Battle Through the Heavens: Purple Heaven Thunder Emperor

Chapter 316 Let's work together and encourage each other!

Facing those long, narrow, and slightly alluring eyes, Xiao Bai was slightly taken aback, then smiled and nodded, saying:

"I did indeed spend a few days in Tianhuang City not long ago!"

This woman reminded him of another alluring figure; her eyes were also long and narrow, and her glances were both seductive and languid, yet also revealed a hint of domineering power.

Compared to the demon Cai Lin, Cao Ying still seemed somewhat naive.

Xuan Kongzi looked at the two of them, a smile flashing in his eyes: "Ying'er, Xiao Bai's soul power is no weaker than yours. Didn't you say that among the younger generation of the Pill Tower, only that little girl from the Dan family is somewhat interesting? How about it, are you interested in competing with him in alchemy?"

Upon hearing this, both Xuan Yi and Tian Lei Zi became interested.

Cao Ying is called a witch by many people. She is a candidate for the future leader of the Pill Tower and can almost be said to be the number one young person in the Pill Tower.

As for Xiao Bai, he possesses the inheritance of the number one alchemist in Zhongzhou, and his soul talent is even more terrifying. They all want to see whose alchemy skills are superior when the two clash.

"Xiao Bai, this old fellow made a bet with Yao Chen back then to see whose disciple would be better at alchemy in the future. Want to give it a try?"

Xuan Yi looked on with anticipation. She wanted to see just how good Xiao Bai's alchemy talent was that it would make that arrogant old man praise him so much in his messages. This was one of the reasons she brought him here.

Upon hearing this, Cao Ying's beautiful, enchanting eyes sparkled with interest. From the looks in her teacher's and the other two senior uncles' eyes, she could sense that this young man in black robes was probably no ordinary person.

"Medicine dust."

This name seems familiar.

After a brief moment of surprise, her gaze fell on Xiao Bai. Her red lips gradually curved into a seductive smile, and a burning fighting spirit quietly rose in her beautiful eyes. She chuckled softly.

"I have no problem with that. It all depends on whether Mr. Xiao Bai is willing to have a match with me!"

She felt it was her duty to win the bet for her teacher!

Meeting the four pairs of eyes looking at him from the hall, Xiao Bai's gaze was deep. He scrutinized Cao Ying for a moment, then shook his head slightly and said:

"No need to compare!"

Everyone was taken aback, wondering what he meant.

Xuan Kongzi and Tian Leizi frowned slightly. What's wrong with this kid? With his soul realm and the rumor that he is a seventh-grade alchemist, his alchemy skills should be quite good. Surely he doesn't even dare to participate in a competition?

Xuan Yi looked at Xiao Bai quietly. She didn't believe that the person that old man valued would be afraid of a mere competition.

"Does Mr. Xiao Bai look down on me?"

Cao Ying covered her mouth and smiled. Even though she was dressed in a light blue men's outfit, it couldn't hide the charming allure of her body.

Sensing the fleeting contempt in her eyes, Xiao Bai remained calm and smiled faintly.

"The master of medicine has a different direct disciple. I am not his disciple and cannot overstep my bounds."

"You mean Han Feng?" Xuan Yi's handsome brows furrowed slightly as he asked hesitantly.

Xuan Kongzi's eyes flickered, a hint of disappointment in his heart. He had thought that this time he could finally fulfill his long-cherished wish.

Upon hearing Xuan Yi's words, Xiao Bai was slightly taken aback, then realized what was happening. He felt speechless at Yao Lao, who seemed extremely concerned about his reputation and hadn't revealed that Han Feng had betrayed him.

He shook his head with a laugh and said, "It's not Han Feng, it's someone else. I imagine he'll be coming to the Pill Tower soon, and Senior Xuan Yi should like him."

"Oh?"

A smile of interest appeared on Xuan Yi's face, and he asked teasingly:

How do I compare to you?

"Uh, it's hard to say... it's hard to say!" Xiao Bai thought about Huo Huo's extraordinary life, and the unique Dou Di inheritance of the Burning Technique was still waiting for him, so he couldn't help but shake his head.

Others only have to fight for the Emperor Pill to become emperor, but he directly inherits the throne. How can anyone compare?

"Hehe. You little rascal!" Xuan Yi narrowed her beautiful eyes and gave Xiao Bai a meaningful look.

In the jade slip, Yao Chen mentioned Xiao Bai with a hint of regret. At the time, he didn't think much of it, but now it seems that the old man was unwilling to accept it!

"We'll talk about that little guy when he gets here. Right now, it's a competition between you and Xiaoying; it has nothing to do with him!"

Hearing this, Xiao Bai felt helpless and turned to Cao Ying, saying:

"Miss Cao Ying's talent is exceptional, unmatched by any other young member of the Pill Tower. However, it's a bit early for a competition now, and it wouldn't be fair. Let's wait until later!"

Cao Ying's alluring eyes narrowed instantly, and the smile on her red lips gradually turned cold: "What do you mean by that, Mr. Xiao Bai?"

"I'm a seventh-rank official, and so are you. Where's the unfairness in that?"

Xiao Bai held up a finger and shook it: "You misunderstood. Tianhuang City refines seventh-grade pills because I needed seventh-grade pills at the time, not because I can only refine seventh-grade pills!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the entire hall fell silent.

Cao Ying's red lips parted slightly, a hint of surprise flashing in her alluring eyes. She immediately understood Xiao Bai's meaning.

Xuan Kongzi, Tian Leizi, and Xuan Yi's pupils constricted slightly, their gazes all falling on Xiao Bai, a hint of shock flashing in their eyes.

Twenty-two years old, eighth rank?

Reaching the Spirit level in soul power is a prerequisite for becoming an eighth-grade alchemist, but it doesn't mean that someone with a Spirit level soul is truly an eighth-grade alchemist. They also need to meet the requirements in terms of their alchemy skills.

They had always thought that for someone of Xiao Bai's age, reaching the seventh rank in alchemy was already extremely rare, but they never expected him to be at the eighth rank.

Xuan Yi was the first to react, a strange light appearing in her beautiful eyes:

"You little rascal, you've kept this well hidden! That old fellow Yao Chen didn't mention this at all in his letter!"

He then looked at Xuan Kongzi and laughed, "It seems there's no need for a competition!"

She didn't doubt Xiao Bai's words; no one would be foolish enough to utter such a flimsy lie in front of them, a lie that would crumble at the slightest provocation.

Xuan Kongzi took a deep breath, suppressing the shock in his heart, and looked at his disciple who was biting his red lips and remaining silent. He shook his head with a wry smile.

What was initially thought to be a fierce battle turned out to be a foregone conclusion.

He knew Cao Ying's alchemy skills. She was very confident in making seventh-grade pills, even at the peak of seventh grade. But with her current level of alchemy skills, she was still a long way from making eighth-grade pills.

However, it's good to experience some setbacks. This girl has had it too easy all the way, and realizing that there are always people better than you is very beneficial for tempering her character.

Tian Leizi looked regretful. He had wanted to take Xiao Bai as a disciple when he learned that Xiao Bai was not Yao Laotou's apprentice, but now that idea had instantly failed.

An eighth-grade alchemist is a rare find in the entire Central Continent, and those who are on the same level as him are already at the same level.

Even if he were a giant in the Pill Tower, no eighth-grade alchemist would be willing to become his apprentice.

The woman in black robes glanced at Xiao Bai, her beautiful eyes sparkling, and then she chuckled softly:

"Xiao Bai, are you interested in staying at the Pill Tower?"

"If you agree, the eight elders of the Pill Tower will immediately become nine elders, and you will be the youngest elder!"

Xuan Kongzi and Tian Leizi exchanged a glance but did not refute it.

Being an eighth-grade alchemist and serving as one of the eight elders is a basic requirement. There are also some additional conditions, but these are not problems for Xiao Bai.

A 22-year-old eighth-grade alchemist can shatter any restrictions.

"Let me think about it!" Xiao Bai pondered for a moment, but did not immediately agree.

Joining Danta certainly had its advantages, but he still preferred freedom, being the boss himself, and being unrestrained!

Don't be fooled by the fact that the Dan Tower only has three giants on the surface; its core is the Little Dan Tower, which contains quite a few retired emperors.

"You're not like that old guy, are you? Back then, when we made him a giant in the Pill Tower, he said he'd think about it, but then he and Feng Xian took a bunch of people and started the Starfall Pavilion."

Xuan Yi looked at the familiar words with suspicion.

Yao Chen is a free spirit and can't stand being restrained, and this guy seems to be similar to him.

"!" Xiao Bai.

Xuan Yi snorted softly, a hint of helplessness flashing in her beautiful eyes: "Fine, I knew you people were all the same."

Xuan Kongzi stroked his beard and chuckled, "Alright, now that the competition is over, let's talk business. Xiao Bai, the star field will open in three days. Go back and prepare!"

"Thank you, three seniors!" Xiao Bai clasped his hands in a respectful bow, then turned and walked out of the hall.

"Although I'm not as good as you now, I'll surpass you one day!"

The words, brimming with fighting spirit, rang in his ears. Xiao Bai paused, turned his head slightly to look at the enchantress beside him, and nodded with a smile:

Let's work together and encourage each other!

After saying that, he walked straight out of the main hall.

Cao Ying clenched her fist.

After Xiao Bai left, the hall fell into a brief silence.

Cao Ying stood there, her slender fingers unconsciously twisting together, her red lips pressed tightly together.

He felt a tightness in his chest; Xiao Bai's attitude just now felt like punching cotton, leaving him feeling somewhat aggrieved.

"An eighth-grade alchemist," she murmured to herself, a hint of resentment flashing in her alluring eyes.

Looking at his beloved disciple's expression, Xuan Kongzi sighed softly, "Ying'er, what are you thinking about?"

Cao Ying suddenly looked up, a glint of light flashing in her narrow eyes: "Teacher, what you just said about him going into the Star Domain, could it be for the Three Thousand Burning Flames?"

Xuan Kongzi nodded: "Not bad, the little guy seems very confident in subduing the strange fire. As you know, the Three Thousand Burning Flames have been rioting more and more frequently in recent years, and the seal has become unstable. Therefore, your two senior uncles and I have decided to join forces to open the star field for him in three days so that he can give it a try."

"Then...can I go in?" Cao Ying's eyes blazed with a burning desire. "I also want to try and subdue the strange fire!"

The Three Thousand Burning Flames is more than just a strange fire; its immortality is a great attraction for any cultivator.

Xuan Kongzi frowned: "Nonsense! The Three Thousand Burning Flames are extremely dangerous. Even the three of us old folks dare not touch them lightly. You..."

"teacher!"

Cao Ying, unusually, interrupted Xuan Kongzi, her beautiful eyes filled with determination.

"If Xiao Bai can do it, why can't I try? Besides..."

She bit her red lips: "Didn't you always say that alchemists must dare to take on challenges in order to break through their bottlenecks?"

Xuan Kongzi was speechless for a moment, then turned to look at Xuan Yi and Tian Leizi.

Her beautiful eyes, gleaming in the black robes, flickered as she chuckled, "This little girl certainly has some ambition. Xuan Kongzi, when you took her as your disciple, didn't you say she was exceptionally talented and destined for greatness?"

Tian Leizi said calmly, "Different flames choose their masters based on fate. Letting her try won't hurt. Anyway, with the three of us here, nothing serious will happen!"

Xuan Kongzi pondered for a moment, then suddenly thought of something: "If Ying'er has the opportunity to enter the Star Domain, then what about the other major families?"

He frowned and paced back and forth in the hall. As the manager of the Pill Tower, if it were just Xiao Bai, there would be other opinions. But if his disciple participated, the Pill Tower would definitely find out. At that time, the problem would not be the scarcity but the inequality. Others might have complaints.

Seeing this, Cao Ying quickly said, "Teacher, I can earn it through my own abilities!"

Xuan Kongzi stopped in his tracks, a glint of light flashing in his eyes: "I've got it!"

He turned to his two companions: "The assessment of the five major families has just ended. How about we use the assessment results as the standard and have the top three families each send one young disciple into the star field?"

Xuan Yi's eyes lit up: "That's a good idea. It gives young people a chance without giving them any reason to criticize."

Tian Leizi nodded in agreement: "The idea is good, but it's not just the five major families; I'm afraid some elders' disciples also want to try."

Xuan Kongzi nodded thoughtfully: "Then let's have an internal competition. Whoever is best can go!"

Cao Ying smiled confidently: "Don't worry, teacher, getting into the top three is a piece of cake for me!"

"good!"

Xuan Kongzi made the decision, "I will immediately issue the order: the top three finishers in tomorrow's competition will qualify for entry into the Star Domain!"

The news sent shockwaves through the entire Dan Tower.

"What? Entering the star field to attempt to subdue the Three Thousand Burning Flames?"

"My God, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!"

The major families, upon hearing the news, all dispatched their most outstanding young disciples.

Inside the main hall of the Pill Tower, an elderly man with white hair said in a deep voice, "Qing'er, this is a rare opportunity. You must go all out. If you have the chance to subdue the strange fire, your future path will surely go further than your master's!"

Inside the Bai family's secret chamber, several elders were instructing a young man in blue: "The Three Thousand Burning Flames are no small matter; remember to act within your capabilities."

In the Dan family's villa, a girl in purple stood quietly, her eyes as bright as stars, and a small black hole seemed to be constantly swirling between her brows.

At this moment, Cao Ying was standing in the center of the family hall, surrounded by a group of high-ranking members of the Cao family.

"Ying'er, seize this opportunity. Even if you don't succeed this time, understanding the information in the star field will greatly increase your chances of subduing the strange fire at the Pill Gathering three years later."

Cao Ying's red lips curved slightly, her eyes sparkling with confidence: "Don't worry!"

"Xiao Bai," she murmured softly, "If you can do it, so can I!"

Three days later, at the entrance to the star field.

Cao Ying, Dan Chen, and Song Qing stood together, with Xuan Kongzi and his two companions behind them, preparing to open the star field.

Xiao Bai looked at these people, somewhat speechless. Sure enough, the Pill Tower was still hoping for a lucky person to appear.

"Remember, safety first," Xuan Kongzi solemnly instructed. "If things become impossible, withdraw immediately!"

As the three giants joined forces to cast a spell, the entrance to the star field slowly opened.

"Xiao Bai, be careful once you go in. Don't be reckless. Always remember that I'm still waiting for you outside!" With her delicate hands, Little Fairy Doctor gently straightened Xiao Bai's clothes and gave him these instructions.

"Don't worry, even if I stay inside for a long time, as long as my soul jade tablet doesn't break, it means there's no problem, understand?"

(End of this chapter)