Mortals cultivate immortality, and their IQ is playing with their heartbeats

#336 - Nine-Life Thunder Tribulation

Lee Chengfeng's heart churned like a rapid torrent. He knew that every second counted. If he allowed the Stone of Destiny to run its course, he feared he would miss a golden opportunity and find it difficult to escape.

In this critical moment, a peculiar idea surged into his mind. With a thought, a beautiful young girl appeared before him out of thin air—his spirit beast, Yaoqi.

The young girl had two fluffy tails lightly wrapped around her waist, swaying gracefully with each step, adding a touch of agility and loveliness. Her bright eyes were like deep autumn lake water, clear yet profound, captivating anyone who gazed into them, making it difficult to look away.

"Little Fox greets Master," Yaoqi said with a graceful bow, her voice crisp and melodious, revealing her boundless loyalty and joy towards Lee Chengfeng.

As Lee Chengfeng's contracted demon beast, she had been cultivating in the Life Realm space, which was very comfortable, allowing her to better comprehend the laws, without having to huddle in a small spirit beast pouch, which hindered cultivation and felt oppressive.

Being able to cultivate freely in such a vast Life Realm space, with its abundant spiritual energy, filled her with admiration for Lee Chengfeng, almost to the point of prostration.

Lee Chengfeng pointed to a restriction ahead and asked with a solemn expression, "What good plan do you have to help me pass through this restriction?

I sense that you have made some progress in the laws of space. Can you quickly give me an answer? Time is tight, and danger lurks everywhere."

Upon hearing this, the little fox Yaoqi's expression became focused. She released her divine sense, quickly scanning her surroundings, and after a moment, she replied, "Master, although it is not easy, I can try my best, but I can only carry you across together."

Lee Chengfeng nodded after listening, saying briefly and powerfully, "Okay, I'll do as you say."

The Frog Saint, witnessing this scene, was already stunned. His tongue involuntarily stuck out, and saliva dripped from the corners of his mouth. When had he ever seen such a stunning demon cultivator?

He hurried forward, trying to strike up a conversation, "This fairy is truly stunning. I am the Confucian Frog Saint, a rising star of the sect. May I ask for the fairy's name?

The little fox Yaoqi merely glanced at his sudden advance, realizing that he was just a first-level cultivator with an inflated ego, but the armor on his body was quite dazzling, making her take a second look.

Then she snorted softly, "Noisy!"

Before she finished speaking, she gently flicked her tail, and a gust of wind swept out, directly sending the Frog Saint flying, crashing into the cave wall in a disheveled state.

Although the Frog Saint was badly hurt, he was not angry. Instead, he laughed and muttered, "A beating is a sign of affection, scolding is love, and kicking is the last resort, haha, that was so good! Sister, you…"

Before he could finish speaking, the little fox was already impatient. She swirled her tail again, and a strange spatial force enveloped Lee Chengfeng and her, instantly disappearing before everyone's eyes, leaving the Frog Saint alone, stunned in place, staring at the empty cave, his heart filled with mixed feelings.

Stepping into this small space, it was less of a cave and more of a carefully arranged temporary haven.

On the four walls, intricate magic array patterns intertwined, shimmering with a faint light, constructing an indestructible barrier that even a late-stage Nascent Soul powerhouse would find difficult to penetrate.

Unless—the legendary Transformation God stage old monster personally arrived. However, once external force exceeded the defense limit, the entire cave would activate a self-destruct mechanism, and everything inside would instantly turn to ashes.

The little fox Yaoqi's curiosity was strong, and her tail swayed gently, circling her feet from time to time. Her face was slightly pale due to tension, and a few traces of blood inadvertently seeped from the corner of her mouth as she coughed lightly.

She had just undergone a ritual at the cost of her own blood, drawing power from the Sky-Shaking Myriad Demon Transformation, awakening a rare innate divine power.

Leading Lee Chengfeng through space was undoubtedly a huge burden and challenge for this young creature.

Seeing this, Lee Chengfeng's heart tightened, and he gently patted the little fox's shoulder, saying softly, "It's okay, you can rest assured."

Saying that, he took out a bottle of pills from his bosom, his tone carrying a bit of reluctance, "This is a sacred healing product. I usually can't bear to use it. Take it quickly."

The little fox Yaoqi gratefully accepted the pill, her beautiful eyes shining with tears, and a warm current surged in her heart.

She knew that this master was meticulous towards her, always giving protection and grace at critical moments, never asking for anything in return.

This luck and warmth made her deeply feel that being Lee Chengfeng's partner was a thousand times happier than being his enemy.

Those enemies who had tried to provoke him eventually ended up in a disheveled state, or even with their souls scattered.

Lee Chengfeng looked around, his expression instantly becoming solemn and keen.

In the depths of the cave, a skeleton stood quietly, with only the spine and skull remaining. The limbs and torso had long turned to dust, sleeping here for who knows how many years.

What was surprising was that the spine actually emitted bursts of thunderous power, as if it had transformed into some kind of mysterious existence.

Upon it, nine-colored lightning constantly wandered, its color changing unpredictably, eventually condensing into the outline of a bone, and then quickly dissipating, repeating endlessly, as if performing some ancient and mysterious ritual.

This scene shrouded the entire cave in an indescribable sense of majesty and mystery.

Lee Chengfeng was not in a hurry to act rashly. Even though time was tight, he maintained a rare calmness and caution, carefully examining everything around him.

Here, there was nothing but the weathered skeleton telling the stories of the past.

He speculated that this senior might have been severely injured by a thunder tribulation, unable to escape, and could only confine himself here, ultimately passing away with regret.

Lee Chengfeng walked slowly in the cave, each step seeming unusually heavy.

The little fox Yaoqi, on the other hand, took the precious pill, sat cross-legged, and closed her eyes to adjust her breathing.

The pill melted as soon as it entered her mouth, and a rich medicinal fragrance instantly filled the entire cave.

As the medicinal power penetrated, the little fox Yaoqi's limbs and bones seemed to be wrapped in a warm force, and her injuries were recovering at a speed visible to the naked eye.

She couldn't help but feel even more grateful to Lee Chengfeng, knowing that the value of this pill was extraordinary, probably an extremely rare top-grade Liangshan pill.

Finally, Lee Chengfeng stopped, facing the skeleton, and solemnly performed three bows.

He respectfully said, "Disciple Lee Chengfeng, pays respects to Master. Master's cultivation method awaits a destined person. I am fortunate to have this opportunity, and I will certainly live up to expectations,

So that Master's cultivation method can be inherited and carried forward."

He knew that this was not only respect for his predecessor, but also a promise to his future cultivation path.

As soon as he finished speaking, a figure faintly emerged from the skeleton. Although it was fluttering and almost transparent, one could still feel its former glory.

The figure chuckled, its voice carrying some vicissitudes and helplessness, "The world is unpredictable. I created the 'Nine Lives Thunder Tribulation' technique, intending to use it to undergo heavenly tribulation, temper myself, and achieve supreme martial arts.

Unfortunately, fate is fickle. The last thunder tribulation was too turbulent, completely destroying my physical body, and my bones were shattered.

Only this spine still retains a trace of my will and power."

He paused and continued, "Although my soul is already fragile, I still hope that you can remember, before cultivating the 'Nine Lives Thunder Tribulation,'

You must first temper your soul and body, reaching unprecedented resilience and strength. Only in this way can you survive the future thunder tribulations and obtain unprecedented benefits."

Upon hearing this, Lee Chengfeng hurriedly bowed and said gratefully, "Thank you, Master, for your guidance. This disciple will definitely keep it in mind.

This disciple will definitely cultivate diligently, push the 'Nine Lives Thunder Tribulation' technique to new heights, break the shackles of thunder tribulations, and ascend to immortality.

Master, rest assured, your legend may have faded with the wind, but your cultivation method and spirit will always inspire me to move forward."

The figure seemed quite satisfied with Lee Chengfeng's answer. He laughed a few times, his voice full of boldness and unrestrainedness, "Hahaha, people call me 'Nine Lives Ancestor,'

Back then, I was also a powerful figure, renowned in all directions. Although things are different now, it is my greatest comfort that my cultivation method can be inherited by you.

Take this spine and forge a weapon, let it carry my will and power, and help you sweep across the human, spirit, and immortal realms.

At that time, even if I am in the heavens above, I can rest in peace."