Her innermost sentiments were a tempest of contradiction, her mind a whirlwind of tumultuous reflections.
[Mission: Intercept Ling Qingzhu within the Ancient Tomb. Reward: Physique +10, Charm +10, Top-Tier Spear Technique Talent. Completed; claim?]
"Claim!"
Lin Xuan opted to claim the rewards without a shred of hesitation—these enhancements were direct augmentations he urgently required in the present.
The initial phase concluded, and the mission achieved fruition!
With the attributes seamlessly integrated, Lin Xuan's physique and charm elevated to an unprecedented stratum.
"You..."
Ling Qingzhu, reclaiming a fragment of rationality, poised to erupt in fury and defiance. However, beholding Lin Xuan's strikingly handsome and virile countenance, she found herself inexplicably mesmerized, the words of rejection dissolving unspoken.
"Refrain from speaking..."
Lin Xuan promptly silenced her.
They persisted in assimilating and refining the lingering energy.
In stark contrast to the prior mechanical dominion of the energy, devoid of all reason, both now engaged with full cognizance, their interactions imbued with deliberate intent.
Lin Xuan's markedly enhanced charm ensnared Ling Qingzhu in a state of intoxication.
As the adage goes, familiarity breeds ease!
Lin Xuan invoked the Yin-Yang Secret Technique he had previously acquired.
Swiftly, his prowess advanced anew, drawing perilously close to Creation Realm Major Achievement.
Nevertheless, the ordeal persisted unabated!
...
Beyond the bronze door, Lin Dong had lingered for over an hour.
At this juncture, three additional silhouettes traversed the sea of fire formation.
They were none other than Lin Langtian and his two companions.
Upon sighting Lin Dong, the trio exhibited palpable astonishment.
"Huh, a mere Yuan Dan Realm Great Perfection has outpaced us."
Wang Yan appraised Lin Dong's cultivation, his gaze igniting with disdain and vexation... How could a Yuan Dan Realm Great Perfection surpass him in speed?
Lin Dong, in turn, heightened his vigilance.
Nonetheless, surveying the trio, he could scarcely stifle a chuckle.
Their appearances bore the marks of disarray; juxtaposed against their formerly imposing demeanor, now charred and blackened by the flames, the disparity was comically pronounced.
Evidently, the sea of fire formation wielded formidable power, inflicting substantial setbacks even upon these three who had transcended into the Creation Three Realm.
Yet, their attention swiftly gravitated toward the bronze door.
Lin Langtian approached the portal, discerning the formidable seal, his brow furrowing in consternation.
"How long have you tarried here? Apart from yourself, have you encountered any others?" He pivoted, interrogating Lin Dong with an air of haughty entitlement, as though deigning to converse with such an insignificant figure was an act of magnanimity.
However, Lin Dong harbored profound animosity toward him; how could he respond cordially to Lin Langtian? He retorted icily, "No comment."
"Hmm?!"
Lin Langtian scowled; he was unfamiliar with Lin Dong's identity, yet a Yuan Dan Realm audaciously adopting such a tone with him.
"Hehe, lad, what is your name? How dare you address Brother Langtian in such a manner." Wang Yan sneered, casting a contemptuous glance at Lin Dong.
"My manner of discourse requires no instruction from you."
Lin Dong retorted without courtesy, his form gradually retreating.
Though resentment simmered, he retained self-awareness; recognizing his inferiority against the trio, he resolved to evade confrontation and withdraw expediently.
"Hmph, courting death!"
Wang Yan brandished his golden spear, thrusting toward Lin Dong.
"Hehe, resorting to violence at the merest provocation—that epitomizes the ethos of your Wang Clan, does it not? I must decline to accompany you."
Lin Dong summoned his spiritual power to deflect the spear's radiance, his silhouette darting swiftly back into the sea of fire formation, vanishing from sight.
"Lad, I shall remember you!" Wang Yan bellowed in rage.
He refrained from pursuit; the quest for the Nirvana Heart took precedence. A Yuan Dan Realm Great Perfection could be addressed upon exiting.
"Let us unite our efforts to dismantle this seal." Qin Shi proposed.
"Agreed!"
Lin Langtian and Wang Yan concurred.
The trio forthwith commenced their assault upon the bronze door.
Boom, boom, boom...
Tremendous reverberations emanated from the bronze door. Within the tomb chamber, Lin Xuan and Ling Qingzhu detected the external commotion, their gazes shifting to the portal with evident displeasure.
Nonetheless, by this stage, the energies of the Nirvana Heart and Youqing Dan had been largely assimilated by the duo.
Lin Xuan surged to Creation Realm Major Achievement, nearing the precipice of Creation Realm Peak. The boons eclipsed those of Lin Dong in the original narrative.
Lin Dong merely progressed from Yuan Dan Realm Minor Perfection to Great Perfection.
Lin Xuan traversed two minor realms
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