Chapter 301: Witch of the Cao Clan

Chapter 301: Witch of the Cao Clan

Upon entering the hall, the soft light poured down and when the light shone on his body, he became aware of the various gazes with different meanings that were cast towards him.

Lifting his gaze lightly, he scanned the hall and noticed many figures sitting in the seats around the hall. Most of their auras were not weak, apparently coming from some powerful forces or clans.

As for Ye Zhong, he paid no attention to the various stares from all sides. This time, he was just a spectator.

"I have inquired about the participants this time. They will not exceed thirty people, but they are the strongest group of high-grade seventh-tier alchemists, including some who are at the pinnacle of the seventh tier." Ye Zhong said.

The soul realm of the eighth-tier alchemists had already entered the Spirit Realm, so they would not participate in this selection process. The initial posting of this chapter occurred via Ñøv€l-B!n.

Even in the grandest gathering of alchemists on the entire continent - the Pill Gathering, there were only a few eighth-tier alchemists.

In fact, seventh-tier alchemists were already very rare. If it weren't for the considerable attraction of the Core Soul Marrow this time, there might not be so many high-grade seventh-tier alchemists coming here.

"Except for our Ye Clan, the other four great clans have sent people to participate. Up ahead are the seats of the other four great clans: Dan, Cao, Bai, Qiu..." Ye Zhong whispered as he led Xiao Ming towards a seat.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Ming's gaze followed and indeed saw four seats in front of the hall, each with an old man and several young people.

Among them, the most eye-catching was a graceful young girl.

The young girl possessed a seductive and alluring figure, accentuated by her curvaceous body which was adorned with a red dress featuring white accents. Her shoulders were tantalizingly exposed, and her skin was as white as snow. Her long red hair cascaded down her back in perfect waves, with a golden ornament nestled within it, adding an air of regality to her appearance. Her narrow and slightly lazy eyes were a mesmerizing shade of red, seeming to pierce through one's soul.

Despite her cold and arrogant demeanor, her seductive and alluring aura was hard to resist. In the hall, many young people couldn't help but sneak glances at her, mesmerized by her charm.

"That girl is Cao Ying. She was born with powerful spiritual strength. When she was born, she showed a shocking soul power that almost killed her mother with the spreading force. Among the five great clans, her talent is the most outstanding. At the age of seven, she officially became an alchemist. Three years ago, at the age of fifteen, she was selected by the Pill Tower and became a core disciple. According to reason, she should be in seclusion in the Pill Tower, but I don't know why she appeared here," said Ye Zhong, with some doubts towards the end.

Perhaps sensing Xiao Ming's gaze, Cao Ying turned her head. When she saw the badge on Xiao Ming's chest, a faint arc slowly appeared at the corner of her slender lips.

An energetic old man with white hair walked out slowly as the square appeared. He stopped in the center of the square, swept his gaze slowly across the field, and smiled as he said, "The time has come. I won't say much. I'll be in charge of this selection. Does anyone have any objections?"

Cao Ying was the only one who chuckled and replied to the white-haired old man's question. "Hehe, Elder Qiu, with your status and position in the Pill Tower, who would dare to question you?"

Due to his status, many people present felt that he was too high above them. Only Cao Ying, who had been accepted as a core disciple of the Pill Tower, was more familiar with him.

"This old man's name is Qiu Ling. He is the Pill Tower's First Elder and his authority within the tower is second only to the three heads..." Ye Zhong whispered in Xiao Ming's ear.

Xiao Ming nodded slightly. When the white-haired old man appeared, he felt a subtle pressure from the depths of his soul. This pressure was undoubtedly from an eighth-tier Alchemist.

"You don't need to flatter me, little girl. These old bones of mine can't afford it..." The white-haired old man smiled slightly, then turned his gaze to the crowd and said, "It's about time. Let me explain the rules for this competition."

As soon as the white-haired old man finished speaking, the whispers in the hall quieted down.

"This competition is very simple. It's just a competition of alchemy, which will last for twenty days. Whoever can refine the highest grade and best quality pill within these twenty days will be the champion of this competition. As for the champion's reward, I won't say much. I believe you all already know."

"Then I announce that the competition officially begins. All participants, please come forward."

The crowd looked at each other and then with a loud bang, figures suddenly shot up from the square.

Among those figures, Xiao Ming stood out among the old men with white hair.

Upon reaching the square, everyone found a corner and sat cross-legged.

Thump! Thump! Thump!

The medicinal cauldrons suddenly appeared and fell heavily on the square, making a deep metallic sound that echoed in the sky.

As they watched the appearance of more than twenty medicinal cauldrons, the crowd gasped in amazement. It was not often that so many high-tier alchemists refined pills together!