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Watching Zhu Zhuqing and Hu Liena flee one after the other in a panic, Dai Chengfeng's lips curled into a faint smile. His mood was quite pleasant.
"After all, these two girls, who are usually either cold or charming, have now run off like startled deer," he thought to himself.
"Since they've both left, it's time for me to get to work!"
With that, Dai Chengfeng slowly stood up, straightened his slightly wrinkled robes, and turned toward Yue Guan's courtyard once again.
After all, the "specially prepared" Soul-Forming Pill intended for Yu Xiaogang still required the use of Yue Guan's pill room.
The air in Yue Guan's courtyard was still thick with the scent of medicinal herbs and the faint aroma of rare flowers and exotic plants.
When Yue Guan saw Dai Chengfeng approaching, a smile spread across his face.
"Chengfeng, my boy? What a rare guest!"
Dai Chengfeng smiled and nodded, stepping into the courtyard. "Master Yue Guan, you flatter me. I simply didn't want to disturb your cultivation by visiting too often, so I hesitated to come."
"You…" Yue Guan shook his head and chuckled. "I know very well that you don't come unless you need something. So, tell me, what brings you here today?"
"I knew I couldn't hide anything from you, Master," Dai Chengfeng replied with a smile, bowing slightly. "This time, I've come to borrow your pill room and the underground fire again."
"Haha, no problem at all!"
Yue Guan laughed heartily and led Dai Chengfeng toward the pill room without hesitation. "Your pill-making techniques are extraordinary, my boy. I'd be delighted if you came more often—it's always an eye-opening experience for me."
"Thank you, Master Yue Guan." Dai Chengfeng expressed his gratitude once again.
Stepping into the familiar pill room, the underground fire roared back to life, sending waves of heat rushing toward him.
Yue Guan crossed his arms and leaned against the doorframe, ready to observe. He smiled and said, "Don't worry, I'll just watch from here. I won't disturb you. Your methods are unique, and watching them even once is incredibly enlightening."
Dai Chengfeng didn't mind this at all and began preparing to refine the pill.
Soon, Dai Chengfeng took out the perfectly refined Soul-Forming Pill he had prepared earlier and placed it into the pill furnace.
Since he only needed to adjust the properties of the pill, it took less than half an hour to add all the auxiliary ingredients. Another half hour later, the specially prepared Soul-Forming Pill had already taken its new form.
The underground fire gradually dimmed.
The appearance of the Soul-Forming Pill in the furnace remained unchanged, and even its glow and fragrance were indistinguishable from before. However, its inner essence had been fundamentally altered.
Dai Chengfeng held the warm "custom-made" Soul-Forming Pill between his fingertips, sensing the subtle energy hidden within—a trace only he could detect. A glimmer of deep amusement flickered in his eyes.
"So… it's done?"
Unable to contain his curiosity, Yue Guan stepped forward and carefully examined the pill. To his astonishment, despite his formidable spiritual power, he couldn't detect any difference between this pill and the previous one.
"Your unique pill-making techniques… truly leave me in awe. You added so many strange ingredients meant to enhance yin energy, yet the pill's exterior remains completely unchanged."
Dai Chengfeng tucked the pill away and smiled faintly. "You're too kind, Master. Your pill-making skills are solid, and I still have much to learn from you."
Hearing this, Yue Guan burst into laughter. "Haha, good, good, good! Let's call it mutual learning then? If you ever need to refine pills again in the future, feel free to come find me!"
"Absolutely." Dai Chengfeng clasped his hands together. "Thank you once again for your kindness, Master Yue Guan. I'll take my leave now."
"No need for formalities, you're always welcome!"
Yue Guan warmly escorted Dai Chengfeng out of the courtyard. Watching his departing figure, he couldn't help but marvel at the incredible pill-refining technique he had just witnessed. Muttering to himself, he said, "The younger generation is truly remarkable… The Spirit Hall has gained an extraordinary talent…"
Meanwhile, Dai Chengfeng returned to his room and carefully stored the specially prepared Soul-Forming Pill.
The night passed quietly and peacefully, with no disturbances.
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Early the next morning.
The sky was just beginning to lighten, shrouded in mist. The air was crisp and damp, carrying the faint fragrance of grass and trees. A cool breeze carried a hint of chill.
Dewdrops clung to the leaves and eaves, occasionally dripping down with a faint, crystalline sound, further accentuating the tranquility of the morning.
Outside the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Manor in Spirit City.
At this moment, a middle-aged man dressed in black, with a somewhat effeminate demeanor, stood alongside a blue-haired youth, patiently waiting outside the courtyard.
After a short while…
The middle-aged man suddenly turned to the youth beside him. "Xiao San, I told you I could handle this alone. We don't even know how long we'll have to wait for Dai Chengfeng. Why don't you go back and rest?"
"After all, you still have training with Mu Bai and Xiao Ao during the day."
Seeing Yu Xiaogang's concern, Tang San gave a gentle and respectful smile. "Teacher, I'm just worried about you. After all, Dai Chengfeng is…"
He trailed off, but his meaning was clear.
"You…"
Yu Xiaogang chuckled and shook his head, feeling deeply gratified. He thought to himself that Tang San was truly worth all the effort he had put into raising him.
Seeing that Yu Xiaogang wasn't going to insist on sending him away, Tang San lightly stroked his chin. "Since this precious Soul-Forming Pill will ultimately be given to me…"
As he thought this, his gaze casually swept over Yu Xiaogang, sensing the significantly enhanced spiritual energy emanating from him—energy that seemed unusually pure after consuming the Soul-Forming Pill.
"A pill with such miraculous effects must not encounter any mishaps during the handover. I need to verify it personally."
For a moment, Tang San's heart was filled with anticipation.
Meanwhile, as Master and disciple Yu Xiaogang and Tang San waited, each harboring their own thoughts…
Tap, tap, tap…
A steady rhythm of footsteps approached from the distance.
Curious, the two looked up to see Dai Chengfeng walking slowly toward them, clad in a pristine white robe. The morning light bathed him, accentuating his tall stature and extraordinary presence.
"He's here!"
Seeing the main character arrive, Yu Xiaogang and Tang San exchanged a glance before quickly stepping forward to greet him.
At the same time, Dai Chengfeng also noticed Yu Xiaogang and Tang San, who was standing behind him.
Logically, Dai Chengfeng should have paid more attention to Tang San, the protagonist of the original story. However, his gaze lingered primarily on Yu Xiaogang.
Dai Chengfeng wasn't sure if it was his imagination…
But he couldn't shake the feeling that Yu Xiaogang seemed even more effeminate today than yesterday, especially in the way he stood and his subtle gestures.
On the other side, Yu Xiaogang was completely unaware of Dai Chengfeng's thoughts.
Unconsciously curling his fingers into a delicate gesture, his voice carried a note of urgency and an almost imperceptible sharpness. "Dai Chengfeng, did you bring the Soul-Forming Pill?"
Tang San also stepped forward, his gaze cold as he addressed Dai Chengfeng in a calm tone. "We meet again, Dai Chengfeng!"
Looking at Tang San, who greeted him, Dai Chengfeng smiled faintly, his sense of amusement growing stronger. "Indeed, this second Soul-Forming Pill is meant for Tang San…"
"And in the future, Tang San and Xiao Wu might just become 'sisters,' huh?"
Thinking about this scenario, Dai Chengfeng found it quite amusing!
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