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Unknowingly, nearly a month had passed since the uproar surrounding the Yun Lan Sect incident.
During this month, Mo Yu had a brief meeting with Xiao Yixian before retreating to a secluded chamber to absorb the energy feedback from the Profound Yin Poison Demon Thunder.
After years of meticulous nurturing by Xiao Yixian, the Profound Yin Poison Demon Thunder was now just a step away from reaching its peak state. Ranked eighth on the Thunder Soul Ranking, its power was nearly on par with the Vermilion Burning Sky Thunder and the True Origin Devouring Thunder.
Both the Vermilion Burning Sky Thunder and the True Origin Devouring Thunder had significantly aided Mo Yu's growth. Without the energy feedback from the Thunder Soul, it would have been impossible for him to reach the Dou Huang level at the age of twenty.
Although the Profound Yin Poison Demon Thunder had not yet reached its peak, Mo Yu's current strength meant he could no longer achieve rapid growth as before.
However, the perfected Profound Yin Poison Demon Thunder still provided enough energy to elevate Mo Yu, who was a one-star Dou Huang, to even greater heights.
In a secluded chamber within the Xiao Clan residence, a young man with silver eyes sat cross-legged on a stone bed, hands forming seals as his breathing remained calm and steady. With each breath, faint ripples spread through the air, and streams of visible Thunder Soul Energy surged into his meridians and limbs.
The absorption of energy continued for nearly a month before Mo Yu slowly opened his eyes. A faint flicker of lightning crossed his silver pupils before quickly fading, leaving his gaze calm and tranquil.
Although Mo Yu's aura appeared unassuming, a keen observer would notice that his presence had grown significantly stronger compared to a month ago.
"Four-star Dou Huang!"
Clenching his fist tightly, Mo Yu felt an overwhelming surge of power coursing through him. A smile crept onto his lips as he delighted in his progress.
After a month of effort, Mo Yu had successfully absorbed the energy feedback from the Profound Yin Poison Demon Thunder, advancing three stars to become a four-star Dou Huang.
Without considering his trump cards, the Gold Thunder Orb and the Black Gold Thunder Orb, Mo Yu's strength as a four-star Dou Huang, combined with his profound foundation, made him nearly invincible among others at the Dou Huang realm.
"The sense of breakthrough brought by the Thunder Soul is truly addictive. It's a pity that such opportunities are becoming rarer," Mo Yu sighed with a shake of his head.
As his time on the Dou Qi Continent grew longer, he had awakened nearly half of the twelve Thunder Soul on the Thunder Soul Ranking.
However, as Mo Yu's strength continued to grow, the energy feedback from the Thunder Soul would bring increasingly diminishing returns.
Unless he could elevate the top three Thunder Soul on the list to their peak states, future gains from the remaining Thunder Soul might only amount to an increase of two or three stars.
Even so, Mo Yu's cultivation speed far outpaced ordinary people.
A twenty-year-old four-star Dou Huang—a talent like this would undoubtedly be considered a monstrous genius, even in Central Plains.
Stretching lazily, Mo Yu stepped out of the chamber and into the main hall.
Inside, a golden figure stood with an imposing aura. Upon seeing Mo Yu, the figure froze momentarily before quickly stepping forward and bowing respectfully.
"Greetings, Manor Lord!"
If outsiders witnessed this scene, their jaws would undoubtedly drop in shock.
The golden figure was none other than Yan Luotian, the Sect Leader of the Golden Goose Sect and the strongest individual in the Luo Yan Empire.
As a Dou Zong, Yan Luotian's name was well-known throughout the Northwest Continent. Yet, here he was, bowing and addressing Mo Yu as his master. It was a sight to behold.
Currently, Yan Luotian appeared no different from before, except for the black lotus mark on his forehead, exuding an air of mysteriousness.
"Hmm."
Mo Yu took a seat, nodding faintly before closing his eyes to rest.
He was unsurprised by Yan Luotian's submissive attitude.
Before his retreat, Mo Yu had enslaved Yan Luotian using the Black Lotus Soul Thunder to prevent him from causing trouble.
After devouring the soul power of Yun Shan and the Mu Lan Elders, the Black Lotus Soul Thunder had grown significantly, now barely capable of enslaving a low-tier Dou Zong.
With the addition of a Dou Zong-level combatant, the strength of the Yuan Manor would undoubtedly increase.
As Mo Yu rested, Yan Luotian took out a golden scroll from his storage ring and respectfully offered it to him.
"Master, this is the Golden Goose Sect's secret technique. I present it to you as a tribute."
"Oh?"
Opening his eyes, Mo Yu took the scroll and unrolled it. Large golden characters immediately came into view.
"Sky Swallow Nine Wings."
"A flying Dou Technique. So, it really is this one," Mo Yu mused with a raised brow, a flicker of interest in his eyes.
At his current level, ordinary flying Dou Techniques couldn't compare to the speed of Dou Qi Wings. Yet, Mo Yu knew the Sky Swallow Nine Wings was not an ordinary technique.
Rather than a simple flying technique, it allowed the user to form physical, tangible wings.
In the original story, Yan Luotian had brought great pressure upon the Jia Ma Empire with this technique. Although he had been heavily injured by Xiao Yixian and rendered ineffective during the Yun Lan Mountain battle, his speed was formidable.
Yan Luotian's unmatched speed came entirely from the Sky Swallow Nine Wings.
Seeing Mo Yu's interest, Yan Luotian hurriedly explained, "Master, the Sky Swallow Nine Wings is less of a flying Dou Technique and more of a method to craft such a technique.
"Flying Dou Techniques are rare on the Dou Qi Continent, and the crafting methods for most have been lost. This technique, obtained by one of my sect's ancestors through sheer luck, has since become the Golden Goose Sect's prized treasure."
Mo Yu nodded in understanding, fully aware of the technique's value.
In the original story, Xiao Yan had combined the Sky Swallow Nine Wings with a Heavenly Demon Phoenix corpse, resulting in extraordinary speed.
Although Mo Yu possessed thunder capable of spatial travel, its current limitations made him vulnerable to being tracked, as seen during his battle with Hun Feng.
If combined with the Sky Swallow Nine Wings, his speed would be unparalleled, even among Dou Zong experts.
"Which magical beast's wings were used in your crafting of the Sky Swallow Nine Wings?" Mo Yu asked.
"The wing bones of a peak sixth-rank magical beast, the Storm Golden Eagle," Yan Luotian replied respectfully.
"A peak sixth-rank magical beast… not perfect, but decent," Mo Yu remarked with a nod.
He couldn't help but think of the Heavenly Demon Phoenix corpse in the original story—a nearly eighth-rank beast and one of the three great magical beast clans.
Combining its wings with the Sky Swallow Nine Wings would yield unparalleled results.
As the uncrowned king of the Black-Corner Region, obtaining such a corpse wasn't beyond Mo Yu's reach.
As for offending the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan?
With the backing of the Lei Clan, what did he have to fear?
After deciding to cultivate the Sky Swallow Nine Wings, Mo Yu carefully stored the golden scroll away, planning to begin his training only after obtaining the Bone Wings of the Heavenly Demon Phoenix.
Just as he secured the scroll, a servant from his residence reported that Nalan Yanran had come with something urgent to discuss.
Mo Yu was momentarily taken aback but quickly understood the situation when Nalan Yanran informed him that Yun Yun wanted to see him.
Before leaving, Nalan Yanran's gaze shifted to the emerging Xiao Yan, her delicate face briefly stiffening before she turned and walked outside.
Exchanging brief greetings with Xiao Yan and the others, Mo Yu seemed to recall something and decided to follow Nalan Yanran closely.
Flying out of the imperial capital, Nalan Yanran's speed did not wane as she headed directly toward Yun Lan Mountain.
Mo Yu was surprised, noting that Nalan Yanran's strength had reached the pinnacle of Dou Wang.
After a brief moment of contemplation, he recalled the trial of life and death that each Yun Lan Sect leader had to endure, realizing that she must have completed this trial after being spurred by Xiao Yan's actions, just as in the original story.
Even though the strength of a peak Dou Wang was formidable, it would hardly make a difference in the battle atop Yun Lan Mountain. Moreover, Nalan Yanran was likely in seclusion during that time.
With such thoughts in mind, the two raced through vast plains under the moonlight, finally arriving at the towering Yun Lan Mountain.
Quickening his pace, Mo Yu caught up with Nalan Yanran and soon found himself at the peak of the mountain.
On the mountain's rear, the two passed through dense forests before stopping at a steep cliff.
A sweep of his silver eyes brought Mo Yu's attention to the graceful figure standing at the cliff's edge. It was none other than Yun Yun.
After bringing Mo Yu here, Nalan Yanran gave him and her teacher a complicated glance, sighed softly, and quietly left.
Once Nalan Yanran departed, Mo Yu's face showed a trace of contemplation before he swiftly ascended to the cliff's summit.
There, at the cliff's edge, stood Yun Yun, dressed in a white gown. Her elegant figure exuded a tranquil aura as the breeze carried her long black hair over her shoulders.
"You're here," Yun Yun said softly, as if hearing his faint footsteps.
"You're leaving the Jia Ma Empire?" Mo Yu asked, his tone steady as he stepped forward.
Turning slowly, Yun Yun revealed her breathtakingly beautiful face. With a glance at Mo Yu, she replied, "With the Yun Lan Sect gone, there's no reason for me to stay. I've been confined in this empire for so long; it's time I left to see the world."
"Have you forgotten our five-year agreement?" Mo Yu suddenly asked.
Yun Yun paused, biting her lip gently as a trace of recollection flickered in her eyes. "I thought you were joking back then, but you've truly reached the Dou Huang realm."
"I always keep my word. Now it's your turn to fulfill the promise—be my woman," Mo Yu declared, stepping closer, his gaze unwavering.
Yun Yun's smile lit her face briefly, a fleeting yet mesmerizing bloom.
After her smile faded, she shook her head slightly, her bright eyes meeting Mo Yu's. With a bitter smile, she said, "You've dismantled the Yun Lan Sect, avenging your family. I understand your actions—after all, the sect nearly annihilated the Xiao Clan and killed your grandfather.
"Now that the Yun Lan Sect has been disbanded, it's karma fulfilled. So, I don't hate you.
"But… being your woman? I'm not ready for that, at least not now. I'm sorry."
Hearing her reply, Mo Yu's expression darkened slightly. This woman was indeed stubborn.
Fixing his gaze on the woman who had left such a lasting impression on him during their first encounter, Mo Yu asked, "Must you leave?"
Yun Yun looked closely at Mo Yu's youthful yet strikingly handsome face, a hint of tenderness appearing in her bright eyes.
"Forgive me, Mo Yu. The Yun Lan Sect is no more, and I want to explore the world. Perhaps, when I've made peace with everything, I'll return.
"When that day comes, I'll honor the five-year agreement and become your woman," Yun Yun said gently, reaching out to caress Mo Yu's cheek.
Feeling the soft touch on his face, Mo Yu's expression softened. For this woman, he couldn't deny his feelings.
"In that case, take this," Mo Yu said, retrieving an item from his storage ring. A Fire Yao Puppet appeared before Yun Yun.
Seeing the puppet, Yun Yun was stunned. She knew its strength well, capable of rivaling even her former master, Yun Shan.
Touched by Mo Yu's gesture, a warmth spread through her heart.
Memories of their time together in the magical beast mountain range and the cave resurfaced, vivid and clear.
Looking up at Mo Yu's handsome face bathed in moonlight, a surge of emotion overtook Yun Yun. She stood on her toes and brushed her lips lightly against his.
But igniting a fire is easier than extinguishing it. Mo Yu's heart surged as he felt Yun Yun's action. Grasping her delicate chin, he pulled her into a deeper kiss, startling her.
Yun Yun could only let out a faint protest, her hands weakly pushing against him before eventually giving in, reciprocating his fiery embrace.
On the cliff, the two figures held each other tightly, their passion igniting under the starlit sky.
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