95: Heavenly Thunder Tempering Body

"Boom!"

The first bolt of Lightning Tribulation struck solidly onto his tough physique!

Blinding electrical light instantly engulfed him! Violent thunder power surged and exploded wildly across the surface of his body!

However, the expected scene of skin splitting and flesh tearing did not occur!

Yao Delong's body trembled slightly, feeling only an intense tingling numbness on his skin, as if countless fine needles were probing it.

The power of the Lightning Tribulation, which was enough to severely injure an ordinary Early Golden Core Stage Cultivator,

was actually withstood by his incomparably powerful Great Sun Glazed Body!

"Such pure thunder power! It can actually temper my Physical Body again?"

Yao Delong was delighted internally. Far from fearing it, he instead circulated the technique of the Great Sun Body Forging Art.

He actively guided the violent lightning power into his body.

Combining it with Pure Yang Yuan Power, it frantically circulated and forged through his Meridians, bones, and muscles!

Sizzle! Sizzle!

Fine blue electric arcs jumped across the surface of his body, merging into that faint golden light.

Vaguely, several profound blue Lightning Patterns could be seen faintly appearing beneath his skin!

Every time the thunder raged, it was accompanied by wisps of pure vitality released by the Pure Yang Creation Golden Core.

Quickly repairing extremely minute damage, causing his Physical Body to become even tougher and stronger amidst destruction and rebirth!

Just like Hundred Refinements steel being forged by a Divine Hammer!

Boom! Boom! Boom!

The Lightning Tribulation seemed to be enraged! Each bolt was thicker and more violent than the last!

Going from the thickness of a bowl to the size of a water bucket, the purple lightning even began to mix with streaks of destructive dark red!

When the fourth bolt of Lightning Tribulation fell, relying solely on his Physical Body to withstand it was already extremely strenuous.

Fine scorch marks began to appear on his skin, and the powerful impact shook his Qi and blood violently!

"Great Five Elements Sword Formation! Rise!"

With a clear shout from Yao Delong, five beams of Sword Light, each a different color yet equally dazzling, suddenly shot up from his storage ring!

Jin Feng, Azure Wood, Water Ripple, Scarlet Flame, Thick Earth! Five Earth-Grade Weapon Flying Swords, all of High Grade quality!

Swish! Swish! Swish!

The five swords instantly occupied the Five Elements positions. Sword Qi crisscrossed, immediately outlining a complex and profound Five Elements Formation Diagram!

The five-colored radiance circulated endlessly, forming a huge, self-sustaining Sword Qi barrier, protecting Yao Delong in the center!

Rumble!

The fifth and sixth bolts of Lightning Tribulation fiercely struck the Great Five Elements Sword Formation!

The barrier trembled violently, and the five-colored radiance flickered on and off, yet it forcefully dispersed, wore down, and converted the power of the Lightning Tribulation!

Yao Delong, inside the formation, felt the pressure instantly decrease. The vast, ocean-like Pure Yang Yuan Power within him frantically poured into the sword formation, stabilizing the defense.

Even so, the residual shockwaves transmitted through the sword formation still made him feel bursts of numbness and impact.

"Hiss... he withstood four bolts using only his Physical Body?!"

"That... that's a Five Elements Sword Formation?! Five Earth-Grade Weapon Flying Swords! How can he deploy it so skillfully?!"

"Such vigorous Yuan Power! Is he really just entering the Golden Core Stage? It feels deeper than the Middle Golden Core Stage!"

On the distant peak, countless Disciples and Elders who had been alarmed had already gathered to observe the ceremony.

Seeing Yao Delong withstand the first four bolts with brute force, and then easily block the two stronger ones with the sword formation, everyone gasped and cried out in astonishment.

The power of the final three bolts of Lightning Tribulation increased geometrically!

The seventh bolt transformed into a roaring purple Lightning Dragon!

The eighth bolt condensed into terrifying Lightning Fire, interwoven with dark red and purple, seemingly capable of melting through space!

The ninth bolt descended like the Nine Heavens Star River, containing a trace of the Will of Heaven and Earth, an ultimate judgment!

"Break!"

Battle Intent surged into the sky from Yao Delong's eyes, his long hair flying!

He no longer defended passively. He injected his Pure Yang Yuan Power into the Great Five Elements Sword Formation without reservation, and the five Flying Swords erupted with unprecedented brilliant light.

The Sword Qi condensed into substance, transforming into five roaring Sword Dragons, rising Heaven-Defyingly to fiercely slash toward the final destructive lightning!

Boom! Boom! Boom!

Earth-shattering explosions sounded one after another, and the blinding light caused heaven and earth to lose their color!

A violent energy storm swept in all directions, scattering all the clouds and mist atop Luoxia Peak!

When the last trace of lightning dissipated, the tribulation cloud slowly and reluctantly retreated, revealing a clear blue sky.

A figure, bathed in the afterglow of the tribulation, slowly descended from high altitude, standing firmly in the courtyard.

At this moment, his dark hair cascaded over his shoulders like a waterfall. His features were handsome and heroic, with sword-like eyebrows and star-like eyes, radiating dazzling Divine Light with every glance.

Although his Gold-Trimmed Black Robe was slightly damaged by the Lightning Tribulation, it only emphasized his figure, which was as straight as a pine tree and as imposing as a deep pool or a towering mountain!

The Golden Core pressure emanating from his entire body was deep, steady, and heavy.

Yet, it carried a vigorous, new vitality and restrained sharpness, making those who saw it feel awe while also yearning for it!

"Congratulations, Senior Brother Yao, on successfully achieving Core Formation! May the Golden Core Dao last forever, and the Immortal Path be eternally prosperous!"

Several Utility Disciples responsible for daily service were already trembling with excitement. Seeing Yao Delong safely descend at this moment,

they quickly bowed in salute, their voices filled with immense reverence and heartfelt joy!

Their voices were even slightly distorted due to excitement!

Yao Delong looked at the Disciples before him, who were both nervous and unable to hide their excitement, and his mood was excellent.

Having just entered the Golden Core Stage, his Lifespan increased greatly, and both his physique and Divine Soul had undergone transformation and sublimation. It was a moment of high spirits!

His gaze swept over the few people, and he casually waved his arm.

Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!

Five streaks of light shot out, accompanied by sharp whistling sounds, accurately hovering in front of the five Utility Disciples.

They were clearly five Medium Grade Spiritual Artifacts, radiating spiritual light and possessing extraordinary aura!

There were Flying Swords, long sabers, and long spears, all different in form, but all emitting powerful spiritual energy fluctuations.

"You have served diligently. As I have just entered the Golden Core Stage today, I shall bestow upon you an Opportunity. Each of you choose one item and refine it properly."

His voice was calm, yet carried undeniable authority and a rare hint of gentleness.

The five people were instantly stunned! Then, immense ecstasy surged into their hearts, almost drowning them!

"Thank... Thank you, Senior Brother, for your generous gift!"

"Thank you, Senior Brother, for your heavenly grace!"

The five people were so excited they became incoherent, hurriedly kowtowing in thanks, and then, with trembling hands,

they each chose the Spiritual Artifact most suitable for themselves and hugged it tightly, as if clutching a supreme treasure!

Their faces were full of unbelievable ecstasy!

Yao Delong nodded slightly, said no more, and with a flash of his figure, he returned to his cultivation chamber.

Consolidating his cultivation was the top priority.

It wasn't until the stone door of the cultivation chamber closed again, isolating that awe-inspiring aura, that

the five people in the courtyard seemed to have been released from a Body Sealing Spell and completely burst into excitement!

"Oh my heavens! It's really a Medium Grade Spiritual Artifact! I never dreamed I could own such a treasure in this lifetime!"

The male Disciple who chose the long spear was red-faced with excitement, repeatedly stroking the cold spear shaft, unable to put it down.

"Senior Brother Yao... Senior Brother Yao... he's become so handsome!"

A young female Disciple, her cheeks flushed, her eyes full of stars, cupped her face and whispered to her companion,

"Before, I already thought Senior Brother Yao had a calm and mountain-like temperament, exceptionally resolute. I never expected that after Core Formation, he would... he would become so young and good-looking!

He's simply... simply more handsome than the Immortals in paintings!"

Another slightly quieter female Disciple couldn't help but nod, whispering:

"That's right, they say that after Foundation Establishment, one's appearance is basically set, and only Nascent Soul Cultivators can reshape their Physical Body to return to youth... But Senior Brother Yao, upon just achieving the Golden Core, had such a Heaven-Defying change. This... this is simply unheard of!"

The male Disciple who had received the long spear earlier heard their discussion, pursed his lips, yet his face was filled with incomparable pride and reverence:

"You two little girls, stop daydreaming!

Senior Brother Yao is now a true Chosen of Heaven, a figure destined to reach the Absolute Peak in the future!

Our ability to serve here on Luoxia Peak is a blessing earned over several lifetimes!

In the future, as long as we serve wholeheartedly, even a little benefit that slips through Senior Brother's fingers will be enough for us to benefit endlessly!"