284: Facing the Three Thousand Flames

That day, when Xuan Kongzi presented Lin Xiu with an award, even for the champion's prize, he didn't see a hint of excitement in the boy.

On the contrary, when the Star Domain and the Three Thousand Burning Flame were mentioned, a flicker of anticipation flashed in Lin Xiu's eyes.

Xuan Kongzi had caught that fleeting expression at the time.

Coupled with the flame that broke through the Dan Realm that day, Xuan Kongzi had already learned from Yao Chen that this boy had four different kinds of Heavenly Flames within his body.

Although he didn't understand how Lin Xiu managed to accommodate four Heavenly Flames simultaneously.

But Xuan Kongzi was clear that Lin Xiu's desire for the Three Thousand Burning Flame was absolutely the strongest among everyone.

However, as one of the Pill Tower's giants, he often maintained the Star Domain's Seal and was very aware of the Three Thousand Burning Flame's power.

Not wanting to see a rising Genius in the alchemy world fall, Xuan Kongzi said a few extra words.

"Thank you, Elder, for your concern. I know what I'm doing."

Lin Xiu glanced at the bead, put it away, smiled at Xuan Kongzi, and then walked into the crowd.

"What did the teacher tell you?"

Cao Ying saw him and asked in a low voice.

"He said I'm a one-in-a-million Genius, and the Three Thousand Burning Flame hasn't been taken by anyone until now because it's waiting for me."

Lin Xiu spoke nonsense with a straight face.

He originally expected Cao Ying to retort, but the result was somewhat unexpected.

Cao Ying rolled her eyes at him, "You'd better be serious; the Three Thousand Burning Flame isn't that simple."

"Uh... are you concerned about me?"

Lin Xiu was a little surprised.

"Stop being so narcissistic."

Cao Ying turned her head away, but coincidentally, the tips of her reddened ears were exposed to Lin Xiu's view.

Lin Xiu touched his cheek. Had his charm become that great?

At this moment, he felt gazes upon him. Looking back, it was a few people from the top ten of the Pill Gathering.

Their faces showed friendly smiles, and they nodded slightly, as if greeting him.

Lin Xiu returned the gesture.

There should be no surprises this time. Old Mu Gu was eliminated early by himself in the Dan Realm. Surely, there wouldn't be anyone from the Hall of Souls causing trouble again, right?

Xuan Kongzi and the two others each formed a hand Seal, and three streams of power converged, slowly revealing a spatial door.

Before the spatial door could stabilize, a white-robed figure landed in front of Lin Xiu and the others.

He introduced himself: "I am Qiu Ling, the Pill Tower's Grand Elder. This time, I will lead you into the Star Domain. You must obey my commands at all times. If there is any resistance, I have the right to revoke your qualification."

As he spoke, the spatial door had already stabilized.

Xuan Kongzi and the two others nodded at Qiu Ling, who understood and gestured to Lin Xiu and the others.

"Follow me."

He was the first to step through the portal, and the others followed suit.

As soon as he entered the Star Domain, Lin Xiu felt the Heavenly Flames within his body suddenly become scorching hot.

And equally scorching hot was his heart.

The Three Thousand Burning Flame is also known as the Undying Flame, capable of continuously regenerating with the power of the starry sky.

His Physique was already that of a Demonic Beast; a human Physique simply couldn't compare to his.

Once he obtained the Three Thousand Burning Flame, his Physique's recovery speed would be greatly enhanced. In a sense, he would become an immortal and indestructible divine body.

Undoubtedly, this would provide immense help in combat.

Imagine a Demonic Beast with infinite recovery abilities. How would you fight it? Its power is not something a human body can withstand.

If you can't defeat it immediately, then it can absolutely punch by punch, using its physical strength to beat you into collapse.

"If I raise the Nine Thousand Thunder Movement to the Heaven Rank, my speed will definitely increase. Coupled with my strength, it wouldn't be a dream to punch someone into outer space."

Lin Xiu took a light breath, calming the constantly expanding anticipation in his heart.

After absorbing the Three Thousand Burning Flame, he would surely advance to Dou Zun, and it would be about time to return to the academy.

So many Fighting Skills, keeping them on him was worthless; giving them to the academy was a good choice.

The group traveled for a long time in the Star Domain, constantly changing direction.

Because there were many fissures in the Star Domain, one could easily enter the Void Realm behind them if not careful, so Qiu Ling was very cautious.

Finally, as the temperature grew higher and higher, and everyone enveloped their bodies in Dou Qi, Qiu Ling slowed down.

Lin Xiu looked into the distance. In the depths of the dark starry sky, a scorching light suddenly illuminated.

When they got a little closer, everyone involuntarily let out gasps, their faces filled with shock.

An enormous, seemingly endless giant Dragon was coiled in the Void Realm.

Its Dragon eyes were closed, and a layer of purplish-black flame was attached to the scales all over its body.

The surrounding space near the flames constantly twisted, as if unable to withstand the high temperature.

"Everyone, this is the Three Thousand Burning Flame. It is currently in a Seal state. You may come forward and try one by one."

Qiu Ling turned around, his gaze sweeping over everyone, a hint of sternness in his eyes, "Remember, you can only use gentle methods. You must not awaken it from its slumber!"

After speaking, he looked at Lin Xiu.

"Let them go first."

Lin Xiu waved his hand, indicating. It wasn't easy for these people to come to the Star Domain, so they should at least get to touch the Three Thousand Burning Flame.

Qiu Ling was startled, said nothing, and gestured for Cao Ying to step forward.

Although it was called subduing, it was actually more like communicating with the Three Thousand Burning Flame.

Cao Ying placed her palm on a scale on the giant Dragon's forehead.

After a brief moment, there was no reaction at all.

She turned to look at Qiu Ling, displaying a helpless expression.

Next was Dan Chen, the young girl from the Dan family.

The result was the same as Cao Ying's.

The others successively stepped forward to try, but none had any success.

"Lin Xiu, it's your turn."

Having seen this scene many times, Qiu Ling was now accustomed to it and only waited for Lin Xiu to try before leading everyone back the way they came.

Tap, tap!

Lin Xiu walked towards the giant Dragon.

Before he could even get close, the giant Dragon's massive Dragon eyes trembled slightly and slowly opened.

"Human... on your body... such strong flame Qi..."

Intermittent sounds came from the giant Dragon's mouth. Perhaps it hadn't spoken for too long, as its voice became more coherent towards the end.

Lin Xiu's figure was reflected in those Dragon eyes, which were also filled with a strong look of greed.

Heavenly Flames do not mix with each other; they are all composed of pure flame energy.

Therefore, when they encounter each other, flames will generate a desire to devour one another.

At this moment, in the eyes of the Three Thousand Burning Flame, Lin Xiu was the most delicious food it had ever seen.

"To this day, you are the most intelligent Heavenly Flame I have encountered. If you submit to me now, I can take you away and preserve your intelligence."

Lin Xiu stood before the Dragon's head, slowly raising his head, meeting its majestic gaze without backing down.

Behind him, Qiu Ling frowned. The previous nine people had tried one after another, and the Three Thousand Burning Flame remained unmoved.

He hadn't expected Lin Xiu to step forward and for it to speak actively... Could Lin Xiu be the one destined, the person the Three Thousand Burning Flame was waiting for?

"Can't you be a little more polite, you fellow? Maybe if you spoke nicely, the Three Thousand Burning Flame would agree."

Cao Ying heard Lin Xiu's words and was a little exasperated. What an idiot! What if you anger it? What will you do then?

How terrifying the Three Thousand Burning Flame was could be seen from the dense black chains covering its body.

Even the Pill Tower had to deal with it so seriously. Seeing Lin Xiu speak in such a tone, she was more anxious than Lin Xiu.

"Foolish human!"

Flames ignited in those Dragon eyes, engulfing Lin Xiu's reflected figure as if to burn him to ashes, "Get out!"

A cold and angry growl spread across this Star Domain.

A worried expression appeared on Cao Ying's small face, and the few people who came with her also had varied expressions, some gloating, others looking worried.

Qiu Ling frowned deeply, "Lin Xiu, the Three Thousand Burning Flame seems a bit unstable. Do you still want to try?"