Capítulo 163: Chapter 162: Branch Hall of the Soul Hall!
Seeing this, Elder Cao's face revealed a smile. He looked at Jiang Yun with a friendly expression. Over this period, Jiang Yun had won the favor of numerous elders from the Alchemy Tower.
Moreover, in private, there were even sighs of regret among them, wishing he were their descendant.
As one of the figures involved in this exchange, Elder Cao knew better than outsiders just how terrifying Jiang Yun was. So, upon learning that the one in conflict with the Cao family was Jiang Yun, Elder Cao immediately led his people over.
"Elder Cao, why are you here today?" Jiang Yun smiled, looking at the other party with a face full of puzzlement, completely ignoring Cao Xuan, who stood at a distance and with whom he had a brief encounter.
Seeing this, Cao Xuan's face turned red with anger, but a sharp pain from his mind quickly brought him back to his senses. Jiang Yun was not someone he could offend, nor was he someone the Cao family could afford to provoke.
"Useless thing, hurry over and apologize to Master Jiang Yun!"
Hearing Jiang Yun's inquiry, Elder Cao's face changed and he angrily berated Cao Xuan from a distance.
Cao Xuan, pale-faced and trembling, walked over, knelt before Jiang Yun with a plop, and respectfully said, "Master Jiang, Cao Xuan knows he was wrong!"
Jiang Yun looked indifferently at Cao Xuan, who was prostrating himself, showing no reaction.
Elder Cao secretly cursed the little fox in his heart, took out a scroll of a pill recipe he carried with him, and, smiling, said, "Jiang Xiao Friend's alchemy skills are remarkable. Coincidentally, my Cao family has a treasured eighth-grade pill recipe. Some parts of it we haven't been able to comprehend, and we hope Jiang Xiao Friend can correct it for us!"
As his words fell, Elder Cao waved his hand, and the scroll in his hand floated towards Jiang Yun at the doorway, guided by soul power.
Jiang Yun extended his hand, gently catching the scroll. He glanced at the kindly smiling Elder Cao, played with the scroll, and said, "I dare not act arrogantly in front of Elder Cao. Let us research it together!"
He then looked at Cao Xuan and said, "Consider this a small punishment. The Alchemy Tower still has enemies, and the Cao family hasn't reached a point of lawlessness!"
Hearing Jiang Yun's slightly dismissive words, some of Cao Ying's group frowned. However, Elder Cao showed no dissatisfaction, looking at the calm Jiang Yun, and secretly speculated in his heart.
It seemed Jiang Yun was not a rogue cultivator without any background. His background might be even more terrifying than the Cao family, possibly not inferior to the Alchemy Tower.
A thought arose in his mind as he glanced at the petite, beautiful Xiao Yixian next to Jiang Yun and then at his own charming granddaughter, feeling a sudden inspiration.
Jiang Yun paid no attention to their reactions. He pointed with his finger, and the flame burning within Cao Xuan immediately disintegrated, turning into tiny sparks that dissipated within his body.
"Mmm!"
Cao Xuan made a muffled groan, feeling his body recover. He looked gratefully at Jiang Yun and bowed, saying, "Thank you, Master Jiang, for your guidance!"
Jiang Yun waved his hand, considering the matter closed.
Seeing Jiang Yun seemed uninterested in keeping them as guests, even with other thoughts in mind, Elder Cao knew better. It wasn't the right time, so he immediately bid farewell and left with Cao Ying and the others.
As for the previously mentioned correction of the pill recipe, nobody brought it up again. It was merely a pretext to give both parties a way out.
The Cao family didn't want to offend the mysterious prodigy Jiang Yun, and Jiang Yun didn't want to sour relations with the Alchemy Tower over the trivial matters of the Cao family, so this matter was lightly brushed aside.
The next day, Tianhuo Zunzhe (Venerable Tianhuo) also arrived. Jiang Yun immediately entrusted him with handling the various alchemy requests.
Over the next year, Jiang Yun stayed in the Alchemy Tower, sometimes discussing alchemy with several eighth-grade alchemists, sometimes guiding Xiao Yixian in her alchemy, leading a leisurely and carefree life.
During this period, Jiang Yun also chose and refined several rare medicinal pills, successfully creating a few eighth-grade pills.
With the release of these pills, everyone gave him a thumbs-up. Not only did he complete every request with 100% success, but his efficiency was also unmatched, and the quality was exceptional, causing Jiang Yun's reputation to soar.
Moreover, Jiang Yun was young, and what was even rarer was his substantial cultivation. Central Plains had already begun to spread rumors that he had the potential to become a Saint Alchemist.
Vaguely, he had the title of the number one prodigy in Central Plains!
...
In the inner region of the Saint Pill City, atop a picturesque mountain, a graceful woman in white was quietly tending to the various flowers and plants before her.
"Xiao Yixian, I've finally refined the Royal Extreme Pill!"
At this moment, an excited voice came from afar. Xiao Yixian withdrew her Dou Qi (Battle Energy), a trace of helplessness flashing in her eyes.
Unable to sense the Bodhi Ancient Tree, Xiao Yixian spent most of her time in this herb field, keeping company with countless medicinal plants. Her wood-attribute Dou Qi, due to the bodhi body's nectar, was even more in harmony with these plants.
In the herb field, she not only took better care of the plants but also cultivated faster, thanks to her unique talent.
As for how she appeared in the Alchemy Tower's herb field, over the year, both she and Jiang Yun had joined the Alchemy Tower, becoming guest officials rather than elders.
Such a life was what she had longed for, but hearing the voice from afar, a trace of helplessness appeared in her eyes.
The next moment, a pair of hands encircled her slender waist, and shortly after, a thrilled voice whispered in her ear.
"Xiao Yixian, I can now refine the Royal Extreme Pill. Just wait; soon, I'll reach seventh-grade and won't let you outpace me too much!"
Feeling the hands misbehaving at her waist, Xiao Yixian's body trembled. She struck back at the same time, lightly floating into the air the next moment and quietly looking at Cao Ying.
"I've told you many times, don't touch my waist!"
Cao Ying, who had just been pushed several steps back by Xiao Yixian, completely ignored Xiao Yixian's words, instead staring in shock at her, exclaiming, "You...you've broken through to Dou Zong!"
Seeing Xiao Yixian's breakthrough, Cao Ying's heart tightened. The joy of refining the Royal Extreme Pill quickly dissipated. She and Xiao Yixian had both been at the peak of Dou Huang (Battle Emperor) and Dou Wang (Battle King), but now Xiao Yixian had advanced first.
Though her cultivation talent had always been somewhat average compared to her alchemy talent and she hadn't minded before as long as her cultivation kept pace, things had changed now.
Not to mention Jiang Yun, who was like a version cheat code, even Xiao Yixian, her newly recognized close friend, was progressing rapidly in both alchemy and cultivation.
As a fellow woman, this naturally sparked a competitive spirit in her.
However, seeing Xiao Yixian breakthrough in both alchemy and cultivation made Cao Ying feel the pressure.
What kind of bad luck was this, knowing these two geniuses?
Under the repeated stimuli from Jiang Yun and Xiao Yixian, Cao Ying, who had been hailed as a genius since birth, was now almost on the verge of depression.
Yet, Xiao Yixian had clearly underestimated Cao Ying's resilience. After a brief moment of frustration, she quickly regained her composure and fighting spirit.
"I will catch up soon!"
"Oh, by the way, where is Master Jiang? I don't see him." Saying this, Cao Ying looked around curiously.
Seeing this, Xiao Yixian rubbed her temples in exasperation. Over the past year, Cao Ying had come very frequently, with a clear target in mind, always heading straight for Jiang Yun.
This made Xiao Yixian both worried and helpless!
A year ago, Jiang Yun had embarrassed the Cao family. As the leader of this generation, Cao Ying's frequent visits to Jiang Yun were fully supported by the Cao family instead of being rebuked.
That Elder Cao was always enthusiastic whenever he saw Jiang Yun, and with his arrival, Cao Ying followed several times.
The implications of this were clear even to a fool.
Even Xiao Yixian, as a shield, couldn't diminish their enthusiasm, making her feel both helpless and powerless!
The most crucial point was that the Cao family hadn't directly stated their intentions, using a slow and subtle approach. Jiang Yun couldn't explicitly reject them.
He couldn't restrict their freedom, especially since Xuankongzi was also Cao Ying's teacher.
In such situations, Medusa was more effective. Without needing to do anything, just standing beside Jiang Yun, most ordinary women wouldn't dare approach.
"Senior Tianhuo is here; they are discussing things inside!" Despite her helplessness, Xiao Yixian gently explained, looking toward a bamboo house deep within the herb field.
Pointing at the yellowed map on the stone table, Venerable Tianhuo softly said, "Based on the information provided by the young master, combined with intelligence from the Alchemy Tower, I've already scouted these locations. These are most likely where the branch halls of the Soul Hall are located."
Jiang Yun's gaze followed the direction indicated by Venerable Tianhuo on the map. Nodding, he softly said, "Understood. You don't need to manage this. Continue investigating the remaining Net Lotus Demon Flame map fragments. Especially keep an eye on the Third Sect."
The so-called Third Sect refers to the largest black market in the Dou Qi continent, the host of the Space Trading Conference.
People only know that the Black-Corner Region is the most chaotic place on the Dou Qi continent, hosting a massive black market. However, the Space Trading Conference is the most top-tier black market on the Dou Qi continent.
It is jointly organized by the Earth-Walking Sect, Skymyst Sect, and Treasure-Appraisal Mountain.
On the surface, the Central Plains has one hall, one tower, two sects, three valleys, and four pavilions. However, the secret factions are countless. The power of the Third Sect is not to be underestimated, even by forces like the Blazing Flame Valley or Sky Serene Sect.
The remaining map fragments of the Net Lotus Demon Flame were to appear after more than ten years, but Jiang Yun had no intention of waiting.
Only a last wisp of soul remained of the Net Lotus Demon Saint. Since tackling one problem was the same as handling two, Jiang Yun even considered trying to revive both the Net Lotus Demon Saint and the Yellow Springs Demon Saint if possible.
If ultimately no leads were found, that was simply fate.
"Yes!" Venerable Tianhuo respectfully looked at Jiang Yun's back, feeling the frightening aura constantly emanating from his body, his heart shivering.
This young man before him had become even more unfathomable. What others considered bottlenecks seemed non-existent for him; his cultivation seemingly skyrocketed without limits.
A year ago, Jiang Yun was a Five-Star Dou Zun (Battle Sage). Now, nobody knew just how strong he had become.
With the backing of the Ancient Dragon Clan and his own monstrous talent, it was unimaginable how bright his future could be. All Venerable Tianhuo could do now was tightly cling to Jiang Yun's thigh.
After Venerable Tianhuo left, Jiang Yun quietly stared at the map on the table.
A silent Soul Hall is not a good Soul Hall.
The Soul Mountain Range, located in the northwest region of Central Plains, was notoriously dangerous. Legend has it, countless battles erupted here long ago, with unknown numbers of corpses buried under its soil.
This place was shrouded in dense natural cold energy, enveloping the mountains in mist year-round. In this fog, even soul perception was impaired. Reckless individuals might get trapped and perish within these mountains.
It was a forsaken land, avoided by everyone; a perfect spot for the Soul Hall.
But if it were Jiang Yun choosing a base, he would definitely not pick such a sparsely populated place. Such villain-like bases were the most suspicious.
If it were him, he would set up the base within the Alchemy Domain and plant a few moles in the Alchemy Tower, an unexpected strategy.
In the misty forest, the white fog blocked vision. In this environment, visibility was incredibly low, even soul perception, without strong soul power, couldn't extend beyond a hundred meters.
"Rip—"
Suddenly, a pitch-black space rift appeared, out stepping a black figure.
The figure blurred for a moment, then slowly dispersed. Behind him, the space rift gradually vanished as if it had all been an illusion.
Not far away, on a slope, the black-robed figure reappeared, gazing at the distant giant valley.
Inside the valley, a colossal black hall stood, like a primordial beast lying low, emanating a terrifying, bone-chilling aura. The surrounding space around it seemed to twist unnaturally.
Jiang Yun's gaze penetrated the outer space barrier, sensing the aura within, and he muttered, "Four Dou Zun, dozens of Dou Zong. The Soul Hall has positioned quite the force here!"
At the same time, a subtle, invisible spatial fluctuation spread out, enveloping the black hall in an instant, severing all outside connections.
Sensing the protection set by Zhufeng, Jiang Yun chuckled softly and walked towards the giant hall.
Although this branch hall could be easily destroyed with a single blow from Zhufeng, he chose to act personally. The Ancient Dragon Clan was an ace up his sleeve, and its current state was unknown to everyone.
Since the ancient emperor clans have chosen to ignore the Ancient Dragon Clan, let them continue to do so for now!
"Boom—"
In the silent mountain range, space suddenly quivered violently, the pitch-black sky cracking open as a gigantic energy hand seemed to pierce through from beyond space.
"Enemy attack—"
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