Chapter 684 636: A Single Move Affects the Entire Situation, the Contest for the Spirit Medicine Tower Steward

'The improvement from the Second Bone Marrow Cleansing is truly significant. My whole body has been strengthened, and at the same time, my Qi and Blood are accumulating in preparation for the Blood Exchange transformation!'

Having completed his breakthrough and endured the agonizing ordeal, Yang Chan could clearly sense his body accumulating power, all in preparation for the Blood Exchange transformation.

Furthermore, the enhancement of his Spirit and Soul Body Power made his perception of his body's transformation even more acute, allowing him to clearly sense the subtle changes happening within him.

This transformation was most apparent during the breakthrough as his body was being enhanced, which also helped him adapt more quickly to his increased strength.

The pain he had endured was not for nothing; this moment was the best proof of that.

Earlier, his surging Qi and Blood had tried to break through the Concealing Breath Array he had set up. He had seen it happen, but once he confirmed it couldn't breach the array, he paid it no mind. As long as it didn't expose his situation, it was of little consequence to him.

'But now that I've completed the Second Bone Marrow Cleansing, the effects of the Nourishing Vein and Bone Marrow Cleansing Pill and the Qingli Nourishing Marrow Pill will be greatly diminished!'

In the Cultivation of a Bone Marrow Cleansing Grandmaster, there are three stages. Each stage has specific Bone Marrow Cleansing Elixirs designed for it, with effects far surpassing ordinary elixirs.

For example, when Yang Chan underwent his first Bone Marrow Cleansing, the Qingli Nourishing Marrow Pill he chose was the most suitable for that stage, and its effects were excellent.

There were other Pill Formulas, of course, but the quantity of Spirit Medicine Yang Chan had at the time was best suited for refining the Qingli Nourishing Marrow Pill. This allowed him to produce the largest quantity and achieve the highest utilization rate.

As a result, the elixirs he had lasted for over a year and still weren't used up—a testament to his sensible planning.

However, after arriving at the Merak Sacred Land, he had formed new plans.

Compared to the Cyan Yuan Sect, the Merak Sacred Land had an abundance of Top Level Spiritual Materials. They had not only materials to assist a Bone Marrow Cleansing Grandmaster's Cultivation but also the even rarer kind needed for a Blood Exchange Martial Saint. However, the Top Level Spiritual Materials capable of advancing a Blood Exchange Martial Saint's Cultivation could only be accessed by Top Level Pharmacists, namely the Pavilion Masters of the Pill Pavilion.

Although Yang Chan had been promoted to Third Level Alchemist, he was still some distance from that level. He wasn't in a hurry, though; he could take his time.

When his Cultivation reached that stage, he could then get promoted to Top Level Pharmacist.

Currently, his advancement as a Pharmacist was driven not only by his diligent study of the Merak Sacred Land's Pharmacist-related books and the proficiency bonus from his panel, but also by allocating Potential Points. With so many boosts, his progress as a Pharmacist would only accelerate.

Based on his current abilities, he was actually not far from becoming a Top Level Pharmacist.

Once he could refine elixirs for the Second Bone Marrow Cleansing, he would reach the pinnacle of the Advanced Pharmacist rank. One step further—being able to refine elixirs that advance the Third Bone Marrow Cleansing—would allow him to be promoted to Top Level Pharmacist and become a Vice Pavilion Master of the Pill Pavilion.

Currently, the Pill Pavilion had several Vice Pavilion Masters, each responsible for a considerable amount of work. If someone was promoted to Top Level Pharmacist, they would simply choose one of these responsibilities to oversee.

If one didn't want to take on these responsibilities, they could also become a Vice Pavilion Master with no active duties. No one would assign them specific tasks, granting them relative freedom within the Merak Sacred Land.

Whether in Martial Arts Cultivation or Alchemy, once you reach the pinnacle, you are no longer restricted. You can even set the rules and become the ultimate beneficiary of all rights and privileges.

As for Yang Chan, he was still some distance away from becoming a Top Level Pharmacist, and the same was true for his Martial Arts Cultivation, which was still a ways from the Blood Exchange Martial Saint realm. However, his path forward was crystal clear and entirely within sight.

'I should also try refining the elixirs that assist with the Second Bone Marrow Cleansing. But before that, I'll restock some Spiritual Materials, refine the elixirs I need for daily use, and then trade for those I haven't tried before. I'll give them all a go!'

'All those new elixirs combined will definitely increase my Daily Potential Point Collection again. This method requires the least amount of time and is the most efficient way to get returns!'

'I need to get my position sorted out soon, so I can officially join the Pill Pavilion and lay low for a while to develop!'

Yang Chan was well aware that the Pill Pavilion held numerous elixirs that could boost his Daily Potential Point Collection. The reason he wasn't in a rush to enter was that he was waiting for his official post to be arranged.

This was because the Merak Saintess had personally intervened in the arrangement of his position. As her competitor, the Merak Saint Son might also make a move, and even those who coveted the Saint Master's seat could get involved.

It was a classic case of a single action having wide-reaching consequences, which was a major reason why Yang Chan wasn't rushing to the Pill Pavilion. He had no desire to become a public target; he only cared about the final outcome.

Once the dust settled, the repercussions wouldn't be as significant. There was no need to make a high-profile entrance into the Pill Pavilion right from the start and get targeted by everyone. That didn't suit Yang Chan's personality.

As long as he could remain patient, the conflict naturally wouldn't fall on him. After all, he was on Chiyu Peak, in a relatively central area where the Spiritual Qi was extremely dense.

If someone could actually barge in here to harm him, then the Merak Sacred Land couldn't be considered a safe place at all. After all, a Holy Land where even basic safety was an issue—how could it be called a Holy Land?

For several days on Chiyu Peak, Yang Chan saw no one besides the people of the peak. He remained very calm, acting as if he hadn't a care in the world.

Sometimes he would read a book, sometimes he would cultivate for a while, and other times he would inquire about information related to the Merak Sacred Land, the Pill Pavilion, and the Earth Demons, deepening his understanding of the situation here.