Tantric family to divine dynasty

Chapter 364 Philosopher’s Stone

Byrne returned to the snowy mountains where the Alchemy Council gathered.

He climbed the snowy mountain and came to the outside of the palace.

The roof of the dazzling palace is covered with thick snow, but a closer look reveals that it is not a simple natural pile, but a carefully carved snow roof with various exquisite patterns carved on it, such as eagles soaring in the sky, rushing snow-capped mountain streams, and lotus flowers symbolizing good luck.

"President, I'm here."

Byrne muttered to himself as he finally stepped into the dazzling palace, a warm and fresh breath hitting him in the face, in stark contrast to the freezing cold outside.

The palace is filled with magnificent murals and carved and painted beams. A huge crystal chandelier hangs from the dome, emitting a soft and bright light, illuminating the entire space like daylight.

Byrne looked at the highest throne in the palace, a position that had belonged to only one person for decades.

As always, the mysterious president was there.

Under the cloak, the president's mysterious face was shrouded in a thin layer of white mist, appearing extremely blurry and elusive.

Those eyes hidden in the white blurry mist seemed like the bottomless sea, flashing with an indescribable light, which was awe-inspiring.

The president's figure is tall and slender, with an indescribable aura surrounding him, ancient and mysterious, revealing a sense of majesty and oppression that cannot be ignored.

Byrne nodded slightly and said:
"I am coming."

"I have seriously considered the transaction you mentioned that time... I came here this time just to confirm with you in more detail, President."

The mysterious president on the throne stared at Byrne and slowly said, "Have you finally thought it through? Mithril."

"I've given you more than ten years to think about whether you want to come and accomplish my great cause. There's no coercion. I believe you will come eventually."

"Now it seems that you have finally figured it out, Mithril. Don't worry, I will give you the power of 'that' treasure to increase your lifespan, enough to keep you alive after helping me break through."

Byrne nodded slightly and suddenly asked a very crucial question.

"Master, can I see its existence? I have never actually seen it before, and I only know that its name is the 'Philosopher's Stone'."

"I find it hard to fully trust something I haven't seen before. At least the sense of certainty it gives me right now is very weak."

He paused, then continued firmly:
"I'm not sure if I want to gamble my life on something that doesn't exist."

Finally, the president decided to take out the legendary Philosopher's Stone.

"Okay, I'll show you it."

Byrne soon saw something appearing out of nowhere, and his eyes widened instinctively, feeling a huge power!
"Is this the Philosopher's Stone?"

A stone floats in the air, full of temptation, and anyone will be attracted by it.

Compared to those red and purple unfinished products, the real Philosopher's Stone is completely red!
The color of the Philosopher's Stone is as hot and pure as a flame, and like the last gentle red in the afterglow of the sunset, deep and charming.

Its surface flows with a delicate luster, as if it contains the most ancient and mysterious power in the universe. Every refraction of light can cause a subtle resonance in the surrounding space, making people involuntarily indulge in that unique and charming charm.

This gem is not only a miracle created by the alchemical system, but also a symbol of wisdom and power. Its story has been circulated in countless legends and ballads, and is regarded by the world as a supreme treasure!

Even the calm Byrne couldn't help but reach out his hand.

He wanted to touch that supreme stone.

But an invisible force blocked his palm. Byrne was stunned for a moment, then he came to his senses and realized that it was the force set by the president.

"It is indeed the most perfect thing in alchemy, an unparalleled masterpiece. The only thing that can be compared to it is 'the creation of life and soul'."

The Philosopher's Stone not only possesses stunning beauty, but also contains unfathomable power. Legend has it that it can endow the holder with extraordinary wisdom and insight, while also inspiring the extraordinary's maximum potential, and even allow mortals to gain powerful extraordinary powers and become heroes who change the world.

Byrne soon heard the calm explanation from the president on the throne.

"That's right. This is the Philosopher's Stone, the ultimate alchemical product in legend. It is the pinnacle of all alchemical tools."

"There are four most basic and original forces in the endless universe, and one of them is the power of miracles. The Philosopher's Stone is the concentrated product of the power of miracles."

“It is the miracle itself.”

"It's an almost omnipotent wishing stone. As long as you have a sufficient amount of Philosopher's Stone, you can accomplish anything..." The president's tone finally fluctuated a little, as if he was getting excited.

"Even if I become a god, it's not impossible!"

"It's just that it took me many years to finally create a small part of the Philosopher's Stone, and my time is becoming increasingly insufficient. It is difficult to collect more resources to create more Philosopher's Stones."

Byrne suddenly recalled the many broken souls he had seen in the purple-red stone, and subconsciously frowned slightly.

He was somewhat hesitant to peek at the composition of the Philosopher's Stone because the president was right here. If he analyzed it without authorization, he might anger the president on the spot.

Although Byrne is quite powerful now, he knows very well that he is no match for the president.

That mysterious person is likely to be the most powerful being in the four eastern countries.

Byrne thought for a moment and asked, "Master President, since you already have the omnipotent Philosopher's Stone, why do you still need me to help you break through?"

The president gave his answer.

"Of course it's a matter of conversion rate and cost-effectiveness. I can consume all the Philosopher's Stones to complete the breakthrough, but I don't want to do that."

"Listen, Mithril. I can use half of the Philosopher's Stone that I currently have to restore your lifespan, and keep the remaining half."

Such a powerful Philosopher's Stone is indeed extremely important and a scarce resource. After listening to it, Byrne nodded slightly and finally asked the most crucial question.

"So, what's my reward?"

The president made the promise without hesitation.

"After I become a more powerful being, I will be able to protect your Fisher family for hundreds of years to come. Although I cannot directly enter the Four Eastern Countries at that time, I have many ways to help you become more powerful."

"Don't worry, Fisher, I can establish a covenant with you."

Byrne knew clearly deep down that the president's strength level was likely to be that of a monarch, so he would most likely help him become a powerful Apocalypse.

There is no doubt that the legends of the apocalypse level are also called "demigods". They have the power to change the world and almost all of them can leave their names in history.

And the extraordinary people at the monarch level are almost not worth mentioning in front of them.

Without the help of powerful forbidden items or similar special powers, even if a dozen monarch-level strongmen join forces, it would be difficult to truly threaten the legendary strongmen of the Apocalypse level.

Hundreds of years of protection from a powerful Apocalypse master?

Byrne fell into deep thought, and at the same time he smelled a hint of conspiracy.

"I actually have a suggestion."

"Oh?"

He looked at the president deeply and continued, "I hope you can give the Philosopher's Stone to my daughter, Lillian."

"Her life span is coming to an end. Rather than extending my own life span, I actually hope that Lillian can survive... I have lived long enough."

He paused for a moment, then continued, "For an immortal with an extraordinary memory, living a long time might be a terrible and tragic curse."

However, there was another thought in Byrne's mind.

Perhaps the power of the Philosopher's Stone can revive the great Lost Lord?
maybe……

Whether it was to let his daughter Lillian live, or to let Him wake up, the temptation of the two ideas made Byrne unable to resist this deal!

At this moment, the president suddenly laughed.

"Haha, I see, Mithril, no, Byrne Fischer... you are indeed such a person."

"You have always been like this, well, I can promise you."

Byrne remained silent and did not respond.

He finally understood one thing, why the president didn't want to force himself at all, but instead "took the bait willingly", because the temptation of the Philosopher's Stone was indeed too great!
Byrne nodded gently and said calmly: "Okay, President, let's establish the oath."

(End of this chapter)