Chapter 494, Senior Sister

Translator: Silavin

 

When she stepped forward, the Elders of the Ten Corner Alchemy Manor narrowed their eyes and glanced towards the Manor Master, hesitating to speak.

 

Among many young Alchemy Masters, there suddenly arose a clamour of excited voices, with many eager gazes fixed firmly on her elegant figure.

 

“Senior Sister Ling, help us get revenge!”

 

“Yes, Senior Sister, teach him a severe lesson!”

 

Shouts continued to ring out, clearly showing how highly this Young Lady was regarded in their hearts!

 

“What’s this? Is the Ten Corner Alchemy Manor truly out of competent people? To send out a mere woman!” As the clamour gradually subsided, the young Alchemy Master from the White Cloud Alchemy Manor sneered with contempt.

 

Hearing his mockery, everyone’s expressions changed, with embarrassment and anger appearing on their faces.

 

“You’re already unfortunate-looking so why must your words be as foul as your face?” However, facing his ridicule, ‘Senior Sister Ling’ showed no discomfort; instead, she sharply countered.

 

“You…” As her words fell, laughter erupted, and the young man’s face turned ugly.

 

Though his appearance could not be described as handsome, it certainly was not as terrible as she suggested.

 

“What ‘you’? Are we competing or not? Stop wasting my time!” She frowned and called out impatiently before he could respond.

 

“Sharp-tongued indeed! Fine, I won’t hold back just because you’re a woman!” The young man across from her was furious with embarrassment and finally let out a cold snort, speaking darkly.

 

Afterwards, the two stopped talking and stood before two Pill Furnaces. Two powerful waves of Spiritual Energy emanated from them.

 

“Oh?” Noticing the Spiritual Energy fluctuations from the Young Lady, Qin Yichen could not help but softly exclaim. These fluctuations had actually reached the Spiritual Flow Realm!

 

[No wonder so many people are wary of her. Reaching the Spiritual Flow Realm at her age is indeed impressive.]

 

“Since Senior Sister is taking action, she’ll definitely defeat him!”

 

“Yes, she’s the top among the younger generation of our Alchemy Manor. I heard that a while ago, her Spiritual Energy broke through to the Spiritual Flow Realm!”

 

Seeing those two begin, many from the Ten Corner Alchemy Manor started discussing, clearly full of confidence in their Senior Sister.

 

“Though she’s in the Spiritual Flow Realm, her opponent is no pushover. Plus, with the Pure Flame Furnace amplifying his Spiritual Energy, I’m afraid in terms of Spiritual Energy, she might still be at a disadvantage.”

 

“If she uses the effects of the Thousand Water Crane Cauldron and focuses on Pill refining, she might still have a slim chance of winning.” However, Qin Yichen shook his head and quietly commented.

 

“*Hmph!* What would a newcomer like you know!?”

 

“Exactly, how could someone like you fathom Senior Sister Ling’s amazing skills!”

 

Qin Yichen’s voice was low, but those around him were Human Grade Alchemy Masters who naturally heard his words. His dismissive comments immediately provoked displeasure from many, and scornful voices arose.

 

However, they had not noticed that on the platform, upon hearing Qin Yichen’s words, the Manor Master’s eyes flashed with surprise.

 

Subtle yet powerful Spiritual Energy fluctuations continuously rippled from between the Young Lady and the White Cloud Alchemy Manor youth. Even the residual waves made some nearby Human Grade Alchemy Masters mentally shudder.

 

If mere residual waves could affect Human Grade Alchemy Masters, one could imagine how terrifying the direct confrontation must be.

 

Thinking of this, many Alchemy Masters’ expressions slightly changed.

 

Under the watchful gaze of many, they were shocked to discover that the Young Lady, who represented the pinnacle of the younger generation in the Ten Corner Alchemy Manor, had a face that had become extremely solemn.

 

“What’s happening? Hasn’t Senior Sister Ling defeated him yet?”

 

“Damn it! Is that guy really that strong?”

 

Observing the change in the green-robed Young Lady’s expression, those previously full of confidence could not help but feel anxious.

 

*Hmph…* Under everyone’s watchful eyes, she suddenly let out a cold snort and abruptly withdrew her howling Spiritual Energy!

 

In their previous confrontation, she had not gained any advantage. From the looks of it, she even showed signs of being unable to withstand the pressure!

 

Then, under many bewildered gazes, she picked up medicinal herbs and skilfully placed them into the Pill Furnace. Clearly, as Qin Yichen had predicted, she would use the effects of the Thousand Water Crane Cauldron, maintain her defences while refining Pills, aiming to win through quality!

 

“Eh… Senior Sister Ling is going to… refine Pills?”

 

“She’s never won in an Alchemy Duel through Pill refining before though!”

 

Seeing her actions, many people’s mouths twitched as they muttered.

 

However, anyone with discerning eyes clearly knew that she could not compete in Spiritual Energy and could only rely on the resulting Pill to win.

 

At this moment, several people looked at Qin Yichen with surprise, never expecting that this young man, like a blind cat catching a dead rat, had actually guessed correctly.

 

“*Hmph!* Senior Sister Ling ‘s mastery of the Thousand Water Crane Cauldron far exceeds ours. Perhaps she has chosen to refine Pills to ensure absolute victory!”

 

“Indeed, even the Elders of our Alchemy Manor can’t compare to Senior Sister Ling in Pill refining. It seems the outcome of this duel is already certain!”

 

Seeing her actions, the numerous Alchemy Masters did not ridicule but remained confident. It seemed that regardless of what she did, they would not be too surprised.

 

“That’s not necessarily the case…” While everyone was full of confidence, a soft sigh came from Qin Yichen’s mouth.

 

Hearing his contrary words, many eyed him with displeasure, but since his previous guess was correct, this time, no one mocked him aloud. However, many of the gazes cast his way still contained dissatisfaction.

 

[It seems this girl has used the Thousand Water Crane Cauldron quite often to refine Pills.] Seemingly unaware of the odd looks he was getting, Qin Yichen thoughtfully glanced at the Manor Master.

 

*Boom! Boom!* Though she actively withdrew her Spiritual Energy, the Alchemy Master across from her did not stop. He did not bother refining Pills but directly launched an overwhelming attack.

 

Waves of powerful Spiritual Energy Attacks continuously struck the Thousand Water Crane Cauldron, producing sounds like bell tolls that kept ringing out.

 

Some sharp-eyed individuals horrifically discovered that with each toll, the Young Lady’s delicate face grew paler. In just a moment’s time, her face had become as white as paper, and bean-sized sweat droplets slid down her cheeks.

 

Despite this, she continued to refine the Pill. At this point, even a fool could see she was at an absolute disadvantage.

 

Now, they could only raise their hopes that she might quickly refine the Pill successfully and win through that.