Zi Yan Awakens

Under Xiao Ling's control, the Azure-Golden Exotic Flame transformed into surging waves of fire, wrapping layer upon layer around the Rank 9 Heavenly Demon Phoenix Magic Core like a greedy colossal beast.

Under the intense heat, fine cracks spread across the magic core's surface like a spiderweb. Golden streams of light seeped from those fissures, turning into wisps of pure energy beneath the Exotic Flame's scorching heat.

The moment this energy appeared, it was keenly sensed by the Ancient Heavenly Phoenix phantom.

The phantom raised its head and let out a clear cry. Golden flames churned violently around its body like molten gold brought to a boil.

Strands of energy flowed into the phantom along the patterns of flame. Its once somewhat illusory wings began to shine with tangible luster, and as its tail feathers spread, tiny sparks fell, burning blackened marks into the altar.

However, this magic core had come from a Heavenly Demon Phoenix whose strength had reached Rank 9. Its quality spoke for itself.

Even with Xiao Ling wielding the Exotic Flame to refine it, completely refining it was no task that could be accomplished overnight, nor could it be completed in a mere moment. Still, the required time was far from endless.

Moreover, as the refinement continued, the magic core released energy at an increasingly faster rate.

After observing it for some time, Xiao Ling made a rough calculation. It would take only about half a day to completely refine this Rank 9 Heavenly Demon Phoenix Magic Core.

By then, the Ancient Heavenly Phoenix's energy phantom would likely be able to truly stand on equal footing with the Ancient Void Dragon's energy phantom.

Time quietly passed amid the scorching of the Exotic Flame and the surging energy.

Xiao Ling focused fully on refining the Rank 9