NOVEL NEXT Chapter 538: Chapter 538: The Space Trading Convention
Chapter 538: The Space Trading Convention
In a secluded part of Burnflame Valley, Xiao Ze manipulated his hand signs, channeling a tremendous amount of soul power into the cauldron for the final phase of the medicinal pill's formation, stoking the last bit of fire. A wisp of medicinal fragrance shot straight into the sky, immediately followed by rolling thunder, with colorful lightning flashing among the clouds.
Looking up at the suddenly condensed thunderclouds, Xiao Ze felt the imposing aura emanating from them, as if they were about to unleash their full force to obliterate the nascent pill.
Xiao Ze's hand revealed a root of the Origin Tree. With a flick of his finger, the root shot into the eight-colored thunderclouds at a speed invisible to the naked eye. Upon entering the clouds, the root transformed from a finger-length twig into a massive golden tree tens of meters tall.
The Golden Tree rooted itself in the thunderclouds, its branches sprawling out adorned with dazzling golden leaves formed from the Origin Emperor Flame. The appearance of the Golden Tree caused the eight-colored thunderclouds to fluctuate violently.
As if provoked and insulted, the eight-colored Dan thunder furiously surged toward the Golden Tree. However, facing the onslaught of the Dan thunder, the Golden Tree stood firm like a stalwart rock on the shore, unaffected by the relentless sea.
The roots anchored deeply within the thunderclouds, continuously absorbing the cloud's energy. The branches swept through, exuding an unmatched devouring power that consumed all encountered Dan thunder entirely. The swaying golden leaves brushed against the eight-colored Dan thunder, causing it to silently vanish.
In the bamboo forest, Ancestor Huoyun watched the thunderclouds with a grave expression. The eight-colored Dan thunder was no threat to him, but the presence within the clouds that could swiftly devour even thunder tribulations truly made him wary.
"A capability to devour thunder? This fellow's secrets are indeed endless," Ancestor Huoyun mused.
Meanwhile, Tang Zhen, guarding the secret location, looked up at the sky, alarmed by the energy brewing within the eight-colored Dan thunder. It made him reflect on how unpredictable life could be.
When he first met Xiao Ze, Xiao Ze's strength was far inferior to his own, and his only notable attributes were his position as an elder of the Pill Tower and his skills in alchemy. Now, the tribulation attracted by the pills Xiao Ze refined was beyond Tang Zhen's ability to withstand.
A tribulation that should have lasted tens of minutes was dissipated in just a few under the influence of the Golden Tree, with all its thunderous energy depleted.
The Golden Tree reverted back to the Origin Tree root and landed in Xiao Ze's palm. With a flip of his wrist, he stowed it away in the void space.
With his current strength, Xiao Ze felt free to use his abilities without restraint, as there were few left who could question him. Higher-level Dou Saints, bound by ancient racial treaties, couldn't easily intervene, and lower-level ones posed no real threat to him; he could either defeat them or escape if necessary.
Xiao Ze felt his connection with the Origin Tree strengthen slightly and shook his head, thinking to himself, "Better than nothing." What used to be a formidable eight-colored Dan thunder now barely contributed to his power, a testament to how much energy he required to advance his strength.
As Xiao Ze was contemplating his minimal gains, the lid of the golden cauldron in front of him suddenly shifted. A snow-white rabbit with hints of ice-blue fur peeked out. The appearance of a rabbit in such a high-temperature environment was starkly out of place.
Glancing around, the rabbit's ice-blue eyes shimmered with life, reflecting Xiao Ze's figure. As the figure beckoned, the rabbit instinctively leapt toward him.
Xiao Ze caught the plump rabbit, and although it looked cute, it was not a real rabbit but a Dan beast. Its cool body was pleasant to touch, and its smooth fur felt luxurious under his hands.
"This Grade 8 medicinal pill seems a bit dull, doesn't it?" Xiao Ze commented, lifting the rabbit by its forelimbs. The rabbit appeared dazed, its long legs flapping helplessly.
"This is the first high-grade medicinal pill I've refined that hasn't tried to escape."
Shaking his head, Xiao Ze tucked the rabbit into his robe, dispelled the cauldron, and walked out.
Tang Zhen watched Xiao Ze emerge with a rabbit in his arms, his gaze falling on the peculiar creature. "Chairman Xiao Ze, is this the legendary Dan beast?"
"Yes, it coincidentally formed into a Dan beast. This is a Heavenly Spirit Xuan Ice Pill, capable of resolving Ancestor Huoyun's affliction," Xiao Ze nodded, handing the rabbit over to Tang Zhen.
Tang Zhen, somewhat surprised, took the rabbit and inspected it closely, feeling it was somewhat absent-minded.
"Master Tang, since the alliance has been confirmed, I should not linger any longer."
Regaining his composure, Tang Zhen hurriedly interjected, "Chairman Xiao Ze, there's no need to rush off so soon. Your hasty departure makes Burnflame Valley seem inhospitable."
"The Space Trading Convention is about to convene, and it has items I need, crucial ones I cannot miss. Therefore, I cannot stay any longer, please understand," Xiao Ze explained.
Understanding the importance of the situation, Tang Zhen expressed his regret. As the master of Burnflame Valley, he was well aware of the Space Trading Convention, one of the highest-profile trading events on the Dou Qi Continent, where even celestial-level martial techniques and treasures were traded.
Thus, Tang Zhen did not hold him back but personally escorted Xiao Ze out of Burnflame Valley.
Later, returning to the bamboo forest, Tang Zhen handed the rabbit to the elder. "Father, where is Chairman Xiao Ze?" Tang Huo'er asked, noticing her father was alone.
"Chairman Xiao Ze has many matters to attend to," Tang Zhen replied.
Hearing this, Tang Huo'er nodded with a hint of disappointment. Tang Zhen and Ancestor Huoyun exchanged a look, both feeling a bit helpless.
Meanwhile, Xiao Ze quickly returned to the Pill Tower, informing the Little Pill Tower's Grand Elder that the alliance was finalized. He then set off with Qing Lin and Little Doctor Fairy to a desolate desert in the northeastern region of Central Province—the location for the Space Trading Convention.
With the alliance preliminarily established and the other top forces in agreement, Xiao Ze's presence was no longer crucial. The other matters could be managed by the Little Pill Tower's Grand Elder and the leaders of the other top forces through consultations.
(End of Chapter)
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