Chapter 251: Chapter 251: Lending a Hand

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    Xiao Yan did not immediately return to the Inner Academy but began to cultivate on the spot.

    On his shoulder, Mao Wu sat with its legs crossed in a similar manner.

    A high-grade tier 6 medicinal pill had just been refined here, and Xiao Yan, who had received nine years of compulsory education in his previous life, knew that molecules were always in motion.

    The blue pillar of light that had soared into the sky was composed of medicinal mist, and the rich medicinal fragrance that assailed one''s nostrils was actually a form of energy dispersed from the pill. He began circulating the Flame Mantra to absorb the medicinal mist lingering in the air, adhering to the principle of not letting anything go to waste.

    This could still be considered a form of pure energy.

    Mao Wu usually grew by pitifully consuming these ''leftovers.''

    Xiao Yan continued cultivating until the sun set and night fell. Only then did he slowly open his eyes, a hint of flame flashing through them as he exhaled gently.

    ''My Spiritual Strength is stuck at the peak of Tier 6...''

    Xiao Yan''s Spiritual Strength had been at tier 6 for some time now, and he had even consumed a tier 6 medicinal pill to enhance it. However, even with the Spirit Heart Gathering Soul Technique to cultivate his Spiritual Strength, he remained stuck at tier 6.

    ''After all, this is merely a High Xuan Class Soul Training Method. Although cultivating it to perfection gives me a chance to break through to the Soul State, it''s somewhat difficult for a High Xuan Class Soul Training Method to advance Spiritual Strength from tier 6 to tier 7.''

    Xiao Yan was well aware of the importance of cultivation methods. A High Xuan Class method would start to become insufficient once one reached the Dou Emperor realm, so it was understandable that advancing Spiritual Strength beyond tier 7 would become even more difficult.

    His Spiritual Strength had previously soared like a rocket, mainly because his level was still low. A High Xuan Class Soul Training Method could easily increase Spiritual Strength at that stage, and his innate Spiritual Strength was already powerful to begin with, which made his progress even faster.

    But after reaching the peak of tier 6, the Spirit Heart Gathering Soul Technique was starting to feel somewhat inadequate. Xiao Yan had initially chosen it chiefly because cultivating it to perfection would give him a chance to break through to the Soul State, allowing his soul to transform from mortal to spiritual.

    The more soul energy he gathered, the greater his chances of breaking through to the Soul State when he reached the peak of tier 7.

    Xiao Yan slowly stood up. He was not anxious, because enhancing Spiritual Strength was like improving his cultivation; one didn''t necessarily have to rely solely on cultivation methods but could also use medicinal pills and natural treasures.

    Otherwise, wouldn''t alchemists who did not cultivate Soul Training Methods be unable to enhance their Spiritual Strength for their entire lives?

    Meow~~~

    "It''s time to head back!" Xiao Yan stretched lazily and prepared to depart.

    Not all cultivation methods could evolve like the Flame Mantra. Seeking stronger methods was something every cultivator often pondered.

    Just as Xiao Yan was about to spread his Eagle Wings and leave, an ear-splitting roar from a beast suddenly rang out like thunder from the distant mountains.

    ''What a powerful roar. Just from the sound alone, it must be at least a Dou King level magical beast!'' Xiao Yan was startled by the sudden roar. He quickly looked toward the distant mountains and exclaimed.

    A look of curiosity flashed across his face. Feeling somewhat refreshed after having just refined the pill, he smiled and said, "Shall we go take a look?"

    Meow!! Mao Wu raised its head and called out.

    Xiao Yan smiled upon hearing this. Wings shot out from his back and, with a slight flap, his figure soared into the air, then streaked toward the source of the beast roar.

    When he reached the outskirts of a small valley, he discovered a white, giant ape standing upright, its sturdy body towering about nine to twelve meters tall. The ape''s entire form exuded a sharp, cold aura; its arms were quite long, and its claws were as large as two human heads. Occasionally, when it waved its claws, several blasts of powerful wind shot out.

    The giant beast''s pair of blood-red eyes brimmed with frenzy and killing intent as it glared fiercely at the six human figures surrounding it.

    ''Hmm? This is a Snow Demon Sky Ape. Judging from its aura, it''s at least a 3-star Dou King,'' Xiao Yan thought in surprise when he first caught sight of the giant ape at the valley entrance.

    ''How interesting. Those six fellows are truly bold and reckless.''

    "Although the berserk bloodline can push one''s physical strength to the limit, it also causes a loss of rationality. Everyone, I''ll hold it off for a while. Whether we can successfully obtain the Core Quenching Body Milk will depend on your efforts!" Xiao Yan took a step forward and

    spoke using

    communication.

    The six individuals exchanged glances and silently nodded. They had originally presumed

    they would return empty-handed, but unexpectedly, Xiao Yan had appeared at the last

    moment.

    "Roar!" The Snow Demon Sky Ape beat its chest with resounding thumps. Its entire body erupted with blood energy as it immediately locked onto Xiao Yan, who had disrupted its

    plans.

    It transformed into a red shadow and charged forward at extreme speed, intending to smash Xiao Yan into pulp with a single punch.

    In an instant, the Ten Thousand Beast Flame erupted within Xiao Yan''s body, activating and strengthening the dragon aura inside him. Taking a deep breath, he let out an ear-splitting dragon roar toward the charging Snow Demon Sky Ape.

    "ROOOAR!!!"

    Boom! Boom! Boom!

    The terrifying dragon roar blasted toward the Snow Demon Sky Ape like a shockwave.

    The Ancient Dragon Roar already containing dragon aura and further amplified by the Ten Thousand Beast Flame sounded exactly like the furious cry of a real Ancient Void Dragon. The crimson-eyed Snow Demon Sky Ape, which had lost its rationality, actually showed a hint

    of terror in its eyes and covered its ears in pain.

    "Blue Cyclone Massacre-Twister!" "Ice Mountain Crash!"

    The other six saw that Xiao Yan''s roar had halted the berserk Snow Demon Sky Ape and knew

    they could not miss this opportunity. They exhausted all their Dou Qi to unleash their

    strongest Dou Techniques.

    They were all top-ranking experts in the Inner Academy and had received abundant resources.

    Lin Xiuya''s Dou Technique even vaguely displayed Di Class power.

    "Octane Blast!" Xiao Yan took a step forward and struck the Snow Demon Sky Ape''s heart with a powerful

    punch that directly sealed the victory!

    Even Lin Xiuya, who had reached the half-step Dou King stage, could not help but cheer when

    he saw the giant ape fall.

    "Excellent!"

    "You little fellow are truly formidable. No wonder you can lead the entire Medicine Gang."

    All the experts on the Strong Ranking sized up Xiao Yan. They had not expected that in just half a year, his cultivation would reach such a level. It seemed that the Strong Ranking Grand Competition a month later would now feature another formidable competitor.

    Han Yue sighed softly, her beautiful eyes fixed on Xiao Yan. "Half a year ago, you were still a freshman. I didn''t expect that your strength would surpass even mine now."

    She remembered that, half a year ago, Xiao Yan didn''t even know how to descend the Blazing Sky Qi Refining Tower. Now, his strength had undoubtedly surpassed hers.

    Han Yue advanced one star every half year with the help of the Blazing Sky Qi Refining Tower, while Xiao Yan not only possessed astonishing alchemy skills but had also increased his cultivation from a 3-star Dou Spirit to a 7-star Dou Spirit. This was four times faster than her!

    Facing this renowned beauty of the Inner Academy, Xiao Yan merely smiled faintly. "Let''s not say more. It''s time to reap the rewards."