Near Qingshan Town, on the edge of the Monster Mountain Range, somewhere in the dense forest, a handsome young man, as handsome as a demon, soaked in a small lake.
Choosing a location was quick, as the only places considered "feng shui treasures" were those frequented by rank-6 monsters. With a little effort, Liu Yu found a lake, artificially heated it, and began enjoying a hot spring. It must be said, this strange fire can not only boil water, but also barbecue, and even burn people. It's truly a must-have for any trip! (Qinglian Earth Core Fire: ...)
I remember there seems to be a "treasure" in this area! Cliffs, white orchid fruit, rock snakes, crooked-necked trees—tsk!
Liu Yu was just thinking about it; he didn't bother to go treasure hunting. The only thing in that cave that piqued Liu Yu's interest was the fragmented map of the Demon Fire. However, collecting such items was too troublesome, so he decided to let Xiao Yanzi collect them slowly. When Xiao Yanzi finally obtained the Pure Lotus Demon Fire, he would have him give him a trace of the Source Energy, and he could cultivate it himself with the Source Energy!
Actually, the purpose of this fragmented map of the demonic fire wasn't to find the Pure Lotus Demonic Fire. After all, the phenomena of the demonic fire's emergence were visible to almost everyone in Zhongzhou. Instead, it was to subdue the Pure Lotus Demonic Fire! After all, this fragment contained a remnant of the Pure Lotus Demon Saint's soul!
"After watching for so long, it should have emerged!"
Liu Yu was speechless. He had long spotted the creature hiding in the shadows, but he'd ignored it because it was so weak and pitiful. A glance or two was acceptable, but if you hid there and peeped, that wouldn't do!
The person behind the massive rock, sensing his words, didn't move. Liu Yu extended a finger, and a cyan flame instantly erupted. In a moment, it transformed into a ferocious, several-meter-long cyan-blue python, stealthily flying towards the rock. Liu Yu meticulously blocked his ears with his Dou Qi...
"Ah!"
With a terrifying scream, a woman in a pale white dress hurried out from behind the rock, her face etched with fear.
Liu Yu chuckled. If he hadn't realized the person hiding behind the rock was a woman, he'd have been more than just a scare.
Then, Liu Yu began to examine the "peeping tom." She wore a pale white dress, her waist, barely slender enough to be held in one hand, bound by a green sash. Her appearance wasn't stunning, but she was a rare beauty. Even with a look of fear, she couldn't conceal a fresh, ethereal aura. This unique quality instantly heightened her allure!
This aura, Little Medical Fairy? Liu Yu was somewhat bewildered. Family, who could possibly understand? Little Medical Fairy was actually a "peeping tom"! (Little Medical Fairy: ...)
"There... there's a flying snake!" After recovering from her shock, Little Medical Fairy called out to Liu Yu in the lake.
But just then, the several-meter-long blue-green python flew back to Liu Yu's side, transforming into a ball of flame and merging into his body.
Seeing this, Little Medical Fairy froze, biting her lip, looking incredibly pitiful.
"You spied on me, I scared you. We're even! Also, I need to get dressed!"
Hearing Liu Yu's words, Xiao Yixian, who was about to argue, blushed slightly and turned around. Who knew there was someone in this lake? She'd been searching for medicinal herbs and stumbled upon this place, only to see...
Liu Yu shook his head and vanished from the lake in an instant, reappearing behind Xiao Yixian, already dressed in a gorgeous white robe.
Seeing no movement behind her, Xiao Yixian finally gave in to her curiosity and turned back. She was met with a breathtakingly beautiful face up close. A straight nose, lips as rosy as rose petals, and those pure, alluring red eyes, like a whirlpool, captivating!
"Have you seen enough?" Liu Yu observed Xiao Yixian in this state, his eyes intrigued. Xiao Yixian? A little nympho?
"Who's looking at you!" Blushing, Xiao Yixian quickly took a few steps back.
"What are you, a girl, doing here in this deep forest? Just to peek at people?" Liu Yu asked.
"You! Who was peeping? I came here looking for herbs. Who knew you were bathing here?" Xiao Yixian was a little angry. How could this guy, so handsome, be so mean?
"Oh? Really?"
Liu Yu's look of disbelief made Xiao Yixian want to take out the powder from her small bag and sprinkle it on his face!
Looking at Xiao Yixian, who was like a punching bag, Liu Yu felt a little pity. Born with a body of evil and poison, it could be said that his fate was difficult. Well, just be a good person for once.
Xiao Yixian felt Liu Yu's "direct" gaze, and a trace of shame surged in her heart. She asked with a little hesitation, "Why are you looking at me?" "
Look at you, you're pitiful," Liu Yu added in his heart, and then took out a notebook from his ring. This was the "Alchemy Manual" that Liu Yu had recently compiled while studying with the Serpent People. In fact, it was based on the alchemy techniques given by the system and some of his own insights.
The "Alchemy Manual" is currently divided into two parts. The first covers alchemy techniques for grades one through five, but excludes elixir recipes. The second covers alchemy techniques for grades six and seven.
This "Alchemy Manual" is Liu Yu's secret weapon for attracting alchemists to willingly become alchemists for the Serpent People! The Serpent People have already hand-printed numerous copies, and Liu Yu holds two: one handwritten and one copied by someone else.
"Our meeting is fate. This handwritten notebook is for you!" Liu Yu tossed the notebook to Xiao Yixian. As a physician, Xiao Yixian dreams of becoming an alchemist, so he's fulfilling her dream. Furthermore, the knowledge of medicinal herbs contained in his "Alchemy Manual" will be very helpful to her.
After a moment's thought, a ball of green flame suddenly erupted from Liu Yu's hand. Under Liu Yu's control, it plunged directly into Xiao Yixian's body, causing her to exclaim in surprise.
Ignoring the bewildered Xiao Yixian clutching the notepad, Liu Yu's Dou Qi transformed into wings, transforming into a streak of blood-red light and vanishing into the sky, leaving behind a stunned Xiao Yixian... A
pitch-black night sky descended upon the Holy City of Jiama.
After days of travel, Liu Yu finally reached the imperial capital. Without stopping, he planned to head directly to the palace to find Jia Xingtian. Once he "dealt" with Jia Xingtian, the rest would be easy. As he
neared the palace, Liu Yu released his aura. Soon, a white-haired elder in a simple linen robe, his complexion vibrant, silently appeared before Liu Yu. Upon seeing Liu Yu's face, the robed elder was surprised. "Elder Liu!"
"Elder Jia, it seems you've successfully broken through to the Dou Zong realm. Congratulations!" Liu Yu smiled, watching Jia Xingtian step into the void.
"Haha, that's all thanks to Elder Liu's Breakthrough Pill! Otherwise, in a few years, I'd be nothing but dust..." Jia Xingtian sighed. He had finally reached a realm he hadn't reached in years. He was still very grateful to Liu Yu!
"Master Jia has been at the peak of Dou Huang for many years. Even without the Breaking Sect Pill, I'm sure he will eventually break through to Dou Zong!" After a few pleasantries, Liu Yu changed his tone, "I came here uninvited this time because I have something I want to discuss with Master Jia!"
"What are you saying, Elder Liu? As long as it's within my capabilities, I, Jia Xingtian, will never refuse Elder Liu's request!"
Jia Xingtian also promised. Regarding Liu Yu, Jia Xingtian held the attitude that he must be friendly and must not offend him. After all, a young sixth-grade alchemist who can easily refine any sixth-grade elixir also possesses strength comparable to that of a peak Douhuang—what kind of concept is that?! Not to mention, in addition to these inherent strengths, he is also the Supreme Elder of the Mitel Family and the Alchemist Guild!
"With Elder Jia's words, I feel relieved!" Liu Yu was not overly surprised by Jia Xingtian's words. This is what a normal person in power of a major power would do!
...
In a quiet courtyard deep in the palace, Jia Xingtian personally brewed tea and then poured it for Liu Yu.
"Elder Liu, this tea is called Yuyang Tea. It's been my collection for many years. It melts when it comes into contact with boiling water, then releases energy to cool you down. It tastes like tea, but it's not quite tea itself, and it has the miraculous effect of warming the body. It's truly mystical!" After pouring the tea, Jia Xingtian explained to Liu Yu.
Gazing at the lingering aroma from the jade cup, Liu Yu gently picked it up and took a sip. The first sensation was sweetness, followed by a warm sensation. It was truly good! Looking at Jia Xingtian, who was looking at him expectantly, Liu Yu replied, "Good tea!"
"Haha, as long as Elder Liu likes it!" Jia Xingtian laughed, then a delicate jar-shaped box appeared out of thin air in his hand and he handed it to Liu Yu. "Elder Liu, since you like it, this box of tea is for you!"
"I accept this gift from Elder Jia!" Liu Yu didn't hesitate and placed the box directly into his ring. Firstly, the tea was indeed good, and secondly, accepting gifts is sometimes a matter of social etiquette.
Sipping his tea, Liu Yu got to the point...
and as he unfolded the topic, even Jia Xingtian, with his masterful cultivation skills, was met with a look of disbelief! Elder Liu was a Serpent Man?!
Liu Yu naturally noticed Jia Xingtian's expression, but that was normal. Who could have guessed he was a Serpent Man?
Although shocked, Jia Xingtian listened attentively to Liu Yu's account of the Serpent Man migration.
Based on Liu Yu's account, Jia Xingtian concluded two things: the Serpent Man had allied with the Gama Empire, and the Serpent Man had migrated from the Tagor Desert to the depths of the Monster Mountains.
Seeing Jia Xingtian pondering, Liu Yu quietly sipped his tea. He was confident that Jia Xingtian would not refuse, as this would only benefit the imperial family! Not only would he gain the friendship of the Serpent Man, but he would also gain his own friendship!
The so-called negative impact was simply the resistance of some lower-class people who found it difficult to accept, and the resistance of certain forces that profited from the female Serpent Man. Perhaps this would affect the interests of certain individuals in the shadows, but would it matter to those in power? This was especially true for Jia Xingtian, who had now achieved Dou Zong status!
"My Jiama Imperial Family will be the eternal friends of the Serpent People!" Jia Xingtian took a deep breath, his expression serious, and said to Liu Yu.
"Haha, Master Jia will definitely not regret today's decision!" Liu Yu laughed.
Afterwards, Liu Yu and Jia Xingtian discussed matters related to the Serpent People's migration, such as the exchange between the Jiama Empire and the Serpent People, starting in the imperial capital and then gradually spreading to the surrounding areas...
After discussing the relevant matters, Liu Yu left first, and Jia Xingtian stared at the jade cup in his hand, speechless for a long time...
When dawn arrives, it also means a new beginning!
After leaving the palace last night, Liu Yu went to the Mitel Family and the Alchemist Guild respectively, informing Mitel Tengshan and Fa Ma of the Serpent People's migration. Although they were surprised by Liu Yu's identity, they also stated that Liu Yu could use the resources of the Mitel Family and the Alchemist Guild at will!
Thus, the two major factions began to mobilize in full force, deploying vast numbers of personnel deep into the Warcraft Mountains. The imperial court also secretly dispatched personnel to assist the Miter family and the Alchemist Guild.
Simultaneously, the imperial court announced the alliance between the Gama Empire and the Serpent People. Public opinion was in an uproar, with a multitude of voices emerging. However, in this world of the survival of the fittest, the weak have no choice! Some of these voices were quickly suppressed by the imperial court.
The patriarchs of the Nalan and Mu families in the imperial capital went directly to the palace to inquire about the Gama Empire's alliance with the Serpent People. The emperor explained that it was the will of his ancestors, and that he was merely responsible for its implementation. This left Nalan Jie and Mu Chen feeling uneasy. How could they possibly predict the thoughts of a Dou Zong master?
Frustrated, the two men returned to the Miter family. After all, the Miter family had been making quite a fuss recently, especially since the imperial court announced the alliance with the Serpent People. Perhaps there was a connection between the two.
After arriving at the Mitel Clan, the two directly questioned Mitel Tengshan about the matter. Mitel Tengshan, without hiding anything, briefly explained the situation to them. This caused Nalan Jie and Mu Chen to exclaim, "Blessings are not shared equally!" and strongly demanded to join!
Although they were surprised by Elder Liu's identity, what was the point? The title of a sixth-grade alchemist alone was enough to mobilize their forces to aid Elder Liu, not to mention that Elder Liu now had many identities, each one of them extraordinary!
Mitel Tengshan gladly accepted, and casually reminded them, "The Warcraft Mountain Range is currently lacking a strong leader. Elder Liu is in the Warcraft Mountain Range."
Nalan Jie instantly understood Mitel Tengshan's intention, but Mu Chen was slow to react.
...
Time slipped by, and before they knew it, over two months had already passed.
During these two months, Liu Yu first gave the fifth-tier monsters of the Monster Mountain Range a lesson in "love," urging them to manage the monsters below. Then, after Nalan Jie and Mu Chen arrived, he returned to the Serpent People and sent Xiao Zi to take charge. He also recruited all the fifth-tier monsters under his command. The combined fifth-tier monsters under the command of the deceased sixth-tier monsters amounted to a considerable force!
Meanwhile, a large number of flying monsters arrived and landed in the Serpent People's territory. Under the guidance of their respective leaders, the Serpent People methodically climbed onto the backs of the flying monsters.
Five figures silently observed the entire scene from above. Four of them, without Dou Qi transforming into wings, stood on the void!
Clearly, the four elders of the Serpent People had successfully broken through to the Dou Zong realm! After all, all four elders had spent considerable time at the peak Dou Huang realm, arguably reaching the half-step Dou Zong realm, just one step away from Dou Zong! With the Po Zong Dan Liu Yu had given them, their breakthrough was a natural progression.
(End of Chapter)