Fighting Madness.

Summary

The chapter describes a scene where the winged cloud bug receives praise from its master, leading to a discussion among characters Jonas, Old Wang, and Fei Zhu about alchemy and the materials they have gathered. Jonas boasts about the importance of high-class messengers and presents low-quality alchemical materials, which Old Wang examines with skepticism. Despite their poor quality, Old Wang finds inspiration in the defective materials, considering their potential use in alchemy. The chapter transitions to an alchemy class led by Elder Mo, where many disciples gather to learn about refining seven-grade pills. Elder Mo emphasizes the importance of quality materials and the intricacies of the alchemical process, explaining the four major steps: gathering materials, starting the furnace, merging souls, and refining the pill. While some disciples struggle to understand the concepts, Wang Chong finds the lecture enlightening. The chapter concludes by highlighting the social dynamics within the Heavenly Gate, where various organizations based on status and skills exist, showcasing the competitive nature of the disciples.

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