novelapdf #410 - Decaying Dusk
#410 - Decaying Dusk
Li Chengfeng no longer hesitated. With another thought, a mysterious brush containing the power of the Heavenly Dao—the Heavenly Dao Brush—appeared in his hand.
He sat down cross-legged and gently waved his hands. Two ancient sword furnaces hummed and steadily landed in front of him.
The Old Devil, with his mind connected to Li Chengfeng's, needed no words. The two quickly entered a state of focus, preparing to begin this grand sword-refining event.
At this moment, Little Vermilion Bird also flapped its wings and flew high, landing on Li Chengfeng's shoulder. It greedily absorbed the surrounding fire spiritual energy, which seemed to be drawn by some force, continuously pouring into its body.
Little Vermilion Bird looked at Li Chengfeng with eyes full of attachment and closeness. It felt like it had found belonging by his side, experiencing unprecedented safety and warmth, becoming even more docile and well-behaved.
Li Chengfeng moved, and the Heavenly Dao Brush in his hand soared like a dragon leaping from the abyss, instantly weaving a complex and mysterious network of runes in the void. Each stroke contained the principles of heaven and earth, transforming into streams of light and color, silently merging into the surrounding void.
This was not only the ultimate display of concealment techniques but also the construction of an indestructible defensive barrier, making this place seem to evaporate from the world, leaving only endless depths and tranquility.
Then, with a casual wave of his sleeve, countless subtle and powerful shockwaves silently infiltrated the surrounding rolling magma.
Like the deepest breath of nature, it instantly activated the ancient power sleeping in the magma, using this primal vitality to firmly seal this place.
This self-sealing method was created by Li Chengfeng in a flash of inspiration, borrowing the power of heaven and earth. Its effectiveness was astonishing.
After completing all of this, Li Chengfeng's mind finally returned to peace, turning his attention to refining the magic sword that would soon become his weapon.
Having experienced the previous trial, his skill in refining flying swords had reached perfection, displaying composure and ease in every movement.
He took out a Voidfire Insect egg from his sleeve. Although the egg still retained its previous appearance, faint traces of Li Chengfeng's natal blood essence could be seen on its surface, leaving a unique mark. The power of Voidfire intertwined with a faint dragon's might, foreshadowing its extraordinary destiny.
The Heavenly Dao Brush in Li Chengfeng's hand was like a living thing. As he thought, the brush moved like a dragon and snake, slashing through the void. Exquisite and unparalleled restriction formations leaped onto it, without the slightest stagnation or deviation.
As the formations were embedded one by one, the Voidfire Insect egg began to emit bursts of painful yet excited hisses, as if undergoing a baptism before transformation.
Finally, Li Chengfeng gently handed this Voidfire Insect egg, containing infinite possibilities, to the Old Devil beside him. The Old Devil's Nascent Soul stage remnant soul was now completely integrated into the embrace of this magma, reaching an unprecedented height of understanding of flames.
He nodded slightly, and with a thought, the entire magma lake suddenly boiled. A scorching pillar of fire soared into the sky, accurately tempering the Voidfire Insect.
Seeing this, Li Chengfeng waved his arm again, and the Nine Profound Battle Iron appeared beside him out of thin air. Little Artifact Spirit poked its head out, its eyes sparkling with curiosity and excitement. "Master, what are your orders?"
Its voice was clear and melodious.
Li Chengfeng smiled slightly and said, "Split off two small pieces of Nine Profound Battle Iron. I want to refine flying swords."
Hearing this, Little Artifact Spirit happily agreed and instantly separated two fist-sized pieces of Nine Profound Battle Iron from the main body. Its texture was hard, and its luster flowed, clearly a rare divine material.
Li Chengfeng did not hesitate, enveloping the battle iron with spiritual power and began to carefully carve magic arrays on it.
With each stroke, the battle iron gradually deformed, eventually turning into a delicate prototype of a flying sword.
Little Artifact Spirit watched quietly from the side, its eyes full of admiration and envy for Li Chengfeng's skills.
This refining process was not only a test of Li Chengfeng's skills but also a testament to his deep communication with heaven, earth, and fire.
As complex and intricate magic runes were accurately hammered in, the sword embryo, under the double roasting of magma and fire, gradually integrated into those special formations containing the mysteries of heaven and earth.
The Old Devil silently assisted from the side, each of his movements appearing so steady and powerful, as if he had an inextricable connection with this land of fire.
Little Vermilion Bird was not to be outdone, occasionally spitting out a mouthful of scorching bright fire, adding a touch of mystery and enthusiasm to the refining process.
Soon, the sword embryo had taken shape. Li Chengfeng gently reached out, and the Voidfire Insect, which had undergone countless hammerings, finally announced its successful refinement.
With a crisp "crack," the Voidfire Insect's shell suddenly cracked open, and what burst out from within was a terrifying fire insect with dragon-like features, its power heart-palpitating.
Li Chengfeng once again concentrated his mind and cast a delicate spell. With a buzz, the fire insect merged perfectly with the sword embryo, and then he casually threw it into the sword furnace beside him.
Immediately afterward, Li Chengfeng unhesitatingly cast tens of thousands of spells and restrictions. These runes fell on the sword furnace as densely as raindrops, each one stirring up a buzzing sound.
The sword furnace then bloomed with dazzling light, and the treasure sword gradually shone brightly. The light became brighter and brighter, eventually shaking violently.
Seeing this, Li Chengfeng finally let out a long breath, his eyes flashing with unprecedented brightness and satisfaction. Clearly, this sword-refining journey had benefited him greatly.
To restore his physical and spiritual strength, Li Chengfeng took out pills and generously distributed them to the Fire Devil and Little Vermilion Bird. He also took one himself and began to close his eyes to rest and recover his tired body.
Time passed quietly. After two days and three nights, Li Chengfeng's spirit and physical strength had been restored to their original state, and Little Vermilion Bird and the Fire Devil had also regained their vitality.
At this time, Li Chengfeng once again took out the mysterious stone that exuded a strong power of decay.
He knew the danger and difficulty in controlling this power, so he dared not delay or hesitate in the slightest.
He saw the Heavenly Dao Brush in his hand flying again, and complex and strange restrictions were quickly and accurately embedded into the stone.
These restrictions were like winding vines, or like sharp serrated teeth, as fast as lightning, dazzling the eyes.
The number of formations used to process this stone alone was dozens of times that of other items.
Li Chengfeng knew the horror of this power of aging. A careless mistake could cause him to rapidly decay, age, and even die.
However, it was this danger and challenge that stimulated the desire for exploration and the spirit of inquiry deep within his heart.
In the process of refining, Li Chengfeng gradually understood the essence and mystery of this power of aging.
He realized that although this power was different from the power of Zhan Shuyuan, both were special powers targeting life.
The power of aging was even more inextricably linked to time and the passage of years.
Whenever he thought of this, Li Chengfeng's eyes would become unusually bright and deep, as if he could see through the mysteries of time and the true meaning of life.
Finally, when Li Chengfeng successfully integrated this power of aging into the magic array restriction, his eyes had become as dazzling as gems.
This was the first time in his life that he had so clearly felt his special perception and understanding of time and life.
He knew that this understanding did not come easily, and he was even more determined to continue exploring the unknown.