Chapter 422: The Complete Profound Art
The general formula of the Phoenix Ode Scripture entered his mind. The first to stir was not Yun Che's heart, but the fire-attribute Evil God Seed. A flame also ignited within Yun Che's soul, gradually imprinting the floating Profound Art firmly into his spirit.
To cultivate the Phoenix Ode Scripture, the prerequisite was possessing the Phoenix bloodline. Even with the Phoenix bloodline, comprehending the general formula of the Phoenix Ode Scripture required a long time, because the Phoenix Ode Scripture was essentially a Profound Art at the divine level. The flame laws it contained far surpassed ordinary Profound Flames. Even the weakest first six realms were far more difficult to thoroughly comprehend than ordinary Profound Arts.
However, for Yun Che, this was not a problem at all. The existence of the Evil God Seed allowed him to easily comprehend any form of flame law. With the Evil God Seed within him, his body was like a piece of uncut jade that could be carved at will. Even this powerful Phoenix Ode Scripture was as simple for him to comprehend as if it were being carved directly into his body.
Silently reciting the general formula of the Phoenix Ode Scripture, Yun Che understood it thoroughly. Those Profound Art formulas stirred in his soul, then suddenly merged together, creating a vast and boundless world... It was a dark starry sky with endless stars. The next instant, a blazing flame suddenly ignited, engulfing the entire vast starry sky. Amidst the world-covering sea of fire, a clear phoenix cry rang out. A golden phoenix spread its golden wings, born from the flames...
A scorching and primeval aura filled Yun Che's mind, as if he had opened the door to another world and found himself in a whole new world...
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With the Profound Art entering his body, Yun Che remained motionless with his eyes closed. Feng Xue'er sat quietly before him, her beautiful eyes fixed on his expression, ready to intervene if any abnormalities like soul damage or chaotic Profound Energy occurred during his comprehension. But after half an hour, Yun Che remained peaceful, his breathing completely steady, as calm as if he were asleep.
Feng Xue'er felt relieved. After watching him for a while, she muttered softly, "It seems he has already begun to gain insight. That should be fine, but it will probably take a long time..."
"Little White, let's go play!"
Feng Xue'er stood up, about to head over to the Snow Phoenix Beast, when suddenly, a layer of mist-like flame ignited on Yun Che.
Feng Xue'er stopped, staring at Yun Che in surprise. The self-ignited Phoenix Flame adhered to Yun Che's body, flowing and shifting slowly on his surface, burning higher and higher at a slow pace. Then the flames slowly extinguished, and behind Yun Che, the phantom of a flame phoenix appeared. At the same time, the flame mark on his forehead spontaneously emerged, emitting a dazzling golden light.
"Ah..."
Feng Xue'er exclaimed, staring blankly at the mark on Yun Che's forehead... That was the phoenix mark that all those with the Phoenix bloodline possessed. When burning Phoenix Flame, unless intentionally concealed, the phoenix mark would appear spontaneously. Feng Xue'er remained dazed, staring fixedly at the golden mark on Yun Che's forehead, her eyes turbulent, the emotions contained within her gaze suddenly becoming extremely chaotic...
The phoenix shadow lasted a long time before gradually disappearing. The golden mark on Yun Che's forehead also faded. Yun Che opened his eyes and immediately saw Feng Xue'er's astonished pupils.
"Brother Yun, you have... completely comprehended the general formula and integrated your bloodline with the Phoenix Ode Scripture's Profound Art?" Feng Xue'er's eyes widened, her voice filled with deep disbelief.
"Yes." Yun Che nodded. "This is very simple... By the way, Xue'er, how long did I take?"
"Only... half an hour."
"Half an hour... Is that a short time?"
"Incredibly short!" Feng Xue'er's emotions churned. "The general formula is the foundation for cultivating the Phoenix Ode Scripture. Thorough comprehension allows the integration of bloodline and Profound Art. It is the most important and most difficult step in the entire Phoenix Ode Scripture. Even with guidance from elders and good comprehension, it takes at least over a year, sometimes many years. But Brother Yun, you only used... half an hour!"
"Uh..." With the Evil God Fire Seed, any fire-type Profound Art, no matter how difficult to comprehend, came easily to him. Hearing Feng Xue'er's words, he realized that his complete integration of the general formula was indeed too exaggerated in speed. As he was thinking how to explain, he saw Feng Xue'er's face bloom with full admiration: "Wow! Brother Yun, you are truly amazing. You are the most... most... most incredible genius Xue'er has ever seen! Back then, Imperial Father praised me for comprehending the fastest, but compared to Brother Yun, I am far, far behind."
"This..." Yun Che rubbed his forehead somewhat sheepishly. "I'm not as amazing as Xue'er says. It's clearly because Xue'er taught so well that I comprehended so quickly."
"Hehe! Brother Yun is just trying to make me happy. I only gave you the Profound Art. I didn't provide any other guidance or use Profound Energy to lead. It's not because of me; it's because Brother Yun is amazing himself." Feng Xue'er giggled.
"No, no, that's not it at all." Yun Che said seriously: "Xue'er is beautiful, noble in status, kind-hearted. Having Xue'er personally teach the Phoenix Ode Scripture is a fortunate thing for anyone. With that, any miracle is possible. If it were a fierce old woman teaching me now, I might not comprehend it even in ten years."
"Hehe..." Although she knew Yun Che was flattering her, she still laughed happily. "I originally wanted to teach Brother Yun step by step, but since Brother Yun is so amazing, I'll just give you all the Profound Art of the Phoenix Ode Scripture. Maybe Brother Yun can comprehend it just as quickly."
As she spoke, Feng Xue'er's jade hand extended, a bright red light gathering at her fingertip, and she carefully touched it to the center of Yun Che's forehead... Instantly, the complete Profound Art from the first to the fourth level of the Phoenix Ode Scripture slowly and clearly entered Yun Che's mind.
The complete Phoenix Ode Scripture of the Fenghuang God Sect, from the general formula to the first four levels, was thus fully obtained by Yun Che.
Yun Che had obtained Phoenix blood nearly three years ago. Although he had forcefully learned two Phoenix Techniques, he had never been able to cultivate the Phoenix Ode Scripture. It had long been his dream. He knew how difficult and risky it would be to obtain this scripture from the Fenghuang God Sect. Unexpectedly, today, without any effort, the complete Phoenix Ode Scripture of the Fenghuang God Sect had come into his possession.
If he had obtained it after numerous risks, schemes, gambles, and bloodshed, he would have felt it justified and laughed heartily.
But now, obtaining it without any effort made him somewhat unsettled.
Because what Feng Xue'er gave him was not only the Phoenix Ode Scripture, but also a heart that completely trusted him, was close to him, and emotions without any dust or impurity...
And all of this was predicated on his deception of her... even if it was a necessary deception.
With the influx of the first four levels' Profound Art, the Profound Art of the fifth and sixth levels that had long been imprinted in Yun Che's soul were also awakened simultaneously. For a moment, the six levels of Profound Art spontaneously connected and merged, forming the complete first to sixth levels of the Phoenix Ode Scripture. Although Yun Che's mind was slightly disturbed, his Phoenix Profound Force began to circulate and merge automatically following the Profound Art entering his mind... He closed his eyes, cast away distractions, and focused on comprehending the Profound Art.
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As the Seven Nations Ranking Battle approached, Shenhuang City grew noisier day by day. The participants from the six nations, along with their escorts, had successively arrived in Shenhuang City. Those qualified to participate in the Seven Nations Ranking Battle were undoubtedly the top talents of the younger generation from the six nations. Those accompanying them were also the highest figures from politics and the profound world of the six nations... Without exception, all six nations' emperors personally arrived.
However, these people who could dominate a nation had to lower their heads and be cautious in Shenhuang City. At that time, only three days remained before the start of the Seven Nations Ranking Battle. Among the six nations, except for the Cang Feng Kingdom, participants from the other five nations had all arrived and were settled in Phoenix City, the core stronghold of the Fenghuang God Sect.
"Hmm? The people from Cang Feng Kingdom still haven't arrived today?" Feng Ximing listened to his subordinate's report, deep in thought.
"Yes. I specifically inquired at the city gate; no Cang Feng participants have entered the city. Should we immediately transmit a message to the Cang Feng Imperial Clan to inquire?"
"No need." Feng Ximing raised his hand. "Hmph! Cang Feng is a small nation. In this Seven Nations Ranking Battle, it's nothing but a joke. This time, I thought there would be something interesting. It seems I overestimated that brat named Yun Che. I actually believed he would personally come to participate in this ranking battle as he shouted. He has probably tucked his tail between his legs and hidden somewhere he thinks we can't find him."
"There's no need to prepare lodgings for Cang Feng in a hurry. It's better if they don't come. Not only will it shorten the ranking battle schedule, but it also gives Imperial Father... another perfect excuse. Withdraw for now... Oh, and for tonight's welcome banquet, there's no need to arrange seats for Cang Feng Kingdom."
"Yes."
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"...A long, long time ago, there were two young profound practitioners. One was called Zu Kun, the other Liu Ti. Their talent was mediocre, and they were often bullied and mocked. So they resolved to work hard and cultivate together. Every day, before dawn, as soon as they heard the rooster crow, they would immediately get up to practice swordplay. Day after day, year after year, finally... they both caught the avian flu."
"What is avian flu?" Feng Xue'er asked curiously.
"Well, it's a very terrible virus." Yun Che said seriously. "This story is called 'Rising at Cockcrow to Practice Swordplay,' and it tells us to stay away from avian flu."
"Mmm... This story is so boring. I still want to hear the story of Snow White... What happened after Snow White and the Frog Prince got together? I really want to know."
"This... let me think carefully." Yun Che scratched his head.
"You have to think carefully... Brother Yun, here, eat this." Feng Xue'er leaned against Yun Che's shoulder, placing the half-eaten dragon meat skewer to his lips, smiling as she watched him take a big bite.
Once the box was opened, the former taboos would tear open increasingly larger gaps. Once upon a time, Feng Xue'er would never touch anyone. Now, under Yun Che's various guidance, she naturally leaned against him, sharing a meat skewer...
If Feng Hengkong saw this scene at that moment, he would surely be so angry he'd ascend to heaven, and it would be a light punishment to slap Yun Che into meat paste on the spot.
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