Chapter 161: Discussing the removal of vests

Seeing the expressions of Yao Lao and the other two, Lin Yuan chuckled and said, "Haha, it was just a joke to liven up the atmosphere. Please don't take it as an offense."

After a moment, Yao Lao, who was slightly stunned, came back to his senses and glanced at Lin Yuan.

"My dear friend Tianshu, Queen Medusa, I am relieved to see that you two are safe. Besides, I am in the mood to joke. It seems that the result of your pursuit yesterday was better than I expected."

Lin Yuan nodded slightly and said lightly: "Senior, you don't have to worry about the guardian Wu anymore. We have already dealt with him. You should recognize him."

As he spoke, Lin Yuan took out a soul ring seized from the guardian Wu. This was a ring that could seal and store souls. In the original storyline, after Yao Lao was captured by the guardian Wu, he was temporarily sealed in this soul ring.

Yao Lao, who had fought with the Guardian Wu for a long time yesterday, could naturally recognize the soul ring that the Guardian Wu was wearing.

After hearing Lin Yuan's words, Yao Lao confirmed it and finally breathed a sigh of relief.

"Great! This way, we can be more relaxed later."

After yesterday's contact, Yao Lao was basically certain that the Protector Wu was greedy for merit and did not report his information to the higher-ups of the Soul Palace.

Now that the guardians Wu and Sun who knew about him were dead, he would not have to face the pressure from the high-level officials of the Soul Palace in the short term. In the following period of time, he and Xiao Yan would undoubtedly feel much more relaxed in facing the situation.

Thinking of this, Yao Lao showed a relieved smile on his face.

At this time, Lin Yuan's voice came from the side: "Senior, I have completed all the transaction conditions, so..."

Hearing this, Yao Lao nodded slightly, took out a scroll from his ring and handed it to Lin Yuan.

"Tianshu boy, this is the payment we agreed on earlier. This scroll is for you. It records the location of the Tomb of Evil and other related information."

After thinking for a moment, Yao Lao looked at Lin Yuan and reminded him, "Tianshu boy, although there is a way to completely solve the hidden dangers of the evil poison body in this ancient tomb, I suggest that you and your friend do not use it directly. It is better to use the poison pill method first."

"Oh? What do you mean by that, senior?" Lin Yuan asked.

"Because the person who created the method to completely solve the hidden dangers of the evil poison body also used the method of poison pill. The method she created to solve her own problem was naturally based on her own state when she had already condensed the poison pill as a template."

Lin Yuan pondered for a moment, nodded and said: "Indeed, what you said makes sense."

Looking at Yao Lao, his eyes narrowed slightly. He didn't have many opportunities to communicate with a master-level figure like Yao Lao who had broad knowledge.

“Perhaps I can take this opportunity to discuss my idea with you?” Lin Yuan thought to himself.

Thinking of this, Lin Yuan pondered for a moment and said, "To be honest, Senior, after I got the poison pill method, I studied it for a while. The conclusion I came to is that the weak link of the poison pill method is that the magic core of the Scorpio Poison Dragon Beast that carries the poison has its limits."

"So, if we choose a better carrier to carry the toxin, can we raise the upper limit of this method?"

"Oh? Interesting, you've thought of this as well."

After hearing this, Yao Lao also became more interested in the conversation. He straightened his expression and asked in a deep voice, "So, Tianshu boy, what do you think is a better carrier?"

After straightening his expression, Lin Yuan said, "The most suitable spiritual creatures are those with infinite potential. Among them, the best choice I can think of is the strange fire, the 20th Netherworld Poison Fire."

"The Netherworld Poison Fire uses poison as its nourishment. The poison accumulated by the Evil Poison Body will cause it to evolve, so that it can carry more and stronger poisons."

Hearing the word "strange fire", Xiao Yan's eyes suddenly lit up, but he immediately hid the light in his eyes. After all, according to common sense, it makes no sense for him to covet a lower-ranked Strange Fire when he already has a higher-ranked Strange Fire.

The Burning Technique, which allows practitioners to control a variety of strange fires, is not yet ready to be exposed to the public.

Yao Lao, who was standing by, stroked his beard, thought for a moment, and nodded.

"It's an interesting idea. Not only can it solve a shortcoming of the poison pill method, but it can also raise its upper limit."

"The Netherworld Poison Fire is naturally highly toxic. If it is touched by a spark for a moment, the body will be poisoned. Therefore, it is almost impossible to swallow and fuse it. Even if you swallow and fuse the poisonous fire, you still have to worry about the backlash of the poison at any time."

"After all, according to the current records, I have never heard of the Netherworld Poison Fire being able to give the refiner the ability to be immune to poison."

"On the contrary, there are records of people dying from the backlash of the Netherworld Poison Fire."

"However, these are not a problem for those with the evil poison body. They can use poison to improve their cultivation, so they can be regarded as the best hosts for the netherworld poisonous fire."

"The carrying capacity of the Netherworld Poison Fire can be said to be almost unlimited. It is a good choice for making poison pills. But..."

The voice paused, Yao Lao's face was slightly stiff, and he changed the subject and said: "The method of poison pill, I have also studied it with great interest, and I have some experience. Tianshu boy, your idea is very good, but there are two problems that need to be solved."

"What is it?" Lin Yuan asked in a deep voice.

Yao Lao did not answer the question directly, but asked: "Have you ever thought that there is no shortage of magical beasts stronger and more poisonous than the Scorpio Poison Dragon Beast in the Douqi Continent. Then, why is the material chosen for the poison pill method the magic core of the seventh-level Scorpio Poison Dragon Beast?"

Hearing this, Lin Yuan pondered for a moment and said hesitantly: "Is it a compatibility issue?"

Yao Lao gave Lin Yuan an appreciative look, nodded, and added: "It's not just a matter of compatibility, but also a matter of degree."

"Is there anything special about the Scorpio Poison Dragon Beast's magic core?" Lin Yuan's eyes were slightly stern, and he cupped his hands, "Please give me some advice, senior."

Yao Lao stroked his beard and explained, "Let's talk about compatibility first! The Scorpio Poison Dragon Beast's magic core not only has a special structure, but more importantly, its properties are closer to complementing the poison of the Evil Poison Body, rather than competing with it."

"Other highly toxic magic cores with better carrying capacity, such as the Nine Nether Earth Python Magic Core, have their own toxicity that will directly conflict with the evil poison power."

Hearing this, Lin Yuan couldn't help but sigh: "I see, I don't know much about magic cores, I didn't expect there are so many details."

"Hehe," Yao Lao smiled and said calmly, "Tianshu boy, you will slowly learn these. When you go to the later stages of alchemy, the magic cores used in the process of alchemy are a great subject. It's not like in low-level alchemy, where magic cores are only distinguished by attributes."

"After all, the bloodlines of magical beasts that can be promoted to the seventh, eighth, and ninth levels are not simple. Their magic cores naturally have their own characteristics. How can they be simply classified by attributes?"

"If you want to use the Netherworld Poison Fire to replace the Scorpio Poison Dragon Beast's magic core, you need to explore the specific method yourself. But in any case, I suggest that you first study the Scorpio Poison Dragon Beast's magic core carefully. After all, it is a successful plan."

“Thank you for your advice.” Lin Yuan bowed and continued to ask: “So, what do you mean by the speed you mentioned…”

Yao Lao pondered for a moment, then chuckled and said, "Since you have studied the method of making poison pills, you should know that before condensing the pill, you must first dissolve the poison and restore the vitality of the body."

"That's true." Lin Yuan said.

Seeing this, Yao Lao continued to explain: "Originally, one portion of Bodhi Body Transformation Saliva is enough to complete this step."

"But, if the host of the Evil Poison Body subdues the Netherworld Poison Fire, the excessive loss of vitality and the excessively strong Evil Poison Power caused by the two together cannot be solved by a portion of Bodhi Transformation Saliva."

Lin Yuan nodded in agreement. In fact, he had come to the same conclusion during his research, and the solution he thought of was to increase the quantity.

If one portion of Bodhi Body Saliva is not enough, make a few more.

If that doesn't work, then make some other pills with similar effects but higher quality. Finally, Yao Lao concluded: "If you want to modify and improve the method of poison pill, it's best to study these issues first. Although I don't have a magic core now, I have studied the magic core and poison pill method of the Scorpio Poison Dragon Beast before, and I can give you the research data and experience."

"Thank you!" Lin Yuan bowed.

"This is just a small matter, it's nothing." Yao Lao waved his hand and chuckled, "In this operation to annihilate the two guardians of the Soul Palace, you two played a great role, so I will naturally not be stingy."

After saying that, Yao Lao transmitted a large amount of information through soul communication.

After quickly digesting the information in his mind, Lin Yuan seemed to have some realization. His understanding of the method of making poison pills became deeper, and some inspirations for improving the method of making poison pills flashed through his mind.

"It's not the right time yet. I'll study it slowly later." Lin Yuan suppressed his desire to study.

After finishing the discussion with Yao Lao, he looked at Xiao Yan and raised his eyebrows slightly, "Oh? What a fate, Brother Xiao also got promoted one star so quickly."

Hearing this, Xiao Yan touched his nose and smiled bitterly.

"Brother Tianshu, stop teasing me. How can a Grand Fighter's one-star upgrade be compared to a Fighting Emperor's one-star upgrade?"

Speaking of this, Xiao Yan couldn't help but feel a little frightened.

Although Xiao Yan had known that Tianshu was very strong, he did not know until now that his opponent's specific cultivation level was a six-star Douhuang. Moreover, the opponent was not just a fake, but a ruthless person who could compete with Douzong at the Douhuang stage.

At the same time, the other party's alchemy skills were also above the sixth level.

Xiao Yan looked at Lin Yuan who was smiling in front of him, and thought of the alchemy meeting eight years later. There was a bit more solemnity and fighting spirit in the depths of his eyes.

“This is the opponent eight years later, the one that is truly worth fighting against.”

Without paying attention to Xiao Yan's complicated feelings, Lin Yuan asked, "What are your plans for the future? Although the guardian who knew about Senior Yao's news was silenced, this matter is obviously not over, especially for Brother Xiao."

Before Xiao Yan could answer, Yao Lao's voice came from behind him.

"Speaking of which, Tianshu boy, I want to make a new deal with you. Do you accept it?"

"Oh?" Lin Yuan showed an interested expression on his face and looked at Yao Lao: "A new deal? Please speak frankly, senior."

"There's no rush to discuss the deal." Yao Lao looked at Lin Yuan steadily and said calmly, "Before that, Tianshu boy, we can be called comrades-in-arms fighting side by side. It's time for you to state your identity!"

"Anyway, in my opinion, you don't seem to have too many hidden thoughts."

When he saw the Fallen Heart Flame yesterday, combined with some information synchronized by Gu Xun'er, Yao Lao guessed almost exactly who Lin Yuan was.

Hearing what Yao Lao said, Lin Yuan's eyes seemed to subconsciously become slightly stern, and the atmosphere on the field suddenly became a little tense.

"It seems that the senior has some guesses about my identity. Well, after using the Fallen Heart Flame yesterday, I knew I couldn't hide it. Anyway, it's not a big deal, and I don't have much intention to hide it."

After saying that, Lin Yuan smiled, breaking the tense atmosphere between the few people.

Immediately, he straightened his manners and said solemnly, "I am Lin Yuan, the elder of the Canaan College. Nice to meet you all."

As he spoke, he bowed to Yao Lao and Ling Ying in a neither humble nor arrogant manner.

After the vest fell off, Lin Yuan would still maintain the reputation of the academy as instructed by the great elder and the vice-president.

Then, Lin Yuan took out a black token engraved with the word "Lin" and showed it to Yao Lao and the others. It was the messenger token of Canaan College.

Upon hearing this, Yao Lao nodded and glanced at the token. "Sure enough, you are from Canaan College. Moreover, this token is an envoy token that can represent Canaan College. You can travel with it, so your identity in Canaan College is not simple!"

After thinking for a moment, Lin Yuan said calmly, "Not bad, I can be considered as a candidate for the Grand Elder of the Inner Court of Canaan College."

Yao Lao nodded slightly, and his sense of trust increased a little bit. What Lin Yuan said was consistent with what he knew. In addition, with his identity as a Canaan College student, he could be considered a trustworthy person.

Xiao Yan, who was standing aside, showed a surprised expression and looked at Lin Yuan in disbelief, "Brother Tianshu, are you really the Lin Yuan from Canaan College? You are kidding, right?"

"Oh?" Xiao Yan's words seemed to arouse Lin Yuan's interest. He said playfully, "From Brother Xiao's tone, you seem to know me? But I remember that I should not have revealed my true identity in the Jia Ma Empire."

Taking a deep breath, Xiao Yan calmed down the shock in his heart.

He looked at Lin Yuan and explained, "I heard the name Lin Yuan from a tribe member who studied at Canaan College. However, the difference between you and the Lin Yuan she mentioned is so great in terms of cultivation that I couldn't believe it for a moment."

Xiao Yan had heard of the name Lin Yuan from Xiao Yu a long time ago and had a deep impression of it.

It was not only because Lin Yuan had always been the strongest peer that Xiao Yan knew, but also because Xiao Yu always used Lin Yuan as an example to persuade Xun'er that there were countless talented people in Canaan Academy, and Xiao Yan was just barely qualified, so as to broaden Xun'er's horizons.

Lin Yuan heard this and took over the conversation, chuckling, "So that's how it is. The me she mentioned should only be a Great Fighting Master."

Xiao Yan nodded, then looked at Lin Yuan with burning eyes.

If Tianshu hadn't been hiding his cultivation, then he would have risen from a Grand Dou Master to the current Six-Star Dou Emperor in just three years. There must be a huge secret in it. If I could get it...

Looking at Xiao Yan, who could barely hide his eager eyes, Lin Yuan said playfully, "Brother Xiao, to be honest, I was really just a Grand Fighter three years ago. In three years, a Grand Fighter can ascend to a Dou Emperor. Are you interested in this secret?"

"Brother Tianshu... no... Brother Lin, are you willing to share this secret..."

Before Xiao Yan could finish his words, Yao Lao's unpleasant voice interrupted the interaction between the two.

"Alright, Tian... Lin boy, stop confusing Xiao Yan. You don't have a special bloodline or physique. If you can achieve this level, you must have used some expensive elixir! You are really brave to use that kind of thing."

When Lin Yuan heard this, a look of just the right amount of surprise appeared on his face.

"You figured it out? You are worthy of being Senior Yao. You can see through it to such an extent in an instant. Then can you guess what kind of elixir I used?"

“Haha, are you testing me? That’s interesting.” Yao Lao suddenly became interested and said playfully, “I remember when we first met, you were at the Dou Wang realm. So, the elixir you used was the one that was used to upgrade from a Grand Dou Master to a Dou Wang.”

"There aren't many elixirs that can achieve this effect. I only know of four."

"Heavenly Fate Pill, Blood Transformation Pill, Beast Spirit Combination Pill, and the long-lost Life Devouring Pill."

After pondering for a moment, Yao Lao came to the final conclusion, "Now that I think about it, the gray hair that flashed by at that time should be a symbol of losing your life essence. So, you should have used the elixir that exchanges life for cultivation - the Life-Devouring Pill."

"Snapped--"

"Senior, you are indeed the number one alchemist on the continent. I admire you!" Lin Yuan clapped his hands and sighed, and said frankly: "As you said, I did use the Life-Devouring Pill three years ago and broke through to the Dou Wang level in one fell swoop."

(End of this chapter)