Tyrant Sky Martial Soul

Chapter 1273: Chapter 1273: Divine Fire Shows Its Power

Two sets of medicinal materials wasted, resulting in immediate elimination.

However, the eliminated alchemist still wore a bewildered expression, completely unable to comprehend why they had failed.

It felt as though they were lost amid mist and clouds.

This startled the remaining alchemists who had yet to use their second set of materials, prompting them to hastily set their materials aside.

They were genuinely frightened and momentarily thrown into confusion.

Despite the murmurs of speculation from the crowd outside, Ling Xiao appeared utterly oblivious to them, focused solely on his unique approach to refining pills.

Instead of adhering to standard practices, he brazenly tossed both sets of medicinal materials into the alchemy furnace at the same time!

Doing so was much quicker than the process of merging and refining the two Closed Moon Flowers individually, but the method was reckless and increased the likelihood of failure due to redundant materials.

As a result, both Sun Ran and Ji Qing held little hope for his success.

On the contrary, Tianhai Zhen Zhu executed her refinement method strictly in line with Ji Qing’s recommendations, her process progressing smoothly, though it consumed more time.

”Hehe, I’ve said it before—alchemists of the land races are utter trash. Such simple tasks, and none of them seem to grasp the right approach. It’s downright pathetic.”

Perhaps because her alchemy had entered its safest stage, Tianhai Zhen Zhu finally found the leisure to ridicule others.

Though she had repeated such remarks several times already, none of the alchemists present could refute her words.

After all, what Tianhai Zhen Zhu pointed out seemed to ring true—aside from Ling Xiao, that reckless oddball, none of the others had thought of the correct method.

”Yet you’re no better yourself. Your methods remain mired in convention. And don’t forget, Tianhai Zhen Zhu, you lost the first round to me. If I’m trash, then you’re even less than trash.”

Amid an atmosphere of frustration among spectators and alchemists, a cool voice suddenly pierced through.

”It’s Ling Xiao!”

”That’s right, we’ve still got him!”

”He hasn’t failed yet!”

Tianhai Zhen Zhu’s expression soured visibly.

She could mock every other alchemist participating in the tournament, but Ling Xiao was the one she had no right to belittle.

”This round, you’re bound to lose!”

After suppressing her anger for a long time, she finally spat out, ”From the moment you threw both sets of medicinal materials into the furnace simultaneously, you committed a reckless and idiotic act. You’re even dumber than they are!”

”People who know nothing and can only call others idiots are, in fact, the true ignoramuses. I don’t even want to argue with you because, in this second round, you’re still no match for me in the end!”

Ling Xiao chuckled lightly and turned his gaze back to his alchemy platform.

He intended to use actions to teach Tianhai Zhen Zhu the proper way to speak.

”Well said!”

Cheers thundered from the audience.

Soon after, a moment of astonishment swept through the crowd as they noticed two fiery crimson flames emerging from Ling Xiao’s hands.

The flames burned intensely, fiercely, as though they could melt anything in their path.

”What kind of flames are those? Mystical Fire? Immortal Fire?”

Many audience members stood up, their eyes glued to the flames emanating from Ling Xiao’s hands as they buzzed with speculation.

For an alchemist, flames and soul power were both indispensable.

The stronger one’s flames, the more powerful their soul power; coupled with skillful techniques, producing superior pills was a guaranteed outcome.

Dan Qing and Ji Luoyu were known to wield Mystical Fires.

However, the crimson flame released by Ling Xiao left many struggling to identify it, let alone discern its rank.

While the audience failed to figure it out, the flames were instantly recognizable to the alchemists present.

”It’s the Samadhi True Fire!”

Finally, someone spoke up with the answer.

”The Samadhi True Fire, one of the Twelve Sacred Flames! This is one of the highest-ranking Divine Fires; no wonder Ling Xiao has the courage to throw both sets of materials in at once. With a fire of this caliber and his skill, he might really achieve something others could never manage.”

Ji Qing’s face lit up with a radiant smile.

Ling Xiao, this young man, never ceased to amaze him.

”Hahaha, Ling Xiao really knows how to surprise us. This time, that cheeky Sea Race girl will find it far from easy to defeat him.”

Jackson Le Grandmaster was grinning ear to ear.

He had been thoroughly irritated by Tianhai Zhen Zhu’s arrogance and brashness.

Now, finally, there was someone able to shut her up. How could he not rejoice?

”He actually has Divine Fire to aid him—no wonder he’s so confident!” Ji Luoyu murmured in astonishment.

Dan Qing also felt the intense heat emanating from the Divine Fire, which left him somewhat unsettled and uneasy.

Compared to Ling Xiao, he seemed so lacking—it was downright demoralizing.

Moon Lady truly relished the sight of her man being treated like a hero.

Here and now, among this crowd, Ling Xiao was the only one capable of standing against that monstrous Sea Race girl, of turning the tide, and becoming a real hero.

Her man was meant to be like this.

Yun Ya’s beautiful eyes sparkled with a gleam of admiration.

Hua Fuguang and Hua Lueying were so excited they hugged each other tightly.

Fengming Piaoxue’s eyes glowed luminously, exuding charm and radiance.

Even Tianhai Zhen Zhu, stunned momentarily, eventually revealed an expression of determination and ferocity.

She had lost the first round to Ling Xiao, but there was no way she would let herself lose this one.

However, Ling Xiao paid little attention to the myriad forms of focus upon him.

At this moment, his mind was wholly consumed by the alchemy furnace in front of him.

The crimson flames of Samadhi True Fire rose beneath the furnace, imbued with an air of mystery and majesty.

Minutes passed. Dan Qing and Ji Luoyu had already completed their pill refinement and were done.

Following them, more than a hundred participants gradually finished the test.

Yet none of them displayed even the slightest sense of joy.

Although they had salvaged their mistakes and avoided failure, they had ultimately taken the wrong path.

They had merely scraped by.

All of their attention turned to Ling Xiao and Tianhai Zhen Zhu.

These two were the true standouts of the duel.

Both worked at blazing speeds!

Both displayed exceptional technique!

The only difference was that Tianhai Zhen Zhu seemed more seasoned and composed, like an eighty-year-old veteran alchemist rather than an eighteen-year-old girl.

Ling Xiao’s movements, on the other hand, lacked the calm that comes with age, but his flair was extraordinary. His every action appeared meticulously calculated, free from hesitation.

Each carried their distinct style, with their own unique appeal.

But nearly everyone present supported Ling Xiao.

After all, Tianhai Zhen Zhu was from the Sea Race.

Ling Xiao was a rare and representative figure of the land races’ humans!

Moreover, Tianhai Zhen Zhu had previously made remarks that deeply annoyed both the audience and alchemists alike.

”I initially thought Ling Xiao didn’t have any advantage except for his superior flames compared to Tianhai Zhen Zhu. But now I see—even in pill refinement speed, he’s not a step behind her! Incredible, how did this guy train to reach such heights?”

Having finished her alchemy, Ji Luoyu had ample time and energy to focus on the duel between the two.

Ling Xiao’s performance repeatedly shattered her expectations of what could be considered miraculous.