64: Investment feedback, initial success of the Golden Elixir

Outside the Ancient Hall, gray mist surged. The shadows of the Guixu Cult and the roars of Demonic Beasts acted like invisible shackles, oppressing this ruined land. However, inside the Ancient Hall, due to the immense Spell power brought by Lin Xuan's Breakthrough to the Mid-stage Golden Core and the nourishment from that wisp of Earth Vein Origin, a relatively stable Domain was temporarily formed. This environment was excellent for the Three women, who were at the Foundation Establishment Peak and seeking the opportunity for Core Condensation.

Su Wanqing sat cross-legged in the corner. The Taiyin Moon Essence was no longer a cold flow, but had transformed into solid ice-blue light bands, wrapping her like a cocoon. The Foundation Establishment Dao Platform inside her body shook violently. Spiritual Qi on it was madly compressed and condensed, and a trace of Extreme Yin and Extreme Cold Origin Power was drawn from the depths of her Bloodline, merging with the residual Primordial Qi outside. The solid barrier leading to the Golden Core Dao was finally shaken under the invisible protection of Lin Xuan's Spell power fluctuations and her own profound accumulation. A spiritual light suddenly appeared in her Sea of Consciousness, and a transparent Golden Core Phantom, emanating chilling coldness, slowly condensed, then solidified from illusion, spinning stably! Her aura suddenly surged, and her life level underwent a leap, officially stepping into the Early Golden Core Stage! She opened her eyes, Divine Light contained within her icy gaze. Looking at Lin Xuan's back guarding the hall entrance, a trace of extremely faint, almost imperceptible warmth flashed across her cold face.

Almost simultaneously, Qu Feiyan's aura on the other side also became ethereal and dangerous. The Blood-Colored Lotus Phantom behind her was no longer a simple condensation of Evil Qi; its petals bloomed layer by layer, nurturing a spiritual light at the center, seemingly enacting the creation and destruction of the Dao of Charm. The ancient rhythm she sensed in the Earth Vein Core was mutually verified by her own Secret Tradition of Hundred Flowers Valley, leading to a massive release of accumulated power. Within her Dantian, Spell power frantically collapsed, and a gorgeous Golden Core, carrying an alluring and decadent aura, suddenly formed! Her cultivation fiercely Broke Through to the Early Golden Core Stage! The essence of her Seduction Skill also seemed to become purer and deeper due to this Core Formation. Her red lips curved slightly. The look in her eyes toward Lin Xuan had less deliberate teasing and more genuine scrutiny and an indescribable interest.

Gongsun Yu bore the greatest pressure. Her Aptitude was relatively ordinary, relying entirely on an unyielding will and the resources provided by Lin Xuan. The thunder light silver ring floated above her head. Channels of Extreme Yang Thunder not only tempered the silver ring but also repeatedly struck her nascent Golden Core Phantom. Sweat soaked her hair, but her gaze remained determined. Finally, stimulated by the Dao rhythm of Su Wanqing and Qu Feiyan’s successful Core Formation, her slightly mixed Golden Core Phantom suddenly solidified amidst the thousand refinements of the thunder, transforming into a Golden Core wreathed in electric light and possessing a righteous aura! Although slightly immature, her Foundation was solid. Her cultivation stabilized at the Early Golden Core Stage! She let out a long breath. Lightning Arcs danced around her body, and her eyes were filled with joy and confidence for the path ahead.

Although Lin Xuan had his back to the Three women, focusing entirely on guarding the outside, his powerful Divine Sense at the Mid-stage Golden Core and his control over his own Spell power fluctuations allowed him to know everything happening inside the hall. Feeling the Spiritual Qi Tide caused by the Three women successfully completing Core Formation and their life essence transforming, he felt relieved. At the same time, the System Notification Sound in his mind rang out appropriately:

[Ding! Detected Investment Target 'Su Wanqing' successfully condensed a Golden Core, potential significantly enhanced. Host receives Investment Feedback: Taiyin Power Affinity slightly increased, Divine Sense Strength marginally enhanced.]

[Ding! Detected Investment Target 'Qu Feiyan' successfully condensed a Golden Core, Dao of Charm refined. Host receives Investment Feedback: Mental Resistance slightly increased, obtained Secret Technique 'Concealed Aura and Illusory Form' (can slightly change one's aura and Appearance).]

[Ding! Detected Investment Target 'Gongsun Yu' successfully condensed a Golden Core, Foundation stabilized. Host receives Investment Feedback: Physical Body Strength marginally enhanced, Lightning Spells Casting Speed increased by 5%.]

A cool, slightly icy intent integrated into Lin Xuan's Sea of Consciousness, making his perception of Yin Attribute energy slightly more acute, and his Divine Sense range expanded slightly. At the same time, he felt his resistance to Mental Impact seemed stronger, and a method for concealing aura and changing appearance appeared in his mind. A tingling sensation faintly came from his Physical Body, as if tempered by minute electrical currents, making the execution of Lightning Techniques seem smoother.

"Investment Feedback... it arrived exactly as expected." Lin Xuan understood in his heart. The System not only returned resources, but when the investment targets achieved major Breakthroughs, he could also directly gain attribute and ability enhancements! This further confirmed the correctness of his "Investment" strategy.

He suppressed his thoughts and looked sharply outside the hall. Although the commotion caused by the Three women condensing their Golden Cores simultaneously was weakened by the Ancient Hall, it was hard to ensure it wouldn't alert the entities outside.

Sure enough, within the gray mist, the three Vague Black Shadows quietly reappeared. Their crimson gazes penetrated the fog, locking onto the Ancient Hall. Their aura was more restless than before. The successive successful Core Formation auras inside the hall, especially the pure power contained within the three New Golden Cores, created an irresistible temptation for them.

"Stabilize your Realms and prepare to Meet the Enemy." Lin Xuan's voice was calm but carried an undeniable resolution, reaching the ears of the Three women who had just completed their Breakthroughs and were adapting to the power of the Golden Core.

Su Wanqing's Ice Sword chimed softly. The coldness around her was restrained, yet she appeared even more dangerous. Qu Feiyan smiled sweetly, her charm naturally emanating, and a silent Force Field was quietly deployed. Gongsun Yu gripped the thunder light silver ring, lightning flashing in her eyes, eager to try her strength.

Lin Xuan felt the surging Spell power within him and the newly acquired ability enhancements. Facing the gradually clarifying crisis outside the hall, his Battle Intent slowly rose.

His Investment was beginning to show preliminary "Compound Returns." And now was the time to verify these returns and continue expanding his "Investment" Scope.