Chapter 5: Inheritance of the Devouring Soul Art, Yun Yun’s Visit

["Does the host accept the inheritance of the Devouring Soul Art?"]

As Gu He's consciousness made contact with the black scroll, the system's prompt tone sounded.

"I accept!"

Without hesitation, Gu He made a direct choice. In the next moment, Gu He felt a bit dizzy as a myriad of information flowed into his mind. Countless streams of information entered him like an extremely sharp blade, cutting open his skull and surging into the depths of his mind.

With his eyes tightly closed, Gu He's mind slightly concentrated, immersing himself in the torrent of information. After a long while, a faint layer of cold sweat clung to Gu He's eyelashes, and a trace of excitement suddenly appeared at the corner of his mouth.

Until the end, Gu He's chest was heaving rapidly, clearly indicating his extreme excitement at this moment. Absorbed in the profound information in his mind, Gu He remained completely still. It wasn't until three hours later that he slowly opened his eyes, his pitch black pupils radiating excitement.

"The Devouring Soul Art can actually directly consume others' souls to enhance one's own soul power!" Recalling the contents of the Devouring Soul Art in his mind, excitement appeared in Gu He's eyes.

"Not only that, while devouring another's soul, the Devouring Soul Art can also allow me to view their memories!"

"This ability is truly terrifying!"

Thinking of the extraordinary effects of the Devouring Soul Art, Gu He couldn't help but marvel at its power as an Emperor-grade technique.

For an alchemist, the most crucial aspect was the cultivation of soul power. Compared to cultivating Dou Qi, cultivating soul power was far more difficult.

Moreover, as one progressed, enhancing soul power became increasingly challenging. This was also why on the Dou Qi continent, there were very few high-level alchemists.

Now that Gu He had mastered the Emperor-grade technique, the Devouring Soul Art, he could directly enhance his soul power by consuming others' souls.

For other alchemists, this was equivalent to gaining an unfair advantage. After a long while, the excitement in Gu He's heart gradually subsided, replaced by a contemplative expression in his eyes.

Though the Devouring Soul Art was immensely powerful, it couldn't be openly used. Once exposed to the light, this bizarre and abnormal technique would undoubtedly attract unwanted attention. Even as a Rank 6 alchemist, Gu He might not be able to protect himself.

Hence, if Gu He were to use the Devouring Soul Art in the future, he needed to be extremely cautious.

"Let's stabilize my cultivation first." Considering that he had rapidly elevated a significant portion of his cultivation, Gu He was slightly worried about potential instability. He returned to his room to rest for a while.

"Elder Gu He..."

Just as Gu He was about to lie down and recuperate, a clear and melodious voice, akin to a pearl falling onto a jade plate, suddenly sounded from outside the alchemy room.

Hearing this voice, Gu He blinked in surprise, and an elegant and noble figure flashed through his mind.

Yun Yun? What was she doing here?

The memories of his previous life, where he pursued Yun Yun, remained deeply ingrained in Gu He's mind. Naturally, he could immediately discern the voice outside as belonging to Yun Yun, the Sect Master of Yun Lan Sect.

Could it be that the aura I emitted during my breakthrough just now leaked out and was detected by Yun Yun? Such a possibility crossed Gu He's mind.

This shouldn't have happened! In accordance with Gu He's thoughts, even if the alchemy room were to explode during the process, it wouldn't have any impact on the outside world. There was no reason his breakthrough aura would leak out.

Baffled internally, yet Gu He couldn't afford to be dismissive of Yun Yun outside. After all, she was the Yun Lan Sect's Sect Master, and moreover, a Dou Emperor-level powerhouse.

Creak! Gu He rose slowly, swiftly opened the room's door, and addressed her. Immediately, a figure dressed in green entered Gu He's view.

Although he had absorbed the memories of his previous life and held a profound image of the woman's appearance, seeing her in person still prompted an involuntary sense of awe.

The woman was enveloped in a simple gown that accentuated her curvaceous figure. Her hair was elegantly tied into a phoenix-themed accessory, while her beautiful and serene countenance carried an air of refinement and nobility that the modest attire couldn't hide.

The woman wore a white gown, and her raven-black tresses cascaded like a waterfall down to her slender waist. Her exquisite features, reminiscent of a fairy detached from mundane concerns, were imbued with an ethereal tranquility that carried no trace of arrogance.

While Gu He was taking in her appearance, Yun Yun was also observing him. "Senior Gu He, why do you seem a bit different from before?" As she gazed upon the extraordinarily handsome and charismatic Gu He, Yun Yun's heart stirred.

"Senior Gu He, are you alright?" Soon after, noticing his prolonged gaze, Yun Yun's brows slightly furrowed, a hint of dissatisfaction in her bright eyes. Upon hearing her, Gu He snapped out of his reverie, a hint of embarrassment surfacing in his eyes.

Damn, this is awkward... Cough...

He cleared his throat, concealing his unease, and shifted his gaze back to Yun Yun before gently inquiring, "Master Yun, what brings you here today?"

Seeing Gu He withdraw his gaze, and recalling her purpose for coming, Yun Yun's expression softened. She slightly parted her crimson lips and explained, "Senior Gu He, I have come to request your assistance in refining a Gathering Qi Pill."

Having said that, Yun Yun extended her fair hand, revealing a storage ring in her palm.

"Here are the materials for refining two Gathering Qi Pills. I apologize for the imposition, Senior Gu He."

Hearing this, Gu He was taken aback, "Refining Gathering Qi Pills?"

So, this woman came to seek alchemical aid. Hold on... Gathering Qi Pills! Suddenly, a thought resurfaced in Gu He's mind. Could it be?

To validate his assumption, Gu He smiled faintly, his tone tinged with curiosity, "Master, the function of the Gathering Qi Pill is to allow a Ninth Stage Dou Qi practitioner to flawlessly condense their Dou Qi whirlwind, achieving a hundred percent success rate, am I correct?"

"I recall that Yanran has already broken through to the Dou Practitioner level, so why..." Gu He trailed off, his gaze slightly puzzled as he looked at Yun Yun. Hearing this, a hint of annoyance flickered in Yun Yun's heart, finding Gu He a bit meddlesome in matters that didn't concern him.

Yet, considering the contributions Gu He had made to the Cloud Mist Sect over the years, Yun Yun hesitated for a moment and decided to explain, "As you know, Yanran still carries an engagement. Her fiancé is merely a Third Stage Dou Qi practitioner, and she doesn't approve of this marriage. She intends to go to Utan City to break off the engagement."

"While breaking off an engagement might seem inappropriate, I support her decision to ensure Yanran's peace of mind in her cultivation." "Consider this Gathering Qi Pill as compensation for that young man." Yun Yun's tone held a touch of regret.

After all, the matter of breaking off engagements wasn't the most honourable approach taken by the Cloud Mist Sect.

Just as he suspected! After hearing Yun Yun's explanation, Gu He immediately understood everything.The Gathering Qi Pill he was to refine was meant for Xiao Yan.

Before long, Nalan Yanran would take this Gathering Qi Pill and forcefully break off the engagement at the Xiao Clan in Wu Tan City.

Thus, the storyline of "Battle Through the Heavens" would begin with Nalan Yanran's decisive break from the engagement.

Because of Nalan Yanran's resolute action, Xiao Yan would find the motivation to grow stronger and ultimately thwart Hun Tian Di's scheme. Hun Tian Di probably never anticipated that his downfall would be triggered by Xiao Yan's broken engagement.