At the same time.
In the courtyard of the Fang Family.
The moon is clear, and the stars are sparse.
Under the cover of darkness, the Fang Family’s residence is brightly lit.
But no one is asleep.
They all knew that Mr. Fang was doing something particularly significant in the backyard.
Hum.
Buzzing—
The occasional humming sound was profoundly startling.
It was the sound produced by the spinning of a ten-foot-tall furnace tripod in the air.
Upon witnessing this scene, the elders were beyond surprised.
"I didn’t expect the Dragon Emperor’s alchemy skills to not only not regress but actually improve significantly."
"This purple aura is indeed a marvelous flame for alchemy."
"Indeed, it is... I’ve never seen such a flame before. It’s truly wonderful!"
"Perhaps the Dragon Emperor has comprehended a new cultivation method... After all, the Dragon Emperor once traversed the Secret Realm. He said he spent what felt like a hundred years in the Secret Realm, while only one year passed in the outside world. Such a miraculous wheel of time is truly astonishing."
"It’s indeed a fortunate encounter, although some who went there aged instantly. They entered and exited merely moments apart, spanned by only a few breaths. That kind of entrance loses its meaning."
The crowd continuously shook their heads in discussion.
These individuals were all top-notch experts.
Even though they currently lack cultivation, their knowledge and experience remained indisputable.
Hearing these words, the younger members of the Fang Family were greatly impressed.
Boom—
A loud bang was heard.
Everyone involuntarily looked over.
They saw that the furnace tripod had landed on the ground, making a noise.
"It’s done!" Fang Yu said.
"Done?"
The surrounding elders crowded around.
Fang Yu spoke indifferently: "Don’t come over yet, the potency of the medicine is still present, the Isolation Array has isolated the alchemy process, so there’s no Dan Thunder, no celestial phenomena. There’s no need to worry."
Hearing this.
The elders were even more full of praise.
This was a tactic commonly used by the Dragon Emperor.
In this age, only the Dragon Emperor could use it. After all, there are few who master both arrays and alchemy... and even fewer who have cultivated both to the Grandmaster Level—only he alone.
The elders retreated one by one.
They watched the furnace tripod cautiously.
Fang Yu gave a slight smile and lifted one palm.
"Open!"
Bang.
The lid was blown off by the Gang Qi.
Everyone stared wide-eyed.
Inside the furnace tripod, a flash of blood-red color passed by.
Light radiated in all directions.
Fang Yu raised his hand.
The surrounding air seemed to ripple and spread outwards.
"The array has dissipated. The Ninth Grade Blood Coagulation Pill is successfully refined!"
Everyone crowded around.
None maintained the demeanor of a master.
"Don’t push!"
"Damn, I said don’t push!"
"You old immortals, did you forget that you are of Supreme Heavenly Rank upon seeing the Ninth Grade Blood Coagulation Pill?"
"I’ll push, I have no shame, I just want one pill, those of you who want to maintain dignity, stay back!"
"..."
Seeing these playful old children couldn’t help but make one smile involuntarily.
The Elixir Pills from the furnace tripod were taken out.
Placed on the table.
Uniform and tidy.
"This time is not bad, a total of fifty-two Ninth Grade Blood Coagulation Pills were crafted... These are useless for those with intact Dantians. Therefore, those with healthy Dantians need not be envious."
The elders showed excitement.
Fang Yu continued: "Eight Grade Soul Refining Pills, ten of them, superb Elixir Pills for boosting energy and concentration. Let’s give these to Ye Wenjun, Xu Sisi, and Shangguan Linghui..."
The Fang Family disciples looked disappointed.
"Don’t be disappointed, these pills are more suitable for women. They have the effect of preserving youth."
Everyone’s faces looked better upon hearing this.
Fang Yu added: "There are still thirty-two Seventh Grade Qi Condensing Pills left, which can greatly enhance Inner Essence. Fang Family disciples, decide amongst yourselves by drawing lots."
The Fang Family disciples cheered.
Even Gu Zhenxiong and Gu Yanghong looked embarrassed.
To think that I, a mighty Circulation Heaven Position expert, have to draw lots with those low-rank Cultivators for Qi Condensing Pills, how humiliating!
...
Just then.
A clatter came from the rooftop.
It was the sound of footsteps on the cement of the rooftop.
"Who?" Fang Yu abruptly looked up.
A shadow swept across the rooftop.
Following that, the shadow stood on the rooftop and exclaimed in surprise, "It’s actually Ninth Grade Blood Coagulation Pills!?"
Hearing this familiar voice.
One of the elders in the backyard suddenly looked up and said, "It’s the infamous thief, Li San!"
Li San?
Fang Yu didn’t recognize the person, nor was there any recollection of him in the Dragon Emperor’s memories.
"Who is this person?" Fang Yu asked.
"He’s the newly appointed Divine Hall Master of the Dark Temple, Li San. He excels in theft!" the elder replied.
On the rooftop.
Li San removed his mask and said sternly, "I was wondering if there was a master here, but turns out it is just an Array! And... Mr. Fang, what do you think the Empress would feel if she knew you are saving these old men?"
Fang Yu smiled and asked, "What should she think?"
"You know very well, why pretend to be ignorant with me? Wise people don’t talk nonsense. Mr. Fang, just wait for the Empress’s punishment!"
Li San smiled, adding, "Tsk tsk tsk, I really didn’t expect, not only are you a Saint Rank Doctor, but also a Grandmaster Level Alchemist... haha, no wonder Her Majesty can’t stop thinking about you, even willing to spare these old men!"
Fang Yu looked at Li San on the rooftop and said, "Do you think you can still leave after coming here?"
"Hehe..."
Li San arrogantly said with his hands behind his back, "Since I dared to come out, I am confident I can leave! In this world, there are few who can catch me."
Hearing this.
Gu Zhenxiong quietly reminded, "Mr. Fang, I’ve heard of this person, his movements and speed are extremely fast, almost like a shadow or the wind. He is incredibly good at escaping. Moreover, he’s also a Supreme Heavenly Rank expert, we might not be able to hold him."
Upon hearing this.
Fang Yu chuckled and said, "How do we know without trying?"
"Sir, this..."
"Don’t forget... how the Dark Temple’s Divine Hall Master Lou Shan died!" Fang Yu sneered.
Everyone was taken aback.
The elders too showed surprise on their faces.
"Could it be that Divine Hall Master Lou Shan from the Dark Temple was really killed by Mr. Fang?"
Another person also exclaimed in surprise, "I thought there was a master assisting Mr. Fang... I didn’t expect Mr. Fang’s strength and cultivation to be so high!"
Just as everyone was surprised—
Fang Yu stomped his foot.
His entire body flung open his arms, like an eagle, soaring towards the rooftop.
"So fast!"
Seeing this scene, the current Divine Hall Master of the Dark Temple, Li San, was taken aback and said, "Is this Circulation Heaven Position?"
Yet, the speed did not seem like it at all.
Li San sneered and said, "If you dare, follow me! I’ll let you know what speed is! In this world, there’s no one born yet who can catch up with me!"
Finishing his words, he stretched his arms, leaped from the rooftop, and sprinted briskly into the distance, stepping lightly on the breeze and the branches.
"Want to escape? Let’s see if I agree!" Fang Yu shouted fiercely, pursuing him.