Subham and Ananya emerged from the frigid wilderness, their bodies and spirits transformed by their encounter with the Ice Elemental Dragon. As they approached Vidur's mansion, anticipation mingled with apprehension. What would their friends think of their newfound powers?
"Ananya, are you ready?" Subham asked, his voice tinged with excitement.
Ananya nodded, her expression determined. "Let's face whatever comes our way, Subham."
They entered the mansion to a chorus of gasps and astonished murmurs. Saheli, Ankan, and Vidur stared in disbelief at the changes in Subham and Ananya.
"Subham, what happened to you?" Saheli exclaimed, her eyes wide with astonishment.
Ankan's gaze shifted between them, his curiosity piqued. "And Ananya, you look... different."
Vidur, ever composed, regarded them with a knowing look. "It seems your journey was fruitful. Come, tell us what you've discovered."
Subham and Ananya recounted their adventure—the discovery of the Ice Elemental Dragon Temple, their battle with the level 6 soul, and the acquisition of their new powers.
"And there's more," Subham said, excitement bubbling in his voice. "In the temple, we found an ancient cultivation art—the Elemental Dragon's Ascendancy."
Vidur's eyebrows lifted in surprise. "The Elemental Dragon's Ascendancy? That's a rare and powerful cultivation art."
Subham nodded eagerly. "Yes, Master. But there's still much to learn about it."
As they settled into the mansion, Subham couldn't shake the feeling of unease. Despite his newfound strength, he knew there were greater challenges ahead. But with Vidur's guidance and the support of his friends, he felt ready to face whatever lay in store.
### Permafrost Domain Expansion
Ananya's cultivation art, Frost Sovereign's Ascension, had progressed significantly during their journey. She had reached the second stage, Glacial Veins Formation, and was now striving to unlock the third stage—Permafrost Domain Expansion.
In the Permafrost Domain Expansion, Ananya would expand her control over ice to create a domain of perpetual frost around her. This domain would enhance her ice magic, allowing her to freeze opponents with ease and manipulate the very fabric of cold itself.
As Ananya trained to unlock this stage, she immersed herself in the icy landscapes, drawing power from the frigid air and icy terrain. Each step brought her closer to mastering the Permafrost Domain, and with it, the ability to wield the full might of her ice elemental powers.