Chapter 373: Embraced on Both Sides
"The power of the Pill Lightning from an eighth-tier pill is truly terrifying. Even some Dou Venerate experts wouldn't be able to withstand such force." Venerable Tian Huo exclaimed as he observed the gradually dissipating Pill Lightning.
Pills of this tier were not something ordinary people could refine. Even during his two years in the Pill Tower, he had never witnessed the birth of a five-colored pill.
After the Pill Lightning dissipated, Xiao Ming waved his hand and stored the Sky Demon Puppet in his storage ring. With a flick of his finger, the cauldron lid automatically opened, and a dazzling rainbow shot out like lightning!
Just as it attempted to escape into the distance, Xiao Ming's palm grabbed it, restraining it with an invisible force. He then drew it into his palm and placed it into the jade bottle before surveying his surroundings.
With a slight frown, Xiao Ming sensed several hidden auras around him. The appearance of an eighth-tier pill had caused a significant commotion, and it seemed that these people had been drawn here by the pill's extraordinary display.
Upon their arrival, they had concealed themselves in the shadows, leaving their intentions uncertain.
"Hmph!"
Venerable Tian Huo snorted coldly, emitting an invisible wave that spread towards the dark forest, carrying a stifling aura.
With the strength of Venerable Tian Huo and the others, it was natural for them to detect these people. However, the strength of these individuals posed no threat to them, so they didn't pay much attention to them.
These people were merely lurking in the shadows, and they had been warned by Xiao Yi Xian and the others before.
"Forget it, let's go. They're just a bunch of rats," Xiao Ming said, and he lightly stomped on the Red Dragon Claw Eagle beneath his feet. In response to his command, the eagle vigorously flapped its wings, stirring up gusts of wind, and swiftly ascended into the blue sky.
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Above the blue sky, Xiao Ming had put the previous events behind him. At this moment, he handed the Heaven Fusion Pill he had just refined to Medusa.
Medusa received the pill from Xiao Ming, initially showing extreme joy on her face. However, a slight expression of concern soon crossed her features.
"Isn't this Heaven Fusion Pill too high-tier?" she asked.
Eighth-tier pills were known for their strong medicinal power, and she worried that the potent effects might unintentionally affect her unborn child. That was also the reason she had asked Xiao Ming to refine a seventh-tier pill earlier.
"Don't worry. Although the Heaven Fusion Pill is classified as an eighth-tier pill, its medicinal effects are actually very mild. It won't harm the fetus. Moreover, the medicinal power contained within will be stored in your body and gradually transferred to the fetus. During this process, not only will the constitution of the fetus improve, but you will also benefit from it," Xiao Ming reassured her with a smile.
As a Master Alchemist, Xiao Ming was well aware of the impact of medicinal properties on the human body, something even low-tier alchemists would consider. Naturally, he wouldn't overlook such important considerations.
In this way, Xiao Ming found himself embraced on both sides.
As for Venerable Tian Huo, he had long been sensible enough to take control of the Dragon Claw Red Eagle's head and steer the direction.
...
Half a month later, in Holy Pill City.
Xiao Ming and his group left the crowded streets and returned to their residence. As they settled down in the hall, a woman in a light blue dress entered.
The woman possessed an exquisite beauty that was hard to ignore. Her lovely well-proportioned body, under her clothes, revealed an alluring curve that caused one to be attracted. However, there was a subtle air of aloofness surrounding her, creating a sense of distance that left others longing for more. Her demeanor exuded an icy indifference that made it clear she was not easily approachable. Men found it incredibly challenging to capture her attention, and those lacking confidence could only admire her from afar, not daring to make any advances.
Upon entering the hall, the woman's initial aloofness vanished instantly as her gaze fell upon Xiao Ming. A look of joy replaced her indifference, and she quickly walked over.
"Elder Xiao Ming, you're back!" she exclaimed.
She then turned her attention to Xiao Yi Xian and Medusa, respectfully greeting them with cupped hands.
"Xin Lan greets the Ladies."
Xiao Yi Xian smiled kindly at her while Medusa only nodded indifferently, then they both headed to their own rooms.
"Xin Lan, please have a seat," Xiao Ming gestured.
The woman approaching him was Ye Xin Lan, a disciple sent by the Ye Clan for study. Although her talent could not be considered extraordinary, it was still quite good. Coupled with her gentle and obedient nature, Xiao Ming had developed a favorable impression of her.
After Ye Xin Lan took her seat, she first inquired about Xiao Ming's journey and then asked questions regarding alchemy and cultivation.
Xiao Ming generously answered all her inquiries.
Finally, Ye Xin Lan mentioned the main purpose of her visit.
"Elder Xiao Ming, First Elder asked me to inform you that the assessment of the Five Great Clans will take place in one month."
"One month from now? I understand. I will attend at that time," Xiao Ming replied.
The assessment of the Five Great Clans was a walk in the park for Xiao Ming, with no difficulty whatsoever. He only needed to make a trip, which would take half a day at most. However, this meant that his breakthrough to the Dou Venerate realm would be further delayed. Nonetheless, he saw this as an opportunity to focus on advancing his soul realm, which was not a bad thing.
