“You’ve truly made me angry, brat! Don’t even dream of leaving here alive today!” Ao Bing charged forward, attacking at the same time as Tian Zhu.The two clashed head-on, swords in hand. Both of them infused lightning element into every strike, and each time their weapons collided, surges of lightning burst out, striking the surroundings.‘His swordsmanship can actually match mine!’ Ao Bing was quite shocked by Tian Zhu’s skill. ‘He seems to possess dual spiritual roots—lightning and earth.’While they were still exchanging blows, Tian Zhu suddenly leaped backward. Ao Bing was about to give chase when he realized that his legs were restrained by rising mounds of earth.Before Ao Bing could break free, while Tian Zhu was still in midair, he unleashed one of his signature techniques.Sense Sword Technique! Eastern Thunder God!Lightning roared around Tian Zhu’s sword as he delivered a single slash, releasing an extremely powerful wave of lightning.Ao Bing sensed the danger within that

“My bones feel shattered… damn you, Tian Zhu… I—”“Wait! Don’t use that!”Suddenly, a voice echoed inside Ao Bing’s mind.“But Master, if I don’t use it, he’ll keep playing with me!”Ao Bing replied to the voice inwardly.“You will die if you use it and people find out! Remember—do not be reckless and let the same incident happen again!”‘Then what should I do?’“This boy named Tian Zhu is a little unusual. Let me handle him briefly, then leave immediately!”Ao Bing simply nodded in agreement after hearing the deep voice.When Tian Zhu attacked again and was already right in front of him, preparing to punch his face once more, Ao Bing reacted quickly. He lowered his body, and his hand struck a specific point on Tian Zhu’s abdomen.BAM!“Gouhk!” Tian Zhu spat out blood and was sent flying, rolling across the ground.“What was that just now?” Tian Zhu frowned. Suddenly, he had sensed a change in Ao Bing that allowed him to counterattack. “He struck a specific point on my body, disruptin

Tian Zhu knew that Xie Dao Yun was staying at one of the best inns in the capital. He absolutely had to obtain a pill furnace capable of refining Spirit-grade pills so he could break through to the middle stage of the Golden Core realm.If Tian Zhu were to face Ao Bing again, he would have no choice but to use Angel Transformation. However, if Ao Bing were to use the same secret power as before, Tian Zhu would have no chance of winning.That said, Tian Zhu was confident that he could contend with Ao Bing if he managed to break through to the middle stage of the Golden Core realm.Upon arriving at the inn, Tian Zhu saw that the first floor—which also served as a restaurant—was already filled with many people. He took a seat at an empty table and ordered several dishes and drinks.After finishing his meal, Tian Zhu approached the receptionist.“Sorry, Sir. If you wish to book a room, we no longer have any vacant rooms,” the receptionist said apologetically, bowing slightly.“No, I only

Xie Dao Yun herself had no way of being involved in Elder Chi’s plan. She reacted completely naturally, without any pretense. Moreover, given the girl’s personality, she would definitely refuse to cooperate with Elder Chi’s cunning scheme.“Thank you, Elder Chi.” Xie Dao Yun’s expression brightened.This caught Elder Chi’s attention. ‘All this time, this girl has never acted like this because of a man. Perhaps this young man has managed to pique Yun-Yun’s interest. It seems there really is something special about him.’Elder Chi began to grow interested in learning more about Tian Zhu.“Very well, Junior Zhu. I’ll prepare the materials and a furnace for you. As for the pill you need to make, it will only be an ordinary-grade Pure Energy Pill using simple ingredients.” Elder Chi took out a furnace and the herbal materials needed to refine a pill. “You don’t need to truly succeed in refining the Pure Energy Pill. It’s enough if you can simply form it into a pill. Whether its effects are

Bang!By the time night fell, Tian Zhu finally broke through to the mid-stage Golden Core realm.“This feels quite comfortable. The energy from the Golden Cloud Pill even makes my soul feel much more refreshed.” Tian Zhu stood up and stretched his body to loosen his muscles. “With this, I should be able to face Ao Bing even if he uses that strange power of his.”Tian Zhu returned to meditation to stabilize the energy within his body. Ling Yin had not finished yet either, as the girl’s cultivation process was more difficult and complex.The next day, just after noon, Ling Yin successfully broke through to the same realm as Tian Zhu.Ling Yin opened her eyes and saw Tian Zhu writing something on yellow paper with a brush.“Master, I’ve broken through.” Ling Yin smiled happily.“Good. That’s how it should be.” Tian Zhu nodded without turning around, fully focused on his work.Curious, Ling Yin stepped a little closer and soon realized what her Master was making.“Runes?” Ling Yin murmure