Chapter Fourteen Officially Begins
Before long, Xiao Yan hastily came looking for him, anxiously inquiring if he still had those medicinal pellets from last time.
Xiao Xing Meng took a look and found that Xiao Yan's Three-Stage Battle Qi had advanced to Four-Stage. It seemed that the medicinal power of the first pill he refined was not bad. He didn't know if it was the effect of the unusual flame or if he himself was a genius at refining medicine.
He probably remembered his own words after Xiao Yan left, and tried a desperate cure, only to find that the aphrodisiac effect was gone, but the practice of Qi was much faster. As a result, he ate it all in two or three mouthfuls, and actually rose to the fourth stage while absorbing the medicinal properties of the medicine.
However, Xiao Yan's problem lies with Yao Lao. No matter how many Qi recovery pills he takes, they will all be drained by Yao Lao. It is estimated that Xiao Yan will soon fall back to the Three Segment of Qi again.
Xiao Xing Meng widened his eyes and took a cold breath: "Xiao Yan, I didn't expect you to be so fierce. So many medicinal flowers were used up so quickly, you must be careful with your body. Say, which girl did you use them with? Xun Er? She's so delicate and small, you're so fierce, be gentle, kid."
Xiao Yan broke out in a cold sweat. If this got to Xun Er's ears, he would have a hard time explaining himself. He hastily explained: "No, I didn't use it with any girl."
Xiao Xing Meng's eyes widened even more, and it took him a while to utter a sentence: "Could it be that you ate my medicine and solved the problem yourself?"
"No, nothing's wrong." Xiao Yan grew more anxious, shaking his head repeatedly and saying: "Brother Xing Meng, after taking your medicine, there won't be the consequences you mentioned, but after I took it to practice my Qi, it increased quite a bit, and I've already reached the next level of Dou Qi. I don't know where Brother Xing Meng's medicine came from?"
"A bottle of tonic? Half a month's worth? Ah, what a pity it's all used up. Last time I saw someone selling it at a stall, the vendor said something like 'Golden Gun doesn't fall, specializes in treating hidden diseases' so I bought two bottles to try. The effect wasn't very good when I tried it before, and when I went to find the vendor to settle the account, he was nowhere to be found. Last time I gave some to you, I only had a little left myself, and after you left, I thought I might as well 'use' it up since it wouldn't go to waste. The effect wasn't very strong, but there was still some."
Xiao Xing Meng just wanted to try out his own medical skills and get acquainted with Xiao Yan, anyway this matter would be cured after another year of absorbing the medicine from Lao, giving him medicine wouldn't do much good.
"...I used it up after I left." Hearing Xiao Xing Meng emphasize the word "use", Xiao Yan, who had lived for two lifetimes, naturally understood his meaning. It seemed that they were both accidental gains, and the hope of obtaining them was not great. Moreover, that elixir was just to speed up his cultivation, but Xiao Yan felt that his Dou Qi was still mysteriously leaking away. If he couldn't cure this problem, then even the elixir wouldn't be able to help him.
Xiao Yan bid farewell. As for himself, haha, he went to let his followers and Xiao Mei try the medicinal effects...
In the midst of focusing on spending money to buy medicinal materials, refining medicine, and having people test the medicine, a year had unknowingly passed. He himself was also getting more skilled at refining medicine. Of course, every time he had someone test his medicine, in order not to reveal that he was refining medicine, he would secretly put it in their food or mix it with the goods his parents' business had purchased.
The key to alchemy is just a few moves, the difficulty of becoming an alchemist lies in the physical condition required to start, and then the soul cultivation method. To become a top-notch alchemist, there are also various special flames. So, if one's conditions are met, they're actually just not proficient in alchemy yet. Now that proficiency has been brushed up enough, as long as there are materials and restored strength later on, refining an emperor-grade elixir won't be a problem at all... don't know how many times it'll fail though...
Xiao Family's Arena of Dueling Energies, Finally, the long-awaited plot has begun, and Xiao Xing Meng is now as excited as he was when waiting for a highly anticipated movie to premiere.
Only the trial of the magic stone monument was placed on a table, and whether or not to jump onto the high platform naturally was also one of the tests. When it was Xiao Yan's turn, he naturally found a ladder to climb up...
Xiao Yan placed his hand on the trial magic stone pedestal, still hesitating for a moment. Was he fearful or praying? But none of that could change anything now. He would just have to endure more ridicule! Xiao Yan.
The expected result, on the stone tablet is: "Ranking of Strength, Third Dan!"
Looking at the five big words on the test magic stone monument that shone brightly to the point of being dazzling, the young man had no expression on his face, with a hint of self-mockery at the corner of his lips, and his palms were clenched together, showing how unwilling he was.
"Xiao Yan, Dou Qi: Three Stages! Rank: Low Class!" Next to the Testing Stone Stele, a middle-aged man glanced at the information displayed on it and announced it in an indifferent tone...
The middle-aged man had barely spoken when he unexpectedly sparked a wave of ridicule on the crowded square.
"Three sections? Haha, as expected, this 'genius' is still stuck in the same place this year!"
"Alas, this good-for-nothing has really disgraced the family."
"If it weren't for the fact that the family head is his father, this waste would have been driven out of the family long ago and left to fend for himself. How else could he still be living off the family's resources?"
"Alas, what has become of that brilliant young man who was once famous throughout the city of Wutang?"
"Who knows, maybe I've done something wrong and provoked the wrath of the gods..."
The surrounding mocking and regretful sighs fell on the boy who stood still like a wooden stake, piercing his heart like sharp thorns, making the boy's breathing slightly rapid.
The boy slowly raised his head, revealing a somewhat delicate and tender face. His dark eyes scanned the surrounding peers who were mocking him, and the self-mockery at the corner of his mouth seemed to become even more bitter.
Watching Xiao Yan's furious appearance, Xiao Xing Meng also felt the sorrow of "when the wall falls, everyone pushes", it was indeed like his ancestor Xiao Xuan's situation.
But now the genius's identity has been shattered, but it's much better than when he was slapped in the face by Zhongzhou later on. At that time, it will be Xiao Yan's turn to slap the genius in the face.
"Next, Xiao Mei!"
At the shout of a middle-aged man in charge of the test, a girl rushed out of the crowd. As soon as she appeared, the surrounding whispers subsided, and pairs of slightly fiery eyes locked onto her face...
The girl was only about fourteen years old, and although she wasn't considered a stunning beauty, her immature face still exuded a subtle charm, a contradictory mix of innocence and allure that made her the unwitting center of attention for the entire gathering.
The girl stepped forward quickly, her small hands lightly and skillfully touching the dark magic stone monument, then slowly closed her eyes...
After a brief moment of the girl's closed eyes, the dark magic stone monument lit up again...
Although Xiao Mei is now often with Xiao Xing Meng, Xiao Xing Meng does not show a strong presence. The strength test just now was only comparable to the seven segments of Douzhiqi from a year ago. So many people think he is not worthy of Xiao Mei.
"Eight Trigrams: Seven Steps!"
"Xiao Mei, Dou's aura: 7 segments! Rank: Advanced!"
"Yessss!" Hearing the examiner's announcement of her score, the girl's cheeks rose with a triumphant smile...
"Hmm, the aura of a 7th dan fighter, truly impressive. At this rate, I'm afraid it will only take her three years at most to become a true fighter..."
"No wonder you're the seed of the family..."
Hearing the envy from the crowd, the girl's smile on her cheeks increased a few more points. Vanity, this is an irresistible temptation for many girls...
Laughing and chatting with several sisters as usual, Xiao Mei's line of sight suddenly passed through the crowd around her and stopped at a figure in the crowd...
Xiao Mei was not looking at Xiao Yan, but rather at Xiao Xing Meng. In the past few years, Xiao Xing Meng had not increased Xiao Mei's strength, but instead strengthened her tendons and bones, and taught her combat skills. This was because the girl's innate talent was not particularly strong. The methods Xiao Xing Meng used to deal with those Soul Clan people in the past were useless on her. But who was Xiao Xing Meng? Even in ancient times, he was considered a peerless genius.
For him, super geniuses have their own educational methods, and small geniuses also have their own educational methods. Even if they are born mediocre or foolish, Xiao Xing Meng has a way to train them!
Xiao Xing Meng's occasional guidance, although rare and precious even for many members of the Soul Clan, has already allowed Xiao Mei to benefit greatly. Now, as a Seventh-Order cultivator, Xiao Mei is capable of instantly killing her original self.
At the same time, this also made Xiao Yan and Xiao Xing Meng rank first and second on the list of people that the Xiao family most wanted to beat up. One was a waste, yet he was with the most beautiful and talented girl in the clan. The other was mediocre, but he was with the second most beautiful and second most talented girl in the clan. However, Xiao Yan was the son of the clan leader, while Xiao Xing Meng at least had seven segments of Dou Qi, plus he had a few followers, so those who wanted to make a move didn't have the chance.
However, compared to Xiao Yan and Xun Er, who are known as a loving couple, Xiao Xing Meng and Xiao Mei seem less like a couple. Although everyone thinks so, Xiao Mei still seems to prioritize martial arts for now, but with age, she also has a bit of a romantic feeling. As for the reason, it's because Xiao Xing Meng only teaches his powerful fighting skills to Xiao Mei.
What does Xiao Xing Meng think? Of course: Little girl, you're so precocious, come back in ten years!
Xiao Xing Meng nodded in response, silently approving of her. For someone with her talent, having seven segments of Dou Qi at this age was quite impressive, and it was clear that she had been working hard every day.
"Next, Xiao Xun'er!"
In the midst of the noisy crowd, the examiner's voice rang out once again.
As this somewhat elegant name rang out, the crowd suddenly fell silent, and all eyes shifted abruptly.
In the midst of a crowd, a girl in a purple dress stood elegantly, her delicate face calm and serene, not changing one bit despite being the center of attention.
The girl's calm and elegant temperament is like a lotus flower that has just bloomed, at a young age, she already possesses an otherworldly quality, it's hard to imagine how stunning she will be when she grows up...
This purple-robed girl, in terms of beauty and temperament, is undoubtedly more outstanding than Xiao Mei before, no wonder everyone present was so moved.
Lotus steps slightly moved, a girl named Xiao Xun'er walked in front of the magic stone monument, her small hand stretched out, and the purple sleeve with black gold thread slipped down, revealing a section of snow-white tender wrist, then lightly touched the monument...
Faintly serene, on top of the stone tablet, dazzling light bursts forth once again.
"Do of Ki: 9th Dan! Rank: High Class!"
Everyone in the field fell silent as they gazed at the inscription on the stone monument.
"...has actually reached the ninth rank, it's truly terrifying! The first person among the younger generation in the family, I'm afraid it can only be Miss Xun'er." After a moment of silence, the surrounding young men couldn't help but swallow their saliva, their eyes filled with reverence...
The path of Dou Qi, a must-pass road for every Dou practitioner. The initial stage of Dou Qi is divided into ten segments. When the Dou Qi in the body reaches the tenth segment, it can condense and form a Dou Qi vortex, becoming a respected Dou practitioner!
In the crowd, Xiao Mei frowned slightly and stared at the purple-robed girl in front of the stone tablet, a hint of jealousy flashing across her cheek...
Xiao Xing Meng saw Xiao Mei's expression, but it was a smile of approval. In his opinion, jealousy is also the driving force that propels people to move forward constantly.
They've all finished their tests, including his own disciples and Xie Yan. Even Xun Er has come to watch. Now that the excitement is over, Xiao Xing Meng waves his hand and shouts: "Alright, youngsters! You've seen all the beauties you wanted to see. Let's go eat! I'm starving! Today, I'll treat you all."
The words were spoken loudly, and the middle-aged man in charge of testing hadn't even had time to praise Xun Er when suddenly someone in the crowd blurted out this sentence, which was truly disgusting. However, there was no rule that said disciples who had finished their tests couldn't leave the scene first, so he couldn't get angry either. He watched as Xiao Xing Meng and his followers left the square.
Xiao Mei's sister was chattering away, asking Xiao Mei how she could be friends with such an uncouth and ill-mannered guy. Xiao Mei didn't seem embarrassed at all, just tilted her head and said: "My cousin said that this is called being true to one's emotions. It's very beneficial for practicing inner energy. Once he changes, who knows if he'll drop in level."
