Chapter 135: Evolution Of The Golden Body Technique

Chapter 135: Evolution Of The Golden Body Technique

Was it an inadvertent revelation that he had prior knowledge of the situation? Zhao Qinghan, clinging to Wang Xuan's back, felt her body stiffen in response to this unexpected revelation.

"You definitely aren't!" Wang Xuan quickly attempted to rectify his statement, but he soon realized that further explanations would only dig him into a deeper hole. This was a topic best left untouched, especially now that their priority was escaping the looming threat.

The colossal, otherworldly creature atop the distant mountain seemed to have sensed their presence and was relentlessly pursuing them.

"These spiritually-attuned creatures are truly terrifying; they can detect us!" Wang Xuan's expression darkened as he spoke.

In the background, ancient trees shattered, and the massive crocodile's pursuit left a trail of destruction. Thorny underbrush was obliterated, and sturdy trees were snapped like twigs. The situation grew increasingly dire.

Wang Xuan had an epiphany; the young crocodiles they encountered earlier were indeed just juveniles, as he had inadvertently deduced.

"Am I some kind of magnet for unusual creatures?" he pondered. He knew that this wasn't mere happenstance. The secret realm was teeming with diverse and extraordinary creatures, and it seemed he was attracting them all.

"It's getting closer!" Zhao Qinghan, her grip firm on Wang Xuan's back, observed the terrifying silhouette of the creature on the distant mountain peak. Its presence was overwhelmingly oppressive.

In their desperate bid to escape, Wang Xuan knew that outrunning this colossal and formidable pursuer was their only chance for survival.

The colossal crocodile left a trail of chaos in its wake, effortlessly tearing apart a colossal mountain tortoise, standing three stories tall. The sight of blood splattering across the forest painted an unsettling image.

This mountain tortoise boasted incredible defensive capabilities, impervious even to Grandmasters. Yet, in the face of the colossal crocodile, it proved utterly defenseless, disintegrating into pieces in a matter of seconds.

Wang Xuan was drenched in cold sweat, coming to terms with the staggering disparity. Despite his Grandmaster status, within the confines of the hidden realm, he was little more than an infant compared to certain extraordinary creatures. The gap was simply insurmountable.

If they were discovered and caught by the colossal crocodile, there would be little doubt about their fate. A single swipe of its tail would render them a gruesome concoction of flesh and bone.

As they sprinted for their lives, Wang Xuan contemplated the possibility of turning the tables. Could he master the Golden Body Technique to its ninth or tenth level, allowing him to confront the colossal crocodile and turn it into minced meat?

Fortunately, though the colossal crocodile relentlessly pursued them, it failed to pinpoint their exact location. It would periodically veer off course, only to correct its path later.

Wang Xuan took a daring leap from a high vantage point, covering over a mile in one go. Behind them, the cliff edge from which he had descended exploded as the colossal crocodile revealed its menacing form.

Numerous rocks tumbled into the nearby forest, sending startled beasts of all kinds fleeing in a panic.

Thankfully, as it drew perilously close this time, the colossal crocodile once again strayed from their path.

"Could it be after the crocodile meat?" Wang Xuan pondered aloud.

Returning to the urgency of their situation, Wang Xuan urged, "Let's consume these swiftly before too much time elapses; otherwise, we risk losing some of the medicinal properties."

Zhao Qinghan gathered her damp, resplendent locks and offered a composed smile. Her already fair and delicate complexion now shimmered with a soft radiance, accentuated by the glistening water droplets. She replied, "You go ahead. If it proves highly beneficial to you, consume them all. In this perilous wilderness, your immediate strength gain is of paramount importance."

"Am I the type to hoard everything for myself? Come on!" Wang Xuan insisted, extending the lotus towards her.

Shaking her head, her wet tresses adorned with transparent droplets, Zhao Qinghan declined. Even though her elegant face bore the marks of recent exertion, she resembled a water nymph emerging from a serene pool.

"I'll be safer if your strength is bolstered. So, don't hesitate, Xiao Wang," she said earnestly, her decision unwavering.

Her resolute nature didn't allow for dawdling over decisions. However, as she leaned forward to push away the offered lotus, there was a fleeting break in her usual composure. She quickly righted herself, mindful of her drenched clothes, ensuring her graceful contours remained concealed. Her words fell silent.

Wang Xuan responded with a warm smile, his countenance beaming. Understanding her wishes, he didn't press the matter any further. Instead, he wholeheartedly embraced the opportunity, consuming the spiritual lotus with a hearty appetite. Then, closing his eyes, he immersed himself in quiet contemplation.

The spiritual lotus continued to work its wonders as Wang Xuan's mental faculties stirred and his spiritual domain expanded. Its effects exceeded his initial expectations.

Originally, Wang Xuan possessed only a partial and incomplete mental domain. However, the spiritual lotus activated his innate spiritual energy, amplifying his mental strength and allowing his spiritual domain to develop more fully.

Sitting in a meditative position, Wang Xuan focused on the intricate text of "Elemental Forge of the Divine," a scripture he had learned from Qin Hong during their previous encounter. With each passing moment, his spiritual domain became more solidified, and his mental power grew stronger, laying a solid foundation for advancing into the coveted "Enlightenment" stage within the realm of the extraordinary.

After this profound experience, he decided to consume the second spiritual lotus. However, he stopped halfway through devouring half of the delicate flower. The effects had diminished significantly, and his mental domain had achieved a remarkable state of stability, showing no further discernible changes.

Wang Xuan placed the half-eaten flower down and noticed that Zhao Qinghan was looking at him with an unusual expression—a mixture of surprise and realization.

"What's wrong?" he asked, not sure what might have gone awry.

"Your face... it's peeling," Zhao Qinghan remarked.

Startled, Wang Xuan touched his face, and he immediately understood. While he had been focusing on his mental domain, his body had undergone a slow transformation. His Elemental Body Technique, having reached the pinnacle of the sixth stage, was now slowly transitioning to the seventh stage. After practicing the Elemental Body Technique for so long, every cell in his body remembered the technique. With the nourishment from the spiritual lotus, the Elemental Body Technique was advancing alongside his physical form.

"How did you start shedding your skin?" Zhao Qinghan noticed that Wang Xuan wasn't only experiencing peeling on his face but also on his neck and hands.

Wang Xuan realized that he had unintentionally revealed some of his secrets. Zhao Qinghan was exceptionally perceptive and was likely forming various accurate speculations.

"The sun in this remote area is quite intense," he replied calmly while subtly adjusting his posture, allowing the Elemental Body Technique to fully unfold. He could feel his strength increasing substantially.

Zhao Qinghan continued to stare at him, her curiosity piqued. She couldn't help but think that Wang Xuan's excuse was quite the fabrication. After all, his new complexion was incredibly smooth. She secretly yearned to touch it, thinking that this technique would be perfect for her.