"Kid, what do you think? Interested?" The alchemist suddenly looked at Xiao Yan with ill intent and smiled.
"Senior, what was that about?" Xiao Yan was completely baffled, clearly unable to understand the actions of the alchemist and the flaming figure just now.
"It was nothing. I mainly wanted to test your strength," the alchemist said unhurriedly.
Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan immediately understood.
So that was why the alchemist and the flaming figure had acted as they did—they had this connection between them.
"For now, you barely qualify," the alchemist said. He did not seem to dislike Xiao Yan.
Moreover, coupled with the shock of Xiao Yan's Xiao Clan rune, the alchemist had begun to take him seriously.
"Alright, this energy clone is about to dissipate. I'll keep it brief."
"This manor is an Immortal Artifact with intelligence. It is a small token from me to Shan Yao and Shan Ling, the two of you..." After saying this, the alchemist looked at Shan Yao with a kindly expression.
"Mm." As the alchemist's voice fell, Shan Yao distinctly felt that her connection with something deep within her body had grown closer.
"Also, the box before me contains something that nourishes soul power. If you manage to obtain it, then there will be certain matters you cannot avoid becoming involved in."
"But whether you can obtain it or not will depend on you," the alchemist said cryptically.
Shan Yao fell into thought upon hearing this.
Xiao Yan, meanwhile, vaguely formed a guess.
"Kid, I can tell that you possess so many flames. It must be related to the cultivation art you practice, so I won't beat around the bush anymore..."
"If you want the Holy Flame, come to the summit of the Desert Mountain Range."
"There, you will find the secrets