Chapter 458: Zhou Tong's Resurrection
Lin Langtian expressed his gratitude, but Bo Xuan simply smiled faintly and then said with a calm tone,
"Come with me."
As his words fell, Bo Xuan waved his sleeve, and the surrounding space twisted. Before Lin Langtian could react, he was already within a void-like space.
Swish...
Suspended in this void, Lin Langtian narrowed his eyes toward the front, where the crisp sound of flowing water could be heard. Faintly, a vast and powerful aura of Nirvana surged like a volcanic eruption.
Under this overwhelming Nirvana aura, the dull gray scenery in front of him quickly faded away, revealing a massive, dazzling river about ten thousand zhang wide.
The river glowed red, with its thick liquid flowing slowly. On its surface floated crimson flames—flames of Nirvana that only condense when the Nirvana aura reaches a terrifying density.
Clearly, this was a Pill River, and compared to any Lin Langtian had seen before, it was vastly superior in quality.
A bit astonished, Lin Langtian stared at the brilliant Pill River. To condense such a high-quality Pill River required a terrifying amount of Nirvana Pills. The Hall of Darkness truly had made a grand investment.
"For now, you are the only one allowed to use this Pill River. It should be more than enough to revive your friend," Bo Xuan said, gazing at the river and then at Lin Langtian with a light smile.
Upon hearing this, a joyful expression appeared on Lin Langtian's face. He recalled that during Xiao Diao's resurrection, only a thousand-zhang Pill River had been used. Now, he had access to a ten-thousand-zhang one.
It was enough to revive Zhou Tong.
"Thank you, senior," Lin Langtian said, bowing respectfully.
Bo Xuan smiled, "No need for thanks. Besides the Stillness Token, your care for Qingtan already earned you the right to use this Pill River."
As if recalling something, Bo Xuan opened his hand, revealing a drop of mysterious black liquid.
"What is this…?" Lin Langtian raised an eyebrow in surprise as he looked closer. The liquid emanated intense death energy in the form of black mist—a deadly aura so pure it was terrifying.
"This is Dark Spirit Liquid, a treasure unique to the Hall of Darkness, condensed from pure death energy. Though not as potent as our Dark Holy Liquid, it suits your current needs perfectly. If you're lucky, you may even take a step forward."
"Dark Spirit Liquid… a step forward?" Lin Langtian's eyes lit up with joy.
Currently at the peak of the Life Profound Realm, breaking through would mean entering the Death Profound Realm.
Suppressing his excitement, he looked at the drop of black liquid and asked softly, "Senior, is this for me?"
"Of course. You brought us the Stillness Token. A mere Reincarnation Pill couldn't compare to your contribution. Jiangshan, leader of the Seventh Division, used this merit to redeem one drop of Dark Holy Liquid, so I requested an extra drop of Dark Spirit Liquid as your bonus."
"Thank you very much!" Lin Langtian said, moved.
Bo Xuan laughed lightly, "No need. Langtian, I see great potential in you. If you joined the Hall of Darkness, I'd be at ease with you aiding Qingtan once she inherits the position of Hall Master.
But I can also tell—you're not one to serve under others for long. I've heard about the creation of your own force, 'Heavenly Mansion'. With your potential, it may someday hold its own place in this world.
Take this Dark Spirit Liquid as my investment. I'll soon enter seclusion to attempt breaking through to the Samsara Realm. If I fail… Qingtan will have to take my place as the sixth Hall Master earlier than expected."
At this, Bo Xuan paused and sighed, "Though she bears the Demonbane Body and great potential, Qingtan's foundation is still shallow within the Hall, and her prestige is low. Without my presence to suppress them, the Elders may start making trouble.
So, if I'm not around, and she faces opposition or danger from them, I hope you'll lend a hand."
As a peak Reincarnation Realm expert, Bo Xuan knew the risk of such a breakthrough, so he planned ahead.
He also fully understood Lin Langtian's potential—someone with both incredible talent and the Space Ancestral Symbol.
With Lin Langtian protecting Qingtan, Bo Xuan could enter seclusion without worries.
Lin Langtian nodded firmly, "Rest assured, senior. Qingtan is like a sister to me. If she's in danger, I won't stand idly by."
He sighed inwardly. If things went as in the original story, Bo Xuan would likely fall while trying to break through.
"Senior, is it really worth risking your life for the Samsara Realm?" he asked, unwilling to let it go.
Bo Xuan chuckled, "The martial path is about climbing higher. If one loses that courage, what's the point of merely surviving?"
"You revive your friend. I'll get out of your way now."
With a gentle smile, Bo Xuan placed the Dark Spirit Liquid in front of Lin Langtian and vanished.
Watching him go, Lin Langtian sighed. He wished he could help, but his strength was still too low.
Shaking his head, he turned toward the Dark Spirit Liquid. Feeling the intense death aura, he thought:
"With this, perhaps I can glimpse into the Death Profound Realm…"
After storing the liquid, he murmured, "Connections really do make things easier…"
From the Reincarnation Pill to the ten-thousand-zhang Pill River, and now the Dark Spirit Liquid—none of it would've been possible without the Hall of Darkness.
He quietly instructed, "Aunt Ling, bring Zhou Tong out."
A red light flashed, then faded, revealing Zhou Tong's golden soul.
Compared to when he was rescued from the Demon Emperor's seal, Zhou Tong's soul was now stronger and more stable.
"Brother Langtian… you awakened me? And I feel… better?" Zhou Tong said with surprise and gratitude.
"Thank you for your care…"
Previously tortured by the three Masters of Yuan Gate, Zhou Tong had barely clung to life, his soul on the verge of vanishing.
But now, he felt more solid and revitalized, thanks to Lin Langtian and Aunt Ling's care.
"Heh, no need to thank me. We had an agreement, and I just fulfilled my part," Lin Langtian said calmly.
In truth, most credit went to Aunt Ling—Lin Langtian was simply strengthening ties with a powerful ally.
After a brief exchange, Lin Langtian produced a pill, black and white like yin and yang.
"This is... a Reincarnation Pill?!" Zhou Tong was shocked.
"How did you get this?"
Lin Langtian smiled and briefly explained how he obtained it from Bo Xuan.
"The Hall of Darkness… the hegemon of the Northern Xuan Region? Brother Langtian, your connections are truly incredible," Zhou Tong said in awe.
Even his own master had warned him about the Hall of Darkness's strength.
"Though it took some effort, I got this pill from Hall Master Bo Xuan. Now, it's time to bring you back."
Handing the pill over, Lin Langtian smiled again.
Zhou Tong's normally composed expression turned emotional. He trembled as he received the pill.
"Brother Langtian… thank you! I owe you a debt I can never repay!"
"No need for that. Just help support my new force, the Heavenly Mansion. I've already prepared a position for you—as Elder."
"Brother Langtian—no, Mansion Master—rest assured! I will serve the Heavenly Mansion with all my strength!" Zhou Tong pledged.
Lin Langtian nodded. "Then I wish you a smooth resurrection. Use this Pill River freely to rebuild your body."
Zhou Tong looked toward the river solemnly, deeply moved. He knew actions meant more than words.
With a leap, he flew into the Pill River, holding the mysterious pill in hand.
As the life-and-death aura spread from the pill, the surrounding Nirvana aura scattered in submission.
Excited, Zhou Tong stared at the pill. With a deep breath, he swallowed it—
BOOM!
A violent energy exploded within him, creating massive waves in the river.
Black and white energies swirled, forming a cocoon around him.
Watching from the riverbank, Lin Langtian could feel the storm within.
Rebuilding a body was not easy—it came with real risks.
All he could do was wait and hope.
But given Zhou Tong's incredible talent, Lin Langtian believed in his success.
Relaxing, he sat cross-legged and brought out the Dark Spirit Liquid.
Now was the perfect time to attempt his own breakthrough into the Death Profound Realm.
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