In the small woods, Xiao Yan shook his head vigorously, as if trying to shake something out of his mind. Then, his fists clenched, a decision already made in his heart, his eyes filled with determination.
Xiao Yan knew clearly that if he continued to cultivate step by step, he might gain a foothold in the Jia Ma Empire, but he would absolutely not become a true powerhouse.
In that case, he would disappoint many people, including Xun'er, who, for reasons unknown, had cast aside her maidenly reserve and confessed her feelings to him, including the lonely soul in the Storage Ring who had given him the chance to reach the peak, and also... himself!
He knew that although his Talent was decent, he still couldn't compare to those who not only had background and resources but also had decades or even a century more Cultivation Time than him. No matter how good his Talent was, without resources and without Time, it wouldn't work.
If he wanted to become a powerhouse, he had to desperately seize every possible opportunity! Even if it was the Heavenly Flame that could torment a Peak Dou Emperor expert into a miserable state, he had to Devour it!
He had thought that two and a half years ago, when he chose this mysterious black Scroll, he had understood these principles. But when he truly saw the Heavenly Flame, and it was only the Green Lotus Core Flame ranked nineteenth on the Heavenly Flame Ranking, and it had already tormented a Dou Emperor expert to such an extent, he became afraid, he hesitated...
But the current situation clearly told him that he had no Choice, he could only fight, only gamble!
In a trance, Xiao Yan seemed to see a young man, a mere Dou Disciple, traversing Mountain Ranges and entering the Desert in search of a Heavenly Flame. He couldn't help but smile.
He had understood... searching for Heavenly Flames would become his Mission for a lifetime. Only by continuously Devouring Heavenly Flames could he gradually step onto the peak. To stand at the Pyramid Peak of the Continent and look down upon all beings, that required that almost insane level of dedication!
"Teacher, when do we start Devouring the Heavenly Flame?"
Yao Chen heard Xiao Yan's call and stopped the chaotic thoughts in his mind. He once again felt Xiao Yan's change. Vaguely, he actually felt the kind of Pressing Forward Momentum on him that many powerhouses knew they needed but couldn't cultivate!
This feeling made Yao Chen pause in surprise, and then he chuckled inwardly. He had been too preoccupied. He had actually doubted himself for such a possibility. It was just a few decades of Time. Even if he took a break for himself, when he reformed his Physical Body, he could still quickly leave these people far behind!
Moreover, his goal was not the Dou Venerate Peak Yun Shan, but that legendary Realm - Dou Di!
Thinking of this, Yao Chen adjusted his mindset. The black Ring trembled slightly, and Yao Chen's figure suddenly appeared behind Xiao Yan. Looking down at the young man whose body was tense but whose eyes no longer held any fear or retreat, a hint of relief and gentleness flashed in his eyes.
In two and a half years, he had accompanied Xiao Yan, witnessed his growth, witnessed his efforts, witnessed those battles and Cultivation that pushed him beyond his Limit time and time again. He was no longer just the guinea pig he had chosen for his own resurrection!
After two and a half years of practice, it was Time for his disciple's efforts to bear fruit!
"Next, I will take over your body. Yun Shan is not to be underestimated. Let's find a safer place first."
With that thought, his Soul Power quietly seeped into Xiao Yan's body. Then, a flash of white flickered in Xiao Yan's black eyes. Immediately after, he was like a different person. He stepped forward and disappeared from the woods, appearing a thousand miles away.
Moving forward along the Route, after about half an hour, 'Xiao Yan' entered a continuous Mountain Range on the edge of the Tagor Great Oasis. Occasionally, ancient Wolf Howls and Tiger Roars would echo within it. They seemed to be declaring to everyone that this territory already had its master.
'Xiao Yan' paid no mind. He lightly stepped on The Void, rising from a high point. His gaze swept across the lush green mountains and forests around him. After circling several times, he finally chose a rather satisfactory spot. Then, his figure flashed and disappeared, already having passed through layers of dense forest, heading towards a Cliff and landing in front of a Cave.
The location of the Cave was right in the middle of the Cliff. On this almost vertical Cliff face, there were no footholds. Moreover, there was a faint Cloud and Mist Enshrouded around the mountainside, providing a natural cover for the Cave. In such a place, neither reaching the sky nor touching the ground, it was indeed a good Cultivation spot.
His Soul Power extended out, probing into the Cave. Finding no Magical Beasts residing within, Yao Chen nodded in satisfaction. Then, he controlled Xiao Yan to walk inside. Only when his feet were firmly on the ground did he release control and return to the black Storage Ring. Then, he instructed Xiao Yan:
"This place will do. Absorbing the Heavenly Flame is no joke. Adjust your state first and recover to your peak before Refinement."
Xiao Yan naturally had no objection. He rummaged through the Storage Ring for a few Luminous Stones and threw them into the Cave before walking in.
Although the Cave was not large, it was enough for him alone. Using the bright light, he cautiously scanned the Cave. Every small area was scanned back and forth several times...
It was not surprising that Xiao Yan was so cautious. He had personally witnessed the Heavenly Flame he was about to Devour, which could burn even a Dou Emperor level expert into Ashes. Even though he had made many preparations and was determined to Devour the Heavenly Flame, he did not believe that he, a Great Dou Master, could steadily Devour it.
At this time, no amount of caution was too much. He did not want to fail at the moment of success due to a slight external disturbance and be hit by the Heavenly Flame's Backlash, turning into a pile of Ashes...
Even though the Cave was not large, it took Xiao Yan half an hour to finish inspecting, cleaning, and tidying up. Afterward, he cut off a large rock and blocked the entrance of the Cave, leaving only a small gap for air to penetrate. Coupled with the Cloud and Mist Enshrouded outside, the concealment of this place was much stronger, and there was no need to worry about Magical Beasts suddenly breaking in.
After doing these tedious things, Xiao Yan finally let out a long sigh of relief. He came to the center of the Cave, sat cross-legged in front of the large rock, and adjusted his state...
Time flowed by, another half an hour passed. His black eyes suddenly opened, and then he was startled. In front of him, a young man was looking at him leisurely.
This made Xiao Yan's heart tighten. He didn't know when this person had appeared, how long he had been watching, or what his purpose was...
Numerous thoughts flashed through his mind, but the young man just kept looking at him, making him feel unnerved.
Gulp—
Xiao Yan's throat couldn't help but move, and the sound of him swallowing was exceptionally clear in the silent Cave.
His mind raced, and he began to explain, speaking to Zhao Li:
"This junior did not know this was Senior's residence. I apologize for the disturbance. Teacher, help, it seems someone is here."
As he spoke, he also called out to Yao Chen for help in his heart. He didn't even need to think; anyone who could enter this Cave, which was neither reaching the sky nor touching the ground, was definitely not a weakling.
However, he was also somewhat in Doubt. It seemed this person had been in front of him for a while, so why hadn't Yao Chen reminded him?
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