Today was a momentous day for the Xiao family as they hosted their coming-of-age ceremony. The boys and girls of the Xiao family were destined to face significant turning points. Some observers considered it a day of reckoning, albeit with a touch of irony.
It was indeed a fine day!
Meng Chuan and Yao Chen observed from inside the ring, engaging in a simultaneous live broadcast. Surveying the young participants, Meng Chuan remarked to Yao Chen, "Undoubtedly, the journey of matrimony should commence from infancy."
"Hahahaha," chuckled Yao Chen in agreement. "Although this young one had peculiar tendencies back then, one can only anticipate promising prospects in the future!"
Investing in the little princess, a formidable force on the continent, promised considerable returns.
Meanwhile, Meng Chuan couldn't help but express mild discontent at the cynicism unfolding outside, a sentiment shared across various worlds.
The evaluation of combat prowess commenced outside. Beside the black stone tablet, an impassive examiner stepped forward, extracting a roster from his robes and, with an icy tone, called forth individuals for assessment.
"One said, wasn't this individual tested last year? I find him quite promising," Meng Chuan remarked subtly. "His potential is second only to the Douluo Continent—God's Awakening. A Douluo!"
"You mean Bibi Dong?" The group members responded, acknowledging Meng Chuan's reference.
The external testing proceeded swiftly. When Xun'er underwent evaluation, a palpable tension and a minor climax enveloped the atmosphere. A one-star fighter was already an unparalleled genius for the Xiao family, and Xun'er, despite likely concealing her true strength, was recognized. Yet, Xiao Yan, having become a fighter four years prior, garnered genuine admiration as a prodigious talent.
"Xiao Yan probably utilized the little genius's phone and watch to traverse from his previous life," Meng Chuan remarked suddenly, leaving everyone bewildered. What did the watch have to do with Xiao Yan?
Meng Chuan glanced at the group, offering no clarification, and sighed inwardly about the diversity within the group.
"Xiao Yan!" a voice called from outside, summoning Xiao Yan for assessment. He swiftly approached.
Amidst the watchful eyes of the crowd, Xiao Yan, his chest rising and falling steadily, placed his palm flat on the cold black stone tablet.
"Fighting strength, three stages!" announced the black stone monument, its radiant characters dazzling the onlookers and piercing the boy's heart. His nails dug into his flesh, expressing his unwillingness.
Zhang Sanfeng quipped, "Here we go again..."
Yuan Dagu commented, "Don't say it. It's been a while, and now it feels oddly satisfying."
Fei Peng added, "The Great... the man of temperament."
Observing Yao Chen's blank gaze, Meng Chuan sneered, released his hold on his neck, and remained silent.
In reality, Xiao Yan successfully advanced to Douzhe, surpassing the original timeline due to his enhanced abilities.
Well, survival in these times seemed impossible without a few cheats, Meng Chuan lamented silently.
Leaving the commotion outside behind, everyone, after a toast and a moment of reflection, marveled at the exceptional talent displayed by Xiao Yan. Later that night, in Xiao Yan's room...
"Teacher, what brings you here at this hour?"
"Ah, today, I shall grant you your long-awaited wish."
"Really?" The boy's excitement was palpable. A year had passed, and today was the culmination of his efforts.
Yao Chen, pleased with his disciple's dedication, presented the "Fen Jue" to Xiao Yan.
"Tonight, you shall practice 'Fen Jue,' and not only that, you shall elevate 'Fen Jue' to a new level!"
"Teacher, did you find another strange fire?" Xiao Yan inquired eagerly. Over the past year, he had learned much from Yao Chen.
"I've been by your side all along. No need to search elsewhere," replied Yao Chen, shaking his head. "However, a friend of mine did discover a unique flame."
Xiao Yan pondered, wondering how many friends his teacher had.
"This friend differs from the previous two. Upon sending the strange fire, he heard about you and decided to meet you."
"Is he a traveler like me?" Xiao Yan asked, convinced that his teacher's friends must also be traversers.
"How would I know!" Yao Chen evaded Xiao Yan's question, instructing him to focus on practicing "Burning Jue."
"Thud!"
A furnace appeared before Xiao Yan, containing a faint figure inside.
Startled, Xiao Yan stepped back, glancing at Yao Chen for reassurance. "Teacher, is this your friend?"
"Yes, the person inside is. Do not judge by appearances; both his strength and alchemical skills surpass mine."
Though Xiao Yan found it odd that his teacher's friend was confined within a stove, he respectfully greeted Meng Chuan, recognizing him as an elder.
"Well done, young one," responded Meng Chuan, displaying his commanding presence.
"Boy, you can now practice 'Burn Jue.' This mysterious yellow flame is a strange fire," Yao Chen declared, handing the flame to Xiao Yan with urgency.
As Xiao Yan received the flame, sensing his teacher's anxiety, he curbed his curiosity. He expressed gratitude to Meng Chuan for the gift of fire, then proceeded to sit down and commence the practice of "Burning Jue," absorbing the unique fires.
Observing Xiao Yan, Meng Chuan felt the strange fire entering the boy's body, blending with "Fen Jue," initiating an unconventional evolution—something beyond common understanding.
Meng Chuan's eyes widened, comprehending the inexplicable changes within "Fen Jue." Combined with his knowledge of different fires, his earlier doubts dissipated. The soul stirred with joy; he grasped it now.
"This is the Tao..." Meng Chuan sighed softly. Although "Burning Jue" was modest, it provided boundless enlightenment this time.
"Emperor, have you succeeded?" Yao Chen inquired, sharing Meng Chuan's excitement.
"Success! My supreme way, my... Tao!" Meng Chuan laughed, his voice resonating joyfully.
"Lao Yao, my time is drawing near, and I have a final gift for you." With these words, Meng Chuan extended a hand into the river of time, retrieving a drop of bright red blood—a relic from a Dou Emperor-level beast in the history of the Dou Qi continent.
"This blood, along with a pill and a bone, when combined, results in an intact and powerful body filled with vitality."
"Yao Lao, I bid you farewell! Take care!" Meng Chuan vanished, causing ripples through the Dou Qi Continent and beyond. The great cause and effect set in motion by his actions reverberated, potent enough to propel Meng Chuan away, leaving the world to cope with the aftermath.
"Emperor..." Yao Chen gazed at the reconstituted flesh body before him, reflecting on the significance of the gifts—a pill of imperial energy, a bone, and the blood of a Doudi-level beast. These components, enveloped in divine light, formed a revitalized body.
"Teacher, where did that senior go?" Xiao Yan, now awake, inquired about the disappearance of one of the figures.
"He returned to hisown world. Much like you, he is also a traveler, though his destination wasn't the Dou Qi continent. He shared some information with me," Yao Chen explained, following Meng Chuan's instructions to avoid revealing too much about Xiao Yan's own traverser status.
Xiao Yan, trying to make sense of it all, couldn't help but wonder about the extent of his teacher's network of friends.
"He's different from the previous two friends. Upon learning about you, he decided to come and see you when he sent the strange fire," Yao Chen added, shedding some light on Meng Chuan's motivation.
"Then, teacher, is he like me?" Xiao Yan asked with anticipation, believing that his teacher's friends were fellow travelers.
"How would I know?" Yao Chen deftly deflected Xiao Yan's question, urging him to focus on practicing "Burning Jue."
As the night progressed, a sudden thud echoed as a furnace materialized in front of Xiao Yan. Inside, a faint figure could be discerned.
Perplexed, Xiao Yan took a step back, glancing at Yao Chen for an explanation. "Teacher, is this your friend?"
"Yes, the person inside is. Don't judge by appearances; both his strength and alchemy surpass mine," reassured Yao Chen.
While Xiao Yan found it peculiar that his teacher's friend resided within a stove, he respectfully saluted Meng Chuan, recognizing him as an elder.
"Good job, young one," acknowledged Meng Chuan, radiating a commanding presence.
"Boy, you can now practice 'Burn Jue.' This mysterious yellow flame is a strange fire," declared Yao Chen, handing the flame to Xiao Yan with urgency.
Accepting the flame, Xiao Yan, sensing his teacher's urgency, suppressed his curiosity. Expressing gratitude to Meng Chuan for the gift, he sat down to begin the practice of "Burning Jue," absorbing the unique fires.
Observing Xiao Yan, Meng Chuan felt the strange fire entering the boy's body, blending with "Fen Jue," initiating an unconventional evolution—something beyond common understanding.
Meng Chuan's eyes widened, comprehending the inexplicable changes within "Fen Jue." Combined with his knowledge of different fires, his earlier doubts dissipated. The soul stirred with joy; he grasped it now.
"This is the Tao..." Meng Chuan sighed softly. Although "Burning Jue" was modest, it provided boundless enlightenment this time.
"Emperor, have you succeeded?" Yao Chen inquired, sharing Meng Chuan's excitement.
"Success! My supreme way, my... Tao!" Meng Chuan laughed, his voice resonating joyfully.
"Lao Yao, my time is drawing near, and I have a final gift for you." With these words, Meng Chuan extended a hand into the river of time, retrieving a drop of bright red blood—a relic from a Dou Emperor-level beast in the history of the Dou Qi continent.
"This blood, along with a pill and a bone, when combined, results in an intact and powerful body filled with vitality."
"Yao Lao, I bid you farewell! Take care!" Meng Chuan vanished, causing ripples through the Dou Qi Continent and beyond. The great cause and effect set in motion by his actions reverberated, potent enough to propel Meng Chuan away, leaving the world to cope with the aftermath.
"Emperor..." Yao Chen gazed at the reconstituted flesh body before him, reflecting on the significance of the gifts—a pill of imperial energy, a bone, and the blood of a Doudi-level beast. These components, enveloped in divine light, formed a revitalized body.
"Teacher, where did that senior go?" Xiao Yan, now awake, inquired about the disappearance of one of the figures.
"He returned to his own world. He's also a traveler, like you, but his journey didn't lead him to the Dou Qi continent. He shared some information with me," Yao Chen explained, following Meng Chuan's instructions to avoid revealing too much about Xiao Yan's own traverser status.
Xiao Yan, trying to make sense of it all, couldn't help but wonder about the extent of his teacher's network of friends.
"He's different from the previous two friends. Upon learning about you, he decided to come and see you when he sent the strange fire," Yao Chen added, shedding some light on Meng Chuan's motivation.
"Then, teacher, is he like me?" Xiao Yan asked with anticipation, believing that his teacher's friends were fellow travelers.
"How would I know?" Yao Chen deftly deflected Xiao Yan's question, urging him to focus on practicing "Burning Jue."
As the night progressed, a sudden thud echoed as a furnace materialized in front of Xiao Yan. Inside, a faint figure could be discerned.
Perplexed, Xiao Yan took a step back, glancing at Yao Chen for an explanation. "Teacher, is this your friend?"
"Yes, the person inside is. Don't judge by appearances; both his strength and alchemy surpass mine," reassured Yao Chen.
While Xiao Yan found it peculiar that his teacher's friend resided within a stove, he respectfully saluted Meng Chuan, recognizing him as an elder.
"Good job, young one," acknowledged Meng Chuan, radiating a commanding presence.
"Boy, you can now practice 'Burn Jue.' This mysterious yellow flame is a strange fire," declared Yao Chen, handing the flame to Xiao Yan with urgency.
Accepting the flame, Xiao Yan, sensing his teacher's urgency, suppressed his curiosity. Expressing gratitude to Meng Chuan for the gift, he sat down to begin the practice of "Burning Jue," absorbing the unique fires.
Observing Xiao Yan, Meng Chuan felt the strange fire entering the boy's body, blending with "Fen Jue," initiating an unconventional evolution—something beyond common understanding.
Meng Chuan's eyes widened, comprehending the inexplicable changes within "Fen Jue." Combined with his knowledge of different fires, his earlier doubts dissipated. The soul stirred with joy; he grasped it now.
"This is the Tao..." Meng Chuan sighed softly. Although "Burning Jue" was modest, it provided boundless enlightenment this time.
"Emperor, have you succeeded?" Yao Chen inquired, sharing Meng Chuan's excitement.
"Success! My supreme way, my... Tao!" Meng Chuan laughed, his voice resonating joyfully.
"Lao Yao, my time is drawing near, and I have a final gift for you." With these words, Meng Chuan extended a hand into the river of time, retrieving a drop of bright red blood—a relic from a Dou Emperor-level beast in the history of the Dou Qi continent.
"This blood, along with a pill and a bone, when combined, results in an intact and powerful body filled with vitality."
"Yao Lao, I bid you farewell! Take care!" Meng Chuan vanished, causing ripples through the Dou Qi Continent and beyond. The great cause and effect set in motion by his actions reverberated, potent enough to propel Meng Chuan away, leaving the world to cope with the aftermath.
"Emperor..." Yao Chen gazed at the reconstituted flesh body before him, reflecting on the significance of the gifts—a pill of imperial energy, a bone, and the blood of a Doudi-level beast.
These gifts held profound meaning for Yao Chen, signifying Meng Chuan's final act of generosity. The imperial energy pill, the bone, and the blood of a Doudi-level beast converged, bathed in divine light, forming a robust and vitalized body.
"Teacher, where did that senior go?" Xiao Yan, now fully awake, inquired about the disappearance of one of the figures.
"He returned to his own world. He's also a traveler, like you, but his journey didn't lead him to the Dou Qi continent. He shared some information with me," Yao Chen explained, carefully following Meng Chuan's instructions to reveal only a limited amount about Xiao Yan's own traverser status.
Xiao Yan, trying to piece together the events, couldn't help but wonder about the extent of his teacher's network of friends.
"He's different from the previous two friends. Upon learning about you, he decided to come and see you when he sent the strange fire," Yao Chen added, providing a glimpse into Meng Chuan's motivations.
"Then, teacher, is he like me?" Xiao Yan asked with anticipation, believing that his teacher's friends were fellow travelers.
"How would I know?" Yao Chen deftly deflected Xiao Yan's question, urging him to focus on practicing "Burning Jue."
As the night progressed, a sudden thud echoed as a furnace materialized in front of Xiao Yan. Inside, a faint figure could be discerned.
Perplexed, Xiao Yan took a step back, glancing at Yao Chen for an explanation. "Teacher, is this your friend?"
"Yes, the person inside is. Don't judge by appearances; both his strength and alchemy surpass mine," reassured Yao Chen.
While Xiao Yan found it peculiar that his teacher's friend resided within a stove, he respectfully saluted Meng Chuan, recognizing him as an elder.
"Good job, young one," acknowledged Meng Chuan, radiating a commanding presence.
"Boy, you can now practice 'Burn Jue.' This mysterious yellow flame is a strange fire," declared Yao Chen, handing the flame to Xiao Yan with urgency.
Accepting the flame, Xiao Yan, sensing his teacher's urgency, suppressed his curiosity. Expressing gratitude to Meng Chuan for the gift, he sat down to begin the practice of "Burning Jue," absorbing the unique fires.
Observing Xiao Yan, Meng Chuan felt the strange fire entering the boy's body, blending with "Fen Jue," initiating an unconventional evolution—something beyond common understanding.
Meng Chuan's eyes widened, comprehending the inexplicable changes within "Fen Jue." Combined with his knowledge of different fires, his earlier doubts dissipated. The soul stirred with joy; he grasped it now.
"This is the Tao..." Meng Chuan sighed softly. Although "Burning Jue" was modest, it provided boundless enlightenment this time.
"Emperor, have you succeeded?" Yao Chen inquired, sharing Meng Chuan's excitement.
"Success! My supreme way, my... Tao!" Meng Chuan laughed, his voice resonating joyfully.
"Lao Yao, my time is drawing near, and I have a final gift for you." With these words, Meng Chuan extended a hand into the river of time, retrieving a drop of bright red blood—a relic from a Dou Emperor-level beast in the history of the Dou Qi continent.
"This blood, along with a pill and a bone, when combined, results in an intact and powerful body filled with vitality."
"Yao Lao, I bid you farewell! Take care!" Meng Chuan vanished, causing ripples through the Dou Qi Continent and beyond. The great cause and effect set in motion by his actions reverberated, potent enough to propel Meng Chuan away, leaving the world to cope with the aftermath.
"Emperor..." Yao Chen gazed at the reconstituted flesh body before him, reflecting on the significance of the gifts—a pill of imperial energy, a bone, and the blood of a Doudi-level beast.
In Xiao Yan's room late at night, the focus shifted back to the present.
"Teacher, what are you going to do in the middle of the night?" Xiao Yan questioned, breaking the momentary silence.
"Ah, today I will give you what you dream of," replied Yao Chen, a subtle excitement in his tone.
"Huh? Is that so?" The boy's excitement was evident in his tone. A year had passed, and today was the culmination of his efforts.
"You've been waiting for this day for a long time," remarked Yao Chen. "Today, I will grant you the opportunity to practice 'Fen Jue' and take it a step further. You can evolve 'Fen Jue' tonight!"
"Really?" Xiao Yan's eyes lit up with excitement. A whole year had led to this moment, and he was eager to make the most of it.
"I have something special for you tonight," Yao Chen continued, retrieving the "Fen Jue" and presenting it to Xiao Yan.
"Today, you can not only practice 'Fen Jue' but also make it evolve once," Yao Chen declared with a raised voice, emphasizing the significance of the night's practice.
"Teacher, did you find another strange fire?" Xiao Yan asked, his curiosity piqued. Over the past year, he had learned much from Yao Chen and was eager for more revelations.
"I've always been by your side. There's no need to search elsewhere," replied Yao Chen, shaking his head. "However, a friend of mine discovered a unique flame."
Xiao Yan's eyes widened with anticipation, wondering how many friends his teacher had.
"This friend is different from the first two. Upon sending the strange fire, he heard me talk about you and decided to see you," Yao Chen explained.
"Then, teacher, is he a traveler like me?" Xiao Yan asked, holding on to his belief that his teacher's friends must also be fellow travelers.
"How would I know!" Yao Chen deftly deflected Xiao Yan's question, encouraging him to focus on practicing "Burning Jue."
As the night unfolded, a sudden thud resonated through the room as a furnace materialized before Xiao Yan. Inside, a faint figure could be discerned.
Perplexed, Xiao Yan took a step back, glancing at Yao Chen for an explanation. "Teacher, is this your friend?"
"Yes, the person inside is. Don't judge by appearances; both his strength and alchemy surpass mine," reassured Yao Chen.
While Xiao Yan found it peculiar that his teacher's friend resided within a stove, he respectfully saluted Meng Chuan, recognizing him as an elder.
"Good job, young one," acknowledged Meng Chuan, radiating a commanding presence.
"Boy, you can now practice 'Burn Jue.' This mysterious yellow flame is a strange fire," declared Yao Chen, handing the flame to Xiao Yan with urgency.
Accepting the flame, Xiao Yan, sensing his teacher's urgency, suppressed his curiosity. Expressing gratitude to Meng Chuan for the gift, he sat down to begin the practice of "Burning Jue," absorbing the unique fires.
Observing Xiao Yan, Meng Chuan felt the strange fire entering the boy's body, blending with "Fen Jue," initiating an unconventional evolution—something beyond common understanding.
Meng Chuan's eyes widened, comprehending the inexplicable changes within "FenJue." The amalgamation of the strange fire and "Fen Jue" sparked an unusual evolution, defying conventional understanding.
Meng Chuan's insight deepened as he observed Xiao Yan's transformative practice. The unique fires interacted with "Fen Jue" in a way that surpassed mere comprehension. It was a dance of energies, a harmonious flow that seemed to resonate with the essence of the universe.
"This is the Tao..." Meng Chuan whispered to himself, a profound appreciation for the mysteries of existence enveloping him. Despite the modest nature of "Burning Jue," the enlightenment it bestowed transcended the ordinary.
"Emperor, have you succeeded?" Yao Chen inquired, sharing in Meng Chuan's excitement.
"Success! My supreme way, my... Tao!" Meng Chuan laughed joyously, his voice echoing with a sense of fulfillment.
"Lao Yao, my time is drawing near, and I have a final gift for you." Meng Chuan extended his hand into the river of time, retrieving a drop of bright red blood—a relic from a Dou Emperor-level beast in the annals of the Dou Qi continent.
"This blood, along with a pill and a bone, when combined, results in an intact and powerful body filled with vitality."
As Meng Chuan presented this final gift, an ethereal glow enveloped the assembled components—blood, pill, and bone. The divine light coalesced into a rejuvenated and powerful body, a testament to Meng Chuan's unparalleled mastery.
"Yao Lao, I bid you farewell! Take care!" Meng Chuan's farewell echoed, resonating through the fabric of time and space. The repercussions of his actions rippled across the Dou Qi Continent and beyond, leaving a profound impact on the world.
"Emperor..." Yao Chen gazed at the revitalized form before him, contemplating the significance of the gifts—a pill of imperial energy, a bone, and the blood of a Doudi-level beast.
Back in Xiao Yan's room, the atmosphere shifted as the focus returned to the present.
"Teacher, what are you doing here in the middle of the night?" Xiao Yan broke the silence with a curious inquiry.
"Ah, today, I will grant you what you've been dreaming of," replied Yao Chen, a subtle excitement underlying his words.
"Really?" Xiao Yan's enthusiasm was palpable, a culmination of a year's anticipation.
"You've waited for this day for a long time," acknowledged Yao Chen. "Today, you will have the opportunity to practice 'Fen Jue' and take it to the next level. You can evolve 'Fen Jue' tonight!"
"Truly?" Xiao Yan's eyes sparkled with excitement. The journey of an entire year had led to this pivotal moment, and he was eager to embrace the opportunity.
"I have something special for you tonight," Yao Chen continued, retrieving the "Fen Jue" and presenting it to Xiao Yan.
"Tonight, you can not only practice 'Fen Jue' but also make it evolve once," declared Yao Chen with emphasis, underscoring the significance of the night's practice.
"Teacher, did you find another strange fire?" Xiao Yan's curiosity was piqued. Over the past year, he had absorbed valuable knowledge from Yao Chen and was eager for more revelations.
"I've always been by your side. There's no need to search elsewhere," replied Yao Chen, shaking his head. "However, a friend of mine discovered a unique flame."
Xiao Yan's eyes widened with anticipation, wondering about the extent of his teacher's network of friends.
"This friend is different from the first two. Upon sending the strange fire, he heard me talk about you and decided to see you," Yao Chen explained.
"Then, teacher, is he a traveler like me?" Xiao Yan asked, holding onto his belief that his teacher's friends must also be fellow travelers.
"How would I know!" Yao Chen deftly deflected Xiao Yan's question, encouraging him to focus on practicing "Burning Jue."
As the night unfolded, a sudden thud resonated through the room as a furnace materialized before Xiao Yan. Inside, a faint figure could be discerned.
Perplexed, Xiao Yan took a step back, glancing at Yao Chen for an explanation. "Teacher, is this your friend?"
"Yes, the person inside is. Don't judge by appearances; both his strength and alchemy surpass mine," reassured Yao Chen.
While Xiao Yan found it peculiar that his teacher's friend resided within a stove, he respectfully saluted Meng Chuan, recognizing him as an elder.
"Good job, young one," acknowledged Meng Chuan, radiating a commanding presence.
"Boy, you can now practice 'Burn Jue.' This mysterious yellow flame is a strange fire," declared Yao Chen, handing the flame to Xiao Yan with urgency.
Accepting the flame, Xiao Yan, sensing his teacher's urgency, suppressed his curiosity. Expressing gratitude to Meng Chuan for the gift, he sat down to begin the practice of "Burning Jue," absorbing the unique fires.
Observing Xiao Yan, Meng Chuan felt the strange fire entering the boy's body, blending with "Fen Jue," initiating an unconventional evolution—something beyond common understanding.
Meng Chuan's eyes widened, comprehending the inexplicable changes within "Fen Jue." Combined with his knowledge of different fires, his earlier doubts dissipated. The soul stirred with joy; he grasped it now.
"This is the Tao..." Meng Chuan sighed softly. Although "Burning Jue" was modest, it provided boundless enlightenment this time.
"Emperor, have you succeeded?" Yao Chen inquired, sharing Meng Chuan's excitement.
"Success! My supreme way, my... Tao!" Meng Chuan laughed joyously,