Chapter 1132: Chapter 1132: Medicine Life Pavilion
Xiao Yi skillfully refined the potion.
A middle-aged man standing nearby furrowed his brows from time to time.
The woman next to him looked displeased and whispered, "Deacon, isn’t this person just here to cause trouble?"
"Throwing all the materials into the Alchemy Furnace at once, who refines like that?"
"Isn’t he afraid the furnace will explode? That batch of Peak of Ninth Grade materials surely won’t go to waste."
The middle-aged man stayed silent, focusing intently on Xiao Yi’s refining actions.
Being a Deacon of the Medicine Venerate Hall, his Alchemist Rank and skills in refining were naturally far superior to the woman beside him.
He knew that someone like Xiao Yi, seemingly refining haphazardly, only meant one thing.
It meant the person before him could refine this Elixir effortlessly.
His understanding of elixirs at this level was already masterful.
After a while, Xiao Yi halted his refining.
From within the Alchemy Furnace, a perfectly round and transparent Elixir slowly emerged.
"The Elixir is complete." The middle-aged man received it, glanced at it, and his expression changed.
"Another Perfect Level, impressive."
"Kid, you have some skills." The middle-aged man had already changed his tone.
"Judging by your refining technique, it’s likely you’re beyond the Peak Stage of Ninth Grade."
"However, I don’t get the final say; you’ll have to pass the examination."
"Would you like to try refining a Holy-grade Elixir?"
"There’s no need." Xiao Yi stood up, shaking his head, "As long as I pass the examination, that will suffice."
"Deacon, just register my information and issue the Token; I’m pressed for time."
"Well... alright." The middle-aged man nodded, "But let me remind you, if you continue the examination and pass, your rank within the Medicine Venerate Hall will be higher."
"The higher the rank, the greater the authority and benefits within the Medicine Venerate Hall."
"There’s no need." Xiao Yi still shook his head, "Thank you for your kindness, Deacon."
"Alright then, such a pity." The middle-aged man nodded, then handed the Elixir to the woman beside him.
"Send the Elixir to the treasury of the sub-hall, and then retrieve the Token to prepare this kid’s identity registration."
"Yes." The woman took the Elixir and turned to leave.
The materials were provided by the Medicine Venerate Hall, and Xiao Yi was merely undergoing an examination.
Therefore, the Elixir produced was naturally the property of the Medicine Venerate Hall.
Not long after, the woman returned.
The middle-aged man looked at Xiao Yi, smiling broadly, "Once you complete the registration process, you’ll be a member of my Medicine Venerate Hall."
"In the future, we’ll be comrades."
"I am the Chief Steward of this Medicine Venerate Hall and the person in charge of this sub-hall."
"If you need anything in the future, you can come to me."
Xiao Yi nodded, "Much appreciated, thank you."
Medicine Life City is just a small town at the edge of the Four-direction Domain.
The martial artist forces within the city are not strong, hence the sub-hall directors stationed here are merely Chief Stewards.
And this middle-aged man is just a Peak Martial Artist of the Saint Realm.
However, Xiao Yi’s intuition suggested that the middle-aged man’s refining skills far surpassed his cultivation.
After following the woman and completing the registration, Xiao Yi retrieved the Token and turned to leave.
"Take care, Master Yi Xiao." The woman said with a smile.
"If you ever need anything, Master Yi Xiao, you can always come back to the sub-hall for assistance."
"Oh, and Master Yi Xiao, each year you need to complete certain tasks, don’t forget."
"Understood." Xiao Yi nodded and left the Medicine Venerate Hall.
The term "Master" is a respectful title for many Alchemists.
Especially those with a high rank and reputation; everyone respectfully calls them by this title.
After all, Alchemists are one of the most esteemed professions in the Flame Dragon Continent.
As for tasks.
Among the Ancient Eight Halls, aside from the Asura Hall and Demon Hunting Hall, martial artists from the other six halls must complete certain tasks every year or periodically, accumulating Task Points.
The Medicine Venerate Hall is no exception.
However, the tasks of the Medicine Venerate Hall are somewhat unique.
There’s no need to hunt down demon beasts or engage in battles.
The tasks are simply refining tasks.
During Ancient Times, martial artists’ abilities far exceeded those today; each martial artist had astonishing prowess.
Alchemists, devoted solely to refining, were much weaker in Martial Arts cultivation, hence compared to ordinary martial artists, their combat strength was weaker.
In Ancient Times, the Eight Halls were established to unite against the menace of demon beasts, each performing their designated roles.
The task of Medicine Venerate Hall martial artists was to produce a continuous supply of elixirs for use by martial artists from the other seven halls.
According to records, during the Ancient Times’ battles against demon beasts, the Medicine Venerate Hall’s contributions were indispensable.
The endless stream of elixirs with miraculous effects.
Often allowing blood-drenched warriors to heal instantly even if severely injured.
Often, when fighting demon beasts, if primordial power was insufficient, consuming an elixir instantly restored it.
In times of disadvantage, the instantaneous burst provided by power-enhancing elixirs often turned the tide of battle from defeat to victory.
It was documented that during the Ancient Times battles of the Eight Halls against demon beasts, without the Medicine Venerate Hall, human martial artists’ casualties would have multiplied.
Their odds of victory would have been at least halved.
Miraculous and astounding elixirs solidified the status of Alchemists.
It was from that era that Alchemists became one of the most esteemed professions on the continent.
However, in Ancient Times, the Medicine Venerate Hall provided countless elixirs unconditionally.
As of today, the demon beast menace has passed; seeking elixirs from the Medicine Venerate Hall comes with a significant cost.
Simply put, those posting tasks at the Medicine Venerate Hall are either offering rewards for elixirs or hiring Alchemists for refining tasks.
Naturally, the tasks within the Medicine Venerate Hall are extremely simple for Alchemists.
As such, the Medicine Venerate Hall encompasses nearly all Alchemists across the lands.
Within the hall, Alchemists possess various privileges and rights.
The Medicine Venerate Hall is the best place for protection and residency for Alchemists.
Currently, Xiao Yi is a Level 9 Medicine Master.
Returning to the main topic.
Xiao Yi left the Medicine Venerate Hall and walked briskly.
Shortly after, he stopped in front of a magnificent building.
"Medicine Life Pavilion, this is it." Xiao Yi nodded and entered quickly.
"Halt." At the entrance of the Medicine Life Pavilion, two Gate Guards stopped Xiao Yi.
"Two Mid-stage Saint Realm." Xiao Yi glanced at them and nodded.
"Who are you?" The Gate Guards asked sternly, "Do you not know that the Medicine Life Pavilion is a vital area for the City Lord and cannot be entered without permission?"
"I know." Xiao Yi nodded, "I also know this is where the City Lord invites city Alchemists for exchange and mutual refinement knowledge exploration."
"And yet you still attempt to trespass..." The martial artists shouted coldly.
Xiao Yi produced his Medicine Venerate Hall Token and interrupted, "Can I enter now?"
"Hmm? Ninth-grade Alchemist?" The two guards looked at the token, and their tone immediately changed.
"Ah, so it’s a Master from the Medicine Venerate Hall; please, enter, please enter."
Their attitude noticeably transformed.
Xiao Yi nodded and entered the Medicine Life Pavilion.
Upon entering, rich Dan Fragrance wafted into his nose.
All around, Alchemists, gentle and refined, were conversing and discussing.
Suddenly, a steward-looking old man approached briskly.
"The City Lord has commanded, the Medicine Life Pavilion’s grand refining competition is about to begin."
"The victor will receive generous rewards from the City Lord’s Mansion, along with the City Lord’s unconditional promise."
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Third update.
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