C5 The Ultimate State of the Three Flowers

Lin Yunchen's gaze fell upon the Blood Pool not far off, and a flicker of confusion crossed his eyes. "Elder Xiu, are you referring to this Blood Pool before me?"

At Lin Yunchen's query, Xiu Wuji allowed a smile to grace his presence.

"Not too shabby, you've got some smarts. Indeed, I'm talking about the Blood Pool before you. Don't take it lightly; it holds the essence of Asura's Holy Blood. It may be scant, but it's sufficient for you to master the initial level of the Devilgod Body Spell."

Convinced by Xiu Wuji's affirmation, Lin Yunchen held no doubts.

With resolve shining in his eyes, Lin Yunchen turned and strode toward the Blood Pool. This marked his first stride back into the realm of cultivation, a fresh start on his journey.

As the crimson liquid engulfed everything below Lin Yunchen's neck, Xiu Wuji's voice resonated within him once more.

"Lin scion, from this moment, your mind must be free of distractions. If not, you risk succumbing to madness, and I might not be able to pull you back from the brink. Do you comprehend?"

With a subtle nod in response to Xiu Wuji's caution, Lin Yunchen gently closed his eyes and began to silently chant the mantra of the Devilgod Body Spell: A single thought conjures divinity, a single thought summons demons, the Devilgod Body, all within a thought...

The mantra reverberated through Lin Yunchen's consciousness, over and over, as the Blood Pool, seemingly sentient, converged towards him, making him its epicenter.

Time lost meaning as Lin Yunchen sensed a burgeoning force gently infiltrating his body, surging towards a focal point, eager to forge a breakthrough...

Xiu Wuji observed the transformation within Lin Yunchen keenly. Witnessing the unfolding, a smile of satisfaction adorned his face.

"Who would have thought this youngster's aptitude for understanding was so formidable? In less than five days, he's already nearing the gateway to the Devilgod Body Spell. He's not just a prodigy; he's transcended the very definition of one."

Xiu Wuji couldn't help but smile, as he realized he had discovered a genius—a genius without equal. This prodigy could very well reshape the destiny of this continent, perhaps even the entire world, in the not-too-distant future.

Unexpectedly, Lin Yunchen's influence would extend beyond this world, reaching into the vast expanse of the Fisheye Galaxy.

Three months later, at the Blood Pool behind the Huangfu family's estate, the once crimson waters had vanished, leaving behind nothing but an empty chasm. At the heart of this pit sat a young man, his posture erect and unyielding like a steadfast statue. Abruptly, three bizarre beams of light burst forth from within him, swirling persistently above his crown.

"Could this be...?"

For three months, Xiu Wuji had vigilantly monitored every shift within Lin Yunchen's being, anxious that the practice of the Devilgod Body Spell might lead him astray. But Lin Yunchen had exceeded his expectations, evoking awe in Xiu Wuji as he beheld the tri-colored radiance dancing above Lin's head.

The lights wove themselves into the forms of three lotus blossoms, confirming Xiu Wuji's suspicions.

"Three flowers converging atop, the Supreme Stage!" Xiu Wuji murmured, encapsulating the miraculous transformation unfolding around Lin Yunchen. The lotuses—crimson, purple-gold, and vibrant blue—symbolized the essence of his physical form, Yuan energy, and mental prowess.

These chromatic blooms slowly took on a tangible form above Lin Yunchen's head.

Witnessing this marvel, Xiu Wuji exclaimed in wonder, "I never imagined Lin would bring the fabled Three Flower Gathering to life. It seems I've truly stumbled upon a treasure. Just how far can he go...?"

Xiu Wuji knew of only a handful who had made the legend of the Three Flower Gathering a reality, individuals who had ascended to the echelons of myth. Thus, no one could definitively say whether the Three Flower Gathering was a tangible truth or merely a fleeting fable.

Xiu Wuji had always believed the Three Flower Summit to be a mere figment of legend, yet he was astonished to witness such an extraordinary spectacle on a boy not even sixteen years old.

At that moment, the life force of the entire Huangfu family surged into Lin Yunchen's body, cleansing his flesh and enhancing his affinity with the primordial energies of heaven and earth.

Meanwhile, members of the Huangfu family took notice of the unusual fluctuations in the atmospheric energies.

"What's happening? Why is the origin energy converging towards the mountain's rear?"

Huangfu Jie, sensing the anomaly in the energy, didn't hesitate to burst through her door and soar towards the family's mountainous backlands, determined to unravel the mystery.

Suddenly, Xiu Wuji's brow creased with concern.

"This is bad. The kid's stirred up quite a commotion and drawn his adversaries here. I can't stand by; I must intervene, or the fallout could be catastrophic."

Transforming into a streak of crimson light, Xiu Wuji exited Lin Yunchen's body. With a swift gesture, he converted a portion of the converging energy into spiritual runes that encircled Lin Yunchen.

In an instant, the once-depleted Blood Pool reverted to its original state.

"Phew, I didn't anticipate that setting up a fourth-tier illusionary array would leave me so drained. I need to find a way to restore my strength soon."

Had Lin Yunchen witnessed this, he would have realized that Xiu Wuji was not merely a practitioner but also a Spiritual Array Master capable of effortlessly crafting a fourth-tier illusionary array.

Before long, Xiu Wuji spotted Huangfu Jie hovering in midair, her gaze awash with confusion.

"Huh? I was certain the origin energy from all over the Huangfu estate was converging here. Why is there nothing amiss? Could I be mistaken?"

With no anomalies to be found, Huangfu Jie had no choice but to return the way she came. Simultaneously, the other prominent families had begun to perceive subtle shifts within the Huangfu clan.

"Why has the origin energy within the Huangfu estate become so scarce? Could it be that someone has ascended to the Spirit Sea Stage?"

Within the Lin family, Lin Yi sat on his bed, slowly lifting his gaze toward the direction of the Huangfu family. A glint of murderous intent flickered in his eyes, leaving one to wonder what thoughts were passing through his mind.

At the Moo family residence.

"It appears that some misfortune has befallen the Huangfu family. I hope it's not as I fear..."

Moo Xuan sensed the Heaven Earth Yuan Qi within the Huangfu family's domain had become alarmingly sparse. A flicker of concern crossed his eyes as he watched Moo Qiubai, who was relentlessly practicing his cultivation nearby.

It wasn't just the Lin and Moo families; the other seven major families had also noticed the shifts occurring within the Huangfu family, each reacting in their own way.

Meanwhile, at the Bai family stronghold.

"Spread the word: the Bai family is now officially allied with the Huangfu family. The time has come for a new era to dawn upon this city..."

Bai Ling'er, the matriarch of the Bai family, gazed toward the Huangfu family's direction, having made a momentous decision. Little did she know, this choice would set the Bai family on a path toward inexorable ruin.

Deep within the Blood Pool on the Huangfu family's back mountain, Lin Yunchen remained seated in meditation, oblivious to the slow but significant changes unfolding in the city.

"Is he awakening?"

Ten days later, the integration of a tri-colored lotus into Lin Yunchen's being brought about earth-shattering transformations within him.

Lin Yunchen's eyes snapped open, emitting two dazzling beams of azure light that shot toward Xiu Wuji. With a mere lift of his hand, Xiu Wuji effortlessly extinguished the brilliant glow.

"Your spiritual power has reached the twelfth rank. It's clear that you've not only mastered the Devilgod Body Spell but have also gained insight into the Heavenly Soul Spell," Xiu Wuji observed, well aware that such a rapid advancement in spiritual power was improbable.

Just three months prior, Lin Yunchen had achieved the Tenth Rank. Advancing two more ranks in such a brief span was unthinkable unless the Heavenly Soul Spell was involved.

Hearing Xiu Wuji's comment, Lin Yunchen simply smiled, a silent retort on his lips, yet he chose to remain quiet.

Xiu Wuji caught the smile on Lin Yunchen's face and a wild thought crossed his mind: Could this kid have actually mastered all three Unparalleled Divine Arts at once?

The idea made Xiu Wuji gasp in disbelief; he never imagined Lin Yunchen would attempt something so audacious.

Lin Yunchen's knowing look confirmed Xiu Wuji's suspicions.

Hovering above Lin Yunchen, Xiu Wuji's soul form conveyed a hint of scolding, "You're playing with fire, simultaneously cultivating three Unparalleled Divine Arts. Are you aware of the risks? What if you had lost your mind in the process?"

"But I must admit, you've got guts, challenging such a feat. It seems I'm getting old."

Lin Yunchen's laughter met Xiu Wuji's, their eyes locking with a newfound understanding.

"Now that you've taken on the Devilgod Body Spell, Heavenly Soul Spell, and Heavenly Spell all at once, I'm curious about the extent of your mastery over their divine techniques."

Xiu Wuji's expression turned serious as he awaited Lin Yunchen's response.

Lin Yunchen answered, "From the Devilgod Body Spell, I've grasped the 'Devilgod Fist', 'Devilgod Rune', and 'Void Treading Step'."

"For the Heavenly Soul Spell, I've only unlocked the 'Heavenly Soul Devouring Technique' and the 'Heavenly Soul Seal'."

"And regarding the Heavenly Spell, I've comprehended two techniques: the 'Devouring Divine Art' and the 'Heavenly Secret Divine Art'."

Xiu Wuji's face clouded over at Lin Yunchen's revelation.

He hadn't anticipated Lin Yunchen's aptitude to be so formidable, to have grasped roughly half of the divine techniques from the three major Unparalleled Divine Arts in a mere three months.

Shaking off his astonishment, Xiu Wuji regarded Lin Yunchen anew, as if beholding a phenomenon.

He spoke with deliberate slowness, "Given the circumstances, you have but one task remaining: to master every divine art you've grasped. I have faith that before long, you'll be able to exact your revenge with your own hands."

Upon hearing Xiu Wuji's words, Lin Yunchen slowly lifted his gaze toward the direction of the Lin family's estate. "The errors of my past, I will endeavor to rectify. To the Border City, I, Lin Yunchen, have returned..."