Chapter 397: Refining a Half-Saint

Chapter 397: Refining a Half-Saint

The Third Elder frowned as he looked at Xiao Ze, hidden under a cloak, feeling uncertain. He was surprised to find that he couldn't see through Xiao Ze's concealment. Given his powerful soul perception, it should have been very difficult for a Dou Zun to evade his detection. But the enemy before him had somehow managed to block his perception.

Xiao Ze observed the yellowish energy surrounding the Nine Nether Earth Python clan's expert, deep in thought. This extremely cold and sinister energy, capable of suppressing the violent lightning, must be the Nine Nether Yellow Springs mentioned in the original story. The cold energy of the Nine Nether Yellow Springs was incredibly potent, even challenging for a Dou Sheng to withstand. Xiao Yan had only been able to delve into it by relying on the fused power of his different flames!

The Yellow Springs Blood Crystals formed in the Nine Nether Yellow Springs were even one of the main ingredients for the Nine Yin Yellow Springs Pill, which had beneficial effects on the Purifying Lotus Demon Flame. This piqued Xiao Ze's interest because the Purifying Lotus Demon Flame was one of the top three ranked flames, known as the king of fires.

Xiao Ze gathered an immense amount of lightning power in his hand, but this time it contained a trace of golden energy. The Primal Emperor Flame, as a fire attached to the Primal Tree, could merge with all of Xiao Ze's abilities. Even his lightning power could be infused with the might of the Primal Emperor Flame.

"Go!" Xiao Ze commanded.

The violent lightning transformed into thousands of lightning snakes, fiercely rushing toward the Third Elder.

"Hmph, such insignificant tricks. The power of the Nine Nether Yellow Springs cannot be resisted by mere lightning!" The Third Elder sneered, sending out deep yellow energy like waves. The energy moved like the Yellow Springs, and where it passed, deep yellow ice crystals appeared in the void. This was the manifestation of the extremely cold and sinister energy leaking out!

Lightning, inherently violent and representing heat, was now mixed with the Primal Emperor Flame's power, making it capable of contending with the Nine Nether Yellow Springs' energy. The two opposing energies clashed, creating a massive storm in the void, with energy waves sweeping across dozens of miles.

"Hmm?" The Third Elder was taken aback. His expected overwhelming victory did not happen; instead, it was a stalemate. This deepened his unease. As a high-level Half-Saint, he was far stronger than Xiao Ze, but they ended up evenly matched. Forcing down his unease, the Third Elder rapidly formed seals with his hands, gathering thick yellowish light that seemed to freeze even the soul at a glance.

"Nine Nether Cold Yin Palm!" A massive yellowish hand, dozens of feet wide, struck toward Xiao Ze with terrifying power, carrying the rolling yellowish energy like the aura of death.

Facing this powerful attack, Xiao Ze didn't take it lightly. He extended his right hand, a flash of dark golden light, quickly consuming his Dou Qi, and a black ring formed on his hand.

"Great Heaven Creation Palm!" The black ring spread rapidly like lightning, colliding with the terrifying yellow hand. The two techniques clashed in the void, creating powerful space currents. Even a Dou Zun caught in this would likely meet a dire end.

Crack! A cracking sound came from the yellowish hand, causing the Third Elder's face to darken.

"You actually know a Heaven-tier technique!?" the Third Elder exclaimed in shock. However, his combat experience was extensive. Seeing that his Nine Nether Cold Yin Palm couldn't resist the strange black ring, he quickly unleashed several powerful techniques, even at the cost of significant Dou Qi. Heaven-tier techniques' power was not to be underestimated.

After several powerful techniques, he finally managed to counter the strange black ring, causing it to shatter. The resulting energy waves swept between them. Xiao Ze, satisfied with the Great Heaven Creation Palm's power, nodded inwardly. At least it forced the high-level Half-Saint to use several techniques to counter it.

Seeing the elder's pale face and significant Dou Qi depletion, Xiao Ze smiled. "Since I've tested the Great Heaven Creation Palm, it's time to finish this quickly," Xiao Ze thought. He dashed through the energy storm, charging toward the elder.

Besides testing the Great Heaven Creation Palm, Xiao Ze had another reason for staying. He was curious about the potential benefits of using the Triple-Flowered Green Snake Eyes to absorb a Half-Saint's Dou Qi.

With this thought, Xiao Ze crossed the energy storm, heading straight for the elder. The Third Elder, seeing Xiao Ze approaching, was momentarily stunned but then smiled cruelly. He didn't expect Xiao Ze to be foolish enough to engage in close combat, abandoning the advantage of his Heaven-tier technique.

As a member of the Nine Nether Earth Python clan, the elder's physical body was incredibly strong, even with the bloodline diluted over the centuries. The idea of close combat delighted him, confident in his physical superiority.

The Third Elder's figure flickered, rushing toward Xiao Ze, his body glowing yellow. Besides his physical advantage, the extremely cold energy was not something ordinary fighters could withstand. With immense confidence, he gathered radiant light in his fist and struck toward Xiao Ze.

As the Third Elder approached, Xiao Ze raised an eyebrow, understanding his mindset. He planned to exploit the elder's underestimation for a swift victory. As they neared, Xiao Ze sensed the extremely cold Nine Nether Yellow Springs energy. He willed golden flames to cover his body, blocking the Yellow Springs' energy.

With golden flames on his hand, Xiao Ze met the elder's fist with his own. "Ignorant human, let me show you the might of a magical beast's body!" the Third Elder boasted.

"Heh, I'm looking forward to it," Xiao Ze replied with a light laugh.

Upon contact, Xiao Ze's overwhelming power made the elder's arm crack like firecrackers, shocking the elder. "How is this possible!?" The elder's face twisted in disbelief.

Taking advantage of his success, Xiao Ze didn't let up, repeatedly punching with enough force to shatter mountains and land. The elder spat blood, his aura weakening rapidly. With a flash of green and gold in his eyes, Xiao Ze saw a golden flower appear in the elder's eyes. In his weakened state, Xiao Ze quickly controlled him with the Triple-Flowered Green Snake Eyes!

"Refine!" Xiao Ze commanded. Feeling the immense Dou Qi from the technique, Xiao Ze smiled in satisfaction.