Xiao Ling steadied himself several yards before the source of the Demonic Flame and raised his eyes to study it, his gaze growing ever clearer and more meticulous.
Before him, the source of the Purifying Demonic Lotus Flame had shed all its violence and frenzy. Layer upon layer of lotus petals, their milky-white base entwined with delicate pale-pink flame patterns, looked sacred and translucent, like the purest crystallization of flame born at the dawn of heaven and earth. It was exquisitely flawless, pure enough to bear not a speck of dust, and beautiful enough to make one's heart tremble.
As he gazed at this Heavenly Flame source that could be called a rare treasure of heaven and earth, Xiao Ling could not help but sigh softly to himself.
"No wonder it is the Purifying Demonic Lotus Flame... In this form, it is truly peerless in splendor and sacred beyond compare."
He murmured softly, a trace of anticipation flashing through his eyes. "I wonder just how far my cultivation can rise after I fully refine and absorb you this time. I only hope you do not disappoint me."
As his words fell, Xiao Ling said no more. He took a deep breath, and the aura around him slowly settled until it became completely steady.
He closed his eyes and focused, swiftly adjusting his condition. He brought his mind, Dou Qi, and soul to their absolute peak and most harmonious state, making his final preparations to refine this supreme Heavenly Flame.
Once his aura had fully stabilized and his mind was as calm as still water, Xiao Ling moved slightly and drifted above the source of the Purifying Demonic Lotus Flame. Looking down from above, he quietly gazed upon the sacred and resplendent fire lotus.
His fingertips moved lightly, and several profound