With a surge of spiritual Qi, the pill sizzled and emitted wisps of green smoke as it made contact with the boiling mixture. Michael carefully controlled the temperature, ensuring that the pill remained intact while the green outer layer started to dissolve.
As the seconds ticked by, the green layer gradually disintegrated, revealing the pure essence of the pill beneath. The once vibrant green color faded, replaced by a pristine white. Michael could sense the potent energy emanating from the pill, its medicinal properties revealed through the refining process.
Satisfied with the progress, Michael used his spiritual Qi to lift the pill out of the mixture and placed it on a cool surface to solidify. The air around him seemed to hold its breath, as if recognizing the significance of this refining endeavor.
