Two-Star Dou Sheng
After figuring out how to gain the Bodhi Ancient Tree's approval, Li Changqing then thought about how to increase his own strength.
His cultivation has now reached the peak of the One-Star Dou Sheng, and he is only one step away from becoming Two-Star Dou Sheng.
According to the original story, nothing unexpected should happen.
However, Li Changqing couldn't guarantee that his actions wouldn't cause deviations from the original plot, so it was best to improve his strength.
However, the key issue is that he doesn't have anything useful for improving the cultivation level of Dou Sheng.
Suddenly, he remembered that he still possessed an extremely complete body of Half-Saint level Heavenly Demon Phoenix.
Indeed, it was Li Changqing Thunder Phoenix who came to intercept and kill Li Changqing just as he left the Lost Soul Mountain Range and headed to the Heaven Hall of the Hall of Souls.
"Although it's only a Half-Saint level Heavenly Demon Phoenix, theoretically it should be of little use to me. However, I'm only one step away from becoming Two-Star Dou Sheng. With the essence of the Heavenly Demon Phoenix, it should be able to help me break through to the Two-Star Dou Sheng."
Without hesitation, Li Changqing raised his hand, and a flash of light appeared in his Ring of Holding, revealing a gigantic corpse of a Heavenly Demon Phoenix.
Although he had been dead for several years, his corpse still exuded a faint aura of power.
The Li Changqing -Yin-Yang Flame, swirling with the Yin-Yang Power Yin-Yang Flame, was nourished by the Kunpeng Method. Not only was its power greatly enhanced, but its very essence was also changing.
One can vaguely see Divine Peng soaring and giant Kun swimming within the Yin-Yang Flame.
This is a characteristic that Yin-Yang Flame originally did not possess; it was obtained through the modification of the Kunpeng Method.
With a thought, Li Changqing sent the Divine Peng and the Giant Kun, carrying a whole ball of Yin-Yang Flame, rushing towards the corpse of the Heavenly Demon Phoenix.
Black and white flames instantly ignited on the corpse of the Heavenly Demon Phoenix, while the Divine Peng and Giant Kun soared and swam around the corpse.
The Yin-Yang Power flowed, gradually disintegrating the corpse of the Heavenly Demon Phoenix and refining its essence.
The scene was so spectacular that it attracted Gu Yuena and the Amethyst Winged Lion King, who were cultivating.
If Li Changqing's Courtyard hadn't been so large and so far from the Hun Clan's residence, he probably would have been discovered by the Hun Clan.
Gu Yuena recognized it at a glance; the corpse before her was none other than the Heavenly Demon Phoenix's corpse. Moreover, sensing the faint holy aura that still lingered, her mind was greatly shaken.
Li Changqing was actually able to kill even the Saint-level Heavenly Demon Phoenix. At this moment, she had a clearer understanding of Li Changqing's strength.
The Amethyst Winged Lion King, however, paid no attention to these questions and asked, "Master, what are you doing? Refining pills?"
While manipulating the Yin-Yang Flame to refine the essence of the Heavenly Demon Phoenix, Li Changqing said, "I have something to do in two days, so I need to improve my strength before then."
The Amethyst Winged Lion King's eyes lit up, and he exclaimed:
"Finally, I can get out. Staying in this awful place has been so depressing. If I stayed any longer, I was really worried I'd develop some kind of mental health problem."
Gu Yuena also asked, "Where are we going? Can I come along?"
Li Changqing said calmly, "It's possible, but it's very dangerous. Are you sure you want to go?"
The Amethyst Winged Lion King was very confident and said, "My master is so strong, what danger could I possibly face following you?"
"Alright, whatever you want. You'll find out exactly where it is when you get there, but you'll have to listen to me then." Li Changqing nodded slightly and continued refining the Heavenly Demon Phoenix's corpse.
It took about an hour to temper the corpse of the Heavenly Demon Phoenix. This was only because it was to greatly enhance the power of the Yin-Yang Flame. If the normal Yin-Yang Flame were used, it would probably take several days.
Once the tempering was complete, Li Changqing raised his hand and put away the Yin-Yang Flame.
On the ground, the enormous corpse of the Heavenly Demon Phoenix had vanished, replaced by a pill radiating rich essence.
Li Changqing's Dou Qi surged as he took the pill refined by the Heavenly Demon Phoenix into his hand and examined it carefully.
He put a lot of effort into making this pill, after all, he hadn't been able to extract the demonic core of the Heavenly Demon Phoenix.
In other words, this pill contains the entire essence of a Half-Saint level Heavenly Demon Phoenix, without even a drop of blood leaking out.
If Li Changqing still hasn't broken through to the Two-Star Dou Sheng, then he'll be at a huge loss.
Taking a deep breath, Li Changqing swallowed the pill and activated the Kunpeng Method to digest its essence.
Seeing that Li Changqing was in a meditative state, the Amethyst Winged Lion King lay on the ground, constantly watching its surroundings, while Gu Yuena also sat down to cultivate.
The next day, a powerful aura emanated from Li Changqing, signifying that he had successfully broken through to the Two-Star Dou Sheng.
Li Changqing reacted quickly, hurriedly suppressing his aura back into his body, and his cultivation level remained at the Five-Turn Dou Zun.
Another day passed, and the day arrived for their departure to the Ancient Desolate Domain.
The Amethyst Winged Lion King's enormous form crouched down, gesturing for Li Changqing to come and sit down.
"At least you're sensible enough."
Li Changqing chuckled, sat on the back of the Amethyst Winged Lion King, and then waved to Gu Yuena, signaling her to come and sit down as well.
It wasn't that Li Changqing cared much about Gu Yuena, but the journey was too boring, and he needed to find some entertainment, and Gu Yuena was the perfect choice.
Gu Yuena sat in front of Li Changqing, and Li Changqing hugged Gu Yuena's soft body from behind, his hands moving around very restlessly.
Gu Yuena seemed to have expected this, so she didn't resist at all, and even her body was relaxed, letting Li Changqing do whatever he wanted.
Li Changqing patted the Amethyst Winged Lion King on the back and instructed, "Let's go. First, we'll go to the Soul World Entrance and meet up with the Hun Clan."
As soon as he finished speaking, the Amethyst Winged Lion King spread its enormous purple wings, and with a slight flap, it soared into the air and flew towards the Soul World Entrance.
Upon arriving at the Soul World Entrance, they saw more than ten people waiting there; all of them were Dou Zun.
The leader was a young man who looked elegant, like a noble young master from a prominent family. He was Nine-Star Dou Zun, and was probably the Hun Yu that Hun Xuzi had mentioned.
A Dou Zun stepped forward, clearly wanting to question Li Changqing, asking why a mere outsider was worthy of making them wait.
But the Dou Zun looked at the Amethyst Winged Lion King Li Changqing was sitting on, and then at Gu Yuena in Li Changqing's arms. Both of them were Dou Zun, and finally his gaze fell on Li Changqing.
In the end, he didn't say it out loud. After all, Li Changqing must be very strong to be able to make a Dou Zun- level magical beast willingly become his mount.
To question someone at this point is clearly ungrateful.
The scene became awkward for a moment. Hun Yu stepped forward with a smile and said:
"You must be the Li Changqing that Hun Xuzi mentioned. I've long heard of your formidable strength, your Five-Turn Dou Zun cultivation, and your ability to refine Eighth Grade Nine-Colored Pill Lightning Pill with lightning-like power."
"Today's glimpse reveals your extraordinary nature. You possess a mount at the Dou Zun level, and are accompanied by such a beautiful woman. I am truly envious."
It's an old tradition to start by exchanging pleasantries when you meet someone.
However, Hun Yu's talent is the envy of the Hun Clan younger generation. He possesses Divine-Grade Bloodline and has been the center of attention in the Hun Clan since childhood. It is normal for him to be arrogant and disdainful of others.
It's really unusual for him to be so humble towards Li Changqing, an outsider.