Ten Thousand Dragons Technique

Chapter 621: Alchemy Exchange Conference!

Lin Xuan had originally planned to return for a month of quiet cultivation before his decisive duel, but everyone kept trying to persuade him. No matter how he explained, it was useless, leaving him utterly helpless. Why does no one believe me when I tell the truth?

Alas, he no longer planned to stay at the Heavenly Dao Institute. He decided to go out for a change of pace. Coincidentally, Lin Xuan heard that the Alchemy Master Exchange Conference was about to begin. As an Alchemy Master himself, he planned to take a look. The location was not far, just at Celestial Cloud Mountain. Thus, Lin Xuan left the Heavenly Dao Institute and headed for the mountain.

This Alchemy Master Exchange Conference was not a competition. Instead, it was a gathering for all the Alchemy Masters of the Great Xia Country, great and small, to share their insights on alchemy, discuss the Alchemy Dao, and trade the Spirit Medicines and Pill Recipes in their possession. It could be described as a grand occasion for Alchemy Masters, where many precious Spirit Medicines and rare Pill Recipes would make an appearance.

Many Alchemy Masters from the Great Xia Country had come. Not only were there newcomer Alchemy Masters, but also high-rank Fourth-Grade Alchemy Masters and even the Dan King himself. At this moment, Celestial Cloud Mountain was incredibly lively.

Rows of carriages were parked at the foot of the mountain while Spirit Boats hovered in the sky above. Figures emerged one after another, all of them dressed in Alchemy Robes and emanating a fiery aura. They each wore an Alchemy Master’s badge, every one of which flashed with an astonishing light. Those who alighted from the carriages were generally low-grade Alchemy Masters, primarily of the First and Second Grades. In contrast, those who stepped out from the floating Spirit Boats in the sky were high-grade Alchemy Masters, mainly of the Third and Fourth Grades.

Upon their arrival, these Alchemy Masters entered Celestial Cloud Mountain. The scenery there was breathtaking, with mist swirling about, making it feel like a Human Immortal Realm.

Song Tiange had also come. As the Dan King’s disciple, he would naturally attend such a grand event. He had arrived with the Dan King but began to move about on his own soon after. For one, he wanted to properly appreciate the scenery of Celestial Cloud Mountain. Secondly, he wanted to network with other talented young Alchemy Masters.

When the young prodigies from the various families and Pill Towers saw Song Tiange, they immediately flocked to him, each offering a respectful greeting. They surrounded Song Tiange like stars revolving around the moon, placing him at the very center. This made Song Tiange immensely happy and filled him with pride. He was the Dan King’s disciple, a person of noble status, and his alchemy skills were formidable. Now, he was already a Third-Grade Alchemy Master. He was probably the strongest alchemy prodigy of the younger generation.

Just as he was basking in his pride, he suddenly spotted someone. The sight of this person stunned Song Tiange for a moment before his expression darkened into a scowl. That person was Lin Xuan. It’s him! Why is he here?

Upon seeing Lin Xuan, Song Tiange ground his teeth. He had lost to Lin Xuan in the previous Alchemy Talent Competition, making Lin Xuan the champion. But that was in the past. Now, he too was a Third-Grade Alchemy Master, and he was confident that he could surpass Lin Xuan. With this thought, Song Tiange strode forward.

Approaching Lin Xuan, he said coldly, "Lin Xuan, what are you doing here?"

The young Alchemy Disciples nearby also turned to look. When they saw Lin Xuan, they exclaimed in shock.

"Heavens, it’s Lin Xuan! Why is he here?"

"Isn’t he supposed to have a life-and-death duel in a month? How does he have the leisure to be here enjoying himself?"

"Damn, how could he be so carefree?"

Everyone was in disbelief. The duel between Lin Xuan and Chu Zhongtian in a month’s time was something everyone knew about. This duel was a clash between two dragons, and the loser would have their power stripped away and be crippled. For such a momentous battle, both sides were expected to give it their all. In their eyes, even if Lin Xuan lacked the strength, he should at least be putting all his effort into cultivation for this fight. Yet, to their surprise, he had come to Celestial Cloud Mountain. Moreover, judging by his leisurely expression, he was clearly here for a pleasant outing.

Is this guy really that confident he’ll win the duel in a month? Or has he simply given up, knowing that defeat is inevitable?

He must have given up, the crowd thought. They couldn’t believe that Lin Xuan could possibly defeat Chu Zhongtian. After all, Chu Zhongtian was a Grandmaster—a lofty and revered existence far above them.

Lin Xuan glanced at the crowd before his eyes fell upon Song Tiange. He remarked coldly, "This is the Alchemy Master conference, and I am an Alchemy Master. Why can’t I be here?"

"Also, you lost to me before. Get out of my way!" Lin Xuan finished with an impatient wave of his hand.

This completely enraged Song Tiange. He considered losing to Lin Xuan the greatest humiliation of his life and couldn’t bear for anyone to mention it. Yet, Lin Xuan had just brought it up in public. This was a direct slap to his face!

He clenched his teeth and said, "Brat, don’t get arrogant. That was years ago. Now I’m a Third-Grade Alchemy Master, no weaker than you. If we compete again, I’ll definitely win! Kid, do you dare face me in a showdown? Let’s compete in our alchemy!"

The surrounding young Alchemy Masters were instantly intrigued and grew excited. This Lin Xuan was also an alchemy prodigy and the champion of the last competition; his alchemy skills had to be incredible. A duel between the two would undoubtedly be spectacular. This was a truly rare sight, and they all looked on with anticipation.

However, Lin Xuan simply rolled his eyes and laughed. "You’re not worthy to challenge me!"

His attitude was utterly dismissive, as if he didn’t take Song Tiange seriously at all. The onlookers were dumbfounded. This guy is so arrogant.

Song Tiange was even more infuriated. "Don’t be so arrogant! I’m a Third-Grade Alchemy Master, I’m not weaker than you!"

"A Third-Grade Alchemy Master?" Lin Xuan chuckled. "Sorry, but I’m a Fourth-Grade Alchemy Master. You really aren’t qualified to be my opponent."

Lin Xuan was not exaggerating. He had become a Fourth-Grade Alchemy Master long ago. On Dragon Island, his alchemy proficiency had improved substantially. Ordinary Fourth-Grade Alchemy Masters were no match for him. Figures like Qingyou and Situ Hang had both fallen to him. Only the very top-tier Fourth-Grade Alchemy Masters could possibly contend with him. Lin Xuan truly paid no mind to a mere Third-Grade Alchemy Master like Song Tiange.

Hearing this, the surrounding crowd was in an uproar.

What? Lin Xuan was a Fourth-Grade Alchemy Master? Was that even true? They were utterly stunned.

Song Tiange rolled his eyes and sneered coldly, "Kid, you sure know how to boast. You claimed to be a Fourth-Grade Alchemy Master two years ago, and here you are, still peddling that same lie. How could you possibly be a Fourth-Grade Alchemy Master? Forget two years, you couldn’t become one even if you were given twenty!"

Song Tiange was very confident that Lin Xuan couldn’t be a Fourth-Grade Alchemy Master. In the Great Xia Country, every Fourth-Grade Alchemy Master was over fifty years old, while Lin Xuan was only eighteen. Even with another twenty years, it would be impossible for him to reach that level, because becoming a Fourth-Grade Alchemy Master was exceptionally difficult.

As they listened, everyone came to a sudden realization. So, the kid was just bragging again! Although he was a talented genius, his habit of boasting was probably something he would never outgrow. The crowd shook their heads, none of them believing Lin Xuan’s words.

Song Tiange sneered even more derisively. "If you’re a Fourth-Grade Alchemy Master, then I’ll eat every single stone on this Celestial Cloud Mountain!"