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Seeing that Xiao Ling's attitude remained unchanged, Cao Ying's eyebrows slightly frowned, with obvious displeasure in her tone.

"Hmph, are you so unwilling to act with me? If that's the case, forget it. I won't stick to you anymore."

As soon as she finished speaking, she forcefully pulled her hand back from Xiao Ling's, stood up straight, turned around angrily, walked away without looking back.

The little mink who was just watching the fun couldn't help laughing when he saw the scene between Xiao Ling and Cao Ying. He looked at Xiao Ling with a sidelong glance and said with a hint of joking,

"Haha, Xiao Ling, I never thought that you would be unable to handle a woman. You fell in front of a woman. This is the first time that Master Diao has seen such a situation happen to you..."

As soon as the little mink's teasing voice fell, Xiao Ling flicked its forehead with a bit of helplessness, but his eyes followed Cao Ying's swaying back, with a hint of helplessness in his tone,

"Do you think I am invincible when it comes to dealing with women? I am not as powerful as you think. However, this girl is indeed a little dishonest. After this alchemy meeting is over, I must find an opportunity to teach her a lesson and dampen her arrogance..."

Even though Xiao Ling had some complaints about Cao Ying verbally, how could he really ignore her in his heart?

After all, Cao Ying is his woman now, so Xiao Ling will naturally not sit idly by and watch her face life-threatening danger in the upcoming assessment.

Xiao Ling gently raised his fingertips and flicked them lightly. A streak of white light silently sank into Cao Ying's body.

This action was done extremely covertly, and even Xiao Diao, who was chatting with Xiao Ling, did not notice this subtle change.

This is the secret technique that Xiao Ling learned from the ancestral spirit. This stream of light is actually a spatial mark, which has the function of positioning. Once Cao Ying is in danger, it will take effect automatically, and Xiao Ling will be able to sense her location immediately and go to support her as soon as possible.

What's even more clever is that Xiao Ling has already injected some of his own energy into this mark. Although this energy is only the power of his casual attack, it is enough to produce unexpected effects at critical moments and can deal with sudden crises.

At the entrance of another space passage, Elder Liao was still sitting on the back of the giant turtle. Although he did not investigate too deliberately, he happened to capture some subtle interactions between Xiao Ling and Cao Ying.

He couldn't help but narrow his eyes in confusion, a glimmer of inquiry flashed in his eyes, and he whispered to himself:

"There seems to be an unclear relationship between this beloved disciple of President Xuankong and this Master Xiao Ling. Judging from the behavior of these two young people, is there any misunderstanding or conflict between them?"

Elder Liao shook his head, a trace of emotion appeared on his face, and he sighed softly.

"Ah, the disputes among these young people are indeed beyond the understanding of an old man like me..."

As time went by, more and more alchemists successfully passed the first round of assessments, and they arrived at the waiting square one after another. The number of people in the square gradually increased, and the atmosphere became lively.

Cao Ying did not give up her previous plan. When Danchen successfully passed the first round of assessment, she took the opportunity to invite Danchen.

So, before the second round of assessment, the two quickly established a temporary alliance.

Just as Xiao Ling had predicted before, the two of them, with their prominent status as eighth-grade alchemists, successfully attracted a large number of contestants participating in the alchemy conference to join them, forming a force that could not be ignored.

Moreover, as more and more contestants passed the first round of assessments, many people gradually joined this temporarily formed small group.

However, under this temporary gathering of strength, whether everyone's minds are united and whether they have the ability to face a real crisis is not something that outsiders can easily discern.

As time slowly passed, more and more contestants passed the first round of assessment. They were scattered across the square in twos and threes, with vigilant gleams in their eyes.

After all, in this square, everyone is a potential competitor and no one dares to take it lightly.

However, the area where Xiao Ling was located naturally formed a spacious space of about ten feet around, which was undoubtedly a silent respect for Xiao Ling, an eighth-grade alchemist. No one dared to approach this quiet open space easily.

However, Xiao Ling didn't seem to care about this situation. As long as others didn't disturb him, he could enjoy this rare peace and leisure.

However, Xiao Ling's attention was no longer on the surrounding environment, but was focused on a group of people in black robes in the corner of the square.

Seeing such special attire and that vaguely familiar cold aura, Xiao Ling didn't even need to think much to recognize that these people were from the Soul Palace.

Moreover, Xiao Ling also carefully noticed that some of the Soul Hall members would occasionally glance at him. Feeling these unusual gazes, Xiao Ling had some guesses in his mind.

It seems that these people sent by the Soul Palace this time, if nothing unexpected happens, are very likely to have some plans for themselves during this round of assessment in the Alchemy World.

Although Xiao Ling saw through the Soul Palace's intentions, he did not feel the slightest fear. In his keen perception, there were only four Dou Zun-level warriors among the group of black-robed men, and the most powerful among them was only a five-star Dou Zun.

Although Xiao Ling's current cultivation level is only a four-star Dou Zun, seemingly inferior to that of a five-star Dou Zun, but with the various methods he has mastered, he is confident that he can fight even against a nine-star Dou Zun.

Xiao Ling didn't take these people from the Soul Palace who were only five-star Dou Zun at most seriously. They were just nutrients for the Ten Thousand Souls Banner...

Not only that, Xiao Ling's keen perception also brought him an unexpected surprise. Among the people in the Soul Palace, he found that the three-star Dou Zun had a unique aura hidden in his body.

Before, when he was in the outer square, Xiao Ling was not very clear about the aura because of the relatively far distance. But now, at this distance, Xiao Ling's perception became extremely clear. He was sure that the subtle aura was a unique sign of the strange fire.

That deep aura seemed to be able to devour everything. After a moment's thought, Xiao Ling immediately recognized its true form. This was the unique characteristic of the Void Devouring Flame, which ranked second on the Strange Fire List.

However, Xiao Ling would not be so naive as to think that what he sensed now was the true body of Void Devouring Flame. After all, Void Devouring Flame's true body was a powerful existence that reached the level of Nine-Star Dou Sheng. How could a Three-Star Dou Zun easily subdue it?

If Xiao Ling's speculation is correct, this three-star Dou Zun should be Yao Chen's senior brother, the eighth-grade alchemist of the Soul Palace, Master Mu Gu.

And the Void Devouring Flame that he subdued was probably just a small part separated from the Void Devouring Flame in the body of Soul Palace Master Hun Mie Sheng.

Compared with the main body of the Void Devouring Flame, this small flame is indeed insignificant and almost negligible.

However, even so, for Xiao Ling now, this breath of Void Devouring Flame still has great appeal.

If Xiao Ling could successfully obtain the sub-fire of the Void Devouring Flame and devour and fuse it, even if his cultivation level might not be greatly improved as a result, he would gain an extremely practical characteristic of the strange fire, which would undoubtedly be a great help in his future cultivation.

In any case, with just this Void Devouring Flame, Xiao Ling has made up his mind to completely eliminate Venerable Mu Gu in this Dan Realm...

At this moment, Elder Liao slowly opened his eyes and woke up from his dozing state. Although his voice seemed weak, it sounded like a dull thunder, rumbling in everyone's ears.

"It's almost time. All contestants who have passed the first level, come to me to receive your tasks."

He paused, then continued, "You will be given a mission medicine list, a Dan Realm map, and a space stone. The medicine list lists the herbs you must find in the Dan Realm."

"Only when you have collected all the herbs on the prescription and successfully brought them to the exit can you be considered to have cleared the customs. The exit of the Dan Realm and the location of the herbs have been marked on the map. After collecting the herbs, you only need to go to the exit."

Immediately, Elder Liao raised his voice slightly, revealing a hint of seriousness: "As for the Space Stone, it is used to save your life. If you encounter a life-threatening danger, you can crush the Space Stone, and you will be automatically sent out of the Dan Realm. But remember, once the Space Stone is crushed, it means that you will lose the qualification to continue participating in the competition."

At this point, Elder Liao's cloudy old eyes suddenly burst into a brilliant light, the light was so sharp that it seemed to be able to pierce the soul, making the alchemists present feel a palpitation.

This scene also made everyone deeply aware of how terrifying this seemingly ordinary and even somewhat decadent old man was actually.

"The Dan Realm is not a habitable place for humans because of its dilapidated state and violent energy. This means that you will only have ten days to stay there. No matter what happens, you must reach the exit within ten days."

Elder Liao looked around to make sure that everyone understood what he said. Then he slowly put away the sharp light in his eyes, became lazy again, and his voice returned to its previous weak tone.

"You know, although the Dan Realm is rich in medicinal materials, it also lurks powerful monsters. This is by no means an easy journey. Danger is everywhere, and life and death are only a thin line apart. If you choose to quit now, it's not too late."

He paused, his tone carrying a hint of unquestionable severity: "The Alchemy Contest has never been a gentle competition. Only those who have gone through bloody battles and fought their way out of the brink of life and death are qualified to compete for the supreme honor and win the respect of all living beings."

As Elder Liao finished his words, the air seemed to be filled with an atmosphere of tension and anticipation, making everyone present feel the cruelty and intensity of this competition.

However, the first test has already eliminated those contestants who were not qualified enough.

Everyone who can still stand here today is a leader in the outside world. Elder Liao’s words not only did not scare them, but instead inspired their inner fighting spirit.

There was a gleam of anticipation in their eyes and an expression of irrepressible excitement on their faces.

Although alchemists are based on alchemy, they are also people who pursue fame and fortune. Now that they have come to this point, no one is willing to give up easily.

They know that every challenge is a test of their abilities, and every victory means the accumulation of fame and glory.

On this road, they are willing to bet everything just for the ultimate victory.

Chapter 441 Dan Realm

"Now that everyone knows all of this, you can get the prescription, map, and space stone from me now and prepare to explore the Dan Realm."

Elder Liao had finished speaking. He also knew that the alchemy world was by no means a friendly place. At every alchemy conference, there were people who lost their way home.

But that's life. Everyone must make their own choices and take responsibility for their choices.

Although the Dan Realm is not very vast, it covers an area equivalent to two or three Holy Dan Cities. Searching for medicinal materials is not a one-time effort, nor can it be easily found by casually strolling. Therefore, Xiao Ling did not join those alchemists who were scrambling to find the first place.

He sat where he was, looking calmly at his impatient colleagues, and didn't care much about the so-called advantage.

He had his own plan in mind. He wanted to find the medicinal materials. After he met up with Zi Yan, he would go to find Xiong Zhan, who had been working in the alchemy world for many years. With Xiong Zhan's accumulation over the years, it was natural for him to deal with the assessment.

As time passed, the crowd in the square gradually thinned out. Eventually, Cao Ying, Song Qing, and a group of alchemists around them also began to move in the direction of Elder Liao.

"Elder Liao, you have to give us some simpler tasks." Cao Ying said with a smile.

Elder Liao smiled softly, with a hint of helplessness in his eyes. "Haha, Cao Ying, I have not been to the alchemy world for the past thirty years, and I am already unfamiliar with the distribution of medicinal materials there. Which medicinal materials are abundant and which are scarce, it all depends on your luck."

As he spoke, he took out several sealed prescriptions from his sleeve and gently placed them in front of everyone.

These prescriptions are like blind boxes, waiting to be picked, and the picker has no idea what is in the box.

The previous alchemists were the same. They chose their tasks randomly without knowing the specific contents of the medicinal materials.

When Cao Ying saw that Elder Liao answered so seriously, he knew that his joke just now could not change the established rules.

She smiled gently, said no more, and followed the tradition and casually picked up a prescription from the table.

The moment she stepped into the entrance of the Dan Realm, Cao Ying couldn't help but look back and cast a look full of dissatisfaction at Xiao Ling.

Her eyes were full of anger. Obviously, she was still brooding over Xiao Ling's rejection.

Seeing this, Xiao Ling could only shake his head helplessly and did not pay much attention to the girl.

It was not until the number of people in the square became sparse, with less than ten people, that Xiao Ling slowly stood up and walked towards Elder Liao at a leisurely pace, taking Xiao Diao with him.

The two of them greeted each other casually, and then Xiao Ling took the medicine list, map and space stone required for this assessment from Elder Liao. With a casual move, Xiao Ling put these items into the storage ring, his movements were smooth and natural.

Then, he turned and walked towards the direction of the space channel. In front of the space channel, the terrifying fluctuations were almost within reach. Even though the Dan Realm was already in ruins, the vast power left by the Dou Sheng still made people feel extremely shocked.

However, Xiao Ling's steps did not hesitate at all, as if the pressure of this force was just a breeze to him.

Xiao Ling took a step forward and stepped into the slightly turbulent space channel. Although he already had the cultivation of a four-star Dou Zun, he still felt a moment of weightlessness and dizziness.

However, this was not the first time that Xiao Ling had witnessed the methods of the Fighting Saint. He was only stunned for a moment and then quickly regained his senses.

With a flash of his figure, he was already standing steadily on a suspended island in the Dan Realm.

Standing firm, Xiao Ling looked around, sweeping his eyes across this unfamiliar space. The island was suspended in the air, surrounded by a vast sea of ​​clouds. At a glance, all he could see were scattered islands and some ancient buildings that were vaguely visible.

Looking down, what unfolds before your eyes is an endless emerald green ocean. The dense forest is like an endless green carpet, extending to the end of your sight and disappearing into the mist in the distance.

Deep in the forest, towering ancient trees reach straight into the sky like giant pillars. Their branches and leaves are lush and dense, like huge green umbrellas, covering the sky tightly.

The sunlight struggled to pass through the layers of leaves and fell down, dotted with mottled spots of light on the carpet of the forest.

On the ground, thick fallen leaves and dry branches formed a soft blanket. Occasionally, a few small magical beasts shuttled lightly here, looking for food, and occasionally making slight noises.

The breeze blew gently, the leaves rustled, and the whole forest was filled with a vibrant atmosphere.

Xiao Ling stretched out his palm, as if grabbing something in the air. He could feel the energy filling his palm. The violent power contained in that energy was so frightening that he couldn't help but sigh in his heart.

"Tsk tsk, this violent energy fluctuation is really amazing. No wonder people say that this place is not suitable for human habitation. Only those powerful monsters can survive in such an environment."

“I really don’t know what kind of profound cultivation the Dou Sheng who opened up this Dan world actually had. Could it be that this is the masterpiece created by the founder of Danta himself?”

While sighing, Xiao Ling casually took out the prescription given by Elder Liao from his storage ring, as well as a map depicting the general topography of the Dan Realm.

Xiao Ling's eyes first fell on the medicine list, where the names of three rare medicinal herbs were listed, namely, Lingyun Fairy Grass, Yanyang Spirit Fruit, and the Millennium Purple Crystal Spirit Flower.