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  The crowd on the scene was reluctant to leave, wanting to see the true appearance of the four Dan Fangs, but they were taken away by Master Mao. These Dan Fangs are not suitable for disclosure for the time being, lest they be stolen by people with ulterior motives.

  Bi Gongyu hastened his pace to catch up, worried that Liu Wuxie would encounter an ambush on the road.

  The three of them were the first batch to return to Lundangong. The damaged house had been restored to its original state, with new furniture added.

  "No evil intentions, Im really sorry about todays events, causing you to unnecessarily make many enemies."

  Back at his residence, Bi Gongyus face was filled with apology, everything had happened because of Lun Dan.

  He replaced Master Huo to attend, and inexplicably offended so many people. Bi Gongyu didnt expect it either, and apologized repeatedly.

  "Its already happened, Im tired, going to rest first."

  Liu Wuxie waved his hand, not wanting to hear any more, turned around and went back into the house, closing the door behind him, leaving Bi Gongyu and Lei Tao standing in the courtyard, exchanging a glance and revealing a hint of bitter smile.

  "He is still angry with us."

  Lei Tao showed a hint of helplessness, if it were him, he would definitely be angry too. Representing Canglang City in the Ludan Conference, for no reason at all, they had made several powerful enemies, and whoever was unable to let go.

  "From now on, help the Xu family as much as possible and make up for todays mistake."

  Bai Gongyu let out a sigh, all he could do was help the Xu family more.

  Sitting on the bed, kneeling down, operating the Tai Huang Tian Jue, crazily cultivating, offending so many people, the best way is to work hard to improve cultivation.

  Fearsome spiritual energy formed a liquid-like substance that hovered above Liu Wuxies head and converged into a spiritual rain.

  The Heaven-Swallowing Cauldron was like a gluttonous beast, crazily devouring everything in its path. A drop of dark green liquid overflowed from it.

  The wilderness is getting bigger and bigger, still expanding its territory, and even more terrifying, many new buds are emerging on top, like the sprouts of small grass, also like the awakening of a giant tree in the vast sky.

  Mountains and seas, lakes and peaks, they are all expanding.

  Lakes are larger, seas are wider, and mountain peaks are higher. From the size of a palm to such vastness, Liu Wuxie couldnt imagine it. The spiritual energy he would need in the future could be described as terrifying.

  Tender little green shoots, sprouting out of the ground, taking root in the mountains, after being watered with the liquid from the heavenly tripod, the tender shoots grew rapidly, and in the blink of an eye, they grew into a small tree as tall as a person.

  A powerful and overbearing wood-type spiritual energy filled the Taihuang Dan Tian, causing Liu Wuxies entire body to tremble.

  "Elements, have actually awakened elements!"

  Opening her eyes, a hint of shock and doubt flowed out from her pupils.

  Cultivating the Tian Xuan Scripture had already exceeded his understanding. Even if he were a reincarnated Immortal Emperor, he still wouldnt be able to comprehend the changes occurring in his dantian.

  The heavens and earth have countless elements, the cultivation world collectively refers to metal, wood, water, fire, earth, wind, rain, thunder, and lightning. The wood element is born from trees.

  To become a powerful alchemist, one must first possess the fire attribute element, and secondly, the wood attribute element. Having both is even more like adding wings to a tiger.

  Flames are one of the indispensable elements for refining elixirs.

  Each elixir contains a strong wood-elemental energy, understanding the wood element allows for better communication with the elixir, producing a resonance, and when refining the pill, it is twice as effective.

  Warriors possess elements. No one knows the power of elements better than Liu Wuxie. The strength of elements far exceeds that of ordinary true energy. After being imbued with elements, the destructive power of true energy is increased a hundredfold.

  When it grew as tall as a person, it gradually slowed down, and later required more spiritual liquid, which gave Liu Wuxie a headache.

  He stood up, and a terrifying aura flowed through his arm, rushing towards the index finger of his right hand.

  "Hah!"

  A burst of energy shot out and a small hole about the size of a finger appeared on the distant wall, easily pierced by the energy.

  "What an incredibly powerful elemental force!"

  Ordinary true energy, cant reach this point, with the addition of elemental power, and in coordination with knife intent, even if its a Washing Spirit Realm Ninth Layer, it may not be his opponent.

  The house is too small, I dont dare to wield my sword skills, lest I thoroughly destroy this place.

  The cultivators efforts, the other thirty-four cities rushed back one after another, fully preparing for tomorrows alchemy, todays events had a huge impact on them, to avoid capsizing in the dark ditch, they worked through the night refining medicine, sharpening their swords before the battle, not fast but radiant.

  "Prefect Gao, I have long admired you!"

  Suddenly, Bi Gongyus voice came from inside the courtyard. Among the thirty-five city masters, there was little communication, and they were at most acquaintances, not familiar with each other.

  "Master Bi has retired for the night, Id like to find Master Liu to discuss some matters, would you kindly inform him?"

  Just until today, Shangguan still looked down on Bi Gongyu, let alone Liu Wuxie. In his eyes, those big cities that ranked at the bottom had no qualifications to sit with him on an equal footing.

  The things that happened during the day made him think a lot. As soon as it got dark, he brought Ji Yang to the 35th courtyard and visited Bi Gongyu.

  "Shangguan Gezhong invited me in, Ill go call Wu Xie."

  Bi Gongyu invited them to wait in the hall first and went to find Liu Wuxie himself.

  Lei Tao presented the fragrant tea, then retreated and left. In the great hall, only Shangguan Cai and Ji Yang were left. Over the years, Ji Yang had received a lot of guidance from Shangguan Cai. The various pavilion masters and alchemists were both teachers and friends to each other, basically all having taught him before.

  Liu Wuxie was still absorbing spiritual energy when the knocking sound came, interrupting his cultivation. He walked out with a displeased expression.

  "No evil intentions, Master Shangguan is summoning you, hes waiting for you in the main hall. Clean yourself up and follow me."

  Bi Gongyu had a bad premonition, and suddenly Shangguan Cai came to find them, which was definitely not a good thing.

  He couldnt say anything else, and the other party didnt reveal any information, only seeing Liu Wuxie.

  "Lets go!"

  There was nothing to collect, and following Bi Gongyus lead, they passed through the artificial hills and entered the central hall. The lights were shining brightly, and it wasnt long before Magistrate Ouyang arrived.

  As soon as they entered the hall, Da Guan didnt even bother to stand up, causing Liu Wu Xies brow to furrow, while Ji Yang still had a deadpan expression, looking like everyone owed him tens of millions, with an icy cold demeanor.

  "I have seen the Magistrate of the Upper Court!"

  Liu Wuxie just hugged his fist and didnt even give a big gift, as for Ji Yang, he didnt put himself in the picture, why bother flattering him.

  Without waiting for the official to respond, Liu Wuxie walked over to one side and sat down, while Bi Gongyu sat on the other side.

  "Mr. Lius performance today is truly eye-opening. I came here today with a request."

  Maybe its because of being in a high position for too long, getting used to talking to people with an attitude of looking down. From the beginning, the attitude has always been superior, and when speaking, there is always a commanding tone.

  Bi Gongyus eyes narrowed slightly, as if he had guessed something, but didnt reveal it, waiting for Shangguan to continue speaking.

  "Please speak, Master Shangguan!"

  Liu Wus expression remained unchanged, as usual neither cold nor lukewarm. He remembered everyones expressions today in his heart. Shang Guan Cai hadnt come out to mock him yet, because of his high status; when doing things and being a person, one needs to consider their own identity.

  He wasnt without questioning Liu Wuxie, when he got a perfect score on the medicine test, handing over his paper to Liu Wuxie, the intense jealousy in his eyes couldnt be hidden from Liu Wuxie.

  "I want you to give up first place. To compensate you, Im willing to take out two Three Product Dan medicines and add one million gold coins. What do you think?"

  Straightforward, without a single extra word, its not for discussion, just telling you the result.

  Bi Gongyu suddenly stood up with a loud noise, his face full of anger, and let Liu Wuxie yield the first place.

  Getting full marks in identifying medicine does not necessarily mean getting first place in the Tong Dan conference, the last two rounds are equally important.

  With Liu Xiangs talent, as long as he doesnt have a bad performance in the last two events, he will steadily take the championship.

  It was strange that Liu Wuxies face didnt show any ripples, as if he had guessed this answer and remained very calm.

  "Does the Lord of the Upper Pavilion think I care about three pieces of Dan medicine and one million gold coins?"

  Liu Wu Xie asked back, one million gold coins, he really didnt put it in his eyes, as for the third-grade elixir, is he lacking now? When the materials are gathered, he can refine a large amount of Yuanyang Dan.

  "Of course, in order to show sincerity, I am willing to step forward and resolve the feud between you and Yunlan."

  Shangguan Cai added a sentence, willing to act as a mediator, persuading Yunlan to drop the matter.

  The hall suddenly fell into a brief silence, with only Bi Gongyus heavy breathing. He didnt care much about being first; before he came, he just wanted to maintain his second-to-last position, not being at the bottom was enough.

  Shangguan Cais condescending attitude made him very displeased, leaving no room for negotiation, but rather forcing you to agree.

  Consecutive years of winning championships, there is also this proud qualification.

  "Give me a reason!"

  Liu Wu Xie remained calm, his eyes locked onto Shang Guan Cais, the cunning and greed in her eyes were fully exposed to him.

  Yang Er is stuck at the 9th level of the Washing Spirit Realm and can only break through to the Washing Marrow Realm with the help of a 4th-grade elixir, at which point he will become one of the strongest Washing Marrow Realm experts in the Great Yan Empire.

  The problem lies here, the four-product pill can only be refined in the washing boundary, and its value is worth a city. The upper official is just a three-star alchemist, and he cannot refine the four-product pill. This opportunity is rare, how can it be abandoned like this?

  Liu Wuxie nodded, understanding the good intentions of Shangguan Zhan. As a master, he was considering his disciples well-being, which was only natural. A strong disciple would bring honor to their master, but what did any of this have to do with Liu Wuxie?

  "What if I dont agree!"

  A cold response, neither affirmative nor negative, but instead a counter-question.

  "Has Master Liu considered that you three are alone in Chan City, and its inevitable that there will be some gains and losses..."

  Threats, naked threats. If you dont comply, the superior officer might join forces with Yunlan to deal with Liu Wuxie, how despicable and shameless.

  "Is Director Shang threatening me?"

  Liu Wuxies face suddenly revealed a harmless smile, he was least afraid of threats, Yunlan threatened him, what could she do, still making Xiao Mingyi kneel down obediently.

  "Its settled then!" Shangguan Zhaoshi didnt hide the threatening tone in his voice: "Of course, if Young Master Liu agrees, we will definitely be the best of friends." He added another sentence afterwards.

  Soft and hard combined, indeed an old cunning trickster.

  This time, Bi Gongyu didnt say anything, some things needed Liu Wuxie to take charge of himself, and he couldnt intervene.

  Ji Yangs mouth curled up in a cold smile, as if mocking Liu Wuxie. Whats the point of getting first place today? Tomorrow youll still have to hand it over obediently. The Dan Conference will be conducting three rounds of assessment.

  "Your Excellency, its time to see our guest off!"

  Liu Wuxie suddenly stood up and left the hall without even saying goodbye, leaving Bi Gongyu to see off the guests.