The Transmigrator Who Changed Doupo

"Teacher!" This time, it was Xue Mei who spoke up in a sweet and innocent way, since she was closer to Frank.

"Snowy Girl, stop making a fuss, okay? It's one thing for you to throw a little tantrum normally, but this matter concerns the guild's reputation. As long as the little guy can successfully refine a third-grade pill and pass the test, then our Black Rock City Guild will definitely become famous throughout the world because of him." Frank's face flushed red as he spoke, and he was extremely excited.

Lin Fei, standing nearby, also begged her teacher Otto to persuade his old friend Frank to agree to let the two women go in and observe as well. After all, observing the alchemist's alchemy process and accumulating experience was a rare opportunity.

The Transmigrator Who Changed Doupo

Chapter Fifty-Eight: The Alchemy Legend of the Gama Empire

"Why don't we let them watch? It won't have much of an impact on them." Looking at the two girls' pitiful appearance, Xiao Xuanyuan couldn't help but feel sorry for them. In any case, his alchemy skills had already reached the peak of the third-grade alchemist, so he was quite confident in meeting the conditions set by the guild.

Frank was in a dilemma for a moment. After all, the examiner had spoken so eloquently, and the two women were pleading for him. It would seem too unreasonable to refuse. However, remembering that this was the guild's rule, Frank deliberately put on a stern face.

“Frank, I think we should make an exception this time. Our students can observe and learn from this, which might make their future alchemy journey smoother,” Otto said.

Otto and Frank were both the highest-ranking fourth-grade alchemists in Blackrock City. Even though he didn't particularly like wielding power, his authority within the Alchemist Guild was comparable to Frank's.

Seeing that his old friend Otto had spoken, and not wanting to offend anyone, Frank reluctantly agreed in the end.

After passing through the corridor, the group soon arrived at the examination room for third-grade prospective alchemists.

Frank had already sent people to prepare, so when they entered, several people were already waiting. These were all second or third-grade alchemists, with two of them at the third grade. Such a large group was rarely seen. But now, to make things easier, they wanted to see if this young man, who had just arrived at the Alchemist Guild and dared to speak so arrogantly, truly possessed the abilities rumored.

Compared to the assessment for second-grade alchemists, the assessment room for third-grade alchemists is much smaller. In the center of the hall, there is only a single stone platform, upon which are placed alchemy tools that are far more intricate and complex than those used in the first and second-grade preparatory alchemist assessments. After all, compared to the first and second grades, the higher the grade of the pill, the greater the difficulty and complexity of its refining, and the longer the refining time also becomes.

"Hehe, young man, you are the only protagonist here now. Do your best, or you may become the first alchemy genius that our Gama Empire has never seen in thousands of years. We look forward to your performance." Frank's old face was full of smiles, as bright as a chrysanthemum, and even the wrinkles on it spread out and smoothed out.

Otto chuckled and said, "Young man, based on my years of experience, the lightning flames you used might be a strange fire. Hehe, a sixteen-year-old third-grade alchemist with a strange fire—if word gets out, countless old monsters in the Gama Empire will flock to you, wanting to take you as their disciple. Work hard!"

Xiao Xuanyuan nodded and said, "This is no problem for me. The key is the bet." As he said this, he looked at Lin Fei.

At this moment, Xiao Xuanyuan deliberately brought it up again, and Lin Fei's delicate pink face turned bright red. She retorted stubbornly, "So what if I lost and became your maid for three years? You haven't won yet. Win first, then we'll talk."

"Hehe, that's good. I'll go up first then." Looking at Lin Fei's embarrassed look, Xiao Xuanyuan felt a great sense of accomplishment and turned to walk up the stone platform.

After a series of preliminary checks, Frank gave a shout, and a square light screen rose up, officially commencing the assessment for a third-grade alchemist.

This time, Xiao Xuanyuan refined a third-grade Nourishing Qi Pill, which was at the lower end of the rankings. Judging from the name, it was a pill for replenishing battle qi. In the midst of fierce combat, having such a pill was tantamount to having an extra life. After all, being able to quickly restore one's battle qi could be decisive in determining victory or defeat.

Xiao Xuanyuan's expression became much more cautious when faced with a third-grade pill. Even with his exceptional talent and the meticulous instruction of the Old Master Yao, and despite his age surpassing most senior alchemists, his skill level was still limited. The guild only provided one set of medicinal herbs; if he carelessly damaged them, everything would be for naught, and he, Xiao Xuanyuan, would become the laughingstock of everyone. Therefore, he was extremely cautious when dealing with this Nourishing Essence Pill.

Xiao Xuanyuan carefully tossed the medicinal herbs one by one into the medicine cauldron, not daring to be greedy, doing it one at a time. His movements were much more cautious and careful compared to the previous assessments.

Outside the square light screen, more than a dozen pairs of eyes were fixed on him, and the atmosphere gradually became solemn, as if even breathing had stopped, making people feel quite oppressed.

"Can he really succeed in refining it?" A complex mix of emotions flashed through Linfei and Xuemei's minds, mixed with a hint of anticipation. Even though they were reluctant to believe it, their intuition told them without hesitation that the young man before them would not disappoint them.

Frank and Otto's group also wore solemn expressions. They could see that the young man, while refining pills, had lost his carefree attitude. Gazing at the blazing flames crackling with lightning, a hidden fanaticism flickered in his eyes. A strange flame—that was a flame that countless alchemists were willing to risk their lives for. It was incredibly beneficial in alchemy, a powerful weapon for any alchemist. How could they, as alchemists themselves, not yearn to possess such a flame?

Honestly, at this moment, many alchemists present had an idea in mind: to send someone to kill Xiao Xuanyuan and plunder his flames. After all, he was just a sixteen-year-old boy, and his cultivation level was only three-star Dou Shi. They had a lot of connections with great Dou Shi and Dou Ling experts, so why would they be afraid that he would escape?

However, some alchemists had reservations. After all, Xiao Xuanyuan was now a celebrity, and his fame had probably spread beyond the Alchemist Guild. If something happened to him at the Black Rock City Alchemist Guild, someone would likely be sent to investigate, which was a considerable risk.

Leaving aside other alchemists, even those who are practically at the pinnacle of the alchemist world in the Gama Empire, like Frank and Otto, might have had this thought: to kill and seize the fire. However, it's just a thought. If they actually did it, and word got out, they would probably be disgraced, ostracized by the alchemist world, and even incur public wrath. They wouldn't be foolish enough to do something so thankless and foolish.

The timer for the third-grade preparatory alchemist assessment is no longer a bell, but an hourglass. The Alchemist Guild has given him three hours. If Xiao Xuanyuan can refine the third-grade Nourishing Essence Pill within this time, he will successfully advance to the third-grade alchemist level, becoming the only alchemy genius, or even a prodigy, to emerge from nowhere in the thousands of years of the Jia Ma Empire's history.

The Transmigrator Who Changed Doupo

Chapter Fifty-Nine: The Honor of the Gama Empire

Time passed second by second. Xiao Xuanyuan focused intently on carefully extracting the essence of the medicinal herbs using lightning dragon flames. After extracting all of them, he took a short rest, took a deep breath, and began the final step of refining them into pills.

We've already gone through such a complicated and patient process, so we can't afford to fail at this final step.

He poured his soul perception into the medicine cauldron, refining his understanding of the medicinal properties step by step, so that at least these essential medicinal properties would not conflict with each other.

*Pfft!* A small area of ​​the lightning dragon flame trembled slightly, and due to improper temperature control, it almost incinerated everything. However, with Xiao Xuanyuan's powerful soul perception, he reacted instantly and quickly suppressed the temperature, thus averting a tragedy.

Otherwise, this third-grade alchemist assessment would definitely have ended in failure.

Outside, everyone watched this scene. They vaguely sensed the situation inside the medicine cauldron and were worried for Xiao Xuanyuan. However, when they looked at Xiao Xuanyuan, they saw that his face was calm, and his movements were still unhurried and methodical, giving them a sense of reassurance.

As time passed, Lin Fei's feelings were the most complex. On one hand, she didn't want Xiao Xuanyuan to succeed and lose the bet. On the other hand, she didn't want him to fail, as she wanted to witness the birth of a genius alchemist, the likes of which hadn't been seen in the Jia Ma Empire for thousands of years. The anticipation of witnessing a miracle was also very strong. Moreover, she herself hadn't realized that she couldn't help but worry about this boy who was several years younger than her. This conflict made her hope that Xiao Xuanyuan would succeed in refining the pill take precedence.

As the various essential medicinal properties merged, Xiao Xuanyuan focused all his attention on the refining process in his hands. This intense concentration caused beads of sweat to appear on his forehead. The gradual fusion of the medicinal properties required him to be extremely careful in controlling his soul perception.

With focused attention on the cauldron, the temperature was kept at a specific level, proceeding slowly. The Nourishing Essence Pill was already mostly refined, with only the last two essences remaining.

puff!

The essence splashed onto the large mass of medicinal liquid, making a sound like water droplets falling into a boiling oil pan. In an instant, Xiao Xuanyuan suppressed the temperature, causing the two to merge rapidly. Under the full control of his soul perception, the essence eventually merged into it.

Now, only the last type of refined medicine remains.

Without the slightest lapse in concentration, he remained methodical and controlled, ultimately achieving the initial refining and melting of the Nourishing Essence Pill, ready for further polishing.

Each handprint struck the fist-sized mass of liquid, repeatedly refining it. Inside the cauldron, the lightning and dragon flames slightly increased in temperature, continuously scorching and churning, gradually shrinking the fist-sized mass of liquid.

After about half an hour, the liquid had transformed into a perfectly round, cyan pill, which was tumbling inside the cauldron.

With a few changing hand seals, accompanied by the retraction of lightning and dragon flames, his palm lifted the cauldron and took out the pill. The round, cyan pill lay on his palm. Xiao Xuanyuan brought it close to his nose, carefully inhaling the faint medicinal fragrance, then nodded with satisfaction and poured it into a white jade bottle.

As the square light screen faded, everyone gathered around Xiao Xuanyuan as he took out the pill.

"How did it go? Was it successfully refined?" Frank asked excitedly.

"Take a look for yourself." Xiao Xuanyuan tossed the white jade bottle to him expressionlessly.

Frank excitedly reached out and took it, then poured out the blue pill in full view of everyone.

The strong aroma of medicine wafted out and entered everyone's nostrils.

"A third-grade pill! It really is a third-grade pill! He succeeded in refining it!" One of the alchemists behind Frank and Otto exclaimed in surprise. The crowd looked shocked.

Frank's hands trembled slightly, his face flushed with excitement, as did Otto's. Otto's hand trembled slightly as he took the pill from Frank's grasp, muttering, "Only sixteen years old, yet he possesses a flame comparable to a rare and powerful fire, and his strength is exceptional among young talents. Now, on the path of alchemy, he already possesses the talent to defeat most veteran alchemists."

Three days later, the name "Xiao Xuanyuan" had become renowned throughout the alchemist world of the Jia Ma Empire. At only sixteen years old, he possessed the strength of a three-star Dou Shi (Battle Master). His talent was terrifying, but what was truly terrifying was his monstrous talent in alchemy. At only sixteen, he had already reached the level of a third-grade alchemist…

Xiao Xuanyuan was unaware of all this. What he knew now was that after successfully refining a third-grade pill, the news had spread throughout the entire Alchemist Guild, and he had become famous! The entire Alchemist Guild was in an uproar!

Rumors about him spread like wildfire, like a cat smelling fish, quickly reaching the various factions behind him.

Various forces extended olive branches to him, such as Lin Fei's father, the city lord of Blackrock City, and Frank and Otto of the Blackrock City Alchemist Guild, who offered extremely high and tempting conditions. It seems that Xiao Xuanyuan is extremely sought after now that he is famous. However, Xiao Xuanyuan remained unmoved by all of this, his expression unusually calm.

"As long as you're willing to join our Blackrock City Alchemist Guild, you don't need to worry about anything. Just get a title, and you can focus on alchemy. We can provide you with a large and sufficient supply of medicinal materials, and you'll also have priority in choosing from the guild's medicinal material warehouse..." Frank's mouth was dry as he listed a series of generous benefits, but he couldn't persuade the young man in front of him.

Meanwhile, Lord Lockes of Blackrock City, who had already received the news, was also waiting. His gaze towards Xiao Xuanyuan was like that of someone looking at a treasure mountain, gleaming with a slightly sly light; his face was filled with satisfaction. It was as if he had already decided that the young man before him was his son-in-law.

“That’s right, young man. If you stay in Blackrock City, I, Lockes, can arrange for my precious daughter to marry you…” Lockes looked Xiao Xuanyuan up and down and nodded with great satisfaction.

The young man before them was handsome and elegant, with a refined and graceful demeanor. He was a truly outstanding young man. Coupled with his considerable strength and alchemy skills, what father-in-law would not be satisfied with marrying his daughter to such an excellent son-in-law?

The Transmigrator Who Changed Doupo

Chapter Sixty: Recruitment and Conditions

Looking at the two top-ranking fourth-grade alchemists of the Blackrock City Alchemist Guild, and the olive branch extended by Linfei's father, the city lord, Xiao Xuanyuan felt a slight stirring in his heart. If he could stay in Blackrock City and marry Linfei and Xue Mei, he could live like a local tyrant, and that kind of life would be wonderful…

"I think you'd better stay here. Look, people are practically begging to give you their daughters." The old medicine doctor's voice came to my ears.

"Hehehe, I still want to have some fun with Linfei's figure. I imagine riding on her voluptuous body would feel incredibly pleasurable." Xiao Xuanyuan was quite lost in thought.

"However..." He changed the subject, continuing, "Don't underestimate me. You think you can stop me here just because you're greedy for a little beauty? You're dreaming. My path doesn't end here. My goal is that distant, almost unattainable Dou Di realm..."

With his gaze slightly raised, imagining that scene in his mind, Xiao Xuanyuan felt his ambition return.

"Brother Xiao, Brother Xiao, what's your decision?"

Seeing that Xiao Xuanyuan seemed to be in a daze and did not react for a long time, Locke spoke up to remind him.

Coming to his senses, Xiao Xuanyuan shook his head slightly and politely declined, saying, "I'm sorry, I'm already a student at Canaan Academy, and I'll be heading there to study in a few days, so I can't stay here."

"This..." Locke was speechless for a moment. He did not expect Xiao Xuanyuan to have this identity. Now, with this identity added, it was as if he was plated with gold, making the halo around Xiao Xuanyuan even more dazzling.

Frank and Otto's eyes lit up slightly. With this identity, it proved that the boy in front of them had unlimited potential. They should make sure to attach themselves to this potential tree that could grow into a towering giant in the future.

"How about this? You can join the Alchemist Guild in Blackrock City, and you can marry the city lord's daughter. We won't restrict or hold you back anymore. You can go back to Canaan Academy when you need to. That would be perfect." Frank and Otto exchanged a glance and nodded to each other. Then Frank continued to persuade them.

"Well... alright." After a slight hesitation, Xiao Xuanyuan finally nodded in agreement.

"However..." His tone shifted again, causing Frank and his companions, who had just relaxed slightly, to tense up once more. This man was a treasure; if they let him get away, they would be devastated. Therefore, they had no choice but to try their best to meet his demands...

Seeing that the three of them were staring at him with slightly nervous eyes, and that this had drawn their attention, Xiao Xuanyuan nodded slightly and continued, "...Since you are willing to marry Linfei to me, then I have one more request."

At this point, Xiao Xuanyuan paused, his gaze sweeping over the three of them.

The three men looked at each other for a moment, and finally Frank spoke up, nodding and saying, "Tell us, and we'll do our best to meet your needs as long as the conditions permit."

"I want not only Linfei, but also Xuemei as my wife." Having said all that, he decided to be frank and reveal his other idea. After all, marrying one is the same as marrying two, so he might as well marry Xuemei as well.

"No!" The first to object was City Lord Lockes. He stood up abruptly, his face slightly angry, and said, "You have already married my daughter, why do you want to marry that girl again? Is my daughter not as pretty as that girl? As the city lord, I absolutely disagree with this condition."

Frank stared intently, his expression quite serious, and said, "Brother Xiao, aren't you being too greedy? Lin Fei is already beautiful enough. Isn't one wife enough for you?"

Otto, standing to the side, looked displeased and clearly disapproved.

Seeing the expressions on the three men's faces, Xiao Xuanyuan knew he was in for a tough time. But he wasn't bothered; he had plenty of women, one more or one less wouldn't make a difference. Since they all disagreed, so be it. He didn't care about being a local tyrant in this Black Rock City. The world outside was vast; why limit himself? Therefore, he wanted to try and change his mind.

"Very well, since you don't agree to marry Xue Mei to me as well, then I think I can't agree to your various demands either. Let's end our conversation here." After saying that, Xiao Xuanyuan lightly patted the exquisitely woven white alchemist's robe on his body, stood up, and prepared to leave.

This is the top floor of the Alchemist Guild, and it's also the main office where high-level alchemists like Frank usually conduct their business. Even though it's luxuriously decorated and brightly lit, it's not really my place, so there's no point in staying here. I'd rather be outside and feel more free.

The three of them were surprised that Xiao Xuanyuan left so suddenly, without any intention of lingering. They looked at each other in astonishment.

However, Xiao Xuanyuan didn't want to pay attention to everyone anymore. He had already fulfilled his bet, and perhaps because of his status, it didn't matter whether Lin Fei fulfilled it or not. What mattered was that he now had a date with Ya Han.

Now that things have come to this, it's time to keep my appointment with her.

"Wait!"

Just as Xiao Xuanyuan opened the door and was about to step out, Frank helplessly shouted at him.

"What? You agreed?" Hearing this, Xiao Xuanyuan turned around in slight surprise.

"We agree..." Frank nodded, sounding rather helpless.