"Offending the Tianxuan Sect is equivalent to offending the Alchemy Tower.
Once this Master Liuyun is specifically targeted by the Alchemy Tower, his future in the path of alchemy would face immense difficulties!"
"That's true.
The Alchemy Tower is effectively the central union for all alchemists in the world.
If the Alchemy Tower makes a statement, it's likely that no one in the entire Central Continent, or even the Tianxuan Continent, would dare to publicly seek out his alchemical services again.
Moreover, all medicinal herb shops would no longer dare to conduct any transactions with him concerning herbs and elixirs."
...
In the square, many looked at Ye Yunfei with sympathetic gazes, discussing the matter in hushed tones.
The influence of the Alchemy Tower was immense. Once an alchemist was targeted by the Alchemy Tower, their fate would be exceptionally grim.
"Heh heh... kid, realize the seriousness now?
Did you think you, of all people, could contend against my Tianxuan Sect?
This is merely the beginning!"
Sect Master Zhou Tianming of the Tianxuan Sect stared at Ye Yunfei from a distance, a cold sneer on his face.
At this moment, on one of the platforms at the east side of the square sat a group of high-ranking figures from the Alchemy Tower.
Among them was a middle-aged man who appeared to be in his forties, dressed in a white alchemist robe. He possessed scholarly features and a calm, indifferent gaze.
This middle-aged man was the renowned Dan Jun of the Central Continent!
The former Tower Master of the Alchemy Tower!
He was also the core spiritual symbol of the Alchemy Tower!
The current Tower Master and a crowd of elders sat around Dan Jun like stars orbiting the moon.
The various other illustrious figures seated on the surrounding platforms also regarded this Dan Jun with profound respect.
That was because Dan Jun was universally acknowledged as the alchemist with the highest level of alchemical skill on the Tianxuan Continent!
Countless distinguished figures had sought a single pill from Dan Jun, only to be turned away!
Moreover, Dan Jun himself was an expert at the Sixth Level of the Grotto-Heaven Realm!
Who dared not show respect to such a personage?
"What's going on?" Dan Jun asked casually, his gaze occasionally sweeping over Platform Number Six.
"Likely someone trying to impersonate an alchemy master has been exposed.
After all, being invited to take a seat at our Alchemy Tower's Alchemy Competition Conference is an honor for any alchemist under heaven," a short, thin elder dressed in a black alchemist robe hurriedly replied.
This short, thin elder was the Sixth Elder of the Alchemy Tower, one of its figures of real authority.
"Hmm." Dan Jun gave a slight nod and paid it no further attention.
He had long retreated behind the scenes, focusing on his alchemical arts and no longer involving himself in the specific management affairs of the Tower.
His primary purpose for emerging from seclusion this time was to find a disciple to groom, passing on his alchemical legacy.
"Kid, hurry up and move aside!
You can't afford the responsibility for obstructing our Alchemy Tower's Alchemy Competition Conference," the deacon on Platform Number Six shouted at Ye Yunfei.
"Kid, having offended Elder Liu, did you really think you could take a seat on a platform? Dream on," the deacon sneered inwardly.
"Very well. Do not regret this," Ye Yunfei pondered for a moment, cast a deep look at this deacon, then shifted his gaze towards the platform occupied by the Alchemy Tower's higher-ups. A cold glint flashed in his eyes.
"Hahaha...
Me? Regret?
What would I have to regret? This is utterly ridiculous!
Get lost!
Otherwise, don't blame me for being impolite!"
Hearing Ye Yunfei's words, that deacon couldn't help but laugh loudly.
Ye Yunfei said nothing more. He turned and walked away with Fengyun Jue, finding a random spot to stand within the square.
"Master Liuyun, you may come and take a seat on my White Tiger Gang's platform," Ye Yunfei received a Sound Transmission from Lu Dachong at that moment.
After successfully breaking through to the Second Level of the Grotto-Heaven Realm last night, Lu Dachong was still immersed in wild joy. His gratitude towards Master Liuyun naturally reached an extreme.
"No need.
I have my own plans," Ye Yunfei replied.
"Very well.
Master Liuyun, if you require any assistance, please do not hesitate to speak," Lu Dachong transmitted.
"Esteemed guests, welcome to our Alchemy Tower's quinquennial Alchemy Competition Conference!"
At this moment, an elder clad in a grey alchemist robe slowly rose into the air and announced in a clear voice.
His voice, amplified by spiritual power, rolled like thunder, reaching the ears of everyone present.
This elder was the Grand Elder of the Alchemy Tower, an expert at the Fifth Level of the Grotto-Heaven Realm!
The previously noisy square instantly fell silent, all eyes fixed on the Alchemy Tower's Grand Elder.
"Now, I will keep unnecessary talk to a minimum and briefly outline the procedures for today's Alchemy Competition Conference.
First, we will have internal pill duels among the disciples of our Alchemy Tower. Outstanding performers will have the chance to become personal disciples of Senior Dan Jun."
The Grand Elder's voice rang out clearly.
"For others, don't even think about it. Only those four young prodigies—Luo Han, Hu Qing, Situ Yue, and Xiao Chuchu—are qualified to become personal disciples of Senior Dan Jun."
"Needless to say, those spots will undoubtedly go to those four.
Among them, I'm most optimistic about Luo Han."
"Not necessarily. I actually think Hu Qing's alchemical skills seem even more superior."
"Humph!
In my opinion, only Miss Xiao Chuchu can become Senior Dan Jun's personal disciple!
Miss Xiao Chuchu spent a long time in seclusion, devoted to researching alchemy. Emerging this time, she is determined to secure the position as Senior Dan Jun's disciple!"
Upon hearing the Grand Elder's words, many Alchemy Tower disciples could not resist discussing in low voices.
"The second procedure of the Alchemy Competition Conference is a friendly exchange where representatives from our Alchemy Tower spar with alchemy masters from across the Tianxuan Continent who have been invited to participate.
Consider it an opportunity to forge friendships through alchemical arts."
The Grand Elder continued.
Immediately, most of the alchemy masters seated on Platforms Five, Six, and Seven felt their reputations enhanced, smiling with satisfaction.
Being invited by the Alchemy Tower to participate in the Alchemy Competition Conference was in itself an honor.
It indicated that their alchemical level was publicly acknowledged.
This carried immense benefits for their future development.
Moreover, after the Alchemy Competition Conference concluded, a large number of forces would immediately seek to befriend these alchemy masters.
Many factions would even invite these masters to join them directly, placing them in high-ranking positions!
Every organization welcomed the addition of an alchemy master!
"The third procedure of the Alchemy Competition Conference is that our Alchemy Tower will put up a large batch of precious spiritual pills and treasure pills for sale.
Furthermore, the prices will be fair.
We believe all of you will return satisfied."
The Alchemy Tower Grand Elder announced.
"Excellent!"
The square immediately erupted in cheers.
Many martial artists came to the Alchemy Tower's Alchemy Competition Conference precisely to purchase the spiritual pills and treasure pills they needed.
The pills sold by the Alchemy Tower were absolutely guaranteed in quality and highly sought after.
"Alright.
Now, let the first procedure of the Alchemy Competition Conference begin!" the Grand Elder declared loudly.
"Disciples of our Alchemy Tower wishing to participate in the duels may directly ascend the stage.
There will be ten participants per group. The top three performers will advance to the next round. Those who fail to place in the top three will be eliminated."
The Grand Elder announced.
Immediately, many Alchemy Tower disciples began walking onto the stage. They formed groups of ten to commence the pill refining competition.