Dou Ling Pill, Ziyan's Suspicions

A hint of doubt flashed in Nalan Chenfeng's eyes.

"Open it and you'll see."

Han Chi smiled faintly, his eyes filled with encouragement.

Without hesitation, Nalan Chenfeng did as he was told, raising his hand to open the jade box.

Laugh!

A refreshing medicinal fragrance wafted from the jade box. Nalan Chenfeng looked closely and saw a round, emerald-green pill lying quietly inside.

The pill was translucent like jade, surrounded by a soft blue light. Its medicinal power was restrained and gentle, without any harsh or pungent feeling. Beneath the pill, three slender, pale gold lines flowed, gleaming in the sunlight.

"Medicine...?"

"Could it be the Dou Ling Pill?"

Nalan Chenfeng swallowed hard. Although he was certain that this pill was not the legendary Dou Ling Pill, he was certain that if he took it, his strength would increase greatly.

"That's right, it's the Dou Ling Pill. This pill is at the Peak Fifth Grade, or it can be considered Sixth Grade. Its effect is to raise Dou Wang's rank by one star after taking it. A Dou Wang can only take one pill in their lifetime."

Han Chi nodded in agreement, looking at the stunned Nalan Chenfeng with a gentle smile, "This Dou Ling Pill is a top-grade Dou Ling Pill. It was asked by Yue'er's great-grandfather to give it to you."

"Top-grade Dou Ling Pill..."

Nalan Chenfeng murmured, overjoyed and unable to contain his excitement. It wasn't unusual for a Five-Star Dou Zong expert to possess Dou Ling Pill. Fifth and Sixth Grade Alchemist were very willing to befriend experts of this rank. The fact that Han Yue's great-grandfather asked Han Chi to give him this could be considered a form of recognition and investment. It was just a pity that during his month at the Han Family, not only he, but even Han Yue herself hadn't seen her great-grandfather Han Fei even once. It seemed that now was not the time for them to meet.

Dou Zong expert is elusive and rarely shows themselves, even within the Han Family.

Of course, it's also possible that the patriarch of the Han Family is currently in a crucial period of seclusion and cannot afford to be too distracted.

Regardless of the reason, this Dou Ling Pill is of immense value.

Pills that can directly advance a Dou Wang expert to the next level are highly sought after by Dou Wang experts, as they can quickly advance to the next level and increase strength.

However, for him, now is not the best time to take this Dou Ling Pill.

Now that he is Three-Star Dou Wang, there is little point in him taking this top-grade Dou Ling Pill; it would only waste the medicinal power within the pill.

If taken at the Peak Seven-Star Dou Wang or Eight-Star Dou Wang, it can allow him to quickly break through to the Nine-Star Dou Wang, at which point he will soon be qualified to challenge for the Dou Emperor level.

At the Dou Wang level, the further one progresses, the slower the cultivation speed becomes. Each breakthrough requires absorbing a vast amount of heaven and earth energy. Even if he cultivates an Earth Tier Cultivation Method, it still requires a period of accumulation.

"Grandfather is currently in seclusion and cannot see you. You should be able to see him the next time you and Yue'er come to the Han Family."

"Keep the pills safe, and be careful on your journey."

Han Chi smiled, shifting his gaze from Nalan Chenfeng to Han Tian.

"Um..."

Han Tian cupped his hands in greeting and nodded solemnly.

He had been to the Jia Nan Academy in the Black-Corner Region more than once or twice, and knew what to be careful about.

Thank you, Uncle.

Nalan Chenfeng carefully put the pills away and stored them in his Storage Ring, then bowed deeply to Han Chi.

This trip to Central Plains not only allowed him to learn two major Dou Technique, but also yielded the Dou Ling Pill, a elixir that rapidly enhances strength. It was truly a complete success, far exceeding his previous expectations.

Of course, most importantly, he gained the Han Family's approval and successfully won the heart of his beloved.

Han Yue, a woman from a large family, is quite traditional. Whether or not she has the support and consent of the Han Family, it would be a hurdle in Han Yue heart.

Let's go.

Han Chi waved his hand, his eyes sweeping meaningfully over Nalan Chenfeng and Han Yue.

The Han Family's support for Nalan Chenfeng is an investment based on their recognition of his talent and potential; such an opportunity may not come again.

In this way, Yue'er's status in Nalan Chenfeng's heart will be much higher, which is exactly what he, as her father, wants to see.

A mere Dou Wang) is not worth the Han Family investing so much and going to such lengths.

"Let's go..."

Time flew by as Nalan Chenfeng and his party hurried on their journey.

Two months later.

"We've finally arrived."

Looking at the familiar Canaan City, Nalan Chenfeng let out a soft sigh.

This trip to the Central Plains Continent took four months just to travel there and back. Fortunately, with Han Chi, a Seven-Star Dou Emperor, escorting them along the way, they did not encounter any danger. Their luck was quite good.

If we include the month he spent at the Han Family, then it has been five months since he last left Jia Nan Academy.

"Your Aunt Su and I will rest for a day, and then we will set off back to Central Plains tomorrow."

Han Tian looked at the two of them, then his expression turned serious, and he warned Han Yue, "Yue girl, if you don't have the strength of Dou Wang, you must not return to Central Plains alone. It would be best to have Chenfeng escort you."

"Uncle, don't worry, I will safely return Yue'er to the Han Family."

Before Han Yue could reply, Nalan Chenfeng made his assurance.

Even if Han Yue has the strength of Dou Wang, he wouldn't feel at ease letting her return to Central Plains alone, and would definitely escort her personally.

His next trip to the Central Plains Continent would be after he becomes Dou Emperor.

"I can finally breathe a sigh of relief now that he's back safe and sound."

Just as the group was talking, Hu Gan, sensing Han Tian's presence, quickly flew over.

"This little guy is almost Four-Star Dou Wang!"

Hu Gan glanced at Nalan Chenfeng, his gaze suddenly sharpening. After a few seconds of stunned silence, he turned to Han Yue and Han Tian.

"You may go--"

Han Tian nodded with a smile, feeling relieved.

The Central Plains Continent is far from the Jia Nan Academy, and there are some risks along the way. If anything were to happen to these two, he would not be able to explain it to his family.

"Goodbye, Outer Academy and Uncle Han."

Nalan Chenfeng nodded, bowed with his hands clasped, and then pulled Han Yue towards the Inner Academy.

During this period of education and travel, he has not wasted a single moment, devoting it all to cultivation. Now he is only one step away from becoming Four-Star Dou Wang, and he can break through quickly with a short period of seclusion.

Four-Star Dou Wang brings him one step closer to becoming Dou Emperor.

The Inner Academy, the Wind Pavilion Headquarters.

In the hall, Ziyan sat on a large sandalwood chair, her snow-white legs dangling in mid-air, swinging back and forth. In her hand, she held a spiritual herb that was crystal clear and whose roots were wrapped like jade silk, and she happily crunched on it.

"Hmm--This elixir has a lot of energy, but it's a bit lacking."

Ziyan incoherently, chewing with her cheeks bulging, her large, dark, and lively eyes filled with enjoyment.

However, just as Ziyan was about to take her second bite, the medicinal herb in her hand vanished into thin air.

There was no fluctuation of Dou Qi, no sound of wind, and not even the slightest vibration in the air; it was as if the spiritual herb had never existed.

Ziyan clenched her teeth, biting down on nothing, her silver teeth colliding with a crisp cracking sound.

For a moment, Ziyan was stunned.

"Um?"

Ziyan looked down at her empty palm, blinked, and repeatedly turned her snow-white little hand over and over. After confirming that there was nothing left, her dark eyes suddenly widened.

"Which bastard dares to steal my elixir!"

Ziyan suddenly jumped up from the chair, her little face tense, but she quickly got an answer and looked outside.

"Nalan Chenfeng, come out here! You must have stolen my medicinal herbs!"