Cultivation Method Upgrade
A burst of cyan and white flames erupted from Xiao Yu's body without warning, and the violent aura of Six-star Dou Ling instantly spread out. The two gray-robed figures who were sitting cross-legged in front of the Library Pavilion suddenly sprang up from the ground.
A hoarse voice reached everyone's ears. "Retreat!"
Everyone was slightly taken aback, then retreated rapidly, including Hu Gan, as the Heavenly Flames on Xiao Yu's body came too quickly.
Boom!
The scorching flames instantly enveloped Xiao Yu, but fortunately, the Heavenly Flames did not show any tendency to erupt outwards, and Xiao Yu was instantly turned into a human torch.
The two gray-robed men frowned slightly, exchanged a glance, and then focused on Xiao Yu's aura without saying a word.
Xun'er and the others, who had already been pushed aside, looked at Xiao Yu with considerable shock. Two different flames and the powerful strength of Six-star Dou Ling —he didn't look like a student from the Outer Academy Jia Nan Academy at all.
Wu Hao and Xiao Yu, in particular, were completely unaware of Xiao Yu's strength. Now, when they suddenly felt Xiao Yu's strength far surpassing their own, they were inevitably shocked.
Xiao Yu licked her rosy lips and said incredulously, "Is this... is this real? Dou Ling? How long has it been, and Xiao Yu has already advanced to Dou Ling?"
Xiao Yan chuckled softly and said, "When I met Brother Yu in the Jia Ma Empire, he was also Da Dou Shi. Later, we went through a period of rapid growth in strength, and Brother Yu directly jumped to the Dou Ling."
Upon hearing this, Xiao Yu suddenly remembered that her strength had also suddenly surged on a certain day before. She had thought it was due to her accumulated strength, but now it seemed that all the members of her Xiao Clan family had experienced such a surge in strength.
Xun'er looked at Xiao Yu, who was engulfed in flames, with some worry, fearing that something might happen to him. Hu Gan, standing to the side, looked at Xiao Yu with complicated emotions, then stepped forward and bowed to the two elders, asking, "Elders, what happened?"
A deep, hoarse voice came from beneath the gray-robed old man's robes. "This child's talent is truly terrifying. The plaque of the Scripture Pavilion has existed since the founding of the Jia Nan Academy. The Daoist principles contained within it are extraordinary. The two of us have cultivated here for many years without understanding the Daoist principles contained within, yet this young friend has already comprehended them!"
Hu Gan was immediately taken aback upon hearing this, and cautiously asked, "How long will this condition last?"
The gray-robed elder slowly shook his head and said, "I don't know. It could take a few minutes, a few hours, a few days, or even a few months. It depends on his comprehension!"
Hu Gan nodded slightly, then turned his gaze to Xiao Yu. Now it was up to Xiao Yu himself.
At this moment, Xiao Yu felt his mind was in Chaos, and a desolate aura enveloped him in an instant. Looking at the misty and dim surroundings, Xiao Yu felt a sense of panic. He could not mobilize the Dou Qi energy in his body, nor could he use the Heavenly Flames. It was as if he had turned back into an ordinary person in an instant.
Just as Xiao Yu was feeling somewhat flustered, a soft golden light suddenly poured down from the misty sky. Xiao Yu's Chaos Cultivation Source Method began to slowly circulate, and an extremely profound Daoist rhythm within the golden light connected with the cultivation technique within his body, which began to be absorbed by Xiao Yu.
Under the watchful eyes of the onlookers, Xiao Yu's Dou Ling aura suddenly trembled, and then he could feel the energy in the surrounding world slowly gathering towards Xiao Yu, forming a miniature funnel shape above Xiao Yu head.
Xun'er and the others stared in shock at the scene before them; even Hu Gan and the two gray-robed elders had never witnessed anything like it.
Vast energy began to be absorbed into Xiao Yu's body, and wisps of golden light gradually formed in his dantian. As the Chaos Cultivation Source Method was fully activated, the surrounding energy began to surge violently.
The two gray-robed elders spoke in a low, hoarse voice, "There seems to be too much energy in this world?"
Another person hesitated and said, "No, this doesn't seem to be a single-attribute energy. Just who is this little guy? It seems like he's broken all the rules!"
Xiao Yu's internal energy began to surge, and the energy around his body was absorbed into his body like a parched riverbed receiving sweet rain. His cultivation level also began to skyrocket!
Seven-star Dou Ling! Eight Star Dou Ling! Nine Star Dou Ling!
As the last bit of energy was absorbed into Xiao Yu's body, his cultivation level stabilized at the Nine Star Dou Ling realm. Still in a daze, Xiao Yu felt a warm and comfortable sensation within his body.
"Congratulations, host, for comprehending the Daoist principles of the Jia Nan Academy's Scripture Pavilion and successfully activating the Chaos Cultivation Source Method. You have completed a potential S-rank system mission. Reward: The Chaos Cultivation Source Method has been upgraded to Earth Tier Low-Grade cultivation technique. Please continue your efforts!"
A system voice came from Xiao Yu's mind. Realizing what was happening, Xiao Yu exclaimed in surprise, "My cultivation technique has leveled up? What's the use of this Daoist aura?"
"Daoist principles are an auxiliary method of cultivation, which can accelerate a cultivator's comprehension." The system explained this to Xiao Yu this time, and he finally understood somewhat.
The hazy space in his mind was illuminated by golden light and gradually became clear. Xiao Yu regained control of his body and felt his cultivation level rise once again, leaping to the Nine Star Dou Ling. This was worthwhile, even though he didn't find anything he wanted in the Scripture Pavilion.
With a thought, Xiao Yu's Green Lotus Core Flame and Bone Spirit Cold Flame retreated back into his body like a tide. He opened his eyes, and a sharp ray of light, about an inch long, shot out from his pupils.
Seeing Xun'er Xiao Yu had woken up, Xiao Yu quickly stepped forward and took his hand, asking with some concern, "Brother Xiao Yu, are you alright?"
Xiao Yu chuckled and said, "I'm fine. I was just suddenly drawn to the plaque on this Scripture Pavilion. I didn't expect to have such good fortune."
The two gray-robed elders stepped forward and said, "Young friend, your talent is truly admirable. We hope you can find the item you desire in the Scripture Pavilion."
Xiao Yu bowed slightly and said, "Thank you for your kind words, elders."
The two gray-robed elders nodded slightly and returned to their original positions to sit cross-legged. One of the gray-robed elders' sleeves fluttered in the breeze, and then the tightly closed door of the Scripture Pavilion creaked open, revealing the dark passage inside.
As the gate opened, an ancient and desolate aura rushed out. Xiao Yu was particularly familiar with this aura, as the aura emanating from the plaque was similar to that of this place. Xiao Yu was then the first to step into the Scripture Pavilion.
With light, careful footsteps, the group entered the Scripture Pavilion. Xiao Yu, having recovered from her initial shock, still smiled and said to Xiao Yu, "From now on, when we enter the Inner Academy, you'll have to protect me!"
Xiao Yu shook his head and smiled, saying, "If you don't change your temper, I'm afraid I won't be able to protect you!"
Upon hearing this, Xiao Yu glared fiercely at Xiao Yu and immediately quickened her pace towards the pale yellow light ahead.
Soon, the group arrived at an extremely spacious room. On the walls of the room, there were about a dozen energy shields, which were slowly emitting light.
Just as everyone was standing there somewhat puzzled, a burst of purple light suddenly shot out from an energy shield, causing everyone's expression to change slightly.