I was just making up techniques… how did all of you become Emperors? Chapter 649 649: The Great Dao Pill is Completed

Over the Pill Refinement Hall in the Wendao Sect, a brilliant purple-golden glow wrapped around everything. The thick scent of pills filled the air, sneaking into the senses of Ji Wuwu and his fellow disciples, causing them to totally lose track of their ongoing chores.

"Such an amazing smell, I'm dying to try the pills our Master has just made."

Lu Ming whispered, saliva practically dripping from his mouth.

Chu Yan added, "Count me in."

Noticing their eagerness, Ji Wuwu grinned and suggested, "Since you junior brothers are all keen to expand your knowledge, why don't we set aside the outside distractions for now and head over together to check out Master's fresh batch of pills? Sound good?"

"Sure."

Lu Ming agreed, preparing to pull back his spiritual power from the Heaven Observing Mirror, when Xian He, standing nearby, interrupted. "Senior and junior brothers, take a look—someone's entering our Wendao Sect."

His words drew the attention of everyone there straight to the Heaven Observing Mirror.

There, a tall, robust youth with dark skin gripped a massive hammer, advancing steadily up the stone steps toward the Wendao Sect.

The youth bore numerous injuries, and his steps wobbled unsteadily, as if a mere breeze might topple him over.

Witnessing this, the group exchanged glances before fixing their eyes on Ji Wuwu.

Ji Wuwu declared, "Let's proceed as planned—visit Master first to view the new pills, then return to check if this young one has conquered the Immortal Ladder."

"Yeah, that sounds right. It's tough for a regular mortal to climb the Immortal Ladder; he might quit and turn back midway," Chu Yan agreed.

Before long, they all consented and made their way to the Pill Refinement Hall. Master had secluded himself for pill refining over eighty-one full days this round, leaving them curious about the remarkable elixirs he'd produced.

Within the Pill Refinement Hall.

Chu Feng watched as eleven purple-gold Great Dao Pills emerged from the pill furnace, a faint smile tugging at his lips. In his mind, he reflected: This new realm is truly impressive—the Heavenly Dao hasn't set rules for the Dao of Pills yet, allowing one batch to yield nine superior Great Dao Pills.

Just then, the system's voice echoed in his thoughts: "Thanks to your tutelage, the host's disciple has reached peak mastery in the Strange Fire Pill Refinement Art, granting the host +8 Great Dao Truth."

Hearing the notification, Chu Feng glanced at Jiang Yan and remarked, "Ah Yan, looks like you picked up some solid insights this time around?"

Jiang Yan rose to his feet and replied with respect, "Master, your disciple did learn a bit, though it pales in comparison to what you've achieved."

"No need to downplay it, kid. It's unfortunate you haven't grasped the Great Dao Truth yet; otherwise, I'd hand you a Great Dao Pill to boost your cultivation further."

Chu Feng was well aware of the risks in forcing rapid growth, so he held back from giving Jiang Yan the pill.

Far from being let down, Jiang Yan beamed and said, "Master is absolutely right—disciple understands that cultivation demands steady progress, and rushing it only backfires."

"Well said, your insight is sharp. Come on, those folks outside must be getting restless by now."

With a sweep of his hand, Chu Feng flung open the Pill Refinement Hall's doors, spotting Ji Wuwu and the rest waiting patiently just beyond.

"We pay our respects to Master."

The disciples chorused together.

"Rise, no formalities needed."

Chu Feng responded, producing a porcelain vial in his grasp, then added calmly, "I figured you'd all be eager to see my recent pill creations—time to give you young ones a real eye-opener."

As he spoke, spiritual power surged from him, revealing a single purple-gold Great Dao Pill before the group.

The disciples stared at the pill's emanating Great Dao glow, each one gulping down their excitement involuntarily.

Observing their hungry yet hesitant looks, Chu Feng chuckled, "Feeling the urge to devour it?"

Like eager fledglings, Ji Wuwu and the others bobbed their heads and echoed, "We do."

"That drive is promising, but at your current levels, swallowing a Great Dao Pill would shatter your bodies and end you. Once you've attained Great Dao Truth, come claim one from me each."

With that, Chu Feng tucked the Great Dao Pill back into the jade bottle.

The smartest way to spur disciples toward greater power lies in layering incentives—grand ambitions alongside modest milestones.

This Great Dao Pill serves as a modest reward, and seeing it should ignite these youngsters to accelerate their cultivation efforts.

"We shall follow your command."

Ji Wuwu and the others affirmed in unity.

"Fine, disperse now. After days of refining, I'm feeling worn out." Chu Feng concluded, ready to depart by stepping onto the void.

Then Lu Ming piped up, "Master, we actually came for one more thing to report."

"Oh?"

Chu Feng halted, pivoting to face his disciple, and urged, "Out with it."

Lu Ming explained, "Master, a young outsider has begun ascending the Immortal Ladder."

"I see. Have someone guide him up, and make sure he's settled once he arrives."

Chu Feng wrapped up and departed without delay, leaving the group to exchange puzzled looks.

Jiang Yan chimed in too, "Senior Brother, junior brothers, I'm worn out as well—that newcomer and the Heaven Observing Mirror are yours to manage."

"Got it."

Ji Wuwu acknowledged, then ushered the others away in a rush. At that moment, a single resolve burned in every heart: to train relentlessly and claim Master's Great Dao Pill without delay.

Three days passed.

Mo Yi at last completed his trek up the Immortal Ladder. Spotting the grand Immortal Palace ahead, joy lit his features, and the tension he'd held snapped, sending his body pitching forward onto the ground.

Thud!

The dull impact roused the guarding Qing Song. Seeing the fresh arrival collapse, he flicked his wrist, summoning a droplet of Spirit Dew. This was his own devised technique, transforming spiritual energy into Spirit Dew that spurred swift plant growth and restored the wilted.

Though people differ from flora, Spirit Dew's benefits applied equally to both.

The drop slipped into his mouth, and to Mo Yi, it felt like stumbling upon a fresh oasis after endless desert thirst. Vitality surged through him in an instant.

His eyes fluttered open instinctively, meeting the gaze of a youth in a flowing green robe.

Mo Yi scrambled upright and bowed deeply, "Many thanks to you, young friend, for your aid. Might I inquire where I am? It resembles the fabled Immortal Realm."

"You could call this an Immortal Realm without issue. Our Wendao Sect, established by the Dao Ancestor himself, stands as the sole sacred ground for cultivation among all races." Qing Song declared, pride swelling on his face.

"Wendao Sect?"

Mo Yi racked his brain over the name, searching long and hard, yet no memories of the Wendao Sect surfaced.

"That's right."

Qing Song grinned and asked, "What's your name? Here to join as a disciple?"

Mo Yi answered, "To the young friend, I am Mo Yi, young leader of the Mo Tribe. Lately, war has raged among the three tribes. To safeguard my people, I set out to craft a supreme divine weapon. I stumbled into the Wendao Sect by accident—please pardon the intrusion, young friend."

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