Battle Through the Heavens: The Holy Sun Immortal Venerable

Chapter 171 The Pill Tower Assessment!

Showing off only to be slapped in the face?

What is the plot of "Dragon Overlord"?

How could I possibly encounter such a good thing?

A mocking voice came from behind. Lin Ran raised an eyebrow and turned around in surprise, a hint of anticipation rising in his heart.

It's been almost twenty years since he transmigrated, and he's hardly ever encountered any overpowered protagonist stories where the protagonist is arrogant and gets slapped in the face. Most of his stories are straightforward and easy to get through, which makes Lin Ran quite regretful.

He had already arrived at the Dou Qi Continent, yet he hadn't had a chance to show off or humiliate others, which was quite disappointing. He never expected that he would have the opportunity to make up for his regrets today!

Let me show you who this guy really is!

Lin Ran looked up and saw an old woman in gray clothes, grinning with a mouthful of yellow teeth, looking at the young man beside her with affection. The young man beside her was dressed in white, with an arrogant and unruly expression.

Yes, yes, yes, that's the feeling!

Lin Ran's lips curled into a smirk: "You..."

"presumptuous!"

Before Lin Ran could speak, Feng Qing'er frowned and spoke angrily. A faint silver battle aura emanated from her body, accompanied by a low rumble of thunder and flashes of lightning, exuding a terrifying aura.

"A six-star Dou Huang?!"

Sensing the intensity of Feng Qing'er's battle qi and the wind and thunder power contained within it, a look of surprise appeared in the young man's eyes, and his greed intensified.

"Okay, okay, I like it this intense... Grandma, help me!"

"good!"

The old woman in gray nodded, a smile appearing on her lips. With a swift movement, she darted out like lightning, her sharp nails like blades, mercilessly grabbing at Feng Qing'er.

Feng Qing'er let out a delicate shout, and the fighting spirit within her body was about to roar out.

But a hand landed on her shoulder.

"No rush."

Lin Ran's handsome face held a faint smile as he looked at the approaching old woman and said calmly, "Old folks, if you don't step forward, don't blame me for not giving you face."

"..."

"Pretending to be something you're not! Prepare to die!"

The surroundings were deathly silent. The old woman sneered, her face full of mockery, and continued to attack Feng Qing'er with her sharp fingers.

Lin Ran's faint smile gradually faded, and his eyes grew indifferent. Just as the old woman's attack was about to land, the surrounding space suddenly fluctuated.

"stop!"

At the critical moment, a figure suddenly appeared in front of them, shouting in a deep voice, "This is a branch of the Pill Tower, everyone behave yourselves!"

Upon seeing the figure blocking her way, the old woman in gray's expression changed slightly. She then moved, taking two steps back, her gaze fixed coldly on Lin Ran. She snorted coldly, "Boy, don't let this old woman run into you alone again, or else..."

Lin Ran looked at the old woman with an indifferent expression, glanced at the Dan Tower personnel who appeared in front of him, and looked slightly into the distance.

"Old man, I've already given you face..."

"Wait!" A slightly aged voice suddenly rang out from nowhere.

"It's too late."

Accompanied by Lin Ran's indifferent voice, the old woman who was barking like a dog just a moment ago was suddenly squeezed by an irresistible and terrifying force, and was crushed into a blurry ball of flesh and blood with a bang.

Blood splattered everywhere, and the stench of blood assaulted the noses of everyone present. The white-clad youth who had been grinning just a moment ago was now completely dumbfounded, staring incredulously at the sphere of flesh and blood in front of him.

With a thud, the terrified young man fell to his knees, his body trembling.

The elder of the Dan Tower beside him also had his pupils contract, staring at Lin Ran in disbelief. He opened his mouth, but no sound came out.

"Ugh."

A melodious sigh came late, and an old man dressed in white appeared in mid-air at some unknown time.

The white-robed old man exuded no aura whatsoever. He was just like an ordinary old man. Even when the people present used their soul power to sense him, they could not detect anything. It was as if there was no one there at all.

His hair and beard were all white, and his face was covered with deep wrinkles. His eyes appeared somewhat narrow under the layers of wrinkles, and they were as unfathomable as a deep pool.

However, when Elder Danta saw this old man, he was greatly shocked and quickly lowered his head with a face full of respect.

"President..."

"The president?!"

Upon hearing this address, everyone present, including the stunned young man, Feng Qing'er, and Mu Qingluan, stared wide-eyed, their faces filled with disbelief.

There is only one person who can be praised as the president by the elders of the Pill Tower: one of the three giants of the Pill Tower, a peak Dou Zun expert, a peak eighth-grade alchemist, and the president of the Pill Tower.

Xuan Kongzi!

"I met you once before, little fellow, but I never imagined you would grow to this level today." An aged voice came from Xuan Kongzi's mouth.

"What, are you shocked?"

Lin Ran chuckled lightly: "That makes sense. You probably haven't seen such an outstanding young man before."

"At such a young age, to have the cultivation of a peak three-star Dou Zun and a spiritual soul... Looking across the continent, I have indeed never seen anyone who can reach this level."

Xuan Kongzi's gaze swept over Lin Ran, "It's a pity you're a disciple of those three..."

"When did the Pill Tower, which only focused on alchemy and medicine-making skills, start to care about these things?"

Lin Ran snorted and glanced at the young man slumped on the ground: "But if everyone in your Pill Tower is such scum, then it's not surprising."

Xuan Kongzi smiled and casually waved his hand, and the young man who had collapsed to the ground was helped up by an invisible force.

"President..."

"There's no need to call me president. I have indeed neglected management over the years. Although the five major families of the Pill Domain have existed since ancient times, corrupt systems often lead to future collapse. The elders' seat of the Pill Tower really needs some reform."

Upon hearing this, both the man and the elder of the Dan Tower turned deathly pale, their lips moving slightly but unable to utter a sound.

They knew that the five major families were finished, and even the current elders of the Pill Tower might be finished too!

And the source of all this is this guy in front of us.

But so what?

Anger, hatred, resentment, resentment, helplessness...

Various emotions surfaced in their hearts, but in the end, they could only turn into resentment and helplessness, and retreat away.

Looking at the retreating youth and the elder of the Dan Tower, Lin Ran sneered: "You took away their power of many years with just a few words. Isn't this forcing them down a path of no return?"

"I've already given them a heads-up, and that's the greatest favor I can do for them."

Xuan Kongzi spoke calmly, and Lin Ran snorted lightly, neither agreeing nor disagreeing.

Xuan Kongzi's words, besides punishing them, were more of a reminder that Lin Ran, with his Dou Zun strength and Ling Jing soul, was someone they could not afford to provoke.

If they are smart enough, nothing will happen.

But if they lose their minds...

"As the saying goes, no one visits a temple without a reason. What brings you to my Pill Tower?"

"I want an eighth-grade alchemist's badge, and while I'm at it, I'll make a deal with a Dou Zun expert," Lin Ran said calmly. Then, as if he had thought of something, he paused and added, "I originally wanted to help the Ye family, but given the current situation, it doesn't really matter whether I help them or not."

"The Ye family..."

Xuan Kongzi was slightly taken aback, but he didn't think much of it. Compared to this declining family, Xuan Kongzi was more concerned about the other things Lin Ran had mentioned.

E.g……

Eighth-rank alchemist!

Xuan Kongzi remembered very clearly that when Lin Ran came to the Pill Tower to apply for the alchemist's badge, he was only a sixth-rank alchemist. But even at the sixth rank, he was already among the top alchemists that Xuan Kongzi knew.

After all, Lin Ran was really young back then, and he was also the young sect leader of the Yunyu Sect. His special status and outstanding talent made Xuan Kongzi remember Lin Ran.

Such talent is comparable only to a handful of exceptionally gifted youngsters within the current Pill Tower.

But now Lin Ran actually wants to be certified as an eighth-grade alchemist...

Xuan Kongzi looked at Lin Ran again in surprise, feeling somewhat incredulous.

Is there really such a genius in this world?!

"What's wrong? Is there a problem?"

"Of course, no problem. However, if you want to obtain the certification of an eighth-grade alchemist, you still need to pass a test." Xuan Kongzi paused slightly: "This is the rule of the Pill Tower. Although you are a Spirit Realm soul, this is not the standard for an eighth-grade alchemist. Only by truly refining an eighth-grade pill can you be considered a true eighth-grade alchemist."

"That's natural."

Lin Ran smiled confidently: "Find me a place and let's start the assessment right away."

"So confident?"

"Otherwise, what would I be doing here?"

"Alright, come with me."

Xuan Kongzi moved slightly and walked ahead, with Lin Ran and the two women following closely behind, heading towards the inner domain of the Pill Tower.

The inner region of the Pill Tower is more prosperous than the outer region. Not only are there more alchemists, but their quality is also higher. For example, fifth and sixth grade alchemists, who are extremely rare in the outside world, can be seen everywhere here.

There are even quite a few seventh-grade alchemists here.

Led by Xuan Kongzi, Lin Ran and his two companions soon arrived at a plaza, in front of which stood a towering stone pagoda.

"Eighth-grade alchemists are not only honored guests of the Pill Tower, but also treasures of the Dou Qi Continent. The birth of every eighth-grade alchemist is worthy of celebration."

Xuan Kongzi's gaze fell upon the towering stone tower that reached into the clouds, where a giant bell hung.

"If you can complete the certification as an eighth-grade alchemist, this alchemy bell will ring for you, and all the alchemists within the entire Pill Tower will sing your praises!"

"...What if you encounter those low-key alchemists, do you do the same thing?" Lin Ran's lips twitched slightly. This thing had no practical use, it just added to his reputation and prestige.

"If they were truly those extremely low-key, reclusive alchemists, they wouldn't need this certification."

"Too……"

Lin Ran looked around: "Where am I assessed?"

"Are you sure you're ready? Are your battle qi strength, soul state, and medicinal ingredients all prepared?" Xuan Kongzi kindly reminded him.

Alchemists' alchemy is no ordinary skill, especially high-level alchemists' pill-making.

Refining pills is inherently defying the heavens. Refining high-level pills not only consumes a large amount of mental energy, fighting spirit, and soul energy, but will also eventually attract heavenly tribulations and lightning tribulations.

If you force yourself to refine medicine without proper preparation, failure is a minor matter. But if you suffer a backlash from the medicine or perish in the lightning tribulation, that is a truly serious matter!

"Why would I have come here if I hadn't been fully prepared?"

Lin Ran smiled confidently: "Enough talk, I'm in a hurry, hurry up and prepare the assessment location for me."

Refining high-level pills takes a lot of time. He not only has to exchange for magic cores with that mysterious Dou Zun, but also attend his teacher's birthday celebration. If he misses the pill refining, that would be a huge mistake.

"Fine, since you feel you're ready, then let's go!"

Seeing Lin Ran's determination, Xuan Kongzi said no more and led Lin Ran straight into the stone tower. After a few turns, Lin Ran arrived at a stone platform.

"You possess a Spirit Realm soul, so further testing is meaningless. You only need to successfully refine one Grade 8 pill with two-color lightning or higher here, and you will be considered to have succeeded!"

"Reasonable."

Lin Ran nodded, looked at Mu Qingluan and Feng Qing'er beside him, and smiled, "While I am refining pills, the two of you will protect me."

"Qingluan understands."

"Yes, Master!"

The two women looked excited. This was an eighth-grade alchemist, a true pinnacle of alchemy!

And now, they are about to witness the birth of an eighth-grade alchemist. What could be more exciting than this?

"Owner……"

Upon hearing Feng Qing'er's address, Xuan Kongzi visibly paused, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes. With his ruthless insight, he naturally couldn't fail to see through Feng Qing'er's true nature.

To be able to subdue a Heavenly Demon Phoenix, this little guy's methods are truly...

As Xuan Kongzi sighed, Lin Ran didn't hold back. With a wave of his hand, he took out the Sun Cauldron, along with a large pile of magic cores and medicinal herbs.

Most of these magic cores are high-level magic cores, with the lowest being level seven, and one of them even reaching level eight, making them extremely precious!

After preparing everything, Lin Ran took a deep breath and mentally reviewed the refining process of the Heavenly Spirit Dragon Blood Pill he was going to make. Then he slowly opened his eyes, his palm moved slightly, and the holy golden Holy Gold Meteor Heart Flame suddenly flashed out and surged into the Sun Cauldron.

"A strange fire?!"

A surprised voice rang out from the side. Xuan Kongzi looked up and saw that two figures had appeared in the hall at some point.

The man looked old, with dark skin. His face was taut, giving off a stern and unsmiling vibe. His eyes were like lightning, piercing one's soul.

The other woman was a beautiful woman in a cheongsam, with a calm expression and a subtle charm that came with the passage of time.

"You've come too."

Upon seeing the two arrive, Xuan Kongzi nodded slightly in acknowledgment: "This little fellow is about to advance to the eighth-grade alchemist."

"An eighth-grade alchemist?!"

Upon hearing this, both of them looked surprised, but soon their attention was completely drawn to the Holy Golden Meteor Heart Flame that Lin Ran had summoned.

"Interesting. This flame is definitely a strange fire. Its intensity is so high that it must rank quite high on the Strange Fire Ranking. However, when it comes to golden flames, there are only the Nine Nether Golden Ancestral Fire, which ranks seventh, and the Golden Emperor Burning Heaven Flame, which ranks fourth, on the Strange Fire Ranking."

"But these two strange flames should both belong to someone else; it's impossible for this little guy to have obtained them. What exactly are these strange flames...?"

(End of this chapter)