Chapter 260: Setting Off to the Huang Quan Pavilion

Chapter 260: Setting Off to the Huang Quan Pavilion

Upon hearing President Xuankongzi's words, Xiao Ze remained silent for a moment. "What about the great elder's opinion?"

"He hasn't thought much about it, after all, exploring ancient ruins is usually the responsibility of the eight great elders."

Xuankongzi continued explaining to Xiao Ze and reminded him of some things to keep in mind. "This time, the Huang Quan Pavilion, which won the last competition, will be hosting the Four Pavilions Congress, and it happens that the location of the ancient ruins they need to explore coincides with the Huang Quan Pavilion's location..."

After hearing Xuankongzi's explanation about the Huang Quan Pavilion, Xiao Ze understood a little better. Although the Four Pavilions are distributed in the four main regions of Zhongzhou, the Huang Quan Pavilion is special as it is located between the eastern and central regions of Zhongzhou.

Moreover, the influence of the Huang Quan Pavilion extends more in the central region of Zhongzhou. At this point, Xuankongzi became somewhat serious and reminded Xiao Ze. "The influence of the Huang Quan Pavilion does not dare to expand into the eastern region of Zhongzhou due to the presence of a terrifying force they dare not confront."

"The Gu Clan! It is an ancient family with the bloodline of Dou Di."

"A Dou Di warrior is the most powerful existence under the heavens. Upon reaching the Dou Di level, their bloodline transforms, benefiting their descendants as well."

"And these ancient families with the bloodline of Dou Di, although human, possess incredibly terrifying talent, with countless powerful members within their clan."

"The Sea of Shadows, being close to the eastern region of Zhongzhou, may attract the interest of the Gu Clan, although they usually keep a low profile."

"If you encounter members of the Gu Clan, avoid any conflict with them."

Xuankongzi said seriously.

"I understand." Xiao Ze nodded respectfully.

In his eyes, however, there was a hint of anticipation. The eastern region of Zhongzhou... Maybe he could meet Xun Er there.

Although the chances were low, as Xun Er was the young lady of the Gu Clan, dangerous explorations were generally not for her.

Xuankongzi, seeing Xiao Ze's mood, smiled and reassured him: "Of course, the Gu Clan has always kept a low profile. Although they control the eastern region of Zhongzhou, they rarely show themselves in public. This time, it is likely they will not appear."

"Apart from that, your friends will be safe in the Holy Pill City. You can attend the Four Pavilions Congress without worries."

"Yes!"

With the guarantee of Xuankongzi, a powerful Dou Zun, Xiao Ze felt much more at ease. With Xuankongzi protecting, unless a Dou Sheng attacked, security was practically assured.

After leaving the black tower, Xiao Ze returned to his own elders' tower and added some additional security measures. He left a message in a visible place, informing them of his departure to the Four Pavilions Congress.

Although he could communicate with them through the small golden tree, Medusa and Qing Lin were at a crucial moment in their breakthrough, and disturbing them could affect their progress.

At the east gate of the Holy Pill City, an old man in white robes was sitting on a green rock, with his eyes slightly closed. None of the Pill Tower disciples passing by noticed the old man, as if he did not exist.

However, Xiao Ze directed his gaze directly at the old man. The old man was covered by a layer of spiritual energy, cleverly diminishing his presence as if he were fused with the rock.

"Greetings, great elder."

Xiao Ze approached and bowed to the old man.

"¿Hmm?" The Great Elder made a slight sound and then, as if waking up, lifted his eyelids, revealing slightly cloudy eyes. "Ah, Xiao Ze, don't be angry. This old man doesn't have the same energy as before."

The Great Elder stood up, gathering the spiritual energy that covered him, and the disciples passing by finally noticed the presence of Xiao Ze and the elder. The disciples respectfully greeted the two elders.

Xiao Ze nodded back and the Great Elder showed a slight smile, leading Xiao Ze out of the Holy Pill City.

"Great Elder, don't say that, you are in great shape."

"How could I not know my own condition?" The Great Elder shook his head.

Xiao Ze was speechless, realizing that the incident with Song Qing had deeply affected the elder. Without further words, they reached an external spatial portal.

Holy Pill City, in the center of the Central Region of Zhongzhou, was connected to most cities through these spatial portals. As elders of the Pill Tower, they didn't need to wait long.

Entering the huge spatial portal, the Great Elder took out a space ship, which expanded in the wind. On board, Xiao Ze offered to handle it.

Thus, they began their journey to Huang Quan Pavilion. Xiao Ze, thinking of lifting the Great Elder's spirits, decided to start a conversation about something that would interest him.

"Great Elder, I've reviewed your Tian Ling Pill recipe, it's really ingenious..."

Hearing Xiao Ze talk about alchemy, the Great Elder showed more interest, and soon they were engrossed in a lively discussion.

The Great Elder quickly regained his spirits, and the two true alchemy masters found endless topics to discuss. Just expressing their own ideas, they could talk for days and nights.

The journey time passed quickly with the discussion between the two masters. After talking privately with Xiao Ze, the Great Elder realized the depth of Xiao Ze's alchemical knowledge. Compared to him, the elder felt somewhat inferior in alchemy.

Moreover, Xiao Ze's skill was not only deep but also broad, based on his vast knowledge in the field of alchemy. This matched his idea of a unified alchemy he had proposed at the alchemist congress.

"Xiao Ze, your talent in alchemy is probably unique in thousands of years. Maybe you can really change the structure of the alchemy world. The unification of alchemy doesn't seem impossible."

After a long conversation, the Great Elder was impressed by Xiao Ze's talent.

Seeing that the elder had recovered, Xiao Ze smiled. To lift someone from a low mood, it was crucial not to let them sink into it. For alchemists, the temptation of alchemy was irresistible.

Not far away, a silver light circle shone gently, and Xiao Ze noticed many space ships moving alongside them.

"The Four Pavilions Congress is truly a major event in Zhongzhou, with so many space ships heading there."

Hearing Xiao Ze, the Great Elder frowned slightly and shook his head.

"Something's not right. I've attended the Four Pavilions Congress before. The congress is an important event, but it's just a competition among the young, it doesn't attract so many powerful ones."

Hearing the elder, Xiao Ze realized, "You mean these powerful ones are not coming for the congress, but for another reason?"

"Exactly, I fear their goal is the same as ours." The elder showed a worried expression.

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