Both being at the seventh ring and both materialized, Indoma knew very well that belonging to the same energy level did not necessarily mean they were roughly equal in strength.
Reaching a certain energy level simply means that a being has the potential to reach the same level as others of the same energy level.
This does not mean that one has directly acquired equal strength.
Just as the efforts of apes to evolve into humans did not mean they directly acquired the intelligence and wisdom of top modern scientists.
Therefore, theoretically, even within the same energy level, the difference in strength between the two sides could be enormous.
That's exactly what's happening right now.
With a grim expression, he flew into the crevice and then gently landed on the floating platform in the center of the Nine Heavens Gate, following Lin Hui.
At this moment, Seven Extinctions was already waiting there on the plain.
This powerful figure, who had always been known for his ruthlessness, was now all smiles and amiable.
"Good disciple, who is this person behind you?"
"These are sincere disciples who wish to join my Nine Heavens Gate," Lin Hui said earnestly.
How could he not be sincere? If he wasn't, the seal within Indoma's body would automatically cause trouble, returning him to the predicament of his physical body being sealed. If he were to break the seal himself, it would take at least a hundred years.
Indoma flexibility, the darkness on his body faded, revealing a delicate and beautiful fair face.
He was dressed in ordinary gray clothes, his limbs were thin, and his palms and soles were pierced by long black nails. The nails were as thick as eggs, and just looking at them made one feel that they were very painful.
"Please accept this, sir. I truly and sincerely wish to join the Nine Heavens Gate," he replied earnestly and respectfully.
"Good, very good. The fact that you were able to obtain two great seal techniques through my disciple's instruction is indeed enough to prove your sincerity. Since that's the case... come with me!" As Seven Extinctions spoke, he suddenly grabbed with his right hand.
Swish!
Before the two could react, he and Indoma vanished from their spot in an instant.
Lin Hui was left with a subtle expression, vaguely guessing what his teacher was planning to do.
Indoma his pride and arrogance, although he escaped his predicament by relying on the seal, he was still at risk of betraying his sect and leaving at any time.
He guessed that the True Lord of Seven Destructions might have taken the person away as a precaution.
After a few minutes, seeing that the person still hadn't returned, he simply sat cross-legged and floated in place, closing his eyes to quietly ponder how to allocate and handle the Nether Seed of the new cultivation technique. He had considered letting experts of Indoma's level absorb it directly, but for such experts, their strength system was already fixed, and it was impossible for them to eagerly incorporate something into their core system as soon as they obtained it; there would definitely be a lot of testing and experimentation involved.
This could very likely expose the special effects and side effects of the Nether Seed.
Therefore, it is not suitable.
"But if we start from scratch and test some low-level beings at the third or fourth ring, the waiting time would be far too long. The Nether Seed can only assist in breaking through energy levels; it doesn't mean that the other party will necessarily be able to continuously break through their limits and reach the seventh ring of materialization after obtaining it. What I need is for the other party to use it to enter the materialization energy level, and then retrieve it three times, merging it back into themselves, thus elevating themselves to the seventh ring of materialization. If the waiting time is too long, what's the difference between that and cultivating on their own? According to the Jade Scale Seal given by the teacher, it only takes a thousand years. And for a low-level being, even if they can keep breaking through, a thousand years would be too long," Lin Hui thought to himself, shaking his head.
A series of candidates kept flashing through his mind.
One cannot be too strong, nor too intelligent, nor too weak.
Soon, a somewhat familiar face quietly emerged.
"Sorry to keep you waiting."
Suddenly Indoma's voice came from the side.
Lin Hui snapped out of his daze and looked over with a smile.
But now, Indoma had just looked so miserable, had all the nails on his body gone, and his clothes had been changed into a blue and white Daoist robe similar to those of the Nine Heavens Gate and himself and Seven Extinctions.
His long black hair cascaded down, giving him the air of a handsome, refined gentleman.
"It's alright, what's wrong?" Lin Hui looked Indoma, clearly sensing that the other party's aura was much stronger than before.
"From now on, you can call him Brother Indoma," Seven Extinctions's voice followed from the side.
His figure appeared, looking at the two with a smile.
"Our Nine Heavens Gate has gained another promising young man."
As he spoke, he looked at Indoma again.
"Alright, I've given you everything you're entitled to. Remember to protect your junior brother when you're out there."
Indoma could only nod.
From the moment he was captured by Seven Extinctions, he knew that he was truly destined to be part of the Fusion Faction.
For him, although he committed murder and arson, and devoured cultivation to improve himself, he was still considered a good person compared to the Calamity Fusion Faction. And now...
With a soft sigh, Indoma Seven Extinctions and realized how much Qi Mie valued his junior brother Lin Hui.
He immediately clasped his hands in a gesture of respect.
"Your disciple obeys."
Although he was half-deceived and half-coerced, he now understands, in order to get revenge, that there are very few places that can truly accept him and allow him to improve quickly.
Becoming Fusion Faction and integrating into the Disaster Energy the Wind Disaster can indeed significantly enhance one's survival rate and strength in a short period of time.
In addition, there are the major Dharma Seal of the Nine Heavens Gate.
Although others felt helpless, they knew this was the best option he could currently obtain.
They immediately went along with it.
"And your grudge..." Seven Extinctions began, but was interrupted by Indoma raising his hand solemnly.
"Master, your disciple wishes to avenge himself!"
After so many years of torment and suffering, simply killing Lan Wuji would be too lenient on him!
Death is but a moment of eternal sleep; how can that meager pain compensate for the time he was imprisoned and tortured?
"Alright. Just call me whenever you need me." Seven Extinctions was bored at the Nine Heavens Gate anyway, so he was happy to hide and watch the show all day. "Thank you, teacher!" Indoma respectfully clasped his hands in thanks.
"Alright, A-Hui, you can go now. Your senior brothers still have some injuries that need rest. You can contact each other for help later," Seven Extinctions explained.
"Yes, disciple does indeed have matters to attend to. Master, senior brother, I'll take my leave now." Having thought of the suitable candidate, Lin Hui was eager to quickly cast the spell on the Nether Seed.
He immediately clasped his hands in farewell and took his leave.
With Indoma joining, regardless of his sincerity, he is unlikely to betray him before seeking revenge, as he desperately needs strength right now, and any power that can enhance him is invaluable.
The Nine Heavens Gate's assistance in the Wind Disaster was extremely powerful, so naturally they wouldn't let it go.
Therefore, it is indeed possible to trust him for the time being and treat him as a friend.
Other Pioneers like Zhuo Xinghai could be temporarily and occasionally reassigned as unofficial staff or partners.
Just as the talent flew out of the Nine Heavens Gate, Lin Hui suddenly stopped and turned around.
Just then, Indoma appeared in mid-air behind them and tossed out a small red box.
"These are some items imbued with the Existence Force I picked up when I first came out. I don't know what you plan to do with this Existence Force, but it's an obscure and rare item, and very few people know about it..."
"This is my secret. Why ask, senior brother?" Lin Hui smiled.
The term "senior brother" made Indoma somewhat uncomfortable, but he still paused and nodded.
"Alright, I'll make up for what I owe you later. Anyway, I'll keep anything that has the Existence Force for you." "Okay!" Lin Hui nodded.
To say goodbye, one must remain at the Nine Heavens Gate to integrate and cultivate, allowing the Wind Disaster to transform Indoma.
Lin Hui did not return to the Demon Palace, but instead went to another place of calamity.
Extreme Cold.
Inside a vast, deep blue underwater palace.
The Cold Night Matriarch changed into a long blue-black dress in advance, carefully applied makeup, and wore the most flattering accessories to accentuate her figure and face. She placed her hands on her lower abdomen and waited quietly.
She drove all the servants out of the palace to prevent them from discovering her secret.
hiss.
Suddenly, a purple crack was torn open in mid-air within the underground palace, and faint mist from the Mind Sea drifted out, beginning to absorb the surrounding power of the Extreme Cold.
Lin Hui, dressed in a blue and white Daoist robe, floated out gently, and the crack behind him closed.
"Long time no see, Lin." Lin Hui greeted her with a smile.
"It has indeed been quite some time."
Lin was a real name that the Cold Night Matriarch once used. After she completely followed Lin Hui, she used it as a key to distinguish the two from the other mistresses. "You took the initiative to contact me this time. Is there a mission you need to carry out?" the Cold Night Matriarch asked softly.
To gain greater benefits in the new world, Extreme Cold must now closely follow in Lin Hui's footsteps.
She was fully aware of this, and that's why she did it.
Judging from her choice of the word "task," it's clear that she's subtly indicating the identity and position she internally recognizes.
Of course, this only applies when there is profit to be made, and interests align, making it easier to negotiate.
"I do need your help with a small matter." Lin Hui stretched out his hand, and a semi-transparent Nether Seed appeared in his palm.
"This is a special treasure I recently developed. Its effect is to rapidly increase the energy level of the person who fuses with it. I haven't tested the exact speed of the increase, but it shouldn't take more than a century."
Upon hearing about the energy level upgrade, a fiery glint flashed in the beautiful eyes of the Cold Night Matriarch.
She struggles so desperately precisely because she is too weak, which makes her vulnerable at every turn, and she can't even compete with other calamities for knowledge.
This is why she always rushes to the front lines and is always the first to arrive.
Because she knew very well that if she didn't take advantage of the situation before everyone realized what was happening, she would most likely be eliminated once everyone figured out the situation and began to unleash their full power.
Therefore, the key is to eat as much as you can at the beginning.
Hearing that the Nether Seed could enhance one's energy level, she had always believed Lin Hui's words without a doubt. Over the years of their friendship, Lin Hui had never uttered a falsehood. And now...
She gazed at him, waiting for what was to come.
After all, a treasure that can enhance one's energy level is something that can't just be shown to her.
"There might be some big moves coming up. If you stick with me, you won't be of much use if you're too weak. In the current battle situation, the fifth ring level is... a bit too weak," Lin Hui said softly.
Not to mention, even the Cold Night Matriarch, a weak fifth-ring, might not be able to defeat Hai Ming's Annihilation- class.
But their Annihilation -level monsters are far more numerous than those in the Extreme Cold.
This actually indirectly indicates that the overall strength of the Extreme Cold disaster is not as great as the other types.
"In other words... this..." A slight longing rose in Han Ye 'Cold Night Matriarch heart.
"Yes, it's yours now." Lin Hui tossed the Nether Seed gently over. "Incorporate it into your body and absorb it slowly." Lin reached out and grasped the flying Nether Seed, her eyes flickering with blue flames, revealing her somewhat turbulent emotions.