Chapter 27: Good Things Come in Pairs, Second-Rank Alchemist, Mid-Level Earthly Yuan Realm

Lin Yan's actions were swift. After purchasing the required medicinal materials in Qingyang Town, he quickly returned home.

This was mainly because he now had the financial support of the Lin family. Compared to before, he no longer needed to worry about his savings before every purchase. Buying medicinal materials had become much easier for him.

As soon as he got home, he took out the medicine cauldron in the backyard and began the process of refining the elixir.

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Regardless of the elixir being refined, the initial steps always involve tempering the ingredients.

Tempering is essential to extract the essence of the ingredients, which is necessary for the fusion and formation of the elixir's potency.

If the tempering process isn't done well and impurities remain in the ingredients, it not only affects the quality of the elixir but might also lead to outright failure.

Therefore, Lin Yan started with tempering the medicinal materials.

After obtaining the Purple Flame, the tempering process became much smoother. This flame was a real fire, not a manifestation of elemental energy. So, controlling it was easier, and its temperature was much higher.

As always, Yao Elder watched Lin Yan's refining process.

This time, he didn't offer any reminders to Lin Yan. After successfully entering the field, Lin Yan needed more independent thinking. Depending too much on the Yao Elder's guidance wouldn't help him excel in alchemy in the long run.

However, Lin Yan's performance this time was evidently perfect.

Although the temperature requirements for tempering materials for second-rank elixirs were somewhat lower or higher, requiring a more delicate approach, Lin Yan had become adept at using the Purple Flame.

It could even be seen that despite refining a higher-level elixir this time, Lin Yan seemed to find the process even easier than last time.

"Well done, very well done!"

The Yao Elder nodded in satisfaction. Clearly, he was pleased with Lin Yan's performance.

Meanwhile, Lin Yan continued with the alchemical process.

After completing the tempering phase, he poured the liquid forms of several elixirs into the cauldron. Then, he utilized his mastery of heat control to proceed with the refining.

This step also tested Lin Yan's control over the flames.

But as mentioned before, Lin Yan had become exceptionally skilled at controlling flames compared to before...

So not long after this step, Lin Yan successfully completed the elixir refining process.

As the cauldron's lid was lifted, a green elixir emerged, accompanied by a strong medicinal fragrance.

The Yao Elder grabbed the elixir with one hand, carefully examining its luster and then sniffing its fragrance. Finally, a smile broke out on his face, his gaze filled with admiration.

"Very well done, the quality is top-notch! Excellent!"

He smiled at Lin Yan and said, "Congratulations, you have successfully become a Second-Rank Alchemist."

Lin Yan's eyes lit up with excitement upon hearing this.

Each advancement in the alchemist's rank is a significant breakthrough, allowing access to a wider variety of elixirs.

"I never thought that within just a few months, you've already become a Second-Rank Alchemist."

"Such talent is truly astonishing."

The Yao Elder couldn't help but sigh.

In the field of alchemy, the Medicine Elder had seen a lot, yet he had never witnessed someone progress as swiftly as Lin Yan. Many alchemists who considered themselves geniuses took several years to go from the entry level to the second rank.

Lin Yan, on the other hand, had reached the second rank within just a few months.

"It's all thanks to your teachings, Elder Yao."

Lin Yan smiled and responded to the Yao Elder.

Just as he was about to say something else, the elemental energy within him surged like a volcanic eruption. His expression grew somewhat serious as he said, "It seems like a breakthrough is imminent."

The Yao Elder smiled, "Isn't that good news?"

He quickly added, "Quick, swallow this pill. It's a Clear Mind Pill, which enhances perception and stabilizes the mind. It has a significant effect on cultivation and breakthroughs."

Lin Yan nodded and immediately swallowed the pill. He then sat down cross-legged, closed his eyes, and entered a breakthrough state.

The Yao Elder watched Lin Yan's breakthrough process from the side, observing as his complexion turned ruddier, and his aura grew stronger. The Yao Elder stroked his beard, revealing a satisfied smile.

"After a while..."

Lin Yan successfully emerged from the cultivation state, opened his eyes, and let out a deep breath.

"Did you break through?" The Yao Elder asked with a smile.

"Yes, I broke through. I've reached the mid-level of the Earthly Yuan Realm now." Lin Yan nodded to the Yao Elder.

He clenched his fist, noticing that his physical body had become significantly stronger than before the breakthrough. His elemental energy had also become more robust.

This brought a smile to Lin Yan's face, content with the results.

The next day, the Hunting Battle began.

The Hunting Battle in Qingyang Town was the largest event that occurred once every few years within a hundred miles. Outstanding young talents could earn substantial rewards and enhance their family's reputation.

This event attracted not only local factions but also others from neighboring regions.

Early in the morning, the members of the Lin family headed to the competition venue.

This place was an arena outside Qingyang Town, an enormous structure under the town's jurisdiction.

Upon arriving, Lin Xiao began explaining the rules of the competition:

"That forest ahead is directly connected to the deep mountains and is the main venue for the Hunting Battle."

"All participants will receive an identification badge. The goal is to traverse the forest and reach the finish line."

"During this process, participants must rely on their abilities to escape from the clutches of the savage beasts."

"However, there's another rule in the Hunting Battle. The person who reaches the finish line must be holding ten identification badges to ascend the podium. This means participants might need to fight each other."

Lin Xiao provided detailed explanations, and in reality, the rules of the Hunting Battle were not overly complex. Therefore, Lin Yan and the others quickly grasped the rules.

Both Lin Xia and Lin Dong appeared excited.

After all, this was a great opportunity for them to showcase their skills on behalf of the Lin family. Furthermore, during this period, their strengths had seemingly improved significantly.

Lin Yan, on the other hand, surveyed the venue carefully.

In fact, this Hunting Battle was quite an important scenario in the early stages of the original storyline.

Lin Yan remembered that Lin Dong and Wu Yun had obtained the Fire Python Tiger here.

However, Lin Yan didn't really care about that.

What he was interested in was just one thing – would he be able to sign in here too?

Unique fire? Techniques? Treasures? Even if he could obtain any one of these randomly, it would greatly boost his power.