Rank 9, high level, too low!
The two were completely stunned by Xiao Yan's words. High-Level Ninth-Rank Alchemist, such a powerful alchemist, and he still complained that his level was too low? They didn't know if he really had that kind of strength, or if he was overestimating himself.
Even ordinary Half-Emperor would treat Ninth-Grade Alchemist with respect, as Ninth-Grade Alchemist is considered a truly respectable person on the entire continent.
But the Xiao Yan standing before them now doesn't even put High-Level Ninth-Rank Alchemist in his eyes. Do you really think you're a peerless genius who can master everything at once?
Your strength has reached the level of Half-Emperor Sovereign, which only shows that your cultivation talent is heaven-defying. But the art of alchemy is not something that can be achieved by simply cultivating all day long.
The strength of Spiritual Strength not only needs to increase along with one's physical strength, but also requires personal enlightenment. Even an ordinary Half-Emperor might not necessarily reach the Spiritual Strength Emperor Realm Soul.
The assessment elder didn't believe that, at Xiao Yan's age, even though he was Half-Emperor, how could his Spiritual Strength have reached the Emperor Realm Soul? Wouldn't that be too heaven-defying?
"Friend, confidence is a good thing, but blind confidence becomes arrogance. Why don't you try being a High-Level Ninth-Rank Alchemist first? You probably can't handle anything higher."
The assessment elder, also High-Level Ninth-Rank Alchemist, was clearly displeased by Xiao Yan's words, but he still smiled and spoke to Xiao Yan.
Upon hearing this, Qin Zhong couldn't help but purse his lips. The old man spoke calmly, but his actions clearly intended to make Xiao Yan suffer a humiliation. He planned to mock Xiao Yan until he was no longer High-Level Ninth-Rank Alchemist. This was unbearable for the Child Flame Qin Zhong, who immediately snorted and was about to step forward.
Xiao Yan frowned slightly upon hearing this. The people in the Alchemist Guild were indeed as Qin Zhong had said, all of them proud and arrogant. If they felt something was amiss, they would retaliate in full.
Xiao Yan was too lazy to argue with him. High-Level Ninth-Rank Alchemist was nothing to him now. He could refine Ninth-Tier Mystic Pill ten years ago. Now that he was an emperor, Ninth-Grade Alchemist was nothing to him.
However, today, this mere High-Level Ninth-Rank Alchemist dared to utter such contemptuous words in front of him, so Xiao Yan naturally felt somewhat dissatisfied.
Reaching out to stop Qin Zhong, who was about to step forward, Xiao Yan calmly walked towards the assessment elder.
Wherever he went, the alchemists who were still waiting for the assessment made way for Xiao Yan. The assessment elder had spoken quite loudly, deliberately making sure they could hear him.
At this moment, everyone wanted to see how Xiao Yan would react when he made a fool of himself, and whether he could still remain as composed as he was now.
They didn't believe that a novice like him, even if he had some talent in cultivation, could be considered inferior in alchemy. How could the alchemy skills of the man in front of them compare to those of them, genuine alchemists who were dedicated to the pursuit of alchemy?
They all watched with cold smiles as Xiao Yan walked towards the assessment elder, waiting for Xiao Yan to suffer a setback, which would then lead to another round of laughter.
Approaching the assessment elder, Xiao Yan maintained his calm demeanor, his eyes expressionless as he gazed at the old man before him, and slowly began to speak:
"Based on what you said earlier, there should be other assessment areas here, right? Since you don't want me to go so easily, then tell me what the test is. If I pass it directly, I can take the higher-level test."
"Whoosh"
Xiao Yan's words showed absolutely no respect for the assessment elder, directly provoking him. This caused the assessment elder's expression to darken, and he immediately snorted coldly, pointing with his sleeve to a massive black stone tablet behind him, and said in a cold voice:
"This is the Spirit Testing Stele. Simply place your palm on it and infuse it with your Soul Power, and this stele will be able to determine your soul realm and alchemist rank. The highest level of this Spirit Testing Stele can reach the Heaven Realm Great Perfection and the High-Level Ninth-Rank Alchemist."
As soon as he finished speaking, the assessment elder looked at Xiao Yan with a cold expression, then glanced at everyone present, stepped aside to make way for Xiao Yan, just as he was waiting for Xiao Yan to fail the test and be embarrassed.
Xiao Yan glanced casually at the assessment elder watching coldly to the side, his body still, but his terrifying Soul Power gathered from between his eyebrows, about to sweep towards the Spirit Testing Stele.
"Brother Yan Xiao, are you really going to do this? Don't let your impulsive actions lead you to fall for this scoundrel's tricks!"
Suddenly, Qin Zhong's rough voice, tinged with concern, rang in Xiao Yan's ears again, causing Xiao Yan to pause in his actions.
But then, Xiao Yan chuckled softly in response. Turning around, Xiao Yan gave Qin Zhong a reassuring smile, and the two nodded in understanding. Qin Zhong then said nothing more.
Since Xiao Yan had reassured him, Xiao Yan must have his own confidence. Although he hadn't known Xiao Yan for long, Qin Zhong was certain that if Xiao Yan dared to do this, then he absolutely had his own reasons.
After all, wasn't Li Gan the same way that day? He originally wanted to overpower Xiao Yan to intimidate him, but in the end, he was still overpowered by Xiao Yan, causing him to not only be ridiculed by thousands of people, but also have to apologize.
Who knows, today, Xiao Yan might be able to prove himself once again!
As soon as he turned around, a terrifying surge of Soul Power, like a tidal wave, erupted from between Xiao Yan's brows and slammed fiercely into the Spirit Testing Stele.
The moment that Soul Power swept through the hall, everyone was instantly forced to their knees by its terrifying Soul Power.
Even the assessment elder who had been coldly watching Xiao Yan was forced to take several steps back with difficulty, only managing to stay upright thanks to his strength as a One-Star Half-Emperor.
Outside the hall, many people noticed the unusual activity the moment the Soul Power swept through, and their expressions changed drastically, their eyes filled with horror.
Could it be that one of the most powerful figures in the Alchemist Guild is refining a top-tier elixir? Otherwise, how could there be such a terrifying display of power?
Even some of the true leaders of the Alchemist Guild looked over in shock, and then quickly rushed into the hall.
"Click"
With a crisp sound, the Spirit Testing Stele, struck by Xiao Yan's Soul Power, shattered into pieces after less than a moment, turning into a pile of gravel.
At this moment, Qin Zhong, standing behind Xiao Yan, was also looking at Xiao Yan in front of him in utter shock. He never imagined that Xiao Yan's Soul Power would be so strong!
" High-Level Ninth-Rank Alchemist is truly nothing but trash to you!"
After a long while, Qin Zhong could only shake his head and sigh with a wry smile. He then glanced at the assessment elder who was still struggling to hold on, and said nothing more.
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