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185: Chapter 184 Three Thousand Blazing Flames”Three days from now, the top ten finishers of this Pill Gathering will each have a precious opportunity to subdue the Heavenly Flame of the starry sky—the Three Thousand Burning Flame.”

Xuan Kongzi, dressed in a long robe, stood steadily on the high platform with a calm expression. His clear, powerful voice echoed over the entire Pill Gathering plaza like a booming bell.

His eyes were like torches as he slowly scanned the dense crowd below, missing no corner. He paused slightly, then added, ”Very well, let this Pill Gathering conclude successfully.”

As Xuan Kongzi’s authoritative announcement fell, the originally lively and boisterous spectator stands began to stir, with the crowd slowly moving.

Everyone’s faces bore different emotions—excitement, disappointment, and contemplation. They walked in twos and threes, whispering to each other, and headed towards the exit in an orderly fashion.

Xiao Yan was among the crowd. His figure was upright, yet at this moment, he slightly lowered his head, as if deep in thought.

Before leaving, he couldn’t help but look up at Chen Yang, who was not far away. A complex, indescribable emotion flashed through his eyes in an instant.

Among these emotions was unwillingness at failing to win the championship; after all, he had put in countless efforts, overcoming obstacles on the path of alchemy. But more than that, it was admiration for Chen Yang’s shocking alchemy prowess.

The Ninth-Grade Alchemist level that Chen Yang had displayed during the Pill Gathering had already surpassed the height he could currently reach, making him realize that he still had a long way to go.

A moment later, Xiao Yan sighed softly, lowered his head, and gradually drifted away with the flow of people, his back looking somewhat lonely.

However, Cao Ying and Dan Chen were different from the others. They moved with graceful, light steps, slowly walking towards the direction where Chen Yang was located.

Cao Ying’s face was currently full of distress, her brows slightly furrowed, as if harboring countless worries.

Her mood was like a tangled mess, too complex to unravel.

All along, Cao Ying had been full of confidence in her own alchemy strength. In her heart, although Dan Chen was her good friend, her alchemy level should logically be below her own.

But this Pill Gathering had completely shattered her perception.

The grade of the medicinal pill Dan Chen refined was actually the same as hers—both were Eight-Grade pills with Five-Color Pill Lightning.

This fact was like a thorn, gently pricking her heart, causing her to harbor an unspeakable resentment toward Dan Chen.

This kind of resentment felt inexplicable even to herself, yet it was impossible to shake off.

As for Chen Yang, Cao Ying’s feelings were even more mixed, as if a spice rack had been overturned.

Recalling when she first met Chen Yang, Chen Yang was just a fledgling novice in alchemy, who even needed her to provide pill recipes and slowly explore under her guidance.

But who could have imagined that time would fly by, and in just a few short years, Chen Yang had become like a suddenly rising star, shining brilliantly in the alchemy world, not only becoming the champion of the Pill Gathering but also a highly respected and revered Ninth-Grade Alchemist.

Such a huge gap was like a chasm lying between her and Chen Yang, making her always feel a sense of inferiority in front of him, unable to hold her head high.

Although she could refine Eight-Grade pills with Five-Color Pill Lightning, which in the eyes of others was already an extremely remarkable achievement, compared to Chen Yang’s Ninth-Grade Treasure Pill, it seemed so insignificant.

It was just like the gap between a Dou Zun and a Dou Sheng; one was a powerhouse standing just below the peak, while the other was an existence truly standing at the peak, overlooking all living things.

The Five-Color Pill Lightning pill she had once been so proud of, in front of Chen Yang’s Ninth-Grade Treasure Pill, was like a firefly beneath the brilliance of the sun, instantly losing all its light and being easily crushed.

”Chen Yang, I really didn’t expect that your alchemy strength would already be at the same level as my master, Xuan Kongzi, yet our ages are not that different.”

Cao Ying stood a few steps away from Chen Yang, looking up at his incomparably handsome face, her eyes full of emotion as she sighed softly and said slowly.

Her voice contained both admiration for Chen Yang and a hint of helplessness and self-mockery toward herself.

Upon hearing Cao Ying’s words, the corners of Chen Yang’s mouth curled up slightly, revealing a warm smile that felt like the sun in spring, making one feel incredibly comfortable.

He turned slightly, raised his hand to gently wrap around Cao Ying’s shoulder, and took the opportunity to playfully flick her nose, laughing as he said: ”Haha, Ying’er, isn’t my alchemy, your husband’s, the same as yours? Tonight, let your husband guide you properly, and your alchemy skills will surely improve.”

The tone was filled with both doting and confidence. In Chen Yang’s arms, Cao Ying looked up at his mischievous face; that smile seemed to have a magical power, instantly making her cheeks turn crimson, like a ripe apple.

Her heart was both shy and sweet. She raised her hand to lightly tap Chen Yang’s chest, letting out a soft ”Mn” from her mouth. Her voice was soft and glutinous, and her shy appearance seemed to anticipate Chen Yang’s ”naughty thoughts.”

At this moment, she was completely immersed in this warm and sweet atmosphere; the previous worries and distress seemed to have been cast to the nine heavens.

Dan Chen, standing to the side, saw this warm scene and couldn’t help but raise her hand to cover her mouth, her eyes smiling like crescent moons, her face blooming with a smile.

Her eyes were full of blessings for Cao Ying and Chen Yang, the smile sincere and pure.

In her view, it was an incredibly happy thing for Cao Ying to find someone so excellent and loving.

Xiao Yi Xian and the others had originally been full of joy, wanting to come forward to see Chen Yang and share this happiness with him.

They saw Chen Yang from afar, their eyes flickering with excited light, and their footsteps unconsciously quickened.

But when they walked closer and saw Chen Yang intimately conversing with Cao Ying, immersed in their own two-person world, Xiao Yi Xian slightly furrowed her brows, a trace of hesitation flashing in her eyes.

She turned to look at the others beside her, and everyone understood tacitly. Thus, led by Xiao Yi Xian, they silently chose not to disturb them, instead turning and walking towards the direction of the mansion.

Along the way, everyone was softly discussing Chen Yang’s brilliant performance in the Pill Gathering, their eyes filled with admiration and pride.

Time passed quickly, like a white horse passing a crack in a wall, and three days slipped away in an instant.

The morning sunlight filtered through the gaps in the window, spilling onto the floor of the room and forming patches of golden light.

Chen Yang slowly pushed open the door and walked out of the room. He stretched, gently exhaled a breath of turbid air, and looked up at the sun hanging high in the sky. The sunlight spilled onto his face, making him feel that everything was incredibly wonderful.

Over these three days, he had spent a sweet and unforgettable time with Cao Ying, Xiao Yi Xian, and the others, especially cherishing Cao Ying, so much so that at this moment, Cao Ying was still fast asleep in the room with Xiao Yi Xian and the others. The sound of their even breathing seemed to be telling of their sweetness and satisfaction.

However, none of this was important; what was important was that today was the day to head to the Pill Tower to subdue the Three Thousand Burning Flame.