322: The fourth gas tide begins

Five days later, on a silent night, the entire world seemed like a slumbering giant.

However, in a quiet corner, a mysterious and powerful force erupted with a roar, as if the heart of the earth had been abruptly awakened.

This power surged continuously, forming a dazzling pillar of light that shot straight into the sky.

It spread outwards in all directions at an astonishing speed, like a world-shattering shockwave.

Wherever the Spiritual Qi passed, the air was filled with a strange, dreamlike glow.

Trees in the forest swayed gracefully under the caress of the Spiritual Qi, as if performing a magnificent dance.

Flowers and plants, nourished by the Spiritual Qi, bloomed more brilliantly and vibrantly than ever before, emitting a captivating fragrance.

Even the animals felt this mysterious power; their bodies began to change, gradually growing larger, taller, and stronger, and they let out soul-stirring roars into the air.

At the same time, Grand Elder and others had already issued a notice in advance, and the streets throughout the City were exceptionally quiet.

People held various protective items, seemingly waiting silently for something, their hearts filled with unease and terror.

And just then, Li Mu, on the other side, stepped into the legendary Immortal Lake Domain.

The scenery here was breathtaking, like an Immortal Realm descended upon the human world.

The lake was surrounded by lush green banks, its surface sparkling and crystal clear, perhaps this was the reason for the Immortal Lake’s name.

Immersed in such beauty, Li Mu couldn't help but be enchanted, his mood exceptionally joyful.

He couldn't help but exclaim, "It truly lives up to its reputation as the starting point of this spiritual energy tide! The density of Spiritual Qi is simply beyond imagination; the environment here is already no worse than after a true Spiritual Qi recovery!"

Li Mu was completely immersed in the embrace of Spiritual Qi, as if he were in an endless sea of Spiritual Qi.

He took a deep breath, and the fresh, rich Spiritual Qi instantly filled his nasal cavity and lungs, giving him an unprecedented sense of comfort and satisfaction.

Afterward, Li Mu slowly walked to the ground by the Immortal Lake and casually sat down.

He closed his eyes, adjusted his breathing, and fully immersed himself in perceiving the surging Spiritual Qi fluctuations.

When he began to Cultivate his Cultivation Technique, the Spiritual Qi around the Immortal Lake seemed to be suddenly drawn by some mysterious force, continuously converging towards him!

Li Mu at this moment was like an indestructible statue, standing firmly there.

His body was enveloped layer upon layer by vast Spiritual Qi, and all his pores were eagerly absorbing the Spiritual Qi, greedily devouring this immensely powerful energy.

The Spiritual Qi, like a surging torrent, madly poured into his body, intermingling with his own spiritual power.

His Meridians were gradually widened by the impact of this powerful Spiritual Qi, the originally narrow passages becoming spacious; and the spiritual power in his Dantian was like a surging ocean, constantly expanding and solidifying.

Li Mu’s face turned crimson from the immense pressure, and the veins on his forehead bulged due to overexertion.

However, he clenched his teeth tightly, guiding the flow of this Spiritual Qi with all his might, without the slightest retreat.

During this process, Li Mu’s body gradually emitted a faint spiritual glow, enveloping his entire being.

This spiritual glow grew brighter and brighter, more and more dazzling, eventually forming a huge light cocoon that completely wrapped him inside…

He could clearly perceive his own strength increasing at an astonishing rate, and the previously solid Middle Stage Realm Bottleneck actually began to loosen under the support of this powerful Spiritual Qi.

Time passed bit by bit, and Li Mu’s body gradually emitted a dazzling, mesmerizing light, his aura also soaring like a rocket.

Under such a powerful energy impact, his Realm finally ushered in an unprecedented major Breakthrough, successfully advancing to Refining Void and Combining Dao Level - Middle Stage!

He slowly opened his eyes, a satisfied smile flickering in his gaze: "Finally, I've successfully broken through to Refining Void and Combining Dao Level - Middle Stage. Coming here for secluded Cultivation this time truly wasn't in vain."

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At the same moment, within the borders of Dragon Country.

In various parts of Dragon Country, the spiritual energy tide surged, sweeping over like turbulent waves.

The earth began to tremble violently, and cracks spread rapidly like a spider web, continuously expanding.

An unprecedented, immensely huge mountain range slowly rose, its volume far exceeding the sum of the Five Peaks mountain ranges, appearing so abruptly before the world.

This mountain range soared into the clouds, shrouded in mist, as mysterious as the dwelling of Immortals.

On the vast, boundless ocean, thousands of islands of various sizes dotted the immense sea like countless stars.

These islands varied in shape; some were like emerald pearls embedded in the azure sea, while others resembled massive rocks, standing abruptly amidst the turbulent waves.

And within these islands, many mysterious Grotto-Heaven Blessed Land Small Worlds were hidden.

They were either concealed deep within dense forests or buried deep inside dark caves...

At this moment, under the surging Spiritual Qi, countless Yao Beasts in the deep mountains and old forests also felt an unprecedented surge of powerful energy.

Their bodies began to undergo astonishing and wondrous changes; their previously dull fur instantly became vibrant, bright, and dazzling; their scales shimmered with mysterious light, like the brightest stars in the night sky.

Some Yao Beasts gradually increased in size, their muscles becoming more compact and powerful, as if every muscle contained endless strength;

Their claws and teeth also became sharper, gleaming with a chilling light that sent shivers down one's spine just by looking at them.

Other Yao Beasts, nourished by the Spiritual Qi, experienced an unprecedented and enormous increase in Mental Energy.

Their eyes became sharper, like those of an eagle, able to easily perceive any subtle changes in their surroundings; their minds also became more agile, as swift as lightning.

Especially those Yao Beasts whose Cultivation was already close to Refining Essence and Transforming Qi - Late Stage, with the powerful boost from this Spiritual Qi surge, they finally broke through the Bottleneck that had long troubled them, successfully stepping into the long-desired Realm of Refining Essence and Transforming Qi - Late Stage.

Their aura became powerful and profound, surrounded by a faint glow of Spiritual Qi, like Immortals descending, showcasing their unparalleled strength.

This was simply an evolutionary feast belonging to the Yao Beasts!

They continuously grew stronger in the sacred baptism of Spiritual Qi, fully releasing their inner joy and excitement, letting out deafening roars of joy towards the vast, boundless sky.