In the central area of the Imperial City of Jia Ma Empire, there is an extremely large building that is surrounded by a faint scent of pills all year round.
Above the towering gate, five ancient characters "Alchemist Guild" were written in a flamboyant style, shining with a pale silver light, causing passers-by to cast awe-inspiring glances at them.
Outside the huge gate of the Alchemist Guild, alchemists who are rarely seen in normal days are all walking hurriedly here, wearing alchemist robes of different colors, proudly proclaiming their ranks.
As the headquarters of the Jia Ma Empire's Alchemists, even the emperor of the empire has to be polite when coming here.
After all, the energy that the residents of this building can create is enough to shake the entire empire, and they are the most honorable profession in the Dou Qi Continent.
After helping Nalan Jie remove the searing poison, Xiao Ling rushed to the Alchemist Guild without stopping.
This time, Xiao Ling came here to try his luck and see if he could come across the fragment that Xiao Yan bought at a bargain price three years later in the original novel.
The origin of that fragment is not ordinary. It records the unique skills of Burning Flame Valley, the first change of "Heavenly Fire Three Mysterious Changes".
For Xiao Ling, who possesses the Heavenly Flame, with this "Heavenly Fire Three Mysterious Changes", he can greatly improve his strength in a short period of time. In battle, it can provide great help.
After Xiao Ling appeared, he immediately caused a small commotion. The alchemists around him, who originally had arrogant looks, all cast respectful glances towards Xiao Ling.
As a sixth-grade alchemist, Xiao Ling is naturally the idol of countless low-level alchemists. Since Xiao Ling is not only a sixth-grade alchemist, but also a Dou Huang strongman, some people have given Xiao Ling the nickname "Pill Emperor".
"Isn't this Master Xiao Ling from the Xiao family?"
"I could only see Master Xiao Ling's portrait before, but today I can actually see him in person. He is so handsome."
"I heard that Master Xiao Ling has not only reached the peak of the sixth-grade alchemist, but also broke through to the Dou Huang realm not long ago. This talent is indeed worthy of being called the "First Genius of the Jia Ma Empire."
Ignoring the discussions of the people around him, Xiao Ling walked into the Alchemist Guild under the awe-inspiring gaze of the gate guard.
After Xiao Ling entered the Alchemist Guild, a captain of the gate guards ordered his men, "Go and report this news to President Fa Ma."
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As you step into the gate of the Alchemist Guild, a strong aroma of pill hits you in the face, making you involuntarily take a deep breath and look around with a refreshed mood.
The area within the Alchemist Guild is extremely large, and is roughly divided into three areas: east, west and east. In the hall on the east side, there are many neatly built square tables made of granite. Behind those tables, there are some alchemists in long robes sitting, and on the tables, there are many various medicinal materials, jade bottles, scrolls and other things. From the looks of it, it seems to be an area for Taobao transactions.
In the south hall, there were many cauldrons that were burning fiercely. Some alchemists were behind the cauldrons, controlling the temperature with serious expressions. They were surrounded by low-level alchemists, who were pointing fingers at each other and whispering about their experiences in alchemy.
Compared with the other two halls, the west hall is undoubtedly much quieter. There are even guards standing in the aisles. It seems that only some alchemists who have reached a certain level are qualified to enter. Some low-level alchemists who occasionally pass by there will cast glances of awe and envy.
Xiao Ling walked slowly into the hall, looked around, and after determining the direction, he walked towards the Taobao trading area.
Walking in the eastern area, Xiao Ling walked slowly between the square platforms, looking at these rare medicinal herbs and some other strange items with curiosity.
Although this place is called the Taobao Trading Area, the sellers here don't shout as loudly as the vendors in the markets.
They sat leisurely on the soft chairs, occasionally glancing at those standing outside the stage. If they thought the other party might have some background, some alchemists would stand up and talk to them. But most of them were still lazily curled up in their chairs, rarely paying attention to those who were watching. This leisurely and lazy look was not like a merchant selling things.
Of course, they were not. What they needed was not the gold market wealth coveted by merchants, but barter.
If you want to get the necessary herbs or pills from them, you must take out rare treasures that they will be interested in.
When Xiao Ling walked into the trading area, he immediately attracted a lot of attention.
Without paying attention to the different looks from the people around him, Xiao Ling shuttled through the trading area, examining the items being traded with great interest.
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Suddenly, Xiao Ling's attention was attracted by a jade pendent.
Looking towards the jade pendent, I saw mysterious patterns engraved on it, emitting a faint light.
His heart moved, and he reached out to pick up the jade pendent and examined it carefully.
At this moment, a voice sounded beside his ears: "Master Xiao Ling's vision is indeed extraordinary. Although I can't see the specific situation of this jade pendent, its origin is definitely not ordinary."
Xiao Ling turned around and saw an old man looking at him with a smile. On his chest was a badge of a fourth-grade alchemist.
If Xiao Ling remembered correctly, this man's surname was Wang, and he was the alchemist of the Miteer Family.
Xiao Ling smiled slightly and said, "This jade pendent is really good. Name a price and I'll take it."
A faint smile appeared on the old man's face, and he rubbed his hands vigorously, "Master Xiao Ling is really generous. As long as you take out a recipe for a fourth-grade pill, you can take this jade pendent away."
Xiao Ling raised his eyebrows and said, "How about this, I will exchange a pill for this jade pendent with you, how about that?"
The old man was surprised when he heard this, "What kind of pill is it?"
Xiao Ling took out a porcelain bottle and began to introduce it, "The fourth-grade pill is the Soul-Enhancing Pill. After taking it, you can improve your cultivation level in the Dou Ling realm by one star."
After Xiao Ling's investigation, he found out that the old man's cultivation level was a four-star Dou Ling, which was just right for this Soul-Enhancing Pill.
The old man was tempted. He knew that pills that could improve one's cultivation were extremely rare.
However, this jade pendent must be of extraordinary value since it could be favored by a sixth-grade alchemist like Xiao Ling.
But the price cannot be too high, otherwise if you anger Xiao Ling, the big shot, you will be in trouble.
After some bargaining, Xiao Ling finally successfully exchanged a Soul-Enhancing Pill for the jade pendent.