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191: Chapter 190 Dragon and Phoenix Origin FruitAlthough with Chen Yang’s strength, he might be able to protect them safely, people always have moments of negligence, and if someone were to get hurt, the loss would outweigh the gain.

”Then we shall follow Xiao Yi Xian’s suggestion. Myself, Xiao Yi Xian, Gu Yuena, and Zi Yan—the four of us will set out together.”

Chen Yang slowly announced the list of people who would be setting out.

Upon hearing that she was not on the list for the Dou Sheng Ruin, Zi Yan immediately felt incredibly disappointed.

She was naturally lively and active, and she yearned for such adventurous and exciting things; how could she miss out?

However, Xiao Yi Xian held a high position in everyone’s hearts, so she dared not easily object and could only helplessly accept the arrangement.

However, when she heard Chen Yang say that he would take her along after all, her previously lowered head instantly lifted, her eyes sparkling with excitement. She looked at Chen Yang with anticipation and asked, ”Really? Chen Yang, can I go too?”

Watching Zi Yan’s cute expression, Chen Yang smiled and nodded, saying, ”Of course. After all, your fortuitous encounter is within this Dou Sheng Ruin, so you must go.”

Hearing Chen Yang’s affirmative reply, Zi Yan jumped up in excitement, a brilliant smile blooming on her face.

In the Beast Region, a small town on the outskirts of the Dou Sheng Ruin was currently enveloped in noise and bustle.

Under the guidance of Wind Venerable, Xiao Yan stepped onto this land. The Starfall Pavilion had not sent its entire force this time; only the three of them were traveling together: Xiao Yan, Wind Venerable, and Yao Chen in his soul state.

Gazing at the bustling crowd before him and listening to the rising and falling cries of vendors, Xiao Yan couldn’t help but exclaim, ”As expected of the appearance of a Dou Sheng Ruin; this originally obscure little town has now become jam-packed with people.”

His gaze darted through the crowd, observing those faces filled with urgency and desire. He felt filled with anticipation for the upcoming exploration of the ruin, yet also felt a faint sense of worry.

”Haha, Little Yan-zi, after all, this is a Dou Sheng Ruin. Even a Dou Zun expert like myself is incredibly eager for the fortuitous encounters within; do you think the people from those sects would not come?”

Wind Venerable stroked his beard, looking at the road ahead that was packed so tightly that not even water could trickle through, and shook his head gently.

A hint of helplessness appeared in his eyes; with so many experts gathered here, obtaining benefits within the ruin would certainly be fraught with difficulties.

”Indeed. Dou Sheng—that is a synonym for the true peak of experts. If one could obtain the fortuitous encounters within, it would be enough to undergo a rebirth.” Xiao Yan nodded slightly, a resolute light flashing in his eyes.

Xiao Yan knew well how rare this opportunity was, and he understood that the hope of resurrecting Yao Chen largely rested on this exploration of the ruin.

As the two slowly stepped into the town, they saw that it had already been divided into different spheres of influence.

The flags of major factions like the Wind and Thunder Pavilion, Heavenly Demon Phoenix, Ten Thousand Swords Pavilion, Xuanming Sect, and Burning Flame Valley snapped in the wind. They had evidently arrived long ago and were anxiously waiting for the barrier on the periphery of the ruin to dissipate.

Each sect had a Dou Zun expert leading the team. Besides these major factions of the Central Plains, there were also many alliances spontaneously formed by rogue cultivators.

They were either discussing in groups of two or three, or closing their eyes to rest and conserve strength, all waiting for that moment to enter the ruin and change their destinies.

”Little Yan-zi, do you know our goal this time?”

Wind Venerable suddenly turned his head to look at Xiao Yan, his gaze carrying a hint of expectation.

Xiao Yan’s expression turned serious, and he nodded solemnly, saying, ”Teacher has already told me. It is the soul infant fruit. This fruit can repair Teacher’s soul, and then we will be able to refine a body for Teacher and completely resurrect him.”

Whenever Yao Chen was mentioned, a complex emotion would well up in Xiao Yan’s eyes—a mix of respect for his teacher and a firm determination to resurrect him.

Hearing this, Wind Venerable nodded and said again, ”Since that is the case, when we enter the Dou Sheng Ruin, we must search carefully. I hope this precious medicinal ingredient is within this ruin.”

He looked up toward the Dou Sheng Ruin, which emitted a powerful aura, and silently prayed for everything to go smoothly.

Just as everyone was making preparations to enter the ruin, a massive crack suddenly tore open in the sky above the perimeter of the Dou Sheng Ruin.

In the pitch-black void, Chen Yang stepped out slowly, bringing Xiao Yi Xian, Gu Yuena, and Zi Yan with him.

This sudden scene instantly attracted everyone’s attention.

”Who is that? Why is his entrance so high-profile?” one cultivator frowned, looking at Chen Yang in the sky, and asked with a face full of confusion.

His eyes were filled with vigilance. In this place where experts gathered, any strange and powerful presence could bring about variables.

”Brother, you don’t even know him?” Another cultivator, hearing the question from the person beside him, couldn’t help but widen his eyes, as if he had heard something incredible. ”He is called Chen Yang, the champion of this year’s Pill Gathering. Do you know what kind of pill he refined at the Pill Gathering?”

His voice carried a hint of excitement. He was clearly very knowledgeable about Chen Yang’s deeds and was now impatient to share them with others.

”Haha, brother, I just came out of seclusion, so I really don’t know what pill this Chen Yang refined at the Pill Gathering.” The cultivator scratched his head awkwardly, his face full of curiosity.

Because he had been in seclusion cultivation, he had missed this year’s Pill Gathering and naturally knew nothing about Chen Yang.

”What he refined at the Pill Gathering was a Ninth-Grade Treasure Pill!” This cultivator looked at Chen Yang in the sky with a fanatic expression, his eyes sparkling with worship.

The successful refinement of a Ninth-Grade Treasure Pill had caused a sensation throughout the entire Fighting Qi Continent, which meant that Chen Yang already stood at the peak of Alchemists.

”What!”

The other cultivator widened his eyes in shock, simply unable to believe his ears.

His heart was filled with shock; he could hardly imagine that someone in this year’s Pill Gathering could actually refine a Ninth Grade Pill.

Upon learning Chen Yang’s identity, this cultivator also looked up, his eyes filled with burning intensity as he gazed at Chen Yang in the sky.

On the Fighting Qi Continent, a Ninth-Grade Alchemist brought not only supreme honor but also heartfelt respect from everyone.

After all, no one was willing to offend such an expert capable of refining heaven-defying pills.

The leaders of those sects also noticed Chen Yang’s appearance. They successively utilized their movement techniques, flew into the sky, arrived before Chen Yang, and bowed respectfully.

”I am Tian Mingzi, the Sect Master of the Xuanming Sect. Greetings, Lord Chen Yang.” Tian Mingzi bowed his head slightly, his tone carrying a hint of awe.

He knew the weight of a Ninth-Grade Alchemist well; he dared not show the slightest negligence before Chen Yang.

”I am Bing He, the Valley Master of the Ice River Valley. Greetings, Lord Chen Yang.” Bing He’s voice was cold, but when facing Chen Yang, he couldn’t help but lower his posture.

”I am Valley Master Tang Zhen of the Burning Flame Valley. Greetings, Lord Chen Yang.” Valley Master Tang Zhen’s voice was resonant. His eyes revealed a hint of curiosity and appraisal, as if he were guessing Chen Yang’s purpose for coming this time.

Many sect masters announced their names and affiliations, expressing their respect for Chen Yang.

”I am Chen Yang.”