Volume 65 — Awakening the Artifact
The hidden chamber of the Obsidian Root Palace glowed with radiant energy, the artifact at its center pulsing in perfect harmony with Lin Feng's aura. Petals of the First Bloom spun in a storm of light, amplifying the palace's hidden spiritual currents. The fourth secret had reached its peak—but awakening this artifact would elevate it beyond anything even Lin Feng had imagined.
Caiyi's eyes shone with awe. "Lin Feng… the artifact… it's reacting to you. The palace… it's like it's alive with power!"
Lin Feng's gaze was steady, aura flaring. "Exactly. The fourth secret has shown us control, perception, and influence. But the artifact will enhance all of it—spiritual energy, battlefield manipulation, and even insight into future possibilities. Peach Spirit… guide the awakening."
Host, the Peach Spirit whispered, harmony is crucial. The artifact and the palace must resonate perfectly with your aura. Only complete synchronization will allow the full potential of the fourth secret to manifest.
Lin Feng extended both hands, petals spinning faster, energy streams intertwining with the artifact's radiant glow. The hidden spiritual currents surged, testing his focus, perception, and control. The palace itself seemed to shift, guiding his movements, creating a perfect flow of energy around him.
Caiyi followed, attuned to every pulse. "It's incredible… every strike, every step, every thought… it's like we can see the threads of everything around us."
Lin Feng's lips curved into a determined smile. He merged his aura fully with the artifact, the palace, and the fourth secret. Petals spun violently, energy currents spiraling outward, extending influence and perception in every direction. Every subtle shift in the environment, every hidden flow of energy, became part of his awareness and control.
"This… this is the true potential of the fourth secret," Lin Feng murmured. "Not just mastery, not just battlefield control… but absolute integration with the palace and the hidden currents of energy itself."
The chamber trembled as the artifact glowed brighter than ever, the palace responding in full harmony. Lin Feng hovered, aura blazing, petals spinning like a storm.
Caiyi exhaled, awe in her voice. "Lin Feng… the palace… and the artifact… together, you are unstoppable."
Lin Feng's eyes gleamed with determination. "And now… we will test the limits of this power in the world outside. The next challenge awaits."