One day later.
Outside the space portal, Lin Xiu waved goodbye to Han Yue.
"Senior Sister, if someone from the Wind Lightning Pavilion comes in the future, just give them my name. Don't worry about me; tell them that I will personally go to the Wind Lightning Pavilion."
Lin Xiu said.
"I know, Junior Brother, you've emphasized it many times."
Han Yue smiled.
"Then I'm leaving."
Lin Xiu turned and entered the portal, releasing the space ship.
Once on course, he immersed his consciousness into a Spatial Ring, which contained all of the Hong family's assets.
This time, the Han family didn't pay much.
So, Lin Xiu directly took over everything from the Hong family, with the most useful thing being the Dou Techniques.
Attribute Points are scarce; this is currently the most pressing issue.
During the more than a month in the space portal, Lin Xiu focused his attention on low-level Dou Techniques.
After such a long time, the results were quite rewarding.
[Name: Lin Xiu]
[Age: 23]
[Realm: 1 Star Dou Ancestor (2,600,000/5,000,000)]
[Space: Mastery Progress (6%)]
[Physique: Rank 7 Perfect (99%)]
[Soul: Mid Spirit Realm (70%)]
[Aptitude: Rank 7]
[Ability:]
[Earth Rank High level: Multiple Great Essence Method lv12 (Full)]
[Black Rank High level: Flame Mantra lv9 (Full)]
[Earth Rank High level: Star Fire Spirit Body lv12 (Full)]
[Earth Rank High Level: Heaven and Earth Reincarnation Wheel lv12 (Full)]
[Earth Rank Mid Level: Thunder God Finger lv11 (Full)]
[Earth Rank Mid Level: Shattering Mountains and Rivers lv11 (Full)]
[Earth Rank Mid Level Movement: Six Thousand Lightning Movements lv11 (Full)]
[Earth Rank Low Level: Origin Return lv10 (Full)]
[Earth Rank Low Level Secret Technique: Burning Essence Secret Technique lv10 (Full)]
[Earth Rank Low Level: Flame Soul Separation Technique lv10 (Full)]
...
[Occupation: Alchemist]
[Grade: Nine]
[Attribute Points: 95]
...
"Almost 100 Attribute Points, enough to handle the troubles of Burning Flame Valley."
Lin Xiu glanced at the panel, his mind focused.
The space ahead was fluctuating violently, a sign that he's about to reach the end of the portal.
A swirling vortex appeared ahead in the field of vision. The space ship passed through it, vibrating continuously, and then disappeared after a few seconds.
Rising from the ship, Lin Xiu waved his hand to retract it and walked out of the portal.
Outside was a vast city, bustling with people.
Entering the city, Lin Xiu found a store and bought a map related to the direction of Burning Flame Valley.
"Probably another guy drawn by fame. However, Burning Flame Valley requires a lot of Alchemists to cooperate in refining Pills. That kid looks so young; he probably lacks strength. When he actually gets to the mountain gate, he might not even have a chance to enter."
The store owner murmured, watching Lin Xiu's departing figure.
The search for High-level Alchemists by Burning Flame Valley was not a secret; many people in the city were aware of it.
Among them, Elder Chi Huo had been recruiting within the city recently.
...
Mountains rose on the land, devoid of any vegetation, entirely occupied by scorching volcanoes.
Amidst the glaring, fiery red, white mist continuously rose from the tops of some peaks.
Red magma flowed like streams throughout the mountain range.
This was the Roasting Fire Mountain Range.
Due to the numerous volcanoes, the fire attribute energy around this mountain range was extremely dense.
Looking around, many figures could be seen sitting cross-legged around the mountains, breathing rhythmically as they absorbed the surrounding fire attribute energy.
Lin Xiu made no stops and flew straight into the depths of the mountain range.
Soon, a crimson peak came into view, with a stone staircase extending from the foot of the mountain to the top.
However, no buildings were visible on it; it seemed that the staircase was built solely for people to climb and enjoy the mountain scenery.
"Central Plains is indeed different. Powerful sects have their own hidden realms and spatial barriers. Without some strength, you definitely wouldn't find the entrance when you get there."
Lin Xiu's figure flashed and headed straight to the peak.
His eyes narrowed slightly.
The void twisted, revealing some faint lines and showing an indistinct spatial outline behind it.
He placed his hand on it and felt a resisting force coming back from above.
"Is anyone there?"
Lin Xiu shouted into the void.
Burning Flame Valley was not like the Misty Cloud Sect; its sect strength was far superior.
Lin Xiu was hesitant to forcefully break in, fearing it might leave a bad impression.
However, after shouting several times, there was no response.
"If Zi Yan were here, she could just go inside and call for someone to open the door."
Lin Xiu sighed, feeling a bit troubled.
If he were to use his full strength, it probably wouldn't take long before everyone in Burning Flame Valley would know.
But that wouldn't align with proper etiquette for visiting.
People who play with fire are often very temperamental; it could be troublesome if they refuse to listen to his explanations.
Just as he was worrying, the sound of flapping wings suddenly came.
Stepping back a few paces, Lin Xiu looked up at the sky. A Giant Flame Bird flapped its wings and slowly descended towards him.
As they approached, the two figures on the bird's back became clearer.
One was an elderly man in a red robe, and the other was an elderly man in a purple robe, who had a faintly arrogant expression and wore the Alchemist Guild badge on his chest.
Sixth Grade Alchemist.
Lin Xiu had never taken the Alchemist Guild's assessment, but he had seen a similar badge on Han Feng.
"I am Chi Huo, an elder of Burning Flame Valley. Young man, what are you doing standing outside the gates of Burning Flame Valley?"
The red-robed elder introduced himself as he descended from the bird, his gaze scrutinizing Lin Xiu with some curiosity.
"Greetings, Elder Chi Huo. I am Lin Xiu. I heard that the Valley Master is looking for Alchemists, so I came to give it a try."
Lin Xiu cupped his fists and spoke slowly.
"Hmph…"
Before Chi Huo could reply, a disdainful snort came from the purple-robed elder beside him.
With a contemptuous look, the purple-robed elder said, "Kid, this is not a place for you. The Valley Master of Burning Flame Valley requires Alchemists of at least Sixth Grade. How old are you? Go back and practice some more."
"Go back for now."
Chi Huo waved his hand. If Lin Xiu had real strength, he would have participated actively during the city recruitment, rather than coming to the gates of Burning Flame Valley to self-recommend.
How many years of alchemy experience could someone so young have?
Moreover, as a Sixth Grade Alchemist, Zeng Xiu would surely have a discerning eye and wouldn't waste time here.
After speaking, Chi Huo took out a jade tablet, and a portal appeared as the void twisted.
"Master Zeng, please."
Chi Huo smiled at the purple-robed elder and gestured for him to enter.
"The younger generation really doesn't know their place."
Zeng Xiu glanced at Lin Xiu and then stepped into the portal. Chi Huo followed closely, watching Lin Xiu as he closed the portal.
"I should have made myself look older."
Lin Xiu hadn't expected to be dismissed without a chance to argue. They rejected him just by looking at his face.
Looking at the restored void, Lin Xiu weighed in his mind that if it was time to act, he couldn't avoid it.
"Elder Lin?"
Suddenly, Lin Xiu heard a woman's voice behind him, with a slight tone of worry as if she was afraid of recognizing the wrong person.
A woman in blue stood in front of the stone steps, her body slightly leaning forward, her eyes showing a nervous expression.
"You know me?"
Lin Xiu thought for a moment and had no recollection of her, showing a look of confusion.
"It's really you?! Elder Lin, my name is Xin Lan. I'm also a student of Jia Nan Academy. I've heard of your achievements; you're my idol."
The woman in blue exclaimed, hopping to stand in front of Lin Xiu.
"Uh, hello."
Lin Xiu took a half-step back and nodded gently, finding it absurd to encounter a fan in the Central Plains.
"Elder Lin, I see you're standing outside. Are you trying to enter Burning Flame Valley?"
Xin Lan asked.
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