Chen Nianzhi furrowed his brow and continued refining the pills. Before long, another wisp of green smoke rose, leaving only two lumps of medicinal liquid still simmering.
Fortunately, no further accidents occurred. The final two pills took shape within the flames and flew out of the furnace.
He caught the two Stasis-Resolving Pills in one hand, a faintly gratified smile appearing on his face. This was his first time refining genuine Tier 2 pills, yet he had succeeded in a single attempt and even achieved a twenty percent pill formation rate. That result alone was enough to make most pill refiners green with envy.
"I'm finally a Tier 2 pill refiner."
"Seems I really do have some talent for pill refinement."
He smiled faintly, placed the two Stasis-Resolving Pills into jade bottles, then left the pill refining chamber.
Chen Qinghao had long been waiting outside. Seeing Chen Nianzhi emerge from the chamber, he couldn't help revealing an eager expression.
Meeting his gaze, Chen Nianzhi nodded slightly. "It worked."
Handing one Stasis-Resolving Pill to the Third Elder, Chen Nianzhi instructed, "Uncle Qing Hao, go into seclusion and heal your injuries first. By the time you've recovered, my Origin-Gathering Pills should be ready as well. Come find me then to collect the pill before attempting Foundation Establishment."
"Oh, right. I refined two this time. Have someone deliver the remaining one to the Second Elder."
After thinking for a moment, Chen Nianzhi took out the other Stasis-Resolving Pill and added the instruction.
Several years ago, in the battle against the Azure-Pattern Ape, the Second Elder had suffered grievous injuries. Not only had his lifespan been greatly reduced, but he had also been left with a lingering ailment that was difficult to cure.
Now that he had this Stasis-Resolving Pill, it might not restore