Since Xiao Yufan had offered sincerely, Ye Kong didn’t refuse. He crossed his legs and began absorbing the medicinal power of the Tianzang Flower…
Since it was Xiao Yufan’s kind gesture, Ye Kong didn’t put on any airs and sat cross-legged, beginning to absorb the medicinal power of the Heavenly Burial Flower…
Xie Yuan and the others looked at Ye Kong with envy, their eyes burning with desire. If they could also obtain a petal of the Heavenly Burial Flower, they might very well step into the Xiantian realm, making this journey to the mysterious land truly worthwhile.
“I wonder if that woman has already consumed the Heavenly Burial Flower. In that mountain stream, she shouldn’t be disturbed by anyone, right?”
Watching Ye Kong’s ever-changing expression after consuming the Heavenly Burial Flower, Xiao Yufan couldn’t help but think of Hua Yun. When absorbing the medicinal power of the Heavenly Burial Flower, one’s defenses are at their weakest. Any external impact could easily cause severe damage.
Ye Kong was fearless because he and Cheng Ying had enough strength to protect him. But Hua Yun was different. Among the people of Hundred Flowers Island, she was the only one who had stepped into the Xiantian realm. While she absorbed the medicinal power of the Heavenly Burial Flower, no one could protect her.
Shaking his head, Xiao Yufan originally didn’t have much fondness for a woman who thought all men in the world were no good. He didn’t know why he was thinking about this icy woman…
As time passed, sweat began to seep from Ye Kong’s forehead and slowly trickled down. It was clear that he was enduring a tremendous impact at this moment.
“The path of cultivation is never smooth sailing. Only by enduring more pain can one hope to reach the peak…”
Murmuring to himself, Xiao Yufan did not intervene. If he had, he could have alleviated Ye Kong’s suffering, but that would have done him no good. There’s no such thing as a free lunch, a principle everyone understands.
Ye Kong’s talent was not weak. If he hadn’t been so greedy when he was on the verge of stepping into the Xiantian realm, he might have already achieved it by now.
This trial could be seen as a form of punishment, though the cost of this punishment was too damn high—a petal of the Heavenly Burial Flower. Even now, Xiao Yufan still felt a pang of regret…
Boom!
After an unknown amount of time, with a muffled groan, Xiao Yufan, who had been meditating, slowly opened his eyes. It seemed Ye Kong had succeeded.
The air currents in the surroundings slowly converged towards Ye Kong, and his aura suddenly surged. Under the pressure of this imposing aura, several peak Houtian realm experts involuntarily took two steps back.
“The Xiantian realm truly possesses an enviable aura and power…” Under everyone’s gaze, Ye Kong slowly stood up, his words filled with immense confidence.
He hadn’t expected the medicinal power of the Heavenly Burial Flower to be so overwhelming. Initially, he thought that even with a petal of the Heavenly Burial Flower, he wouldn’t be able to break through to the Xiantian realm in one go. But the outcome far exceeded his expectations.
Although the pain he endured made him somewhat fearful, compared to the strength of the Xiantian realm, enduring such pain was worth it.
“Congratulations, Brother Ye, on stepping into the Xiantian realm. Our team has gained another Xiantian expert!”
A smile appeared on Xiao Yufan’s face. With Ye Kong entering the Xiantian realm, the overall strength of the team had significantly increased. How could he not be excited? After all, in this mysterious land, every bit of strength added to their chances of survival.
“I must thank Brother Xiao for his generous assistance. Without the petal of the Heavenly Burial Flower, I don’t know how many more months it would have taken for me to truly experience the power of this realm.”
Having stepped into the Xiantian realm, Ye Kong’s mindset underwent a significant change. His previous resentment towards Xiao Yufan had faded. Now, he only knew that without Xiao Yufan’s magnanimous gift of the Heavenly Burial Flower, he wouldn’t have been able to feel the power of the Xiantian realm so quickly.
“Since Brother Ye chose to stay, this is what you deserved.”
Ye Kong’s transformation was clearly noticed by Xiao Yufan, who couldn’t help but feel a surge of joy. It was evident that his goal had been achieved.
“I was being a bit narrow-minded. Brother Xiao has repaid my hostility with kindness. I, Ye Kong, am determined to be your friend!”
Glancing at the elegant and refined beauty, Ye Kong’s heart was completely unburdened. His affection for Cheng Ying had been nothing more than unrequited love. Now, it seemed that such an outstanding woman could only be matched by the man before him.
“To befriend a young expert from the Qingling Temple, should I consider myself lucky?”
With a playful smile on his lips, Xiao Yufan’s heart was filled with joy. Ye Kong’s reaction was beyond his expectations. After stepping into the Xiantian realm, even his mindset had undergone such a significant transformation.
“Ying’er’s status in the Qingling Temple is several levels above mine. Are you still concerned about my identity?”
The corner of Ye Kong’s mouth twitched slightly as he shrugged helplessly. He knew that Xiao Yufan’s words were just a way to ease the awkward atmosphere between them.
“How could it be the same?” Xiao Yufan chuckled, touching the bridge of his nose. This guy was as straightforward as ever.
“Let’s not talk about that. Brother Xiao, would you be interested in letting me test my skills?”
Licking his upper lip, Ye Kong’s eyes burned with intensity once more. Previously, he had lost to Xiao Yufan, and that had left a psychological barrier. Now that he had entered the Xiantian realm, his confidence had skyrocketed.
“Since you want to test my strength, how could I refuse?”
Xiao Yufan’s eyes narrowed slightly as he smiled mischievously. Seeing this trademark smile, Ye Kong felt a sudden chill run down his spine.
Hearing their conversation, the others immediately became excited. A duel between Xiantian realm experts was something they had never even seen at the Ancient Martial Arts Conference.
“Who do you think has the upper hand, Captain Xiao or Brother Ye?” someone standing next to Xie Yuan asked after the two had taken their stances.
“Don’t tell me you know me if you’re going to ask such a stupid question. You should be asking how many moves Brother Ye can last against Captain Xiao…”
Xie Yuan looked at the guy beside him as if he were an idiot. Xiao Yufan’s strength was like a deep abyss, unfathomable to anyone. Ye Kong had just stepped into the Xiantian realm—how could he possibly be a match for him?
“Got it, got it. So how many moves do you think Brother Ye can last?”
The man quickly changed his tone, a flattering smile appearing on his face. Xie Yuan was right—Captain Xiao was so formidable that this fight would likely be one-sided.
“At most, ten moves!” Xie Yuan said with an air of authority, causing the others’ eyes to nearly pop out of their sockets. Was he really that strong to the point of having no rivals?
“I wonder if that woman has already consumed the Tianzang Flower. Hopefully, nobody disturbed her by the stream!”
Seeing Ye Kong’s expression constantly shifting after ingesting the Tianzang Flower, Xiao Yufan couldn’t help but think of Hua Yun. During the absorption of the Tianzang Flower’s power, one’s defenses were at their weakest. Any external disturbance could easily lead to serious injury.
Since it was Xiao Yufan’s kind gesture, Ye Kong didn’t put on any airs. He sat cross-legged and began to absorb the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower…
Xie Yuan and the others looked at Ye Kong with envy, their eyes burning with desire. If they could also obtain a petal of the Sky Burial Flower, they might very well step into the Xiantian realm, making this journey to the mysterious land truly worthwhile.
“I wonder if that woman has already consumed the Sky Burial Flower. In that mountain stream, there shouldn’t be anyone to disturb her, right?”
Watching Ye Kong’s constantly changing expression after consuming the Sky Burial Flower, Xiao Yufan couldn’t help but think of Hua Yun. When absorbing the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower, one’s defenses are at their weakest. Any external impact could easily cause severe damage.
Ye Kong was fearless because he and Cheng Ying had enough strength to protect him. But Hua Yun was different. Among the people of Hundred Flowers Island, she was the only one who had stepped into the Xiantian realm. While she was absorbing the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower, there was no one to protect her.
Shaking his head, Xiao Yufan originally didn’t have much fondness for such a woman who viewed all men in the world as no good. He didn’t know why he thought of this icy woman…
As time passed, sweat slowly dripped from Ye Kong’s forehead. It was clear that he was enduring a tremendous impact at this moment.
“The path of cultivation is never smooth sailing. Only by enduring more pain can one hope to reach the peak…”
Murmuring to himself, Xiao Yufan didn’t intervene. If he did, he could certainly alleviate Ye Kong’s suffering, but that would do him no good. There’s no such thing as a free lunch, a principle everyone understands.
Ye Kong’s talent was not weak. If he hadn’t been so greedy when he was on the verge of stepping into the Xiantian realm, he might have already achieved it by now.
This trial could be seen as a punishment, but the cost of this punishment was too damn high—a petal of the Sky Burial Flower. Even now, Xiao Yufan still felt a pang of regret…
Boom!
After an unknown amount of time, with a muffled groan, Xiao Yufan, who had been meditating, slowly opened his eyes. It seemed Ye Kong had succeeded.
The air currents in the surroundings slowly converged towards Ye Kong, and his aura suddenly surged. Under the pressure of his newfound power, several experts at the peak of the Houtian realm involuntarily took two steps back.
“The Xiantian realm truly possesses an enviable aura and strength…” Under everyone’s gaze, Ye Kong slowly stood up, his words filled with immense confidence.
He hadn’t expected the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower to be so overwhelming. He had thought that even with a petal of the Sky Burial Flower, he wouldn’t be able to break through to the Xiantian realm in one go. But the outcome far exceeded his expectations.
Although the pain he endured made him somewhat fearful, compared to the power of the Xiantian realm, any amount of suffering was worth it.
“Congratulations, Brother Ye, on stepping into the Xiantian realm. Our team has gained another Xiantian expert!”
A smile appeared on Xiao Yufan’s face. With Ye Kong stepping into the Xiantian realm, the overall strength of the team had greatly increased. How could he not be excited? After all, in this mysterious land, every bit of strength added to their chances of survival.
“I must thank Brother Xiao for your generous assistance. Without the petal of the Sky Burial Flower, I don’t know how many more months it would have taken for me to truly experience the power of this realm.”
Having stepped into the Xiantian realm, Ye Kong’s mindset had undergone a significant change. His previous resentment towards Xiao Yufan had faded. Now, he only knew that without Xiao Yufan’s magnanimity in giving him the Sky Burial Flower, he wouldn’t have been able to feel the power of the Xiantian realm so quickly.
“Since Brother Ye chose to stay, this is what you deserved.”
Ye Kong’s transformation was clearly noticed by Xiao Yufan, who couldn’t help but feel a surge of joy. It was evident that his goal had been achieved.
“I was being a bit narrow-minded. Brother Xiao has repaid my hostility with kindness. This friendship, I, Ye Kong, am determined to forge!”
Glancing at the elegant and refined beauty, Ye Kong’s heart was completely unburdened. His affection for Cheng Ying had been nothing more than unrequited love. Now, it seemed that such an outstanding woman could only be matched by the man before him.
“To befriend a young expert from the Qingling Temple, should I consider myself lucky?”
With a playful smile on his lips, Xiao Yufan’s heart was filled with joy. Ye Kong’s reaction was beyond his expectations. He hadn’t anticipated such a significant change in Ye Kong’s mindset after stepping into the Xiantian realm.
“Ying’er’s status in the Qingling Temple is several levels above mine. Do you still care about my identity?”
The corner of Ye Kong’s mouth twitched as he shrugged helplessly. He knew that Xiao Yufan’s words were just to ease the awkwardness between them.
“How can that be the same?” Xiao Yufan chuckled, touching the bridge of his nose. This guy’s straightforwardness was still the same as ever.
“Let’s not talk about that. Brother Xiao, would you be interested in letting me test my skills?”
Licking his upper lip, Ye Kong’s eyes burned with intensity once more. Previously, he had lost to Xiao Yufan, and that had left a lingering barrier in his heart. Now that he had entered the Xiantian realm, his confidence had soared.
“Since you want to test my strength, how could I refuse?”
With a sly smile, Xiao Yufan narrowed his eyes. Seeing this trademark grin, Ye Kong felt a sudden chill run down his spine.
Hearing their conversation, the others immediately became interested. A duel between Xiantian realm experts was something they had never even witnessed at the Ancient Martial Arts Conference.
“Who do you think has the upper hand, Captain Xiao or Brother Ye?” After the two took their stances, someone standing next to Xie Yuan asked.
“Don’t tell me you know me, asking such a stupid question. You should be asking how many moves Brother Ye can last against Captain Xiao…”
Xie Yuan looked at the guy beside him as if he were an idiot. Xiao Yufan’s strength was like a deep pool, unfathomable to anyone. Ye Kong had just stepped into the Xiantian realm; how could he possibly be a match for him?
“Got it, got it. So how many moves do you think Brother Ye can last?”
The man quickly changed his tone, wearing a flattering smile. Xie Yuan was right; Captain Xiao was so formidable that this duel would likely be one-sided.
“At most ten moves!” Xie Yuan said with an air of authority, causing the others’ eyes to nearly pop out. Was he really that strong to the point of having no rivals?
Shaking his head, Xiao Yufan wasn’t particularly fond of that woman who seemed to distrust all men. Yet he couldn’t understand why she kept popping into his mind…
As time passed, sweat began to bead on Ye Kong’s forehead, slowly trickling down. It was clear he was enduring intense internal pressure.
“The path of cultivation has never been smooth. Only through great suffering can one hope to reach the peak…”
Muttering softly to himself, Xiao Yufan made no move to intervene. He could certainly ease Ye Kong’s pain if he wanted, but doing so would bring no benefit. Nothing in this world comes for free—everyone understands this.
Since it was Xiao Yufan’s kind gesture, Ye Kong didn’t put on any airs. He sat cross-legged and began to absorb the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower…
Xie Yuan and the others looked at Ye Kong with envy, their eyes burning with desire. If they could also obtain a petal of the Sky Burial Flower, they might very well step into the Innate Realm, making this mysterious journey truly worthwhile.
“I wonder if that woman has already consumed the Sky Burial Flower. In that mountain stream, she shouldn’t be disturbed by anyone, right?”
Watching Ye Kong’s ever-changing expression after consuming the Sky Burial Flower, Xiao Yufan couldn’t help but think of Hua Yun. When absorbing the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower, one’s defenses are at their weakest. Any external impact could easily cause severe damage.
Ye Kong’s lack of concern was because he and Cheng Ying had enough strength to protect him. But Hua Yun was different. Among the people of Hundred Flowers Island, she was the only one who had stepped into the Innate Realm. While she was absorbing the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower, no one could protect her.
Shaking his head, Xiao Yufan originally didn’t have much fondness for a woman who viewed all men in the world as no good. He didn’t know why he was thinking about this icy woman…
As time passed, sweat began to seep from Ye Kong’s forehead and slowly trickled down. It was clear that he was enduring a tremendous impact at this moment.
“The path of cultivation is never smooth sailing. Only by enduring more pain can one hope to reach the pinnacle…”
Murmuring to himself, Xiao Yufan did not intervene. If he had, he could have alleviated Ye Kong’s suffering, but that would have done him no good. There’s no such thing as a free lunch, a principle everyone understands.
Ye Kong’s talent was never weak. If he hadn’t been so greedy when he was on the verge of stepping into the Half-Step Innate Realm, he might have already entered the Innate Realm by now.
This trial could be seen as a punishment, but the cost of this punishment was too damn high—a petal of the Sky Burial Flower. Even now, Xiao Yufan still felt a pang of regret when he thought about it…
Boom!
After an unknown amount of time, with a muffled groan, Xiao Yufan, who had been resting with his eyes closed, slowly opened them. It seemed Ye Kong had succeeded.
The air currents in the surroundings slowly converged towards Ye Kong, and his aura suddenly surged. Under the pressure of his imposing presence, several peak Houtian Realm experts involuntarily took two steps back.
“The Innate Realm truly possesses an enviable aura and power…” Under everyone’s gaze, Ye Kong slowly stood up, his words brimming with confidence.
He hadn’t expected the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower to be so overwhelming. Originally, he thought that even with a petal of the Sky Burial Flower, he wouldn’t be able to break through to the Innate Realm in one go. But the outcome far exceeded his expectations.
Although the pain he endured left him somewhat fearful, compared to the strength of the Innate Realm, enduring such suffering was worth it.
“Congratulations, Brother Ye, on stepping into the Innate Realm. Our team has gained another Innate expert!”
A smile appeared on Xiao Yufan’s face. With Ye Kong entering the Innate Realm, the overall strength of the team had greatly increased. How could he not be excited? After all, in this mysterious place, every bit of strength added to their chances of survival.
“I must thank Brother Xiao for his generous assistance. Without the petal of the Sky Burial Flower, I don’t know how many more months it would have taken for me to truly experience the power of this realm.”
Upon entering the Innate Realm, Ye Kong’s temperament underwent a significant change. His previous resentment towards Xiao Yufan had faded. Now, he only knew that without Xiao Yufan’s magnanimous gift of the Sky Burial Flower, he wouldn’t have been able to feel the power of the Innate Realm so quickly.
“Since Brother Ye chose to stay, this is what you deserved.”
Ye Kong’s transformation was clearly noticed by Xiao Yufan, who couldn’t help but feel a surge of joy. It was evident that his goal had been achieved.
“I was being a bit petty. Brother Xiao repaid my hostility with kindness. This friendship, I, Ye Kong, am determined to forge!”
Glancing at the elegant and refined beauty, Ye Kong’s heart was completely unburdened. His affection for Cheng Ying had been nothing more than unrequited love. Now, it seemed that such an outstanding woman could only be matched by the man before him.
“To befriend a young expert from the Qingling Temple, should I consider myself lucky?”
With a playful smile on his lips, Xiao Yufan’s heart was filled with joy. Ye Kong’s reaction was beyond his expectations. He hadn’t anticipated such a significant change in Ye Kong’s temperament after entering the Innate Realm.
“Ying’er’s status in the Qingling Temple is several levels above mine. Do you still care about my identity?”
The corner of Ye Kong’s mouth twitched slightly as he shrugged helplessly. He knew that Xiao Yufan’s words were merely to ease the awkward atmosphere between them.
“How could it be the same?” Xiao Yufan chuckled, rubbing the bridge of his nose. This guy’s straightforwardness was as consistent as ever.
“Let’s not talk about that. Brother Xiao, would you be interested in letting me test my skills?”
Licking his upper lip, Ye Kong’s eyes burned with intensity once more. Previously, losing to Xiao Yufan had left a mental barrier in his heart. Now that he had entered the Innate Realm, his confidence had skyrocketed.
“Since you want to test my strength, how could I refuse?”
Narrowing his eyes slightly, Xiao Yufan smiled mischievously. Seeing this signature smile, Ye Kong felt a sudden chill run down his spine.
Hearing their conversation, the others immediately became intrigued. A duel between Innate Realm experts was something they had never even witnessed at the Ancient Martial Arts Conference.
“Who do you think has the upper hand, Captain Xiao or Brother Ye?” someone standing next to Xie Yuan asked after the two had taken their stances.
“Don’t tell me you know me if you’re asking such a stupid question. You should be asking how many moves Brother Ye can last against Captain Xiao…”
Xie Yuan looked at the guy beside him as if he were an idiot. Xiao Yufan’s strength was as deep as an abyss, unfathomable to anyone. Ye Kong had just entered the Innate Realm; how could he possibly be a match for him?
“Got it, got it. So, how many moves do you think Brother Ye can last?”
The man quickly changed his tone, wearing a flattering smile. Xie Yuan was right; Captain Xiao was so formidable that this fight would likely be one-sided.
“At most, ten moves!” Xie Yuan said with an air of authority, causing the others’ eyes to nearly pop out of their sockets. Was he really that strong to the point of having no rivals?
This trial could be seen as a kind of punishment, though the price was damn high—a single petal of the Tianzang Flower! Even now, Xiao Yufan couldn’t help but feel a pang of regret…
Boom!
Who knew how much time had passed when a low groan echoed. Xiao Yufan, who had been meditating with his eyes closed, slowly opened them. It seemed Ye Kong had succeeded.
Since it was Xiao Yufan’s kind gesture, Ye Kong didn’t put on any airs. He sat cross-legged and began absorbing the medicinal power of the Heaven Burial Flower…
Xie Yuan and the others looked at Ye Kong with envy, their eyes burning with desire. If they could also obtain a petal of the Heaven Burial Flower, they might very well step into the Xiantian realm, making this journey to the mysterious land truly worthwhile.
“I wonder if that woman has already consumed the Heaven Burial Flower. In that mountain stream, there shouldn’t be anyone to disturb her, right?”
Watching Ye Kong’s ever-changing expression after consuming the Heaven Burial Flower, Xiao Yufan couldn’t help but think of Hua Yun. When absorbing the medicinal power of the Heaven Burial Flower, one’s defenses are at their weakest. Any external impact could easily cause severe damage.
Ye Kong was so carefree because he and Cheng Ying had enough strength to protect him. But Hua Yun was different. Among the people of Hundred Flowers Island, she was the only one who had stepped into the Xiantian realm. When she was absorbing the medicinal power of the Heaven Burial Flower, there was no one to protect her.
Shaking his head, Xiao Yufan originally didn’t have much fondness for a woman who thought all men in the world were no good. He didn’t know why he was thinking about this icy woman…
As time passed, sweat slowly dripped from Ye Kong’s forehead. It was clear that he was enduring a tremendous impact at this moment.
“The path of cultivation is never smooth sailing. Only by enduring more pain can one hope to reach the peak…”
Murmuring to himself, Xiao Yufan didn’t intervene. If he did, he could certainly alleviate Ye Kong’s pain, but that wouldn’t do Ye Kong any good. There’s no such thing as a free lunch, a principle everyone understands.
Ye Kong’s talent was never weak. If he hadn’t been so greedy when he was on the verge of stepping into the Xiantian realm, he might have already achieved it by now.
This trial could be seen as a punishment, but the cost of this punishment was too damn high—a petal of the Heaven Burial Flower. Even now, Xiao Yufan still felt a pang of regret…
Boom!
After an unknown amount of time, with a muffled groan, Xiao Yufan, who had been resting with his eyes closed, slowly opened them. It seemed Ye Kong had succeeded.
The air currents in the surroundings slowly converged towards Ye Kong, and his aura suddenly surged. Under the pressure of this aura, several experts at the peak of the Houtian realm actually took two steps back.
“The Xiantian realm truly possesses an enviable aura and power…” Under everyone’s gaze, Ye Kong slowly stood up, his voice filled with immense confidence.
He hadn’t expected the medicinal power of the Heaven Burial Flower to be so overwhelming. He had thought that even with a petal of the Heaven Burial Flower, he wouldn’t be able to break through to the Xiantian realm in one go. But the outcome far exceeded his expectations.
Although the pain he endured made him somewhat fearful, compared to the power of the Xiantian realm, enduring any amount of pain was worth it.
“Congratulations, Brother Ye, on stepping into the Xiantian realm. Our team has gained another Xiantian expert!”
A smile appeared on Xiao Yufan’s face. With Ye Kong stepping into the Xiantian realm, the overall strength of the team had greatly increased. How could he not be excited? After all, in this mysterious land, every bit of strength added to their chances of survival.
“I must thank Brother Xiao for his generous assistance. Without the petal of the Heaven Burial Flower, I don’t know how many more months it would have taken for me to truly experience the power of this realm.”
After stepping into the Xiantian realm, Ye Kong’s mindset underwent a significant change. His previous resentment towards Xiao Yufan had faded. Now, he only knew that without Xiao Yufan’s magnanimity in giving him the Heaven Burial Flower, he wouldn’t have been able to feel the power of the Xiantian realm so quickly.
“Since Brother Ye chose to stay, this is what you deserve.”
Ye Kong’s transformation was clearly noticed by Xiao Yufan, who couldn’t help but feel a surge of joy. It was evident that his goal had been achieved.
“I guess I was being a bit petty. Brother Xiao has repaid my hostility with kindness. This friendship, I, Ye Kong, am determined to forge.”
Glancing at the elegant and refined beauty, Ye Kong’s heart finally opened up completely. His affection for Cheng Ying had been nothing more than unrequited love. Now, it seemed that such an outstanding woman could only be matched by the man before him.
“To be able to make friends with a young expert from the Qingling Temple, should I consider myself lucky?”
With a playful smile on his lips, Xiao Yufan’s heart was filled with joy. Ye Kong’s reaction was beyond his expectations. He hadn’t anticipated such a significant change in Ye Kong’s mindset after stepping into the Xiantian realm.
“Ying’er’s status in the Qingling Temple is several levels above mine. Are you still concerned about my identity?”
With a twitch of his lips, Ye Kong shrugged helplessly. He knew that Xiao Yufan’s words were just to ease the awkward atmosphere between them.
“How could that be the same?” Rubbing the bridge of his nose, Xiao Yufan laughed. This guy’s straightforwardness was still as consistent as ever.
“Let’s not talk about that. Brother Xiao, would you be interested in letting me test my skills?”
Licking his upper lip, Ye Kong’s eyes burned with intensity once more. Previously, losing to Xiao Yufan had left a psychological barrier in his heart. Now that he had entered the Xiantian realm, his confidence had skyrocketed.
“Since you want to test my strength, how could I possibly refuse?”
Narrowing his eyes, Xiao Yufan smiled mischievously. Seeing this trademark smile, Ye Kong felt a sudden chill run down his spine.
Hearing their conversation, the others immediately became interested. A duel between Xiantian realm experts was something they had never even seen at the Ancient Martial Arts Conference.
“Who do you think has the upper hand, Captain Xiao or Brother Ye?” After the two had taken their stances, someone standing next to Xie Yuan asked.
“Don’t tell me you know me. Asking such a stupid question. You should be asking how many moves Brother Ye can last against Captain Xiao…”
Xie Yuan looked at the guy beside him as if he were an idiot. Xiao Yufan’s strength was like a deep pool, unfathomable to anyone. Ye Kong had just stepped into the Xiantian realm; how could he possibly be a match for him?
“Got it, got it. So how many moves do you think Brother Ye can last?”
Instantly putting on a fawning smile, the guy quickly changed his tune. Xie Yuan was right; Captain Xiao was so formidable that this match would likely be one-sided.
“At most ten moves!” Xie Yuan said with an air of authority, causing the others’ eyes to nearly pop out. Was he really that strong to the point of having no rivals?
Since it was Xiao Yufan’s kind gesture, Ye Kong didn’t put on airs either. He sat cross-legged and began to absorb the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower…
Xie Yuan and the others looked at Ye Kong with envy, their eyes filled with a burning desire. If they could also obtain a petal of the Sky Burial Flower, they might very well step into the innate realm, making this mysterious journey worthwhile.
“I wonder if that woman has already consumed the Sky Burial Flower. In that mountain stream, there shouldn’t be anyone to disturb her, right?”
Watching Ye Kong’s ever-changing expression after consuming the Sky Burial Flower, Xiao Yufan couldn’t help but think of Hua Yun. When absorbing the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower, one’s defenses are at their weakest. Any external impact could easily cause severe damage.
Ye Kong was so carefree because he and Cheng Ying had enough strength to protect him. But Hua Yun was different. Among the people of Hundred Flowers Island, she was the only one who had stepped into the innate realm. This meant that when she was absorbing the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower, there was no one to protect her.
Shaking his head, Xiao Yufan originally didn’t have much fondness for a woman who thought all men in the world were no good. He didn’t know why he thought of this icy woman…
As time passed, the sweat on Ye Kong’s forehead slowly dripped down. It was clear that he was enduring a strong impact at this moment!
“The path of cultivation was never meant to be smooth sailing. Only by enduring more pain can one hope to reach the peak…”
Murmuring to himself, Xiao Yufan did not intervene. If he did, he could certainly alleviate Ye Kong’s pain, but that would do him no good. There’s no such thing as a free lunch, a principle everyone understands.
Ye Kong’s talent was not weak to begin with. If he hadn’t been so greedy when he was on the verge of stepping into the innate realm, he might have already entered it by now.
This trial could be considered a punishment, but the cost of this punishment was too damn high—a petal of the Sky Burial Flower. Even now, Xiao Yufan still felt a pang of regret thinking about it…
Boom!
After an unknown period of time, with a muffled groan, Xiao Yufan, who had been resting with his eyes closed, slowly opened them. It seemed Ye Kong had succeeded.
The air currents in the atmosphere slowly converged towards Ye Kong, and his aura suddenly surged. Under the pressure of this aura, several experts at the peak of the acquired realm simultaneously took two steps back.
“The innate realm truly possesses an enviable aura and strength…” Under everyone’s gaze, Ye Kong slowly stood up, his words filled with strong confidence.
He hadn’t expected the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower to be so overwhelming. He had thought that even with a petal of the Sky Burial Flower, he couldn’t possibly break through to the innate realm in one go. But the outcome far exceeded his expectations.
Although the pain he endured made him somewhat fearful, compared to the strength of the innate realm, enduring any amount of pain was worth it.
“Congratulations, Brother Ye, on stepping into the innate realm. Our team has gained another innate expert!”
A smile appeared on Xiao Yufan’s face. With Ye Kong stepping into the innate realm, the overall strength of the team had greatly increased. How could he not be excited? After all, in this mysterious place, every bit of strength increases the chance of survival.
“I must thank Brother Xiao for your generous assistance. Without the petal of the Sky Burial Flower, I don’t know how many more months it would have taken for me to truly experience the strength of this realm!”
Upon stepping into the innate realm, Ye Kong’s mindset underwent a significant change. His previous resentment towards Xiao Yufan had faded. Now, he only knew that without Xiao Yufan’s magnanimous gift of the Sky Burial Flower, he wouldn’t have felt the strength of the innate realm so quickly.
“Since Brother Ye chose to stay, this is what you deserve!”
Ye Kong’s transformation was clearly seen by Xiao Yufan, who couldn’t help but feel a surge of joy. It was evident that his goal had been achieved.
“I was a bit narrow-minded. Brother Xiao has repaid my resentment with kindness. This friend, I, Ye Kong, have made up my mind to befriend!”
Glancing at the elegant and refined beauty, Ye Kong’s heart was completely unburdened. His affection for Cheng Ying had merely been unrequited love. Now, it seemed that such an outstanding woman could only be matched by the man before him.
“To befriend a young expert from the Qingling Temple, should I consider myself lucky…”
With a playful smile on his lips, Xiao Yufan’s heart was filled with joy. Ye Kong’s reaction was beyond his expectations. He hadn’t anticipated such a significant change in Ye Kong’s mindset after stepping into the innate realm.
“Ying’er’s status in the Qingling Temple is several levels higher than mine. Are you still concerned about my identity?”
With a twitch of his mouth, Ye Kong shrugged helplessly. He knew that Xiao Yufan’s words were just to ease the awkward atmosphere between them.
“How can that be the same!” Rubbing the bridge of his nose, Xiao Yufan laughed. This guy’s words were as straightforward as ever.
“Let’s not talk about that. Brother Xiao, would you be interested in letting me test my skills?”
Licking his upper lip, Ye Kong’s eyes burned with intensity. Previously, he had lost to Xiao Yufan, and there was still a hurdle in his heart. Now that he had entered the innate realm, his confidence had surged.
“Since you want to test my strength, how could I refuse…”
With a sly smile, Xiao Yufan narrowed his eyes. Seeing this signature smile, Ye Kong felt a sudden chill run down his back.
Hearing their conversation, the others immediately became interested. A duel between innate realm experts was something they had never even seen at the ancient martial arts conference.
“Who do you think has the upper hand, Captain Xiao or Brother Ye?” After the two took their stances, someone standing next to Xie Yuan asked.
“Don’t say you know me, asking such a dumb question. You should be asking how many moves Brother Ye can last against Captain Xiao…”
Xie Yuan looked at the guy beside him as if he were an idiot. Xiao Yufan’s strength was like a deep pool, unfathomable to anyone. Ye Kong had just stepped into the innate realm; how could he possibly be a match for him?
“Got it, got it. So, how many moves do you think Brother Ye can last?”
With a flattering smile, the guy quickly changed his tune. Xie Yuan was right; Captain Xiao was so formidable that this match would likely be one-sided.
“At most ten moves!” Xie Yuan said with an air of authority, causing the others’ eyes to nearly pop out. Was he really that strong to the point of having no rivals?
Since it was Xiao Yufan’s kind gesture, Ye Kong didn’t put on any airs. He sat cross-legged and began to absorb the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower…
Xie Yuan and the others looked at Ye Kong with envy, their eyes filled with a burning desire. If they could also obtain a petal of the Sky Burial Flower, they might very well step into the Innate Realm, making this journey to the mysterious land worthwhile.
“I wonder if that woman has already consumed the Sky Burial Flower. In that mountain stream, she shouldn’t be disturbed by anyone, right?”
Watching Ye Kong’s constantly changing expression after consuming the Sky Burial Flower, Xiao Yufan couldn’t help but think of Hua Yun. When absorbing the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower, one’s defenses are at their weakest. Any external disturbance could easily cause severe damage.
Ye Kong was so carefree because he and Cheng Ying had enough strength to protect him. But Hua Yun was different. Among the people of Hundred Flowers Island, she was the only one who had stepped into the Innate Realm. This meant that while she was absorbing the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower, there was no one to protect her.
Shaking his head, Xiao Yufan originally didn’t have much fondness for a woman who viewed all men in the world as scoundrels. He didn’t know why he was thinking about this icy woman…
As time passed, the sweat on Ye Kong’s forehead slowly dripped down. It was clear that he was enduring a tremendous impact at this moment.
“The path of cultivation is never smooth sailing. Only by enduring more pain can one hope to reach the peak…”
Murmuring to himself, Xiao Yufan didn’t intervene. If he did, he could certainly alleviate Ye Kong’s suffering, but that wouldn’t do him any good. There’s no such thing as a free lunch, a principle everyone understands.
Ye Kong’s talent was never weak. If he hadn’t been so greedy when he was on the verge of stepping into the Innate Realm, he might have already achieved it by now.
This trial could be considered a punishment, but the cost of this punishment was too damn high—a petal of the Sky Burial Flower. Even now, Xiao Yufan still felt a pang of regret thinking about it…
Boom!
After an unknown amount of time, with a muffled groan, Xiao Yufan, who had been meditating, slowly opened his eyes. It seemed Ye Kong had succeeded.
The air currents in the surroundings slowly converged towards Ye Kong, and his aura suddenly surged. Under the pressure of this aura, several experts at the peak of the Postnatal Realm involuntarily took two steps back.
“The Innate Realm truly possesses an enviable aura and power…” Under everyone’s gaze, Ye Kong slowly stood up, his words filled with immense confidence.
He hadn’t expected the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower to be so overwhelming. Originally, he thought that even with a petal of the Sky Burial Flower, he wouldn’t be able to break through to the Innate Realm in one go. But the outcome far exceeded his expectations.
Although the pain he endured made him somewhat fearful, compared to the power of the Innate Realm, enduring any amount of pain was worth it.
“Congratulations, Brother Ye, on stepping into the Innate Realm. Our team now has another Innate expert!”
A smile appeared on Xiao Yufan’s face. With Ye Kong stepping into the Innate Realm, the overall strength of the team had significantly increased. How could he not be excited? After all, in this mysterious land, every bit of strength added to their chances of survival.
“I must thank Brother Xiao for his generous assistance. Without the petal of the Sky Burial Flower, I don’t know how many more months it would have taken for me to truly experience the power of this realm.”
Having stepped into the Innate Realm, Ye Kong’s mindset underwent a significant change. His previous resentment towards Xiao Yufan had faded. Now, he only knew that without Xiao Yufan’s magnanimous gift of the Sky Burial Flower, he wouldn’t have been able to experience the power of the Innate Realm so quickly.
“Since Brother Ye chose to stay, this is what you deserve.”
Ye Kong’s transformation was clearly seen by Xiao Yufan, and he couldn’t help but feel a surge of joy. It was evident that his goal had been achieved.
“I was being a bit petty. Brother Xiao has repaid my hostility with kindness. This friendship, I, Ye Kong, am determined to forge.”
Glancing at the elegant and refined beauty, Ye Kong’s heart was completely unburdened. His affection for Cheng Ying had merely been unrequited love. Now, it seemed that such an outstanding woman could only be matched by the man before him.
“To befriend a young expert from the Qingling Temple, should I consider myself lucky?”
With a playful smile on his lips, Xiao Yufan’s heart was filled with joy. Ye Kong’s reaction was beyond his expectations. He hadn’t anticipated that after stepping into the Innate Realm, Ye Kong’s mindset would undergo such a significant transformation.
“Ying’er’s status in the Qingling Temple is several levels above mine. Do you still care about my identity?”
The corner of his mouth twitched slightly, and Ye Kong shrugged helplessly. He knew that Xiao Yufan’s words were merely to ease the awkward atmosphere between them.
“How could that be the same?” Rubbing the bridge of his nose, Xiao Yufan chuckled. This guy’s straightforwardness remained unchanged.
“Let’s not talk about that. Brother Xiao, would you be interested in letting me test my skills?”
Licking his upper lip, Ye Kong’s eyes burned with intensity. Previously, he had lost to Xiao Yufan, and that had left a hurdle in his heart. Now that he had entered the Innate Realm, his confidence had surged.
“Since you want to test my strength, how could I refuse?”
Narrowing his eyes slightly, Xiao Yufan smiled mischievously. Seeing this signature smile, Ye Kong felt a sudden chill run down his spine.
Hearing their conversation, the others immediately became excited. A duel between experts of the Innate Realm was something they had never even witnessed at the Ancient Martial Arts Conference.
“Who do you think has the upper hand, Captain Xiao or Brother Ye?” After the two took their stances, someone standing next to Xie Yuan asked.
“Don’t say you know me, asking such a stupid question. You should be asking how many moves Brother Ye can last against Captain Xiao…”
Xie Yuan looked at the guy beside him as if he were an idiot. Xiao Yufan’s strength was like a deep abyss, unfathomable to anyone. Ye Kong had just stepped into the Innate Realm; how could he possibly be a match for him?
“Got it, got it. So how many moves do you think Brother Ye can last?”
Instantly putting on a fawning smile, the guy quickly changed his tone. Xie Yuan was right; Captain Xiao was so formidable that this match would likely be one-sided.
“At most ten moves!” Xie Yuan said with an air of authority, causing the others’ eyes to nearly pop out. Was he really that strong, to the point of having no rivals?
Since it was Xiao Yufan’s kind gesture, Ye Kong didn’t put on airs. He sat cross-legged and began to absorb the medicinal power of the Heavenly Burial Flower…
Xie Yuan and the others looked at Ye Kong with envy, their eyes burning with desire. If they could also obtain a petal of the Heavenly Burial Flower, they might very well step into the Innate Realm, making this mysterious journey truly worthwhile.
“I wonder if that woman has already consumed the Heavenly Burial Flower. In that mountain stream, she shouldn’t be disturbed by anyone, right?”
Watching Ye Kong’s ever-changing expression after consuming the Heavenly Burial Flower, Xiao Yufan couldn’t help but think of Hua Yun. When absorbing the medicinal power of the Heavenly Burial Flower, one’s defenses are at their weakest. Any external impact could easily cause severe damage.
Ye Kong was fearless because he and Cheng Ying had enough strength to protect him. But Hua Yun was different. Among the people of Hundred Flowers Island, she was the only one who had stepped into the Innate Realm. This meant that while she was absorbing the medicinal power of the Heavenly Burial Flower, no one could protect her.
Shaking his head, Xiao Yufan originally didn’t have much fondness for a woman who viewed all men in the world as scoundrels. He didn’t know why he was thinking about this icy woman…
As time slowly passed, the sweat on Ye Kong’s forehead gradually dripped down. It was clear that he was enduring a tremendous impact at this moment.
“The path of cultivation is never smooth sailing. Only by enduring more pain can one hope to reach the pinnacle…”
Murmuring to himself, Xiao Yufan didn’t intervene. If he did, he could certainly alleviate Ye Kong’s suffering, but that would do him no good. There’s no such thing as a free lunch, a principle everyone understands.
Ye Kong’s talent was never weak. If he hadn’t been so greedy when he was on the verge of stepping into the Half-Step Innate Realm, he might have already entered the Innate Realm by now.
This trial could be considered a punishment, but the cost of this punishment was too damn high—a petal of the Heavenly Burial Flower. Even now, Xiao Yufan still felt a pang of regret when he thought about it…
Boom!
After an unknown amount of time, a muffled groan sounded. Xiao Yufan, who had been resting with his eyes closed, slowly opened them. It seemed Ye Kong had succeeded.
The air currents in the surroundings slowly converged towards Ye Kong, and his aura suddenly surged. Under the pressure of this aura, several experts at the peak of the Postnatal Realm involuntarily took two steps back.
“The Innate Realm truly possesses an enviable aura and power…” Under everyone’s gaze, Ye Kong slowly stood up, his words filled with immense confidence.
He hadn’t expected the medicinal power of the Heavenly Burial Flower to be so overwhelming. He had thought that even with a petal of the Heavenly Burial Flower, he wouldn’t be able to break through to the Innate Realm in one go. But the outcome far exceeded his expectations.
Although the pain he endured made him somewhat fearful, compared to the strength of the Innate Realm, enduring such pain was worth it.
“Congratulations, Brother Ye, on stepping into the Innate Realm. Our team has gained another Innate expert!”
A smile appeared on Xiao Yufan’s face. With Ye Kong entering the Innate Realm, the overall strength of the team had greatly increased. How could he not be excited? After all, in this mysterious place, every bit of strength added to their chances of survival.
“I must thank Brother Xiao for his generous assistance. Without the petal of the Heavenly Burial Flower, I don’t know how many more months it would have taken for me to truly experience the power of this realm.”
Having stepped into the Innate Realm, Ye Kong’s mindset underwent a significant change. His previous resentment towards Xiao Yufan had faded. Now, he only knew that without Xiao Yufan’s magnanimity in giving him the Heavenly Burial Flower, he wouldn’t have been able to feel the power of the Innate Realm so quickly.
“Since Brother Ye chose to stay, this is what you deserve.”
Ye Kong’s transformation was clearly visible to Xiao Yufan, who couldn’t help but feel a surge of joy. It was evident that his goal had been achieved.
“I was being petty. Brother Xiao has repaid my hostility with kindness. This friendship, I, Ye Kong, am determined to forge.”
Glancing at the elegant and refined beauty, Ye Kong’s heart was completely unburdened. His affection for Cheng Ying had been nothing more than unrequited love. Now, it seemed that such an outstanding woman could only be matched by the man before him.
“To befriend a young expert from the Qingling Temple, should I consider myself lucky?”
With a playful smile on his lips, Xiao Yufan’s heart was filled with joy. Ye Kong’s reaction was beyond his expectations. He hadn’t anticipated such a significant change in Ye Kong’s mindset after stepping into the Innate Realm.
“Ying’er’s status in the Qingling Temple is several levels above mine. How could you still care about my identity?”
The corner of his mouth twitched slightly as Ye Kong shrugged helplessly. He knew that Xiao Yufan’s words were merely to ease the awkward atmosphere between them.
“How could it be the same?” Xiao Yufan chuckled, touching the bridge of his nose. This guy’s straightforwardness was as consistent as ever.
“Let’s not talk about that. Brother Xiao, would you be interested in letting me test my skills?”
Licking his upper lip, Ye Kong’s eyes burned with intensity once more. Previously, he had lost to Xiao Yufan, and that had left a psychological barrier. Now that he had entered the Innate Realm, his confidence had skyrocketed.
“Since you want to test my strength, how could I refuse?”
Narrowing his eyes slightly, Xiao Yufan smiled mischievously. Seeing this trademark smile, Ye Kong felt a cold sweat break out on his back.
Hearing their conversation, the others immediately became excited. A duel between experts of the Innate Realm was something they had never even witnessed at the Ancient Martial Arts Conference.
“Who do you think has the upper hand, Captain Xiao or Brother Ye?” After the two took their stances, someone standing next to Xie Yuan asked.
“Don’t tell me you know me, asking such a stupid question. You should be asking how many moves Brother Ye can last against Captain Xiao…”
Xie Yuan looked at the guy beside him as if he were an idiot. Xiao Yufan’s strength was like a deep pool, unfathomable to anyone. Ye Kong had just stepped into the Innate Realm; how could he possibly be a match for him?
“Got it, got it. So how many moves do you think Brother Ye can last?”
The man’s face immediately turned ingratiating as he quickly changed his tone. Xie Yuan was right; Captain Xiao was so formidable that this fight would likely be one-sided.
“At most, ten moves!” Xie Yuan said with an air of authority, causing the others’ eyes to nearly pop out of their sockets. Was he really that strong to the point of having no friends?
Since it was Xiao Yufan’s kind gesture, Ye Kong didn’t put on airs and sat cross-legged, beginning to absorb the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower…
Xie Yuan and the others looked at Ye Kong with envy, their eyes burning with desire. If they could also obtain a petal of the Sky Burial Flower, they might very well step into the innate realm, making this journey to the mysterious land worthwhile.
“I wonder if that woman has already consumed the Sky Burial Flower. In that mountain stream, she shouldn’t be disturbed by anyone!”
Watching Ye Kong’s constantly changing expression after consuming the Sky Burial Flower, Xiao Yufan couldn’t help but think of Hua Yun. When absorbing the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower, one’s defenses are at their weakest, and any external impact could easily cause severe damage.
Ye Kong was fearless because he and Cheng Ying had enough strength to protect him, but Hua Yun was different. Among the people of Hundred Flowers Island, she was the only one who had stepped into the innate realm, meaning no one could protect her while she absorbed the Sky Burial Flower’s power.
Shaking his head, Xiao Yufan originally didn’t have much fondness for a woman who thought all men in the world were no good, and he didn’t know why he thought of this icy woman…
As time passed, sweat slowly dripped from Ye Kong’s forehead, showing that he was enduring a strong impact at this moment!
“The path of cultivation is never smooth sailing. Only by enduring more pain can one hope to reach the peak…”
Murmuring to himself, Xiao Yufan didn’t intervene. If he did, he could certainly alleviate Ye Kong’s pain, but that would do him no good. There’s no such thing as a free lunch, a principle everyone understands.
Ye Kong’s talent was never weak. If he hadn’t been so greedy when he was on the verge of stepping into the half-step innate realm, he might have already entered the innate realm by now.
This trial could be considered a punishment, but the cost of this punishment was too damn high—a petal of the Sky Burial Flower. Even now, Xiao Yufan still felt a pang of regret…
Boom!
After an unknown amount of time, with a muffled groan, Xiao Yufan, who had been meditating, slowly opened his eyes. It seemed Ye Kong had succeeded.
The air currents in the surroundings slowly converged towards Ye Kong, and his aura suddenly surged. Under the pressure of this aura, several peak post-natal realm experts simultaneously took two steps back.
“The innate realm truly possesses an enviable aura and power…” Under everyone’s gaze, Ye Kong slowly stood up, his words filled with strong confidence.
He hadn’t expected the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower to be so overwhelming. He had thought that even with a petal of the Sky Burial Flower, he couldn’t break through to the innate realm in one go, but the outcome far exceeded his expectations.
Although the pain he endured made him somewhat fearful, compared to the power of the innate realm, enduring any amount of pain was worth it.
“Congratulations, Brother Ye, on stepping into the innate realm. Our team has gained another innate expert!”
A smile appeared on Xiao Yufan’s face. With Ye Kong entering the innate realm, the overall strength of the team had greatly increased. How could he not be excited? After all, in this mysterious land, every bit of strength added to their chances of survival.
“I must thank Brother Xiao for his generous assistance. Without the petal of the Sky Burial Flower, I don’t know how many more months it would have taken for me to truly experience the power of this realm!”
After stepping into the innate realm, Ye Kong’s temperament underwent a significant change. His previous resentment towards Xiao Yufan had faded. Now, he only knew that without Xiao Yufan’s magnanimous gift of the Sky Burial Flower, he wouldn’t have been able to feel the power of the innate realm so quickly.
“Since Brother Ye chose to stay, this is what you deserve!”
Ye Kong’s transformation was clearly seen by Xiao Yufan, who couldn’t help but feel a surge of joy. It was evident that his goal had been achieved.
“I was being a bit petty. Brother Xiao has repaid my hostility with kindness. This friendship, I, Ye Kong, am determined to forge!”
Glancing at the elegant and refined beauty, Ye Kong’s heart was completely unburdened. His affection for Cheng Ying had been nothing more than unrequited love. Now, it seemed that such an outstanding woman could only be matched by the man before him.
“To befriend a young expert from the Qingling Temple, should I consider myself lucky?”
With a playful smile on his lips, Xiao Yufan’s heart was filled with joy. Ye Kong’s reaction was beyond his expectations. He hadn’t anticipated such a significant change in Ye Kong’s temperament after stepping into the innate realm.
“Ying’er’s status in the Qingling Temple is several levels higher than mine. Do you still care about my identity?”
The corner of his mouth twitched slightly as Ye Kong shrugged helplessly. He knew that Xiao Yufan’s words were just to ease the awkward atmosphere between them.
“How could it be the same?” Xiao Yufan chuckled, touching the bridge of his nose. This guy’s straightforwardness was as consistent as ever.
“Let’s not talk about that. Brother Xiao, would you be interested in letting me test my skills?”
Licking his upper lip, Ye Kong’s eyes burned with enthusiasm once more. Previously, he had lost to Xiao Yufan, and that defeat still weighed on his mind. Now that he had entered the innate realm, his confidence had soared.
“Since you want to test my strength, how could I refuse?”
With a sly smile, Xiao Yufan narrowed his eyes. Seeing this trademark grin, Ye Kong felt a sudden chill run down his spine.
Hearing their conversation, the others immediately became interested. A duel between innate realm experts was something they had never even witnessed at the ancient martial arts conference.
“Who do you think has the upper hand, Captain Xiao or Brother Ye?” After the two took their stances, someone standing next to Xie Yuan asked.
“Don’t tell me you know me, asking such a stupid question. You should be asking how many moves Brother Ye can last against Captain Xiao…”
Xie Yuan looked at the guy beside him as if he were an idiot. Xiao Yufan’s strength was like a deep pool, unfathomable to anyone. Ye Kong had just stepped into the innate realm; how could he possibly be a match for him?
“Got it, got it. So how many moves do you think Brother Ye can last?”
The man quickly changed his tone, a flattering smile on his face. Xie Yuan was right; Captain Xiao was so formidable that this fight would likely be one-sided.
“At most ten moves!” Xie Yuan said with an air of authority, causing the others’ eyes to nearly pop out. Was he really that strong, to the point of having no rivals?
A faint smile appeared on Xiao Yufan’s face. With Ye Kong’s breakthrough, the team’s overall strength had significantly increased. How could he not be excited? In this mysterious place, every bit of added power meant a better chance of survival.
“I must thank Brother Xiao for your generous help. Without the Tianzang Flower petal, it might have taken me months to truly experience the strength of this realm!”
Since it was Xiao Yufan’s kind gesture, Ye Kong didn’t put on any airs. He sat cross-legged and began absorbing the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower…
Xie Yuan and the others looked at Ye Kong with envy, their eyes burning with desire. If they could also obtain a petal of the Sky Burial Flower, they might very well step into the Xiantian realm, making this mysterious journey truly worthwhile.
“I wonder if that woman has already consumed the Sky Burial Flower. In that mountain stream, she shouldn’t be disturbed by anyone, right?”
Watching Ye Kong’s ever-changing expression after consuming the Sky Burial Flower, Xiao Yufan couldn’t help but think of Hua Yun. When absorbing the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower, one’s defenses are at their weakest. Any external impact could easily cause severe damage.
Ye Kong was fearless because he knew that both he and Cheng Ying had the strength to protect him. But Hua Yun was different. Among the people of Hundred Flowers Island, she was the only one who had stepped into the Xiantian realm. This meant that while she was absorbing the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower, there was no one to protect her.
Shaking his head, Xiao Yufan originally didn’t have much fondness for a woman who saw all men in the world as scoundrels. He didn’t know why he was thinking about this cold, aloof woman…
As time passed, sweat began to seep from Ye Kong’s forehead and slowly trickled down. It was clear that he was enduring a tremendous impact at this moment.
“The path of cultivation is never smooth sailing. Only by enduring more pain can one hope to reach the pinnacle…”
Murmuring to himself, Xiao Yufan didn’t intervene. If he had, he could have alleviated Ye Kong’s suffering, but that would have done him no good. There’s no such thing as a free lunch, a principle that everyone understands.
Ye Kong’s talent was never weak. If he hadn’t been so greedy when he was on the verge of stepping into the half-step Xiantian realm, he might have already entered the Xiantian realm by now.
This trial could be seen as a form of punishment, though the cost of this punishment was painfully high—a petal of the Sky Burial Flower. Even now, Xiao Yufan still felt a pang of regret when he thought about it…
Boom!
After an unknown amount of time, a muffled grunt echoed, and Xiao Yufan, who had been meditating with his eyes closed, slowly opened them. It seemed Ye Kong had succeeded.
The air currents in the surroundings gradually converged towards Ye Kong, and his aura suddenly surged. Under the pressure of this imposing aura, several experts at the peak of the Houtian realm involuntarily took two steps back.
“The Xiantian realm truly possesses an enviable aura and power…” Under everyone’s gaze, Ye Kong slowly stood up, his voice brimming with confidence.
He hadn’t expected the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower to be so overwhelming. He had thought that even with a petal of the Sky Burial Flower, he wouldn’t be able to break through to the Xiantian realm in one go. But the outcome far exceeded his expectations.
Though the pain he endured left him with lingering fear, compared to the strength of the Xiantian realm, any amount of suffering was worth it.
“Congratulations, Brother Ye, on stepping into the Xiantian realm. Our team now has another Xiantian expert!”
A smile appeared on Xiao Yufan’s face. With Ye Kong entering the Xiantian realm, the overall strength of their team had significantly increased. How could he not be excited? After all, in this mysterious land, every bit of strength added to their chances of survival.
“I must thank Brother Xiao for his generous assistance. Without the petal of the Sky Burial Flower, I don’t know how many more months it would have taken for me to truly experience the power of this realm.”
Having entered the Xiantian realm, Ye Kong’s mindset underwent a significant change. His previous resentment towards Xiao Yufan had faded. Now, he only knew that without Xiao Yufan’s magnanimous gift of the Sky Burial Flower, he wouldn’t have been able to feel the power of the Xiantian realm so quickly.
“Since Brother Ye chose to stay, this is what you deserve.”
Ye Kong’s transformation was clearly observed by Xiao Yufan, who couldn’t help but feel a surge of joy. It was evident that his goal had been achieved.
“I was being petty. Brother Xiao has shown kindness in the face of my resentment. I, Ye Kong, am determined to be your friend!”
Glancing at the elegant and refined beauty, Ye Kong’s heart was completely unburdened. His affection for Cheng Ying had been nothing more than unrequited love. Now, it seemed that such an exceptional woman was indeed a perfect match for the man before him.
“To befriend a young expert from the Qingling Hall, should I consider myself lucky?”
With a playful smile on his lips, Xiao Yufan’s heart was filled with joy. Ye Kong’s reaction was beyond his expectations. He hadn’t anticipated such a significant change in Ye Kong’s mindset after stepping into the Xiantian realm.
“Ying’er’s status in the Qingling Hall is several levels above mine. Do you still care about my identity?”
With a wry smile, Ye Kong shrugged helplessly. He knew that Xiao Yufan’s words were merely an attempt to ease the awkwardness between them.
“How could it be the same?” Rubbing the bridge of his nose, Xiao Yufan chuckled. This guy’s straightforwardness was as consistent as ever.
“Let’s not dwell on that. Brother Xiao, would you be interested in a little sparring session?”
Licking his upper lip, Ye Kong’s eyes burned with intensity. His previous loss to Xiao Yufan had left a lingering barrier in his heart. Now that he had entered the Xiantian realm, his confidence had soared.
“Since you want to test my strength, how could I refuse?”
With a sly grin, Xiao Yufan narrowed his eyes. Seeing this trademark smile, Ye Kong felt a sudden chill run down his spine.
Hearing their conversation, the others immediately became excited. A duel between Xiantian realm experts was something they had never witnessed, even at the Ancient Martial Arts Conference.
“Who do you think has the upper hand, Captain Xiao or Brother Ye?” someone standing next to Xie Yuan asked after the two had taken their stances.
“Don’t tell me you know me if you’re going to ask such a foolish question. You should be asking how many moves Brother Ye can last against Captain Xiao…”
Xie Yuan looked at the guy beside him as if he were an idiot. Xiao Yufan’s strength was as deep and unfathomable as a deep pool. Ye Kong, who had just entered the Xiantian realm, couldn’t possibly be his match.
“Got it, got it. So, how many moves do you think Brother Ye can last?”
With a flattering smile, the man quickly changed his tone. Xie Yuan was right. Captain Xiao was so formidable that this match would likely be one-sided.
“At most, ten moves!” Xie Yuan declared with an air of authority, causing the others’ eyes to nearly pop out of their sockets. Was he really that overwhelmingly strong?
“Now that Brother Ye has chosen to stay, this is what you deserve.”
Ye Kong’s transformation was clearly visible to Xiao Yufan, who couldn’t help but feel a surge of joy. His plan had clearly worked.
“I guess I was being a bit narrow-minded. Brother Xiao, you responded to my ill will with kindness. From now on, you have a friend in me!”
Glancing at the elegant and refined beauty, Cheng Ying, Ye Kong finally let go of his emotional knot. His affection for Cheng Ying had only been a one-sided infatuation. Now he could see clearly—such an extraordinary woman truly deserved only the man standing before him.
“Should I feel lucky to have made a friend who is a young expert from the Qingling Sect?”
Since it was Xiao Yufan’s kind gesture, Ye Kong didn’t put on any airs. He sat cross-legged and began to absorb the medicinal power of the Heavenly Burial Flower…
Xie Yuan and the others looked at Ye Kong with envy, their eyes filled with a burning desire. If they could also obtain a petal of the Heavenly Burial Flower, they might very well step into the Innate Realm, making this journey to the mysterious land truly worthwhile.
“I wonder if that woman has already consumed the Heavenly Burial Flower. In that mountain stream, there shouldn’t be anyone to disturb her, right?”
Watching Ye Kong’s constantly changing expression after consuming the Heavenly Burial Flower, Xiao Yufan couldn’t help but think of Hua Yun. When absorbing the medicinal power of the Heavenly Burial Flower, one’s defenses are at their weakest. Any external impact could easily cause severe damage.
Ye Kong was able to act without hesitation because both he and Cheng Ying had the strength to protect him. But Hua Yun was different. Among the people of Hundred Flowers Island, she was the only one who had stepped into the Innate Realm. This meant that while she was absorbing the medicinal power of the Heavenly Burial Flower, there was no one to protect her.
Shaking his head, Xiao Yufan originally didn’t have much fondness for a woman who viewed all men in the world as no good. He didn’t know why he was thinking about this icy woman…
As time slowly passed, the sweat on Ye Kong’s forehead began to drip down. It was clear that he was enduring a tremendous impact at this moment!
“The path of cultivation is never smooth sailing. Only by enduring more pain can one hope to reach the peak…”
Murmuring to himself, Xiao Yufan didn’t intervene. If he did, he could certainly alleviate Ye Kong’s suffering, but that wouldn’t do him any good. There’s no such thing as a free lunch in this world, a principle that everyone understands.
Ye Kong’s talent was never weak. If he hadn’t been so greedy when he was on the verge of stepping into the Half-Step Innate Realm, he might have already entered the Innate Realm by now.
This trial could be seen as a form of punishment, though the cost of this punishment was incredibly high—a petal of the Heavenly Burial Flower. Even now, Xiao Yufan still felt a pang of regret when he thought about it…
Boom!
After an unknown amount of time, a muffled groan echoed, and Xiao Yufan, who had been meditating, slowly opened his eyes. It seemed that Ye Kong had succeeded.
The air currents in the surroundings gradually converged towards Ye Kong, and his aura suddenly surged. Under the pressure of this aura, several experts at the peak of the Postnatal Realm actually took two steps back.
“The Innate Realm truly possesses an enviable aura and power…” Under everyone’s gaze, Ye Kong slowly stood up, his words filled with immense confidence.
He hadn’t expected the medicinal power of the Heavenly Burial Flower to be so overwhelming. Originally, he thought that even with a petal of the Heavenly Burial Flower, he wouldn’t be able to break through to the Innate Realm in one go. But the outcome far exceeded his expectations.
Although the pain he endured made him somewhat fearful, compared to the power of the Innate Realm, enduring such pain was worth it.
“Congratulations, Brother Ye, on stepping into the Innate Realm. Our team has gained another Innate expert!”
A smile appeared on Xiao Yufan’s face. With Ye Kong entering the Innate Realm, the overall strength of the team had greatly increased. How could he not be excited? After all, in this mysterious land, every bit of strength added to their chances of survival.
“I must thank Brother Xiao for his generous assistance. Without the petal of the Heavenly Burial Flower, I don’t know how many more months it would have taken for me to truly experience the power of this realm.”
After stepping into the Innate Realm, Ye Kong’s mindset underwent a significant change. His previous resentment towards Xiao Yufan had faded. Now, he only knew that without Xiao Yufan’s magnanimous gift of the Heavenly Burial Flower, he wouldn’t have been able to feel the power of the Innate Realm so quickly.
“Since Brother Ye chose to stay, this is what you deserve.”
Ye Kong’s transformation was clearly visible to Xiao Yufan, and he couldn’t help but feel a surge of joy. It was evident that his goal had been achieved.
“I was being a bit narrow-minded. Brother Xiao has repaid my hostility with kindness. This friendship, I, Ye Kong, am determined to forge.”
Glancing at the elegant and refined beauty, Ye Kong’s heart was completely unburdened. His affection for Cheng Ying had been nothing more than unrequited love. Now, it seemed that such an outstanding woman could only be matched by the man before him.
“To be able to befriend a young expert from the Qingling Temple, should I consider myself lucky?”
With a playful smile on his lips, Xiao Yufan’s heart was filled with joy. Ye Kong’s reaction was beyond his expectations. He hadn’t anticipated such a significant change in Ye Kong’s mindset after stepping into the Innate Realm.
“Ying’er’s status in the Qingling Temple is several levels above mine. Are you still concerned about my identity?”
The corner of Ye Kong’s mouth twitched slightly as he shrugged helplessly. He knew that Xiao Yufan’s words were just a way to ease the awkward atmosphere between them.
“How could it be the same?” Xiao Yufan chuckled, touching the bridge of his nose. This guy’s straightforwardness was still the same as ever.
“Let’s not talk about that. Brother Xiao, would you be interested in letting me test my skills?”
Licking his upper lip, Ye Kong’s eyes burned with intensity once more. Previously, losing to Xiao Yufan had left a psychological barrier in his mind. Now that he had entered the Innate Realm, his confidence had surged.
“Since you want to test my strength, how could I refuse?”
Narrowing his eyes slightly, Xiao Yufan smiled mischievously. Seeing this trademark smile, Ye Kong felt a sudden chill run down his spine.
Hearing their conversation, the others immediately became excited. A duel between experts of the Innate Realm was something they had never even witnessed at the Ancient Martial Arts Conference.
“Who do you think has the upper hand, Captain Xiao or Brother Ye?” someone standing next to Xie Yuan asked after the two had taken their stances.
“Don’t tell me you know me, asking such a foolish question. You should be asking how many moves Brother Ye can last against Captain Xiao…”
Xie Yuan looked at the guy beside him as if he were an idiot. Xiao Yufan’s strength was like a deep abyss, unfathomable to anyone. Ye Kong had just entered the Innate Realm; how could he possibly be a match for him?
“Got it, got it. So how many moves do you think Brother Ye can last?”
The man quickly changed his tone, wearing a flattering smile. Xie Yuan was right. Captain Xiao was so formidable that this match would likely be one-sided.
“At most, ten moves!” Xie Yuan said with an air of authority, causing the others’ eyes to nearly pop out of their sockets. Was he really that strong to the point of having no rivals?
“Cheng Ying’s status in the Qingling Sect is far above mine. Surely you don’t still care about my background?”
Ye Kong gave a helpless shrug, a faint smile on his face. He knew Xiao Yufan was just trying to ease the awkwardness between them.
“How could it be the same?” Xiao Yufan chuckled, rubbing his nose. This guy still spoke as bluntly as ever.
“Putting that aside, Brother Xiao, would you mind giving me a little test?”
Since it was Xiao Yufan’s kind gesture, Ye Kong didn’t put on any airs. He sat cross-legged and began absorbing the medicinal power of the Heavenly Burial Flower…
Xie Yuan and the others looked at Ye Kong with envy, their eyes burning with desire. If they could also obtain a petal of the Heavenly Burial Flower, they might very well step into the Xiantian realm, making this mysterious journey truly worthwhile.
“I wonder if that woman has already consumed the Heavenly Burial Flower. In that mountain stream, she shouldn’t be disturbed by anyone, right?”
Watching Ye Kong’s ever-changing expression after consuming the Heavenly Burial Flower, Xiao Yufan couldn’t help but think of Hua Yun. When absorbing the medicinal power of the Heavenly Burial Flower, one’s defenses are at their weakest. Any external disturbance could easily cause severe damage.
Ye Kong was able to act without hesitation because he and Cheng Ying had enough strength to protect him. But Hua Yun was different. Among the people of Hundred Flowers Island, she was the only one who had stepped into the Xiantian realm. This meant that when she was absorbing the medicinal power of the Heavenly Burial Flower, there was no one to protect her.
Shaking his head, Xiao Yufan originally didn’t have much fondness for a woman who thought all men in the world were no good. He didn’t know why he was thinking about this cold woman…
As time passed, sweat slowly dripped from Ye Kong’s forehead. It was clear that he was enduring a tremendous impact at this moment.
“The path of cultivation is never smooth sailing. Only by enduring more pain can one hope to reach the peak…”
Murmuring to himself, Xiao Yufan didn’t intervene. If he had, he could have alleviated Ye Kong’s suffering, but that would have done him no good. There’s no such thing as a free lunch, a principle everyone understands.
Ye Kong’s talent was never weak. If he hadn’t been so greedy when he was on the verge of breaking through to the Xiantian realm, he might have already stepped into it by now.
This trial could be seen as a form of punishment, though the cost of this punishment was incredibly high—a petal of the Heavenly Burial Flower. Even now, Xiao Yufan still felt a pang of regret when he thought about it…
Boom!
After an unknown amount of time, a low groan was heard. Xiao Yufan, who had been meditating, slowly opened his eyes. It seemed Ye Kong had succeeded.
The air currents in the surroundings gradually converged towards Ye Kong, and his aura suddenly surged. Under the pressure of his newfound power, several experts at the peak of the Houtian realm were forced to take two steps back.
“The Xiantian realm truly possesses an enviable aura and strength…” Under everyone’s gaze, Ye Kong slowly stood up, his words filled with immense confidence.
He hadn’t expected the medicinal power of the Heavenly Burial Flower to be so overwhelming. He had thought that even with a petal of the Heavenly Burial Flower, he wouldn’t be able to break through to the Xiantian realm in one go. But the outcome far exceeded his expectations.
Although the pain he endured made him somewhat fearful, compared to the power of the Xiantian realm, any amount of suffering was worth it.
“Congratulations, Brother Ye, on stepping into the Xiantian realm. Our team has gained another Xiantian expert!”
A smile appeared on Xiao Yufan’s face. With Ye Kong stepping into the Xiantian realm, the overall strength of the team had greatly increased. How could he not be excited? After all, in this mysterious place, every bit of strength added to their chances of survival.
“I must thank Brother Xiao for your generous assistance. Without the petal of the Heavenly Burial Flower, I don’t know how many more months it would have taken for me to truly experience the power of this realm.”
Having stepped into the Xiantian realm, Ye Kong’s mindset underwent a significant change. His previous resentment towards Xiao Yufan had faded. Now, he only knew that without Xiao Yufan’s magnanimous gift of the Heavenly Burial Flower, he wouldn’t have been able to feel the power of the Xiantian realm so quickly.
“Since Brother Ye chose to stay, this is what you deserved.”
Ye Kong’s transformation was clearly noticed by Xiao Yufan, who couldn’t help but feel a surge of joy. It was evident that his goal had been achieved.
“I guess I was being a bit petty. Brother Xiao has repaid my hostility with kindness. This friendship, I, Ye Kong, am determined to forge.”
Glancing at the elegant and refined beauty, Ye Kong’s heart was completely unburdened. His affection for Cheng Ying had been nothing more than unrequited love. Now, it seemed that such an outstanding woman could only be matched by the man before him.
“To befriend a young expert from the Qingling Temple, should I consider myself lucky?”
With a playful smile on his lips, Xiao Yufan’s heart was filled with joy. Ye Kong’s reaction was beyond his expectations. He hadn’t anticipated that after stepping into the Xiantian realm, Ye Kong’s mindset would undergo such a significant transformation.
“Ying’er’s status in the Qingling Temple is several levels above mine. How could you still care about my identity?”
With a twitch of his lips, Ye Kong shrugged helplessly. He knew that Xiao Yufan’s words were merely to ease the awkward atmosphere between them.
“How could that be the same?” Rubbing the bridge of his nose, Xiao Yufan chuckled. This guy’s straightforwardness was as consistent as ever.
“Let’s not dwell on that. Brother Xiao, would you be interested in letting me test my skills?”
Licking his upper lip, Ye Kong’s eyes burned with intensity once more. Previously, losing to Xiao Yufan had left a mental barrier in his heart. Now that he had entered the Xiantian realm, his confidence had skyrocketed.
“Since you want to test my strength, how could I refuse?”
With a sly smile, Xiao Yufan narrowed his eyes. Seeing this trademark expression, Ye Kong felt a cold sweat break out on his back.
Hearing their conversation, the others immediately became excited. A duel between Xiantian realm experts was something they had never even witnessed at the Ancient Martial Arts Conference.
“Who do you think has the upper hand, Captain Xiao or Brother Ye?” someone standing next to Xie Yuan asked after the two had taken their stances.
“Don’t tell me you know me if you’re asking such a dumb question. You should be asking how many moves Brother Ye can last against Captain Xiao…”
Xie Yuan looked at the guy beside him as if he were an idiot. Xiao Yufan’s strength was as deep as an abyss, unfathomable to anyone. Ye Kong had just stepped into the Xiantian realm; how could he possibly be a match for him?
“Got it, got it. So how many moves do you think Brother Ye can last?”
With a flattering smile, the man quickly changed his tone. Xie Yuan was right; Captain Xiao was so formidable that this fight would likely be one-sided.
“At most, ten moves!” Xie Yuan said with an air of authority, causing the others’ eyes to nearly pop out of their sockets. Was he really that strong, to the point of having no rivals?
“Since you’re eager to test my strength, how could I possibly refuse?”
A faint, mischievous smile crept across Xiao Yufan’s face. Seeing that signature expression, Ye Kong suddenly felt a chill run down his spine.
Since it was Xiao Yufan’s kind gesture, Ye Kong didn’t put on any airs. He sat cross-legged and began to absorb the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower…
Xie Yuan and the others looked at Ye Kong with envy, their eyes filled with a burning desire. If they could also obtain a petal of the Sky Burial Flower, they might very well step into the Xiantian realm, making this journey to the mysterious land worthwhile.
“I wonder if that woman has already consumed the Sky Burial Flower. In that mountain stream, she shouldn’t be disturbed by anyone, right?”
Watching Ye Kong’s constantly changing expression after consuming the Sky Burial Flower, Xiao Yufan couldn’t help but think of Hua Yun. When absorbing the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower, one’s defenses are at their weakest, and any external impact could easily cause severe damage.
Ye Kong was able to do so without worry because he and Cheng Ying had enough strength to protect him. But Hua Yun was different. Among the people of Hundred Flowers Island, she was the only one who had stepped into the Xiantian realm. This meant that while she was absorbing the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower, no one could protect her.
Shaking his head, Xiao Yufan originally didn’t have much fondness for a woman who thought all men in the world were no good. He didn’t know why he was thinking about this icy woman…
As time passed, the sweat on Ye Kong’s forehead slowly dripped down. It was clear that he was enduring a tremendous impact at this moment.
“The path of cultivation is never smooth sailing. Only by enduring more pain can one hope to reach the peak…”
Murmuring to himself, Xiao Yufan did not intervene. If he had, he could have alleviated Ye Kong’s suffering, but that would have done him no good. There’s no such thing as a free lunch, a principle everyone understands.
Ye Kong’s talent was never weak. If he hadn’t been so greedy when he was on the verge of stepping into the Xiantian realm, he might have already achieved it by now.
This trial could be seen as a punishment, though the cost of this punishment was too damn high—a petal of the Sky Burial Flower. Even now, Xiao Yufan still felt a pang of regret when he thought about it…
Boom!
After an unknown amount of time, with a muffled groan, Xiao Yufan, who had been resting with his eyes closed, slowly opened them. It seemed Ye Kong had succeeded.
The air currents in the atmosphere slowly converged around Ye Kong, and his aura suddenly surged. Under the pressure of his imposing presence, several experts at the peak of the Houtian realm simultaneously took two steps back.
“The Xiantian realm truly possesses an enviable aura and strength…” Under everyone’s gaze, Ye Kong slowly stood up, his words filled with immense confidence.
He hadn’t expected the medicinal power of the Sky Burial Flower to be so overwhelming. Originally, he thought that even with a petal of the Sky Burial Flower, he wouldn’t be able to break through to the Xiantian realm in one go. But the outcome far exceeded his expectations.
Although the pain he endured made him somewhat fearful, compared to the strength of the Xiantian realm, enduring such pain was worth it.
“Congratulations, Brother Ye, on stepping into the Xiantian realm. Our team has gained another Xiantian expert!”
A smile appeared on Xiao Yufan’s face. With Ye Kong stepping into the Xiantian realm, the overall strength of the team had greatly increased. How could he not be excited? After all, in this mysterious land, every bit of strength increases one’s chances of survival.
“I must thank Brother Xiao for your generous assistance. Without the petal of the Sky Burial Flower, I don’t know how many more months it would have taken for me to truly experience the power of this realm.”
Having stepped into the Xiantian realm, Ye Kong’s mindset underwent a significant change. His previous resentment towards Xiao Yufan had faded. Now, he only knew that without Xiao Yufan’s magnanimity in giving him the Sky Burial Flower, he wouldn’t have been able to feel the power of the Xiantian realm so quickly.
“Since Brother Ye chose to stay, this is what you deserve!”
Ye Kong’s transformation was clearly noticed by Xiao Yufan, who couldn’t help but feel a surge of joy. It was evident that his goal had been achieved.
“I was being petty. Brother Xiao has repaid my hostility with kindness. This friendship, I, Ye Kong, am determined to forge!”
Glancing at the elegant and refined beauty, Ye Kong’s heart was completely unburdened. His affection for Cheng Ying had merely been unrequited love. Now, it seemed that such an outstanding woman could only be matched by the man before him.
“To befriend a young expert from the Qingling Hall, should I consider myself lucky?”
With a playful smile on his lips, Xiao Yufan’s heart was filled with joy. Ye Kong’s reaction was beyond his expectations. He hadn’t anticipated such a significant change in Ye Kong’s mindset after stepping into the Xiantian realm.
“Ying’er’s status in the Qingling Hall is several levels higher than mine. Are you still concerned about my identity?”
The corner of Ye Kong’s mouth twitched slightly as he shrugged helplessly. He knew that Xiao Yufan’s words were just to ease the awkward atmosphere between them.
“How could it be the same?” Rubbing the bridge of his nose, Xiao Yufan laughed. This guy’s straightforwardness was as consistent as ever.
“Let’s not talk about that. Brother Xiao, would you be interested in letting me test my skills?”
Licking his upper lip, Ye Kong’s eyes burned with intensity once more. Previously, losing to Xiao Yufan had left a psychological barrier in his heart. Now that he had entered the Xiantian realm, his confidence had skyrocketed.
“Since you want to test my strength, how could I refuse?”
Narrowing his eyes slightly, Xiao Yufan smiled mischievously. Seeing this trademark smile, Ye Kong felt a sudden chill run down his spine.
Hearing their conversation, the others immediately became excited. A duel between Xiantian realm experts was something they had never even witnessed at the ancient martial arts conference.
“Who do you think has the upper hand, Captain Xiao or Brother Ye?” After the two took their stances, someone standing next to Xie Yuan asked.
“Don’t tell me you know me, asking such a foolish question. You should be asking how many moves Brother Ye can last against Captain Xiao…”
Xie Yuan looked at the guy beside him as if he were an idiot. Xiao Yufan’s strength was like a deep pool, unfathomable to anyone. Ye Kong had just stepped into the Xiantian realm; how could he possibly be a match for him?
“Got it, got it. So how many moves do you think Brother Ye can last?”
Instantly putting on a fawning smile, the man quickly changed his tune. Xie Yuan was right; Captain Xiao was so formidable that this match would likely be one-sided.
“At most, ten moves!” Xie Yuan said with an air of authority, causing the others’ eyes to nearly pop out of their sockets. Did he have to be so overwhelmingly strong that he had no friends?
“Do you think, between Captain Xiao and Brother Ye, who has the better chance of winning?” One of the men beside Xie Yuan asked as the two prepared to face off.
“Don’t tell anyone you know me, asking such a stupid question. You should be asking how many moves Ye Brother can last against Captain Xiao…”
Since it was Xiao Yufan’s kind gesture, Ye Kong didn’t put on any airs. He sat cross-legged and began absorbing the medicinal power of the Heaven Burial Flower…
Xie Yuan and the others looked at Ye Kong with envy, their eyes burning with desire. If they could also obtain a petal of the Heaven Burial Flower, they might very well step into the Xiantian realm, making this mysterious journey worthwhile.
“I wonder if that woman has already consumed the Heaven Burial Flower. In that mountain stream, there shouldn’t be anyone to disturb her, right?”
Watching Ye Kong’s constantly changing expression after consuming the Heaven Burial Flower, Xiao Yufan couldn’t help but think of Hua Yun. When absorbing the medicinal power of the Heaven Burial Flower, one’s defenses are at their weakest. Any external impact could easily cause severe damage.
Ye Kong was fearless because he and Cheng Ying had enough strength to protect him. But Hua Yun was different. Among the people of Hundred Flowers Island, she was the only one who had stepped into the Xiantian realm. While she absorbed the medicinal power of the Heaven Burial Flower, no one could protect her.
Shaking his head, Xiao Yufan originally didn’t have much fondness for a woman who saw all men in the world as no good. He didn’t know why he thought of this icy woman…
As time passed, sweat slowly dripped from Ye Kong’s forehead. It was clear that he was enduring a tremendous impact!
“The path of cultivation is never smooth sailing. Only by enduring more pain can one hope to reach the peak…”
Murmuring to himself, Xiao Yufan didn’t intervene. If he did, he could certainly alleviate Ye Kong’s suffering, but that would do him no good. There’s no such thing as a free lunch, a principle everyone understands.
Ye Kong’s talent was never weak. If he hadn’t been so greedy when he was on the verge of stepping into the Xiantian realm, he might have already achieved it.
This trial could be seen as a punishment, though the cost of this punishment was too damn high—a petal of the Heaven Burial Flower. Even now, Xiao Yufan still felt a pang of regret…
Boom!
After an unknown amount of time, with a muffled groan, Xiao Yufan, who had been resting with his eyes closed, slowly opened them. It seemed Ye Kong had succeeded.
The air currents slowly converged around Ye Kong, and his aura suddenly surged. Under the pressure of his imposing presence, several peak Houtian realm experts involuntarily took two steps back.
“The Xiantian realm truly possesses an enviable aura and power…” Under everyone’s gaze, Ye Kong slowly stood up, his words filled with immense confidence.
He hadn’t expected the medicinal power of the Heaven Burial Flower to be so overwhelming. He had thought that even with a petal, he couldn’t break through to the Xiantian realm in one go. But the outcome far exceeded his expectations.
Though the pain he endured made him somewhat fearful, compared to the power of the Xiantian realm, any amount of suffering was worth it.
“Congratulations, Brother Ye, on stepping into the Xiantian realm. Our team has gained another Xiantian expert!”
A smile appeared on Xiao Yufan’s face. With Ye Kong entering the Xiantian realm, the overall strength of the team had greatly increased. How could he not be excited? In this mysterious place, every bit of strength added to their chances of survival.
“I must thank Brother Xiao for his generous assistance. Without the petal of the Heaven Burial Flower, I don’t know how many more months it would have taken for me to truly experience the power of this realm.”
Having entered the Xiantian realm, Ye Kong’s temperament had changed significantly. His previous resentment towards Xiao Yufan had faded. Now, he only knew that without Xiao Yufan’s magnanimity in giving him the Heaven Burial Flower, he wouldn’t have felt the power of the Xiantian realm so quickly.
“Since Brother Ye chose to stay, this is what you deserve.”
Ye Kong’s transformation was clear to Xiao Yufan, who couldn’t help but feel pleased. It was evident that his goal had been achieved.
“I was being petty. Brother Xiao has repaid my hostility with kindness. This friendship, I, Ye Kong, am determined to forge.”
Glancing at the elegant and refined beauty, Ye Kong’s heart was completely unburdened. His affection for Cheng Ying had been nothing more than unrequited love. Now, it seemed that such an outstanding woman could only be matched by the man before him.
“To befriend a young expert from the Qingling Temple, should I consider myself lucky?”
With a playful smile on his lips, Xiao Yufan’s heart was filled with joy. Ye Kong’s reaction was beyond his expectations. He hadn’t anticipated such a significant change in Ye Kong’s temperament after entering the Xiantian realm.
“Ying’er’s status in the Qingling Temple is several levels above mine. Do you still care about my identity?”
With a twitch of his mouth, Ye Kong shrugged helplessly. He knew Xiao Yufan was just trying to ease the awkward atmosphere between them.
“How can that be the same?” Rubbing the bridge of his nose, Xiao Yufan laughed. This guy was as straightforward as ever.
“Let’s not talk about that. Brother Xiao, would you be interested in letting me test my skills?”
Licking his upper lip, Ye Kong’s eyes burned with intensity. Previously, he had lost to Xiao Yufan, and that had left a psychological barrier. Now that he had entered the Xiantian realm, his confidence had surged.
“Since you want to test my strength, how could I refuse?”
With a sly smile, Xiao Yufan narrowed his eyes. Seeing this trademark smile, Ye Kong felt a cold sweat break out on his back.
Hearing their conversation, the others became excited. A duel between Xiantian realm experts was something they had never even seen at the ancient martial arts conference.
“Who do you think has the upper hand, Captain Xiao or Brother Ye?” After the two took their stances, someone standing next to Xie Yuan asked.
“Don’t tell me you know me, asking such a stupid question. You should be asking how many moves Brother Ye can last against Captain Xiao…”
Xie Yuan looked at the guy beside him as if he were an idiot. Xiao Yufan’s strength was like a deep pool, unfathomable. Ye Kong had just entered the Xiantian realm; how could he possibly be a match?
“Got it, got it. So how many moves do you think Brother Ye can last?”
With a flattering smile, the guy quickly changed his tune. Xie Yuan was right; Captain Xiao was so formidable that this match would likely be one-sided.
“At most, ten moves!” Xie Yuan said with an air of authority, causing the others’ eyes to nearly pop out. Was he really that strong, to the point of having no rivals?
“Got it, got it. Then how many moves do you think Ye Brother can last?”
The man quickly changed his tone, his expression now one of flattery. Xie Yuan had a point—Captain Xiao was so powerful, it might be a complete one-sided match.
“At most ten moves,” Xie Yuan declared with an air of experience, causing the others’ eyes to nearly pop out of their sockets. Was it really that overwhelmingly one-sided?
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