Chapter 1296: Perfect Assistance

As Zhou Yuan’s spirit avatar struck with a palm, the thirteen streams of Law Domain Genesis Qi, which had been like raging dragons, became completely docile. The chaotic fluctuations that had been spreading earlier were entirely smoothed out.

This move by Zhou Yuan undoubtedly caused great shock.

Many Law Domain experts present were dumbfounded. Although they all understood that Zhou Yuan’s suppression was based on the premise that the thirteen Law Domain experts had no intention of resisting, they also knew that this was no valid explanation. After all, Zhou Yuan was facing thirteen streams of Law Domain Genesis Qi!

To suppress thirteen streams of Law Domain Genesis Qi with spirit energy from the initial stage of the Wandering Spirit realm was theoretically impossible.

Yet, Zhou Yuan did it.

He did it right before their eyes.

At this moment, the square was silent. The expressions of many Law Domain experts subtly changed. If they had previously held a condescending attitude towards Zhou Yuan, then now, they very consciously put that attitude away.

After all, regardless of the method Zhou Yuan used, his strength had gained the recognition of many Law Domain experts.

Xu Beiyan’s calm smile on his face could not help but recede at this moment. His eyes were deep, and he lightly tapped the ink flute in his hand against his palm—a habitual action when his mood fluctuated.

Clearly, this move by Zhou Yuan also exceeded his expectations.

"This guy... he really has some ability," some familiar Law Domain experts around Xu Beiyan couldn't help but say after a moment of silence.

Compared to their previous disdain, their words had unconsciously become much more serious.

Xu Beiyan smiled slightly and said, "The previous fluctuation was extremely powerful, with an oppressive force like that of a Saint. Could it be that Grand Venerable Cang Yuan bestowed a Lotus Seal Saint Item upon him? If so, he truly spares no expense."

Others, upon hearing this, also became pensive. If that were the case, it would make sense.

"Wouldn't that be a bit unfair?" a Law Domain expert couldn't help but say.

Other Law Domain experts nodded slightly. Although it wasn't a violation, it still felt a bit inappropriate.

"How ridiculous," a cold laugh suddenly rang out. "First, you have no evidence that Grand Venerable Cang Yuan secretly helped. And even if you did, so what? Connections and background are also a form of strength. Otherwise, why did so many Law Domain experts compete for the position of alchemist assistant, and only Xu Beiyan succeeded while others failed? Do you really think there's no one more suitable than him in all of the Heavens?"

Xu Beiyan and the others all turned their heads, then saw several figures standing not far away. The one leading them was an exceptionally tall woman. She wore dark-green tight-fitting clothes and trousers, accentuating her slender, straight long legs. With wine-red short hair, a pretty face, and raised eyebrows, she exuded vibrant heroism, appearing valiant and dashing.

"So it's Elder Xi Jing from the Tianyuan Region," Xu Beiyan said with a faint smile upon seeing her.

Xi Jing gave him a cold look and said, "Xu Beiyan, I never realized it before, but you're quite sly."

Xu Beiyan shook his head and said, "Zhou Yuan is your junior brother, so it's natural for you to protect him."

"However, Elder Xi Jing, you're celebrating a bit too early," Xu Beiyan continued. "Although Zhou Yuan successfully drew in the thirteen streams of Law Domain Genesis Qi, this is merely the first step in refining the Ancestral Dragon Pill. The subsequent refining process is the most crucial. Grasping the rhythm of alchemy requires long-term practice and adaptation. No matter how uniquely talented Zhou Yuan is, he cannot compensate for the required experience here."

"I hope he doesn't waste these precious materials. Who knows if these materials are imbued with the souls and blood of Genesis Infant or Law Domain experts?" he said with a soft sigh, yet the malice contained in his words was quite deep.

Xi Jing, of course, knew of his malice. She scoffed coldly and said, "The results aren't out yet, and you're already jumping to conclusions? Aren't you afraid of looking terrible later?"

They glared at each other, coldness radiating from their eyes, causing the air temperature around them to drop.

While Xi Jing and Xu Beiyan confronted each other, Zhou Yuan was fully focused on controlling the thirteen streams of Law Domain Genesis Qi within the alchemical furnace. Having suppressed them earlier with the intimidating power of the fourth pattern, 'Mystic King,' these thirteen streams of Law Domain Genesis Qi were now exceptionally docile.

This first stage of refining the Ancestral Dragon Pill was now complete.

Zhou Yuan's spirit perception swept across, directly turning to Yaoyao's refining process. There, mysterious black-yellow currents intertwined, and as they were compressed and refined repeatedly, ancient and primal dragon roars could be heard.

Zhou Yuan's eyes slightly closed, linking with the wisp of spirit energy Yaoyao had left behind earlier.

The two spirit energies connected and then intertwined.

Immediately, images appeared in Zhou Yuan's mind: the Ancestral Dragon remnant soul being compressed and refined. Through this connected imagery, Zhou Yuan could clearly perceive the progress of the refining. It even gave him the sensation of personally participating in the alchemy...

This was true immersion.

Zhou Yuan's lips curved into an arc. He had thought this stage would be the most difficult, but for him, it was the simplest.

He sat cross-legged on the stone platform, eyes closed, hands forming seals, and began to mobilize the thirteen streams of Law Domain Genesis Qi.

Boom! Boom!

Under his guidance and mobilization, the thirteen streams of Genesis Qi roared into motion, splitting into hundreds of strands and surging out without hesitation. After being transformed by the alchemical furnace, they turned into blazing flames, sweeping towards the Ancestral Dragon remnant soul.

This bold move of his surprised many people.

After all, everyone knew that such cooperation was extremely difficult during the Ancestral Dragon Pill refining process. Even Xu Beiyan, who had adapted for two years previously, was cautious here, because if the pill fire was too strong, it could lead to an imbalance and affect the alchemy.

But Zhou Yuan immediately went all out, which seemed a bit reckless.

However, after witnessing Zhou Yuan's previous display of skill, those present had learned their lesson. For a moment, they said nothing, deciding to wait for the results before commenting...

Under this quiet observation, they soon realized how wise their decision was.

They were astonished to discover that while Zhou Yuan's method of activating Genesis Qi to form the pill fire was extremely rapid and decisive, each time his pill fire surged forth, it appeared at the most critical moment of the Ancestral Dragon Pill's refining...

It seemed that as soon as Yaoyao advanced the refining to a certain point, Zhou Yuan would immediately follow up.

The two cooperated, one refining and the other assisting with the fire supply. Their coordination gave a feeling of seamless flow and perfect understanding.

As if they had cooperated thousands of times before.

Everyone present couldn't help but open their mouths in astonishment. It wasn't that they hadn't seen Xu Beiyan's assistance before; at that time, even though he could barely cope through experience, mistakes still occurred. But Zhou Yuan's current coordination was so flawless that even the most critical person couldn't find a single fault.

"How is that possible..." someone couldn't help but murmur. This was truly incomprehensible. Could Zhou Yuan and the Divine Lady truly be so perfectly attuned?

This was truly disheartening.

The initial doubts on the square had, at this point, unconsciously faded significantly. Even those who favored Xu Beiyan remained silent, because, judging by Zhou Yuan's performance, it seemed... he really was stronger than Xu Beiyan?

Some people couldn't help but look at Xu Beiyan. At this moment, his handsome face was expressionless, but anyone could sense that Xu Beiyan's inner turmoil was far from calm.

The square was silent.

Only the sound of the pill fire burning within the alchemical furnace continuously echoed.

This silence lasted for a full day.

On the second day, Zhou Yuan's tightly closed eyes suddenly opened. He had received a message from Yaoyao.

"Activate the Ancestral Dragon Scripture, circulate your Genesis Qi, and refine the Ancestral Dragon remnant soul with me."

Zhou Yuan's eyes flickered slightly. This step was not part of the Ancestral Dragon Pill refining process before, but according to Yaoyao, if his Genesis Qi was injected, it would cause a stronger resonance with the Ancestral Dragon remnant soul, and the final pill formation rate would also far exceed previous attempts.

If this step succeeded, the final outcome would utterly silence those who doubted Yaoyao...

Zhou Yuan took a deep breath, no longer hesitating in the slightest. With a thought, his platinum-colored Genesis Qi roared forth and was then directly poured into the alchemical furnace.

This action of his immediately startled everyone present. If they hadn't been clear about Zhou Yuan's identity, they might have even thought he was intentionally trying to ruin this batch of Ancestral Dragon Pills!

Previously, when refining Ancestral Dragon Pills, there was never such a procedure!

Is this guy crazy?!

In the void, even several Saints overseeing the process had their expressions change slightly and couldn't resist making a move.

But Cang Yuan spoke up in time: "No need to stop him. He must have a reason for doing this."

The other Saints heard this and hesitated slightly. Ultimately, they held back, giving Cang Yuan face.

Only the three Saints of Green Willow said coldly, "The alchemical furnace is currently in perfect balance. His sudden injection of Genesis Qi will undoubtedly disrupt everything. Could this brat not want to refine the Ancestral Dragon Pill?"

These words were extremely malicious. The Ancestral Dragon Pill was currently a strategic elixir for all the Heavens. If Zhou Yuan didn't want to refine it, wouldn't that mean he was opposing all races of the Heavens?

Cang Yuan said indifferently, "Just watch. If a dignified Saint lacks even this much composure, they will likely find it difficult to make further progress."

The three Saints of Green Willow heard this, and their expressions all sank. They had been stuck at the One Lotus stage for many years, and Cang Yuan's words were clearly a taunt.

However, they did stop eventually. Their gazes turned to the alchemical furnace. Everything would depend on what effect Zhou Yuan's action would have. If this guy really ruined a batch of Ancestral Dragon Pills, the spittle of everyone in all the Heavens City could drown him.

Under the gaze of countless eyes, the platinum-colored Genesis Qi poured into the alchemical furnace.

But to everyone's surprise, the expected turmoil of the broken balance did not occur. The platinum-colored Genesis Qi poured into the furnace as if it were directly absorbed by something, completely disappearing...

Time gradually passed.

Unconsciously, a dense pill mist began to rise within the alchemical furnace. A unique fragrance permeated the air, creating various phenomena in this spatial void.

This scene brought great joy to many because they understood that this was a sign of the Ancestral Dragon Pill being successfully formed.

At this point, the refining was almost complete.

On the square, many exclamations of surprise rang out. No one had expected that Zhou Yuan's first time assisting in alchemy would actually be a success...

Xu Beiyan's face was ashen.

Those beside him glanced at him, then forced themselves to reassure him, "Brother Xu, rest assured. Even if he succeeded by fluke, his pill formation rate surely won't be as high as yours."

Previously, with Xu Beiyan's assistance, the Ancestral Dragon Pill production rate reached a maximum of nine pills per batch, a rather astonishing achievement.

And this was the main reason many were unwilling to replace Xu Beiyan.

The Ancestral Dragon Pill's formation rate concerned their vital interests.

Just as they were speaking, everyone felt that the turmoil within the seven-colored alchemical furnace had completely quieted down.

The next moment, countless rays of light burst forth from the lid of the cauldron.

Outside the alchemy hall, everyone held their breath because they knew... the Ancestral Dragon Pill was about to emerge!