This time, the intensity of the flames seems to be even stronger than before.

The alchemists watching seemed to have already anticipated the outcome, as they gazed at Qin Xin's furnace, which was now engulfed in flames once more.

They all shook their heads at each other.

Although some alchemists had already turned and left, this was mainly because they were not interested in the internal struggles within the Alchemy Academy. The reason they had stayed was only because they were amazed by Qin Xin's talent in alchemy and the strange fire in his hand.

Of course, many alchemists also had their own agendas.

In this Central Plains region, although there are many strange flames, very few can be subdued. Moreover, subduing a strange flame is extremely difficult, with a life-or-death situation being the least likely outcome. Ordinary alchemists simply do not dare to attempt it.

But what if we directly subdue that alchemist who possesses the strange fire...?

So many people here are having this idea.

"Buzz~!"

A ripple of energy appeared once again in the Blazing Black Iron Pill Furnace in front of Qin Xin.

"Bang!"

The furnace cauldron of the Blazing Black Iron Furnace was suddenly lifted open.

Because of the intense heat from the strange fire, the furnace had turned reddish. Even with the barrier of the array, the alchemists who were watching outside and had not yet left could still sense the heat emanating from it.

"Haha, looks like we've failed!"

Zhuge Tao directly mocked, believing that at this temperature, the Breaking Martial Pill in the furnace would turn to ashes.

Moreover, Zhuge Tao deliberately changed into a new alchemist's robe, which made his intentions quite obvious.

Ling Hanyan had no other thoughts at the moment and paid any attention to these people; her gaze was entirely focused on Qin Xin.

“What is he doing…”

Ling Hanyan murmured softly. She had seen Qin Xin's unique method of spiritual ascension before and felt that Qin Xin was hiding something, which was why she trusted him so much.

However, now that the first method of spiritual ascension has been completed, the terrifying flames generated in this second attempt were not formed for the purpose of refining pills at all.

At such a temperature, normal pills simply could not exist, and for a moment, I accepted the result of failure.

However, she did not blame Qin Xin. She had refused the position of Dean of the Pill Academy in the first place. If it weren't for the requests from Tianxuan Sect and Yun Li, she might have resigned from the position long ago.

Now, this opportunity will allow her to refocus on the refining of elixirs.

This is also what Ling Hanyan hoped for.

Qin Xin, who had kept his eyes tightly closed, suddenly opened his dark eyes and a smile appeared on his lips.

"Why is this kid still laughing? Is he discouraged by the failed refining attempt?"

Seeing the smile on Qin Xin's lips, Yun Li was somewhat unhappy, because this bet directly caused Ling Hanyan to lose her position as an elder, which ruined all her plans in the Pill Academy.

So when they saw Qin Xin's expression after failing to refine the item, they initially thought he had been sold out by Jia Yi and his group and was deliberately putting on an act for them.

"It seems he succeeded."

Upon seeing Qin Xin's expression, Ling Hanyan's usually calm face broke into a slight smile.

Yun Li was completely bewildered by Ling Hanyan's words.

At the same time, the blue and pink air currents slowly flowing out of the alchemy furnace attracted the attention of many people.

Most importantly, within these two streams of energy, a round pill shimmering with a white halo was spinning around.

"Buzz~!"

After the white-glowing pill trembled slightly, two streams of energy rushed directly into it.

Two patterns, one green and one pink, appeared directly on the broken martial core.

The appearance of this pill immediately drew gasps from the audience. Many alchemists quickly took out communication talismans, seemingly to notify their respective factions.

If Qin Xin had refined a pill with only one pill pattern, it might not have caused such a stir, since there are quite a few alchemists in this pill academy who can refine pills with only one pill pattern.

However, these two pill patterns are different. This means that Qin Xin's understanding of pill refining has surpassed that of most sixth-grade alchemists. He only needs to improve his strength, and it is very likely that he will soon become a seventh-grade alchemist.

In this Central Continent, the value of a seventh-grade alchemist is self-evident to any power. They are a treasure to any family or force, and recruiting them would greatly enhance the family's strength.

To know the terrifying influence of a seventh-grade alchemist.

Of course, Qin Xin was aware of all this. The reason he unleashed his alchemist skills during this fifth-grade advanced alchemist competition was to enhance his own strength.

The more Qin Xin learned about Zhongzhou, the more his belief in avenging Qin Haotian began to waver.

Now that his alchemist skills are recognized, if a conflict were to arise with Qin Haotian in the future, the Qin Clan of Zhongzhou would have to think twice before trying to sabotage him.

These were also the escape routes Qin Xin had left for himself.

"Two Breakthrough Pills! It really worked..."

Looking at the flawless pills inside Qin Xin's blazing black iron furnace, Yun Li, who had been questioning Qin Xin, was momentarily speechless, but a strange light flashed in her eyes.

"Damn! This guy actually managed to develop two runes! Teacher, what are we going to do?!"

When Zhuge Tao saw the Breaking Martial Pill in front of Qin Xin, he couldn't help but swear. He was actually a bit older than Ling Hanyan, so he was naturally jealous when he saw Ling Hanyan become an elder of the Tuocang Mountain Pill Academy.

Although Ling Hanyan was a sixth-grade high-level alchemist, he had no status in the Tuocang Mountain Alchemy Academy. As Elder Li Xi's closed-door disciple and a senior member of the academy, alchemists of higher rank could only treat him with utmost respect.

But now, asking him to bow and apologize to Ling Hanyan, Zhuge Tao felt unable to lower his head for a moment.

However, when Zhuge Tao saw his teacher Li Xi's face, which had turned black, he was so frightened that he quickly lowered his head, because he knew that his teacher must be even angrier than him at this moment.

In contrast, Jia Yi actually smiled when he saw Qin Xin refine two Breaking Martial Pills.

However, something always seemed a little out of place on that somewhat sinister-looking face.

As Qin Xin stepped out of the alchemy assessment room, Jia Yi rushed forward before everyone else, exclaiming, "Truly, a hero emerges from among the young!"

"Young Brother Qin Xin has refined these two Breaking Martial Pills at such a young age; it must be thanks to that final pill-condensing technique!"

Upon hearing Jia Yi's words, Qin Xin's mind was shaken.

Qin Xin felt a growing sense of apprehension towards Vice Dean Jia Yi.

Although Jia Yi's congratulations seemed perfectly normal and even demonstrated his magnanimity, his deliberate mention of the method of condensing the elixir was tantamount to putting Qin Xin on the edge of a knife.

It is important to know that every alchemist has their own method of condensing pills. This method is based on the alchemist's own understanding of alchemy, and sometimes it is also based on the teachings of their teacher.

However, the method of condensing pills is the lifeblood of any alchemist and cannot be easily passed on to other sects.

Attributing the failure of the two-patterned Martial Arts Pill to the pill-condensing method would likely tempt many powerful alchemists to harbor malicious intentions and set their sights on Qin Xin.

"Thank you, Vice Dean Jia. It was just good luck that we were able to refine this broken martial pill."

Qin Xin remained expressionless, calmly said something, brushed past Jia Yi's outstretched hand, and directly handed the two Breaking Martial Pills to Yun Li.

Jia Yi awkwardly withdrew his hand from mid-air, and his eyes turned cold as he looked at Qin Xin.

"It is indeed a two-pattern Breakthrough Pill. Qin Xin has passed the fifth-grade advanced alchemist assessment!"

Yun Li examined the pills closely, noticing the two patterns, one blue and one pink, on them. Her eyes showed appreciation. Then she looked at Jia Yi and said, "Vice Dean Jia, you should have no objections, right?"

"Of course." Jia Yi replied calmly, then turned to leave the alchemy academy's assessment area.

Seeing this, Li Xi and Zhuge Tao remained silent and turned to follow Jia Yi away.

"Wait!" Qin Xin said softly, but everyone heard him. "The bet hasn't been honored yet."

Upon hearing Qin Xin's words, Zhuge Tao's face was filled with anger, while Li Xi stopped in his tracks with a dark expression.

"Since there's a bet, then you can go." Jia Yi hadn't expected Qin Xin to suddenly stop them. After speaking with Li Xi, he looked at Qin Xin and said, "Young man, you have great talent, but you should learn to be forgiving, especially since you're in the Dan Academy."

"I understand what Vice Dean Jia means. I would also like to ask Elder Li and this Zhuge Tao to apologize to Elder Ling. That way, our Alchemy Academy can be harmonious again."

Qin Xin naturally understood Jia Yi's words, but immediately began to act cute and pretend to be stupid.

Even the usually aloof Ling Hanyan couldn't help but chuckle after hearing Qin Xin's words.

This brought Yun Li, who was studying the two-pattern Breaking Martial Pill, back to her senses.

"Elder Ling, we were presumptuous!" At Li Xi's prompting, Zhuge Tao bowed directly to Ling Hanyan to apologize.

However, the two then immediately walked out of the assessment area.

"Ai! Ai! And Elder Li is here too!"

Qin Xin hurriedly called out, "Elder Li!"

Despite Qin Xin's shouts, Li Xi never stopped walking.

Just as Qin Xin was about to step forward to intercept him, Ling Hanyan also stood in front of Qin Xin and stopped him, saying calmly, "Let it go. After all, Li Xi has been an elder in the Tuocang Mountain Pill Academy for decades. If we really make him bow and apologize to me, I'm afraid we'll have a grudge, and it won't be easy for either of us in the Pill Academy in the future."

Yun Li, who was standing to the side, also spoke up, "Han Yan is right, but Qin Xin, I really didn't expect you to be able to refine a two-pattern Breaking Martial Pill."

"Just lucky," Qin Xin replied casually.

At this moment, the robe of a fifth-grade high-level alchemist was ready.

Qin Xin saw many alchemists waiting for him outside the assessment area, all seemingly because of his successful refinement of the two Breaking Martial Pills.

It should be known that these two Breaking Martial Pills can increase a martial artist's probability of advancing from the Qi Sea Realm to the Yuan Mansion Realm by four levels, which is indispensable for any force or family.

At Yun Li's invitation, Qin Xin followed Ling Hanyan toward the pavilion where she lived.

Seeing Qin Xin being taken away by Yun Li, some of the waiting families and forces reluctantly dispersed.