Chapter 978: Refinement of the Physique
Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio
Boom!
From the moment the real Dragon and Phoenix opened their tightly shut eyes, a majestic Dragon’s roar and Phoenix’s cry reverberated in Nine Nether and the two others’ ears. They were sitting cross-legged in front of Mu Chen, and at that moment, their eyes suddenly widened as they sensed an extremely terrible pressure awakening in Mu Chen.
It was the oppressive aura emanating from the real Dragon and Phoenix.
However, this oppressive aura was more vast and powerful than before.
Ink Blade and Ink Ring felt the pressure most intensely because they possessed the Phoenix Clan’s bloodline, and the real Phoenix was the most legitimate ruler of the Phoenix Clan.
Therefore, when the massive real Phoenix awoke in Mu Chen’s body, both of them trembled a little. They even had the impression that the version of Mu Chen now in front of them was not a human being, but rather a superior of the Phoenix Clan, so they were in awe.
“How could he have such a powerful oppression of the real Phoenix?” The indifference on Ink Blade’s face had disappeared long ago. He looked at Mu Chen, who was sitting cross-legged with his eyes closed. Few people possessed such a powerful oppression of the real Phoenix, even within the Phoenix Clan, and now it had appeared in Mu Chen, which made it impossible for the others to believe.
Nine Nether also inhaled a deep breath as a touch of shock flashed in her eyes. She knew that Mu Chen had cultivated the Dragon-Phoenix Scripture, however, the hint of oppression of the real Phoenix that Mu Chen had possessed before, although amazing, had been too thin. Other than being able to surprise people and being flashy, it did not have much practical use.
However, this time, the oppression of the real Phoenix that erupted from Mu Chen was stronger. Even Divine Beasts who possessed the bloodline of the Phoenix Clan like they did would tremble in the face of such pressure, and their own strength would be suppressed.
That kind of suppression could not be avoided unless they had the absolute strength to be immune to such a terrifying pressure. This suppression came from the bloodline and the respectable honor of the real Phoenix.
Buzz.
As Nine Nether and the other two were shocked, the Symbol of the Real Dragon and Phoenix on Mu Chen’s body suddenly erupted with brilliant golden light, and at the same time, a terrible suction force burst out.
This suction did not target Nine Nether and the other two. Instead, it locked onto the Blood Spirit Soil fetus that dripped and rotated between them, and then, with a violent tremor, two streams of blood surged out of it.
The two blood-colored torrents were about ten feet long and contained an extremely large amount of strength and blood. They roared and were devoured entirely by the Symbol of the Real Dragon and Phoenix.
They had had to practice refinement for a long time before they could absorb the strength and blood from the Blood Spirit Soil fetus. But now, the Symbol of the Real Dragon and Phoenix on Mu Chen’s body had gulped it down like a whale swallowing its prey.
That rate of absorption made many envious, indeed.
When Ink Ring saw that the Symbol of the Real Dragon and Phoenix, which had swallowed a wave of blood and strength, showed signs of an erupting absorption force again, she hurriedly exclaimed, “Let’s absorb it quickly, too!”
Although this Blood Spirit Soil fetus contained a huge amount of strength and blood, no matter how large it was, it could not withstand the massive absorption of the Symbol of the Real Dragon and Phoenix. Thus, if they did not grasp the opportunity, there would be nothing left for them.
Nine Nether and Ink Blade quickly nodded. They dared not speak as they focused wholeheartedly, once again extracting wisps of strength and blood from the Blood Spirit Soil fetus and quickly absorbing it.
While they were refining again, the Symbol of the Real Dragon and Phoenix on Mu Chen’s body unexpectedly began to erupt again with terrible suction, and immediately, two red rainbows emerged from the Blood Spirit Soil fetus.
Nine Nether and the other two looked at the two red streams, which were about ten feet long, and then looked at their own pathetic wisps of absorption. The corners of their mouths twitched uncontrollably…
However, they knew that this was just the beginning.
In the next hour, the Symbol of the Real Dragon and Phoenix on Mu Chen’s body had hardly slowed its wild, immense suction, and the red rainbows, which contained a powerful force of blood and strength, were continuously infused into his body.
In this massive absorption, the original purple and gold colors of the Symbol of the Real Dragon and Phoenix were gradually infused with a red color, and the Symbol of the Real Dragon grew larger. Its winding body was vigorous and powerful, and its dragon scales appeared as though they were cast from purple gold and were indestructible.
The Symbol of the Real Phoenix became more distinct, and the Phoenix wings that had previously been closed began to open.
However, the Real Dragon and Phoenix’s eyes did not completely open again. They were still slightly open, but even so, the oppression that emanated from the Real Dragon and Phoenix was still a shock to Nine Nether and the other two.
At this moment, if Mu Chen were to impersonate a member from the Dragon Clan or Phoenix Clan, other than being unable to show the Divine Beast form, he would really fool a lot of people.
Crack.
After so much absorption, the Blood Spirit Soil fetus dripping and spinning in their midst finally showed signs of exhaustion, and a tiny crack began to appear on its surface.
Looking at the crack, Nine Nether and the other two shook their heads helplessly. Normally, this Blood Spirit Soil fetus would be enough for the four of them to absorb for a few days. However, because of Mu Chen’s presence, the Blood Spirit Soil fetus was almost exhausted within just half a day.
However, more than 90 percent of the blood and strength contained in the Blood Spirit Soil fetus had been absorbed by Mu Chen alone.
This time, it was evident that Mu Chen had gained the most.
Nine Nether cast an apologetic glance at Ink Blade and Ink Ring. After all, she had proposed this allocation. In the current situation, the siblings obviously lost out too much.
However, in the face of her apology, Ink Blade shook his head and expressed that he didn’t mind. The four of them had agreed to the distribution, and even Mu Chen himself had not thought that he would take up such a big portion. Although the Blood Spirit Soil fetus was precious, they might be able to obtain another Blood Spirit Soil fetus in the Land of the Divine Beasts.
Crack. Crack.
More and more cracks surfaced on the Blood Spirit Soil fetus. Eventually, they had to stop refining it and let Mu Chen extract the last force of strength and blood from it.
As the last red rainbow swept out, the original dazzling Blood Spirit Soil fetus suddenly became dim as the light dissipated. It finally transformed directly into soil and sediment and then scattered, returning to its original form.
This Blood Spirit Soil fetus had obviously exhausted its strength and blood.
When the Blood Spirit Soil fetus dissipated, the Dragon and Phoenix symbol on Mu Chen’s body seemed to be aware of it and gradually concealed its light. It looked as though it had been transformed into a tattoo branded on Mu Chen’s chest and back.
Mu Chen suddenly opened his eyes.
His black eyes were still deep, but when they opened, in was as if there was a miniature emergence of the dragon and phoenix silhouettes in his eyes, and a breathtaking sense of oppression suddenly swept out.
Under such oppression, Nine Nether and the other two were in a hurry to stimulate their spiritual energy, but that oppression slowed down the spiritual movement within them.
Fortunately, this oppression came quickly but also completely disappeared in just a few seconds as Mu Chen’s eyes returned to normal.
He looked down at the Symbol of the Real Dragon on his chest, and his eyes glistened slightly. Although the Dragon-Phoenix Symbol did not seem to have changed much, Mu Chen was aware that his Dragon-Phoenix Scripture had begun to improve and become more refined.
They were still a distance away from the second realm. However, it was the first time that Mu Chen could sense the opportunity and hope for breakthroughs.
Mu Chen’s fist slowly clenched. This physical body had also become much stronger in the previous practice, especially the Dragon-Phoenix Symbol, which seemed to have some hidden unique abilities.
Generally speaking, this cultivation had allowed him to make great progress in his combat prowess.
Cough.
As Mu Chen was immersed in the growth of his own strength, there was a soft cough from the front. He looked up and saw Nine Nether and the other two staring at him.
Mu Chen saw the their gazes, and he suddenly appeared embarrassed. Although he had been in cultivation before, he obviously knew what had happened.
He glanced at the ashes on the ground, the remnants of the Blood Spirit Soil fetus, and realized he had absorbed its strength and blood almost all by himself.
“I’m sorry, I didn’t know it was so domineering…” Mu Chen hastened to apologize. After all, this Blood Spirit Soil fetus belonged to the four of them. With such an immense absorption from him, it was unfair to the other three. Although he and Nine Nether were close enough and did not care about those things, he did not have the same depth of relationship with Ink Blade and Ink Ring.
“If I can obtain other treasures in the Land of the Divine Beasts, I can make up for it.”
Ink Blade and Ink Ring looked at Mu Chen, who was deeply apologetic. The former did not speak, but stared at the Dragon-Phoenix Symbol on Mu Chen’s body, while the latter pouted slightly and said, “Well, we’ll forgive you this this time. We won’t mind your big appetite.”
Mu Chen gave a dry laugh, took out his clothes, and covered his upper body to stop Ink Blade from staring at the Dragon-Phoenix Symbol.
Ink Blade looked at Mu Chen with a meaningful gaze. He also paid more attention to the him. Originally, he only kept an indifferent attitude towards the addition of Mu Chen, because in his view, although Mu Chen had beaten Jiang Ya and one other, it did not mean anything. The two guys’ pride was nothing to him. However, he now knew that there was more to Mu Chen than met the eye, and it would be foolish to underestimate him.
Perhaps with Mu Chen’s participation, their journey to the Land of the Divine Beasts would really yield unexpected results.
As Ink Blade was pondering, Nine Nether’s voice suddenly rang out. “We will be arriving at the Land of the Divine Beasts soon!”
The other three were struck with a sudden shock as they raised their heads and saw that the Meteorite Region had finally come to an end, and in the depths of that end was an ancient continent suspended quietly in the void. The continent was so vast that it seemed endless.
It was as though an aura of desolation permeated that continent. Even though they were still far away from it, they were still so stunned that for a moment, they forgot to breathe.
It was as though innumerable ancient and powerful roars of monstrous beasts from primordial times rang and spread indistinctly.
They had finally arrived at the Land of the Divine Beasts.