Cao Ying

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Cao Ying (曹颖)
Alias(es)	Cao Family Enchantress; Little Enchantress
Gender	Female
Affiliation	Cao family; Danta
Occupation/Role	Alchemist; disciple of Xuan Kongzi; candidate for one of Danta's Giants
First Appearance	Chapter 64

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
High-tier sixth-tier alchemist	64	Emerged from seclusion after an epiphany and became able to steadily refine high-tier grade-six medicinal pills.
Eighth-tier alchemist	96	Announced her breakthrough to the eighth tier after another period of seclusion.

Background

Cao Ying is Xuan Kongzi's prized disciple and a talented alchemist of the Cao family. Her exceptional talent earned her recognition as a candidate to become one of Danta's future Giants. She is intensely devoted to alchemy, commonly spending long periods in seclusion and appearing publicly only after making progress in her craft. 64

She had met Tang Chen in Holy Pill City years earlier, when he had not yet practiced alchemy. His later application for a high-tier eighth-tier alchemist examination astonished her, as she had known him as an alchemy novice. 64

Cao Ying remained at the examination site for more than ten days to observe Tang Chen refine his pill. His use of an Exotic Flame, refined technique, and ability to withstand eight-colored Pill Lightning left her shocked, envious, and admiring. 64 65

Appearance

Cao Ying is a slender young woman whose black dress emphasizes her delicate figure. She has snow-like skin, long dark hair falling over her shoulders, and narrow, slightly squinted eyes with a naturally languid allure. 64

• Usually wears tailored black dresses. 64 94
• Has a delicate, porcelain-like face and a cool, proud bearing. 64
• Her public demeanor is graceful, aloof, and composed. 64 95
• Her mature charm becomes more pronounced after her relationship with Tang Chen develops. 83

Personality

Cao Ying combines immense pride in her alchemical talent with genuine obsession for the craft. She is disciplined enough to spend extended periods in seclusion, and she treats observing superior alchemy as an opportunity to verify and improve her own knowledge. 64 65

Her renowned “Enchantress” image contrasts with her initial inexperience in romance. She is embarrassed by an explicit picture book despite her seductive public reputation, revealing that she had focused far more on alchemy and cultivation than intimate relationships. 66

Around Tang Chen, she becomes openly affectionate, playful, and bold. She misses him during his absences, resents Song Qing's repeated advances, and takes satisfaction in showing Tang Chen her own progress. 71 83 96 She is also adaptable rather than possessive, accepting Tang Chen's other relationships and responding warmly to Dan Chen after their awkward first meeting. 95 96

Abilities & Skills

Alchemy

Cao Ying is an exceptional alchemist whose talent made her Xuan Kongzi's favored disciple and a candidate for Danta's leadership.

• Can steadily refine high-tier sixth-tier medicinal pills after a seclusion breakthrough. 64
• Reached the eighth tier of alchemy by Chapter 96. 96
• Gains insight by closely studying Tang Chen's alchemy. 64 65
• Possesses novel ideas and perspectives on alchemy that can resolve others' bottlenecks. 98
• Continues seeking Tang Chen's instruction in preparation for the Pill Gathering. 101 102

Cultivation

Cao Ying cultivates alongside her alchemical practice and benefits from Tang Chen's guidance.

• Her cultivation improves substantially following her time with Tang Chen. 71
• Joins Tang Chen in the Pill Realm and trusts his decisions while navigating its dangers. 108
• Enters seclusion to improve her soul realm after accompanying Tang Chen in the Pill Realm. 109

Relationships

• Xuan Kongzi — Her master and Danta Giant. He regards her as a monstrous alchemical talent and takes pride in her accomplishments. 64
• Tang Chen — Acquaintance turned romantic partner and alchemy mentor. She admires his abilities, seeks his guidance, and travels with him into the Pill Realm. 64 65 71 101 108
• Dan Chen — Fellow young Pill Region alchemy talent. Their first meeting in Tang Chen's residence is awkward, but Cao Ying chooses to treat her warmly and accepts her presence. 95 96
• Song Qing — An unwanted admirer whose repeated advances frustrate Cao Ying. Tang Chen later warns him away. 83
• Xuan Yi — A senior Danta Giant whom Cao Ying admires; she is shocked to learn that Xuan Yi is also Tang Chen's partner. 96

Story Role / Major Arcs

Tang Chen's Eighth-Tier Examination

Cao Ying accompanies Xuan Kongzi to oversee Tang Chen's examination after recognizing his name on the application roster. She watches his entire refinement process, becomes engrossed in his technique, and witnesses the eight-colored Pill Lightning produced by his completed pill. 64 65

Danta Residence

After Tang Chen becomes a Danta elder, Cao Ying visits him to seek alchemical guidance. Her discovery of an explicit picture book exposes the gap between her seductive reputation and her romantic inexperience. 66

Relationship with Tang Chen

Cao Ying's feelings deepen into an overt relationship with Tang Chen. She chooses to stay with him rather than immediately return to Danta, worries over his departures, and resolves to continue improving her cultivation and alchemy before his return. 71

When Tang Chen later visits the Cao family, Cao Ying makes clear that Song Qing's attention is unwanted. She accompanies Tang Chen to Danta afterward, where Song Qing retreats after Tang Chen confronts him. 83

Breakthrough to Eighth Tier

Following seclusion, Cao Ying reunites with Tang Chen and reveals that she has become an eighth-tier alchemist. She helps Tang Chen acquire materials for artifact refining in Holy Pill City, though his immediate return to seclusion disappoints her. 94 96

Alchemy Training and Pill Realm

Tang Chen later tutors Cao Ying in alchemy and combat techniques. She struggles to keep pace at first but ultimately grasps advanced concepts through persistent training. 101

Cao Ying enters the Pill Realm with Tang Chen, follows him to the Ten Thousand Herb Mountain Range, and accompanies him during his encounter with Xiong Zhan. 108 109

Trivia

• Cao Ying's reputation as the “Cao Family Enchantress” conceals her early lack of experience with romance. 66
• She considers alchemy and cultivation her primary lifelong pursuits, knowing little about artifact refining. 96
• She is familiar with Holy Pill City and helps Tang Chen efficiently locate artifact-refining materials there. 96