Chapter 195: Activating the Stone Talisman
"Such a powerful Yuan Power undulation!"
Lin Dong wore a serious expression as he gazed at the black Yuan Dan which was emitting Yuan Power undulations. This black Yuan Dan was different from the Yuan Dans he had seen before, because within this black Yuan Dan, he was not able to sense even the slightest bit of Yin Yang power. In place of it was an extremely pure Yin power.
This kind of Yin power was extremely formidable and tyrannical. One could only imagine how domineering it would be in a battle.
"People with these types of pure Yin or pure Yang bodies are exceedingly well equipped for cultivation. In fact, they should be considered as the real pride of the Heavens. Right now, her body has not fully matured. After she has fully matured, her accomplishments will be substantial." A look of awe flashed across Little Marten's eyes. Even though this was not the first time he had encountered such a body type, jealousy involuntarily surfaced in his heart. People with these type of pure body structures are able to accomplish twice the amount in the same time compared to normal practitioners.
"Qingtan should have succeeded?" Lin Dong asked.
"Yes, that girl is extremely tenacious. Just now, when the Terminus Devil Qi cleansed her body, she managed to forcefully endure that excruciating pain. Thankfully, you used a large amount of Yuan Power to forcefully control that Terminus Devil Qi explosion. Else, regardless of how tenacious she is, she would not be able to endure that blow." Little Marten nodded his head as he said.
When he heard these words, Lin Dong gently heaved a sigh of relief. With regards to Qingtan, the assistance he could provide her was rather limited. Now that he saw that the latter was safe, his heart was calm.
While Lin Dong heaved a sigh of relief, below him, a thumb-sized black Yin Dan was still slowly swirling. As more and more Yin energy was absorbed by it, the Yuan Power vibration undulated by that Yin Dan became increasingly formidable.
As that black Yin Dan swirled, its body was slowly enlarging. Moments later, when it was approximately the size of a small walnut, it finally stopped.
On the surface of the Yin Dan now, it's color had become increasingly dark and it seemed like any light reflected on it has been swallowed. From a distance, it seemed just like a black hole. Even though it was small, it gave off a heart-palpitating aura.
When that Yin Dan stopped growing, Qingtan opened her tiny mouth, before the former turned into a black flash and entered inside her body…
"Boom!"
When that Yin Dan entered Qingtan's body, an exceedingly powerful Yuan Power shockwave exploded forth. That exceedingly powerful shockwave directly shattered all the black ice in the yard, before they turned into mist and floated off.
"Have you succeeded…"
As she first experienced this immense power flowing through her body, a look of delight gushed forth in Qingtan's eyes.
"In the future, the Terminus Devil Qi inside your body will not explode again…" Lin Dong's body gradually approached Qingtan. As he stared at the latter's smile, he gently smiled as well. Right now, Qingtan's strength would not lose out to a perfect Yuan Dan stage practitioner. Hence, even if he left Yan City, their Lin Family would still be quite powerful. In fact, in the future, Qingtan would likely replace him to become the strongest member of Lin Family.
"Lin Dong brother, right now I am quite strong too. Can I come with you?" Qingtan suddenly lifted her jade like hands, as a trace of black Yuan Power stealthily flowed between her long and beautiful fingertips. Then she stared somewhat eagerly at Lin Dong as she asked.
Lin Dong was slightly stunned, before he shook his head without hesitation. His journey this time was not for leisure. Furthermore, the outside world was several hundred times more dangerous than Yan City. In certain places, he was not even confident that he could protect himself. Hence, how could he risk bringing Qingtan along?
When she saw Lin Dong's expression, Qingtan knew that there was no room for discussion. Immediately, she grunted in disappointment.
When he saw this situation, Lin Dong involuntarily smiled. Then, he lovingly stroked Qingtan's tiny head as he said: "Don't worry. When the Family Clan competition begins, I will be back…"
"At that time, it will be time for that fellow to repay this debts…"
Lin Dong lifted his head as he stared at that full moon. In his mind, the image of Lin Langtian staring at him just like an ant resurfaced…
Lin Langtian, in two years time, we shall meet again!
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After resolving Qingtan's problems, Lin Dong was evidently able to relax. In the following two day's time, he felt more light-hearted. Elsewhere, he gave a portion of his pure Yuan Pills to Lin Zhentian and the rest. For the Lin Family, this amount of money was still considered rather substantial. With these resources in hand, their Lin Family's progress would definitely be more smooth sailing.
…
Inside the serene room, Lin Dong was seated on his bed. A stream of Mental Energy shot out from his eyes, before a Mental Energy map surfaced in front of him.
This Mental Energy map was largely the map of Great Yan Dynasty. On the bottom left corner of the map, was a flashing red dot. That was the location of an "Ancient Symbol" and that was where Lin Dong was headed to.
On that Mental Energy map, it showed the locations of two "Ancient Symbols". However, Lin Dong only knew the area around one of them. For the other, its surroundings seemed exceedingly foreign and it was evidently not situated in Great Yan Dynasty. Hence, Lin Dong could only target the other one.
On Lin Dong's shoulder, Little Marten suddenly appeared as he stared at that Mental Energy map.
"During this period of time, I have been studying the map. The location of that "Ancient Symbol" should be in the Great Wilderness province situated at the west side of Great Yan Dynasty." Lin Dong stared at that red dot as he muttered.
Great Wilderness Province was a large county situated at the western edge of Great Yan Dynasty. It's land area was several times larger than Tiandu Province. However, since it was situated near the border, it was an extremely chaotic place dominated by several major factions. In fact, even the reputation of the Four Great Clans in Great Yan Dynasty will be heavily discounted in such a place.
That place was several times more dangerous than Yan City. A perfect Yuan Dan stage practitioner may be able to cause waves in Yan City. However, at that place, he would definitely fail to do so.
Nonetheless, where danger exist, opportunity lurks around too. It is reputed that in that large area, there were countless treasure hidden within. Furthermore, there were several wise men residing in its deep mountains and all sorts of secret Martial Arts and Spiritual Arts could be found there as well. Hence, if one is able and fortunate, he could possibly transform from a carp into a dragon and become a famed practitioner in Great Yan Dynasty. Of course, if one is negligent, he could just as easily lose his life.
"The Mental Energy map only provides the general location and it does not pinpoint the exact location of the Ancient Symbol. It seems like we can only investigate when we arrive there." Lin Dong furrowed his eyebrows. He was slightly troubled about venturing into the most chaotic and dangerous place in Great Yan Dynasty. Nonetheless, he had no other alternative. Out of the two known locations of these "Ancient Symbols", this was the only one he could go for.
"Yes."
Little Marten nodded his head, before he said: "So, when are you ready to leave?"
"We have lingered in Yan City for quite a while. There is no need to stay on any further, let's depart tomorrow." Lin Dong was silent for a moment, before he spoke without hesitation.
"That place is definitely different from this small Yan City. If you wish to successfully obtain the "Ancient Symbol", you would need to upgrade your strength…"
Lin Dong gently nodded his head. He naturally understood this principle. Even though he was now a big shot in Yan City, when he arrived at Great Wilderness Province, he would have to keep a low profile. With regards to upgrading his strength, he was already trying his utmost best.
"Based on your current strength, you should be able to activate some parts of the Stone Talisman…"
"Activate the stone talisman?" Lin Dong was slightly stunned before a fervent feverish glint exploded forth in his eyes as he stared right at Little Marten. He knew that this Mysterious Stone Talisman had an extraordinary background and it may have possessed more hidden abilities. However, regardless of how hard he tried, he could not uncover any other additional abilities.
On account of the fact that you helped me to obtain several Demonic Souls from the old tomb, Little Marten will assist you." As he stared at Lin Dong's expectant eyes, Little Marten pridefully chuckled. With a flash, his body turned into a light beam and flew inside the Stone Talisman embedded inside Lin Dong's palm. Then, in a flick of his mind, Lin Dong's Mental Energy swiftly followed behind.
The dark Spiritual Domain was now slightly brighter than before. The glowing shadows were still tirelessly displaying every Martial Arts that Lin Dong had learnt. In fact, even the Ancient Heavenly Scales Habard techniques and Subduing Golden Platform Magic Palm were being displayed by these glowing shadows. Furthermore, they were performing these martial arts perfectly. In fact, a major reason why Lin Dong could quickly master these two new forms of martial arts was thanks to these glowing shadows.
"This Stone Talisman is exceedingly mysterious and it has been in the possession of several elite practitioners. When these practitioners pass away, they would seal some of their famed skills inside. However, right now, since you are still too weak, you are unable to obtain those skills…" Little Marten hovered inside the Spiritual Domain, as he stared at a dark area and casually said.
"Right now, based on your current strength, you are barely adequate. In terms of martial arts, only your Ancient Heavenly Scales Halberd techniques and Subduing Golden Platform Magic Palm amounts to something. However, your secret art skill is still lacking and that is your current weakness. If this goes on, when you fight with others, based on your current secret arts skill, it would be difficult for you to last…"
Lin Dong nodded his head. The "Tri Sun Art" that he possessed was only a second-tier secret arts. Meanwhile, the martial arts like Ancient Heavenly Scales Halberd techniques and Subduing Golden Platform Magic Palm were considered top-tier. Even though there were extremely formidable, they took a heavy toll on his body. Though he had pure Yuan Dan pills to support him, it was not a complete solution."
"Since many elite practitioners have left something behind, then…" Lin Dong eyes turned to look at Little Marten.
"Heh, you are quite fortunate. Typically, only after you advance to Creation stage can you begin to break through some of these weaker seals. However, after a long period of time, some of these seals have weakened. Therefore, you can barely manage to break them now." Little Marten released a weird smile, before he suddenly waved his claws and shouted: "Pour all of your Mental Energy into my body!"
When he heard these words, Lin Dong did not hesitate. With a flick of his mind, countless Mental Energy rushed into Little Marten's body. As a formidable Mental Energy gushed forth, Little Marten's body became slightly more lifelike. Promptly, streaks of purple light beams emerged from his claws. When these light streams penetrated into the dark areas of the Spiritual Domain, Lin Dong could faintly feel that at that area, an item that was hidden extremely well and slowly being taken apart.
A shockwave emerged from that dark area. Moments later, Little Marten's claw suddenly jutted forth as a suction force gushed forth. Then, a golden shining column emerged from the darkness as it directly ripped across the dark regions. With an exceedingly forceful aura, it flew forth and hovered in front of Lin Dong.
Lin Dong stared at that golden light before he saw that a shining golden ball was hidden within as it slowly rotated. Above that shining ball, were four ancient symbols faintly appearing.
"Great Sun Thunder Body!"Chapter 196: Great Sun Thunder Body
"Great Sun Thunder Body!"
These Ancient characters were faintly appearing on top of that glowing ball. An exceedingly forceful aura gushed forth, causing Lin Dong to stop breathing momentarily.
"This is…" Lin Dong stared right at Little Marten, with a feverish expression in his eyes.
"This should be considered as a 1st-tier secret art. Furthermore, it possess the rare ability to enhance one's body as well. The owner of this secret art was once famed throughout the world and he used this secret art to kill several elite practitioners. He was truly a legendary figure!" Little Marten smiled as he said.
"1st-tier secret art!"
When he heard these words, the fever in Lin Dong's eyes intensified. Even though a 2nd-tier and 1st-tier secret art was only one stage apart, the difference between the two was akin to the difference between Heaven and Earth. For a 2nd-tier secret art, Lin Dong was able to acquire it for several thousands Yang Yuan pills. However, for a 1st-tier secret art, even if he used several thousands pure Yuan pills, he would fail to acquire one.
Even for a massive faction like the Lin Clan, only the core members would be given the opportunity to acquire these type of secret art. Furthermore, once they acquired one, they would never surrender it easily. After all, once one acquires a top-tier secret art, then in the journey of cultivation, one would be able to take several "shortcuts". Hence, this was extremely important for any practitioner.
"This Great Sun Thunder Body is split into three chapters. The first chapter is not only able to unlock forty-three inner channels, but it is also able to create a Yuan Power swirl below your skin. When you activate it, you will be able to absorb Yuan Power from Heaven and Earth into your body as a rate several times faster than before."
"The Yuan Power crystallized by Great Sun Thunder Body is also called Great Sun Thunder Yuan. It is able to enhance your body and strengthen your bones and muscles. If you are able to successfully master the first chapter, you can then unlock the first hidden skill of known as Bronze Thunder Body!
"Bronze Thunder Body?" Lin Dong was slightly taken aback.
"This so-called Bronze Thunder Body is able to enhance your body substantially. If you are able to succeed, at that time, even a low-grade Soul Treasure is unable to penetrate your defences. In fact, you would be impenetrable to any blade and no fire or water can hurt you." Little Marten casually smiled as he said.
"Impenetrable to any blade, no fire or water can hurt you!" Lin Dong involuntarily sucked in a breath of cold air. This was the first time he had seen such an exceedingly powerful secret art. This so-called Great Sun Thunder Body was indeed extraordinary.
"There is no need to be this shocked. The Great Sun Thunder Body is split into three chapters. The first is Bronze Thunder Body, the next is Jade Thunder Body and the final is Great Sun Thunder Body. In the past, when the owner of that secret art mastered Great Sun Thunder Body, with a punch, he is able to crush a high-grade soul treasure. In fact, even a Nirvana stage practitioner does not dare to receive his attack!"
When he heard Little Marten's words, Lin Dong was sweating involuntarily. He had personally experienced the might of a high-grade soul treasure and it was even able to directly penetrate the Soul Puppet's solid body. However, this type of treasure was unable to survive a punch from Great Thunder Body. Hence, this kind of power was truly astonishing.
Lin Dong deeply exhaled as if he wanted to exhale all the shock in his heart. Then, he stretched out his palm as he tried to investigate the glowing golden ball in front of him.
"Buzz buzz!"
Just as Lin Dong's palm reached in, that glowing light began to vibrate before it turned into a golden liquid and wrapped itself around Lin Dong's palm. Then, it flowed inside his body through his pores.
When that golden liquid flowed into his body, a golden light exploded inside Lin Dong's mind as the secret skill manual surfaced.
Lin Dong stood his ground with his eyes closed, as a soft golden light surfaced in his mind. Moment later, he slowly opened his eyes. Right now, a light golden glint was flashing across his eyes.
unable to do the same for "Great Sun Thunder Body". Hence, after Lin Dong managed to unlock the ninth inner channel, the Yuan Power in his body began to dry up.
When he detected his situation, Lin Dong did not hesitate. Rather, he directly took out several dozens of pure Yuan Pills from his Qiankun bag, before he absorbed it into his body in order to replenish his depleted Yuan Power.
With this nourishment, Lin Dong once again collected himself and began diligently unlocking all of his blocked inner channels, just like he was opening up a stairway to heaven.
When Lin Dong diligently unlocked all of these foreign inner channels, some changes began to occur to his Yuan Power. As he unlocked more inner channels, his originally dark golden Yuan Power began to glow brightly as an exceedingly formidable aura began to stealthily appear.
Great Sun Thunder Yuan!
Evidently, this enhanced Yuan Power was the Great Sun Thunder Yuan that Little Marten mentioned!
This was the power of a 1st-tier secret art as it could even strengthen one's Yuan Power. This magical effect was something that an ordinary secret art could not accomplish. Furthermore, Lin Dong also realized that once he managed to thoroughly convert all the Yuan Power in his body into Great Sun Thunder Yuan, his battle ability would surge to a whole new level!
In fact, if he successfully mastered "Bronze Thunder Body", he could probably match up against a Creation stage practitioner!
"Boom Boom!"
That glowing golden Yuan Power was like a tidal wave flowing through Lin Dong's body. Faintly, just like a thunder roar, whenever these Yuan Power passed through his bones, muscles and flesh, Lin Dong could sense a trace of a electrical-like power stealthily seeping through. Thanks to this peculiar energy, Lin Dong's body was now gradually being strengthened.
The advantages of a 1st-tier secret art was now beginning to show itself!
As he sensed the immense changes inside his body, a delight surged in Lin Dong's heart. Evidently, he had never expected such profound changes right after he started cultivating a 1st-tier secret art. Then, without hesitation, his finger jutted forth as hundreds of pure Yuan Pills flew from his Qiankun bag, before they were turned into a stream of pure Yuan Power and was absorbed by his body. Then, they transformed into a tidal wave as they surged towards the remaining blocked inner channels!
"Bang bang bang!"
As they encountered Lin Dong's aggressive attack, all of the hidden inner channels, were just like popcorns, as they were all swiftly unlocked with a pop sound!
As his inner channels were being unlocked, the Yuan Power inside Lin Dong's body began to swiftly metamorphosize!