"Are you not afraid of anyone?"
Chen Moxuan felt a chill in his heart but maintained a calm facade, slightly tilting his head to silently inquire with Tiger Brother.
A glint of cunning flashed in Tiger Brother's eyes, as if to say: "Good luck to you."
Chen Moxuan sighed inwardly, realizing that his master’s profound cultivation meant that every move he made was likely under her watchful gaze. He slowly turned around.
Indeed, he saw his master standing not far away, draped in white like snow, her gaze deep and penetrating, as if she could see into the hearts of men.
A smile broke on Chen Moxuan's face. "Master, you’ve come."
His master did not speak but gently raised her hand, a soft force lifting Chen Moxuan so he no longer needed to bow.
Her eyes lingered on him for a moment, as if scrutinizing him, or perhaps sighing at something unspoken.
Finally, she simply said, "I am aware of your intentions, but fate is hard to defy; do not force it."
At her words, Chen Moxuan's heart trembled. It seemed his master’s words held deeper meaning. He looked up at her, a complex light flashing in his eyes.
Turning his head away stubbornly, he declared, "I do not believe in fate; I only believe in myself! Master, I will achieve what no one can stop! Look at the other continents! Which one is developing worse than our Yun Miao Sheng Zhou? Even if there are dangers I am unaware of, I still believe the benefits outweigh the risks!"
His master Shao Lanyin's voice was cold yet firm as she gently shook her head, a hint of barely perceptible tenderness in her gaze.
"I did not come here to hinder your steps. My descent from the mountain is to track the will of the two Divine Generals—Ba and Wu Qing. If I discover anything, it may take time before I can return. You need not feel my gaze on your back as you did before."
She paused slightly, her eyes becoming profound. "Remember, all things in this world have their causes and effects. The changes you pursue may indeed bring unprecedented opportunities to Yun Miao Sheng Zhou, but be cautious; each step may tread upon unknown thorns."
"My absence means you will have more freedom," she continued, "but it also means that all choices and consequences must be borne by you alone."
Chen Moxuan's gaze was resolute, his tone filled with determination. "Master, rest assured; I will prove that my choices are correct. Yun Miao Sheng Zhou should not remain stagnant; I have confidence in leading it toward broader horizons."
Shao Lanyin nodded slightly, her figure swaying before transforming into a wisp of blue smoke, dissipating into the world, leaving behind a phrase that echoed in the wind.
"Wan Xiaoxin, your path must ultimately be walked by you alone."
Long Yunhua and Chen Feng stood in stunned silence. As they watched Shao Lanyin vanish into light smoke, disbelief filled their eyes. At that moment, Long Yunhua's state of mind underwent a remarkable transformation.
Suddenly, two powerful auras burst forth from his eyes; one transformed into the soaring Shen Long, while the other morphed into the roaring Giant Tiger. They intertwined magnificently, exuding an overwhelming presence. In this unexpected shock, he unexpectedly experienced a breakthrough in his cultivation.
Chen Moxuan grabbed Chen Feng and pulled him back. In the distance, dark clouds rapidly gathered, and thunder roared as if even the heavens were cheering for this extraordinary encounter. Three bolts of lightning descended like divine punishment, carrying destructive power as they streaked through the sky towards Long Yunhua.
Yet, Shen Long and Giant Tiger transformed into two beams of light, encircling Long Yunhua as they prepared to withstand the three thunderous strikes! Long Yunhua showed no fear; instead, he faced the incoming thunder with a thunderous roar of his own.
His voice contained defiance and challenge, as if he intended to shake the very authority of heaven and earth. The images of Shen Long and Giant Tiger in his eyes became even more vivid, and the light surrounding him grew ever brighter, as if at that moment he resonated with the universe and borrowed boundless strength.
"Come on! What is Heavenly Tribulation to me? I, Long Yunhua, vow to overcome this hurdle and achieve greatness!" He shouted fiercely, advancing rather than retreating towards the three bolts of lightning.
Long Yunhua stood tall like a pine tree, unyielding. Surrounding him were Shen Long and Giant Tiger, transformed into beams of solid light that seemed to cloak him in an impenetrable armor. The three bolts of heavenly punishment bore down with earth-shattering force but seemed to weaken upon contact with this layer of light, losing their invincible edge.
The thunder roared deafeningly as the lightning twisted like serpents; yet Shen Long boldly met it head-on, striking out with a claw that scattered the lightning!
What valor!
The next bolt came crashing down as the fierce tiger charged forward. The third followed swiftly; it was the thickest and most ferocious yet!
In the midst of the lightning, Long Yunhua appeared small yet majestic. There was no trace of pain on his face; instead, it radiated determination and resilience.
It seemed as if this thunder tribulation was merely a baptism, a chance for transformation for him.
"My fate is determined by me, not by heaven!"
Long Yunhua let out a long howl that pierced through the thunder, soaring into the sky. In that moment, he felt as if he were breathing in sync with the heavens and sharing destiny with all living things; his will was more unyielding than the thunder tribulation itself.
Boom!
With that strike, Long Yunhua collapsed to the ground, unconscious and unaware of his fate.
Chen Feng's eyes widened in disbelief as he stared at the fallen Long Yunhua, muttering to himself. "How is this possible? Long General, how could he be struck by the thunder punishment?"
His gaze was filled with shock and confusion, as if the scene before him had completely surpassed his understanding.
Seeing this, Chen Moxuan gently patted Chen Feng's shoulder to comfort him. "Don't worry, Long General is fine. Just now, he caught a glimpse of my master's celestial aura, which allowed him to break through his mental state and directly enter the Ling Tai Realm."
The Ling Tai Realm was a special realm; it could serve both as a training ground and a means to enhance oneself through Divine Position. If one chose to cultivate on their own, they would need powerful techniques to support them. However, if they opted to rely on Divine Position, the higher the position, the more beneficial it would be for future cultivation.
Upon hearing this, Chen Feng furrowed his brow, clearly still worried about Long Yunhua's condition. "But being struck by the thunder punishment like that... is he really okay?"
Chen Moxuan smiled slightly, his eyes revealing determination. "Rest assured, Long General's will is strong. This thunder punishment is more like a baptism for him. I believe he will pull through."
As soon as he finished speaking, Long Yunhua's body trembled slightly on the ground. Suddenly, a powerful aura surged from within him, shooting up into the sky. He slowly opened his eyes, which sparkled with an unprecedented brilliance, as if he had undergone a complete rebirth.
"I... I'm fine!" Although Long Yunhua's voice was weak, it was filled with determination. "I did it! I finally did it!"
Long Yunhua wept tears of joy!
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