The creatures of the Demon Clan fought fearlessly, but the soldiers led by Abel Vance were equally the elite of Draconia.
To plug this breach and make the defensive line of Draconia a seamless whole.
This war had lasted for several days!
In the Trial Grounds, in contrast to the ravages at the front lines, there was absolute silence here.
Aster Grant's perception sea, the outline of the Beastbond Space had already solidified, and his vast spiritual power surged like a tide.
This core not only helped him complete the construction of the Beastbond Space but also resulted in a qualitative breakthrough in his spiritual power.
Beside him, the surface of the golden Light Cocoon enveloping Lazuli spread with web-like cracks, seeping a heart-pounding aura.
Lazuli's talent enhancement was also nearing its end.
On the other side.
Caelus Quinn's injuries had long healed with the nourishment of the Spring of Life.
And Crystal Winslow's Ebon-Frost Ice Phoenix, under the catalyst of the Epic Level talent enhancement potion, had successfully broken through to Legendary Two Stars, its power skyrocketing.
"Crystal, how long do you think it'll take for Aster to wake up? It's been nine days..."
Caelus scratched his head, devoid of the arrogance in his tone he once had.
Since learning that Aster almost single-handedly killed the demonized Final Trial Puppet, his pride and arrogance had shattered, and he had completely become Aster's little fanboy.
Crystal glanced at him lightly, did not answer, and just gently stroked the Ebon-Frost Ice Phoenix in her arms.
Yet, her ice-blue eyes couldn't help but frequently drift in Aster's direction.
Caelus awkwardly touched his nose, just about to turn and leave.
"Buzz—"
The air suddenly trembled.
Around Aster, his spiritual power erupted, sweeping around like a storm!
Crystal felt this spiritual power and her ice-blue pupils contracted slightly, shocked at heart.
Transcendent Level spiritual power!
Although Aster's level still remained at Awakened Tier Six at the moment, the strength of his spiritual power was already enough to rival a truly Transcendent Level Beast Tamer!
He was only missing one talent from being a real Transcendent Level Beast Tamer!
Her arms holding the Ebon-Frost Ice Phoenix slightly tightened, her gaze locked onto Aster.
And at this moment.
In Aster's perception sea.
The pure white Beastbond Space, under the construction of his spiritual power, was fully formed!
Now, only the last step remained!
To fully merge his spiritual power with the Beastbond Space!
Fusion!
Aster infused all his spiritual power without hesitation!
"Boom—!"
In an instant, his consciousness seemed to cross some kind of boundary and entered a profound state never experienced before.
Even with his eyes closed, he could clearly perceive everything around him—
Crystal's fingers gently caressing the Ebon-Frost Ice Phoenix, Caelus' clenched fists, and...
Lazuli, who had completed her talent enhancement inside the crack-covered Light Cocoon!
Aster suddenly opened his eyes and looked in the direction where Lazuli was!
"Crack—!"
The cracks on the Light Cocoon suddenly expanded, and crimson flames burst out from the fissures!
The next instant—
"Boom!!"
The Light Cocoon completely shattered.
In the fiery storm, sacred wings unfolded, and a holy figure stood suspended in the air.
[Divine Angel (Lazuli)]
[Talent: Legendary Three Stars]
[Level: Awakened Tier Six]
[Power: 205]
[Constitution: 207]
[Spiritual: 213]
[Speed: 211]
[Skills: Judgment, Divine Protection, Blazing Angel Form, Song of the End]
[Cultivation Advice: Use Light Crystal, Holy Spirit Marrow Liquid, Angel Sacred Blood to enhance Beastbond talent]
The Two Stars talent enhancement broke through Lazuli's attributes past 200.
Now, should she face the Final Trial Puppet again, she wouldn't even need to enter a Special State...
Just the attribute doubling from the "Blazing Angel Form" would be enough to crush the opponent.
When Lazuli adapted to her transformed body, her golden eyes immediately locked onto Aster.
"Master!"
Aster felt a blur before his eyes, instantly holding a soft little creature in his arms.
Lazuli hugged him tightly like a fledgling bird, her soft cheeks rubbing affectionately against his chest.
"Master, I missed you~"
The joyful tones in her soft voice warmed Aster's heart.
He reached out and gently stroked the girl's smooth long hair.
"Mmm..."
Feeling the warmth from above her head, Lazuli's body suddenly froze, belatedly realizing what she had done.
Her fair cheeks turned crimson at a speed visible to the naked eye, even the tips of her ears became adorably pink.
She hurriedly released him, and with a "swish", the snowy wings closed, wrapping herself in a fluffy cocoon.
What had she done?
Embarrassing... so embarrassing...
Aster chuckled silently, and with a flicker of thought, the shy little creature was instantly transported back to the Beastbond Space.
With the Beastbond Space, Lazuli no longer had to remain in the real world all the time.
Seeing the little girl settle into the Beastbond Space, Aster slowly walked towards Crystal and Caelus, speaking with slight apology:
"Sorry for making you wait for so long."
"It's fine," Crystal's cool voice sounded, "It's a trial we're doing together."
Caelus suddenly turned his head, his mouth open wide enough to fit an egg.
This... was this still the ice-cold goddess who wouldn't deign to respond to anyone?
She actually took the initiative to reply to Aster?
Feeling the burning gaze beside her, Crystal slightly frowned:
"Is there a problem?"
"No, no, no!"
Caelus hurriedly waved his hands, almost biting his tongue, "It's just that I think we should set off, it's been nine days already..."
"Right!"
Aster had just taken a step forward when his body abruptly halted, whirling around to fix his gaze on Caelus:
"You said it's been how long?"
"N-n-nine days..."
Caelus stammered, spooked by the sudden reaction, "Aster, is there something wrong?"
Aster's heart tensed, quickly calculating:
Abel Vance took half a day to bring him here, plus these nine days...
Which means, today was the day of the school-level exam!
With this thought, Aster couldn't sit still anymore.
However, he turned to look at the unhurried Crystal and Caelus.
"You two don't need to attend the school-level exam?"
Caelus and Crystal exchanged a glance, only then understanding what exam Aster was referring to.
They both shook their heads in unison, "We're on a free pass!"
Aster: "..."
Indeed, different people lived different lives.
He still had to exert considerable effort to participate in the university entrance exams, while these two skipped that step entirely!
With time pressing, Aster said nothing more and directly exited the trial.
A blinding white light flashed, and the three of them appeared outside of the Trial Grounds in an instant.
"Great! You're finally out!"
The adjutant, who had been waiting for a long time, quickly stepped forward, face full of concern.
"You were inactive for nine whole days, Chief Vance almost sent people inside to search and rescue."
However, Aster was in a hurry now.
Participating in the university entrance exams and getting into college was the only way to gain more resources.
Only then would Lazuli have the chance to improve!
"Could someone please arrange for me to be sent back to Lythos? The school-level exam will start soon!"
"What?!"
The adjutant's face changed drastically, immediately responded:
"Rest assured, classmate, we will get you back to Lythos as fast as possible!"
"Setting out immediately!"
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