White Jade Spider Demon, the Might of Flame Manipulation; Stunning Everyone, a Gift from the Gao Household

Lin Changheng now possessed three advanced-or-higher spells.

These included the [Nether Shadow Void-Escaping Art], cultivated to great accomplishment, the [Wind-Sensing Spirit Discernment] secret art at the proficient realm, and the newly acquired [Mystic Sun Thorn] secret art, which he had yet to practice.

The [Qi Observation] art he had obtained from Cheng Suling last time was merely an application extracted from [Geomancy], rather than a complete system, so it did not count among them.

That art had now reached [minor accomplishment] as well. Incorporated into his divine light, it could integrate more comprehensively and organically, unleashing greater power.

At the same time, Lin Changheng discovered that the subsequent realms were becoming increasingly difficult to reach, requiring a gradual climb.

There was no hurry.

Lin Changheng had always had patience enough.

The next day.

"Senior Lin-"

The sun had only just risen when a Gao Household cultivator knocked outside, "Knock, knock, knock," and quietly called for him.

"Lead the way."

Before long, Lin Changheng opened the door, looking refreshed and energetic. Seeing the rather nervous young Gao Household disciple standing before him, unsure where to put his hands, he could not help smiling gently.

Clearly, taking stock of last night's gains had put him in an excellent mood. Moreover, a night of practice had brought him across the threshold of the [Mystic Sun Thorn] secret art, another cause for happiness.

"Yes."

The young Gao Household disciple had evidently been sent out specifically to gain experience. After all, with their connection through their son-in-law Zhu, they were not worried that Lin Changheng would treat him harshly.

Still, seeing how amiable Lin Changheng was-a distinguished guest of the lineage and a foundation establishment late stage cultivator-the disciple immediately relaxed.

His bearing and behavior returned to normal. He released a Spell Boat and said,