Cao Ying

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Cao Ying (曹颖)
Alias(es)	Cao Family Demoness
Species/Race	Human
Gender	Female
Affiliation	Cao Family; Alchemy Tower; Pill Domain
Occupation/Role	Alchemist; disciple of Xuan Kongzi; Alchemy Tower Giant
Status	Active
First Appearance	Chapter 140
Mentor	Xuan Kongzi 140

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Dou Zun	205	Breaks through from peak Dou Zong after refining power obtained with Bai Xiaoran's assistance, then withstands Lightning Tribulation. 205

Background / History

Cao Ying is the renowned “Cao Family Demoness,” a prodigy of one of the five great Alchemy Tower families. She became an alchemist at seven years old, was selected as an Alchemy Tower core disciple, and later became Xuan Kongzi's disciple. By the time of the Pill Gathering, she is regarded as a peak Seventh-grade Alchemist and a leading contender for its championship. 140 153

She first meets Bai Xiaoran in the Alchemy Tower after intervening when a merchant attempts to overcharge and harass him while he is disguised as a woman. Cao Ying gives Bai the Snake Saliva Fruit, explains the Pill Domain and its ruling structure, and offers to introduce him to the Cao family; he politely declines. 140

Her early interactions with Bai are defined by teasing, flirtation, and escalating rivalry. After learning that Bai is male, she becomes flustered but continues challenging him, especially after he surpasses her soul-power records during the Five Great Families assessment. 159 160 161

Cao Ying partners with Bai during the Pill Gathering. Although she exploits a suppression pill to retaliate against him in the Pill Realm, she later expresses remorse. The pair work together against Mu Gu Laoren: Cao Ying breaks the Soul Hall elder's barrier while Bai delays him, allowing the trapped Alchemy Tower disciples to escape. 166 167 168 169

Following the Ancient Ruins events, Cao Ying seeks Bai's aid to advance beyond peak Dou Zong. She successfully reaches Dou Zun and survives her Lightning Tribulation with Bai Xiaoran and Xuan Kongzi present. 204 205

Cao Ying later succeeds Lei Zhenzi as an Alchemy Tower Giant, assuming responsibility for the tower alongside Bai Xiaoran. When Bai leaves for the Ancient Clan, she manages Alchemy Tower affairs in his absence. 230 244

Appearance

Cao Ying is a tall, slender woman with smooth pale skin, long dark hair, and a confident, seductive bearing. She is frequently noted for her long legs and black or purple dresses. 140 160 230

• Long hair, often worn loose with a pale-gold-accented hairpin. 140
• Usually wears a black-blue or black dress; later appears in a purple long dress at the succession ceremony. 140 160 230
• Her composed, proud presentation is central to her reputation as the Cao Family Demoness. 153 160

Personality

Cao Ying is confident, mischievous, and highly conscious of her exceptional talent. She initially takes pride in holding the Five Great Families' soul-power records and expects to dominate Bai Xiaoran in their contests. 160 161

Despite her provocative behavior, she shows compassion toward those mistreated in the Alchemy Tower, protecting Bai Xiaoran from a dishonest merchant immediately after meeting him. She is also fiercely competitive, particularly when facing Bai and Dan Chen. 140 170

Her rivalry with Bai reveals a more vulnerable side. Cao Ying becomes embarrassed when their encounters become public, regrets abusing the suppression pill in the Pill Realm, and is visibly distressed when Bai is struck while protecting her from Mu Gu Laoren. 162 168 169

Abilities & Skills

Alchemy

A gifted alchemist from the Cao family, Cao Ying is recognized throughout the Pill Domain as the Cao Family Demoness.

• Became an alchemist at age seven and was chosen as an Alchemy Tower core disciple. 153
• Was identified as a peak Seventh-grade Alchemist before the Pill Gathering. 153
• Refined a Three-colored Lightning Cloud Pill during the Pill Gathering finals. 170
• Uses vivid crimson flames condensed from the blood of a Thousand-headed Fire-Attribute Magical Beast. 170

Soul Power and Soul Techniques

Cao Ying possesses exceptional soul strength and specializes in offensive soul techniques.

• Previously held the Five Great Families' soul-value record at the ninth rank. 160
• Previously held the Soul Measuring Pearl record with eighty-nine pearls. 161
• Can form a crimson soul eagle and use layered runic soul formations to attack opponents. 161
• Broke Mu Gu Laoren's soul barrier during the Pill Realm crisis, enabling Song Qing and the trapped Alchemy Tower disciples to flee. 168 169

Dou Zun Cultivation

After a prolonged period at peak Dou Zong, Cao Ying reaches the Dou Zun realm.

• Endures Lightning Tribulation after her breakthrough. 205
• Her advancement qualifies her to take on greater responsibilities within the Alchemy Tower. 205 230

Relationships

• Bai Xiaoran — Initially helps him as a newcomer to the Alchemy Tower; their relationship develops into a volatile mix of flirtation, competition, teamwork, mutual rescue, and unresolved romantic tension. She later relies on his assistance to break through to Dou Zun. 140 166 169 205
• Xuan Kongzi — Her teacher and one of the Alchemy Tower's Three Giants. He trusts her talent, provides her with resources, and later entrusts her with Lei Zhenzi's position as an Alchemy Tower Giant. 140 167 230
• Xuan Yi — Bai Xiaoran's teacher and Cao Ying's martial aunt. Xuan Yi reprimands Bai for publicly embarrassing Cao Ying and insists that her dignity be respected. 162 237
• Dan Chen — Fellow Pill Gathering competitor and alchemist. Their rivalry is apparent during the finals, where both refine high-grade pills. 170
• Song Qing — Fellow Alchemy Tower disciple. Cao Ying attempts to rescue him and other trapped disciples from Mu Gu Laoren's soul barrier. 168 169
• Xiao Yi Xian — Bai Xiaoran's companion, who is openly displeased when Cao Ying becomes overly familiar with him. 155

Story Role / Major Arcs

Meeting Bai Xiaoran

Cao Ying prevents a merchant from cheating Bai Xiaoran, gives him the ingredient at no cost, and personally guides him through the Alchemy Tower and Pill Domain. She unsuccessfully invites him to join the Cao family. 140

Five Great Families Assessment

Cao Ying enters the final soul-power test as the former record holder and challenges Bai Xiaoran directly. Though he defeats her, she publicly defends him when Bai Ying accuses him of cheating. 160 161

Pill Gathering

She asks Bai Xiaoran to form a team with her for the Pill Gathering. In the Pill Realm, she assists his escape from Chen Xian's group, misuses a suppression pill against him, then helps save trapped Alchemy Tower disciples by shattering Mu Gu Laoren's barrier. 166 167 168 169

Alchemy Tower Giant

After becoming a Dou Zun, Cao Ying succeeds Lei Zhenzi as an Alchemy Tower Giant. She is instructed to cooperate with Bai Xiaoran in governing the organization. 205 230

Notable Quotes

“Knowing me means you have a powerful backer.” 140

“If you can take three of my soul palm seals, I'll withdraw on my own.” 161