The boundless void was filled with countless legends and myths, places where immortals fell, and the threads of countless worlds intertwined, creating endless miracles.
Some spoke of divine realms discovered within the void.
Some told tales of celestial corpses, towering mountains of immortal blood, and seas of divine tears.
Others recounted terrifying disasters.
Devouring beast tides that swallowed entire armies.
Swarms of metal-eating locusts that turned entire cities to ash.
Temporal traps where a single breath cost a hundred years of life.
For those who ventured into the endless void, the gifts of destiny were often a cruel joke. Yet, sometimes, the void's gifts held genuine power—treasures left behind by immortals and deities.
Lucian stood by the Lake Pavilion, staring at the small red package in Qin Keqing's hands. It was a "Destiny's Gift", one of the celestial remnants that could be as worthless as dirt or as priceless as a divine artifact.
"Young Master, which tier should I choose?" Qin Keqing asked softly, her delicate fingers running along the package's intricate surface.
"Go for the highest. Let's bet big," Lucian said, pushing forward 10,000 Void Crystals—a significant amount of resources but a necessary gamble.
As the crystals poured into the pavilion, they glowed with radiant light, dissolving into streams of power that surged into the package.
A moment later, the void energy shrouding the package dissipated, revealing its contents: a mysterious skill book with a golden question mark on the cover.
Lucian's brows furrowed as he inspected the skill book.
[Mysterious Skill Book]
Description: A spell from an unknown celestial realm. It could be a mere auxiliary technique or a profound path of immortality. Only by learning it will its true nature be revealed.
Lucian turned to Qin Keqing, handing her the book. "Learn it and see what we're dealing with."
Qin Keqing nodded and pressed the book to her chest. It disintegrated into glowing fragments, merging into her body.
"Let's see," Lucian said, opening her Status Screen to examine the results.
[Qin Keqing]
Skills: Frost Breath (Level 5), Six Cauldrons of Thunder (Level 1).
[Six Cauldrons of Thunder]
Skill Quality: Purple (Outstanding).
Skill Level: 1 (0/200).
Effect: Summon six successive bolts of heavenly lightning, each dealing escalating damage based on mental power:
Bolt 1: 50 + Spirit × 10%
Bolt 2: 50 + Spirit × 20%
Bolt 3: 50 + Spirit × 30%
Bolt 4: 50 + Spirit × 40%
Bolt 5: 50 + Spirit × 50%
Bolt 6: 50 + Spirit × 200%
Description: "Command the heavens to smite your enemies with unrelenting thunder!"
"This is excellent!" Lucian exclaimed, pleased with the result.
Qin Keqing raised her hand, and a purple bolt of lightning coiled around her fingertips, crackling with raw power. She began experimenting with the spell, shaping the lightning into spears, serpents, and orbs.
Lucian grinned. "A perfect addition to your arsenal."
Without hesitation, he spent more Void Crystals to upgrade Six Cauldrons of Thunder to Level 5, unlocking its full potential.
Recent victories had bolstered the territory. The fallen bosses had dropped three legendary items, now equipped by his heroes.
[Dragonblood Ring]: Enhanced physical attributes with the "Dragon's Might" enchantment.
Equipped by Lin Daiyu.
[Earthen Plate Armor]: Heavy armor offering incredible defense.
Also equipped by Lin Daiyu.
[Stellar Necklace]: Boosted mental power with "Starry Blessing," speeding up spellcasting.
Equipped by Qin Keqing.
With their upgraded gear, skills, and rising levels, Lucian's heroes and troops were growing into an unstoppable force.
"Once this wave is over, I'll ascend to Level 6," Lucian thought, his excitement building.
A thunderous explosion shattered his thoughts.
Lucian turned toward the Stone Wall, where defensive towers were already firing at the approaching wave of monsters. Flamethrowers, lightning bolts, and machine guns lit up the battlefield in a dazzling display of power.
"So, today's wave has arrived," Lucian muttered, signaling Qin Keqing to follow him.
As they approached the wall, he glanced at her.
"You ready to show me what that new spell can do?"
Qin Keqing's lips curved into a confident smile, lightning flickering between her fingers. "As you wish, Young Master."