Heavenly Star Technique

Hong Tian unconsciously viewed the panel and looked carefully.

<Sect Name> and <Sect Name> are the name of the sect and the name of the sect master; they are easy to understand.

When he saw the <Sect Grade>, he instantly knew where that two stars came from.

Creating a sect is a complex matter in this world, as the process is troublesome. First of all, one should report to the largest local sect and register to become an affiliated sect. Otherwise, they would resort to various means to trouble or even destroy the new sect.

After reporting, the local sect would send someone in charge to inspect the new sect regarding location, strength, facilities, etc.

If the new sect has at least a Tier-9 Peak Qi Tempering Stage cultivator holding down the fort and meets specific other criteria, it will be rated as one-star.

Naturally, if the sect wanted to rise to new heights, then the criteria that had to be fulfilled were far more complex than those that had to be completed by a one-star sect.

Normally, the Eternal Star Sect led by a Core Formation like Hong Tian was rated as a three-star sect. However, due to its short standing, the small number of disciples, and the lack of facilities and resources, the sect was unable to level up to a three-star sect.

The good thing is that the system doesn't seem to need Hong Tian to report to anyone to level up the sect. Otherwise, it would only add to Hong Tian's troubles.

Even though establishing a sect on the Desolate Plains was risky, it still had merit. For example, Hong Tian didn't need to report to anyone to establish a sect. As it didn't have a ruler, to begin with, thus, he could freely establish a sect without anyone's concern.

In other words, as long as the Eternal Star Sect met specific criteria, it could level up at any time through the system's appraisal.

Hong Tian wanted to see the 'Sect Member' in detail, but he suddenly groaned in pain. He was so focused on the panel that he almost forgot he was dying.

"System, do you have anything to solve my current problem? Unless you want your host to die right after the binding success..." Hong Tian hurriedly said, hoping the system could respond to him.

[The host is detected to be in a critical state, Life-Saving Emergency is activated...]

[Ding! Life-Saving Emergency has been successfully activated!]

[Ding! You have received: Tier-4 Holy Lotus Pill *1]

[Note: Life-Saving Emergency is only available once in ten years. Please process carefully!]

"Tier-4 Holy Lotus Pill!" Hong Tian's eyes lit up delightfully.

The wound he received was not ordinary; it contained demonic energy that could slowly erode his body. When it reached his core, he would die for sure.

The Holy Lotus Pill is a strong healing pill with the bonus attribute of purifying demonic energy.

This kind of pill was rare on the market and was usually controlled by big sects. Not to mention, the main ingredient for making it is rare, and only some Alchemists can make it.

The Sub-Classes in this world are commonly ranked from Tier-1, Tier-2, Tier-3, and so on. The higher their tier, the higher the product they can produce.

The fact that the system could casually took out a Tier-4 pill meant that Hong Tian didn't need to worry about resources in the future.

Without any hesitation, Hong Tian swallowed the Holy Lotus Pill.

In an instant, a warm current spread from the tip of Hong Tian's tongue.

Then, it spread to his limbs, bones, and acupoints all over his body.

The demonic energy tormenting him slowly faded away as if it had been washed off.

Hong Tian's body started to recover at speed visible to the naked eye.

He took off his torn and bloody clothes a moment later, revealing his muscular and masculine body. The wounds on his body were no longer visible, as if they had never existed in the first place.

Moreover, he could feel that the hidden injuries that had haunted the original Hong Tian had also healed without any sequela.

What good news!

"Since my body has recovered, let's try cultivating!"

Even though Hong Tian had inherited the original Hong Tian's memories, cultivating was still a novelty to him. For that, he needed to get used to it.

The technique that Hong Tian cultivated was called the Heavenly Star Technique; it was a Tier-3 cultivation technique he had obtained from a ruined sect called Star Shattering Sect.

He did not know what kind of sect the Star Shattering Sect was because he had never found any records regarding this sect. However, judging from its name being similar to this continent's, it must be an extraordinary sect that had long since fallen and was forgotten.

In the past, Hong Tian was unable to break through further with the Heavenly Star Technique due to his hidden injuries. Therefore, his cultivation base could only be stuck at a Tier-6 Core Formation.

Now he had restored his body to its peak state, Hong Tian's confidence was significantly boosted, and his eyes were bright. He might use this opportunity to break through into Tier-7 Core Formation.

Hong Tian all took a meditation posture. After that, he closed his eyes and recited the incantation of the Heavenly Star Technique.

In the next moment, a warm current that made him extremely comfortable swam around Hong Tian's body.

Hong Tian felt that his body had become much more robust instantly, but it didn't distract him.

He continued to focus his concentration as an orange-white glow enveloped his body.

The Heavenly Star Technique was a technique that could draw energy from the stars and absorb it to strengthen physical and spiritual qi.

This kind of energy was extremely overbearing. This is also the primary reason why Hong Tian could easily win against three Demon Lords, even killing two of them despite having the same cultivation base.

Demons also have a similar level concept to humans; only they use different names. They started from Demon Soldier -> Demon General -> Demon Lord -> Demon King -> Demon Monarch -> Demon Emperor.

The three demons that Hong Tian fought were Demon Lords, their strength equal to Core Formation cultivators. Moreover, the demons have tough bodies and bizarre abilities. Even so, they still lost to Hong Tian.

This could be seen in how powerful the Heaven Star Technique that Hong Tian cultivated was.

As time passed, his spiritual energy became more vigorous, and his aura became more majestic.

A few hours later, Hong Tian finally opened his eyes.

Her eyes showed a bright color and delight.

"I broke through to Tier-7 Core Formation. So this is what it feels like to have overwhelming power…."

Hong Tian clenched his fist as a surge of power could be felt from his body. Such a marvelous feeling!

"I feel like I can break through further, but I've been absent from the sect for three days. The disciples must be worried about me. Forget it... I better head back to the sect and research the system further there."

Hong Tian put his clothes back on and left the cave.

***

The Eternal Sect is located on Bright Star Mountain. It was the highest mountain in Desolate Plain and was surrounded by hundreds of mountain peaks.

This mountain was originally very barren and only useless rocks and dry plants could be found. However, under the care of the sect for more than fifty years, this mountain was no longer a dead mountain.

Although there were still many barren and neglected areas, the area around the sect was covered in vegetation. It was like the difference between a barren field and a beautiful garden.

"Master, where have you been? We've looked everywhere, but we can't find you. Are you all right?"

As soon as Hong Tian arrived at the sect, a middle-aged man immediately approached him with a face full of worry.

The person who had just spoken was Shi Hao. He belonged to the older generation who joined the Eternal Star Sect fifty years ago. He was already over fifty, but he was still in great shape.

His cultivation base had already reached the Tier-9 Peak Qi Opening Realm and was only one step away from Dao Foundation. He's also the strongest person in this sect after Hong Tian.

He once wanted to attempt to break through to the Dao Foundation, but the original Hong Tian strictly forbade it.

Breaking from the Qi Opening Realm to the Dao Foundation without the Foundation Pill was extremely risky. Once he failed, he would not have another chance to build a foundation and would be stuck in the Qi Opening Realm forever.

Of course, the original Hong Tian had no intention of letting his disciple's enthusiasm down. Therefore, he planned to go to Golden Sand City and try his luck to obtain the Foundation Pill.

Unfortunately, before he could put his plan into action, three Demon Lords suddenly knocked on his door and caused him to die in an unknown place without anyone's knowledge.

Regarding this disciple, Hong Tian's feeling was a bit complicated.

Although he inherited the original Hong Tian's memories, he could not imitate the feelings.

Therefore, Hong Tian did not have any impressions of this Shi Hao. They were complete strangers to this point.

Hong Tian immediately sorted out his complex feeling and said, "I'm fine. I'm hiding somewhere to heal myself. Did demons attack the sect while I wasn't around?"

Shi Hao shook his head and answered, "No, Master. They have been strangely quiet during the last three days. More importantly, Master. are you really all right? You fought three Demon Lords..."

"Don't worry. My bones are tough. I just need to rest for a few days." Hong Tian said reassuringly.

During these few days, he would familiarize himself with his new body, memories, cultivation base, martial arts, and the system. There are many things to sort out.

Although he is reluctant to resume this new identity, it doesn't mean he doesn't take his life seriously.

For now, he could only accept his fate.

Shi Hao nodded understandingly, "Please rest in peace, Master. Leave the affairs of the sect to this disciple."

After watching Shi Hao leave, Hong Tian walked straight to his residence.