Half an hour later, wisps of white mist seeped from Xun Er's forehead. Mixed within the mist were traces of impurities. Her pearly teeth were clenched tightly, her body trembling faintly without pause. An unusual flush rose over her snow-white skin, making her look exceptionally delicate.
Cold sweat covered her forehead, and eventually, like a light rain, it slid down her exquisite cheeks and dripped into the wooden tub.
Watching Xun Er in such a state, Xiao Yao's heart ached even more. His hand clenched and loosened at his side, anxiety plain on his face as he silently prayed, Hold on, Xun Er. I hope this can help you.
As he waited through the long stretch of time, Xun Er's body was changing. Her blood, meridians, and bones became increasingly refined, gradually undergoing a transformation...
Finally, after the prolonged agony, Xun Er's aura gradually stabilized, and her expression returned to calm.
At that moment, a vast surge of energy flowed in from heaven and earth, actively pouring into Xun Er's body. She absorbed it all, and her aura swelled as she stepped into a new realm—Dou Wang.
Xun Er slowly opened her eyes, a delighted smile appearing on her face. "Brother Xiao Yao, I've broken through to Dou Wang."
Xiao Yao rose to his feet and walked to the wooden tub. He rubbed Xun Er's head and said softly, "You've worked hard. Seeing you in so much pain made my heart ache, but seeing that you gained something from it, it was worth it."
"This Earth Heart Tempering Milk really is effective. The process was a little painful, but it allowed my meridians, blood, and bones to evolve." Xun Er blinked her large eyes and smiled sweetly.
Xiao Yao's gaze inadvertently swept over the once-colorful medicinal liquid in the tub,