Compared to Pill Fusion, the method of Pill Condensation seems simpler and easier. Of course, just because it looks easy doesn't mean it's easy to do.
The process of Pill Condensation tests the alchemist's dual control over Spiritual Strength and flames, the condensation of the elixir's medicinal Spiritual Strength, and the temperature of the flames. If there is even the slightest difference in these aspects, all the previous efforts may be in vain.
As time passed, the mottled viscous liquid, originally the size of a fist, inside the cyan-gold cauldron gradually solidified, eventually transforming into a pill the size of a longan. Occasionally, it emitted a surge of energy, which struck the inner wall of the cauldron, producing a series of sounds that resembled chanting.
The commotion here was naturally observed by Tian Ying and the others. The three of them were filled with suspicion. They were complete novices when it came to alchemy, and they could hardly understand anything from this commotion. Therefore, they were both surprised and delighted. Their eyes were filled with worry as they looked at Xiao Yan, who had been sitting cross-legged on the mountaintop for nearly half a year.
"This guy has been sitting there cross-legged for half a year now. I wonder if he's finished refining the pill yet."
At the summit of the mountain, Yan Shi frowned and stared at Xiao Yan, who was sitting cross-legged in front of the medicine cauldron on the distant mountain peak, and asked in a suspicious tone.
"Let's not worry about it. How could you and I possibly know about the alchemist's affairs? He's refining third-tier pills. Even second-tier pills take several months to refine, so how could third-tier pills take less time?"
Xiong Gang, standing to the side, put on an air of having expected this all along, but judging from the furrowed brows, he wasn't as relaxed as he claimed.
"Whether the alchemy is successful or not, we must not interfere. We can only wait for him to stop on his own. The affairs of alchemists are indeed beyond our understanding. If he happens to be at a crucial moment and we happen to disturb him, we cannot bear that responsibility."
Tian Ying frowned and said in a deep voice. The two people beside him nodded solemnly Bodhi Restoration Pill hearing this. This was a pill for Leng Bingshuang to refine. Before they could ensure that the pill was successfully refined, how could they dare to interfere? If something went wrong, even if Xiao Yan didn't cause them any trouble, Leng Bingshuang would definitely not let them off easily. They knew very well how terrifying that woman was!
"Also, don't forget that guy. Keep a close eye on him. Xiao Yan has been refining medicine for almost half a year now, and it shouldn't be long before he finishes. We absolutely cannot let anything happen to him at this time."
"Clear!"
Then, Tian Ying's gaze fell on A Bao. Now, besides patiently waiting for Xiao Yan to finish refining the pills, their only other concern was A Bao.
Time flies like water, never to return. In the blink of an eye, more than half a month had passed. The process of Pill Condensation was finally completed. The uneven surface of the pill, which was the size of a longan, gradually became smooth and round under the influence of the Heavenly Flames. At the moment the Pill Condensation was completed, a rich aroma of pills emanated from the cauldron and gradually spread from the mountaintop to the surrounding area.
"This is... the fragrance of elixir!"
"That's right, this is definitely the aroma of elixir!"
"The appearance of the fragrant aroma indicates that the refining of the elixir is nearing completion; the Bodhi Restoration Pill is about to be finished!"
On the distant mountain peaks, Tian Ying and his two companions keenly sensed the faint fragrance of medicinal pills wafting through the air. Instantly, the three were overjoyed. Once the Rejuvenating Bodhi Restoration Pill was successfully refined, Leng Bingshuang's injuries were expected to improve. At that time, the cold currents spreading outward from the heart of Xilin would also be interrupted, which would undoubtedly be a good thing for the entire Xilin Mountain Range.
At the summit of the cliff, Xiao Yan sat cross-legged, his eyes closed, his brows furrowed, his pale face and the large beads of sweat on his forehead testifying to Xiao Yan current state.
After nearly half a year of prolonged alchemy, even Third-Tier Alchemist should have reached their limit. However, they have now finally reached the most important stage of Pill Nurturing.
Pill Nurturing are important in some ways, but not in others.
The Pill Nurturing stage is almost optional. Regardless of whether Xiao Yan persists or not, once the Pill Condensation, the Bodhi Restoration Pill is considered to be completed and can be used even without the Pill Nurturing.
Of course, despite this, the process of Pill Nurturing also has its purpose. Pill Nurturing can further improve the quality of pills that have already been refined, and this step is related to the effects that the pills can produce.
As an alchemist, one naturally strives for perfection; therefore, Xiao Yan did not skip that final step.
It is precisely for this reason that Xiao Yan Xiao Yan will always keep a close eye on the situation inside the medicine cauldron, ensuring that it remains in an absolutely stable state in terms of both Spiritual Strength and flame temperature.
This was not only for the Ice Spirit Cold Liquid, but also to prove his own abilities as a Third-Tier Alchemist.
Xiao Yan also figured out where his true limit really lay.
Large beads of sweat had soaked Xiao Yan's clothes. As time passed, Xiao Yan's face grew paler and paler. His fighting Dou Qi was still frantically pouring into the medicine cauldron in front of him. Even though there wasn't much left, Xiao Yan was still squeezing every cell in his body to forcibly extract energy for the formation of the Bodhi Restoration Pill Nurturing.
In his mind, the light on the jet-black Soul Bead gradually dimmed. Its original inky black color gradually turned grayish, and eventually, it even showed some signs of transparency.
Fortunately, the process of Pill Condensation is over, and the time for Pill Nurturing doesn't take too long either. In just a few days, the Pill Nurturing was officially complete. So, what lies ahead...?
"Rumble..."
Just as Xiao Yan was about to complete the refining process in the medicine cauldron, the sky above his head suddenly darkened, the world changed color, and thick dark clouds, like a giant strange bird, hovered above Xiao Yan's head, shrouding a large area of mountains and forests below.
Pill Lightning!
With a deathly pale face Xiao Yan withdrew his gaze from the medicine cauldron in front of him, raised his head, and looked up at the violently churning thunderclouds in the sky. A smile appeared on his pale lips at this moment.
To others, Pill Lightning was as terrifying as a demon, but to him, he was the best medicine!
" Northern King, it's your turn to appear!"