Deep within a secluded island in the Ten Thousand Stars Sea Region, a quiet Immortal Cave was built.
Inside the Immortal Cave, several figures stood by a blood pool, their eyes fixed on a naked man within the pool. The man had a handsome face and a towering physique, yet his complexion was pale, and his build was robust. Countless strands of blood Qi continuously surged into his body from the blood pool, aiding him in refining his Bloodline and recovering his Cultivation.
The blood in the pool was not ordinary red; instead, it shimmered with a strange light, as if it contained mysterious power. The blood pool emitted a strong, fishy smell, making one want to vomit.
However, with the aid of the blood pool's power, the man's Aura in the blood pool gradually stabilized, and the Cultivation Aura he exuded was continuously improving.
“Congratulations, Hong Shuang Venerable, your brother has truly turned misfortune into a blessing!” One of the distinguished elders looked at Hong Shuang and congratulated her with a smile, “Under the blessing of the Saint Race Origin Blood Power, he not only completed the reconstruction of the Rakshasa Saint Body but also made his Bloodline Power even purer, laying the Foundation for the Blood Dao. If he can integrate the power of both Daos in the future, his achievements will undoubtedly be limitless!”
“Many thanks to Old Ancestor for the timely assistance. The Saint Blood Origin is incredibly precious. If it weren't for Old Ancestor's gift, my brother would certainly not have had such an Opportunity. Hong Shuang will definitely do her best to fulfill the agreement!” Hong Shuang bowed deeply, a hint of pain flashing in her eyes, yet she had to express her gratitude.
In the last battle, Hongshan lost a large amount of the Rakshasa race's Origin, and Hong Shuang paid a huge price, yet she could only barely save his life and had been helpless regarding his recovery.
It wasn't until Wu Tian Demon Ancestor of the Nine Demon Sect came to her with his followers, learned of her situation, and gifted her a portion of the Blood Demon Clan's Origin Blood. This Origin Blood was a supreme treasure of the Blood Demon Clan, capable of helping Hongshan recover his Cultivation and reshape his body.
Under the blessing of the Blood Demon Clan's Origin Blood, Hongshan's body, which had been destroyed by self-detonation, was reshaped and strengthened, and his Cultivation began to gradually recover. The Bloodline Power within him became even purer and more powerful.
At the same time, this body reshaping in the blood pool not only allowed Hongshan to recover the Rakshasa race's Bloodline Origin within his body but also granted him the Blood Demon Clan's Origin Bloodline. The Fusion of these two Bloodline Powers would certainly change his Aptitude, allowing his Cultivation to advance by leaps and bounds and bringing him many benefits.
However, there is always a trade-off. The Fusion with the Blood Demon Clan's Origin Blood meant that Hongshan's temperament would certainly undergo significant changes. His original personality, emotions, and way of thinking would all be influenced by the Blood Demon Clan. This might not be her original younger brother, Hongshan. For a moment, Hong Shuang herself couldn't tell.
Having received such a great benefit from others, it naturally wouldn't be without cost. Hong Shuang was well aware of this.
The main reason the Nine Demon Sect was willing to provide her with the Blood Demon Clan's Origin Blood was to win her over and use her to make the forces she had assembled serve their purpose, providing cover for the Nine Demon Sect's upcoming actions.
Next, the Nine Demon Sect was preparing to infiltrate the Ten Thousand Stars Sea Region, but their power was suppressed in the Southern Wilderness Region and temporarily unable to extend their influence there.
“Hmm! Next, the Xuantian Sword Sect, the Taiyi Sect, and the Eight Great Families will certainly dispatch a large number of people to reinforce the Southern Wilderness Region. They will definitely keep a close eye on the Ten Thousand Stars Sea Region, which is a transit point!”
“You must act cautiously. Whether you can establish a firm foothold in the Ten Thousand Stars Sea Region is crucial to our clan's grand plan!”
Wu Tian Demon Ancestor looked at Hong Shuang and solemnly instructed.
“Yes, Hong Shuang understands!” Hong Shuang readily accepted the order and nodded knowingly, acknowledging her status as a subordinate.
Wu Tian Demon Ancestor nodded and said no more, observing Hongshan in the blood pool with the other Demon Venerables.
Time passed bit by bit. The Immortal Cave was so quiet that only the sound of the sea breeze and the faint gurgling of the blood pool could be heard. The naked man remained motionless, as if he had fallen into an endless slumber. However, within his body, the light grew brighter and brighter, as if something was brewing.
“Ha!” Suddenly, a low shout came from the blood pool, breaking the tranquility within the Immortal Cave.
Everyone looked at the blood pool in unison.
They saw Hongshan in the blood pool suddenly open his tightly closed eyes. Two crimson rays of light shot out from his eyes, and his Aura instantly became powerful, as if he had merged with heaven and earth.
“This is… Bloodline Fusion? How can this be?” A hint of surprise flashed in Wu Tian Demon Ancestor's eyes as he murmured.
The other Demon Venerables also showed surprised expressions. They could feel that the two Bloodline Powers within Hongshan's body were clashing fiercely, undergoing incredible changes.
The two originally separate Bloodline Powers, after repeated intense collisions and tests, now showed signs of merging, gradually forming an even more vast power.
This fused Bloodline Power was continuously strengthening, and an invisible, powerful Law Domain burst forth from Hongshan's body, as if the air in the Immortal Cave had solidified.
Hongshan's body trembled slightly, and a hint of pain appeared on his face. The two Bloodline Powers violently surged and tore within his body. The original Bloodline Power was brutal, wild, and unrestrained.
The Bloodline Power destroyed his body, and at the same time, it restored his body at an extremely fast speed, constantly destroying and reshaping, repeating the process.
Hongshan gritted his teeth, enduring the heart-wrenching pain with all his might. His eyes flickered with a crazed light, filled with endless rage and murderous intent…
Feeling the violent Bloodline Power within Hongshan's body and seeing his painful appearance, Hong Shuang's expression changed again and again.
“Old Ancestor! Is my brother alright!” Hong Shuang looked at the suffering Hongshan in the blood pool with a nervous expression and asked anxiously.
“He should be fine.” Wu Tian Demon Ancestor responded indifferently, “The two Bloodline Powers show signs of Fusion within his body, and the powers they contain are equally matched, which is why he is in such pain. If he can persevere and seize this Opportunity to merge the two Bloodline Powers, it will save him hundreds, or even thousands, of years of arduous Cultivation, allowing him to quickly cross a major Realm!”
A look of shock flashed in Wu Tian Demon Ancestor's eyes. He could feel the powerful and pure Bloodline Power within Hongshan's body. Such an Opportunity was incredibly precious for other Bloodline Cultivators. Once the two Bloodline Powers were successfully merged, his Cultivation would advance by leaps and bounds, achieving the status of a Devil Emperor or Demon Emperor without question.
“What if Hongshan can't hold on? Will his life be in danger?” Hong Shuang asked with concern, unable to conceal her worry.
“If he can't hold on…” Wu Tian Demon Ancestor glanced at Hong Shuang and responded coldly, “Such waste is a waste of life even if it lives!”
Although Wu Tian Demon Ancestor's words were cold and heartless, it was also a fact. The life of a Cultivator is a continuous pursuit of powerful strength and higher Realms. If one cannot persevere, cannot endure pain and hardship, then such a person is destined to be unable to establish themselves in the Cultivation world.
Hong Shuang silently accepted this fact, staring nervously at Hongshan in the blood pool, cheering him on frantically in her heart, silently praying that Hongshan would persevere.
Time passed bit by bit. The Immortal Cave remained so quiet that only the sound of the sea breeze and the faint gurgling of the blood pool could be heard. Hongshan's painful expression gradually became somewhat distorted, but he was still trying his best to endure the pain.
All the Demon Venerables also nervously observed the changes in the blood pool, watching Hongshan's state, confirming whether they could witness the birth of a top-tier expert.
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Wanxing Island, Li's Treasure Pavilion.
As the Spirit Appraiser of the Treasure Firm, Li Mu was currently entertaining a Soul Transformation Cultivator, appraising a Spirit Treasure for him. This Soul Transformation Cultivator had a piece of raw Ore that was suspected to contain high-grade spiritual materials and needed to be confirmed.
“Senior, this spiritual Ore of yours is indeed a raw Ore containing fifth-rank Blue Gem Cold Crystal.” Li Mu said with a smile, “Moreover, the purity and quality are quite good. If you try with your Divine Thought, isn't there a faint chill accompanying it? This is precisely the characteristic of fifth-rank Blue Gem Cold Crystal.”
Upon hearing this, the Soul Transformation Cultivator immediately infused his Divine Thought into the spiritual Ore and felt a faint chill accompany his Divine Thought. If Li Mu hadn't warned him beforehand, it would have been easily overlooked.
The Soul Transformation Cultivator was immediately overjoyed and exclaimed, “Haha, it is indeed so! It truly lives up to its name as a fifth-rank spiritual Ore!”
“This piece of raw Ore can probably refine about five qian of Cold Crystal!” Li Mu returned the gray Ore with a blue glow to the Soul Transformation Cultivator opposite him and said with a smile, “Senior, this spiritual Ore is of good quality. If you have more, this firm is willing to purchase it at a high price.”
“Haha! I knew this item was extraordinary, so I specially dug a piece back. I didn't expect that I actually guessed correctly.” The Soul Transformation Cultivator was overjoyed and happily gave Li Mu a thumbs-up, praising him, “Master Li, you truly have discerning eyes! You can see its true nature at a glance. When I went to other treasure pavilions and spiritual shops, other Spirit Appraisers couldn't figure it out!”
“Senior, you flatter me! The obvious characteristic of Blue Gem Cold Crystal is just this one. Before it is refined, it doesn't show too many miraculous qualities, so many Spirit Appraisers tend to overlook this point.” Li Mu smiled and replied.
The Soul Transformation Cultivator nodded, very satisfied with the service and professionalism of Li's Treasure Pavilion.
The two continued to chat for a while, discussing digging more Ore for future transactions, and then the Soul Transformation Cultivator left.
Li Mu smiled as he saw the person off, and was about to call Little White to usher in the next guest, when suddenly, the spirit control treasure bracelet on his wrist vibrated, and the next moment, a white light flashed, and a small, delicate, white figure appeared out of thin air.
“Chirp chirp!”
Little White floated in front of Li Mu, its large eyes looking at Li Mu, its face still hazy with the blur of just waking up.
“Little White, you're finally awake! You've slept for quite a long time!” Li Mu was overjoyed and reached out to pull Little White into his embrace.
Ever since the last fierce battle with Blood Nether Demon Ancestor and Yin Jiong Demon Ancestor, Little White had displayed great Divine Might, swallowing the hundreds of Ghost Kings, thousands of Ghost Generals, and tens of thousands of Ghost Soldiers that Yin Jiong Demon Ancestor summoned from the Yellow Springs Law Domain, after which it had fallen into a deep slumber.
This sleep lasted for nearly ten years, which scared Li Mu greatly. During this period, he took it out of the spirit control treasure bracelet countless times to observe its state.
Fortunately, Little White had only fallen into a deep slumber to digest the massive Yin Power of the Ghost Army and had no other problems, which finally put Li Mu at ease.
“Chirp chirp!”
Little White felt Li Mu's strong emotions and was a little confused. It struggled to get out of Li Mu's embrace. It had only slept, what was wrong with its master!
Li Mu held Little White in his hand, placing it in front of him to examine it carefully.
Under the Talent Divine Power - Identify Myriad Spirits, Li Mu saw Little White's current state.
【Phantom Gu Spirit Insect】
【Rank: Sixth-rank Gu Insect】
【Characteristics: Soul Devourer, Acquired Gu Spirit, Soul Absorption, Golden Blood Jade Skin, Myriad Incarnations, Phantom Spirit Feather.】
【Status: Soul Power abundant, excellent condition】
【A fifth-rank Gu Spirit Insect born from Thousand Plunder Spirit, absorbed a large amount of Blood God Gu essence blood, experienced a leap in life form, absorbed a large amount of Divine Soul, broke through its limits by advancing a Realm, and is a Phantom Gu Spirit Insect that successfully passed the Lightning Tribulation. It is immune to swords and difficult to destroy by souls. It is the bane of Yin Soul type life forms, skilled in Phantom Soul type Cultivation Techniques, lives on souls, absorbs massive Yin Soul Power, grows rapidly, and triggered a chance for advancement.】
After reading Little White's status information, Li Mu immediately breathed a sigh of relief. This long period of sleep did not have a negative impact on it; instead, it seemed to have triggered an Opportunity for further advancement!
Li Mu frowned. Having witnessed the terror of the Seven-rank True Spirit Thunder Tribulation, the chance of Little White, a creature specializing in countering Yin soul insects, successfully Undergoing Tribulation was probably very slim.
If possible, Li Mu didn't want Little White to continue advancing. Its current abilities, maintained at the sixth-rank state, were already a very good help.
“Chirp chirp!”
Little White chirped at Li Mu carelessly, opened its small mouth, and gestured.
“Little glutton, you just woke up and you're already hungry! You'll probably go back to sleep after you're full, right!”
Looking at Little White's cute, begging-for-food appearance, Li Mu found it both amusing and exasperating. He reached out and stroked its head, questioning it.
“Chirp chirp!”
Hearing this, Little White looked at Li Mu with a wronged expression, somewhat confused as to why its master was angry.
“You've slept too long this time. I was worried something might happen to you. I've already prepared your food!”
Li Mu explained to Little White, then took out several soul gathering bottles from the nine storage spiritual pearl, suspended them in the air, and displayed them with a smile: “These are all prepared for you. You can only pick one to eat, don't overeat all at once, understand?”
Little White's eyes lit up. With a “plop,” it jumped from Li Mu's hand and landed on one of the soul gathering bottles, biting the stopper, trying to open it itself.
Looking at the soul gathering bottle Little White chose, Li Mu was slightly startled. It couldn't be a coincidence. Little White had chosen Yin Jiong Demon Ancestor's Primordial Spirit.
“Good heavens, Void Refining Primordial Spirit, are you trying to get revenge for your deep slumber, or do you want to continue sleeping?”
Watching Little White excitedly opening the stopper of the soul gathering bottle, Li Mu didn't know what to say. He had already spoken, and it was not good to go back on his word now, so he put the other soul gathering bottles back into the nine storage spiritual pearl.
Little White's stomach seemed to be forever hungry, and he didn't know how its power to digest Soul Power was generated, always having such good digestive power for Yin souls.
With a “pop,” Little White successfully bit open the stopper of the soul gathering bottle.
Inside the soul gathering bottle, Yin Jiong Demon Ancestor's Primordial Spirit immediately rushed out of the bottle upon seeing this. He had been confined in the soul gathering bottle for nearly ten years, and at this moment, he was filled with resentment and anger. If he could escape with his life…
“Ah! What the hell is that!”
As soon as he escaped the mouth of the soul gathering bottle, what entered Yin Jiong Demon Ancestor's eyes was a terrifying small mouth, like an abyss, waiting for him to fall into its trap.
“Burp!”
Little White swallowed Yin Jiong Demon Ancestor's Void Refining Primordial Spirit in one gulp and let out a satisfied burp. (End of Chapter)
