Reaching the pinnacle from Doupo

Chapter 610 The Immortal Healer's Substitute Love, Alchemy in Progress
"Hmm? The pill Lin Yuan refined... isn't the Profound Spirit Saint Essence Pill?"

Sitting in his seat, the old apothecary, who had concealed his presence using a secret technique, glanced at the many medicinal herbs surrounding Lin Yuan and made a judgment in his mind.

The medicinal materials Lin Yuan used this time were clearly different from those used in the Xuanling Shengyuan Pill.

“That’s right. The Profound Spirit Saint Essence Pill is just an ordinary grade of the ninth-grade treasure pills.” Touching his chin, Yao Lao thought to himself, “If he wants to win the Pill Gathering without a doubt, he can’t refine ordinary ninth-grade treasure pills.”

The eight grades of elixirs are distinguished by different colors, and each color is further differentiated by its intensity.

Although the nine grades of elixirs are only divided into three levels: precious elixir, profound elixir, and golden elixir, there are still more subtle differences among the nine grades of elixirs that are all at the precious elixir level.

These differences are enough to distinguish the superiority or inferiority of elixirs of the same level.

Even after understanding this, the old apothecary still couldn't help but marvel at the enormous amount of medicinal herbs Lin Yuan was refining: "Tsk tsk, the amount of medicinal herbs is 50% more than that of the Profound Spirit Saint Yuan Pill. What kind of pill is it?"

The quality of elixirs does not depend entirely on the quantity of medicinal materials used, but it is strongly correlated with it.

A pill that uses more medicinal herbs is not necessarily of better quality than a pill that uses fewer medicinal herbs, but a pill that uses a large quantity of medicinal herbs is usually of good quality.

Conversely, the more medicinal materials there are, the more difficult it is to refine them.

Eighth-grade elixirs typically require hundreds of medicinal herbs;
The Ninth-Grade Precious Pill requires thousands of medicinal herbs;

A ninth-grade Xuan Dan requires thousands of medicinal herbs;

As for the ninth-grade golden elixir, it is rumored that it requires the use of ten thousand kinds of medicinal herbs... It is almost impossible to harmonize the medicinal power without the soul of an emperor and the top-grade fire.

"Isn't it too risky to directly refine such a difficult pill?"

Looking at Lin Yuan, who was sitting cross-legged on the stone platform with his eyes closed, Yao Lao frowned slightly, feeling somewhat worried... In any case, he did not want the Yao Clan team led by Yao Wangui to win the championship of this Pill Gathering.

Similar to Yao Lao's mindset, Elder Lin, the three giants, and the elders of the Pill Tower on the high platform were also somewhat flustered when they saw Lin Yuan using so many medicinal herbs.

The Dan Tower had prepared for this Dan Tournament for a long time and had no intention of doing the work for their opponents.

Only Qing Lin, seated at Canaan Academy, looked relaxed, seemingly unconcerned about Lin Yuan's potential failure.

Meanwhile, the illusion space called "Danhui Live Room" was also quite lively at this moment.

"Qinglin, did Lin Yuan say what kind of pill he's going to refine this time?" Little Fairy Doctor asked with a smile, looking at the reflected image. "When we went to the Northwest, he said he planned to refine the Profound Spirit Saint Essence Pill, but it doesn't seem like it..."

Qinglin shook his head and said, "What I know is the Profound Spirit Saint Essence Pill, which I planned to give to Guild Master Xuan Kongzi. It seems that you have changed your mind at the last minute!"

"You two, don't change the subject!"

Medusa glanced at the two of them and asked casually, "Lord Tianji Star... what's the deal with that little girl from the Medicine Clan? What roles did you play?"

A few days ago, after noticing the interaction between Yao Ling and Lin Yuan, she contacted Yao Ling through Tianqiong and had a private chat with her.

Yao Ling still held the Seven Star Mystic Maiden Society, a secret organization she had joined behind her elders' backs, in high regard.

Here, she can gain a lot of insights and experiences outside the pharmaceutical industry.

Therefore, Yao Ling was naturally quite curious about "Tianquan Star Lord," the most mysterious member of the organization (due to his long period of seclusion).

During those few days of remote communication in the Pill Realm, the other party certainly did not disappoint her.

Of course, the reason why Yao Ling was willing to keep replying to Medusa's messages was twofold: firstly, because Medusa used Lin Yuan's information to lure her in; and secondly, because Medusa had slightly revealed her strength, a terrifying strength that far surpassed her own.

In the presence of the much more experienced Medusa, Yao Ling's naive girlish thoughts were quickly seen through by the former.

As expected, the young girl had a good impression of Lin Yuan.

Medusa was also a little puzzled by this. Although her man was charming, he shouldn't be that charming, right?
Someone must have done something in the middle of this!
The two pen pals that the girl from the Medicine Clan mentioned probably played a significant role.

Upon hearing Medusa's question, Qinglin blinked her beautiful big eyes and turned her head to look at Little Fairy Doctor beside her. In the matter of the Medicine Spirit, she was just a messenger and a straight man; the actual operation and execution were carried out by Little Fairy Doctor.

Seeing this, Medusa shifted her gaze slightly, landing on her "good sister," her alluring phoenix eyes narrowing slightly.

Was this guy the one who created more rivals for her affections?!
Having known her for so long, how could she not have noticed... that this seemingly gentle and proper woman actually had such a strange fetish?

"Don't misunderstand!" Noticing the playful look in her nemesis's eyes, Little Fairy Doctor coughed lightly and explained, "Actually, it's nothing. It's just that the Medicine Spirit is a bit curious about Lin Yuan and the outside world, so I chat with her occasionally to satisfy her curiosity."

"Chatting occasionally?" Medusa raised an eyebrow, a hint of scrutiny in her eyes. "I think it's more than that. Have you brainwashed that girl...?"

"Okay, I admit I said a little too much." Little Fairy Doctor stretched out her right hand, leaving a small space between her thumb and forefinger, as a gesture.

"However, I was entrusted with this matter by Lin Yuan."

"The Medicine Spirit is not only a noblewoman of the Medicine Clan, but also a Blood Soul Spirit Body that is rare to find in a thousand years. She may be able to help Lin Yuan achieve the Soul of the Emperor Realm. Lin Yuan has always wanted to capture her."

"Several years ago, Lin Yuan invited Yao Ling to join the Seven Star Mystic Maiden Society. There were actually three considerations behind it."

"First, Yao Ling has the potential to become a Dou Sheng, which meets the requirements for joining the Seven Star Mystic Maiden Society; second, Yao Ling has an extraordinary status in the Medicine Clan, and we might be able to obtain some valuable information from her; third, we can use the Seven Star connection to contact her and find an opportunity to lure her out of the Medicine Realm and capture her."

"To complete the latter two considerations, we need to gain the trust of the Medicine Spirit... Lin Yuan entrusted this matter to me when he was in the Thunder Realm (Chapter 376)."

"Qinglin and I became her pen pals for this very purpose."

"After a considerable period of hard work, things are progressing well, and I have gained some of her trust."

“Previously, I used Lin Yuan’s past as bait to make her want to travel to the Northwest, but unfortunately, the Medicine Clan stopped her.”

At this point, Little Fairy Doctor sighed and felt a little guilty.

As a person with a conscience, it would be wrong to deceive a naive young girl who trusts him, which would make her feel guilty.

However, if it is for Lin Yuan's goal, no matter how guilty Little Fairy Doctor feels, her will will never waver.

However, she also added a little something extra.

Seeing the guilt in Little Fairy Doctor's eyes, Medusa pondered for a moment, then raised an eyebrow: "So, you want to have the best of both worlds?"

"Let Lin Yuan win that young girl's heart, thereby drawing her to our side and using her 'Blood Soul Spirit Body' for Lin Yuan's purposes. This king's little man may be ruthless to outsiders, but he is always the best to his own people..."

"Thinking so far ahead, it seems you quite like that little girl from the Medicine Clan... You're really magnanimous to have taken the initiative to facilitate this!" As both a sworn enemy and a close friend, Medusa knew Little Fairy Doctor all too well.

Looking at Little Fairy Doctor's expression, connecting what the latter had done with the state of the medicinal spirit, she roughly guessed Little Fairy Doctor's thoughts.

As for Lin Yuan's thoughts, there's no need to consider them too much.

Medusa knew very well that although her husband wasn't promiscuous, he wasn't exactly devoted either... As long as the women didn't object, he would probably just go with the flow.

Of course, truly getting to know Lin Yuan's innermost thoughts is extremely difficult.

"I don't ask for much in this life, I just want to stay by his side, that's all!" Little Fairy Doctor glanced at Medusa and saw that the latter's eyes were full of mischievous smiles, but she just smiled calmly, her calm voice containing the ultimate determination.

Having some understanding of Yao Ling's personality, although she felt a little jealous, she wasn't entirely opposed to having another sister, a sister who could help Lin Yuan.

Of course, what she didn't want to mention was that there was an operational error involved.

When she talks about Lin Yuan with Yao Ling, she can't help but "recommend" him, trying her best to highlight Lin Yuan's excellence, so that Yao Ling unconsciously develops a longing for him.

Seeing that the Medicine Spirit had a vague affection for her, the Little Fairy Doctor corrected her mistake...

She wouldn't hesitate to torture and kill those who are utterly wicked, but as a kind-hearted and naive young girl, she hoped for a good outcome for them.

Moreover, Little Fairy Doctor has a feeling that the two, who both enjoy studying pharmacology, might become friends after they meet in their true forms in the future.

Beside him, Qinglin nodded unconsciously, clearly agreeing with what Little Fairy Doctor had just said.

Seeing the two women working together in concert, Medusa helplessly rubbed her temples and said quietly, "You two are too good to that guy, too lenient, too submissive! If we don't rein in his capricious and willful nature, our family will become very large..."

Although that's what she said, Medusa's tone and expression didn't convey much blame, nor did she show much resistance to the medicine spirit.

Once Medusa has chosen her love, she remains devoted to him for life.

As a member of the magical beast race, she believed in the supremacy of the strong more than Qinglin and Xiaoyixian, and valued things that could help Lin Yuan improve his strength.

The medicinal spirit can help Lin Yuan's soul advance to the Emperor Realm... This alone is enough to make Medusa accept him.

“Speaking of obedience… Xi Yue, you’re the most obedient one, aren’t you?” Little Fairy Doctor seemed to remember something, looking at Medusa with a half-smile, “When you and Lin Yuan were fooling around, you were often the one who got punished and had to call him…”

"Shut up, you inherently evil Heavenly Poison Woman!" Medusa quickly interrupted Little Fairy Doctor, saying angrily and shamefully, "Leave a way out for others. Do you think you can escape later?"

"Little Fairy Doctor, Sister Xiyue, let's continue watching the game!"

Hearing this, Qinglin blushed slightly and quickly changed the subject... The girl, who had studied hard the night before the Pill Gathering, could understand these riddles.

Her words temporarily halted the communication within the illusionary space, and the three women looked in unison at the reflected scene of the arena.

At this moment, the atmosphere on the field became increasingly heated.

The contestants all solemnly controlled the heat, refining the medicinal herbs in their respective cauldrons.

The time required to refine high-level pills is generally not short.

For alchemists of the seventh rank or above, it is perfectly normal for them to spend ten days to half a month refining pills.

And the spectators are well aware of this.

Most of the spectators knew a bit about alchemy, and instead of showing any impatience, they watched with great interest. Laymen watch the spectacle, while experts appreciate the intricacies. These alchemy competitions were incredibly exciting for those who understood alchemy.

After two days of refining, Yao Tian and Yao Ling, brother and sister, finally finished processing the medicinal materials and prepared to begin the process of fusing the medicinal ingredients into a pill.

After a short rest, the two focused their attention once again and began the next stage of the refining process with full concentration.

Integrating medicinal power is the most difficult step in the refining process, regardless of the grade of the pill. The slightest deviation will cause all previous efforts to be wasted!

Even though the Yao Tian and Yao Ling siblings work together seamlessly, they still have to be extremely cautious!

As for Lin Yuan, he had already begun the process of fusing the core half a day ago.

Although he had more medicinal materials to refine, the power of the Azure Ice Flame was far superior to that of any other strange flame present, making its refining efficiency terrifyingly high.

On the stone platform in the sky, all the contestants had solemn expressions as they carefully refined the pills in their respective cauldrons. The entire world and the square were quite quiet, and countless eyes were focused on the busy figures in the sky.

In this silence, time quietly slipped away, and in the blink of an eye, seven days had passed.

During these seven days, many medicine cauldrons experienced energy surges, destroying the essence of the medicinal herbs.

However, no one was discouraged by it. Experiencing failure in alchemy was a very common thing for these experienced people present.

Alchemy is full of uncertainties, and no one can guarantee 100% success.

Even Lin Yuan lost a cauldron of extremely precious pills on the fourth day due to the failure of the medicinal power to fuse.

Fortunately, after that failure, he became more and more skilled at refining.

Of course, during these seven days, some people's medicine cauldrons have gradually begun to show the outlines of pills, and the energy fluctuations between heaven and earth have gradually become more intense.

A small number of contestants also managed to refine pills, but the highest level they achieved was only the peak of the sixth rank.

These contestants were sixth-grade alchemists who had barely passed the first two rounds. The moment their pills were taken out of the cauldron, they knew that their journey in the alchemy competition was over... In this alchemy competition, sixth-grade pills were not worth mentioning and would only be at the bottom.

However, these people did not choose to leave. Instead, they watched the competition from the floating stone platform, learning from the techniques and experience of the other players.

Are there any better spectator stands in the entire Sunderland stadium?

Time slips away like sand through fingers, and in the blink of an eye, another five days have passed. The air is filled with the rich aroma of cinnabar, and a gentle breath is enough to dispel all the fatigue of the spectators.

"Rumble--"

In an instant, a deafening thunderclap resounded throughout the scorching world...

The first thunderbolt of this year's Alchemy Gathering has finally appeared!

(End of this chapter)