Time passed, second by second, as Ye Renxin and Xiao Xiao finished refining the Immortal Herb.
Two hours later, just as Xing Tian had predicted, the changes began.
That familiar shade of pink seemed to have been infused with new life, transforming at a visible pace.
The flower's once-soft pink deepened, shifting from pale pink to rich crimson. Near the base of the petals, it settled into a color almost as vivid as rouge, its distinct layers seeming to gather every beautiful shade of red in the world into this single Begonia Flower.
Even more astonishingly, the petals slowly unfurled within the halo, increasing in number. Each petal's edge was traced with faint golden-red patterns, as though the finest craftsman had outlined them in gold thread.
When a breeze passed, the golden patterns shimmered, and tiny flecks of light seemed to drift down from the petals.
The leaves and vines grew tougher. Instead of simply sliding off either side of her palms, they curled gently around Ye Lingling and unfurled beside her as if alive, forming a translucent curtain of pale red light.
When Ye Lingling opened her eyes, the golden-red petals of the Nine Heart Begonia grew brighter. The entire flower suddenly released a brilliant red light that descended from above, creating a remarkable sight.
It enveloped everyone like a curtain of light, while within it, the light drifted down like petals and seeped into their bodies.
Feeling the red glow, Dugu Bo exclaimed in admiration, "What astonishing vitality! Even I feel a little younger, and the poison in my body seems to have been suppressed somewhat."
"This red light seems to do more than just heal," Ye Renxin said, noticing something unusual. His excitement grew. "It seems it can also be used for defense!"
"Could it be?" Dugu