Battle Through the Heavens: I can solidify the talents of all things

The old doctor's voice carried an indescribable complex emotion. His gaze seemed to see through Xiao Qing and into some long-forgotten past events. His face showed reminiscence, melancholy, and even a trace of barely perceptible pain.

Once upon a time, he too possessed that enviable bloodline...

"Is this what you're talking about, senior?"

Xiao Qing's expression remained unchanged as he opened his palm again.

With a slight thought, that wisp of blood-red energy, exuding an ancient and noble aura, reappeared, slowly swirling in Xiao Qing's palm as if it were alive.

"This...this really is the bloodline of a Dou Di!"

The old doctor stared intently at the wisp of blood and qi, feeling the pure and ancient pressure within it, and his face showed an expression of undisguised shock.

He was absolutely certain of the unique scent permeating the air!

This is exactly what he once possessed and later lost—the bloodline of the Dou Di!

When Xiao Qing first broke through, his bloodline revived within his body, and only a very faint aura leaked out. Yao Lao thought he was mistaken.

After all, the bloodline of the Dou Di is so noble and rare, how could it appear in a young man from a small family in such a remote place as the Jia Ma Empire?

In fact, the old man's soul had already awakened.

During these three months, whenever Xiao Qing began to cultivate, the resulting surges of energy from heaven and earth were so terrifying and pure that even when he was asleep, his soul would instinctively absorb these dissipated energies.

Although this energy is not as refined as the energy directly absorbed into Xiao Qing's body and extracted by the [Law of Fire], it is still much purer and more concentrated than ordinary natural energy, thanks to the unconscious purification by the flame aura that Xiao Qing's body spontaneously emits during cultivation.

It was only after absorbing this high-quality energy for nearly a month that Yao Lao was able to fully awaken from his long slumber.

After waking up, Yao Lao discovered that the boy named Xiao Qing had an exceptionally keen soul perception and actually possessed the soul power of the mid-stage mortal realm!

And he had already sensed his presence in the ring.

A subtle understanding developed between them: I know you're hidden in my ring, you know I've discovered you, but neither of us says it out loud.

The old doctor was secretly observing and scrutinizing Xiao Qing's character, conduct, and perseverance.

Xiao Qing, on the other hand, waited patiently, hoping that the "old man" would finally show up on his own.

And so, in this peculiar state of "mutual understanding without tacit agreement," the two spent more than two months together.

Only today, when Xiao Qing broke through to the Dou Shi level and actively activated and displayed his Dou Di bloodline, has this silence been completely broken.

While the fact that Yao Lao was shocked by the bloodline of the Dou Di was certainly a factor in his appearance, the deeper reason was Xiao Qing's cultivation speed, which left even the well-informed Yao Zun speechless and incomprehensible!

This is not the kind of cultivation scene a normal person should have!

Who cultivates by plundering the energy of heaven and earth like a whale swallowing a sea?

Who can rise from a three-star fighter to a fighter master in just three months?

Moreover, Xiao Qing was only practicing the lowest level, mid-level Yellow Rank cultivation technique!

This is as absurd as if the heavens and earth were actively bestowing a blessing upon Xiao Qing, forcibly boosting his cultivation!

What puzzled Yao Lao the most was that this cultivation level, which came from "enlightenment", not only did not have any sense of being superficial or inflated, but was also condensed, thick, and solid to an alarming degree, with an incredibly stable foundation!

In comparison, the battle qi that ordinary people painstakingly cultivate step by step seems as "superficial" and worthless as if it were built up with pills in front of Xiao Qing's cultivation level!

In all his long years of cultivation and experiences, had the old master ever seen such a freak?

This kid was born to defy all logic!

Perhaps it's due to some unknown, extremely powerful fire-attribute special constitution?

The old doctor could only speculate, "Indeed... the Dou Qi Continent is vast and boundless; it's not surprising that some geniuses with heaven-defying special physiques would emerge from it."

Thinking of his special constitution, Yao Lao couldn't help but sigh softly, his expression becoming somewhat complicated, a trace of reminiscence and sorrow flashing in his eyes.

The old doctor thought of an old friend, a woman with the Calamity Poison Body... Wasn't she also rapidly improving her cultivation by consuming deadly poisons in such an unbelievable way?

Moreover, it has a solid foundation and no side effects.

The world's great wonders.

Suppressing his chaotic thoughts, Yao Lao looked intently at Xiao Qing, a solemn expression appearing on his gaunt face.

The old apothecary saw the boy's immense potential and the perfect fit for the profession of alchemist.

"I observe that your battle aura is fire with wood within it, a balance of yin and yang, where wood nourishes fire, making it an excellent potential to become an alchemist." The old alchemist's voice carried an authoritative affirmation, as well as a hint of subtle temptation.

"Perfect timing. In my past life, I was a lowly eighth-grade alchemist, with a small reputation in the Central Plains. With my skills, I am more than capable of teaching you everything about alchemy and guiding you to the pinnacle of alchemy..."

At this point, the old doctor paused slightly.

Although he was extremely confident in his alchemy skills, he was currently only in a soul state. Asking to take such a monstrous genius as a disciple made even the most shameless alchemist feel a slight sense of unease and...embarrassment.

But he finally mustered his courage, and with sincerity and expectation in his eyes, he uttered the most crucial words:

"Young friend Xiao, I wonder... would you be willing to become my disciple?"

The old apothecary unconsciously stroked his illusory beard, his eyes filled with hope.

He genuinely hoped to take Xiao Qing under his wing.

With such a clean background, seemingly calm temperament, and such unparalleled physique and talent, which righteous senior would not be fond of him?

Of course, the Soul Palace should also like it very much...

What's more, this kid's soul talent is ridiculously strong!

Even when he was still in the Fighter stage, his soul power had already reached the mid-stage of the Mortal Realm. After breaking through to the Fighter stage, it soared to the peak of the mid-stage of the Mortal Realm, just one step away from the late stage of the Mortal Realm!

It should be understood that improving one's soul realm is far more difficult than improving one's battle qi cultivation. The vast majority of peak Dou Zong experts on the continent only have soul power at the late stage of the mortal realm!

Xiao Qing, at only nine years old, was already close to the late stage of the mortal realm in terms of his soul realm!

What an astonishing qualification!

The old doctor was almost certain that if such a gem were placed in the Central Plains, even the patriarchs in the mysterious Little Pill Tower would be tempted and rush out to take him as a disciple!

At this moment, the old apothecary awaited Xiao Qing's answer with great anticipation.

He believed that anyone aspiring to become an alchemist would find it impossible to refuse the personal instruction of an eighth-grade alchemy master.

Xiao Qing's eyes flickered slightly, her eyelids lowered, as if she was carefully weighing the pros and cons and engaging in a fierce internal struggle.

He remained silent for a moment, his face revealing a subtle hint of hesitation and contemplation.

However, deep down in Xiao Qing's heart, the answer was already clear.

The old man in front of me is not only a former eighth-grade alchemy master, but also a venerable-level soul body with rich experience and top-notch skills.

For someone like me who desperately needs advanced cultivation techniques, systematic knowledge of alchemy, and a powerful mentor, becoming his disciple is undoubtedly the best choice at present.

As for the potential "karmic connection between master and disciple" and the possible "bonds" in the future, they seem acceptable in the face of tangible benefits and guidance.

After a moment of silence, the hesitation on Xiao Qing's face disappeared, replaced by determination and solemnity.

Xiao Qing stepped forward, straightened his robes, and then bowed deeply to the floating soul of the old doctor, performing a standard apprenticeship ceremony with utmost solemnity. His movements were meticulous and full of respect.

After the ceremony, Xiao Qing raised his head, his gaze clear and earnest as he looked at the old doctor, and said in a clear and powerful voice:

"Disciple Xiao Qing greets Master!"