The Grand Clarity Sage's Blood Refining System

The promotion of a Great Witch to a top-tier Great Witch was secondary, as it only involved quasi-power and had limited impact.

However, if a top-tier Great Witch could break through to become an Ancestral Witch, their strength would not only surge but their overall level would leap. At that point, the Witch Clan's high-end combat power would undergo a qualitative leap, and perhaps even...

Once the Witch Clan gave birth to a sufficient number of Ancestral Witches, sweeping across the Primordial World would be within reach, and even the Demon Race would find it difficult to resist.

Upon thinking of this, the Ancestral Witches' breathing grew heavy; even the most composed Dijiang and Zhu Jiuyin were no exception.

Naturally, it was true.

Tai Cang's lips curved slightly: "I have learned the Grand Clarity Alchemy Technique, which contains a formula called the Bloodline Pill."

"This pill was created by the Grand Clarity Sage based on Pangu's inheritance. It can be refined by using the essence blood of an Ancestral Witch as a catalyst, along with heavenly materials and earthly treasures."

"The Bloodline Pill can enhance bloodline power. The Witch Clan shares the same origin as the Ancestral Witches, and Great Witches like Hou Yi were born from the essence blood of Ancestral Witches. With the help of the Bloodline Pill, they will have a chance to break through to the Ancestral Witch realm."

"Even if they fail to break through, taking the Bloodline Pill refined with the essence blood of an Ancestral Witch will give them a high probability of comprehending the laws controlled by the Ancestral Witches. At the very least, it will further advance their own strength."

After speaking, Tai Cang said no more.

He was contemplating whether to use his last "One-Click Max Level" opportunity on the Grand Clarity Alchemy Technique. The Bloodline Pill was of extremely high grade, and with his current alchemy skills, it would be difficult to refine. Only with max-level Grand Clarity Alchemy Technique could it be successful.

"Good!"

Zhu Jiuyin spoke first, stepping forward and saying, "We agree to your terms."

"I will give you a drop of my essence blood first, and you can refine the Bloodline Pill within the Witch Clan. As long as the pill is effective, Eldest Brother will offer his essence blood."

"But if you dare to deceive us, even the Three Pure Ones themselves will not be able to save your life!"

Upon these words, all the Ancestral Witches expressed their agreement.

If the Bloodline Pill was real, what were a mere two drops of essence blood?

Dijiang and the other Ancestral Witches' eyes gleamed as they awaited Tai Cang's response.

"Agreed!"

Tai Cang nodded without hesitation and said calmly, "However, the refining process requires the essence blood of an Ancestral Witch and heavenly materials and earthly treasures as catalysts. These must be provided by the Witch Clan."

"No problem!"

Seeing Tai Cang agree, Dijiang and the others' doubts vanished.

The Ancestral Witches immediately stated, "As for heavenly materials and earthly treasures, the Witch Clan's treasury has everything you need. You may take whatever you wish!"

"Tai Cang, if this matter is true, you are a friend of the Witch Clan. If you ever need anything in the future, the Witch Clan will wholeheartedly assist you!"

"I will take you to your accommodation first. Someone will deliver the essence blood and materials later. We hope you will not disappoint us."

Listening to the Ancestral Witches' promises, Tai Cang secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

He knew his plan was on track.

As long as he successfully refined the Bloodline Pill, he would not only complete the transaction but also win the friendship of the Witch Clan.

Even if the future war between the Witches and Demons resulted in mutual destruction, Houtu would transform into reincarnation and become the Lord of the Underworld. If he could seize the fortune of the Underworld through this opportunity, he would benefit immensely in the future.

"Good!"

Tai Cang readily agreed but did not move immediately. Instead, he looked at Zhu Jiuyin and said, "Ancestral Witch Zhu Jiuyin, since I have agreed, shouldn't you fulfill your promise?"

The essence blood of an Ancestral Witch had to be obtained first.

He knew that Ancestral Witches valued their word, but what had not yet been obtained still held variables.

"Naturally!"

Zhu Jiuyin did not hesitate. With a thought, a drop of essence blood containing the law of time appeared in his palm.

Instantly, the Pangu Hall was filled with surging blood energy and oppressive pressure.

"Tai Cang, catch!"

Zhu Jiuyin handed the essence blood to Tai Cang cleanly and directly stated, "We will deal with matters formally first. Here is your essence blood, but before you refine the Bloodline Pill, you must stay in the accommodation we have arranged, under the watch of a Great Witch."

The Ancestral Witches nodded in agreement.

Although the two sides had reached a preliminary cooperation, they would not fully trust Tai Cang until they saw the results.

Tai Cang readily agreed. He understood that this trust was still fragile.

At the same time, he realized that later records of the Ancestral Witches were inaccurate. These Twelve Ancestral Witches, though seemingly rough, were actually meticulous in their thinking. Otherwise, how could they have led the Witch Clan to dominate the Primordial World?

"Excellent!"

Seeing Tai Cang agree, the Ancestral Witches' expressions softened slightly. Dijiang looked around at everyone and said, "Houtu, you will escort fellow Daoist Tai Cang to the side hall."

Houtu gracefully stepped forward, signaled to the Ancestral Witches, and then extended her hand to Tai Cang, gesturing the way: "Fellow Daoist, please follow me."

The two left the Pangu Hall and headed towards the side hall.

After they had gone far, the Ancestral Witches surrounded Dijiang: "Eldest Brother, can this person be trusted? Could this be a scheme by the Three Pure Ones?"

A sharp glint flashed in Dijiang's eyes: "It matters not. If the Bloodline Pill can truly help Great Witches advance to Ancestral Witches, it is likely related to the struggle for fortune tens of thousands of years from now. We do not need to let the top-tier Great Witches test the medicine. Let's first use ordinary Great Witches to verify it. If the pill is indeed real, we will stockpile it secretly and cultivate Ancestral Witches in batches after the struggle for fortune."

The Ancestral Witches suddenly understood. In this way, regardless of Tai Cang's intentions, it would be entirely beneficial and harmless to the Witch Clan.

Zhu Jiuyin immediately gave an order: "Qiangliang, go to the treasury and get heavenly materials and earthly treasures for Tai Cang. Use your essence blood for him to test the Bloodline Pill."

Pangu Hall, side hall.

"Fellow Daoist, please stay here for now." Houtu pointed to the ten-thousand-square-meter hall and introduced it, "This was opened up by Eldest Brother using spatial laws. It's small on the outside but vast on the inside."

Tai Cang marveled inwardly, his desire for spatial laws growing even stronger. If he could master this technique, he could create his own exclusive cultivation space.

"Thank you, Ancestral Witch Houtu," he said, cupping his hands. "Spatial laws are incredibly profound, making me even more eager for Ancestral Witch Dijiang's essence blood."

Houtu chuckled. She didn't mind Tai Cang coveting the essence blood, as long as he could refine the promised Bloodline Pill. Moreover, Tai Cang carried Pangu's bloodline, naturally making the Ancestral Witches feel a sense of closeness.

With this thought, Houtu immediately said, "Then I shall take my leave first."

"The required items will be delivered soon. I look forward to your results."

With that, Houtu turned and left, not lingering any longer.

"Farewell, Ancestral Witch Houtu."

Tai Cang cupped his hands in farewell.

After watching Houtu's figure disappear, he immediately communicated with the System: "System, upgrade Grand Clarity Alchemy Technique to max level."

Ding! Consuming one max-level privilege, Grand Clarity Alchemy Technique has reached perfection.

In an instant, a massive amount of alchemical knowledge flooded into Tai Cang's mind. He quickly digested and absorbed this information.

A moment later, he had completely mastered this top-tier alchemical technique.

He let out a long sigh and continued, "System, search for new quests."

After years of exploration, he was already familiar with the System's functions. Besides automatic triggers, he could also actively search for quests.

Ding! Quest One: Defeat twenty Great Witches. Reward: One max-level privilege.

Ding! Quest Two: Defeat an Ancestral Witch. Reward: One max-level privilege.

Ding! Quest Three: Obtain Pangu's Corpse Coffin. Reward: One max-level privilege.

Ding! Quest Four: Seize Pangu's Heart. Reward: One max-level privilege.

Ding! Quest Five: Acquire Pangu's Skull. Reward: One max-level privilege.

Ding! Quest Six: Control Pangu's Blood Pool. Reward: One max-level privilege.

The continuous stream of notifications caused Tai Cang's brow to furrow.

Six quests, the difficulty far exceeded his expectations.

The last four involved the foundations of the Witch Clan. Acting rashly would undoubtedly trigger an unending war. With his Grand Unity Golden Immortal cultivation, even defeating a Great Witch would be quite difficult.

"It seems I won't achieve much within the Witch Clan," he mused. "Once things here are settled, I need to travel the Primordial World to find other opportunities."

As he was contemplating, a loud voice echoed from outside the hall:

"Fellow Daoist Tai Cang!"

He saw Ancestral Witch Qiangliang striding over, with the people of the Witch Clan behind him carrying mountains of heavenly materials and earthly treasures. The Great Witch leading them exuded a powerful aura; it was Xing Tian.

Ding! New quest triggered: Obtain Xing Tian's inherited Heaven-Opening Three Forms. Reward: One max-level privilege.

Tai Cang's gaze sharpened. He ignored the approaching Qiangliang and fixed his eyes on the Great Witch holding a giant axe not far away, thinking to himself, This person is that headless war god from later generations. A warrior who wielded his battle axe against the Heavenly Emperor even after being beheaded!

"Heaven-Opening Three Forms!"

He actually mastered three moves from Pangu's Heaven-Opening Nine Forms. This is truly unbelievable.

A tempest raged within Tai Cang.

He continuously calculated how to obtain these three ultimate techniques from the man. Setting aside everything else, these Heaven-Opening Three Forms alone were enough to drive people mad.

"Fellow Daoist Tai Cang!"

Qiangliang had arrived before him, cupping his fists. "The required materials are ready. When can we begin?" As he spoke, he followed Tai Cang's gaze.

Seeing him staring intently at Xing Tian, Qiangliang couldn't help but frown, wondering why he was paying so much attention to this person.

"We can start immediately!"

Tai Cang withdrew his gaze and coughed lightly. "Ancestral Witch Qiangliang, I have inspected those heavenly materials and earthly treasures. Their quality is sufficient to refine the Bloodline Pill."

"But the key still lies in the Ancestral Witches' essence blood. I wonder what decision you have made?"

"A decision has been made," Qiangliang said readily, taking out a drop of his essence blood. "Use my essence blood for the refinement."

"Now that everything is ready, how long do you estimate it will take, Fellow Daoist?"

Tai Cang pondered for a moment. "Half a month should be enough."

In reality, ten days would suffice, but to be safe, he added a few extra days.

"Alright, then we'll meet in half a month."

Qiangliang didn't hesitate: "I'll come back for the pill then. I won't disturb you, fellow daoist."

With that, he led Xing Tian and the other clan members away, and the great hall fell silent.

Huff--

Tai Cang let out a long breath.

Looking at the mountain of rare materials, he couldn't help but sigh, "The Witch Clan's foundation is indeed profound."

"Since that's the case, let me show you what I can do!"

With a thought, the Three-legged Cauldron appeared. This item could also be used as a cauldron.

Tai Cang wasted no more time. He waved his hand, tossing in the materials, formed a hand seal to summon the Samadhi True Fire, and began to refine the essence.

With a low shout, countless alchemical incantations were cast into the cauldron.

In the blink of an eye, a golden, radiant Six-Revolutions Golden Elixir leaped out.

"Success!"

Tai Cang's face lit up with joy. He carefully examined the golden elixir in his hand. Its quality was no less than that refined by Laozi himself.

His confidence soaring, he immediately began preparing to refine the Bloodline Pill.

Kunlun Mountain Peak.

Inside the Grand Clarity Palace.

"Greetings, Eldest Senior Uncle!"

"Greetings, Second Senior Uncle!"

"Greetings, Third Junior Uncle!"

Wudang and Cihang respectfully bowed and reported in detail about Tai Cang being trapped by the Witch Clan. Their expressions could not hide their anxiety, and their gazes kept drifting towards the Three Pure Ones seated on the high platform.

Previously, to help them escape danger, Tai Cang had stayed alone in the Witch Clan and had not returned since. Thinking of Tai Cang's kindness, the two felt increasingly uneasy and had rushed back to seek help.

"As expected!"

"The Witch Clan truly possesses relics left by Father God!"

The Three Pure Ones looked at each other and smiled. Yuan Shi and Tongtian could not hide their excitement: "Brother, since this matter is confirmed, we absolutely cannot stand by and do nothing. Those treasures should belong to Pangu's True Lineage. How can we allow the Witch Clan, tainted by impure energy, to monopolize them?"

Although Laozi did not speak, the joy in his brows was evident. After a moment of contemplation, he said in a deep voice, "This matter requires careful planning. Wudang, Cihang, you may withdraw for now."

Yuan Shi and Tongtian then realized the gravity of the situation and immediately waved their hands, saying, "There is no need to worry about Tai Cang's situation. The Witch Clan would not dare to oppose us Three Pure Ones. You may go and rest."

Seeing this, Cihang quickly pulled Wudang, who was about to speak, and gave her a meaningful look. The two could only bow and withdraw. As they exited the hall, disappointment was evident on their faces.

After they left, Yuan Shi impatiently said, "Brother, this is a once-in-a-thousand-years opportunity! If we can obtain the relics of Father God, perhaps it will help us break through the shackles of the Heavenly Dao!"

Tongtian also excitedly agreed, "Exactly! Those treasures are related to the inheritance of our Three Pure Ones' Dao lineage. We must plan as soon as possible."