Simultaneous Transmigration: From Douluo Continent to the Pinnacle

Faced with the raging strange fire before him, Lin Yao remained calm and unaffected.

Because he has his own confidence.

Whether it's his current Dou Zong level of Dou Qi and physical cultivation, or his experience of inheriting the power of the Star Palace.

In particular, every time a new member joins the Star Palace, Lin Yao's physical body is repeatedly tempered, strengthened, and transformed by the corresponding energy.

His physical strength, spiritual foundation, and meridian capacity have long surpassed the limits of other experts of the same level on the Dou Qi Continent, reaching an inconceivable level.

This powerful physique is his greatest asset in daring to challenge the ironclad rules of the continent and forcibly absorb the second strange fire.

Lin Yao took a slow, deep breath, his chest rising and falling slightly, his aura becoming increasingly stable. Without further hesitation, he focused his mind and gently guided the sea flame that was floating in the void. As if drawn by an invisible force, it slowly drifted towards him.

Within the sea of ​​flames, a trace of instinctive resistance and defiance still remained. The flames surged more and more violently, with deep blue fire waves surging in waves, trying to break free from Lin Yao's control and unleash a power capable of incinerating everything.

However, Lin Yao's soul power had already locked onto it firmly, and the pressure emanating from his Star Physique suppressed the turmoil of the Sea Heart Flame, forcing this unruly strange fire to obediently follow his guidance and slowly approach.

Lin Yao slightly parted his lips and exhaled a wisp of gentle yet incredibly resilient azure battle qi. This wisp of battle qi originated from the Azure Lotus Earth Core Flame and carried a trace of the devouring power of the Burning Technique. It gently enveloped the Sea Heart Flame's body and then gradually drew it into his own body.

Inhaled into the body.

This step is the most dangerous.

When the cold and violent power of the Sea Heart Flame seeped into Lin Yao's meridians, flesh, and bones through his mouth, nose, and pores, even with Lin Yao's powerful body enhanced by stellar energy, he instantly felt an excruciating pain.

The deep blue flame power suddenly met the original blue lotus earth core fire power within the body, resulting in a violent conflict.

The two different flames, with different attributes and origins, were inherently mutually repulsive, like two ferocious beasts waging a fierce battle within Lin Yao's body. Within his meridians, the flames surged, the energy raged, and waves of pain, enough to instantly break an ordinary person, swept over Lin Yao's entire body like a tidal wave.

Beads of cold sweat instantly appeared on his forehead, trickling down his resolute face and dripping onto the bluestone floor, where they were instantly evaporated by the heat emanating from the flames within his body. His jaw clenched tightly, his cheeks tense slightly, and a faint flush rose to his previously calm face. His clothes fluttered wildly in the wind from the surging energy within him, making him feel as if he were standing at the boundary between magma and an icy sea, enduring the extreme torment of both fire and ice.

But Lin Yao didn't utter a single groan. His eyes remained firm, his hands clenched tightly, his knuckles turning slightly white from the force. His Stellar Physique was operating at full power, and beneath his skin, faint starlight flowed, like countless tiny stars twinkling within his body. He forcefully withstood the terrifying impact of the clash between the two different flames.

He was clear-headed and knew that the worst thing to do at this moment was to panic. If he lost his composure, the strange fire in his body would be completely out of control, and the consequences would be unimaginable.

While he firmly controlled the operation of the incomplete Burning Technique with his mind, using the weak yet incredibly mysterious devouring power within the incomplete technique to soothe the raging Sea Heart Flame within his body; at the same time, he mobilized all the power of his Star Physique to gradually resolve, guide, and assimilate the conflicting power of the two different flames.

In the Dou Qi Continent, all cultivators who absorb strange fire follow the same rule: absorb the strange fire into their Na Ling (a spiritual vessel), using the Na Ling as a container to imprison and nurture the strange fire.

The Na Ling is the dantian of a Dou Qi cultivator, the only place to store Dou Qi and contain strange fire. The space of the Na Ling is limited, and its capacity is also limited. This is the fundamental reason why no one can contain multiple strange fires - a single container simply cannot hold two ferocious beasts tearing each other apart.

But Lin Yao, from the very beginning, forged a path completely different from that of all other cultivators on the Dou Qi Continent.

When he first absorbed the Azure Lotus Earth Core Flame, he did not follow the continent's convention of incorporating it into his spiritual energy storage. Instead, relying on the unique energy system granted by the Star Palace, he forcibly created an inner space that belonged only to himself within his body.

That space is not in the dantian, nor in the meridians, but hidden deep within the body and soul, vast and boundless, incredibly stable, enough to easily contain a strange fire, or even more.

This is Lin Yao's biggest trump card.

Now, it's just adding another flame to the already opened inner space.

Having grasped this point, Lin Yao's mind became even more resolute. He no longer forcibly suppressed the conflict between the two different flames, but instead followed the devouring path of the Burning Technique, guiding the primal power of the Sea Heart Flame slowly towards the exclusive inner space within his body.

Under the guidance of the Burning Technique and the protection of the Star Physique, the deep blue Sea Heart Flame gradually shed its ferocity and arrogance, becoming like a docile deep-sea dragon, slowly swimming along Lin Yao's meridians towards that mysterious inner space.

The Azure Lotus Earth Core Flame, which had already been entrenched in the space, initially remained wary and repulsed, its azure flames burning fiercely as it attempted to block the Sea Heart Flame's entry. However, under Lin Yao's forceful reassurance and the profound power of the incomplete Burning Technique, the Azure Lotus Earth Core Flame's resistance gradually weakened, and it eventually allowed the Sea Heart Flame to enter this inner space.

Two strange flames, one green and one blue, floated quietly within Lin Yao's body, a few feet apart. They no longer clashed or fought, but instead burned peacefully, releasing their own inherent power of fire.

Cyan, fiery and domineering, like the earth's flames;

Blue, cold and sharp, like the raging waves of the deep sea.

Two different flames coexist in one, without interfering with each other, complementing each other perfectly.

When the last trace of the Sea Heart Flame's essence completely fell into the inner space, establishing an unbreakable connection with Lin Yao's soul and body, Lin Yao's tense body finally slowly relaxed.

He loosened his clenched fists, his jaw gradually loosened, and the flush on his face faded, replaced by a warm yet powerful aura. The cold sweat on his forehead had long since evaporated, and the pain throughout his body receded rapidly like a tide, replaced by an unprecedented sense of fullness and comfort.

He slowly closed his eyes, immersing himself once again in introspection, feeling the two completely different yet equally powerful strange fires within his body, feeling his physical body, meridians, and soul gradually become stronger, more stable, and more resilient under the nourishment of the two fires.

Previously, Lin Yao's strength was somewhat unstable due to his recent acquisition of the Sea Heart Flame, resulting in a somewhat superficial and unstable soul and battle qi. It was like a tall building built on quicksand, seemingly powerful but actually lacking a solid foundation.

At this moment, as the Sea Heart Flame was completely devoured, absorbed, and fused, the power of the two flames circulated within his body, and the power of the incomplete Burning Technique also slightly improved. Lin Yao's cultivation level, as if the foundation had been solidified, was completely stabilized at a speed visible to the naked eye.

Every inch of his meridians was tempered by both the strange fire and the energy of the stars, making them wider and stronger;

Every wisp of battle qi was imbued with the aura of the strange fire, making it more condensed and domineering;

Every wisp of soul, nurtured by the twin flames, becomes stronger and clearer.

A power far exceeding anything he had ever possessed filled Lin Yao's entire being, causing a complete transformation in his demeanor. He remained composed, but now exuded an unparalleled majesty as he controlled the flames and the power. The fiery pressure emanating from his body was so palpable that even powerful figures outside the hall couldn't help but feel awe and submit.

Lin Yao completely absorbed and refined the second strange fire—the Sea Heart Flame—and integrated it into his Burning Technique. His aura surged dramatically, and a vast, abyss-like power of battle qi and soul energy coursed through his body. Every meridian and every drop of blood seemed to be tempered and refined by the strange fire, becoming ever more pure. He slowly opened his eyes, a stream of light from the strange fire, a blend of azure and cyan-gold, flashing across them. The surrounding space rippled slightly due to this powerful force. His battle qi cultivation, soul strength, and even the foundation of his alchemy skills all experienced a qualitative leap at this moment. Feeling the surging power within him, almost overflowing, a calm smile appeared on Lin Yao's lips. He had already finalized his detailed plan for subsequent secluded alchemy training.

However, this was not the time to rush into alchemy. The great success of devouring the strange fire should be celebrated first. He raised his hand to lightly brush away non-existent dust from his robes, turned around and looked outside the hall. His gaze gently found Queen Medusa's figure, and he stepped forward, naturally taking her slightly cool jade hand in his. The two walked side by side and slowly left the alchemy hall.

Inside an elegant and cozy palace in the Snake-People's Royal City, Zi Yan was skipping and jumping around in her arms with Xiao Cai in her arms, while Qing Yue stood quietly to the side, her eyes full of gentleness. Upon seeing Lin Yao and Medusa return, the three of them immediately came to greet them. To celebrate Lin Yao's successful absorption of the strange fire, and also to commemorate their rare encounter and reunion, the five of them—Lin Yao, Queen Medusa, Zi Yan, Qing Yue, and Xiao Cai—held a warm and intimate gathering just for them. Lin Yao was naturally in charge of the cooking; he was already quite skilled at preparing medicinal cuisine, and in his current cheerful mood, he thoroughly enjoyed the process.

The palace was filled with enticing aromas as exquisite and delicious dishes were served. Qingyue, her eyes crinkling with delight, savored the food with small, satisfied bites. Ziyan, holding her plate, ate heartily, her cheeks puffed out like a little hamster, while Xiaocai chattered excitedly beside her, sharing in the delicious treats. Queen Medusa, though still retaining her aloof and cold demeanor, also picked up her utensils, taking a small sip of the food Lin Yao had prepared, a hint of warmth flickering in her eyes. Lin Yao watched the harmonious scene before him, a smug gleam in his eyes, his fingertips lightly tapping the table as his thoughts drifted away.

Queen Medusa noticed his absent-mindedness, walked gracefully to his side, gently took his arm with her slender fingers, and asked softly, "What are you thinking about?"

Lin Yao smiled slightly, picked up an exquisitely carved medicinal pastry, and carefully put it into her mouth. His fingertips inadvertently brushed against her soft lips, and then he said leisurely, "I wasn't thinking about anything, I just really like this kind of scene."

Queen Medusa smiled and said, "Is that so? I like it too."

This heartwarming gathering lasted quite a while, until everyone had enjoyed themselves and dispersed.

Lin Yao greeted Medusa, Zi Yan, and the others, then turned and stepped back into the alchemy hall, officially beginning his secluded alchemy journey.

Stepping into the main hall, Lin Yao gently waved his hand. A flash of light appeared in his Nether Sea Storage Ring, and the ancient, heavy Myriad Beasts Cauldron shot out, landing steadily on the ground. The myriad beast patterns engraved on the cauldron were lifelike, radiating a powerful aura of its spirit. Lin Yao reached out and gently stroked the cauldron; its surface felt cool and hard, like touching a peerless divine weapon. He lightly tapped the cauldron with his fingertips, and the crisp sound of metal clashing echoed through the hall, lingering for a long time.

"Excellent cauldron!" A satisfied glint flashed in Lin Yao's eyes as he whispered, "Following me, you will never disgrace your reputation."

Having said that, he closed his eyes and sat cross-legged, his mind completely immersed in the Nether Sea Storage Ring, quickly examining the mountain of medicinal herbs and pill formulas within. The storage ring was overflowing with rare and precious materials from countless forces, including Canaan Academy, the Snake-People Clan, the Eight Doors, Mulan Valley, the Mittel Family, Han Feng's legacy, and the five sects of the Black Corner Region. Adding to this the rare spiritual herbs found by Zi Yan's treasure-hunting abilities, both the quantity of medicinal herbs and the quality of the pill formulas far surpassed those of most seventh- or even eighth-grade alchemists on the continent. Looking at this terrifying collection, a confident smile slowly crept onto Lin Yao's lips, and the urge to refine pills in his heart grew even stronger.

He pondered for a moment, then flicked his finger, and a scroll of high-grade pill formulas, shimmering with light, appeared in his hand. His eyes were resolute: "This time, I will start with the basic pills and refine all the necessary reserves!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Lin Yao flicked his finger, and a spark of strange fire, interwoven with cyan and azure, shot into the fire port of the Myriad Beasts Cauldron. The spark instantly surged upon entering the cauldron, transforming into a lotus-shaped flame that roared to life. The terrifying heat swept through the hall, yet the exterior of the Myriad Beasts Cauldron remained as cool as ice, perfectly locking in the fire within. Seeing this, Lin Yao's eyes burned even brighter. With the aid of this divine cauldron, his success rate in refining high-grade pills would increase by at least 30%.

Having confirmed the formula was correct, Lin Yao waved his sleeve, and hundreds of medicinal herbs flew into the cauldron like streaks of light. Strange flames surged, and the alchemy process officially began.

Time flew by as Lin Yao focused intently on alchemy. He devoted himself entirely to the furnace, unleashing his full soul power to precisely control every detail of the fire and the fusion of the medicinal herbs. His soul power, having absorbed the Sea Heart Flame, surged once more, reaching the level of an eighth-grade alchemist. With the support of the Myriad Beasts Cauldron, his alchemy speed and success rate reached unbelievable levels.

Twenty days passed, and the strange fire fluctuations inside the alchemy hall finally subsided.

Lin Yao slowly opened his eyes, exhaling a long breath. His gaze was clear, and his aura was as steady as a mountain. With a wave of his hand, round, plump pills, exuding a fragrant aroma, flew out of the cauldron and landed precisely in a prepared jade bottle. Upon counting, he found that he had refined over a hundred fifth and sixth-grade pills, dozens of seventh-grade pills, and even several incomparably precious eighth-grade pills! The pill patterns were clear, the medicinal power was pure, and there wasn't a single defective product.

After this period of seclusion, Lin Yao's alchemy skills improved significantly, and he was now firmly standing at the threshold of an eighth-grade alchemist. He only needed a catalyst to break through completely.

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