“Zizizi…”
The Divine Dragon Cauldron emitted faint black smoke, and Ye Yang's brows were tightly furrowed. Three whole days and nights had passed, and the temperature of the Divine Dragon Cauldron had reached an unprecedented high. If he increased the intensity of the Star Flame any further, he was genuinely worried that this unique treasure would melt. For Ye Yang, this was absolutely unacceptable.
“Uh…”
Ye Yang let out a light sigh and slowly opened his eyes, only to find Ding Xiang standing in the barrier, staring at him in shock.
“What’s wrong?” Ye Yang asked.
Ding Xiang gulped and said, “Ye Shao Xia, you… you were almost completely engulfed in flames just now. How could you not feel a bit of heat?”
Ye Yang couldn't help but smile and replied, “It’s simple. My physique is fire-based, and I practice the Fire God Technique. Fire Element feels like a natural friend to me. During the cultivation process, both body and soul are tempered by the elements. So even if I jumped into lava, it would feel like taking a bath without getting burned.”
Ding Xiang murmured, “Does that mean no flame can harm you?”
“Well, not necessarily! Flames stronger than mine can still hurt me, even kill me…”
Ye Yang suddenly recalled the Flame Envoy Meng Xiong and couldn't help but take a sharp breath. Meng Xiong's flame strength was far superior to Ye Yang's; he could even kill Ye Yang. If it weren't for Ye Yang's identity as a Fire God Warrior and his ability to freely enter the third realm of Fire God Transformation, he might have already perished under Meng Xiong's War Blade.
Ding Xiang asked, “Ye Shao Xia, are you refining weapons?”
“Yes! I’m trying to melt two swords.”
“What’s the result? After three days, that cauldron is almost melting…”
Ye Yang shook his head and sighed, “The Haotian Sword is forged from Divine Iron, which is exceptionally tough. Even after melting for so long, I haven’t been able to melt the exterior of the Haotian Sword. Although my True Qi strength has increased after three days of cultivation in Boundless Purgatory, there has been no progress in weapon refinement.”
Ding Xiang smiled and encouraged him, “Don’t be discouraged! Even someone as foolish as me has comprehended Earth Level Two power. With your exceptional talent, Ye Shao Xia, you will surely succeed.”
“You’ve reached Earth Level Two?”
"Yes!"
Ding Xiang waved her arm, releasing streams of green True Qi. Indeed, it was a symbol of an Earth Level Two expert. In just three days, she had transformed from an ordinary person to an Earth Level Two practitioner. Ye Yang was greatly surprised by Ding Xiang's talent; it seemed that her aptitude was truly rare. With proper guidance, it was not impossible for her to become a capable General in the Qi State in the future.
Standing up, Ye Yang continued to close his eyes. Holding the Azure Soul Sword, he sent the Star Flame flying into the Divine Dragon Cauldron, continuing his focused cultivation while refining the Haotian Sword within the cauldron.
After a few minutes, Ding Xiang called out loudly, "Young Hero?"
"Yes, what is it?" Ye Yang opened his eyes.
Ding Xiang said, "I once worked with the blacksmith in the village. The Old Blacksmiths used to say that the quality of molten iron in the furnace varies. Some stubborn iron cannot be melted and must have some slightly inferior Common Iron added to it first. You could try adding some other quality weapons for refining?"
Ye Yang took a deep breath and replied, "That's a good idea, but aside from two swords, I don't have any other Weapons on me—just two daggers, which are a drop in the bucket."
"Then forget it..."
"Mm."
...
Continuing to refine, Ye Yang closed his eyes again. His blue robe flowed slowly in the flames, but those flames did not burn his clothes because they were protected by the Starlit Armor. The protective layer on the surface prevented them from being burned; otherwise, just changing clothes would drive Ye Yang crazy.
Ding Xiang felt hungry, ate some beef, drank some fine wine, and continued to cultivate. The Frost Aura surrounding her Circle was slowly melting away, but at a slow pace. At worst, it could continue to protect her for half a month. This made Ding Xiang marvel inwardly; the circle drawn by Ye Yang had such miraculous effects. Such strength was something many cultivators might not achieve even after several lifetimes.
After an unknown amount of time had passed, suddenly Ye Yang opened his eyes wide and shouted, "Ding Xiang, hide in the cave and don't come out! Someone is coming!"
"Okay!" Ding Xiang curled up inside the cave and held her breath.
Ye Yang looked up at the sky and heard a beast's roar. A massive creature appeared in the air—it was a Lizard Dragon covered in black Scale Armor. On its back stood a General clad in black Armor, wielding a gigantic Mad Reaper Scythe with blood-red eyes glaring fiercely at Ye Yang.
"Kid, who do you think you are? Do you know whose territory this is? You dare to step into Boundless Purgatory as a living person; you're quite something! Now tell me, who are you? Otherwise, I won't leave any survivors under my scythe!"
The newcomer was imposing and aggressive, which secretly angered Ye Yang. He looked up and said, "I come from the human realm, here to cultivate for a while. My name is Ye Yang, courtesy name Zi Yu, from Qi State Linzi. May I ask who you are, senior?"
The newcomer had long red hair and a fierce look in his eyes. He laughed and said, "You won't believe it, but I am the scourge of Boundless Purgatory, known as Firebringer. Hehehe, it's been a long time since I've had human flesh to eat. You're tender and delicate; why not help me out?"
Ye Yang smiled and replied, "I don't like bathing; my skin is tough and thick. I doubt I'm to your taste. I think it's best if you skip eating me."
Firebringer cackled loudly, "What a sharp-tongued kid!"
As he spoke, his gaze suddenly fell on the Divine Dragon Cauldron. Noticing the ancient runes floating on its surface, Firebringer's eyes lit up. He shouted, "This... could it be the legendary Divine Dragon Cauldron forged by Azure Emperor Fuxi? Indeed a treasure! How could it be in your hands?"
Ye Yang was startled; someone had their eyes on his treasure!
"Actually, I am the 258th descendant of Azure Emperor Fuxi..." While probing Firebringer's strength with his senses, Ye Yang continued to talk nonsense, "The Void Technique of Fuxi has been fully passed down to me. Hmph! Moreover, he once said that I would be a genius in the cultivation world of the human realm. Do you not believe me?"
Firebringer's eyes were filled with fervor for the Divine Dragon Cauldron. His Mad Reaper Scythe trembled in his hand as he laughed maniacally, "A descendant of Azure Emperor Fuxi? Hmph! Even if the great Fuxi himself were here today, I would still claim this Divine Dragon Cauldron. What a fine item; it's truly a pity for it to be in your hands!"
Suddenly raising the Azure Soul Sword, Ye Yang finished his probe. Even if the opponent was concealing his aura's intensity, he was at most at the level of Starry Sky Level Five. Time to fight!
"You want to fight me?" Firebringer laughed heartily.
With a slight smile at the corner of his mouth, Ye Yang replied, "I didn't want to kill you, but I'm interested in that Mad Reaper Scythe in your hand. It's quite a good item; if I refine it, that iron essence should be useful to me."
"You!"
Firebringer was furious and suddenly swung the Mad Reaper Scythe, shouting, "Take this move: Raging Dragon Split Earth!"
"Boom!"
Flames surged, coalescing above Ye Yang's head into the form of a fire dragon, blazing brightly. Indeed, Firebringer's strength was formidable; this strike was already very close to the peak level of Starry Sky Level Five.
...
"Bang!"
Suddenly stomping the ground, Ye Yang soared into the wind, merging with the sword light. His body shimmered with golden Ancient Runes, having already entered the second realm of Fire God Transformation. In an instant, he elevated his power to its highest level!
"Kill!"
Firebringer sensed Ye Yang's sudden surge in strength. Shocked yet unable to retreat, he unleashed the impending strike, Raging Dragon Split Earth!
With a whoosh, as Raging Dragon Split Earth engulfed Ye Yang's body, Ye Yang vanished into thin air. The next moment, his figure surged and suddenly appeared right in front of Firebringer!
"Thud!"
Blood splattered as the Azure Soul Sword pierced through Firebringer's chest without obstruction. Ye Yang activated True Qi, instantly killing his opponent. The flames burned fiercely, incinerating Firebringer's Soul Crystal Core completely!
Firmly grasping the Mad Reaper Scythe, Ye Yang felt a sense of accomplishment. He abruptly tossed the Mad Reaper Scythe into the Divine Dragon Cauldron. After a few graceful landings, he leaned on the Azure Soul Sword, closed his eyes, and continued refining the items within the Divine Dragon Cauldron.
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