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The Mantra Banner's replica of the Ancient Tribulation Pill Scripture constantly revolves around the effigy atop the heart tower within Mi Xiaojing's Dan Tian, essentially allowing him to continuously study.
Mi Xiaojing had already become quite familiar with some of the mid to low-level ancient pill recipes. The list of materials he provided to Yong Ji and Yang Shan was derived from the Ancient Tribulation Pill Scripture.
Many of the materials could be substituted with better alternatives, a task Wang Weijun and Mi Xiaojing undertook together. While it was manageable for mid to low-level pill recipes, finding substitutes for high-level pill recipes was significantly more challenging.
For the time being, Mi Xiaojing wouldn't consider high-level pill recipes. With his current cultivation level and strength, being able to refine mid to low-level Spirit Pills was already quite an accomplishment.
With a good Pill Furnace, proper pill recipes, and the inheritance of alchemy experience, Mi Xiaojing had become proficient in refining mid to low-level Spirit Pills. What he needed to master now was the understanding of the ancient pill recipes for Spirit Pills.
Thousand Poisons Qian was astonished as he watched the Kui Dragon Cauldron. Anyone who could use such a Pill Cauldron for alchemy would undoubtedly have a high level of skill. He couldn't imagine that Mi Xiaojing was also a Pill Master, and a great one at that. He watched curiously as Mi Xiaojing practiced alchemy.
Using Golden Flames as the fire for the Pill Furnace was an extremely sophisticated technique. Most people used earthly fire for alchemy, and the difference was significant. With Thousand Poisons Qian's discerning eye, he could tell that Mi Xiaojing's alchemy was of a high caliber.
He couldn't help but feel envious of such favorable conditions, with a Great Power supporting from behind. Little did he know that Mi Xiaojing had reached his current level through his own efforts and with guidance from Wang Weijun. Of course, these conditions were also created by Luo Mei and Mi Youran.
The one-legged Kui Dragon Cauldron hovered in front of Mi Xiaojing, with materials being added bit by bit. Once the alchemy process began, Mi Xiaojing seemed to transform into a different person, his face radiating confidence as he immersed himself in the process. Each addition of materials, each Magical Technique and Incantation cast, was done with exceptional precision and seriousness.
The ancient Spirit Pill he was refining this time was specifically chosen to match the materials. Some ancient pill recipes were impossible to complete due to missing ingredients, some of which were lost to time or not produced locally.
This Spirit Pill was also what Yong Ji and Yang Shan needed the most, a pill for those at the Golden Elixir Stage, which could be exchanged for a large number of Spirit Stones. In the world outside the Heart Sect, those who were wealthy and lived comfortably were mostly Cultivators at the Golden Elixir Stage, and the pills for this stage were scarce, often causing a frenzy as soon as one appeared.
In the Cultivation World, there weren't many Spirit Pills available for use by Cultivators at the Golden Elixir Stage. The most famous were three kinds: the Great Restoration Pill, the Heavenly Origin Pill, and the Seal Origin Pill.
All were based on ancient pill recipes, but whether it was the Great Restoration Pill, the Heavenly Origin Pill, or the Seal Origin Pill, significant modifications had been made to them over time.
These three pills were divided into two categories: those currently popular in the Cultivation World and those refined from ancient pill recipes or unearthed from relics. Each had its own characteristics and advantages. Whether it was the current popular pills or the ancient Spirit Pills, both were rarely seen in the market. Having one or two in circulation would attract the attention and competition of Cultivators at the Golden Elixir Stage.
The ancient Restoration Pill that Mi Xiaojing was refining was the Great Restoration Pill from ancient times.
More accurately, it should be called the Ancient Restoration Golden Elixir, a recipe recorded in the Ancient Tribulation Pill Scripture. After Mi Xiaojing's careful consideration and refinement, coupled with Wang Weijun's suggestions, it was determined to be the pill recipe Mi Xiaojing was most confident in successfully creating.
Originally, Mi Xiaojing planned to refine this Spirit Pill after advancing to the Golden Elixir Stage himself, but he started early due to the needs of Yong Ji and Yang Shan.
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Since the materials were provided by Yong Ji and Yang Shan, he was happy to practice his skills. Whether successful or not, it was an excellent exercise.
Mi Xiaojing said, "I don't know if I can succeed, um, if I do, don't get too excited, and if I fail, don't be too disappointed."
Yong Ji said solemnly, "I believe in you. Even if it fails, it's not a big deal. I'll find more materials!"
Yang Shan was very nervous and didn't speak, just nodded. He knew that if Mi Xiaojing succeeded even once, his own cultivation level could soar dramatically.
In the Cultivation World, Spirit Pills were scarce. Many of the main Spirit Pills for the Golden Elixir Stage were also used by Cultivators at the Elemental Infant stage. The Heavenly Origin Pill and the Seal Origin Pill were the same, usable by Elemental Infant stage experts, though not as effective as when consumed by Golden Elixir Stage Cultivators. However, in the absence of better Spirit Pills, they were still a good choice.
The ancient Restoration Pill that Mi Xiaojing was refining was the same.
Thousand Poisons Qian watched with interest, eager to see if Mi Xiaojing could refine a Spirit Pill for the Golden Elixir Stage. This was cross-stage alchemy, and he was unaware that Mi Xiaojing could not only refine Spirit Pills for the Golden Elixir Stage but had also refined many for the Elemental Infant stage.
Mi Xiaojing had used many Pill Cauldrons, but the Kui Dragon Cauldron was truly a treasure. He found it extremely handy, and as he deepened his understanding of the Kui Dragon Cauldron, he felt that alchemy had become easier than before, especially with the stable and controllable Golden Flames, giving him greater confidence.
Previously, in the grand hall of the Heart Sect, Mi Xiaojing had used the Kui Dragon Cauldron to frantically refine pills. Although they were mostly low-level Spirit Pills, he had gained a deep understanding of the Kui Dragon Cauldron. This time, he was drawing on that experience.
Everyone was curious, so they kept their eyes on Mi Xiaojing.
Driven by Mi Xiaojing's Magical Techniques, the Kui Dragon Cauldron spun like a top, casting circular shadows. The materials flowed into the furnace like water, and gradually, the Kui Dragon Cauldron emitted a faint Red Radiance.
During the process, Mi Xiaojing occasionally added Spirit Stones to the furnace to replenish the consumption of the Golden Flames.
A series of Magical Techniques accompanied by Incantations were cast, and the Kui Dragon Cauldron roared with flames, radiating Red Radiance and streaks of Treasure Light. Without any Formation to block it, the mere roof of the house couldn't hide such radiance. Any experienced expert could immediately tell that alchemy was taking place.
After a short while, Thousand Poisons Qian stood up and said, "Someone's coming!" He turned and left the room.
Yong Ji and Yang Shan exchanged glances and followed out, stopping Luo Bo from coming along. The little guy's cultivation level wasn't high, and they didn't want him to get involved.
Luo Bo was also worried about leaving Mi Xiaojing alone. He felt that since everyone else had gone out, he had to stay and guard.
Thousand Poisons Qian hovered above the roof where Mi Xiaojing was refining pills, while Yong Ji and Yang Shan stood not far away, their ability to fly restricted by a prohibition. They could only watch Thousand Poisons Qian intently.
A figure sneaked along the lake, but when he saw Thousand Poisons Qian, he was already within two hundred meters. Recognizing Thousand Poisons Qian, he didn't hesitate to turn and run. Thousand Poisons Qian said sternly, "Stay where you are!"
With a slap, he knocked the person over and onto the ground.
"Stay there, don't move!"