Four hours had passed, and Yun Yun finally completed refining the Amethyst Lion Birth Essence. The entire forest seemed to hold its breath as the refinement finished, and, with a surge of energy, a massive suction force rippled outward from her. The force swept across the surrounding area, compelling the nearby magical beasts to retreat in submission, though one exception stood firm: Shen Yuan. As Yun Yun slowly opened her eyes, a radiant purple light glimmered within, dancing like an ethereal flame, both fierce and captivating.
Gradually, she began to withdraw the overwhelming suction force, reigning it back into herself. As the energy settled, her body was suffused with a peculiar purple-colored flame, casting an otherworldly glow over her skin. This flame wasn't merely light; it held a presence, pulsing with raw, arcane power.
Shen Yuan observed this transformation, his expression calm yet deeply satisfied. Choosing Yun Yun to refine the Amethyst Lion Birth Essence had indeed been a wise decision. For him, this endeavor brought significant rewards—first, he acquired a Sub-Heavenly Flame, and second, Yun Yun's strength had surged. Where she had once been a five-star Dou Huang, she now radiated the might of an eight-star Dou Huang, an astonishing leap in power. As her gaze fell upon Shen Yuan, a brilliant smile played upon her lips, a smile so radiant that it could steal the breath from any who saw it.
[Author's Note: Of course, Shen Yuan, being the protagonist, remained unaffected. His ambitions didn't leave room for affection limited to a single woman.]
"Have you completed your refining?" Shen Yuan asked, the curiosity in his voice unmistakable. His eyes, filled with wonder and intrigue, gleamed as they took in the changes in her aura. "And what realm are you in now?"
Yun Yun nodded, a look of satisfaction and awe crossing her face. "Yes, I've completed it," she replied, her voice tinged with both astonishment and pride. "I've reached eight-star Dou Huang." The realization still left her in a state of wonder—leaping two stars at once was unheard of, even in her realm. Yet, despite the lingering surprise, a profound sense of fulfillment spread through her heart.
"Eight-star Dou Huang," Shen Yuan echoed, a spark of excitement lighting up his face. "That's quite the achievement." His voice, rich with enthusiasm, matched the brilliant golden gleam in his eyes, which reflected his admiration for her newfound strength.
"Indeed," Yun Yun replied with a small, slightly exasperated sigh, a tick mark appearing on her forehead. Though grateful for his praise, the sheer enthusiasm emanating from him made her yearn to escape his intense gaze. Reluctantly, she steeled herself and continued, "I should take my leave now. Here—please accept this." She handed Shen Yuan a storage ring, its surface engraved with intricate patterns that marked it as a middle-grade ring. Inside lay a collection of techniques and Qi methods, a parting gift.
Shen Yuan accepted the ring with a nod of appreciation, not surprised but grateful. As he watched, Yun Yun summoned her energy, and sky-blue wings unfurled gracefully behind her, carrying her skyward. She soared into the sky, her figure merging with the clouds, yet Shen Yuan's voice rang out, clear and powerful.
"Goodbye, Yun Yun!" he called, his voice booming, echoing through the air, reaching even a hundred yards away.
Half an hour later, Shen Yuan sat in quiet concentration, practicing a technique that seemed to ripple with an aura of mystery and power. This was no ordinary skill; it was a technique deeply connected to his unique bloodline. The system had gifted him with this spatial skill—'Immortal Space Supreme.'
The description in the system's interface was both simple and profound. The technique granted him control over two unique spaces, both directly linked to him. The first was a storage space, designed to store items securely. This space, however, had only become accessible now that he had reached the Dou Ling realm—a milestone in his cultivation journey.
The second, far more intriguing, was a realm. According to the system, this realm was a dimension of immense power, surpassing even the realms created by Dou Shengs, the legendary figures of the cultivation world. However, there was a catch. The system had imposed a restriction: this formidable realm would only be available to him after he advanced to the 8-star Dou Wang realm. For now, it remained a tantalizing promise of power.
Determined to master every facet of the skill available to him, Shen Yuan immersed himself in practice, feeling the spatial energy ebb and flow around him as he sought to refine his control.
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Two hours later,
Shen Yuan sat atop a rock platform, his posture steady, his figure bathed in the faint glow of the moonlight. His eyes were closed, his breathing deep and even as he cultivated. The stillness around him was deceptive, for within him, energy churned and shifted like a storm beneath the surface.
Finally, his eyes opened, sharp and golden like twin suns piercing the night. A faint smile played across his lips as he murmured, "States."
Before him, the familiar system interface materialized, glowing faintly with azure light. He scanned the details displayed:
> [Name: Shen Yuan]
[Age: 11]
[Dou Qi: Dou Ling 4-star]
[Soul: Mortal Peak]
[Flames: 1 - Golden Emperor's Incinerating Flame (Residual Energy)]
[2 - Amethyst Spirit Flame (Sub-Heavenly Flame)]
His gaze lingered on the details of his flames. The Golden Emperor's Incinerating Flame, though in a residual state, still carried immense potential. It was a treasure that many cultivators could only dream of possessing. As for the Amethyst Spirit Flame, it was already proving its value, its strength rivaling some of the more renowned Sub-Heavenly Flames.
Shen Yuan's lips curled into a faint smirk. Though his path was still long, the tools and opportunities before him were unmatched. With the system at his side, his ascension was not just inevitable—it was destined.
Next,His planning to practice alchemy.He knew the benefits a alchemist gets.His Motive was evident,He wanted To practice alchemy,and With System with his side,His Knowledge,And talent in Alchemy should be unmatched.