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Chapter 237 Power Pill and Moon Essence Pill

Gao Zhice's near 50% perfection rate is already extremely absurd.

A 100% perfection rate is even more unimaginable.

For a moment, everyone present had the same thought: This really wasn't cheating, but rather the pills being switched?

"Are you sure he made this pill?"

At this moment, behind Pei Xuewen, a true disciple asked the white-robed man who had previously informed Xu Ning of the successful refining.

His expression was very suspicious, and he did not directly ask Xu Ning.

Upon seeing this, Xu Ning's brow twitched.

This is very disrespectful.

However, he didn't seem to care much.

While everyone's attention was focused on Gao Zhice, Xu Ning directly activated the Dao Realm Pill Technique: Pill Sea Pill Scripture, throwing fifteen portions of materials directly into the pill furnace.

He refined fifteen perfect pills faster than Gao Zhice.

However, when the pills were ready, Xu Ning didn't make any noise, and everyone's attention wasn't on him.

"Yes, I've been observing him ever since the pills were made."

The white-robed man in charge of monitoring the examinees said, "He threw in all fifteen portions of raw materials at once, and then took out these fifteen pills."

Having received confirmation from the man in white, the disciple who had previously asked the question remained silent.

The way everyone looked at Xu Ning became very complicated.

Unlike Gao Zhice, Xu Ning appeared out of nowhere and was a complete stranger to them. As a result, the impact of Xu Ning on them was far greater than that on Gao Zhice.

"I wonder where this grand alchemist came from..."

Gao Zhice's feelings were complicated. At first, he was calm and composed, feeling that no one could compare to him in this assessment.

However, when Gao Zhice saw that Xu Ning used the same method as him, but with a perfect success rate, he felt a strong sense of frustration.

"It's alright, there's a second part to the assessment. As long as you perform better than him in the second part, that's fine. After all, the first assessment is just about refining basic pills, while for a master alchemist, refining rare and difficult pills is the real test that determines their level."

Gao Zhice comforted himself in his heart.

"May I ask your name?"

At this moment, Pei Xuewen also lowered her guard and took the initiative to ask Xu Ning questions.

"Xu Ning."

Xu Ning gave a simple reply.

"Xu Ning..."

Pei Xuewen only received a name, but did not pursue the matter further.

In his view, Xu Ning will inevitably become this year's true disciple, and there will naturally be plenty of opportunities to get to know him in the future.

"I look forward to your performance in the second assessment."

After saying that, Pei Xuewen gave everyone a look.

So they stepped away from Xu Ning and walked back to the front of the field.

"There's actually someone even more capable than Gao Zhice?"

"Xu Ning, I've never heard of that name before. Isn't he from Guqing Prefecture?"

"..."

Immediately, there was a flurry of discussion again.

When people are restless, refining elixirs becomes more difficult, which also increases the difficulty of the assessment for other examinees whose mental state is affected.

However, external influences are also part of the assessment.

Otherwise, the examinees present would have already been taken to the alchemy room for the assessment.

"Brother Xu's skill is actually comparable to Gao Zhice's?"

Zheng Yiqing, who was standing next to him, was unable to calm down for a long time.

When they were traveling earlier, out of politeness, he didn't ask Xu Ning too many questions about his private life, and simply regarded Xu Ning as an outsider who didn't know much about the alchemist circle in Guqing Prefecture.

But the facts at present prove that Xu Ning is not only a master of alchemy, but also a grand alchemist.

"call……"

Zheng Yiqing took a deep breath to calm herself down.

"Brother Xu's performance is so amazing, I can't compare. I should pass the first test first."

Zheng Yiqing adjusted his mindset and began refining pills one by one.

As for Xu Ning, he sat at the table, observing the other alchemists without making a sound.

At the same time, Xu Ning also noticed that Gao Zhice was paying attention to him from time to time, clearly recognizing him as a competitor.

Xu Ning didn't care at all.

Soon, two hours had passed.

During this period, many of the examinees who encountered problems in the refining process left before the time was up.

The number of examinees present was also decreasing.

Because of the influence of Gao Zhice and Xu Ning, the number of people who successfully passed the first test was only 37, lower than Pei Xuewen's estimate of 50.

"I did it!"

Zheng Yiqing met the completion standard at the last moment.

He successfully refined all fifteen pills, and eight of them were of superior quality.

Zheng Yiqing was overjoyed. He had failed the first test the previous two times he had come here for the assessment.

Congratulations, Brother Zheng.

Xu Ning also said in a low voice.

"Brother Xu, you truly are a hidden master."

Zheng Yiqing sighed.

Throughout their journey together, Xu Ning never revealed his true strength or skill level, always communicating with him on an equal footing.

Given the gap in their levels of cultivation and alchemy, Zheng Yiqing knew very well that if everything were laid bare, he was not qualified to associate with Xu Ning.

"where."

Xu Ning waved his hand: "Adjust your mindset and prepare for the second assessment."

"it is good."

Zheng Yiqing said no more and waited for the second assessment.

After reviewing those who passed the first round, Pei Xuewen announced the start of the second assessment.

More servants in blue robes appeared, bringing the medicinal herbs for the second test.

This time, I brought thirty kinds of medicinal herbs, each in roughly equal quantities.

"Oh?"

Xu Ning only glanced at the medicinal herbs before noticing their special characteristics.

"These thirty medicinal herbs, when combined, can produce more than ten different types of pills."

Xu Ning thought to himself, "But this is just as Pei Xuewen said before. The second test is a free combination of limited spiritual herbs. The higher the level and the better the quality of the pills refined using the limited spiritual herbs in front of us, the higher the evaluation level will be."

"In this second test, you only need to refine one pill, and failure is allowed. As long as you have enough medicinal materials, there is no limit to the number of times you can refine it. I hope you can challenge your limits as much as possible. Only by doing better can you stand out in our evaluation."

Pei Xuewen stood at the front and said, "Alright, the second test will begin now. Time limit: one hour."

The second stage of the assessment was shortened by half compared to the first.

Unlike last time, no one immediately took action after Pei Xuewen finished speaking.

Everyone, including Xu Ning and Gao Zhice, who had performed exceptionally well in the previous assessment, was deep in thought.

This assessment, while seemingly offering a high degree of freedom, is actually extremely difficult.

Those being assessed typically consider how to find a balance between the quality of the pills and the success rate, in order to refine pills that are more likely to receive high ratings.

Xu Ning and Gao Zhice, on the other hand, were thinking about how to refine the most difficult pills.

Gao Zhice, in particular, was provoked by Xu Ning and became extremely competitive.

"With my knowledge, these thirty medicinal herbs can be combined to make a total of sixteen kinds of pills."

Xu Ning weighed the options and said, "The most difficult one is a pill called the Strength Extreme Pill, which is recorded in the Pill Canon of the Pill Sea Demon Lord. According to the Pill Canon, this Strength Extreme Pill is not well-known outside, not many people know about it, and it has some demonic attributes."

"This will do..."

Xu Ning finally made his decision: "With my abilities, I should be able to guarantee a 50% success rate. The amount of medicinal herbs I have is enough for me to refine it twice. Therefore, my chances of successfully refining it are extremely high."

After making up his mind, Xu Ning began to take action.

"He's already started..."

Gao Zhice felt a pang of anxiety when he realized that Xu Ning had already made his move.

"Fine, I'll refine the Moon Essence Pill then."

Gao Zhice then made a decision as well.

This Moonflower Pill is, in Gao Zhice's knowledge, the most difficult pill to refine using limited spiritual herbs and ingredients.

"The effects of this Moonflower Pill can even benefit a Grandmaster at the initial stage of the Dao Realm. It is also a Dao Realm pill. Once refined, it will surely make one invincible."

Gao Zhice thought to himself, "However, that Xu Ning might also choose to refine the Moon Essence Pill, so I have to try my best to ensure its high quality. If I can reach the top grade, he shouldn't be able to surpass me."

Subsequently, Gao Zhice also took action.

"What kind of elixirs do you think Gao Zhice can refine?"

Several true disciples began to exchange ideas.

"It must be the Moon Essence Pill."

One disciple said, "Given his temperament, after being outmaneuvered by Xu Ning earlier, he'll definitely want to prove himself in this test. Therefore, he'll probably choose the most difficult-to-refine Moon Essence Pill."

"Xu Ning is probably also refining Moon Essence Pills. In the end, the difference in their skill levels will probably be determined by the quality of the Moon Essence Pills they produce."

"However, anything can happen. What if they concoct other elixirs that we don't understand?"

"How is that possible? We've been by Master's side for so long, our knowledge of elixirs is already incredibly profound, how could there be elixirs we don't understand..."

The disciples communicated telepathically while observing Gao Zhice and Xu Ning.

Xu Ning has now diverted most of Gao Zhice's attention.

The assessment was proceeding with great anxiety.

Snapped.

Suddenly, Gao Zhice's expression changed, and a wisp of white smoke rose from the alchemy furnace in front of him.

"Gao Zhice's first attempt failed."

Pei Xuewen noticed this.

"Gao Zhice's first attempt at refining the Moon Essence Pill has failed..."

"It's alright, this amount of medicinal herbs is enough for three attempts to refine the Moon Essence Pill."

The true disciples are exchanging ideas.

Gao Zhice's expression was somewhat unpleasant as he noticed that Xu Ning was still calmly refining the product.

"I was too impatient; that person affected my state of mind."

Gao Zhice forced himself to calm down and began the second refining process.

He knew that if he didn't adjust himself, he might not even pass the assessment.

"The Power Pill... is complete!"

Another quarter of an hour passed, and this time, the alchemy furnace in front of Xu Ning trembled slightly.

Then, a gray pill popped out of the furnace and landed in Xu Ning's hand.

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