Generally, there are three types of extraordinary celestial phenomena. The first is when high-level elixirs are born, which would attract the descent of Alchemical Thunder. The second is when one reaches a certain realm in cultivation, though this is quite rare, as those who can reach such a level on the entire continent are few and far between. The third type arises when Heavenly Tier techniques or battle skills come into existence. This ‘coming into existence’ usually does not mean that the technique or skill has reappeared, but rather that it has been created anew. For example… creation… Only when some Heavenly Tier techniques or battle skills are created will such a celestial phenomenon occur.
The current sky, however, had no fragrance of elixirs, indicating that it was not due to the birth of high-level pills. As for the second type, it was also directly ruled out. Although Xiao Yan’s strength had greatly increased, it was still far from enough to trigger such celestial phenomena. So, only the third type fit the bill.
The old woman with white hair indeed had remarkable insight. In just a few breaths, she had pieced together the origins of the celestial phenomena through her guesses. “Creating a Heavenly Tier technique or battle skill…” The old woman stared blankly at the tranquil room in the distance, smoke rising from it. Even with her composure, her face was now full of gravity and shock. Such an ability, looking across the current continent, how many people could achieve it? By common reasoning, even Yacheng, having already entered the semi-sage level, might not have such capability!
No matter how hard it was to believe, the reality before her made her have to accept this somewhat harsh truth. After a while, she slightly composed herself, a bitter smile appearing on her face. Truly, the new generation surpasses the old. Compared to these outstanding young people, they, the elders, felt somewhat ashamed.
“No wonder he could be taken as a disciple by Yacheng. Such talent is truly rare.” The old woman sighed softly, her gaze twinkling. After this event, her view of Xiao Yan had truly shifted. Though she had always treated Xiao Yan with courtesy, it was mainly out of respect for Elder Yacheng. Xiao Yan being able to defeat the Fiend Flower Evil Lord with the strength of a two-star Douzong had surprised her, but that was all there was to it.
To her, the Fiend Flower Evil Lord, though formidable to others, posed no real threat. If it were not for the fact that the Fiend Flower Evil Lord was a member of the Heavenly Demon Sect, she would not have let him leave so easily. But although her respect for Xiao Yan had been due to Yacheng, things had changed now. Creating a Heavenly Tier technique or battle skill, such an ability, even she could only dream of. Xiao Yan had given her too many surprises, enough to make this Grand Elder of the Flower Sect take him seriously.
“This young man’s future achievements will surely be extraordinary. Yun Yun forming a good relationship with him will be beneficial to the Flower Sect.” Thinking of this, the old woman smiled faintly, muttering to herself, “Sister, your eye for talent is always so precise and accurate…”
Staring at the thick, dark clouds rolling across the sky, all the disciples of the Flower Sect were in shock. The weather was indeed unpredictable. Of course, there were some quick-witted individuals among them. After a moment’s thought, their gazes turned to the place where Xiao Yan was in seclusion. The moment Xiao Yan emerged from seclusion, such a phenomenon appeared in the sky. If one said the two were unrelated, probably no one would believe it.
“Boom!” Under the watchful eyes of countless gazes, the tranquil room suddenly trembled again. A column of scorching energy shot out from it. Atop the column, a figure stood firmly, levitating on the air.
This was, of course, Xiao Yan, who had been in seclusion for a month. Looking at the strange phenomenon in the sky, he was momentarily stunned. Then, realizing something, he frowned and lightly waved his sleeve. With that gesture, an invisible soul wave emanated from his forehead. As the waves spread, the thick, dark clouds in the sky stopped rolling and gradually dissipated under many shocked gazes.
When the last of the dark clouds dispersed, the gloom in the sky also vanished, and warm sunlight once again poured down, illuminating the sea of flowers and mountains below.
“Has it evolved into a Heavenly Tier technique?” As the dark clouds dissipated, Xiao Yan stared at his palm and then slowly closed his eyes. With a thought, the Flame Decree began to operate again.
“Huff, huff…” As the Flame Decree activated, the energy within a hundred feet around Xiao Yan surged like boiling water. Streams of astonishing energy, dense and tangible, surged toward Xiao Yan’s body under the shocked gazes of many.
For these impure energies, Xiao Yan’s body accepted them without hesitation. As the Ancestral Fire rose, any impurities were instantly nullified. The speed of the Dou Qi circulation in his body was more than ten times faster than before.
Moreover, this overwhelming speed was not just in the Dou Qi circulation. In the steps of energy absorption, refining, and accommodation, there was a complete transformation compared to before. Given this state, even if Xiao Yan were to use the Annihilation Lotus of Fire again, he would not need to immediately swallow elixirs to replenish his Dou Qi. Now, he truly had the capital to be extravagant!
“Phew…” A breath, mixed with numerous impurities, was expelled from Xiao Yan’s throat. Feeling the unprecedented sense of fullness within his body, a delighted smile uncontrollably appeared on his face.
He naturally possessed the ability to fight beyond his level, but all of these required a huge consumption of Dou Qi. Therefore, every time he used his powers, he had to be extremely cautious, lest he enter a weakened state and be taken advantage of by his opponent.
Fortunately, such worries would be rare in the future, unless for special reasons…
“Should be considered a low-level Heavenly Tier technique… No, it should have only broken through the high-level Earth Tier. Allegedly, a true Heavenly Tier technique, once used, would immediately absorb all the energy within a hundred feet. What I displayed earlier still falls short.”
Xiao Yan’s face showed a pondering expression. He hadn’t expected the evolution into a Heavenly Tier to be so stringent. Even the Bone Spirit Cold Fire only allowed the Flame Decree to reach the Quasi-Heavenly Tier. But still, whether it was Quasi-Heavenly or True Heavenly, he had stepped into this tier, and the changes would be immense.
“My strength is now at the Four-Star Douzong level…” Xiao Yan sensed his body. This time, consuming the Bone Spirit Cold Fire only increased his strength by two stars, which, though he had prepared for, was still somewhat disheartening.
If other Douzong experts knew of this, they would probably spit out blood on the spot. The decades of training others needed, he achieved in a month. If that was still depressing, they might as well find a rock to bash their heads on.
“Ah, Four-Star, so be it…” After a brief moment of dejection, Xiao Yan quickly collected himself. He had anticipated this result. To date, he had consumed four types of strange fires. Although the strange fire’s energy was vast, overconsumption reduced its effectiveness. He guessed that if he were to consume strange fires ranked after the 15th, the effect would be minimal, and it might not even raise his strength by one star.
“It seems I’ll have to specifically seek out highly ranked strange fires in the future…” Realizing this, Xiao Yan became speechless. Strange fires were already rare, and the highly ranked ones were even more so. Even if he managed to find one, subduing and refining it would be extremely difficult. Following this logic, his future path of consuming strange fires would become immensely challenging.
Shaking his head with a wry smile, Xiao Yan sighed and accepted his fate. Though a two-star increase was negligible to him, it was still an improvement. With his current strength, using the Tri-Halo Heavenly Fire, even if he met the Fiend Flower Evil Lord again, he wouldn’t need to rely solely on the Annihilation Lotus of Fire. Even in direct confrontation, the Fiend Flower Evil Lord would have a very slim chance of gaining the upper hand.
“Setting aside the Fiend Flower Evil Lord, even if I meet the so-called Nine Sky Overlords of the Soul Hall now, I can fight and retreat unscathed…” Thinking of this, Xiao Yan couldn’t help but breathe a sigh of relief. Since witnessing the strength of the Nine Sky Overlords, he had felt pressure. This guy was only a Nine Sky Overlord; above him, there were definitely Seven Sky Overlords, Six Sky Overlords, and even the Great Sky Overlord.
But fortunately, his strength had greatly improved. Though he wasn’t invincible, at least he felt more at ease. No need to live in fear, and in any future confrontations, even if he didn’t win, he wouldn’t let the opponent off easily.
“How long are you going to stand there in a daze?” As Xiao Yan pondered, a soft, helpless voice sounded in his ear. Lifting his head, he saw a stunningly beautiful face before him, with a hint of reproach on her lovely features.
Xiao Yan smiled at Yun Yun, then suddenly reached out and took her hand.
Seeing Xiao Yan act so brazenly in public, Yun Yun’s exquisite face blushed, her delicate eyebrows arching slightly in a mix of embarrassment and annoyance. “Little rascal, did you get hooked on harassing people?”
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