Junior sister has a hidden constitution

At the peak of Purple Bamboo Peak, the cold wind was biting.

Su Ye's palm remained on Ye Linglong's small head, his five long fingers gently stroking her soft hair.

Ye Linglong tilted her head slightly, looking like a little kitten who had been wronged and desperately needed comfort, her large eyes misty.

“Will you really come see me?”

She sniffled, her voice soft and sweet, carrying a hint of uncertain hope.

“Of course.”

Su Ye wore a doting smile, “When has your Senior Brother ever lied to you?”

“Hmph, haven't you lied to me enough times?”

Ye Linglong burst into laughter through her tears, muttering a complaint, but her body honestly snuggled closer into Su Ye's embrace.

Just at this warm moment of sibling affection.

A mechanical prompt, devoid of emotion, suddenly sounded in Su Ye's mind.

[Ding!]

[System Detecting...]

[Target: Ye Linglong]

[Identity: Purple Bamboo Peak Fourth Disciple]

[Current Attribute: Supreme Grade Fire Spiritual Root (Although Supreme Grade, Impurities have not been removed, limiting potential)]

[Hidden Special Physique Fluctuation Detected...]

Su Ye's motion of stroking her hair paused slightly.

Hidden Physique?

His eyes moved slightly, and he discreetly pulled up the System panel.

Below Ye Linglong's red attribute bar, a line of small, previously dim text was now flickering with faint golden-red light.

[Hidden Physique: Red Lotus Karmic Fire Physique (Unawakened)]

[Physique Rating: Saint Rank High Grade (Can evolve into Sovereign Grade “Nine Heavens Profound Fire Physique” after Awakening)]

[Awakening Conditions: Must be placed in an extremely Yang location, guided by Supreme Qi, and undergo the pain of destruction before rebirth to reshape the Spiritual Root.]

[Note: This Physique is extremely overbearing. If not Awakened promptly, as cultivation advances to the Golden Core Stage, the accumulated Fire Poison inside the body will backfire, leading to Qi Deviation in minor cases, and death by incineration in severe cases.]

Looking at the explanation on the System panel, Su Ye's pupils contracted slightly.

Red Lotus Karmic Fire Physique!

This was a terrifying Physique rumored to be capable of burning away all sins in the world.

According to ancient records of the Taichu Holy Land, the previous Mighty Expert who possessed this Physique was an Empress from thirty thousand years ago. In a fit of rage, she scorched a thousand miles of land and could even burn a hole in the sky.

He never expected that his Fourth Junior Sister, who seemed so loud and only knew how to be jealous, was actually hiding such a trump card.

Furthermore... Su Ye frowned slightly.

If she didn't Awaken it, would her life be in danger when she reached the Golden Core Stage?

This girl was already at the Eighth Heaven of Foundation Establishment; reaching the Golden Core Stage was just around the corner.

Revered Master sending her to the Lava Cave for secluded cultivation was a fortunate coincidence (an extremely Yang location), but without the correct guidance method, the Fire Poison might detonate during her Breakthrough.

At that time, she wouldn't just be a “roasted suckling pig,” but would turn directly into ashes.

“Senior Brother? What's wrong?”

Noticing that Su Ye's hand had been resting motionlessly on her head for a long time, Ye Linglong looked up doubtfully and asked, blinking her large eyes.

Su Ye snapped out of his thoughts, looking at the bright and charming little face before him.

Although she was a bit spoiled on normal days, this was his Junior Sister whom he had watched grow up since childhood.

How could he let anything happen to her?

“Linglong.”

Su Ye withdrew his hand, his smile fading slightly, becoming somewhat serious.

“Wh-what's wrong?”

Ye Linglong was startled by his sudden seriousness and nervously clutched the corner of her clothes.

“Senior Brother, did I do something wrong again?”

“No.”

Su Ye shook his head, gazing at her intently.

“Since Revered Master ordered you to enter secluded cultivation in the Lava Cave, there's no time like the present. Let's go now.”

“Huh?”

Ye Linglong's face fell, and the touching feeling that had just arisen instantly vanished.

“So fast? I still wanted to go eat at the Spiritual Cuisine Hall's...”

“I'll go with you.”

Su Ye interrupted her complaint.

“Eh?”

Ye Linglong was stunned, thinking she had misheard.

“Senior Brother, you said... you'd go with me?”

“Yes.”

Su Ye stood with his hands clasped behind his back, his robes fluttering, looking profound and mysterious.

“The Lava Cave is a Forbidden Ground of Purple Bamboo Peak. The Earth Fire is fierce, and I don't feel comfortable letting you go alone.”

“It just so happens that I also need to use the Earth Fire there to temper... well, to temper a Magic Treasure.”

This was naturally an excuse.

The real purpose was, of course, to help this girl Awaken her Physique.

Moreover, the Awakening process of the “Red Lotus Karmic Fire Physique” required guidance from “Supreme Qi.”

In this entire world, besides him, who possessed the Supreme Bone, who else could possibly do it?

“Wow! Senior Brother, you're the best!”

Ye Linglong instantly jumped up in excitement and pounced onto Su Ye, clinging to him like a koala bear.

“I knew Senior Brother loved me the most!”

“Much better than Revered Master, that cold old woman!”

Su Ye's mouth twitched, and he quickly covered her mouth.

“Shh—”

“If Revered Master hears those words, even I won't be able to protect you.”

Although the Cold Jade Palace blocked Divine Sense, she was, after all, a powerhouse in the Tribulation Transcendence Realm. What if she had sharp ears?

Ye Linglong stuck out her tongue and made a face, but the joy in her eyes was impossible to hide.

As long as Senior Brother was with her, let alone the Lava Cave, even a mountain of swords and a sea of fire would feel like a field trip!

“Let's go.”

Su Ye patted her back dotingly.

With a thought.

A brilliant golden light surged from his body, transforming into a giant Golden Lotus that lifted both of them.

Whoosh!

The Golden Lotus tore through the sky, carrying the two of them rapidly toward the back mountain of Purple Bamboo Peak... Purple Bamboo Peak, Back Mountain.

This place was completely different from the tranquil elegance of the front mountain.

As soon as they approached, a scorching wave of air rushed toward them, and even the air was distorted by the high temperature.

The originally verdant vegetation had vanished here, replaced by crimson rocks and cracked, scorched earth.

This was the location of the Lava Cave.

A geological node of Purple Bamboo Peak, leading directly to the underground lava river.

“It's so hot...”

As soon as Ye Linglong landed, fine beads of sweat appeared on her forehead.

Although she possessed a Fire Spiritual Root, the fierce aura of the Earth Fire still made her feel a little breathless.

Her red immortal-retaining skirt clung tightly to her body under the heat wave, outlining the nascent graceful curves of the young girl.

Su Ye waved his hand casually.

A faint golden light barrier enveloped the two of them, isolating most of the heat wave.

“Th-thank you, Senior Brother.”

Ye Linglong breathed a sigh of relief, her small face flushed, looking particularly alluring.

Su Ye didn't speak, but simply led her straight into the massive, pitch-black cave entrance.

Inside the cave.

Red light filled the sky.

A lava river, about thirty feet wide, surged and flowed beneath their feet, making gurgling sounds.

Every now and then, a giant bubble would burst, splashing fiery red lava several feet high.

In the center of the lava river, there was a protruding black megalith platform, engraved with complex Spirit Gathering Formations.

That was the place for secluded cultivation.

The fire-attribute Spiritual Qi here was extremely dense, nearly liquefying.

For Fire Cultivators, it was both Heaven and Hell.

If one's will was not firm, it would be easy for the ferocious Fire Poison to erode their mind, leading to Qi Deviation.

“Go over there.”

Su Ye pointed toward the platform.

His figure flashed, and he wrapped his arm around Ye Linglong's waist, flying directly across and landing steadily on the platform.

“Hoo...”

Even with Su Ye's shield, Ye Linglong still felt a wave of heat rush straight from the soles of her feet to her Crown of the Head.

Her spiritual power inside her body began to stir uncontrollably, as if trying to resonate with the surrounding lava.

“Senior Brother, I... I feel a bit strange.”

Ye Linglong grabbed Su Ye's arm in a panic.

“I feel a ball of fire burning inside me, it hurts so much...”

Su Ye's eyes narrowed.

As expected.

This was the precursor to the Red Lotus Karmic Fire Physique losing control.

Just getting close to this extremely Yang location had stirred up the hidden danger within her body.

Fortunately, he had come along.

“Don't be afraid.”

Su Ye's voice was calm and strong, carrying a reassuring power.

He pressed down on Ye Linglong's shoulders, making her sit cross-legged on the Meditation Mat.

“Linglong, look at me.”

Su Ye squatted in front of her, meeting her gaze.

“Next, I need to tell you something.”

“Inside your body, you don't just possess an ordinary Supreme Grade Fire Spiritual Root, but a special Physique called the 'Red Lotus Karmic Fire Physique' is hidden.”

“What?”

Ye Linglong widened her eyes, looking utterly bewildered.

“Red Lotus... what Physique?”

Although she didn't understand, the name sounded impressive.

“Simply put, this is a very powerful talent, but it is also a death warrant.”

Su Ye's expression was serious, showing no hint of joking.

“If you don't Awaken and guide it in time, when you Break through to the Golden Core Stage, you will be burned to ashes by the Fire Poison in your body.”

“Ah?!”

Ye Linglong's face turned pale with fright.

“Th-then what should I do?”

“Senior Brother, you must save me! I haven't gotten married yet! I don't want to die!”

She grabbed Su Ye's hand, tears welling up in her eyes.

“Silly girl, with your Senior Brother here, how could I let you die?”

Su Ye smiled helplessly, reaching out to wipe away the tears at the corner of her eyes.

“I came with you this time precisely to help you Awaken this Physique.”

“Really?”

Ye Linglong sniffled, “How do I Awaken it?”

Su Ye stood up, his gaze sweeping over the surging lava around them, then returning to Ye Linglong.

At this moment, due to the heat, her collar was slightly open, revealing a patch of skin as delicate as white jade.

Reflected by the fiery red lava, it glowed with a charming rosy hue.

“The method of Awakening is somewhat special.”

Su Ye's Adam's apple bobbed slightly, and his voice became a little deep.

“It requires the aid of this pure Yang Earth Fire, plus the power of my Supreme Bone, to forcefully break open the Seal within your body.”

“The process might be a bit... hot, and painful.”

“You must endure it.”

“I'm not afraid of pain!”

Ye Linglong nodded firmly, “As long as I can become stronger, as long as I don't have to leave Senior Brother, I can endure any hardship!”

“Good.”

A flash of admiration crossed Su Ye's eyes.

This girl was quite resilient when it mattered.

“Then let's begin.”

Su Ye took a deep breath, and the Heaven Swallowing Demonic Art quietly circulated within his body.

A majestic and profound suction force instantly spread out from him as the center.

The surrounding ferocious fire-attribute Spiritual Qi seemed to receive a summons, frantically converging toward them.

“First.”

Su Ye looked at Ye Linglong, his tone becoming somewhat subtle.

“Junior Sister, in order for the Spiritual Qi to enter your Meridians without obstruction, and to prevent your clothes from being incinerated by the high temperature and harming your Physical Body...”

“You might need to...”

“Need what?”

Ye Linglong blinked her large eyes, looking utterly confused.

Su Ye pointed to the red immortal-retaining skirt she was wearing.

“This garment is woven from celestial silkworm silk. Although it is fireproof, it is also very effective at isolating Spiritual Qi.”

“Later, I will use the Supreme Bone to guide the Qi close to your body. Separated by this layer of defensive Magic Treasure, the effect will be greatly reduced.”

“Therefore...”

Before Su Ye could finish speaking, Ye Linglong's face instantly turned bright red, like a cooked shrimp.

Although she was usually carefree, she knew what this implied.

“S-Senior Brother...”

She was so embarrassed that the base of her neck turned red, and her voice was as faint as a mosquito's buzz.

“Does it really... have to be like that?”

“Life is at stake, this is not a game.”

Su Ye said earnestly, without the slightest hint of improper thoughts visible on his face.

It was as if he truly was just an upright Senior Brother concerned solely about his Junior Sister's safety.

Although, deep down, that was indeed what he was thinking.

But... cough, cough.

This was also part of the “treatment.”

Ye Linglong bit her lip, struggling for a long time.

Finally, she looked up and met Su Ye's clear (bottomless) gaze.

Senior Brother is a gentleman!

Senior Brother is doing this to save me!

Ye Linglong gave herself a mental pep talk.

Besides... if it was Senior Brother... maybe... it wasn't so bad.

Thinking this, her heart rate suddenly accelerated, pounding like a startled deer.

“Th-then turn around.”

Ye Linglong said shyly.

“Alright.”

Su Ye cooperated and turned around, facing away from her.

However, his powerful Divine Sense had already enveloped the entire platform, monitoring all movements around them (including, of course, certain sights, as it was his responsibility as Senior Brother to prevent accidents).

Behind him, the rustling sound of fabric rubbing together could be heard.

Each sound was like a gentle pluck on Su Ye's heartstrings.

A moment later.

“O-okay now.”

Ye Linglong's trembling voice reached him.

Su Ye slowly turned back.

In that instant, even he, who had seen countless beauties, couldn't help but hold his breath.

Reflected by the light of the fiery red lava.

The young girl sat cross-legged.

Her original immortal-retaining skirt had been removed, leaving only a pale pink undergarment, barely covering her budding charms.

Large expanses of snow-white skin were exposed to the air, glowing with an attractive pink blush due to shyness and the surrounding high temperature.

Her pair of straight, slender jade legs were tightly pressed together, her toes curling nervously.

At this moment, Ye Linglong was like a Red Lotus blooming in a raging fire.

Pure, yet enchanting.

“Senior Brother... what are you looking at!”

Feeling Su Ye's fervent gaze, Ye Linglong hugged her chest in embarrassment, wishing she could find a hole to crawl into.

“Ahem.”

Su Ye regained his composure, clearing his throat to mask his awkwardness.

“Junior Sister's talent is exceptional, Senior Brother is observing the path of your Meridians.”

Saying this, he stepped forward and moved behind Ye Linglong.

“Close your eyes, sink your Qi into your Dantian, and Embrace the Origin and Guard the One.”

Su Ye's voice sounded next to her ear, carrying a warmth that made her earlobe itch.

Ye Linglong obediently closed her eyes, but her eyelashes were still trembling slightly.

“In the process that follows, no matter what happens, do not resist.”

“Trust me.”

As his voice fell.

Su Ye extended his palm and gently placed it on her smooth, jade-like back.

Boom!

The moment of contact.

The Supreme Bone within Su Ye's body fiercely vibrated, and a domineering and unparalleled golden spiritual power surged into Ye Linglong's body through his palm.

“Ngh!”

Ye Linglong let out a muffled groan, her delicate body trembling violently.

She felt as if a colossal Golden Dragon had rudely invaded her body, rampaging through her narrow Meridians.

The pain of tearing and swelling nearly made her cry out.

But immediately after.

That golden power actually began to devour the surrounding ferocious fire-attribute Spiritual Qi, transforming it into a purer, hotter energy.

“Endure it.”

Su Ye's voice was deep and hoarse.

He could feel the dormant power within Ye Linglong gradually being awakened.

It was like a volcano that had been suppressed for millions of years, about to erupt.

“Heaven Swallowing Demonic Art, circulate!”

Su Ye shouted internally.

He wasn't just guiding; he was utilizing the characteristics of the Heaven Swallowing Demonic Art to help Ye Linglong purify this power.

As the Cultivation Technique circulated.

The fire Spiritual Qi in the surrounding lava river turned into a visible red vortex, frantically converging toward the two of them.

The temperature inside the entire Lava Cave soared again!

Strange and complex red patterns began to appear on Ye Linglong's body.

That was the totem of the Red Lotus Karmic Fire Physique!

An enchanting phantom of a Red Lotus slowly bloomed behind her back.

And Su Ye's hand remained tightly pressed against her back, showing no intention of letting go.

Furthermore.

To better guide the Spiritual Qi, his other hand slowly reached out and rested on her lower abdomen, at her Dantian.