Chapter 3 Awakening

Time slowly passed, and in the blink of an eye, three days and nights had elapsed.

At this moment, the blood-red glow on Xu Nian's body had thickened into a viscous state, enveloping him like a cocoon of blood.

The medicinal soup in the cauldron had also become clear, with all medicinal efficacy from the herbs and beast bones having been completely absorbed.

"Buzz!"

Xu Nian suddenly opened his eyes, emitting two beams of blood-colored light that shot towards the sky. The Heaven and Earth Spiritual Energy instantly formed a vortex with a diameter of tens of meters, frantically rushing towards Xu Nian.

Bai Tianhan, sitting in the courtyard, suddenly looked up, a great joy evident on his face.

He had guarded outside for three days and nights just for this moment.

Without any hesitation, he quickly formed hand seals, enveloping the entire courtyard in a barrier to prevent this terrifying Heaven and Earth Phenomenon from spreading outward.

Otherwise, the fluctuation would definitely alarm the entire Cloud Sea City. In a flash, he appeared inside Xu Nian's room.

Xu Nian was now enveloped by Heaven and Earth Spiritual Energy, which poured into his body like floodwaters breaching a dam.

However, not all of the Spiritual Energy entered his Dantian; most of it flowed along his meridians towards his limbs and bones, vigorously cleansing his entire body.

Every cell in Xu Nian's body, like a starving child, greedily absorbed this Heaven and Earth Spiritual Energy.

As the cells continuously absorbed, the aura emanating from Xu Nian became increasingly formidable.

"Enlightenment pouring down, haha, it's a success!"

Seeing this scene, Bai Tianhan immediately showed a look of ecstasy.

Enlightenment was the final stage of the Divine Demon Bloodline Awakening, which would not only rapidly enhance one's strength but also induce the awakening of innate Divine Demon Bloodline Talent.

Divine Demon Talent was divided into seven levels: Mortal Level, Ghost Level, Demon Level, King Level, Emperor Level, Desolate Level, and Divine Level.

This Divine Demon Talent would determine how far one could go on the path of the Divine Demon.

That year, he had awakened the King Level Divine Demon Talent and was hailed as a once-in-a-millennium genius by the Divine Demon Sect. Now, he was eager to see what kind of talent Xu Nian would awaken.

The strength divisions for Divine Demon Body Cultivation and Spiritual Energy Practitioner were broadly similar, also divided into Basic, Star Level, Silver Moon Level, Xuan Tian Level, Marquis Level, Saint Level, and Emperor Level.

The only difference was each stage had a different name; for Spiritual Energy Practitioners, it was divided from one-star to nine-star, whereas for Divine Demon Body Cultivation, it was from First Rank Nine Level Heaven to Ninth Level Heaven.

Although the divisions were roughly the same, the Divine Demon Body Cultivation of the same realm was absolutely invincible.

For example, once a Divine Demon Body Cultivator reached Basic Ninth Level Heaven, they could absolutely dominate any nine-star Spiritual Energy Practitioner in the Basic stage.

Bai Tianhan stood by, watching Xu Nian enveloped by Spiritual Energy, his eyes filled with expectancy.

Time ticked away, second by second.

One two-hour period... Two two-hour periods...

The longer the time passed, the more excited and shocked Bai Tianhan became.

The longer the time, the stronger the awakened talent would be.

He had initially thought that Xu Nian could last at most for two two-hour periods, but now it was almost three two-hour periods, leaving him utterly astonished.

As time continued to elapse, four two-hour periods quickly passed.

Bai Tianhan was already numb with shock!

However, just as the fourth two-hour period was about to end, faint sounds of thunderous roars began emerging from within Xu Nian.

"Listening to this momentum... could it be the Desolate Level Bloodline Talent?"

Bai Tianhan was shocked, his eyes wide as he stared intently at Xu Nian.

One should know that back when the Sect was still around, the strongest during Bloodline Awakening was only at Emperor Level Bloodline, and even the Divine Demon Emperor from ten thousand years ago had only just stepped into the Desolate Level.

Legend had it that only those with a Desolate Level Bloodline Talent could eventually become a Supreme Emperor.

Could it be that Xu Nian was the legendary Desolate Level Divine Demon Bloodline Talent, seen only once in ten thousand years?

Did that mean there was a chance he could surpass the Divine Demon Emperor?

Bai Tianhan dared not think further, and at this moment, he was beyond expressing his emotions through words.

"Boom!"

The thundering roar inside Xu Nian became clearer.

The giant cauldron bearing Xu Nian burst apart suddenly, with nine Giant Dragon Illusions swirling around him.

Nine Dragons surrounding, radiance soaring to the sky.

The entire courtyard was enveloped by this terrifying radiance, emanating a mighty Divine Demon presence.

"This...how is this possible?"

"Nine Dragons coiling, a Supreme emerges—could this be the legendary Divine Level Talent Bloodline, the Nine Dragon Supreme Divine Body?"

Bai Tianhan could hardly believe his eyes, his heart racing uncontrollably, rubbing his eyes several times to confirm that everything he observed was real.

Supreme Divine Body, venerable among the lineage of Divine Demon with a Divine Demon Talent Bloodline that stands above all. And the Nine Dragon Supreme Divine Body represents the ultimate pinnacle among the Supreme Divine Bodies.

Nine Dragon veins lay dominant within the body, that once awakened, would render the individual invincible across the world.

Bai Tianhan originally thought that Xu Nian's Bloodline Talent could reach Emperor Level at best, but now he didn't expect it to be the legendary Divine-level.

"Haha, I am actually the master of a person with a Divine-level Bloodline! The Divine Demon Sect is truly blessed by the heavens. All those who once spilled the blood of my Divine Demon Sect, just wait. One day, you will pay the price for your deeds, just wait and tremble! Haha!" Bai Tianhan burst into laughter, extremely excited, and tears actually flowed down his face.

Xu Nian opened his eyes and was startled to see his master's face covered in tears.

"Master, are you alright?" Xu Nian asked in astonishment.

"It's nothing, just some sand got in my eyes," Bai Tianhan seemed to realize his own outburst and hurriedly covered it up.

Xu Nian's head filled with question marks—this was inside the room, not outside, and besides, for a Xuantian Level powerhouse, how could sand easily get into his eyes.

"Alright, my dear disciple, you go take a bath first and feel the strength you possess now. I'll pass on the sect's Holy Scripture, the Ancient Demon Technique, to you later."

Bai Tianhan dropped these words and then swiftly scurried away.

Watching Bai Tianhan's retreating figure, Xu Nian found it even more amusing; his master did not seem as cold as he appeared on the surface.

Immediately, Xu Nian's gaze fell upon his own body.

What immense strength! This power doesn't seem to come from the Dantian but from the body itself.

Xu Nian's eyes sparkled. Ever since he had awoken, he felt an endless power filling his body.

And the Spiritual Energy in his Dantian hadn't increased; it was still at the Four-star Warrior Realm, only more condensed than before and not a major breakthrough, so he could affirm that this power originated from his body.

"Could this be the Divine Demon Body Cultivation that master spoke of? Indeed, it's powerful, it feels like it must be at the Basic Ninth Level Heaven."

With that, his body flashed, transforming into a breeze and darting outside.

Such incredible speed!

At this moment, the speed exhibited by Xu Nian was no longer below that of a Basic Peak warrior and even comparable to some of the One-star Level warriors.

"Now, below the Star Level, I guess there's barely anyone who can be my match. Even if I encounter a One-star Warrior, I also have the power to fight," Xu Nian grasped his fists and excitedly muttered to himself.

"Haha, I've become even stronger!"

Xu Nian looked at his perfect body, the streamlined muscles each containing immense energy. This exhilarating feeling was utterly unprecedented; he couldn't help but shout out loud.

"Hey, my good disciple, can you put on your clothes before you come out!"

Just then, Bai Tianhan's teasing voice reached Xu Nian's ears.

Xu Nian then realized his condition—he was completely naked.

"Damn, streaking!"

Xu Nian hurriedly sped up his legs and quickly dashed back inside.

Bai Tianhan watched Xu Nian's comical figure and laughed heartily, thinking he finally got one over him.

Over the next three days, Xu Nian also cultivated the Ancient Demon Technique and learned some facts about Divine Demon Body Cultivation.

It turned out that since the extermination of the Divine Demon Sect a thousand years ago, Divine Demon Body Cultivation had completely vanished from the Taiyuan Continent, his master being the only successor left now.

As for the Body Cultivations circulating in the Taiyuan Continent now, they are all derived from Divine Demon Body Cultivation, far less powerful than the orthodox Divine Demon Body Cultivation.

Of course, the most important thing was the awakening of Xu Nian's Nine Dragon Supreme Divine Body. Bai Tianhan mentioned it no less than thirty times, instructing Xu Nian never to reveal his Divine Demon Cultivation unless absolutely necessary.

Although very few people knew about Divine Demon Bloodline Talents, once someone discovered his terrifying talent, it could easily lead to deadly complications.

After explaining all these matters to Xu Nian, Bai Tianhan hurriedly left. Before leaving, he instructed Xu Nian to join the Qinglin Academy, officially to cultivate Spiritual Energy and secretly to cultivate Divine Demon Body Cultivation.

"Master, rest assured, I will diligently cultivate to glorify our Divine Demon Sect."

As Xu Nian watched his master's departing figure, he silently bowed, silently swearing in his heart.

Although he often joked with Bai Tianhan these days, Xu Nian never forgot the great kindness Bai Tianhan had shown in reforming him.

If it wasn't for Bai Tianhan, he might still be lying like a lump of mud among the beggars, living a fate worse than death.

Over the past month, he had deeply felt Bai Tianhan's meticulous care, a kind of love that, except for his mother, he had never experienced from anyone else.

Thus, in Xu Nian's heart, Bai Tianhan was no longer just a master, but the second most important person in his life after his mother.

"From today onward, I will make the entire continent remember this name, Xu Nian."

Xu Nian stood arrogantly on the rooftop, the chilly autumn wind continuously blowing, yet he remained unmoved like a mountain.

Now, he was no longer the same person as he was a month ago.

The current Xu Nian had been reborn.

He would make those who had once hurt him pay one by one.

"Qinglin Academy, it seems Qin Hen is also there; I wonder what your expression will be when you see me again?" Xu Nian watched the cloud rosy sky, the cold smile on his lips growing more distinct.

His heart brimmed with anticipation for tomorrow's Qinglin Academy elections.