Chapter 648: The Soul Clan's Action, Shocking Events in the Medicine Clan
Medicine Clan, Medicine Mountain.
Pill rain mixed with thunder rang out, creating deafening booms.
"Rumble, rumble!"
In the sky, black lightning darted like a mad serpent, filling the heavens with terrifying power. The sight made many people shrink their necks in fear, as if worried the black lightning would strike them directly.
"Bang!"
Suddenly, the thunderclouds churned violently, and bolts of black lightning, like roaring serpents, fiercely bombarded the pill embryo in the cauldron in front of Xiao Yan.
"Boom, boom, boom!"
The fierce bombardment continued for nearly ten minutes until a faint cracking sound came from the pill embryo.
Everyone's hearts jumped at the sound. All eyes were glued to the pill embryo as a tiny crack spread across its surface.
As the cracks multiplied, the pill embryo suddenly exploded.
The moment it burst, a rich medicinal fragrance filled the sky, swirling in the air. The scent condensed into the shape of various herbs, covering the heavens in a bizarre spectacle.
"Whoosh!"
As everyone was mesmerized by this strange scene, a graceful figure suddenly appeared in the sky.
This figure had long, flowing black hair and a slender, delicate body. Her beautiful, wide eyes were filled with fear as she looked around, exuding a helpless, pitiful charm that stirred many people's desire to protect her.
"What a beautiful woman! How can someone be this stunning?"
"Idiot, that's a Nine-Rank Mystic Pill!"
"It has transformed into human form! It really is a Nine-Rank Mystic Pill!"
"A Nine-Rank Mystic Pill! There are probably fewer than ten on the entire continent."
...
As soon as the graceful figure appeared, she instantly drew everyone's attention.
In an instant, the whole mountain erupted in excitement. Countless people jumped to their feet, their eyes blazing as they stared at the figure in the sky, their greed barely contained. Under the temptation of a Nine-Rank Mystic Pill, few could remain calm.
"Just born and already capable of such tricks to deceive people—truly worthy of the Nine-Rank Mystic Pill."
Mu Yu looked at the beautiful figure with a strange expression, then smiled and said, "Xiao Yan has refined a Nine-Rank Mystic Pill. It seems the championship for this pill-refining competition is practically his."
"Each generation brings forth new talent. Xiao Yan's mastery of pill refining is truly astounding. No one in this field can compare to you now. You are undoubtedly the number one alchemist." Yao Dan, the clan leader, nodded in admiration.
No one was more pleased than Xiao Yan's teacher, Yao Lao. He looked at his student, full of pride, his hands trembling with emotion.
A Nine-Rank Mystic Pill, the title of the continent's top alchemist—these honors not only surpassed Yao Lao himself but also humbled even Yao Dan, the leader of the Medicine Clan.
"Yao Chen truly trained an extraordinary disciple. If we had known this, we wouldn't have let Yao Wangu do as he pleased all those years ago."
The elders of the Medicine Clan exchanged complex glances, each letting out a silent sigh. No matter how proud they were, they couldn't deny it now.
"Clan Leader Yao Dan, Xiao Yan has a request today."
In the midst of everyone's fervent gazes, Xiao Yan put away the Nine-Rank Mystic Pill and then looked at Yao Lao before turning to Yao Dan. He clasped his hands and spoke.
"I know what you want to ask," Yao Dan's expression was complicated as he sighed and looked at Yao Lao.
"Yao Chen, judging by today's events, you may indeed be the greatest genius in the Medicine Clan. That family monument will be yours."
"Thank you, Clan Leader Yao Dan."
Yao Lao's lips trembled as his greatest wish had finally been fulfilled. Even with his composure, he couldn't hide his overwhelming emotions.
"Haha, Clan Leader Yao Dan, I too have a request today."
At that moment, Soul Void Zi in the sky gave Xiao Yan a venomous glance before turning to Yao Dan with a sinister smile.
Hearing this, Mu Yu's expression stiffened, and his hand instinctively tightened.
It seemed the Soul Clan was about to make its move.
"Oh?"
Yao Dan noticed something was off, his brow furrowed as he eyed Soul Void Zi cautiously.
"Speak."
Soul Void Zi's smile grew more twisted as he licked his lips. What he said next shocked everyone in the Medicine Clan.
"I'd like to temporarily borrow the Ancient Emperor Jade of the Tuo She Clan from the Medicine Clan!"
Silence!
As soon as Soul Void Zi's words fell, the once-boiling crowd went dead silent, so quiet you could hear a pin drop.
The faces of all the Medicine Clan elders turned grim, their eyes flashing coldly.
The Ancient Emperor Jade of the Tuo She Clan was one of eight pieces held by eight ancient clans. Each piece was treated as a priceless treasure, even unseen by most elders.
How could the Medicine Clan possibly lend such a treasure to Soul Void Zi? Was he out of his mind?
"So, they've finally decided to target the Medicine Clan." Mu Yu's face darkened as he muttered to himself.
His eyes shifted toward Gu He. The Soul Clan had mobilized many strong fighters for this operation. Without the aid of the Gu Clan, the destruction of the Medicine Clan was inevitable.
Gu He had just advanced to Nine-Rank Alchemist status, and losing him in the coming battle would be a major blow to the alliance between the Medicine Clan and the Gu Clan.
"Soul Void Zi, do you know what you're asking for?"
Yao Dan stood up, glaring coldly at Soul Void Zi, his voice devoid of emotion.
"Haha, exactly what I said, Clan Leader Yao Dan. The Soul Clan will get the Ancient Emperor Jade of Tuo She today, whether you lend it willingly or not!"
As Soul Void Zi finished speaking, he laughed coldly. His eyes glinted as black flames suddenly erupted from them, and his aura skyrocketed.
"Seven-Star Dou Saint!"
Everyone's expressions shifted drastically as they felt the immense power radiating from Soul Void Zi, comparable to Yao Dan himself.
Sensing Soul Void Zi's strength, Yao Dan's face finally turned grim. He stood up, his gaze fixed on Soul Void Zi, and ordered coldly.
"Send a signal to the Yan Clan and Lei Clan! Tell them we've found the mastermind behind the Ling and Shi Clans' disappearance!"
He then turned to Mu Yu, saying seriously, "Master Mu, our clans are allies. I fear the Soul Clan has more tricks up their sleeves, and we may need your help."
Mu Yu, who had defeated the leaders of the Soul Hall and the Sky Demon Phoenix Clan, was second only to Yao Dan among the Medicine Clan. As an ally, his strength was crucial.
Mu Yu nodded. "Rest assured, Clan Leader Yao Dan. The Soul Clan is our common enemy. I won't stand by."
"Send the signal!"
One of the Medicine Clan elders quickly tore open a scroll, sending space ripples across the air, but the signal was disrupted before it could open a space portal.
"Soul Void Zi, what have you done?" a Medicine Clan elder shouted.
"Hmm, it's done," Soul Void Zi smiled indifferently. "I've merely sealed the space around the Medicine Clan."
His words sent the crowd into a panic. Many experts pulled out their own space scrolls, but all attempts to leave failed, just like before.
Yao Dan's face grew darker as he realized the situation. His communication ring with the Yan and Lei Clan leaders had been cut off.
"Haha, don't bother, Clan Leader Yao Dan," Soul Void Zi laughed.
Yao Dan looked at the failed communication and his heart sank completely.
"Soul Void Zi, we have space channels connected with the Yan and Lei Clans. If they find those channels gone, they'll know something is wrong. The Gu Clan won't stand idly by. Together, our four clans will destroy the Soul Clan!"
Soul Void Zi smiled coldly. "We silently took the Ling and Shi Clans without the Gu Clan noticing. We can do the same to the Medicine Clan."
"Just you?!"
Yao Dan's powerful aura erupted as he rose into the air, his strength surpassing Soul Void Zi's. But Soul Void Zi grinned, clapping his hands.
Suddenly, the sky filled with black flames, accompanied by bloodcurdling screams.
"True Void Swallowing Flame!" Mu Yu exclaimed, his pupils constricting in fear as black flames spread across the sky.
Floating in the air, Soul Void Zi opened his arms wide, his smile twisted. "Yao Dan, I'm honored to tell you that the Medicine Clan is finished."
As he spoke, the black flames covered the heavens, and everyone below felt their energy being drained. The void flames were devouring their fighting spirit.
"Be careful! These flames can't be stopped by regular means," Mu Yu warned, shielding himself and Gu He in a golden barrier.
"Cousin Mu, the Soul Clan means business," Xiao Yan said gravely.
"Yes, the space is sealed. The Soul Clan intends to leave no survivors," Mu Yu replied solemnly.
Everyone realized the full scale of the Soul Clan's plot and the peril they faced as the battle loomed.
(End of chapter)
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