Chapter 397: A Treasure Worth a City, Elder Yao Loses His Cool!

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Just then, outside the cave, a powerful aura descended from above.

Bo Haidong hurriedly arrived, his face showing deep respect as he gazed reverently at Shui Wuya. Bowing with utmost deference, he said, "Master, I have gathered all the necessary elixirs and have now returned."

Shui Wuya nodded slightly.

Standing before Shui Wuya, Bo Haidong's expression turned solemn as he declared, "Master, I have also collected some rare treasures, hoping they will please you."

Despite feeling reluctant to part with them, he didn't hesitate to present the items he had painstakingly selected from his family's treasure vault, offering them all to Shui Wuya.

Opening his storage ring, he began taking out one treasure after another. Each item shimmered brightly, emanating a dazzling light. Every piece was of priceless value and exceedingly rare.

Shui Wuya glanced at the treasures in Bo Haidong's hands and nodded slightly. "Bo Haidong, I accept your gesture of loyalty."

Hearing this, Bo Haidong felt a surge of relief and quickly replied, "Master, you're too kind. These are but modest offerings."

Elder Yao couldn't help but chime in, "These treasures are far from modest. Judging by their quality, each piece is worth a fortune."

Xiao Yan also commented, "Indeed. Gathering treasures like these is no small feat; the Mittel Clan truly lives up to its status as one of the four great families of the royal city."

The Little Fairy Doctor smiled faintly, "Yes, Lord Bo Haidong has certainly spared no expense for the sake of his master."

Receiving the praise, Bo Haidong's face showed a hint of pride, and he promptly replied, "These treasures are but a small token of my humble efforts. If Master accepts them, I will be truly satisfied."

"Bo Haidong, I acknowledge your loyalty. Although I may not have immediate use for these treasures, they can be saved for Xiao Yan to aid him in his cultivation. Your intent is well noted."

Hearing Shui Wuya's words, Bo Haidong was overjoyed and quickly bowed deeply, "Thank you, Master, for your kindness."

Shui Wuyah then turned to Xiao Yan, speaking calmly, "Xiao Yan, you may make full use of these treasures in the future, using them to acquire medicinal herbs that will enhance your cultivation."

Overjoyed by this instruction, Xiao Yan knew the immense value of these treasures. Being able to acquire more precious herbs would be tremendously beneficial to his training.

He immediately knelt down and offered a formal salute, "Thank you, Master. I will make the best use of these treasures and will not let you down."

Shui Wuya nodded approvingly as he observed the scene, pleased with his decision.

Turning his gaze back to Bo Haidong, he said, "Bo Haidong, your dedication to me has not gone unnoticed. I will remember your intentions."

Upon hearing this, Bo Haidong's heart filled with joy, and he expressed his gratitude with misty eyes, "Thank you, Master, for your trust. I will fulfill my duties without fail."

Afterward, Bo Haidong drew another pouch from his storage ring, filled with a variety of precious herbs, and laid it on the ground, presenting it to everyone present.

The herbs emitted a gentle, fragrant aroma, as if imbued with the spirit of an ethereal paradise, enchanting all who beheld them.

"Master, these are the rare herbs I gathered through extensive effort."

Bo Haidong spoke respectfully.

Shui Wuya nodded slightly, secretly pleased; acquiring this "Ice Emperor" truly had been a shortcut to success.

These herbs were, without a doubt, rare treasures that couldn't ordinarily be purchased and would greatly enhance everyone's cultivation progress.

"These herbs are of exceptional quality and can be used to craft various elixirs, which will be incredibly beneficial to our cultivation," said Elder Yao, his voice filled with admiration.

At the sight of these herbs, Elder Yao's eyes sparkled with anticipation as he instinctively reached out, itching to start refining pills on the spot.

"These herbs are immensely valuable, with the potential to produce numerous precious elixirs. Bo Haidong, you have truly outdone yourself," he said, deeply moved.

Bo Haidong smiled humbly, responding with high emotional intelligence, "Not at all; it is my honor to serve the master."

Xiao Yan and the Little Fairy Doctor were left in stunned awe by the herbs, astonished by their sheer value and imagining that they could likely buy an entire city. Such generosity left them utterly speechless.

Elder Yao's gaze lingered on the priceless herbs, his desire for pill-refinement blazing within him, nearly impossible to contain. His fingers trembled slightly, on the verge of action, yet he reminded himself that these offerings were intended for Shui Wuya and not his to handle freely.

Just then, Shui Wuya smiled and turned to Elder Yao, speaking softly, "Elder Yao, please proceed."

Hearing this, Elder Yao's eyes sparkled with delight, and he nodded his thanks, gratitude evident in his expression.

Immediately, he gestured for Xiao Yan to bring out the alchemical furnace and begin preparations for pill refining.

Xiao Yan promptly retrieved a furnace from his storage ring, placing it on the ground and readying it for Elder Yao's use. He was filled with eager anticipation, excited to witness the wonders of alchemy firsthand.

Elder Yao, looking serious and focused, peered deeply into the furnace. His fingers grazed each herb delicately as if feeling their essence and unique properties.

He started by selecting several crystalline spirit herbs, their gentle fragrance filling the stone chamber.

Carefully, he placed them into the furnace and then closed his eyes, channeling the art of pill refinement. His fingers lightly traced the furnace's surface, sending a stream of profound energy from his body, merging it like a steady current into the furnace.

A faint blue glow illuminated the furnace, and a fragrant medicinal aroma wafted through the air, filling the chamber with a mysterious atmosphere.

Next, Elder Yao withdrew more rare spirit herbs, each one releasing dazzling light, reminiscent of a celestial scene.

He added them into the furnace one by one with gentle, practiced movements as though engaged in a harmonious exchange with the herbs.

Under his careful guidance, the furnace's flame gradually intensified, melting the herbs and releasing a rich aroma. The energy within the furnace swirled, extracting the essence of the herbs and condensing it into transparent pills.

As the pills took shape, they emitted a radiant glow, sparkling like stars.

Elder Yao's brow furrowed slightly as he made fine adjustments to the heat and energy flow within the furnace, ensuring each pill reached an ideal state.

The alchemical process went on for hours, with the atmosphere in the chamber growing increasingly intense.

Beads of sweat appeared on Elder Yao's forehead, but his expression remained composed and resolute, fully immersed in the alchemical world.

(End of Chapter)