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However, lacking one ingredient for Alchemy would reduce the time spent on it. Yet, the quantity of pills produced often decreases by more than one. Each time a batch of pills is made, eight pills must be surrendered to the Valley Master and various factions. If one seeks to speed up the process by reducing one or two ingredients, even if pills are produced, it often results in wasted effort for others.
To ensure fairness among Alchemists, there is an agreement that each batch must contain no less than ten ingredients. If one has the skill, they can add more ingredients, but they cannot reduce them. However, for several years now, with a mindset focused on stability, very few have attempted to refine more than ten ingredients in a single batch.
When Xunuo took out thirteen ingredients at once, he felt that this was not much different from refining ten ingredients in a single batch. There was no significant difference in time either, and he felt relatively confident, especially with his improved magical power.
As the Valley Master Envoy saw that the Alchemists were ready, he waved the Formation Flag to seal off each Alchemical Platform and began the Alchemy process. Xunuo's strength lay in the combination of Divine Sense and magical power. Although this method had been widely circulated, Xunuo's advantages became quite apparent during practical application.
In the first step of purifying the materials, there was no noticeable difference among the twenty Alchemists. However, when it came to the fusion step, Xunuo gradually stood out. He adopted a progressive approach to his magical power, gradually increasing its input. This kept the fusion speed in a state of slow acceleration. The exchange between magical power and Mind Power was a gradual process that did not compromise the quality of the fusion.
In contrast, some inexperienced Alchemists struggled with this transition. Their fusion of materials not only failed to accelerate but also slowed down or even halted altogether. The fusion process resembled cooking a pancake; if you don't turn it over, it will burn. Such mistakes are irreversible.
Before long, several explosions were heard from various Alchemical Platforms, indicating failures during the process. Soon after, a few disheveled Alchemists emerged from the formations, leaving their platforms while cursing or sighing in disappointment.
Xunuo, on the other hand, was getting into his rhythm. He had already grasped two spirit stones to recover his magical power while fusing the medicinal properties. For this kind of sustained magical consumption or large-scale magical battles, Xunuo felt helpless; he had to keep his magical power at full capacity as a precaution.
Moreover, during this round of Alchemy, Xunuo did not dare to be careless. Especially during the fusion step, he needed to maintain this steady acceleration to have any chance of coming out on top or at least securing a place among the first few to produce pills. Xunuo believed that as long as the Geothermal Vein did not become chaotic beyond control, he would be safe in producing pills.
However, after a day passed, an unsettling feeling left Xunuo in a dilemma. This precise control over his magical power seemed to trigger signs of breaking through his Bottleneck.
Naturally, Xunuo could suppress this situation. Just like the Black Wind Old Monster who repeatedly managed to suppress his breakthroughs until he could no longer contain them and then broke through all at once. The difficulty of breaking through his Bottleneck was less than that of suppressing it. This allowed him to experience explosive growth in magical power each time he broke through and dominate among his peers.
Yet Xunuo knew he could not compare himself to such a prodigy. Missing this opportunity would make future advancements even more difficult. However, attempting to break through his Bottleneck at this moment would require assistance from medicinal power—something that would inevitably expose his secret regarding pills.
That was not even the main concern. Having spent considerable time in Chaotic Valley, Xunuo understood the status of Alchemists here. Some previously daunting matters were no longer too concerning for him. But if he advanced now and caused chaos in Heaven and Earth Vitality, his current batch of pills would surely fail and adversely affect other Alchemists as well—rendering this round of Alchemy futile.
After some contemplation, Xunuo raised his hand and sent out six Formation pieces to set up the Three Talents Confining Dragon Formation around him. Having been pursued by Six-Winged Crimson Fire Ants before, Xunuo carried this formation as a personal protective artifact—a final barrier for survival. He intended to keep it close at all times whenever he stepped outside Chaotic Valley.
Xunuo paid no mind to the astonished gazes of the other Cultivators as he waved the Formation Flag, unleashing the full power of the formation. He felt a sense of natural progression within himself.
Xunuo resolved that even if this batch of pills were to fail, he would not let this opportunity for advancement slip away. However, he was not certain that failure was inevitable. After all, the signs of breaking through the Bottleneck had only just begun to manifest. Until it became absolutely necessary to focus solely on overcoming the Bottleneck, Xunuo did not wish to give up on this batch of pills easily. He aimed to channel all his energy into breaking through the Bottleneck.
He activated the Three Talents Confining Dragon Formation, merely taking precautions against potential mishaps. He did not want to be caught off guard when disaster struck. Moreover, continuing with Alchemy could further stimulate the signs of breaking through the Bottleneck, giving him greater confidence in his breakthrough. Thus, while activating the formation, Xunuo took out a Unity Pill and prepared himself, concentrating on Alchemy once more.
The surge of magical energy triggered by the signs of breaking through the Bottleneck was a double-edged sword. On one hand, it threatened the success of this batch of pills; on the other hand, it made it easier for Xunuo to merge the medicinal properties. He cast aside any worries about gain or loss, allowing his Alchemy process to flow more smoothly. Within just two days, he had successfully merged the medicinal properties.
However, at this moment, the need for a large amount of spiritual energy to break through the Bottleneck became increasingly apparent. Xunuo calculated briefly and suppressed his surging magical energy. Suddenly, he summoned Earth Fire; the Geothermal Chamber shook violently as the fire veins became chaotic. The other Alchemists were thrown into a flurry, and shouts erupted from the cultivators in the cave. Clearly, they had not anticipated that someone would produce pills so quickly during this session of Alchemy.
But moments later, confusion spread among them. The chaos in Earth Fire was a precursor to pill production; yet even after the Geothermal Vein calmed down again, no one had produced any pills. The cultivators exchanged puzzled glances and turned their attention towards Xunuo's Three Talents Confining Dragon Formation.
At that moment, Xunuo slightly opened his eyes and gazed at the seventeen Unity Pills in front of him within the Bowl. His face flushed red as he felt an overwhelming surge of magical energy that was difficult to suppress. Without hesitation, Xunuo pinched one Unity Pill and swallowed it whole before entering a meditative state.
Although the feeling of breaking through the Bottleneck was imminent and seemed possible with a single push, Xunuo lacked confidence in his ability to achieve this breakthrough.
Other Cultivators might go their entire lives without consuming several Unity Pills to break through their Bottleneck. After reaching levels six or seven, Xunuo had relied on multiple Unity Pills to have any hope of advancing. To outsiders, this seemed like reckless behavior; for Xunuo, it was a desperate choice.
Currently without any medicinal assistance, Xunuo found it difficult to advance—at least not quickly or easily.
Xunuo's goal was to reach Duan Kong Wo's Realm. He did not know exactly where this Realm lay but suspected it was above Golden Core level. Therefore, he dared not relax even for a moment; he needed to elevate his Realm swiftly to avoid future regrets. Additionally, Xunuo felt as though he were constantly being whipped from behind—he could not afford to slow down. A moment's hesitation could lead to severe consequences or even death. Just like now, he had to remain vigilant against both Black Wind Old Monster and Chaos Mountain Valley Master’s dual threats.
Half a day after Xunuo entered meditation, an Alchemist finally succeeded in producing pills. As soon as pills were produced, all three forces would receive a Unity Pill each. Thus, Xi Dao Jing and others rejoiced as they welcomed that Alchemist out with cheers and congratulations.
Soon after, more Alchemists emerged one after another. Regardless of whether they succeeded in pill production or not, they had completed this session of Alchemy. Another day passed before all Alchemists left the Alchemical Platform; only Xunuo remained under the protection of his Three Talents Confining Dragon Formation.
At this point in time, five batches of pills had already been produced during this session of Alchemy—a result that exceeded all expectations from the three forces. However, with Xunuo still in seclusion and not emerging from his platform, various factions began to feel restless. Especially Xi Dao Jing; having placed all his bets on Xunuo and having offended Black Dragon Society in doing so, he naturally worried about Xunuo's situation even more.
The cultivators waited anxiously for another day. Xi Dao Jing could no longer contain their impatience and decided to investigate. At the very least, they would send a strand of spiritual energy to check on Xunuo's condition.
Just as Xi Dao Jing was about to unleash a spell, a voice suddenly echoed through the cave: "Please be patient. Alchemist will emerge in a few days; do not disturb their advancement."
The voice that resonated within the cave belonged to a Foundation Stage Cultivator, someone with immense power. The cultivators recognized the voice immediately and bowed in unison, saying, "We heed the Valley Master's command."
Upon learning that Xunuo had unexpectedly decided to break through their bottleneck, Xi Dao Jing felt both shocked and relieved. Another day passed, and some curious cultivators gradually lost their patience and took their leave. Those who remained were mostly stakeholders and a few Valley Master Envoys.
Five days later, the Three Talents Confining Dragon Formation's light dimmed, and Xunuo walked out of the formation with an air of calmness. They clasped their hands together and said, "I apologize for the delay; thank you all for your patience."
Xi Dao Jing stepped forward excitedly and exclaimed, "Congratulations, Xue Dao You, on your breakthrough! Great success is within reach!"
Xunuo thanked them repeatedly and glanced around, feeling a bitter smile form. It turned out that most of those waiting here were creditors; there were few irrelevant individuals.
Not wanting to say much else, Xunuo produced a bowl from their hand and retrieved three Unity Pills, distributing them first to the leaders of the Three Forces. Ruan Jingtian did not hold back and directly called upon an Alchemist to appraise them on the spot. Moments later, the Alchemist excitedly declared, "This pill is flawless; it must be of high quality."
This statement sent Zhu Xiu into a frenzy of excitement. Pills are categorized into three grades; when used for cultivation enhancement, the difference in grade has little impact. Even during breakthroughs at lower levels, it does not cause significant issues. However, when it comes to higher levels—such as Ninth or Tenth Layer Cultivators—the grade of the pill greatly influences the success of advancement. Especially when attempting to break through the Foundation Establishment Stage bottleneck, high-quality pills become the only choice. Thus, as cultivation levels rise, the value of high-quality pills becomes increasingly prominent.
Ruan Jingtian looked at Xunuo with an almost urgent expression because during their Dan Lei transaction, they had not confirmed that Unity Pills would be used as payment for refining Dan Lei. Xunuo could offset costs with Dan Lei. Ruan Jingtian had not anticipated that Xunuo would produce high-quality pills this time. As a result, the two forms of exchange were no longer equivalent.
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