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

Chapter 77, Yunlan Sect, Mittel Family

A beam of purple light shot into the sky from inside the cauldron. Although it was blocked by the roof of the secret chamber, the brilliance of that moment was still eye-catching.

A perfectly round, deep purple pill floated quietly above the mouth of the cauldron, emitting a gentle yet powerful energy fluctuation.

The fifth-grade peak pill, the Rejuvenating Purple Pill, is complete!

Xiao Qing didn't show much joy on his face, as if everything was under control.

With a wave of his hand, Xiao Qing sent the Rejuvenating Purple Pill obediently flying into a warm jade bottle he had prepared beforehand, where it was sealed to preserve its medicinal properties.

Xiao Qing exhaled a breath of stale air and stretched his slightly stiff neck.

Refining this fifth-grade pill was indeed not a challenge for Xiao Qing.

Whether it's the absolute control of flames by the Heavenly Fire Law.

Whether it's the spirit's precise control over the alchemy process, it makes the process as simple and natural as eating and drinking, with a near-zero probability of failure.

After tidying up the secret room, Xiao Qing strolled out and headed straight for the Xiao family's council hall.

At the same time, an invisible spiritual perception covered the entire Xiao family mansion.

And with pinpoint accuracy, he located Hai Bodong, who was waiting in his guest room, and a clear soul transmission sounded in his mind: "Old sir, the elixir has been refined and you may come to the council hall."

In a short while, a blue figure rushed into the council hall like the wind; it was Hai Bodong.

Hai Bodong's face was filled with excitement and anticipation, and his gaze instantly locked onto Xiao Qing, who was sitting calmly in the main seat.

His voice trembled slightly: "Young friend Xiao! My pills—are they finished being refined?"

Xiao Qing looked up and saw the Ice Emperor, who was once famous throughout the Jia Ma Empire, looking at him in this state, and couldn't help but find it a little funny.

"I have successfully completed my mission."

Xiao Qing smiled slightly, and without keeping him in suspense, took the warm jade bottle out of his storage ring and casually tossed it over.

Hai Bodong quickly caught the jade bottle and, unable to wait, immediately pulled out the stopper.

Instantly, a refreshing fragrance of elixir wafted out again, invigorating him.

Hai Bodong gently poured out the purple pill, looking at the three cloud patterns on it that represented its top-grade quality.

And feeling the strong medicinal power contained within, he was so excited that his hands trembled slightly.

"Excellent! Excellent! Excellent! The elixir has formed three patterns—a top-grade quality! Truly, heaven is helping me!"

Hai Bodong said "good" three times in a row, his face flushed with excitement, making the scar even more noticeable.

He gripped the jade bottle tightly, looking as if he couldn't wait to swallow the pill.

Several seconds later, Hai Bodong forcibly suppressed the urge to take the medicine immediately and put the pill back into the jade bottle.

Hai Bodong raised his head, his gaze towards Xiao Qing filled with gratitude and respect.

He then solemnly clasped his hands and bowed deeply, saying, "Young friend Xiao, I am deeply grateful! I, Hai Bodong, will forever remember this kindness!"

Xiao Qing waved his hand, his tone still calm: "Old sir, there's no need for that. It's just a mutually beneficial arrangement! You paid the fee, and I refined the pills. It's a fair trade."

Xiao Qing was referring to the precious ancient pill formula, "Soul Infant Spirit Pill." He had indeed made a profit from this deal.

"No!" Hai Bodong shook his head vigorously, his expression extremely serious.

"Helping me break the seal was a great favor, but refining this Rejuvenating Purple Pill for me, helping me return to my peak condition, is an even greater favor, akin to giving me a second life! This cannot be measured by a simple transaction!"

Hai Bodong straightened his back, patted his chest hard, making a deep, resonant sound. His voice was powerful and resolute, carrying the boldness and determination of a martial arts hero: "Young friend Xiao, I hereby swear that in the future, if you ever need anything, whether it's going through fire or water, I will do it for you!"

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"My family, Hai Bodong and the Mittel family, will definitely provide our full assistance without hesitation! Even if it costs me my old life, I will do it for you!"

Throughout his life, Hai Bodong has been a powerful figure in the Gama Empire, clearly distinguishing between gratitude and resentment, and his promises are as weighty as Mount Tai. He has never broken his word!

Looking at Hai Bodong's serious face, Xiao Qing was also slightly moved.

He smiled, his tone softening slightly: "Mr. Hai, you flatter me. I, Xiao Qing, would never ask a friend to do such a dangerous job with a nine-out-of-ten chance of death."

Xiao Qing changed the subject and asked, "Now that Elder Hai has obtained the elixirs, are you about to return to the capital?"

Hearing Xiao Qing change his address from "Old Gentleman" to the more intimate "Old Hai," a hint of undisguised joy flashed in Hai Bodong's eyes.

Hai Bodong knew that this meant Xiao Qing had truly recognized him and regarded him as a "friend" with whom she could interact on an equal footing, rather than just a transactional partner.

He nodded quickly: "That's right. There are still some matters to attend to at the headquarters of the Mittel family in the capital. Moreover, after taking this pill, I need to go into seclusion in an absolutely safe place."

Hai Bodong's mind raced, and he looked at Xiao Qing with a questioning gaze: "Judging from your words, young friend Xiao, do you perhaps wish to accompany me to the capital?"

"That's right," Xiao Qing readily admitted.

"That's exactly what I was thinking. Wutan City has limited resources, so I need to go to the capital to see if I can find some rare medicinal herbs that I need."

Xiao Qing did not reveal his intention, which was to find medicinal herbs to nourish the soul and awaken Yao Lao, but this did not prevent Hai Bodong from understanding.

Upon hearing this, Hai Bodong burst into laughter, his face radiating confidence and pride: "Hahaha! Young friend Xiao, you've certainly come to the right person!"

"In this capital city of Gama, when it comes to channels and information regarding medicinal herbs, elixirs, magic cores, and all sorts of rare treasures, if my Mittel family auction house claims to be second, no one dares to claim to be first!"

Hai Bodong patted his chest again, his tone resolute: "Don't worry! Once we get to the capital, leave everything to me!"

"Whatever medicinal herbs you need, as long as they are available within the Gama Empire, my Mittel family will search high and low to find them for you!"

"Even if we don't have it right away, our intelligence network, which spans the entire country and even neighboring countries, can get you accurate information in the shortest possible time!"

Seeing Hai Bodong's confident expression, Xiao Qing's lips curled into a satisfied smile.

With the strong support of this local bigwig, the journey to the capital to find the medicinal herbs to awaken the old doctor should be much smoother.

"How about we set off first thing tomorrow morning?"

Xiao Qing looked at Hai Bodong, seeking his opinion.

Xiao Qing has never liked to procrastinate, and since he has decided to go to the capital, the sooner the better.

Hai Bodong naturally had no objections and readily nodded: "Okay, no problem! I can set off at any time."

With the Rejuvenating Purple Pill in hand, Hai Bodong felt much more at ease. Returning to the capital a day earlier or later wouldn't make much difference.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Qing smiled slightly and made a joke: "When we get to the capital, I'll be completely unfamiliar with the place, so I'll have to rely on you, Elder Hai, a local expert, to arrange my accommodation."

Upon hearing this, Hai Bodong burst into laughter, thumping his chest loudly, and confidently assured him, "Don't worry, young friend Xiao! Once we're in the capital, that's my territory!"

"I'll take care of everything—your food, clothing, daily necessities, and your itinerary! I'll make sure you feel right at home, no less comfortable than at the Xiao family's!"

He was actually quite happy to have the opportunity to do something for Xiao Qing.

The trip to the capital of Gama was thus decided.

Time slipped away quietly in the stillness of the night, and soon, dawn broke in the east, and the CD player dispelled the last vestiges of darkness.

The next morning, the air in front of the Xiao family's gate was slightly chilly.

Xiao Qing, dressed in a simple blue robe, stood there tall and straight, ready to set off.

Hai Bodong was indeed waiting there. He stood with his hands behind his back, and his aura seemed even more profound and deep than yesterday.

The oppressive aura emanating from it had actually reached the level of a four-star Dou Huang!

Xiao Qing's sharp eyes swept over him, and she understood immediately.

This old fellow, in the end, couldn't resist the immense temptation of regaining his strength last night.

He secretly found a deserted mountain range and eagerly swallowed the Rejuvenating Purple Pill.

Judging from this aura, he has not only recovered his cultivation level before being sealed by Queen Medusa, but also seems to have made slight progress. It seems that the top-grade Spirit Restoration Purple Pill has an extraordinary effect.

Hai Bodong noticed Xiao Qing's knowing and teasing gaze.

His old face flushed slightly, and he coughed awkwardly, chuckling, "Ahem—well, young friend Xiao, you two chat first, I'll wait for you in the sky."

Having said that, as if afraid that Xiao Qing would ask further questions, a surge of powerful, icy blue battle qi erupted from his body.

Suddenly, a pair of magnificent icy wings materialized behind Hai Bodong. With a flap of the wings, he soared into the sky and hovered in mid-air, leaving behind the silhouette of a "master" below.

Xiao Qing shook her head and chuckled, ignoring him and turning her gaze to the side.

Gu Xun'er and Qing Lin stood on either side of Xiao Qing, their faces filled with deep reluctance.

Gu Xun'er gripped Xiao Qing's sleeve tightly, her bright eyes brimming with tears, as if she were about to shed them at any moment.

"Brother Xiao Qing, you must come back soon!" Her voice was choked with emotion.

Ever since she learned yesterday that Xiao Qing was leaving again, and to the distant capital, she had been feeling down.

She even offered to come along, but Xiao Qing gently but firmly refused.

Xiao Qing told her that he was not on a leisurely trip, but had important business to attend to, and that bringing them along would be inconvenient and would prevent him from taking care of them properly.

At the same time, Xiao Qing also hoped that she could stay in the Xiao family to accompany and take care of the more introverted and timid Qing Lin.

Qinglin looked up, her little face tilted back, her tiny hands nervously twisting the hem of her clothes. Her voice was soft and weak, yet full of dependence: "Brother Xiao Qing—Qinglin, Qinglin will miss you—"

Xiao Qing felt a surge of warmth in her heart, so she squatted down to be at eye level with the two little girls.

He reached out and gently stroked their soft hair, his tone gentle yet firm: "Don't worry, I'm just going to take care of some business. I won't be gone for long. You must listen to the clan leader at home and remember to cultivate diligently without slacking off! Especially Xun'er, you have great talent, so you must be even more attentive."

"Qinglin, you've just started learning about battle qi, so you must build a solid foundation. If there's anything you don't understand, you can ask Sister Xun'er or consult the clan leader."

Xiao Qing's gaze swept over the two girls, filled with encouragement and expectation: "When I get back, I'll be checking your homework."

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"Um!"

"Understood, Brother Xiao Qing!"

The two little girls nodded vigorously, trying hard to hold back the tears welling up in their eyes.

Xiao Zhan stood a little further away, watching this scene with a complicated expression.

He stepped forward, patted Xiao Qing on the shoulder, and said with a heavy but concerned tone, "Qing'er, the power dynamics in the capital are far more complex than those in Wutan City. When you get there, be careful in everything you do, and prioritize your own safety! Don't worry about the family; I'll take care of things!"

"I understand, Uncle! Take care of yourself too." Xiao Qing stood up and nodded solemnly to Xiao Zhan.

Xiao Qing took one last look at the familiar Xiao family gate and the two small, reluctant figures standing in front of it, a resolute glint in her eyes.

"It's time to set off."

Without further hesitation, he unleashed a burst of crimson-gold battle qi from his body, which rapidly condensed into a pair of magnificent and solid crimson-gold wings behind Xiao Qing.

With a slight flap of its wings, dust rose from the ground, and Xiao Qing's figure soared into the air, transforming into a streak of crimson-gold light that shot towards the horizon to join Hai Bodong, who was waiting there.

Above the sky, Xiao Qing waved his hand forcefully downwards one last time, then exchanged a glance with Hai Bodong.

The wings on their backs flapped violently at the same time, accompanied by a loud whooshing sound.

The two figures sped off like arrows towards the capital of Gama.

They quickly turned into two tiny black dots on the horizon, eventually disappearing completely from everyone's sight.

"A Dou Wang level expert—soaring through the sky, truly extraordinary."

Xiao Zhan looked up at the now empty sky and murmured to himself.

His tone was full of emotion and satisfaction, with a hint of barely perceptible envy.

Gu Xun'er clenched her small fists so tightly that her nails almost dug into her flesh.

She gazed in the direction where Xiao Qing had disappeared, the tender reluctance in her eyes long since replaced by a resolute flame.

Brother Xiao Qing, just you wait! Xun'er will definitely work hard to cultivate and will never be a burden to you! In the future, I will also become a strong person like you, able to stand by your side and fight alongside you!

This idea, like a seed, took deep root in her heart and grew wildly.

She knew that only great strength could truly help her brother Xiao Qing.

Although Qinglin, who was standing to the side, did not have a clear goal like Gu Xun'er.

But watching Brother Xiao Qing leave, and seeing the fighting spirit burning in Sister Xun'er's eyes.

She secretly resolved to work even harder and not let everyone down.

After nearly a full day of continuous flight, even with their cultivation levels, Xiao Qing and Hai Bodong felt a bit tired.

The landscape below gradually transforms from mountains and plains into bustling towns.

Finally, the outline of an incredibly magnificent and spectacular city appeared at the edge of the horizon.

As the distance closes, the city's overall appearance becomes increasingly clear.

The towering city walls resemble a giant dragon coiled up, the buildings inside the city are high-end and grand, the wide streets crisscross, and the flow of people and vehicles is like an ant colony.

Even when viewed from above through a thin layer of clouds, one can feel the overwhelming grandeur and bustling activity.

"This is the capital of the Gama Empire. What do you think? Not bad, is it?"

Hai Bodong's voice rang out from the side, carrying a hint of pride as a native of the capital.

He noticed that Xiao Qing's gaze held a mixture of scrutiny and curiosity, after all, Hai Bodong knew that this was Xiao Qing's first time in the capital.

Xiao Qing nodded slightly, his gaze sweeping over the enormous city. He could indeed feel its profound heritage and grandeur as the center of a nation.

This is a completely different world from Wutan City, where Xiao Qing grew up.

Suddenly, Xiao Qing's gaze passed over the capital and landed further north.

There, a majestic, continuous mountain range stretches across the land like a sleeping giant.

Nestled within the mountains, a magnificent cluster of white buildings can be faintly seen, appearing and disappearing amidst the clouds and mist, exuding an aura of transcendence and solemnity.

Flying beside Xiao Qing, Hai Bodong followed Xiao Qing's gaze and said knowingly, "That's where the Yunlan Sect's mountain gate is located. The Yunlan Sect is known as the number one sect in the Jia Ma Empire, with a deep and complex network of influence and profound foundations."

"Yunlan Sect — I've heard of it."

Xiao Qing withdrew her gaze and responded in a calm tone.

He naturally knew what that place was, and even knew more about its interior than Hai Bodong did.

Seeing that Xiao Qing didn't seem very interested, Hai Bodong didn't say much. He just snorted with a hint of disdain and added, "Hmph, in recent years, the Yunlan Sect has become increasingly arrogant. Relying on the sect's power, they sometimes don't even give much face to the royal family."

"Within the empire, it is indeed a tough nut to crack. Even the royal family is wary of it, and it seems to have a tendency to rise above the imperial power."

Hai Bodong, who was in charge of intelligence on the Mittel family, had a thorough understanding of the subtle relationships between these forces.

Xiao Qing remained noncommittal. As long as these power struggles didn't provoke him, he had no interest in getting involved for the time being.

"Alright, we've arrived in the capital. Let's disembark! Flying over the capital for a long time can easily attract unnecessary attention, especially from the royal family," Hai Bodong kindly reminded them.

Xiao Qing nodded to indicate that he understood.

The two immediately concealed their auras, the light from their battle aura wings gradually dimmed, and their figures began to slowly descend.

It finally landed smoothly in a relatively quiet square near the city center.

With his feet firmly on the ground, Hai Bodong visibly relaxed and straightened his robes.

Hai Bodong's smile returned, and he gestured for Xiao Qing to come: "Come on, young friend Xiao, follow me! I'll take you to the headquarters of our Mittel family to settle in first."

"You must be tired from your flight. Take a short rest, and I'll treat you to a welcome-back dinner tonight!"

"Thank you for your trouble, Elder Hai," Xiao Qing nodded in response.

He then followed in Hai Bodong's footsteps, blending into the crowds of the capital and beginning his journey in the capital city of Jiama.

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