Outside the city gates, two long lines had formed. By comparison, more people were leaving the city than entering it.
The clamorous noise spread from within, leaving people's ears ringing!
"Hehe, the Alchemist Grand Meeting held in the Imperial Capital has concluded successfully. It was even more spectacular than in previous years!"
"You people entering the city today missed the grand event from the past two days. What a pity—the magnificent scenes and shocking moments still linger in my mind."
"Hehe, the champion of the alchemist competition seemed to be a young man named Yan Xiao. The way he controlled that green flame on the field was incomparably exquisite, and his smooth, flowing refinement techniques were unmatched by anyone in the entire arena!"
Hearing those conversations, Xiao Yao's heart stirred. He thought to himself, Looks like my guess was right. The Alchemist Grand Meeting has only just ended, so Little Flame should still be here.
"Xiao Yao, could that Yan Xiao be your younger brother, Xiao Yan? If he won the championship, then his alchemy skills should be about on par with yours, right? Or are yours a little better?" Zi Yan asked softly, blinking her large eyes.
"He is indeed my younger brother. His alchemy skills definitely aren't as good as mine. What, haven't you seen my abilities with your own eyes? You still dare question me in that tone? Aren't you afraid I won't refine pills for you to eat anymore?" Xiao Yao said with a faint smile.
Hearing Xiao Yao threaten her with pills again, Zi Yan stomped her feet angrily and strode quickly ahead.
Xiao Yao smiled and shook his head before leading Qing Lin and Zi Lin after her at an unhurried pace.
At that moment, two armored men fixed sharp gazes on Zi Yan