When Venerable Cang Song produced this red pill, everyone present brightened, their eyes filled with shock.
Judging from the expressions of those around and the medicinal aroma emanating from the pill, I had already guessed that this was no ordinary medicine.
It must be some kind of powerful tonic.
Nearby, an elder exclaimed,
"True Martial Pill!"
"Indeed, it must be the True Martial Pill. This boy has gained another fortune!"
"..."
Venerable Cang Song, holding the red pill, smiled faintly,
"Nephew Qin, this is our Wudang Sect's True Martial Pill. Just one pill requires a full year to refine.
After consumption, it can temper the body and strengthen essence, invigorating blood and qi.
You have rendered a great service to the Dao Alliance this time, so I shall bestow this True Martial Pill upon you."
The elders surrounding them stared intently, like hungry wolves,
Their gazes fixed on the True Martial Pill.
Even my uncle was visibly excited.
Fearing I might refuse, he quickly whispered from behind me,
"Young Qin, thank the Alliance Leader quickly! Hurry, hurry."
In this era, only a few major sects mastered the art of alchemy.
Each pill on the market was extremely expensive.
The fact that so many elders present were excited meant the True Martial Pill must possess extraordinary qualities.
At this moment, I did not delay, and immediately cupped my fists in thanks,
"Many thanks to the Alliance Leader for the bestowed medicine."
Venerable Cang Song let out a "hehehe" chuckle,
"No need, no need. Those who contribute to the Dao Alliance should be rewarded!"
As he spoke, he handed the True Martial Pill to me.
I received it with both hands, feeling a sense of joy in my heart.
Venerable Cang Song, seeing me take the pill, nodded at me,
"Nephew Qin, you have worked hard on this journey. You should go back and rest well!"
Venerable Cang Song's intention was clear: he wanted me to leave.
After all, this was a high-level meeting.
As a junior, it was not appropriate for me to remain here.
I was also sensible enough to leave after receiving the pill.
I immediately cupped my fists and said,
"Alliance Leader, esteemed elders, this junior bids farewell!"
The elders present, those who were on good terms with my uncle, nodded slightly.
Those who were not, did not respond.
My uncle also gave me a "Mm."
Then, I did not linger, and turned to walk out of the great hall.
Accompanying me out was Daoist Qing Shi.
He was responsible for guarding the great hall, so he also did not stay inside.
Upon exiting the great hall, Wang Qi was still standing in the same spot.
Seeing me come out, he still had a gloomy expression.
I paid him no mind, cupped my fists to bid Daoist Qing Shi farewell, and then left.
I wondered where Old Mo and the others had gone.
But he was a living person, and Xiao Yao was with him, so I wasn't worried.
However, I needed to check on Xiao Mei in the room.
Therefore, I went straight back to the tent in the back mountain.
People were coming and going, and due to the sudden events, no one was sleeping.
They were gathered in small groups.
Some who recognized me, having seen me in action at the foot of the mountain,
Now greeted me.
I responded to them all.
Before long, I reached the tent.
Glancing at my backpack in the corner, I found Xiao Mei still there, nestled inside the backpack.
My appearance also startled Xiao Mei awake.
Xiao Mei's eyes opened a sliver:
"You're back? What happened outside? Why was it so noisy?"
Seeing Xiao Mei's inquiry, I told her everything that had happened at the foot of the mountain.
Xiao Mei listened without much interest.
She simply said "Oh" and continued,
"I can smell that some of my kin are nearby. Did they intervene this time?"
I shook my head.
"No, the Fox Clan did not appear on the battlefield."
Xiao Mei said "Oh" again, then narrowed her eyes and leaned back into the bag to sleep.
At this point, I sat down cross-legged and took out the True Martial Pill.
As soon as I opened the box, Xiao Mei, who had been sleeping, twitched her nose.
Then she poked her head out:
"It smells so good!"
I chuckled, "Heh heh,"
"This was given to me by the Alliance Leader. The True Martial Pill, it can temper the body. A good thing."
Xiao Mei's eyes lit up, and her mouth began to water.
"Qin Ze, I really want to eat it! Can you give it to me?"
As she spoke, Xiao Mei jumped out directly.
She transformed, taking on human form,
Revealing her alluring face, and deliberately exposed her shoulder, looking enchantingly charming:
"Please?"
Her voice was coquettish, and anyone who saw or heard it would likely be unable to resist.
Fortunately, having lived with Xiao Mei for a long time, I had developed a certain immunity.
Seeing her like this, I rolled my eyes directly:
"No, no, no, your honey trap won't work on me. This pill is mine, why would a fox eat it?"
After saying that, I didn't hesitate, took the pill, and swallowed it in one gulp, consuming it directly.
Xiao Mei, who was alluring and charming a moment ago, saw my lack of response.
She directly rolled her eyes at me:
"Hmph! You stinky man."
Then she transformed back into a fox, burrowed into the backpack, and went back to sleep.
I paid her no mind.
What I needed most now was strength.
This Body Tempering Pill would definitely help me improve my cultivation.
For Xiao Mei to get it with a few words and a show of charm was impossible.
After swallowing the pill, I sat cross-legged and began to circulate my qi.
As the true qi flowed within me, I gradually entered a state of cultivation.
The medicinal power of the True Martial Pill was quickly activated by the true qi.
A wave of heat began to emanate from my abdomen.
The powerful medicinal force started to spread throughout my body.
Every cell in my body seemed to be activated.
My entire body became warm.
I continuously circulated my qi, inhaling and exhaling to absorb the medicinal power.
I could feel my previously depleted dantian becoming increasingly abundant.
The Profound Core became a bit brighter, and the halo around it grew a little denser.
This was a sign of improved strength.
Immersed in the state of cultivation, I could clearly feel my strength increasing little by little.
When the warmth throughout my body gradually subsided,
I had also absorbed about seventy to eighty percent of the True Martial Pill's medicinal power.
Opening my eyes again, I felt full of energy.
Even though I hadn't eaten last night, I felt very strong.
But apart from that, my body was sticky all over.
It felt as uncomfortable as if I hadn't showered in more than ten days. A layer of black grime covered my skin.
"Expelling impurities from the body, is this the effect of the True Martial Pill?"
I muttered to myself.
I glanced at Xiao Mei, who was still sleeping.
Looking outside, I found that it was already dawn.
Feeling uncomfortable, I found some clothes and went outside to take a bath.
Upon my return, I not only felt my energy had improved,
But my muscle strength had also increased significantly.
I tried punching a tree.
With a "crack," the tree trunk, as thick as a thigh, instantly cracked.
I was stunned.
Mind you, I hadn't even activated my cultivation or used my full strength.
I had merely used my physical strength.
It was surprisingly powerful.
Not only had my muscle strength increased,
But my blood and qi had also become much more vigorous.
No wonder the elders had been so excited when the Alliance Leader brought out the True Martial Pill.
This pill would not greatly increase one's cultivation level,
But it could improve one's physique and strengthen the body.
For the older generation, enhanced physique and vigorous blood and qi were what they most desired.
After all, as they grew old, what they wished for most was a youthful body and abundant energy.
If this pill were to be sold on the market,
Even with a seven-figure price tag, it would attract countless wealthy individuals to snatch it up...