Chapter 469: Testing? The Trading Hall of Dan City
"What level of certification are you two planning to take?"
The next day, Wu Tian, accompanied by members of the Ye Clan, arrived at one of Pill Tower's branch towers for certification. This was a special channel, designated for the five major elder clans of Pill Tower, as well as other influential families.
When Wu Tian and his group arrived, several other families were also present.
The white robed elder in charge turned to two members of the Qiu Clan and asked.
"Intermediate Sixth Tier," one of them answered confidently.
Hearing this, the elder nodded in satisfaction.
"You two, wait for now. Once the time comes, enter the Profound Gate, where someone will conduct your assessment," he instructed, pointing toward the second door from the left.
"Bai Clan, Intermediate Sixth Tier," came the next declaration as the Qiu Clan members stepped aside.
However, before the Bai Clan's assessment could proceed, a cold and elegant woman among them spoke up.
"Advanced Sixth Tier."
The elder raised his eyebrows slightly, nodding with approval.
"Not bad!"
The Bai Clan had always been full of talent far superior to the Ye Clan in recent years…
Wait a minute.
The elder's gaze shifted toward the group from the Ye Clan, his eyes narrowing slightly.
"These Ye Clan members seem unfamiliar..."
Turning his attention to Ye Zhong, who had accompanied Wu Tian, the elder called out.
"Ye Zhong, it's your turn."
As his words fell, all eyes in the room turned toward Wu Tian.
Mockery and disdain flickered across their faces.
The Ye Clan had been embarrassing themselves for years, and today would be no exception.
To the others, the Ye Clan's decline was inevitable. They were merely waiting for the day when they would be forced to surrender their position among the five great elder clans.
Among the Ye Clan's group stood a woman Ye Zhong's granddaughter, Ye Xinlan.
She had been brought along to broaden her horizons, given that this was the grandest event of the alchemy world.
Of course, the rest of Wu Tian's companions remained in Cai Lin Pavilion, including Cai Lin herself. Only Medusa accompanied him, ever at his side.
Wu Tian was well aware that Soul Hall had been hiding in the shadows, orchestrating events through Heavenly Nether Sect and Ice River Valley.
Would they dare to challenge him for the Three Thousand Burning Flame?
He was eager to see who Soul Hall would send this time…
Under the weight of countless stares, Wu Tian calmly stepped forward, showing no trace of humility.
After glancing at the white haired elder, he asked flatly.
"What is the highest level of certification available here?"
"Intermediate Seventh Tier," the elder replied. "That is the limit of this facility, as I myself am a Low Seventh Tier Alchemist. What level do you wish to test for?"
Wu Tian sighed softly, seemingly disappointed.
"Fine. Advanced Seventh Tier, then."
Silence.
The room fell dead silent.
For a moment, it was as if all sound had been erased from existence.
Then
Expressions of shock and disbelief flickered across the gathered crowd.
Soon, the disbelief turned into laughter.
If he had come from any other elder clan, they might have taken his words seriously.
But the Ye Clan?
How could they possibly produce an Advanced Seventh Tier Alchemist?
Especially a young man who looked barely twenty?!
Did he think he was Cao Ying, the alchemy prodigy of the Cao Clan?!
"Hahaha! Ye Zhong, has your clan fallen so low that you're resorting to such pathetic tricks?"
"Since when did the Ye Clan resort to such attention seeking stunts?"
"This is Pill Tower's official testing facility, not your private playground!"
Several elders from the Bai Clan and Qiu Clan sneered.
Scornful gazes turned toward Wu Tian.
As for the testing elder, his face darkened.
He had just stated that he was a Low Seventh Tier Alchemist yet this kid claimed he wanted to test for Advanced Seventh Tier?!
Was this brat mocking him?!
The elder's expression grew cold.
"Boy, you've never even taken a single Pill Tower test before. Do you think you can just waltz in here and claim to be an Advanced Seventh Tier Alchemist?!"
Wu Tian couldn't be bothered to argue with weaklings.
Instead
BOOM!
A terrifying wave of soul power erupted from him.
"THUMP!"
Every single person in the room including the Seventh Tier Alchemist elder himself fell to their knees.
Wu Tian had only barely released a fraction of his true soul force.
Had he used even half of it, he could have crushed them all in an instant.
Wu Tian smirked.
"Am I qualified for the test now?"
The elder's face turned deathly pale, cold sweat dripping down his forehead.
This wasn't just any soul force it was at the level of a Heaven Realm Soul!
And only Eighth Tier Alchemists or stronger possessed such a soul force!
"You… You are qualified…! B But I cannot issue your badge immediately. The full evaluation requires the presence of all five elder clans."
"That's fine," Wu Tian said indifferently.
The elder trembled.
Test?
What test?
With a soul force like that, there was nothing to test.
Clearly, this man was an Eighth Tier Alchemist!
This facility's Seventh Tier cap was meaningless in his presence.
Since the full assessment required all five elder clans, Wu Tian had to wait.
But waiting wasn't his main priority he was here for something else.
Hopefully, what he was looking for would appear.
Ignoring the stunned gazes of those around him, Wu Tian left with the Ye Clan.
His next destination?
The Alchemist Trading Hall.
This place wasn't just a simple marketplace.
Here, one could find rare herbs, alchemy ingredients, and even legendary treasures.
It was a paradise for alchemists and a goldmine for strong cultivators seeking valuable resources.
With the Pill Gathering approaching, the Trading Hall was packed with countless people.
Among them, alchemists made up the largest group, and they were among the strongest figures on the continent.
Of course, Wu Tian wasn't aimlessly wandering he was searching for something very specific.
After browsing several trading halls, he finally arrived at the final and most exclusive one.
Ye Xinlan, exhausted from walking all day, found herself increasingly puzzled.
This legendary Pavilion Master of Cai Lin Pavilion… actually loved shopping?!
Shouldn't a man of his status be above such things?
Instead, he had dragged them around for hours nonstop!
Even her legs were sore!
When they reached the last trading hall, Wu Tian's eyes lit up with excitement.
"Let's go. To the top floor."
Ye Zhong hesitated.
"This area has strict screening processes. If you want valuable treasures, the second floor is already excellent "
"No," Wu Tian interrupted.
"The top floor is where we need to be."
Stepping forward, Wu Tian led the group upstairs.
An elderly man one of the hall's stewards greeted them.
"Welcome, guests. If you are searching for something specific, feel free to ask. I may be able to assist."
But before Wu Tian could respond
A certain someone appeared.
A notorious troublemaker.
Someone who had a habit of waiting for others to find treasures
only to snatch them away.
And today, Wu Tian was about to run into that person.
(Chapter End)
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