Chapter 607: A Marvel of Nature
Deep within the Void Lightning Pool, a figure was repeatedly struck by Black Demon Lightning and sent flying. However, each time, the figure absorbed the power of the Black Demon Lightning, strengthening its own physical toughness.
After being hurled away by a massive bolt of Black Demon Lightning, a hundred meters long, Xiao Ze gestured for the figure to return. The Northern Dragon King's body, forged like special mysterious iron, swiftly returned to Xiao Ze's side. Xiao Ze examined the Northern Dragon King, nodding with satisfaction. The Northern Dragon King's strength had reached a point where it could now compete with a Six-Star Dou Saint based solely on physical prowess.
"This is indeed an excellent puppet, but the tempering effect of the Black Demon Lightning is no longer sufficient. It's time to use the Nine Mystical Golden Thunder," Xiao Ze said as he gathered a dazzling golden thunderball in his hand.
Given the potential growth ceiling of the Northern Dragon King's body, it certainly wasn't limited to just a Six-Star Dou Saint. However, the Black Demon Lightning could no longer enhance it further. It was time to utilize an even stronger thunder force, and Xiao Ze possessed just that with the Nine Mystical Golden Thunder, without having to disturb the core area of the Void Lightning Pool.
Moreover, although the Nine Mystical Golden Thunder had developed sentience, its mastery over its power might still not match Xiao Ze's. As the creator of the Northern Dragon King, Xiao Ze knew the puppet inside and out, making the tempering process more manageable under his control.
Xiao Ze pressed the golden thunderball against the Northern Dragon King's chest. Instantly, the thunderball spread like a liquid, eventually covering the puppet's body entirely. It appeared as though the body was enveloped in a golden membrane, without a single spark of lightning visible. However, beneath the golden glow, the Northern Dragon King's body continuously absorbed the power of the Nine Mystical Golden Thunder.
Under Xiao Ze's control, the Nine Mystical Golden Thunder provided an all-around enhancement to the puppet, fine-tuning every inch of flesh and every bone. Such a level of tempering, whether by the Black Demon Lightning or the core region's Nine Mystical Golden Thunder, was not possible. Only Xiao Ze's formidable control of energy could achieve such a feat.
Observing the rate at which the Nine Mystical Golden Thunder was being consumed, Xiao Ze thought for a moment and then stored the Northern Dragon King's body back into his storage ring. "Based on this rate of consumption, replenishing the Nine Mystical Golden Thunder every three days is manageable. However, the energy consumed to create this thunderball is extreme; it's probably enough for me to execute a hundred high-level Dou techniques."
Xiao Ze shook his head. Only a puppet body like the Northern Dragon King could absorb his power in such a manner. If anyone else dared to absorb the Nine Mystical Golden Thunder, even a trace of it would be exceedingly painful, let alone to the extent the Northern Dragon King did.
"Since there's no need to stay at the Void Lightning Pool any longer, it's better to return to the Ancient Dragon Island first." With that thought, Xiao Ze disappeared from the depths of the Void Lightning Pool.
Soon after, he returned to the Ancient Dragon Island, which was now as vast as a small continent. Given the species residing there were enormous dragons, thousands of meters in size, the island's scale was naturally immense. Furthermore, much of the island had been expanded using spatial power.
Places like the ancient dragon graveyard, where the remains of the Taixu Ancient Dragons were buried, appeared from the outside like a massive dragon-shaped mountain range, but inside, the space was hundreds or thousands of times larger. Living Taixu Ancient Dragons could transform into human shape, which saved space. However, the same could not be said for the dead ones. Over the millennia, countless ancient dragons had been buried there, making the graveyard's space even more extensive than the entire island.
Sensing Xiao Ze's return, a beam of purple-gold light, signifying Ziyan with her Phoenix wings, appeared first. Medusa's rainbow light followed closely, and finally, a belated cyan light revealed Qing Lin's figure.
Noticing this scene, Qing Lin's eyes showed an almost imperceptible hint of loss, feeling left behind in power compared to her sisters. Her thoughts briefly crossed her mind before she smiled brightly and cheerfully greeted, "Master Xiao Ze, you've returned."
Xiao Ze nodded and playfully ruffled Qing Lin's hair. "It's been a while. It's a pity that snake-like magical beasts of Dou Saint level are extremely rare on the Dou Qi Continent, or else I'd capture a few for you to contract."
"That's alright, Master Xiao Ze, as long as I can be by your side," Qing Lin hurriedly responded, while Xiao Ze thoughtfully rubbed her head.
Indeed, magical beasts of Dou Saint level were scarce on the Dou Qi Continent. Due to their bloodline limitations, it was nearly impossible for them to ascend to the Dou Saint level if their bloodlines weren't strong enough.
Human cultivators were similarly limited by talent, with many unable to make any significant achievements in cultivation, some not even surpassing the Fighter stage. Stagnation at a certain stage was common among human cultivators, which is why those who continually broke through and advanced were so notable.
Similarly, for magical beasts, those known as first or second order remained within those limits from birth to death. Thus, Dou Saint level snake-like beasts typically possessed ancient and powerful bloodlines. These creatures either had long-lost lineages or were hidden in unknown corners of the Dou Qi Continent, making it improbable for them to gather in groups.
This also rendered Qing Lin's Bi Snake Tri-Pupils relatively useless. Hearing their conversation, Ziyan and Medusa exchanged glances, feeling somewhat powerless. Although their own powerful bloodlines allowed them to advance without restrictions, they couldn't help Qing Lin.
After a moment of thought, Xiao Ze smiled at Qing Lin, "Don't worry, I won't let you fall too far behind. If all else fails, I'll just have you eat high-level medicinal pills like candy."
Hearing Xiao Ze's words, Qing Lin's eyes moistened, tears glittering as she nodded vigorously, "Qing Lin believes in Master Xiao Ze!"
"Alright, it's not a farewell. Why make it so sentimental?" Ziyan called everyone back into the Ancient Dragon Island. Various exotic fruits were displayed on the table for them to enjoy, and once everyone was seated, Ziyan asked Xiao Ze, "Xiao Ze, what are your plans next?"
"Considering the time, the millennium phenomenon of the twin moons in the sky and the alignment of nine stars—a marvel of nature—isn't far off."
At the mention of this natural wonder, the three women looked at Xiao Ze, their eyes filled with a hint of confusion.
Xiao Ze smiled slightly and explained, "I've learned from ancient texts that such a phenomenon will trigger a tidal force of heaven and earth. At that time, the third-ranked powerful flame on the Exotic Flame List—the Pure Lotus Demon Flame—will descend to the world!"
Hearing this, Medusa, Qing Lin, and Ziyan were all surprised, their eyes widening. They had not expected that this celestial phenomenon would involve the powerful existence of the Pure Lotus Demon Flame!
(End of Chapter)