Fighting: Practice makes it real, start with a poisonous body.

Chapter 165 Xuan Kongzi: Will There Be Any Unexpected Changes with the Hope Pill?
Su Yun sat cross-legged on the spot, his sleeves fluttering lightly. Spiritual light flowed within his storage ring, and countless rare materials floated in front of him out of thin air.

Silver light swirled eerily across its surface, while wisps of black energy seeped out from the cracks. The sinister aura emanating from it was enough to shake the mind and chill the body of an ordinary person.

Blood Soul Crystal, Yin Sha Bone, Resentful Soul Silk, Nine Nether Profound Iron... these kinds of righteous treasures are the necessary materials for refining the Human Emperor Banner!

Su Yun closed his eyes slightly, discarding all distracting thoughts, and his fighting spirit slowly circulated around his body.

Once he had adjusted himself to his peak condition, Su Yun began to refine the product.

"boom--!"

A low, crackling sound of flames rang out, and a deep, emerald-green flame leaped from his palm, meandering and coiling like a living thing, precisely enveloping all the suspended materials.

Even more bizarrely, the wandering spirits in the surrounding mountains seemed to be drawn by an invisible force, turning into wisps of gray mist that gathered from all directions and were completely devoured by the azure fire, making the flames even more profound in color.

This time, Su Yun is going to refine two Emperor Banners. One will be kept for his public identity, and the other will be given to Xiao Yan.

Logically speaking, what you keep for yourself should be the best.

However, Su Yun's plans were completely different.

The Emperor's Banner, which was to be given to Xiao Yan, needed to be meticulously crafted and could not be treated carelessly in the slightest.

This was not because the patriarch of the Xiao family suddenly took pity on Xiao Yan and wanted to help him rise to power.

The real reason is that the Human Emperor Banner in Xiao Yan's possession will play a crucial role at a critical juncture in the future...

A faint emerald flame burned silently deep within the scorching mountains, unknown to anyone that two demonic... no, human treasures were about to quietly appear in this place.

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On the other side, Danta.

In the council hall filled with the fragrance of cinnabar, the three giants of the cinnabar tower, who should have held the reins of power, were seated at the very end.

In the main seat sat a child who appeared to be no more than five or six years old. He had his hair styled in two topknots, with two light red ribbons tied at the ends.

The child's clear eyes revealed his innocence, yet also a sense of worldly experience. These two contrasting qualities intertwined in him, making him stand out.

On either side of the head seat, the elders of the Little Pill Tower sat in order.

These terrifyingly powerful figures, who usually remain hidden behind the scenes and are the foundation of the Pill Tower, have all made their appearance today.

"A major change is about to occur on the mainland."

On the far left of the council, an elderly man with white hair and beard stroked his long beard and spoke slowly, his voice carrying a hint of worry.

"The feud between the two Dou Di a hundred thousand years ago continues to this day. Although it has rekindled the hope of advancing to Dou Di on the Dou Qi Continent, it may not be a good thing for the common people."

He was the Grand Elder of the Little Pill Tower, Old Monster Lin. Although his cultivation was not as profound as that of the Pill Tower's Ancestor, he was still a two-star Dou Sheng, and his seniority was top-notch in the Pill Tower.

Xuan Kongzi's expression sharpened slightly as he glanced at the elders and ancestors of the Little Pill Tower present. Without exception, everyone wore a serious expression.

Ever since the patriarch and the others returned from the Northern Region of Central Plains, they have been in this state. As for the reason, Xuan Kongzi is also clear about it.

The news of the appearance of the Dragon-Phoenix Child has spread among the higher-ups of the Pill Tower. Along with this news comes the conspiracy of the Dragon-Phoenix Child to find the Dragon-Phoenix Origin Fruit and overthrow the human race!

The purpose of today's conference is to address this matter.

"When a building is about to collapse, no one can escape it."

The six ancient races have already thrown the continent into chaos in their attempt to capture the Sword Emperor's successor, and now another son of the Dragon and Phoenix has arrived.

If he gains power, the people of the mainland will suffer, and even the Pill Tower will not be able to escape unscathed.

Now, only by working together can we overcome this difficulty. The Central Plains are not lacking in reclusive martial arts masters; if we can persuade them to emerge and join forces to fight against this threat, perhaps we can still secure a future.

The old ancestor Danta spoke with heavy words: "I know the place where Shennong lives in seclusion. My first stop is to go to him and see if I can persuade him to come out of seclusion."

Everyone nodded in agreement, with no objections. Shennong was a true living fossil in the world of alchemy, not only a six-star Dou Sheng expert but also a ninth-grade Xuan Dan alchemist.

With his addition, the Central Continent Alliance would be like having an extra pillar of stability. And only with the Ancestor personally taking charge could this mission be considered truly successful.

The old patriarch of the Pill Tower continued, "Little Lin, take the elders of the Little Pill Tower to find the other saints. After you have searched all the hidden old monsters in the Central Continent, then go to the other continents."

"The three islands of the East China Sea, the Buddhist temple in the Southern Wilderness, the Divine Palace of the North Pole... they must all be visited. With the upheaval on the mainland, they will be implicated."

"Yes, I will obey the Ancestor's decree!"

Old Man Lin looked solemn.

"As for the visible forces in Zhongzhou, the two sects and the Flower Sect have already agreed to join. The Heavenly Nether Sect and the Soul Palace are too close, so we will leave them alone."

The Three Valleys, the Burning Flame Valley, will be responsible for persuading the Sound Valley and the Netherworld Valley.

As for the Four Directions Pavilion...

The Wind and Thunder Pavilion has perished, and the Starfall Pavilion has disbanded on the spot; the Sword Master of the Myriad Swords Pavilion has shattered his sword heart, and the Yellow Springs Master of the Yellow Springs Pavilion has vanished like a frightened bird...

Alas, with the changes on the continent, they were the first to be impacted.

The old patriarch of the Pill Tower frowned. It was precisely because of the tragic state of the Four Directions Pavilion that he realized the signs of an impending chaotic world.

If the situation is allowed to escalate, the Dan Tower may also be in danger of collapsing.

"Very well, let's leave it at that for now. While we're away, Xuan Kongzi, you must protect the Pill Tower."

The burdens on the three of you are no lighter than ours. Although the six ancient clans haven't said anything openly about my involvement in the affairs of the Northern Region, some people are secretly harboring resentment…”

Xuan Kongzi bowed: "We will do everything in our power to protect the Pill Tower!"

Tian Leizi and Xuan Yi also said solemnly, "We will do everything in our power to protect the Pill Tower!"

Ancestor Danta nodded: "You are all good children. With you all here, I can rest assured."

Old Man Lin was the first to stand up: "We shouldn't delay any longer, let's set off!"

"Let's go."

With a gentle stroke of his tender little hands, the old ancestor of the Pill Tower created a massive spatial rift that appeared silently, its depths seemingly capable of swallowing light and shadow.

He stepped in first, followed closely by the others, and in an instant, they all disappeared into the gradually calming spatial rift.

After the aura of the patriarch and his group completely dissipated in the main hall, Xuan Kongzi and the other two slowly stood up.

Xuan Kongzi said with great concern: "It's easier said than done. The alchemy gathering is about to begin. If someone with ulterior motives tries to sabotage it, I'm afraid it will be impossible to guard against."

Hopefully, nothing unexpected will happen at this meeting.

A fierce glint flashed in Tian Leizi's eyes as he said, "No matter what, we cannot let down the Ancestor's expectations!"

Xuan Yi reassured him, "Don't worry, we're still here."

Xuan Kongzi looked at the two of them, feeling slightly comforted.

However, at that moment, an elder from the Danta Tower rushed in anxiously.

"Lord Xuan Kongzi, a prodigy from the Medicine Clan has suddenly come to visit!"

Xuan Kongzi's deep gaze suddenly sharpened, and he asked, "Did he state his purpose?"

"He's here to inquire whether Danta knows anything about the origin of the large amount of Spirit-Nourishing Dust that has recently appeared at the Central Continent Underground Trade Fair!"

"What's his name?"

"Medicine Heaven!"

(End of this chapter)