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Cheng Ye lifted his collar and stood by the window, letting the cool breeze flow in.

Huazhou is located in the south.

Nanming Prefecture is located in the far south, with the upper reaches of the Nanming River running through the area.

It brings abundant water resources and also makes the air in this land full of moisture.

Springtime is naturally rainy.

The night before Cheng arrived in Lingzhi County, there was a torrential downpour.

The sun is shining brightly now, but it's actually making things even more uncomfortable.

Not to mention inside this alchemy room with the fire burning?

"Only by raising one's cultivation to the fourth rank of the mortal realm or above can one ignore the ordinary heat of summer and cold of winter."

"In one morning, another ten detoxification pills were refined."

They are all of excellent quality and efficacy; one pill a day is enough to remove erysipelas.

"That's about enough."

"We'll exchange other pill formulas with Master Zhou later when he returns."

Leaning against the window, having come up with an excuse, Cheng recovered and quickly resumed refining the elixir.

Try to make the most of those three days of buff duration.

……

"hiss!"

"Such skillful fire control techniques."

"Every step is performed with consummate skill and ease."

"Most importantly, she's so young!"

at this time.

On that large platform, which resembled a fighting arena, five people were participating in this round of the "Three Tests for Alchemists".

But everyone's attention was focused on the only woman on the stage.

Besides her pleasing appearance, Li Ruyi is also far too young!

The candidates in the first two rounds were mostly people in their late twenties or early thirties.

That's normal.

Because to embark on the path of becoming an alchemist, one must have ample time.

Breaking through from the second rank of the mortal realm to the first rank is enough to stop more than 90% of cultivators.

He has excellent talent in martial arts and reached the second rank of the mortal realm around this age.

"Judging by her youthful appearance, she's probably not even twenty yet."

"Whose prodigy is this?"

At such a young age, he not only achieved the second rank of the mortal realm, but also had the confidence to participate in the "Three Examinations of Alchemists".

From any perspective.

Li Ruyi on the stage must have come from an extraordinary background.

"Master Zhou Dan".

"You've really kept your abilities hidden!"

"I never expected you'd actually gotten involved with this connection?"

Under the sunshade.

The most respected alchemists of Nanming Prefecture were all seated here.

They are both the teachers of the candidates and the examiners for this assessment.

Clearly, someone had guessed Li Ruyi's identity.

"His internal strength is profound and domineering, and he has also cultivated body-refining techniques. If we still can't guess this, we old folks can be buried in the ground."

Hearing the teasing from those around him, Zhou Yu smiled helplessly:

"It was just a coincidence."

The alchemy master standing to the side clicked his tongue a few times and said:

"I'd like to happen to be there too."

"That's right, that's right."

"Although this young lady already has a lineage."

"But her family still owes you a favor."

These renowned alchemy masters, though highly respected in the martial arts world, spoke with envy.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Yu smiled but remained silent.

If I were to explain further, it would seem hypocritical.

Not long after.

On stage, Li Ruyi began to cool down the fire until the temperature dropped, then she stood up and let her hands hang down.

"hiss!"

"That's it?"

"It's only been half an hour."

"The elixir has already been completed?"

"So fast!"

"Let alone the earlier rounds, even going back further, no one has ever refined a pill so quickly in the final test of the 'Three Trials of Alchemists,' right?"

"At least, in our Nanming Prefecture, we have never heard of such a stunningly beautiful person."

An uproar erupted in the crowd.

at the same time.

Zhou Yu and the others, who were chatting idly, also got up and went up onto the stage.

"Miss Li."

"Can we start the furnace now?"

Li Ruyi nodded slightly and said softly:

"Please, esteemed alchemists, examine and evaluate this work."

As the lid of the alchemy furnace was lifted, a medicinal fragrance filled the surroundings.

Zhou Yu took out a pill the size of a mung bean.

Using the thin jade knife he carried, he scraped off a small amount of powder.

First observe its color and shape, then smell its aroma, and finally dab it on your lips with your finger.

After a few breaths, the alchemy masters who were acting as examiners looked at each other and finally nodded silently.

"Top grade."

"Top grade."

"..."

These two simple words were uttered one after another by the various alchemy masters.

The audience below the stage seemed to freeze in their breath!

The final result is in.

The unanimous assessment is that the elixir is of superior quality.

"This must be the most talented person in the history of our Nanming Prefecture, right?"

"Who exactly is she?"

Heated discussions spread all around.

It also spread rapidly, like ocean waves, towards Lingzhi County and even the entire Nanming Prefecture.

In the usual three examinations for alchemists, there are usually only one or two examiners.

Only when they happen to be there, during the once-every-five-years Grand Meeting of Alchemists, can so many alchemy masters gather together.

At this time.

To receive such a unanimous "superior" rating from so many alchemy masters speaks volumes about its prestige.

"Miss Li."

"Give my regards to your father."

"Fifteen years ago, I visited your esteemed residence..."

Surrounded by the renowned alchemy masters, Li Ruyi responded politely to each of them.

It was neither impolite nor overly enthusiastic.

After the pleasantries were over.

Li Ruyi whispered to Zhou Yu:

"Master Zhou Dan".

"The three examinations for alchemists have concluded, and it is not convenient for me to stay in Lingzhi County for any longer."

I will return tonight.

Zhou Yu nodded; this was within his expectations.

"Miss Li, have a safe journey."

As for whether there will be any danger at night?

Given Li Ruyi's status, how could she possibly have come to Lingzhi County alone?

There must be a master in the shadows following her.

Perhaps it's because all the good fortune is concentrated on Li Ruyi, this "chosen one of heaven".

Of the four other people who took the "Three Examinations of the Alchemist" on the same stage, only one passed the exam.

The people who came on stage after her seemed rather dull in comparison to Li Ruyi's brilliance.

Until the sun set in the west, marking the first day of the "Three Tests of the Alchemist".

Of the thirty candidates, only eight successfully obtained the title of alchemist.

……

Xiao Sun sat on the edge of the car, his face still beaming with excitement.

He gained a great deal from today's "Three Tests of the Alchemist".

"Master Zhou?"

"Who exactly is this Miss Li?"

Aside from his excitement, Xiao Sun was also extremely curious about the background of that Miss Li!

Don't ask questions you shouldn't ask.

Zhou Yu's slightly weary voice came from inside the carriage.

"Oh, right."

"Where are the pills I asked you to prepare?"

Young Sun, being sensible, did not press the matter further and replied:

"I have already prepared the pills you asked me to prepare for Constable Chen and Constable Cheng."

"Um."

Zhou Yu responded with satisfaction:

"Let's get some rest early tonight."

"The third examination for alchemists is in two days."

How much you can learn depends on your own destiny.

The carriage had already arrived at the entrance of Almond Hall.

Just as Xiao Sun was about to say something, he saw someone standing under the lantern.

"what?"

"Officer Cheng? You haven't rested yet?"

Cheng also looked up, saw Xiao Sun, his gaze falling on the carriage, and said with a smile:

"I have something I'd like to discuss privately with Master Zhou."