"You didn't think the examiner would only be a peak seventh-grade alchemist, did you? This is the most famous branch tower in the outer district. There's an Eighth-grade Alchemist inside, specifically responsible for assessing Eighth-grade Alchemists." Seeing Gu He's expression, Chen Huo knew what he was thinking and explained with a smile.
"Then let's go take a look!" Gu He's eyes lit up, and a hint of anticipation appeared on his face.
Even the occasional remarks from Chen Huo, who had yet to advance to the eighth grade, had benefited him greatly. Now that there was a genuine Eighth-grade Alchemist, how would he compare to him?
"I knew you'd be interested." As Chen Huo spoke, he led Gu He out of the square.
After wandering behind Chen Huo for over ten minutes, they finally stopped before an ancient stone tower in a rather secluded area. Though the tower was tucked away, that did nothing to diminish the flow of people around it. Countless alchemists constantly entered and exited, and whenever they approached the stone tower, they would lower their voices, as if they held the person inside in great awe.
"This is the most renowned branch tower in Sacred Pill City's outer district. Its fame does not come from being the largest branch tower or anything else, but because an Eighth-grade Alchemist is stationed here." Chen Huo led Gu He closer to the ancient-looking stone tower and introduced it in a low voice.
"Why would that Eighth-grade Alchemist stay in the outer district? With his status, he should have a place even in Sacred Pill City's inner district, shouldn't he?" As they neared the branch tower, Gu He grew even more curious about this Eighth-grade Alchemist he had never met and could not help asking.
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