Chapter 654: Chapter 381: Origin of Life, Divine Transformation
Buzz!
In the courtyard of the Flame Tiger Sect’s mountain gate, a cluster of red-gold flames quietly bloomed, hovering in midair.
The temperature of the entire room skyrocketed as a result. Even though it didn’t touch anything, there was still a crackling burning sound.
If you fix your gaze, you can see the air around the flames actually twisting.
It was like the refraction caused by high temperatures and also the explosive manifestation of burning power.
"Holy Flame?"
With eyes slightly narrowed, Chen Feng carefully sensed the changes in power brought by this Life Seed.
The effect of the Origin of Life was extremely strong, and he successfully transformed the Holy Awakening Method.
And even more.
[Holy Awakening Method: Sixth Order (25%) +]
After the transformation, there was still more than half of the effect remaining, also boosting the progress of the Awakening Method significantly.
The Holy Flame Power in the dantian in his lower abdomen thus changed, transforming into red-gold holy flames.
The characteristics of burning and blasting were greatly enhanced. Chen Feng even suspected that his power had become a unique high-temperature flame that could easily burn many items.
Feeling curious to try.
He raised his hand in a gesture.
A wisp of red-gold flame shot out, landing on the head of the Training Iron Man.
Crackle clap!
The burning sound rang clearly, visible as the Iron Man turned crimson red, twisted, melted, and continuously shrank.
Streams of molten iron were about to drip, but they were quickly burned away again.
Until the end.
The Training Iron Man vanished, leaving only scorched black marks on the ground.
"As expected."
Eyes slightly bright, Chen Feng raised his hand to reclaim that wisp of power.
The red-gold hue swirled around his palm, discovering he could control this burning characteristic.
Whether the potency or hiding its characteristics inwardly, it could all be done.
After a moment of adaptation, Chen Feng looked towards the four-dimensional attributes again.
The enhancement wasn’t significant because he had already improved his physique to a strong level with the Golden Day Skill.
Additionally, the difference between the Holy Awakening Method and Holy Flame Awakening Method in the Sixth Order wasn’t too great. Its uniqueness was mostly due to the potential for further enhancement.
Thinking of this, Chen Feng slightly lowered his head, looking at the palm of his left hand.
Only he could see the small serpent-shaped pattern, and the abundant Snake Spirit Power should be able to withstand the intense rejection brought by the Snake God.
Previously, a few days were delayed due to the black fog exploration of Qinggang City and the Steel Bones upgrade.
And now.
With a flash of intent, he made a decision.
....
"Guard Captain Oron has brought back so many people, finally, we can have new warriors."
"They were all ordinary people once enslaved by the Snake-man Tribe. It suddenly reminded me of our past."
"Yes, back then, it was all thanks to Lady Molly and Mr. Feng Chen leading us south...."
The black city walls extended across the land like a fortress, blocking the last piece of pure land on the horizon.
Warriors stood guard and came and went, with serene conversations echoing in the rear camps.
Eyes settling, many people who migrated south gathered in the middle of the open space.
Most had changed into new linen long clothes, and the pallor and numbness of their faces now bore a hint of spirit compared to before.
That was hope, a new life with senses and emotions beyond suffering.
"The Snake-man War could break out at any moment!"
"The resources of the Holy City are limited; we can only try our best to protect you!"
"The elderly, the weak, and women need not go to the battlefield, but all able-bodied men should straighten their spines and hold up the last wall of survival for your families!"
A loud voice reverberated, that of Guard Captain Oron, who stood at the front of the open space clad in silver armor.
Other warriors from the Three Great Armies were either accompanying him on either side or stationed near the camp and gathered crowd, all watching these humans who migrated from the south.
The arduous escorting journey had even repelled several Snake-man attacks, shedding blood and sweat.
They hoped for more new warriors to stand with them against the Snake-men and protect the Holy City.
Rather than just turning limited resources into a useless waste.
"I am willing to go to the battlefield!!"
Someone shouted loudly, it was a young man.
Clenching his fists, with protruding veins and a reddened face.
It was as if a flame had ignited, quickly followed by similar shouts continuously.
"Count me in!"
"Let’s kill these damned Snake-men!"
"Kill!!"
The roar continued, echoing endlessly.
Even though they were once enslaved, it did not mean their spines were bent, even though they once knelt seeking survival, it did not mean their blood had turned cold.
Suddenly, a unified shout of morale soared, not just the people from the nearby army camp but also the warriors on the watchful high walls all nodded repeatedly, their expressions softening.
"It seems they are about to teach them the Awakening Method?"
Someone quietly asked at the entrance of a camp tent, and Molly, standing by, gently nodded.
"Earlier during the gathering, Lord Adams had already used the Holy Sword to clear out the spies."
"There shouldn’t be too many issues with the remaining people."
While speaking, Oron could be seen on the high platform of the open space publicly passing on the method, orally reciting the essentials of a Third Rank basic Awakening Method.
Additionally, some warriors brought over items, either blue crystal-like spheres or red molten flame stones....
These were items that could help ordinary people quickly find the elements they were suitable for and assist in rapid meditation.
Her thoughts flashing, Molly then looked towards some wooden houses further out in the camp.
Many women and children were watching from afar, their eyes hopeful.
These were the families of the newly joined warriors, who only needed to mend and wash clothes daily or perhaps help plant rice.
It might still be somewhat tiring, but they could live with dignity.
For a moment, Molly’s gaze rippled, looking up at the sky.
"Lord Feng Chen..."
If it weren’t for the lord escorting them in the past, she might not have safely reached the Holy City.
She might have even been dead halfway, or captured and enslaved by the Black Blade Tribe.
Her eyes showed an inexplicable yearning, both a reverence for the strong and boundless gratitude.
To this, from the palace atop the distant Holy City, someone was also looking out to the skies and their assembly camp.
"They are all warriors worthy of admiration."
Adams, clad in golden armor, spoke, as a figure slowly approached his side.
Cloaked in a green-vine cloak, with brown hair cascading down her back, the green floral patterns on her face remained vivid.
"To protect what they hold dear."
"They indeed deserve respect."
Without contradiction, Carrie stood shoulder to shoulder with him, both on the edge of the stone-paved ground, likewise overlooking the shouting of iron and blood in the distance.
An atmosphere of silence ensued, until the roar in the distance faded, and Adams withdrew his gaze.
"How is His Highness?"
He opened his mouth to ask, his golden hair highlighting a very calm gaze.
"Still asleep."
"But it’s not a big problem, it shouldn’t take too long to awaken."
Carrie said, Adams’ face softened slightly.
But soon, he saw the other party inquire with confusion.
"Without His Highness’s command, the Holy Sword is never easily drawn."
"Why did it suddenly go berserk this time?"
Frowning slightly, Adams fell into silence.
He was also curious about the reason.
Just clearing out spies shouldn’t be enough to cause such an anomaly with the Holy Sword.
"Could it be that the Snake-man Angel has already returned?"
Carrie speculated with a frown, her tone somewhat heavy.
Only such a situation could possibly cause the Holy Sword to go berserk.
"Let’s wait for His Highness to awaken."
Shaking his head, Adams did not make reckless conclusions.
Then he prepared to step away from this place.
However.
Buzz!!
The Holy City shook, and the inscription patterns on the white-gray city walls suddenly shone bright.
The two of them changed their expressions slightly, simultaneously looking up to the sky.
A blue light burst from within the inscriptions, rushing upwards like a tide, continuously fusing and merging.
A giant blue barrier took shape, guarding the entire Holy City within.
The anomaly was extremely noticeable, and people in the distant camp also noticed it, exclaiming repeatedly.
"What’s going on!"
"What’s the situation?"
"Seems like there’s some commotion in the sky!!"
Oron, who was imparting the Awakening Method, stopped moving, and the Earth Rock Army Commander, burly as a small mountain, also slung his shield over his shoulder and walked out from the city wall fortress.
Regardless of age, all warriors raised their heads, looking to the sky.
Either solemn, doubtful, or alert.
Amidst the blue sky and layers of white clouds, a black dot seemed to appear faintly.
Just as they were prepared to face battle, wary of emergency.
Poof poof!!
A small white-gray stone statue suddenly flew away from Molly’s shoulder, soaring straight into the sky.
Stone wings vibrated, constantly soaring higher.
The unusual move left everyone startled, Molly’s eyes also widened, snapping back to awareness.
"It’s Lord Feng Chen!"
A confirming voice sounded, the black dot in the sky gradually came into focus.
Whoosh!!
A fierce wind blew apart the clouds, and the white platinum giant statue compressed in size flew down.
The diamond-shaped crystal on its crown reflected the heavenly light, draping its silent and majestic stone body in thick golden armor.
As for its shoulders.
A young man in black armor stood motionless, facing the fierce wind.
The calm and familiar face, along with the originally tightly gripped broadswords and spears of many elite warriors, including the Fifth Rank Commander, all breathed a sigh of relief.
"It really is Mr. Feng Chen."
Oron lowered his broadsword, and his guard dissipated mostly from his heart.
But not far away, the Earth Rock Army Commander showed a look of shock and doubt, feeling something was amiss.
Until finally.
Zoom!!!
The white-gray giant statue flying swiftly grew closer, and Chen Feng didn’t seem overly surprised as he observed these gathered southward migrants.
The reason being.
Poof poof!
The small white-gray stone statue flapped its wings and joyfully arrived in front.
The Holy Shield Giant paused its movement, and Chen Feng reached out, allowing it to come into his hand.
"You’ve worked hard."
Thanks to the shared vision with it, he was able to roughly understand the situation in the Holy City.
Including the Holy Awakening Method, it was only possible to obtain it so smoothly through this.
Poof poof!
The small stone statue affectionately rubbed his palm, then whirled to face the Holy Shield Giant.
Two figures and the statue landed subsequently, and the wind stirred by stone wings gradually ceased.
Molly, the closest, showed a face of joy, promptly speaking respectfully.
"Lord Feng Chen."
"You finally arrived."
She smiled, Chen Feng gently nodded.
Soon, the small stone statue hastily flew onto her shoulder, rather close to her.
"Recently, the little stone suddenly leaked strength, its size grew quite a bit."
"Could you please take a look...."
Surprise soon turned to concern, as Molly brought up the prior anomaly, worrying it resulted from another issue.
"It’s just normal growth."
Chen Feng shook his head, knowing she referred to the sudden enhancement of the small stone statue before.
The transformation of the Holy Shield Giant concluded, resulting in substantial benefits for all life sharing the same source, hence unable to control its own power timely.
Upon hearing, Molly was reassured, then observed increasing silhouettes approaching nearby.
"Lord Feng Chen!"
"Mr. Feng Chen!!"
Oron and others appeared one after another, followed by a mountainous figure blocking partial light.
Yan Lei, the Earth Rock Army Commander, also stepped forward but, unlike others, his gaze retained a slight sense of shock and skepticism.
Or more accurately, his eyes remained fixed on the Holy Shield Giant with a touch of incredulity.
"This..."
He was the strongest in the Holy City, resonating with the Earth Element.
Naturally able to feel the immense power hidden within the giant statue.
As if engulfed by an unknown amount of Power of Earth Veins, vast and fathomless, capable of unleashing earth-shattering might once erupted.
Others sensed something amiss from his expression, and realizing the distant Holy City’s sudden activation of the barrier protection, astonishing speculations continually arose.
Until finally.
Zoom!!
The barrier above the Holy City dispersed, several giant falcons hurriedly approached.
Amid the escort of several elite warriors, the green vine cloaked Thorny Army Commander at the forefront appeared unexpectedly shocked and out of sorts.