In the capital city of Jiama, the streets, usually bustling with activity, were unusually quiet today. Not only was the flow of people drastically reduced, but many open shops announced they were closed for the day.
This scene was perfectly normal to the people of the capital. Even the passersby seemed to have a burning desire in their eyes, their steps quickening as if they had thought of something.
"Brother, may I ask what has happened today?"
Just as a burly, rugged man was hurrying towards a certain spot with an expression of admiration, a man in a black cloak blocked his way.
"Boy, get out of my way! I have important business to attend to today, don't block my way."
"Hmm!"
The burly man's impolite words had barely left his lips when the mysterious man in the black cloak instantly unleashed a powerful aura. Though fleeting, it terrified the burly man, who turned pale and hurriedly bowed and apologized.
"Tell me, what happened in the Gama Empire today? Why are all the people passing by so hurried, yet with a kind of... well, worshipful look on their faces?" The mysterious man hesitated for a moment before realizing that these people's faces seemed very similar to those of star-struck fans from his previous life.
"Ah, reporting to you, sir." Hearing the voice of the mysterious man before him, who exuded the powerful aura of a Grand Battle Master, so young, even somewhat childish, the burly man was taken aback. However, recalling the fleeting aura just now, the burly man didn't have time to think further and quickly replied,
"Sir, you may not know, but today... the guest elder of the Alchemist Guild, the most powerful alchemist in the Gama Empire, a genius rarely seen in a century..."
"Shut up, get to the point!" The mysterious man, hidden under his cloak, saw the burly man's incessant praise without ever mentioning the reason for today's events and couldn't help but interrupt. He thought to himself, "Star chasers are terrifying!"
"Yes, yes," the burly man finally realized after being interrupted by the mysterious man that this person was not to be trifled with, and hurriedly said,
"Today, Master Lin Feng will publicly refine a pill at the Alchemist Guild, supposedly a peak sixth-grade pill—the Breakthrough Pill!"
"What!"
The mysterious man exclaimed in shock, his grip on the burly man's shoulder tightening even more.
"Ah, sir!"
Realizing his agitation, the mysterious man released him, and upon seeing the man's pale face, a hint of apology appeared on his face hidden beneath his cloak. He reached into his storage ring, and a jade bottle appeared in his palm.
"This contains a first-grade healing pill, as a thank you for the information!"
After tossing it to the burly man, the mysterious man hurried towards the Alchemist Guild. Strangely, just as someone was about to collide with him, they would inexplicably dodge to the side, and within a few breaths, the mysterious figure would vanish.
Only a burly man, holding a jade bottle and repeatedly expressing his gratitude, would remain.
The plaza in front of the Alchemist Guild was densely packed with people, and on some of the higher rooftops, several powerful figures, at least at the Great Battle Master level, occupied
the area. A heated discussion erupted, a stark contrast to the usual tranquility of the Alchemist Guild. Normally, the powerful guards protecting the guild headquarters would have already driven them away. After all, alchemists cannot afford to be distracted when refining pills.
Sometimes, even external influences could lead to an explosion.
Today, with so many people gathered, the discussion was deafening. The guards, however, showed no sign of moving; their expressions suggested they actually hoped for more people.
"The Royal Family has arrived!"
Just then, a loud voice rang out, and the crowd instinctively parted to make way.
A group of soldiers slowly appeared, lining up on either side of the path cleared by the crowd. Then, two stunningly beautiful figures emerged, drawing cheers from the surrounding people.
Even though they weren't the main characters of the day, these exquisite imperial beauties always attracted attention.
"Mitter Tengshan, President of the Mittel Auction House, has arrived!"
"Mu Chen, Head of the Mu Family, has arrived!" "
Nalan Jie, Head of the Nalan Family, has arrived!"
"The Sect Master of the Yunlan Sect has arrived!"
"Master Alchemist Gu He has arrived!"
The arrival of the royal family seemed to trigger some unspoken agreement, as leaders of many powerful forces in the capital appeared one after another. Of course, they brought their juniors, and if even one of them caught the eye of Master Lin
Feng, even the fingernails plucked from between his fingers would be of lifelong benefit. After all, this was a master capable of refining a peak sixth-grade pill—the Breakthrough Pill!
After the arrival of numerous powerful forces, they did not exchange information but waited in perfect unison.
Meanwhile, atop a towering building of the Alchemist Guild, Lin Feng and Fa Ma stood on the edge, looking down. Fa Ma's face was beaming with joy.
"Lin Feng, kid, your fame has truly spread far and wide! Not only the Jia Ma Empire, but also spies from other countries lurking within the empire will surely report this news. After this pill is refined, your name will resound throughout the entire Northwest Continent!"
Fa Ma was completely unconcerned about whether Lin Feng would face assassination attempts from rival forces after becoming famous. Firstly, an alchemist who had reached the sixth rank had transcended national boundaries; even a war of annihilation would not harm an alchemist of this level.
Secondly, Fa Ma recalled the day Lin Feng wanted to publicly refine the Breakthrough Pill, and he had tried to dissuade him from being too high-profile. However, Lin Feng had displayed his powerful battle aura, and Fa Ma immediately changed his mind.
As an alchemist, one must be high-profile, one must let the world know one's name. In this Northwest Empire, who can harm Lin Feng? This is a Dou Zong powerhouse who is not even twenty years old!
After a slight sigh, Fa Ma observed the traces left by the sundial and looked up at Lin Feng.
"Pharaoh, since that's the case, let's announce the start!"
Lin Feng nodded slightly at Fa Ma's suggestion. Since all the heavyweights of the Jia Ma Empire had arrived, there was no need to wait. After Fa Ma went to prepare, Lin Feng looked up towards the direction of the Tian She Empire.
"Qing Lin, my brother's current achievements are enough to no longer fear the Tian She Empire. Our reunion is not far off!"
"Everyone," Fa Ma proudly displayed Dou Qi wings from the pavilion and slowly flew to the center of the square, "Now, please welcome Master Lin Feng!"
Amidst the expectant looks of the crowd, a young figure with Dou Qi wings on his back slowly flew to Fa Ma's side, a smile on his face.
"Gentlemen, I am Lin Feng, and today I will publicly refine the Breakthrough Pill. Now, I declare the alchemy process officially begin!"
(End of Chapter)