Heaven-Tier Dou Technique

Half a month passed quietly in this quiet and elegant courtyard deep in the Burning Flame Valley.

Xiao Yan patiently and meticulously cared for Tang Huo'er, using gentle Dou Qi to help her regulate her meridians and strengthen her foundation every day. He also refined some medicinal herbs to strengthen her constitution and nourish her blood and qi, arranging medicinal baths for Tang Huo'er to help her recover.

Under Xiao Yan's careful care, Tang Huo'er recovered much faster than expected.

A week later, her once vibrant cheeks regained their healthy rosy glow, and her eyes, which had been dulled by weakness, shone brightly again.

Although her Dou Qi realm is still at the Six-Star Dou King, she can now begin normal cultivation and even spar with others normally.

Although she sparred with Xiao Yan, who suppressed his Dou Qi to One-Star Dou Wang and used only the strength of Fifth Tier magical beast, nearly twenty times in the following days, she was unable to defeat him even once.

If Xiao Yan hadn't arranged for her to take medicinal baths every day, the injuries accumulated from just a few days of sparring would probably have sent her back to her sickbed.

It can only be said that Xiao Yan's combat power is still too overpowered.

However, it seems that it was precisely because of this intense training that their relationship quietly warmed up and they became much closer during the two weeks they spent together.

Tang Huo'er was no longer like she was at the beginning, always blushing and shyly burying her head like an ostrich in front of Xiao Yan.

She had grown accustomed to Xiao Yan's gentle smile, composed demeanor, and his fierce, unmatched power in battle.

For her, Xiao Yan's powerful demeanor was extremely alluring, and she had already begun to like this fiancé whom she had only known for half a month.

Xiao Yan also greatly admired Tang Huo'er's extraordinary bravery and resilience, as well as the occasional shyness that belonged to a young girl.

That morning, Tang Huo'er stretched her muscles in the courtyard, feeling the long-lost comfort of energy filling her entire body.

Sunlight filtered through the sparse bamboo leaves, dancing on her fiery red outfit.

She took a deep breath, and the rich, pure fire-elemental energy in the air invigorated her.

How are you feeling?

Xiao Yan's voice came from behind, carrying a gentle smile.

He walked slowly closer, casually carrying an ordinary-looking jade bottle in his hand.

Tang Huo'er turned around, a bright smile blooming on her face:

"Yes! Thanks to you, I am now at least 30% stronger than when I was Six-Star Dou King. After I cultivate back to Dou Emperor, I want to try to fuse with the Nine Dragon Lightning Flame again."

However, I will be more cautious this time.

"I believe that day is not far off." Xiao Yan smiled and handed her the jade bottle. "Here, this is the Red Sun Spirit Recovery Pill."

Tang Huo'er took the jade bottle, which was slightly warm to the touch.

She uncorked the bottle, and a rich and exotic fragrance instantly filled the air, carrying with it vibrant life force and pure fire-elemental energy.

Inside the bottle lay a pill the size of a longan, its entire body a warm, reddish-brown, with fine white flame-like patterns on its surface, and a faint radiance flowing across it—clearly an extraordinary item.

"Another Seventh-Grade pill?"

Tang Huo'er looked at Xiao Yan in surprise.

"Hmm." Xiao Yan nodded. "I made this after you fell asleep last night. If nothing unexpected happens, it should help you recover to the Peak Dou King."

"Xiao Yan..."

Tang Huo'er held the jade bottle, feeling both touched and somewhat apologetic.

Even the Burning Flame Valley couldn't produce a High-Tier Seventh-Grade pill so easily; only Eighth-Grade Alchemy Grandmaster like Xiao Yan would have such an ability.

But the thought of Xiao Yan staying up all night to refine pills for her made Tang Huo'er's mind churn and she couldn't calm down.

"The medicinal herbs were all provided by Uncle Tang. I only contributed a little. As for staying up all night to refine the medicine, you don't need to worry about it. I've never liked sleeping."

Xiao Yan's tone was very calm, as if he had only done a trivial matter.

But Tang Huo'er knew that this was no small matter for her.

Looking into Xiao Yan's deep and sincere eyes, Tang Huo'er felt a surge of warmth in her heart.

Trusting Xiao Yan, she didn't hesitate, took out the pill, and swallowed it.

The elixir melted upon entering the mouth, transforming into a powerful yet gentle torrent that flowed into every part of the body.

Tang Huo'er immediately sat down cross-legged and focused her mind to guide the medicinal power.

She felt her meridians greedily absorbing the medicinal power, which was being refined into the purest Dou Qi, flowing into her meridians.

Xiao Yan stood to the side, his powerful soul force enveloping Tang Huo'er, constantly monitoring the changes within her body to ensure the medicine was perfectly absorbed without any mishaps.

Two and a half hours later, Tang Huo'er's aura suddenly surged!

Boom!

A surge of Dou Qi, far more powerful than before, erupted from her body, causing the bamboo leaves in the courtyard to rustle.

Her aura steadily increased, eventually settling firmly at the Peak Nine-Star Dou King!

She was only one step away from her original Dou Huang Realm!

Tang Huo'er opened her eyes, her gaze gleaming with unbelievable surprise.

She could clearly feel that the Dou Qi in her body was no less than after she advanced to the Dou Emperor level, and it was even more refined and condensed. The strength of her meridians was also far greater than before she was injured!

In a sense, she actually benefited from this misfortune.

How are you feeling?

Xiao Yan asked with a smile.

"That's great! Even better than when I advanced to Dou Emperor!"

Tang Huo'er stood up, excitedly stretched her limbs, and the renewed surge of power within her made her almost want to let out a long roar.

She looked at Xiao Yan, her eyes filled with gratitude and a hint of admiration she herself didn't realize:

"Xiao Yan, thank you!"

"There's no need for such formalities between us," Xiao Yan nodded, then changed the subject, his expression becoming serious. "Huo Er, your injuries and cultivation level have almost recovered, so it's time to put the matter of cultivating the Great Sun Separation Fire Body on the agenda."

Upon hearing the words "Great Sun Separation Fire Body," Tang Huo'er's excitement froze instantly, replaced by a rapidly spreading blush.

She certainly understood what cultivating this Dou Technique meant—it required Xiao Yan to directly burn her body with Heavenly Flames, and obviously, her clothes would be ruined at that time.

The question she had deliberately avoided thinking about for the past two weeks was now directly pointed out by Xiao Yan, and a huge sense of embarrassment instantly overwhelmed her.

She instinctively lowered her head, twisting her hands together. After a moment of silence, she raised her head, her face flushed, and said:

"Anyway, I'll be yours sooner or later, so it doesn't matter if you see me..."

Xiao Yan smiled upon hearing this and didn't tease her any further.

Actually, he could have closed his eyes and not looked.

With his soul power, he doesn't need to open his eyes at all; he can easily control the temperature even with his eyes closed.

But when the clothes were burned, the images fed back by the power of the soul were just as impressive as what the eyes could see.

He can even "see" some details more clearly.

However, this was something that could not be said to Tang Huo'er.

However, seeing that Xiao Yan didn't speak, Tang Huo'er thought that he was about to drag her to cultivate the Great Sun Separation Fire Body, and she felt a little flustered.

She said it was nothing, but she wasn't really mentally prepared.

So she quickly changed the subject:

"By the way, now that things are pretty much settled between us, it's time to fulfill Father's promise to let you learn the Dou Technique of Burning Flame Valley. Let me take you there!"

As soon as she finished speaking, the blush on Tang Huo'er's pretty face did not fade; instead, it became even more vibrant and luscious, like a ripe apple.

She dared not look into Xiao Yan's eyes, which held a mischievous smile, and quickly turned away, her voice trembling slightly:

"What are you looking at? Let's go!"

Xiao Yan naturally understood Tang Huo'er's little scheme to change the subject at this moment. However, his main purpose for this trip was to Dou Technique of Burning Flame Valley. Now that the time was ripe, it was time for him to reap the rewards.

"Alright, thank you for leading the way, Huo Er."

He said with a smile.

Seeing that Xiao Yan hadn't exposed her little scheme, Tang Huo'er's tense nerves relaxed a little, and the embarrassment on her face eased slightly. After hesitating for a moment, she still took Xiao Yan's hand and led him out of her courtyard.

Deep within the Burning Flame Valley, the area where the Dou Technique Pavilion is located is heavily guarded.

This is a magnificent building constructed entirely of reddish-brown volcanic rock, with a simple yet imposing design that subtly exudes a scorching aura.

Around the attic, invisible energy fluctuations formed a powerful barrier, and several hidden yet powerful auras guarded it from the shadows.

Upon seeing Tang Huo'er and Xiao Yan arrive together, three figures descended from the top of the pavilion, transforming into three red-robed elders who then bowed respectfully to Xiao Yan.

Immediately, the elderly man in the middle of the three, with white hair and beard and a calm, profound aura, first nodded slightly to Tang Huo'er, then his gaze fell on Xiao Yan, and he respectfully cupped his hands and said:

"Mr. Xiao Yan, Miss Huo Er," the old man said in a loud voice, his eyes sharp, "The Valley Master has given instructions that Mr. Xiao Yan may freely choose any Dou Technique techniques to study in the Dou Technique Pavilion. However, according to the Valley Rules, all Dou Technique techniques must not be taken out or copied; they can only be memorized and comprehended within the pavilion."

Furthermore, the area containing the core inheritance and secret techniques requires the Valley Master's personal intervention to break the restriction. Mr. Xiao Yan can enter first. Miss Huo Er is very familiar with the area, so she will serve as your guide. I will send someone to invite the Valley Master later."

"Thank you very much, Elder!"

Xiao Yan smiled and nodded.

Given his status as Eighth-Grade Alchemist, many formalities were no longer so important.

"Elders, please open the Dou Technique Pavilion."

Tang Huo'er bowed respectfully before speaking.

Upon hearing this, the three elders, each exuding a powerful aura, nodded in agreement. Simultaneously, they formed mysterious hand seals, and streaks of fiery red light shot out from their hands, striking the tightly closed doors of the pavilion.

As the red rays struck, the surface of the gate rippled violently before slowly opening.

Upon seeing the gate open, Tang Huo'er immediately pulled Xiao Yan inside.

Upon entering the Dou Technique Pavilion, a rich scholarly atmosphere mixed with a faint fire-attribute energy wafts towards you.

The interior of the attic was much more spacious than it appeared from the outside. Rows of huge red crystal bookshelves were neatly arranged, displaying countless scrolls, jade slips, and ancient books made of animal hide, each shimmering with different colors of light.

There were subtle fluctuations in the air, a protective barrier placed on certain special objects.

"As expected of a sect with a thousand-year history, its foundation is truly impressive..."

Xiao Yan's gaze swept over the vast collection of Dou Technique, and a hint of admiration couldn't help but flash in his eyes.

Tang Huo'er sensed the appreciation in Xiao Yan's tone and felt quite proud. She smiled and said:

"Of course! Apart from the influence of that Sister Huo Zhi, our Burning Flame Valley is also unparalleled in the Central Plains when it comes to cultivating Fire Attribute Dou Qi!"

"Yes, it's really good."

Looking at the dazzling array of Dou Technique and skills, Xiao Yan felt tears welling up in his eyes.

He was so envious of the profound resources of such a major sect!

It's heartbreaking to think that the Xiao Family was once very wealthy, but now they've fallen so low that all they have left is a single Mystic Tier Mad Lion Furious Qi's Fury technique to keep things afloat.

"However, there's not much to see on the first and second floors. With your strength, you'll have to go straight to the third floor to find a suitable Dou Technique."

After saying that, Tang Huo'er pulled Xiao Yan up to the third floor.

Compared to the first two levels, the third level is not as large, but every Dou Technique, cultivation method, and secret method displayed on the third level is protected by special restrictions.

Most of them can be taken out and examined, but taking them out of the third layer or attempting to destroy them will trigger the restriction.

But the most crucial part, just as the elder had said, was sealed off and could not even be seen.

"What's stored here are mostly the most precious Dou Technique, cultivation methods, and secret arts in the valley, all of which are at least of the Earth Tier."

Tang Huo'er pointed around and said with a smile.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan glanced around and saw many familiar Dou Technique.

<Pure Yang Cotton Hand>, a mid- Earth Tier Dou Technique.

Once mastered to perfection, one can extend their arms at will, proving remarkably effective in combat. Upon hitting an enemy, a powerful and intense burst of energy is sent into their body, its power astonishing.

This thing is perfect for use as an upgraded version of the Eight Extremities Collapse.

<Heavenly Stellar Stone-Crushing Step>, Advanced Earth Tier Dou Technique.

This movement Dou Technique is extremely explosive, impactful, and lethal. When used, it compresses Fire Attribute Dou Qi and explodes at the feet. The power of each step is at least comparable to High-grade Profound Tier Dou Technique, and it forms a blazing protective Astral Qi on the body. When it collides with an enemy, its power is comparable to Lower Earth Tier Dou Technique, but it lacks agility.

Although he already possessed the Three Thousand Lightning Movement, such a lethal movement technique was still extremely rare, and Xiao Yan was quite interested in it.

The Supreme Unity Fire Net Palm is Advanced Earth Tier Dou Technique with extreme destructive power. If the Supreme Unity Fire Net Talisman within it can be condensed and unleashed with Heavenly Flames, its power is comparable to Heaven Tier Battle Skill!

Very good, it's that familiar setting again, comparable to Heaven Tier Battle Skill.

Xiao Yan nodded, his gaze sweeping over the numerous Earth Tier Dou Technique before finally settling on the center of the third level.

There was a white jade scroll there, on which were written several large characters as fiery as flames:

<Heaven-Burning Great Hand Seal>, Intermediate Heaven Tier Dou Technique!