Ron sat in his courtyard, his gaze sharp as he absorbed the lingering energy from his recent breakthrough. The 4th Qi Refining Realm was just a step forward—his true power lay beyond simple cultivation levels.
Suddenly, Shen Tian's voice echoed in his mind.
"You've taken another step, but your true strength comes from your bloodline."
Ron smirked. "Then tell me about it."
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Your bloodline name is The World Devouring Dragon Bloodline
Shen Tian's voice carried a deep seriousness.
"Your bloodline is not ordinary, Ron. The World Devouring Dragon Race was feared across the stars. Their power was so great that even Emperors and Void Realm experts trembled before them."
Ron narrowed his eyes. "Then why don't I feel that power?"
Shen Tian sighed. "Because your bloodline is incomplete. You were born in a weakened state. However, within you lies a path to restoration—through the Billion Dragon Scales."
Ron listened carefully.
"You have one billion dragon scales, but they remain dormant. Every time you fight, cultivate, or push yourself beyond your limits, a scale will awaken. With each scale, your transformation will grow stronger."
A flicker of excitement appeared in Ron's eyes. "How powerful can I become?"
Shen Tian chuckled. "Your first transformation—when you perfect it—will allow you to fight a Master Realm expert."
Ron's eyes gleamed. That was three entire realms above him.
"When you light up 100 scales, you will unlock the Second Transformation, allowing you to battle a Transcend Realm Peak expert."
Shen Tian continued, his voice filled with awe.
"Each major transformation increases your strength by three entire realms. But the journey is long, Ron. Strength is earned, not given."
Ron's smirk returned. "Good. I wouldn't have it any other way."
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The Sect's Grand Competition
The next morning, the entire Black Moon Sect gathered in the Grand Hall. Elder Mu stood at the center, his aura powerful as he made an important announcement.
"Disciples of the Black Moon Sect, a grand opportunity has arrived!"
The crowd murmured in excitement.
Elder Mu's voice boomed. "The Empire has declared a competition between sects! Every sect in the empire will send its strongest disciples to battle. The rewards will be beyond imagination!"
Ron's interest was piqued. A large-scale battle between geniuses?
Elder Mu continued. "The Princess of the Empire will be the chief guest. She will personally oversee the battles."
This revelation sent the disciples into a frenzy.
"The Princess?! That's huge!"
"If she recognizes someone, they might be invited into the Royal Academy!"
"This is our chance for glory!"
Ron remained calm. 'Royal recognition means nothing to me. But… strong opponents? That's something worth my time.'
Elder Mu's gaze swept across the crowd.
"The selection for our sect's representatives will begin soon. Only the strongest will earn the right to represent us."
Ron smirked. "Then I'll have to show them what true strength looks like."
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To Be Continued…
Ron's Progress:
• Cultivation: Qi Refining stage 4
• Swordmanship: Sword user Peak
Techniques
• Heaven crushing slash