Upon hearing Elder Yao's words, Lin Yan's expression became somewhat serious. He nodded at Elder Yao, then sat cross-legged and swallowed several pills directly, closing his eyes.
"Well, I'll begin."
Lin Yan replied to Elder Yao.
Afterward, Lin Yan started manipulating the cyclone within his body, spinning it rapidly. The speed of the cyclone continued to increase, until it resembled a small tornado. The purple flames within the cyclone were also flung out as the cyclone spun faster.
Lin Yan activated his Incineration Technique, and in an instant, surging pale yellow elemental energy rushed like tidal waves, suppressing the purple flames. The purple flames began to feel the crisis, resisting using their own energy. However, Lin Yan persisted in harnessing his elemental energy, continuously suppressing the flames.
The process of refining the purple flames lasted for about half a day.
After half a day, as the flames grew weaker, the color of Lin Yan's internal elemental energy gradually shifted from yellow to purple.
Finally, Lin Yan opened his eyes. Excitement couldn't help but show in his gaze.
"Is it successful?"
Seeing this, Elder Yao quickly approached and asked Lin Yan.
"It's successful!"
Lin Yan nodded at Elder Yao.
He once again circulated the elemental energy within his body and found that the flow of elemental energy was faster than before.
"Indeed, the Incineration Technique has successfully broken through."
"The speed of this circulation should be at the intermediate level of the Yellow Stage."
Elder Yao nodded in agreement, commenting on the speed of Lin Yan's Incineration Technique.
Then he asked, "What about the purple flames? Can you control them?"
Lin Yan nodded in response to Elder Yao's question, then opened his palm. A more powerful purple flame than before appeared in his hand.
It was evident that after being absorbed by the Incineration Technique, the purple flames had integrated with it. This meant that from now on, Lin Yan could freely separate the purple flames from the Incineration Technique, similar to how Xiao Yan could extract various types of different fires from his own technique.
"Congratulations, young friend. Through this absorption of the purple flames, you've not only gained an additional flame as a weapon but also elevated your cultivation technique by a level. Truly a cause for celebration."
Elder Yao grinned at Lin Yan.
"It's mostly thanks to your support, Senior Elder Yao."
Lin Yan smiled in response.
He then took out the recently acquired "Purple Cloud Wings" from the system, saying, "However, my practice isn't over yet. I've just obtained this item from the system. I can use it for training."
Elder Yao, a bit puzzled, looked at the description of the Purple Cloud Wings. After a quick scan, he looked back at Lin Yan in surprise.
"It's actually an Advanced Profound Stage flight technique?"
"Such things are quite rare."
"After all, in our realm, one can hardly fly before becoming a Dou King."
"But with a flight technique, one gains the ability to fly earlier. And after becoming a Dou King, combining Dou Qi Wings with a flight technique allows for an even more terrifying burst of speed."
With a smile, Elder Yao continued, "Congratulations on your luck, young friend. Such rare items are truly hard to come by. I never expected you'd acquire one!"
Lin Yan smiled but didn't say much. After all, since it came from the system, it wouldn't be ordinary. Moreover, he was aware that if he continued to complete system tasks, more impressive items would likely come his way.
He didn't seem too surprised, as he knew there would be even greater treasures from the system in the future. He started practicing with the Purple Cloud Wings.
However, mastering the Purple Cloud Wings wasn't easy either, considering it was an Advanced Profound Stage technique, similar to the Eight Extremes Collapse he had learned before.
Learning the Eight Extremes Collapse had already consumed a lot of his energy. Although his strength had improved significantly, mastering another Advanced Profound Stage technique wasn't straightforward.
During the following period, Lin Yan devoted himself to practicing the technique.
After over a month, one morning, he finally reached a point where he could use the Purple Cloud Wings to a certain degree. He activated his elemental energy and floated in mid-air.
"The Purple Cloud Wings are mastered as well."
Lin Yan retracted his wings, somewhat satisfied.
"Your methods are becoming more diverse."
"It's not just the Purple Flames and Eight Extremes Collapse for combat; now you have the Purple Cloud Wings for flight. If you encounter someone you can't defeat, you can always use the wings to escape. Unless they possess flight abilities, they won't stand a chance."
Elder Yao sighed.
Lin Yan nodded in agreement, then checked the time.
"It's still early."
"Speaking of which, Lin Dong and Qing Tan planned to invite me to the bazaar in Qingyang Town today. I declined under the pretext of practicing."
"But now that I've finished my training, and it's been a while since I've seen them, maybe I should pay them a visit. After all, I don't intend to practice for now; I could take the opportunity to relax."
With these thoughts, Lin Yan headed towards Qingyang Town.
...
Meanwhile, in another location.
Above Qingyang Town's bazaar, two groups of people were in a standoff, on the verge of fighting.
These two groups were the younger members of the Lin and Lei families.
Lin Dong and Qing Tan had originally come to the bazaar just to have a look around, but they learned along the way that Lin Xia was being targeted by the Lei and Xie families. As a result, Lin Dong hurried to the scene and managed to find a place for Lin Xia.
Unexpectedly, Xie Yingying and Lei Li were also in the vicinity, and upon learning about the situation, they had come as well. Now, they were staring coldly at Lin Dong and the others.
"Are you Lin Xia and Lin Dong from the Lin family? Your actions earlier were quite inappropriate. Rash behavior can often lead to consequences for yourselves," Xie Yingying coldly addressed Lin Dong and Lin Xia.
Lin Dong wasn't afraid and responded to her words with a sneer, "Where were you when they bullied my family from the Lin clan? Don't spout hypocritical nonsense. In the end, it's about whose fist is stronger. You dislike my Lin family and want to suppress us whenever you can. Unfortunately, we're not pushovers."
Lin Dong's words left Xie Yingying momentarily speechless. After all, this situation was indeed provoked by the Xie family, so she didn't have much to say.
However, Lei Li's cold laugh came, "Well said. In the end, it's about who has the stronger fist. So, does your fist pack a punch?"
Without further ado, he advanced and launched a punch at Lin Dong.
Lin Dong's brows furrowed, and he quickly used the "Ten Sounds Back-piercing Fist" to defend.
Despite his efforts, after Lei Li's punch, Lin Dong was forced several meters back. His fist was trembling from the impact, clearly showing that he had taken a hit.
"Ten Sounds Back-piercing Fist. No wonder you're so arrogant. You do have some strength."
"However, if this is all you've got, then today might be the day you all leave lying down."
Lei Li sneered, slightly surprised that Lin Dong managed to block his attack. Nevertheless, he approached once again and launched another punch.
"Are you Lei Li from the Lei family?"
"Quite arrogant!"
Suddenly, a voice rang out.
Following that voice, a figure appeared in front of Lin Dong.
Before Lin Dong could act, the figure easily dodged Lei Li's punch and then knocked him back with a single punch.
Lei Li was sent flying, and when he looked at the young man again, his expression turned extremely cold.
"Who are you?"
Lei Li asked coldly.
The young man replied casually, "Lin family, Lin Yan."