Chapter 390 The Test by the Two Masters
Lou Chuan stood up, extended his hand to Xiao Zinuo, and said, "Let's go and meet the mentor of our Wu Dou King and Zhong Dan King."
Xiao Zinuo raised his hand, letting Lou Chuan pull him up, and then laughed, "I also want to see what kind of demeanor this young man is who can make those two boys refuse to take another master."
Lou Chuan smiled and said, "Although the young people are capable, the two lads are probably unwilling to become disciples because they find it troublesome, or because they have a deep friendship with their master."
Xiao Zinuo rolled her eyes at him: "Do you think I don't know?"
Lou Chuan said, "I know you were joking."
The two exchanged a few casual words.
Lou Chuan protected Xiao Zinuo and, in a flash, arrived at the outer hall of the War God Temple, at the front hall connecting to the main gate.
The entire process took only a few breaths.
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Zhong Cai fiddled with the teacup, glancing at his master every now and then.
Seeing his beloved disciple in such a state, Sang Yunchu couldn't help but chuckle and sent a few words through telepathy.
【Cherrie, what are you doing?】
Zhong Cai blinked and immediately sent a telepathic message back.
Master, are you nervous?
[It's Xiao Danhuang coming soon! The number one person below Danzun in the Lingxian Sect! Master, you didn't know, did you? He's ranked ninth on the Eighth Level Sky Ranking! All those ahead of him are older than him! And they've all accumulated their strength over many years! Xiao Danhuang is only a little over a thousand years old! He's at the mid-stage of Nirvana!]
[Xiao Danhuang definitely wants to see Master refine pills. I haven't seen Master for so long, I wonder what the success rate is now?]
Master! Once you join the Spirit Immortal Sect and establish your own lineage, I'll immediately attach myself to your sect!
[Make sure to choose the mountain range where medicinal herbs are easiest to grow! I've acquired many new medicinal herbs, and I can share them with my master to grow!]
Sang Yunchu listened to the chattering and her eyes showed a hint of affection.
It seems it's not that I'm nervous, but rather that Cai'er is nervous for me.
Zhong Cai pursed her lips.
Hmm... how could it not be?
Although he felt that anyone from the Lingxian Sect who wasn't stupid would definitely accept him as a master, he was still a little nervous.
Although he didn't know what he was nervous about.
Sang Yunchu's gaze softened further as she picked up a piece of tea snack and took a bite.
【Cai'er, it tastes good.】
Zhong Cai smiled brightly and took some snacks to eat.
[This is made from the Silver Pear Barbarian Sheep, a specialty of the War God Temple. It's meat-based; have Old Wu give Master fresh ones next time!]
Sang Yunchu smiled slightly.
That's fine too.
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Unlike Zhong Cai, who was whispering amongst themselves, Wu Shaogan and Jiang Chongguang didn't exchange any words.
Wu Shaogan simply communicated telepathically with Wu Dongxiao and casually bit off the snack that Zhong Cai had offered to his lips.
Show your full strength.
Wu Dongxiao had been thinking the same thing all along, and now he was even more obedient.
Yes, Uncle.
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The master and his disciples went up to Wu Dongxiao. They had only drunk half a cup of tea and eaten one or two pieces of snacks.
Suddenly, Jiang Chongguang looked warily toward the door.
Sang Yunchu also sensed something and turned his head slightly.
At that moment, two figures suddenly appeared in front of the door.
One was handsome with delicate features and a gentle demeanor, while the other had a cold and stern face and a strong physique.
They all looked like young people, and their temperaments were all quite unique.
Zhong Cai quickly got up and welcomed the two in.
Sang Yunchu, Jiang Chongguang, and others also stood up to greet them.
Zhong Cai took on the important task of introducing them, and gave way to his two masters, saying to the newcomers: "Xiao Danhuang, Palace Master Lou, this is my master Sang Yunchu, and that is Shao Gan's master Jiang Chongguang."
He then immediately introduced the two masters.
“Master, Master Jiang! The one on the left is the first lineage master of the Lingxian Sect, Xiao Zinuo Danhuang. The one on the right is Xiao Danhuang’s Daoist partner, Lou Chuan, the first hall master of the War God Hall.”
Sang Yunchu smiled gently and bowed in greeting.
The same goes for Jiang Chongguang.
Xiao Zinuo and Lou Chuan were equally polite, greeting Sang Jiang and the other person.
Then, both of them sized each other up.
Alchemists sized up other alchemists, and martial arts practitioners sized up other martial arts practitioners.
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Sang Yunchu could sense that the aura emanating from the Xiao Danhuang before him was extremely complex, containing many kinds of medicinal fragrances that he himself could hardly recognize, as well as the auras of many other secret formulas... So this is the ninth on the Sky Pill Emperor Ranking? Truly extraordinary.
Although Sang Yunchu was very confident in himself, he could also tell that he was indeed far inferior to Xiao Danhuang in alchemy.
It seems that his decision to come to the top continent early was absolutely correct. Only by cultivating diligently within the Lingxian Sect for a period of time can he achieve a more profound level of mastery in alchemy, making him no less capable than others and allowing Cai'er to be proud of him as her master.
Sang Yunchu's gaze deepened slightly, and the smile on her lips became even gentler.
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Xiao Zinuo also sensed the fragrance of the pill on Sang Yunchu's body. A look of surprise flashed in his eyes, followed by complete satisfaction.
At less than three hundred years old, with a mid-stage Spirit Transformation realm, he transcended his level to become a Pill Emperor, and it seems that he can refine seventeen or eighteen kinds of eighth-grade pills? Among them, it seems that eight or nine kinds can produce top-quality pills.
Besides, the fragrance of this Sangdan Emperor's pills seemed to exude a mysterious quality, suggesting that although the number of eighth-level pills he had learned was not yet very large, they contained extremely complex techniques...
The feelings were not clear, but Xiao Zinuo had already praised Zhong Cai in his heart a dozen times.
He truly deserves to be the most outstanding disciple of their Lingxian Sect since its founding. Not only is he capable, but he has also brought them such a mature and excellent Pill Emperor!
Sang Danhuang already possesses such abilities in a mere intermediate continent. Once he spends some time at the Lingxian Sect and studies the various alchemy images and classic texts on the Danwu Heavenly Screen, his alchemy skills will surely improve greatly!
Overwhelmed with excitement, Xiao Zinuo felt for a moment that there was no need for any tests; he could be directly accepted into the sect.
However, he quickly calmed down.
The rules cannot be broken, so he still needs to be assessed a little before he can give an explanation to both inside and outside the sect.
But without a doubt, it won't be long before the Lingxian Sect gains a new lineage!
What he needs to think about more now is what kind of treatment to offer.
Xiao Zinuo knew very well that he could not be negligent just because the other party intended to join the Lingxian Sect. The other party was outstanding and had no shortage of places to go. On the other hand, he could not let down his family's "future Pill Master" who had not yet grown up!
He thought that Cai'er's master was invited to the Lingxian Sect as soon as she arrived, which clearly showed that Cai'er had a strong sense of belonging to the Lingxian Sect. Cai'er's master also seemed to trust the Lingxian Sect quite a bit. They should do even better.
Therefore, the treatment should be even better—at least the achievement of "refining pills beyond one's level" should have warranted a boost in treatment.
Xiao Zinuo thought to himself, in the entire Lingxian Sect, there are twelve Pill Emperors after Sang Danhuang. Among them, only Qiu Danhuang, Sang Danhuang, and himself back then can refine pills beyond their level.
Qiu Danhuang's alchemy talent is around 92 or 93, while he himself has reached 95. And this Sang Danhuang... if his prediction is correct, perhaps, very likely, has also reached 95!
We must vigorously cultivate them.
In a few more years, when Emperor Sangdan's realm reaches the Nirvana Realm, he will be able to study the more difficult alchemy techniques at the eighth level. At that time, Emperor Sangdan's strength may be able to squeeze into the eighth level of the Sky Ranking!
At the very least, Sang Danhuang has a greater chance of success than any other eighth-level alchemist in their Lingxian Sect besides himself.
Thinking of this, Xiao Zinuo felt a little regretful.
It's a pity that Sang Danhuang arrived at the top continent too late; otherwise, we might have seen a family with two Danhuang on the Sky Ranking in the future.
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The mutual observation between the two martial arts cultivators was even more straightforward.
As their eyes met, an invisible yet silent clash seemed to occur between their auras.
In Jiang Chongguang's eyes, he could clearly perceive the unfathomable fighting power within Lou Chuan's body, like a terrifying volcano containing endless magma. At first glance, it did not seem so imposing, but in reality, it would unleash incredibly terrifying energy with just the slightest tremor!
When Lou Chuan looked at Jiang Chongguang, he saw a rather fierce aura emanating from him—it was as if a ferocious tiger capable of devouring the sky and earth was roaring fiercely at him!
Of course, when the tiger leaped invisibly, it did not get close to Louchuan before naturally dissipating.
Lou Chuan nodded secretly.
His strength is considerable. Even at the early stage of Nirvana, his aura can manifest to this extent. It must be true that he was able to slaughter an eighth-order savage beast when he was in the Spirit Transformation stage. He must have also received a very good inheritance.
If the opponent had been born on a top-tier continent from the beginning, his combat power would probably be even stronger. But it's not too late now. With more training at such a young age, he might be able to reach the level of a Sky King when he reaches the late Nirvana stage.
While Nirvana can nurture clones in its later stages, it's extremely difficult to rival an eighth-level Battle King in the early to mid-stages... At least Jiang Chongguang isn't capable of that yet.
Lou Chuan had already mentally outlined several training plans.
Regarding the resources that can be allocated, a list of more than a dozen items was quickly compiled...
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While both sides may have had many internal thoughts, in reality, their mutual scrutiny was only fleeting.
Xiao Danhuang quickly said, "If Sang Danhuang doesn't mind, shall we refine a batch of pills here?"
Sang Yunchu said frankly, "Of course. I would appreciate any guidance from Emperor Xiao Dan."
Emperor Xiao Dan smiled gently: "Emperor Sang Dan, please."
Sang Yunchu didn't say much, but smiled at Zhong Cai and said, "Cai'er, come and take a look too?"
Zhong Cai said with a grin, "Of course! I'll definitely watch Master refine the elixir very carefully!"
Xiao Danhuang raised an eyebrow slightly—from what he had seen, Zhong Cai was clearly more lively in front of his master, which was quite interesting.
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Beside him, Lou Chuan said to Jiang Chongguang, "The martial arts cultivator assessment has different rules. Brother Jiang, please come with me."
Jiang Chongguang readily agreed.
Zhong Cai quickly said, "By the way, Lord Lou! My nephew and I also need to take the assessment. Where would be a suitable place to take him?"
Lou Chuan followed Zhong Cai's gaze and noticed that a tall young man with a fiery aura was standing respectfully behind Wu Shaogan.
The young man was very docile and unassuming, so Lou Chuan's attention had been focused on Jiang Chongguang, and he hadn't noticed him at all. But now, looking at him, he realized... this junior seemed to have a very deep foundation, and his fighting aura was... quite domineering? He was no ordinary person either.
Xiao Zinuo also heard Zhong Cai's voice and subconsciously looked at Wu Dongxiao. Upon seeing him, he was slightly taken aback—this kid's alchemy skills seemed to have reached level five? Although he thought it was just ordinary, he could still produce several top-grade pills, which was similar to his own level. If he was currently being tested on martial arts... could it be that he was a dual practitioner of alchemy and martial arts?
Then the two men noticed that the young man remained calm and composed, neither arrogant nor humble, even under their watchful eyes.
He's a very peculiar guy. Despite his young age, he exudes a unique aura that makes it easy for people to like him.
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Xiao Zinuo didn't look for long before turning his head away.
Lou Chuan then said, "This young friend must want to join the hall where Brother Jiang is? Let Shao Gan take him along for now. After Brother Jiang goes through the procedures, I will personally oversee his test. Once it's done, I will go with Brother Jiang. How does that sound?"
Wu Shaogan cupped his hands and said, "Yes, we will do as the Palace Master says."
Wu Dongxiao also bowed.
Lou Chuan then made a "please" gesture to Jiang Chongguang.
Jiang Chongguang remained polite.
Then, the two moved slightly, as if transforming into a streak of light, and disappeared in an instant.
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Wu Shaogan called out to Wu Dongxiao.
Wu Dongxiao followed behind Wu Shaogan and walked with him to Zhong Cai's side.
Several of the younger generation were all preparing to watch Sang Yunchu refine pills.
Xiao Zinuo took out an array plate and said with a smile, "Refining an eighth-grade pill takes a long time, and Emperor Sangdan will need to make arrangements afterward. Therefore, I will refine the pill in this array. What does Emperor Sangdan think?"
This array can compress time, making "one day equal to ten days". In other words, if Sang Yunchu were to use an ordinary furnace to refine pills beyond his level, even at the fastest speed, it would still take fifteen days. However, if he were to refine pills in this array, it would only take one and a half days.
Sang Yunchu chuckled and said, "Of course." He paused for a moment, then asked, "The alchemy furnace I use is an ancient artifact that can double the speed of alchemy. I wonder if it can be used in conjunction with this formation?"
As they spoke, Sang Yunchu had already taken out the eighth-level ancient alchemy furnace.
Xiao Zinuo examined it for a moment and smiled, "It's usable."
Sang Yunchu smiled slightly: "That would be even more convenient."
Indeed, since the time had already been halved, it wouldn't take a whole day at all inside the formation.
Xiao Zinuo took out the Time Array Plate, which actually cost a lot. For alchemists, unless it was for an emergency pill, they would never use this array plate. It was also not used for the assessment of visiting alchemists.
He is now willing to use it for two reasons: firstly, because Sang Yunchu is the Pill Emperor, and secondly, because he wants to see Sang Yunchu's pill-making skills.
Because of the accelerated time, the test for alchemists is even greater.
If a single movement is not precise enough, it can easily cause the oven to explode.
However, if Sang Yunchu can successfully extract pills in this array, it will undoubtedly prove that his pill-making skills and adaptability are extremely strong.
The compensation will be improved again.
Sang Yunchu knew perfectly well what was going on, and was happy to oblige—his beloved disciple had gone to such lengths to introduce him, his master, so how could he not make his disciple proud? He had to present a perfect image.
Thus, the two sides hit it off immediately.
Sang Yunchu stepped into the formation, gently placed the alchemy furnace on the ground, and flicked his finger, causing the wood fire to blaze fiercely.
Standing outside the formation, Zhong Cai and the others saw Sang Yunchu smoothly take out a large number of medicinal herbs. In just a few breaths, the furnace had been warmed up and even started refining.
Every step is extremely precise.
A hint of nostalgia appeared on Zhong Cai's face.
The pill that Master is refining now is the Idle Cloud Pill...
Back when he was still on the Flying Star Continent, his master was very skilled at refining this kind of pill, and at that time he had already produced top-grade ones.
Now my master's alchemy skills are even more advanced, making the refining process much easier.
Zhong Cai is now a sixth-level Pill King, and his eyesight is much better than before. So he can roughly tell that his master's techniques are flawless. If nothing unexpected happens, he can produce a full batch of pills at the fastest speed, and even the best ones!
He couldn't help but daydream... Back then, his master was lucky to produce one top-grade item per batch; now he should be able to produce at least two...
Xiao Zinuo watched Sang Yunchu refine pills, so he could see it more clearly.
Good, skillful technique.
The acceleration of the time array did not affect Sang Danhuang's performance in the slightest.
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Lou Chuan led Jiang Chongguang into a grand hall reserved for Nirvana cultivators.
Because of his speed and the fact that Jiang Chongguang was a complete stranger, he attracted the attention of many palace masters.
Some souls touched each other, weaving into a dense net.
Could it be that one of the disciples has broken through to the Nirvana realm?
[Impossible! I know all the peak Spirit Transformation cultivators in each hall; this person doesn't exist!]
[Lord Lou seems to value this person highly. They are currently heading to the Cultivation Hall... If it were a stranger going there, it would usually be for an assessment. Could it be a rogue cultivator from elsewhere who wants to join my War God Hall?]
[Although this person is only at the early stage of Nirvana, his aura is overwhelming, indicating considerable combat strength! Joining my War God Temple is no problem. Once he opens his new temple, I will definitely challenge him to a duel!]
What's the point of saying all this? Let's go take a look together!
[Exactly! Let's go take a look!]
As these thoughts flashed by, many of the branch hall masters transformed into beams of light, streaking across the sky and following the two of them.
Lou Chuan, who was ahead, noticed their movements, but made no attempt to stop them.
As a result, even more people went to Nirvana.
It was as if... it had transformed into a sky full of shooting stars.
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The test for those seeking Nirvana is as simple as it gets.
Lou Chuan stood on one side of the training ground and said, "Brother Jiang, let me fight you."
Jiang Chongguang could not get what he wanted.
In fact, when he sensed Lou Chuan's terrifying aura, his fighting spirit surged and he was eager to try.
Now, without hesitation, he launched himself into the training ground.
Lou Chuan: "Please."
Jiang Chongguang: "Please."
The two men were brimming with energy, and in a flash, they were engaged in fierce combat!
At the same time, several more figures appeared "whoosh" outside the training ground.
It consisted of at least several dozen Nirvana cultivators... and their disciples and grand-disciples who were of lower cultivation levels, whom they brought along along.
This brat is right next to me, and he insisted on coming over to see this too!
My little one is about to become a spirit, so I brought him along to broaden his horizons!
[This is an opportunity not to be missed! Whoever gets it, gets it! Those brats who aren't by my side deserve to miss out!]
The disciples and their followers are mostly engaged in building palaces and performing rituals.
They were all filled with anticipation, eager to witness the battle between the two Nirvana beings.
You will definitely benefit greatly.
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On the Danwu Sky Screen, there is a "Forum" section.
It was just an ordinary day, not particularly lively, and the topics of conversation were mostly mundane.
But suddenly a post appeared.
[Discussion] Has anyone noticed? Our Temple Masters of the Temple of War have all gone mad!
The title was truly startling, and many disciples immediately opened the post and quickly began browsing it.
The poster wasn't lying; the opening line was: "Dozens of palace masters left together! I saw they all went to the training ground, looking quite aggressive. Were they about to have a group fight?"
[Martial Universe: This can't be, right? Maybe something happened in the past?]
[Wu Dou Qiongxiao: I also think it's impossible. Are there any other brothers who know? Don't be stingy! Come and tell me!]
[Martial Arts Azure: Here we go! My master went too, and he even took my senior brother with him. My senior brother is about to break through, and I heard that someone who has achieved Nirvana is going to join the War God Hall. Hall Master Lou personally took him to the assessment!]
[Martial Arts in the Vast Ocean: A New Rebirth? Is it a powerful rogue cultivator? Why is there an assessment all of a sudden?]
[Episode 8 of the Furnace Explosion: I just came here to relax and heard this news. Is it true? Is a new Nirvana Realm member joining? Which senior is it?]
[Martial Arts Ocean: I don't know either! Waiting for news!]
[Martial Volcano: News has arrived! You'll never guess what's going on! This is our Junior Brother Wu's master! He's come from the Intermediate Continent! He's come specifically to join our War God Temple!]
Then came a flood of comments like "What?!", "Really?!", "Is he really Brother Wu's master?", "How do you know?", "Just tell me, stop being so mysterious!", a dense and overwhelming barrage of replies.
[Martial Arts Volcano: What's there to lie about? I took on a mission to guard the gate today and witnessed it with my own eyes! I was there the whole time! And it wasn't just Junior Brother Wu who introduced his master; the Pill King next door also introduced his master, who's supposedly a Pill Emperor!]
This sparked the emergence of countless alchemists.
[Today's Third Bombshell: Really? An Eighth-Level Pill Emperor? Joining our Spirit Immortal Sect?]
[Today's bombshell junior sister: That's a Pill Emperor! Our Spirit Immortal Sect only has about ten, and now another one is coming?]
[Senior Brother Explodes: But since he's King Zhong's master, it's not surprising that he's also a Pill Emperor!]
[Whoever comes, I'll bomb them: Hahaha! Our two families are so lucky! First, we got Wu Douwang and Junior Brother Zhong, and now their masters are here too! We suddenly have a Pill Emperor and a Palace Master! That's real strength! Hahaha! This is so satisfying!]
[Martial Volcano: Who says otherwise? I was almost scared to death when I saw it today! Who would have thought those two would bring two level eight powerhouses with them!]
[Even if it explodes ten more times, we're not afraid: Now we have another Pill Emperor! Could Junior Brother Zhong's master be an ordinary person? Sure enough, he is a Pill Emperor!]
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