I proved immortality through the imperial examination.

Chapter 188 Arm Wrestling (Life and Death are Illusions, Silver Alliance 2)

Xue Xiang stood solemnly, but raised his voice so that all the great demons watching the battle could hear him clearly: "I have always admired the Shaodian family. Today we meet, and even if we fight, there is no need to hurt our harmony."

Swords drawn and bloodshed are inevitable, resulting in mutual destruction; a peaceful approach is worse than a physical fight.

Xue Xiang smiled, his mind racing with thoughts.

He had long anticipated that Shao Dian Mingzhang, being young and impetuous, would be obsessed with saving face, especially under the watchful eyes of many powerful demons.

As long as we go to great lengths to elevate the status of Shaodian Mingzhang, we can definitely maintain a firm grip on the strategic initiative.

Moreover, he is currently only in the form of a demon, possessing immense power, but has nowhere to unleash it.

As for cultivation level, it is far inferior to Shao Dian Ming Zhang.

Only through literary means can one maximize strengths and minimize weaknesses.

As soon as he finished speaking, a low murmur arose around the suspended stone.

All the hundred or so great demons stared intently, clearly not expecting Xue Xiang to make such a request.

Shao Dian Mingzhang flicked his sleeves, his white robes billowing, a hint of surprise in his eyes, but it was quickly replaced by sharpness and arrogance.

He coldly uttered four words: "What is a literary attack?"

Xue Xiang shouted, "How about an arm wrestling match?"

As soon as these words came out, the whole place was in an uproar.

"Arm wrestling? This kid's weird."

"What a joke! Daring to compete with Young Master Shaodian in arm strength? Who does he think he is?"

"However, compared to a life-or-death struggle or a brutal collision, an arm wrestling match is fair."

"........."

Shao Dian Ming Zhang was also stunned.

In all his years, this was the first time he had ever heard of such a unique way of fighting.

Then Xue Xiang said loudly, "If Brother Shaodian is not good at strength competition, you can come up with a plan, and I will accompany you."

These words were spoken casually, yet they subtly provoked.

As expected, Shao Dian raised an eyebrow, his arrogance growing even stronger: "What a joke! My Shao Dian clan is descended from the ancient Great Peng."

Since ancient times, people have entered the Dao through strength, so why should they fear competing in strength?
Since you insist on arm wrestling, I'll play with you and make sure you lose convincingly.

In the distance, a powerful demon chuckled softly, "As expected of the heir of the Shaodian family, what a spirit."

"What a pity, I was hoping to see a fierce battle, but now it's not interesting."

"That's not necessarily true. Xiong Jingang gained fame more than ten years ago and is no ordinary person. The Shaodian family is a powerful clan in the country, and the strength of Young Master Shaodian is known throughout the Demon Realm."

"........."

Amidst the murmurs of the demons, Shao Dian Mingzhang leaped and landed on a nearby suspended boulder.

The giant rock floated like a mountain, its surface mottled and ancient, as if it had broken off from the seabed.

He raised his palm and pressed down gently. The boulder shook violently, and several cracks spread from its surface, sending up stone chips like rain.

With a muffled "boom," the outer shell of the boulder cracked open, revealing a smooth and solid inner layer of rock.

"This stone bone can be used as a platform."

After Shao Dian Mingzhang coldly shouted, he lifted the massive stone bone weighing tens of thousands of pounds with one arm and placed it on a suspended rock.

Xue Xiang leaped forward and landed on the opposite side.

Its demonic appearance, with its blue face and fangs, looked even more ferocious in the wind.

The two stood facing each other across the rocks, their auras clashing invisibly, creating invisible waves of energy that sent stone chips flying through the air.

As soon as the two got into position, a group of powerful demons swarmed forward, completely surrounding the battle platform.

Suddenly, several powerful forces burst through the air, scattering the great demons.

The group of powerful demons then realized that there were more than ten Nascent Soul seniors hiding in the depths of the void watching the battle, and that they had blocked their best viewing positions.

The group of powerful demons quickly dispersed.

Xue Xiang and Shao Dian Mingzhang stood on either side of the stone platform, their arms outstretched and palms clasped together.

The two said "Please" in unison, and in an instant, the stone platform made a loud noise, as if the mountains were shaking.

The powerful demons watching from all sides held their breath, their eyes burning with intensity.

Shao Dian Mingzhang smiled coldly, his brows full of contempt: "You Xiong Jingang, you might as well strike first."

If I had struck first, this match would probably have ended before it even began.

Xue Xiang lowered his gaze slightly, "Excuse me."

After saying that, he suddenly exerted his strength, and the veins in his arms bulged out, his tendons writhing like dragons.

boom--

A tremendous force suddenly pressed down, as if mountains and seas were collapsing.

The stone platform instantly emitted a "crackling" sound, and stone chips flew everywhere.

Shao Dianming's expression changed drastically. His arm was immediately pressed down, and he was just an inch away from being knocked down onto the stone platform.

A look of horror flashed across his eyes, and he then exerted all his strength to reverse the downward trend and avoid being crushed by a single blow.

"How can it be!"

The surrounding demons were all dumbfounded:

"What a terrifying force!"

"As expected of the renowned Bear King Kong, he has not appeared in the world for ten years, and when he does, he is still astonishing!"

"Young Master Shaodian was almost defeated in an instant."

The murmurs rose and fell, shaking the entire void.

Shao Dianming gritted his teeth, a low groan escaping from his chest.

With a roar, golden light suddenly burst forth from his arm, as if his entire arm was enveloped in golden flames.

He instantly mobilized 80% of his power, and with a deafening roar, the stone platform shook again, and the surrounding rocks collapsed.

Xue Xiang's wrist was pushed back, and the two were even again.

Shao Dian Mingzhang breathed a sigh of relief and said coldly, "So this is all you've got. Now it's my turn."

He had barely finished speaking when he continued to pour in more energy.

Strangely, his arm was once again bent little by little by the overwhelming force coming from Xue Xiang's arm.

ka ka ka-

The sound was like rolling thunder, and the cracks in the stone platform widened again.

"This, this... it's been pushed back down again!"

"Isn't it time for Young Master Shaodian to make his move...?"

"Bear King Kong still has energy left! That's terrifying."

The screams of the demons surged like a tidal wave.

Youxiong Jinzun was dumbfounded.

Others may not know Xue Xiang's background, but he does.

A human has managed to acquire such terrifying power in a short period of time by refining the morning and evening dew.

This was simply beyond his knowledge.

At this moment, he even wanted to believe that Xue Xiang had indeed cultivated an unparalleled Dao foundation.

What's even stranger is that deep down, he didn't have the slightest hope that Shao Dianming would win.

However, fundamentally speaking, Shaodian Mingzhang is his kind.

The clamor of discussion burned like a fire, making Shao Dianming's face turn red.

His eyes suddenly turned cold, his expression became extremely solemn, and with a loud shout, his body was filled with spiritual light, the golden light shining like the sun, illuminating all directions.

In an instant, he mobilized all his strength, his arm bones vibrating as if a mountain were collapsing.

Suddenly, their arms were level again, locked in a stalemate.

A powerful aura erupted between the two men's arms, causing the clouds in the sky to churn violently.

"Crack!"

Suddenly, with a loud bang, the suspended stone beneath their feet abruptly cracked, the fissures spreading out like a spider web, sending stone chips flying everywhere.

"What terrifying force!"

"Even this suspended rock couldn't hold up!"

Amid cries of alarm, the central stone pillar shattered with a deafening roar, turning into countless fragments that plunged into the vast sea.

The two men suddenly lost their support and were violently separated.

The void trembled, and two violent auras shot straight into the sky, as if they were going to tear the clouds apart.

At the same time, the powerful demons watching the battle seemed to have witnessed a thrilling duel, and they couldn't help but shout loudly.

Xue Xiang lightly straightened his clothes, cupped his hands to Shao Dian Mingzhang, and said, "Brother Mingzhang, how about a draw?"

That purple dewdrop, I would give it to you.

Shao Dian Mingzhang's fair and handsome face was flushed red as he glared at Xue Xiang and said, "A win is a win, and a loss is a loss. How can you say it's a draw?"

He was the young master of the prestigious Shaodian family, and was known as a young demon unmatched below the Nascent Soul stage.

If we fail to defeat Youxiong Jingang today, we'll lose face completely.

"Indeed! Young Master Shaodian's heroic spirit soars to the heavens; how can this contest end in a draw!"

"This is what it means for heroes to clash; we certainly can't let it end so hastily!"

"Only the strong are worthy of the purple morning and evening dew!"

Those who came to watch the spectacle only wished the spectacle was more exciting.

As soon as Shao Dianming expressed his opinion, they all started making a fuss.

Suddenly, a soft laugh came from the depths of the void, the sound like the clinking of gold and jade, clear and melodious, "Haha, it's rare to have such a passionate competition. The stone platform can no longer support the great power of you two young friends, so let's use this jade table for drinking tea."

Suddenly, a beam of light pierced the sky, and a jade table as white as snow flew over and slowly landed on the suspended stone not far away.

The desktop is crystal clear, shimmering with light, and runes flicker among its textures, clearly indicating that it is an extraordinary magical artifact.

Xue Xiang and Shao Dian Mingzhang leaped toward the suspended stone at the same time, and stood on either side of the jade table again.

The jade table was crystal clear, with runes flowing like water, as if it could withstand the power of heaven and earth.

Xue Xiang and Shao Dian Mingzhang stood on either side, their eyes meeting, and silent sparks flew in the air.

Shao Dian Mingzhang let out a long roar, his white robes fluttering wildly, and his figure suddenly rose higher amidst the flames.

In the blink of an eye, he had transformed into a giant roc demon, its back as sturdy as a mountain, its wings not even spread, yet its aura was already so oppressive that it was hard to breathe.

Its feathers, as black as lacquer and as white as iron, gleamed with a cold metallic luster, layer upon layer, like a natural suit of armor.

He looked down at Xue Xiang, his eyes cold and sharp as knives, his pupils reflecting a murderous aura.

However, the arm he placed on the jade table still retained the shape of a human arm, except that the tendons bulged, and the veins were coiled like iron chains, with power surging and roaring within.

"Young Master Shaodian has used his innate human form!"

"It truly is the bloodline of the ancient Great Roc—this is the true inheritance of the Shaodian family!"

Exclamations arose from all sides, and the demons' discussions surged like a tide.

Many powerful demons had flames flashing in their eyes, as if they had seen some ancient power that was unmatched.

Shao Dian Mingzhang gave a cold snort, and his palm once again clashed with Xue Xiang's giant palm. Their energy collided violently, and the jade table suddenly trembled.

Runes flashed wildly, the desktop rippled like water, and the surrounding air was compressed into transparent vortices.

Xue Xiang was suddenly filled with inexplicable excitement. He vaguely felt that the opportunity to test the limits of his strength had arrived.

"The game ends here. With Xiong Jingang, you were able to force me to unleash my innate power. You have every reason to be proud."

Shao Dian Mingzhang's expression was cold and menacing. After giving a cold shout, he suddenly exerted force in his arm, as if a mountain had collapsed.

The edges of the jade table immediately began to crackle, and chaotic rune light spread out, crawling all over the tabletop like a spider web.

Xue Xiang's arm was pressed down several inches, his joints cracked, veins bulged, as if it were about to break.

"Young Master Shaodian is going to win!"

"This is the true terror of the Roc bloodline!"

"No matter how powerful Xiong Jingang is, he is no match for Young Master Shaodian."

The surrounding demons were abuzz with discussion, their voices rising so high they seemed to drown out the mighty sea breeze.

Just when everyone thought the situation was settled, Xue Xiang suddenly spoke up, "Brother Shaodian, shall we increase our efforts?"

These words immediately caused an uproar.

"This is impossible!"

"How could someone compressed like this possibly still be able to speak!"

"This Xiong Jingang is too strange. His power is too strong and inexhaustible, as if it were a bottomless pit."

"........."

Shock spread like wildfire.

Not far away, Xiong Jinzun's eyes bulged out, filled with excitement and hope.

Shao Dianming's expression changed drastically, and for the first time, panic appeared in his eyes.

He mustered all his strength to try and steady his arm, and Xue Xiang's internal energy suddenly surged.

His originally thick arm suddenly swelled to twice its original size, with layers of muscles bulging out like piled-up rocks, and veins running like iron chains.

The bones rumbled and pounded beneath the skin, like the cacophony of war drums.

boom!
Xue Xiang's entire arm, imbued with irresistible force, instantly bent Shao Dian Mingzhang's arm.

Shao Dian Ming Zhang roared wildly, his wings spread rapidly, his back blazed with light and flames, his aura surged like a storm, and his entire arm seemed to be on fire, yet he still could not withstand the overwhelming power.

ka ka ka-

Shao Dianmingzhang's arm bent little by little, and the runes on the jade table flashed wildly, the light like flowing fire.

With a loud "bang," Shao Dianmingzhang's entire arm was slammed onto the jade table, creating a deafening sound.

silence.

Deathly silence.

It was as if the heavens and earth had held their breath.

Then, cheers erupted like a tsunami.

The demons themselves didn't know why they were cheering; it seemed that their emotions had reached this point, and it would be abnormal not to cheer.

After all, the underdog triumphing over the strong is always the most thrilling spectacle.

Xue Xiang withdrew his hand, bowed to Shao Dianming Zhang, and said, "Thank you for your kind offer."

Shao Dianming, who had reverted to human form, had his handsome face contorted with shame, anger, and rage. With a flick of his sleeve, he transformed into a rainbow of light and vanished in a flash.

Just then, the sky trembled, and the solitary, unfallen purple morning dew streaked with dazzling light, flying straight towards Xue Xiang. He reached out and grasped the purple morning dew firmly in his hand.

Upon touching it, my palm felt icy cold, yet exuded a powerful spiritual aura, as if I were holding the purest star in the world.

All the demons held their breath, their eyes filled with indescribable complex emotions.

Suddenly, the overwhelming sense of oppression vanished instantly.

Clearly, the Nascent Soul stage demons are beginning to withdraw.

Immediately afterwards, another beam of light streaked down from the void.

It was an ancient token, its surface runes rolling like sand, reflecting a pale green glow.

Accompanying the token was that familiar, lazy voice, "Not bad, little guy. You didn't embarrass this old man. Come visit Liusha River sometime."

As the sound subsided, the last terrifying pressure also vanished from this airspace.

........................

At the mountaintop, clouds and mist swirled.

A magnificent hall stands tall and spacious, with upturned eaves.

This is the ancestral hall of the Shaodian family.

The hall was silent.

Shao Dian Youqing sat upright in the main seat.

His face was aged, with high and broad brow bones. He wore a green robe and sat with his eyes closed, looking like an unshakable sacred mountain.

Shao Dian Mingzhang walked in from outside, his face gloomy. He entered and knelt before Shao Dian Youqing.

"Famous seal."

Shao Dian Youqing opened his eyes, his pupils flashing like lightning, instantly brightening the hall.

Shao Dian Mingzhang lowered his head and said in a deep voice, "Your grandson is incompetent and was defeated by that Xiong Jingang, bringing shame to the family."

Please punish him, Grandpa.

Shaodian Youqing slowly raised his hand, gesturing for him to come closer.

"Losing a mere contest of skill is considered shameful? Do you think your grandfather's journey over the past thousand years has been all smooth sailing? The ups and downs encountered on the path of life are merely whetstones. If you can't even withstand this kind of setback, how can you shoulder the future of the Shaodian clan?"

His voice was not loud, but it was deep and resonant like a bell.

Shao Dianming was startled.

He looked up and saw that Shao Dian Youqing's expression was calm and composed, showing no anger but rather a hint of relief and hope.

"grandfather……"

The words "Shao Dian Ming Zhang" made my throat feel dry.

“Ming Zhang, remember it.”

Shao Dian Youqing slowly rose to his feet, his imposing figure seemingly supporting the entire palace. “Victory and defeat are unpredictable. Every defeat is a great opportunity to temper one’s mind.”

Do not hate your enemies, but be grateful.

The oppression in Shao Dian Mingzhang's heart gradually dissipated, and he bowed deeply: "Grandson will remember."

Shaodian Youqing nodded and waved his hand, saying, "Go, and cultivate in peace."

"Yes."

Shao Dian Ming Zhang bowed again before bowing and leaving the hall.

Silence returned to the hall.

Shao Dian Youqing turned his gaze and landed on the corner of the hall.

A figure emerged from the shadows. It was a middle-aged demon cultivator clad in black armor, with a stern expression and a mysterious mark flashing on his forehead. This man was none other than Shao Dian Ye, Shao Dian Youqing's trusted steward.

"Clan leader."

Shao Dianye bowed respectfully.

Shao Dian Youqing slowly asked, "In the demon realm where the Youxiong lineage resides, who is the lord?"

"Reporting to the clan leader, it is Duowen Zhong."

Shao Dianye replied.

"Was Duowenzhong present when Mingzhang fought Youxiong Jingang that day?"

Shao Dianye said, "Du Wenzhong gathers morning and evening dew in the northern region, not in the southeastern region."

Shao Dian Youqing stroked his beard, his eyes slightly cold, and said calmly, "Send a message to Duo Wenzhong, informing him of the grand occasion that day."

Shao Dianye was stunned for a moment, then immediately realized, "The clan leader means that Duo Wenzhong should deal with the Youxiong brothers?"
This plan is brilliant, but Duowen Zhong is a narrow-minded person.

If he knew that Xiong Jingang had returned and possessed such fighting power, it would be strange if he wasn't nervous.

But didn't the clan chief say that the Bear Vajra was a whetstone left for the young master?

Shaodian Youqing slowly turned around, his eyes gleaming coldly: "Sometimes the whetstone is too hard and can damage the blade. It's better to destroy it."

A sudden chill filled the hall.

Shao Dianye's heart skipped a beat, and he whispered, "Understood, subordinate."

He said no more, and quickly bowed and left.

........................

Icefire Island is the ancestral home of the Bear Clan, and the island is shrouded in mist all year round.

Inside the deepest cave on the island, Xue Xiang sat cross-legged on a stone bed, sunlight streaming through the vent above his head.

Yesterday, after the battle for the Purple Dawn Dew ended, Xue Xiang returned to Icefire Island with Xiong Jinzun.

When Xue Xiang floated down from the suspended rock to the sea, he did not see Lao Qi and the others again.

He had told Lao Qi that his destination was Wen Yuan Luan Hai, so Lao Qi naturally wouldn't wait for him.

He felt quite regretful that they had only known each other for a short time and had a pleasant collaboration, yet they hadn't even said goodbye.

At this moment, Xue Xiang sat cross-legged, refining a cyan demon core.

This demon core was delivered by a demon maidservant on behalf of Xiong Jinzun; there are thirteen of them in total.

Xue Xiang guessed that it was probably because Xiong Jinzun was grateful for his life-saving grace.

He desperately needs a demon core to improve his cultivation.

As soon as these demon cores arrived, he went into seclusion to begin his attempt to break through to the third level of Foundation Establishment.

Before a single demon core could be refined, Chao Mulu's medicinal effects began to wane, and he reverted to human form.

Even without his demonic form, Xue Xiang could clearly feel the changes in his physical body.

He used to be unable to control his heartbeat or blood flow, but now he can do it with ease.

They can even fake death and make their pulse drop to zero.

In addition, his five senses and six perceptions also underwent a qualitative leap.

Now that he has calmed down, he can even hear the sound of ants crawling a hundred feet away.

Even greater changes are reflected in physical defense.

Xue Xiang had tried it; when he swelled his qi and blood, his skin would turn into something as hard as metal. Even the incomparably sharp sword spirit could only leave a shallow white mark on his skin.

What pleased him even more was the improvement in his physical strength.

He secretly tested it and found that he now retains almost 20% of the power he had in his demonic state.

Although it's only 20%, it's still an incredibly terrifying existence.

Now, with a clench of his fists, he can turn metal into mud, rocks into powder, shake mountains, and make seas boil.

Xue Xiang was secretly delighted when two knocks sounded on the stone door of the cave.

Xue Xiang put away the demon core, quickly stood up, walked to the door, and asked the person who came in.

After hearing Xiong Jinzun's voice, he opened the stone door.

Youxiong Jinzun was somewhat surprised to see Xue Xiang transformed into a human. Displeasure appeared on his face, and he said coldly, "Your appearance is truly ugly. It's far inferior to your imposing presence when you transformed into a demon."

Xue Xiang was stunned for a moment, then burst into laughter, “A true man roams the world, who cares about his appearance?”

He suddenly remembered Shao Dian Ming Zhang's face and couldn't help but ask, "I see that all the great demons are vicious and evil-looking, so why does Shao Dian Ming Zhang look so much like a human when he manifests?"

Youxiong Jinzun snorted disdainfully, "The demon race has a kind of Jade Face Fruit. After swallowing it, one can transform into a handsome person. Of course, this is only what humans perceive as handsome."

The worst thing that humans passed down to the demon race was writing.

The more books a demon reads, the more corrupted they become; Shaodian Mingzhang is clearly an example of this.

He thought that the more human-like he appeared, the more noble he would be—what a joke!

Xue Xiang changed the subject, saying, "We'll be leaving in twenty days, so you don't need to worry about me for now."

Xue Xiang planned to refine these demon cores to break through to the third level of Foundation Establishment before venturing into the Wen Yuan Chaotic Sea.

Youxiong Jinzun waved his hand, "Whenever you set off, I will come to find you. The lord has invited me."

Hearing of your remarkable achievement, he felt that Xiongbuluo had great potential and specially prepared a banquet to celebrate your success.

"Lord?"

Xue Xiang was puzzled.

Youxiong Jinzun said, "The Demon Territory is a larger alliance than a tribe. We belong to the Crimson Moon Demon Territory, and our lord's name is Duowen Zhong."

He rarely invites us tribal chiefs; this time, I'm really benefiting from your kindness.

Xue Xiang frowned slightly. "What is Duowenzhong's cultivation level?"

"Those who can become lords are at least in the late stage of Core Formation, and most are at the peak of Core Formation."

Youxiong Jinzun said, "Duowen Zhong is already at the peak of Core Formation. Why are you asking this? You're not thinking of killing Duowen Zhong and stealing his demon core, are you?"

Youxiong Jinzun's imagination runs wild.

"I'm not that confused."

Xue Xiang scoffed, "What about Du Wenzhong's character?"

Youxiong Jinzun frowned, "Why are you being so long-winded when I'm just inviting you for a drink?"

Xue Xiang glared at him, "I have never drunk alcohol of dubious origin in my life. Tell me quickly."

Xue Xiangyi's expression changed. Youxiong Jinzun saw his elder brother's shadow in him again. He thought it was strange, but he still restrained his temper and said in a deep voice, "Duowenzhong has a very petty temper and cannot tolerate others."

Many small tribes, unable to endure its exploitation, have already left the Crimson Moon Territory.

Xue Xiang frowned and said, "If that's the case, what if you were Duo Wenzhong, and you had two brothers under your command with such terrifying combat power?"

Will you try to win them over or suppress them?

Youxiong Jinzun was stunned. "If it were me, I would naturally try to win them over."

But if it were Duowenzhong, he certainly wouldn't be so magnanimous.

So what's the meaning behind his inviting us to drinks at this juncture?
Could it be..."

Xue Xiang nodded.

Youxiong Jinzun gasped, "What are we going to do? Are we going to have to move overnight?"

Even Xiong Jinzun himself didn't realize that, at some point, Xue Xiang had become "we" in his mouth.

Xue Xiang said, "You go eat, I'll stay home and keep watch."

"hiss."

You Xiong Jinzun glared at Xue Xiang.

Xue Xiang waved his hand, "Don't overthink it. Only if I don't go can you return safely."

When you go, just tell Duowenzhong that I will stay in Chiyue for a maximum of twenty days.

There won't be many more opportunities to come back.

Youxiong Jinzun understood; Xue Xiang was trying to dispel Duowen Zhong's doubts.

You Xiong Jinzun agreed with Xue Xiang's analysis and strode away.

After Xiong Jinzun left, Xue Xiang continued his cultivation.

As dusk settled, footsteps suddenly sounded at the cave entrance, accompanied by the smell of alcohol, and Xiong Jinzun stumbled in.

His face was flushed, his eyes were unfocused, and he was humming an off-key tune. He was holding a wine pot in one hand and a jade box in the other.

"Good stuff."

He staggered, sat heavily on the stone bench, laughed, and pushed the jade box over.

Xue Xiang took it, opened it, and saw a crystal-clear demon core inside, as white as jade, with a faint spiritual aura spreading throughout the cave.

"A white demon core?"

"good."

Youxiong Jinzun wiped the wine stains from the corner of his mouth, his laughter muffled, "It was a gift from Lord Duowenzhong, saying it was to give you a send-off. As for the meaning... you know."

The adults will be happy as soon as you leave.

Xue Xiang was surprised by this unexpected joy.

It seems that my existence has truly harmed the interests of Tamon Tadashi.

Youxiong Jinzun's blood and qi surged, and the alcohol on his face quickly subsided. He said in a low voice, "Duowen Zhong also revealed that an envoy from the Shaodian family came."

He wasn't trying to curry favor with us; rather, he was implying that the Shaodian family had their eyes on us.

"You'd better be smart and leave now."

Xue Xiang had certainly considered the Shaodian family.

If he really intended to stay in the demon race for a long time, he might have to think about how to apologize and make peace with the Shaodian family, or even give away that purple morning dew.

But he knew very well that he was just a passerby and didn't need to give up his most precious opportunity at this moment.

"Don't worry, I know what I'm doing and I won't leave any trouble for you."

"Twenty days means twenty days. Whatever the outcome, I will leave then."

Xue Xiang patted Xiong Jinzun on the shoulder.

Youxiong Jinzun's shoulders suddenly stiffened.

……

Fifteen days have passed in the blink of an eye.

Inside the cave, Xue Xiang kept his eyes closed and his breathing steady.

Within the Dan Palace, spiritual energy surged like a raging river, impacting the lotus flower that forms the Dao Foundation.

On the petals of the Dao Foundation Lotus, a third spot of light suddenly lit up, and an incomparably powerful force burst forth from the Dan Palace, rushing into the limbs and bones.

boom!
Xue Xiang's chest heaved, his back trembled, and his body was filled with a spiritual light that burned like flames, causing the hem of his clothes to move without wind.

Suddenly, he slowly opened his eyes, his black and white pupils clearly visible, as if radiating a sharp light. "Foundation Building Level 3, achieved."

He clenched his fist suddenly, and within his Dan Palace, a shallow stream of spiritual energy surged wildly.

(End of this chapter)