r18novel 418. The Teachings of the Black-Clad Monk
418. The Teachings of the Black-Clad Monk
Xiao Yan sensed the aura emanating from Xuan Yi and felt a chill run down his spine, realizing that Xuan Yi's identity was definitely not simple.
However, since Xuan Yi directly criticized Yao Lao in front of Xiao Yan, Xiao Yan naturally couldn't pretend he hadn't heard it.
Before Xiao Yan could even ask a question, Tang Zhen preemptively began to introduce: "Young friend Xiao Yan, this is Xuan Yi, one of the three giants of the Pill Tower, and was once a close friend of the Medicine Venerable."
After saying that, Tang Zhen, worried that Xiao Yan hadn't understood, gave him a wink.
Xiao Yan noticed the strange expressions on Tang Zhen and Kang Ning's faces and sensed something was amiss, so he suppressed his impulse.
Xuan Yi looked at Xiao Yan and laughed, "What's wrong? I said a few words to him, and you seem a little unhappy? Even if Yao Chen were here, I would have said the same thing!"
Kang Ning then smoothed things over, saying, "Young friend Xiao Yan, the Xuan Yi Guild Master used the Spirit Awakening Powder just now because you were having trouble breaking through. That's a crucial item related to the Soul Heaven Realm!"
Xiao Yan was also startled upon hearing this. He had also heard of the Spirit Awakening Powder, which was said to come from outer space and was an excellent substance for nourishing the soul! Xiao Yan also understood why his soul had undergone such a huge change in that moment of urgency.
"Xiao Yan thanks Senior for bestowing this treasure!" Xiao Yan said sincerely.
Xuan Yi waved her hand casually, a hint of satisfaction in her eyes as she looked at Xiao Yan. She was naturally not really angry because Xiao Yan was protecting Yao Chen.
After hesitating for a moment, Xuan Yi finally asked, "Is he... alright?"
Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan felt the name sounded somewhat familiar, but he still answered truthfully, "My teacher has encountered some troubles these past few years, but his return to Zhongzhou won't be long!"
Xiao Yan spoke with great vigor, now that he was just around the corner to reach the Spirit Realm Soul stage, and that he had already gathered all three kinds of strange flames, so reviving Yao Lao was only a matter of time.
"That's good..."
Xuan Yi's gaze unconsciously drifted into the distance, looking towards the direction of the Pill Tower. Some buried memories resurfaced in her mind. Even with her composure, she was momentarily dazed and moved.
At this moment, Xiao Yan, Tang Zhen, and the other two stood respectfully to the side. Looking at Xuan Yi's appearance, Xiao Yan knew that the latter definitely had an unusual relationship with Yao Lao.
"...If you ever need anything in the future, feel free to ask me!"
Xiao Yan smiled slightly and said, "Xiao Yan thanks you, Senior!"
Xuan Yi, slightly displeased, said to Xiao Yan, "Don't call me 'senior,' it's too formal. Just call me 'Aunt Xuan' from now on!"
"Okay, Aunt Xuan." Although Xiao Yan felt a little strange, he still complied.
"Valley Master Tang," Xuan Yi turned to Tang Zhen and said, "I've heard that your beloved daughter has encountered some trouble. How about I take action today?"
"Ah?...Ah! That's perfect, that's perfect!"
Upon hearing this, Tang Zhen felt an overwhelming surge of joy. With Xuan Yi willing to help, there might not be a better option in the entire Pill Tower. It was practically certain that his daughter's problem would be solved!
"Should we prepare now?"
Xuan Yi waved his hand and said, "Let's get straight to it. I also want to see how far Yao Chen has taught his disciple!"
Tang Zhen looked at Xiao Yan. Although Xiao Yan had just failed to break through to the Soul Spirit Realm, with the support of the Awakening Spirit Powder, his soul power was more stable than ever before. He nodded and confirmed, "I'm fine."
Tang Zhen then led the group to a room within the courtyard. Inside, a red-haired woman was meditating cross-legged. The woman was exceptionally beautiful, though her delicate eyebrows hinted at a touch of heroism. However, her fighting spirit was weak, her face was pale, and her condition was visibly poor.
Sensing the person who had arrived, the woman opened her eyes and said, "Father."
Tang Zhen's eyes also showed undisguised pity as he said gently, "Huo'er, your father has invited the Xuan Yi President of the Pill Tower and Xiao Yan, a young friend from the Starfall Pavilion, to help you resolve the problems within your body."
Tang Huo'er's gaze swept across the room and immediately landed on Xiao Yan. There was a strange look in her eyes, after all, Xiao Yan was really too young.
Xuan Yi then moved her jade hand and grasped Tang Huo'er's fair wrist. After a short while, she slowly said, "Such stubborn thunder and fire power must indeed be cleared away with a different kind of fire."
"Thank you both!"
Xuan Yi then said, "I understand the situation. You all go outside and protect us!"
After taking a deep look at his daughter, Tang Zhen led Kang Ning out of the room.
"There's something I need to make clear before we begin," Xuan Yi said. "The strange fire must enter your body. Under that intense heat, your clothes won't last."
Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan awkwardly touched his nose, because he felt he had to clarify things first, as this wasn't the first time this had happened in his memory.
However, Tang Huo'er's pretty face showed no particular expression: "Since it's to deal with the trouble inside my body, there's no need to worry about such a small matter. You two can rest assured and take action!"
A hint of appreciation appeared in Xuan Yi's eyes. Then, a light red flame rose up, and a deep phoenix cry rang out, causing the temperature in the room to rise sharply.
Xiao Yan, upon seeing the flame in Xuan Yi's hand, immediately sensed its extraordinary nature. After all, Xuan Yi was a giant in the Pill Tower, so it wasn't surprising that he possessed a flame related to the Heavenly Demon Phoenix.
The medicinal herbs seemed to dance in the air, swaying rhythmically under Xuan Yi's control. At the same time, Xuan Yi's soul power shot out from his forehead like threads, precisely controlling dozens of herbs.
"The Soul Realm is not merely an accumulation of quantity, but a qualitative change, which includes the precise control of all one's soul power. Watch closely!"
Xiao Yan knew that Xuan Yi could choose an easier and less strenuous method to refine herbs, but he deliberately increased the difficulty for his own demonstration.
As Xuan Yi demonstrated, some of Xiao Yan's previous doubts about alchemy were readily resolved. Yao Lao's teaching of Xiao Yan was naturally wholehearted, but after reaching a certain level, the core concepts of each alchemy master would differ. The mysteries within were the culmination of each alchemy master's life's work, rarely passed on to outsiders except their disciples. Now, Xuan Yi was sharing his knowledge so generously; few were fortunate enough to receive such a privilege. Xiao Yan watched Xuan Yi's movements intently.
Incidentally, Xiao Yan couldn't help but click his tongue inwardly: what had his teacher done to make the giant of the Pill Tower so unforgettable?