Starting with the creation of the Immortal Clan through the compilation of the family genealogy.

Chapter 180 First, refine an eighth-grade pill to warm up.
After weighing the options...

Wen Jitong made his choice.

"Junior Brother Ning, let's go."

Wen Jitong barely hesitated before whispering something to Ning Sancai and leading him straight towards the Crimson Sun Alchemist.

Hundred Swords Mountain is a sect founded on swordsmanship and does not understand alchemy. If they want to get a share of the pie in this test of alchemists, attaching themselves to a powerful alchemist is the wisest choice.

Wen Jitong clasped his hands in a respectful bow, his tone neither humble nor arrogant: "Master Chiyang, my brother and I are disciples of Hundred Swords Mountain. We are willing to protect you and help you obtain the inheritance."

Chi Yang Dan Shi slightly raised his eyelids and glanced at Wen Jitong and the other person. In particular, when he sensed Wen Jitong's early Foundation Establishment cultivation, his expression softened and he nodded proudly: "Hmm, you have good judgment. Once I obtain the inheritance, you will benefit from it."

The words fell.

The Red Sun Alchemist had essentially tacitly accepted their protection of his path.

Meanwhile, the two Foundation Establishment cultivators who entered later hesitated, their gazes shifting back and forth between Luo Qianning and the thin, elderly alchemist in a simple gray robe.

The people from Hundred Swords Mountain have already beaten Chi Yang Dan Shi to it, so they can only choose from the remaining two.

Their gazes fell on Luo Qianning multiple times.

The young man was too handsome and too young. He did not have any insignia or tokens that symbolized his alchemist level. He stood quietly next to the tall Meng Yanqing, like a junior who had come out to see the world with his senior brother.

In contrast, the gray-robed old man, though unremarkable in appearance, had a calm gaze and a restrained aura, displaying the demeanor of a hidden master, making him seem more trustworthy.

"Too young, I'm afraid he's not experienced enough."

"The old man looks more experienced."

The two exchanged opinions in hushed tones, and after weighing their options, they approached the gray-robed elder, expressing their intention to protect him as well.

The old man glanced at them with his cloudy eyes, said nothing, and simply nodded slightly in acceptance.

In an instant, the situation on the field became clear.

The renowned alchemist Chiyang was protected by two fellow disciples from Baijian Mountain.

The unassuming old man in gray robes was protected by two Foundation Establishment cultivators.

The youngest and seemingly the "weakest" Luo Qianning was all alone, with only Meng Yanqing by her side.

Luo Qianning didn't seem to care about this; he didn't even bother to see how the two groups made their choices.

His entire attention was already drawn to the vast and mysterious alchemical formulas displayed on the four bronze walls.

His gaze swept quickly across the familiar yet unfamiliar pill formulas, his brain racing as he analyzed their difficulty, required medicinal materials, refining techniques, and requirements for fire control.

The Red Sun Alchemist and the gray-robed elder also took action. They clearly had a clear goal, directly ignoring the low-grade pill formulas and focusing their attention on the high-grade pill formulas, which were at the seventh grade and even vaguely touched the threshold of the sixth grade. Their expressions were focused and solemn.

For them, if they're going to compete, they're going to compete for the highest level of inheritance!

However, Luo Qianning's actions took everyone by surprise.

His gaze finally settled on a rather unremarkable prescription.

An eighth-grade elixir, the "Five Elements Barrier-Breaking Pill".

This pill has a relatively simple effect, mainly used to help cultivators in the Qi Refining stage break through minor bottlenecks related to the five elements. It is also considered a relatively basic pill among eighth-grade pills.

For alchemists aspiring to inherit the legacy of a Grandmaster of the Golden Elixir, choosing it as a trial subject is like using a tree branch to challenge a sharp sword.

"Brother Meng, I would like to refine this pill first to get a feel for it and familiarize myself with the characteristics of the local earth fire and the pill furnace."

Luo Qianning explained softly to Meng Yanqing beside her, her tone calm. Although Meng Yanqing didn't understand alchemy, he believed that Luo Qianning had her own plans.

He was an amateur when it came to alchemy.

Therefore, Meng Yanqing adhered to the principle of not interfering in alchemy and focused solely on protecting Luo Qianning.

Upon hearing Luo Qianning's explanation, Meng Yanqing immediately nodded: "Alright, go ahead and do as you please, I'll protect you."

When Luo Qianning focused her mind on the "Five Elements Barrier-Breaking Pill" formula and used this will to guide her spiritual power to slightly touch the wall, a strange scene unfolded.

The area he had chosen for the pill formula glowed slightly, and then, next to the ancient pill furnace he had selected, in an inconspicuous bronze recess, prepared medicinal herbs appeared out of thin air.

Exactly all the materials needed to refine a batch of "Five Elements Barrier-Breaking Pills," with their age and quality matching the description in the formula!
This secret realm can automatically recognize the alchemist's choice and provide the corresponding materials!

These methods once again demonstrate the unfathomable depth of Xuan Dan Zhenren's cultivation during his lifetime.

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Luo Qianning's decision to choose a low-grade eighth-rank pill formula was seen by others as evidence of his "lack of strength".

The two Foundation Establishment cultivators who had just chosen the gray-robed elder were stunned to see that Luo Qianning had only activated the materials for an eighth-grade pill formula. Then, their faces simultaneously revealed a relieved and joyful expression, even with a hint of relief.

"I knew it! I told you this kid was too young and unreliable!"

"Fortunately, we chose this old gentleman. Look, he's still studying the formula for that 'Seventh-Grade Spirit Nourishing Pill.' The difference in skill is immediately apparent!"

"If we choose him, our chance to protect the sect will really be wasted!"

The two spoke in hushed tones, their tone filled with pride in their "wise" choice, and their gazes toward Luo Qianning and Meng Yanqing unconsciously carried a hint of disdain.

In their view, choosing to start practicing with the lowest-grade eighth-rank pills already implies a lack of confidence and limited strength. In this race against time, where rank determines success, they have already fallen behind and have almost prematurely withdrawn from the competition for the final inheritance.

The Red Sun Alchemist also noticed the situation. A mocking smile appeared on his lips. He shook his head and stopped paying attention, continuing to immerse himself in the deduction of his high-level alchemy formula.

The gray-robed old man didn't even lift his eyelids, as if Luo Qianning's choice had nothing to do with him.

Luo Qianning seemed oblivious to the disdainful looks directed at her from those around her.

He carefully examined the medicinal herbs provided in the bronze groove, his fingers gently brushing over a "century-old Smilax glabra" plant, feeling the pure earth elemental energy within it, his eyes focused and clear.

Meng Yanqing took everything in. He took a half step forward expressionlessly, his burly figure like a silent mountain, protecting Luo Qianning behind him and blocking out unnecessary gazes.

He doesn't care what others think; he only remembers his promise.

Protect Luo Qianning thoroughly and help him pass the test.

Luo Qianning, Chiyang Danshi, and the gray-robed old man.

The three each occupied a corner and chose their respective alchemy furnaces, thus forming an unspoken tripartite balance of power.

The Crimson Sun Alchemist was aggressive, his target being the higher levels.

The old man in the gray robe was calm and experienced, deeply understanding the importance of accumulating knowledge and experience before unleashing it.

Luo Qianning, who was least favored, stood quietly in front of his alchemy furnace, preparing to begin his challenge with the lowest-grade eighth-rank pills.

Luo Qianning took a deep breath of the air filled with the scent of bronze and medicine. Her eyes gradually became sharp and calm, like the still surface of an ancient well reflecting the light of the earth fire that was about to be ignited.

"let's start."

Luo Qianning murmured to herself, reaching out her hand to ignite the earth's core fire beneath the alchemy furnace, fire that had been dormant for countless years.

(End of this chapter)