Inside the Alchemy Department of the outer courtyard of Canaan Academy, the usually bustling exchange area, often filled with heated arguments, was unusually quiet. This was all because of a young figure standing in the center of the plaza.
Watching Lin Feng meditate with his eyes closed, the numerous alchemists held their breath, their eyes burning with anticipation. Elder Huo had announced that this young alchemist, whom they had never met before, was about to refine a fifth-grade pill on the spot.
"Hoo!"
As everyone waited, Lin Feng finally adjusted his state to its peak, slowly opening his eyes, a divine light shooting from them. He then waved his hand, and numerous medicinal herbs emerged from his storage ring, hovering before the alchemists under his control.
"Seven-Star Grass, Spirit Wood Heart,"
an experienced alchemist immediately recognized the herbs, but limited by their own skill, although they vaguely guessed, they couldn't be sure if it was the pill they suspected.
Just then, a demonic core radiating immense energy slowly rose from Lin Feng's palm, and a resounding voice rang out.
"Young friend Lin Feng, if I'm not mistaken, these are the medicinal herbs needed to refine a fifth-grade pill—the Seven-Star Spirit Wood Pill!"
Everyone looked over at the sound of the voice and saw Elder Huo stroking his beard.
"Elder Huo is indeed experienced. That's right, I am refining the Seven-Star Spirit Wood Pill this time."
After replying, Lin Feng focused all his attention on the medicinal herbs. He decided to refine a fifth-grade pill before everyone else. On one hand, he didn't want any fools to provoke him in the future; on the other hand, he wanted to solidify Elder Huo's, or rather the academy's, determination to invest in him.
Therefore, to avoid any accidents, Lin Feng specifically chose the simple Seven-Star Spirit Wood Pill, which he had prior experience refining.
Clearing his mind of distractions, Lin Feng, to everyone's astonishment, threw all the medicinal herbs and the fifth-tier magic core into the six cauldrons in one go.
With a "bang,"
azure flames rose from Lin Feng's hand. Empowered by his Dou Qi, now at the Dou Wang level, they radiated intense heat. Some nearby alchemists felt the heat wash over them and involuntarily took a few steps back.
Yet, Lin Feng controlled this terrifying energy with remarkable composure. His fire control was unmatched by any of the alchemists present, except for Elder Huo.
Lin Feng then waved his hand, sending the flames into the cauldron, beginning the most anticipated part for all the alchemists: refining the medicine.
"The method for refining Spirit Wood Heart requires maintaining a balance between the flame temperature and the surface of the wood core to avoid disrupting the gentle energy within,"
a voice slowly rang out as everyone watched Lin Feng's fluid movements, hoping to learn more advanced refining techniques or experience.
Looking around, they saw the voice coming from Lin Feng, who was refining the pills. When they discovered that he was explaining the process while refining the pills, everyone was filled with awe and deep admiration for his alchemy skills. They were
also deeply grateful for his selfless explanation. Thus, these usually arrogant alchemists watched the refining process with reverence and complete focus.
Some clever alchemists even took out scrolls they had prepared beforehand and wrote down Lin Feng's words.
The exchange area was eerily quiet at this moment. Even Elder Hu, who knew nothing about alchemy, held his breath and watched intently. Even for him, this was the first time he had witnessed the refining of a fifth-grade pill.
The flames continuously scorched the medicinal materials, making a "crackling" sound. To facilitate the explanation, Lin Feng deliberately slowed down the pace. But with the help of time, the medicinal materials and the magic core finally reached a point where they could fuse into a pill.
"Watch closely, the final step of fusing the fifth-grade pill is not so simple."
Lin Feng slowly recounted the teachings Fa Ma had given him that day to everyone. Upon hearing this, many alchemists, especially the few fourth-grade alchemists, had their eyes light up and held their breath, afraid of disturbing Lin Feng.
After explaining all the details, Lin Feng gave another hint and began the final step: pill condensation.
"Boom!"
A powerful surge of soul force erupted from Lin Feng's body, all of it drilling into the medicine cauldron, firmly controlling every slight change in the energy ball.
"Clang clang clang!"
Suddenly, Lin Feng slammed his palm hard onto the medicine cauldron, causing it to emit a series of loud sounds that echoed within the communication area.
At the same time, inside the medicine cauldron, Lin Feng's soul force pressed down hard on the energy ball.
"Thump!"
First, an energy ripple spread out from the medicine cauldron, striking the inside and making a sound. Then, a rich, strangely colored fragrance of pills appeared before everyone's eyes.
Above the exchange area, a sudden energy fluctuation appeared, disrupting the surrounding天地能量 (heaven and earth energy).
"Hmm, this is a fifth-grade pill. Perhaps Old Man Huo has taken a liking to it and, having nothing better to do, decides to go see."
Hu Qian, who was leisurely watering his flowers at home, sensed this energy fluctuation and looked up sharply towards the direction of the alchemy department, muttering to himself.
"Grandpa, I want to go too! I've never seen a fifth-grade pill before!"
A woman in red beside him exclaimed, her expression filled with curiosity.
"Hahaha, then Grandpa will take you to see it."
With that, Dou Qi wings rose from his back, and he grabbed the woman's shoulders, soaring into the sky, transforming into a colorful ball of light that streaked across the heavens.
Meanwhile, other Dou Wang level experts who sensed this aura also flew away with slightly interested Dou Qi wings. Others, however, were preoccupied and unable to go. As for those at the Dou Ling or Da Dou Shi level, they made no move whatsoever.
Although they could sense the energy, given their status, qualifications, or rather, strength, going or not going would be the same. They'd rather seize the time to cultivate and reach the first level of Dou Wang.
The Dou Wang elders flying overhead occasionally attracted the attention of many students, but apart from a few who had reached the first level of Da Dou Shi, most were unaware of what was happening.
Meanwhile, within the alchemy department's exchange area, a thunderous applause erupted. Many alchemists, their faces flushed with excitement, clapped and roared with all their might, venting their inner shock.
All this was because of that person in the arena, that young figure.
He raised his right hand, and in his palm floated a pill radiating a hazy glow—the goal that the alchemists here would pursue their entire lives.
"Everyone,"
when Lin Feng spoke, the many excited alchemists stopped what they were doing and stared intently at this master in their hearts.
"This is the fifth-grade pill—the Seven-Star Spirit Wood Pill."
"Ah!"
As the words fell, the numerous alchemists erupted in another thunderous roar.
The many Dou Wang elders who had arrived upon hearing this, after Elder Hu's introduction, learned the identity of the young man in the arena and exclaimed in admiration, marveling at the young prodigy.
They were also filled with joy, for with this boy's talent, he might very well advance to the sixth-grade realm within the next few years. At that time, the academy would have its own sixth-grade alchemist, and wouldn't have to humbly beg Han Feng.
Thinking of this, the elders stroked their beards with excitement. Meanwhile, the woman who had accompanied Vice Dean Hu Qian looked at the figure attracting everyone's attention, her eyes gleaming with a strange light.
When Vice Dean Hu Qian noticed this, he was taken aback, then his eyes narrowed slightly, not out of suspicion, but out of joy. After all, his granddaughter was no ordinary woman.
"Young friend Lin Feng, perhaps this old man should take advantage of you."
At this moment, Little Fairy Doctor, who was in seclusion in her chamber undergoing a breakthrough, and a woman in elegant attire with a cold expression, both felt a chill run down their spines and shivered in unison in a large hall of the Heavenly Serpent Mansion.
"Hahaha, Elder Lin Feng is truly gifted! It's a blessing for the academy to have him join as an elder!"
Just then, Hu Qian led a group of women and numerous Dou Wang elders out, slowly approaching Lin Feng.
"Vice Dean!"
Upon seeing the newcomers, the many alchemists quickly bowed slightly in respect.
"No need for formalities, everyone. Today's protagonist should be this gentleman."
He then stepped forward, took Lin Feng's hand, and solemnly introduced him to the crowd.
"Everyone, this young man is already a fifth-grade alchemist, and also a Dou Wang expert; from now on, he will be the elder of the Alchemy Department—Lin Feng!"
As soon as he finished speaking, the crowd erupted in applause once again.
Lin Feng definitely didn't like Hu Jia.
(End of Chapter)