Chapter 179 from there is just skip it straight away
Xiao Yi slightly raised his head and looked at the two strong men in front of him.
A trace of killing intent had already emerged in his eyes.
At this moment, the surrounding crowd felt pity for Xiao Yi... After all, Chen Xian had always acted arrogantly and aggressively, and those who offended him never came to a good end... And today, Xiao Yi had openly mocked Chen Xian's Seventh-Rank Alchemist status as nothing more than a fart, right in front of everyone!
Chen Xian naturally could not tolerate such blatant humiliation... After all, the two strong men blocking Xiao Yi were genuine Dou Zongs... In the eyes of others, Xiao Yi would not be able to leave today... However, in the next second, a flash of light appeared in Xiao Yi's eyes.
That powerful Soul Power instantly stunned the two Dou Zong level individuals blocking him... However, the sudden appearance of an extremely powerful Soul Power in this bustling market also attracted the attention of a woman in the distance... Although Xiao Yi released his Soul Power for only a fleeting moment, Chen Xian, being a Seventh-Rank Alchemist, still noticed it.
Chen Xian's expression changed from smugness to slight shock as he stared at Xiao Yi!
"This is impossible..."
"It must be an illusion..."
After speaking, Chen Xian, still unconvinced, stepped forward, preparing to take action himself to properly teach Xiao Yi a lesson.
However, just as Chen Xian was about to make a move, a woman instantly appeared and spoke softly:
"Young Master Chen Xian..."
The woman was tall, with delicate and smooth skin, and exceptionally refined features!
With long black hair parted down the middle, adorned with a golden hairpin, and dressed in a tight-fitting black and blue long skirt and high heels, she exuded feminine charm.
When Chen Xian heard the voice and looked over, a lewd smile reappeared on his lips: "Oh..."
"Who do we have here..."
"What wind blew Young Miss Cao Ying here today?"
Cao Ying merely smiled slightly:
"Young Master Chen Xian is joking..."
"I wonder if Young Master Chen Xian can grant me some Face? This person is my friend. If he has offended Young Master Chen Xian in any way, I hope Young Master Chen Xian can be understanding..."
Upon hearing this, Chen Xian looked at Xiao Yi with disgust: "Him?"
"This bumpkin is your friend?"
However, Cao Ying ignored Chen Xian, turned, winked at Xiao Yi, and led him away from the area... Chen Xian watched their retreating figures, grinding his teeth in hatred.
But he could not very well continue chasing them.
After all, Cao Ying was not only a member of the Cao Family, one of the Pill Tower's Five Great Families, but also a Core Disciple of the Pill Tower; he could not afford to offend her!
But Chen Xian felt he had severely lost Face today, and he definitely would not let Xiao Yi off the hook!
Immediately, Chen Xian turned and instructed the two Dou Zong bodyguards behind him, who had been stunned by Xiao Yi but had since woken up:
"Pass down the order!"
"Within three days, I want all information on this kid, and exactly what relationship he has with Cao Ying!"
Chen Xian's Face was gloomy, and a chilling killing intent was revealed in his eyes.
At this moment, Xiao Yi had made it onto Chen Xian's kill list!
... Under Cao Ying's guidance, Xiao Yi arrived at a place where the flow of people was slightly sparse... Xiao Yi was the first to cup his hands and speak:
"I am Mr. Lin Yuan, thank you, miss, for resolving the situation..."
Hearing this, Cao Ying also smiled slightly: "No need to be polite..."
"My name is Cao Ying..."
Hearing the name Cao Ying, Xiao Yi raised his head and sized up the woman before him.
Cao Ying, the demoness of the Cao Family, was also a Disciple of Xuan Kongzi, one of the Dan Ta Three Giants, and someone with extremely outstanding Alchemist talent...
Xiao Yi: "Then I must thank Young Miss Cao again. It is my first time visiting Holy Pill City, and I do not understand the city's rules..."
Cao Ying merely smiled slightly, her charming eyes looking at Xiao Yi as she spoke softly:
"Young Master Lin Yuan, since this is your first time in Holy Pill City, you must also be an Alchemist, right..."
"May I ask what Rank of Alchemist Your Excellency currently holds?"
Hearing this, Xiao Yi chuckled softly: "How can you tell that I am an Alchemist, miss? Coming to Holy Pill City could also just be to seek out a Medicinal Pill..."
Cao Ying slowly took a step forward, standing mere centimeters from Xiao Yi, and leaned close to his ear to whisper:
"Because in that brief moment just now, Your Excellency exposed your Soul Power..."
"That Soul Power, which could easily stun two Dou Zong level individuals—if you are not an Alchemist, then I truly find it hard to imagine how an ordinary Cultivator could Cultivate such a powerful Soul!"
"Furthermore, without exaggeration, Your Excellency's Soul Power is even much stronger than mine!"
Hearing this, Xiao Yi also leaned forward slightly, closing the distance between them even further:
"The Young Miss's perception is quite excellent..."
"To be able to sense it in just a single moment..."
Cao Ying stepped back and spoke softly again:
"So, can Your Excellency tell me your Alchemist Rank?"
Xiao Yi: "Alchemist Rank?"
"To be honest, I am not entirely sure..."
"After all, this is my first time setting foot in Holy Pill City, and I have not yet certified my Alchemist Rank..."
"Perhaps Sixth-Grade, Seventh-Grade, or it might even be Eighth-Grade..."
Xiao Yi's casual tone, however, slightly astonished Cao Ying!
Although Xiao Yi's attire was indeed somewhat rustic, his Soul Power was genuinely powerful; perhaps he really could be an Grade 8 Alchemist!
The next moment, Cao Ying pondered briefly before speaking softly again:
"Then may I ask, Mr. Lin Yuan..."
"Are you interested in going to the Pill Tower to certify your Alchemist Rank?"
"After all, with a Rank badge issued by the Pill Tower, the entire continent will recognize your identity, and you likely won't be looked down upon like this in the future..."
Hearing this, Xiao Yi nodded: "Of course, I can..."
"I request the Young Miss lead the way..."
Subsequently, under Cao Ying's guidance, the two smoothly arrived at the Pill Tower!
Looking at the majestic building in front of him, which was overflowing with the fragrance of Medicinal Pills, Xiao Yi's eyes couldn't help but show a hint of surprise.
He couldn't help but sigh internally: "Worthy of being the Pill Tower, a power that can stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the Hall of Souls..."
"Even the guards are Dou Huang expert..."
However, with Cao Ying leading the way, Xiao Yi easily found the Alchemist certification area.
The Pill Tower Elder in charge here smiled and greeted Cao Ying when he saw her leading someone.
"Ying'er, is this person your friend? Does he need to certify his Alchemist Rank?"
Cao Ying smiled and nodded: "Something like that..."
"So, I'll trouble Elder."
The Elder, however, waved his hand and said with a smile:
"Such a small matter, it's nothing..."
"Since he is Ying'er's friend, his talent shouldn't be too bad, right..."
The Elder paused, then turned to Xiao Yi and asked in a deep voice:
"Little brother, your name?"
"What grade of Alchemist do you wish to certify? Fifth-Grade or Sixth-Grade?"
Xiao Yi appeared extremely calm and replied in a deep voice:
"Mr. Lin Yuan..."
"Today, I wish to certify as an Grade 8 Alchemist..."