Chapter 393: Breaking Through to Dou Sect! The Black Bat King
In the softly lit cave, Mo Yu looked at the golden fruit in his hand, which emitted a faint fragrance, and couldn't help but smile.
"The Royal Crystal Source Fruit, what a treasure!"
Mo Yu knew that, on the Dou Qi continent, besides certain pills that could increase one's power, some rare natural treasures also had special effects for boosting strength. The Royal Crystal Source Fruit was one such treasure, capable of helping a Dou Emperor advance by one to two stars, much like the 'Royal Extreme Pill.'
When he ambushed Elder Black Sword earlier, Mo Yu had hesitated between choosing the seventh-grade weapon in Black Sword's right hand or the ring on his left hand. Considering he wasn't skilled in swordsmanship and the Black Dragon Roaring Sword likely had a tracking mark from Wanjian Pavilion, stealing it could expose him and lead to endless pursuit. So, he wisely chose the ring instead.
This decision proved correct, as from the ring he obtained the Royal Crystal Source Fruit—a treasure he desperately needed.
Since arriving in Central Continent, Mo Yu had encountered many strong opponents, and he became increasingly unsatisfied with his current strength. Back in the Northwestern Continent, even as a Dou Emperor, he could dominate the Black-Corner Region, invincible with his Thunder Gold Orb and Black Gold Thunder Pill.
But in Central Continent, powerhouses were everywhere, and their skills far surpassed those in the Northwest. In the recent battle, the Black Gold Thunder Pill, which could easily kill a seven-star Dou Sect expert in the Black-Corner Region, failed to deal a fatal blow to Elder Black Sword.
This left Mo Yu feeling both disappointed and more determined than ever to increase his own power. No matter how powerful one's techniques are, one's own strength is always the foundation.
And now, the Royal Crystal Source Fruit was like a gift arriving just when he needed it most, offering him the opportunity to grow stronger.
There are two main ways to increase strength: intense training or external aids. Mo Yu had already consumed one Royal Extreme Pill, but a Dou Emperor can only take one in their lifetime. Thus, using pills to improve further wasn't an option.
However, certain natural treasures like the Royal Crystal Source Fruit didn't have such limitations. If he consumed it, Mo Yu could likely break through two more stars, reaching the peak of Dou Emperor!
Smiling slightly at the thought, Mo Yu waved his hand over his storage ring, and a ball of energy infused with a strong wind attribute appeared in his hand.
"The Wind Spirit Pearl!"
This green energy ball was the treasure Mo Yu had obtained from the Wind Emperor back at the Gate of Life and Death on Yunlan Mountain. After centuries of energy depletion, all that was left of the Gate of Life and Death's energy resided in this one pearl, but it still held enough power to help Mo Yu break through to Dou Sect!
Mo Yu's goal was clear: with the Royal Crystal Source Fruit and the Wind Spirit Pearl, he would break through to Dou Sect in one fell swoop!
For most people, breaking through from a five-star Dou Emperor to a seven-star Dou Emperor in just a few months, and then crossing directly into Dou Sect, would likely result in unstable Dou Qi. However, Mo Yu's foundations were solid, thanks to countless battles, and his unique Thunder Physique prevented him from having this concern.
The gap between Dou Sect and Dou Emperor was immense. If Mo Yu reached that level, his combat power would multiply several times over. Given that Wanjian Pavilion was likely hunting him down, breaking through to Dou Sect would provide him with better means of defense.
Imagining the benefits of reaching Dou Sect, Mo Yu's heart burned with anticipation. After taking a deep breath and glancing at Qingzhi, who stood guard at the cave entrance like a statue, Mo Yu felt secure.
He formed the hand seals for cultivation and closed his eyes, quickly swallowing the Royal Crystal Source Fruit.
As soon as the strange fruit entered his body, Mo Yu felt an overwhelming surge of energy coursing through his meridians, rapidly spreading throughout his body. At the same time, his Dou Qi began to increase at a visible rate.
Seeing this, a smile curved at Mo Yu's lips. He had made up his mind: he wouldn't leave this cave until he had broken through to Dou Sect!
As Mo Yu entered a deep state of cultivation, the cave became eerily quiet. The only exception was the figure in the center of the cave, like a bottomless pit, continuously absorbing the surrounding energy.
Time passed quickly in this secluded state. Completely immersed in his cultivation, Mo Yu forgot about the passage of time, as if he had entered a timeless space. The only way he would emerge was upon breaking through.
Determined to achieve this breakthrough, Mo Yu was willing to endure anything. His experiences in Central Continent had made it clear that as a Dou Emperor, he no longer felt secure. In a continent filled with powerful fighters, only by constantly growing stronger could he ensure his survival.
Time flowed like sand slipping through fingers—ten days, twenty days, a month, a month and a half, two months.
During this period, after consuming the Royal Crystal Source Fruit, Mo Yu's power steadily grew, eventually reaching the peak of Dou Emperor! When he reached the pinnacle of Dou Emperor, Mo Yu swallowed the Wind Spirit Pearl, which unleashed another surge of energy, pushing him further down the path to Dou Sect!
On the seventy-eighth day, the silent cave suddenly stirred. The entire surrounding area began to shake, with dense energy continuously seeping from the heavens and earth, rushing into the cave and enveloping Mo Yu.
From a distance, the entire mountain range was wrapped in brilliant, violent energy, creating a breathtaking spectacle.
This disturbance drew the attention of nearby magical beasts, and many watched in shock as they saw the chaotic energy and felt the oppressive power radiating from it. Weaker beasts trembled in fear, while some of the bolder ones eyed the direction of Mo Yu's seclusion with greed, enticed by the extraordinary occurrence.
However, any creature that ventured too close was immediately stopped by massive ice pillars descending from the sky like falling meteors. Qingzhi, with his overwhelming strength, easily kept these fifth- or sixth-tier beasts at bay, unless something stronger appeared.
As time went on, the disturbance didn't diminish—it only grew stronger. Soon, it looked as if countless streams of colorful energy were cascading from the sky, flowing continuously into the cave where Mo Yu was.
With the increasing energy flow, a vast aura began to emanate from within the cave, like a waking dragon, slowly spreading throughout the mountain range. Even some of the seventh-tier magical beasts within the mountains were shaken, gazing solemnly towards the source of the anomaly.
This overwhelming aura quickly expanded, covering the entire mountain range. Under its influence, all but the strongest magical beasts felt a growing sense of fear, scurrying away in panic.
As the mountain's disturbance intensified, powerful figures from within a thousand kilometers also sensed the shift. One by one, their gazes turned towards the mountain.
"That aura... Is someone breaking through to Dou Sect?"
"Wonder which powerhouse it is. To emit such an aura right after breaking through, it seems the Western Region will soon have another formidable expert."
…
In the nameless mountain range, the swirling energy intensified, with vortexes forming above the cave, spinning faster and faster. The roaring energy crashed against the surrounding cliffs, creating deafening thunderclaps.
Perhaps due to the energy fluctuations, dark clouds began to gather above the mountain peak, turning what had been a sunny day into one shrouded in stormy skies.
"Boom!"
Suddenly, the mountain trembled violently, and an immense aura slowly awakened, shaking the entire region.
As this powerful aura emerged, a thin figure appeared, floating lightly in the air. His posture was as straight as a spear, and the overwhelming energy radiating from him pierced the heavens like a sword.
"Dou Sect…"
Sensing the immense power, a murmur of awe and envy rippled through the mountains.
The thin figure stood firmly in the sky, unmoving, yet the tremendous aura surrounding him caused the heavens and earth to tremble.
Dou Sect—the true dividing line between the strong and the weak on this continent. Only those who reached this level had the foundation to thrive in Central Continent. And now, Mo Yu had reached this milestone at such a young age—a remarkable achievement.
Hovering in the air, Mo Yu didn't manifest Dou Qi wings or bone wings behind him. Walking through the sky without external aids was a unique mark of a Dou Sect expert.
Still with his eyes closed, Mo Yu's body radiated a vast, pulsating aura, making him appear like a statue. As his consciousness sank deep into his body, he felt the changes within him. His meridians had expanded more than tenfold, and a thin layer of Dou Qi crystal now coated his meridians and bones, emitting a faint glow.
Clenching his fist slightly, Mo Yu casually threw a punch into the air. The space around his fist warped, and the low, sharp sound of an explosion rang out, like muffled thunder.
This simple, unadorned punch was more powerful than his fully executed Thunder Body technique from before!
There was no doubt—the difference between Dou Sect and Dou Emperor was massive!
"My strength has stabilized at one-star Dou Sect. That saved me a lot of adjustment time, likely thanks to the Wind Spirit Pearl."
Mo Yu muttered to himself. Most people who advanced to Dou Sect needed time to adapt before truly reaching the one-star level, but Mo Yu had skipped that step and arrived directly at one-star Dou Sect.
While it may seem that one star wasn't a big deal, the gap between stars within Dou Sect was substantial, with noticeable differences between early and late stages.
For most Dou Sect fighters, advancing one star could take years, even a decade. So, Mo Yu's progress was nothing short of extraordinary.
Feeling fortunate, Mo Yu was about to leave when he suddenly noticed something.
Looking into the distant sky, he saw a large group of black shadows approaching. Even from afar, he could sense the fierce, aggressive aura they carried.
"Oh, from the looks of it, they don't seem to be from Wanjian Pavilion. Are they... magical beasts?"
Mo Yu paused, folding his arms and smiling as he watched the approaching shadows with interest.
"Boy, how dare you break through on my territory while I was sleeping! Pay up some protection fees, or I'll strip the flesh from your bones and eat you alive!"
Before the black shadows arrived, a booming voice filled with rage echoed through the forest, causing the magical beasts within to tremble in fear.
As the shadows drew closer, Mo Yu saw it was a massive flying magical beast, its huge wings creating powerful gusts that pressed the forest below flat.
On top of the beast's head stood a cold-faced man with a scar across his face, dressed in black robes. His bloodshot eyes glared at Mo Yu, who floated in the air.
Behind the man were more magical beasts, each large and powerful in appearance.
Seeing this, Mo Yu raised an eyebrow.
He knew that many powerful magical beasts resided within this mountain range, including some that could rival Dou Emperor experts and even several seventh-tier beasts.
When choosing this place for his seclusion, Mo Yu had picked this spot because he hadn't sensed any strong beasts within several miles, leading him to believe it was unclaimed. He hadn't expected that the true master of the area had been asleep, which was why he hadn't detected any presence.
"So, the Black Bat King?"
Mo Yu's silver eyes narrowed as he assessed the beast and its strength.
If measured by human standards, this beast was roughly at the four-star Dou Sect level. With its sharp agility and beast-like instincts, it could even challenge a five-star Dou Sect expert.
But even so, Mo Yu wasn't the least bit afraid!
Seeing Mo Yu's indifferent expression, the Black Bat King's face darkened. Just as he was about to order his subordinates to teach Mo Yu a lesson, his eyes suddenly landed on Qingzhi, standing nearby.
When his gaze fell on Qingzhi's scarlet-golden beast eyes, the Black Bat King froze for a moment and then exclaimed in surprise.
"Oh... those are the eyes of the Golden Warhorse Clan?"
(End of Chapter)
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