Stronger with Crimson Modifier

The strongest of those figures from a moment ago was merely at the Nascent Soul Realm.

They were completely incapable of refining Immortal Energy.

Besides, even if they could refine Immortal Energy, it wasn't a task that could be completed in a moment's time.

But now, they could clearly sense the power of this pillar of light weakening as time passed.

It would dissipate completely in an hour at most.

All they had to do was wait outside and find the right moment to make their move.

...

"It's a success! As long as Wang Zhiyuan refines that Immortal Energy, he'll be able to lay his Immortal Foundation!"

Witnessing this scene, Yuqing Zi, the Sect Leader of Taiqing Palace hidden in the shadows, nodded in satisfaction.

Although there had been a few minor hiccups in the process,

Fortunately, the outcome remained unchanged.

An ordinary Nascent Soul Realm cultivator would, of course, be unable to refine Immortal Energy.

But as an Immortal Seed chosen by fate, he was not bound by such limitations.

Wang Zhiyuan was blessed with numerous fortuitous encounters.

Furthermore, under the protection of the Demon-slaying Sword, he was certain to refine that wisp of Immortal Energy swiftly.

After an hour, the Immortal Energy would be completely assimilated by Wang Zhiyuan.

As for whether Wang Zhiyuan could obtain the Immortal Energy, Yuqing Zi was not worried in the slightest.

Because it was a matter of destiny.

Ever since the rule of the Demon Court was overthrown and the Immortal Court was established in ancient times, no one had ever been able to escape their destiny.

...

The pillar of light did not seem large from the outside.

But upon entering, one would discover it contained a Grotto Heaven.

It was an independent space, spanning dozens of miles.

In the very center was a massive spring, in which a pale golden liquid flowed.

This was the Dragon Transformation Spring.

This pale golden liquid was none other than the transformed spinal marrow of a fallen Golden Dragon!

At this moment, beside the spring, three figures stood facing one another.

They were Jin Ling'Er, Wang Zhiyuan, and Hong Yuan.

"Since you're Ling'Er's second brother, I won't pursue this matter with you any further.

The Immortal Energy and the Dragon Transformation Spring here are my fortuitous opportunity, not for you to covet. I trust you will not interfere."

Wang Zhiyuan said with a faint smile.

He unleashed the full force of his Nascent Soul Realm aura without holding back.

Opposite him, blood trickled from the corner of Hong Yuan's mouth, and a fresh, bloody wound was visible on his body, a stark contrast to Wang Zhiyuan.

His gaze toward Wang Zhiyuan was filled with apprehension.

He was also in the Nascent Soul Realm.

Yet he had been defeated after just a single exchange with this man.

Upon hearing Wang Zhiyuan's words, he snorted coldly.

Ultimately, however, he didn't say anything further.

However, a deeply hidden, mocking glint flashed in his eyes.

Wang Zhiyuan, however, failed to notice this.

A flicker of regret passed through his eyes.

The more powerful the members of the Demon Race his Demon-slaying Sword killed, the more Spiritual Energy it would feed back to him, accelerating his own cultivation.

'If this demon before me insists on being stubborn,' he thought.

'I wouldn't mind dealing with him.'

'However, since he knows what's good for him, and he is Ling'Er's second brother, I'll have to let it slide.'

'If I actually made a move, it would surely break Ling'Er's heart and create a rift between us, and that's the last thing I want.'

'Besides, the world is full of members of the Demon Race; I'm not lacking for this one.'

At this thought, he turned to look at the surface of the water.

The golden liquid within... no, it was more like Dragon Blood.

A fervent heat burned in Wang Zhiyuan's eyes.

He could sense it. Compared to the Dragon Transformation Spring itself, the object deeper within was far more important to him.

'Barring any surprises, it has to be the Immortal Energy.'

The instant that thought formed in his mind...

SPLASH!

The sound of splashing water rang out.

Ripples spread across the previously calm, golden surface of the water.

Immediately after, a fist-sized, brilliantly colored ball of light floated out from it.

The orb of light seemed to contain the purest spiritual essence in heaven and earth, shimmering with an iridescent Flowing Light.

The minds of the three people present were involuntarily drawn to it, as if their very souls were being cleansed by the brilliant light.

They could clearly perceive the terrifying Vitality contained within.

It was far purer and more powerful than Spiritual Energy.

'This is Immortal Energy?!'

Wang Zhiyuan's heart trembled.

At the same time, the moment the Immortal Energy appeared, it shot directly toward Wang Zhiyuan without pausing.

It was as if it had been prepared just for him.

Seeing this, the smile on Wang Zhiyuan's face grew wider.

'My future is destined for Ascension to Immortality.'

'The Immortal Energy coming to me of its own accord is undoubtedly the best proof.'

As this thought crossed his mind, he reached out to grab the ball of light.

However, before he could even appreciate the profound mysteries of this Immortal Energy...

In the next moment.

SPLAT!

Flesh and blood flew everywhere.

The hand with which Wang Zhiyuan had seized the orb of Immortal Energy instantly exploded into minced flesh, splattering blood in all directions.

A fierce wave of pain assaulted his nerves, but he had no time to process it.

He snapped his head up.

He saw a figure standing not far in front of him.

It was a Young Man of handsome, almost otherworldly beauty.

It was none other than Hu Qi, who had been hiding to the side.

After he entered, he had remained hidden to prevent his presence from causing any changes—such as the Immortal Energy failing to appear.

That was why he had not shown himself, instead using the Twisted Light to hide off to the side and let events unfold as they may.

He was waiting for the Immortal Energy to appear.

Now, the brilliant Immortal Energy that Wang Zhiyuan had held in his palm was no longer under his control.

Hu Qi had snatched it, gripping it tightly. No matter how the Immortal Energy struggled, it could not escape.

He then shoved it directly into his mouth.

With a roll of his throat, he swallowed it down.

"Insolence! You dare swallow my Immortal Energy? Surrender your life! Demon-slaying Sword, purge evil and extinguish demons!"

Witnessing this, Wang Zhiyuan's eyes looked as if they would split from their sockets, and a murderous rage boiled in his heart!

Roaring in fury, he raised his remaining left hand and began to form a Technique.

The Demon-slaying Sword behind him buzzed, transforming into a blindingly sharp ray of sword light that shot straight for Hu Qi's face.

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