Chapter 162: Chapter 161 - Renowned Across Central Plains!
Boom!
In an instant, the overwhelming medicinal powers of different attributes suddenly came into contact and started a violent conflict. Intense energy ripples spread out, causing the flames to vibrate and the cauldron to shake.
However, under Jiang Yun's control, things eventually stabilized. Inside the cauldron appeared a bright green radiance, its strange brilliance flowing and emitting a divine wave.
"Gathering Spirit!"
Jiang Yun's eyes lit up as the soul power from his pinnacle spiritual realm burst forth with full force. In his perception of the 'world,' numerous stars of light frantically surged toward the medicinal liquid, gradually merging with it.
With the continuous infusion of spiritual power, the mass of bright green medicinal liquid pulsed rhythmically, as if it were a beating heart.
"Jiang Yun has succeeded!" As Jiang Yun entered the final stage, Little Doctor Immortal, who had been watching with bated breath, finally breathed a sigh of relief. Reaching this stage indicated a ninety percent success rate for this pill; the rest was just a matter of patient waiting.
Three days later.
Jiang Yun, with his eyes closed, slowly opened his star-like eyes. Inside the cauldron, a white flame was surrounding a cyan pill, floating incessantly within the fire.
A gleam flashed in Jiang Yun's eyes as a crisp 'humming' sound resonated from the myriad-beast cauldron, spreading outward with an overwhelming momentum.
Accompanying it was an exceptionally dense medicinal aura that burst forth like a volcano from the cauldron.
With a "boom," the cauldron lid was directly blown off, and a cyan pillar of light shot up into the sky.
Within the pillar of light, a cyan bird soared up, emitting an astonishing energy wave.
Almost instantly, attracted by such a dense medicinal aura, the sky quickly gathered dark clouds.
In the Holy Pill City, countless alchemists simultaneously looked up!
At that moment, the entire city could see it, and the terrifying energy wave contained within made many powerful practitioners tremble.
Numerous eyes were fixed on this spot, filled with excitement, desire, and greed...
"Rumblings!"
In the slightly warm sky, the dull sound of thunder suddenly echoed in the sky.
"This is... the wave of a Pill Thunder?"
"Pill Thunder? Has a tier-seven pill been born?"
Countless gazes hurriedly shifted upward, seeing a dark cloud that had somehow formed in the sky. Yet, from within this cloud came the low rumbling sound of thunder, clearly a sign of a forming Pill Thunder.
However, a few highly skilled alchemists, gazing at the skyward light pillar, appeared shocked; they knew better the terrifying pill contained within that light.
Moreover, the cyan bird clearly indicated the method of materializing an item to contain the pill, requiring extremely precise control of fire and soul power, a technique barely attainable even for tier-eight alchemists.
"Boom!!!"
The force of the heavens madly converged towards this place, changing the wind and clouds, garnering everyone's attention as the thunderclouds rapidly gathered from all directions.
"This doesn't seem like the wave of a tier-seven pill?"
"I had the fortune to witness a Pill Tower elder create a tier-eight pill; this is undoubtedly the birth of a tier-eight pill. Which elder of the Pill Tower is making a move?"
Seeing the increasingly terrifying Pill Thunder, everyone came back to their senses, staring in shock at the sky.
A tier-eight pill.
In the streets, on rooftops, and in the sky, figures flew toward this place, restlessly trying to get closer.
At this moment, everyone's expressions changed because a terrifying space seal appeared within a radius of ten thousand meters around Jiang Yun's room, making everyone shiver as if one step forward meant certain death.
"From now until the pill's emergence, no one shall come near. Violators... will be killed!"
A cold and indifferent voice seemed to sound in everyone's ears, and despite its plain tone, it sent chills down their spines.
Looking from afar, a graceful white silhouette stood silently in mid-air, with a pair of Dou Qi wings on her back, indicating the visitor's strength. But that earlier feeling was certainly not something a mere Dou Huang could possess.
Mysterious identity, a terrifying protector, and a peerless beauty as an attendant?
Everyone silently marked this mysterious alchemist as someone not to be provoked lightly.
At the center of Holy Pill City stood a nearly hundred-zhang black tower piercing the clouds, appearing extraordinarily mysterious amidst the surrounding mist.
At this moment, three figures silently stood at the tower's peak.
These three were the Pill Tower's three leaders: Xuan Kong Zi, Xuan Yi, and Tian Lei Zi. The significant commotion caused by Jiang Yun naturally drew their attention.
Seeing the gathering crowd below, Xuan Kong Zi smiled, "It's been a while since it was this lively!"
Xuan Yi nodded, then looked at the Pill Thunder still gathering energy with a light smile, "What color Pill Thunder do you think it will be?"
Xuan Kong Zi and Tian Lei Zi pondered for a moment before Xuan Kong Zi spoke first, "I haven't seen this pill before, but judging from the spiritual waves, it should at least be a four-color Pill Thunder!"
"I've the same thought as Xuan Kong Zi. But I guess it's five-color!" Tian Lei Zi nodded, his deep voice echoing.
"Four, five-colored Pill Thunder... It's been a while since I've seen one. I wonder which old friend is crafting it?"
Xuan Kong Zi and Tian Lei Zi also curiously looked toward the distant thunderclouds.
"Boom!!!"
Without keeping the crowd waiting, deafening thunder roared. In an instant, six colors appeared, changing the wind and clouds, affecting the surrounding hundred li, exuding a suppressive ambiance.
"Six-color Pill Thunder!" The three exclaimed, their eyes flashing with surprise.
"This is bad. The power of a six-color Pill Thunder is too great; if it falls within Holy Pill City, it could cause unnecessary casualties!"
Instantly, Xuan Kong Zi's expression changed. The next moment, he tore through space, disappearing beside Xuan Yi and Tian Lei Zi.
"Six colors Pill Thunder!"
Likewise, many in Holy Pill City saw this scene, cheering and shouting, shaking the entire city. Under numerous excited gazes, the six-color Pill Thunder tribulation cloud hung in the sky.
Jiang Yun's figure unexpectedly appeared beside Little Doctor Immortal. Looking up at the rolling thunderclouds, he glanced at Little Doctor Immortal and said, "You step back, I'll handle this Pill Thunder. Hmm? Seems like we've got help."
A gentle smile played on Jiang Yun's lips, "It appears unnecessary; someone has arrived to assist us!"
"Rip—"
Xuan Kong Zi's figure appeared in front of the two. Seeing the young Jiang Yun, a look of astonishment flashed in Xuan Kong Zi's eyes, praising, "Indeed, there are talented people in every generation. Young friend, summoning a six-color Pill Thunder at such a young age!"
"President Xuan Kong Zi, let's deal with the Pill Thunder first, we can talk afterward!" Jiang Yun looked at the token on Xuan Kong Zi's waist, cupped his hands, then glanced at the near-ready Pill Thunder in the sky.
As his words fell, with a "boom," a six-color lightning bolt swiftly descended, roaring furiously, striking toward the cyan bird.
A destructive aura swept in, tearing through space with a terrifying hiss, surging downward.
As the Pill Thunder fell, Xuan Kong Zi had no time for thought, raising his hand for a rip. Instantly, a terrifying power surged, tearing the sky apart, and the Pill Thunder was shredded by the released terrifying spatial force of Xuan Kong Zi.
With Xuan Kong Zi's 'worker' making a move, Jiang Yun was more than happy to relax, watching the display of his might. The six-color Pill Thunder posed no threat to this nine-rotation Dou Zun.
In a short time, the Pill Thunder struck hundreds of times!
Boom!
A deafening roar echoed again, yet no more thunder descended. Instead, the already thin thundercloud dissipated completely.
In mid-air.
The cyan pill spun and rolled, bursting with medicinal aura, surrounding and manifesting into a lifelike little cyan bird.
Within its large eyes, a sense of joy emerged. Then, its wings flapped, hastily flying in a random direction like lightning.
The higher the level of the pill, the greater its sentience, close to human intelligence. It knew Jiang Yun as its creator, who could also be its destroyer.
Survival is an instinct for every living being, so the first reaction of a newly formed pill was always to escape.
Seeing the pill flying away, those around began to stir restlessly!
"Hehe, where do you think you're going?" At this moment, Jiang Yun's calm voice sounded, an overwhelming pressure erupting from his body. Everyone looked on in fear.
They unexpectedly faced a Dou Zun expert!
Everyone sobered up, realizing this was not something they could covet.
Before Jiang Yun's voice even faded, ripples appeared along the escape route of the little cyan bird, and a giant hand emerged. A complex pattern formed in its palm, dispersing the little cyan bird, turning it back into a cyan pill.
Putting the pill away, Jiang Yun cupped his hands toward Xuan Kong Zi, "Thank you, President Xuan Kong Zi, for your assistance!"
"No need, I was merely protecting Holy Pill City. But, might I ask, what pill is this? I've never heard of it!" Xuan Kong Zi stroked his beard, admiringly looking at Jiang Yun, unable to contain his curiosity.
With Xuan Kong Zi's inquiry, everyone around perked up their ears, curious about what pill Jiang Yun had crafted.
Jiang Yun chuckled, saying, "This is a modified version of the Revered Ancestor Pill, named the Revered King Pill. It can elevate a Dou Zun by two stars, with a chance of three stars!"
"Phew"
With Jiang Yun's words, everyone fell silent. The following moment, countless fiery gazes were directed at Jiang Yun and the pill in his hand!
"Is this true?" Xuan Kong Zi's heart shook, not just because of the six-colored Pill Thunder pill created by Jiang Yun, but also due to its effects.
If true, this pill would drive all of Central Plains mad, and Jiang Yun's doorstep would be trampled flat.
"Is the Pill Tower interested in testing the pill?" Jiang Yun played with the pill in his hand, smiling as he looked at Xuan Kong Zi.
"Ha ha ha, since the young friend is so generous, the Pill Tower couldn't possibly be stingy!" Xuan Kong Zi was slightly taken aback but then laughed heartily.
Then, under countless eager gazes, Jiang Yun and Little Doctor Immortal followed Xuan Kong Zi to the Pill Tower headquarters.
After the trio departed, news of Jiang Yun and the Revered King Pill spread rapidly across Central Plains. Countless people set off for Holy Pill City upon receiving the news.
By this time, Jiang Yun was introduced to numerous Pill Tower elders by Xuan Kong Zi, including the two Pill Tower leaders, Xuan Yi and Tian Lei Zi.
The Pill Tower ultimately offered a sincere price in exchange for Jiang Yun's Revered King Pill.
A brand-new pill was extremely precious to them, both in medicinal theory and alchemy methods, possibly providing breakthroughs.
Afterward, Jiang Yun engaged in discussions on alchemy with many Pill Tower elders. Each elder, with unique alchemical legacies and extensive experience, provided Jiang Yun numerous insights.
Simultaneously, Jiang Yun astounded everyone, absorbing their knowledge rapidly like a sponge and offering innovative ideas, making the elders feel the pressure of a prodigious student.
As Jiang Yun continued his discussions in the Pill Tower, news of the Revered King Pill fermented. Especially after a Pill Tower elder advanced from a six-star Dou Zun to a nine-star Dou Zun post-refinement, the pill's fame soared.
Consequently, Jiang Yun became highly sought after, with more and more Dou Zun waiting outside the Pill Tower for an audience.
Some even offered mid-tier Dou techniques just for a meeting with Jiang Yun, exhibiting utter madness.
Jiang Yun had become the most trending figure in Central Plains.
On this day, a group of people arrived at Jiang Yun's residence.
Leading them was one of the eight elders of the Pill Tower, the old patriarch of the Cao family. Following behind were Cao Cheng, and a pale-faced, suffering Cao Xuan.
Of course, the most eye-catching figure was a graceful lady.
The lady had an elegantly tall figure, wearing a black dress exuding a cold arrogance, flawless skin as white as snow, and her three-thousand strands of black hair casually draped over her fragrant shoulders. Despite her slightly gaunt cheeks, they were exceedingly delicate, akin to porcelain, making one unable to avert their eyes.
Her long, somewhat lazy eyes gazed around, exuding a seductive charm, captivating all who met her gaze.
When Jiang Yun appeared, a soft curve lifted at her slender lips, and in that instant, the already beautiful face brimmed with enchantment.
Though still young, with a hint of youthfulness between her brows, this juxtaposition of innocence and allure only added to her charm.
Seeing the visitors, Jiang Yun's face bore a faint smile as he chuckled, "So, it's Elder Cao gracing us with his presence, huh?" (End of Chapter)
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