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The Pill Gathering, held every thirty years, has drawn the attention of the entire Central Continent. No matter how many geniuses participate in each gathering, only one will ultimately stand here – the undisputed prodigy and the champion of the Pill Gathering!

The champion of each Alchemy Tournament inevitably leaves their mark on the history of the Dou Qi Continent. Therefore, the prestige of the Alchemy Tournament championship goes without saying. Every alchemist yearns for this honor; after all, no one wants to live a life of mediocrity...

In the center of Saint Pill City, with the appearance of the Pill Tower Elder, stone platforms suddenly rose out of thin air on the originally peaceful square, slowly suspending in mid-air.

"This... is this the arena for the Pill Gathering? The competitions alone are so spectacular?"

One of the powerful figures participating in the Pill Gathering for the first time looked at the stone platform that rose from the central square and floated in mid-air, and murmured with a touch of emotion on his face.

"Hey? That's not it. Only alchemists who have truly qualified to participate in the Pill Gathering will ultimately get this spot and compete for the championship on this platform."

Hearing the words of the person beside him, an old man turned around and looked at the other person, explaining with a smile, "The Pill Gathering is not something that just anyone is qualified to participate in."

Seeing the confusion on the young man's face, the old man smiled and said, "Young man, this must be your first time in Saint Pill City. Let me tell you, the Pill Gathering is the grandest competition in the alchemy world, so naturally not everyone can participate."

The old man pointed to the north of the square, where a dark gray mist obscured everything, preventing anyone from seeing what was inside. When they focused their gaze into the depths of the mist, they discovered that the space itself was distorted.

"As everyone knows, to participate in the Pill Gathering, one must be at least a fifth-grade alchemist. However, in addition to that, to actually obtain a seat at the Pill Gathering, one must pass two hurdles."

"This is the first trial of the Pill Gathering, also known as the Illusionary Trial. Within this gray mist lies a power that bewitches the soul. Once inside the gray mist space, one loses all sense of direction. Only by passing through this gray mist within the allotted time can one pass the first trial and gain the qualification to enter the Pill Realm!"

Some people who were witnessing the Pill Gathering for the first time showed curiosity as they listened to the old man's eloquent speech. Their eyes were fixed on the gray mist space, and they couldn't help but ask in confusion as they heard the new terms the old man used: "The Pill Realm? What is the Pill Realm?!"

"Hehe, this Pill Realm is the second test of the Pill Gathering!"

When the old man heard someone ask, a look of reminiscence appeared on his face. He took a deep breath and then said with a sigh, "Those who pass the first illusionary trial will arrive in the Pill Realm."

"The Pill Realm was created a long time ago by a Dou Sheng elder of the Pill Tower. However, as time passed, the Pill Realm gradually fell into disrepair. But today, the Pill Realm is still a treasure land that every alchemist dreams of."

"The Pill Realm is filled with countless rare and precious medicinal materials that are hard to find outside. Alchemists who pass through the environmental checkpoints to enter the realm will receive a list of rare medicinal materials. Within the Pill Realm, they must rely on their own abilities to obtain these materials and then exchange them for space stones at the exit to leave the Pill Realm."

"Only at this point have the participants passed the two stages of the Pill Gathering and qualified to participate. They now have their own place on this suspended stone platform to compete in the final battle!"

The old man explained the rules of the alchemy gathering to the crowd, his gaze fixed on the stone platform high in the sky, a hint of envy flashing in his eyes.

Looking into the old man's eyes, the astute among them had already guessed that he was probably one of the previous alchemy masters, but he hadn't achieved his goal...

Having learned the rules of the Pill Gathering from the elder, the others naturally wouldn't reopen old wounds at this moment. They all tacitly kept quiet and looked towards the Pill Tower elders, waiting for them to announce the start of the Pill Gathering.

At the location of the Ye family, Xiao Yan was wearing an alchemist's robe, a rare sight, with seven purple-gold stars surrounding his chest, making him look extremely formal.

"Teacher, senior brother, I will definitely not let you down..."

Xiao Yan looked at the stone platform in the center, a hint of fervor rising in his eyes, and his whole body exuded a strong fighting spirit.

"Dan Club Champion..."

"Shh!"

The sound of air being torn apart rang out again in front of the elders of the Pill Tower above, and then three figures appeared in everyone's sight.

Looking at the old man in the center, Xiao Yan saw that he was Xuan Kongzi, who had stopped Mu Gu and helped him. On either side of Xuan Kongzi stood an alchemist. Judging from their positions, they should be two of the three giants of the Pill Tower, Xuan Yi and Tian Leizi!

Xuan Yi was a beautiful woman who looked to be only about thirty years old, wearing a cheongsam. She seemed to have the charm of age. However, as one of the three giants, Xiao Yan knew that her age was far greater than she appeared.

The other Tian Leizi was an elderly man with dark skin. His face was taut and he looked stern. His eyes were like lightning, piercing one's soul.

The appearance of the three giants of the Dan Tower together, even at such a grand event as the Dan Gathering, still felt somewhat unreal to everyone.

After all, given their status, they are already legendary figures, rarely seen on ordinary days. But unexpectedly, at the start of this Pill Gathering, the three giants actually appeared together at the event.

"Hehe, I am Xuan Kongzi. On behalf of the Pill Tower, I thank you all for coming. In the days to come, this will be your stage to showcase your skills..."

Xuan Kongzi, with his white hair, strode out and stood in front of the people of Dan Tower, facing the endless crowd in Saint Pill City. He slowly spoke, and his gentle voice echoed in everyone's ears. Even the most arrogant people who were notorious on the continent were now completely silent.

"The rules of the Danhui competition are divided into three steps, the first..."

Xuan Kongzi spoke slightly, and it was no different from what he had learned before. The rules of the Pill Gathering had been the same in previous sessions and would basically not change.

"With the three selections completed, the last person standing will be the champion of this year's Dan Competition!"

Xuan Kongzi watched as the crowd, excited by the word "champion," began to spread outwards like ripples. He narrowed his eyes and smiled as he spoke, "The champion of this year's Pill Gathering will not only gain the status of a candidate for a Pill Tower giant, but will also receive a scroll of ancient soul cultivation techniques. At that time, reaching the eighth or even ninth rank will be just around the corner!"

boom!

As Xuan Kongzi finished speaking, the already excited crowd erupted completely.

As everyone looked at Xuan Kongzi in mid-air, their faces lit up with fanaticism.

An ancient method of soul cultivation!

No one can resist such temptation.

The soul is inherently mysterious. Apart from a few super powers on the continent, ordinary forces simply do not have such an opportunity. Even among the super powers on the continent, cultivation techniques related to the soul are strictly controlled.

It's highly unlikely that it will be leaked.

What is most important for an alchemist?

It was their own soul power. If they could obtain this scroll of soul cultivation method, countless alchemists' original bottlenecks would be broken. At this moment, they looked at the center of the arena, their eyes burning with fervor.

More importantly, this was said by Dan Ta Xuan Kong Zi himself. If one obtains this scroll of soul cultivation method, one may even have a chance to reach the eighth or ninth rank!

In that instant, many alchemy rooms went completely mad.

Even Xiao Yan's eyes burned with fervor after hearing the reward Xuan Kongzi mentioned.

"The Method of Soul Cultivation..."

Xiao Yan's breathing became heavier as he looked at the seats suspended in mid-air, licked his lips, and made up his mind.

"I must win this championship!"

Winning the Pill Gathering championship would not only grant him a method for cultivating his soul, but also the opportunity to subdue the Three Thousand Burning Flames. Even with Xiao Yan's temperament, the thought of the rewards after success was enough to excite him.

"call........"

Taking a deep breath, Xiao Yan suppressed his greed and excitement. His long period of restraint had matured his character considerably, and he knew that he couldn't let his guard down, especially at this crucial moment.

"The outcome is still uncertain..."

High above, Xuan Kongzi's gaze swept over the crowd on the ground. Without further hesitation, he waved his hand, and an invisible energy struck the void. Immediately, a melodious bell rang out.

"The time has come. All alchemists of rank five and above, please enter the first stage: the Soul Illusion!"

As soon as Xuan Kongzi finished speaking, countless alchemists surged out from the surrounding area, like locusts, densely packed together, rushing towards the distorted space shrouded in gray mist...

Seeing the figures rushing into the gray fog like dumplings being dropped into a pot, Xiao Yan no longer hesitated. He took a deep breath and slowly stepped out!

"come on!"

Elder Ye Zhong looked at Xiao Yan and nodded slightly. Xiao Yan's figure did not stop and rapidly approached the gray mist space.

"Bring me back a championship."

A familiar voice entered Xiao Yan's ears. Xiao Yan's flying figure trembled, and a relieved smile appeared on his face. Without any hesitation, he stepped into the space.

"I will bring the championship back!"

Chapter 184 The Soul Palace's Moves (Second Update)

In Saint Pill City, Xiao Fan sat on a rooftop with Zi Yan, watching Xiao Yan step into the gray mist space with a smile on his face.

"I hope my junior brother has a safe journey!"

Xiao Fan watched as Xiao Yan's figure completely merged into the gray mist space, and then murmured something.

Above the Pill Tower, as the Pill Gathering began, the elders from the Pill Tower had disappeared from their original locations. Under Xuan Kongzi's arrangement, they were hidden in various places in Holy Pill City, guarding against any possible anomalies.

After all, there are countless alchemists in Saint Pill City during the Pill Gathering. If someone were to take advantage of this opportunity to make a move, it would definitely cause huge losses to the alchemist lineage. And the people from the Soul Palace are one of them.

"I didn't expect that quite a few old monsters would participate in this Pill Gathering."

Xuan Kongzi's face was still somewhat pale. It seemed that his appearance outside was just a deliberate act to intimidate the Soul Palace. After all, he had expended so much essence and blood within the Star Domain, which would naturally have some effect.

"You're injured and still trying to act all high and mighty? I bet you're going to die here sooner or later!"

Tian Leizi frowned slightly as he looked at Xuan Kongzi, but still reached out and placed his hand on Xuan Kongzi's back to examine him again, while speaking.

"Ancient soul cultivation methods—such things are incredibly attractive to those old guys, so naturally they're willing to take the risk."

"That's not all..."

Xuan Kongzi shook his head, looking at the location of the gray mist space, and said, "I wonder what level that little guy can reach..."

"Which little guy?"

Tian Leizi belatedly realized what Xuan Kongzi meant after hearing his words.

"Xiao Yan? I heard he's Yao Chen's disciple. You met him the other day, what did you think of him?"

Hearing the two people's words and the familiar name, Xuan Yi, who was standing to the side with his eyes closed and silent, trembled slightly, but still remained silent.

"He has good talent, but I don't know how far he can go."

Xuan Kongzi nodded, then frowned again: "I heard that Yao Chen has fallen into the hands of the Soul Palace, but we don't know his whereabouts. If we can help him, let's do so. After all, he did the Pill Tower a favor back then."

Upon hearing that Yao Chen had fallen into the hands of the Soul Palace, Xuan Yi, who was sitting to the side, suddenly opened his eyes. Hearing Xuan Kongzi's words, he said with a hint of annoyance, "Who cares if he dies!"

Hearing Xuan Yi's words, Xuan Kongzi and Tian Leizi exchanged a glance. Xuan Kongzi smiled and said, "Hehe, although you have been in seclusion all these years and rarely show your face, I know that you have been sending people to search for Yao Chen's whereabouts. What, are you not planning to save him now?"

"Humph!"

Upon hearing Xuan Kongzi's words, Xuan Yi's face showed a hint of anger. He said, "It's all his fault for being arrogant and conceited. Knowing that the Soul Palace had already set its sights on him, he still wandered around alone. If he hadn't done that, he wouldn't have ended up like this."

Xuan Yi snorted coldly. Seeing that Xuan Kongzi and Tian Leizi didn't respond, he calmed down and his expression darkened. He said with a complicated look in his eyes, "After the Pill Gathering, let me go see this little guy. After all, he is an old friend's disciple. I heard that the people from the Soul Palace also want to make a move against him."

Hearing Xuan Yi's words, Xuan Kongzi and Tian Leizi exchanged a glance and nodded.