Pill Tower Branch Tower

As we approached the nearby city, the majestic city walls appeared before us, exuding an air of solemnity. Beneath the towering city gates, a constant flow of people filled the air with a bustling, noisy Aura.

The four of them made their way through the city, gazing at the wide streets and the seemingly endless rows of shops and buildings on both sides. In particular, the dense crowds on the streets, accompanied by a cacophony of voices, created a massive wave of sound that spread outwards and then soared into the sky.

"The three of you find Inn to rest first. I'll go inquire about the branch towers of the Pill Tower Branch Tower. If there are any, I might come looking for you later."

As they walked to an intersection, Xiao Ming stopped and said...

Xiao Ming's Soul Power was strong, and he marked all of them, so he wasn't afraid of them getting separated.

"If you encounter anyone with ill intentions, remember to crush the Jade Token I gave you, and I will come immediately."

The three of them naturally nodded in agreement to Xiao Yi Xian Xiao Ming's instructions.

Then, Xiao Yi Xian, like an older sister leading her younger sister, led Zi Yan and the Qing Lin Man away.

Watching the three figures retreat, Xiao Ming had only taken a few steps when he heard a slightly familiar voice.

"Are you Xiao Ming?"

"Hmm?" Xiao Ming paused slightly, turning his head to look in the direction of the voice. He was somewhat surprised; he didn't seem to know anyone in Central Plains, did he?

"Jiayun?"

"Xiao Ming, I didn't expect it to really be you!" Jiayun was pleasantly surprised when Xiao Ming called out her name.

"Jiayun, it's been a long time. You're as charming as ever." Xiao Ming smiled. Jiayun was one of the top five in the Inner Academy Selection Competition of the Jia Nan Academy, just like him. They had lived under the same roof for five years, so they were practically acquaintances.

Xiao Ming was quite pleased to encounter such an acquaintance in Central Plains.

Hearing Xiao Ming's words, Jiayun's face showed a gentle smile.

"I haven't changed much in the past few years, but you've become even more handsome. I almost hesitated to call your name just now."

Xiao Ming simply smiled at this, then changed the subject, saying, "What are you doing here? I remember you once mentioned your family's location, but it doesn't seem to be in this city."

"I've been traveling around these past few years, and I just happened to be passing through here. I've been in this city for two or three days now, and I was just about to leave when I unexpectedly ran into you," Jiayun said with a smile, smoothing her hair.

"I'm also passing through here, but I'd like to go to a branch of the Pill Tower Branch Tower to get my Alchemist level certified. Do you know if there's Branch Tower of the Pill Tower here?" Xiao Ming's eyes lit up when he heard Jiayun say that she had been here for three or four days.

"Branch Tower the Pill Tower? I've been there once. Let me take you there."

"Won't this interfere with your schedule?"

"No, it's just showing me the way, it won't take long. Besides, you've helped me a lot before, there's no need to be so polite."

Led by Jiayun, the two walked along the street for half an hour before stopping in front of an ancient stone tower.

Outside the stone tower, countless Alchemists were constantly coming and going, their noisy chatter spreading out as waves of sound.

"This is Branch Tower of the Pill Tower, similar to a branch of the Alchemist Guild in some empires." Jiayun led Xiao Ming into the rather ancient stone tower along with the flow of people, introducing it to him in a low voice. After chatting for half an hour, Jiayun knew that Xiao Ming had only been in the Central Region for a short time.

Upon entering the stone tower, Xiao Ming glanced around. The area inside was unexpectedly spacious, no smaller than the headquarters of the Alchemist Guild of the Jia Ma Empire. At this moment, there were many Alchemist dressed in robes representing various levels of Alchemist moving about inside the tower.

"The northern part of the tower is the Trading Area. Many Alchemist trade the medicinal herbs or pills they need there. Of course, there are also powerful people who are not Alchemist who come to buy pills and herbs. I came to buy Qi Recovery Medicinal Pill yesterday." After explaining everything, Jiayun pointed to the northern part of the stone tower.

"The certification level should be located in the south."

Jiayun turned and headed towards the southern area inside the tower, and Xiao Ming quickly followed.

When Xiao Ming and his companion arrived at the assessment area, there was already a fairly long queue.

"This is the place. I've brought you here. Remember to visit my Jia City sometime."

Jiayun was leaving, Xiao Ming didn't try to persuade her to stay. After all, she was going to leave the city anyway, and he didn't want to waste her time.

Xiao Ming gave Jiayun a bottle of Qi Recovery Medicinal Pill that he had used for practice. Although it was a practice item, it was of good quality and suitable for Jiayun's current level.

Jiayun refused the pills Xiao Ming offered; she wasn't helping Xiao Ming for that reason.

However, after Xiao Ming's persuasion, Jiayun finally accepted it. When training outside, Qi Recovery Medicinal Pill sometimes represent a second life.

After watching Jiayun leave, Xiao Ming stood at the back of the line and joined the queue.

Xiao Ming's youthful appearance attracted the attention of many people.

However, almost everyone queuing here was wearing Alchemist 'Alchemist robe, except for Xiao Ming.

So, they quickly looked away.

They believed that Xiao Ming was only here to take the exam to become a first-grade Alchemist. It was considered normal for someone his age to take the exam for Grade One Alchemist in Central Plains.

While Xiao Ming was queuing, quite a few people gradually stood behind him.

The assessment was conducted in groups, and after an hour, most of the groups in front of Xiao Ming had finished their assessments.

He walked to the front and pushed open the door, and immediately a very spacious room came into view.

The room was quite spacious and extremely quiet, with no noise from the outside world reaching in. At this moment, there were about a dozen people standing in the room, and their gazes were fixed on a rather arrogant old man.

The old man wore a badge on his chest, on which flames swirled and formed a tower shape. On the tower, six purple-gold stars emitted a dazzling light.

Behind the old man were four large doors, each topped with an ancient inscription: "Heaven, Earth, Black, Yellow".

Upon seeing Xiao Ming enter, the old man said, "Now that everyone is here, let's begin the assessment."

"Tell me which level you want to take the exam, so I can arrange an examination room for you."

"Grade Four."

"Grade Two!"

"Grade Three!"

"Grade Four!"

"..."

After everyone else had finished announcing their names, when it was Xiao Ming's turn, he calmly said, "Seventh rank."

These words immediately drew sidelong glances from the Alchemist in front of him.