Chapter 364 Philosopher's Stone

Byrne returned to the snowy mountain where the Alchemy Council gathered.

He climbed the snowy mountain and came to the outside of the palace.

The roof of the dazzling palace was covered with thick snow, but a closer look revealed that it was not a simple natural pile, but a carefully carved snow top, on which various exquisite patterns were carved, such as the soaring eagle, the endless snow mountain stream, and the lotus symbolizing good luck.

"President, I'm here."

Byrne murmured to himself, and finally stepped into the dazzling palace. A warm and fresh breath came to his face, forming a sharp contrast with the severe cold outside.

The palace was filled with magnificent murals and carved beams and painted pillars. A huge crystal chandelier hung from the dome, emitting a soft and bright light, illuminating the entire space like daylight.

Byrne looked at the highest throne in the palace, which had belonged to only one person for decades.

As always, the mysterious president was there.

Under the cloak, the mysterious face of the president was shrouded in a thin layer of white mist, which made him look extremely vague and elusive.

The eyes hidden in the white mist seemed to be the bottomless sea, flashing with an indescribable light, which made people feel awe.

The president's figure was slender and upright, and he was filled with an indescribable aura, ancient and mysterious, revealing a sense of majesty and oppression that could not be ignored.

Byrne nodded slightly and said:

"I'm here."

"I've seriously considered the transaction you mentioned that time... I came here this time just to confirm with you in more detail, President."

The mysterious president on the throne stared at Byrne and slowly said: "Have you finally thought it through? Mithril."

"I've given you more than ten years to think about whether you want to accomplish my great cause. There is no coercion. I believe you will come eventually."

"Now it seems that you have finally figured it out, Mithril, don't worry, I will give you the power of 'that' treasure to increase your lifespan, enough to continue living after helping me break through."

Byrne nodded slightly and suddenly asked a very critical question.

"President, can I see its existence? I have never really seen it, and I only know that its name is the 'Philosopher's Stone'."

"I can't fully trust something I haven't seen, at least it gives me a weak sense of certainty at the moment."

He paused, and continued firmly:

"I'm not sure whether I want to bet my life on something illusory."

Finally, the president decided to take out the legendary Philosopher's Stone.

"Okay, I'll show you it."

Byrne soon saw something that appeared out of thin air, and instinctively widened his eyes and felt a huge power!

"Is this the Philosopher's Stone?"

A stone floated in the air, full of temptation all over the body, and anyone would be attracted by it.

Compared to those unfinished products of red and purple, the real Philosopher's Stone is completely red!

The color of the Philosopher's Stone is as hot and pure as a flame, and like the last touch of gentle red in the afterglow of the sunset, deep and charming.

Its surface flows with delicate luster, as if it contains the most ancient and mysterious power in the universe. Every refraction of light can cause subtle resonance in the surrounding space, making people involuntarily indulge in the unique and charming charm.

This gem is not only a miracle nurtured under the alchemy system, but also a symbol of wisdom and power. Its story is circulated in countless legends and ballads, and is regarded as a supreme treasure by the world!

Even the calm Byrne couldn't help but stretch out his hand.

He wanted to touch the supreme stone.

But the invisible force blocked his palm. Byrne was slightly stunned, and then he woke up and realized that it was the power set by the president.

"It is indeed the most perfect thing in alchemy, an incomparable masterpiece. The only thing that can be compared with it is 'creating life and soul'."

The Philosopher's Stone not only has amazing beauty, but also contains unfathomable power. Legend has it that it can give the holder extraordinary wisdom and insight, and at the same time stimulate the maximum potential of the extraordinary, and even allow mortals to gain powerful extraordinary power and become heroes who change the world.

Byrne soon heard the president's calm explanation on the throne.

"That's right, this is the Philosopher's Stone, the ultimate alchemical product in the legend, and the highest pinnacle of all alchemical tools."

"There are four most basic and primitive powers in the endless universe, and one of them is the power of miracles. The Philosopher's Stone is the concentrated product of the power of miracles."

"It is the miracle itself."

"It is almost an omnipotent wishing stone. As long as you have enough Philosopher's Stone, you can do anything..."

The president's tone finally fluctuated a little, as if he was also excited.

"Even if I become a god, it's not impossible!"

"It's just that I spent many years to finally create a small part of the Philosopher's Stone, and my time is getting less and less. It's difficult to collect more resources to train more Philosopher's Stone."

Byrne suddenly recalled the many broken souls he had seen in the purple-red stone, and subconsciously frowned slightly.

He didn't dare to peek at the composition of the Philosopher's Stone, because the president was here. If he analyzed it without authorization, he might anger the president on the spot.

Although Byrne is now quite strong, he knows very well that he is definitely not the president's opponent.

That mysterious person is probably the most powerful existence in the four eastern countries.

Byrne thought for a moment and asked: "President, since you already have the omnipotent Philosopher's Stone, why do you still need me to help you break through?"

The president gave his own answer.

"Of course it's a matter of conversion rate and cost-effectiveness. I can consume all the Philosopher's Stone to complete the breakthrough, but I don't want to do that."

"Listen, Mithril, I can use half of the Philosopher's Stone I currently have to restore your lifespan, and leave the remaining half."

Such a powerful Philosopher's Stone is indeed an incomparable and important scarce resource. Byrne nodded gently after listening, and finally asked the most critical question.

"So, what is my reward?"

The president promised without hesitation.

"After I become a more powerful existence, I can protect your Fisher family for hundreds of years in the future. Although I can't directly enter the four eastern countries at that time, I have many ways to help you become stronger."

"Don't worry, Fisher, I can make a covenant with you."

Byrne knew clearly in his heart that the president's strength level was likely to be a monarch, so he would most likely help him become an apocalypse strongman.

There is no doubt that the legends of the apocalypse level are also called "demigods". They have enough power to change the world and almost all of them can leave their names in history.

And the extraordinary people at the monarch level are almost not worth mentioning in front of them.

If you don't use powerful taboo objects or similar special powers, even if a dozen monarch-level strongmen join forces, it is difficult to threaten the legendary strongmen at the apocalypse level in a real sense.

Hundreds of years of protection for an apocalypse strongman?

Byrne fell into deep thought, and at the same time smelled a hint of conspiracy.

"I actually have a proposal."

"Oh?"

He looked at the president deeply and continued, "I hope you can give the Philosopher's Stone to my daughter, Lillian."

"Her life is coming to an end, and I actually hope that Lillian will live longer than I do... I have lived long enough."

He paused and continued, "For the immortals with extraordinary memory, living a long life may be a terrible and sad curse."

However, there is another idea in Byrne's mind.

Perhaps the power of the Philosopher's Stone can revive the great Lord of the Lost?

Maybe...

Whether it is to let his daughter Lillian live or to wake Him up, the temptation of the two ideas makes Byrne really unable to resist this deal!

At this moment, the president suddenly laughed.

"Haha, that's it, Mithril, no, Byrne Fisher...you are indeed such a person."

"You have always been like this, well, I can promise you."

Byrne remained silent and did not answer.

He finally understood one thing, why the president did not want to force himself, but "took the bait willingly", because the temptation of the Philosopher's Stone was indeed too great!

Byrne nodded slightly and said calmly: "Okay, Mr. President, let's make a pledge."