245: No need to call too many people

Xin Lan, hearing a voice beside her so suddenly, was startled.

She looked at Lin Xiu with a horrified expression, waving her hands repeatedly, "Elder, don't mess around! We can't bear the consequences of angering Valley Master Tang."

"I have a Strange Flame, so dealing with the Nine Dragon Lightning Flame won't be a problem for me."

Lin Xiu revealed a confident smile.

No, am I worried about the Strange Flame?

After hearing Lin Xiu's words, Xin Lan's vision went black, and she almost fainted from holding her breath.

The Strange Flame was only the first part of Valley Master Tang's test; what he truly wanted was clearly a high-level Alchemist who could cooperate with him in alchemy.

"Who's talking?"

"Who's so presumptuous?!"

In the Great Hall, the Alchemists who had been eliminated earlier all turned around and looked in the direction of the voice.

"This voice sounds a bit familiar, as if I've heard it somewhere before."

Among the crowd of Alchemists, a purple-robed Elder muttered to himself, frowning in thought.

He was Zeng Xiu, invited by Elder Huo.

Elder Huo also had the same thought.

"Your Excellency, since you have this idea, please come forward and try. If you meet the requirements, my Burning Flame Valley will certainly not be stingy."

Tang Zhen's spirit was invigorated, and his voice became steady, powerful, and a few shades louder.

Huo'er had forcefully fused with the Nine Dragon Lightning Flame back then, but was met with a backlash. Although she survived, hidden dangers remained within her body.

According to the current situation, her own Life Qi might deplete within a year.

Beside him, Tang Huo'er's beautiful eyes scanned her surroundings, filled with anticipation.

Could there still be a Great Master?

Under everyone's watchful eyes, Lin Xiu walked out of the room. The moment he appeared, it predictably caused a stir.

"He's so young?"

"Whose kid is this, daring to cause trouble in Burning Flame Valley? Doesn't he know Valley Master Tang has a fiery temper?"

"An ignorant fellow."

The Alchemists present whispered to each other, their tones mocking, their faces showing schadenfreude.

Because alchemy is a long-term endeavor, requiring a lot of time to accumulate experience in controlling Fire Energy and Medicinal Pills to master it sufficiently.

But looking at Lin Xiu's face, he was clearly a young man.

When Tang Zhen saw Lin Xiu's face clearly, he was also momentarily stunned, but he reacted quickly and adjusted immediately.

"I shouldn't have gotten my hopes up."

Tang Huo'er pouted.

Why is it him?

Elder Huo was stunned. Who let him in?

"No wonder it sounded familiar; it's this kid. He even dared to sneak into Burning Flame Valley, seeking death."

Zeng Xiu recognized Lin Xiu, pushed aside several Alchemists in front of him, stood before Tang Zhen, and cupped his hands, "Valley Master, this is the brash young man. He was blocked outside the gate before and wanted to ask Elder Huo to bring him in, but he didn't succeed. Now, I don't know what trick he used to sneak in."

Master Huan spoke, "Valley Master Tang, this old man thinks there's no need to try. What you need is an Alchemist. Someone so young, let alone helping, it would be good if he didn't hinder."

Tang Zhen didn't speak, but he somewhat agreed with Master Huan's words in his heart.

"Lin Xiu greets the Valley Master."

As if he hadn't heard those people's words, Lin Xiu looked directly at the red-haired Elder.

A faint pressure constantly emanated from the other party. Compared to the Soul Hall Honored Elder he had encountered before, the Elder in front of him was even slightly stronger.

"Hehe, my young friend is too polite. You said you want to try, but do you know that this flame in my hand is no ordinary flame, but the Nine Dragon Lightning Flame, ranked twelfth on the Strange Flame Ranking?"

Tang Zhen smiled gently. It was the first time he had seen such a young man dare to look him directly in the eye. Even the Disciples in the Valley would subconsciously show fear. "Are you sure you still want to try?"

"Yes!"

Lin Xiu said calmly.

"Nonsense. Retreat now, and we won't laugh at you."

Zeng Xiu stared at Lin Xiu.

"Young man, the Nine Dragon Lightning Flame contains condensed Dragon might, which has the effect of deterring the Soul. Without sufficiently strong Soul Power, you might not be able to withstand it and could even get injured. You'd best think it through."

Master Huan sat on his chair, his hands tucked into his sleeves.

"Lin Xiu, Master Huan's words are reasonable. Do you still insist?"

Tang Zhen asked.

"Valley Master, just begin."

Lin Xiu was expressionless, showing no sign of being intimidated, and completely disregarded their advice.

"Then I'll begin."

Tang Zhen raised his hand and opened his palm. The silver flame reappeared, and the air temperature in the Great Hall instantly rose, clearly becoming much hotter.

Looking at the flame, Lin Xiu frowned slightly, then raised his hand and released a wisp of flame.

This flame was about one finger high, appearing in a horned humanoid shape.

The pale blue humanoid flame jumped, diving into the silver flame.

"Fire Spirit?"

Zeng Xiu was startled, instinctively letting out an exclamation.

"What kind of flame is this? It's not weaker than the Nine Dragon Lightning Flame. If it's also a Strange Flame, the blue color should be Sea Heart Flame, but why isn't the Fire Spirit in the form of a blue whale?"

Master Huan stood up, subconsciously taking a step forward, only stopping after feeling the heat wave.

"So he really has strength."

Elder Huo was momentarily stunned, and a hint of regret arose in his heart. He should have brought him in earlier. What a great opportunity to earn merit, delivered right to his doorstep, and he didn't seize it.

After the blue flame entered the silver flame, several flame Dragons lunged, but they were punched and kicked by the Fire Spirit, quickly knocked down, and immediately became still.

The fire Dragons huddled in a corner of the flame, trembling, not daring to meet the Fire Spirit's gaze.

This scene, falling into Tang Zhen's eyes, immediately stirred up a storm in his heart, and his expression couldn't help but become more solemn.

"What kind of flame is it that makes the Nine Dragon Lightning Flame so wary?"

He looked at Lin Xiu with a hint of surprise.

So young, yet possessing a Strange Flame.

Master Huan, having thought of something, his eyes changed, and a chilling arc suddenly appeared at the corner of his mouth as he sat back down in his chair.

"No wonder he dared to provoke; it turns out the Strange Flame gave him confidence. However, young people are ultimately inexperienced; daring to display treasures when out and about without sufficient strength will only attract covetousness."

He sneered inwardly.

The test had only begun for one minute when Tang Zhen proactively put away the Nine Dragon Lightning Flame, a complete departure from his previous requirement that a minimum of ten minutes of endurance was needed to pass.

"Valley Master Tang, have I passed?"

Lin Xiu put away the Fire Spirit.

"Is that even a question? My young friend's ability to control fire truly impresses this old man. I just don't know what your alchemy strength is like?"

Tang Zhen's face was smiling, and his eyes became full of anticipation; this was the truly important matter.

"What grade of Medicinal Pill does the Valley Master wish to refine?"

Lin Xiu asked.

"Seventh-grade."

Tang Zhen blurted out. Remembering that it was not easy to find two people who could resist his Strange Flame at the same time, he added, "Young Brother Lin, don't feel too much pressure. Just speak truthfully. The Medicinal Pill will mainly be refined by me; you and Master Huan will assist on the side."

"Valley Master Tang, if the alchemy grade is too low, sometimes cooperation can backfire."

Master Huan glanced at Lin Xiu, a flicker of jealousy in his eyes.

He merely passed by relying on the advantage of a Strange Flame; how dare he compare himself to me?

"Valley Master Tang, if it's just a seventh-grade Medicinal Pill, I'd like to say... there's no need to call too many idle people. I can refine it myself directly."

Lin Xiu looked straight ahead, meeting Tang Zhen's gaze directly, without flinching.

This made Tang Zhen feel that the other party seemed to have immense confidence.