Half a month passed quietly, and the Alchemist Grand Meeting was finally just around the corner. At this time, powerful figures from all sides gathered in the Ancient Wilderness City. In just a few days, no less than a dozen Half-Emperor Sovereign experts had once again come to the Ancient Wilderness City.
Their purpose is self-evident: they are all here for the Alchemist Grand Meeting. This shows that this Alchemist Grand Meeting is indeed quite powerful!
"Crunch"
The two wooden doors were slowly pushed open, and a young man dressed in a black robe walked out from them.
Although he was already middle-aged, Xiao Yan still looked like he was in his early twenties because of his strength as a Half-Emperor.
At this moment, after leaving the inn, Xiao Yan's bright eyes went straight to the very center of the Ancient Wilderness City. That was the true core of the city, the place where the real powerhouses gathered, and where the Alchemist Grand Meeting was held.
"Hehe, the Alchemist Grand Meeting will open in a few days. I should go and take a look. I wonder if any Half-Emperor level alchemists will participate. If so, it will be really interesting."
A moment later, Xiao Yan Xiao Yan at a bustling downtown area, where he found himself in front of a huge pavilion that looked like a medicine cauldron.
This pavilion is the headquarters of the Alchemist Guild in the Ancient Wilderness City. Those who can enter are either exceptionally powerful or High-Level Alchemist.
In a bustling city like the Ancient Wilderness City, the minimum strength required to enter the Alchemist Guild is the strength of Dou Sheng.
Even alchemists, in order to enter, must possess the qualification to refine Eighth-Tier Pill, and their status is self-evident: Eighth-Rank Alchemy Grandmaster!
Of course, with the Alchemist Guild's strong support, no one dares to violate the rules here. After all, offending the Alchemist Guild is equivalent to making endless enemies, and no one would be foolish enough to do such a thing.
Even if you are Half-Emperor Sovereign powerhouse here, although you are qualified to enter and exit and be respected, if you really violate the rules here, you will still not have a good outcome. Therefore, the people here are more obedient.
Even Xiao Yan, at this moment, couldn't help but marvel at the prestige of such a prestigious club. Alchemists were indeed an extremely powerful group. Once united, even the most powerful Half-Emperor in the outside world would still have to obediently follow their rules. The strength of alchemists was obvious.
Upon stepping into the Alchemist Guild, Xiao Yan was immediately enveloped by the cloud-like fragrance of medicinal pills. However, the fragrance here was clearly different from his own; it had been specially diluted and was incredibly refreshing, instantly putting him in a good mood.
Xiao Yan's entry did attract the attention of some people, but they only glanced at him before ignoring Xiao Yan. Countless Half-Emperor- emperors or alchemists come and go here every day, and there are also young alchemy masters. To them, it's nothing unusual, so why bother?
As for this, Xiao Yan was simply looking for peace and quiet. He came here only to learn about the different levels of alchemists on the Origin Martial Continent. He had been here for some time but had never learned anything about alchemists, which made Xiao Yan, an alchemist himself, feel slightly embarrassed.
Just as he was about to step inside, a figure walked towards Xiao Yan. This person was none other than the Three-Star Half-Emperor who had clashed with Xiao Yan that day.
Upon seeing the newcomer, Xiao Yan smiled. Although the old man had a bad temper, he was generally a person worth befriending. If he could build a good relationship with him, the old man might be able to help him in some way.
"Brother Yan Xiao, haha, I didn't expect you to be here. Oh, by the way, that incredibly powerful flame I saw you use the other day, could it be that you're also an alchemist?"
Before it even reached him, the rough and bold voice, like a series of thunderous booms, entered Xiao Yan Xiao Yan's ears, causing a continuous rumbling sound to reverberate within his eyes.
He pursed his lips slightly; this guy's personality was really hard for Xiao Yan to stand, but he still nodded in agreement.
When the old man saw that Xiao Yan actually nodded in agreement, he couldn't help but utter another string of words of praise, looking at Xiao Yan as if he were a monster.
At such a young age, he has managed to elevate both his alchemy skills and cultivation level to a truly astonishing level!
"Brother Yan Xiao is truly a prodigy, a veritable monster! Hahaha, to achieve so much at such a young age, it seems you'll definitely have a place in this year's Alchemist Grand Meeting! Who knows, you might even become a Yan Xiao Yan Xiao in this year's Alchemist Grand Meeting. So, I'll wish you all the best in advance, hahaha!"
Xiao Yan slightly raised his eyes, smiled noncommittally, and remained silent.
"I wonder what brings Brother Yan Xiao here? I, Old Qin, can accompany you for a while. I know some of the people here, and I'll introduce them to you. Hehe, those old guys here, their cultivation is just so-so, but they're so good at alchemy, always putting on airs, it's really annoying to look at them. Brother Yan Xiao, you'd better be careful!"
Xiao Yan smiled. He knew this without Qin Zhong telling him. He was well aware of the eccentricities of alchemists. As for Qin Zhong, probably no one could be pleasant to meet him. His fiery temper probably wouldn't suit anyone's taste.
"Brother Qin Zhong, let's go. I haven't taken the Alchemist Badge exam in a long time. Let's go take a look today and get a badge first; it'll be more convenient in the future."
Qin Zhong smiled again upon hearing this, and with a swift movement, he led the way for Xiao Yan. Thanks to Qin Zhong's familiarity with the Alchemist Guild, Xiao Yan naturally saved a lot of time.
In just a short while, the two arrived at a large hall. The once somewhat spacious area was now completely surrounded by a surging crowd. These people, like Xiao Yan, had come to test their Soul Power in order to obtain the qualification of High-Level Alchemist.
"Hey, there are quite a few people here, but they're all just young punks, not worth mentioning. I wonder what rank you're aiming for as an alchemist, Brother Yan Xiao? Maybe I can be of some help."
Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan smiled. No matter where you go, having strength is always useful; there will always be people who will try to give you special treatment.
After a moment's thought, Xiao Yan couldn't help but ask:
"Brother Qin Zhong, do you know what the highest rank of alchemist is here?"
Although Xiao Yan's voice wasn't loud, everyone present was quite powerful, with the weakest being Quasi-Eighth-Tier Alchemist. Xiao Yan's words naturally reached the ears of everyone present, and even the elder conducting the assessment couldn't help but turn his gaze towards Xiao Yan.
Upon hearing this, Qin Zhong was stunned. He never expected Xiao Yan to say such a thing in public. Just as he was about to speak, the elder in charge of the assessment spoke first, laughing:
"The highest-ranking alchemist I have here is High-Level Ninth-Rank Alchemist. I wonder if you, young friend, are confident you can take him down in one fell swoop?"
Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan frowned slightly, sighed softly, shook his head, and muttered to himself:
"Ninth Rank, High Level? That's still too low!"
Although the sound was so faint as to be almost inaudible, it was still fully heard by Qin Zhong, Half-Emperor expert, and the assessment elder, who were standing nearby with terrifying hearing.
High-Level Ninth-Rank Alchemist? That's too low. Does Xiao Yan really want to take the exam for an even higher level?