Chapter 1: All Main Attributes 800 Points
In the Attribute Enhancement Hall, Su Xiao stood before a massive crystal pillar. The pillar was filled with a faint blue liquid, and countless tiny bubbles rose from within, shimmering under the light.
He placed his hand on the crystal pillar's surface. The next moment, a stream of data flooded into his mind.
[Contractor: Su Xiao]
[True Attributes]
[Strength: 800]
[Agility: 800]
[Stamina: 800]
[Intelligence: 800]
[Perception: 800]
[Charm: 1]
Seeing the final attribute value, Su Xiao's expression remained calm. This was already a common occurrence. Over the years, he had grown accustomed to this "Charm" attribute.
"All main attributes have reached 800 points. The next step is to break through the bottleneck."
He withdrew his hand and turned to leave the Attribute Enhancement Hall. As he walked, he reviewed his current status.
After experiencing several worlds, his strength had reached the bottleneck of the Eighth Rank. To break through to the Ninth Rank, he needed to complete a special promotion mission.
"Boss, the information you wanted has been found."
A voice came from behind. Su Xiao turned to see a contractor wearing a mask approaching. This was one of his subordinates in the Reincarnation Paradise, responsible for intelligence gathering.
"Speak."
"The Eternal Light World has recently shown signs of instability. According to intelligence from the Void Tree, a Transcendent Primordial World may be about to descend there."
Su Xiao's eyes flickered slightly. A Transcendent Primordial World was extremely rare. If he could enter it, he might find an opportunity to break through to the Ninth Rank.
"Any other information?"
"Also, the Mage Sage Seraphilia has appeared in the Wind Sea Continent. It is said she is searching for something related to the Second Era: Alchemical Civilization."
"Seraphilia..."
Su Xiao muttered the name. This was a powerful figure from the Arcane Eternal Star, a top-tier Spellcaster. Her appearance in the Wind Sea Continent likely meant something significant was about to happen.
"Prepare the teleportation array. We're heading to the Wind Sea Continent."
"Yes, boss."
After the intelligence contractor left, Su Xiao returned to his Exclusive Room. He opened the storage space and took out a black longsword.
This was his main weapon, the Dragon-Slaying Flash. After countless enhancements, it had reached the Holy Spirit Rank.
"Old friend, we're about to move again."
He gently stroked the blade, feeling the cold touch. The sword seemed to respond, emitting a faint hum.
After preparing everything, Su Xiao stepped onto the teleportation array. The blue light flashed, and his figure disappeared from the spot.
When he reappeared, he was already in the Wind Sea Continent. This was a vast world, filled with ancient forests and mysterious ruins.
"Boss, I've located Seraphilia's position. She is currently in the ruins of an ancient city in the south."
Baha's voice came from the communication device. This was Su Xiao's contracted beast, a black-feathered eagle with extremely sharp eyesight.
"Lead the way."
Su Xiao activated his spatial ability, and his figure flickered as he moved quickly through the forest.
Soon, he arrived at the ruins of the ancient city. This was a once-prosperous city, now reduced to ruins, with broken walls and collapsed buildings everywhere.
In the center of the ruins, a woman in a white robe stood. She held a crystal staff, and her long silver hair fluttered in the wind.
"You're here, Kukulin Bai Ye."
Seraphilia turned around, a faint smile on her face. Her eyes were deep, as if they could see through everything.
"Mage Sage Seraphilia, I heard you're looking for something related to the Second Era: Alchemical Civilization."
"That's right. I found a clue here. It points to the location of an ancient alchemy laboratory."
Seraphilia raised her hand, and a beam of light shot into the sky, forming a complex magic array in the air.
"This is a map left by the Alchemy Civilization. It marks the location of the laboratory."
Su Xiao looked at the magic array, his brow slightly furrowed. The location marked on the map was deep within the Wind Sea Continent, a place known as the "Forbidden Zone."
"That place is very dangerous. It is said that Abyss Spawn are rampant there."
"Of course I know it's dangerous, but that laboratory might hold the secret to breaking through to the Ninth Rank."
Seraphilia's words made Su Xiao's heart move. If he could find the breakthrough opportunity there, it would be worth the risk.
"Count me in."
"Heh, I knew you would agree."
Seraphilia smiled slightly, then waved her hand to dispel the magic array.
"Let's go. We need to reach the Forbidden Zone before nightfall."
The two of them moved quickly, heading deeper into the Wind Sea Continent. Along the way, they encountered many powerful magical beasts, but they were easily dealt with.
As night fell, they finally arrived at the edge of the Forbidden Zone. This was a dark forest, filled with a strange atmosphere.
"Be careful. There are many Abyss Spawn lurking here."
Seraphilia reminded, holding her staff tightly.
Su Xiao nodded, his hand resting on the hilt of the Dragon-Slaying Flash. He could feel the dangerous aura coming from the forest.
Just then, a series of rustling sounds came from the forest. The next moment, dozens of black figures rushed out, surrounding them.
These were Abyss Spawn, their bodies covered in black scales, with blood-red eyes and sharp claws.
"Leave them to me."
Su Xiao stepped forward, the Dragon-Slaying Flash leaving its sheath. The blade glowed with a cold light.
"Blade Path: Azure Demon!"
He swung his sword, and a blue sword light swept out, instantly cutting several Abyss Spawn in half.
The remaining Abyss Spawn let out angry roars and charged at him together.
Su Xiao's figure flickered as he shuttled among the Abyss Spawn, each sword strike taking a life. In just a few breaths, all the Abyss Spawn were killed.
"Your swordsmanship has improved again."
Seraphilia praised, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes.
"It's nothing. Let's continue."
Su Xiao sheathed his sword and walked deeper into the forest.
Soon, they found the entrance to the alchemy laboratory. It was a huge metal door, engraved with complex runes.
"This is the entrance. I need some time to crack the seal."
Seraphilia stepped forward, placing her hand on the metal door, and began chanting a spell.
Su Xiao stood guard nearby, vigilantly watching the surroundings.
Just then, a powerful aura suddenly erupted from the distance. The next moment, a huge black figure crashed down from the sky, landing heavily on the ground.
It was a giant Abyss Spawn, over ten meters tall, covered in thick black armor, with a single horn on its head.
"Abyss Archbishop!"
Seraphilia's expression changed. This was a top-tier existence among the Abyss Spawn, with strength comparable to a Ninth Rank powerhouse.
"Kukulin Bai Ye, I'll hold it off. You focus on cracking the seal."
Su Xiao said, holding the Dragon-Slaying Flash tightly.
"Be careful."
Seraphilia nodded, then focused on cracking the seal.
Su Xiao took a deep breath, and the Cyan Steel Shadow Energy in his body began to surge.
"Blade Path Sword: Time!"
He swung his sword, and a strange power spread out, slowing the surrounding time.
The Abyss Archbishop let out a furious roar, swinging its huge claw to swat at Su Xiao.
Su Xiao's figure flickered, dodging the attack, then appeared behind the Abyss Archbishop.
"Blade Path Sword: Extreme!"
A dazzling sword light flashed, leaving a deep wound on the Abyss Archbishop's back.
The Abyss Archbishop roared in pain, black blood gushing from the wound.
Just then, a loud noise came from behind. The metal door slowly opened, revealing a dark passage.
"It's open! Hurry in!"
Seraphilia shouted.
Su Xiao swung his sword to force the Abyss Archbishop back, then quickly retreated into the passage.
The Abyss Archbishop tried to chase after them, but the passage entrance suddenly closed, blocking it out.
In the passage, Su Xiao and Seraphilia caught their breath.
"That was close. If we were a step slower, we would have been in trouble."
Seraphilia wiped the sweat from her forehead.
"This place is not safe either. Be careful."
Su Xiao said, looking ahead.
The passage was deep and dark, with an unknown end.
The two carefully moved forward. After about ten minutes, they finally reached the end.
What appeared before them was a huge underground space, filled with various alchemy equipment and experimental instruments.
"This is the core area of the alchemy laboratory."
Seraphilia looked around, her eyes shining with excitement.
Su Xiao scanned the surroundings and soon spotted a stone platform in the center. On it lay an ancient book.
"That is..."
He walked over and picked up the book. The cover was engraved with complex runes, exuding a mysterious aura.
"This is the Alchemy Codex! It records the core knowledge of the Second Era: Alchemical Civilization!"
Seraphilia exclaimed in surprise.
Su Xiao opened the book and was immediately drawn in by the contents. It recorded many alchemy techniques, including methods for breaking through to the Ninth Rank.
"This trip was worth it."
He put away the book, a satisfied smile appearing on his face.
Just then, a violent tremor suddenly came from the underground space. The surrounding walls began to crack, and large stones fell from above.
"Not good! This place is about to collapse!"
Seraphilia's expression changed drastically.
"Let's go!"
Su Xiao grabbed Seraphilia and activated his spatial ability, instantly disappearing from the spot.
When they reappeared, they were already outside the Forbidden Zone. Behind them, the ground of the Forbidden Zone was collapsing, forming a huge pit.
"Phew, we barely escaped."
Seraphilia breathed a sigh of relief.
Su Xiao looked at the Alchemy Codex in his hand, a determined light flashing in his eyes.
"Next, I need to find a place to study this book in peace."
"I know a safe place. Come with me."
Seraphilia said, leading the way.
Su Xiao followed her, his mind already planning how to use the knowledge in the Alchemy Codex to break through to the Ninth Rank.
The journey to the Ninth Rank had officially begun.