For a moment, Li Yun smiled.
He had never expected Huang Long to give him such a huge surprise.
A Red Affix.
True Dragon Soul!
Not only was its quality high enough, but its value and utility were immense as well.
Without any hesitation, Li Yun said, "System, equip it!"
[ Ding! Equipped successfully! ]
The next second, Li Yun felt an unfathomable power emerge within his body.
The True Dragon Soul was born, appearing directly within his Dantian.
With but a thought, he could activate the True Dragon Soul. It would form a divine dragon to protect its master, possessing the destructive power of the Grand Unity True Immortal Realm and defensive strength comparable to his own physical vitality.
Thus, the True Dragon Soul was fundamentally based on his Nascent Soul Cultivation and Physical Body Cultivation.
For ordinary cultivators, this item would not be particularly valuable. But for him, with his Pangu bloodline, he could unleash tremendous value from it.
His Great Witch Bloodline was only red at present. If it advanced to gold, it would become an Ancestor Witch Bloodline; if it advanced to divine grade, it would become a genuine Pangu bloodline, even purer than that of the Three Pure Ones and the Ancestor Witches. At that point, how powerful would this True Dragon Soul become? It would be impossible to estimate.
At that thought, Li Yun's impression of Huang Long improved greatly.
After all, Huang Long had contributed such a fine Trait to him. Naturally, he had to return the favor.
With that in mind, Li Yun looked at Huang Long, who had recovered his Innate Dao Body and risen to his feet. "Senior Brother Huang Long, you truly are suited to cultivating the Nine Revolutions Mysterious Technique!"
"Although the early stages may be difficult and slow, I believe cultivating this technique will benefit your future more."
Hearing this, Huang Long gave Li Yun a complicated look.
After witnessing Li Yun's formidable physical strength, even Huang Long had to admit that he was tempted by the Nine Revolutions Mysterious Technique.
Especially after hearing Li Yun's words, Huang Long became even more certain of his choice. He nodded and said, "Thank you for the reminder, Junior Brother Li Yun. After this matter is over, I will ask Master to grant me the Nine Revolutions Mysterious Technique."
"When the time comes, I may be lacking in this aspect of cultivation. I hope Junior Brother can offer me some guidance."
"No problem."
Li Yun nodded and agreed without hesitation.
Just based on the Red Affix Huang Long had contributed to him, Li Yun's Favorability toward him had risen considerably. As for offering guidance, that was honestly no difficult matter. Besides, if he built a good relationship with Huang Long, the benefits would only grow greater once Huang Long became a top expert of the Dragon Clan in the future.
The Three Pure Ones atop the platform took in the entire scene.
Yuanshi Tianzun opened his mouth, then said with some emotion, "Eldest Brother, your disciple is truly broad-minded."
"Even when facing Chan Teachings' succession of challengers, he has shown little arrogance."
"He was forceful when he acted earlier, but he still held back. Now he is even offering guidance to Huang Long. He is truly a rare talent."
As he spoke, Yuanshi felt somewhat envious.
Such an excellent prospect was even more suited to his inheritance, yet Li Yun was Laozi's disciple and a member of the Human Teachings.
"Second Brother, you flatter him."
Laozi smiled faintly, clearly satisfied with Li Yun's attitude.
He was forceful when it was time to be forceful, and peaceful when it was time to be peaceful.
If his cultivation were not still too low, Laozi would have even thought Li Yun capable of becoming the public face of the Human Teachings.
With that thought, Laozi changed the subject. "Still, Li Yun's words do make sense."
"Huang Long's talent is indeed somewhat lacking among your twelve Direct Disciples, but his physical talent is truly not weak. If he cultivates the Nine Revolutions Mysterious Technique, he may have a chance to stand on the same level as the other Direct Disciples in the future."
Hearing this, the corners of Yuanshi Tianzun's lips rose.
Though he was not entirely satisfied with Huang Long's origins, Huang Long was still his Direct Disciple. Naturally, he could not truly abandon him.
Moreover, Yuanshi Tianzun had not yet reached the point of openly favoring Guang Chengzi. His attitude toward his other Direct Disciples was more or less the same.
At that thought, Yuanshi Tianzun said, "Since he has such intentions, after this Exchange Meeting, I shall grant him the Nine Revolutions Mysterious Technique."
"Junior Brother Li Yun, please enlighten me."
While the Three Pure Ones were conversing, Tai Yi stepped forward and cupped his hands toward Li Yun in salute.
At this moment, he did not dare show the slightest carelessness or slackness, for he knew very well that Li Yun's strength was nearly comprehensive.
Taiqing Divine Thunder was his divine ability.
His physical strength could crush Huang Long's true form.
Precisely because of this, even he had little confidence in fighting Li Yun, much less defeating him.
"Good!"
Li Yun agreed and did not refuse.
With a raised hand, he sent a bolt of Taiqing Divine Thunder hurtling toward Tai Yi.
"Yuqing Divine Thunder!"
Tai Yi was not to be outdone. He raised his hand and controlled Yuqing Divine Thunder to meet the attack.
The next instant, two bolts of azure lightning collided in midair. Although Tai Yi's Yuqing Divine Thunder was ultimately somewhat weaker, when it exploded, it also caused the Taiqing Divine Thunder to shatter along with it.
The surrounding cultivators took in the scene, exclaiming in surprise, "Yuqing Divine Thunder at Minor Accomplishment!"
"Good heavens, Junior Brother Tai Yi's cultivation of Yuqing Divine Thunder is remarkable."
Li Yun also turned more serious.
With Yuqing Divine Thunder at Minor Accomplishment and Golden Immortal Realm cultivation, he could not overwhelm Tai Yi in this regard.
With that thought, Li Yun decided not to continue attacking with Taiqing Divine Thunder. With a thought, he activated it: "True Dragon Soul: Open!"
Roar—
A dragon's roar rang out as Li Yun's blood and qi churned within his Dantian.
Immediately afterward, the phantom of an azure nine-clawed divine dragon appeared. It directly enveloped Li Yun's body, carrying him into the air.
A vast dragon's might spread outward, and Li Yun's entire aura became razor-sharp.
"What is that?"
"A dragon soul protecting its master?"
"No, that dragon soul is not a living creature. What exactly is going on?"
"Could it be a secret technique of the Human Teachings? It looks incredibly powerful."
"..."
At that moment, the disciples of the Chan and Jie Sects all cried out in alarm.
Looking at Li Yun in his divine dragon-protected state, everyone's eyes were filled with disbelief, shock, and incredulity.
Huang Long in particular.
As a pure member of the Dragon Clan, he could sense that the dragon soul was an inanimate thing. Yet the aura fluctuations and pressure it radiated were even purer than his own bloodline.
If he had not known that Li Yun was a disciple of the Human Race, he might have suspected that Li Yun was Ancestor Dragon's illegitimate son. Otherwise, how could he possess such a dragon soul and dragon's might?
"Go!"
Before the surrounding crowd could recover their senses, Li Yun had already attacked decisively.
With a sweep of his hand, the dragon soul let out a low roar and flew from his body. Its enormous form lunged toward Tai Yi at high speed, while azure Taiqing Divine Thunder crackled and emerged around it.
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