Eternal Life through Drawing Lots

The sudden outbreak of the great disaster had significantly slowed the Five Races Alliance’s fierce offensive against Sen Yue’s army.

However, it wasn’t long before the Five Races Alliance attacked again with even greater ferocity, determined to prevent Sen Yue from calmly refining the Three-Plume Cyan Bottle Sacred Artifact.

As of now, the situation for Sen Yue’s army was precarious, on the verge of collapsing at any moment.

Yet, amidst this urgent situation, Fang Yang remained calm and composed, continuing to delve into the skills of an Alchemist Doctor.

Because he knew that scoundrel Sen Yue was undoubtedly preparing to capture the leaders to defeat their forces. Sen Yue planned to annihilate all five great monarchs in a single strike!

On this day, the sun was bright and the sky was clear for miles.

In the sky, Flying Eagles soared on beating wings, free and unrestrained.

On the ground, herds of horses galloped with raised hooves, wild and carefree.

Compared to the tense situation on the front lines, the White Feathered Eagle Bronze Tribe, located in the Beast Rushing Mountain Range, was enjoying a rare moment of peace. 𝚏𝕣𝕖𝚎𝚠𝚎𝚋𝚗𝐨𝐯𝕖𝕝.𝕔𝐨𝕞

In the alchemy room, the Earth Flame was extinguished and the pill furnace was opened.

Second Uncle Fang looked down, examining a pure, orange-white pill in his hand.

After a moment, he nodded with great satisfaction. "Excellent, excellent, Ah Yang. The fact that you can refine a Tier Three Great Mica Pill means you’re already comparable to a Tier Three Alchemy Master!"

Such an accomplishment was quite remarkable.

Especially since, after laying his foundation in the art of a Pill Master, Fang Yang had never delved deeply into it.

And yet, after resuming his practice of the Pill Master’s art, he had managed to greatly deepen his skills in just a few days.

Such talent and aptitude were truly extraordinary!

A gentle breeze blew, rustling the bangs on Fang Yang’s forehead.

Fang Yang smiled. "Comparable to a Tier Three Alchemy Master, huh... Heh, in that case, I guess I can take the Tier Two Alchemy Master assessment in three days."

In truth, becoming a Tier Two Alchemy Master was just a formality for him.

However, to show Sen Hui he was serious, he decided to make the status official.

...

「Three days later.」

The quarterly Pill Master certification assessment was held at the Medicine Hall headquarters of the Thunder Punishment Banner.

Accompanied by Second Uncle Fang, Fang Yang arrived by carriage once again.

He had just stepped out of the carriage and walked to the front of the Medicine Hall when he saw an unexpected person.

Chen Ying!

At this moment, Chen Ying was dressed in the purple robes that signified a Tier Two Alchemy Master.

Her figure was delicate and her face beautiful, but her willow-like brows were slightly furrowed, evoking a sense of pity.

Although she was helping the Medicine Hall administer the assessment, her every word and action carried a heavy sense of detachment.

Not only that, but Fang Yang also sensed a faint, indistinct aura of brokenness about her.

’She’s different...’ Fang Yang narrowed his eyes.

In his memory, Chen Ying had been as proud as a peacock—haughty and never admitting defeat.

But now, she seemed like a fragile porcelain doll.

The change was simply too astonishing.

The Medicine Hall’s main complex was splendid and magnificent, covering a vast area.

Under his Second Uncle’s watchful gaze, Fang Yang strode directly toward the cyan palace where the assessment for Tier Two Alchemy Masters was being held.

And Chen Ying was standing right in front of that cyan palace!

"Long time no see. I’m here for the Tier Two Alchemy Master certification assessment," Fang Yang said with a calm expression, handing the Yuan Stones to Chen Ying.

Startled by the voice, Chen Ying abruptly looked up.

Instantly, a smile bloomed on her face, as radiant as a flower. "Right. Long time no see."

She was already exceptionally beautiful, a pure white jasmine in the Medicine Hall and the focus of the disciples’ attention.

Now, with that sudden smile, she instantly drew the gazes of the entire crowd.

When they saw she was talking to Fang Yang, many of the Medicine Hall disciples gritted their teeth in frustration.

And none more so than Banker Pool!

Banker Pool and Chen Ying had both become disciples under the Ruan Ya Clan Elders, and he was also one of Chen Ying’s pursuers.

Fang Yang’s appearance immediately set off alarm bells in Banker Pool’s mind, ringing at their highest pitch.

"Master, I want to take the Tier Two Alchemy Master assessment as well," Banker Pool said to a gentle and beautiful woman.

Then, he took a deep breath and decided to enter the assessment early.

He would join the Tier Two Pill Master assessment in an attempt to suppress Fang Yang and win back Chen Ying’s heart!

His actions caused the gentle and beautiful woman—the Ruan Ya Clan Elders—to smile helplessly.

Just then, a tall, sturdy man beside her, the Lin Bin Clan Elders, sighed. "Shaolong, you should enter early as well."

"Huh? Me...?" Lie Shaolong pointed at himself, his face a mask of bewilderment.

Lie Shaolong knew Fang Yang’s capabilities all too well. He wanted no part in the affair between Chen Ying and Fang Yang.

But forced by his master’s command, he had no choice but to obediently enter the competition.

Not long after, the sound of footsteps came from behind.

It was Second Uncle Fang, who had strode over to meet with the Ruan Ya Clan Elders and the Lin Bin Clan Elders!

"Fang River, oh, Fang River, you certainly have a good nephew..." the Ruan Ya Clan Elders said, her beautiful face a mix of admiration and complaint.

Second Uncle Fang chuckled and shook his head. "Ah Yang is indeed excellent, but I can’t be the one to decide the affections of the younger generation. Have faith in him. He’ll handle it well."

For a moment, the atmosphere became a bit awkward.

Seeing this, the Lin Bin Clan Elders quickly changed the subject. "Sigh, I don’t know why the Medicine Hall is still wide open. I thought they would suspend operations for now."

...

「Inside the cyan Medicine Hall.」

There weren’t many people there to take the Tier Two Alchemy Master assessment, only about thirty or so.

Perhaps it was because of his status as a Wielder of the Command, or perhaps because he was the champion of the First Realm.

In any case, while waiting, Fang Yang stood off to one side, and the people around him consciously kept their distance, leaving a clear space around him.

Just as Fang Yang closed his eyes to rest and prepare for a swift pass in the upcoming assessment, his ears twitched.

’Someone’s approaching!’

He slowly opened his eyes and looked forward.

The first thing he saw was a slender young man dressed in a blue brocade robe.

And behind this blue-robed youth, Lie Shaolong was following.

The blue-robed youth introduced himself. "Fang Yang, I am Banker Pool, Chen Ying’s junior brother."

Then, Banker Pool said, "I advise you to stay away from Senior Sister Chen Ying. Otherwise, you’ll have a hard time explaining yourself to Eldest Miss Sen."

Hearing this, Lie Shaolong felt dizzy, as if the sky was falling. ’Master, there’s no way I can smooth this over now.’

Fang Yang, however, lifted his chin and lowered his gaze, looking down on Banker Pool.

VMMMM...

"Who the hell do you think you are?!" Fang Yang berated him coldly, a powerful pressure gradually radiating from his body, aimed directly at Banker Pool.

The pressure descended like a mountain. Visibly, Banker Pool’s face flushed a deep red, his body began to tremble uncontrollably, and even his knees couldn’t stop buckling.

"I’m sorry, I’m sorry! Please, be merciful!"

Lie Shaolong apologized profusely while forcefully pressing Banker Pool’s head down, making him admit his mistake to Fang Yang.

He had arrived aggressively but left in disgrace, like a buffoon.

「Back in the main area.」

The Lin Bin Clan Elders sighed. "Pool still needs tempering. His temperament is lacking."

Second Uncle Fang and the Ruan Ya Clan Elders had different expressions, their inner feelings completely opposite.

The former was pleased, the latter helpless.

As for Chen Ying, her face was burning.

She wished she could give Banker Pool a vicious whipping!

’Who was anyone else to gossip about her and Fang Yang’s affairs?’