Qiu Zu: From an apprentice in a medicine shop to an immortal ancestor

Chapter 173 Nine-turn elixir
"Alchemy pills."

An Jishi played with the red spiritual ore in his hand and sighed:

"My disciple, you must have heard of the [External Alchemy Art] of refining golden elixirs to achieve immortality. This piece of [Red Emperor Essence] is of extremely high quality. In the ancient world of immortal cultivation, it is priceless. This small piece of spiritual ore in front of you is enough to attract a fight between Yuanshen cultivators."

Qiu Zhen was not surprised.

He entered Medicine King Valley, studied medicine and alchemy, and naturally got to know the legendary [External Alchemy Technique].

The so-called "Way of the Golden Elixir" is the "Way of Lead and Mercury".

"Baopuzi" also said that cinnabar turns into mercury when burned, and the accumulated changes turn it back into cinnabar.

In the eyes of ancient alchemists, this reversible reaction means that cinnabar has the property of natural immortality. By taking the elixir, this "property" can be transferred to the human body, thereby achieving immortality.

The piece of [Red Emperor Essence] in his hand was pretty much what he had guessed, a top-grade alchemy drug, which did not exceed his expectations.

"Master, [External Alchemy Immortal Art] has been in decline for many years, and the court has also suppressed it. I'm afraid that the true alchemy family inheritance has disappeared in the world."

"Yes, looking around the world, the Golden Elixir Dao is declining. Even if there are still true masters of the Golden Elixir Dao, they must be living in seclusion in the mountains, making elixirs and refining medicines, and it is difficult for outsiders to find them."

After An Jishi finished speaking, he saw that Qiu Zhen looked a little disappointed, guessed what his disciple was thinking, smiled, and said:

"The greatest use of top-grade cinnabar is to make golden pills. However, you don't have to be disappointed. This piece of [Red Emperor Essence] will be of great use to you. It is not a useless thing."

Qiu Zhen immediately became interested:

"Master, what other uses does [Red Emperor Essence] have?"

"The most refined thing in the universe is Tao, the most subtle thing in Tao is Qi, and the best way to nourish Qi and calm the soul is mercury."

An Jishi quoted from classics and spoke eloquently:

"Although I don't know the proper [External Alchemy Technique], your [Red Emperor Essence] is a natural elixir. If you refine it, you will get a [Red Emperor Golden Pill]. This pill can calm your soul and nourish your Qi, increase the true meaning of martial arts, and take your martial arts to a higher level. It can also resist the spiritual attacks of martial artists and immortal cultivators."

"Good baby!"

Qiu Zhen's eyes suddenly lit up.

Treasures that nourish the soul and qi are extremely valuable no matter where they are placed.

Not to mention, this [Red Emperor Golden Pill] can actually amplify the "true meaning of martial arts".

A few days ago in Guangling City, the reason why he was able to easily kill three "Innate True Gang Realm" evil demons was because of his powerful "Martial Arts True Meaning".

Many monsters and demons have very strong bodies. Even if their heads and hands are cut off or they are cut into pieces, they will not die immediately and still have the strength to fight.

For a martial arts master, if he wants to kill a powerful demon cleanly and efficiently, the "true meaning of martial arts" is particularly important.

The treasure that can enhance the "will of martial arts" is priceless and much more precious than spiritual weapons.

"It's really a good baby."

An Jishi sighed, and with a hint of curiosity, he asked:

"Disciple, you just said that it was a giant python monster that was about to transform into a dragon. Do you know its specific origin?"

"It is called [King Viper], and was born in the Viper Cave. I think it is from the legendary Viper Dragon clan, and has the ability to transform from a dragon into a dragon!"

"No wonder."

An Jishi showed a look of sudden enlightenment:

"So it's the monster from the Water Snake Cave. No wonder it gave you the [Red Emperor Essence]."

Upon hearing this, Qiu Zhen immediately became interested.

"Master, is there any explanation for this?"

Nan Zhiyi and An Huayu, who had not spoken a word, also cast doubtful and curious glances.

What is the connection between the monsters in the Water Snake Cave and alchemy drugs?

"Of course there is an explanation." An Jishi nodded slightly and explained:
"The Shuiwei Cave has a great background. In the ancient world of immortal cultivation, it was a direct descendant of the Jade Mountain Dragon King. It has the Dragon Transformation Pond and the Palace of Dragon Sons and Grandsons. It was very famous in the Jade Dragon Mountain Range back then. It was considered the number one demon tribe in the mountain and was highly trusted by the Dragon King."

"The Jade Mountain Dragon King is keen on refining immortal arts. As the direct descendant of the Dragon King, the Water Snake Cave was once responsible for collecting various alchemy drugs for the Dragon King."

"If someone else gave you the [Red Emperor Essence], it would be a surprise, but if the [Water Snake Cave] gave you this treasure, it was not a surprise. The Water Snake Cave has declined, and there are not many other treasures. I'm afraid there are still many medicines for alchemy hidden."

There is such a connection!

Qiu Zhen gained a lot of knowledge.

"Dad, I think you got a chance in the Yulong Mountains last year. Mom said it was some magical medicine for making elixir."

An Huayu thought of something and asked:

"Could it also be from the Viper Cave?"

"good."

An Jishi nodded slightly and smiled:
"Actually, this is also thanks to your junior brother."

"Thanks to me?"

Qiu Zhen was a little surprised:

"Master, what do you mean?"

An Jishi explained with a smile:

"Last year, you saw two great monsters fighting in the mountains, which caused unrest in the mountains. That day, I went to the mountains to mediate the fight and helped the old python in the Water Snake Cave to drive away its powerful enemy. In order to thank me, it gave me a magical medicine for alchemy."

It really is that giant python monster!
Qiu Zhen was a little surprised. It seemed that he had a deep connection with the Water Viper Cave.

"It's a pity that the old python is very stingy and kept the elixir book left by the Dragon King hidden away and refused to show it to anyone."

Speaking of this, An Jishi's face showed a bit of loss and a bit of yearning.

An Huayu couldn't help but ask:

"Dad, Lord Long's alchemy skills are amazing, even better than yours? Isn't it said that our human alchemy skills are the best?"

"Monsters and spirits are indeed not good at refining pills and weapons, and cannot compare to us humans."

An Jishi shook his head:

"But the Dragon King is different. He is a congenital god born and bred by nature. He is intelligent and has a long life. No matter how mysterious the alchemy technique is, the Dragon King has devoted hundreds and thousands of years to studying it painstakingly. His skills have already reached the pinnacle. Few people in the world can compare with him."

At this point, An Jishi said leisurely:

"It is said that the alchemy skills of the Dragon Lord are comparable to those of immortals. They are the alchemy skills of immortals. He has the ability to refine immortal elixirs. There are also rumors that the reason why the Dragon Lord encountered a great disaster and died was because he refined the Nine Revolutions Golden Pill that helps people achieve immortality and ascend to heaven, which touched upon unknown taboos."

Nine-turn golden pill!

It was the first time that Qiu Zhen and An Huayu heard such a secret matter, and they were shocked and surprised.

Helping people achieve enlightenment and immortality
No one could remain unmoved.

"Swallow a golden elixir and you will be immortal and free."

An Huayu had a look of admiration on his face. The Nine Revolutions Golden Pill was perfect for him. He could achieve great success in one step without any effort.

"Dad, is there really a Nine Revolutions Immortal Pill in the world?"

"do not know."

An Jishi shook his head:

"It is rumored that the Dragon Lord failed to refine the [Nine Revolutions Golden Pill]. He was only one step away from refining it. However, when the pill was about to come out of the furnace, he encountered a disaster and died on the spot. The pill furnace exploded, and the Nine Revolutions Golden Pill naturally turned to ashes."

"There are also rumors that the Dragon King succeeded in refining the Nine-Transformation Golden Pill, but encountered a great catastrophe and was severely injured, destroying his foundation. So, the Dragon King simply reincarnated and made some arrangements to hide the Nine-Transformation Golden Pill. One day, when the Dragon King is reborn and returns as a king, he will have the hope of rising again, or even becoming an immortal."

(End of this chapter)