People fight and become emperors in advance

Chapter 161 The bewildered Yao Chen, and the Pavilion Master's Wife, Little Fairy Doctor
Yao Chen didn't have to wait long before sounds came from inside the window.

"An ice-attribute, high-level Earth-rank cultivation technique."

"Master, are you joking? Such a high-grade cultivation technique is rare, not only in the Northwest Continent, but even in the Central State, there are probably few forces that can produce it. Moreover, it requires that it must be of the ice attribute. I am just a mere Dou Huang, I don't have such wealth."

Hearing the price Chen Xiao offered, even Yao Chen couldn't resist this time.

Earth-rank cultivation techniques are not commonplace. He did indeed collect many cultivation techniques and fighting skills, but he really couldn't produce any high-level Earth-rank techniques with ice attributes.

Chen Xiao's outrageous demands made Yao Chen wonder if he knew his identity and background.

Otherwise, why would they offer such an outrageously high price to a Dou Huang from a place like the Northwest?

Therefore, Yao Chen deliberately mentioned Zhongzhou, wanting to see from Chen Xiao's reaction whether it was really as he thought.

Inside the room, Chen Xiao was slightly disappointed upon hearing Yao Chen's reply, but not intensely.

A mid-level Earth-rank cultivation technique is more than enough for him now.

More importantly, once you break through to the Dou Zong level, the advance limit will be raised again, and you will naturally be able to advance higher-level cultivation techniques.

He had only spoken up to see if he could get an unexpected surprise from Yao Chen without needing to pay in advance.

If Yao Chen truly possesses an ice-attribute cultivation technique of this rank and agrees to it, it would undoubtedly be a great thing. He could enjoy the benefits of a high-level Earth-rank cultivation technique ahead of time and save himself an opportunity to advance his investment later.

Although we haven't achieved our goal, we're not too disappointed.

After all, this result was expected.

Without dwelling on it, Chen Xiao put away the jade bottle containing Han Feng's soul, gently sat down, and the tightly sealed wall next to the window immediately slid open to the sides, revealing a doorway.

"Sir, please come in and let's talk in detail."

Yao Chen hesitated for a moment, then strode into the room.

He is the dignified Medicine Venerable, not so easily intimidated by such a trivial matter.

Upon entering the room, the light dimmed considerably.

However, Chen Xiao's face was still clearly visible.

For a moment, both Yao Chen and Xiao Yan were somewhat surprised.

Clearly, they all recognized Chen Xiao's identity.

"Teacher, it's Chen Xiao! What's his strength now?" Xiao Yan asked in his mind.

He clearly remembered that three years ago, when Nalan Yanran came to break off the engagement, Chen Xiao and Hai Bodong had visited the Xiao family.

At that time, he could no longer fathom Chen Xiao's strength. It was only later, through Yao Chen, that he learned that Chen Xiao was a Dou Wang (Battle King) back then.

It was unpredictable three years ago, and it is even more so today, three years later.

Those who look down from a high vantage point can see the mountains and rivers clearly, while those who look up at the cliffs see the sky obscured by clouds and mist; it's all the same.

"Battle Emperor".

Yao Chen gave a brief response without providing any specific details.

A one-star Dou Huang is still a Dou Huang, and a peak Dou Huang is still a Dou Huang. Yao Chen was not lying.

Xiao Yan fell silent.

The three years he spent as a 'useless' person led to significant growth in his character, making him less competitive.

However, when he actually saw a minor character he had never paid attention to in his childhood suddenly surpass him by a wide margin, he couldn't help but feel a little emotional.

At the same time, I realized even more how arrogant I was when I was young.

After all, even without Yao Chen absorbing his Dou Qi for three years, Xiao Yan wouldn't dare say that he could have reached this level at the same age through normal cultivation.

"Sir, we meet again. Please have a seat."

Chen Xiao raised his hand slightly in greeting, but did not get up.

He knew Xiao Yan, but he never truly knew Yao Chen.

Now that the other party is contacting him as a stranger, Chen Xiao naturally has to adopt the demeanor of the Pavilion Master of Zixiao Pavilion.

Yao Chen clasped his hands in thanks and sat down in the chair opposite Chen Xiao without saying a word.

Chen Xiao's lips curled into a meaningful smile. His slender fingers deftly grasped the teacup that Hai Bodong had not yet taken away, and he elegantly tilted it repeatedly, letting the boiling tea swirl and flow in the cup, his tone nonchalant.

“Three years ago, at the Mittel Auction House, Elder Hai, who is also known as the Ice Emperor in your eyes, and I were very curious when we met the old man. Why would such a special person as the old man appear in the small city of Wutan?”

"Although Elder Hai and I are of average strength, we do have some knowledge. We can tell that the old gentleman is using someone else's body, just like what is happening now. However, the auction house is a place for business, and the old gentleman follows the rules, so we can't ask too many questions."

"After that, Elder Hai and I left the Gama Empire and came to this Black Corner Region. We met many powerful people and also had contact with people from the Central Continent. From them, we learned some interesting stories about the Central Continent."

"For example, Yao Chen, the so-called number one alchemist in Zhongzhou, mysteriously disappeared and his fate is unknown. After his disappearance, his chief disciple, Han Feng, the young master of Xingyun Pavilion, also disappeared without a trace."

As he spoke, Chen Xiao flicked his finger, and a burst of icy blue battle qi burst forth from his fingertip, transforming into an invisible tray that steadily supported the teacup in his hand. It then traced a half-arc in the air and landed steadily on the sandalwood table beside Yao Chen.

Yao Chen didn't even glance at the tea; his gaze was fixed intently on Chen Xiao.

Previously, he had only made some guesses, but now he was completely certain that Chen Xiao did indeed know many secrets.

Including his identity and background!
Xiao Yan was too shocked to think about Chen Xiao at this moment.

Chen Xiao's words contained a lot of information.

Xiao Yan learned for the first time that Yao Lao's real name was Yao Chen, and he was also known as the Venerable Yao.

The title of the continent's number one alchemist sounds incredibly prestigious.

In addition, he also has a senior brother named Han Feng...

With that name on his mind, Xiao Yan suddenly understood why Yao Chen cared so much about Han Feng's life and death.

One problem solved, but more problems soon follow.

Xiao Yan couldn't understand why his teacher would react this way after his senior brother's death, shouldn't he be furious?
There must be something fishy going on here!

Just as Xiao Yan was lost in thought, Chen Xiao's voice rang out again.

"I didn't originally think of the old man as the Medicine Venerable, until I met Han Feng in this Black Corner Region. At that time, I thought that since Han Feng came to the Northwest, the Medicine Venerable might also have come here."

"Following this line of thought, I began to have doubts about the old man's identity for the first time, but I couldn't be sure."

"Upon seeing you again today, sir, the body you are using has a cultivation technique and aura that are almost identical to Han Feng's. I was 80% certain then. So I deliberately took out Han Feng's soul body, and your reaction completely confirmed my suspicion that you are the Medicine Venerable who has been missing for many years!"

In the world of ordinary people, money and social status determine the weight of a man's words.

In the extraordinary world where the strong are numerous, strength is a man's source of confidence.

When we were weak, we had to be very cautious.

But now, Chen Xiao no longer needs to beat around the bush when facing these two, and directly revealing their identities will not have much of an impact.

Meeting Chen Xiao's gaze, Yao Chen took a deep breath.

Having said all that, he had no intention of pretending to be stupid anymore.

“That’s right, I am Yao Chen, but that has nothing to do with our deal. Just tell me, what do you want to exchange for Han Feng’s soul? I don’t have any high-level ice-attribute earth-rank cultivation techniques, so I have no reason to lie to you.”

Chen Xiao nodded: "I believe what Venerable Yao said. In terms of soul strength alone, Han Feng's soul is in no way inferior to that of an ordinary Dou Zong expert. I originally planned to refine his soul into a puppet. Since Venerable Yao is interested in him, it is fine to give him to Venerable Yao."

"A gift?" Yao Chen asked with suspicion.

If he were at his peak, it wouldn't be surprising if a Dou Huang (Battle Emperor) gave him a gift to establish a good relationship. If he were willing to accept it, there would be plenty of Dou Huangs vying for it.

But given his current state, would Chen Xiao be so kind as to give him Han Feng's soul body for free?
Yao Chen didn't believe it from the bottom of his heart!

Under Yao Chen's suspicious gaze, Chen Xiao clapped his hands lightly.

The next moment, Little Fairy Doctor quietly appeared.

"Does Venerable Medicine still remember the auction three years ago? That friend from the Mittel family was after Xian'er. So much has happened in these three years. Xian'er and I have gone through thick and thin together. Thanks to Venerable Medicine's method of condensing poison pills, Xian'er has hope of breaking free from her fate. It won't be long before Xian'er's problem is solved."

"Poisonous body of disaster?!"

Upon sensing the aura of Little Fairy Doctor, Yao Chen exclaimed in surprise.

Before he could even marvel, Yao Chen suddenly gleaned even more information from Chen Xiao's words.

He knew the method of condensing poison pills perfectly, and each of the required materials was extremely rare.

Leaving aside the Bodhi Transformation Saliva and the seventh-order Heavenly Poison Scorpion Dragon Beast Demon Core, the mere requirement of three different flames is enough to stump 99% of the general public in this world.

Judging from Chen Xiao's words, Little Fairy Doctor is about to condense the poison pill, which means that they have already met the conditions.
Can master three different types of fire…

Burn the secret technique!

Yao Chen was startled, as he keenly grasped the key point.

"It seems you've gained quite a bit from Han Feng."

Yao Chen's voice was as monotonous as a machine's, devoid of any emotional ripples. No one could see through his calm and composed exterior to discern what thoughts lay hidden beneath.

Is it joy, anger, or a hidden murderous intent?

Chen Xiao smiled slightly and pulled Little Fairy Doctor to sit down beside him.

"Han Feng's collection has indeed benefited me greatly, especially the special cultivation technique 'Burning Technique', which solved our most troublesome problem. It's a pity that the 'Burning Technique' on Han Feng is only a fragment, so I want the complete version of 'Burning Technique' on Medicine Venerable."

Upon hearing this, Yao Chen couldn't help but chuckle.

No one understood the value of the "Burning Manual" better than him.

His current predicament is all because of the "Burning Manual".

Now, he has high hopes for Xiao Yan. He has already allowed Xiao Yan to cultivate the "Burning Technique", so why would he find Xiao Yan a rival to compete for the strange fire for no reason?

After all, there are only so many different kinds of flames in the world. The more flames others obtain, the lower Xiao Yan's chances of getting one. Although apart from the Purifying Lotus Demon Flame and the Void Devouring Flame, the other different kinds of flames are not unique, gathering information about even one flame is already extremely difficult. Who can guarantee that they can obtain more?

Therefore, after hearing Chen Xiao's request, Yao Chen had already decided that even if he didn't want Han Feng's soul, he would absolutely not hand over the "Burning Technique".

At the same time, Yao Chen remained vigilant and prepared to act at any moment, guarding against Chen Xiao's forceful seizure.

"impossible!"

"Master Medicine, don't rush to conclusions. Let's take a look at these two cultivation techniques first."

Chen Xiao didn't take it to heart, and with a smile, he took out the fragment of the "Burning Technique" and the complete "Burning Technique" he had received in advance from his storage ring.

Yao Chen took it, opened it and looked at it. He was stunned, and his vigilance involuntarily relaxed.

He was absolutely certain that this was indeed the real "Burning Technique"!
But what Han Feng got from him was just a fragment. Where did this complete scroll come from?

in addition…

"Since you already have the complete version of the 'Burning Technique,' why bother asking for the one on my body?"

Yao Chen couldn't understand this problem at all.

Instead of answering, Chen Xiao asked, "Has Venerable Medicine discovered anything special about Zixiao City since you came here today?"

Not understanding what Chen Xiao was referring to, Yao Chen thought back carefully. Apart from the atmosphere being different from the cities and towns they had passed through, Zixiao City seemed to have nothing else special about it.

"Has Venerable Medicine not noticed that my Purple Cloud City is much cleaner and more comfortable? From the city gate to this Purple Cloud Pavilion, the streets on both sides and the overall layout are perfectly symmetrical?"

Yao Chen was speechless for a moment, and upon careful reflection, it seemed that it was indeed true.

Chen Xiao chuckled: "Everyone has some strengths and weaknesses that are not known to others, or rather, minor flaws. I can't stand dirt and disorder. If the two shops on the left and right are of different heights, I will feel uncomfortable looking at them."

"The same goes for the 'Burning Manual.' I obtained a fragment and a complete copy, and the thought of them always makes me frown."

"The method for condensing poison pills that Venerable Medicine gave me three years ago, although it was a transaction, can save Xian'er's life, which is very important. I remember Venerable Medicine's kindness, so I can give you Han Feng's soul. The only condition is that I use this incomplete scroll to exchange for the complete one you have."

The two scrolls that Chen Xiao took out were placed on the table next to Yao Chen. Yao Chen was very certain that they were genuine and there was no problem with them.

With the complete "Burning Technique" in hand, Chen Xiao really didn't need to spend too much time on the "Burning Technique" he possessed.

Just as Chen Xiao said, because he had given her the method to condense poison pills, Little Fairy Doctor was able to survive using this method, and the benefits she received were too great. Chen Xiao wanted to remember this favor, so he used Han Feng's soul as a way of repaying her, and also exchanged it for the complete "Burning Technique" to satisfy his obsessive-compulsive disorder. He couldn't find any fault with it.

That makes sense, but Yao Chen always had a strange feeling that this matter was not so simple.

But he couldn't pinpoint exactly what the problem was.

After all, the complete version of "Burning Technique" that Chen Xiao presented was impossible to fake.

"Teacher, I don't know Chen Xiao very well, but when I was in the Xiao family, I would occasionally hear people around me mention that he does have this kind of obsessive-compulsive disorder. At that time, he was in charge of cleaning the storage room. It was a very easy job, but he had to spend a lot of time wiping it all down every day, not missing a single corner. Because of this, he would arrive at dinner very late every night and almost missed dinner several times."

"In addition, he has a very good relationship with his cousin Xun'er. They are inseparable in the Xiao family. Xun'er has been influenced by him and has changed the layout of the courtyard to be symmetrical."

Just as Yao Chen was racking his brains, putting himself in Chen Xiao's shoes and trying to figure out if Chen Xiao had other motives, Xiao Yan's voice rang in his mind.

Even Yao Chen couldn't figure out what the problem was, let alone Xiao Yan.

Because he understood Chen Xiao a little better than Yao Chen, he was more likely to believe Chen Xiao's excuse at this moment.

"What has the Venerable Medicine Master decided?"

After a long while, Chen Xiao spoke up to ask.

Yao Chen rubbed his temples and said in a low voice, "I can exchange this 'Burning Technique' of mine for Han Feng, but you need to answer two more questions for me."

Yao Chen couldn't understand what other purpose Chen Xiao could have in obtaining another copy of "Burning Technique" besides satisfying his obsessive-compulsive disorder. So, he decided to continue probing.

Since Chen Xiao already possesses the complete "Burning Technique," the "Burning Technique" he has is no longer a necessity; it is optional.

If Chen Xiao is willing to pay a higher price for this, it can only mean that there is another reason, but he just can't think of it.

Conversely, it might just be a minor problem at play.

Under Yao Chen's watchful gaze, Chen Xiao shook his head slightly and raised his hand to put the two scrolls back into his storage ring.

"Venerable Medicine, you jest. My Purple Cloud Pavilion sells information, and each piece of information has a corresponding price. The question Venerable Medicine wants to ask is definitely not simple, and Purple Cloud Pavilion is not so generous."

Yao Chen sighed inwardly. Chen Xiao's reaction left him with no room for criticism; it was an attitude of "it would be best if I could get it, but I don't care if I can't."

"How about we make a discount? As you said, the method I used to condense the poison pill has now enabled the Pavilion Master's wife to escape her fate. This can be considered a token of my gratitude."

Upon hearing the words "Madam of the Pavilion Master," the Little Fairy Doctor, who had been sitting quietly, stiffened slightly, and a blush quickly crept onto her cheeks.

She turned her head to look at Chen Xiao, only to see that Chen Xiao not only did not refute her, but his eyebrows and eyes relaxed, and his expression was quite cheerful.

“That’s fine. I’ll give Venerable Medicine face. Besides, I really like how Venerable Medicine addresses Xian’er.”

These words made Little Fairy Doctor's heart tremble, her ears burned, and her eyes were full of tenderness.

Yao Chen nodded slightly and, without further ado, took out the "Burning Technique" from his storage ring and handed it to Chen Xiao.

Chen Xiao opened it, threw it into his storage ring without even looking at it, as if he really didn't care at all and didn't need to distinguish between real and fake.

In reality, the pre-existing information in one's mind has already been updated.

"This incomplete scroll must have originally been made by Venerable Medicine. Now that it has been returned to its rightful owner, Venerable Medicine should be able to complete it with a little effort. In addition, Han Feng also belongs to Venerable Medicine."

Chen Xiao took out the tattered scroll and the jade bottle containing Han Feng's soul and handed them to Yao Chen.

Sealed in the bottle, Han Feng couldn't hear their conversation, but he could understand that Chen Xiao had given him to someone else.

This made Han Feng instantly uneasy. He silently cursed and swore from inside the jade bottle. Judging from his mouth movements, it seemed that he was angrily rebuking Chen Xiao for breaking his promise.

Chen Xiao completely ignored this.

Besides, he didn't breach the contract.

He only promised Han Feng that he would not hand it over to Xingyun Pavilion, but he never said he would not treat Yao Chen.

Yao Chen gave the instigator who had turned him into what he was now deeply a look, and without saying a word, put him into his storage ring.

I let out a long breath and temporarily suppressed my complicated emotions.

"My first question is, where did you obtain the complete version of the Burning Technique, Pavilion Master?"

"A sixth-grade pill formula is already at a discounted price."

Yao Chen didn't haggle. He simply took out a pill formula, floated it with his battle qi, and presented it to Chen Xiao.

Chen Xiao nodded and accepted it, saying, "As everyone knows, my Zixiao Pavilion is very well-informed. After obtaining the fragment from Han Feng, I paid special attention to it. After two and a half years of hard work, I finally succeeded and obtained it in a ruin."

“I know what Venerable Medicine is worried about, but I can give you a definite answer. I know this technique is extraordinary, so only one person will be allowed to cultivate it, namely the person who helped Xian’er condense the poison pill. As for anything else, I have nothing to say.”

Deducing a complete technique from fragments sounds absurd and unrealistic.

It was obtained by chance, and it was also a guess in Yao Chen's mind.

After all, the Dou Qi Continent is so vast that no one can be sure that there is only one Burning Technique Scroll in existence.

Chen Xiao's words confirmed his thoughts.

Yao Chen nodded slightly: "My second question is, since Zixiao Pavilion is so well-informed, I need information about a different kind of flame!"

"The recipe for the Grade 8 Bodhi Elixir, this is already at a discounted price."

This time, Yao Chen hesitated slightly, but didn't dwell on it for too long before taking out the Bodhi Pill formula.

Eighth-grade pill formulas are very precious. Even if a pill formula of this level were placed in the Pill Tower, it would be treasured.

But, strange fire is even more precious!

Even the strange flames at the bottom of the ranking list have their own unique characteristics, which cannot be compared with so-called transformative flames or high-level beast flames.

Despite the presence of a bunch of flames in the original trajectory that claimed to be comparable to the Strange Fire, they were still relegated to mere supporting roles in the face of the Strange Fire.

Satisfied, Chen Xiao put away the prescription and didn't keep anyone in suspense.

"On the shores of the East China Sea, there is an empire called the Star Empire, within which lies a yin-yang twin flame without an owner."

The eastern region of Zhongzhou still belongs to Zhongzhou.

And on the shores of the East China Sea…

It has already gone beyond the boundaries of Zhongzhou, and is separated from the Northwest Continent by an entire Zhongzhou.

Even if everything goes smoothly without any unexpected events, and one travels continuously using space wormholes, it would still take at least half a year to make a round trip.

Yao Chen frowned slightly, remaining somewhat skeptical of the news.

But on second thought, perhaps it was precisely because collecting this strange fire was too troublesome that Chen Xiaofang was not interested.

"How to guarantee it?"

"The Purple Cloud Pavilion is right here. It can't fly or run away. If Venerable Medicine goes there and fails to find any news about the Strange Fire, he can come back and question it. Of course, whether Venerable Medicine can reach it or not is none of my Purple Cloud Pavilion's business."

Chen Xiao possesses information about many different flames, but it's impossible for him to acquire them all. It's not worth expending so much effort to exchange some for something more cost-effective, and he doesn't feel any remorse at all.

Master Yaochen and his apprentice are a major client. Not only now, but it's not impossible for them to cooperate again in the future, as long as they can afford the price.

Therefore, Chen Xiao had no need to fabricate anything.

"Thank you! Also, please keep my matter a secret, Master."

"Rest assured, the reputation of Zixiao Pavilion is well-known. We will never leak customer information, let alone sell the same information to multiple people at the same time."

"That's good."

Having received the answer he wanted, Yao Chen immediately stood up, having no intention of lingering any longer.
He just wants to find a quiet place to go through everything again from beginning to end.

After all, having another person cultivate the Burning Technique is a big deal for both him and Xiao Yan. Although Chen Xiao only asked a friend to cultivate the Burning Technique to help Little Fairy Doctor condense the poison pill, there's no guarantee he won't change his mind in the future.

Therefore, Yao Chen must plan ahead!
(End of this chapter)