Nine Tribulations Secret Manual

Luo Feng froze. "Nine Tribulations Secret Manual?"

"This is one of the core inheritances left behind by Yuan," Qin Yuan explained. "The Nine Tribulations Secret Manual has nine stages in total, and each one corresponds to a life-and-death tribulation. With every tribulation you overcome, your gene level will rise dramatically. Legend has it that anyone who overcomes all nine tribulations can reach a gene level over 100,000-fold and attain a Perfect Divine Body."

A 100,000-fold Gene Level! A Perfect Divine Body!

Luo Feng's breathing quickened.

"But-" Qin Yuan's tone grew grave. "Cultivating the Nine Tribulations Secret Manual is extremely dangerous. Every tribulation is a true test of life and death. The slightest mistake will destroy your body and soul, leaving you without even a chance to reincarnate. You're still too weak, so I won't teach you the complete Nine Tribulations Secret Manual. Today, I'll only teach you the First Tribulation."

He took a jade slip from the System Space, pressed it to his forehead, and inscribed the cultivation method for the Nine Tribulations Secret Manual's First Tribulation into it before handing it to Luo Feng.

Luo Feng accepted the jade slip, his expression solemn. "Teacher, I'll be careful."

"I know you will, but being careful isn't enough." Qin Yuan shook his head. "Cultivating the Nine Tribulations Secret Manual requires more than caution. It takes great perseverance, great wisdom, and great courage. Remember, tribulations aren't enemies, but whetstones. Every tribulation hones your will and tempers your divine body. Only after being tempered on the brink of life and death countless times can you truly grow into a supreme powerhouse."

He paused, his tone softening a little. "But you don't need to worry too much. I'll leave a divine sense imprint on you. If you face a genuine threat to your life while undergoing a tribulation, I'll intervene."

Luo Feng nodded vigorously, his eyes full of gratitude.

Qin Yuan stood and walked to the window. He gazed at the deepening dusk outside in silence for a moment, then said, "Luo Feng, I came back this time to say goodbye."

Luo Feng sprang to his feet. "Goodbye? Teacher, you're leaving again?"

Qin Yuan nodded. "I'm going somewhere very far away, a secret realm called the Space-Time Secret Realm. There, I'll attempt to break through to the True God Realm."

"True God..." Luo Feng murmured, repeating the words. He knew that above Universe Masters were True Gods, the most supreme existences in the entire Primal Universe.

"I don't know how long this seclusion will take." Qin Yuan turned around and looked at Luo Feng gently. "It might be a year, or it might be ten thousand years. Time flows ten thousand times faster in the Space-Time Secret Realm than outside. Ten thousand years inside would be only one year outside. But in any case, I'll be away from you for a long time."

Luo Feng's eyes reddened slightly. He and Qin Yuan actually hadn't spent much time together-only a few months, all told. But in those few months, Qin Yuan's guidance, care, and trust had given him a warmth he had never felt before. In his heart, Qin Yuan had long been more than a teacher; he was more like family.

"Teacher, I..."

Qin Yuan waved a hand, cutting him off. "There's no need to say how reluctant you are to part or anything like that. The universe is vast, and the path of a powerhouse is long. We'll meet again sooner or later. Besides, I'm not leaving today. Before I go, I'll stay on Earth for a while, guide your cultivation, and help you stabilize your realm."

Luo Feng's eyes lit up. "Really?"

"Really." Qin Yuan smiled. "So make the most of the next few days. If there's anything you don't understand or want to learn, just ask me. Once I'm gone, you'll have to rely on yourself."

Luo Feng nodded firmly, his eyes full of resolve.

Over the following days, Qin Yuan stayed on Earth and devoted himself to guiding Luo Feng's cultivation.

He left Luo Feng all the resources and cultivation methods he had obtained on the Primal Star that were useful to him. He placed the elementary Supreme Treasure Jing Guang Sword, the Star Luo Pearl, and a large quantity of energy crystals and Soul Crystals in a World Ring and gave it to Luo Feng.

He also compiled his insights into the Law of Metal and the Law of Wood into books for Luo Feng to study. Although his mastery of those two laws was far inferior to his mastery of time and space, it was more than enough to guide a Star Level youngster.

More importantly, he sparred with Luo Feng every day. Of course, he suppressed himself to the same realm as Luo Feng. Even so, his use of the laws, control over the rhythm of battle, and ability to seize openings still benefited Luo Feng greatly.

Seven days later.

In the Wilderness Zone outside Yangzhou City, Qin Yuan and Luo Feng stood shoulder to shoulder on a small hill, gazing at the setting sun in the distance.

"Luo Feng, I'm leaving tomorrow," Qin Yuan said.

Luo Feng's body trembled slightly, but he said nothing.

"After I leave, you must remember three things." Qin Yuan held up three fingers.

"First, don't reveal the existence of Yuan's Imprint. A secret at that level has far-reaching implications. If it gets out, the entire Human Race won't be able to protect you."

"Second, cultivate step by step. Don't rush recklessly for quick gains. I've already sealed the subsequent methods of the Nine Tribulations Secret Manual deep within your soul. When you reach the corresponding realm, the seal will open on its own. Until then, don't try to force a look."

"Third-" Qin Yuan turned and looked Luo Feng earnestly in the eyes. "Never forget why you wanted to become strong in the first place. The universe is vast, full of temptations and dangers. But as long as you hold fast to your original purpose, you won't lose your way."

Luo Feng's eyes reddened, and his voice choked. "Teacher, I'll remember."

Qin Yuan patted his shoulder and smiled. "All right, don't look like that. The day you cultivate to the Universe Master realm, we'll meet again. When that time comes, I'll be sure to put the results of your cultivation to the test."

Luo Feng nodded vigorously. "Teacher, I'll work hard! When you come back, I won't disappoint you!"

Qin Yuan nodded in satisfaction. He took one last look at Yangzhou City beneath the setting sun, then his figure turned into a streak of light that soared into the sky and vanished over the horizon.

Luo Feng stood where he was, watching the streak of light disappear. He remained there for a long time.

Teacher, I'll become strong. He clenched his fists and silently swore to himself, When you come back, I'll be standing at the pinnacle of the universe, shoulder to shoulder with you!

In the void, Qin Yuan looked down at the shrinking Earth, a complex surge of emotion rising in his heart.

Ever since transmigrating to this world, he had always aimed to "complete missions" and "become stronger." But his time with Luo Feng had let him experience a feeling that transcended missions and the system. That feeling was called-the bond between teacher and disciple.

"System, initiate teleportation. Destination: Primal Universe, Primal Star, Void God Hall."

[Destination located. Concealed Teleportation requires 300 points. Current points: 6,100. Confirm?]

"Confirm."

[Teleportation initiated.]

As the light of teleportation swallowed him, Qin Yuan looked back one last time at the blue planet.

Luo Feng, take care.

Wait for me to come back.