The Extreme Alchemist of the Mighty Cauldron-Chapter 782 - : The Selection Begins

Chapter 782 -782: The Selection Begins

Dugu Nian decided to stay in North Town Hall to improve her Alchemy Tao skills.

As for Dugu Nian’s decision, Fang Lin didn’t have much to say. Since she made this choice, she must have her own considerations.

Immediately, Fang Lin took Dugu Nian to meet the Hall Master of North Town Hall.

Certainly, there was no issue with the Hall Master of North Town Hall and Dugu Nian became a disciple of North Town Hall smoothly.

In this way, Dugu Nian could legitimately appear in North Town Hall.

In the blink of an eye, three days passed.

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The selection for the sole disciple began today, it was a day that every Pill Refiner in North Town Hall had been looking forward to. Early in the morning, many figures had already gathered in the Trial Palace.

“It’s hard to predict who will stand out this time.”

“Yes, before this, Ling Zhongtian might have been the top contender but now, nobody’s sure about his recovery from his injuries.”

“Even if he’s healed, it will likely impact this competition.”

“The others are all strong too, especially Fang Lin. Unto his twenties and he’s already a Four-Cauldron Pill Refiner.”

“A Four-Cauldron Pill Refiner under twenty, that’s quite terrifying.”

“Indeed a genius among geniuses, no wonder he was accepted as a registered disciple by the Hall Master.”

“I heard Mo Yun has made significant progress in Alchemy Tao during this period due to his previous loss to Ling Zhongtian.”

“Exactly, Mo Yun may have lost once, but we shouldn’t take him lightly.”

“I fancy Shen Xue Jian’s chances, she possesses the distinct Soul Commanding Pill Fire, that’s a significant advantage.”

“Zhu Yuntao is not weak either, he knows quite a few Ancient Alchemy Skills.”

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The trial hadn’t even started yet, the bustling crowd were already exchanging speculations on who was the potentially strongest registered disciple.

Fang Lin was also mentioned numerous times, but few people thought he would be the victor as the other registered disciples were all formidable. Fang Lin was certainly impressive, but to surpass Ling Zhongtian and the others was a colossal task.

In the center of the great hall stood five identical Pill Furnaces, all crafted from black gold, considered upper tier amongst the pill furnaces.

Each Pill Furnace had been meticulously inspected to ensure no problems would arise during the pill refining process.

After an hour, Mo Yun was the first to arrive, accompanied by several ordinary Pill Refiners supporting him.

Mo Yun’s face was stern, resolute, and filled with confidence, as he stepped into the great hall under everyone’s gaze.

“Go Mo Yun, you must be victorious!”

“We’re all on your side!”

“Show these Alchemy Tao families that we ordinary Pill Refiners can outperform them!”

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Mo Yun’s arrival stirred up numerous cheers within the hall. High-born Pill Refiners from well known families watched on silently.

Following Mo Yun, Shen Xue Jian also arrived. She appeared tranquil and indifferent, as if not regarding the outcome of this trial too seriously.

However, everybody present knew that Shen Xue Jian had a great chance to outperform others. After all, Shen Xue Jian had a major advantage in Soul Commanding Pill Fire. If used properly, she would be one step ahead of others.

“Mo Yun, we’ve been in North Town Hall for so long, I never had the chance to compete with you.” Shen Xue Jian looked at Mo Yun with a faint smile.

“So what?” Mo replied coldly.

Shen Xue Jian responded with a soft smile, “Do you know why I’ve never wanted to compete with you in Alchemy Tao?”

“Why?” Mo Yun asked.

“Because I don’t think it’s worth competing with you.” laughed Shen Xue Jian, arousing a glare from Mo Yun and the other Pill Refiners with humble backgrounds.

Mo Yun snorted: “Your arrogance will be your downfall.”

“Haha, only you will fail.” Shen Xue Jian chuckled.

At this time, Zhu Yuntao arrived with a crowd of Pill Refiners. He was well-received and the cheering was just as enthusiastic as it was for Shen Xue Jian.

As it happens, the Zhu Family is also an Alchemy Tao family, famous for their Ancient Alchemy Skills. They possess several powerful alchemy techniques. Even with Zhu Yuntao only mastering one of them, it’s enough to sweep many competitors aside.

“Ling Zhongtian has arrived!”

“Looking at his appearance, it seems he has healed.”

“I wonder if he’s really healed up or just putting on a brave face.”

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Ling Zhongtian arrived, accompanied by his father, Ling Changhe, and the Ling Family Elder to the great hall.

Ling Zhongtian appeared normal; his breathing was steady as if he had truly recovered.

However, only the Ling Family Elder and Ling Changhe knew that Ling Zhongtian hadn’t recovered fully and his injury was just suppressed temporarily by some method, which was unlikely to affect much.

“Zhongtian, nobody here is a match for your skill. Just let go and show them what you’ve got,” advised Ling Changhe, standing next to Ling Zhongtian.

Ling Zhongtian nodded slightly as he glanced at Shen Xue Jian and the others. Then, he directed his gaze to the entrance of the great hall.

“Hasn’t he arrived yet?” Ling Zhongtian murmured.

Just as he finished speaking, Fang Lin appeared at the entrance of the great hall. Not only him, there was a beautiful young girl accompanying him.

“Huh? Who’s this girl?”

“I’ve never seen her before, is she part of our North Town Hall?”

“She’s with Fang Lin. Can it be she has some kind of relationship with him?”

“Not sure, but she does look quite attractive.”

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The arrival of Dugu Nian with Fang Lin attracted the attention of the crowd. A significant portion of the attention was focused on Dugu Nian.

After all, a beautiful woman always garners more attention than others.

Dugu Nian didn’t mind the gaze of others’. Strolling with pride alongside Fang Lin, a certain self-assurance crept into her features.

She wasn’t sure why she felt so proud, but being at the side of Fang Lin and the focus of so many Pill Refiners, a sense of pride was just inescapable.

Fang Lin, on the other hand, seemed quite calm. With neither joy nor worry etched onto his face, he appeared remarkably at ease.

“Huh? Have your injuries healed?” Fang Lin saw Ling Zhongtian and asked with a surprise.

“Hmph.” Ling Zhongtian snorted coldly, ignoring Fang Lin.

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Nevertheless, Fang Lin said cheerily, “Listen to my advice, don’t spout nonsense again. In case you offend the taboo again, you might lose your life.”

“You!” Ling Zhongtian roared, his chest heaving irregularly with the sudden surge of anger, indicating his injury-threatening to flare up.

Fang Lin, with his sharp sight, noticed that Ling Zhongtian’s injury hadn’t fully healed and had probably been suppressed temporarily. He laughed inwardly to himself.