474: Middle Mahayana period

Sure enough, after a moment of panting, the Vermilion Bird slowly spread its wings. With a flick of its wing, a tiny wisp of flame drifted down from its body and flew towards Lin Feng.

Lin Feng quickly circulated his Cultivation Technique, carefully guiding this wisp of flame into his body. As the flame integrated, he felt a powerful energy surge within him, as if his cultivation had advanced another level.

Fire Kirin Ruiming and the Nanming Li Fire Beast were also delighted by this. They knew that with the Vermilion Bird's fire, Lin Feng's strength would reach a new height, which was also a good thing for them.

Thus, the trio flew towards the exit of the True Fire Realm. They knew that they had obtained what they desired, and the next step was to leave the True Fire Realm and return to the Cultivation World.

Before leaving the True Fire Realm, Lin Feng had already released the Nanming Li Fire Beast, but the Nanming Li Fire Beast no longer wanted to stay in the True Fire Realm. On one hand, he had helped Lin Feng deal with the Vermilion Bird, and on the other hand, he was still young and, like the Fire Kirin, was in a playful mood.

After being persuaded by the Fire Kirin, the Nanming Li Fire Beast decided to return to the Cultivation World with Lin Feng and his companions to experience its prosperity. He secretly thought that perhaps in the Cultivation World, he could find more interesting companions and experience more exciting things.

Lin Feng looked at the flickering light in the Nanming Li Fire Beast's eyes, feeling a sense of relief. He knew that this trip to the True Fire Realm had not only granted him the Vermilion Bird's fire but also unexpectedly gained him a powerful companion. With the Nanming Li Fire Beast's addition, their group's strength would undoubtedly increase significantly.

Thus, the four of them flew towards the exit of the True Fire Realm. Along the way, they laughed and chatted, as if they had forgotten the previous battles and dangers. The Nanming Li Fire Beast was especially excited, constantly asking Lin Feng and the Fire Kirin about the Cultivation World, his eyes filled with anticipation and curiosity.

Finally, after several days of flying, they arrived at the exit of the True Fire Realm. It was a massive, radiant light gate, as if connecting two completely different worlds. Lin Feng looked at the light gate before him, a wave of emotion washing over him. He knew that once they passed through this light gate, they would leave the True Fire Realm and return to the Cultivation World, full of the unknown and danger.

But he had no fear or hesitation. On the contrary, his heart was filled with anticipation and determination. He knew that the Dao of cultivation was full of challenges and opportunities, and only by continuously moving forward and exploring could he constantly grow and improve.

So, he took a deep breath, and then, with the Fire Kirin, the Nanming Li Fire Beast, and the Vermilion Bird's fire he had obtained from the True Fire Realm, he resolutely flew towards the light gate.

Lin Feng, the Nanming Li Fire Beast, and the Fire Kirin traveled for over two thousand years, but they still hadn't found a fire-attribute True Spirit that met his conditions. However, their relationship grew closer during this process. They shared countless adventures and challenges, and their friendship and trust deepened daily.

Lin Feng was not discouraged by the long time it took to find a suitable fire-attribute True Spirit. He believed that as long as he persevered, he would eventually encounter the True Spirit that would satisfy him.

Along the way, they also met many other cultivators. Some became their friends and traveled together; others became their enemies, requiring them to fight with all their might.

But no matter what difficulties and challenges they encountered, Lin Feng, the Fire Kirin, and the Nanming Li Fire Beast always maintained their firm belief and determination. They knew that only by continuously moving forward and exploring could they constantly grow and improve.

Lin Feng had not refined Nanmingli Fire and the Vermilion Bird's Original Source True Fire during these two thousand years. However, having accumulated ten thousand years of cultivation over this period, Lin Feng could no longer suppress his cultivation and experienced a Breakthrough.

After informing the two of his situation in the Canghai Realm, Lin Feng decided to first refine Nanmingli Fire and the Vermilion Bird's Original Source True Fire and then achieve a Breakthrough to the Great Ascension Stage Early Stage.

Having been with Lin Feng for these years, the two were aware of his profound strength and knew that once he had a Breakthrough, his power would greatly increase. Thus, they all expressed their support, offering to act as Protectors for Lin Feng to ensure he would not be disturbed during his Breakthrough.

Lin Feng was touched by this. He knew that he was incredibly fortunate to have companions like the Fire Kirin and the Nanming Li Fire Beast. Without further delay, he immediately found a place rich in Spiritual Qi, simply built an Immortal Cave, sat down cross-legged, and began to circulate his Cultivation Technique, preparing to refine Nanmingli Fire and the Vermilion Bird's Original Source True Fire, while simultaneously pushing for the Great Ascension Stage Middle Stage.

He was enveloped in a radiant glow, as if an invisible force was lifting him. His aura also began to grow increasingly profound and vast, as if an endless power surged within him.

The Fire Kirin and the Nanming Li Fire Beast were also deeply shocked by this. They knew that once Lin Feng successfully had a Breakthrough, his strength would far surpass theirs, making him a true powerhouse.

Therefore, they focused even more intently on protecting Lin Feng, vigilantly watching their surroundings, fearing any unexpected occurrences.

Time passed by, and Lin Feng's aura grew increasingly powerful and stable. Finally, with a resounding roar, something within him seemed to shatter, and his cultivation surged forward at this moment, directly having a Breakthrough to the Great Ascension Stage Middle Stage.

At the same time, he successfully refined Nanmingli Fire and the Vermilion Bird's Original Source True Fire, integrating them into his body. With the integration of these two flames, he felt his strength advance another level, as if an endless power surged within him.

After successfully having a Breakthrough, Lin Feng slowly opened his eyes, which sparkled with brilliance. He stood up, feeling the powerful energy within him, and couldn't help but feel a surge of excitement and joy.

He knew that he had finally entered the Great Ascension Stage Middle Stage, and his strength had greatly improved. On the path ahead, he would face those unknown challenges and dangers with even more confidence and courage.

The Fire Kirin and the Nanming Li Fire Beast, seeing Lin Feng's successful Breakthrough, also stepped forward to congratulate him. They knew that Lin Feng's increase in strength was also a good thing for them. With a powerhouse like Lin Feng as a companion, their future cultivation path would be even smoother.

Upon having a Breakthrough to the Great Ascension Stage Middle Stage, Lin Feng once again acquired new entries. The entries panel offered three entries for Lin Feng to choose one from. Lin Feng looked at the three entries that appeared on the entries panel, which were:

1. Purple entry: Sword Heart Clarity: Sword Intent is awe-inspiring, the heart is like a bright mirror. One with Sword Heart Clarity can perceive all things, drawing the sword without regret.

2. Red entry: Vicissitudes: Comprehend the Profound Truth of the changes of heaven and earth, cultivation progresses, and one can control the speed of time and space within a certain range.

3. Orange entry: Vermilion Bird True Fire: Master the Vermilion Bird's fire, its flame power is surging, capable of incinerating all things, with infinite power.