Chapter 361: Unexpected Changes

Chapter 361: Unexpected Changes

"Roar!"

A deep and resonant roar erupted from Lin En's throat.

At this moment, Lin En had transformed into a crimson dragon with four claws, covered in scales, and engulfed in raging flames.

Third Tier!

Flame Dragon!

As the sound echoed, an intangible aura spread out, covering the surroundings, and fire elements frantically converged.

With a mere thought, Lin En could summon scorching flames that incinerated everything, and effortlessly cast fire-based witchcraft.

This was...

The power of the rules!

The range of his influence, known as a domain, was a capability unique to Third Circle Wizards.

"After years of arduous cultivation and consuming countless resources, I've finally advanced to the Third Circle. However, the Great Flame Bloodline Heritage ends here."

Swishing his dragon tail, Lin En turned to look at his still-meditating main body:

"I wonder how the main body's progress is?"

Unlike Lin En, Karl had spent several times more time. What was a century for Lin En was four to five centuries for the main body.

During these four to five hundred years, instead of cultivating, the main body had been using essence and brainpower to deduce techniques.

As a split consciousness, the main body could perceive everything about Lin En, but Lin En's perception of the main body was rather vague.

He could only vaguely sense some progress.

"Success!"

Just then, Karl opened his eyes, and a hint of a smile appeared on his seemingly unchanging face.

"I never expected that the path would be found within the Dragon Affliction's Companion Technique. I almost wasted several centuries."

With a snap of his fingers, a ray of light shot into Lin En's Mental Sea, transforming into a complex and profound technique.

"This technique, based on the Great Flame Bloodline, integrates Bloodline Sorcery, Dark Deity Techniques, the Tri-Discipline Cultivation, and the Flame Heart..."

"Its quality reaches the sixth rank, and I name it the Flame Sun Art!"

At this point, Lin En could no longer hear the main body's voice; all his attention was captivated by the technique.

The Flame Sun Art, as an improved version of the Great Flame Bloodline, could be said to have addressed all the flaws of the original technique.

Slow progress?

By incorporating the bloodline and borrowing from the Flame Heart cultivation technique, even without special circumstances, the cultivation speed would not be slower than other heritages.

If one could refine high-tier flames and advance to a higher bloodline, their cultivation speed would skyrocket.

Low potential?

The Tri-Discipline Cultivation, originating from an unknown world, allowed for bloodline enhancement without the need to devour other beings. The improved Flame Sun Art, by absorbing the essence, required only dedicated cultivation to purify and advance the bloodline, theoretically unlocking limitless potential.

Weak in combat?

With the boost from the Flame Heart and Bloodline Sorcery, the Flame Sun Art excelled in both close combat and long-range attacks, especially against human opponents.

It was perfect!

"Umm..." Lin En's consciousness withdrew from the Mental Sea, his eyes gleaming:

"Can't I refine the Divine Flame?"

"That's right," Karl nodded. "We're on the Calim Continent. If you refine the Divine Flame and are discovered, you'll surely be expelled by the wizards."

"Expulsion would be the best outcome. Most likely, they'd kill you on the spot. Fortunately, there are other high-tier flames besides the Divine Flame. Even without them, with your current age, you can cultivate to the Fourth Circle Wizard."

Lin En understood and asked, "What about you?"

"In my world, foreign deities are about to descend. If I want to resist, I must become an Upper Deity," Karl replied. "I'm only a Lesser Deity now, but with this technique, I have a glimmer of hope."

"Additionally, the Eastern Kingdom Continent has also encountered unexpected events. The final guidance of fate lies there."

Eastern Kingdom Continent?

Lin En was puzzled.

"You don't need to worry about it," Karl continued. "Beastfolk Nikol has already advanced to the Second Circle, and Charlott is about to break through as well. You have a month to stabilize your cultivation. I'll adjust the time flow in your space to help you reach the mid-stage of the Third Circle, ensuring you have a chance against Viper Academy's Dean, Aksha."

With a snap of his fingers, he adjusted the time flow in Lin En's space.

Then, with a flip of his hand, a ball of Divine Flame appeared in his palm.

The Fire God!

A Buddha's shadow appeared behind him, and the Buddha's hands clasped the Divine Flame.

Lin En was the War God, capable of slaying all beings imbued with divinity to strengthen himself. Theoretically, the Divine Flame also possessed divinity.

With the Flame Sun Art's technique, numerous difficulties were overcome. The various Divine Flames he had collected finally came into play.

"Refine!"

The numbers on the light curtain in his consciousness trembled slightly.

Essence Force: 199

The next instant.

Essence Force: 200

Simultaneously.

The cultivation rank of Lesser Deity in the cultivation progress column flickered and quietly transformed into Middle Deity.

And this was just the beginning.

After the gods of this world fell, Divine Flames scattered across the land. Over the years, Karl had been collecting them.

Since the Divine Flames could enhance his strength, he could rely on the power of the gods to reach the peak.

A white flying ship arrived at the broken edge.

Lin En had been waiting here for a long time, and the vibrant life force on his body already indicated his smooth cultivation.

"Second Circle!"

Gear Jack patted Lin En's body and nodded slowly:

"Not bad.

"How long did it take?"

"A hundred years," Linen spoke up. "Some time was spent on the breakthrough, and more on consolidating my cultivation. Thankfully, after advancing to the Second Circle, I have a lifespan of five hundred years."

"A hundred years?" Gear Jack shook his head. "That's a bit long, but since you're still young, it doesn't matter. With some effort, there's a chance you might even reach the Third Circle."

Of course, he was just making small talk. Viper Academy had been established for centuries, and apart from the Dean, they had only produced one Third Circle Wizard, who had passed away prematurely. Saying this to a newly promoted Second Circle Wizard was merely a gesture of encouragement.

"Let's go!"

"Charlott and Nikol have also emerged from their seclusion."

"Oh!" Linen raised his eyebrows. "How are they doing?"

"They're doing great," Gear Jack smiled faintly. "All three of you successfully broke through, which is quite rare. In previous years, there were more cases of breakthrough failures."

"Many even died in the Stone Cabin due to their lifespan being exhausted."

Hmm? Linen nodded slowly.

The flying ship arrived at the platform occupied by the academy, and he called upon the other two who had also successfully broken through. Together, they boarded the ship once more and headed towards the Second Circle.

Along the way, the three couldn't help but share their joy at their successful breakthroughs, even the usually calm Charlott was beaming with happiness.

Second Circle Wizards!

Not to mention the increase in strength, they now had a lifespan of at least five hundred years.

The flying ship weaved through the void, and as they drew closer to the Titan Heart, the fluctuations in power became more pronounced.

'No wonder Viper Academy, with only one Third Circle Wizard, could firmly establish themselves here. With just a slight borrowing of the Titan Heart's power, even a Fourth Circle Wizard would likely kneel before it.'

'Aksha spent centuries studying the Titan Heart and must have grasped some of its power.'

"We've arrived!"

As he pondered, the flying ship reached the Middle Ring. Gear Jack led the three to a grand hall, which also served as the core of Viper Academy.

Inside the hall were several Second Circle Wizards, whose portraits hung in the academy, allowing them to recognize the wizards even without meeting them in person.

Seated in the main position was a short and slender elder with a white beard—the founder of the academy, Aksha.

He rarely appeared in public, and this was Linen's first time seeing him.

"Mentor!"

Charlott bowed.

"Dean!"

Linen and Nikol approached one after the other.

"Good!"

"Good!"

Aksha smiled and waved Charlott over. "Come here."

"Yes." Charlott complied and approached Aksha, whispering about her recent seclusion experience.

"Borrowing the power of the Titan Heart to break through the realm has its pros and cons. The advantage is an increased chance of success, but it also consumes lifespan and squeezes potential." Aksha spoke softly, "So, the less lifespan consumed, the brighter the future. You breaking through in a hundred years is already quite impressive."

"Nikol took sixty years, which is also acceptable."

"As for Linen..."

He smiled, "No matter where you go from now on, remember that Viper Academy is your home. You can always come back if you need anything."

"Yes." Linen lowered his head. "I'll never forget the Dean's nurturing."

Charlott and Nikol were taken aback, unaware that Linen had already connected with the Roll Family.

However, the Dean's distant attitude was evident.

"It's not that significant." Aksha waved his hand. "The academy didn't play a major role in your achievements."

After saying a few words, he turned and asked, "Nikol, I heard you have something to tell me?"

"Yes." Nikol nodded and said, "Regarding the Titan Core, there are records in the Beastfolk Nikol's heritage, and they left behind an item."

He took out a wooden box from his spatial equipment and opened it gently, revealing a book inside.

"Dean."

"I wish to get close to the Titan Core."

"..." Aksha's smile faded, and he lifted his hand to retrieve the wooden box, scanning the book with his spiritual light.

Only after confirming it was safe did he slowly open it.

"Puff!"

Suddenly, a white smoke emerged from the wooden box.

Nikol, who had been respectful, now had a murderous look in his eyes. He leaped forward, a sharp spike appearing in his hand.

Third Circle Wizardry—Spatial Leap! And it was instantaneous!

"Not good!"

"Mentor!"

"..."

The hall erupted in commotion.

The sudden change caught everyone off guard, and even with the wizards' powerful perception, they couldn't react in time.

The only one who could act was Aksha. He raised his hand to block Nikol's assassination attempt and instinctively activated the formation in the hall.

Within the formation, even if a Fourth Circle Wizard were to appear, he would stand unchallenged.

"Puff!"

Suddenly, a sharp spike pierced Aksha's waist, freezing him in place.

"Charlott!"

"I'm sorry." Charlott's face turned cold. "Mentor, I had no choice."

(End of Chapter)

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