Gathering in the Main Hall, God Abyss Old Pavilion Master

The great battle between the Azure Cloud Immortal Sect and the Murong Ancient Clan had only lasted for a little over twenty days, and the memory was still fresh in his mind.

This Willow God of the Azure Cloud Sect is an extraordinary powerhouse who can refine the illusory image of an Immortal Emperor. He is a peerless ruthless person who is proficient in Dual Cultivation of Alchemy and Martial Arts!

"Palace Master Yao, Palace Master Mo."

The God Lord Zi Yan greeted them all; these two were both Divine Rank alchemists and should not be underestimated.

"Willow God, the main hall has been prepared."

The main hall is the center of this Pill Refining Conference, and only Ten-Star Alchemist and a number of high-level nine-star alchemists are qualified to be invited to the main hall.

In other words, that's the domain of Divine Rank alchemists and high-level Venerable-Rank Alchemist.

Perhaps in their eyes, the two camps competing in the alchemy area outside were just playing house.

At this moment, in the alchemy area of the venue, more than ten million alchemists who had advanced in their studies entered the venue in an orderly manner after a short rest.

Once everyone was in place, the deputy host of the competition stood up and cleared his throat on the judging panel: "First of all, congratulations to everyone for successfully advancing to the second round of the competition."

"The second round is Quality Competition. You all need to refine three high-quality pills within the time it takes for three incense sticks to burn. There are no specific requirements for the pills you need to refine. You can use the medicinal materials in front of you to refine them freely. The pills with the highest quality will win. The top one million will advance."

Below, each alchemist had a set of medicinal herbs placed in front of them, with hundreds of different herbs each having different effects.

The second round of the competition is much freer than the first round. If you have to refine a specific pill, it will be a big disadvantage for alchemists who are not proficient in that pill. It will be much better to have more options and be able to improvise freely.

But everything is relative. These hundred kinds of medicinal herbs can only be used to refine a few kinds of high-level pills, so it makes no difference to alchemists who want to achieve a good ranking.

"Alright, that concludes the explanation of the rules for the second round. I hereby declare the competition officially open!"

As usual, the Immortal Spirit Incense was lit, and more than ten million alchemists who were already prepared simultaneously channeled their Alchemy Dao Power to ignite the furnaces in front of them.

The blazing, dazzling alchemical fire once again illuminated this world, and various Alchemy Dao Power flowed forth.

"Art God Grass, Sky Frost Flower, Gou Zhiqi ..." Li Yanzhi quickly went through the hundreds of medicinal herbs in front of her in her mind and soon came up with a bold idea.

She then put all the medicinal herbs into the Pill Refining Furnace at once.

The quality of the pills from the God Abyss Pill Pavilion is definitely comparable to the pills I refine myself, so let's continue to compare efficiency.

She had to multitask, refining three elixirs at the same time!

Boom! After a large amount of medicinal herbs were put into the furnace, the alchemical fire burned fiercely. Li Yanzhi dared not be negligent and quickly circulated her Alchemy Dao Power into the furnace.

Multitasking is a major taboo for alchemists; one wrong move and all previous efforts will be wasted. It is a great test of an alchemist's spiritual power, and many fine beads of sweat hung on her fair forehead.

"The Immortal Sect has truly produced an unparalleled genius in alchemy."

Many Venerable-Rank Alchemist in the main hall nodded in agreement. The main hall was built behind the judging platform, and several huge crystal screens hung in the hall.

The screen displays every part of the alchemy area in real time, allowing viewers to see every move of every alchemist.

"The people from the Immortal Sect have arrived!" A Nine-Star Alchemist, looking towards the entrance of the main hall, exclaimed loudly with his eyes lit up.

In an instant, almost all the alchemists present stood up to greet him; this was the allure of strength!

"Willow God, seeing is believing! Today I finally get to witness your magnificence firsthand! My admiration for you is like a surging river, never-ending!"

"Indeed, the name of Willow God is renowned far and wide; who in the Immortal Realm does not know him? And Old Long is also a legendary figure who shakes the universe; please accept my bow!"

When they saw Elder Long and Liu Miaomiao walking at the front, they showered them with compliments. In their hearts, Divine Lord Liu was someone who could rival the Elder of the Divine Abyss Pill Pavilion.

There's also Old Long, whose reputation was already widespread when he was the ruler of the Ancient Demon Heavenly Court, and he's even more terrifying now.

What's Old Long of the Azure Cloud Immortal Sect doing at this Pill Refining Conference, Quasi Immortal Emperor at the Great Perfection of the God Lord Realm? Just here to have fun?

"Please be seated, everyone. Today we will only discuss alchemy and nothing else," Liu Miaomiao nodded, her tone becoming more friendly.

Excellent, excellent! With these people joining our Azure Cloud Sect Alchemy Hall, it will definitely reach new heights! We'll "invite" them over after the conference ends.

The Old Long thought so too. He smiled and stroked his long beard, a smile that made the alchemists present feel much more approachable.

Look, even the renowned Old Long is smiling at me! I'm truly flattered! The powerful figures of the Immortal Sect are all so approachable, how wonderful!

"Hiss! These two fellow Daoists are actually Divine Rank Alchemists. The Immortal Sect is truly full of hidden talents!" An old man dressed in a ten-star alchemy robe raised his eyebrows in surprise. He had never heard of Yao Ye and Mo Wen, these two Divine Rank Alchemists.

"I am Zhang Ruoxu from Carefree Immortal Mountain. May I ask your name, friend?" The old man stepped forward and introduced himself.

"Azure Cloud Sect Yao Ye".

"Mo Wen."

"So it's Fellow Daoist Yao," the old man said politely, bowing slightly.

As for the other one, Mo Wen? Are you saying we can't even ask?

Well, it has to be admitted that some strong people are reclusive and low-key, and don't want their names to spread, which is completely understandable.

Mo Wen:...

It's clear that his name has once again caused misunderstandings.

The purpose of gathering high-level alchemists in the main hall is to share their alchemy insights and experiences, and to exchange alchemy skills with alchemists of the same level to improve together.

This is also the main reason why many high-level alchemists strongly support the Pill Refining Conference.

Just as the alchemists were exchanging ideas enthusiastically, an aged voice came from behind. "I apologize to everyone, I have just come out of seclusion and am late."

Huh? That voice! Hearing this, many alchemists turned around abruptly and saw an old man with a cane walking slowly towards them with a smile.

The old man was hunched over, holding a shiny black cane in his hand. He was surrounded by an aura of old age, which contrasted sharply with his bright eyes.

Shangguan Zhongchi, the former head of the Divine Abyss Pill Pavilion! A divine-level Great Perfection alchemist renowned throughout the Upper Three Dao Domains for several eras! A true legend!

"Pavilion Master Shangguan! You actually came in person!"

"It's not too late, it's not too late! You've come at just the right time!"

The many alchemists present were thrilled to see the newcomers. Some of them had grown up listening to the Old Pavilion Master 'Old Pavilion Master stories, while others had benefited greatly from his guidance.

"Alas, I'm getting old. I can't deny it now. I almost didn't make it out of seclusion alive. Luckily, I made it in time, otherwise I would have regrets."

Upon hearing this, the alchemists who were familiar with the Old Pavilion Master naturally understood his meaning and were all deeply moved.

The Old Pavilion Master has been unable to break through to the next level and his life is nearing its end. Perhaps this conference will be the last one he sees...

P. S.: Tomorrow is New Year's Day. 2024 is passing and 2025 is coming. I wish everyone a happy new year and that you all make a fortune next year.