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

Chapter 85, Yun Yun!

This old man in blue robes is one of the top ten strongest warriors in the Jia Ma Empire, a renowned Battle King known as "Wind Walker" Feng Li.

The blond giant was a newly crowned fighting king in recent years, known for his strength, and nicknamed "Lion King" Yan Shi.

They and many powerful figures around them had received some vague information from President Fama, speculating that Xiao Qing was very likely a fifth-grade alchemist.

Therefore, they all speculated that Xiao Qing would definitely challenge himself to refine a fifth-grade pill in today's final, which was unprecedented in the previous alchemist conference!

"This young man's skills are extraordinary. His alchemy in the void yesterday already showed his profound foundation! The pills he is refining today must not be ordinary fifth-grade pills. They may be something we have never even heard of before."

Feng Li stroked his beard, his eyes filled with anticipation as he analyzed the situation.

As he spoke, his cloudy gaze involuntarily turned with intense curiosity toward the figure in a blue robe standing alone in the square below, a figure seemingly untouched by the hustle and bustle.

In a corner of the crowd, Nalan Jie sat alone in his seat, his expression complex, tinged with bitterness and silence.

He never expected that the mysterious fighting king he was ordered to investigate and even fought with that day would be such an extraordinary young man.

Not only is he incredibly powerful, but he also possesses a remarkable talent for alchemy that could drive the entire empire mad.

Fifth rank—or even sixth or seventh rank in the future!

Thinking back on his actions that day, he felt a wave of fear and regret.

Standing at the very front of the viewing platform, in the best position, Hai Bodong and Jia Xingtian listened to the discussions behind them, exchanged a glance, and both of them curled up a mysterious and meaningful smile.

They did not reveal their transaction with Xiao Qing last night, so no one knew that what Xiao Qing was going to refine today was not the fifth-grade pill that everyone had guessed.

It was not the Rank 6 Imperial Extreme Pill, but one that was enough to cause an even greater sensation!

Jia Xingtian naturally noticed that Nalan Jie, the Lionheart Marshal of their Jia Ma royal family, had a fate that could only be described as unpredictable.

Only Fama, the president of the Alchemist Guild, gazed intently at Xiao Qing, who remained calm and composed below.

Recalling Jia Xingtian's visit last night and Hai Bodong's confident tone, Fama had a bold guess in his mind, and a look of amazement that even he himself found shocking flashed in his eyes.

Just then, a slight commotion arose at the entrance to the viewing platform.

Two figures dressed in the distinctive moon-white robes of the Yunlan Sect walked slowly in under the watchful eyes of the crowd.

The leader was none other than Yun Shan, the sect master of the Yunlan Sect and a peak Douhuang expert!

He did not bring Elder Yunling with him, which clearly indicated that sect affairs still needed to be managed.

A young girl followed half a step behind Yunshan.

The girl was about sixteen years old, wearing a light white long dress embroidered with flowing cloud patterns, a simple yet elegant style.

Her jet-black hair was tied up in a neat high ponytail with a simple jade hairpin, revealing her smooth forehead and slender neck.

She was extremely beautiful, with skin as white as snow, and delicate features like a fairy in a painting. Her temperament carried a cool and aloof air that seemed to emanate from the peak of Yunlan Mountain.

However, those clear and bright eyes also revealed a kind of innocent and curious naivety, which cleverly neutralized the coldness, making them appear both otherworldly and lively.

She is Yun Yun, the young sect master of Yunlan Sect and the only direct disciple of Yunshan!

"Hehe, gentlemen, it seems I'm not late after all?"

Yunshan Ziguang swept his gaze across the crowd on the viewing platform, a faint yet dignified smile on his face. His voice was calm, yet clear enough to reach everyone's ears.

As the host, Guild Master Fama was the first to stand up, his face beaming with a warm smile as he greeted the guests: "Sect Master Yunshan's presence is an honor to our Alchemist Guild! The timing is perfect; the finals are about to begin!"

"Sect Master Yunshan!"

"Greetings, Sect Master Yunshan!"

On the viewing platform, people stood up to greet the guests, their voices rising and falling.

However, some representatives of forces affiliated with or closely related to the royal family only offered verbal greetings without standing up, thus indicating their stance.

Yunshan seemed unconcerned about these subtle differences, merely nodding slightly with a calm gaze as a response to everyone's courtesy.

The finals haven't even started yet, but the undercurrents on the viewing platform are already beginning to stir.

Fama's gaze then fell on Yun Yun behind Yun Shan, a hint of amazement flashing in his eyes. He smiled and praised, "This must be Yun Yun, the beloved disciple of Sect Master Yun Shan?"

"I've long heard of your beauty, and seeing you today, you truly are a woman of unparalleled beauty and extraordinary grace. Your future is limitless!"

Feng Li, the "Windwalker," stroked his beard and chuckled, "President Fama is absolutely right. Young Sect Master Yun Yun possesses such elegance at such a young age. No wonder she is the esteemed disciple of Sect Master Yun Shan. She is truly a beauty that could make fish sink and geese fall from the sky, and the moon hide its face in shame!"

Being praised so openly by two of the empire's top figures, Yun Yun's fair cheeks flushed slightly, and her ears felt warm.

Although Yunyun has a cool and aloof personality, she is still a young girl at heart, and she inevitably feels a little shy in this kind of situation.

Then she took a graceful step forward and bowed to Fama, Feng Li and the others. Her voice was ethereal and melodious, like a clear mountain spring: "Yun Yun greets President Fama, Elder Feng, and all the seniors."

Yun Yun's proper demeanor and impeccable manners, while maintaining her status as the young sect leader of Yunlan Sect, also demonstrated the humility of a junior, instantly winning the favor of many people on the viewing platform.

Countless gazes were focused on her, some admiring, some praising, and some considering the power of the Yunlan Sect behind her.

Yunshan's deep gaze, as if it were a tangible thing, pierced through the clamor above the square and landed precisely on the figure in green below.

He didn't hide his interest and spoke directly to Fama beside him, his tone carrying a barely perceptible hint of inquiry: "President Fama, that extraordinary young man on the stone platform below, is he Xiao Qing, who has recently become famous throughout the capital?"

Fama followed his gaze, his face showing a mixture of satisfaction and pride. He stroked his long, snow-white beard and nodded affirmatively, saying, "Sect Master Yunshan has excellent eyesight. Indeed, he is Xiao Qing! This boy's talent is truly unparalleled in my life."

Upon hearing this, Windwalker Feng Li stroked his beard and sighed, his voice filled with undisguised admiration: "Indeed! Sect Master Yunshan, the saying 'Heroes have always emerged from among the young' is truly accurate!"

"I observe that this young man's aura is restrained and unassuming, and his temperament is calm and composed. Even in the face of such a situation, his expression remains unchanged. This composure far surpasses that of his peers. His future achievements are probably beyond our comprehension."

Several imperial nobles around him echoed his sentiments, their words filled with admiration and praise for Xiao Qing.

For a time, the praise for Xiao Qing on the viewing platform was endless.

Just as everyone was praising him, Xiao Qing in the square below subtly twitched his brow.

Xiao Qing's soul realm has reached the Spirit Realm, and his perception is extremely sharp.

Xiao Qing had already noticed it the moment Yunshan's gaze fell upon him.

Unlike the previous gazes that were filled with curiosity, scrutiny, or even awe.

That gaze contained a unique sense of pressure characteristic of a peak Douhuang expert.

It carried an intense, determined fervor, as if they had discovered a rare treasure, which stirred something within Xiao Qing.

Xiao Qing slowly raised her head, her clear gaze meeting Yun Shan's scrutinizing gaze from the viewing platform.

Two gazes collided silently in mid-air!

Yunshan was suddenly jolted!

He hadn't expected that his ordinary gaze, without any deliberate pressure, would be so clearly perceived and instantly pinpointed by the other party.

What surprised him even more was that there was not a trace of fear or evasion in the boy's eyes, only a bottomless calm and indifference, as if he, a peak Douhuang expert, was no different from the ordinary onlookers around him.

"What amazing soul perception! What a gifted and extraordinary young man!"

A deep look of surprise flashed across Yunshan's eyes, followed by an even stronger and more fervent determination.

This young man, no matter the cost, must be brought into my Yunlan Sect! Only my Yunlan Sect is worthy of such a prodigy!

A thought grew wildly in his mind like weeds, and his gaze unconsciously shifted slightly, landing on his beloved disciple Yun Yun who was standing behind him.

Looking at his disciple's refined and otherworldly beauty and pure temperament, a vague thought began to emerge—

"If such a peerless genius could be Yun'er's husband, it would not only fulfill a beautiful wish, but also completely bind this boy to the Yunlan Sect. Wouldn't that be the best of both worlds?"

Yun Yun was intently watching Xiao Qing below, her heart also drawn to the extraordinary temperament of this legendary young man.

Suddenly, she felt the teacher's meaningful gaze and was slightly taken aback, a sense of doubt rising in her heart.

Xiao Qing, who was below the square, calmly looked away after exchanging glances with Yun Shan.

Xiao Qing already knew the other party's identity.

A Douhuang Peak, renowned in the Yunlan Sect of the Jia Ma Empire—this person must be Yun Shan without a doubt!

The young woman beside him possessed a refined and aloof air, and her age matched her cultivation level; she must be Yun Yun from the original story.

Having figured this out, Xiao Qing felt a sense of clarity, but at the same time, a faint sense of vigilance arose within him.

Yunshan appeared at this moment, his gaze so ardent, his intention to recruit was almost self-evident.

However, Xiao Qing had no interest in joining any sect, let alone the Yunlan Sect, which had a complicated internal relationship and a bleak future.

Xiao Qing quickly banished these distracting thoughts, and his mind instantly calmed down, becoming as still as a deep well.

Right now, the most important thing is to refine the sixth-grade Royal Extreme Pill!

This is not only about the deal with Jia Xingtian and obtaining the Soul Nourishing Wood, but also a moment for him to demonstrate his absolute strength to the entire Jia Ma Empire, paving the way for him to find medicinal herbs and awaken the Medicine Elder.

Xiao Qing took a deep breath, his eyes became extremely focused, and his aura was restrained to the extreme.

As if isolated from the bustling square, they entered a mysterious state of preparation.

He had already focused all his attention on the alchemy that was about to begin.

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