Inside the Defiant Moon Palace, there were tens of thousands of divine statues. Xu Qing walked out, and although he didn't seem to be bolstering his energy, his words were like a tempest that swept out in all directions.
The surrounding divine statues were all paying close attention.
Grandmaster Sheng Luo looked at Xu Qing and said, "Forget about it.
I'll just teach you a lesson. I hope that after what you've experienced today, you'll be able to calm your heart and not delve into crooked Daos! "
With that, Grandmaster Sheng Luo completely ignored Xu Qing. He lifted his right hand, and the pill furnace above his head floated down into his palm. He waved his hand, and a medicinal pill shot out from within to float in mid-air.
The pill looked like a crystal, and as it rotated in mid-air, it emanated streams of light that swirled around it. It was incredibly beautiful, especially its translucent, crystalline surface, which made it look like a precious treasure.
It was possible to see medicinal mist swirling around its interior, as if it were a celestial paradise. It was completely extraordinary.
Xu Qing's skill in the Dao of alchemy allowed him to sense how extraordinary this medicinal pill was. At the same time, he also gained a better understanding of Grandmaster Sheng Luo's Dao of alchemy.
"He really is a genius," he murmured inwardly. Cries of shock could be heard from the crowd as they looked at the medicinal pill.
"How is that a medicinal pill? It's obviously a pill treasure!"
Who could have imagined that Grandmaster Sheng Luo's skill in the Dao of alchemy would reach such a level!?
The cries of astonishment grew louder and louder. In truth, just by looking at the medicinal pill's appearance, everyone could sense how astonishing it was. One of Sheng Luo's followers walked out at that moment with reverence in his eyes and spoke loudly.
"Fellow Daoists, I'm sure you all know that high-grade medicinal pills are all about perfection. The more refined they are, the more precious they are. Once they reach the pinnacle, the Ancient Gazing Heavenly Dao will bestow them with a brilliant light. Grandmaster Sheng Luo's medicinal pill has already triggered that light!"
As soon as his words left his mouth, the cries of shock and commotion grew even louder. Numerous gazes were cast toward the medicinal pill, filled with longing, and praise.
Even Xu Qing's followers were starting to feel a bit guilty. They exchanged dismayed glances. Before, they had been filled with confidence in Grandmaster Dan Jiu, but after hearing Sheng Luo say that Bai Feng had died a few years ago, their hearts began to waver.
Now that they saw this medicine that was close to a pill treasure, even if they had confidence in Dan Jiu, they still hesitated.
Amidst the exclamations of the crowd, the Fourth Hall Master in the sky was slightly moved as he nodded his head.
"It is indeed a treasure pill. Master Sheng Luo, can this pill be mass-produced?"
Facing the praises of the crowd and the Fourth Palace Master, Sheng Luo smiled and bowed to the Fourth Palace Master.
"Fourth Hallmaster, this pill can naturally be mass-produced."
"Good!" The Fourth Palace Master smiled.
Master Sheng Luo was satisfied. He turned to look at the expressionless Xu Qing and said.
"This is the first lesson I'm going to teach you. Remember, for us alchemists, studying the Dao of alchemy is what we should focus on. Put away your little tricks, put away your crooked heart. If you don't have any light in your heart, the pills you refine will never have a glorious day!"
Grandmaster Sheng Luo's words carried a hint of reprimand. When the crowd heard this, they also looked at Xu Qing with different expressions. Some shook their heads, some despised him, some lamented, and some were angry.
Xu Qing didn't say anything. He just took out his curse removal pill and waved his hand, causing it to float in the air.
This pill looked black and there was nothing special about it. Some people in the crowd couldn't help but laugh.
"Is this a dirt ball or a pill?"
"That's it?"
Amidst the mocking laughter, Xu Qing formed a seal and pointed at the pill. Immediately, cracking sounds came from the pill and cracks appeared on it.
In the next instant, as the black pieces on the surface broke off, an endless brilliance erupted from within in all directions with a force that could topple mountains and overturn seas.
The light was boundless and endless, as if the dawn had arrived and opened up hope for the world.
Every ray of light inside was like a rainbow, gorgeous and colorful.
It reflected the sky, making the sky full of peace. It sprinkled down on the land and made the mountains appear fine.
From afar, it was as if a sea of light had formed with the pill as the center. It kept spreading in all directions and eventually turned into a resplendent light.
In an instant, all the cultivators in the Defiant Moon Hall who were paying attention were absent-minded. As for the two pills in midair, anyone with eyes could see the huge difference between them.
Xu Qing's pill was boundless and brilliant. As for Grandmaster Sheng Luo's pill, it also had some brilliance, but now it was completely drowned out. There was nothing special about it. If one didn't look carefully, they would lose the meaning of its existence.
After a while, gasps could be heard. Then, more and more gasps could be heard, rising and falling. Finally, cries of surprise could be heard from the crowd.
"Endless brilliance bestowed by the Heavenly Dao?"
"Such brilliance … isn't this the supreme pill that Grandmaster Sheng Luo spoke of in the past?!"
"There really is such a pill. I clearly remember that only pills that contain destiny and the hope of all living beings can be recognized by the Heavenly Dao and bestowed with such brilliance!"
As the crowd cried out in shock and disbelief, Grandmaster Sheng Luo stood there in a daze, staring at Xu Qing's medicinal pill. His eyes were filled with disbelief. He opened his mouth as if he wanted to say something, but no words came out.
At the same time, the Fourth Palace Master who was in midair suddenly stood up.
She stood up abruptly and stared at the pills below. Her expression changed and her chest heaved up and down.
"Grandmaster Dan Jiu, this pill … is the Curse Removal Pill?"
This was the first time he spoke to Xu Qing, and also the first time he used the word "grandmaster". When he said it, the meaning was different.
Xu Qing nodded when he heard that.
At the same time, the most excited people were Xu Qing's followers. Whether it was the burly neighbor, Six Eyes, or the others, their hearts were surging.
Their previously shaken minds and hesitant thoughts were completely replaced by determination and excitement at this moment.
Six Eyes, in particular, was shouting with all his might.
"Grandmaster Dan Jiu's virtue is high in the Nine Heavens. His pills have been consumed in ten seas, and he has benefited a hundred worlds and lasted for ten thousand years!"
When those words were spoken, the excitement in the hearts of Xu Qing's followers also surged. They were all shouting loudly.
Seeing this, a few of Grandmaster Sheng Luo's followers spoke up with a guilty conscience.
"Although the surface of the pill is important, it's still something that can be consumed. Therefore, the medicinal efficacy is of utmost importance!"
"That's right. Grandmaster Sheng Luo's Disaster Removal Pill is twice as effective as the original Disaster Removal Pill, and has very few side effects. It's the perfect pill to alleviate the pain of the curse!"
As their words echoed out, Grandmaster Sheng Luo took a deep breath. Suppressing the shock in his heart, he looked at Xu Qing with a complicated expression.
"Consuming one of my Disaster Removal Pills can delay the pain of the curse for at least a sixty-year cycle!"
With that, he looked at Xu Qing as if he were facing a powerful enemy.
When the crowd from Defiant Moon Hall heard this, they recovered from the shock of seeing Xu Qing's medicinal pill. After all, the medicinal efficacy of the pill was the most important thing. Now that they heard the introduction, their eyes shone with strange light.
Xu Qing ignored Sheng Luo's gaze. He looked calmly at his own curse removal pill.
"Permanently reduces the curse by ten percent."
Xu Qing's voice wasn't very loud, but it was like a sudden clap of thunder that exploded in the minds of everyone in Defiant Moon Hall.
In an instant, the entire Defiant Moon Hall fell silent.
Everyone's minds were in turmoil. Even though they had some guesses about the Curse Removal Pill, after hearing Xu Qing's words, they still felt incredulous. Everything seemed unreal.
When Grandmaster Sheng Luo heard this, his eyes narrowed. He looked at Xu Qing's medicinal pill, and his heart was in turmoil. However, his many years of experience allowed him to quickly come to a conclusion. Then, he spoke in a low voice.
"Impossible!"
"Unless it contains a huge side effect, causing people to die a sudden death within a few days after eating it!"
Xu Qing looked at Sheng Luo.
Dan Dan spoke.
"There are no side effects."
Everyone was shocked again. Sheng Luo's body swayed, but his eyes were still filled with strong doubts as he stared at Xu Qing.
"Nonsense! Are you the Red Moon Divine Son?
Even a Divine Son can't do this. Are you a Divine Spirit?
Ridiculous! "
"We'll know once we try it." Xu Qing's expression was calm from the beginning. After he spoke, he looked at the crowd.
"Who's next?"
Everyone hesitated, but Grandmaster Sheng Luo sneered.
"There are huge side effects after consuming it!"
As soon as he spoke, everyone was even more hesitant. Even the burly neighbor did not dare to step forward rashly. However, at this moment, a sharp voice reverberated in all directions.
"I'll do it!"
Everyone looked over and saw a six-eyed deity walking out of the crowd proudly. He went directly to Xu Qing, bowed respectfully, and spoke loudly.
"You're hesitant about the Grandmaster's medicinal pill. Obviously, you're not sincere, but I'm different. I believe in the Grandmaster. I'll eat this medicinal pill!"
Xu Qing felt strange. He looked at the captain and did not speak.
At this moment, everyone's eyes were focused on the captain. Then, the burly neighbor rushed out and spoke loudly.
"Grandmaster, I'm willing to try the pill!"
"Back then, I listened to your supreme Dao voice for two months. This is fate. After that, I was the first to buy your pill and eat it. Every time, I am the first, and this time is no exception!"
"Grandmaster, please fulfill my wish!"
The burly neighbor looked at Xu Qing with a sincere expression. He really trusted Xu Qing.
The six-eyed deity looked somewhat displeased.
Xu Qing muttered to himself for a moment, then waved his hand. Immediately, the medicinal pill flew toward the burly neighbor. He didn't give it to the captain, because the captain had too many random things on him, and Xu Qing was worried that something bad might happen.
The burly neighbor caught the medicinal pill and took a deep breath. His eyes were filled with determination. Finally, under the watchful eyes of everyone present, including Grandmaster Sheng Luo and the Fourth Palace Lord, he put the medicinal pill to his mouth and swallowed it.
In the next moment, the Fourth Palace Lord in the sky raised his hand and grabbed at the air. Suddenly, the neighbor's body flew out and was enveloped in the power of the Fourth Palace Lord. It was not only to strengthen him, but also to make everyone's perception clearer.
The burly man's body trembled, and beads of sweat appeared on his forehead. His expression was one of pain. However, in the next moment, his entire body began to shine, and black liquid began to seep out from his withered body.
The liquid emitted a rotten stench, which spread out in all directions. The burly man's body trembled, and his eyes opened. Disbelief and shock filled them.
"My curse … has been reduced by ten percent!" he murmured.
As soon as the words left his mouth, the ears of everyone in Defiant Moon Hall buzzed. They trembled, and madness appeared in their eyes. However, they still looked at the Fourth Palace Lord suspiciously.
The Fourth Palace Lord closed his eyes. As the crowd waited nervously, he opened his eyes and walked down from the sky until he was in front of Xu Qing. He looked at him with a profound gaze.
A moment later, the Fourth Palace Lord clasped hands and bowed to Xu Qing, as if he were a noble.
"Grandmaster, you are virtuous and virtuous, and your meritorious service is immeasurable!"
His words were like a clap of thunder that cut through Heaven and Earth. It was the final word.
All of the deity statues in Defiant Moon Hall trembled violently. All of the hesitation in their hearts vanished like smoke into thin air. The amount of doubt they had before was now equal to the amount of fanaticism they felt.
Endless anticipation and excitement filled their hearts and minds, turning into countless cries that boiled up within the Inverse Moon Hall.
As of this moment, Xu Qing had become the brightest star in the hall.