BTTH: Starting with the Complete Memories of Yao Chen

Chapter 97: Refining 

After storing away the Seven Illusionary Qing Spirit Saliva, Su Yun provided Nalan Jie with a treatment that was almost too exquisite to describe. Grateful and weak, Nalan Jie then left the Mittel family.

"What are your plans now, boy? With your talents, you can't possibly stay in the Jia Ma Empire forever."

Hai Bodong stood with his arms crossed, asking in a calm tone.

Hearing this, Su Yun stood up and walked over to Hai Bodong.

"Of course, the Jia Ma Empire is too small for me to fully stretch my arms and legs. Now that I've obtained the Seven Illusionary Qing Spirit Saliva, there's no need for me to stay here anymore. You must have heard of the prestigious Jia Nan Academy as well."

Su Yun and Hai Bodong exchanged glances as they discussed their future plans.

Hai Bodong frowned, his pale eyebrows knitting together.

"Jia Nan Academy, of course I know it. Do you plan to study there? With your abilities, I doubt there's much you can learn there. The entrance requirement is merely the Eight Stages of Dou Qi. Even the legendary Inner Court, rumored to be filled with geniuses, probably has no one who can match you."

Hai Bodong was puzzled by Su Yun's decision. In his view, Su Yun's current strength was enough to easily handle a fifth-stage demon beast, not to mention just entering the academy; graduating directly from Jia Nan Academy wouldn't be a problem either.

Su Yun merely smiled slightly. Outsiders knew that Jia Nan Academy had strong educational capabilities, especially the Inner Court, but they were unaware of its true secrets.

Su Yun then discussed the effects of the Sky Blazing Qi Refining Tower within the academy with Hai Bodong.

"There's such a miraculous place?" Hai Bodong's eyes flashed with surprise.

"No wonder you want to go there. Once in that Inner Court, with the effects of your Sky Blazing Qi Refining Tower, you could likely step into the Dou King realm in a short period of time."

Hai Bodong understood Su Yun's intentions but still felt puzzled.

"But once you enter Jia Nan Academy, where should I go? I can't possibly stay in the Jia Ma Empire waiting for you to return, can I?" Jia Nan Academy does not allow outsiders to enter, even the family members of students can only stay briefly.

Su Yun was slightly surprised by the old man's assumption that he had settled down with him, but then thinking about his own displayed talents and identity, he felt somewhat relieved.

Indeed, a thirteen- or fourteen-year-old sixth-grade alchemist was definitely worth a Dou Emperor's allegiance.

Su Yun did not answer Hai Bodong's question directly, instead asking, "How's the preparation for the Reviving Purple Pill's ingredients going?"

Hearing Su Yun's question, Hai Bodong's expression became embarrassed.

"Not very smooth," Hai Bodong replied honestly.

Su Yun chuckled lightly, having anticipated this issue, as the ingredients required to refine the Reviving Purple Pill were quite rare. The ingredients for the one Xiao Yan refined for Hai Bodong were even obtained from Han Feng's spatial ring.

"Hai Bodong, if you can't find it in the Jia Ma Empire, why not try elsewhere? For instance, the Black Horn Domain."

Hai Bodong's expression changed upon hearing this, and from the way Su Yun spoke, he knew what he was implying.

"Smart boy, using me like this. Wanting me to go to a place like the Black Horn Domain!"

Hai Bodong's facial expression changed, which Su Yun noticed.

"Are you afraid? The Ice Emperor who once rode through the Jia Ma Empire, now old, doesn't have even this bit of courage?"

Hai Bodong looked at Su Yun with irritation.

"Afraid? When has Hai Bodong ever been afraid?" "Oh, you're not afraid of Medusa?"

At this, Hai Bodong stiffened, a look of fear flashing across his face.

"You rascal, always bringing up uncomfortable topics!"

Hai Bodong managed to calm his emotions.

"Although the Black Horn Domain is chaotic and dangerous, with my strength, I have no worries about protecting myself there. But really, boy, what exactly do you want me to do there?"

Hai Bodong wasn't truly frightened.

The leaders of the major forces in the Black Horn Domain are only at the Dou Emperor level; with his strength, Hai Bodong could either fight and escape if overpowered.

"There are many things worth planning for in the Black Horn Domain. First, establish a foothold there, and when the time is right, I'll let you know," Su Yun said with a smile.

He wasn't deceiving Hai Bodong—the resources in the Black Horn Domain were indeed far superior to those in the Jia Ma Empire. Hai Bodong should be able to gather the ingredients for the Reviving Purple Pill quickly once there. As for why Su Yun wanted Hai Bodong to go to the Black Horn Domain, it was naturally because there were valuable items there. Not to mention, the third fragment of the Pure Lotus Demon Flame was worth the trip alone. Of course, what he most desired was the Sea Heart Flame that Han Feng possessed.

After discussing some more details, Su Yun returned to his room.

Once he was sure no one was nearby, Su Yun activated his thoughts, his figure flashed, and he returned to the system space.

The medicinal cauldron and the Seven Illusionary Qing Spirit Saliva, along with other herbs, were laid out before him. Su Yun licked his dry lips, the Dou Qi in his body surged, and a cyan flame appeared in his palm, striking the medicinal cauldron.

He began refining the various herbs.

Under the influence of the Green Lotus Core Flame, the herbs were quickly refined. Then, Su Yun began refining the Seven Illusionary Qing Spirit Saliva.

This refinement took longer; the Seven Illusionary Qing Spirit Saliva was of a high grade, and even with the Green Lotus Core Flame, it required some time.

After a while, the Seven Illusionary Qing Spirit Saliva was fully refined.

Su Yun combined the various medicinal liquids. In no time, a strange medicinal liquid emerged in the cauldron.

Seeing this, a smile flickered in Su Yun's eyes.

Unlike Xiao Yan at that time, who could only crudely refine the Seven Illusionary Qing Spirit Saliva to restore Yao Lao's depleted soul power, the other herbs also benefited the soul power. Combined with the Seven Illusionary Qing Spirit Saliva, the overall effect was enhanced.

Impatient, Su Yun transferred the medicinal liquid into a jade bottle, sat down cross-legged, swallowed it in one gulp, and began to refine the medicine's power with the Soul Decision technique.

As time passed, the strange medicinal liquid's power gradually refined by Su Yun unleashed a vast soul power throughout the system space, causing ripples.

This was the spontaneous fluctuation formed after the enhancement of soul power.

Had he been in the imperial capital, it would probably have caused a sensation.

This was also why Su Yun chose to refine in the system space.

Such fluctuations might be sensed by the people of the Soul Hall.

Although he was not afraid, avoiding unnecessary trouble was preferable.

Facing off against the Soul Hall too early was not wise.

A Dou Spirit with a complete mortal realm soul power would attract the Soul Hall's attention far more than a mere sixth-grade alchemist.

The always cautious Su Yun still chose to play it safe.

After completely refining the medicine's power, Su Yun felt the enormous strength within him and a flicker of satisfaction crossed his mind.

As his plans gradually unfolded and his strength steadily increased, he also gained a few more trump cards.

He liked this feeling.

Advancing step by step according to his own plans, climbing higher one step at a time.

This process of rising, though not as meteoric as those in thrill-filled tales and still fraught with hardships and dangers, already made him stronger and more fortunate than most in this world.

(End of Chapter)

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