The two chatted for a while, and then Xiao Ling left Xiao Yixian's room and gave the companion purple crystal source to Zi Yan.

Sitting in the pavilion in the courtyard, Xiao Ling took out the medicine refining notes given to him by Yao Chen and began to read them carefully.

In order to break through to the Douhuang realm as soon as possible, Xiao Ling has not carefully read the alchemist's notes that Yao Chen gave him.

Now that Xiao Ling has broken through to the fourth star of Douhuang, his life has become more leisurely.

Looking at the contents recorded therein, Xiao Ling began to absorb the subtle knowledge therein with fascination.

One has to sigh that as an eighth-grade top alchemist, Yao Chen's attainments in alchemy are truly extraordinary.

Xiao Ling only felt that, compared with Yao Chen, he was just a beginner in alchemy. Only when he learned more knowledge could he feel his own shortcomings.

At this moment, Yao Chen appeared in front of Xiao Ling. He stroked his beard and said with a smile, "I happen to be free now. Do you need me to teach you some medicine refining techniques?"

"That's great!" Xiao Ling said excitedly, with a glimmer of anticipation in his eyes. Since reaching the sixth-grade alchemist level, Xiao Ling has been studying alchemy on his own. Now with the guidance of Yao Chen, the number one alchemist on the continent, his alchemy skills will surely be rapidly improved.

Yao Chen smiled and nodded, and took Xiao Ling to a quiet practice room. Various precious medicinal materials and medicine refining equipment were placed in the room. It must be that Yao Chen used this room when he refined some pills in the Xiao family.

In the following time, Yao Chen carefully imparted his experience and skills, and Xiao Ling listened attentively, constantly asking questions and trying to put them into practice.

As time went by, Xiao Ling's alchemy skills gradually improved, his understanding of the medicinal properties became deeper, and his control over the strange fire became more proficient. Some bad habits that had not been discovered before were also pointed out by Yao Chen.

Time passed quietly, and before I knew it, several hours had passed.

"Let's stop here for today. You should understand it carefully." Yao Chen looked at Xiao Ling and smiled.

After taking back the strange fire from the medicine cauldron, Xiao Ling bowed respectfully to Yao Chen and said, "Thank you for your guidance, Master Yao."

The two chatted for a while, and then Xiao Ling left the training room and walked towards his own room.

Looking up at the bright moon in the night sky, Xiao Ling muttered, "I don't know what the difference is between the moon in this Douqi Continent and the moon in my previous life. When I am strong enough, I will definitely go up and take a look."

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 118 Nalan Jie Arrives

Ever since Xiao Ling broke through to the four-star Dou Huang level, the news that Xiao Ling had broken through to the Dou Huang level was inadvertently spread.

Many people wanted to come and visit, but Xiao Ling only met with Hai Bodong once, told him about the Fuling Purple Pill, and asked him to prepare the medicinal materials and remuneration for refining the pill himself.

After finishing his retreat, Xiao Ling's life became more leisurely.

Most of the time, he followed Yao Chen to learn about alchemy, and occasionally he would take Qing Lin and a few others to go shopping in the Holy City of Gama.

The streets of the holy city of Jama are prosperous and bustling, with people coming and going and shouting one after another.

Xiao Ling used the "camouflage" skill to reduce his presence, and moved among the crowd with Qing Lin and others, his face filled with relaxation and joy.

Zi Yan looked at the various stalls on the street with curiosity, stopping from time to time to pick out some novel little gadgets.

Qinglin’s innocent smile was like the warm sunshine in spring, warming people’s hearts; and the other two girls were also charming, attracting the attention of passers-by.

As the saying goes, an old man in the family is like a treasure. Having old man Yao Chen has indeed brought a lot of convenience to Xiao Ling's life.

Yao Chen's profound knowledge and rich experience are like an endless treasure house.

No matter the bottlenecks encountered during cultivation, or doubts about practicing fighting skills, or even the subtle techniques in refining medicine, as long as Xiao Ling and the three women have something they don't understand, Yao Chen can answer their questions and resolve their confusion.

Under Yao Chen's guidance, Xiao Ling's understanding of alchemy became increasingly profound.

Unfortunately, Xiao Ling has not yet gathered all the medicinal materials for the seventh-grade elixir, so he cannot refine it himself.

Talking about it on paper is not as good as personal experience. If you want to quickly improve your alchemy skills, it will not be possible without the help of a large amount of resources.

There were not many medicinal herbs left in Yao Chen's storage ring. Most of the precious materials he had during his lifetime were taken away by Han Feng.

Xiao Ling also mentioned Han Feng's matter to Yao Chen. When he becomes strong enough, Xiao Ling will definitely open Han Feng's experience package.

Yao Chen was very surprised to learn that Han Feng had escaped from Zhongzhou to the Black Horn Region. Yao Chen only made one request, hoping that Xiao Ling would hand Han Feng over to him.

Xiao Ling naturally agreed to this matter. Although Han Feng's soul was very good, this little profit could not be compared with the help Yao Chen gave to Xiao Ling.

During these leisurely and fulfilling days, Xiao Ling's relationship with his friends became deeper and deeper. Every bit of their experience together became the most precious memories in their lives.

Xiao Ling knows very well that such time is a rare moment of tranquility and beauty. He cherishes it immensely and looks forward to more wonderful things waiting for them to explore in the future.

……

In Xiao Ling's courtyard, Xiao Ling was instructing Xiao Yan on the knowledge of alchemy.

Now, two months have passed since Xiao Ling came out of seclusion. During this period, Xiao Yan would come to Xiao Ling from time to time to ask for advice on alchemy in order to improve his alchemy skills.

Looking at the green and gold strange fire in Xiao Ling's hand, Xiao Yan looked at the sixth-level dark sea dragon beast fire in his own hand, feeling a little envious.

This sixth-level dark sea dragon beast fire was naturally obtained by Xiao Yan from the royal family through Yao Yue's relationship.

Looking at the beast fire in Xiao Yan's hand, Xiao Ling raised a smile and said teasingly, "It seems that you have a good relationship with that little princess of the royal family. She even got you a beast fire of the royal guardian beast."

Xiao Yan scratched his head and turned his head unconsciously. Now everyone in the capital knew that the third young master of the Xiao family and Nalan Yanran had broken off their engagement.

Because the true story was not spread out, according to folk rumors, Nalan Yanran broke off her engagement with the Xiao family because Xiao Yan and the royal princess Yaoyue were too close.

Seeing Xiao Yan's look, Xiao Ling shook his head. Xiao Ling had also met the two little royal princesses Yaoyue several times. Both sides should have some ideas. If the Xiao family and the royal family became relatives, it would definitely be of great benefit to the development of both sides.

At this time, a maid walked into Xiao Ling's courtyard and bowed to the two of them, "Master Xiao Ling, Master Xiao Yan, Marshal Lionheart is here to visit you."

Raising his eyebrows, Xiao Ling was a little surprised. He originally thought that after what happened with Nalan Yanran, Nalan Jie would not be too embarrassed to come and seek his help.

In a few days, Xiao Ling would be leaving the imperial capital. He had originally planned to go directly to the Nalan family one night to take away the Seven Illusions Green Spirit Saliva, and then leave some pills as compensation.

Xiao Ling really didn't have any good feelings towards Nalan Jie. In the original novel, he always said that he would definitely help Xiao Yan if he had any problems. However, Xiao Yan was invited to have tea by the three Dou Kings of the Yunlan Sect, and Nalan Jie sat aside and didn't dare to say a word.

Hearing this, Xiao Yan, who was standing by, cast a curious look at the maid, because Nalan Yanran had made the decision to break off the engagement on her own, and Xiao Yan had not really gone to her house to divorce her. Although the relationship between the Nalan and Xiao families had become somewhat awkward, with the Nalan family's intention to make peace, the relationship between the two families was quite good.

Seeing that Xiao Ling did not reply, the maid thought that she had disturbed the two of them, and asked cautiously: "Marshal Lionheart has arrived at the Xiao family's reception room. Do you want to invite him over?"

Nodding slightly, Xiao Ling said calmly: "In that case, let him come over."

"Yes." After receiving Xiao Ling's instructions, the maid bowed and left.

After the maid left, Xiao Yan also stood up and said, "Since my cousin has something to deal with, I will take my leave first."

"Well, remember to take stock of what you have learned today."

Not long after Xiao Yan left, a skinny old man with white hair and beard walked into the courtyard.

"Hahahaha, Master Xiao Ling, please forgive me for disturbing you this time!"

Along with the footsteps came Nalan Jie's heroic words.

"Mr. Nalan, you are too polite. I happen to be free now, so please don't disturb me." Xiao Ling looked at Nalan Jie and said lightly.

When Nalan Jie entered the room, he saw that Xiao Ling did not show any obvious displeasure, and his uneasy mood eased a little.

He clasped his fists towards Xiao Ling and said, "In fact, the Nalan family and the Xiao family used to be good friends, and I and your Xiao family's old patriarch Xiao Lin are even more of a life-long friend. However, my grandson Yanran previously trespassed into your mansion and damaged the friendship between the two families. I would like to apologize to you here. Alas, this is all my fault. I did not teach Yanran well. I hope Master Xiao Ling will forgive me..."

Waving his hands, Xiao Ling's face remained calm, "Since this matter has passed and both parties have received a satisfactory response, let's not mention it again."

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 119 Seven Illusions Green Spirit Saliva

Seeing that Xiao Ling didn't care about Nalan Yanran's previous request to cancel the engagement, Nalan Jie felt relieved.

Now that Xiao Ling has broken through to the Douhuang realm, he must not offend the Xiao family easily.

Invite Nalan Jie to sit down and wait for the maid to serve him a cup of tea.

The two of them chatted while sipping tea.

Seeing that Nalan Jie was not going to speak directly, Xiao Ling became a little impatient, "Mr. Nalan, what are you doing here today?"

Hearing Xiao Ling's question, Nalan Jie hesitated for a moment, then bowed to Xiao Ling and said, "Master Xiao Ling, do you see anything unusual about my body?"

Upon hearing this, Xiao Ling looked Nalan Jie up and down, and with a scan of his soul perception, he discovered the problem.

Xiao Ling had no expression on his face, and spoke calmly, "On the surface, Mr. Nalan looks extraordinary and powerful, but in reality, his Qi and blood are empty, his body is abnormally thin, and there is a dark color on his face. He must have been poisoned."

Nalan Jie was a little surprised. He didn't expect that Xiao Ling could tell at a glance that he had a deadly poison in his body. Master Gu He also had to examine him carefully before he could determine his physical condition.

Nodding, Nalan Jie forced a smile on his face, "Master Xiao Ling is indeed a sixth-grade alchemist. He saw my condition at a glance. Master is right. I am indeed poisoned."

Then, Nalan Jie began to talk about the reason why he was poisoned: "Two years ago, I fought fiercely with an extremely poisonous fifth-level monster, the Branding Poison Seal. Although I eventually killed it, it unfortunately injected me with a terrifying toxin, the branding poison. Master Xiao Ling is proficient in refining medicine, and he must know the power of this poison. According to records, there are many sixth-level monsters that were poisoned to death by the Branding Poison Seal. If it weren't for its near-zero number, I'm afraid many powerful people on the continent would be horrified by this poison."

Raising his eyebrows, Xiao Ling smiled and said, "It seems that Mr. Nalan came here this time to let me treat the brand poison in your body."

Hearing Xiao Ling's question, Nalan Jie nodded and said, "Master Xiao Ling is right. I came to find Master Xiao Ling this time because I heard that Master Xiao Ling had subdued a strange fire. Master Gu He once told me that if I could use the strange fire, the poison in my body could be removed."

Nodding slightly, Xiao Ling said calmly: "Yes, I do have a strange fire in my body."

Xiao Ling was not surprised that Nalan Jie knew that he had a strange fire. After all, he took the initiative to reveal that he had a strange fire just to make Nalan Jie come to him for help.

Taking out a dozen precious medicinal herbs from the ring, Nalan Jie looked at Xiao Ling with hope, "Master Xiao Ling, these are the rewards I brought. I wonder if they are worthy of your attention. If not, you can choose any treasure from my Nalan family."

After casually glancing at these medicinal herbs, Xiao Ling withdrew his gaze and looked at Nalan Jie with some lack of interest.

Seeing this, Nalan Jie hurriedly asked, "Master Xiao Ling, do you think these herbs are not enough?"

Xiao Ling's eyes turned and he looked at Nalan Jie, and told him his purpose, "I heard that the Nalan family has a Seven Illusions Green Spirit Saliva. If Mr. Nalan can bring this thing as a reward, I can agree to this matter."

Hearing Xiao Ling's request, Nalan Jie felt a little painful, because the Seven Illusions Green Spirit Saliva was a medicinal herb that he had obtained with great difficulty.

The Seven Illusions Green Spirit Saliva is a very strange plant. Its rhizome can be used to extract an extremely mysterious liquid substance that can restore the power of the soul.

But thinking of his health which was getting worse day by day, he gritted his teeth and said, "Master Xiao Ling is really well-informed. Yes, my Nalan family does have a Seven Illusion Green Spirit Saliva. Since Master Xiao Ling is interested in it, I will send someone to deliver it to you immediately."

After receiving a satisfactory answer, Xiao Ling also smiled, "In this case, as long as Mr. Nalan gives me the Seven Illusions Green Spirit Saliva, I will go to the Nalan Mansion and help you get rid of the poison in your body."

After getting Xiao Ling's promise, Nalan Jie breathed a sigh of relief. Although the Seven Illusions Green Spirit Saliva was quite precious, it was still nothing compared to his own life.

The two chatted for a while, and then Nalan Jie got up and left Xiao Ling's courtyard, planning to send someone to deliver the Seven Illusions Green Spirit Saliva to Xiao Ling.

After a while, a maid walked into Xiao Ling's courtyard, holding a potted plant in her hand, in which was planted a Seven Illusion Green Spirit Saliva.

"Master Xiao Ling, these are the medicinal herbs sent by the Nalan family." The maid bowed to Xiao Ling and handed the potted plant containing the Seven Illusions Green Spirit Saliva to Xiao Ling.

Reaching out his hand to take it, Xiao Ling smiled faintly, "This Nalan Jie is quite quick, I guess he must be a little impatient."

After smelling the fragrance emanating from the Seven Illusions Green Spirit Saliva, Xiao Ling felt a cool feeling in his soul.

"The effect is quite good. With the help of this Seven Illusions Green Spirit Saliva, I believe Yao Lao should be able to recover to the peak strength of Dou Zong." After taking a casual look at it, Xiao Ling put it into his storage ring and turned to walk towards Qing Lin's training room. At this time, Yao Chen should be guiding Qing Lin in his training.

After Yao Chen woke up, Xiao Ling also refined some pills for him to restore his soul power. However, due to limited materials and the fact that soul power-related medicinal materials were quite rare, Xiao Ling could only refine a few portions of fifth-grade soul-nourishing saliva with his wealth.

Inside Qing Lin's training room, Yao Chen seemed to sense something. He opened the door of the training room and saw Xiao Ling walking towards him.

Seeing Yao Chen, Xiao Ling took out the potted plant with the Seven Illusions Green Spirit Saliva from his storage ring, "Old Yao, I have got the Seven Illusions Green Spirit Saliva that I promised to prepare for you."

Floating in front of Xiao Ling, Yao Chen took a quick look and said, "Yes, this is indeed the Seven Illusions Green Spirit Saliva. It is of great help to me now."

Reaching out his hand and passing it to Yao Chen, Xiao Ling smiled and said, "In that case, Yao Lao should quickly refine this Seven Illusion Green Spirit Saliva."

Shaking his head slightly, Yao Chen took the potted plant with the Seven Illusions Green Spirit Saliva and said, "My soul is stable at the moment, so I don't really need the help of this Seven Illusions Green Spirit Saliva. With this Seven Illusions Green Spirit Saliva and the herbs we have, it shouldn't be a big deal to spend some time creating a low-level seventh-grade elixir. Don't you lack experience in refining seventh-grade elixirs? You will be the one to refine this elixir when the time comes."

Hearing this, Xiao Ling was a little surprised. He was worthy of being the number one alchemist in the continent. He could create a low-level seventh-grade medicine recipe just by saying so.

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 120: Strange Fire Removes Poison

Xiao Ling nodded slightly, with a faint smile on his face, "Haha, I'll follow your arrangements, Yao Lao."

The two chatted for a while, and then Xiao Ling spread his fighting spirit wings and flew towards the Nalan family's mansion.

After a while, Xiao Ling turned into a bright green light and landed in front of the Nalan family's mansion.

Seeing Xiao Ling, the guard came forward, bowed slightly to Xiao Ling, and then said respectfully: "Hello, Master Xiao Ling. The old patriarch has already instructed me to welcome you here."

After saying that, he took Xiao Ling and walked towards the Nalan Mansion.

Xiao Ling nodded slightly in response, then followed the guard slowly.

Walking on the path paved with green gravel, Xiao Ling's soul perception was slightly released. In the darkness around him, there were many obscure eyes hidden. Under the eaves, there were many bows and crossbows that had been strung, which showed that the Nalan family was well guarded.

"Haha, Master Xiao Ling, your coming here today really makes my humble home honored!" First a heroic laugh was heard, and then Nalan Su was seen walking out of the luxurious hall at the end of the alley, walking quickly towards them.

"Patriarch Nalan, you're welcome."

Seeing Nalan Su, the guard bowed to him and turned away. It seems that the Nalan family's mansion is deep inside and ordinary people cannot enter.

"Master Xiao Ling, please follow me. My father is in the inner room now."

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