Celestial Refining Divine Scripture-Chapter 166 - 164: Alchemy
"Now, there’s no use saying any more!"
"All we can do is find a place to hide, avoid the Barbarian Race’s slaughter, and wait for the strong ones outside to break the Array!"
Xu Yang looked at everyone, cupped his fists and said, "All of you have helped me a lot; I, Xu Yang, am not one to betray trust or loyalty. Seniors here come from various powers, while I have a deep blood feud with Wuhou Hall and the royal palace. Now the Barbarians will surely hunt me madly; if we encounter them, I’m afraid you all could be in danger too!"
"Later, I may have to leave alone; if any of you wish to go your own way, I won’t stop you. But I promise, if you or your descendants ever need any pill refined, as long as I can do it, I’ll see it through!"
Xu Yang finished speaking and calmly looked at the crowd!
He’d laid out all the pros and cons very clearly!
If anyone wanted to leave, he wouldn’t stop them; and if they needed help in the future, he wouldn’t ignore them!
Of course, in his view, although these people were all powerful, in this situation, sticking together was the safest option!
Xu Yang’s words instantly invigorated everyone!
These were truly solemn promises.
Sometimes, swearing only makes it less believable!
Everyone knew Xu Yang’s character pretty well by now.
He repays kindness and returns grudges!
For everyone to help like this, even at the risk of offending Wuhou Hall and King Beixuan’s palace—what was it all for?
Isn’t it just for this?
Zhang Yuanshan straightened, saying gravely, "Mr. Xu, my Zhang Family will always stand by your side!"
He could always be so decisive, in part because Xu Yang’s potential was truly immense; on the other hand, the Zhang Family was in Qingzhou, the Chen Family and Wuhou Hall were in Central State, the palace in the Northern Territory—far away. The Zhangs had nothing to fear!
But his stance was extremely firm!
Next were Meng Ziqiu and Yang Yi, two loose cultivators who had already thrown caution to the wind!
The rest also voiced their support!
No one here was a fool!
Leave?
Crazy—now that would be courting death!
With Jian Chuan and Liou Yunfeng the Pill King here, gathering together was safest.
Not a single person wanted to leave.
Still, the atmosphere did relax a little.
The dog barked too, drawing attention; everyone was curious about Xu Yang’s dog, but didn’t ask much.
Liou Yunfeng said solemnly, "I know a place in the Northern Territory that’s quite hidden—should let us hide out for a good while!"
Everyone’s eyes brightened at his words!
Liou Yunfeng had lived in the Northern Territory for many years.
"Mr. Liou, where is it?"
"No time to waste!"
Everyone couldn’t wait!
Liou Yunfeng smiled, "It’s on the edge of the Northern Territory near Qingzhou. I discovered it accidentally while searching for Spirit Elixirs; it’s desolate all around, but deep underground is a vein of Earth Vein Spirit Fire—perfect for hiding!"
"Xu Yang, are you ready?"
Xu Yang said, "Mr. Liou, just need us to get in sync."
Liou Yunfeng’s heart stirred—he knew Xu Yang had found Remnant Will!
He knew exactly what Xu Yang had in mind.
To rescue the Pill Emperor!
Joining hands to refine a Tier Seven pill!
Just to take part, even if it failed, was an irresistible lure for him!
He could gain enormous insight in the process!
And it was to save the Pill Emperor, who’d done him a great favor!
Once the Pill Emperor returned, the future rewards were unimaginable!
"Good, then let’s set off at once—no time to lose!"
Their mysterious exchange left everyone baffled!
Seeing this, Liou Yunfeng smiled, "Nothing too secret—just that Xu Yang and I are going to work together to refine a rather unique Tier Seven pill."
"What? Tier Seven?"
Everyone gasped in shock.
Bai Jingxue’s cherry lips parted wide enough to fit a whole egg!
It was simply too shocking.
Xu Yang had really reached this level?
"If we succeed, I should soon reach Tier Seven myself!"
Of course—if it succeeds!
Zhang Yuanshan glanced subconsciously at Bai Song, who happened to look back!
Their eyes met; both grinned in perfect harmony, overflowing with goodwill!
They were so happy their mouths couldn’t close!
This investment—absolutely spot on!
And it hadn’t even been that long!
"Come on, let’s head out!"
"The sooner we refine it, the better!"
"Once the Barbarians make their move, they won’t be slow."
Excited by this, even fear mostly faded—morale soared!
Everyone departed swiftly.
After leaving the city, they changed direction several times, confirming no one was tracking them, then concealed their auras and sped northeast toward the Northern Territory.
After two days, they arrived at the destination.
Just as Liou Yunfeng described—rolling mountains, barren and empty of people!
This was the edge of the Northern Territory, bordering Qingzhou, with no towns in sight!
In the distance, the barrier of the Haoyang Heaven-Sealing Array hung from the limits of the north, severing the Northern Territory from Qingzhou’s lands!
On the barrier, Yang energy was drawn continuously by the Array, weaving faint golden streams that spread and shimmered—a truly awe-inspiring sight!
Led by Liou Yunfeng, they entered deep into a mountain gorge and finally reached a scorching underground cavern.
The stone walls glowed red.
The air was thick with fire-attribute Spiritual Qi!
"Last time I left, I set up an Array here to keep the Spirit Fire from leaking—pretty handy after all!" Liou Yunfeng looked around the cavern, grinning with pride.
"Hahaha! Mr. Liou plans way ahead!"
Not just anyone had the right to flatter Liou Yunfeng!
But now, as comrades in the same boat, everyone joined in—roaring with laughter!
At the far end of the cavern was a huge pit, glowing red, with flickers of firelight flashing deep below.
The invisible power made even Yang Realm novices feel their hearts race!
For Alchemists lacking their own Spirit Fire, using Earth Vein Spirit Fire here would make Alchemy far easier!
But for Xu Yang and Liou Yunfeng, the Spirit Fire here was just for show.
"Xu Yang, let’s go over here and get some practice in!" Liou Yunfeng pointed to a gap on the cavern’s other side.
Xu Yang nodded slightly, following Liou Yunfeng over.
Though time was short, refining Breaking Forbidden Elixir was not something that could be rushed!
They had to get thoroughly in sync first!
Even so, it could easily fail!
During this, Xu Yang would also have Fang Xuanjiu come out to observe carefully.
In short—very, very difficult!
But if he succeeded... No matter the hardship, Xu Yang would never complain!
If the others found out they were refining this pill to save the Pill Emperor—a top Tier Eight Alchemist from a millennium ago—they’d completely lose their minds.
Take the Zhang Family or Bai Family, for instance; they’d give up everything they had without even blinking!
But naturally, outsiders couldn’t be told of this!
At the gap—
Liou Yunfeng said solemnly, "You’ll lead this round of alchemy; I’ll assist with Remnant Will. Remnant Will provides Spiritual Power; I’ll provide True Essence. First, let’s try refining some Tier Five pills!"
"Then we’ll let Remnant Will try joining in!"
Liou Yunfeng hadn’t done this before, but he was much more seasoned and steady than Xu Yang!
Xu Yang nodded firmly. "Sorry to trouble you, Mr. Liou."
Liou Yunfeng waved it off, smiling, "No need for that between us."
"Actually, I should count as a registered disciple of the Pill Emperor, shouldn’t I?"
Liou Yunfeng said this somewhat awkwardly.
He had to shamelessly claim that title himself!
The Pill Emperor never said so!
Xu Yang’s lips twitched as he gave Liou Yunfeng a strange look.
He had a feeling he knew exactly what Liou Yunfeng was about to say next.
