C1341 Recognize Master
C1341 Recognize Master
Lin Xuan had a very clear plan in his mind. He knew exactly how to act to maximize his benefits and achieve the highest cost-effectiveness. Then, with a flip of his palm, Lin Xuan took out the Celestial Essence Sacred Token. "It's time to claim ownership. Now I can consider myself the owner of a complete Emperor Level Spirit Weapon," Lin Xuan murmured, a smile playing on his lips. Even if the Celestial Essence Sacred Token had no other use beyond being a mere symbol of identity, as a complete Emperor Weapon, it was quite impressive. Not to mention, it still had the ability to teleport to the Tianyuan Secret Realm and provide defense.
Lin Xuan remembered the words of Wu Tumie. Holding the Celestial Essence Sacred Token, he channeled the recently acquired beginner-level Celestial Essence Sacred Token Technique, transforming a wisp of Pill Essence. He infused it into the token, which instantly radiated a brilliant light before returning to its normal appearance. Lin Xuan felt a new connection with the token in his hand; he had successfully bound himself to it. At the same time, he also learned more about the Celestial Essence Sacred Token.
"The Celestial Essence Sacred Token, as the identity badge of the Sky Origin Temple's Holy Son, holds a symbolic meaning that far outweighs its practical use. However, it also possesses the ability to teleport within the core area of the Sky Origin Temple and defend against Emperor Level attacks," Lin Xuan reflected, his eyes twinkling with an added hint of amusement. In the heyday of the Sky Origin Temple, this token signified the status of the Holy Son, commanding respect even from the peak Emperor Level elders. Its symbolic importance was paramount.
But times have changed. The Sky Origin Temple's vitality has been extinguished for countless years. The strongest among the remnants is Wu Tumie, a mere Half-level Emperor.
Compared to the days when the Sky Origin Temple boasted several Emperor Level experts, the current situation seemed like nothing more than a handful of stray cats and dogs. The symbolic significance and intimidation factor had become almost negligible. However, its other functions were far more valuable.
Since it was merely the identity card of the Holy Son and not a Spirit weapon designed to enhance combat strength, it lacked offensive capabilities. Its primary functions were defense and teleportation—essential for survival. After all, one must be alive to have a future.
The defensive feature, when sufficiently charged, could withstand three strikes from a Low-grade Emperor Level adversary. In this era, such a feature was incredibly useful, especially since true Emperor Level experts were no longer around. It was safe to say that it was nearly impervious to attack, making it an excellent life-saving asset.
However, due to its ancient origins, most of its energy had been depleted. Lin Xuan estimated that it could only withstand one more attack. The device had sustained damage for unknown reasons, and the mechanism for absorbing energy was also destroyed. The restriction was of a very high level, and with Lin Xuan's current proficiency in Spell Formation, he was unable to repair it. Therefore, this defensive function was effectively a one-time use.
Despite this, Lin Xuan was not disheartened; in fact, he was quite content. For him, a single use of the protective function was sufficient. He also possessed a talent for spatial manipulation, allowing him to teleport at will. His capacity to flee was still formidable.
Then there was the teleportation function. At the height of the Sky Origin Temple's power, he could have briefly controlled the teleportation arrays in most areas, excluding a few key locations, such as the Tianyuan Secret Realm. But with the fall of the Sky Origin Temple, those grand arrays had ceased to exist. Still, parts of the temple's internal teleportation network remained operational.
Lin Xuan could detect several nearby locations that were accessible for teleportation, like the grand hall where Wu Tumie had been. There were a few other spots as well. With the exception of the most central areas, teleportation was possible from nearly all of them. Most crucially, he could teleport back to the Tianyuan Continent at any moment, although the exact destination was not guaranteed. The one constant was that all points were in the vicinity of the Profound Essence Ancient City. This realization brought Lin Xuan a sense of elation.
Lin Xuan was pleasantly surprised by this development.
His greatest concern had been the possibility of being intercepted and attacked by Wu Tumie and his associates, which could prevent him from leaving. Even though he possessed a talent for manipulating space, allowing him to break through and escape, his confidence was not absolute. He was well aware of the significant gap between his abilities and those of powerhouses like Wu Tumie. However, at this moment, he could set aside those worries. With a mere thought, he could vanish in the blink of an eye, ensuring his safety was no longer in jeopardy.
It seemed Wu Tumie and his group had indeed been quite generous with their sincerity. To put him at ease, they had presented him with such a grand gift. This made temporary cooperation feasible. He could now consider taking up the position of Holy Son at the Sky Origin Temple.
Moreover, Lin Xuan discovered upon inspection that the teleportation feature was intact, meaning it could be used repeatedly. It wasn't limited to returning to the Tianyuan Continent; it could also take him back to the Dongyuan Continent. A smile played at the corner of his mouth—returning to the Tianyuan Secret Realm had been one of his objectives. Not only did he aim to honor a previous commitment and possibly gain some advantages from Wu Tumie and his cohorts, but he also sought to resolve the doubts that weighed on his mind.
He was determined to revisit the Dongyuan Continent to settle some unfinished business. His departure from there had been under dire circumstances, but now, with his newfound strength, he felt ready to confront even a Half-level Emperor. It was time for him to go back.
Wu Juechen, the main instigator of his past misfortunes, had already been taken care of by Lin Xuan. Wu Juechen had been transformed into an Indestructible Puppet, destined to serve under Lin Xuan for life. But there was more to be done. Lin Xuan was not averse to resolving the war that engulfed the entire Dongyuan Continent. While he might not yet be able to confront the headquarters of the Demon Aura Palace on the Central Essence Continent, he was confident in his ability to handle a branch on the Dongyuan Continent. After all, such a force that had plunged the entire continent into war and caused countless deaths had no right to exist in this world.
Forces that incite war across the continent, resulting in countless deaths and cruel devastation, should not exist in this world. They aim to seize the resources and wealth of the entire land.
Although the Dongyuan Continent may not match the Central Essence Continent in might, lacking even a single Half-level Emperor, it is nonetheless a vast expanse brimming with resources. The dominant powers of the Central Essence Continent, due to their mutual checks and balances and control over vast territories with abundant resources, may overlook such a land. But Lin Xuan stands alone. His need for resources is incredibly high due to his natural talent, cultivation techniques, physical constitution, and other factors.
Plundering an entire continent to sustain himself couldn't be more fitting. He can settle personal vendettas and collect resources all at once. Lin Xuan had initially considered asking Wu Tumie for assistance with teleportation, but now he's capable of doing it himself—an unexpected boon. It's more secure to have control in his own hands. Previously, he relied on the Tianyuan Secret Realm for teleportation, with the energy costs absorbed by the realm itself. Now, he must shoulder that burden.