Chapter 512, I Ate It

Translator: Silavin

 

“By the way, didn’t Grand Adviser Tian Liang refine a Peak Fifth Grade Pill a few days ago? I heard that the lingering fragrance of that Pill makes one feel refreshed with just a single breath. Why doesn’t Grand Adviser Tian also contribute to the Alchemy Manor by giving it to the younger generation participating in the Alchemy Manor Summit?”

 

At this moment, Yuo Hua also chuckled lightly, speaking to Tian Liang with a meaningful smile.

 

However, they originally thought Tian Liang would lose his temper, but unexpectedly, after hearing this, he burst into laughter.

 

“Grand Adviser Tian, what do you mean by this? Although a Peak Fifth Grade Pill is precious, compared to our Alchemy Manor’s reputation in the Alchemy Manor Summit, which is more important? As a Grand Adviser, you should understand how to make the right choice, shouldn’t you?” Seeing Tian Liang’s expression, Dong Yang narrowed his eyes and continued to pressure him.

 

Peak Fifth Grade Pill.

 

It was already the Highest Grade Pill in this region. The medicinal herbs required were at least Spirit Herbs just below the Medicine King Grade.

 

Basically, it was in the same category as the Flaming Heart Fruit.

 

So, what they were doing was practically robbery!

 

Moreover, they were using morality to manipulate Tian Liang.

 

If Tian Liang refused, then his position in the Alchemy Manor would definitely plummet, and he would no longer have any prestige to speak of.

 

If he gave it up, it would be equivalent to handing over the Peak Fifth Grade Pill.

 

The two Grand Advisers had contributed nothing, merely inciting the crowd. Yet, they expect to get this peerless Pill for nothing? Their intentions could not be more insidious.

 

“You…” Tian Liang’s face turned red with anger, not knowing how to respond, his fury causing him to clench his fists tightly.

 

He was unwilling to betray Qin Yichen.

 

Dong Yang and Yuo Hua exchanged glances, a barely perceptible sinister smile flashing across their faces.

 

Before these old foxes, Tian Liang was nothing but a hot-headed youth!

 

“Such a grand show of force…”

 

Just as the Manor Master was about to step forward, a voice came from behind the crowd. The voice was not particularly loud, but it clearly reached everyone’s ears.

 

“It’s Qin Yichen!”

 

Those familiar with this voice turned their heads to look, including the Manor Master, Tian Liang, Dong Yang, Yuo Hua… Seeing them turn around, more and more people began to turn.

 

It was Qin Yichen.

 

Although he appeared somewhat dishevelled at the moment, his aura was not weak. On the contrary, a mysterious essence emanated from him.

 

It was a change in temperament.

 

But exactly what had changed, no one could tell.

 

“Manor Master, Grand Advisor Tian.” After walking forward, Qin Yichen cupped his hands towards the Manor Master and Tian Liang, completely ignoring the existence of Dong Yang and Yuo Hua, as if they were not there at all.

 

This caused the two men’s expressions to darken.

 

Previously, they did not know Qin Yichen’s background, but now they understood a little more.

 

After all, the recent incident with the Northern Depths Sect had caused quite a stir, and basically all Major Forces in the Ten Corner Region were aware of it.

 

The Northern Depths Sect had perhaps yielded temporarily due to fear of the unknown Force behind Qin Yichen. But now, the situation was different. It could be said that the Three Sects shared a common enemy!

 

They had already made up their minds to unite and eliminate Qin Yichen.

 

No matter how powerful the Force behind Qin Yichen might be, it could not possibly shake the Three Sects, which was why they were so brazenly making trouble.

 

“The Pill was refined by me.” After paying his respects, Qin Yichen turned around and stood with his hands behind his back.

 

“Hmm?!”

 

“What!? He refined it?”

 

“That’s impossible! That was a Peak Fifth Grade Pill! How could he possibly have refined it!?”

 

Immediately, the crowd erupted into chaos.

 

The incident did occur at Qin Yichen’s residence, so they had their suspicions. However, they were unwilling to believe that it was Qin Yichen who refined the Pill, which was why they had pinned it on Tian Liang.

 

Yet, they had not anticipated that Qin Yichen would admit it so openly.

 

“Even if Grand Advisor Tian wanted to refine a Peak Fifth Grade Pill, he would need the materials to do so, no?” Qin Yichen smiled lightly, reminding everyone.

 

[So, the Flaming Heart Fruit!?] A strange light flickered in the Manor Master’s eyes.

 

If Qin Yichen could truly refine a Peak Fifth Grade Pill, then choosing him to attend the Alchemy Manor Summit would definitely be the wisest decision.

 

[Perhaps, this time, our Alchemy Manor could truly make a name for itself?]

 

“Could it really have been refined by him?”

 

Many people began to wonder. After all, everyone knew that during the previous Alchemy Duel, Qin Yichen had obtained the Flaming Heart Fruit and the Heaven Silkworm Spirit Cocoon.

 

If the Pill was truly refined by Qin Yichen, they had no reason to oppose his participation in the Alchemy Manor Summit, nor was there any reason to replace him.

 

Was there another youth in the Alchemy Manor who could refine a Peak Fifth Grade Pill?

 

Seeing the change in attitude, Dong Yang and Yuo Hua’s expressions turned sour.

 

If this continued, wouldn’t their purpose in coming here be in vain?

 

“Since when has a Peak Fifth Grade Pill become something anyone can refine?”

 

With a glance from Dong Yang, an Elder from the Eastern Overcast Sect stepped forward and snorted coldly.

 

Indeed, even if the Flaming Heart Fruit belonged to Qin Yichen, it did not mean he could refine a Peak Fifth Grade Pill. Even Dong Yang and Yuo Hua would not dare claim a hundred percent success in refining it.

 

So, even if they obtained the Flaming Heart Fruit, they would not refine it into a Pill. At most, they would extract its essence and consume it in Medicinal Liquid Form.

 

Although this method would be less effective than a Pill, it would ensure a foolproof outcome. After all, something as precious as the Flaming Heart Fruit was too valuable to waste.

 

Therefore, Qin Yichen’s claim of refining a Peak Fifth Grade Pill from the Flaming Heart Fruit seemed like nothing but a joke to them.

 

“Qin Yichen, you say the Pill was refined by you, then… where is the Pill?” Dong Yang seized the opportunity and stepped forward, pressing him.

 

“I ate it.” Qin Yichen gave him a calm look and replied nonchalantly.

 

[You ate it?!]

 

Hearing this, not only Dong Yang but also many Alchemy Masters were stunned!

 

It was common knowledge that the Flaming Heart Fruit’s medicinal properties were extremely potent, and ordinary people could hardly withstand it. Therefore, even when consuming the Flaming Heart Fruit essence in Medicinal Liquid Form, it had to be diluted several times.

 

Let alone a Pill refined from the Flaming Heart Fruit.

 

Was that something anyone could consume?!

 

Even the Manor Master frowned upon hearing this.

 

A Peak Fifth Grade Pill refined from the Flaming Heart Fruit was something even he would not dare to consume casually.

 

“You impudent youth, this is the most absurd thing I’ve ever heard!” Yuo Hua also stepped forward, righteously rebuking Qin Yichen.

 

In their view, this was merely Qin Yichen’s excuse to avoid handing over the Pill or the Flaming Heart Fruit.

 

The crowd immediately burst into discussions, and the gazes directed at Qin Yichen carried a hint of suspicion.

 

“Consuming a Pill refined from the Flaming Heart Fruit? Do you take us all for fools?” Dong Yang also rebuked, while at the same time, rallying the crowd to condemn Qin Yichen.