89: Xiao Huozi, have you ever heard of a breakthrough in battle?

Shen Qing was a bit disappointed by this.

He had thought Xiao Huo would conjure a fiery lotus to smash him.

But in the end, was that all it was?

The phoenix feather tucked inside the "Crimson Phoenix’s Cycle of Creation and Destruction Scripture" seemed eager to try its luck.

It seemed to look down on the other party's fire and wanted to put on a show for Xiao Huo right there, to demonstrate what true divine fire was.

Shen Qing, however, indicated, "You better stay put, don't move around randomly."

If you burn someone to death, where am I supposed to get karma points?

But Shen Qing also had fire.

A spark of fire.

It could not only barbecue but also burn people.

The sky around Yin Xian Terrace darkened, and countless stars cast down their light.

The 'Universe' in Star Sect's core cultivation technique, "Universe Grotto True Scripture," wasn't just for show.

Universe means world.

And Star Sect has a divine ability that can transform a world into its home ground—Heavenly Balance Realm!

Shen Qing didn't actually change the weather; he merely turned the surrounding area into his domain.

Within this domain, even the flow of spiritual energy was under his control.

Countless sparks of fire converged.

Xiao Huo, who had just used a Escape technique (escape technique) to flash over and attack Shen Qing, was directly hit in the face by the starlight fire.

"Trying to fight me with fire?" Xiao Huo sneered, "What a joke."

"With my Heavenly Fire Sacred Body, if your pathetic fire can harm me, I'll eat shit on the spot!"

Confident, Xiao Huo rushed forward without a second thought.

Not only did he rush, but he also tried to control the starlight fire, hoping to devour it.

The Heavenly Fire Sacred Body grows stronger the more flames it devours.

However, at the critical moment, the spiritual energy in the air actually slapped him.

Yes, the spiritual energy slapped him!

Xiao Huo inwardly exclaimed, "Holy crap, spiritual energy can hit people?!"

It was in that instant.

Shen Qing whispered, "Explode."

A single spark can start a prairie fire!

It not only incinerated the Soul-Devouring Ghost Flame and Furious Dragon Divine Fire but also singed Xiao Huo's hair in passing.

It smelled pleasantly burnt.

Xiao Huo's face was extremely grim, his eyes burning with anger.

"You're insulting me!"

"Junior Brother Xiao, why would you say that? I respect you very much."

Shen Qing felt utterly innocent.

Xiao Huo: "You—!"

Knowing he uses fire, yet using fire against him, and that spiritual energy that slapped him... Xiao Huo looked at the changing environment. What kind of divine ability was this?

Shen Qing reminded him, "Oh, and Junior Brother Xiao, don't forget to eat shit, okay?"

Mainly, he was afraid he'd forget.

Xiao Huo's already grim face turned completely dark, fuming with anger.

"Sacred Flame Celestial Dome Transformation, Second Transformation!"

Whoosh!

Flames covered Xiao Huo's body, and his aura surged again!

Dharma Idol Fourth Heaven Realm!

The first transformation adds one Heaven Realm of cultivation, and the second transformation adds three Heaven Realms of cultivation!

Lei Hao below looked on, his expression somewhat grave.

"Kun Kun, have you ever seen this second transformation?"

Li Kun shook his head vigorously.

"No."

Lei Hao knew that Xiao Huo wanted his position as the Saint Son of Wunian City, but... a Saint Son either becomes the Sect Master to manage the sect or a Peak Master to assist the Sect Master. With Xiao Huo's personality, he couldn't be either.

This move had never been used before; it couldn't be that he was saving it to challenge him, could it?

Lei Hao murmured, "There shouldn't be a third transformation, right...?"

Xiao Huo burst into laughter, "With a three-Heaven Realm cultivation gap, how do you expect to fight me?!"

Although it was only a temporary surge in cultivation, it was a genuine Dharma Idol Fourth Heaven Realm.

Or rather, Dharma Idol Mid-stage!

"Excellent!" Shen Qing suddenly laughed heartily as well, charging forward fiercely, his Three-Headed Six-Armed Demonic Dharma Idol appearing.

Xiao Huo couldn't understand why someone who had just been standing still and clashing with him suddenly charged over.

But how could someone skilled in spells and divine abilities possibly beat me in close combat?

Absolutely impossible!

Bang, bang, bang!

Fists met flesh as the two engaged in battle.

Their two colossal Dharma Idols also exchanged fierce blows.

But Xiao Huo's flame giant was at a disadvantage; it only had two hands, while Shen Qing's Dharma Idol had six hands and three heads.

Whenever the flame giant tried to use a divine ability, the next moment, the Three-Headed Six-Armed Demonic Dharma Idol would slap it, directly interrupting it.

Not only did it interrupt his movements, but it also momentarily disrupted his spiritual power.

The flame giant felt bitter.

Damn it, having more hands is great, isn't it!

The vertical pupil on the forehead of the Demonic Dharma Idol stared at him, a dark light flashing in its eyes.

As the Dharma Idol was connected to his main body, Xiao Huo also felt a momentary daze.

Using "Great Freedom Heaven Demon Refining Myriad Laws," Shen Qing successfully planted a demonic nature in Xiao Huo, seizing this opportunity.

Elder Mei wouldn't discover it either.

Because Shen Qing had just contacted his Senior Sister through the phoenix feather in the Crimson Phoenix’s Cycle of Creation and Destruction Scripture.

Ye Shutong helped him cover his tracks.

Ensuring that neither the Sect Master nor Elder Mei would notice.

This phoenix feather really was multi-functional.

As for whether Zhao Mingyue would find out, that didn't matter.

After all, Zhao Mingyue often said, "It doesn't matter, as long as you don't betray your master or destroy your ancestors, do whatever you want."

Coincidentally, Shen Qing had no intention of betraying his master or destroying his ancestors; as for 'riding his master and disparaging his ancestors,' that's another story.

Xiao Huo was beaten to the point of doubting his own existence.

How could he be so strong?!

I, at Dharma Idol Fourth Heaven Realm, actually can't defeat someone at Dharma Idol First Heaven Realm?!

Not much time passed before Xiao Huo, who had been continuously suppressed, saw Shen Qing suddenly start panting heavily.

"You... you're very strong." Shen Qing wiped a non-existent streak of blood from the corner of his mouth.

"You're full of shit!"

Xiao Huo almost spat out a mouthful of blood.

You're talking nonsense!

"Battling a strong opponent really gets the blood pumping!"

Shen Qing suddenly acted like a hot-blooded youth.

Xiao Huo: "???"

What was he going to do?

What divine ability was he going to use?

And strong, my ass!

You were clearly the one who was constantly suppressing me!

Shen Qing: "I admit you're very strong, but, Huozi, have you ever heard of a breakthrough in battle?"

At the same time, he said in his mind: "System, use three minor cultivation advancement cards."

[Usage successful.]

Xiao Huo: "What do you mean?"

He had a bad feeling.

The next instant!

Boom!

What happened to Xiao Huo, who was using the Sacred Flame Celestial Dome Transformation, also happened to Shen Qing.

His power—surged!

Dharma Idol Second Heaven Realm, Third Heaven Realm, Fourth Heaven Realm!

He was once again on par with Xiao Huo!

"Pfft!"

Lei Hao spat out a mouthful of water he had just drunk.

"How does he have it too?!"

Am I the only one who doesn't know this secret art for boosting cultivation?

"It's not a secret art." Elder Mei shook her head, somewhat worried about Xiao Huo.

Lei Hao: "It's not a secret art, so he really broke through?!"

"Yes." Elder Mei nodded.

What a monstrous talent!

He had just passed his heavenly tribulation, and it was already impressive that he had energy left to fight, but to break through three Heaven Realms in cultivation during battle?

Elder Mei half-jokingly, half-seriously said to Immortal Lord Zhao, "Immortal Lord Zhao, do you still want this disciple?"

Zhao Mingyue lazily glanced at her.

"No, this boy likes pretty ones."

Elder Mei was stunned, then chuckled, "This old woman can change her appearance, you know."

Zhao Mingyue didn't speak this time.

She was disgusted.

Even if you become young, you won't be as beautiful as me.

And look at the disciples under you, can they compare to my phoenix and fox?