Three months later, Yao Chen summoned Xiao Yi Xian and Xiao Yan before him. His expression was solemn as he spoke.
"Girl, Little Yan, you can both refine Eighth-Tier Pills now. Next, we'll see how well you've done."
Xiao Yan and Xiao Yi Xian looked curious. Before they could answer, Yao Chen continued.
"Today, we're setting out for the Pill Region. Danta is about to hold the Alchemist Grand Meeting. I want you to take part—and win first and second place."
Xiao Yan and Xiao Yi Xian were a little worried, unsure whether they were good enough to reach such heights.
Seeing their expressions, Yao Chen laughed heartily and reassured them.
"Don't worry. As long as you perform at your usual level, you'll have no trouble with this Alchemist Grand Meeting! I won the Alchemist Grand Meeting myself many years ago."
Hearing Yao Chen say that, the two of them immediately felt more confident.
"We'll live up to your expectations, Teacher!"
After that, the three of them—Yao Chen, Xiao Yi Xian, and Xiao Yan—set out from Star Fall Pavilion. They traveled through countless Space Wormholes, braving the wind and dust, and finally arrived in Holy Pill City in the Pill Region.
Holy Pill City was bustling with activity. People streamed through its streets and alleys, while the shouts of vendors and the haggling of customers blended together.
Yao Chen walked in front, a hint of nostalgia in his eyes, while Xiao Yan and Xiao Yi Xian curiously looked around.
Meanwhile, inside Danta, Xuan Yi was quietly cultivating.
Suddenly, something stirred in her heart, as if she had sensed a familiar presence.
The sensation made her eyes fly open. A flicker of surprise and doubt passed through them.
She rose, then flashed to a high point in Danta and gazed toward