The Extreme Alchemist of the Mighty Cauldron

Chapter 522: Zhou Yishui’s Opponent

Leaving the Pavilion of Hidden Books, Fang Lin returned to his dwelling, finding it difficult to calm his unsettled thoughts.

His recent experience left him baffled; the gleaming white skeleton undoubtedly held a profound secret.

However, Fang Lin was currently unable to learn any more about this matter. For now, he decided to put it aside and revisit it later.

His injuries were not serious. After taking some Pills, a night of meditation completely healed him.

Early the following morning, Fang Lin took out the Domination Pill. After carefully examining it for quite some time, he made sure his body was in peak condition.

Taking a deep breath, Fang Lin consumed the Domination Pill.

Once the pill was ingested, a potent energy surged within him. Fang Lin’s body tensed, and his brows furrowed, showing signs of distress.

True to its name, the Domination Pill was indeed overpoweringly potent.

With its rampantly domineering energy, the pill refined the martial artist’s flesh, promoting a fundamental enhancement. That is what the Domination Pill was known for.

Usually, this kind of pill would not be suitable for frail martial artists. Those who forcibly ingest it would not only fail to see any benefits but also risk damage to their physique due to the potency of the pill.

Only those martial artists who have experienced rigorous trials and have sufficiently robust bodies can withstand the Domination Pill’s strength, absorbing its medicinal properties to gain greater power.

Fang Lin’s body was already incredibly tough. He had soaked in the Hundred Flowers Spring in the Pill Pole Tower, consumed various potions to temper his physique, and baptized himself in the Dragon Blood Pool. Compared to his contemporaries, Fang Lin’s physique was many times stronger.

Even when compared to those martial artists who prioritize body refinement, Fang Lin’s physique stands out, even outperforming them slightly.

Although the medicinal properties of the Domination Pill were fierce, Fang Lin’s physique was formidable enough to withstand it fully.

Of course, the resultant pain was inherent. Fang Lin simply gritted his teeth and endured. It would pass eventually.

Visibly, a red glow emanated from Fang Lin’s body, as if he was enshrouded by a cloud of bloody mist.

At that moment, Fang Lin could distinctly feel the changes within his body. His flesh, bones, and blood were all undergoing a transformation.

This was a fundamental change, from the inside out, from superficial to deep—a full-fledged metamorphosis.

The process was naturally accompanied by pain. It felt as if Fang Lin’s body was being chipped away, one piece at a time, a sensation beyond description.

Typically, a body’s enhancement is accompanied by unbearable pain.

Consequently, most martial artists with strong physiques are mentally resilient.

In the blink of an eye, three days had passed, and the strength of the Domination Pill still persisted, consistently enhancing Fang Lin’s physique.

Outside, because of Fang Lin’s outstanding performance in the Alchemy Tao competition, his name had gained some reputation in Xuan City.

“Have you guys heard? The Pill Alliance of Xuan Country has produced another genius!”

“I think his name is Fang Lin, he comes from the Lower Three Kingdoms.”

“They say he attended the Crown Prince’s banquet for prodigies. That explains his extraordinary ability.”

“But apparently, this Fang Lin was expelled from the Crown Prince’s Palace during the grand occasion.”

“It seems he might have offended the Crown Prince.”

“A prodigy from the Lower Three Kingdoms maybe impressive, but if he angers the Crown Prince, his future is uncertain.”

“A simpleton like Fang Lin is nothing. The Crown Prince could squash him like a bug.”

“Exactly, compared to the Crown Prince, this Fang Lin is nothing. What’s the big deal about refining a few pills?”

“The Pill Alliance probably thinks highly of this Fang Lin.”

“So what? In Xuan City, anyone the Crown Prince dislikes won’t last long.”

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In the Prince’s Palace, Crown Prince Zhou Yishui, robed in white, sat elegantly and majestically on a tiger skin-covered rosewood chair.

“Your Highness, we have learned everything about Fang Lin,” an old servant appeared and bowed to Zhou Yishui.

“Speak,” Zhou Yishui glanced at the elderly servant.

The servant promptly declared, “He is from the Purple Mist Sect in the Qian Country, and is a disciple of Purple Mist Sect Master Han Luoyun. He is a renowned persona in the Lower Three Kingdoms, excelling in both Alchemy and Martial Arts. He won first place in the Pill Refiner Tournament of the Lower Three Kingdoms, has entered the Pill Pole Tower, and has successively defeated three prodigies in the Three Kingdoms’ Great Tournament.”

Zhou Yishui slightly furrowed his brows, “What’s his relationship with Dugu Nian?”

The servant hesitated for a moment, then spoke, “Dugu Nian once visited Qian Country for leisure, and accompanied a small sect called Ten-thousand Medicine Sect to the Purple Mist Sect for a competition. He was defeated by Fang Lin in the field of Alchemy Tao, thereafter Dugu Nian continued to stay in the Purple Mist Sect, maintaining a close relationship with Fang Lin.”

With the Prince’s Palace’s resources, naturally, everything Fang Lin did in the Qian Country could be easily discovered.

Snap!

The teapot and cup beside Zhou Yishui abruptly cracked. His face turned icy, and his eyes displayed a hint of chilling darkness.

“Prince, please calm down!” the elderly servant immediately cautioned.

Zhou Yishui took a deep breath, restoring his facial expression to composure.

“A man from the Lower Three Kingdoms has dared to venture into my Xuan Country,” Zhou Yishui sneered.

The elderly servant cautiously asked, “Would you like this servant to dispose of this Fang Lin?”

Zhou Yishui replied, “No need, he is currently in the Pill Alliance, and you won’t have any opportunities to act. Besides, I am quite interested in him. Let him remain for now.”

“Yes, sir!” the elderly servant responded.

Zhou Yishui fell silent for a moment, then asked, “What about the others, how are they doing?”

The old servant answered, “Dugu Ruoxu is still in seclusion, but we’ve received news from inside the Dugu Family that he has received the true teachings from Ancestor Dugu, greatly improving his abilities. The Undefeatable Naughty Man of the Five Elements Sect has entered the Five Elements Cave Heaven, with the Sect Hierarch personally protecting him. Chi Yunxiao from the Shenxiao Sect is still missing. Mei Yingxue from Heavenly Fragrance Valley has returned from the Snow Mountain’s summit, making considerable progress in her strength, while the rest are in seclusion.”

If anyone else had been present to hear these names, they would invariably be awe-struck.

Every name mentioned here referred to a top-tier prodigy of Xuan Country with wide-ranging fame.

Prince Zhou Yishui was universally regarded as the number one young prodigy of Xuan Country, while people like Dugu Ruoxu and the Undefeatable Naughty Man were among the rare few who were able to contend against him.

These were also the powerful opponents Zhou Yishui took seriously. Regardless of his unbeatable confidence and overwhelming strength, when facing opponents like Dugu Ruoxu and the Undefeatable Naughty Man, he had to be incredibly cautious.

“Even if their strength has increased, I remain unafraid. Tell the Dugu Family to step up their operation, I don’t want this matter to drag on for too long,” Zhou Yishui spoke.

“Yes, sir!” the old servant’s eyes flashed as he withdrew.

Once the old servant left, Zhou Yishui looked at the shattered tea set on the table.

“It seems that the Crown Prince is holding particular concerns about Dugu Nian.” At that moment, an enchantingly beautiful woman stepped out from behind the screen, her voice flirtatiously captivating.