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The Heavenly Essence Stone is incredibly important for cultivators. While its significance might not be evident to a Martial Disciple, once one reaches the Reality Condensing Stage, it becomes more than just a symbol of wealth—it can significantly influence a cultivator's training speed. Many martial artists experience slow progress due to a lack of resources, which is why so many families and sects often clash over these valuable assets.

After finalizing the details of the alchemy process, Woo Zhengyang raised his own questions. When he inquired about the ingredients for the Dragon Saliva Pill, Liang Ruoxuan was a bit surprised but didn't dwell on it. She didn't believe that Zhengyang, given his age, could master alchemy just by glancing at the Pill King Note. It seemed more like he was preparing for the future.

The materials needed for the Dragon Saliva Pill are indeed rare. Even the Pill King Pavilion isn't sure they can gather them all. Liang Ruoxuan promised to do her best to find them, but it would take a few days to know for sure. With her assurance, Zhengyang decided to wait, knowing that the Pavilion had more connections and could search much faster than he could on his own.

After breakfast, Zhengyang returned to the alchemy room to begin his work. Although Loong Zhiwu had a playful nature, he adhered to the rules, training on his own while waiting. With the materials for the Breaking Reality Pill and the Clear Mind Pill ready, Zhengyang instructed Liang Ruoxuan not to let anyone disturb him, then began using the Pill King Cauldron for his alchemy.

Having refined his skills, Woo Zhengyang effortlessly crafted 180 Breakthrough Pills and 90 Calm Mind Pills by noon. To avoid drawing attention, he only presented a portion to address the urgent needs of the Pill King Pavilion.

In the afternoon, he continued his alchemy, and by evening, he had exhausted all the materials the pavilion had prepared. With nothing else to do, Woo Zhengyang delved into the "Pill King Note."

That night, he resumed his alchemical endeavors, but this time, he focused on crafting Reality Pills instead of Breakthrough and Calm Mind Pills.

In the realm of alchemy, treasure pills are the entry point, spirit pills are worldly, and king pills are revered. Above king pills are sacred items, while below spirit pills are the Reality Pills.

Treasure pills are beginner-level in alchemy, effective for Martial Disciples below the Reality Condensing Stage. King pills have extraordinary effects but are rare. Spirit pills are the most profound in alchemy.

Reality Pills are a common type of lower-grade spirit pill, specifically for martial artists at the Reality Condensing Stage, significantly enhancing their foundational energy.

Woo Zhengyang decided to practice making the Dragon Saliva Pill by first refining the Hui Zhen Pill. As for Loong Zhiwu's Ning Yuan Pill, that would have to wait. Even though Loong Zhiwu claimed it wasn't a big deal, Woo Zhengyang didn't want to waste such precious materials.

He chose the Hui Zhen Pill not only because it's a lower-grade pill but also because the ingredients are relatively easy to find, with Demon Cores and Heavenly Essence Stones serving as the main components.

Despite it being his first time crafting a spirit pill, Woo Zhengyang's strong soul energy kept him calm, unlike other alchemists who might be nervous. He methodically went through the steps: opening the cauldron, igniting the fire, purifying the ingredients, and condensing the pill.

When the process was complete, he collected the pills. All eighteen Hui Zhen Pills reached the eighth-grade limit! If others knew that Woo Zhengyang's first attempt at making a spirit pill resulted in eighteen pills of such high quality, they'd be speechless with amazement.

However, Woo Zhengyang remained composed. He had intentionally controlled the quality at the final stage with the Demon Core. He merely wanted to see if crafting a spirit pill was as intuitive for him as making a treasure pill, and the results were indeed satisfying. This boosted his confidence in eventually making the Dragon Saliva Pill and the Ning Yuan Pill.

Seven days flew by as Woo Zhengyang crafted countless Po Zhen Pills and Qing Xin Pills. He also made a significant number of Hui Zhen Pills. Finally, news came in from various branches of the Pill King Pavilion, responding to their requests for medicine.

The Pill King Pavilion's methods are impressive, but the ingredients for the Dragon Saliva Pill are incredibly rare. In the end, they were still missing two crucial components: the Dragon Saliva Grass, which acts as a catalyst, and the Dragon Saliva Mushroom, the main ingredient. Both are irreplaceable parts of the pill.

Liang Ruoxuan mentioned they would continue searching diligently, leaving Woo Zhengyang with no choice but to wait.

One morning, as usual, Woo Zhengyang took the opportunity during breakfast to distribute some Broken Truth Pills and Clear Mind Pills. Liang Ruoxuan came running over, her excitement evident even before she arrived. "Zhengyang, there's news about the Dragon Saliva Mushroom!"

"Take it easy, tell me slowly," Woo Zhengyang replied warmly, touched by her concern.

"In the Fallen Sun Country, at Sunset Canyon, an ancient cave has been discovered. Someone spotted a trace of the Dragon Saliva Mushroom there!"

This world has seen countless eras, with civilizations rising and falling. Especially after the ancient cataclysm, the emergence of hidden realms and caves has become quite common. It seems this time, it's Sunset Canyon's turn.