He had only bathed in this vital essence for a moment.
His physical body shone brightly, emitting a lucent, glazed light like that of a human-shaped Magical Treasure—indestructible. The aura within his body continued to condense and climb. The vital essence in every fiber of his being was sublimated.
ROAR—
Suddenly, a deafening roar erupted from all directions. The forests quivered, and even the ground trembled.
Qingzhou looked up, his expression changing subtly. He saw a dense swarm of Fierce Beasts and ancient species that had previously fled in fright. Now, drawn back by the rich vital essence suffusing the air, they were rushing back to form a beast tide. The scale was so vast it made one's scalp tingle and inspired awe-inspiring fear.
In the distance, the many prodigies who had arrived late were shocked by the scene. They halted in their tracks, not daring to approach any closer.
"What's happening?"
