C4 His Inheritance

A bolt of lightning suddenly exploded out of nowhere, transforming into a pale blue glow that descended upon the blood book.

The very next moment, the blood book split into two crimson beams, infusing themselves into the mysterious figure and Lin Yunchen's bodies.

The enigmatic figure slowly opened his eyes, turning to Lin Yunchen with a smile—a smile brimming with sincerity.

"Young man, I am known as Xiu Wuji. You may address me as Elder Xiu. Given my years, having spent several millennia here, calling me Elder Xiu is more than appropriate."

Upon hearing Xiu Wuji's introduction, Lin Yunchen responded with due respect, "Elder Xiu, my name is Lin Yunchen. I am at your service for guidance."

Xiu Wuji heard Lin Yunchen's earnest reply and burst into hearty laughter. "You catch on quick, lad. Since you've already asked, let's get straight to the point. But first, are you truly prepared?"

At Xiu Wuji's question, Lin Yunchen was momentarily taken aback, standing frozen in place, unsure of his next move.

Because Lin Yunchen was unclear about what he needed to prepare for, or rather, what preparations he should make.

With a look of confusion, Lin Yunchen faced Xiu Wuji and inquired, "Elder Xiu, I'm uncertain about what preparations I should make. Could you please enlighten me?"

Xiu Wuji, upon hearing Lin Yunchen's request, turned away and spoke deliberately, "The journey of cultivation is fraught with peril, and death may come at any moment. Are you truly ready for that?"

In that instant, Lin Yunchen understood what he needed to prepare for.

He slowly lifted his head, his eyes meeting Xiu Wuji's with a resolute spark.

"Elder Xiu, I am prepared. No matter how treacherous the path ahead may be, I will traverse it with unwavering resolve, for it is the path I have chosen for myself!"

At that moment, a subtle shift occurred within Lin Yunchen's mindset. It was his initial step on the path of cultivation, but it was certainly not his last.

Xiu Wuji turned to face Lin Yunchen's steadfast look and saw a glimmer of satisfaction in his eyes.

"It appears further words from me are unnecessary. Next, I will entrust you with a legacy that even I have not mastered. The distance you travel on this path is now entirely up to you..."

Before he could finish, Xiu Wuji's form began radiating a golden glow. The light gently parted from his body, coalescing into three luminous orbs in midair.

"These orbs hold the most powerful legacy I possess, one I haven't even fully mastered myself. Now, I entrust them to you, with the hope that you might one day surpass the me of old..."

Xiu Wuji gazed intently at the orbs hovering before him, seemingly lost in memories of his glory days.

He recalled the fierce battles against over a hundred Great Sage experts to seize this chance, never imagining he'd end up in his current predicament, legacy in tow.

Lin Yunchen didn't rush to claim his destined fortune beneath the orbs. Instead, he approached Xiu Wuji, voicing his concern, "Elder Xiu, your body seems to be fading. You appear to be barely hanging on."

A wry smile crept onto Xiu Wuji's face as he heard Lin Yunchen's words. "It's this very thing that has brought me so low. Without it, I doubt I'd have made it this far. Now that it's left me, my strength is ebbing away."

Lin Yunchen felt a surge of emotion, realizing that Xiu Wuji was bestowing his most treasured legacy upon him, even as he teetered on the brink of oblivion.

"Elder Xiu, there must be some way to restore you. Just tell me what to do..."

Lin Yunchen urged, his voice tinged with desperation, fearing that Xiu Wuji might collapse at any moment.

Turning to face Lin Yunchen, Xiu Wuji managed a feeble smile. "The simplest solution is for me to merge with you, letting your body sustain my spirit. Without a physical form, I'm unable to draw on external forces to heal."

Before Xiu Wuji could say another word, Lin Yunchen interjected, "Elder Xiu, say no more. Enter my body. After all you've sacrificed for me, I couldn't bear the weight of your disappearance. You wish for me to journey to the Reincarnation Continent, don't you? If you vanish today, I'll abandon that path forever."

Upon hearing Lin Yunchen's words, Xiu Wuji couldn't help but laugh joyfully, for he knew he had made the right choice. Lin Yunchen was indeed the trustworthy individual he had been seeking.

"Maybe you are the one the Celestial Shining Lord destined me to find..."

As Xiu Wuji spoke, his soul's form grew increasingly indistinct until it transformed into a blood-red beam of light that merged into Lin Yunchen's body.

Caught off guard, Lin Yunchen stumbled and fell to the ground. As he picked himself up, Xiu Wuji's voice echoed in his ears.

"Kid, since you've already done so much for me, I'll bestow upon you a gift. Start by absorbing what's inside those three orbs of light, then I'll guide you on what to do next."

Without hesitation, Lin Yunchen positioned himself cross-legged beneath the trio of golden orbs. The first orb dissolved into strands of golden light that gently wove into Lin Yunchen's mind.

"Ah, it feels like my head is going to burst..."

The light continued to seep into his mind, bringing with it an excruciating headache, as though his head might explode at any second.

In the midst of this, Xiu Wuji materialized as a silhouette within Lin Yunchen's mind, whispering, "Kid, this is the path you've chosen. Honestly, I'm quite eager to see how far you'll go on it..."

Gradually, Lin Yunchen acclimated to the intense pain, which strangely began to feel almost soothing, as if something within him was being transformed...

"The Heavenly Spell, Rank: Unparalleled Divine Arts. Practitioners can forge 972 meridians and master the contained divine techniques to ascend to the Supreme Stage."

When Lin Yunchen had fully absorbed the first orb, he was utterly astounded. He realized that Xiu Wuji had bequeathed to him an unmatched legacy.

"Elder Xiu, rest assured, I, Lin Yunchen, will make sure you see the light of day once more, even if it means opposing the entire Reincarnation Continent!" Little did Lin Yunchen know that this vow would materialize into reality in the years to come.

At that moment, Xiu Wuji was oblivious to Lin Yunchen's transformation. Yet, he noted that the spiritual power within Lin Yunchen had ascended a whole level.

Martial arts in the world are categorized by grades.

First Grade martial arts are considered basic, while Ninth Grade represents the pinnacle. Beyond Ninth Grade lies the realm of the legendary Divine Martial Arts, which ascend from Yellow to Black, Earth, and finally Heaven Grade.

Above the Heaven Grade Divine Martial Arts is the realm of Unparalleled Divine Arts, martial arts so extraordinary they have become legends within legends.

Lin Yunchen snapped out of his astonishment and proceeded to absorb the second golden orb of light.

[Devilgod Body Spell], Grade: Unparalleled Divine Arts. Practitioners of this spell can temper their physical bodies and grasp the supreme Divine Arts within, commanding respect across all realms.

Just as Lin Yunchen anticipated, the second golden orb was another Unparalleled Divine Art. The first orb contained a cultivation technique, while this second one was a body refining art.

Lin Yunchen slowly lifted his gaze to the third golden orb, his anticipation for what it held was palpable.

With techniques for inner cultivation and body refining already obtained, it was time for soul cultivation.

[Heavenly Soul Spell], Grade: Unparalleled Divine Arts. This allows cultivators to harness the forces of nature to refine their Spiritual Force and unlock the Spiritual Arts within.

Once the third golden orb fully integrated with Lin Yunchen, his mind seemed to undergo a radical transformation.

"What's happening?" Lin Yunchen marveled, realizing he could now perceive every change within his body. His Spiritual Force had reached a new height, enabling him to internally view his own physique.

Observing Lin Yunchen's astonishment, Xiu Wuji chuckled and said softly, "Kid, don't look so bewildered. You've simply elevated your Spiritual Force to the Tenth Rank, allowing you to see within yourself. There's no need for such excitement."

With Xiu Wuji's explanation, Lin Yunchen grasped the reason behind his newfound ability. His Spiritual Force had ascended to the Tenth Rank.

Spiritual Force is a power that emanates from the soul. The First Rank of Spiritual Force is comparable to the First Layer in the hierarchy of cultivation realms.

In essence, Lin Yunchen's spiritual state had reached a level on par with a cultivator who is half a step into the Pulse Condensation Stage.

Xiu Wuji's smile vanished, replaced by a stern expression. "Kid, you've fully absorbed the inheritance. Now, it's time to delve into the heart of the matter."

Lin Yunchen snapped to attention at Xiu Wuji's words, hanging on every subsequent word with intense focus, anxious not to miss a single detail.

"You've previously attained the peak of the Ninth Layer in the Body Tempering Stage, yet you haven't truly pushed the Body Tempering Stage to its ultimate limit. To advance further in your cultivation journey, you must now push it to the utmost extreme."

Reflecting on Xiu Wuji's guidance, Lin Yunchen realized his past cultivation efforts paled in comparison. Without Huangfu Xihua's intervention, he might have remained the top prodigy of the border city and never encountered this fortune.

"Tempering your physique in its simplest form involves cultivation, not through the use of precious materials to cleanse the marrow and forge the bones, but by harnessing elemental energy to unlock the seven hundred and twenty apertures within the body..."

"Once all seven hundred and twenty apertures are opened, there will be no one in this world who can stand against you. You will be the one who commands the world's power and lies with beauties in your arms."

Snapping out of his contemplation of Xiu Wuji's teachings, Lin Yunchen wore a look of confusion and inquired, "Elder Xiu, are you suggesting I practice the Devilgod Body Spell to transcend the Body Tempering Stage and step into the Pulse Condensation Stage?"

Xiu Wuji shook his head at Lin Yunchen's interpretation. "The Devilgod Body Spell isn't as straightforward as you imagine. The flesh, elemental energy, and soul must complement each other; they are all essential. You'll come to understand this in time."

As Lin Yunchen opened his mouth to respond, Xiu Wuji added, "Kid, I mentioned I have a gift for you. In fact, that gift has been before you all along..."

At Xiu Wuji's hint, Lin Yunchen's confusion lingered for a moment. Then, catching sight of the Blood Pool nearby, a realization dawned on him.