Chapter 844: Purging the Poison with Imperial Flame
Within the Tai Ling Realm, figures radiating powerful spiritual energy gathered at the entrance, awaiting Xiao Ze's arrival.
Thanks to Fiery Elder's notification, the Tai Ling Ancient Clan had mobilized its forces to welcome Xiao Ze. His reputation as a Saint level Heaven Sovereign preceded him, and his willingness to personally aid their Grand Elder, Tai Ming, had filled the clan with gratitude.
Tai Ling's attempts to seek assistance from the other two great alchemy sanctuaries had proven fruitless; neither could confidently guarantee a cure for injuries inflicted by the Corrupt Heaven Demon Emperor, a foe on par with a Saint level Heaven Sovereign.
When news came that Xiao Ze was willing to help, the clan's strongest members rushed to greet him.
Arrival at the Tai Ling Realm
"The Tai Ling Clan warmly welcomes the Master of the Source Realm and Demon Slayer King," said an elderly man with white hair and beard as he stepped forward.
He was the clan's Second Elder, and he led the other Heaven Sovereigns in bowing deeply to Xiao Ze a gesture of respect for his immense power and reputation.
Xiao Ze returned the gesture with a smile. "I've long heard of the Tai Ling Clan's greatness. Meeting you today, I can see the tales do not do it justice."
The Second Elder replied with calm composure, "Thank you, Lord Xiao. Your willingness to personally assist in treating our Grand Elder's injuries is a kindness we will never forget. Regardless of the outcome, the Tai Ling Clan will present a grand gift in gratitude."
Xiao Ze shook his head slightly, his demeanor calm and focused. "Let us first see the Grand Elder's condition."
Assessing Tai Ming's Condition
Under the Second Elder's guidance, Xiao Ze and the others moved southward within the Tai Ling Realm, passing through layers of protective spiritual arrays.
As they approached their destination, Xiao Ze noticed the spiritual energy growing even denser. His gaze fell on a massive pool, shimmering with icy radiance.
"The Myriad Spirit Ice Immortal Pool," he murmured in admiration. "The Tai Ling Clan's heritage truly runs deep."
At the center of the immense pool sat an elderly man cross legged in meditation. Despite his serene posture, his face was ghastly pale with streaks of black spreading across his features, giving him an ominous and unsettling appearance.
The pool, known for its frigid energy potent enough to rival certain heavenly flames, had been heated to a boiling state by the burning corruption radiating from the elder's body.
Xiao Ze's gaze shifted to the Second Elder, his eyes carrying a silent inquiry.
"Lord Xiao, please proceed freely. Do not concern yourself with us," the elder assured him.
Xiao Ze nodded and stepped forward, instantly arriving before Tai Ming. He sat cross legged, pressing two fingers gently against the elder's forehead as his vast spiritual power poured into Tai Ming's body.
Inside, the battle between searing heat and bone chilling cold was fierce. The scorching energy carried an insidious corrosive force so powerful that Xiao Ze's probing spiritual power felt the sting of its venomous assault.
Moments later, Xiao Ze withdrew his energy, his expression calm as he returned to the group.
"Lord Xiao," the Second Elder asked eagerly, "what do you think?"
Xiao Ze's voice was steady. "I have two possible methods to treat this condition. The first is to refine a medicinal pill, though this will require time to gather the necessary ingredients and complete the preparation. Such a delay might allow the poison to worsen."
"And the second?" the elder asked with urgency.
"We could use Heavenly Flame to directly purge the poison," Xiao Ze explained.
The gathered Heaven Sovereigns exchanged concerned glances, their brows furrowed. The Second Elder hesitated before speaking.
"We have tried this approach, but it only seemed to fuel the poison's heat."
"Oh?" Xiao Ze's curiosity piqued. "Which Heavenly Flame did you use?"
The elder gestured toward a mid stage Celestial Heaven Sovereign, who raised his hand to summon a flickering flame of purple, blue, and green hues.
Xiao Ze's eyes flashed with understanding. In response, he summoned his Primordial Imperial Flame, a radiant golden fire tinged with chaotic hues.
As the Imperial Flame emerged, the tri colored flame seemed to shrink in awe, its fiery tendrils recoiling submissively.
"The issue lies in the strength of the flame," Xiao Ze explained. "A more potent fire should be able to expel the poison completely. However, the best solution is a combination of both methods using flame to purge the poison and medicine to neutralize any remnants."
The Tai Ling Sovereigns, witnessing the majesty of Xiao Ze's flame, silently marveled at its power.
The Second Elder deliberated briefly, exchanging a glance with the others. "Very well. We'll follow your recommendation and employ both methods."
Xiao Ze nodded. "I'll provide the list of ingredients for the pill. While you prepare those, I'll begin purging the poison."
The Treatment Begins
Xiao Ze waved his sleeve, releasing a pulse of spiritual energy that carried the list of required materials to the minds of the assembled Sovereigns.
"Some of these items I already have," he added. "The rest, please gather as quickly as possible."
"Understood!" they responded in unison.
Xiao Ze then stepped into the boiling Myriad Spirit Ice Immortal Pool, his Imperial Flame wrapping around him to ward off the freezing energy.
He approached Tai Ming, settling opposite the elder in a meditative pose.
Pressing his palm to Tai Ming's chest, Xiao Ze channeled the Imperial Flame into his body, carefully guiding the fire to confront the Corrupt Heaven Demon Emperor's venomous poison.
The fiery golden light pulsed, a radiant glow of hope and purification in the heart of the icy pool.
(End of Chapter)
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