The Alchemy Realm was steeped in the fragrance of flowers, but no bird ever sang within it, and the silence that resulted felt almost unnatural in its completeness. It was into that silence that a burst of laughter suddenly broke, ringing out and lingering for several breaths before it finally faded.

The Seagon Matriarch emerged from the room soon after, her silver hair loose over her shoulders. The exhaustion that had weighed on her for so long had been replaced by a rare look of satisfaction. Several pills rested in her palm; most of them were incomplete, but one among them shone with abundant spirit energy.

She looked down at that one and smiled. Five years… After refining the Demon Transformation Pill, I have finally succeeded with the Human Transformation Pill as well. This pill is truly remarkable. Once I leave the Land of Fallen Devils, I will refine more for the younger members of my clan. If they can take human form early, they can begin learning my alchemy arts and practicing combat techniques sooner. From this day onward, the Seagon clan will rise under my leadership!

For a moment, she stood there...