Within the secluded chamber.
Ye Yunfei took out the Chaos Cauldron and began refining pills.
"I never imagined you were actually a Treasure Pill Master!"
When Ye Yunfei started refining the treasure pill, Huang Shang appeared by his side. Watching Ye Yunfei's practiced and graceful alchemy techniques, he couldn't help but exclaim in wonder.
It must be noted that Huang Shang had previously only been an Eighth-Grade Spirit Pill Alchemist.
"The alchemy techniques I once taught you—comprehend them well. In the future, you'll have a chance to become a Treasure Pill Master yourself," Ye Yunfei said.
"I will certainly comprehend them thoroughly," Huang Shang nodded, looking somewhat wistful.
One hour later.
Ye Yunfei finally completed the pill refinement.
One Ninth-Grade Spirit Pill. One Low-Grade Treasure Pill.
As this was his first time refining a treasure pill after his rebirth, Ye Yunfei had spent a somewhat lengthy amount of time on it, a full hour.
Otherwise, as an Alchemy Venerable, refining a mere treasure pill could be accomplished in the space of a single thought!
After finishing the pills, Ye Yunfei stored the cauldron and walked out of the chamber.
"He's out!"
Outside the chamber, the Patriarch and the high-ranking members of the Divine Medicine Valley all perked up the moment they saw Ye Yunfei emerge.
"Take these two pills. After consuming them, the issues with your body should be resolved. In the future, don't be so rash and overeager in your cultivation," Ye Yunfei handed the freshly refined pills to the Patriarch.
"Thank you, Young Master Ye Yunfei!" The Patriarch accepted the pills with both hands, his attitude respectful to the extreme.
This was a Treasure Pill Master! Even if placed in the Central Continent Alchemy Tower, he would belong to the very top echelons!
The other high-ranking members also looked at Ye Yunfei with worshipful gazes. They had already taken him as their idol!
"However, you must remember one thing: what I can give you, I can also take back," Ye Yunfei swept a glance at the Patriarch and said indifferently.
"Young Master Ye Yunfei, please rest assured! From now on, I will act according to your commands!" The Patriarch shuddered and hurriedly replied.
"Also, regarding my alchemy level—this cannot be disclosed," Ye Yunfei said.
"I understand," the Patriarch answered.
"I will leave in two days. For now, go and consume the pills," Ye Yunfei instructed.
"Very well." The Patriarch, clutching the two pills, departed excitedly.
The Valley Master immediately ordered someone to prepare a quiet and secluded residence for Ye Yunfei to settle in.
At the same time.
Central Continent.
Hudao Academy Headquarters.
A towering mountain pierced the clouds, wreathed in white mist and shimmering with radiant light, akin to an abode of immortals.
At the mountain's summit stood several simple thatched huts.
In front of the huts was an empty clearing.
Eight old men with auras as deep as abysses sat cross-legged on the clearing, each wearing expressions of concern.
"Recently, in the Extraterritorial Battlefield, our losses have been extremely heavy. We must replenish our personnel rapidly. Otherwise, continuing like this, in a few years, we'll eventually have no one left to fight," one of the old men sighed.
"In that case, send down the order. Let all Perfected Virtual Gods relax their standards and select more young people to enter Hudao Academy, quickly replenishing our ranks," another elder suggested.
"Good. We can only proceed this way." The other old men all nodded in agreement.
A day later.
A sensational piece of news swept through the entire Eastern Region.
Hudao Academy was expanding its student recruitment. Any young person who passed the assessment could become an official student.
In five days, Perfected Virtual Gods would conduct recruitment trials in Lanshi City.
Once the news spread, all the young people across the Eastern Region became wildly excited.
Originally, Hudao Academy's recruitment was extremely strict. It had always relied on Perfected Virtual Gods traveling to various places, secretly observing and selecting the true monstrous geniuses of the continent.
This method of open recruitment, holding mass trials for all young people, was a first!
"It's Hudao Academy! The most prestigious academy on this continent!"
"They say many of the top experts on this continent emerged from Hudao Academy." "Once you enter Hudao Academy, it's a true carp leaping through the Dragon Gate, soaring to the heavens!"
...
Countless young people excitedly discussed the news.
Not just the youth, but various forces and families throughout the Eastern Region were also extremely stirred.
"We must send our elite disciples to participate in Hudao Academy's recruitment trials!" The high-ranking members of every force issued orders.
Because these leaders knew that Hudao Academy gathered the most outstanding batch of young geniuses on this continent. Entering the academy promised limitless possibilities for future development!
Soon, countless young people across the Eastern Region, holding onto hope, flocked towards Lanshi City.
Divine Medicine Valley Headquarters.
Ye Yunfei was resting with his eyes closed within a small pavilion.
Suddenly, his expression moved. He retrieved a golden token.
A voice transmitted from within the token.
"In five days, go to Lanshi City to take the assessment."
This golden token was the identity token the two Perfected Virtual Gods had given Ye Yunfei.
"Hudao Academy's trials have finally begun, huh?" Ye Yunfei murmured to himself.
Two days later.
BOOM...
From a hidden chamber, a powerful surge of energy suddenly erupted.
"Hahaha! My body has completely returned to normal!"
Inside the chamber, the Patriarch stood up to his full height and let out a hearty laugh.
Then.
He strode quickly out of the chamber.
Outside, the Valley Master waited with all the high-ranking members.
"Patriarch, your body..." The Valley Master, looking at the Patriarch's radiant, glowing face, immediately inquired.
"My body has fully recovered. Moreover, it's brimming with vitality—hundreds of times better than my previous peak state. In approximately three months, I should be able to break through and become a master of the Yuan Foundation Realm!" the Patriarch declared triumphantly.
"Come! Everyone, follow me to see Young Master Ye Yunfei!" The Patriarch waved his hand and strode forward, heading towards Ye Yunfei's residence.
"Excellent! Once the Patriarch breaks through to the Yuan Foundation Realm, our Divine Medicine Valley's overall strength will double!" The Valley Master and the other high-ranking members were exhilarated to the extreme.
Soon, the Patriarch, bringing all the higher-ups, arrived outside Ye Yunfei's residence.
"Young Master Ye Yunfei, my body is fine now," the Patriarch said respectfully, standing outside the door.
"Hmm. In three more months, you'll be able to break through to the Yuan Foundation Realm," Ye Yunfei walked out, his hands clasped behind his back, glanced at the Patriarch, and nodded.
"Young Master Ye Yunfei, from now on, please remain at the Divine Medicine Valley. The Divine Medicine Valley will follow your lead," the Patriarch said.
"That's right. Young Master Ye Yunfei, I am willing to relinquish the position of Valley Master to you," the Valley Master stepped forward and declared.
"We are all willing to pledge allegiance to Young Master Ye Yunfei as our leader," the other high-ranking members chorused loudly.
It was no joke! This young man before them, despite his youth, was a Treasure Pill Master! A Treasure Pill Master was even qualified to become the Tower Master of the Central Continent Alchemy Tower! Let alone just the Divine Medicine Valley.
Therefore, these higher-ups, including the Valley Master, all accepted Ye Yunfei's authority wholeheartedly.