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The seventh-grade medicinal recipe in Xiao Ling's hand was a low-grade seventh-grade elixir created by Yao Chen using Seven Illusions Green Spirit Saliva as the main ingredient, supplemented with precious ingredients such as Dragon Heart Vine, Ice Spirit Leaf, and Purple Flame Crystal. The
Seven Illusions Soul-Clearing Pill's primary effects typically include repairing damaged soul power, enhancing soul perception, defending against external soul attacks, and purifying the soul of impurities and negative emotions, aiding practitioners in achieving breakthroughs and advancements in soul cultivation.
Xiao Ling had now gathered all the ingredients for the recipe and was about to begin refining this low-grade seventh-grade elixir.
Xiao Ling looked at the seventh-grade prescription in his hand, frowning slightly. He looked at Yao Chen and asked, "Old Yao, do you think that with my current abilities, I can successfully refine this Seven Illusion Soul-Clearing Pill?"
Yao Chen looked at Xiao Ling firmly and said, "Boy, you must have confidence. With your current alchemy attainments and control over your soul power, as long as you are well prepared and cautious, success will not be difficult."
Xiao Ling felt a little relieved after hearing Yao Chen's words, but still a little uneasy: "But this is a seventh-grade pill after all, I'm still a little worried that it will fail."
Yao Chen patted Xiao Ling on the shoulder: "Don't be intimidated by difficulties. Haven't many miracles happened to you? Believe in your own strength, and trust my judgment."
Xiao Ling bit his lip and said: "Master Yao, what do you think I need to pay most attention to during the refining process?"
Yao Chen paused for a moment, then slowly spoke, "The ingredients required for the Seven Illusions Soul-Clearing Pill are all rare, and the energy fluctuations generated during fusion are extremely strong. You must carefully control the input of Dou Qi. Any carelessness will result in all your efforts being wasted. Also, the temperature must be controlled precisely. Temperature fluctuations at every stage can affect the quality and shape of the pill."
Yao Chen continued, "Also, maintaining a calm mind is crucial. Don't be impatient while refining the pill. Any external interference or inner panic can lead to failure."
Xiao Ling took a deep breath. "Thank you, Master Yao, for your advice. I will be extremely careful."
"Don't worry too much. If anything goes wrong while refining the pill, I will take action to control it and will not waste the ingredients." Yao Chen stroked his beard and smiled faintly.
Hearing this, Xiao Ling's slight nervousness dissipated. Initially, Xiao Ling was a bit nervous, mainly because he had never personally refined a seventh-grade elixir before. Being his first time, he was inevitably a bit nervous.
Nodding slightly, Xiao Ling smiled, "If that's the case, then I have nothing to worry about. Let's find a place to refine the Seven Illusions Soul-Clearing Pill tomorrow."
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The next morning.
Xiao Ling explained to the three women that he was going to refine a seventh-grade elixir, which would take anywhere from several to ten days.
Although the three women wanted to accompany Xiao Ling, he declined.
This time, Xiao Ling planned to bring only Yao Chen, Liekongzuo, and his soul and beast.
He intended to lure out the "Jiejie Monster," a six-star Dou Zong. After all, Xiao Ling wasn't about to let such a high-quality soul slip away.
Yao Chen, now a Dou Zong, could easily deal with ordinary Dou Zongs.
In the original novel, Yao Chen was unable to defeat the Wu Guardian, primarily due to the Soul Palace's various strange attacks that inhibited spirit forms, and his sudden increase in strength to eight-star Dou Zong after devouring Yunshan's soul. Without Yao Chen's skills, even if he couldn't defeat the Wu Guardian, he would still have no problem moving freely.
Furthermore, after taking the Seven Illusions Soul-Clearing Pill, Yao Chen's strength would undoubtedly be greatly enhanced, making it virtually impossible for him to single-handedly defeat the "Jiejie Monster."
If anything unexpected were to occur, Xiao Ling could simply use the Ten Thousand Souls Banner to subdue the Wu Guardian. Soul Palace guardians are generally disembodied, giving the Banner ample scope for its use.
As for why he didn't decide to use the Banner to refine the "Jiejie Monster," it was primarily because Xiao Ling feared Yao Chen's misunderstanding. He didn't intend to tell anyone about the Banner. If the news leaked out, such as to those in Danta, it would be disastrous.
After conversing with the three women, Xiao Ling donned his Bone Flame Ring, mounted his Split Sky Seat, and flew toward the Demonic Beast Mountain Range.
After a long flight, he finally discovered a towering, mist-shrouded peak deep within a rarely visited mountain range near the Holy City of Gama.
The peak was steep, with jagged rocks and surrounded by deep canyons and dense forests, exuding a mysterious and tranquil aura.
Xiao Ling retracted his Split Sky Seat, unfurling a pair of Dou Qi wings behind him. He soared along the steep mountain path toward the summit, a cool breeze brushing against his face.
Landing at the summit, the view suddenly widened. Before him lay a vast, open plain, surrounded by ancient pines and cypresses. The rustling of the pine trees seemed to speak of the vicissitudes of time.
The rock beneath his feet was hard and cold, exuding a sense of age. In the distance, birds streaked across the sky, leaving only a few crisp chirps that echoed through the silent peaks.
Nodding slightly, Xiao Ling took a deep breath of the mountain air. "This place is great, a perfect place for refining elixirs."
After selecting the spot, Xiao Ling began setting up the alchemy field.
With a flick of his finger, he pulled the Black Demon Cauldron from his storage ring and placed it steadily on the ground.
Yao Chen also emerged from his Bone Flame Ring and stroked his beard. "Boy, get ready."
Xiao Ling nodded, intently arranging the various herbs beside him so they could be easily accessed during the alchemy process.
Xiao Ling took a deep breath and quickly formed seals with his hands. A ball of cyan and gold flame rose from his palms. This was his special fire—Blue Lotus Golden Flame.
Carefully, he directed the flame into the bottom of the alchemy furnace. Immediately, the furnace trembled slightly, and a faint blue glow gradually appeared on the walls.
As the temperature rose, Xiao Ling added the Seven Illusions Azure Spirit Saliva into the furnace in order. As soon as the main ingredient came into contact with the blazing strange fire, it transformed into a ball of green liquid, slowly flowing within the furnace.
Xiao Ling didn't dare slack off, keeping a close eye on the alchemy furnace, controlling the intensity and temperature of the flames. Then, he added the Dragon Heart Vine. As soon as the Dragon Heart Vine entered the furnace, it instantly collided with the green liquid of the Seven Illusions Azure Spirit Saliva, emitting a sizzling sound, and the energy fluctuations within the alchemy furnace became more intense.
(End of this chapter)