Nine Revolutions Star Technique

Entered the inner hall.

Inside, the hall was a scene of chaos after an explosion from a furnace, but already, servants had come to clean up.

The group moved to a Quiet Chamber, surrounded by scattered alchemy books, with a Bronze Incense Burner in the center, a light fragrance spreading, making one feel exceedingly refreshed.

”Sir, your mastery of the Alchemy Dao is unparalleled; you must be no unknown figure. May I ask your name?”

Ye Qingchen had just taken his seat when Zhou Jiutian eagerly inquired.

He had been pondering earlier.

Suspecting this young man might be a disciple of some old monster. Otherwise, how could he understand elixirs so thoroughly, far beyond Zhou Jiutian’s own abilities!

”I am merely a Loose Cultivator wandering Kunlun, with no sect or name,” Ye Qingchen responded with a faint smile, ”just passing through Panlong City, intending to buy some elixirs, but forced to resort to this!”

”Someone, take that maid and beat her to death with random sticks!”

Zhou Jiutian’s eyes turned cold as he directed his servants. Then he regained his smile towards Ye Qingchen, saying, ”Such a maid not recognizing a true figure, almost delayed my great affair, deserves death! Deserves death!”

Ye Qingchen secretly frowned.

This person’s heart is malicious, easily dismissing human life as trivial. Though he himself also killed frequently, he never killed the innocent indiscriminately.

Nonetheless.

They were merely passing acquaintances; once his injuries healed, stepping into the Earth Immortal Sixth Layer, he would completely leave this place. If the other party caused trouble again, Ye Qingchen wouldn’t mind getting rid of them!

Presently, the two began to discuss.

Who is Ye Qingchen?

He claimed excellence in both alchemy and martial arts. Though he never systematically studied alchemy, he obtained the Jade Pupil Scroll from Liu Yuanzhong, whose knowledge was second nature.

Thinking of Liu Yuanzhong, Ye Qingchen couldn’t help feeling puzzled. He initially thought the old man was just an ordinary Alchemy Master, but through researching the Alchemy Dao, discovered the man wasn’t as simple as he seemed.

Unfortunately, to this day.

Ye Qingchen had not seen Liu Yuanzhong again.

”Sir, the Spirit Grass and medicine you need are all here!” After a moment, Zhou Jiutian placed a Storage Ring respectfully before Ye Qingchen, ”I wonder if we might discuss again next time?”

”Forget about discussions. I am merely passing by.”

Ye Qingchen took the Storage Ring, checked it with his mind, and nodded in satisfaction.

”Worthy of being the Grand Hall Master of Medicine God Hall, his influence runs deep in Panlong City, gathering the necessary Spirit Medicine in less than half a day, without missing a single thing.”

”The Spirit Medicine needed to heal wounds is complete; now, preparation for entering the Earth Immortal Sixth Layer is all that’s left!”

”But unfortunately, this breakthrough requires massive Spiritual Qi. Regular Heavenly and Earthly Treasures aren’t enough for even a single breath!”

Ye Qingchen pondered, rubbing his chin.

”Sir, I have another inquiry.” As Ye Qingchen was ready to leave, Zhou Jiutian suddenly called him, ”Sir, do you recognize this Heavenly and Earthly Treasure?”

”Hmm?”

Ye Qingchen looked casually.

He saw Zhou Jiutian taking out a Memory Crystal Stone while speaking:

”Sir, do take a look. This is Nine Bends River outside Panlong City, discovered accidentally by one of our Earth Immortals at Medicine God Hall, finding Heavenly and Earthly Treasures!”

”I searched through records but can’t identify it. I wonder if you might recognize it?”

As Zhou Jiutian infused True Qi, the stone flashed, and inside the Quiet Chamber appeared a vast scene:

It was a vast, serpentine river.

On the towering waters of rivers, lakes, and seas, a small green three-leafed tree floated above the surface, bearing a sparkling fruit. Mist shrouded all around, looking both real and illusory.

Ye Qingchen originally wasn’t interested, but seeing the fruit suddenly brightened his eyes:

”This is a Celestial Essence Fruit!”

”Celestial Essence Fruit? What is that?”

Zhou Jiutian was puzzled.

But Ye Qingchen wore a smile, relieved, and said lightly, ”This Spirit Fruit produced within Endless Water Spirit holds powerful Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi. Judging by the fruit’s color, it should mature soon!”

’Why search elsewhere for Heavenly and Earthly Treasures; this fruit alone can allow me to easily step into the Earth Immortal Sixth Layer!’

Thinking of this, he looked back at the scene.

Seeing the river curve, forming a natural Grand Array, confining immense Water Power within, like a mother nurturing a fetus, birthing something like the Celestial Essence Fruit.

”I want this Celestial Essence Fruit. Name your price, Grand Hall Master!” Ye Qingchen stated directly.

”This...”

Zhou Jiutian hesitated.

This Celestial Essence Fruit was extraordinary. How could he bear to give it up? He hesitated for a moment before biting his lip and saying:

”Sir, initially twelve Earth Immortals from our Medicine God Hall entered, but only one returned alive. The fruit’s value is extraordinary; can you offer something of equal worth?”

This time, it was Ye Qingchen who felt challenged.

With Zhou Jiutian’s status, ordinary items couldn’t move him. Though the Star Sword and nine bone swords were valuable, revealing them would expose his identity.

”I have an Alchemy Furnace...” After a moment of thought, Ye Qingchen said, ”If you agree to let me have this fruit, I’ll loan you the furnace for three years!”

Upon hearing this, Zhou Jiutian laughed incredulously.

What Alchemy Furnace had he not seen?

What kind of furnace could compare to this Celestial Essence Fruit just for three years of use, he shook his head and smiled, ”Sir, are you joking with me?”

Words had barely left his mouth.

Ye Qingchen made a grasping motion.

”Clang!”

A sudden deep sound erupted.

There.

A three-zhang-tall massive Alchemy Furnace appeared in the Quiet Chamber, with fierce flames swirling all around its mysterious floral patterns, cracking the floor beneath.

Almost the moment the furnace materialized, an immense heat burst forth, shattering the surrounding space with cracks and explosions.

”What is this?”

Zhou Jiutian’s eyes widened.

He felt the furnace held immense Spiritual Qi. Compared to it, his own furnace was worthless scrap metal!

Words failed him to describe this furnace.

”This is the Crimson Mist Cauldron, and it is my furnace!” Ye Qingchen said casually.

”I agree, I agree!” Zhou Jiutian nodded repeatedly: ”Three years, you must promise!”

”Naturally!”

Ye Qingchen nodded slightly, watching Zhou Jiutian who had more to say, he continued, ”Once I get the Celestial Essence Fruit, I’ll hand over the Crimson Mist Cauldron to you...”

”No time to waste; I’ll arrange it right away!”

Zhou Jiutian hurriedly got up.

Observing his hasty maneuverings, Ye Qingchen stared silently, eyes far away, and said nothing.