CHAPTER 913: CHAPTER 913: IMMORTAL ALCHEMIST ASSESSMENT

Upon hearing Xing Huntian’s inquiry, Luo Yin Alchemist pondered for a moment before responding:

"If I’m not mistaken, their purpose in going to the Pill Conference branch is likely to undergo the Immortal Alchemist assessment."

"Immortal Alchemist assessment?"

"Exactly, the Immortal Alchemist assessment."

Luo Yin Alchemist nodded and continued, "Brother Xing Huntian, have you forgotten? Back when Zhu Fei was in this North City market, he was a First Grade Immortal Alchemist."

"Hmm, Brother Luo Yin, do you mean...?"

Xing Huntian’s eyebrows suddenly raised, but a cruel smile had already flashed across his face at that moment.

"If things are indeed as such, then I can only say that they are truly naive. A mere First Grade Immortal Alchemist thinking they can challenge my Mad Demon Gang, it’s utterly reckless!"

"Brother Xing Huntian, although you say that, someone recognized as an Immortal Alchemist by the Pill Conference still poses some troubles if we take action against them."

At these words, a sinister gleam flashed in Luo Yin Alchemist’s eyes.

"Rather than letting them cause trouble for us, it would be better to take this time to directly..."

While speaking, Luo Yin Alchemist raised his hand and made a gesture of slashing a throat.

"Hmm, if that’s the case, we must head to the Pill Conference branch immediately, and by the way, call Black Demon and the others back."

Xing Huntian’s eyes gleamed with malice as he said, "As long as they haven’t obtained the Immortal Alchemist qualification recognized by the Pill Conference, even if they reach the branch, I have means to ensure they meet an untimely death!"

...

Zhu Fei was unaware of the events transpiring within the Mad Demon Gang. At this time, he was with Chen Tianxing, being led by a female attendant into a hall.

"Master Hong, this fellow Daoist wishes to undergo the Immortal Alchemist assessment."

Upon arriving in the hall, the female attendant brought Zhu Fei and Chen Tianxing before a middle-aged man wearing Pill Conference attire and spoke respectfully.

"Hmm, Immortal Alchemist assessment?"

Upon hearing the attendant’s words, Steward Hong, who was engrossed in an ancient book, immediately looked at Zhu Fei, a slight look of surprise on his face, followed by a smile.

"Haha, so it’s you. I recognize you. If I’m not mistaken, you must be the owner of Yue Dan Pill Shop?"

Hearing Steward Hong’s words, Zhu Fei was also slightly surprised.

He hadn’t expected that upon his first visit to this Pill Conference branch, he would be recognized. Quickly, he clasped his hands and replied:

"To report to you, Senior, Yue Dan Pill Shop is currently under my management. May I know if I can directly participate in the Second Grade Immortal Alchemist assessment later?"

Previously, Zhu Fei had learned that to take the Second Grade Immortal Alchemist assessment, one must first possess a First Grade Immortal Alchemist qualification token.

In other words, Zhu Fei needed to pass the First Grade Immortal Alchemist assessment before taking the Second Grade assessment.

Initially, Zhu Fei had planned to do just that, but since he had met someone who recognized him, he wondered if he could avoid wasting time, which is why he boldly asked the question above.

"Oh, you wish to take the Second Grade Immortal Alchemist assessment?"

Steward Hong raised his eyebrows slightly, looking at Zhu Fei with a hint of surprise.

If Steward Hong remembered correctly, the pills Zhu Fei managed were all First Grade Immortal Pills. Had Zhu Fei reached the level of a Second Grade Immortal Alchemist in such a short time?

With this thought, Steward Hong was slightly moved but didn’t make things difficult for Zhu Fei. Instead, he nodded with a smile and said:

"With your Alchemy Dao cultivation, seeking the Second Grade Immortal Alchemist qualification presently isn’t impossible, but..."

"But what?"

Hearing Steward Hong’s words, Zhu Fei was immediately delighted and therefore couldn’t wait to ask.

"Haha, actually, there’s nothing much. It’s just that you will need to provide all the materials required for the Second Grade Immortal Alchemist assessment yourself."

Steward Hong smiled and continued: "However, if you wish to start with the First Grade Immortal Alchemist assessment, the materials for that assessment will be provided by our Pill Conference branch. What do you think?"

"Hmm, thank you for your kind offer, Senior, but I think I’ll proceed directly with the Second Grade Immortal Alchemist assessment."

For some reason, Zhu Fei suddenly felt a wave of unease.

This feeling came unexpectedly, sharply alerting Zhu Fei that something bad seemed to be looming over him.

To avoid unnecessary complications, Zhu Fei decided to temporarily decline Steward Hong’s kind offer.

"Hmm, in that case, follow me. Oh, and I am Hong Jizi. If you don’t mind, you can call me by name from now on, no need to call me Senior."

Hong Jizi evidently did not think much of it, smiling slightly before leading Zhu Fei and Chen Tianxing to a quiet chamber ahead.

...

"Fellow Daoist Zhu Fei, we will conduct the Second Grade Immortal Alchemist assessment here. If your friend is available, he may wait outside for a moment."

Upon entering the assessment chamber, Hong Jizi gestured to the surroundings before smiling and addressing Zhu Fei.

"Alright, Tianxing, please wait for me outside. It shouldn’t take long for me to come out."

Upon hearing Hong Jizi’s words, Zhu Fei immediately turned to Chen Tianxing and said.

Chen Tianxing nodded and, without saying much, gave Zhu Fei an encouraging look before turning to leave.

"Fellow Daoist Zhu Fei, may I know which pill you intend to refine for the Second Grade Immortal Alchemist assessment?"

After Chen Tianxing left the chamber, Hong Jizi adopted a slightly serious demeanor, speaking in a weighty tone to Zhu Fei: "Before your assessment, there are a few things I need to tell you.

Firstly, you will only have three attempts to refine the pill for the assessment. After three attempts, if your pill does not meet the Pill Conference’s requirements, you will fail the assessment.

Additionally, the Pill Conference requires that assessments for Immortal Alchemists below the Fourth Grade must use the Pill Conference’s Pill Furnace and flame. Is this an issue for you?"

Hearing this series of statements from Hong Jizi, Zhu Fei couldn’t help but be momentarily stunned.

Especially at the last sentence, Zhu Fei hadn’t expected there were special regulations regarding the Pill Furnace and flame for assessments below Fourth Grade.

However, Zhu Fei quickly understood after a moment’s thought.

Generally, below Fourth Grade, Immortal Pills in the Immortal Realm would be considered basic pills, with no special requirements for flames, furnaces, or even other environmental factors.

In such cases, an Alchemist’s ability and talent in Alchemy can be fully displayed.

Through this method, finding Alchemy talents becomes much easier and more direct.

With this thought, Zhu Fei smiled and nodded, saying: "No problem, and the pill I intend to refine for this assessment is called the Star Origin Pill. Brother Hong, is this acceptable?"