Alchemy With Imperial Dragonforge Cauldron

"So you’re jealous?"

Before she could answer, he reached out and pinched her cheek as well, spreading the love evenly.

Liza Voss froze for a brief second before letting out a soft huff. Her puffed cheeks relaxed, though a faint blush quickly spread across her petite face. She instinctively covered the cheek Julian had pinched and glared at him with mock annoyance.

"Hmph... I thought Young Master was only rewarding Sister Lina."

Julian chuckled.

"Would I really play favorites?"

Lina Ashford smiled quietly beside them, brushing a loose strand of emerald hair behind her ear.

"I told you he wouldn’t."

Liza crossed her arms.

"I know... but you still got pinched first."

Julian laughed helplessly.

"So that’s what this is about?"

Liza looked away.

"...Maybe."

The atmosphere instantly became lighter.

The exhaustion from the mission gradually melted away beneath their playful conversation.

Julian smiled warmly at both women before lifting the insulated cooler in his hand.

"Come on. The real reward isn’t shopping."

Liza blinked.

"It isn’t?"

"It’s what we’re going to make tonight."

Curiosity immediately replaced the tiny trace of jealousy in both women’s eyes.

Without wasting another moment, the three walked toward the main residence.

The moon had already risen high above the D’Aurelius estate.

Silvery moonlight spilled across the stone pathways like flowing water, while rows of ancient trees swayed gently in the cool night breeze. The quiet chirping of insects echoed throughout the gardens, adding a peaceful rhythm to the tranquil estate.

Warm golden lights glowed from the mansion’s windows, contrasting beautifully against the deep blue night sky.

Back in his room, Julian followed the alchemy techniques recorded within the Miracle Medicine Record, carefully turning every medicinal herb into an exceptionally fine powder before combining them according to the precise proportions described in the ancient text.

Unlike ordinary medicine, every ingredient demanded absolute accuracy.

A single grain too much.

A single grain too little.

Either mistake could ruin the entire refinement.

Julian’s movements were calm and methodical.

One herb after another was placed onto the polished jade table.

He first examined each ingredient carefully, checking its texture, aroma, moisture, and medicinal vitality.

Only after confirming everything did he begin grinding them.

The quiet scraping of the stone mortar echoed softly through the room.

Golden moonlight streamed in through the open window, illuminating the drifting medicinal powder that floated gently through the air.

The room gradually filled with dozens of distinct herbal fragrances.

Some smelled refreshing.

Others were bitter.

Several carried a faint sweetness.

Yet as they blended together under Julian’s precise control, they slowly transformed into a harmonious medicinal fragrance that was strangely soothing.

Lina and Liza stood silently near the doorway, making sure no one disturbed him.

Neither dared interrupt.

They could both sense how much concentration this required.

Julian carefully mixed every powdered herb together.

His movements never rushed.

Each rotation of the wooden spoon followed the method recorded inside the Miracle Medicine Record.

The mixture gradually changed from several different colors into a smooth pale golden powder.

Satisfied, Julian nodded slightly.

"This should be enough."

He gently opened the lid of the Imperial Dragonforge Cauldron.

The moment the lid lifted, an ancient aura quietly spread throughout the room.

The cauldron itself appeared simple at first glance, yet countless dragon carvings covered its surface.

Under the flickering light, those dragons almost seemed alive.

Julian slowly poured the prepared medicinal powder inside before adjusting the internal formation beneath the cauldron.

A soft hum filled the room.

Blue-white flames quietly ignited beneath the Imperial Dragonforge Cauldron.

The fire wasn’t fierce.

Instead, it burned with remarkable stability.

Alchemy required precise control of the heat, much like brewing Ancient medicine.

The difference was that alchemy demanded even greater precision with the heat.

Even the slightest fluctuation could completely alter the medicinal properties.

Julian’s golden eyes remained fixed upon the dancing flames.

His breathing slowed naturally.

Every few minutes he adjusted the fire ever so slightly, sometimes strengthening it, sometimes reducing it, allowing the medicinal essence to fuse together at exactly the right pace.

Time quietly slipped away.

Outside...

The moon climbed higher into the night sky.

The estate grew even quieter.

Only the occasional rustling leaves and distant chirping insects disturbed the silence.

Inside the room, however, the Imperial Dragonforge Cauldron continued humming steadily.

The medicinal essence inside gradually melted.

Impurities separated little by little before being burned away by the perfectly controlled flames.

Tiny wisps of pale silver vapor escaped through the breathing vents on the cauldron.

Each carried an increasingly rich medicinal fragrance.

Lina unconsciously inhaled.

"What a wonderful smell..."

Liza nodded repeatedly.

"It already smells delicious."

Julian smiled faintly without taking his eyes off the cauldron.

"It hasn’t finished yet."

Another hour passed.

The medicinal fragrance became richer.

It no longer resembled ordinary herbs.

Instead, it carried a refreshing vitality that seemed capable of washing away fatigue with a single breath.

Even standing nearby made one’s mind feel clearer.

Julian continued controlling the flames with unwavering focus.

His expression never changed.

According to the Miracle Medicine Record, the final stage was the most critical.

The medicinal essence had to condense naturally.

Forcing the process would destroy everything.

Finally...

After watching the alchemy furnace for about two hours, a fragrant aroma slowly wafted from the furnace.

The fragrance spread throughout the room almost instantly.

It was elegant yet powerful, carrying a pure medicinal essence that made everyone present feel refreshed.

Smelling the fragrance, Julian felt invigorated.

His tiredness from the day’s events disappeared almost immediately.

"So it’s finally done..."

Without hesitating, he quickly covered the furnace.

The remaining heat continued circulating inside the Imperial Dragonforge Cauldron for several more breaths before the blue-white flames slowly faded away on their own.

Once the fire inside extinguished, Julian carefully lifted the heavy lid.

A brilliant golden glow escaped from within.

Nestled neatly inside the cauldron were several perfectly refined elixirs.

Each one was smooth, round, and flawless, with faint medicinal patterns naturally formed across its surface.

This round of alchemy was quite successful.

From the ingredients, he refined seven Nine Way Cleansing Elixirs!

And their quality was excellent, even better than the one Julian had acquired at the auction.

Julian carefully picked one up between his fingers.

The pill felt warm.

Its surface was perfectly smooth.

A rich medicinal fragrance lingered around it, proving its exceptional purity.

A satisfied smile appeared on his face.

"The Imperial Dragonforge Cauldron really lives up to its reputation."

Only Lina could hear the quiet voice hidden inside Julian’s thoughts.

If ordinary alchemists saw these pills, they’d probably lose sleep from jealousy.

She lowered her gaze with a gentle smile.

Young Master always underestimated just how extraordinary he truly was.

Smelling the aroma, Julian looked at Lina Ashford and Liza Voss, who were guarding the room, and said, "The elixirs are ready. Who wants to try one first?"

"I’ll go. It smells delicious."

Liza swallowed, clearly a foodie.