Chapter 424: Haven’t Seen This Before? My Master Has Done It Countless Times!
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"What… is that?" An indescribable fear and confusion stirred in everyone's hearts as they stared at the sky, trying to make sense of what was happening.
At that moment, the chief alchemist of Jia Nan Academy's face changed drastically. His eyes widened as if he were witnessing the end of the world, and with a trembling finger pointed at the sky, he stammered, "Th-this… this is a Pill Tribulation!"
His voice echoed through the clouds, sending a wave of shock and fear through everyone. A Pill Tribulation was an exceedingly rare phenomenon in alchemy, typically heralding the birth of a supreme-grade pill.
"A Pill Tribulation?!" At the mention of those words, everyone felt as if they'd been struck by lightning, a surge of shock and disbelief overwhelming them.
"Could it… could it really be because of that kid?" someone whispered, too stunned to believe their own eyes. But with the evidence clear before them, denial was impossible.
The chief alchemist nodded, a mixture of terror and incredulity on his face. "This means Xiao Wuya didn't deceive us—he really did manage to create a legendary pill!"
The crowd was stunned, as if thunderstruck by this revelation.
Inside the Blazing Sky Qi Refining Tower, the atmosphere was both tense and heavy.
In the mist-filled space, a rich fragrance of medicinal herbs wafted through the air, intoxicating everyone around. Yao Lao and Xiao Yan stood to the side, watching Shui Wuya at the alchemy furnace, their faces full of shock and admiration.
They could hardly believe Shui Wuya was already nearing success by the third day.
"This… this is a Pill Tribulation!" Yao Lao's voice trembled with disbelief as his eyes widened, struggling to process what he was witnessing.
Xiao Yan's brow furrowed tightly, his heart filled with anxiety. He could sense the sheer power of the Pill Tribulation—a terrifying force beyond description.
Yet, contrary to their worries, Shui Wuya remained calm and composed. His hands moved without the slightest hesitation, each motion precise and steady.
"A Pill Tribulation may be powerful, but am I, Shui Wuya, so easily intimidated?"
With this thought, Shui Wuya exuded an aura of calm confidence.
While the others watched in awe, Shui Wuya's movements became even quicker, as if unfazed by the presence of the Pill Tribulation around him.
Finally, in the last step, the alchemy furnace in Shui Wuya's hands emitted a brilliant light, dazzling like a bright star in the night sky.
"It's a success!" Yao Lao gasped, covering his mouth, his voice full of awe and admiration.
Xiao Yan was equally stunned, struggling to comprehend what he was seeing—they had actually managed to produce the Shengzong Pill amidst the Pill Tribulation.
As the final traces of the pill formed, the Pill Tribulation dissipated quietly, vanishing as if it had never existed.
A solemn and reverent aura filled the interior of the Blazing Sky Qi Refining Tower.
Outside the tower, Su Qian and the others sensed the disappearance of the Pill Tribulation, and shock rippled through their hearts.
Everyone exchanged looks of disbelief, struggling to grasp what had just happened.
"The Pill Tribulation… has vanished," the chief alchemist murmured, looking skyward with a complex expression.
Su Qian's face shifted as he muttered, "Does that mean… the pill has been successfully crafted?"
At that moment, the doors of the tower slowly opened, and a young figure emerged.
Everyone immediately recognized him—it was Xiao Yan.
In his hands, he held a radiant pill, shining like a small sun, emitting a powerful glow and a mysterious aura.
"That… that's the Shengzong Pill," the chief alchemist gasped, his face paling and voice trembling. "I never imagined anyone could create such a pill—something thought to be a mere legend!"
Su Qian's gaze locked onto the Shengzong Pill in Xiao Yan's hand, his eyes filled with a mix of astonishment and complex emotions. Taking a deep breath, he spoke in a low, steady tone: "I can't believe it… this kid actually pulled it off."
The pill emitted an intoxicating fragrance, filling the air with a heady aroma that sharpened the senses. Its golden glow was almost blinding, as though it held boundless power within.
Everyone's eyes were drawn to the brilliance of the pill, watching Xiao Yan's hand with rapt attention. Many strong figures in the crowd couldn't hide the look of greed in their eyes, clearly captivated by the pill's allure.
At that moment, Su Qian's adopted daughter, Zi Yan, spotted the pill, her mouth watering as she gazed at it longingly.
Unable to resist, she began to rush forward, eager to snatch the pill for a taste. "Pill… yummy!" Zi Yan's innocent voice belied her urgency.
Seeing the small girl charging towards him with surprising force, Xiao Yan felt momentarily at a loss.
Just before Zi Yan could reach him, Su Qian intervened, blocking her path with a stern expression. "Zi Yan, don't be rude!" Su Qian's voice carried a hint of reproach.
Zi Yan pouted, her face full of indignation. "But… I want to eat it," she muttered, clearly disappointed.
Xiao Yan let out a sigh of relief, casting a complicated look at Zi Yan. He sensed an unusual aura within her—a powerful energy that set her apart from ordinary people.
Inside his ring, Shui Wuya felt the energy within Zi Yan as well. He spoke to Xiao Yan in a low tone: "Xiao Yan, this girl named Zi Yan isn't simple. There's a strong bloodline aura within her—keep an eye on her in the future."
"Master, is this little girl really that special?" Xiao Yan asked in a curious whisper.
Shui Wuya nodded, his voice deep. "Indeed. The aura within her is extraordinary; she could be of great importance one day. You should look for opportunities to get closer to her. I might even take her under my wing and make her your junior disciple."
Xiao Yan nodded slightly, making a mental note of Shui Wuya's words. He looked at Zi Yan with a newfound curiosity and anticipation.
Despite the complex situation around him, a new idea was forming in Xiao Yan's mind.
The crowd, meanwhile, continued to gape at the Shengzong Pill in Xiao Yan's hand, utterly astonished.
Su Qian took a deep breath, his voice steady but laced with surprise: "Xiao Wuya, you truly managed to refine this supreme pill. Could it be that you didn't deceive us?"
Xiao Yan smiled faintly and nodded. "As I said, I had the ability to refine this pill, to make up for the academy's losses."
The chief alchemist stepped closer, carefully examining the Shengzong Pill in Xiao Yan's hand, his expression filled with awe and admiration.
In a hushed tone, he murmured, "This pill's aura… it's immensely powerful. Who could have guessed? Such talent at such a young age… your alchemy skills have reached an extraordinary level."
Su Qian looked at Xiao Yan with a complicated expression, his gaze then shifting back to the Shengzong Pill. He could barely contain the surge of joy in his heart.
However, hesitation flickered in his eyes—this pill was so legendary, so miraculous, that doubt crept into his mind.
An elder standing nearby couldn't hold back any longer. "Grand Elder Su Qian, please think this through carefully," he said with a note of caution.
(End of Chapter)