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第三千二百九十四章 胸有成竹

Lin Xuan's expression was confident, but the cultivators present all showed disbelief.

To understand why, he had promised to refine a spirit pill that could help even Great Powers break through their barriers during the Tribulation period. Such a pill was extraordinary and could be considered divine medicine. Its success rate was so low it was almost laughable; even the most famous alchemists in the Spirit Realm couldn't guarantee its success, relying solely on luck.

The chances were about one in ten thousand.

Yes, one in ten thousand—a success rate that seemed hopeless.

This was why such high-grade spirit pills were worth as much as innate divine treasures.

But Lin Xuan boldly claimed he could do it with just ten ingredients. Wasn't he overestimating his own alchemical skills? Did he think they were on par with true immortals?

Even the Supreme Elder Tai of Tianting Palace was speechless, and so too were Fairy Bāhuā and True Man Dàilóng.

Was this young man delirious to make such a promise?

"Very well, my friend. You have great courage. If you fail, what will happen?" The Fairy Tiānyīn narrowed her eyes but didn't understand the purpose of Lin Xuan's actions.

From any angle, their side had nothing to lose.

"If I can't do it, I'll offer an innate divine treasure," Lin Xuan said with a sigh.

"You speak plainly. However, if you waste my ten ingredients for nothing, one innate divine treasure isn't enough compensation. You must fulfill your previous promise and hand over two innate treasures," the Fairy Tiānyīn was shrewd. She couldn’t let this opportunity pass by without taking advantage of it.

"Agreed. If I succeed..."

"The grudges will be settled, and you'll become a guest of honor at our Tianting Palace. Our sect will treat you as such," the Fairy Tiānyīn smiled.

"Fine."

Lin Xuan nodded: "Then let True Man Dàilóng and Fairy Bāhuā witness this."

The Supreme Elder Dàilóng and Fairy Bāhuā frowned, feeling Lin Xuan's promise was too presumptuous. Did he think his alchemical skills were on par with true immortals? If he lost, he would have to give away two innate treasures.

They had already agreed to this, knowing that they couldn't intercede for him again if he failed. But they knew Lin Xuan wasn’t impulsive; he was a wise and brave cultivator. His confidence suggested he had a good chance.

With no more persuasion needed, they reluctantly nodded with worry in their eyes.

Ouyang Qīnxīn felt the same way but understood Lin Xuan better. She believed her husband's promise came from a place of certainty.

Otherwise, why would he risk giving away his treasures? This matter was settled for now.

Lin Xuan’s voice then continued: "Wait, I have some more requests."

"Go on."

The Fairy Tiānyīn showed no impatience and smiled.

Firstly, the alchemical process must not be disturbed; Lin Xuan needed a quiet room...

"The palace will provide all necessary conveniences to ensure you are undisturbed," the Fairy Tiānyīn interrupted.

Her request was reasonable, so she had no reason to refuse.

Even the old monster in the black robe agreed without objection.

Secondly, it would take over a month for Lin Xuan to refine the pills. He hoped they could properly care for his two fellow cultivators during this time.

"The palace will treat them as honored guests," the Fairy Tiānyīn promised readily.

Third...

"Sir, do you have more requests?"

"Yes, and this is my last one. I don't know what kind of pill your sect wants me to refine, but I believe you've failed before with waste pills. Can you provide some for me?"

"Why would a cultivator need waste pills?" the Fairy Tiānyīn asked.

The other Great Powers were equally stunned. It was well known that even low-grade waste pills had no use for cultivators—they were worthless and harmful when consumed.

"What I do is unique; I need these to study, which should increase my success rate," Lin Xuan said calmly.

"Ah, so you want to learn from past failures."

The Fairy Tiānyīn nodded, understanding his strategy. He wanted to analyze failed pills to improve his success rate.

"How naive a young man! If that works, alchemy masters would be everywhere..."

She was dismissive and doubted Lin Xuan's true expertise in alchemy. But she didn't care; if he failed, she could get two innate divine treasures.

From any angle, the Tianting Palace stood to gain. The waste pills were useless anyway, so she agreed readily.

With their agreement, they prepared the ten ingredients quickly. Each had over a dozen components—shimmering with gold, emitting符文 (pictographic symbols), or encased in colorful spirit light. Clearly, none of these were ordinary items.

"Supplement Heaven Herb, Heavenly Essence Fruit, Fine Silk Jade Talisman..."

Lin Xuan gasped in amazement. Even with his vast experience and wealth, he was momentarily blinded by the quality of the ingredients.

These ten alchemical components were all rare treasures.

"Could it be that your sect wants to refine the Void Marvelous Spirit Pill?" Lin Xuan's expression changed dramatically as he stammered.

"Yes, exactly this," the Fairy Tiānyīn said smugly.

"How can you not produce such a pill? Are you regretting your promise now? If you fail, you'll have to compensate our palace with two innate divine treasures!" The faces of Fairy Bāhuā and True Man Dàilóng turned sour.

But they couldn't say anything. Lin Xuan had made his promises too boldly, setting up a trap for himself. (To be continued.)

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