in2ebook Chapter 176 There is still a chance
Chapter 176 There is still a chance
Gao Xingchen held Nan Li's hand tightly, and her warmth was transmitted through his palm, like a warm current that dispelled the haze in his heart. Yes, there is still time, and he can't give up so easily. Gao Xingchen took a deep breath, and his eyes gradually became firm. "I'm fine, don't worry, I can definitely handle it."
He let go of Nan Li's hand and began to clean up the messy table, clearing away the damaged herbs one by one. Nan Li stood quietly by, watching him busy, with mixed feelings in her heart. Gao Xingchen's unyielding tenacity was what she admired most, but it also made her feel distressed.
"Instead of sitting and waiting for death, it is better to take the initiative!" Gao Xingchen suddenly raised his head, his eyes flashing with determination. He has realized that relying on those rare medicinal materials and fixed formulas will only make him passive. He needs to find a new method, a method that does not rely on specific materials, but relies on the understanding of pharmacology and the control of fire to refine pills.
"You mean..." Nan Li seemed to understand his idea, but her heart was still filled with worry, "But, will there be enough time?"
"Although time is tight, we still have a chance." Gao Xingchen said firmly, "I need to re-examine my alchemy process and find a way to break through."
Nan Li knew that she couldn't stop him, so she could only support him as much as she could. "Okay, I'll help you!"
Xiao Hei seemed to sense his master's determination. He jumped up from the ground and rubbed Gao Xingchen's trouser leg affectionately, as if to say, "And I will help you, too!"
So, the three people and one beast began a new attempt. Nanli used his keen observation as a killer and his intelligence network to find substitutes for Gao Xingchen that were overlooked but might have special effects. Xiaohei used his keen sense of smell to help Gao Xingchen identify the quality of medicinal materials, and even the slightest difference could not escape his nose.
Gao Xingchen locked himself in the alchemy room and experimented day and night. He kept adjusting the temperature, time and technique of alchemy, trying to find the best combination. He failed, tried again, and failed again... Gao Xingchen never gave up. He believed that as long as he persisted, he would be able to find a way to break through the bottleneck!
The lights in the alchemy room were on day and night, illuminating Gao Xingchen's resolute face and their determination to go against the wind.
The alchemy room was filled with a strong medicinal aroma, mixed with a hint of burnt smell, the smell of failure. Gao Xingchen had been sleepless and could not remember how many times he had tried. His eyes were bloodshot, but his eyes were unusually bright, burning with a determined flame.
The alchemy furnace in front of him was emitting scorching heat. Gao Xingchen carefully controlled the temperature of the flame, sweat dripping from his forehead, but he did not dare to relax. He threw an inconspicuous herb into the furnace. This herb was found by Nan Li in a barren Gobi Desert. It was said that it could enhance the power of the flame.
"Whoosh..." The flames suddenly jumped up. Gao Xingchen held his breath and concentrated on controlling the flames to prevent them from consuming the essence of the herbs. His fingers danced flexibly, as if he was playing an exciting piece of music.
However, things went against one's wishes. A burnt smell spread out again and the alchemy furnace made a low hum. This attempt failed again.
Gao Xingchen slumped on the ground, his face full of fatigue and frustration. Is there really no way out? He clenched his fists, his heart filled with resentment.
"Brother Xingchen, take a rest." Nanli walked in with a bowl of porridge. Looking at Gao Xingchen's haggard appearance, her heart was filled with heartache.
Gao Xingchen shook his head and rejected Nan Li's kindness. He just wanted to find a way to break through the bottleneck, and nothing else mattered.
Seeing Gao Xingchen's persistence, Nan Li stopped trying to persuade him and just stayed by his side silently. Xiao Hei also lay at Gao Xingchen's feet, rubbing the back of his hand with his wet nose, as if to cheer him up.
Gao Xingchen took a deep breath and forced himself to calm down. He began to reflect on every attempt he had made before, looking for the reasons for his failure. He recalled every detail of the alchemy over and over again, the temperature, time, technique... Suddenly, a flash of inspiration came to his mind!
"I have been trying to control the flames, but I have ignored the power of nature!" Gao Xingchen stood up suddenly, his eyes flashing with excitement. He has always been limited to traditional alchemy methods, but forgot that there is infinite power hidden in nature.
He walked to the alchemy furnace again. This time, he did not rush to control the flames. Instead, he radiated his perception and felt the natural forces around him. Wind, rain, thunder, lightning... these seemingly ordinary natural phenomena all contained powerful energy.
Gao Xingchen closed his eyes and tried to guide these natural forces and integrate them into his alchemy process. Gradually, he felt a wonderful force flowing in his body, and he seemed to be integrated with nature and became a part of nature.
He lit the alchemy furnace again. This time, the flames were no longer violent, but became gentle and spiritual, as if they had life. Gao Xingchen put the herbs that had failed before back into the furnace. With the blessing of the power of nature, these originally ordinary herbs actually emitted a strange light.
A refreshing medicinal fragrance filled the air, and Gao Xingchen knew that he had succeeded! He had created a new method of alchemy, which he called "Xingchen Alchemy Method".
Gao Xingchen was ecstatic, he succeeded! He named the new alchemy method "Xingchen Alchemy Method", as if it was born to be created by him. Different from the traditional alchemy method, "Xingchen Alchemy Method" is no longer bound by fixed formulas and rare medicinal materials, but draws on the power of nature to refine ordinary herbs into extraordinary elixirs.
The birth of the "Xingchen Alchemy Method" means that Gao Xingchen has entered a new realm in alchemy. He can't wait to share this good news with Nanli and Xiaohei, who have always been with him and witnessed his every failure and success.
"Nanli, Xiaohei, I succeeded!" Gao Xingchen rushed out of the alchemy room excitedly, his excitement beyond words.
Nan Li was practicing swordplay in the yard. When she heard Gao Xingchen's voice, she stopped what she was doing, turned around and looked at him. A rare smile appeared on her cold face: "It seems that you have found a way to break through the bottleneck."
Xiao Hei also ran to Gao Xingchen happily, jumping around him, as if celebrating his success.
Gao Xingchen told Nanli the principles and advantages of the "Star Alchemy Method" in detail. After listening, Nanli couldn't help but marvel at his talent and perseverance.
"Brother Xingchen, you are such a genius!" Nanli exclaimed sincerely.
Gao Xingchen scratched his head embarrassedly and said, "It's all thanks to your and Xiao Hei's company and encouragement, otherwise I might have given up long ago."
Nan Li shook her head and said, "No, this is what you deserve. Your hard work and talent deserve it all."
Gao Xingchen was deeply moved. He knew that Nanli and Xiaohei were his strongest supporters. No matter what difficulties he encountered, they would always be by his side.
With the "Xingchen Alchemy Method", Gao Xingchen is full of confidence in the upcoming alchemy competition. He believes that with this new alchemy method, he will be able to shine in the competition and achieve excellent results.
However, just when Gao Xingchen was preparing to practice in seclusion and concentrate on refining the elixir for the competition, an unexpected obstacle arose.
The door of the alchemy room was pushed open with a "bang", and a familiar figure appeared at the door with a hint of sarcasm and disdain.
"Hey, isn't this our great genius Gao Xingchen? Why are you tinkering with your inferior alchemy techniques again?"
The person who came was Gao Xingchen's mortal enemy, Fairy Zhao.