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Bai Qingjian chuckled awkwardly and scratched his head, saying, "On this trip, I encountered a troublesome Blood Blade Slave. I accidentally went a bit too far, and I've used up all my Rejuvenating Pills, but it seems my internal injuries haven't subsided."

The two did not avoid mentioning Bai Xuanjing during their conversation.

Bai Xuanjing pondered in his heart.

Returning Dragon Pill...

He vaguely felt that the name of this pill was somewhat familiar, and it should be from the Bai family's pill inheritance.

However, it is not a common elixir.

Soon, Bai Xuanjing recalled it.

During the Southern Demonic Plague, the Bai family suffered a great loss at the hands of the Thousand Eyes Sect.

Many cultivators who were injured by high-level cultivators of the Thousand Eyes Sect would inexplicably generate Soul Forging Flames in their souls!

The flames appeared out of nowhere, and even if they were temporarily extinguished, they would recur after a period of time.

If left unchecked, once the Soul Forging Flame ignites, it will soon burn away the cultivator's soul, leaving only an empty shell.

Fortunately, that battle was led by the Flowing Cloud Sect, and many family cultivators and sect disciples suffered such strange injuries.

The Liuyun Sect then invited its own alchemists to jointly develop a pill called the Returning Dragon Pill.

It can heal the wounds inflicted by soul forging.

The Bai family made outstanding contributions in that battle, and the rewards bestowed upon them by the Flowing Cloud Sect included the formula for the Dragon Returning Pill.

This Dragon-Returning Pill is a mid-grade first-tier pill.

Thinking back to when Bai Qingjian asked about the Bing-class Earth Fire Vein.

Bai Xuanjing's heart couldn't help but flutter.

It is said that after taking the Rejuvenating Pill, most of the Bai family cultivators' soul-forging injuries were healed.

Only a small number of people, due to the severity of their injuries, did not fully recover and occasionally experienced a recurrence of their hidden injuries.

Could this be the case with Bai Qingjian?

If the injury to the soul does not recur, that's fine. But if it does recur, in addition to the pain of soul forging when it occurs, if it is not resolved for a long time, it may even lead to the destruction of the cultivator's soul and body!

It sounds like Bai Qingjian originally carried a Rejuvenating Pill with him for emergencies, but he's run out now?

Bai Qingshao sighed and asked, "Back then, during the southern demonic strife, the one who injured you was a Foundation Establishment demonic cultivator."

Even the Rejuvenating Pill cannot completely eradicate your Soul Forging Injury. The hidden injury frequently recurs, requiring regular use of the Rejuvenating Pill...

"How long will the Rejuvenating Pills you have last?"

Bai Qingjian waved his hand: "Forget it, just go to Jinlan Island and come back quickly. It would be best if you could bring me back some Rejuvenating Pills, or an alchemist."

However, he did not directly answer Bai Qingshao's question.

Bai Qingshao looked at Bai Qingjian and realized that Bai Qingjian was avoiding the topic. He immediately felt that the situation might be worse than he thought.

He was immediately disappointed and snorted, "Jinlan Island is a family war, how could an alchemist be involved?"

"Now, apart from you, very few people in the Bai family need the Rejuvenating Pill. Who would carry it around?"

Then he added, "The Rejuvenating Dragon Pill was bestowed by the Flowing Cloud Sect. Although it is not a unique inheritance of the Bai family, it is not appropriate to take it out for other alchemists to look at, lest the inheritance be leaked."

After saying that, his face darkened and his eyes flickered, as if he was thinking of a solution.

Seeing this, Bai Xuanjing's heart stirred slightly, and he cupped his hands and asked, "May I ask, Grandpa Qingjian, do you have the medicinal notes for the Rejuvenating Dragon Pill?"

Upon hearing this, both of their gazes immediately fell upon Bai Xuanjing.

Bai Qingshao frowned first and spoke: "Isn't the one you're stationed at the Ding-class fire vein?"

Bai Xuanjing nodded, then took out the Locust Tree Spirit Pearl and said calmly, "To be honest with my two grandfathers..."

"This spirit pearl was a gift from Grandpa Qingbai, and it contains a mid-grade first-tier spirit fire cluster."

"While my alchemy skills may not be as good as those experienced first-grade mid-level alchemists, I can still refine first-grade mid-level pills."

"All you need is the materials."

Upon hearing this, Bai Qingjian's face lit up with joy: "Materials are easy to find. Although I don't have any on hand, I can ask the Wang family cultivators I know to collect them for me."

He then glanced at Bai Qingshao and said with slight dissatisfaction, "I knew it! Qingshao, why are you in such a hurry? There's a ready-made alchemist here!"

Bai Qingshao looked at Bai Xuanjing with some disbelief: "Are you sure you can refine the Dragon Returning Pill?"

It wasn't for any other reason, but mainly because Bai Xuanjing looked far too young.

In Bai Qingshao's memory, the Bai family did not seem to have produced many first-level mid-grade alchemists of this age.

Bai Xuanjing nodded: "As long as there are more than ten portions of the materials, I can give it a try."

"Okay, you give it a try!"

Seeing that Bai Xuanjing's expression did not seem to be feigned, Bai Qingshao nodded decisively.

Then he looked at Bai Qingjian: "However, when you go to the Wang family to find spiritual herbs, ask them to help you contact some suitable first-tier mid-grade alchemists as well."

Although leaking the notes on the Rejuvenating Pill to outsiders would be punishable, compared to Bai Qingjian's life, the punishment would be insignificant.

When all else fails, the only option is to ask outsiders for help in refining elixirs.

Bai Qingjian waved his hand dismissively, saying, "Since Xuanjing can forge it, why bother finding an outsider?"

Bai Qingshao looked at Bai Xuanjing, smiled, and said, "Xuanjing, don't worry about it. It's not that I don't trust you."

"This time, the Dragon Pill is related to Qingjian's life. If you really can't refine it, you'll have no choice but to ask outsiders for help."

After saying that, Bai Qingshao looked at Bai Qingjian and snorted, "When the time comes, I won't be cleaning up your mess for leaking the notes on the Rejuvenating Dragon Pill to outsiders!"

Upon hearing this, Bai Qingjian let out a strange cry.

However, he also knew that Bai Qingshao's behavior stemmed from his concern for him.

He quickly got up and went to Bai Xuanjing, patted Bai Xuanjing on the shoulder, and looked at Bai Qingshao, "In my opinion, we don't need outsiders."

Then Bai Qingjian encouraged Bai Xuanjing, "You kid, did you hear that? Your Grandpa Qingshao thinks your alchemy skills are no good."

You'd better step up your game and really embarrass your grandfather, Qing Shao!

Upon hearing this, Bai Xuanjing was both amused and exasperated.

Fortunately, although the two patriarchs exchanged words, it was not out of malice.

If the Rejuvenating Dragon Pill is actually successfully refined, it won't be considered a loss of face for Bai Qingshao.

It was just a joke.

After their conversation, Bai Xuanjing immediately realized that although Bai Qingjian's cultivation was not low, he seemed somewhat childish during the conversation.

"Perfect timing. Xuanjing is going to refine pills here. Why don't you set up some fire-resistant barriers around his residence?" Bai Qingshao said.

Bai Qingjian immediately replied, "It's a piece of cake!"

Then his expression turned serious again, and he looked at Bai Qingshao and instructed, "I will stay behind in Jing'an Market. You should go to Jinlan Island as soon as possible to contact the family."

Bai Qingshao nodded.

Bai Qingjian then added, "There are demonic cultivators at sea now, so be careful."

"Hmph, I'm much more reliable than you!"

Bai Qingshao gave a light snort, clearly annoyed.

Upon hearing this, Bai Qingjian scratched his head and smiled, not taking it to heart.

After watching Bai Qingshao leave, Bai Qingjian pulled Bai Xuanjing inside.

He raised his hand and cast several restrictions, setting them up.

Bai Xuanjing can also set up ordinary restrictions.

However, some of the more powerful fire-avoidance restrictions can only be completed by cultivators in the late stage of Qi Refining.

This is also the reason for waiting for Bai Qingjian to return.

After working for about half an hour, the restrictions on this place were finally set up.

Then Bai Qingjian looked at Bai Xuanjing: "When I was hunting demonic cultivators, I saved a cultivator from the Wang family. Today, an old man from the Wang family invited me to Tianxiang Tower. Are you going?"

Tianxianglou is a restaurant in Jing'an Fangshi, offering everything from fine wines and delicacies to beautiful women.

It is the best place for monks to relax and unwind.

Bai Xuanjing shook his head.

Since Bai Qingjian returned, he has often mentioned the Wang family.

While setting up the restrictions, he also subtly inquired and unexpectedly learned that Bai Qingjian's Daoist partner was actually from the Wang family of Jing'an Market.

For this reason, Bai Qingjian had a good relationship with some cultivators of the Wang family and had frequent interactions with them.

The banquet at Tianxianglou tonight is hosted by the Wang family.

Bai Qingjian had connections with the Wang family, but had no relationship with Bai Xuanjing.

Bai Xuanjing had no intention of trying to build a relationship with him, so she decisively refused.

Bai Qingjian was not surprised to see Bai Xuanjing's statement.

He smiled and said, "That's perfect. You stay and watch over the pharmacy for a day, and I'll go see the Wang family cultivators and ask them to help me find some spiritual herbs."

After saying that, he rolled his eyes and looked at Bai Xuanjing: "You kid, tell me honestly, if I give you ten sets of materials, are you confident you can refine even one batch of Rejuvenating Dragon Pills?"

Bai Xuanjing understood.

Judging from his appearance, he seemed quite childish in front of Bai Qingshao, betting that Bai Xuanjing could master it.

But deep down, Bai Qingjian wasn't really sure either.

After thinking for a moment, Bai Xuanjing nodded.

His alchemy skills have improved significantly, and the success rate of refining the Azure Water Pill is nearly 60%.

Besides the Azure Water Pill, he also refined other pills such as the Feather Pill.

Having come into contact with a new first-grade mid-level elixir, it's definitely not the case that one out of ten batches won't even produce a single successful batch.

"Alright, then I'll hold off on asking the Wang family to help me find an alchemist for now."

A strange glint flashed in Bai Qingjian's eyes, and he said decisively.

He then explained, "If I look for outsiders, I have to show them the elixir manual, and if the old men in the family find out, they'll use that as an excuse to nag me endlessly about leaking the family's secrets to outsiders!"

After saying that, Bai Qingjian made a gesture of picking his earwax and chuckled.

He doesn't look like an elderly man at all.

Bai Xuanjing had become accustomed to Bai Qingjian's words and actions.

He cupped his hands and asked, "Grandpa Qingjian, would you mind letting me take a look at this medicine manual first?"

Bai Qingjian nodded, touched the storage bag, and it took him a while to take out the pill manual, seemingly because the storage bag was too cluttered.

He said, "There aren't many cultivators in the family who need the Dragon Returning Pill right now, so there's no fixed quota."

"I obtained this elixir manual from an elder years ago."

When I need elixirs, I'll take this note to the alchemist in your third branch to have them made.

"I usually carry it with me."

"To be honest, I don't usually use my magic power much, so my Soul Forging Injuries rarely flare up. Therefore, I don't carry many Yellow Dragon Pills with me."

"I never expected to encounter this situation... Your help in refining the Dragon Returning Pill has been a great help to me."

I'll see what benefits I can offer you then.

Bai Xuanjing nodded repeatedly, but when faced with the benefits Bai Qingjian mentioned, she immediately declined them humbly.

Bai Qingjian didn't take it seriously.

He will definitely give you benefits.

However, that will have to wait until Bai Xuanjing refines the elixir.

The main problem is that he hadn't decided what to give.

After briefly explaining the precautions for guarding the pharmacy, Bai Qingshan left the courtyard and headed outside.

Although he was supposed to be guarding the pharmacy, it would actually close at night.

There's not much to do.

After seeing Bai Qingjian off, Bai Xuanjing returned to the house, sat cross-legged, took out the pill manual for the Rejuvenating Dragon Pill, and began to read it.