Back in the academy.
Those royals students:
" So that brat's name is Yin, how dare he raise voice to be royal."?
"I will teach him a good lesson."
The Mohe Forest
Into the woods, stretched out before me, the towering trees casting long, whispering shadows under the afternoon sun.
Surely, we could have just competed with each other, testing our skills instead of resorting to such measures.
But I wasn't going to waste any more time thinking about it.
I was alone now. No beasts had appeared, and I knew that if any did, I would have to face them on my own.
And yet, no matter how much I trained, I couldn't deny that there was a limit to what I could do.
Still, there was no sense in waiting. I needed to practice.
Alongside the quiet river, I began my training.
The soft rush of the water beside me became a calming backdrop as I focused on the skills I had learned.
Though they were few, they were vital. I needed to master each of them completely.
Mastering the techniques of an alchemist was just as crucial. If I wanted to become stronger, I couldn't ignore the alchemical arts.
However, as much as I wanted to refine my abilities, I realized something troubling.
With my air element core, I was unable to refine pills.
The art of alchemy required the use of flames, and my current core didn't provide that power.
But I wasn't about to give up. I had a plan.
For now, I would focus on my techniques—waiting for the right moment to abstract a fire core.
I had to keep this hidden from my master.
I settled into a meditative state, closing my eyes and centering my spiritual realm.
Within my spiritual realm, I went to the golden fire dragon.
His golden scales shimmered, even in the darkness of my mind's eye.
When he saw me, he approached without hesitation, his demeanor warm and friendly.
"Gold fire! Lend me your strength," I whispered, my voice filled with determination.
"I want to create a new technique."
Though I didn't fully understand the words he spoke in return, I felt a sense of agreement.
He lowered his head, as though granting me permission.
Taking a deep breath, I cleared my mind.
Keeping my hands steady and my heart calm, I focused on the air breathing technique I had practiced for so long.
I inhaled deeply, drawing the energy of the golden fire dragon into my being.
Despite being a mythical beast, the dragon's form shifted in my spiritual realm, rising above me like a beacon of light.
The air around us seemed to crackle with energy as his golden fire enveloped us both.
The warmth was comforting, and I felt the bright barrier form around us, a protective circle of light.
The baby dragon roared, a sound that resonated deep within my chest.
His roar was not one of aggression, but of power.
His golden scales, thick and strong, seemed to shed off him, attaching themselves to my body.
It was like armor. The feeling was strange—wearing armor, yet my body felt lighter, faster.
The scales fused to my skin, becoming part of me.
I felt the power surge through my body, my muscles strengthening as the golden fire dragon shared his energy with me.
I stood stronger than before. I could feel the air shifting around me. The next step was simple: to execute my technique.
With the dragon's power aiding me, I used the the skill
Air Breathing, Executive Punch.
The air core surged within me, my punch shooting forward with incredible force.
I watched in awe as the blast traveled, devastating everything in its path.
Trees were uprooted, stones were sent flying, and the lands was torn apart over a span of 500 meters.
The power I had just unleashed was immense.
In the distance, my master observed me from a safe distance, his expression unreadable.
"That is why the heaven people kill beasts to become stronger," he muttered under his breath.
His voice trailed off, his thoughts wandering as he contemplated the nature of power.
"Strong?" he pondered.
"Strength… power… what is there if people don't have ideas but only have strength?"
I could feel his gaze, his thoughts reflecting on the power I had just demonstrated.
As my master thought to himself, I continued my training. I was impressed by the progress I had made.
The technique was powerful, but now, my attention turned to the next challenge.
"Wow, this is impressive. With this, I can abstract the fire core," I thought. "But the location... I still need to search for it."
There were only two days left before I had to return to the academy. Time was running out.
I trained until evening. Despite my efforts, I had not harvested any beast cores or soul bones. I sat by the river, feeling a tinge of sadness in my heart.
"Is it because I am not deserving?" I muttered to myself, staring into the flowing water.
"Am I destined to be alone and weak?"
My thoughts wandered to my family.
"Mom, dad, and my little sister... I don't want to be alone and weak. I want to spend time with you guys again, looking after the cows, feeding the birds in the morning..."
I sighed, reaching into my storage seal. It was empty, just like my heart at that moment. I had gained nothing.
As I sat there, lost in my thoughts, my master appeared.
He spoke softly, his voice a mix of wisdom and gentle reproach.
"Boy, a man does not make his destiny: he accepts it or denies it. Your limitation—it's only your imagination."
I lifted my head, hearing the words sink in. "Yes, Master, you are right."
The sun dipped below the horizon, casting long shadows across the river.
The evening was cool, and a small campfire crackled nearby. My master rested beside it, while I continued my meditation, determined to improve.
That night, I had another thought.
"What if I put Tain in my spiritual realm? He'll be safe there."
I reached out with a wave of my hand and brought my shadow dog into my spiritual realm.
The dragon and the shadow dog exchanged wary glances but did not speak to each other.
Their presence in my mind made it difficult for me to coordinate their energies.
Still, I would manage. For now, the night was calm, and i need to sleep.
In the heavenly realm, Mihuang Sanctuary
The most beautiful girl, dressed in a flowing white and blue gown, stood on the veranda of her grand palace.
Her figure was graceful and captivating, a fragrant aura of flowers surrounding her as she gazed out into the distance.
She was a member of the Miguang family, known for their beauty and grace. She is sexy with long legs and a sexy body.
As she stood there, lost in thought, a strange dream lingered in her mind.
She had seen a boy smile, but his face was blocked.
Her heart fluttered, and she wondered if she had foreseen her future husband.
"Is it him?" she whispered softly to herself. "Did I foresee my future?"
Her mind raced as she tried to make sense of the dream, the image of the smiling boy.
Something deep inside her stirred, and she felt an unexplainable pull toward him.
" I want to see you in person," she whispered to herself.