Though the junkyard contained less fire-aligned material compared to the rest, the sheer volume compensated for it. The traces accumulated over time, merging into a steady increase that brought it closer to completion.
The Metal core experienced the most dramatic change.
The junkyard had been rich in metal residues. Broken weapons, discarded alloys, refined fragments, and raw ores all contributed to a massive influx of metal energy. The core responded eagerly, its growth accelerating as it absorbed the essence of countless forged materials.
Even the other cores were affected.
The Wood core gained slightly from the minor traces present.
The Wind and Lightning cores, though still far behind, also experienced small increments, nourished by the residual energies that had been carried within the mixed materials.
Lin Mu slowly opened his eyes.
A faint glow lingered within them.
He lowered himself gently back to the ground.
The elders stepped forward, their gazes fixed on him.
