Battle Through the Heavens: I can solidify the talents of all things

Chapter 76, Ancient Elixir Recipe, Peak Rank Six Soul Infant Elixir

Xiao Qing accepted his greeting calmly and gestured for Hai Bodong to sit down again.

He then chuckled and cut to the chase, saying, "Sir, you don't come here without a reason. Is there something important you need Xiao Qing's help with?"

Xiao Qing was perceptive; the moment she sensed Hai Bodong's presence, she caught a glimpse of barely concealed eagerness and anticipation in the depths of his eyes.

Xiao Qing couldn't think of any other reason why a former Dou Huang would lower himself like this, except for his sixth-grade alchemy skills.

Hai Bodong's purpose was exposed, and his old face flushed slightly. He chuckled twice to cover his embarrassment: "Ahem, young friend, you are joking. Can't an old man come to visit an old friend if there is nothing wrong?"

That being said, Hai Bodong himself knew that this excuse was clumsy.

Hai Bodong paused, then finally sighed, his expression becoming serious. With a hint of earnestness, he said, "To be honest, young friend, you have excellent judgment! I have come here today to ask for your help, and I hope you can lend a hand."

Xiao Qing picked up the teacup beside him, gently blew away the floating leaves, took a sip, and waited for the next part to continue.

Hai Bodong rubbed his hands together, seemingly reluctant to speak, but finally forced himself to say, "It is—I would like to ask you, young friend, to refine a pill for me."

As he spoke, he carefully took out a slightly old-fashioned blue scroll from his storage ring, held it with both hands, and handed it to Xiao Qing.

"Young friend, as you know, I was ambushed by Queen Medusa and my cultivation was sealed for more than ten years! Although I was fortunate enough to have you help me break the seal, my meridians and dantian have been damaged and atrophied over the years, and my foundation has been shaken."

Hai Bodong's voice carried a hint of bitterness and resentment.

"Although I have regained my freedom, my cultivation has stagnated and is even in danger of declining, making it difficult to return to my former peak."

Hai Bodong took a deep breath, pointed at the scroll of pill formula, and a spark of hope rekindled in his eyes: "Not long ago, I used all the channels of the Mittel family, expending countless efforts and resources, and finally found this scroll of pill formula!"

"This pill is incredibly effective. It's said to completely repair cultivation decline caused by sealing or severe injury, stabilize the foundation, and eliminate all aftereffects! It's my only hope for resolving my current predicament!"

Xiao Zhan, who was standing to the side, was deeply moved.

Xiao Zhan then realized that the famous Ice Emperor had such a difficult past, and that Xiao Qing was able to help him break the seal that even a Dou Huang could not break!

This made Xiao Zhan feel even more that his nephew was unfathomable.

At the same time, Xiao Zhan also keenly realized that the grade of the pill that could make a Dou Huang powerhouse come to him so solemnly to ask for it must be quite high.

Xiao Qing seems to have already acquired the ability to refine such high-level pills!

This made Xiao Zhan even more awe and curiosity about Xiao Qing's mysterious teacher.

Xiao Qing calmly accepted the pill formula and slowly unrolled it.

When Xiao Qing's gaze swept over the four ancient characters "Fuling Zidan" at the beginning of the book, a slight thought stirred in his heart.

It really was it!

A fifth-grade elixir, the Rejuvenating Purple Pill!

In the original story, this was the Rejuvenating Purple Pill that Yao Lao used to recruit and control Ice Emperor Hai Bodong, and help him break the seal and restore his Dou Huang strength!

Unexpectedly, Hai Bodong collected them and came to me for help.

That makes sense, after all, the Mittel family owns an auction house and has an exceptionally wide network of connections.

This Rejuvenating Purple Pill isn't a rare pill; it's just a fifth-grade pill, so there must be some way to obtain it.

The trajectory of fate is truly wondrous.

Xiao Qing carefully reviewed the medicinal materials, refining methods, and descriptions of the effects of the pill recorded in the formula, confirming that it was no different from the Rejuvenating Purple Pill in his hand.

This medicine is indeed the right remedy to resolve the hidden dangers in Haibodong.

A moment later, Xiao Qing slowly rolled up the pill formula and gently placed it on the coffee table beside him.

He then looked up at Hai Bodong, whose face was filled with nervous anticipation, and said in a calm tone, "Old sir, now that you have found the pill formula, you must be familiar with the rules of the alchemist profession, right?"

We need the help of alchemists, especially high-level ones, as they have very strict rules.

You usually need to prepare three portions of medicinal materials to deal with possible failures during the refining process.

In addition, a reward that will satisfy the alchemist himself must be offered, the value of which is required.

Upon hearing this, Hai Bodong not only didn't feel embarrassed, but instead seemed to have been prepared, and quickly nodded: "I know, I know!"

"I understand the rules!"

He immediately took out a small jade box and another dark gold scroll with a deeper color and an ancient aura from his storage ring.

Hai Bodong first opened the jade box, inside which were neatly arranged three sets of medicinal materials needed to refine the Rejuvenating Purple Pill. The materials were complete in variety, of sufficient age, and extremely well preserved, clearly indicating that a great deal of effort had been put into collecting them.

Then, Hai Bodong held the dark gold scroll in both hands and handed it to Xiao Qing.

With a complex expression of confidence and anticipation on his face, he explained, "Young friend, here are the three ingredients for refining the Spirit Restoration Purple Pill. As for the reward—"

Hai Bodong paused, deliberately lowering his voice as if revealing a major secret: "This pill formula was obtained by chance from an ancient ruin when I was training in the Black Corner Region."

"This is no ordinary elixir formula, but a sixth-grade elixir formula passed down from ancient times! I believe that its uniqueness and rarity will surely catch your eye, young friend, and serve as payment for this alchemy session!"

Clearly, Hai Bodong was very confident that this offer would impress Xiao Qing.

He knew that for alchemists, exotic flames, advanced cauldrons, and rare elixir formulas were far more attractive than gold and silver treasures.

In particular, a sixth-grade pill formula from ancient times is far more valuable than ordinary sixth-grade pills, and is even enough to tempt some seventh-grade alchemists.

Hai Bodong took out this item not only to pay the reward, but also with the intention of forging a deep friendship with Xiao Qing, a young prodigy with unlimited potential.

"Ancient elixir formula?"

Xiao Qing's originally calm eyes suddenly burst forth with astonishing brilliance.

Xiao Qing almost immediately took the dark gold scroll. Upon holding it, he could feel the weight of time and the unique toughness of the material.

He carefully unrolled the scroll, his eyes quickly scanning the information recorded on it in ancient script and patterns.

"A top-grade sixth-rank elixir, the Soul Infant Spirit Pill—"

When Xiao Qing saw the name of the pill and its effects, even with his composure, he couldn't help but feel an overwhelming surge of joy!

This Soul Infant Elixir's main effect is entirely focused on the soul realm!

It can not only effectively repair soul trauma and nourish the soul, but also greatly help the soul realm to advance from the middle to the late stage.

It can also heal damage to the soul's essence caused by soul attacks or cultivation errors!

This pill was practically tailor-made for him, or rather, for the old doctor who was currently asleep in the black ancient ring!

Pills in the Soul Realm are extremely difficult to refine, and the medicinal materials required are even rarer. Their value is far beyond that of other types of pills of the same level.

Although this Soul Infant Elixir is labeled as a peak sixth-grade pill, its actual value is probably no less than that of some mid-grade seventh-grade pills!

Suppressing his excitement, Xiao Qing slowly rolled up the dark gold scroll and put it, along with the jade box containing the medicinal herbs, into his storage ring.

Xiao Qing raised his head and looked at Hai Bodong, who was slightly uneasy because of his reaction, and a sincere and satisfied smile appeared on his face.

"The old gentleman's reward is indeed generous."

Xiao Qing nodded, her tone certain.

"I'll accept this Rejuvenating Purple Pill."

Upon hearing this, Hai Bodong's heart, which had been hanging in suspense, finally settled down completely. A relieved smile instantly bloomed on his face, and even the hideous scar seemed to soften a lot.

Hai Bodong rubbed his hands excitedly: "Thank you so much, young friend! Thank you so much, young friend! I wonder—I wonder when we can start refining pills?"

After a moment's thought, Xiao Qing said, "Please rest at the Xiao family for half a day, sir. Once I've finished dealing with my chores, I'll start refining this Spirit Restoration Purple Pill for you."

"Very well! Very well! I'll leave it to you, young friend!"

Hai Bodong nodded repeatedly. As long as he could refine the pills, he would be willing to wait even a month, let alone half a day.

Upon seeing this, Xiao Zhan immediately arranged for his servants to lead Hai Bodong to the best guest quarters to rest.

Inside the council hall, only Xiao Qing and Xiao Zhan remained.

Looking at his composed nephew, Xiao Zhan couldn't help but exclaim, "Qing'er, you really are—you surprise your uncle time and time again! Even someone like the Ice Emperor has to come to your door."

Xiao Qing smiled slightly and said nothing more.

He looked out the window, his gaze seemingly piercing through the layers of courtyards and landing in the distance.

The journey to revive the old medicine master seems to have taken another solid step forward thanks to this unexpected ancient elixir formula.

Hai Bodong's visit may also indicate that the Xiao family and he will be more deeply involved in the turbulent changes of the Jia Ma Empire and even the entire Northwest Continent.

After parting ways with Hai Bodong in the morning, Xiao Qing first accompanied Gu Xun'er and Qing Lin, leisurely strolling through the markets of Wutan City for a long time.

Gu Xun'er, like a cheerful butterfly, flitted between the various stalls, occasionally picking up some novel trinkets and turning back to ask Xiao Qing for his opinion.

Qinglin remained somewhat timid, staying close to Xiao Qing's side.

But in those clear, big eyes, much of the fear she felt when she first arrived had faded, replaced by a childlike curiosity and excitement.

Occasionally, she would carefully tug at Xiao Qing's sleeve, pointing to a pretty ornament or a sweet snack.

After receiving a positive response, a shy yet satisfied smile will bloom on her little face.

The three of them returned to the Xiao family home satisfied only when the sun was high in the sky.

After settling Xun'er and Qinglin back at the villa, Xiao Qing's gentle expression gradually faded, replaced by focus and composure.

Xiao Qing walked slowly towards a secluded secret room that had been specially opened for him in the back mountain of his family.

Inside the secluded room, the light was soft, and a faint scent of sandalwood wafted in the air, isolating it from the noise of the outside world.

Xiao Qing held his breath and with a gentle wave of his sleeve, a black, ancient-looking medicine cauldron landed steadily on the ground in the center of the secret room. It was the Black Demon Cauldron left by the old medicine master.

On the body of the cauldron, the mysterious patterns flowed faintly in the dim light, as if they contained some kind of spirituality.

Xiao Qing did not start immediately, but closed his eyes and regulated his breathing for a moment to adjust himself to his peak condition.

When he opened his eyes again, his gaze was now a deep, still well.

With a thought, dozens of medicinal herbs of different shapes and emitting different energy fluctuations floated out of the storage ring.

As if lifted by an invisible hand, they hovered precisely around Xiao Qing's body, forming all the materials needed to refine the Rejuvenating Purple Pill.

The next moment, a ball of azure flame quietly leaped out from Xiao Qing's palm. At the center of the flame was the faint shape of a lotus platform, lively and gentle. It was the Azure Lotus Earth Core Flame that he had completely refined.

Xiao Qing's eyes narrowed slightly. He flicked his finger, and the ball of blue flame instantly split into more than a dozen thin fire snakes, which accurately pounced on each medicinal herb and completely enveloped it.

At the same time, a powerful yet gentle spiritual force emanated from between Xiao Qing's eyebrows.

Like countless invisible arms, it meticulously controls the temperature of each flame and the rhythm of refining.

The power of the spiritual soul was on full display at this moment, and Xiao Qing chose to refine all the medicinal materials at once!

The sealed room was silent except for the faint sizzling sound of the blue flames burning the medicinal herbs.

Under Xiao Qing's terrifying soul power, the medicinal herbs melted at a speed visible to the naked eye.

Impurities were burned to nothingness, eventually transforming into clusters of different colored, crystal-clear medicinal essences, which floated in the flames and emitted a rich medicinal fragrance.

The entire process was smooth and seamless, without the slightest hesitation.

Xiao Qing remained calm, as if she had only done a trivial matter.

Seeing that all the medicinal materials had been refined, Xiao Qing gestured with his hand, and the dozens of clumps of medicinal essence were summoned and poured into the Black Demon Cauldron.

Immediately afterwards, the main fire in Xiao Qing's palm was also thrown into the bottom of the cauldron. The azure flames suddenly rose up, enveloping the entire cauldron and beginning further fusion and purification.

Xiao Qing's soul power penetrated deep into the cauldron, constantly sensing every subtle change in the medicinal liquid and adjusting the temperature and intensity of the flames.

Time passed quietly, and about half an hour later, the various colored medicinal liquids inside the cauldron had completely merged into a fist-sized, viscous liquid emitting a purple halo.

Impurities have been completely removed, and the medicinal properties have reached the purest and most balanced state.

Xiao Qing's expression changed, and he let out a low shout. The pure Dou Qi in his body began to slowly flow into the medicine cauldron, acting as a gentle catalyst to guide the medicinal liquid into solid pills.

Xiao Qing's soul power was highly concentrated as he carefully observed the degree of solidification of the medicinal liquid under the combined effects of battle qi and flames.

About fifteen minutes later, just as the purple medicinal liquid was about to completely solidify into a pill, its light receded.

Xiao Qing abruptly withdrew his battle qi, and an even more surging soul power instantly poured into the cauldron, beginning the final shaping of the pill!

hum!

The Black Demon Cauldron trembled slightly, emitting a low hum.

Seeing this, Xiao Qing reached out and gently tapped the lid of the cauldron, causing it to open.

In an instant, an even richer and more intoxicating fragrance of elixir filled the entire secret chamber, even permeating through the stone door.

This attracted the attention of some members of the Xiao family who were passing by, who stopped and looked in surprise toward the secret chamber.

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