Among them, the most eye-catching was a black iron stele, on which were densely written small characters. After carefully observing for a moment, a look of horror surged into Zhou Yan's eyes.
"Are all these martial arts and secret manuals real?"
Zhou Yan's breathing became rapid. These things were priceless, and even the princesses and county princesses in the royal family would surely covet them.
"These things are for you to cultivate. They are the reward for your help in acquiring this body. Remember, if you dare to leak even half a word, I will personally snap your neck." The man in the white robe said coldly.
Upon hearing this, Zhou Yan's body trembled violently, and he quickly said, "Disciple dares not, disciple absolutely dares not defy Master's will."
After speaking, Zhou Yan respectfully withdrew from the hall and left the valley.
"Haha, although this body is a bit lacking, it's passable. Anyway, there are still five years left until the trial ends, which is enough for me to nurture him slowly. I only hope that this good-for-nothing doesn't disappoint me."
Looking at Zhou Yan's receding back, the man in the white robe curled his lips upwards, revealing a playful arc.
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"Zhou Yan? Hehe, we meet again. I underestimated your potential. In just two days, you've actually grasped the essence of the 'Myriad Beast Demonic Spirit Art,' and even your cultivation has advanced by a realm."
On a mountain peak, Li Minghao stood proudly, his eyes shooting out sharp brilliance: "But no matter how monstrous you are, in the face of absolute strength, you are still as insignificant as an ant."
"I will kill you with my own hands."
As he spoke, a brilliant light surged from Li Minghao's body. He was bathed in golden radiance, as dazzling as a scorching sun, exuding a terrifying pressure.
"Kill!"
Suddenly, Li Minghao moved. His speed was incredibly fast, and in the blink of an eye, he had charged in front of Zhou Yan.
Clang~
The next moment, he threw a punch, imbued with wild and overbearing power, as if it could destroy all obstacles. Wherever it passed, the air rippled violently.
This punch, carrying the momentum of thunder, made Zhou Yan's pupils contract.
"So fast, such terrifying power, has this Li Minghao's cultivation reached the peak of Body Tempering Seventh Level?" Zhou Yan's heart twitched.
Waves surged in his heart.
In his previous life, he was a generation of Demonic Venerables who roamed the Nine Provinces. He had encountered many talented and peerless prodigies, but compared to this Li Minghao, there was a huge gap.
Li Minghao's talent was too terrifying.
"I'll go all out!"
Zhou Yan gritted his teeth and activated the Flame True Essence in his dantian. Instantly, the clothes on his body ignited with blazing flames. As the flames spread, a scorching wave of heat diffused outwards.
Bang bang bang...
Immediately after, his body seemed to transform into a fireball. The scorching temperature caused the air to crackle and pop. He met the punch with a punch and collided with Li Minghao.
Crack!
A crisp sound of bone breaking rang out. The next moment, Zhou Yan cried out in pain, his entire face contorted because Li Minghao's punch had struck the back of his fist, breaking his arm.
"A mere Body Tempering Sixth Level trying to block my attack is simply laughable." Li Minghao sneered. His figure flashed, instantly appearing beside Zhou Yan, and he threw another punch.
Boom boom boom...
Li Minghao's fists fell consecutively. With each punch, a clear sound of bone cracking would ring out from Zhou Yan's body. In just three punches, his entire left arm was smashed to smithereens.
This was not the end. Li Minghao's attacks continued to fall, madly ravaging Zhou Yan's entire body.
"Ah!" Zhou Yan screamed in agony, feeling the intense pain all over his body. His entire face turned red with pain, and sweat beaded on his forehead.
"Master, spare me, I can't take it anymore. Please, spare my life."
Zhou Yan wailed and begged for mercy. Under Li Minghao's abuse, his entire left arm was brutally obliterated, leaving only a layer of skin covering the bare bones.
At this moment, he was completely terrified.
This master before him was too brutal, like a demon.
"Trash is trash. I've been teaching you for months, and you're still so weak. How shameful!" Li Minghao shook his head and sighed, looking at Zhou Yan indifferently.
As soon as the words fell, Li Minghao grabbed at the void. In an instant, Zhou Yan's neck was tightly gripped. No matter how he struggled, it was useless.
"Master, don't kill me." Zhou Yan shouted in panic.
"Trash, I told you to kill, why are you still asking?" Li Minghao rebuked.
"Kill... kill..."
Upon hearing this, Zhou Yan's body trembled slightly. He knew that the person before him truly intended to kill him, and he was scared out of his wits.
The next moment, he closed his eyes, and a line of tears flowed down.
Swish!
The next second, Zhou Yan suddenly opened his eyes, and a blazing light shot out from his pupils, as sharp as a sword's edge.
Hum~
A purple halo appeared around his body. Mysterious runes intertwined and flickered, emitting mysterious auras that enveloped his body. At the same time, a crystal-clear armor appeared on his body, shining brightly, making him appear like a descending god-king.
"Hmm?" Li Minghao's figure suddenly froze. His gaze was fixed on the armor on Zhou Yan's body.
"This is a Spirit Soldier grade armor." Li Minghao's eyes were filled with greed, and his heart stirred.
"Spirit Soldier grade armor?"
Zhou Yan was stunned for a moment, then a look of ecstasy appeared on his face.
He never expected that after swallowing a Crimson Sun Fruit, he would awaken a Spirit Soldier grade armor.
"Indeed, this Spirit Soldier armor was forged by me using a special method. It is extremely tough, with astonishing defensive power, comparable to a high-grade Mortal grade Spirit Soldier. Moreover, it also possesses protective qi, which, once activated, can block the attacks of Innate martial artists." Li Minghao explained.
"So that's how it is." Zhou Yan suddenly understood. No wonder his defense had increased by more than several times, and he could even resist the attacks of Innate martial artists.
"Master, I am willing to submit to you and be your slave."
Zhou Yan quickly said, a look of deep fawning on his face.
The other party was an Innate martial artist, and he was also proficient in various ultimate skills. If he followed Li Minghao, his cultivation would surely advance by leaps and bounds.
"Oh? You're sure you're willing to follow me?"
Li Minghao raised an eyebrow, a hint of mockery appearing on his face: "Don't forget, I am your enemy."
"I am willing." Zhou Yan agreed without hesitation.