Fighting Soul Clan Demoness

Chapter 655 Calling a Deer a Horse!

"Strange Fire?!"

Seeing the eerie blue flame floating in the center of the sky like a king, even Elder Sheng, with his extensive experience, couldn't help but show a look of surprise.

The existence of a different kind of fire is undoubtedly the greatest help to alchemists. It can not only speed up the alchemist's melting of medicinal materials, but also improve the quality of the finished pills.

Such a divine object is something that countless alchemists would dream of day and night. Who would have thought that it would appear in a pill-making competition?

"It really is a strange fire."

A hint of apprehension flashed in Cao Ying's eyes, but there was no fear in them whatsoever:
"But even if the strange fire is strong, it is still just an external force. Without the support of alchemy, how can you possibly defeat me?"

"Once I successfully refine a seventh-grade pill, all your plans will crumble!"

Having said that, Cao Ying's soul power erupted instantly, forcibly breaking free from the Sea Heart Flame's restraints, and swiftly slammed the Blood Sun in her hand into the medicine cauldron.

Flames shot out from the fire pit, and in an instant, the medicinal herbs prepared on the table were brought in one after another, releasing a rich aroma as they were refined by the flames.

Cao Ying's plan was simple: to win in a fair and square manner.

She knew very well that she and Dan Chen alone were no match for this monstrous girl's abilities. The only thing they could do was to make the most of their strengths and break through the enemy's defenses.
As long as she doesn't make any mistakes, the only one who can lose is the other side!
"interesting."

Seeing this, Hun Ruoruo's lips curled up slightly, and she also put the medicinal herbs into the 'Quenching Flame Cauldron' and began to refine them.

The pill formula provided for this test is the 'Life-Turning Pill,' which is similar in effect to the 'Life-Returning Pill' that she obtained from the Soul Emperor's collection in the past. Both can immediately restore the injuries of a severely injured cultivator. The combination of the two is almost equivalent to having an extra life.

Because of the powerful effects of these pills, the 'Life-Turning Pill' and 'Life-Returning Pill' are recognized by alchemists as the most difficult to make, even surpassing the 'Transformation Pill'.

Fortunately, when she was in the Starfall Pavilion, Hun Ruoruo had also taken the time to study the refining of some pills.

Although most of the herbs were not of high grade, the alchemy techniques were the same, and even though there were many herbs to be smelted, it was not a difficult task for her.

"Despite being extremely innocent at heart, she insists on calling herself a vixen. Heh, this little Cao Ying is becoming more and more interesting to me."

Hun Ruoruo licked her lips, her eyes blinking rapidly, giving her pure and delicate face a somewhat morbid and eerie quality.

"Unfortunately, the more innocent a girl is, the less I want to let her go."

Since entrusting her emotions to Xiao Yan, Hun Ruoruo has undoubtedly become like a demon who has lost all shackles and restraints, returning to her original unbridled state, even more so.

She admitted defeat to Xiao Yan, but she still harbored great resentment.

The once unequivocal statement that "I will never get married" has now turned into a series of merciless slaps, landing hard on Hun Ruoruo's bottom and face.

Although she brought this upon herself, it does not mean she will give in.

On the contrary, her soul and personality became extremely distorted at this moment. Even though it was not usually apparent, it would still involuntarily surface when she faced these women who should have had some interaction with Xiao Yan.

Even if she's destined to be pinned down by that jerk, she's determined to trample these naive and innocent women over the head!

Alchemy is an extremely time-consuming activity, and if the rank exceeds six, it becomes an even longer marathon.

Physical strength, energy, and willpower will gradually be worn down under such circumstances. In fact, the closer to the final moment, the more rigorous the test for alchemists becomes. A slight mistake can lead to the destruction of the elixir and the cauldron.

As members of a family of alchemists, they were all well aware of this situation and naturally dared not make a fuss at such a moment. Instead, they quietly observed and watched the spectacle.

As a successor of the Pill Tower, Cao Ying's alchemy skills had already reached a level of perfection. Coupled with the protective function of the medicine cauldron, it was virtually impossible to discern any secrets from it.

As time passed, everyone's mindset gradually changed. Cao Dan, Bai Ying, and others, in order not to lose face, forced themselves to put on a thoughtful look and began to comment.

As Bai Ying observed the medicinal powder dancing nimbly between Cao Ying's fingers, he couldn't help but exclaim in admiration:

"Hmm, Cao the Demoness's alchemy skills are indeed extraordinary. Even when facing Miss Ruoruo, she is not at a disadvantage at all. She truly deserves the title of a core disciple of the Pill Tower."

"If the two are left to their own devices, the outcome is uncertain. But if we limit ourselves to the seventh rank, with the help of the strange fire, it would be difficult for Miss Ruoruo to be ranked lower than her."

Upon hearing this, the faces of the Cao family members immediately turned rather ugly.

For pills of the same quality, the one enhanced by a different kind of fire is definitely more effective. This is an undeniable fact. Even though they currently have high hopes for Cao Ying, they can't help but feel a little despair at this moment.

As the crowd continued to discuss, the confrontation between the two gradually reached a fever pitch.

"Ready to condense the core!" a low voice exclaimed.

The next moment, everyone's eyes were instantly focused on Hun Ruoruo and Cao Ying.

Rays of light poured out from the cauldron, and the extremely rich fragrance of the elixir condensed into mist, transforming into colorful auspicious clouds in the sky. Extraordinary phenomena arose spontaneously, as if a rare treasure was being born. However, just as everyone was marveling at this, the petite girl at the very end of the Dan family seemed to have witnessed some incredible scene, and suddenly stood up from her seat.

Dan Chen stared blankly in the direction of the small, azure-colored cauldron, then slowly murmured words that were almost morbid:
"fake."

The pill cloud that drew praise from everyone, even Elder Sheng, was clearly the dregs of medicine sprayed out of Hun Ruoruo's cauldron!

She looked again and, with the blessing of the spiritual realm's soul, the scene inside the Soul Ruoruo Cauldron was completely visible. It was a jumbled mess of various medicinal powers piled up, without any discernible pattern.

Why would something like this garner praise from everyone?
Are they crazy?!

Dan Chen started running quickly, her frail body soon becoming breathless from the exertion. However, this action failed to attract anyone's attention; everyone stared fervently at the center of the stage, praising Hun Ruoruo, who was about to achieve the elixir.

"Why on earth is this happening?"

Looking at the hypocritical crowd around her, which seemed to be chanting like a tidal wave, Dan Chen collapsed to the ground, muttering blankly.

On the field, fine beads of sweat appeared on Cao Ying's forehead, clearly indicating that she was also under immense pressure.

This pressure doesn't just come from the field.

Want to know where you went wrong?

A captivating, soul-stirring voice rang out, seemingly soft and alluring, yet capable of instantly stealing one's mind and dragging Cao Ying into the abyss of hell.

Sweating profusely, Cao Ying almost shouted into her voice, "I haven't lost yet!"

"whee."

An even more playful and ethereal soul sound came, and a figure quietly appeared in front of Cao Ying. Judging from his appearance, he was exactly the same as the white-haired girl on the other alchemy platform.

She leaned closer and whispered in his ear:

"You don't actually think that as long as you refine a seventh-grade pill, you can turn the tide of battle, do you?"

"The art of alchemy doesn't lie," Cao Ying said coldly.

"Heh," Hun Ruoruo laughed even more heartily, a predatory glint flashing in her eyes: "But they'll be deceiving themselves."

Cao Ying's body suddenly trembled.

Hun Ruoruo bent down and approached the alchemy platform, admiring the nascent pills tumbling inside the furnace, clicking her tongue in praise:

"As expected of a genius alchemist from a prestigious sect, you were able to refine a seventh-grade pill in such a short time. It's just a pity that I never intended to compete with you in alchemy."

She suddenly turned her head and smiled at Cao Ying, a smile as beautiful and captivating as a blooming poppy.
"All I need to do is compete with them in alchemy, isn't that right, Miss Eighth-Rank Alchemist?"

"You!" Cao Ying's pupils dilated violently, and she felt as if she was about to suffocate.

"A successor of the Pill Tower, possessing soul power far exceeding yours, a strange fire that countless people envy, and pill lightning beyond people's comprehension—guess what these people will think of the pills refined in this way?"

Hun Ruoruo chuckled to herself, "There's a saying, 'I don't understand but it sounds impressive.' I wonder if the eighth-grade alchemist has ever heard of it?"

"No, you can't fool everyone!"

Cao Ying shouted angrily, and her hand, already soaked with sweat, slammed down on the medicine cauldron. A perfectly round pill flew out of the cauldron's mouth and was caught firmly in her palm.

"Ha ha."

Cao Ying stared at the faintly glowing pill in her palm, as if she had grasped at her last lifeline, and began to breathe heavily.

Before she could even smile, the rich, exotic fragrance of the pills easily overwhelmed the pills in Cao Ying's hand and suddenly entered her nasal cavity.

Cao Ying raised her head blankly.

The next moment, the silence around her gradually faded, and the deafening roar of the crowd filled her eardrums.

"Boom, boom!" Dan Lei suddenly erupted.

Amidst the thunder and lightning, the howling wind, mixed with the insincere flattery and fawning of the crowd, seemed to transform into ferocious ghosts, roaring and howling at Cao Ying, while simultaneously surrounding the girl who had replaced her and placing her in the center.

Amidst the sea of ​​people, Hun Ruoruo, a smile on her lips, turned and took her bow.

"you lose."
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Both chapters are 6 words each, so it's a little late.
(End of this chapter)