Ten Thousand Dragons Technique-Chapter 120: The Alchemy King’s Disciple! The Predicted Champion?

Chapter 120: Chapter 120: The Alchemy King’s Disciple! The Predicted Champion?

When they heard this, the entire venue fell silent before everyone burst into laughter.

Zhao Feiyan shook her head and said, "You’re quite the braggart, aren’t you? Anomalous Fire? Do you even know what that represents?"

"It’s the King of Ten Thousand Flames!"

"Even the current Pill King of the Great Xia Country hasn’t mastered an Anomalous Fire, and you think you can? Keep dreaming."

"Damn, this kid can really talk big."

"Just ignore him. I think he’s getting way too full of himself."

"Anomalous Fire, yeah right. He doesn’t even have an ordinary Spiritual Fire."

"Let’s go. Don’t waste time on this guy."

"Hmph, I think he only managed to concoct a Nine-Turn Elixir out of sheer luck."

"His real skill is nothing special."

The crowd sneered, showing their complete disbelief.

"You’ll see it during the alchemy competition," Lin Xuan said blandly, then turned and left without a backward glance.

"Fine, I’d like to see if you can actually produce an Anomalous Fire then," Zhao Feiyan sneered.

Following that, the group set off for the Pill Tower Headquarters.

The Pill Tower Headquarters was a city unto itself, known as Pill City.

Pill City was incredibly bustling at this moment, as Alchemy Masters from all four corners of the Great Xia Country had gathered there. In addition to the young prodigies, many seasoned Alchemy Masters had also arrived. Some were there to accompany their juniors and disciples, while others came just to watch the excitement. Besides the Alchemy Masters, other Martial Artists had also come to spectate. After all, this was a grand event held only once every three years!

Here, they could witness the top alchemical geniuses of the Great Xia Country clashing, an opportunity they would not miss for the world.

When Lin Xuan and his group arrived, they too were stunned by the lively spectacle. Not only was the crowd immense, but the architecture was even more magnificent. Lin Xuan saw a treasure tower in the city’s center that pierced the clouds, like a pillar connecting heaven and earth.

Is this the headquarters of the Great Xia Pill Tower? It’s so magnificent!

The Pill Tower in Yun Province had only nine floors, while the headquarters here had ninety-nine. Anyone standing beneath this Pill Tower seemed incredibly insignificant.

The Qingyun Tower Master addressed the group, "The alchemy competition will officially begin in three days. For these three days, you can look around or get to know some of the other young talents."

"Alright, off you go."

With that, the Tower Master waved them away. He also had some old friends to meet.

Zhao Feiyan and the others went their separate ways, as they all had gatherings to attend. Lin Xuan, however, did not leave. He asked, "If I don’t feel like wandering around, where can I rest?"

"You’re not attending any gatherings?" the Qingyun Tower Master asked, a bit curious.

Lin Xuan shook his head. "No, I’d rather use the time to cultivate."

Lin Xuan was on the verge of being able to refine third-grade elixirs; he was just one step away. He planned to attempt a breakthrough in these final three days.

"Very well," the Tower Master nodded, then smiled and said, "You can stay at any inn or tavern affiliated with the Pill Tower for free. Just show them your credentials as an Alchemy Master."

So that’s how it works. Lin Xuan understood now. He then headed to a nearby inn. After identifying himself as a second-grade Alchemy Master, he was indeed given a room free of charge. After entering the inn, Lin Xuan immediately began his closed-door cultivation. He entered the Great Emperor Ring and started refining elixirs using his Anomalous Fire.

「On the other side.」

Zhao Feiyan attended a gathering. This was a gathering of a very high caliber; only the top alchemical prodigies were invited to attend. From the Qingyun Pill Tower, only Zhao Feiyan was qualified to attend; the other geniuses couldn’t even get past the door.

At this gathering, Zhao Feiyan met many alchemical talents. Some she recognized, and others she had only heard of. One person, in particular, left her utterly astonished.

This was a young man dressed in white robes. He was incredibly handsome, with an air of nobility in his eyes. Standing there, he seemed like a Young Pill King. In fact, the other Alchemy Masters even called him the Young Pill King.

Zhao Feiyan inquired and learned that this white-robed young man was named Song Xingyun. His background was extraordinary; he was the youngest disciple of the Pill King.

In the Great Xia Dynasty, there was only one Pill King: Gu Tianhe. His alchemy skills were divine, and his power was formidable. His disciple was undoubtedly a top-tier prodigy.

She never expected that even the Pill King’s disciple would participate in this alchemy competition.

What’s the point of competing then? No one is his opponent.

Zhao Feiyan walked over to greet Song Xingyun. She then stayed by his side, listening to the conversations.

Someone said, "Brother Song, I heard you’re already able to refine third-grade elixirs. Is that true?"

Song Xingyun chuckled. "I can refine them, but the success rate is extremely low. It takes about fifty attempts to succeed once. Whether I can pull it off in the competition will really depend on luck."

The crowd was stunned. Although the success rate was only one in fifty, it was still an astonishing feat. After all, Song Xingyun was only nineteen years old and was currently just a second-grade Alchemy Master. To already be attempting to refine third-grade elixirs was simply unbelievable.

"Brother Song, you’re incredible!" another person exclaimed. "Not only have you mastered an exceptional Spiritual Fire, but you can also refine third-grade elixirs. It seems the championship is yours for the taking!"

"Indeed, Brother Song! You are a true Young Pill King."

The surrounding people were all top-tier geniuses, none of whom were weaker than Zhao Feiyan. Yet, they were all incredibly humble before Song Xingyun. The gap in their abilities was just too vast.

Zhao Feiyan was also dumbfounded. As she looked at Song Xingyun, her eyes sparkled with stars.

Now this is a true genius, filled with admiration. He has top-tier innate talent, an extraordinary background, has mastered an exceptional Spiritual Fire, and can even refine third-grade elixirs. This is a peerless prodigy!

Zhao Feiyan then thought of Lin Xuan again.

That arrogant Lin Xuan who doesn’t know his own limits... compared to Song Xingyun, he’s a mere clown.

"Brother Song, I’d like to propose a toast to you!" Zhao Feiyan said shyly, raising her wine glass.

「On the other side.」

In a grand and stately manor, another crowd had gathered. These individuals were even more distinguished; they were all veteran Alchemy Masters. They were either top elders of Alchemy Clans, or even Clan Leaders themselves, or the Tower Masters from various cities. The Qingyun Tower Master was among them.

These people gathered to drink and chat, with their conversation revolving mostly around the alchemy competition, especially the participating prodigies.

Someone commented, "Elder Qin, I heard that your clan’s Qin Xingchen refined an Eight-Turn Elixir during your internal tests. With that result, he should be able to vie for the top ten."

"Hahaha," Elder Qin laughed. "It was a fluke, just a stroke of luck." Although his words were modest, the excitement and pride in his eyes were unmistakable. Two months ago, Qin Xingchen could only manage a Six-Turn elixir, but two months later, he had achieved an Eight-Turn. Qin Xingchen had trained like a madman during those two months, but the results were clearly excellent.

The others listening were filled with envy.

One Tower Master said with a sigh, "Alas, the strongest talent under my guidance only managed a Seven-Turn. We can’t compare to you all."

"Hahaha, my group did quite well. I also have a genius who refined an Eight-Turn!"

The internal tests of these clans and Pill Towers all involved refining the Nine-Turn Essence-Gathering Elixir.

"I wonder if anyone has managed a Nine-Turn?" someone asked curiously.

At these words, the powerful figures fell silent for a moment.

An elder spoke up, "I heard that the Pill King’s youngest disciple, Song Xingyun, refined a Nine-Turn."

"Alas, that’s the Pill King’s disciple. He’s not someone we can compare ourselves to. Other than him, I haven’t heard of anyone else achieving a Nine-Turn."

At this moment, the Qingyun Tower Master declared proudly, "Our Qingyun Pill Tower has a genius who refined a Nine-Turn Elixir!"

The entire room was shocked by his statement. The other elite Alchemy Masters all turned to look at the Qingyun Tower Master.

"Is that true?"

"Who is it?"

"Is it Zhao Feiyan?"