Battle Through the Heavens: I can solidify the talents of all things

Chapter 54, Breaking Through the Levels of Life, Shattering the Shackles of Bloodline! [Seeking First Subscription] (2/10)

Time flies. More than a month has passed since Xiao Qing and Queen Medusa made their agreement in the palace.

For more than a month, Xiao Qing hardly left the alchemy room, devoting himself entirely to alchemy.

This alchemy room, named "Flame Heart Palace," was specially prepared by Queen Medusa at the behest of Flower Serpent, and is located in the quietest part of the palace.

A soundproof barrier was set up around the area to ensure that the alchemy process would not be disturbed.

The snake-people's abundant reserves of medicinal herbs accumulated over hundreds of years provided Xiao Qing with excellent conditions.

Rare medicinal herbs, rarely seen in ordinary times, were continuously delivered to Xiao Qing's alchemy room.

To avoid being disturbed, the old doctor casually set up a soul barrier, completely isolating the internal and external energies.

Then, the old man's soul floated quietly to the side, mostly just observing silently.

Only occasionally, at crucial moments, will he offer a word or two of guidance through telepathy.

Yet these brief instructions often hit the nail on the head, giving Xiao Qing new insights into the timing of heat control, the fusion of medicinal power, and the subtle manipulation of soul power.

However, the refining process was not without its challenges.

Especially during the first attempt to refine the sixth-grade high-level elixir, "Huangji Pill".

Even though Xiao Qing's soul power had reached the Spirit Realm and his control over flames was superb.

Still, at the crucial moment of final pill formation, there was a slight underestimation of the enormous energy that suddenly erupted.

This caused the energy inside the cauldron to go out of control, and a batch of precious medicinal herbs instantly vanished.

At that moment, even Xiao Qing couldn't help but frown.

The difficulty of refining a sixth-grade pill is indeed far greater than that of a fifth-grade pill, posing a great test to one's soul power, battle qi, flames, and even mentality.

"It's alright."

The old doctor's calm voice rang out at just the right moment.

"A sixth-grade pill can already draw upon the energy of heaven and earth, so failure is inevitable! Calm down and recall the details of the energy changes just now. Sometimes, the lessons learned from failure are more valuable than those learned from success."

Xiao Qing closed his eyes and carefully replayed every step in his mind, analyzing the mistake he made in that instant.

A moment later, Xiao Qing opened her eyes, her gaze now calm.

Xiao Qing was not discouraged at all. He cleaned the medicine cauldron and put in another batch of "Royal Extreme Pill" ingredients.

This time, Xiao Qing's movements were more composed, and his soul power, like invisible tendrils, penetrated every inch of the medicine cauldron.

The leaping flames seemed to possess a rhythm of life, precisely controlling the fusion process of dozens of medicinal essences.

The second refining process was a natural success.

The moment the lid of the cauldron was opened, a golden, brightly colored Imperial Elixir lay quietly inside.

The rich fragrance emanating from it is so invigorating that a single breath makes one feel refreshed and invigorated, and even quickens the flow of one's fighting spirit.

The energy fluctuations caused when the elixir was formed would probably have spread throughout the Holy City long ago if not for the barrier.

With this experience, the subsequent refining process was much simpler and smoother.

Xiao Qing mainly refined a large number of pills for the snake-people to enhance their strength.

Among them, the most precious is the "Battle Spirit Pill," which can help Battle King level experts break through their bottlenecks!

Ten pills were successfully refined; the surface of the pills was lustrous and the aroma was enticing.

In addition, three "Royal Extreme Pills" were made, which can enhance the strength of a Dou Huang powerhouse by one or two stars.

Each one contains astonishing energy, and faint energy patterns even appear on the surface of the pill.

This alchemy experience has given Xiao Qing a wealth of knowledge, and it is believed that refining seventh-grade pills will no longer be a problem for him!

Xiao Qing, who possesses a soul at the early stage of the Spirit Realm and whose cultivation has reached the Dou Huang level, may be able to attempt to refine an eighth-grade pill!

However, the colorful pill tribulation brought by this eighth-grade pill is extremely terrifying. Even a Dou Zong would perish under the pill tribulation if he is not careful.

In addition, there are even more pills, such as the "Three-Patterned Azure Spirit Pill," which are suitable for the Dou Ling realm.

These pills were undoubtedly a godsend for the Snake-People race, whose mid-level strength was relatively weak.

According to mainland custom, a high-level alchemist should be invited to help, especially to refine sixth-grade pills.

Not only do you need to prepare three portions of medicinal herbs in case of failure, but you also need to pay extra generous rewards.

However, Xiao Qing had a prior agreement with Queen Medusa, and he only needed to receive medicinal herbs as payment.

Therefore, each time a batch of herbs was successfully refined, the remaining two portions would naturally enter Xiao Qing's storage ring.

This was not something Xiao Qing actively requested, but rather a rule in the alchemy world, which Queen Medusa was well aware of and did not object to.

When Queen Medusa received the jade bottles containing the elixirs from Xiao Qing.

Even with Queen Medusa's aloof nature, a hint of joy couldn't help but flash across her eyes.

Queen Medusa could clearly sense the powerful medicinal properties contained in these elixirs.

With these pills, the Snake-People race can cultivate several Battle Kings in a short period of time, and even further enhance the strength of their existing Battle Emperor elders!

This is of great significance to the Serpent People, who have always been in a weak position.

How could she not be happy?

While I was delighted, there was also a touch of regret.

Unfortunately, although the clan's treasury was abundant, it lacked only a few of the core ingredients for refining the "Breakthrough Pill".

That's a heaven-defying pill that can increase the chances of a peak Dou Huang expert breaking through to Dou Zong!

If Queen Medusa had had this pill to help her in the past, she might not have had to painstakingly pursue the elusive path of evolving different flames.

With Xiao Qing's demonstrated alchemy skills, refining this pill would be no difficult task.

"Mr. Xiao, we can begin."

Queen Medusa looked at Xiao Qing, her voice less cold than it had been a month ago, but more complex and indescribable.

It even carried a hint of barely perceptible respect.

Over the past month, Xiao Qing has been subtly changing the relationship between the two through her concrete actions.

More than a month ago, Queen Medusa regarded Xiao Qing as an enemy who coerced her tribe, and her heart was filled with anger, wishing she could kill him with her sword.

Who could have imagined that in just a few dozen days, the opponent would not only overpower her with their absolute strength, but also leave her powerless to resist.

Furthermore, his superb alchemy skills brought hope to the entire snake-people race.

The value of those elixirs far exceeded the price Queen Medusa had promised for "ten years of service".

What made Queen Medusa feel even more complicated was the cold and domineering attitude that Xiao Qing displayed when he defeated her.

This contrasts sharply with the detached tranquility he displayed when refining elixirs and in everyday conversations.

These complex impressions intertwined, making it difficult for Queen Medusa to maintain her initial pure hostility when facing Xiao Qing.

If Queen Medusa knew that the young man before her, who appeared mature and composed, possessed both extraordinary strength and alchemy skills, was a genius...

She is only a little over twelve years old. One wonders what Her Majesty the Queen, who has roamed the desert for many years, thinks.

A moment later, the two arrived at a hidden oasis deep within the holy city, a place designated as a forbidden zone.

Here, ancient trees reach for the sky, and the lush greenery is a stark contrast to the yellow sandstorms that blanket the outside world.

In the center of the oasis lies a vast, clear lake.

The lake water shimmered under the moonlight and exuded a faint chill, clearly indicating that it was not an ordinary water source.

In the center of the lake, there is a solitary island, covered with rocks, with no roads connecting it to the lake.

"Next, I will use the strange fire to help you complete your evolution."

Xiao Qing stood by the lake, looking at the small island in the center, his tone unusually serious.

"The essence of evolution is to burn oneself, tempering one's bloodline and soul; the pain involved is a thousand times greater than that of ordinary flames!"

"Even with my guidance and suppression of the strange fire's ferocity, the pain is still unbearable for an ordinary person!"

"If you are not careful, you will be destroyed, body and soul. You must be prepared."

Queen Medusa followed Xiao Qing's gaze, her beautiful face showing no fear, only unwavering determination.

Queen Medusa parted her red lips slightly, her clear voice echoing through the tranquil oasis: "Years of preparation, countless hardships, even making a ten-year promise with you, all for this day!"

"For the sake of my people, to break free from the bloodline shackles that have bound me for so many years, even if it means facing mountains of knives and seas of fire, even if my soul is scattered, I will never retreat a single step!"

Queen Medusa knew that having Xiao Qing, a powerful figure with three different flames and terrifying soul power, as her protector was an exceptional condition she had never dared to imagine before.

At least, if the evolution does encounter uncontrollable accidents, Xiao Qing has the ability to forcibly interrupt the process and save Queen Medusa's life, which undoubtedly greatly reduces the risk.

Xiao Qing nodded and said no more. He flipped his hand, and three crystal-clear pills, each the size of a longan, appeared in his palm.

The surface of the elixir shimmered with iridescent light, emanating a completely different aura.

Whether icy cold, warm and moist, or full of vitality, the alluring fragrance of the pills immediately spread, and even the surrounding energy seemed to become more active.

Xiao Qing handed the pills to Queen Medusa and explained, "In the past month, besides refining those pills to enhance the strength of your snake-people, I also took the time to use the medicinal herbs in the warehouse to refine these pills specifically for dealing with the burning of strange fire and assisting in the evolution of bloodlines."

"Perhaps I can lend you a hand at a crucial moment."

Xiao Qing explained each pill in detail, describing their uses and effects: "This is the Ice Vein Pill, grade six. After taking it, it will form an extremely cold protective film on the main meridians of your body, greatly alleviating the impact and burning of the strange fire on the meridians."

"This is a Heart Protection Pill, a peak fifth-grade pill. It can firmly protect your heart meridian and the origin of your soul, ensuring the safety of your core."

"The last one is a peak sixth-grade Life Creation Pill." Xiao Qing pointed to the pill with the most concentrated life energy, his tone solemn.

"This pill contains a trace of life-giving energy. It can not only instantly repair damaged meridians and the physical body, but also provide a rich life force at the most crucial moment of your evolution, when you need to break through and rebuild, to help you complete your final transformation!"

Hearing Xiao Qing's introduction, Queen Medusa was stunned. Looking at the three radiant pills in her palm, her heart was instantly filled with complex emotions.

Ice Vein Pill and Heart Protection Pill are already rare, but the sixth-grade peak Life Creation Pill is almost as valuable as a Royal Extreme Pill!

With the aid of these elixirs, Queen Medusa's chances of successfully evolving have increased by more than 30%.

This kindness is far too great.

Just a month ago, the two were fighting to the death, and he was even forced to sign a humiliating treaty.

In the blink of an eye, the other party not only refined a large number of urgently needed pills for the tribe.

At this moment, they are sparing no effort to protect Queen Medusa's evolution, and the price they have paid has long exceeded the scope of "trade".

She, Queen Medusa, owes Xiao Qing more and more.

This debt is probably far more than ten years of service can repay.

In the future, perhaps we can only use the full strength of the clan to search for those high-grade medicinal herbs for Xiao Qing.

Or perhaps, on Xiao Qing's side, one should try to make amends for this deep affection.

Forcibly suppressing the complex emotions churning within her, Queen Medusa knew that now was not the time for sentimentality.

Queen Medusa moved swiftly, a purple light flashed, and she appeared on the small island in the center of the lake.

There is a naturally formed depression on the island, which contains not ordinary spring water, but a milky white, icy cold spring that exudes a chilling aura!

Queen Medusa stepped into the icy spring without hesitation, and the extreme cold made her shiver slightly.

Sitting cross-legged in the center of the spring, Queen Medusa swallowed the three pills one by one, but did not refine them immediately.

Instead, he carefully wrapped it with pure battle qi and stored it near his dantian.

The medicinal power of these three pills needs to be detonated sequentially during the most dangerous moment in the evolution process in order to achieve the maximum effect.

With everything ready, Queen Medusa's eyes suddenly sharpened, and a powerful aura erupted from her body.

Queen Medusa formed an ancient and complex hand seal with her hands, and her body was surrounded by surging purple battle aura!

"roar!"

With a hiss that sounded like a snake or a dragon, Queen Medusa's body began to twist and swell in a dazzling purple light!

In the blink of an eye, the once stunning queen had vanished, replaced by a giant purple python that was over ten feet long!

The giant python was covered in shimmering purple scales that reflected a dreamlike luster under the moonlight.

Its body is long and powerful, with smooth lines, subtly revealing a wild yet elegant beauty.

On the triangular snake's head, a pair of cold, purple snake eyes were staring down at Xiao Qing on the shore. The huge snake tongue flickered slightly, conveying the signal that it was time to begin.

Xiao Qing already knew the secret about the Snake-People Queen.

The queens of each dynasty were born in a unique way; they were not born from a womb, but hatched from snake eggs containing ancient energy.

After birth, through a clan's secret method, the soul of a powerful serpentine magical beast is merged into one's body, serving as a "companion soul."

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This soul will gradually merge with the queen's as she ages and gains power, becoming inseparable.

Queen Medusa's original companion soul was a sixth-tier magical beast, the Purple Flame Serpent.

The key point is that this Purple Flame Serpent contains an extremely faint trace of an ancient beast!

The bloodline of the Seven-Colored Sky-Swallowing Python!

What's even more remarkable is that among the queens of all time, a very few were born with extraordinary talents, possessing a trace of the Seven-Colored Sky-Swallowing Python's bloodline!

The modern-day Medusa Queen is one of those incredibly lucky ones!

The trace of her own nature, combined with the trace brought by the Purple Nether Flame Serpent's accompanying soul, created a wondrous resonance!

This made the Devouring Python bloodline hidden within Queen Medusa far more concentrated and vibrant than that of her predecessors!

This is precisely the source of Queen Medusa's confidence to take risks and attempt to use the violent power of the strange fire to complete her evolution!

What Queen Medusa needed to do was to use the strange fire as a hammer and herself as the embryo.

And then thoroughly forged, purified, and fused the accompanying Purple Flame Serpent soul, as well as the two strands of Devouring Python bloodline hidden within its body!

Break free from the shackles of bloodline, achieve the ultimate leap in life level, and transform into the Seven-Colored Sky-Swallowing Python, a being with limitless potential and comparable to a Dou Zong!

At this moment, the giant purple python coiled in the icy spring, its cold eyes burning with a resolute flame and an extreme thirst for power.

The path of evolution is fraught with peril, but now, everything is ready!