Seeing the main door of the hall slowly opening, Su Li's expression became slightly more respectful. Without any hesitation, she slightly raised her hand towards Xiao Ling and made a "please" gesture, and then walked into the hall first.
When Xiao Ling saw this, his expression became stern, he nodded slightly, and then followed closely behind Su Li. The footsteps of the two people echoed in the empty hall, and there was a vague feeling of solemnity.
They walked along several winding corridors, with ancient mysterious patterns painted on the walls on both sides, as if telling stories from the past.
Passing through numerous palaces, the sun shines in through the mottled carved windows, casting dots of light and shadow.
Finally, Su Li brought Xiao Ling to a quiet courtyard with lush vegetation and a simple pavilion in the center surrounded by some strangely shaped stones that seemed to have different meanings.
In the small courtyard, there is a crystal clear pool, the water surface sparkling in the sunlight. The rocks beside the pool are scattered in various directions, and there is a woman sitting on one of the larger rocks.
She turned her back to Xiao Ling and Su Li, and seemed not to notice their arrival. Her silky black hair fell like a waterfall, almost covering most of her back, and only her graceful figure could be faintly seen.
The breeze blew gently, and her hair occasionally fluttered, but it was still difficult to see her appearance clearly, casting a mysterious veil over her whole body.
At this time, the woman was holding some fruits in her hand. She leaned over slightly, lightly twirled the fruits on her fingertips, and then put them into the pool one by one.
The fish in the water seemed to have a tacit understanding, and schools of colorful fish swam in instantly.
Those fish were red like fire, gold like light, white like snow, and some had wonderful patterns. They shuttled nimbly through the water, their tails swaying lightly, creating circles of tiny ripples.
The fishes rushed to eat the fruits, and some even jumped out of the water, splashing crystal water. The cheerful scene complemented the woman's leisurely contentment, like a smart picture.
Seeing this person, Suli hurriedly bowed and saluted respectfully, her tone full of respect: "The Supreme Elder."
"Girl Suli, you're here." The woman heard Suli's voice and said softly, "The little guy next to you is the alchemy master you mentioned in the previous message. Look at his heroic appearance. What a handsome young man with an outstanding appearance.”
After saying this, she turned around lightly, looking towards Su Li and Xiao Ling with a gentle smile.
After listening to the previous conversation between the two, Xiao Ling could also identify that the woman in front of him was the supreme elder of Yin Valley.
This was the first time Xiao Ling met the legendary Supreme Elder of Yingu. When he was walking around in the Sound Valley before, he had never seen any portrait or any record of this Supreme Elder.
It was completely different from Xiao Ling's imagination of the weak body and old face of a seriously injured person. The woman in front of him gave people a wonderful feeling of being closely connected with nature.
This woman's face looked extremely young, as if she was just a young girl in her twenties or eighties.
However, the temperament exuding from her body is completely different from that of the girl. It is a deeper, calmer and full of charm, as if the precipitation of the years has been condensed in it.
There is no trace of the majesty of other peak powerhouses on his body, only an aura of peace permeates his body.
At first glance, she seems unremarkable, but if you look carefully, you will feel like you have fallen into a gentle trap. You can't help but be immersed in it, and you will naturally feel close to her in your heart.
Even Xiao Ling, whose soul power has now reached the Great Perfection of the Spiritual Realm, cannot accurately detect this person's specific cultivation level. He can only vaguely feel that the other person's cultivation level is unfathomable, and he is definitely not something he can easily provoke now.
Xiao Ling just glanced lightly and then looked away. The person in front of her was indeed extremely beautiful, but Xiao Ling had also seen a lot of things in the world, so how could he act impolitely.
After all, the other party is a strong semi-saint, and due respect is essential.
Xiao Ling cupped her hands and said solemnly: "Xiao Ling, I have met my senior."
At present, the name of the Supreme Elder of Yin Valley has not been known, so Xiao Ling can only call her "senior" for the time being.
"This is Chu Wanqing, little one, from now on you don't call me senior, just call me Sister Qing." Chu Wanqing seemed to notice Xiao Ling's strangeness, smiled slightly, and her tone was very easy-going.
Hearing this, Xiao Ling couldn't help but twitch the corner of his mouth. Ning Yuxi and Su Li, whom he had come into contact with before, were both women with cold personalities and peerless looks, which were in sharp contrast to the Chu Wanqing in front of him.
This half-saint Supreme Elder of Sound Valley has a particularly easy-going personality. Compared with Xiao Ling's original stereotype of the cold and dusty members of Sound Valley, it is really different.
However, Xiao Ling naturally had no reason to refuse a semi-saint strong man who was willing to take the initiative to get closer to him.
Although it felt a little weird and unnatural when he shouted, he still shouted "Sister Qing" from the bottom of his heart: "Sister Qing."
Seeing Xiao Ling's awkward voice and slightly evasive eyes, Chu Wanqing couldn't help covering her mouth and giggled.
She looked like a young girl who had discovered something new, her face was full of joy, and she completely lacked the majestic image of the powerful seniors.
Su Li on the side saw the appearance of her Supreme Elder and shook her head helplessly, not knowing what to say for a moment.
Although the Supreme Elder of his family seemed to be amiable when interacting with others, Chu Wan knew clearly that this was just superficial politeness. Under the easy-going appearance, he hid a noble and hard-to-reach heart.
However, the Supreme Elder's attitude towards Xiao Ling this time seemed to be particularly friendly.
"It seems that the Supreme Elder's first impression of Master Xiao Ling was very good." Su Li thought silently in her heart, her eyes moving on Chu Wanqing and Xiao Ling, and a hint of unnoticeable thought flashed in her eyes.
Chu Wanqing chuckled twice, and then returned to her previous easy-going attitude. Her eyes flicked between Xiao Ling and Su Li, with a questioning look in her eyes: "Okay, okay, that's the end of the joke. Let's get down to business. Have you already taken the spiritual source when you come this time?" Has the refining of the Replenishing Heng Pill been successful? I really didn’t expect that in just a few days, the eighth-grade Spiritual Resilience Replenishing Pill has been refined?”
"That's right, Supreme Elder, Master Xiao Ling has already refined the Lingyuan Restoration Pill," Su Li replied from the side, her voice clear and calm, echoing in the small courtyard. "Moreover, what was refined is the top-notch eighth-grade, nine-color, three-pattern spiritual source complex pill."
"Huh? At the eighth-grade and nine-color level, girl Suli, are you kidding me?" Chu Wanqing was slightly startled, and the relaxed look on her face immediately turned serious, and her tone became more serious. A flash of surprise flashed in her bright eyes.
Previously, when she saw Su Li bringing Xiao Ling here, she guessed that the quality of the elixir should reach the eighth level. After all, if it is an eighth-grade elixir, it requires the assistance of alien fire to completely refine the potency.
However, she originally only guessed that what she was refining was an eighth-grade primary or intermediate elixir. As for the situation of directly refining an eighth-grade peak elixir, she had never had such an idea at all.
After all, Xiao Ling is too young. He is only in his early twenties. It is already very impressive to be able to refine eighth-grade elixirs. Being able to refine an eighth-grade and nine-color elixir was simply unbelievable to her.
"Haha, Sister Qing, you can tell if this is the eighth-grade nine-color elixir at a glance. I believe this elixir will help you recover from your injuries."
Xiao Ling smiled slightly, then took out the jade bottle containing the Three-line Spiritual Source Complex Heng Dan. With a flick of his wrist, he threw the jade bottle towards Chu Wanqing opposite.
Seeing this, Chu Wanqing stretched out her hand and made a gentle move, and the jade bottle fell steadily into her palm as if being pulled by invisible force.
Immediately, Chu Wanqing quickly uncorked the bottle and used her soul perception to penetrate deep into the bottle. Her face showed a bit of shock.
Lying inside the bottle was an eighth-grade and nine-color elixir. Although she is not an alchemist, she still has the ability to identify the grade of elixirs. She will never mistake such elixirs.
Chu Wanqing quickly came to her senses, regained her composure, shook her head slightly, and said with a hint of emotion: "I never expected that sir could refine eight-grade nine-color elixirs at such a young age. This is no longer a 'monster' Two words can describe it." She bowed slightly and said with an apology in her tone: "If there was any offense before, it was my fault. I hope you won't take it to heart."
At this time, Chu Wanqing's tone became more solemn. An alchemist who can refine such elixirs is enough to be on par with a semi-saint like her. In terms of influence, Xiao Ling, an alchemist, might even surpass her.
If Xiao Ling spreads the news that he can refine eighth-grade and nine-color elixirs, countless powerful people may be like bees smelling the fragrance of flowers, eager to become Xiao Ling's followers.
Xiao Ling waved her hand and said calmly: "Sister Qing is serious. I just have a little talent in alchemy, plus a bit of luck. As for the past, there was nothing offensive about Sister Qing. I was easy-going before. It’s so kind, I feel very welcome.”
He looked at Chu Wanqing with clear eyes, without any arrogance or complacency. "Although these eight-grade nine-color elixirs are rare, I have only achieved some results in the process of constantly exploring the art of alchemy. There is still a long way to go." We have a long way to go, how dare we be complacent because of this achievement.”
Although Xiao Ling's face still looked indifferent, his heart was actually quite happy. He was already used to the shock of passers-by, but the shocked expression of a powerful semi-saint like Chu Wanqing made him truly feel a different kind of satisfaction. This feeling of satisfaction spread quietly in his heart, making him feel a little happy secretly.
Seeing that Xiao Ling's reaction didn't seem to be fake, Chu Wanqing appreciated him even more. In this world where the strong are respected, it is rare to have such an accomplished person who is neither arrogant nor impetuous, and his future achievements will certainly be limitless.
"Now that you've said that, I won't be so polite. If you need help in the future, just come to me, Sister Qing." Chu Wanqing smiled and nodded, her eyes full of sincerity.
Being able to make friends with such a young man with unlimited potential is undoubtedly a good thing for himself and Yin Gu.
"If I need help, I will naturally come to Sister Qing for help." Xiao Ling responded with a relaxed expression, with the corners of her mouth raised slightly.
Then, he changed the topic and his tone became serious: "However, the top priority is to treat Sister Qing's injury first. As for other matters, we might as well discuss it later."
When Chu Wanqing heard Xiao Ling's words, her expression straightened, and the smile on her face gradually disappeared, replaced by a solemn expression. "That's true. From now on, it all depends on you, Xiao Ling. How should I cooperate?"
She knew that her injuries should not be underestimated, and the young man in front of her might be the key to her recovery.
"You must first find a secret room where no one will disturb you. Then I will use strange fire to help Sister Qing refine the power of the elixir to help you fully recover from your injuries." Xiao Ling nodded slightly and said after thinking for a moment.
"In that case, let me follow your arrangements." Chu Wanqing responded without hesitation, and then looked at Su Li, "Girl Su Li, just stay outside. If anything happens, I will inform you in time. Will you.”
"I understand, Supreme Elder." Su Li responded respectfully, with a hint of worry and expectation in her eyes.
Chu Wanqing nodded slightly and stood up from the rock lightly. After nodding towards Xiao Ling, she stepped forward and led Xiao Ling towards a secret room.
Seeing this, Xiao Ling followed closely behind. Under the sunlight, their figures dragged out long shadows in the small courtyard.
As they gradually moved away, the surrounding atmosphere seemed to become quiet and solemn.
Su Li stood quietly and watched the two people leave.
She could only clasp her hands and pray silently in her heart: "I hope Master Xiao Ling can help the Supreme Elder recover smoothly this time..."
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Inside the secret room, the surrounding walls shone with a faint sheen, and there seemed to be a strange energy flowing in it, completely isolating the place from the outside world, ensuring that there would not be the slightest disturbance.
Chu Wanqing sat cross-legged on the futon in the center of the secret room, her expression peaceful, like a lotus blooming in the quiet night. She closed her eyes slightly, and her originally peaceful aura became more restrained, as if she had become one with the secret room. She is adjusting her state at this time and preparing for the upcoming healing process.
"I'm ready, Xiao Ling, how should I cooperate with you?" After Chu Wanqing adjusted herself, she looked directly at Xiao Ling firmly, with trust and inquiry in her eyes.
"Sister Qing, you can just take out the elixir and take it. Then I will use the strange fire to help you completely refine the elixir." Xiao Ling nodded slightly and said with a calm and confident expression, which made people feel inexplicably reassuring.
Immediately, Xiao Ling's expression suddenly became a little subtle, and the topic changed, and he reminded: "By the way, Sister Qing, when you use strange fire to refine the medicine, it is very likely that your clothes will be burned. You have to be mentally prepared. , if it feels inappropriate, we will consider other methods.”
Xiao Ling was unsure. Although Chu Wanqing was a powerful semi-saint, he was not sure if she could ensure that her clothes would not be burned when the strange fire entered her body. In Xiao Ling's opinion, this possibility is unlikely. Therefore, it is better to inform in advance to avoid embarrassing situations later.
As he spoke, Xiao Ling kept moving his hands. He used extremely fast and covert techniques to collect the Bone Flame Ring and the Ancestral Stone where Xiao Diao was located into the system space, and ordered them to delve into the matter of the Pure Yuan Treasure.
When Chu Wanqing heard Xiao Ling's reminder, she was slightly startled. An imperceptible blush flashed across her face. The blush was like the sunset on the horizon, spreading on her fair cheeks.
For so many years, Chu Wanqing has devoted herself to cultivation. When it comes to matters between men and women, she has a blank slate and has never been involved.
Yin Gu has always lived in seclusion, and most of the people in the valley are female disciples. In this environment, as time passed by, Chu Wanqing has never even touched a male hand.
At this moment, hearing that she might be naked in front of a man, her heart was unavoidable at first, and all kinds of complicated emotions rushed into her heart.
However, she was a semi-saint after all, and her strong self-control and calm mind allowed her to quickly regain her composure.
A trace of determination flashed in her eyes, and she put all those messy thoughts behind her and focused on the crucial matter of healing in front of her.
"I understand, Xiao Ling, you don't need to worry, I will be ready." Chu Wanqing's voice was steady and calm, as if the trace of shame had never appeared before.
She knew in her heart that it was no small matter for strange fire to enter her body. Her injuries depended entirely on this opportunity, and she must not let this little incident delay her.
Although she knew that foreign fire entering the body might bring the risk of her clothes being burned, Chu Wanqing had no intention of taking off her clothes in advance. For her to act like this on her own initiative in front of a young man was unimaginably humiliating.
"Sister Qing, since you are ready, let's get started." Xiao Ling nodded solemnly, his eyes firm and focused, as if everything around him had disappeared.
Chu Wanqing nodded slightly, then moved her slender fingers lightly, and a ring appeared. In the flickering light of Najie, she took out the Spiritual Source Restoration Pill that Xiao Ling had given her before.
In an instant, as soon as the elixir was exposed to the air, the surrounding spiritual energy seemed to be summoned by some kind of summons, and began to quickly gather towards it, faintly transforming.
But Chu Wanqing did not hesitate at all. She raised her jade hand lightly and made a slight move. An invisible force instantly wrapped the elixir, and the elixir turned into a stream of light and flew towards her mouth. In an instant, It was swallowed into her mouth.
The elixir melted immediately in her mouth, and the majestic power of the medicine began to surge through her body like a raging tide. Chu Wanqing quickly closed her eyes and concentrated, preparing to deal with the impact of this powerful medicine.
However, the properties of Lingyuan Restoration Pill are very special and cannot be absorbed and refined through ordinary methods.
After the elixir entered the abdomen, the majestic power of the medicine was like a wild horse that ran wild, rampaging wantonly and wreaking havoc in Chu Wanqing's body.
Even though Chu Wanqing had the body of a semi-saint, she felt tremendous pressure at this moment. Her body was trembling slightly, and beads of sweat gradually appeared on her forehead.
(End of chapter)