The Extreme Alchemist of the Mighty Cauldron
Chapter 1213 - Chapter 1213 Chapter 1212 Another Match

Chapter 1213: Chapter 1212: Another Match Chapter 1213: Chapter 1212: Another Match Fang Lin’s current state was indeed no different from having been seriously ill.

The remnants of the Devil Pill’s Power deep within his heart meridian had been completely neutralized by Fang Lin, but he had sustained rather severe injuries because of it.

Fang Lin had underestimated the stubbornness of the Devil Pill’s Power, spending more effort than he had anticipated to completely neutralize it.

If it hadn’t been for the protection of ancient medicinal herbs around his heart meridian, Fang Lin’s injuries would have been even more severe, perhaps even affecting his foundation and possibly leading to a regression in his cultivation.

However, being able to completely neutralize the Devil Pill’s Power was worth it. The damage to the heart meridian only required some time to heal.

“Kid, you really are bold, aren’t you afraid of losing your life?” Old Dried Corpse said.

Fang Lin’s lips were pale as he offered a wry smile, “If I didn’t take some risks, how could I have neutralized the Devil Pill’s Power?”

“But like this, the next time you want to make a breakthrough, I’m afraid it will be delayed quite a bit,” Old Dried Corpse said.

Fang Lin shook his head, “It doesn’t matter. As for realms, being a bit slower or faster is fine, as long as the Devil Pill’s Power is removed, I won’t be able to rest easy.”

Just then, sounds came from outside the prison, followed by a figure slowly walking down.

Fang Lin looked out and saw Elder Tiankui arriving, his face revealing a look of surprise.

“Master, why have you come?” Fang Lin asked.

Elder Tiankui showed no particular change, but his demeanor seemed even older.

Seeing Fang Lin, Elder Tiankui’s expression was complex, “I’ve made things difficult for you.”

Fang Lin stood up and gave a cupped fist salute, “I’ve worried you, Master. It’s all because of me that you have suffered this undeserved disaster.”

Elder Tiankui laughed, “It wasn’t you who caused me any trouble. After all, it was I who killed Elder Tiangang; with that vengeance fulfilled, whatever the outcome, I no longer care.”

Fang Lin sighed inwardly, knowing that Elder Tiankui, having slain his enemy Elder Tiangang, had no more attachments and was indifferent even to life and death.

“Fang Lin, your complexion is so poor, and your breath is unstable. Do you have internal injuries?” Elder Tiankui noticed Fang Lin’s appearance and breath and asked with a frown.

Fang Lin replied, “I suffered some hidden injuries at Fall Demon Cliff some time ago, which flared up recently. But it’s nothing serious, a few months of recuperation should be enough for recovery.”

Hearing this, Elder Tiankui’s heart skipped a beat, not expecting Fang Lin to have such injuries, which seemed quite severe given his weakened state.

In such a condition, how could he compete against the Alchemy Tao talents of the Seven Seas Taoist Sect?

Noticing Elder Tiankui hesitate to speak, Fang Lin directly asked, “Master, why have you come here?”

Elder Tiankui let out a light sigh and informed Fang Lin of the events that had recently transpired in Flat Sea City.

After listening, Fang Lin’s pale face revealed a cold smirk, “Pill Alliance is really interesting. When there’s no trouble, they lock me up here, and now after losing face, they want me to come out and restore face for the Pill Alliance? How could there be such a good deal?”

Elder Tiankui said, “The Pill Alliance did indeed go too far, but that was the decision of the Western Moon King. If it hadn’t been for his objection, you would have been allowed to fight before the competition with the Seven Seas Taoist Sect began.”

Fang Lin laughed, “If that’s the case, what’s the point of letting me fight now? We’ve already lost.”

Elder Tiankui urged, “The Pill Alliance is currently trying to arrange another contest against the Seven Seas Taoist Sect. If you were to participate, you could certainly help the Pill Alliance regain its honor.”

“Master, you don’t need to play the mediator for them. If they want me to take action, it’s not impossible, but the Western Moon King himself must come and ask me,” Fang Lin said.

Upon hearing this, Elder Tiankui immediately felt somewhat helpless. He knew his disciple Fang Lin quite well; when his temper flared, he wouldn’t listen to anyone.

If it weren’t for his temperament, Fang Lin wouldn’t have committed the crazed act of overturning the Inspection Hall.

“Master, you should go back,” Fang Lin said.

Elder Tiankui sighed and, knowing that he couldn’t persuade Fang Lin, left.

The East Pole Heaven King was waiting above and, seeing Elder Tiankui come out, knew that he hadn’t managed to persuade Fang Lin.

“What did the lad say?” the East Pole Heaven King asked.

Elder Tiankui shook his head, “He wants the Western Moon King to personally invite him.”

Upon hearing this, the East Pole Heaven King couldn’t help but laugh and cry. This youngster really thought highly of himself, expecting the Western Moon King to personally request his presence before he would agree to fight.

“I’ll go in and have a talk,” said the East Pole Heaven King, before entering the Underground Prison.

Less than the time it takes to finish a cup of tea, the East Pole Heaven King emerged with a look of resignation on his face, having also returned without success.

Fang Lin was still insistent on his terms. He was not opposed to stepping forward to face the Talent from the Seven Seas, but it had to be the Western Moon King coming to ask him personally; otherwise, there would be no discussion.

“Let’s go. This youngster is truly impervious to reason. We’ll go back and talk to the Western Moon, though the prospects for success seem slim,” the East Pole Heaven King said, returning to Pill Forest Academy with Elder Tiankui immediately.

At that moment, the group from the Taoist Sect within Flat Sea City hadn’t left, having been detained by Elder Tianjun.

Receiving instructions from the South Zodiac King, Elder Tianjun had been told to detain the people from the Taoist Sect of the Seven Seas, which he did accordingly.

“Elder, why not let us leave? The Pill Alliance may have lost, but there’s no need for such a vexed response, right?” inside Flat Sea City, Taoist Chongyun asked with a light smile, yet his eyes carried a hint of coldness.

Elder Tianjun said, “Please, members of the Taoist Sect, stay awhile. The Pill Alliance wishes to have another contest against the Taoist Sect’s Pill Pulsar.”

Heaven knew how awkward Elder Tianjun felt when he made this request, not knowing where to put his old face.

As the saying goes, ‘lose the battle but not the poise.’ The Pill Alliance had suffered a crushing defeat this time, and now they were shamelessly asking for another contest. It’d be laughable if word got out.

As expected, as soon as Taoist Chongyun heard that Elder Tianjun wanted another contest, he immediately revealed a look of disdain.

“It seems the Pill Alliance is not willing to accept their loss. However, please forgive the Taoist Sect of the Seven Seas for not accepting such a request,” Taoist Chongyun said indifferently, with a trace of pride in his demeanor.

Elder Tianjun’s face showed embarrassment, “Previously, it was just an exchange, but this time, the Pill Alliance wants to have a wager with the Seven Seas Pill Alliance.”

“A wager?” Taoist Chongyun frowned.

Elder Tianjun said, “Another contest. The Pill Alliance is willing to stake ten thousand-year-old Ancient medicinal herbs. If your Taoist Sect of the Seven Seas wins, you may take the medicinal herbs. If we win, we will not ask for anything from the Seven Seas. How about it?”

Taoist Chongyun laughed coldly, “What’s the point of another contest? Does the Pill Alliance have any young talents capable of defeating the Talent of the Seven Seas’ Taoist Sect?”

Elder Tianjun looked at Taoist Chongyun seriously, “The Pill Alliance indeed has someone who can defeat the Taoist Sect’s Talent.”