C16 Elder Wang Was Deeply Puzzled

She never expected this kid to possess the Medicine Sect's unique flame technique. Yang Na was convinced he must have pilfered it.

"How dare you, stealing the Medicine Sect's sacred skill! I will report this to our sect without fail!" Yang Na fumed.

Su Ping'an couldn't help but chuckle. The Medicine King elder from the back mountain was likely the very sect master of her Medicine Sect.

The idea of me stealing the technique is ludicrous. It was personally taught to me. But seeing her attitude now,

I doubt I could clear my name even if I plunged into the ocean. So, I simply turned away, ignoring her completely.

Yet, my dismissive response only solidified Yang Na's belief that I had indeed stolen the technique.

"Lost for words, huh? Seems I've struck a nerve. The Elite Wound Sect is just as I suspected," Yang Na declared with domineering confidence.

Her accusation sparked curiosity among the Elite Wound Sect members, prompting a wave of speculation.

"It's true what they say, you can't judge a book by its cover. Who would've thought Su Ping'an was capable of this?"

"He's brought shame to the Elite Wound Sect. This guy probably doesn't have much skill at all. He could even be a spy from another sect."

"Looks like this won't end well today. I'm curious how the Sect Master will handle this troublemaker."

Amidst the growing chatter, Su Ping'an lost his temper and berated the crowd.

"Enough! All of you shut up and watch closely!"

With that, Su Ping'an's hands began to move, and the once dense green flame started to fade.

Before long, it turned completely transparent, leaving the onlookers utterly astounded.

Elder Wang, with his vast experience, stepped forward to examine it closely.

"This flame is unlike anything I've ever encountered, a purity I've never seen. It appears the Elite Wound Sect has gained another unparalleled genius," Elder Wang remarked gravely.

The flame's purity was beyond his comprehension, as innocent as a newborn.

Despite Elder Wang's words, Yang Na continued her tirade, unconvinced.

"Impossible! He must have stolen it from somewhere; there's no way he could possess such talent on his own."

Her outburst drew a stern look from Elder Wang, who regarded the shouting Yang Na with disapproval.

"Are you questioning my judgment? You should know, I've presided over the Punishment Hall for over thirty years without a single miscarriage of justice."

The crowd nodded in agreement. Elder Wang, as a Punishment Hall elder, would have been removed long ago if he'd shown any bias.

Seeing Elder Wang's fury, Yang Na didn't dare to push her luck and sulkily returned to her table.

She took out a green pill and swallowed it, and then, to everyone's astonishment, Yang Na breathed out a green flame.

"Is this some kind of performance? I never expected someone from the Medicine Sect to have such a trick up their sleeve."

"It must be a potent pill that can boost someone's cultivation level temporarily."

"Just a gimmick, hardly impressive."

While the onlookers speculated, Elder Wang began to enlighten them.

"This is a Green Fire Pill. It grants the user a temporary green flame, perfect for pill refining."

Who would have thought this young woman had access to such a high-grade pill? Clearly, her standing in the Medicine Sect was not ordinary.

After releasing the flame, Yang Na produced another identical pill and tossed it before her.

She proceeded to refine it, and the herbs melted before our eyes, a truly enlightening sight.

The potency of the flame was unexpected, and it seemed that Su Ping'an might now be in trouble.

Some idle spectators turned their attention to Su Ping'an, only to find him watching Yang Na with a curious gaze.

He appeared unfazed by her threat, seemingly intrigued by her flame.

This casual demeanor had everyone worried for Su Ping'an, surprised by his nonchalance.

As the flames refined the substance, Yang Na's pill eventually became a small green sphere. The emerald pill was so enticing it made mouths water.

Yang Na then gestured for Elder Wang to come over and evaluate her freshly crafted pill.

Elder Wang examined the emerald pill closely, turning it over in his palm with a scrutinous eye.

He brought it close to his nose and inhaled deeply, savoring the scent as if it were a fine wine.

Taking another deep breath, he began to explain loudly to the onlookers.

"This is undoubtedly a top-grade bruise-dispelling pill, and it has achieved the highest green quality. It's potent enough to heal those with severe injuries."

Elder Wang's announcement sent shockwaves through the crowd. No one had expected this young woman, Yang Na, to possess the skill to craft a pill of such high caliber.

Basking in the crowd's envious stares, Yang Na turned her attention to Su Ping'an, her gaze challenging, as if throwing down the gauntlet.

"So, are you impressed now? It seems you're clueless about pill refining, all show and no substance," she taunted.

Su Ping'an met Yang Na's eyes and let out a derisive laugh, his expression suggesting she was no more significant than an ant.

"You call that a green pill? Open your eyes and look closely. Today, I'll show you what true mastery looks like," Su Ping'an retorted with scorn.

He then took out his own herbs and began the refining process with a nearly transparent flame, his hands moving in a mesmerizing dance.

The crowd was captivated by his technique, which was far more enthralling than the woman's simple flame-blowing.

Before anyone could fully grasp what was happening, Su Ping'an had already completed the pill, leaving the onlookers dumbfounded.

A potent medicinal fragrance filled the air, dwarfing the scent of the woman's pill by tenfold.

Elder Wang hurried over to Su Ping'an and picked up the green pill, examining it closely.

The crowd watched as Elder Wang inspected the jade-like pill, its vibrant green almost too dazzling to behold.

Elder Wang found himself in a quandary, having never encountered a pill of such a deep green hue. Could it surpass the other?

"This is indeed an authentic green pill, but in all my years, I've never seen anything like it. I'm curious about its effects."