Chapter 165: The Heavenly Flame Three Mysterious Transformations
Xiao Tian rested for the night in Burning Flame Valley.
The next morning, Tang Huo Er came to find him. When Xiao Tian opened the door, he saw the graceful young girl standing there. Upon seeing Xiao Tian, Tang Huo Er smiled brightly, "Xiao Tian, my father has already spoken with the elders. Let's head to the Dou Technique Pavilion!"
"Alright," Xiao Tian smiled back. "Miss Huo Er, please lead the way."
Tang Huo Er didn't immediately lead the way but instead walked up to Xiao Tian and linked her arm with his. Feeling the softness against his arm, Xiao Tian stiffened and asked, "Miss Huo Er, what are you doing?"
"We're 'lovers,' so we need to maintain some intimacy in front of others," Tang Huo Er said, blushing slightly. "I'm not bothered, so why should you, a man, be? Let's go!"
With that, Tang Huo Er pulled Xiao Tian along. They walked out of the courtyard and followed a gravel path until they reached a building hidden by lush trees. Above the building were three large characters that read "Dou Technique Pavilion."
Tang Huo Er whispered, "This is our Burning Flame Valley's Dou Technique Pavilion. Normally, no one is allowed inside."
Xiao Tian nodded, sensing several hidden guards around. At that moment, the space twisted, and Tang Zhen appeared, saying, "Follow me. The complete inheritance of the Heavenly Flame Three Mysterious Transformations is only available here."
The three of them approached the gate, and immediately, three figures descended from the pavilion's rooftop, transforming into three red-robed elders. They bowed to Tang Zhen before looking at Xiao Tian and Tang Huo Er.
Tang Zhen waved his hand, "Open the Dou Technique Pavilion, Elders."
The three elders nodded and simultaneously formed intricate hand seals. Red flames shot from their hands, hitting the tightly closed door.
"Buzz!"
As the red light entered the door, ripples spread across its surface, and it slowly opened.
Once the door opened, Tang Zhen led Xiao Tian and Tang Huo Er inside. The first floor was filled with neatly arranged high cabinets, each holding scrolls of various colors.
"The Heavenly Flame Three Mysterious Transformations are on the third floor," Tang Zhen said as he led the way upstairs.
The third floor was small and relatively empty. Each corner had a concentration of glowing light, distorting the space around it, indicating special protective measures.
Tang Zhen approached the center, where a red light sphere hovered. He quickly tapped on it with his fingers, and the red light dissipated, revealing a red crystal ball.
Tang Zhen smiled, "This is our Burning Flame Valley's inheritance crystal. It contains the complete Heavenly Flame Three Mysterious Transformations technique, as well as the improvements and experiences of our ancestors."
Xiao Tian wasn't interested in the modifications since Xiao Xuan created the technique specifically for the Xiao clan. For the Xiao clan members, practicing the Heavenly Flame Three Mysterious Transformations could even awaken their clan mark. However, others would need to modify it to practice.
"Thank you, Valley Master Tang," Xiao Tian said, cupping his hands in thanks.
"As we agreed," Tang Zhen waved his hand. "Just merge your soul with it to receive the complete Heavenly Flame Three Mysterious Transformations inheritance."
Xiao Tian walked forward, placed his hands on the crystal ball, and poured his soul force into it.
"Buzz!"
Instantly, Xiao Tian felt a surge of information flooding into his mind like a tide.
As soon as his soul entered the crystal ball, it emitted a brilliant red light, bathing the entire Dou Technique Pavilion in red.
"This... this..." Tang Zhen and Tang Huo Er were stunned. The crystal could test a person's aptitude for practicing the technique, and while Tang Huo Er had triggered a reaction before, it was nowhere near as intense as Xiao Tian's.
"Could it be... Xiao Tian really is from the Xiao clan?" Tang Zhen thought. "The Heavenly Flame Three Mysterious Transformations were created by Xiao Xuan. It wouldn't be surprising if he left a special backdoor for his clan members."
After a day, the red glow from the crystal ball finally faded, and Xiao Tian slowly opened his eyes, filled with joy. The Heavenly Flame Three Mysterious Transformations could unleash hidden flames in the body in a special way, greatly boosting power for a short time. Each transformation released a flame, and the combined power of the three transformations was terrifying. However, such explosive energy was volatile and could cause one's body to explode if not strong enough. But Xiao Tian's body was far stronger than an ordinary beast, so he wasn't worried.
"Since I've received the Heavenly Flame Three Mysterious Transformations, let's head out," Tang Zhen said with a smile as he led them downstairs.
Outside the Dou Technique Pavilion, Xiao Tian said, "Valley Master Tang, I've troubled you long enough. I should take my leave."
Tang Zhen patted Xiao Tian's shoulder, "You're always welcome here, as long as I'm around."
"Leaving already?" Tang Huo Er looked at Xiao Tian with a complex expression before sighing.
"Valley Master Tang, Miss Huo Er, until we meet again," Xiao Tian said, cupping his hands before disappearing.
In the Space Gate's dimension, Xiao Tian looked at Xiao Yao above the Dan River and asked, "How are you, Xiao Yao? How much strength have you recovered?"
Xiao Yao smiled, "Pretty good. I've recovered to the Minor Accomplishment of the Death Profound Realm. I can handle warriors in the Major Accomplishment of the Death Profound Realm."
Xiao Tian nodded, "Great. Come with me to the Dou Saint ruins. I might need your help."
"Alright!" Xiao Yao agreed.
Xiao Tian and Xiao Yao returned to the Martial Universe. This time, they didn't go to Dao Sect but sought out Zi Yan. To enter the Dou Saint ruins without causing too much commotion, they might need Zi Yan's help.
Yan City, Xiao Clan's courtyard.
Xiao Tian and Xiao Yao appeared.
As soon as they arrived, Zi Yan, Little Doctor Fairy, and Qing Lin came out of the room.
"Xiao Tian, you're back!" Zi Yan ran up, "Take us out for some fun. I'm so bored here."
Zi Yan then asked curiously, "Xiao Tian, why do I sense dragon aura on you?"
Xiao Tian explained, "I received a dragon inheritance and some Heavenly Dragon Qi."
"Oh!" Though Zi Yan didn't understand what Heavenly Dragon Qi was, she felt closer to Xiao Tian.
Xiao Tian patted her head, "I'm here to take you to a treasure trove. There are items that can quickly boost your strength. You'll surpass Little Doctor Fairy and Qing Lin with them!"
Though Zi Yan had reached Dou Wang early, beasts like her had slow cultivation speeds. Now she was a Two-Star Dou Zong, but Qing Lin was a Six-Star Dou Zong, and Little Doctor Fairy was an Eight-Star Dou Zong.
"What treasure?" Zi Yan's interest was piqued.
"You'll see when we get there," Xiao Tian smiled.
He then turned to Little Doctor Fairy, "Little Doctor Fairy, we're still missing the Bodhi Transformation Saliva for your Poison Pill method. I'll get it for you soon."
In this timeline, Little Doctor Fairy stayed by Xiao Tian's side and didn't need to fight, so her Woeful Poison Body only erupted once. After Xiao Tian sealed it, it never erupted again. But this method was temporary; only forming a Poison Pill could solve the problem permanently.
(End of the chapter)
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