465 - Rebirth of a Star: Another Day, Another Drama

**Chapter 465: They've Come Knocking!** Baili Ming was utterly shocked as he glanced at the two remaining pills inside the jade box held by Ye Linglong. He couldn't help but feel a mix of disbelief and awe. His daughter was now actually a Heavenly-tier alchemist. The status of an alchemist is indisputable, especially if they are of high tier. Ye Linglong had already shown extraordinary talent in formations and was also an exceptional sword cultivator. In his eyes, being adept in both was already more than impressive. Previously, Tower Spirit had mentioned that once Ye Linglong became a Heavenly-tier alchemist, she could obtain the formula for the Life-Extending Pill. But Baili Ming thought this would be a long way off. He never expected it to happen so soon—his daughter was truly prodigious. It's important to note that she was currently just an Earth-tier formation master. The pill almost melted as soon as it touched her tongue. Ye Linglong barely had to chew; it directly transformed into a pure energy that surged into her body. This energy warmly coursed through her limbs, enhancing her physical strength and instantly elevating her cultivation from the early to the mid-stage of Immortal Monarch, without any side effects. "Dad, what brings you here?" Ye Linglong asked curiously after consuming the pill. Baili Ming sighed helplessly, "With the commotion you caused, everyone outside is speculating if our Baili family is harboring a Heavenly-tier alchemist. To think it turned out to be you." Moreover, you casually ate a Heavenly-tier pill as if it were candy—though Baili Ming kept this last thought to himself. Baili Xiao laughed heartily, "This is wonderful news, such great news! Linglong, why didn't you tell your great-grandfather about your alchemy skills?" Although the Baili family excelled in formations, they were also in great need of alchemists. The Earth-tier alchemists standing behind Baili Xiao looked at Ye Linglong with eyes full of admiration. Ye Linglong suspected that if Baili Ming weren't present, they might have already charged forward. She handed the remaining two pills to Baili Xiao and Baili Yuan, while temporarily withholding a pill from Baili Ming. After all, there were plenty of Golden Scaled Fruits in her space, and refining more wouldn't be difficult—she just needed a less crowded spot next time. Although Heavenly-tier pills were valuable, as the former head of the Baili family and a powerful Immortal Emperor, it was ordinary for Baili Xiao. However, getting a pill crafted by his great-granddaughter was a different matter entirely. Delighted, he generously gave her a bounty of rare treasures. Many of these were especially suited for use by alchemists and were otherwise useless to him. Baili Yuan was equally pleased and offered many gifts. Despite his cultivation as an Immortal Emperor, his physical strength was average, and the Golden Dragon Bone Refinement Pill would enhance his physical prowess. After everyone departed, Ye Linglong and Baili Ming returned to his courtyard. As soon as they entered, Baili Ming excitedly turned to Ye Linglong, so thrilled his body trembled slightly. "The formula for the Life-Extending Pill?" Ye Linglong nodded with a smile, flipping her hand to reveal a jade slip. Baili Ming's heart raced with excitement. With a wave of his hand, he delicately levitated the jade slip into his grasp with celestial energy. As he scanned the slip with his spiritual sense, he confirmed it was indeed the formula for the Life-Extending Pill. Reading it rapidly, Baili Ming remarked, "I've already sent someone to search for the Life-Death Herb. We might get news about it soon. As for the other auxiliary herbs, we have most of them. A few are quite rare, but I recall that several upcoming auctions might have them. I'll arrange for them to be purchased." Ye Linglong nodded, "Once you find the Life-Death Herb, give it to me first. I'll have someone cultivate a batch." "Alright!" Baili Ming agreed. While they conversed, the courtyard door suddenly burst open. Baili Feng dashed in, holding Xiao Hei. Seeing Ye Linglong, his eyes lit up instantly, "Niece! I've heard you're now a Heavenly-tier alchemist!" Ye Linglong nodded. Baili Feng's smile grew wider, "Then you have to save your uncle! I also heard that you broke through from early-stage to mid-stage Immortal Monarch with a single pill?" Ye Linglong nodded once more. Baili Feng's face was brimming with excitement. He rubbed his hands together, and, with a hint of embarrassment, asked, "Could you possibly spare one pill for your uncle? I've been stuck at the peak of late-stage Immortal Monarch for quite some time." Ye Linglong was speechless. She had only successfully created three pills from the entire batch—she consumed one, and the other two were distributed. She had none left. Baili Ming, however, had no patience for this. With a kick to Baili Feng's backside, he chastised, "You disgrace us! If you devoted half the energy from romancing to cultivating, you’d have reached the Immortal Emperor level by now!" Baili Feng, unfazed by the scolding, pleaded, "Niece, you can't just let Uncle suffer. My life is in your hands!" Ye Linglong felt helpless, "I truly have no more pills. I only made three, and they're all gone—one for me, one for Grandfather, and as for Great-Grandfather's… it's probably unused. You..." Before she could finish, Baili Feng shook his head rapidly, "No, no, I won't ask for a pill from him." He suspected that if he dared to ask Baili Xiao, he'd end up skinned alive. "Are you sure there's nothing left?" "I'm sure," Ye Linglong affirmed. Baili Feng's face fell, "Then you'll have to prepare for my funeral." Ye Linglong looked questioningly at Baili Ming, searching for answers. Baili Feng quickly elucidated her confusion, "The woman I met from the Phoenix Clan showed up unannounced." Recalling the woman's formidable combat prowess, Baili Feng couldn't help but shiver all over, his entire body aching at the memory. She was simply too fierce. No sooner had the words left his mouth than a loud "boom!" resonated through the courtyard. The door shattered as a powerful kick forced it open, and in walked a woman clad in a fiery red dress. Her striking features coupled with the commanding presence of an elegant whip in her hand exuded an aura of sophistication and dominance. The moment she entered, Baili Feng quickly ducked behind Ye Linglong and Baili Ming. The woman scanned the surroundings, her voice ringing out sharply, "Where is Baili Feng hiding?" Ye Linglong and Baili Ming exchanged a glance and, in tacit understanding, stepped aside, exposing a cowering Baili Feng. Baili Feng: "!!!??? You guys are so unscrupulous!"