Chapter 904 - 872: Successive Breakthroughs
This Nascent Soul Pill has been preserved for so long, and it’s unknown which ancient alchemist refined it. Naturally, it must be taken cautiously, and only once confirmed safe can one be at ease.
After a moment, everyone finished their inspection and thought it was safe, so they began to sit cross-legged on the spot and started refining the Nascent Soul Pill.
The elixir was enveloped by magical power, transforming into strands of spiritual energy, swiftly merging into Lu Ping’s body.
At this moment, the Void Celestial Sword Spirit was also watching Lu Ping absorb the Nascent Soul Pill, keeping an eye on any potential dangers that might arise.
Such ancient elixirs are unpredictable in their effects, she couldn’t say for sure.
However, the opportunity to enhance one’s cultivation was right in front of them, making it entirely worth the effort.
As time passed, without realizing it, several hours went by, and Jiuhua True Monarch was the first to react.
The Void Celestial Sword Spirit noticed that the cultivation aura on Jiuhua True Monarch’s body was slowly rising, breaking through the Second-Layer Nascent Soul and reaching the Third-Layer Nascent Soul!
This brought a look of delight to Jiuhua True Monarch’s face. He immediately opened his eyes, observing the situation of Lu Ping and the others around him.
Following him closely was Liu Taixuan, whose aura also showed an increase in cultivation, stepping into the Second-Layer Nascent Soul.
Zhang Tianqun and Xu Dezhi, on the other hand, had no changes yet, due to differences in their spirit root talent and physique.
Looking back at Lu Ping, Jiuhua True Monarch and Liu Taixuan quickly felt that there were ten sword forms rising automatically from Lu Ping’s body, swirling and floating around him.
These ten sword forms sometimes became like the Vermilion Bird, the Cyan Dragon, or sometimes transformed into flying swords, long spears, etc., each emitting different sword intent, each with a unique aura, not to be underestimated.
Feeling the extraordinary aura emanating from Lu Ping, Jiuhua True Monarch’s expression tensed, and the next moment, he sensed that Lu Ping’s cultivation aura was increasing.
Originally staying at the Second-Layer Nascent Soul, at this moment, he broke through, stepping into the Third-Layer Nascent Soul.
Liu Taixuan’s attention was also drawn to this side, just as he was about to congratulate him, Lu Ping’s cultivation breakthrough, and the next moment, he noticed that Lu Ping’s aura continued to rise.
"Is this... breaking through to the Fourth-Layer Nascent Soul?"
In surprise, Liu Taixuan noticed spiritual energy surging around Lu Ping, stirring up a small wave of magical power, catching Jiuhua True Monarch’s attention.
Hoo, hoo.
Under the surging magical power, with three Nascent Soul Pills refined and absorbed, Lu Ping’s strength once again broke through, advancing to the Fourth-Layer Nascent Soul.
Moreover, this cultivation aura continued to amplify.
Until reaching the peak of the Fourth-Layer Nascent Soul, the growth of cultivation gradually came to a halt.
Three Foundation Establishment Pills broke through two small realms in one go, making Jiuhua True Monarch and Liu Taixuan envious, their gazes fixed firmly on Lu Ping, feeling more respect and apprehension towards him.
Don’t be fooled by Lu Ping’s current strength, being on par with Zhang Tianqun, as they are both at the Fourth-Layer Nascent Soul.
But both of them knew very well that Lu Ping had many methods and was hard to fathom.
Just the Thousand-Star Demon-Slaying Sword they had witnessed, entering the ruins to the inside, and then the Qiankun Sleeve Divine Techniques, these three things alone made them dread him immensely.
If he were really to fight with Zhang Tianqun, this head of the Dubhe Institute might not necessarily be a match.
"Hahahaha, Second-Layer Nascent Soul, good!"
At this moment, a loud laugh came through.
Xu Dezhi’s cultivation also grew, joyfully opening his eyes.
"Daoist Xu."
Jiuhua True Monarch greeted with a smile.
Xu Dezhi saw that of the several people, three had finished their cultivation, and immediately paid attention to Lu Ping and the other three’s strength changes.
The increase in strength of Jiuhua True Monarch and Liu Taixuan, both advancing a small realm, was something he had anticipated.
Seeing Lu Ping’s cultivation reached the Fourth-Layer Nascent Soul, Xu Dezhi’s face was full of envy.
"Continuously breaking through two small realms, it really makes one envious!"
Xu Dezhi said with a tone of admiration and continued, "Currently, Lu Daoist’s strength is the strongest among us, right?"
Upon hearing this, Lu Ping merely gave a faint smile, responding, "Just lucky, that’s all."
Three Nascent Soul Pills, this was already the limit for taking Nascent Soul Pills. If one were to take one more, it would basically have no further effect.
The four of them, having refined the Nascent Soul Pills, all completed their cultivation breakthrough.
Looking at Zhang Tianqun’s side, it didn’t take much longer before the head of the Dubhe Institute also had gains, advancing to the Fifth-Layer Nascent Soul.
"Everyone, I apologize for the wait."
Heaven-Fighting Group glanced around at everyone, also paying attention to the changes in everyone’s cultivation.
Not showing any surprise when noticing Lu Ping’s cultivation.
"This expedition, having obtained the Five Elements Spiritual Treasure and improved cultivation, is truly worthwhile."
Xu Dezhi’s eyes shone brightly, as he asked everyone, "Next, shall we head to that Ancient Beast Fighting Arena?"
"Alright."
Zhang Tianqun nodded, and Lu Ping and the other two had no objections, so they all set off, leaving the Alchemy Room.
They proceeded cautiously all the way and, upon arriving at the Beast Fighting Arena, found the architectural style here not much different from the external Beast Fighting Arenas.
Looking around, in the center of the arena was a vast open space, reaching at least ten thousand square feet.
High walls were built around the open space, with rows of seats atop.
It’s noteworthy that the walls were not made of stone but a Tier Four Spiritual Ore known as Star Essence Stone.
This type of ore possesses extremely strong defensive capabilities and immunity to magical attacks.
A Golden Core Stage Cultivator, even using full strength with flame techniques to attack such walls made of Star Essence Stone, would not cause any damage.
Evidently, the attacks from demon beasts here were similar; unless a Nascent Soul Stage demon beast attacked, the walls couldn’t be breached.
Additionally, there existed a large array here originally, isolating the arena from the outside world.
But as time passed, the array’s energy had been depleted, and due to long-term neglect, even with an energy infusion, the array could hardly be revived.
All five of Lu Ping’s group stood here, glancing around, taking note of the environment.
The arena floor looked empty, with no trace of demon beasts, but upon arriving here, everyone felt as though several eyes were secretly watching them.
Undoubtedly, these were the demon beasts.
The demon beasts that had been brought to this arena and survived, reproducing over the long years, were not simple.
In the air, they sensed a peculiar aura, feeling as if they were at a volcanic opening, feeling a certain heat.
More peculiar still, just staying here for a while, they felt their internal magical power roaring, stirring a battle instinct, urging them to engage in a thrilling fight.
