Chapter 16
Inside the alchemy room, the two realized what had happened and felt somewhat embarrassed.
Danxi feigned composure and shifted her gaze elsewhere, as if carefully examining a corner of the alchemy room.
A blush rose on Jiang Liuya's cheeks. She lowered her head gently, her dusty hands twisting together, her eyes darting away as she looked at the ground.
I happened to catch a glimpse of the floor tiles that had just been removed and hadn't been put back in place yet, so I hurriedly put everything back in its original place.
Danxi calmed herself down, cleared her throat, and said, "You mentioned Foundation Establishment earlier. Have you prepared the materials needed to refine the Foundation Establishment Pill?"
Upon hearing this, Jiang Liuya quickly raised her head, putting away her shyness, and replied earnestly, "We are still missing two relatively rare spiritual herbs. I plan to go to the market in Xingyun Town to exchange them for something."
When the topic of exchanging goods came up, she seemed to think of something interesting, and a spark of light flashed in her eyes.
"Immortal Master, let me show you some fun things." As she spoke, she quickly walked to the wooden shelf and took out a few small bottles from it.
"These are all pills I created myself." Jiang Liuya placed the small bottles on the wooden table beside her, her face beaming with pride. "Although they don't have much spiritual power and can't help cultivators improve their cultivation, they're still quite interesting. I sold quite a few before and even earned some crystals."
Upon hearing these words, Danxi's eyes revealed a hint of surprise and curiosity. He raised an eyebrow slightly and teased, "Oh? That's amazing. You've already created your own elixir at such a young age?"
Jiang Liuya smiled gently, her eyes revealing confidence. She opened one of the bottles and poured out a few black pills.
Although these pills did not contain much spiritual power, based on the aura they emitted, Danxi deduced that their formula was one she had never seen before.
Danxi found it novel and interesting.
"What is this?" he asked curiously, leaning forward slightly and staring intently at the few black pills.
"This is a 'Feign Death Pill,' which is only effective against Qi Refining stage cultivators. After taking it, they will have no breath left, just like they are dead. Taking this pill can deceive opponents or help them evade the pursuit of lower-level cultivators."
Danxi's eyes lit up, and he nodded slightly, praising, "It is truly very interesting."
“The best-selling one is actually this one,” Jiang Liuya said in a light voice. As she spoke, she opened another small bottle and poured out a few red pills.
"What is this?" Danxi asked curiously.
"This is the Joy Pill. After taking it, cultivators will feel happy and joyful," Jiang Liuya said, raising her chin slightly with a hint of pride. She played with the pill in her hand, as if displaying a masterpiece she had carefully crafted.
"You said this kind of pill sells the best, are there really that many people buying it?" Danxi asked doubtfully.
In this world, most cultivators pursue higher levels of cultivation and greater power. Would such elixirs, which bring joy and happiness, truly be sought after by many?
"Perhaps there are still many unhappy people in this world," Jiang Liuya sighed softly.
"Then what is this blue thing?" Danxi opened another small bottle, and through the mouth of the bottle, she could vaguely see that it was a cold blue color inside.
"This is a 'mourning pill,' which will make people sad and upset after taking it."
"How can there be such a pill? Who would use it?" Danxi asked, puzzled.
"So, this kind of pill is not selling well." Jiang Liuya smiled slightly.
The two sat at the table, fiddling with the bottles and jars. Jiang Liuya introduced each of the strange and unusual pills to him, and Dan Xi, unlike his usual indifferent self, enthusiastically exclaimed in amazement.
“They’re all just low-class trinkets,” Jiang Liuya said with a smile. “My master used to say that I was just making a fuss and liked to do unorthodox things.”
"It is indeed a bit noisy, but Miss Jiang has a real talent for alchemy," Danxi said sincerely, her eyes full of admiration.
Although the pills she refined were different from those that aided cultivation in the conventional sense, they were full of boundless creativity and imagination.
Jiang Liuya's eyes lit up instantly, and she said proudly, "My master said the same thing. She said I am the most talented disciple."
"I will definitely carry on my master's mantle and revitalize the Imperial Pill Sect." As she spoke, her spirits soared, as if she were radiating light. Her eyes shone like a dazzling galaxy.
Danxi was somewhat stunned.
Three days later, Jiang Liuya returned from Xingyun Town and knocked on Danxi's door.
The door opened slightly, revealing her travel-worn appearance, yet her eyes shone with joy and composure.
It seems things are going smoothly; all the materials needed for the Foundation Establishment Pill have been gathered.
Afterwards, they went together to the alchemy room.
These days, Danxi has gradually gotten used to it and is giving Jiang Liuya pointers from the side.
Although I can't refine them myself right now, I feel quite satisfied watching her focus on refining pills.
Foundation Establishment Pills are classified as spirit-grade pills. Normally, one needs a cultivation level of at least Foundation Establishment to be able to perform the function.
Refining pills beyond one's level is no easy task.
However, Danxi was prepared; he had set up a spirit-gathering array in advance.
This spirit-gathering array was carefully set up by him based on his previous knowledge and keen perception of spiritual energy.
Once activated, the Spirit Gathering Array can gather the surrounding spiritual energy of heaven and earth, providing powerful spiritual support for alchemy.
With the blessing of the Spirit Gathering Array, guidance from her own side, and Jiang Liuya's own precise control over the heat and spiritual power, what difficulty is there in refining pills beyond her level?
Moreover, if these ingenious combinations can achieve the desired effect, then refining the Nine-Turn Rejuvenation Pill will become even more logical.
"Have you memorized the procedures?" Danxi asked again before we began.
Every step in alchemy is crucial; the slightest mistake could render all previous efforts futile.
Jiang Liuya nodded vigorously, her eyes revealing confidence and determination: "I've got it."
She had practiced everything repeatedly, from the order in which the ingredients were added to controlling the heat and injecting spiritual energy.
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