A Year, Breaking Through to Dou Zong

Upon hearing Wang Chen's question, Oil did not respond at all.

Sometimes, no answer is the best answer.

After all, with Wang Chen's formidable strength, how could Oil possibly take Wang Chen to the Shi Clan's Headquarters?

If Wang Chen really has some bad intentions, then the Shi Clan may face annihilation.

His current cooperation with Wang Chen does not mean he trusts Wang Chen.

He only did this because he had no other choice; he wanted to return to his family's legacy.

But he couldn't agree to risk his family's life.

Even if they all died in the Volcano Secret Realm, the family could at least survive for a while longer.

If we take Wang Chen back, we might accidentally wipe out his entire family.

Seeing the situation with the oil, Wang Chen knew the answer.

But his curiosity had been piqued, so he couldn't just give up like that.

"In that case, you should first arrange for one of your clansmen to leave the Volcano Secret Realm and return to bring back the original records of those events."

"After I've finished looking at it, you can take the things back."

After pondering for a moment, Wang Chen came up with a compromise.

In any case, all he needs are those records of his deeds.

Wang Chen wasn't particularly interested in the Shi Clan itself.

Seeing the records of those deeds is enough; whether or not you go to the Shi Clan's Headquarters makes little difference.

Upon hearing Wang Chen's words, Oil pondered for a moment before speaking to one of the Shi Clan Dou Ling.

"Sixth brother, go back and bring back all the ancestral records. Go and return quickly."

Having received instructions from the oil company, the sixth brother also turned and left, heading towards the edge of the secret realm.

He also carried most of the Cultivation Methods and Combat Skills from this secret realm, and of course, the Shi Clan's inherited cultivation techniques were also taken away.

If these items can be brought back, then this expedition will have been worthwhile.

Wang Chen paid no attention to these petty tricks from the oil industry.

Since we're not familiar with each other, it's normal to be cautious.

If someone trusts you completely after only one meeting, you'll have to wonder if they have any ulterior motives.

After looting this Treasure Vault, Wang Chen led the others to another treasure vault.

Although this treasure vault is the most valuable, the more visible vault also contains some good items.

Since he was already there, Wang Chen naturally wouldn't waste the opportunity.

In any case, given his strength, he wouldn't worry about those treasure hunters who were only at the Dou Wang level.

With the map of the secret realm, Wang Chen and his group traveled at a considerable speed.

When they arrived at the exposed treasure vault, the other treasure hunters had not yet reached it.

Wang Chen was happy that no one bothered him.

They took the people directly into the exposed area and began looting.

Wang Chen didn't let any of those Exotic Metal, Magic Core, or various medicinal herbs go to waste; he put them all into his Storage Ring.

As for the Cultivation Methods and Combat Skills, Wang Chen chose to let the oil take them with him.

After all, he doesn't lack these things.

Given the oil company's cooperation, Wang Chen was willing to offer them a small reward.

After much effort, the entire treasure vault remained empty.

After looting everything, Wang Chen and his group didn't linger and headed straight out of the secret realm.

As for how the treasure hunters would feel when they arrived at the vault and found it completely empty, that was none of Wang Chen's business.

They returned via the same route, Wang Chen very quickly.

They arrived at the square in half the time it took them to get there.

The Obsidian Gate opened, revealing the Spatial Channel connecting to the outside world.

Without hesitation, Wang Chen and the others also stepped into the Spatial Channel and left this Volcano Secret Realm.

Shortly after Wang Chen and his group left, the Obsidian Gate closed automatically.

The Spatial Channel in the square also disappeared once again.

"Let's wait here for a bit."

Old Six hasn't returned yet, so Wang Chen can only wait.

Time ticked by, and Wang Chen's patience gradually wore thin.

In the past, Wang Chen would never have been so impatient.

But now that doubts have arisen in my mind, my patience has naturally diminished considerably.

Moreover, he had been waiting here for a whole day and night.

Even if it's slow, they should be back soon.

After all, that sixth brother was a Dou Ling a high-level martial arts master).

"They're here!"

Just when Wang Chen was about to completely lose patience, the sixth brother finally returned.

"This contains all the records kept by the family."

Without wasting any time, the sixth brother took out all the information from his Storage Ring and placed it in front of Wang Chen.

"Splash."

Upon seeing these materials, Wang Chen immediately stepped forward, picked up a book, and began reading.

Wang Chen watched intently, while the Shi Clan members stared at Wang Chen, waiting.

Queen Medusa stayed nearby, keeping an eye on the Shi Clan to prevent them from having any ulterior motives, and protecting Wang Chen.

"Phew~~"

It took Wang Chen a full hour to finally read through all the materials.

It's similar to what was said about oil, with not many omissions.

Of course, Wang Chen had his suspicions, and he noticed some minor, inconspicuous details while watching.

"Just as I expected."

Wang Chen glanced at the Shi Clan members and sighed inwardly.

"Here are two Top-Grade Three-Pattern Green Spirit Pills and one Dou Ling Pill."

Consider this payment as a thank you for lending me the information.

After putting down the documents, Wang Chen took out three pills from his Storage Ring and handed them to Oil.

Based on the information, Wang Chen could roughly determine that this so-called Volcano Venerable was at least at the level of Half-Saint.

And it also has some connection with the Xiao Clan.

That's why Wang Chen took out several pills.

As for subduing the Shi Clan, Wang Chen had no interest in that.

Since the other party wasn't from the Wang Clan and had no connection to Wang Chen.

"Let's go."

After everything was over, Wang Chen left with Queen Medusa.

Oil and others were also heading in the same direction.

As for whether it was Shi Clan's direction, Wang Chen was not interested.

Now he is about to begin exploring this Rock Mountain Empire.

The fact that the Rock Mountain Empire can produce a master above the Half-Saint level means it must have something unique about it.

Moreover, there are many volcanoes here, so there are relatively many fire-attribute magical beasts.

Wang Chen was quite interested in Beast Flame and Magic Core.

And so, Wang Chen Queen Medusa began their journey through the Rock Mountain Empire.

Unlike before when he rode in a carriage, this time Wang Chen was seriously exploring and searching.

Just like the exploration in the original Huohuo.

"Phew~~"

In the southernmost part of the Rock Mountain Empire, within a hidden dormant volcano, a man is cultivating above the lava.

This man was Wang Chen.

When he first began his travels and explorations in the Rock Mountain Empire, he acquired a considerable amount of Beast Flame and Magic Core.

Having tasted success, Wang Chen naturally intensified his exploration efforts.

Wang Chen originally planned to travel around for a few months and then leave.

This time, however, he stayed in the Rock Mountain Empire for a full year.

After a year of arduous training, Wang Chen's strength reached the Peak Dou Huang.

At the same time, his alchemy skills also improved significantly, reaching the Peak Tier 7 as recognized by the panel.

His rapid growth was naturally due to the fact that he had refined a considerable number of Tier 7 Medicinal Pill.

The large amount of Pill Lightning absorbed by the Heavenly Demon Puppet also increased the strength of all the original Dou Zun Puppet to the level of First-Turn Dou Zun.

After all, the Pill Lightning from Tier 7 Medicinal Pill is nothing compared to the power of those high-level Heavenly Demon Puppet.

Therefore, Wang Chen used all those Pill Lightning to upgrade the puppets at the Dou Zun level.

Wang Chen reaped great rewards from these efforts.

Not only has he become much stronger, but Queen Medusa has also been greatly enhanced, reaching the level of Eight-Star Dou Zong.

It must be said that with a special bloodline talent and an ample supply of elixirs, the speed at which his strength increases is quite rapid.

This year's efforts also left behind rumors of Tian Lei striking from the heavens in the Rock Mountain Empire.

After all, Wang Chen had refined too many Tier 7 Medicinal Pills, which caused this empire, which rarely experienced lightning strikes before, to suddenly start experiencing them frequently.

Fortunately, Wang Chen was strong enough that no one bothered him.

During this year, Wang Chen also established some connections with the Imperial Family of the Rock Mountain Empire.

They used elixirs to exchange for Exotic Metal and various medicinal herbs from the other party.

This can be considered as replenishing what he has consumed over the past year.

The place he was currently at was the last stop of the Rock Mountain Empire.

Wang Chen also planned to break through to the Dou Zong in this secluded place.

Wang Chen had no worries about this breakthrough.

While the Golden Finger a powerful ability to manipulate the system) has some limitations, the benefits it brings are unparalleled.

There are no bottlenecks; as long as you have enough ability, you can increase your strength and level.

That alone is enough to make them stand out from the crowd.

Sitting cross-legged and floating above the lava, Wang Chen was surrounded by Flame Elf.

Beyond that, there were a large number of Flame Spirit.

The fiery energy of the magma was devoured and absorbed by the Flame Spirit, gradually being transferred into Wang Chen's body, helping him break through the limits of the Dou Zong.

Of course, Wang Chen himself also consumed a considerable amount of elixirs.

After all, the efficiency of absorbing flame energy is too low and cannot be compared with that of elixirs.

Wang Chen simply had too many Flame Spirit and was just killing time, so he arranged for them to consume fire energy.

The energy from the elixir and the fiery energy from the magma rapidly surged into Wang Chen's body.

Originally at the Peak Dou Huang, it began to advance towards the Dou Zong under the impetus of this enormous energy.

"Crack!!!"

Less than three hours later, a shattering sound seemed to emanate from Wang Chen's body.

"Boom!!!"

Then Wang Chen's aura surged!

Even Queen Medusa, who was protecting the others and was already at the Eight-Star Dou Zong, felt some pressure.

It's important to know that Queen Medusa is Eight-Star Dou Zong with a special bloodline talent, making her much stronger than ordinary Eight-Star Dou Zong.

Even so, she could still feel the pressure emanating from Wang Chen.

It's easy to imagine how terrifying Wang Chen's aura is right now.

Even after breaking through to the Dou Zong, Wang Chen did not stop cultivating.

Fire Spirit Body still has some energy left, and he won't waste it.

Another half hour passed, and Wang Chen had completely absorbed all that energy.

His own strength has also remained steadily at the One-Star Dou Zong.

"Thank you for your help."

After getting up, Wang Chen thanked Medusa.

During their year of travel together, Wang Chen's relationship with Queen Medusa deepened considerably.

Their relationship had evolved beyond romantic love; it had also developed into a familial bond.

Queen Medusa didn't say much in response to Wang Chen's gratitude.

However, you could still tell from the slight upturn of her lips that she was very happy.

"Now that I have basically achieved my goal of traveling, I am ready to head north directly."

After passing through Jia Ma Imperial City and the Tagor Desert, we will then visit Jia Nan Academy.

One last trip back to the family.

After settling all the mundane affairs, I prepared to head to Central Plains.

"Will you come with me?"

Wang Chen also explained his plan.

He has now collected almost all the necessary materials and can begin making his own plans.

Once things are settled in the Northwestern Continent, he will venture into the Central Plains.

Wang Chen naturally couldn't possibly miss the chance to explore the most prosperous and powerful place on the Dou Qi Continent.

There are far more hidden realms there than in the Northwestern Continent.

Moreover, there are quite a few high-level magical beasts and high-level Dou Zun.

He wouldn't waste the top-tier materials used to refine the Heavenly Demon Puppet.

"Okay, I'll go with you."

"Good."

Wang Chen was delighted to hear Queen Medusa agree.

Once the final problem is resolved, he will set off.

Of course, it will take a little time to sort out the aftermath.

Whether it's the Xiao Clan's future concerns, the alchemy inheritance in the hands of the Yao Lao alchemist, or the migration of the Snake People Tribe in the Tagor Desert, all of these will take some time.

Fortunately, with his current abilities, achieving this in a short time shouldn't be too difficult for him.

All the problems will be resolved by simply waiting for a while.

Let's go.

Wang Chen, accompanied by Queen Medusa, left the dormant volcano where she had been in seclusion for a breakthrough and headed towards the Jia Ma Imperial City in the north.

During this year, Wang Chen not only increased his own strength considerably, but he also figured out some of the effects of his Golden Finger.

For example, the enhancement really is as he thought, with no limit.

However, there are limitations.

The Tier 9 Magic Core he obtained in the Volcano Secret Realm has now become an Emperor Tier Magic Core.

After the first enhancement, the Tier 9 Magic Core only improved significantly and did not directly break through to become Emperor Tier Magic Core.

He officially broke through to the Emperor Tier only after the second enhancement.

However, after breaking through, Wang Chen immediately hid the Magic Core.

Furthermore, he set a rule for himself: before his strength was sufficient, he could only enhance his items to the Tier 9, and he absolutely could not break through to the Emperor Tier.

When that Magic Core successfully reached the Emperor Tier Magic Core, Wang Chen sensed a sudden surge of energy emanating from it.

Origin Qi!

That's right, it's the Origin Qi that's essential for breaking through to the Dou God!

If this thing were exposed, Wang Chen would definitely be hunted down by all the top experts on the entire continent.

No matter the race, no one can resist the allure of Origin Qi.

Wang Chen didn't want to bear such consequences.

He wouldn't create something like this before he's strong enough.

Fortunately, he was strengthening himself in a very small place in the Northwestern Continent.

Moreover, after being enhanced, it was immediately hidden using special methods.

Otherwise, Wang Chen wouldn't be so carefree now.