The Blazing Sky Qi Refining Tower has strict rules. To go down, you need a corresponding color Fire Crystal Card.
And the higher the level of the Fire Crystal Card, the more Fire Energy you need to exchange.
Usually, cultivation is carried out in the inner courtyard, unless there is a special opportunity.
For example, someone like Lin Xiu who single-handedly suppressed a session of the Fire Energy Hunting Competition.
Otherwise, the Green Fire Crystal Card is basically the limit for most people, the Red Fire Crystal Card is generally difficult to obtain, let alone the Purple Fire Crystal Card.
"Brother Xiu, will it affect you? You've just become an elder."
Lin Dun really wanted to go, but still asked first.
Leng Bai, Du Chaoping, Han Pu, and others around looked at Lin Xiu.
As for Lin Xiu Ya, Yan Hao, Han Yue, and Zi Yan, their expressions were relatively calm.
Having previously undergone the Heartfire Body-Forging, they had been to the ninth floor. Although they only passed through the passages halfway without visiting each floor, they were not so curious anymore.
"It won't, you are all insiders, and I happen to have something good for you."
Lin Xiu appeared relaxed.
During the previous gathering with the elders, he could feel the goodwill of many elders.
As long as he didn't blow up Jia Nan Academy, they could all basically tolerate him.
Upon hearing about something good, everyone present became interested.
Leaving the mess in the courtyard behind, the group headed straight for the Qi Refining Tower.
Zi Yan didn't like the fiery atmosphere inside, so she went back to her own residence halfway through.
Seeing this, Lin Xiu didn't insist.
He intended to give several of them the Heartfire Body-Forging.
This thing doesn't help Zi Yan much.
Inside the tower, as they descended, each elder only reminded them not to go to the tenth floor, so there was no obstruction.
"In the past, I wanted to go to the seventh floor. No matter how I begged Elder Wang, he wouldn't agree, insisting on seeing the Red Fire Crystal Card."
When they reached the seventh floor, Han Yue glanced back.
"If you had Lin Xiu's talent, the elders probably wouldn't stop you."
Yan Hao laughed heartily.
After strolling on the seventh floor, Lin Xiu Ya glanced at Lin Dun, Leng Bai, and the other three. "Lin Xiu, the situation below should be similar, but the heat is higher. Shouldn't we refrain from going further?"
"It's fine. With me here, they won't be affected."
Lin Xiu waved his hand, and a layer of flames enveloped the five of them, reducing the intense heat on their faces instantly.
"Brother Xiu, what exactly are you going to give us?"
Taking quick steps, Lin Dun came to Lin Xiu's side, excitement lingering on his face.
Having entered the Academy for half a year, he had only stepped foot on the second floor of the Blazing Sky Qi Refining Tower at most.
Now, reaching the seventh floor, he would have enough bragging rights to boast to his classmates once they got out.
"You'll find out soon."
Lin Xiu smiled mysteriously, leading the group to the eighth floor. After greeting the elders on this floor, they entered the practice room where they often stayed before.
"Take a seat at the tables."
Lin Xiu gestured, and as everyone sat down, facing their puzzled expressions, he calmly spoke, "Next, I'm going to arrange a session of Heartfire Body-Forging for you."
"What? Heartfire Body-Forging?!"
"Junior brother, are you kidding?"
"You can guide the Heartfire?"
Before Lin Bai and the others could fully understand the implications of Lin Xiu's words, they saw Lin Xiu Ya, Yan Hao, and Han Yue, who had always been calm, suddenly stand up.
The three of them were filled with excitement, surprise, and disbelief.
They were the ones who understood how important Heartfire Body-Forging was the most.
Moreover, having experienced it once before, they had personally felt its benefits.
"Otherwise, why do you think the Academy assigned me to be in charge of the Qi Refining Tower?"
Lin Xiu's mouth curved slightly upward as he raised his hand.
The temperature in the room quickly rose, and fiery red energy filled the entire space.
A few wisps of invisible flames appeared.
"Heartfire Body-Forging can temper the bones and meridians, improve constitution, and increase the probability of advancing to Dou King.
Although I'm an elder, I can't do this kind of thing often. This time, it's because we're all friends, so I'm helping you out. How much fortune you'll have depends on yourselves."
Lin Xiu glanced at the group.
Lin Xiu Ya and the others had already returned to their seats, sitting upright.
"Last time, I was just a step away from breaking through to Dou King. If it weren't for an accident, I would be a Dou King by now. Lin Xiu, I'll remember this favor for life!"
Yan Hao pointed at him with his fingers, then clenched his fist and forcefully tapped his own chest.
Lin Xiu nodded slightly, "Brother Hao, I'll wait for your breakthrough to Dou King."
Lin Xiu Ya also directed a serious gaze at Lin Xiu, nodding solemnly.
At this moment, Leng Bai and the others finally understood the true value of what Lin Xiu was going to give them.
Their bodies trembled with excitement uncontrollably.
If Lin Xiu hadn't raised his hand, signaling them to be silent, they would probably have spoken with tearful voices.
As Lin Xiu flicked his hand, invisible flames accurately penetrated into each person's body.
The individuals sat up straight, their faces instantly flushing red.
"Take care of them, try to make them endure for as long as possible."
Lin Xiu looked to his side, and the tall Fire Spirit with horns nodded in agreement.
This time, the flames for the Body-Forging were created by Lin Xiu's own Fallen Heart Flame.
After all, whether it was Lin Dun, Du Chaoping, or Lin Xiu Ya and the others, they were among Lin Xiu's few good friends.
Now that he had this ability, it was okay to help them out.
The Heartfire Body-Forging lasted for five days, two days longer than the usual quietness of the Academy.
Lin Xiu Ya, Yan Hao, and Han Yue's fluctuations in aura were the most obvious, indicating that they could break through to Dou King at any moment.
It seemed that they knew Lin Xiu was deliberately controlling the process, so they restrained themselves from breaking through and allowed the Heartfire to burn.
"Junior brother..."
"Brother Xiu..."
When Lin Xiu withdrew the Fire Spirit, the others gradually regained consciousness from the Heartfire Body-Forging. Du Chaoping, Lin Dun, and the others couldn't contain their emotions at first.
As soon as they spoke, their lips trembled uncontrollably, their eyes gleaming with tears.
Having experienced the Heartfire Body-Forging firsthand, they understood that this was no less than a great favor.
Du Chaoping's talent in cultivation had always been poor, and despite practicing in the outer courtyard for several years, he had not been able to break through. Entering the inner courtyard seemed like a distant opportunity.
Ever since he met Lin Xiu, he felt like his life had undergone a complete transformation.
"Don't say that. I just happen to have this ability. It's like back in the outer courtyard when Senior Brother Du and you, Lin Dun, did me small favors."
Lin Xiu spoke the truth. He was someone who cherished old relationships. If someone treated him well, he naturally remembered it.
A mere Heartfire Body-Forging wouldn't cause too much depletion to the Fallen Heart Flame.
Although Lin Xiu remained calm, the others present were still very excited, chattering incessantly until their voices became hoarse.
Lin Xiu Ya and the others exchanged a silent glance, their approval of Lin Xiu growing deeper.
Han Yue's eyes revealed a hint of complexity.
As they exited the Qi Refining Tower, there were signs of breakthrough in the abilities of several people, each preparing to leave.
Before leaving, Han Yue asked Lin Xiu about his plans for the future.
Because of the significant losses suffered by the Academy before, they had already begun retaliating against the Black-Corner Region.
They were already planning to participate, and now that Lin Xiu had returned with even stronger abilities, they hoped he would also join in.
Dealing with the Black-Corner Region could earn them points, which could be exchanged for rewards such as pills, Qi Methods, Dou Techniques, weapons, and more.
"You guys go ahead. I'm planning to go into seclusion for a while. I'll come find you after I break through."
Lin Xiu didn't intend to miss out on this operation. However, he was eyeing the big fish—the leaders with high points and abundant treasures.
But these people were also quite powerful.
When I breakthrough to Dou Emperor and deal with them, it probably won't be much different from dealing with ants.
Anyway, it's not even half a year away. There's no rush.
"Oh, by the way, since you're going to the Black-Corner Region, could you keep an eye out for a few medicinal herbs for me?"
Stopping Lin Xiu Ya and the others, Lin Xiu mentioned several names, all of which were medicinal herbs needed for the Spirit Fusion Pill.
He had visited the Academy's medicinal storehouse, where there were many medicinal herbs, but unfortunately, they had all been taken out by the Grand Elder to save himself when he was afflicted by the Fallen Heart Flame.
The few people silently made a note of it.
Lin Xiu watched the group walk away into the distance before turning back towards the Qi Refining Tower.
He didn't really need to continue practicing in the tower anyway, since the Fallen Heart Flame was already within him.
But Lin Xiu thought there was no harm in maintaining a disguise.
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