From Five Animal Exercises to being hailed as a saint and ancestor

Feeling the immense power surging like dragons and vast as the sea within his thirteen meridians, Yao Mengkang slowly sheathed his sword.

The five-level Star Beast of the Spirit Sea Realm, which the three fought desperately and nearly wiped out, has now transformed into the purest star power, becoming the foundation for him to step into the forbidden realm.

He closed his eyes slightly, carefully sensing the changes within himself.

Its Yuan energy was powerful and refined, far exceeding that of the twelfth level of the Meridian Opening Realm by several times, carrying a trace of the ancient charm of the primordial chaos.

His body was crystal clear, his blood and qi were like mercury, and every move he made contained explosive power.

The mind and consciousness are clear and vast, with a significant improvement in both the range and precision of perception.

"With my current strength..." Yao Mengkang quickly assessed in his mind, "I can survive even if I encounter a late-stage Spirit Sea Star Beast, and a mid-stage Spirit Sea..."

Yao Mengkang paused for a moment, then said, "Kill him!"

This was an extremely bold judgment, but the real and undeniable sense of power within him gave him enough confidence.

Reaching the thirteenth level of the Meridian Opening realm brought him a revolutionary improvement.

His gaze swept to the side.

Zhou Tiancan collapsed to the ground. Although he had taken healing pills, he was still weak and his body was covered in blood and gore. His beloved octagonal copper hammers were also covered in cracks, clearly indicating that they had been seriously damaged.

Li Han was in slightly better condition, but he was still pale. His concealment technique had taken a huge toll, and the previous harassment had also caused him some internal injuries.

The two looked at Yao Mengkang, whose aura was profound and who seemed to have been reborn, their eyes filled with shock and envy, but even more so with a sense of relief at surviving a disaster.

In the distance, the energy roars and terrifying howls coming from the direction of the circular valley did not diminish in the slightest; on the contrary, they seemed to become even more violent and chaotic.

Clearly, the grand spectacle surrounding "Wang Yun" is still raging on.

A bold, even insane, idea sprouted and spread in Yao Mengkang's mind like wild grass.

Risks and opportunities coexist.

That battlefield was a dead end for them before, but now that his strength has increased dramatically...

And for Zhou Tiancan and Li Han, who can recover and improve quickly... it might be a hunting ground full of unclaimed treasures!

He walked up to the two of them, squatted down, his gaze calm yet carrying an undeniable determination.

"Your injuries require time and a greater amount of energy to heal and improve. Relying solely on meditation is too slow."

Zhou Tiancan and Li Han were taken aback, as if they had guessed something, and their breathing became rapid.

Yao Mengkang pointed to the chaotic sky in the distance, his voice deep and seductive.

"That place is now a chaotic hunting ground. Powerful Starbone Beasts are killing each other; they...can also be injured, they can also become exhausted. And we can be the orioles hiding in the shadows..."

A glint of greed and excitement flashed in Li Han's eyes. He was an audacious man, and he was still resentful when his previous suggestion to fish in troubled waters was rejected. Now that Yao Mengkang had taken the initiative to propose it, he almost immediately wanted to agree.

But after looking at the seriously injured Zhou Tiancan, he hesitated.

Although Zhou Tiancan was seriously injured, his eyes were still fierce, and he said in a deep voice.

"Senior brother, just tell me what to do, and I'll do it! This little injury won't kill me!"

Seeing that the two had no objections, Yao Mengkang nodded: "Alright! Let's heal first, and we'll set off in three hours!"

He took out the best quality healing pills he had and gave them to the two of them.

He also took a pill and circulated the "Primordial Qi Technique" to stabilize his newly broken thirteenth level of the Meridian Opening Realm and recover his depleted Yuan Power.

Three hours passed quickly in a tense yet expectant atmosphere.

Zhou Tiancan and Li Han's injuries stabilized with the help of elixirs and their own breathing exercises. Although they were not fully healed, they had regained their basic mobility.

Yao Mengkang was full of energy and vitality, his aura was harmonious and restrained, like a peerless treasure sword hidden in its sheath.

Without further hesitation, the three of them, with Li Han once again using his concealment technique, quietly slipped back towards the still noisy battlefield.

This time, their mindset is different.

No longer a fugitive living in constant fear, but a hunter waiting for his chance.

Just as they approached the edge of the battlefield, before even entering the area of ​​the circular valley, they encountered a Star Beast that had fled from the core battlefield.

This is a Star Bone Rhinoceros, resembling a rhinoceros and nearly two zhang long, with a cultivation level at the fourth level of the Spirit Sea Realm.

It had clearly been through a fierce battle; its body was covered with crisscrossing claw marks and bite marks, one eye was blind, its dark silver crystalline body was cracked, and its aura was fluctuating, making it look extremely disheveled.

If they had encountered a Star Beast at the mid-stage of the Spirit Sea Realm a few days ago, the three of them would have been facing a formidable enemy and would have needed to plan meticulously and fight to the death to have any chance of winning.

But at this moment, Yao Mengkang simply drew his Cloud-Splitting Blade calmly.

"You will provide backup."

Before he finished speaking, his figure shot out like a ghost!

Sensing danger, the Star-Shaped Rhinoceros flashed with a fierce light in its single eye, lowered its head and raised its single horn, which gleamed with a cold light, and crashed into Yao Mengkang like an out-of-control chariot with a thunderous roar!

Yao Mengkang's eyes were indifferent. He took light steps with his Flowing Cloud Steps, and his body moved to the side as if it were weightless, easily avoiding the angry collision.

At the same time, the Cloud-Splitting Blade was already raised!

There were no fancy moves, no earth-shattering feats, just three simple slashes!

The first strike, like waves crashing, cleaved precisely at the old wound where the rhinoceros's neck and shoulder blade met, sparks flying and the crack widening!

The second strike, a thousand waves crashing, was faster and more ferocious, cutting into the widening crack as dark silver crystal fragments flew off!

The third strike, imbued with the true essence of the Five Animals, carried an invincible penetrating force, like a skilled butcher carving up an ox, ruthlessly piercing into the rhinoceros's skull along the gaps in the bones!

"Pfft!"

The massive body of the Star-Shaped Rhinoceros, which had been charging forward, suddenly froze. The fierce light in its single eye dimmed instantly, and it crashed to the ground like a mountain collapsing and a jade pillar crumbling, its body beginning to disintegrate.

From the moment the attack began to the moment it ended, it only took a few breaths!

Even though the Star Beast at the fourth level of the Spirit Sea Realm was injured, Yao Mengkang dealt with it as easily as cutting melons and vegetables!

Zhou Tiancan and Li Han were dumbfounded. Although they were mentally prepared, they were still incredibly shocked to see Yao Mengkang's terrifying strength in person.

"I'm handing the ginseng over to you," Yao Mengkang said calmly, sheathing his knife.

Zhou Tiancan snapped out of his daze, his face beaming with ecstasy. He rushed forward, swung his bronze hammer, and delivered the final blow to the dying Starbone Rhinoceros.

A vast amount of stellar power surged into Zhou Tiancan's body!

His originally severe injuries healed at a visible speed under the nourishment of this pure power; his flesh writhed and his wounds healed!

Moreover, his already peaked level of the tenth stage of the Meridian Opening Realm was further enhanced by this power.

He opened the Divine Bridge Meridian and directly broke through to the eleventh level of Meridian Opening!

The elemental power underwent a qualitative change, becoming even more powerful.

Furthermore, due to his naturally strong physique and focus on body tempering, his physical strength has increased significantly after this Star Tempering.

He was surprisingly on par with Yao Mengkang, who had just broken through to the thirteenth level of the Meridian Opening Realm and whose physical body had also been greatly strengthened!

The pale golden luster beneath the skin became even more intense, as if it were coated with an immortal golden body!

"Hahaha! That's awesome!"

Feeling the surging power within his body and his almost indestructible physique, Zhou Tiancan couldn't help but burst into laughter, his previous lethargy completely gone.

The three were greatly encouraged and continued their stealthy advance towards the battlefield.

Not long after, they encountered a Star Shadow Cat that was even more seriously injured and only at the third level of the Spirit Sea Realm. It was still agile, but its hind legs were almost broken and its aura was very weak.

This time, before Yao Mengkang could even make a move, Li Han's eyes flashed, and he volunteered, "Senior Brother Yao, Senior Brother Zhou, leave this to me!"

Perhaps it was the thrill of the life-or-death experience in recent days, or perhaps it was the frustration and motivation brought about by witnessing the leaps in strength of Yao Mengkang and Zhou Tiancan, that made Li Han extremely ambitious at this moment.

His figure transformed into an almost invisible phantom, and his dagger, like an invitation from the Grim Reaper, delivered a precise and ruthless attack amidst the Starbone Shadow Cat's panicked screech!

When the power of the stars surged into his body, Li Han trembled violently, and his face contorted with an expression of extreme pain and extreme pleasure.

He felt as if some barrier within his body had been violently shattered! A very hidden bridge connecting his sea of ​​consciousness and dantian was suddenly opened!

Divine Bridge Meridian, open!

Ten levels of meridian opening!

Li Han's aura surged instantly, and his originally yin-like aura gained a spirituality and stability that connected heaven and earth!

His concealment technique seemed to have undergone a qualitative leap. With a sway of his body, he seemed to truly merge into the void. Even Yao Mengkang had to concentrate his divine sense to barely catch a trace of him!

His attacks will inevitably become more unpredictable and difficult to defend against!

"Great! That's wonderful!" Yao Mengkang's face lit up with a genuine smile.

Zhou Tiancan patted Li Han's shoulder hard, happy for him.

Thus, the three-person team, having gone through a series of fierce battles and fortuitous opportunities, has undergone an amazing transformation!

Yao Mengkang, with thirteen levels of Qi cultivation, possesses a vast and profound Yuan energy containing chaotic energy. He has a strong physical body and a sharp spiritual sense. His true combat strength can rival that of a sixth or seventh level Spirit Sea Realm cultivator!

Zhou Tiancan, with the eleventh level of meridian opening, has connected the Dragon Spine Meridian and the Divine Bridge Meridian. His physical body is powerful, and his strength and defense are astonishing, like a human fortress. He can easily confront a fourth-level Spirit Sea Realm cultivator head-on.

Li Han, with ten levels of meridian opening and the Divine Bridge Meridian connected, possesses unparalleled skills in stealth assassination. He has keen senses and excels at harassment and one-hit kills, making him the most lethal dagger in the team.

The three exchanged a smile, each seeing a burning fighting spirit and strong confidence in the other's eyes.

This newly strengthened squad will return to the chaotic hunting grounds like ghosts.

This time, they are no longer prey to be slaughtered, but rather... they will hunt actively!