Volume 61 — Expanding the Palace
The Obsidian Root Palace pulsed with radiant energy, fully harmonized with Lin Feng's aura. Petals of the First Bloom spun in a storm of light, each movement resonating with the palace's hidden spiritual currents. The fourth secret had been completely mastered, and now Lin Feng faced a new challenge: extending the palace's influence beyond its walls.
Caiyi's eyes widened. "Lin Feng… the palace… it feels like it's trying to reach beyond itself. Is it… possible to extend its power outward?"
Lin Feng's gaze was sharp, aura flaring. "Yes. The fourth secret isn't just mastery of the palace itself—it's mastery of influence. Every cultivated space, every battlefield, every flow of energy can be subtly guided. The palace can extend its reach, and we can control outcomes from afar."
Host, the Peach Spirit whispered, this is the next phase: influence. Your mastery allows you to expand the palace's energy beyond its boundaries. Be careful—overextension without precision may cause instability. Harmony must remain intact.
Lin Feng raised his hands, petals spinning faster, aura radiating outward like ripples in a pond. Streams of hidden energy extended beyond the palace, subtly influencing energy flows, guiding weaker cultivators, and even adjusting environmental conditions in nearby regions.
Caiyi moved alongside him, attuning her aura to his. "It's incredible… the palace is… shaping everything. Battles, energy flows, even the terrain… all subtly aligned with your will."
Lin Feng's expression hardened. "Exactly. The fourth secret now allows us to orchestrate outcomes across large scales. We can guide allies, neutralize threats, and reshape conflicts without direct engagement. It's control, perception, and energy integration all at once."
In the distance, a group of approaching cultivators faltered as subtle shifts in energy and terrain guided their actions, unknowingly playing into Lin Feng's influence. The palace's power was everywhere, flowing through the environment, unseen but undeniable.
Caiyi's voice was filled with awe. "Lin Feng… the palace… it's no longer just a place. It's… everywhere you want it to be."
Lin Feng hovered above the palace, petals spinning like a storm of radiant energy. "And this is only the beginning. With the fourth secret fully mastered, we can reshape not just battles, but entire regions. The Obsidian Root Palace is now more than a fortress—it's a force of absolute influence."