The so-called Divine Essence Elixir refers to an abbreviation.

The full name of this elixir is the Divine Essence All-Purpose Elixir, a rare pill specifically for Outer Elixir Realm cultivators.

The reason it is called the Divine Essence All-Purpose Elixir is because it combines the effects of attack, healing, and defense.

In any direction, it is deemed top-notch, thus earning its name.

Combining what Mr. Zhang previously mentioned, Qin An had a vague suspicion in his heart.

"In the ancient battlefield ruins... could there be a battle breaking out?" Qin An asked.

He knew very little about the ancient battlefield; even the Evil Extermination Bureau's Confidential Library had only brief mentions.

This secret information is only accessible to Silver Prefecture Generals.

Even the Mountain Patrol Golden General, Jin Fengyu, whom he encountered earlier, had not revealed a thing.

Upon hearing it now, Qin An couldn't help but feel a sense of inquiry.

Mr. Zhang looked embarrassed; his meaning was already very clear, and his silence was the most straightforward answer.

— This matter is not to be asked, nor discussed.

After pondering for a moment, Qin An suddenly realized and changed the topic: "I already know about this matter, Alliance Hierarch, doesn't the alliance have a way to produce the Divine Essence Elixir?"

Mr. Zhang shook his head with a bitter smile: "Although this elixir is a Pulse Condensation Realm formula, the alliance only has remnants of it. Recently, I've worked day and night with the elders to try and complete it, but to no avail. That's why we've widely invited alchemical geniuses to jointly address the matter and pool our wisdom."

Qin An pondered: "I see."

He finally understood why the Alliance Hierarch had specifically called him over.

With just a broken formula, even with the combined efforts of the Alchemy Master Alliance elders and the Alliance Hierarch to complete it, it wouldn't be possible to produce it in a short time.

Mr. Zhang paused slightly, his gaze burning as he looked at Qin An, and continued: "Mr. Qin is acclaimed as an alchemical genius in Lingzhou, with significant achievements in alchemy. If you could join this plan, the Divine Essence Elixir would surely emerge sooner."

As he said this, Mr. Zhang was very enthusiastic.

But despite his sincere words, Mr. Zhang's heart was clear.

This move was merely casting a wide net.

If they manage to catch something, it's good; if not, they'll just find someone else.

Although Qin An was extraordinarily talented in alchemy, and the Qi Blood Elixir he produced was astonishing, the hope of completing the formula was slim. Inviting him was merely adding more potential.

Qin An pondered, then cut straight to the point: "What benefits do I get?"

Mr. Zhang was slightly taken aback, then promptly replied: "What benefits does Mr. Qin want?"

He hadn't expected Qin An to speak so directly.

But now that the topic turned to reality, they might as well face it.

If the benefits Qin An wanted could be provided, great; if not, it would be difficult for Mr. Zhang to make a decision.

"If I help the Alliance Hierarch produce the Divine Essence Elixir, the reward should not be meager." Qin An lightly tapped the desk with his fingertips: "At the moment, I'm most lacking in demon cores. How many can the Alchemy Master Alliance provide?"

Mr. Zhang fell into contemplation and naturally overlooked Qin An's earlier sentence, focusing instead on the latter part.

Qin An saying he would help produce the Divine Essence Elixir seemed very challenging to Mr. Zhang.

His intention in involving Qin An in this plan was to gather the strengths of many and increase the chances of completing the formula.

As for the demon cores Qin An needed, Mr. Zhang found it quite challenging.

Demon cores are precious. Even the Alchemy Master Alliance doesn't have many.

Mr. Zhang frowned, pondered for a moment, and said: "If you can help, regardless of whether the formula is completed, we can offer one demon core as a reward."

Qin An narrowed his eyes slightly and shook his head: "Too little."

At another time, a reward of one demon core would be acceptable to Qin An.

After all, he's only one demon core away from the Supreme True Elixir.

However, right now, one demon core isn't enough.

In the Outer Elixir Realm, demon cores will become the primary source of Qi Blood, so the more he can gather now, the better.

Mr. Zhang frowned: "Mr. Qin, don't joke. A reward of one demon core will be given, whether successful or not, and if successful, we'll give you even more."

Qin An raised his eyebrows: "Far from enough. If the Alliance Hierarch is willing to raise the price, I can write down the complete Divine Essence Elixir formula. If not, let this matter go."

"Don't joke, one demon core is already the limit, it really is a lot..." Mr. Zhang's words stopped abruptly, his eyes widening: "What did you say? Did you just say... write down the Divine Essence Elixir's formula?"

He only realized midway, suddenly recalling what Qin An had just said, disbelievingly digging his ears, and even repeated it.

"Mr. Qin, did I just hear wrong... you want to give us the formula for the Divine Essence Elixir?"

Qin An nodded: "That's right, if you have the formula, you can definitely produce the Divine Essence Elixir, saving various tests."

Mr. Zhang's throat moved, suppressing excitement: "Where did Mr. Qin obtain the Divine Essence Elixir's formula?"

Qin An's expression remained calm, not answering.

Seeing Qin An's silence, Mr. Zhang immediately realized that his question had perhaps touched upon some secrets.

Everyone has secrets in this world, but one shouldn't pry into others'.

Mr. Zhang closed his mouth, no longer asking.

Qin An calmly said: "Giving you the Divine Essence Elixir formula is worth more than just one demon core."

Mr. Zhang clenched his fist, eyes glinting with excitement, then opened five fingers: "Five demon cores, that's the limit the Alchemy Master Alliance can offer!"

"If Mr. Qin is willing to provide the Divine Essence Elixir formula, all five demon cores will be given to you."

"Moreover, the Alchemy Master Alliance will henceforth be Mr. Qin's best ally in Xunyang Prefecture. From now on, in Xunyang Prefecture, the Alchemy Master Alliance will take your lead! Mr. Qin, what do you think?"

Qin An fell into silence, closing his eyes in contemplation.

The silence in the hall was palpable, only the sound of Mr. Zhang's heavy breathing could be heard.

The excitement in Mr. Zhang's eyes grew even more.

He's a shrewd old man, able to discern from Qin An's expression that Qin An truly might know the method of making the Divine Essence Elixir.

Otherwise, Qin An wouldn't show such a thoughtful expression.

It's clear that he's considering whether this deal is worthwhile.

Five demon cores indeed represent the utmost Mr. Zhang can offer.

The Alchemy Master Alliance is not a combat force, and sometimes alchemy requires the consumption of demon pills, so naturally, the reserve of demon pills is not abundant.

These five demon pills are already the limit that Mr. Zhang can provide.

Qin An suddenly opened his eyes, spread out his palm: "Bring them here."

Upon hearing this, Mr. Zhang heaved a sigh of relief and gave Pang Yunxiang a look: "Mr. Pang, go to the alliance's treasure store and retrieve the last five demon pills."

Pang Yunxiang hesitated slightly, but Mr. Zhang had already given the order, and as an elder of the Alchemy Master Alliance, he naturally did not defy it.

Subsequently, Pang Yunxiang quietly left.

After about half an incense stick of time, Pang Yunxiang finally returned to the room carrying the five demon pills.

Mr. Zhang pushed the sandalwood box containing the demon pills in front of Qin An: "Please, Mr. Qin, examine them."

Qin An opened the sandalwood box.

The five demon pills were nestled within, their sheen flowing.

Qin An nodded and said: "Prepare brush, ink, paper, and inkstone."

Mr. Zhang again gave Pang Yunxiang a look.

Pang Yunxiang quickly nodded, then quietly went to the adjacent room to fetch the brush, ink, paper, and inkstone, even personally grinding the ink for Qin An.

If the outside forces saw this scene, their jaws would surely drop.

After all, as an elder of the Alchemy Master Alliance, Pang Yunxiang, though not exceptionally powerful, was deeply respected in Xunyang Prefecture due to his alchemy skills.

That he would grind ink for Qin An was a clear indication of the Alchemy Master Alliance's regard for Qin An.

Qin An didn't mind, he picked up the brush and began to write the Divine Essence Elixir's formula in full.

He was now a tenth-level Pill Master, well-versed in Pulse Condensation Realm formulas, and wrote without the slightest hindrance.

Pang Yunxiang stood by the side, unable to resist sneaking glances as Qin An wrote.

As he saw Qin An write more, the shock and joy in his eyes grew.

By the time Qin An finished writing the last character, Pang Yunxiang could no longer contain his excitement, trembling slightly.

He reached out carefully, cradling the valuable piece of paper as if it were a treasure, and handed it to Mr. Zhang.

Mr. Zhang had already sensed something unusual from Pang Yunxiang's expression, and he too was incredibly excited.

After reading the contents on the paper in full, his eyes shone with repeated brilliance, and he carefully tucked the formula into his coat.

Qin An laid down the brush and said indifferently: "How about it? Was this deal worth it?"

Mr. Zhang quickly waved his hand: "Sir, so generous! Not a loss, not at all a loss, rather we're the ones who got the bargain. Mr. Qin, in the future, should you need any assistance from the Alchemy Master Alliance in Xunyang Prefecture, the entire alliance will spare no effort!"

Qin An rose and said: "If that's so, then let's start now."

Mr. Zhang was slightly taken aback, then responded loudly: "Please, sir, speak plainly, what do you need us to do?"

Qin An looked towards the rear courtyard of the Alchemy Master Alliance: "I need to borrow the pill furnace again, and this time I want the best pill furnace."

Mr. Zhang laughed heartily: "I thought it was something big, Mr. Pang, take Mr. Qin to the best pill furnace in the Alchemy Master Alliance. Whoever's using it, evict them. From now on, whenever Mr. Qin wishes to use the pill furnace, he must have the best. Even if I am using it, it must be vacated for Mr. Qin!"

Pang Yunxiang had no objections this time, agreeing with remarkable promptness: "As you command!"

Up to this point, he was completely convinced of Qin An.

Originally thought Qin An was just here to play, but it turned out not only did Qin An possess an extraordinary talent for alchemy, he also knew how to craft the Divine Essence Elixir.

In this way, not only could the Alchemy Master Alliance complete its task, but the human cultivators in the ancient battlefield remains would also gain significant reinforcement.

Qin An nodded to indicate Pang Yunxiang should lead the way.

Pang Yunxiang didn't linger any longer, turning and leaving the main hall.

Soon after, Qin An and Pang Yunxiang both vanished from the doorway.

Mr. Zhang touched his chest, where he had just placed the alchemy formula.

His expression was extremely complex.

"Qin An is a true dragon, a dragon that can soar through the skies of Xunyang Prefecture."

"I never expected to encounter him here."

"Though this is merely a transaction, it is also a great opportunity for me to forge an auspicious connection with this dragon!"

With these thoughts, Mr. Zhang stood and walked towards the rear courtyard.

He wanted to memorize the formula for the Divine Essence Elixir and, once he was ready, commence pill refining.

...

In an exceedingly luxurious room, sandalwood incense was placed everywhere, with a massive pill furnace in the center.

The pill furnace glimmered with gold, instantly revealing it was not an ordinary object.

Qin An sat on a meditation mat, watching the fire gradually ignite beneath the furnace, then turned to speak to Pang Yunxiang: "Mr. Pang, please step aside, and additionally, I prefer not to be disturbed."

Not long ago, Pang Yunxiang had brought Qin An here.

This was indeed the best pill furnace the entire Alchemy Master Alliance had.

Once he heard, Pang Yunxiang answered and closed the door as he left.

After Pang Yunxiang departed, Qin An took out the materials needed for the Supreme True Elixir, his eyes rarely showing a hint of excitement.

As the fire burned intensely, Qin An put all the demon pills in.

In the next moment, the flames in the furnace scorched the demon pills, which transformed into thick Qi Blood Power, filling the furnace.

Qin An followed the method for crafting the Supreme True Elixir, his finger skills shifting.

The cauldron's fire flickered like breathing.

Approximately after the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, once the furnace gradually cooled, Qin An extracted the pill from within.

As the cauldron lid slightly lifted, a glaze-like pill lay quietly inside.

Within it, Qi blood coursed like a dragon swimming through the seas, tightly contained by the pill's casing.

Qin An's eyes showed restrained brilliance, without hesitation, he raised his hand and swallowed it.

Instantly, waves of Qi surged throughout his body.

"Today, I shall achieve the Supreme True Elixir!"

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