Chapter 118: Three Types of Foundation Establishment

Ye Chen had been cultivating for an entire month. Every night, purple-black flames would emerge from his body, creeping out of his pores like tendrils. Combined with the starry energy, this strange force continuously tempered Ye Chen’s physical body in a unique way.

Finally, on the last day, Ye Chen’s tightly shut eyes suddenly snapped open. In his pitch-black gaze, flames surged wildly, as if capable of burning through everything. The flames that had covered his body dissipated completely, revealing a nearly renewed physique.

Ye Chen’s once fair skin now carried a hint of bronze, and his entire being radiated with strength and vibrant life force. His aura skyrocketed as well. From the early stage of Qi Refining, he surged directly to the peak of Qi Refining, achieving the perfect completion of the ninth layer. The sensation of this all-encompassing power increase caused Ye Chen to involuntarily let out a groan.

The benefits of the Myriad Star Body were truly immense. Not only did it enhance his recovery and vitality, but even his meridians had grown more resilient during this transformation. He could now endure even greater flows of spiritual power, speeding up his cultivation process.

At this moment, Ye Chen’s essence, energy, and spirit had reached their zenith. He felt that he no longer needed to wait for the sect’s grand competition this year. He could attempt to break through to the Foundation Establishment stage now.

“Greetings, Senior Gu…”

The voices of Lin Ke’er, Lu Jing, and the others could be heard from outside the door.

The master had arrived?

Ye Chen immediately got up and swiftly exited the room. Sure enough, he saw his master’s graceful figure. There, standing with her back to him, was his master, clad in a red robe, admiring the water pool in the courtyard. Her figure remained as commanding as ever. Even with her back to him, the outline of her form was undeniable.

It was truly astonishing. But then, thinking about how he was so close to breaking through to the Foundation Establishment stage, and how soon he would be able to show his filial devotion to his master, Ye Chen couldn’t help but feel a surge of excitement. The long-held filial heart he had would finally be poured out.

“When did you dig this pool?”

Gu Yunyun turned around, her expression somewhat awkward.

Ye Chen: ???

Since when had his master cared about such trivial matters?

However, Ye Chen quickly responded, “Master, the spiritual spring here on Sword Peak is of excellent quality, rich in spirit Qi. Soaking in it can relax the flesh and blood, and sometimes it even has a fragrant aroma at night…”

“To just admire it would be a waste,” he added with a smile. “How about I also dig a pool for you, to show my filial piety?”

Upon hearing this and recalling what had transpired during the night, Gu Yunyun’s expression grew even more awkward. She didn’t wish to continue this conversation. Instead, she turned her gaze to Ye Chen, and her eyes immediately lit up.

Ye Chen had changed significantly from before. He now carried a sharp, almost unyielding energy. If she had to describe it, he finally had a hint of the aura of a true prodigy.

In the past, even though Ye Chen had claimed first place in the sect’s competition, aside from his pleasing appearance, he had been completely ordinary. Nothing about him stood out, and it was hard to imagine a promising future for him. She couldn’t quite pinpoint what had happened to him.

One Qi Refining cultivator had taken all the starry energy from the entire sect for a month. And yet, he had undergone such a drastic transformation. But Gu Yunyun didn’t probe deeper. Instead, she felt a sense of satisfaction. It was a good thing that Ye Chen had improved. It was worth it for her to silently bear the brunt of the criticism for a month.

“Pack up. I will send you to Middle Mountain soon…”

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Gu Yunyun’s voice was calm as she spoke directly.

Ye Chen froze for a moment upon hearing this.

“To Middle Mountain? What for?”

Noticing Ye Chen’s confusion, Gu Yunyun’s red lips parted lightly.