Chapter 326 Testing, Alchemy

"Master, I knew you must be waiting here. I wandered around the Dan Pagoda for a long time and couldn't find you. As soon as I received the news from Young Master Xiao Ling, you appeared in a hurry."

As soon as Cao Ying stepped into the room, she walked straight towards the old man in white. There was a hint of atmosphere in her tone, but everyone could tell that it was just a joke.

"Haha, good disciple, I really couldn't escape before becoming a teacher. No, I just finished my work. Don't worry, I will prepare some good things for you then." The white-haired old man stopped when he heard Cao Ying's teasing. The movements in his hands and his tone were full of endearment.

Then, the white-haired old man's eyes fell on Xiao Ling behind Cao Ying, a gentle smile appeared on his face, and he said: "Haha, this little friend is the one who refined the Eight-Eighteen Stones in Tianbei City in the Northern Territory not long ago. Master Xiao Ling, who tastes the four-color elixir, is truly a young hero."

"You have made such amazing achievements in alchemy at such a young age. Even I can't see through the soul realm. It seems that in the near future, you will be on an equal footing with us old guys."

"I have met President Xuankong. Compared with the seniors of Danta, this boy is still a junior. It is still too early for such a thing." Xiao Ling smiled and hugged his fists, his attitude was humble and casual.

"Humility is certainly a virtue, but you don't have to be too humble. As an alchemist, you have to be a little confident." Xuan Kongzi seemed very satisfied with Xiao Ling's attitude, and his smile became more cordial.

Xiao Ling just nodded slightly and did not continue the topic.

Xuan Kongzi didn't say anything more. He just exchanged a few simple greetings and then got straight to the point: "I heard just now that you want to test the level of the eighth-grade alchemist?"

"Yes, President Xuankong." Xiao Ling nodded.

"Generally speaking, I would not personally take part in such trivial matters as assessing the level of an alchemist. However, I am quite interested in you as a young man, so I came here specially." Xuan Kongzi said with a smile.

"Our Danta assesses the level of alchemists, usually by testing the alchemist's soul power and some knowledge of alchemy, in order to judge the approximate level of alchemy."

"But today, I have a special idea for you. You can choose the usual test method, or I recommend you another method, which is to refine an eighth-grade elixir on the spot. If you choose to refine it on the spot, no matter what you want, We can prepare three copies of any elixir for you, what do you think?"

After saying this, Xuan Kongzi looked at Xiao Ling with interest, his eyes full of expectation. Cao Ying was also on the side, casting an expectant look.

Obviously, they all wanted to witness with their own eyes the process of Xiao Ling refining the eighth-grade elixir. Xuan Kongzi even promised to provide three portions of eighth-grade elixir ingredients. This was not a small amount, and it was enough to show his interest in Xiao Ling.

Xuan Kongzi's words stunned Xiao Ling for a moment. He didn't expect that things would develop to this point.

But after only a brief hesitation, Xiao Ling made a decision in his heart. Isn't it just to refine an eighth-grade elixir on site? He happened to need to refine a Poria Green Pill and still lacked a few medicinal ingredients. Since Danta was willing to provide materials, he had no reason to refuse.

"Since President Xuankong has said so, of course I will choose the second option. However, you will have to spend money on these medicinal materials." Xiao Ling smiled slightly and replied easily, his The attitude reveals confidence and calmness.

"Haha, this little thing is not worth mentioning. Three portions of eighth-grade elixir ingredients are just a drop in the bucket for our Danta. What elixir do you plan to refine? Tell me, and I will send someone to prepare the ingredients immediately." Xuan When Kongzi heard Xiao Ling's reply, he smiled and waved his hand, looking very generous.

"President Xuankong is so generous. I am planning to refine an eighth-grade Poria Green Pill, but I haven't been able to do it before because of the lack of several medicinal materials. I am really grateful to get the help from the president this time." Xiao Ling He nodded with a relaxed smile in his tone.

"No problem, the eighth-grade Poria Green Pill is a pill specially used to restore the cultivation of Douzun-level experts. It seems that there should be a Douzun-level expert next to you. What a coincidence, I just have it on hand. Some medicinal materials for refining Poria Green Pill."

As Xuan Kongzi spoke, he took out a lot of medicinal materials and a few magic cores from Najie. These were the three materials needed to refine Poria Green Pill. He waved his hand lightly, and the materials flew lightly in front of Xiao Ling.

With a casual wave, Xiao Ling put these medicinal materials into his Najie, and a smile appeared on his face involuntarily. He immediately bowed his hand to Xuan Kongzi and said, "Thank you very much. President Xuankong is really impressive. I wonder where I should refine this elixir?"

"Haha, let Ying'er take you to the alchemy place. You are of the same age and can have a good exchange. I will go and watch later." Xuan Kongzi said, casting a meaningful look at Cao Ying.

Cao Ying nodded in agreement, then walked to Xiao Ling and said, "Mr. Xiao Ling, I'm here to take you to the place where you are refining the elixir. The environment there will never allow you to be disturbed while you are refining the elixir."

"Then please excuse me, Miss Cao Ying." Xiao Ling nodded in thanks. Then, he signaled to Xuan Kongzi and followed Cao Ying out of the hall.

Shortly after Xiao Ling and Cao Ying left the hall, there was suddenly a subtle spatial fluctuation in this spacious room. Immediately afterwards, two figures, a man and a woman, seemed to be peeled off from the void and gradually became clear.

If someone saw the true appearance of these two and recognized their identities, they would definitely be surprised. Because these two people, like Xuan Kongzi, are the other two of the three giants of Danta who are elusive.

"Xuan Kongzi, what do you think of this kid? Do you see any tricks?" The dark-skinned old man spoke in a low voice as soon as he appeared.

"Even I find this kid a little hard to figure out. But judging from his attitude towards Danta, he should be pretty good." Xuan Kongzi touched his chin, then turned to look at the beautiful woman next to him and asked, "Xuan Yi, has the identity of this evildoer who suddenly appeared in Zhongzhou been checked? Does he have any connection with the Soul Palace?"

"I have checked it out. This kid has a clean background. He graduated from Canaan College. He has nothing to do with the Soul Palace." Xuan Yi nodded and replied, "In a remote place like the Northwest Continent, even with the cultivation of Canaan College, it is unlikely to reach his current level. It seems that this kid has some unknown opportunities."

"Opportunities are his own fortune. We don't need to be too curious, so as not to make him feel uncomfortable. Since his background is clear, we can try to invite him to join Danta." Xuan Kongzi smiled lightly, appearing quite open-minded.

"No matter what kind of opportunity he has, such talent is rare in Zhongzhou. Even Yao Chen back then could not compare to him." Xuan Yi said, with a hint of regret in his tone.

"Hey, don't take it too seriously. I always feel that old Yao Chen is not so easy to die. Maybe he will show up again one day." Xuan Kongzi waved his hand, trying to comfort her.

"Okay, okay, let's stop talking about this. Let's go. I'm quite interested in that kid's medicine refining technology. I have to see it myself." Tian Leizi said, and as soon as he finished speaking, his figure disappeared from the spot in an instant.

Seeing Tian Leizi leave, Xuan Yi and Xuan Kongzi smiled at each other, and then quickly followed him, leaving only a faint space fluctuation in the air.

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After leaving Xuan Kongzi's office, Cao Ying took Xiao Ling through several corridors and walked towards the medicine refining hall dedicated to Danta. The two chatted while walking, and unconsciously, the distance between them seemed to be shortened.

"By the way, Miss Cao Ying," Xiao Ling suddenly remembered something and said to Cao Ying, "I have a few companions in Shengdan City. It may take some time to refine the eighth-grade elixir. Can you help me notify them?"

"It's just a small matter, leave it to me." Cao Ying agreed with a smile. She took out a delicate jade pendant from the ring and injected some soul power into it, obviously conveying the message. Then, she put the jade pendant away, "Mr. Xiao Ling, I have asked the people in Danta to notify them."

"Okay, thank you." Xiao Ling smiled slightly.

Soon, the two came to an open hall.

This is an extremely spacious hall with a completely open top and no roof. Only a few thick stone pillars support the edge, as if opening its arms to the sky.

The sun shines unobstructed, illuminating everything in the hall brightly and thoroughly. The wind shuttles freely in the hall, bringing a hint of coolness and taking away some of the silence in the room.

In the center of the hall is a carefully crafted alchemy table, carved from a whole piece of obsidian. The surface is as smooth as a mirror, engraved with complex patterns and formations. These patterns flash mysteriously under the sunlight.

There are some seats around the alchemy table for people to rest or watch the process of alchemy.

Around the hall, various rare herbs and flowers are planted. They thrive under careful care and provide fresh medicinal materials for this alchemy hall.

The aroma of these medicinal materials mix together to form a unique natural fragrance that makes people feel relaxed and happy.

In a corner of the hall, there is a small pool with a few lotus leaves floating on the water. Occasionally, fish jump out of the water, splashing circles of ripples, adding a sense of tranquility and harmony to this space.

With the arrival of Xiao Ling and Cao Ying, this open-air alchemy hall has become more popular.

Cao Ying took Xiao Ling through the hall and came to the alchemy table. Xiao Ling looked around and was very satisfied with this alchemy environment.

"This is the highest-level alchemy hall in Danta, Mr. Xiao Ling, what do you think?" Cao Ying asked with a smile.

"It's perfect, Miss Cao Ying, not only are the facilities here complete, but the environment is pleasant. It's really a good place to make alchemy." Xiao Ling nodded in praise.

"That's good, I'll wait for you on the chair over there. If you need any help, you can call me at any time." Cao Ying pointed to the chair not far away, and then walked over and sat down gracefully.

Not long after Cao Ying sat down, the air seemed to tremble slightly, and then three figures appeared out of thin air. Naturally, they were the three giants of Danta. They found a place not far from Cao Ying and sat down.

Xiao Ling certainly noticed the arrival of the three, but he had already started to prepare for alchemy, and simply nodded to them as a greeting. The three also smiled back, as a response.

Xiao Ling stood in front of the alchemy table, took a deep breath, and adjusted his state. Then he stretched out his finger and flicked it lightly. A white light flashed from his fingertips, drawing a graceful arc.

As the white light dissipated, an ancient medicine cauldron appeared out of thin air and landed steadily on the alchemy table, making a low and powerful sound.

As soon as this medicine cauldron appeared, the medicinal fragrance in the air seemed to become stronger. Its existence was like a magnet, attracting everyone's attention.

Cao Ying and the three giants of Danta couldn't help but stare at this medicine cauldron, with surprise and admiration in their eyes.

"It's the Lingque Ding ranked fourth on the Tianding list," Xuan Kongzi couldn't help but admire, "I didn't expect this little guy to have such a high-quality medicine cauldron. It seems that his opportunity is really not shallow."

However, before they could recover from the quality of Xiao Ling's medicine cauldron, Xiao Ling made a new move.

Xiao Ling first gently touched the ring on his finger, and then hundreds of medicinal herbs and several magic cores were summoned by him. Under his precise control, these medicinal herbs and magic cores slowly floated in the air, as if they were held by an invisible hand, quietly waiting for his next move.

Then he gently stretched out his hand and a ball of golden flame emerged in his palm. As soon as this flame appeared, it emitted a scorching high temperature, and the surrounding air seemed to be slightly distorted by this heat.

However, under Xiao Ling's precise control, the high temperature did not disperse, but was firmly bound around the flame.

As soon as the flame appeared, it immediately attracted the attention of the four people. When they felt the burning breath emanating from the flame, they couldn't help but exclaimed: "This is... strange fire!"

For alchemists, the most ideal alchemy flame is naturally the strange fire that is naturally bred on the Douqi Continent.

However, strange fire is rare, and the opportunity to meet and subdue it is even rarer. Now in Zhongzhou, since Yao Chen, who subdued the Bone Spirit Cold Fire, disappeared, Xiao Ling is the second full-time alchemist who has subdued the strange fire.

Now, they actually saw Xiao Ling summon the strange fire with their own eyes, and even the three giants of Danta couldn't help but be surprised. However, after all, they have experienced ups and downs and have seen a lot. They quickly regained their calm and adjusted their mentality.

And Cao Ying, a young man, is completely different. She is completely attracted by the charm of the strange fire, and her eyes are full of envy and desire.

The Blood Demon Flame that Cao Ying used when refining medicine was also obtained by the Cao family with great effort. The quality is quite good, and other alchemists are very envious. But compared with the strange fire, it is simply the difference between the light of a firefly and the brilliance of the bright moon.

"Teacher, can you recognize the golden strange fire that Xiao Ling used as the one on the strange fire list?" Cao Ying's eyes turned to Xuan Kongzi not far away, with a little curiosity.

Xuan Kongzi smiled slightly, and his eyes stayed on the golden flame in Xiao Ling's hand for a moment. "Golden fire is rare on the list of fires. The fourth-ranked Golden Emperor Burning Heaven Flame and the seventh-ranked Nine Nether Golden Ancestor Fire are the most famous."

"However, the flame in Xiao Ling's hand is more brilliant in color, more like the Golden Emperor Burning Heaven Flame. Although the power of this flame should not be underestimated, it is still a big gap compared to the real Golden Emperor Burning Heaven Flame."

After a slight pause, Xuan Kongzi's tone gradually became strange: "It seems that this kid's origin may not be as simple as it seems, and it is a bit unusual."

Tian Leizi and Xuan Yi also nodded, their eyes looked at Xiao Ling, and their eyes revealed a little strange.

When Cao Ying heard Xuan Kongzi's words, he couldn't help but feel a little confused. But he didn't ask any more questions, but turned his eyes back to Xiao Ling, and the curiosity in his eyes became more intense.

Before the medicine cauldron, Xiao Ling first slowly sent the golden fire into the medicine cauldron and began the first step of refining medicine.

As the temperature in the medicine cauldron gradually increased and reached the requirements for refining the elixir, he began to control the herbs one by one to fly into the medicine cauldron in an orderly manner.

As soon as these herbs entered the medicine cauldron, they were gently wrapped by the golden fire. Under Xiao Ling's control, the flames were divided into dozens of tiny flames, each of which accurately corresponded to a herb, and began to burn slowly, extracting the essence of the herb.

The medicinal fragrance in the air became more and more intense as the herbs were refined. The fragrance of various herbs intertwined together to form a complex and harmonious fragrance that made people feel refreshed.

"This kid is really bold. He actually used flames to refine several herbs at the same time. Isn't he afraid of making mistakes in a hurry?" Tian Leizi sat aside, watching Xiao Ling's medicine refining process, frowning slightly, with a hint of weirdness in his tone.

"Look at his control of the flame, it is indeed very easy, the speed of tempering the medicinal materials is not affected at all, obviously this is not the first time he has done this." Xuan Kongzi watched Xiao Ling's technique and couldn't help but marvel, "Even I dare not say that I can do multiple things like him, how did this kid do it?"

"To be able to refine an eighth-grade elixir at this age, this kid must have extraordinary talent, maybe this ability to do multiple things is his unique feature." Xuan Yi also joined the discussion, her voice was a little envious.

Some alchemists are different from ordinary alchemists, they all have their own special talents. Some people are born with stronger soul power than others, some people have a much better control and affinity for flames than ordinary people, and some people can even absorb the soul power of others. Xuan Kongzi and others naturally regard Xiao Ling's ability to do multiple things as one of his talents.

But what they don't know is that Xiao Ling's ability to do multiple things is actually due to the practice of "Da Yan Jue". If it weren't for the fact that refining pills requires special precision, it would be an easy task for Xiao Ling to do it even if he focused on it.