Rebirth: A Cinderella's Counterattack

Chapter 1225: Chapter 1205:

”Really?” Luo Qianqian asked hesitantly.

”Yes.” Yan nodded lightly, and in an instant, Luo Qianqian’s already serious expression became even more troubled.

Why has the difficulty of just the second task already begun to test their limits?

Turns out they have to perform alchemy? The most important thing is, even though Yan is here, he’s not exactly a master at it. To succeed in alchemy, considerable practice might be needed.

Moreover, the assistance... this assistance is quite intriguing.

Firstly, the alchemy process cannot be entrusted to others. A slight mistake could lead to the destruction of the concoction and the loss of materials.

Leading to the outcome of ending up with nothing.

So this assistance could only mean one thing, which is guarding, preventing unexpected factors from affecting the process, used for defense and protection.

But where there is guarding, relatively speaking, there might be... destruction?

Huangfu Yihui evidently also realized this, his expression slightly odd. ”Firstly, whether we succeed is uncertain. If another group attacks us, won’t we be...”

”We should have another task.” Luo Qianqian pondered for a moment, looking around at the absence of others, she said softly.

”What?”

Luo Qianqian produced a wooden token from her hand, the one she received from the elder before entering the Endless Forest.

Exactly, speed is just part of the process, but they must remember to bring enough wooden tokens!

Huangfu Yihui frowned slightly, his face showing a bit of confusion. ”But isn’t it that failing to complete the task would...”

”Is this the tool we complete our tasks with? It’s indeed cruel.” Luo Qianqian was silent for a moment, looking at the three of them. ”Which of you feels close to your limit now? I’m afraid there’s more to come for us.”

Watching the three shake their heads in unison, Luo Qianqian also smiled wryly, for she hadn’t felt it either.

A night breeze blew past, causing all four of them to shiver. The rustling leaves added a touch of mystery to the night.

”Looks like we need to play the Empty City Strategy.” Luo Qianqian took a deep breath and looked at the other three. ”Lure the tiger away from the mountain.”

Upon hearing Luo Qianqian’s words, Yan was stunned for a while but nodded. Even during the alchemy process, his defense was impenetrable!

He understood Luo Qianqian’s meaning. She meant for him to act alone while the other three attract attention and solve troubles. The main advantage was that their noise could reduce the chance of being discovered here, but the downside was that the resulting commotion might face unexpected situations beyond their imagination.

”I’m listening to you.” Huangfu Yihui didn’t say anything else, just cast a trusting gaze at Luo Qianqian.

Handing a package to Yan, Luo Qianqian waved at him, ”Hurry up and go. Remember to bring back good news, I wouldn’t want this effort to be in vain.”

Indeed, she didn’t share the remaining details with Yan, nor did Yan share his thoughts with the other three.

Both Luo Qianqian and Huangfu Yihui had the mark he left, enabling him to find them over any distance.

Clutching the cloth package, Yan turned and left without any hesitation.

Watching the silhouette gradually disappear into the shadows, Luo Qianqian exhaled deeply, ”Now, what should we do next...”

Listening to Luo Qianqian’s plan, the expressions of Huangfu Yihui and Bai Jian constantly shifted, making it hard to tell what they were thinking.

But when Luo Qianqian’s gaze fell upon them, they both nodded, affirming her idea.

A red glow shot into the sky, like a red long sword slicing through the silent night, accompanied by several low exclamations, drawing everyone’s attention. A small portion of them had already seen their task, and suddenly became deeply intrigued by the towering red light.

Just that it gave them a dizzying feeling, why did the glow representing the Fire Attribute carry such ferocity?

Despite the confusion, they all began running toward the red side, destined for a lively night.

Sitting on the rooftop with the alchemy furnace laid out in front, Luo Qianqian looked at the other two with a serious expression.

Bai Jian was responsible for the momentum, dancing with his sword on one side, while Huangfu Yihui held a flashlight in hand, wrapped with red plastic packaging.

If observed closely, faint traces of ”red braised beef noodles” and similar words were visible...

Upon hearing footsteps, the three instinctively glanced at each other. Huangfu Yihui put away the flashlight, while Bai Jian silently stood aside, both guarding the entire house.

Luo Qianqian closed her eyes, her hands caressing the outside of the alchemy furnace, feeling it get slightly hot, hmm...

”Heavens, could the alchemist be that young girl?” Observing the young girl seated on the rooftop, a man downstairs who could be called an uncle was full of disbelief and astonishment.

As a dedicated disciple striving for clan honor, witnessing someone so young yet powerful naturally made him feel ashamed.

Nevertheless, even with his exclamation, such a lineup brought about tremendous shock.

The astonishment reached a peak in front of this temporarily rented small flat.

The disappearing red light couldn’t stop people from rushing here, accelerating a few steps for fear of missing something, akin to households rushing to sales; all bound by intense resolve.

At that precise moment, a fragrance wafted to the nasal cavities of those below the house, prompting puzzled expressions as they inhaled, wondering what the aroma was.

Luo Qianqian blushed with embarrassment momentarily, but she kept sitting solemnly on the rooftop, confidently upheld by the dark surroundings, oblivious to anyone seeing her blush, acting with impunity.

The alchemy furnace was provided by Huangfu Yihui, but the contents within were contributed by Luo Qianqian.

Wood charcoal, iron frames, iron nets, and even barbecue sauce.

That is correct, the fragrance filling the air was the aroma of meat grilled with barbecue sauce being fully cooked!

Standing amidst prying eyes, Luo Qianqian rose and maintained her composure, gazed toward the alchemy furnace, as her hands emitted a white mist, approaching the fire inlet slowly, channeling the mist inside until the aroma ceased, though she wore a peculiar expression.

From her palm inserted into the inlet, black smoke gradually rose between her fingers???

Seems the fire’s gone out...

Deeply flustered, Luo Qianqian pondered what to do next?

After a brief silence, she opted to extinguish the fire, as no fire was better than emitting black smoke, right?

Luo Qianqian just retained her transcendent and resolute demeanor, standing before the alchemy furnace.

They needed to buy Yan three days, typically alchemy takes one day, the materials could withstand two attempts at most, combining adjustment and seeking time, three days were the maximum they could ensure for him.

Yet only one night had passed so far...

With sunlight’s appearance, pressure surges abruptly, as if the Star Path is light-controlled, imposing greater stress upon exposure to light.

Most who stood here were the elites from various sects and noble clans, otherwise, they wouldn’t bypass preliminary contests, directly leap into finals.

For those coming here, they all aimed for experience, fully knowing the journey’s perils, battling against odds.

Of ten who entered, not necessarily one would emerge.