Chapter 112: Lava Drop Dew

Chapter 112: Lava Drop Dew

The moment of Breakthrough arrived with an unprecedented surge of energy fluctuation erupting from within Luo En. It felt like the delicate tremors of a butterfly’s wings—subtle yet carrying a force that made the air itself quiver with latent power.

His meridians seemed to be rewoven, his muscle fibers undergoing a subtle transformation, denser and more elastic. As his Breathing Physique Forging reached the proficient level, his physique attribute skyrocketed to 2.0, precisely hitting the threshold for ascension to Bloodline Knight.

【Foundational Attribute Increase: Physique 1.7→2.0 (+0.3)】

Luo En felt an entirely new level of control over his body. Every muscle, bone, and vessel fell within his Perception’s grasp. It was as if the world had shifted from blurred shadows to razor-sharp clarity, chaos giving way to cosmic order.

【Acquired Additional Trait: Tracing Origin
(When Bloodline activates, reverts to a more primal and pure Bloodline form, enhancing Bloodline Rank)】

“Tracing Origin…” Luo En murmured, his eyes gleaming with excitement.

The trait’s description quickened his heartbeat. A Bloodline ability that could trace back to its primordial, unadulterated form—this was a power tailored for him!

Among cultivators of the Solar Corona Breathing Technique, most awakened low-tier Bloodlines like Fire Lizard or Wyvern. Human Bloodlines had been diluted and mutated over countless generations, their connection to ancient beasts nearly erased.

But Tracing Origin shattered this limitation, reaching directly to the Bloodline’s origin. If the trait functioned as described, Luo En could awaken a Bloodline far purer and stronger than ordinary cultivators.

“If combined with my improved Bloodline Activation Potion…” His eyes burned with intensity. “I might even activate a Dragonblood lineage close to the Yangyan Dragon!”

The Yangyan Dragon—pureblooded stellar ring Dragons of the divine age. They commanded fire and light, and ancient records claimed their clan’s primordial dragons had even inherited the Sun God’s divinity. Perhaps this was why the Solar Corona Breathing Technique could trace its origin to them.

Luo En didn’t dream of awakening such a terrifying stellar ring Bloodline overnight. But with the Bloodline Activation Potion and Tracing Origin’s dual enhancement, awakening a lesser draconic subspecies was within reach.

“Still, theory must be tested in practice.”

He calmed himself, analyzing rationally. Theoretical feasibility often diverged sharply from real-world effects. Bloodline activation was inherently high-risk—reckless attempts could lead to irreversible mutation, turning one into a monster stripped of reason and humanity.

He opened the letter Andie had sent via messenger that morning. The golden-haired youth’s handwriting was hurried, yet brimming with barely contained excitement:

“Since your Bloodline Activation Potion has made such progress, I’ll immediately prepare the materials for the Bloodline Activation Ritual. I’ll proceed before you…”

Luo En wasn’t surprised by this part. But the latter half made him frown:

“Regarding the third stage of the Solar Corona Breathing Technique, I must tell you something in person. It involves the core secrets of Bloodline Knights—unsuitable for writing. Tonight, I’ll bring the Lava Drop Dew to you.”

“Lava Drop Dew…”

Luo En whispered the name, recalling Andie’s earlier mention of this special body-tempering elixir. (Refer to Chapter 4 for details.)

According to the Solar Corona Breathing Technique’s manuscript, the third stage required Lava Drop Dew to fortify meridians, enabling them to withstand greater mana flow. However, the manuscript offered no specifics on its effects.

He carefully stored the letter, returning his focus to the Bloodline Activation Potion formula on his desk. After meticulous refinement, he’d finalized the recipe: Yang Flame Essence as the guiding medium, Bloodline factors extracted from Fire Lizard scales, and several stabilizers and directional enhancers.

Theoretically, this formula should precisely activate Yangyan Dragon-related Bloodline fragments while locking the activation path to prevent random mutation.

【Potion Brewing Experience +1】

Ai Lan quietly sorted herbs nearby, her once-still eyes now shimmering with intelligence. Her physical transformation had slowed—her form nearly human, though her skin remained pale green, her hair composed of fine vines.

“Master,” she generated words with her leaves, “Volcanic Lizard Heart Powder is running low.”

Luo En nodded. “Thank you for reminding me. I’ll arrange for new supplies.”

He marveled at her transformation. In just days, she’d evolved from a near-silent semi-plant to an assistant capable of understanding complex commands and offering proactive suggestions.

“How are you feeling today, Ai Lan?” he asked, tidying his workstation.

Her leaves trembled, forming a longer response than usual:

“Wonderful, Master. My thoughts are clearer now. I remember more things… even dreams.”

“Dreams?” He paused, intrigued.

“Dreams of a forest… a place unlike here. Sunlit, towering trees, lush flowers, teeming with life. And many… beings like me, but more human. They could speak, dance.”

Luo En nodded thoughtfully. This further confirmed his suspicion—the dreams were likely awakening Bloodline memories, echoes from ancient times.

“That sounds beautiful,” he said gently. “Perhaps one day, you’ll remember even more.”

Ai Lan’s vines quivered faintly, as if expressing emotion, before she resumed organizing herbs.

Luo En returned to work. Over the next hours, he completed several client potion orders while refining the Bloodline Activation Potion’s details.

As the sun dipped westward, Andie arrived as promised, carrying an ornate wooden box.

“Finally finished today’s Enforcement Team task. Splitting dozens of test logs today—my arms feel numb!”

Besides his Knight cultivation, Andie spent much time on School Enforcement Team tasks to earn Mana Shard Fragments. Without noble backing, apprentices like Luo En risked their lives on external missions.

The golden-haired youth sighed, weary yet excited:

“This box holds the Lava Drop Dew… and some information you need.”

Luo En led him to the workshop’s second-floor parlor. Ai Lan silently served tea before retreating.

Andie carefully opened the box, retrieving a small crystal vial. Inside swirled dark red liquid, golden specks flickering like miniature magma currents.

“Lava Drop Dew,” Andie said solemnly. “The third-stage body-tempering elixir of the Solar Corona Breathing Technique—and the last secret royal formula I could smuggle out.”

Luo En accepted the vial, feeling searing heat even through the thick crystal.

“What exactly does it do?” he asked, swirling the liquid.

Andie glanced around, ensuring privacy, before explaining:

“Unlike Burning Oil, Lava Drop Dew isn’t just for meridian reinforcement.”

His tone turned grave:

“Its true purpose… is to help Bloodline Knights survive the post-awakening danger period.”

He retrieved a parchment scroll from his robe:

“This is a copy I secretly transcribed from the royal archives:

After the Bloodline Awakening Ritual, Knights enter a six-month rapid growth phase. During this time, the awakened Bloodline power surges uncontrollably, posing severe mutation risks.”

Luo En frowned. “Mutation risks?”

“Precisely,” Andie confirmed. “If the host’s body cannot fully control the ancient Bloodline, it begins corrupting flesh and spirit, causing irreversible mutation. This is why many Bloodline Awakeners become monsters.”

He gestured to the vial. “Lava Drop Dew stabilizes the awakened Bloodline, integrating it into the host at a controlled pace to prevent catastrophic mutation.”

Luo En now grasped the third stage’s true purpose:

“So it’s a transitional phase, helping Knights master their awakened Bloodline?”

“Exactly,” Andie nodded. “Even royal Bloodline Knights rarely progress beyond the third stage of the Solar Corona Breathing Technique.”

“What about the final stage leading to Sun Crownknights?” Luo En pressed.

Andie smirked bitterly:

“Unfortunately, as an unloved Thirteenth Prince, I lack access to the final stage’s lineage. From what I’ve heard, only the King and Crown Prince may study it.”

Luo En nodded thoughtfully. This meant he might need to return to Falu Ke Kingdom someday to advance further in the Solar Corona Breathing Technique.

“While I don’t have the final stage’s details, I’ve heard rumors.”

A sly glint sparked in Andie’s eyes:

“It’s said the complete Solar Corona Breathing Technique doesn’t just help Bloodline Knights control their power—it guides them to higher realms, transforming them into ‘Sun Crownknights.’ These beings can channel solar mana directly.”

He lowered his voice: “Since Falu Ke Kingdom’s founding, only two Knights have reached this realm—both during the kingdom’s gravest crises. Their power rivals Full Mages, even surpassing some research-focused mages.”

Luo En fell silent. If these rumors were true, he might need to visit the King himself someday as a High Apprentice.

“When will you begin the Ritual?”

“Whenever you’re ready with the potion,” Andie replied. “But best to perform it at noon, when positive mana peaks.”

They discussed the Ritual’s details and preparations, agreeing to commence three days later at dawn.

After seeing Andie off, Luo En returned to his lab, fully dedicating himself to the Bloodline Activation Potion’s final adjustments.

Now aware of Bloodline Knights’ deeper secrets, his requirements for the potion had sharpened: it must precisely guide the Awakening’s direction while minimizing post-awakening mutation risks.

(End of Chapter)

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