70: Crisis? No, it's an opportunity!

Chapter 70: Crisis? No, it's an Opportunity!

That day, as usual, Soul Cang headed to the Heavenly Burning Qi Refining Tower.

On the way, Elder Lin, Elder Su, and several other Elders came up. When they met, Soul Cang smiled politely.

Once Soul Cang's figure disappeared around the corner, Elder Su couldn't help but look at Elder Lin and ask, "I heard you failed to take a disciple, so you found yourself a Senior Brother?"

"Hahaha, yes, Old Lin, why didn't you greet Soul Cang when you saw him just now? You're so impolite," another Elder laughed heartily.

The other Elders looked at the embarrassed Elder Lin and couldn't help but laugh.

Elder Lin indignantly said, "What do you all know? We Alchemists prioritize the capable, not age, only ability, understand?"

Elder Su shook his head, restrained his smile, and said seriously, "Elder Lin, is Soul Cang's alchemy skill really stronger than yours?"

The surrounding Elders also composed themselves.

After all, if this hadn't truly come from Elder Lin's mouth, no one would have believed it.

Because in the field of alchemy at Canaan Academy, if Elder Lin said he was second, only one person could claim to be first.

But now, a young man had actually surpassed Elder Lin, who only bowed to one person, which was truly a bit unbelievable.

A hint of recollection flashed in Elder Lin's eyes, and he sighed, "Hmm, I don't want to admit it, but it's the truth. When I first saw Soul Cang with a Heavenly Flame, I found it strange. Now that I think about it, I finally understand."

"Elder Lin, please elaborate. What specifically makes Soul Cang so strong that he can make an old stubborn like you, who has been immersed in alchemy for a hundred years, bow his head?" an Elder asked curiously.

Because at Canaan Academy, even the top Alchemist hadn't made Elder Lin yield over all these years.

To finally bow to a young man was indeed somewhat unexpected.

Elder Lin laughed, "In all aspects, you know, for an Alchemist, fire control is an important basic skill. Refining medicinal liquids and forming pills all highly depend on controlling the heat. Even I sometimes fail, but for Soul Cang, the flame is like a part of his body. With a single thought, the flame obediently carries out his command, not daring to resist."

As he spoke, a hint of envy couldn't help but appear in Elder Lin's eyes. To achieve such mastery in fire control was the first time he had witnessed it.

Elder Su's face showed surprise, his mouth slightly agape. He knew that Soul Cang possessed a Heavenly Flame, and Canaan Academy was no stranger to Heavenly Flames.

There was one in the lower part of the Heavenly Burning Qi Refining Tower.

The violent and terrifying nature of the Falling Heart Flame, even after being suppressed for so many years, had not diminished in the slightest.

Yet, Soul Cang could make a Heavenly Flame so docile; that was truly impressive.

The other Elders also showed similar expressions.

Along the way, Elder Lin continued to speak, and the other Elders listened intently.

...

Upon reaching the bottom floor, Soul Cang's gaze first fell on the well-shaped opening, a hint of fervor flashing in his eyes.

The main body of the Falling Heart Flame was sealed within it.

However, the surrounding figures sitting cross-legged dispelled his thoughts.

Withdrawing his gaze, Soul Cang entered the alchemy room, took out his items one by one, and quickly entered a cultivation state.

After an unknown period, the Heavenly Burning Qi Refining Tower suddenly experienced violent fluctuations.

Soul Cang was startled by the commotion and opened his eyes. He put away his items and asked in confusion, "What's happening?"

Walking outside, there were originally seven Elders, but now only three remained.

One Elder looked at Soul Cang: "Quickly leave the bottom floor."

"Has something happened?" Soul Cang asked.

"Those lunatics from the Black-Corner Region suddenly attacked Canaan Academy today. The Elders have already rushed to provide support," the Elder said rapidly. "You should also leave quickly. If the Falling Heart Flame goes berserk at this time, it will be dangerous to stay in the tower."

"Yes," Soul Cang nodded, a hint of doubt flashing in his eyes, which was then replaced by joy.

This is great! Even Heaven is helping me!

Originally, all the Elders were gathered in the Heavenly Burning Qi Refining Tower, giving Soul Cang no chance to act.

Now that the Elders had been lured away, he had to seize this opportunity!

Turning the corner, Soul Cang, taking advantage of no one paying attention, quickly hid in a room. He quickly searched and didn't see anyone else.

Afterward, Soul Cang concealed his strength and waited quietly.

"Although the people of the Black-Corner Region are crazy, they are definitely not fools. Daring to besiege Canaan Academy, there must be a conspiracy involved," Soul Cang mused silently. "Moreover, to cause such a large commotion, if they don't have something to gain, I wouldn't believe it myself."

Time passed bit by bit, when suddenly a terrifying energy surged from below.

Soul Cang's eyes narrowed: "It's the Falling Heart Flame. It sensed the situation outside and is preparing to break through the seal."

Almost as soon as this thought crossed his mind, angry roars and violent, powerful Dou Qi energy resounded outside.

Terrifying high temperatures instantly filled the air inside the tower, as if to ignite everything.

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Soul Cang's expression remained normal. A faint flame emerged within his body, covering his entire being, and the sudden heat immediately subsided.

He poked his head out and glanced around; his vision was completely filled with fiery red flames.

Following the passage downwards, there were no Elders remaining by the ancient well that sealed the Falling Heart Flame, and the rim of the well was covered in a large amount of lava.

The fiery red liquid, due to the high temperature, had not yet cooled and solidified, still slowly flowing as a reddish liquid.

A pair of Dou Qi wings condensed behind Soul Cang, and then he leaped directly into the opening.

"According to my senses, the main body of the Falling Heart Flame is still hidden below. My chance has come!" Soul Cang's face couldn't help but show joy as he plunged into the lava.

...

Outside.

Above the Heavenly Burning Qi Refining Tower, countless flames swayed, occupying the sky. The scorching high temperature made the Elders' expressions solemn.

Large numbers of students were rapidly moving away from the Heavenly Burning Qi Refining Tower. Along the way, many turned their heads, their gazes meeting the sky-covering flames, their eyes trembling uncontrollably.

"Elder Su!" Seeing a figure rush over, the Elders at the top of the Heavenly Burning Qi Refining Tower seemed to find their pillar of strength, their expressions easing somewhat.

Elder Su's gaze swept downwards, as if it could penetrate the building's obstruction, and he said heavily, "The seal has been broken?"

An Elder nodded gravely: "We were tricked by the Falling Heart Flame. It had been silent these past days, apparently accumulating strength. It took the opportunity to go berserk just now, and we couldn't stop it at all."

Elder Su's gaze swept over the Elders present, seeing that many of their hair and beards were singed, and he sighed helplessly.

Over the years, the Falling Heart Flame had been growing, its strength now many times more terrifying than when it was sealed.

Elder Su took a deep breath and said, "Everyone, let's work together to prevent the Falling Heart Flame from spreading. I've already notified the Grand Elder and the others; they will arrive shortly."

"Yes," the surrounding Elders immediately responded, then each one stirred the Dou Qi within their bodies.

Streams of Dou Qi transformed into barriers, connecting to each other, like a giant cover enveloping the flames.

The flames surged incessantly, and an invisible entity immediately began to stir, attempting to break through the barrier.

"Hmph, with this old man here, you won't succeed!" Elder Su snorted coldly, raised his hand, and sent a stream of Dou Qi. The invisible energy body disappeared, only to reform in another location.

But Elder Su was startled: "So weak! What's going on?"