Within the ancient jade box, a pill of uniform emerald hue, the size of a dragon's eye, lay quietly, emitting a fragrant aroma that rose from within. On the Battle Qi Continent, to become a true Battle Master, one must first gather and condense a Spiral of Battle Qi within their body. However, this process has a notably high failure rate—after failing, a Nine-Rank Battle Qi level typically drops down to Eight-Rank. For some individuals with less favorable luck, it may take ten or more attempts before success is achieved. This repeated effort often means they miss out on the most crucial phase of their cultivation, thereby severely impacting their future prospects. The Polymerization Pill serves precisely this purpose: ensuring a 100% success rate in condensing a Spiral of Battle Qi for any one with Nine-Rank Battle Qi! This exceptional feature has made the pill highly coveted by countless aspiring Battle Masters who have long dreamed of achieving the status early, yet found it elusive. Speaking of the Polymerization Pill, one must also mention its creator—the Alchemy Master! On the Battle Qi Continent, there exists a profession that stands above that of ordinary Battle Masters; they are known as Alchemy Masters. By name, Alchemy Masters possess the ability to formulate various potent elixirs and tonics designed to enhance one’s strength. Each Alchemy Master is thus fiercely sought after and highly valued by all parties—achieving an esteemed status and prominence within any society. This high regard stems from both their rarity and practicality. To become an Alchemy Master, the requirements are exceptionally rigorous. First, one must possess a fiery elemental constitution; secondly, within this fire-based body, there must be a subtle infusion of wood energy—this serves as a catalyst for alchemical processes! After all, on the Battle Qi Continent, a person's elemental composition is determined by their soul. A single soul possesses only one dominant attribute and cannot blend multiple types. Thus, it is fundamentally rare to find an individual whose body naturally embodies two distinct and balanced elemental attributes. Of course, exceptions do exist—among millions of souls, some are found to exhibit variations that enable them to fulfill the potential required for becoming an Alchemy Master. Yet, possessing merely a combination of fire and wood in one’s soul is not sufficient to qualify as a true Alchemy Master. Another essential criterion remains: a profound sensitivity and shaping capacity within the soul—referred to as Soul Perception or Soul Shaping Ability! The three most critical elements for alchemical creation are thus materials, flame source, and Soul Perception. Materials naturally consist of various heavenly treasures and earth-bound substances; though Alchemy Masters may not be deities themselves, without premium raw resources, their skill is rendered ineffective—hence the vital importance of high-quality ingredients. The flame source—the essential heat required for alchemical processes—is not ordinary fire. Rather, it must be derived from catalyzed Battle Qi generated by a fiery attribute. Indeed, throughout the land, numerous types of celestial flames exist. Some accomplished Alchemy Masters even harness these rare celestial fires to conduct their preparations—resulting in significantly higher success rates and more potent effects in the final elixirs compared with those produced using ordinary Battle Qi flame. Since alchemical processes require prolonged durations and are exceptionally draining, every distinguished Alchemy Master is also inherently a powerful Flame-based Battle Master. Finally, the crucial element of Soul Perception: during the process, precise control over temperature and heat intensity is paramount—slight adjustments can completely ruin an entire batch of elixirs, transforming them into ashes and rendering all prior efforts in vain. Therefore, mastering such flame control is essential for any Alchemy Master; yet this mastery necessitates a strong foundation of Soul Perception. Without it, even if the first two elements are executed flawlessly, the outcome remains merely ineffective. Under these rigorous conditions, the number of qualified Alchemy Masters stands at a mere few—thus making them rare and highly esteemed, even to the point of being somewhat exceptional in their status. ... In the hall, as the Three Senior Elders expressed their astonishment, the young girls and boys gathered around immediately widened their eyes, fixating with intense gazes upon the jade box held by Ge Ye. Xiao Mei, seated beside her father, gently moistened her delicate lips with a tender touch of her pink-tipped tongue while steadily gazing at the box without blinking. "Ah—this is the special pill personally crafted by Master Guo He, one of our esteemed Senior Elders," said Ge Ye, feeling a sense of pride at the elders' visibly impressed expressions. "I’m sure all of you have heard of his name." "How could this be a creation from the hand of the Master of Alchemy—Guo He?" exclaimed the Three Senior Elders, deeply moved. Master Guo He holds immense influence within the Kingdom of Jia Ma—the mastery of alchemical arts is nothing short of miraculous, with countless strong individuals striving to gain his favor yet finding no way to approach him. Beyond his unparalleled skill in alchemy, Master Guo He himself has already achieved the rank of Battle King and ranks among the top ten strongest figures in the Kingdom. Thus, a Polymerization Pill originating from such an esteemed individual is expected to carry value many times over. The Three Senior Elders now look upon the pill with renewed enthusiasm—should their family secure this very pill, they would surely be able to produce another young Battle Master. While the elders were pondering how to arrange for their own grandson to obtain it, a quiet yet firm voice from the corner suddenly broke through the stillness. "Master Ge Ye, I request that you return the pill—today’s matter, we may not agree to." The hall fell into sudden silence as all eyes turned toward Xiao Xi, whose composed and refined face stood out among the others. "What is this? Here is no place for you to speak!" one of the elders snapped, his tone growing stern. "Master Xiao Xi, please retire," said another elder, slightly older, with a calm voice. "I understand your discomfort, but we shall make our own decisions here." "Could it be that if today’s proposal were directed toward either of your sons or grandsons, you would still hold such a position?" asked Xiao Xi as he slowly stood to his feet, his expression laced with subtle mockery. The elders’ evident disfavor toward him was unmistakable—so he need not feign humility before them. "You…," the elders stammered in response. The third elder, particularly impetuous, narrowed her eyes and allowed a steady stream of Battle Qi to form around her. "Master Xiao Xi’s point is well taken," said the graceful voice of a young girl, rising gently from within the hall. "After all, he is directly involved—let us not intrude upon this matter with our presence." Hearing the soft tone of the girl, the elders’ confidence waned—they exchanged helpless glances and then nodded in agreement. Watching as the Three Senior Elders now seemed subdued, Xiao Xi turned to gaze steadily at Xiao Xun'er, who smiled warmly—what sort of identity does she hold that commands such reverence from these three elders? Suppressing his internal questions, Xiao Xi walked forward confidently. First, he bowed respectfully before Xiao Zhan, then faced Nalan Yanran and exhaled deeply before calmly inquiring: "Miss Nalan, may I ask—has Grandfather Nalan given his consent regarding today’s decision to rescind the engagement?" When Xiao Xi first emerged to block the resolution, Nalan Yanran had initially felt slightly displeased. Now, upon hearing his question, her delicate brow furrowed—this young man, though initially appearing promising, now seemed stubborn and unyielding—does he not understand the gap in their respective standings? While she criticized Xiao Xi internally, she was unaware that the very foundation of her own position had been challenged. "Grandfather has not yet agreed," Nalan Yanran replied with a serene tone, "though it is my personal matter and does not concern him." "If Grandfather has not voiced his approval, I would kindly request your understanding—my father likewise will not consent to this request. The original engagement was initiated jointly by both families’ elder figures. Should the matter now be dissolved without their formal consent, that would constitute a profound disrespect toward the departed elders. I believe, within our family, no one would dare undertake such a breach of protocol," said Xiao Xi as he slightly turned his head and stared steadily at the Three Senior Elders. Under the weight of this pointed accusation, the three elders fell silent—within the rigid traditions of their lineage, such an offense could well threaten their very positions as Senior Elders. "You…" Nalan Yanran paused, startled by Xiao Xi’s sharp retorts, and struggled to find counterarguments. She sighed deeply, her face turning stern—her lifelong elegance as a refined lady began to surface under stress. With growing irritation, she declared directly: "Then, what is your expectation for the dissolution of this engagement? Do you desire less compensation? Very well—I shall have my teacher provide you with three additional Polymerization Pills. Furthermore—if you are willing, I may allow you entry into Yunlan Sect to study advanced Battle Qi techniques. Is that sufficient?" Hearing these one after another, the Three Senior Elders felt their breath quicken—while the young attendants in the hall exchanged murmurs of astonishment. To enter Yunlan Sect? Truly, that was a dream realized by countless individuals! With these generous offers concluded, Nalan Yanran lifted her white jaw with regal pride, awaiting Xiao Xi’s response—as she perceived it, such terms would surely drive any young man into a state of fervent enthusiasm.