Chapter 91: Initial Display of the Alchemy System, Yang Wudi's Gratitude
Hearing this, Yang Lie became interested, curious about what matter Yun Yuan wanted to discuss with him later.
It seemed they had no prior interaction. Moreover, everything their Breaking Clan possessed, Spirit Hall also possessed. No matter how he thought about it, Yang Lie simply couldn't figure out what Yun Yuan could possibly want from their Breaking Clan.
Could it be that Yun Yuan intended to directly recruit their Breaking Clan away, then?
Sensing the curious gazes of Yang Lie and Yang Wudi, Yun Yuan gave a light cough. Instead of getting straight to the point, he intended to let their curiosity build first.
"Clan Leader Yang, I've heard that your Breaking Clan is a family renowned for refining medicine. I happen to have some attainments in alchemy myself. I've come today specifically to discuss the path of alchemy with you."
"Oh, I see. Holy Son Yun Yuan, then let us head into the alchemy room of our Breaking Clan and discuss it there."
Now that he understood Yun Yuan's purpose, Yang Lie did not refuse. The brief exchange earlier had already made him develop a sense of respect for this young yet terrifyingly powerful opponent.
Afterward, Yang Lie led Yun Yuan into the territory of the Breaking Clan, heading straight to a massive alchemy room.
"Haha, Holy Son Yun Yuan, while I may not match you in combat strength, when it comes to alchemy, aside from that person from the Ye family, I don't believe anyone can rival me."
"Feel free to discuss anything with me. I will share everything I know."
Upon entering the alchemy room, Yang Lie patted Yun Yuan on the shoulder and laughed heartily, making his promise.
Toward this genius, whose martial soul was also a spear and who had knowledge in alchemy, Yang Lie couldn't help but feel a sense of appreciation for talent.
If only Yun Yuan were a member of their Breaking Clan. He would be a perfect fit.
"Clan Leader Yang, don't underestimate me. Let me show you my alchemy methods shortly."
Seeing Yang Lie's sincerity, Yun Yuan felt a bit more goodwill, as expected of someone who uses a spear—completely different from those hammer users.
Then, Yun Yuan began explaining his achievements in alchemy over the past few years, including the alchemy system he had only recently perfected.
Inside the Breaking Clan's alchemy room, as time passed, the father-and-son duo, Yang Lie and Yang Wudi, stood silently to the side, eyes wide and mouths agape as they listened to Yun Yuan describe his alchemy system.
Wait, what had Yun Yuan just said? From first-grade to immortal-grade pills—Soul Ascension Pills, Recovery Pills…
Yang Lie had never even heard of these, let alone offered guidance. By the end, he kept wiping the sweat from his forehead; his worldview was clearly shaken.
But the shock wasn't over. Immediately after, Yun Yuan began selecting herbs within the Breaking Clan's alchemy room, intending to refine the most commonly used and most tempting pill—the Soul Ascension Pill.
"Clan Leader Yang, what level has that genius of your Breaking Clan beside you reached?"
At Yun Yuan's question, Yang Wudi stepped forward first and slowly replied:
"Holy Son, my soul power has reached rank fifty-nine."
"Fifty-nine? Perfect."
The Breaking Clan's alchemy room naturally contained a wide variety of herbs, including those needed to refine a fifth-grade Soul Ascension Pill.
Under their puzzled gazes, Yun Yuan took some herbs and walked to the alchemy furnace, beginning to refine a fifth-grade Soul Ascension Pill.
Seeing this, Yang Wudi swallowed nervously and looked at his father, Yang Lie, unable to help but say:
"Father, Holy Son isn't going to refine those pills he just mentioned, is he? That would be unbelievable."
To be honest, both Yang Lie and his son were half-skeptical of Yun Yuan's earlier claims. It was simply too shocking.
They couldn't believe that such a young soul master could perfect an entire alchemy system.
But now, as Yun Yuan personally refined the pill, their understanding was gradually being shattered. The moment the pill was completed would be when their worldview fully collapsed.
"Wudi, stop talking for now. Let's wait until he finishes. Perhaps we are witnessing the arrival of a new era in the soul master world."
As an alchemist with considerable skill, Yang Lie knew better than anyone what kind of upheaval Yun Yuan's actions would bring to the soul master world.
After more than ten minutes, waves of pill fragrance began to emanate from the furnace, signaling that the fifth-grade Soul Ascension Pill was about to take shape.
The furnace fire died down. Yun Yuan took out the fifth-grade Soul Ascension Pill he had refined, its fragrance instantly filling the entire alchemy room.
"Here, try taking it."
Yun Yuan handed the pill to Yang Wudi, gesturing for him to consume it.
Looking at the fragrant Soul Ascension Pill in his hand, Yang Wudi couldn't help swallowing, his eyes filled with desire.
"This… is this really for me? We're practically strangers. There's no real connection between us."
After a moment of silence, suppressing his desire, Yang Wudi asked Yun Yuan.
Yun Yuan simply smiled faintly, glancing at both Yang Wudi and Yang Lie.
"There isn't now, but that doesn't mean there won't be in the future."
"Just take it. If you feel indebted, you can repay me later with something of equal value."
Hearing this, Yang Wudi no longer hesitated. He placed the fifth-grade Soul Ascension Pill into his mouth.
He then sat cross-legged, beginning to refine the medicinal power of the pill. About half an hour later, his aura rose slightly.
Soon after, he slowly opened his eyes. The excitement and joy in them were impossible to hide. Walking up to Yun Yuan, he slightly bowed and cupped his hands.
"Holy Son, for helping me break through to the Soul Emperor realm, I, Yang Wudi, will repay this debt one day."
Yang Wudi's gaze was extremely firm, filled with gratitude toward Yun Yuan.
"Good, I'll wait for that day."
After responding to Yang Wudi, Yun Yuan turned his gaze to Yang Lie.
"Clan Leader Yang, what do you think of my alchemy system? You should already be able to guess my purpose in coming here today. I invite your Breaking Clan to join our Spirit Hall."
"To be frank, Spirit Hall is about to establish a Pill Hall, and I, Yun Yuan, will serve as its Hall Master. If your Breaking Clan joins my Pill Hall, I guarantee you the best treatment."
"Resources, alchemy system knowledge, and a certain degree of freedom—these your Breaking Clan will have."
After Yun Yuan finished speaking, the alchemy room fell into silence. None of the three spoke. Yang Wudi and Yun Yuan both looked toward Yang Lie.
There was no need to say more about Yun Yuan. He clearly hoped the Breaking Clan would join Spirit Hall. As for Yang Wudi, he was full of anticipation and evidently very willing.
But all of this depended on the decision of the leader of the Breaking Clan before them.
"Holy Son, I… I cannot be an unfaithful and unrighteous person. Since we have already joined the Clear Sky Sect, I should not betray my word."
"Your invitation, I, Yang Lie, refuse."
End of Chapter
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