Reaching the pinnacle from Doupo

Chapter 620 Trophies

If Lin Yuan were to summarize the reasons for his achievements today, his knowledge as a transmigrator and his proactive approach would undoubtedly be the two most crucial factors.

The transmigrator's knowledge and insight, coupled with his proactive approach, allowed him to make full use of intelligence.

Therefore, even though Lin Yuan is still far from reaching the Dou Di realm, he can still prepare in advance and gather some resources for his cultivation after becoming a Dou Di.

After all, there are differences even among Dou Di (Battle Emperors).

In the original timeline, after Xiao Yan broke through to the Dou Di realm, his cultivation level did not reach the upper limit of the Dou Qi Continent. In the following decades, he continued to make great progress. By the time of the "Five Emperors Breaking Through the Void," his cultivation level had far surpassed that of Gu Yuan, Zhu Kun, and others.

Although Lin Yuan did not know how he cultivated, one thing was certain—in the battle qi system, one must consume a large amount of energy to improve one's cultivation.

However, in the Dou Qi Continent today, there are no rare and precious materials available for Dou Di to improve.

So after careful consideration, Lin Yuan finally set his sights on the masses... The hundreds of billions of people and countless magical beasts of the Dou Qi Continent, aren't they the best resources?
Origin Battle Qi and the essence of magical beasts are both pure energies!

The devouring power of the Void Devouring Flame and the purifying power of the Pure Lotus Demon Flame—these unique and innate powers made Lin Yuan realize one thing: the path of gathering power like the Demon Yuan Spot has a broader prospect in the future.

After all, once the quantity reaches a certain level, it will bring about a qualitative change; the proverb "many ants can kill an elephant" illustrates this point.

For a Dou Di, the original Dou Qi of a Dou Sheng is nothing special.

Even a Dou Shi, the combined power of one hundred million, one billion, or even ten billion Dou Shi, would make even a Dou Di expert look at them with new respect!

If all the beings on the Dou Qi Continent could become "components" in his cultivation, the combined progress they would bring would likely be a considerable boost to his Dou Di level.

However, to fully utilize the power of all living beings, a suitable harvesting system needs to be established.

Besides that, there is another equally important thing to do, which is to make the pie as big as possible... The benefits of harvesting 100 billion Dou and harvesting 100 billion Dou Masters are completely different!
If all goes well, the overall strength of the Dou Qi Continent will grow stronger and stronger, which will be even more useful to Lin Yuan in the future.

In this win-win situation, Lin Yuan is naturally generous in "helping" the masses.

In fact, if it weren't for concerns about the attitude of the ancient clans, Lin Yuan would have wanted to directly spread martial arts throughout the world and let everyone on the Dou Qi Continent cultivate high-level Earth-rank techniques.

The Dou Qi Continent Foundation Strengthening Project is just a small test; let's first see how the ancient clans react.

If the various races don't mind this matter too much, Lin Yuan will continue to promote more similar matters in his capacity as the Tower Master of the Pill Tower; if the various races mind this matter a lot, then the process can only be delayed, and a comprehensive reform can be carried out after he has the strength.

Of course, he still hoped for the former, after all, a grand plan takes a lot of time from proposal to implementation.

Shaking his head, Lin Yuan gathered his scattered thoughts and calmly looked down at the people below.

At this moment, the entire Saint Dan Square was initially quiet as people digested Lin Yuan's series of remarks, and after a long while, it suddenly erupted into a tidal wave of discussion.

"This 'Battle Qi Continent Foundation Strengthening Plan' is simply amazing! If it can really be realized, the future will be incredibly exciting..."

"Hmph, that's easy for you to say, but it will probably be very difficult to implement."

"With so many resources invested and various cultivation techniques and secret arts being promoted, what is the true purpose of the Pill Tower?"

"Could it really be as the Medicine Lord said, that it is truly for the sake of all living beings on the Dou Qi Continent?"

"How could that be? Heh, how could there be such a selfless force in this Dou Qi Continent... In my opinion, the Pill Tower wants to do good deeds for everyone in order to gain fame!"

"To gain fame? If that's the case, I think it's great, and I hope other forces will do the same."

"The Dou Qi Continent is about to be anything but peaceful!"

Sunlight shone on people, illuminating faces that were either excited or thoughtful... The crowd whispered amongst themselves, filled with awe and anticipation, making the Sentral Square exceptionally lively, and even the air seemed to become scorching hot because of the atmosphere.

On the suspended stone platform, Yao Tian's face was so gloomy it seemed like water could drip from it. He stared intently at Lin Yuan, his teeth grinding together.

"Damn it, you bastard! You wanted to use me and my Medicine Clan as a stepping stone from the very beginning!"

The succession to the position of Tower Master of the Pill Tower and the announcement of the 'Strengthening Foundation Plan of the Dou Qi Continent'... all of these are clearly based on Lin Yuan's victory in the Pill Tournament.

After all, no one really cares about the voice of the loser.

On the contrary, now that Lin Yuan has surpassed himself and the younger generation of the Medicine Clan, the two things the Pill Tower is doing today will have an even greater impact. The Medicine Clan will serve as a stepping stone to elevate the Pill Tower's new leader and the Pill Tower's insane plans.

As the losing side in the Pill Gathering, the Medicine Clan couldn't even question the Pill Tower's "Way of Medicinal Cuisine".

If you do that, you'll only be ridiculed for being a "sore loser"!
The glory of expanding alchemy, a glory worthy of being recorded in history and marking an era in the alchemy world, was thus taken by the Pill Tower?
At this moment, Yao Tian understood one thing—Yao Jun Lin Yuan, the biggest rival he had ever considered, had never regarded him as a rival from the beginning, and the competition at the Pill Gathering was just a pawn that could be used.

After figuring all this out, Yao Tian's body trembled involuntarily, his face turned deathly pale, and his eyes became somewhat unfocused.

The spirit beside him also had a gleam in her beautiful eyes.

She had a strange feeling that the young man on the platform was probably the main instigator of these events.

Unlike Yao Tian's anger, Yao Ling was more curious about Lin Yuan, secretly thinking: "How did he come up with such a grand plan, and that medicinal cuisine? He's about the same age as me."

At this moment, Lin Yuan stood in the center of the high platform, his gaze slowly sweeping across the entire scene, taking in everyone's reactions.

He smiled slightly, a confident smile playing on his lips, and gently pressed his hands down to signal everyone to be quiet. Only after the noise subsided did he speak again.

"The Dou Qi Continent Foundation Strengthening Plan has been thoroughly prepared and is by no means empty talk."

"Since Danta has proposed this plan, it will definitely be implemented... I know that everyone still has many questions, but time is limited today. The specific implementation details will be conveyed through the local alchemist guilds later."

Lin Yuan raised an eyebrow and chuckled, "Next up is the awards ceremony for this Pill Gathering, but before that..." He changed the subject, his gaze shifting slightly to Yao Tian Yao Ling in the center of the arena.

"You two should both remember the duel we made several years ago. This time, our battle is not an ordinary alchemy contest... Both sides have placed huge bets."

"You should have brought that bet with you this time too!"

"Hehe!" Lin Yuan extended his right hand, gesturing to the two men, and said, "Now that the outcome of the competition is decided, and I have won the final victory, it's time for you to give me the chips you placed on this victory..."

Suddenly, a sharp glint flashed in his eyes, and his voice became somewhat indifferent: "Or is it that the thing isn't in your hands, but in his?"

After speaking, Lin Yuan shifted his gaze slightly, looking at the void not far in front of the two of them.

Suddenly, a spatial ripple appeared where the gaze fell, and the old man dressed in the robes of an alchemist slowly walked out from the center of the ripple.

"Yao Wan Gui..."

Below, the old apothecary looked at the figure, his eyes instantly turning cold... This old codger, he really didn't hold back last time!

At the same time, the space beside Lin Yuan suddenly distorted.

The next instant, Huo Yao's figure emerged from the condensation, dutifully blocking Lin Yuan's path, and nodded approvingly at Lin Yuan.

At this moment, there was no trace of condescension in his eyes.

Even disregarding age and potential, Lin Yuan, the Medicine Lord, is a ninth-grade Grandmaster, whose status is no less than that of a mid-level Battle Saint, making him a worthy peer of Huo Yao.

Moreover, the young man before us is already the Tower Master of the Pill Tower, so he is no longer considered part of the younger generation!
In the future, I may need your help again.

On the other side, Yao Wangui stepped out of the void, his gaze quickly sweeping over Yao Tian and Yao Ling, finally settling on Lin Yuan like ice, his face immediately darkening... As the punishment elder of the Yao clan, he was actually asked for a bet in public by a junior.

A moment later, he flipped his hand, and an ancient jade slip appeared in his palm, with a faint light flowing over it, exuding a mysterious aura.

"Since you have won, my clan will naturally not go back on its word... Take this Golden Core inheritance!"

After giving Lin Yuan a deep look, Yao Wangui gently rubbed the jade slip in his hand for a moment, then tossed it towards Lin Yuan on the high platform.

Upon hearing the words "Golden Core Inheritance," Elder Huoyao, who stood in front of Lin Yuan, as well as the Grand Elder, the Three Giants, and other high-ranking members of the Pill Tower behind Lin Yuan, could not hide the shock on their faces.

At this moment, they finally understood what this alchemy competition truly meant.

They're actually gambling with the Golden Core inheritance?
It should be noted that the Golden Core inheritance is far superior in value and rarity to ordinary high-level Heaven-rank cultivation techniques and high-level Heaven-rank combat skills.

The others were so shocked that they didn't know what to say... Countless fiery and greedy eyes were now focused on the jade slip, but in the end, no one dared to step forward and do anything.

Seeing the jade slip fly over, a hint of joy flashed across Lin Yuan's face. This old guy was actually cooperating this time!

Ignoring the opinions of others, Lin Yuan slightly bent his palm, and a suction force surged from his palm, precisely drawing the jade slip into his hand.

Touching it with my palm, a strange feeling welled up in my heart.

"It really is a good thing." Sensing that strange feeling, Lin Yuan secretly praised it. Then, without hiding his suspicion of Yao Wangui, he closed his eyes and probed his mind into the jade slip, quickly browsing through the information inside.

Having finally obtained the Golden Core inheritance, one must naturally examine it carefully; otherwise, if any problems arise, it will be too late to even cry.

At times like these, one cannot afford to be reserved!

After all, in everyone's eyes, he had already accepted the spoils of war.

Seeing this, Yao Wangui's face grew even more gloomy, but a cunning glint flashed deep in his eyes.

The hand hidden in the wide sleeves of the robe formed a mysterious hand seal.

In an instant, a wisp of extremely subtle and profound soul power, concealed by the strange fluctuations emanating from the jade slip, quietly attached itself to Lin Yuan.

"You've fallen for my Soul-Chasing Secret Technique, kid, you can't escape now!"

Having successfully set up a trap, Yao Wangui breathed a sigh of relief. Seeing that Lin Yuan was still oblivious and immersed in the Golden Core inheritance, he couldn't help but raise the corners of his mouth, revealing a cold smile, and the killing intent in his eyes became even more certain.

After a long while, Lin Yuan, having finished inspecting the goods, slowly opened his eyes, flipped his hand, and amidst the many eager gazes, put the inheritance jade slip into his storage ring.

He looked at Yao Wangui, whose face was gloomy, and said with a smile, "The Yao Clan's heritage is indeed remarkable!"

"Hmph!" Yao Wangui snorted coldly, saying meaningfully, "Boy, remember one thing: the alchemy heritage of my Yao clan is not something just anyone can handle..."

As he spoke, he seemed to remember something, and with a flick of his finger, a jade slip flew out of his storage ring and flew straight toward Lin Yuan.

"This is an invitation from the 'Pharmacopoeia,' and you, at the ninth rank, are qualified to accept it!"

"As the tower master of the Pill Tower, you should know what the 'Pharmacopoeia' means... It's not some child's play like the Pill Gathering. It's a grand alchemy event where ninth-grade alchemists compete for the title of 'Number One Alchemist on the Continent'."

"The title of 'Number One Alchemist on the Continent' as defined in the Pharmacopoeia is truly that of the Number One Alchemist on the Continent, not a self-proclaimed title by someone who is ignorant of their own limitations."

"Hehe, don't you think so? Yao Chen, the number one alchemist on the continent."

At this point, Yao Wangui turned his head to look at Yao Lao, his eyes narrowed slightly, and an extremely sarcastic smile appeared on his face.

(End of this chapter)