Battle Through the Heavens: Xiao Yan, I am your second master.

"Greetings, Dean."

The two brothers bowed to Mang Tianchi.

Mang Tianchi waved his hand and said, "No need for that. The two little ones are quite good, two-star Dou Huang and five-star Dou Wang. They did not disgrace Canaan Academy. Keep up the good work."

"Yes!!"

Liu Tianlong and Liu Tianjiao never expected to receive praise from that dean.

"Dean, Brother Xiao Li, please come inside with me. I'll prepare some fine wine and food for you," Liu Tianlong said with a smile.

. . . . . .

"Ah~ Good wine." Xiao Li took a sip of the fine wine and could finally relax.

As the head of the family, Liu Tianlong was mindful of his image and didn't drink much, while Liu Tianjiao was already quite drunk.

"Brother Xiao Li, what brings you to Zhongzhou for your travels this time?" Liu Tianlong asked.

Xiao Li: "The dean gave me a task. As you all know, I am an alchemist. He asked me to participate in the Pill Gathering held by the Pill Tower this time."

"Danhui!"

Liu Tianlong and Liu Tianjiao immediately sobered up. As people from Zhongzhou, they knew the value of the Pill Gathering. They never expected that the Dean would give Xiao Li such a task.

Liu Tianjiao: "Brother, I remember back in the academy you were already a sixth-grade alchemist and could successfully refine the Douling Pill. You should be able to refine top-grade sixth-grade pills by now, right?"

Xiao Li smiled: "That's not right, guess again."

Liu Tianjiao: "Could it be that you are already a seventh-grade alchemist?"

Xiao Li nodded.

Liu Tianjiao was immediately stunned: "My God, brother, don't forget me when you become rich and powerful! From now on, you're my brother, my real brother!"

Liu Tianlong: #！！！

Xiao Li smiled and took out two jade bottles from his storage ring: "These are the Imperial Extreme Pill and the Fighting Spirit Pill. I'm so happy to see old friends today! Here you go."

"this...."

Chapter 78 Nitani Reaction

Liu Tianlong was about to refuse, but Xiao Li was already slumped on the table. Xiao Li liked to drink, but he couldn't hold his liquor and got drunk after only a few drinks.

"Brother, please accept it. You know Xiao Li's personality; he'll never ask for things back once he's given them. Since he's going to participate in the Pill Gathering, he'll definitely need to refine more medicine and practice more."

"Let's take out the medicinal herbs from our family collection and let Xiao Li practice. They're just sitting there anyway; let him refine them into pills."

Although Liu Tianjiao usually acts like a carefree scatterbrain, he is actually very shrewd. When Xiao Li entered the inner courtyard, it was at Liu Tianlong's invitation that he joined the Liu Gang.

Liu Tianlong also frequently went outside to find medicinal herbs for Xiao Li, and every few days he would team up with Xiao Li to hunt monsters in the back mountain of the inner courtyard. The two had always had a good relationship, and whenever other students tried to cause trouble, Liu Tianlong would be the first to step in and drive them away.

After graduating and taking over as head of the family, Liu Tianlong began to overthink things, often complicating matters to an excessive degree. Sometimes, he was not as clear-headed as his younger brother, Liu Tianjiao.

Liu Tianlong: "Understood. Let's talk about it after Xiao Li sobers up. As for the Pill Gathering, I have a feeling that Xiao Li will become famous throughout the continent after this gathering."

. . . . . .

the next morning,

"My head hurts so much. When did my alcohol tolerance become so low?"

Xiao Li rubbed his head and found himself lying on an exquisite bed.

Xiao Li slowly got up, pushed open the door, walked outside, and took a deep breath.

Before long, the servants of the Liu family gathered around to help Xiao Li wash up. They had been ordered that Xiao Li was a distinguished guest of the Liu family and should not be neglected, but treated with the highest courtesy.

After washing up, Xiao Li went to the main hall. He wanted to refine medicine, but he didn't know if the Liu family had a suitable place for it.

The main hall of the Liu family

At this moment, an elderly man with white hair and beard was sitting in the main seat, with Liu Tianlong and Liu Tianjiao standing beside him.

The elder in the lead said, "So, this student of yours is planning to participate in this alchemy gathering? Jiao'er wants to open the family treasure vault for him to practice on, right?"

"Yes." Liu Tianlong and Liu Tianjiao nodded at the same time. Sitting in front of them was the strongest person in the Liu family, the Liu family patriarch, a six-star Dou Zong, and also the two brothers' grandfather.

After pondering for a moment, the Liu family patriarch nodded: "Jiao'er did the right thing this time. A seventh-grade alchemist, and so young at that, our Liu family has no reason not to help him out."

I'll leave this to you guys. You're classmates, so it'll be easier for you to get along. This old man won't get involved.

Sigh~ A seventh-grade alchemist, someone even the Burning Flame Valley treats with respect, and he's so young, he'll surely become an eighth-grade alchemist in the future, is this what a genius is?

"By the way, gather the ingredients for the Zongyuan Pill, prepare three sets, no, five sets. Please ask this young friend to help me refine one Zongyuan Pill."

"No need for trouble, I have Zongyuan Pills here. Since they are elders of the Heavenly Dragon and Heavenly Flood Dragon, it's just one Zongyuan Pill anyway." Xiao Li walked in, having just overheard some conversation.

"Xiao Li."

"Xiao Li."

The patriarch of the Liu family stood up, clasped his hands in a fist salute to Xiao Li, and said, "Hehe, Master Xiao Li, I am Liu Kunsheng. You may call me Old Liu or Elder Liu."

Although Xiao Li is young and his cultivation level is only five-star Dou Huang, he is already a seventh-grade alchemist, which is enough for all Dou Zong powerhouses to treat him with respect.

"Elder Liu, you're too kind. I was just a bit lucky. I wanted to ask if there was a suitable place for alchemy? I'd like to practice my skills."

Xiao Li came here to refine medicine, since the Pill Gathering was approaching and he wanted to refine more pills to improve his skills.

"Yes, yes, Master, come with me. Tianlong, Tianjiao, go and prepare the necessary items." Liu Kunsheng led Xiao Li to a secluded place, which was originally his place for secluded cultivation, and then lent it to Xiao Li for alchemy.

"Thank you. Elder Liu, please don't address me as Master. You are the elder of Tianlong and Tianjiao. Just call me by my name." Xiao Li smiled.

"Alright, then I'll take your liberty." Liu Kunsheng had met many alchemists, and many of them liked to look down on people. This was the first time he had met such an easy-going seventh-grade alchemist.

Xiao Li placed a jade bottle into Liu Kunsheng's hand: "Elder Liu, this is the Zongyuan Pill. I have troubled you a lot these past few days and have also wasted so many years of your Liu family's collection. This is just a small token of my gratitude."

Liu Kunsheng wanted to refuse, but he had no reason to refuse; Zongyuan Dan was simply too tempting for him.

Liu Kunsheng took a deep breath: "Young friend Xiao Li, if you encounter any problems in the future, just come to me. I will risk my life to help you!"

Xiao Li: "Then thank you very much, Elder Liu."

Suddenly, Liu Kunsheng thought of something and asked, "Young friend, would you like me to help you deal with the Pill Lightning? It's not easy to resist."

Xiao Li shook his head: "No need, I have a way to resist the pill lightning, thank you for your kindness, Elder Liu."

. . . . . .

What followed was Xiao Li's immersive alchemy session.

Boom——

It had been a long time since anyone in Tianhuang City had seen Dan Lei, which led all the families, big and small, in the city to search for this mysterious seventh-grade alchemist, until they discovered that Dan Lei was gathering at the Liu family.

Cheng family,

"Damn it! How could the Liu family allow a seventh-grade alchemist to stay there and refine pills! If the Liu family rises to prominence, wouldn't my Cheng family be doomed?"

The current head of the Cheng family slammed his hand on the table, tearing it to pieces. As mortal enemies, the Cheng family naturally did not want the Liu family to surpass them.

"Patriarch, a seventh-grade alchemist is always focused on the cauldron when refining pills, so why don't we..."

"Watch your words! This is the Central Region. Are you trying to bring ruin upon my Cheng family by plotting to murder a seventh-grade alchemist in Tianhuang City?"

"What should I do?"

The head of the Cheng family sighed: "Let's wait and see. First, let's find out who that seventh-grade alchemist is."

Information about a seventh-grade alchemist began to circulate among the many families in Tianhuang City, but few knew much about him. The Liu family strictly controlled information about Xiao Li.

All that Tianhuang City knew was that the Liu family had a seventh-grade alchemist, but they didn't even know if he was male or female.

Soon the news of Tianhuang City spread and circulated in several surrounding cities.

Blazing Mountains, Burning Valley

"What? A seventh-grade alchemist has appeared in Tianhuang City? Judging from the power of his alchemy lightning, he seems to be refining a mid-grade seventh-grade pill?"

A thin, red-haired old man dressed in red linen clothes asked in confusion.

This man is Tang Zhen, the Valley Master of Burning Flame Valley! A four-star Dou Zun!

"Valley Master, it's absolutely true. I personally went to see it, and the power of its pill lightning is indeed at the mid-level of the seventh rank!" a Dou Zong elder reported.

“In that case, I must go and see. Such a person should not be unknown. Moreover, with the Pill Gathering approaching, this person may want to participate in the Pill Gathering,” Tang Zhen said, stroking his beard.

“It’s very likely. Valley Master, shall we go and take a look?” the Second Elder said.

"Ah."

. . . . . .

Tianyin Mountains

The environment here is lush and green, full of vitality, and pleasant music plays from time to time, making this place not only pleasing to the eye but also particularly charming.

On this vibrant land, the headquarters of Otogaku, one of the three valleys, is located.

"Reporting to the Valley Master, in Tianhuang City within the territory of Burning Flame Valley, there is a manifestation of pill lightning, which is suspected to be a mid-level seventh-grade alchemist refining pills."

A woman in a light purple dress bowed to the figure behind the screen and spoke.

"Understood." A pleasant and melodious voice came from behind.

Chapter 79

The figure behind the screen sat cross-legged on a futon, with a guzheng lying horizontally in front of him. The guzheng seemed to be made of precious wood and was carved with phoenix patterns.

The beautiful woman playing the zither was dressed in an exquisite purple palace gown, her skin as smooth as jade. Her satin-black hair cascaded down her shoulders, and a purple veil covered her face, obscuring her true features, but her bright eyes were large and clear.

On her neck, which resembled white jade, hung a strange necklace, with an ancient and unique storage ring attached to it.

From a distance, this beautiful woman appears tall and slender, with a graceful and ethereal figure, making her seem like a fairy untouched by worldly concerns, as if from a dream.

This beautiful woman is Su Wanyin, the Valley Master of Yin Valley, a Five-Star Dou Zun.

"Tianhuang City, a seventh-grade alchemist? In that case, why don't you go out and explore?" Su Wanyin's clear and melodious voice rang out.

"Yes."

. . . . . .

Tianhuang City, Liu Family

These days, Xiao Li has been constantly honing his alchemy skills. There are still a few months before the Pill Gathering begins, and he's striving to get a good ranking. What if he wins the championship? After all, honor is reserved for those who are prepared.

Mang Tianchi sat near Xiao Li, holding a wine pot in his hand, watching Xiao Li refine medicine.

"This kid's alchemy skills have improved again. He's a genius. He might not be very good at fighting, but when it comes to alchemy, even the top juniors in the Medicine Clan probably can't keep up with his progress."

Mang Tianchi sighed. Ever since Xiao Li was able to refine seventh-grade pills, Mang Tianchi had been observing him from the sidelines. Only he knew just how rapid Xiao Li's progress had been.

Xiao Li stood up and stretched: "Ah~ I'm so tired. I've finally made up for the previous losses. The Liu family has quite a collection, even eighth-order magic cores. Impressive."

Mang Tianchi: "Nonsense, although the Liu family is only a Dou Zong family, where is this? The Central Region of Zhongzhou, this place is very rich. The Liu family and the Cheng family take turns controlling the space wormhole."

This wormhole is incredibly lucrative. If one side manages to occupy it for too long, it will definitely disrupt the balance between the two. Don't underestimate Zhongzhou!

Xiao Li stretched and yawned: "No wonder it's the center of the continent."

Whoosh!

Suddenly, Liu Kunsheng appeared there, his expression grave.

"What's wrong with Elder Liu? Why does he look so pale?" Xiao Li also noticed Liu Kunsheng's expression.

"Young friend Xiao Li, Valley Master Tang of Burning Flame Valley and Valley Master Su of Sound Valley have arrived. They specifically requested to see you," Liu Kunsheng said solemnly.

"They want to see me? I don't know them at all, why do they want to see me?" Xiao Li was very puzzled. Could it be that he made too much noise while refining pills?

But that shouldn't be the case. Is it worth the two leaders of the Three Valleys personally coming here when I'm just a mere seventh-grade alchemist?

"Then take me to meet the two seniors." Xiao Li wanted to rest for a while, so he went to see what was going on.

“Alright, Senior Mang, please follow me, young friend.” Liu Kunsheng led the way.

This is the main hall of the Liu family.

"Su Wanyin, what brings you here? This is the territory of my Burning Flame Valley, you've overstepped your bounds!" Tang Zhen shouted at the woman in front of him, who looked like a celestial being.

Su Wanyin quietly took a sip of tea, then looked at Tang Zhen: "This Valley Master can go wherever she wants. You, Tang Zhen, can't control me? Or do you, Tang Zhen, want to stretch your muscles with me?"