Immortality Begins With The Alchemical Master Chapter 342: True Transmitter First, Ascend to the Celestial Palace Again! - Novel Cool

Chapter 342: True Transmitter First, Ascend to the Celestial Palace Again!

Chapter 342: True Transmitter First, Ascend to the Celestial Palace Again!

"The Great Pill Institute is the essence of our Qingdan Valley."

"Every cultivator within is an experienced elder alchemist, and there are three Third-Rank Alchemists presiding over it: Azure Pill, Cloudstriding, and Crimson Cauldron."

"The Elder who just wanted to recruit you as a guest alchemist for the Great Pill Institute is Crimson Cauldron Elder."

"Once you join the Great Pill Institute, the external battles and internal power struggles of the sect will no longer concern you. Your only task will be to dedicate your life to the Alchemy Path."

"Mass-produce pills for the sect to profit, research ancient alchemy formulas, and innovate to create new formulas."

"Of course, the benefits are also considerable. In terms of cultivation resources, you won’t have to worry. At the very least, you will receive at least one bottle of High-Grade Dragon Ascension Pill every month."

On the high platform of the Tao Family.

Tao Wan enthusiastically introduced the situation of the Qingdan Valley’s Great Pill Institute to Luo Chen.

From the Third-Rank Alchemists to the elderly First-Rank Alchemists, she explained everything in detail.

The corresponding rights and obligations were not hidden either.

After listening, Luo Chen frowned.

This Great Pill Institute seems not as good as he imagined!

In summary, how does it sound like a giant tool person, with no distinction?

Moreover, only one bottle of Dragon Ascension Pill per month?

Considering the vast number of alchemy formulas available for reference and research after entering the Great Pill Institute, perhaps these are not significant?

With those formulas, he could refine them himself, and this alone would be enough.

Luo Chen fell into deep thought.

No one dared to disturb him.

Since Luo Chen refined the Dustfall Pill and forcefully won the third match, several hours have passed.

Facing the invitation from the Crimson Cauldron Elder, Luo Chen claimed he needed to consider it.

The other party also knew it was too hasty, so he let him rest first.

At this moment, after listening to Tao Wan’s introduction, Luo Chen found it difficult to make a decision.

Joining the Great Pill Institute would provide him with numerous alchemy formulas for research, and there would be no significant issues with his cultivation.

However, the tool person attribute means he would often be forced to act against his will.

Moreover, he is well aware of his own talent, which requires a vast amount of resources.

If he cannot participate in external business, the Luo Tian Association he has supported would certainly be neglected, and he would lose a substantial source of income.

That was the foundation he had built with countless efforts.

"Most importantly, does this decision seem to be out of my hands?"

Luo Chen lifted his head and looked at the Celestial Palace hanging high in the sky.

A pair of cold, icy eyes had been watching him since the first alchemy competition.

In name, he, Luo Chen, belongs to the Heartless Immortal lineage of the Ice Castle!

Luo Chen glanced at Tao Wan, who could not hide her excitement, and slowly made his decision.

It’s better not to join the Great Pill Institute!

With Tao Wan, a Grand Disciple, he already has enough connections in Qingdan Valley.

Rather than being bound by the sect, he might as well be more free outside.

Moreover!

The sect disciples are not as glamorous as they appear on the surface.

Even though they claim not to lack resources, that's just talk.

You can see that among the thousands of Foundation Establishment cultivators in Qingdan Valley, there are hundreds of late-stage cultivators, let alone the dozen or so Golden Core Elders.

Such a large number of high-ranking cultivators requires a vast amount of resources.

Even if distributed according to rank and status, each person would receive very little.

This is evident from the fact that people like Tao Wan and Dan Yangzi have to personally fight for the Dao Seed positions to obtain more resources.

Even these direct descendants are not enough.

How much more so for an outsider like himself!

After making the decision, the heavy stone in Luo Chen’s heart was lifted.

Only now did he have the leisure to pay attention to the ongoing alchemy competition on the platform.

"Tao True Transmitter, I have won three matches. I wonder how high your ranking will be?"

Tao Wan thought for a moment and said uncertainly, "At least second place! As for whether I can be first, it depends on the result of the last match with Senior Apprentice Brother."

Winning three consecutive matches had a significant impact.

Originally ranked fourth, Tao Wan could now advance, easily reaching third or second, and even aspiring for first.

If Dan Yangzi could maintain a second-place finish in the third match of refining the Dustfall Pill, like before, there would be no such opportunity.

But now, it’s clear to everyone that Dan Yangzi’s alchemy process is not going well.

"Another failure!" Tao Wan whispered, her excitement barely contained.

Luo Chen pulled Tao Yisheng over and asked, "How many times has your Senior Apprentice Brother failed now?"

"Since you left the stage, this is the third time he has failed," Tao Yisheng said, both excited and somewhat disappointed.

His conflicted expression must have a reason.

Luo Chen didn’t bother to think deeply about it.

Watching Dan Yangzi struggle on the platform, he shook his head in regret.

He could see that Dan Yangzi’s understanding of the Dustfall Pill formula was not yet complete.

Some details were handled very roughly.

Most importantly, he was inexperienced!

From start to finish, he displayed an inexperienced refining state.

It was indeed so!

For the past half a month, Dan Yangzi had been suffering from the torment of continuous battles.

Every day, he had to face wave after wave of opponents, leaving him little time to meditate and recover, let alone ample time to research the two alchemy formulas.

Moreover, researching the formulas was just the first step.

The subsequent refining process required personal experimentation, refining the pills dozens of times to gain some insights.

All of this required time!

"I wonder what mistake our Master Brother made to be deprived of the Dao Seed position, not to mention being forbidden from using the Primordial True Fire in the second round."

Facing this question, Tao Yisheng didn't know how to respond.

Tao Wan said, "If I can achieve the True Transmission position, perhaps I can find out the truth."

Could she succeed?

There was a high chance!

As time passed into the late night, the second person to refine the Dustfall Pill appeared.

It was somewhat unexpected to everyone.

It wasn't Dan Yangzi, nor Xuan Yunzi, who had previously displayed his talent.

Instead, it was Fu Huai, the Fu Family's alchemist!

For the second round of the grand alchemy competition, he cleverly chose to focus on the most crucial third round, refining the second-rank pills.

With the full support of the Fu Family, this alchemy formula had been researched to perfection.

They had even succeeded in private trials.

Now, they had finally secured a good ranking for the Fu Family!

If they added the previous two rounds where they placed fourth, their overall ranking would likely be excellent.

At this moment, someone subconsciously glanced at Dan Yangzi.

He remained silent, still diligently refining the Dustfall Pill, appearing to be just a step away from success.

But this tiny step seemed like a vast chasm.

As the morning sun rose.

Xuan Yunzi became the third person to refine the Dustfall Pill.

Time slowly passed, and Huang Hezi and Ling Zhi Zi also succeeded one after another.

Thus, the top five winners were decided.

The remaining four gave up without further struggle.

With five wins and four losses, the last four were considered failures, unable to contribute to the promotion ranking.

The Great Pill Institute Elder, Chi Ding Shangren, walked up to Dan Yangzi.

"Why put yourself through such hardship?"

"With your exceptional talent, you could have achieved greatness in cultivation, alchemy, or even leading a sect, but you insist on wanting everything."

"The consequence is your current situation."

"In three rounds of competition, if you had made a choice and forfeited one round, you would have had a high chance of reaching the finals."

"Yet, you still wanted everything."

"Dan Yang, can you accept this failure?"

Dan Yangzi remained silent.

He continued to persist in refining the pills in the Liuzi Cauldron.

A hint of anger flashed across Chi Ding Shangren's face.

"You inherited your father's title, Dan Yang Shangren, and were meant to be the future of Dan Yang Peak, but you chose to engage in power struggles."

"Those things are not something we alchemists should pursue... Huh?"

As he spoke, a faint fragrance of pills wafted out.

Dan Yangzi spoke with a hoarse voice, "Elder, please determine the rank of the pill."

This time, Chi Ding remained silent.

...

Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, the Great Pill Institute Elder announced the rankings for the three rounds of the second round and then revealed the overall rankings.

First place, Dan Chenzi, undoubtedly! He dominated all three rounds, leaving no doubts in anyone's mind.

However, the second-place finisher surprised many.

It wasn't Xuan Yunzi, who had consistently placed third in all three rounds, nor Dan Yangzi, who placed second in two rounds and sixth in one.

It was Fu Huai, the Fu Family's alchemist! Many were astonished, while others felt it was well-deserved.

"I told you, the second round's second-rank pill refinement is the most crucial competition for determining the overall ranking!"

"He placed fourth in the first two rounds and second in the last, directly jumping to second place overall."

"The Fu Family made a wise decision!"

The moment the rankings were announced.

The nine Grand Disciples had varying emotions, and their expressions were captivating.

Tao Wan and Fu Li looked at each other and nodded in understanding.

He Yuanqing and Shangguan Yan, who were ranked second and third, grew increasingly sullen.

As expected.

With the subsequent rankings of the second round revealed, their worst fears became a reality.

Third place went to Xuan Yunzi, who had consistently placed in the top three.

Fourth place, Dan Yangzi.

Fifth place, Huang Hezi, who had one loss, one fifth place, and one fourth place.

After that, all were considered losers.

Their rankings among the Grand Disciples wouldn't change significantly.

With this, the top five rankings would undergo a significant shift due to the overall standings of the second round!

The next moment!

As Chi Ding Shangren waved his hand.

The nine high platforms rumbled.

Some rose, while others fell!

Amidst the tense gazes, Dan Yangzi, who had been in the top spot, slowly descended.

Taking his place was Tao Wan, who had once soared to the top!

At this moment, Tao Wan was in the lead!

Dan Yangzi was second.

He Yuanqing was third.

Fu Li was fourth.

Shangguan Yan was fifth!

With this result, Tao Wan naturally wore a pleased expression.

The others, however, were not in a good mood.

"He Yun, you've let me down!" He Yuanqing's face contorted with rage. He had hoped to enter the final round in the top spot, but now he was only third.

This means that he would have to fight at least three people to have a chance at claiming the Dao Seed position.

Fu Li's expression remained calm.

Fourth place, not a bad rank at all.

Although the chance of winning the Dao Seed was slim, it still showcased his family's value.

Moreover, it could also provide some assistance to his allies.

In comparison, Shangguan Yan, who was previously ranked third, had now dropped to fifth, and he must be feeling terrible!

He looked with interest in Shangguan Yan's direction.

The other party's face turned dark, and he said nothing.

But Huang Hezi's face was grim as he brushed his sleeves and left.

It was clear that the relationship between the two was not harmonious.

...

The second round ended, and there was a short break in between.

It wasn't for the Grand Disciples to rest, but for the Qingdan Valley Elders to set up the final Sword Dueling Platform.

At this moment, the nine arenas were slowly merging under the control of the Golden Core Elder's great power.

A sword dueling platform, nearly a thousand feet long and wide, gradually took shape.

At this time, the Grand Disciples all descended from the high platform and gathered together, discussing how to face the upcoming True Transmission Sword Duel.

Many of them had somber expressions, especially those in the middle ranks.

On the contrary, the last two didn't seem to mind.

They were still enthusiastically saying, "It's been a long time since we sparred with Senior Brother. Please go easy on me later!"

"Junior Brother, just a touch will do, how about it?"

"Great, great!"

Being able to claim the Grand Disciple position already proved their skills.

Next, they just needed to demonstrate their strength slightly.

Dao Seed?

It's not worth hoping for.

The Grand Disciple position is quite good; they can already obtain a portion of the resources.

Luo Chen and the Fu Family's alchemist stood together, discussing something in low voices, occasionally glancing at the others.

In his heart, however, he shook his head.

The Dao Seed Competition in Qingdan Valley was grand, but the intensity was far from sufficient.

There might be friction and rivalry among sect disciples, but there was still a bottom line.

In comparison, these loose cultivators who had struggled and fought their way up often didn't stop until one of them was dead.

The cruelty of their struggles was far more severe than this Sect Competition.

"Dan Chenzi, your alchemy skills truly make me bow in admiration! That Dustfall Pill, although I have the confidence to refine it, I still feel apprehensive. I never expected you to succeed on your first try."

Fu Huai's flattering voice sounded in his ear.

Luo Chen smiled slightly and waved his hand modestly.

Fu Huai continued, "After this, I'm afraid many will value you highly. Even becoming an Honored Guest of the Grand Patriarch won't be an overstatement!"

Three consecutive top rankings, crushing his peers.

Dan Chenzi's alchemy skills had already become famous in Qingdan Valley, and soon his reputation would spread throughout the Jade Cauldron Domain!

The enthusiastic invitations would likely follow right after the True Transmission Sword Duel ended.

Or perhaps, it had already begun even before the end of the duel.

"Shangguan Yan, what are you doing?"

Tao Wan stood in front of Luo Chen and Shangguan Yan, seemingly appearing out of nowhere.

Behind her were Luo Chen and Fu Huai, who had stopped their conversation.

Shangguan Yan let out a charming laugh, "What can I do? Master Dan Chenzi is so powerful, of course, I want to learn a thing or two about the Alchemy Path from him!"

"You're not welcome here!" Tao Wan said coldly.

Shangguan Yan's eyebrows furrowed, "You're only the first True Disciple now, not the Qingdan Dao Seed. How arrogant!"

Tao Wan showed her white teeth, "Yes, I'm not the Dao Seed yet. But as the fifth True Disciple, whether you can make it to my front during the sword duel is still unknown. Coming here early, are you trying to make up for your regrets?"

Shangguan Yan's face changed dramatically, and he clenched his teeth.

Looking at Tao Wan, he was so angry that his whole body trembled.

Then, he left, flicking his sleeves.

Watching his departing figure, Tao Wan's heart relaxed.

But as she looked around, she noticed that many Grand Disciples were occasionally glancing at Luo Chen.

This made her heart tighten!

Luo Chen's importance was no longer just as a simple external ally or helper.

With his alchemy prowess, he was qualified to become an Honored Guest of the Grand Patriarch.

The Tao Family couldn't keep him.

But if Tao Wan could become the Qingdan Dao Seed, she would be qualified to stay.

At the very least, she couldn't let him fall into the hands of these competitors!

Shangguan Yan's test was just the first.

How should she face the subsequent challenges, or rather, how should she keep Luo Chen?

Just as she was thinking about this, a disciple came to inform her that the arena was ready, and the True Transmission Sword Duel was about to begin.

The Grand Disciples all set off.

Luo Chen followed behind, ready to watch the third round of the True Transmission Sword Duel.

But as he took his first step, someone stopped him.

"Master Dan Chenzi, the Elder invites you."

"Which Elder?"

"The Elder from the Celestial Palace!"

Luo Chen's expression changed slightly. He knew that what was coming would eventually come.

But this time, returning to the Celestial Palace wouldn't be the same as before, when he was unknown.

Everyone would have to acknowledge him!

(End of Chapter)

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