Wu dong Qian Kun: I, Lin Langtian, Refuse to be a Supporting Character

Chapter 165: The Seed of the Black Flame

Buzz! Buzz!

Within Lin Langtian's dantian, energy churned and bubbled as the enhanced Yuan Power flowed back to him. His eyes grew darker, tinged with flashes of black flames. While his energy seemed unchanged on the surface, his newly fused Yuan Power, laced with the ferocious Nine Nether Fire, now held a power far greater than before.

"You've converted all your Yuan Power to the fused form," Ling Yi's voice cut in, "but you're not finished yet. You still need to condense these flames into a seed—a 'fire seed.' In the future, each time new Yuan Power flows in, this seed will automatically purify and infuse it, making the fusion seamless."

Lin Langtian nodded, then clasped his hands together to form a series of hand seals, focusing on solidifying the fire seed.

Swish, swish!

The black flames swirling around him gathered in streams, flooding into his dantian, where they compressed further and further. The shapeless black flame coalesced slowly, taking on a concentrated form. However, forming a fire seed would clearly take time.

Lin Langtian continued calmly, steadily refining the fire seed. After a full day's effort, his focused attention paid off, and his dantian's black flame had reduced to a small thumb-sized orb, its deep black glow exuding a powerful energy.

The fire seed was nearly complete!

Boom!

As the fire seed took shape, a wave of energy radiated from Lin Langtian, causing the once-calm water to explode into countless jets. Mo Ling and the others looked on in astonishment as he stood on the water's surface, sensing the steady rise in his power. Although he hadn't yet broken through, it was clear he was stronger than when he first entered the Sacred Spirit Pool.

"Congratulations, Brother Langtian," Mo Ling and the other three appeared beside him, clasping their hands in congratulations.

Lin Langtian nodded with a light smile. "You all seem to have gained some benefits as well—perhaps even an increased chance of reaching the Nirvana Realm someday."

Mo Ling sighed with admiration, "The Nirvana Realm isn't easy to reach. But with your progress, Brother Langtian, it seems you're not far off yourself."

Lin Langtian nodded. His trip to the Sacred Spirit Pool had indeed paid off. Not only had he completed his Yuan Power fusion, but he'd also gained subtle reserves of energy that fortified his foundation. Once they reached the Ancient Battleground, he'd only need to gather enough Nirvana Pills to prepare for a Nirvana breakthrough.

Meanwhile, as they spoke, Lin Dong, sensing movement, opened his eyes. From below the water, a small shadow shot out, slipping into his sleeve. Noticing the safe return of his companion, Little Marten, Lin Dong felt a sense of relief, then glanced at Lin Langtian, who now radiated a stronger aura.

"That was close. I'm not sure what kind of training Lin Langtian did down there, but he caused quite the stir. Luckily, I also found something valuable down below; I'll show it to you later," Little Marten murmured.

Lin Dong smiled and approached Lin Langtian, saying, "Congratulations, Brother Langtian, on taking your strength to a new level."

Lin Langtian chuckled, noticing Lin Dong's newfound aura. "It seems you had a good harvest too, Brother Lin Dong."

During his fusion training at the bottom of the pool, he had sensed a unique presence nearby, likely Little Marten. In this timeline, he knew Little Marten had secured an artifact called the Sky Crocodile Bone Spear, crafted from the bones of an ancient Sky Crocodile, equivalent in power to an earth-grade weapon. Lin Langtian, already possessing the Red Flame Howling Sky Spear, had little interest in the artifact and had let Little Marten take it.

Overall, this journey to the Sacred Spirit Pool had yielded substantial rewards for both Lin Langtian and Lin Dong, as well as for Mo Ling and the others.

"Well, if everyone's done, let's head back. I'm sure the elders are eager to see us." Lin Langtian gave Lin Dong's shoulder a pat, then led the way to the exit. Lin Dong and the others quickly followed suit; with the energy nearly depleted, staying any longer would be pointless.

In the depths of the royal palace, energy swirled as Mo Jingtian and the other clan elders watched the Sacred Spirit Pool's exit. One by one, the figures emerged, landing around the altar.

"Close the altar!"

Seeing the five return safely, Mo Jingtian relaxed and gave a sharp command. The clan elders altered their hand seals, the beams of light gradually dimming, and the portal to the Sacred Spirit Pool closed slowly.

"Congratulations to all on returning from the Sacred Spirit Pool. This was the final blessing the Great Flame Dynasty could offer, and we hope it serves you well in your journeys." Mo Jingtian's gaze lingered on Lin Langtian for a moment, his eyes flashing with interest. Though Lin Langtian's cultivation hadn't advanced, Mo Jingtian sensed a distinct strength emanating from him, a presence so powerful that he felt a twinge of intimidation.

"It seems Lin Langtian has more secrets than he lets on," Mo Jingtian thought, but he quickly let the thought pass. Lin Langtian's strength could only benefit the kingdom's other candidates, especially his son, Mo Ling. Clearing his mind, Mo Jingtian addressed the group.

"The Battle of the Hundred Dynasties will begin in ten days. In ten days, you will leave the Great Flame Dynasty and be transported directly to the Ancient Battleground to compete in this great battle."

"No matter the result, our kingdom will be proud of you all!"

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