Qi Gathering Powder

"This battle, Xiao Han wins. The Testing Stele's evaluation was genuine—Xiao Han, Dou Qi Stage Nine!"

At that moment, the Middle-aged Tester's voice rang out as he loudly announced the result to the crowd. Deep down, he clicked his tongue in amazement. Such cultivation talent was truly terrifying. This kid had kept a low profile in the past, but now his sharp edge was beginning to show. His future accomplishments would likely be limitless.

Upon hearing the Middle-aged Tester's announcement, the crowd below once again turned their eyes toward Xiao Han.

This time, as they looked at the Green-robed Youth standing straight upon the platform, there was no longer any doubt in their eyes—only awe. That valiant youthful figure was the Xiao Family's New Dazzling Star! Below the platform, Xiao Xueqin looked at the Green-robed Youth with smiling eyes, her gaze full of affection as she sincerely felt happy for him.

At that moment, Xiao Han's Gaze also turned toward her. He then stepped down from the platform, took Xiao Xueqin's small hand, and left the Testing Plaza with her amid laughter and conversation.

As they watched Xiao Han depart, the shock in the eyes of those in the plaza had yet to fade. Today, they had actually witnessed the rise of the Xiao Clan's Two Great Geniuses.

Perhaps this day would be recorded in the History Books of the Dou Qi Continent...

After the ceremony retest that day, Xiao Han and Xiao Yan's reputations soared. They had already become Prominent Figures among the Xiao Clan's Younger Generation!

However, compared to the fervent discussions outside, Xiao Han and Xiao Yan remained far more low-key. They knew that all this so-called glory came from strength. Without strength, it would come quickly and go just as quickly. Therefore, the most important thing was to rapidly increase their strength.

After the ceremony retest ended, Xiao Han and Xiao Yan resumed their arduous cultivation, honing their Dou Techniques and tempering their bodies. Every day was fulfilling.

However, after half a month, this grueling cultivation came to a stop. Naturally, this was Yao Lao's decision. The path of cultivation required a balance between tension and relaxation. Moreover, both of them were currently at Dou Qi Stage Nine. They were only one opportunity away from becoming Dou Zhe.

Yao Lao gave Xiao Han and Xiao Yan several days off. During that relaxing time, they naturally spent it with the girls they loved, under the moon, boating on the lake, and watching fireworks together. Such youthful days truly made others envious.

Once the break ended, Xiao Han and Xiao Yan returned to cultivation.

That day, Xiao Yan ran over to find Xiao Han in great excitement, his handsome face brimming with delight.

"What has you so happy?" Xiao Han asked with a smile.

"Here, take a look at this." Xiao Yan flicked his finger, and a Wooden Box appeared in his palm. Inside lay a jade-green pill, longan-sized and quietly resting there, giving off an enticing fragrance.

"This... Qi Gathering Powder?" Xiao Han's pupils contracted slightly as he spoke in surprise. Qi Gathering Powder could greatly increase a cultivator's chances of condensing a Dou Qi Cyclone.

"Sharp eyes." Xiao Yan smiled, then said, "Teacher said it was time for us to advance to Dou Zhe, so he refined a portion of Qi Gathering Powder for each of us."

"Here, this one is yours." Xiao Yan smiled as he handed the Wooden Box to Xiao Han.

Xiao Han did not stand on ceremony. He accepted the Wooden Box, then looked at Xiao Yan and teased, "Don't tell me you went to borrow money from Xun Er again to buy medicinal ingredients?"

"Cough, cough..." Xiao Yan's face reddened slightly at that. The first time he bought medicinal ingredients, he had borrowed money from Xun Er. That had been the first time in his life he had borrowed money from a girl. But not this time. He immediately explained, "Not this time. I had Teacher refine several portions of Foundation Establishment Fluid, then took them to the Mitel Auction House for auction. I made a fortune. Now, I'm a rich man too."