C15 Yin Flame Pill Poison

In a corner of the black market, a vortex of energy descended like a massive meteor crashing into a tranquil lake, stirring up colossal waves.

Despite the masked vendor's concealed face, her eyes emitted a piercing cold light. Her long, dark hair cascaded like a waterfall, moving with a life of its own, exuding an icy and formidable aura that pressed down on Qiao Gao.

At this moment, Qiao Gao was caught in the terrifying energy vortex, appearing like a lone leaf tossed amidst the ocean's towering waves...

The powerful and chilling energy vortex spread rapidly like a raging tornado, drawing shocked gazes from all the independent cultivators in the underground black market.

The black market was divided into three sections, and this was merely the outer perimeter, where most of the martial artists were at the Vein Connecting Stage. Thus, the sudden release of energy from a Soul Connecting Stage Late Period expert instantly captured everyone's attention.

Contrary to expectations, Qiao Gao wasn't overwhelmed. Instead, he remained remarkably calm. The Holy Rank energy within him subtly surged, dramatically altering his aura, effortlessly resisting the vendor's oppressive energy.

Not long ago, Qiao Gao had relied on the legendary Holy Rank energy to completely suppress the enraged Hwang Ningxue.

The woman running the stall was also at the Soul Connecting Stage, so Qiao Gao wasn't intimidated by her presence.

"If you keep pushing your energy, it'll only speed up the poison from the Yin Fire Pill corroding your energy channels," Qiao Gao said, looking up slightly. His eyes, calm and composed, were visible beneath his metallic silver mask. "Soon enough, you'll likely drop to the Vein Connecting Stage..."

The woman stared at Qiao Gao in surprise, her chest rising and falling as her mind raced with turmoil, unable to find peace.

Just then, several figures shot over from the distance, accompanied by the piercing sound of the air being sliced.

It was a group of underground market guards, led by a Soul Connecting Stage expert clad in black beast armor, wielding a long spear that gleamed with a cold light, clearly sharp and deadly. Following him were other guards in black robes, all at the Vein Connecting Stage.

"No disturbances are allowed in the market. You should know the consequences," the lead guard said coldly, casting a brief, warning glance at Qiao Gao and the woman. His voice was low but carried a formidable warning.

The underground market was a deep and complex place, rumored to be guarded by multiple powerful factions. Even experts at the Soul Connecting Stage dared not act recklessly. Angering the market's forces could spell disaster, even for those at the Heaven Connecting Stage.

This was the legacy and authority the underground market had built over hundreds of years, unshakable by ordinary warriors.

The beautiful vendor cast a deep, scrutinizing glance at the calm and composed Qiao Gao, then quickly withdrew her energy. The terrifying energy storm dissipated visibly...

Seeing that the beautiful vendor seemed hesitant to act rashly, the leader of the black market guards stretched lazily and muttered, "What a bore. It's been too long since I've had any action, I was hoping to stretch my muscles."

"With you around, Captain, who would dare cause trouble on your turf?" a flattering voice chimed in from behind the captain.

The captain grinned, glanced back at Qiao Gao and his companion, and said nonchalantly, "Hmph, they wouldn't dare."

With that, he and his group of subordinates sauntered away...

As the black market guards departed, the beautiful vendor turned her gaze back to Qiao Gao, locking eyes with him.

"Who exactly are you?" she asked again, her eyes filled with intense wariness.

"Relax, I mean no harm," Qiao Gao stepped closer, speaking softly. "I just want to make a deal with you."

"I'll give you the formula for the Detoxification Pill, and you give me that box along with a thousand crystals."

Qiao Gao pointed to the ornate box on the vendor's stall.

The vendor's expression shifted as she replied, "How do I know if your so-called formula is even effective?"

Being a princess of the kingdom, she knew that even the royal physicians couldn't cure her poison. How could she trust this man's claim about his formula?

If this remedy works, then it's worth every penny, even if it costs a hundred thousand dollars, because this infernal poison is unbearable. It's pure agony, and even someone who once had extraordinary powers finds it hard to endure!

The most important thing is that she's observed Qiao Gao for a long time. Despite his mask, his eyes are clear and bright, showing none of the weariness of age.

High-level Pill Refining Masters are usually much older, but these are clearly young eyes. As far as she knows, there isn't a young Pill Refining Master like him anywhere near here. Moreover, the poison in her body isn't something an average master can cure.

"This guy is probably just a con artist!" The beautiful vendor quickly labeled Qiao Gao as a fraud.

"The poison you've got is manageable during the day, just a bit itchy. But at night, the fire in your leg flares up, burning like real flames—it's excruciating."

"Especially during that time of the month, it's like living in hell, isn't it?"

"This kind of flame is tough to deal with. It must have been caused by a high-level Pill Refining Master."

"For someone of that caliber to harm you, you must hold quite a position yourself." Qiao Gao lowered his voice, speaking rapidly.

The vendor's eyes widened in shock, her surprise growing as she struggled to regain her composure.

"You... how do you know so much?" the woman at the stall asked, surprised. A thousand thoughts raced through her mind—could he be a spy? But she quickly dismissed the idea. Even a spy couldn't know such intricate details, especially the most hidden symptoms of the ailment.

Qiao Gao shrugged and said, "That's not your concern. Just know that this formula will absolutely help you eliminate all the toxins in your body."

Qiao Gao was confident. Although he didn't possess the legendary pill refining skills of the Myriad Tribulation Pill Monarch, his instincts were sharp when it came to identifying these stubborn toxins. Diagnosing them was second nature to him.

After speaking, Qiao Gao fell silent, giving the woman time to consider. After all, spending over a thousand crystals was a significant investment, even for a master at the Soul Connecting Stage.

After a long pause, the woman seemed to make up her mind. She bit her lip, deciding to take a chance. With a graceful wave of her hand, the golden court box on the stall floated over to Qiao Gao.

"And here's another thousand crystals," she said, retrieving the amount from her storage ring and handing it to Qiao Gao.

He accepted it and handed the formula to her, saying, "Use the ingredients to make an ointment. Apply it to your thigh for three consecutive days, and the toxins will naturally dissipate."

The woman took the formula, glanced at it, and then said in a serious tone, "If this formula doesn't work, I swear I'll dig you out from wherever you hide!"

Qiao Gao shrugged and said, "If there's no improvement after applying it for three days straight, feel free to come by Flowing Cloud Academy to see me."

With that, Qiao Gao left, carrying the ornate box...