Chapter 8: *Chapter 8: Four Years Old, Fighter!*
The surrounding air gently fluctuated as waves of energy distinctly different from the worldly energy flowed into the space between his brows. His soul power, operating according to the "Zifu Tianyan Technique," transformed into a pure white vortex.
This unique energy was crushed and refined before it finally integrated into his soul after transforming into strands of soul power.
"With this 'Zifu Tianyan Technique,' my soul power can now begin to improve!"
Feeling the sense of fullness coming from the center of his brows, a look of admiration appeared on Xiao Yan's small face.
The reason Xiao Yan could start cultivating at the age of four and condense his Dou Qi Cyclone by eleven was due to his extraordinary soul power.
Now, with his strong soul power enhanced further, his speed in cultivating Dou Qi would also increase.
Yao Lao, who resided within the Bone Flame Ring, keenly sensed this energy he hadn't felt in years. After a moment, he murmured, "This is... spiritual energy!"
The so-called spiritual energy is a form of energy within heaven and earth that can nourish and strengthen one's soul power.
In ancient times, all alchemists practiced soul cultivation techniques to absorb spiritual energy and enhance their soul power.
However, as time passed, only a few ancient factions in today's Dou Qi continent still retained such techniques.
"Could it be that this little fellow Xiao Yan's mysterious physique is strengthening as time goes on?"
Only now did Yao Lao feel he truly understood the term "genius."
Genius isn't simply displaying an uncommon talent at a young age, but possessing an extraordinary cultivation physique from birth.
A genius like Xiao Yan, who began cultivating from his mother's womb, is destined for greatness in the future!
Meanwhile, Xiao Lin was explaining his last wishes to the Xiao family members before retreating into seclusion.
Having walked through the gates of hell, Xiao Lin now realized that the strength of the Xiao family was no longer solely his responsibility.
Instead of continuing to fight on the front lines, it was better to protect the family and provide ample time for his talented grandson Xiao Yan to grow.
By that time, the entire Jia Ma Empire would tremble.
From that day onward, Xiao Zhan officially became the head of the Xiao family, while Xiao Lin went into seclusion. He would not appear unless the family faced a life-or-death crisis.
Although Xiao Lin entered the Xiao residence with severe injuries and did not die, as time passed, people began to believe that he had succumbed to his wounds.
Not publicizing his death was a strategy to deter the Xiao family's enemies.
Even the few members of the Xiao family privy to the truth would sigh regretfully when outsiders brought up the topic, which only further convinced everyone that Xiao Lin had indeed fallen.
Time quietly slipped through their fingers, and another year unknowingly passed.
As night fell, moonlight filtered through the ancient window into Xiao Yan's room.
The room's layout was clearly visible, almost as if it were daytime. A moonstone placed at the bedside emitted a soft glow, illuminating every corner.
Unlike usual, Xiao Yan did not retire to bed early but sat cross-legged, cultivating.
The reason was simple: after another year, Xiao Yan had finally accumulated enough Dou Qi to start condensing his Dou Qi Cyclone.
Inside the Bone Flame Ring, Yao Lao was readying himself, eager for this day since Xiao Yan's birth.
"Little guy, this old man's soul power is gravely damaged, and I can only alleviate my wounds using your gentle Dou Qi."
"Don't worry, this old man will not shortchange you. Once I recover, I, the number one alchemist on this Dou Qi continent, will teach you everything I know. Not only that, but I will also gift some earth-tier techniques and Dou Skills to your grandfather to accelerate his cultivation."
"With your cultivation speed, it won't take more than a few years for me to restore my soul power to its peak."
Yao Lao silently made a mental note, having already decided on the terms of the exchange.
Taking a deep breath, Xiao Yan banished distracting thoughts, even though he knew that Yao Lao in the ring would absorb some of his Dou Qi at this moment. He quickly formed the breakthrough hand seal with both hands.
His breathing gradually steadied, and the faint Dou Qi within his body began to move in accordance with his will.
In the spacious room, the previously calm air suddenly surged violently. Wisps of faint white Dou Qi emerged from the air, continuously penetrating into Xiao Yan's body.
Benefiting from nearly a year of cultivating the "Zifu Tianyan Technique," Xiao Yan's soul power had surged once again, followed by an improvement in his cultivation talent. His speed in absorbing the world's energy had now increased by 50%.
The endless flow of energy from heaven and earth was refined into pure Dou Qi, continuously pouring into Xiao Yan's meridians.
Under Xiao Yan's rapid refining, it wasn't long before Dou Qi filled every part of his meridians.
The collision of Dou Qi caused Xiao Yan's meridians to twitch slightly, and the intense pain made the corner of his mouth twitch.
Taking a deep breath, Xiao Yan's hand seal suddenly changed. His thumbs and middle fingers touched each other, while his ten fingers formed a mysterious seal.
As Xiao Yan changed the seal, the surging Dou Qi in his body felt a powerful suction force and rushed toward his lower abdomen.
The faint white Dou Qi in every part of his meridians contracted simultaneously.
As all the Dou Qi gathered in the lower abdomen, it began to turn milky white.
Xiao Yan concentrated his mind, using his formidable soul power to maintain absolute control over the Dou Qi, furiously compressing and condensing the Dou Qi Cyclone.
In his lower abdomen, the milky white Dou Qi started to rebel violently under compression.
However, with Xiao Yan having spent a year cultivating his soul power, the Dou Qi's resistance was akin to an ant trying to stop a chariot.
After an initial burst of resistance, it was completely suppressed.
Even Yao Lao was amazed at Xiao Yan's soul power.
Xiao Yan was only four years old, yet if he grew further, who knew what heights he could achieve!
"Bang!"
With the continuous suppression, muffled noises echoed within Xiao Yan's body.
Focusing on the spot in his lower abdomen, a palm-sized milky white vortex was slowly rotating. Surrounding the vortex was a nebula-like layer of milky white energy.
"Inner Vision" is a support skill that can only be mastered at the Dou Practitioner level. The stronger one becomes, the clearer their perception of their body.
Fixating his mind on this small vortex, Xiao Yan nodded in satisfaction.
Though the vortex was small, the energy contained within it was ten times stronger than the ninth-stage Dou Qi he had before!
The difference between a Dou Practitioner and a ninth-stage Dou Qi cultivator was like the difference between heaven and earth, fundamentally incomparable.
Xiao Yan slowly exhaled a breath of turbid air, swiftly recalling his past experiences in his mind.
This opportunity for enlightenment after a breakthrough was precious.
[You have broken through to become a Dou Practitioner. With years of experience practicing the 'Dou Qi Breathing Technique,' you have attained enlightenment and comprehended the 'Dou Qi Foundation Building Technique!']
*(End of Chapter)*
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