Chapter 98: Old Pharmacist Awakens
"Hetero-fire!" When everyone saw such a flame, the name of this kind of flame flashed in their minds, and no one paid attention to this strange blue object shaped like a basin.
Xiao Yan recognized it even faster, "Ranked nineteenth on the Hetero-fire List, Blue Lotus Heart Fire!"
Several people's faces showed hopeful looks, but unfortunately, the green fire gradually lost its strength. After dispersing all its power in the air, it disappeared without a trace. What was left was a small, trembling pale green fire seed in the center, shaking in the wind.
A deeper sense of despair formed in their eyes, but before the massive suction force could strike again, a blue light began to shimmer in mid-air.
With the appearance of this blue light came some electrical arcs that didn't seem particularly intense, but everyone present felt fear when they saw these arcs, as though they would feel the endless power and terror contained within them when they saw these arcs themselves.
These electrical arcs surrounded the white tornado, constantly being drawn into it, while the bright blue dot in the middle also began to rapidly expand!
It was as if a blue sphere had collided with a white column of light, and the two began to constantly annihilate and merge.
The tremendous energy produced was absorbed by the person seated within the light column.
"Phew!" Fang Bie let out a long breath; luckily he reacted quickly enough to narrowly avoid disaster.
The massive suction force that had been expanding outward, almost reaching the edge of the desert city, suddenly disappeared at this moment.
A semicircular hole appeared in the ground, and they stood at the bottommost part of this hole.
This was a huge semicircle with a diameter of hundreds of meters, as if someone had used a round bowl to dig out this piece directly.
All the sand had been burned by the white flames, turning this area into a multicolored glass bowl.
The massive white light column struggled to resist the blue light point. In between the fusion of energies, the pale old man who previously seemed motionless slowly and resolutely opened his eyes!
An aura that seemed capable of suppressing heaven and earth surged forth with his gaze, spreading to the surroundings.
Everyone felt the terrifying pressure emanating from their souls. Only the two youths seemed oblivious.
"Sigh!" Old Pharmacist sighed heavily, his voice reaching the ears of the two. "I know everything you have done outside. It wasn't until now that I forcibly stopped this action. Fortunately, no great harm was caused..."
"This matter started because of me. I will give you an explanation..." His voice spread throughout the entire desert, thunderous in tone, causing several already trembling Dou Huang to be even less willing to speak.
The residual energy Old Pharmacist had awakened actually gave him more ways to solve problems.
The energy he had previously absorbed was merely to truly control his body.
He clenched his hands, and white flames surged out from his palms.
The vast energy composed of currents flowed between his fingers, then was directly burned into his body.
His already immense aura suddenly rose another notch.
"Indeed, this is extraordinary energy.
These arcs are no less powerful than the Void Lightning Pool!" Old Pharmacist marveled, his figure flashing abruptly.
The white light column and the massive cyclone were already absorbed into his body.
He looked like an ordinary old man with no presence, smiling cheerfully as he approached the two youths.
"You two did well, you've worked hard!" He patted the shoulders of the two youths. "Actually, even if you hadn't stopped it, I already knew your auras and wouldn't harm either of you. But these guys won't escape death!"
His cold gaze swept over the group of Dou Huang. "Fortunately, you're all sensible and didn't really harm these two children. Otherwise, once I fully awaken, you'll meet your end as well!"
He tightly gripped the white flames in his hand, burning even the void, revealing a pitch-black spatial fissure. This caused everyone present to feel a shiver.
They were the highest rulers of an empire, top-tier experts of a sect, and peak figures of a race, yet in front of the elder, they were treated like three-year-old children, too afraid to lift their heads.
"What a mix of fortune and misfortune, Xiao Yan. Your hetero-fire has been settled!" Old Pharmacist gently rubbed his fingers together, and a blue flame appeared in his hand, which was precisely the Blue Lotus Heart Fire he had previously absorbed.
"Once you can absorb this flame, we'll think about how to absorb Sea Heart Flame." Old Pharmacist watched the two completely unharmed and breathed a sigh of relief.
The situation before was far more serious than what they were casually discussing now.
"Senior... this is our Snake Tribe's property. How can you just take it without notice?" Medusa Queen finally showed her stubborn side. After observing her surroundings, she spoke decisively.
"Little girl, you're quite bold! Daring to say such things in front of me!" Old Pharmacist looked at her with an unusual gaze. "So you're a Dou Huang of the Snake Tribe. There seems to be a trace of the spirit of a Heavenly Beast in your bloodline. Are you seeking hetero-fire to cleanse your body and advance to Dou Zong?"
"Senior sees clearly. That's exactly right!" Although Medusa Queen was proud, she wasn't foolish. She naturally knew the consequences of angering a top-tier expert. Her voice was much softer than usual.
"You may not forcefully demand this flame from us. We only hope you lend it to us temporarily so we can purify our bodies. Once done, we'll return it to you. With your strength, you shouldn't fear us running away, right?" She smiled, adding a hint of feminine cunning.
"Hahaha! I like you, girl. Much better than these cowardly wimps!" Old Pharmacist laughed. "I can lend you the flame. Not only will I lend it to you, but I can also help you remove the violent elements within, increasing your chances of successfully purifying your body. What do you think?"
He continued with a smile, "Of course, don't get too excited just yet. My assistance comes with a price!"
Before Medusa and the other Snake Tribe members could fully enjoy their smiles, they heard his words and quickly repressed their expressions.
Old Pharmacist pointed at Xiao Yan, "Naturally, I cannot stay by your side now. I've found you a high-level helper. What do you think?"
Xiao Yan felt uncomfortable on both sides, "Teacher... this isn't quite right, is it?"
"What's wrong with it?" Old Pharmacist dismissed his concerns. "As my disciple, Yao Chen's, I could carry you through most areas of Central Plains even now."
Fang Bie nodded silently. If the ancient families stayed out of it, his words held true.
Only the remaining people stared blankly or dazedly ahead, some absentmindedly looking forward.
One person, just like them, was likely to cross that seemingly insurmountable barrier and become a Dou Zong soon thanks to this senior's guidance. How could they not envy him?
However, such luck was beyond their reach!
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(End of Chapter)