Tempering is a crucial step. First, one must extract the essence of the medicinal ingredients, not just toss them in haphazardly. Although Yang Qi had attempted alchemy more than once and was as proficient as one could be, he still didn't dare to be the slightest bit careless.
After all, this was a matter concerning the honor of the Dragon Country. It required the utmost concentration. A little too much or too little of any medicinal ingredient could cause problems. In fact, many alchemists failed precisely because they made mistakes in their panic. Being meticulous was extremely important.
The audience fell silent, watching intently. Even those who spoke did so in hushed tones, not wishing to disturb the competitors. Before long, Yang Qi finished extracting the medicinal ingredients.
