170: Chapter 170 Swallow the Bone Spirit Cold Flame! Fire Child: What a clever Xun'er!

"Right, how did you do it!?"

Xiao Yan repeated Old Yao's question; he felt he could even call Xiao Ting "Brother" now.

The Heavenly Flame he had regretfully decided to give up on had actually appeared before him like this.

But he didn't dare accept it; if Xiao Ting had taken the Heavenly Flame out from under the Sky Burning Qi Refining Tower for him, it would be better to return it.

"An exchange." Xiao Ting took out the Skyfire Jade Bone Sword from his storage ring and smiled. "The Fallen Heart Flame of Jia Nan Academy once had a master, a Five-Star Dou Zun powerhouse. While exploring the Lava World beneath the Heavenly Flame, he discovered a second, newly formed Fallen Heart Flame."

"He wanted to control two Heavenly Flames at the same time but suffered a backlash, causing the previously refined Heavenly Flame to become ownerless."

"Later, the current Headmaster of Jia Nan Academy discovered this Fallen Heart Flame and used various means to build the Sky Burning Qi Refining Tower."

"Before that, Jia Nan Academy didn't have the Sky Burning Qi Refining Tower either. What truly attracted talents from across the continent to study here was the collection in the Library Pavilion, which contains many Earth-tier Qi Methods and Dou Techniques."

"After I broke through to Dou Huang, I went for a tour in the Lava World beneath the Fallen Heart Flame and unexpectedly discovered that senior's soul and the newborn Fallen Heart Flame."

"Using that newborn Fallen Heart Flame, along with promising to help the academy refine medicinal pills for a period of time, I successfully exchanged it for this mature Fallen Heart Flame."

"As for why this Fallen Heart Flame is so obedient in front of me, that's my secret."

Hearing this answer, Xiao Yan was instantly overjoyed.

This was truly a turn for the better; Xiao Ting had actually found a newborn Fallen Heart Flame to exchange for a mature one for him.

As long as he devoured the Fallen Heart Flame, his Burning Technique could evolve again, his cultivation would skyrocket, and his speed of becoming stronger would increase.

However, while Old Yao was happy, his attention was on that Jade Bone Sword, and he released a trace of soul pressure.

"I am Venerable Skyfire. Greetings, Venerable Yao."

Yao Tianhuo's soul manifested and he cupped his fists toward Yao Chen.

"Greetings." A flash of realization crossed Yao Chen's eyes.

This kid Xiao Ting really has good luck, actually rescuing a Dou Zun's soul.

"This sword is also for you." Xiao Ting threw the Jade Bone Sword to Xiao Yan. "When the time comes, Third Brother, remember to help Senior Skyfire resurrect. Consider it a return for the favor of the Heavenly Flame."

"No problem." Xiao Yan readily agreed; this was something that should be done anyway.

"The Heavenly Flame, the Jade Bone Sword, and Senior Skyfire's soul are given to you. Now, it's my turn." A glint of anticipation flashed in Xiao Ting's eyes. "Old Yao, Brother Yan, please release the Bone Chilling Flame and Green Lotus Core Flame for a moment."

"Aren't you already familiar with the Green Lotus Core Flame?" Xiao Yan looked puzzled, but his movements weren't slow, and he immediately released the Green Lotus Core Flame.

Yao Chen didn't speak; he simply tapped his forehead and released the Bone Chilling Flame.

"I just want to conduct an experiment."

Xiao Ting raised his hand and released the Purple Heaven Flame, first enveloping the Green Lotus Core Flame.

After about three breaths, he received feedback from the Purple Heaven Flame. It had already analyzed, devoured, and merged with the characteristics of the Green Lotus Core Flame. From now on, it could take root in magma to devour energy and grow stronger.

In short, under the protection of the Purple Heaven Flame, entering the Lava World would be like going home—like a fish in water—and he could also grow stronger rapidly.

Following that, he did the same, enveloping the Bone Chilling Flame with the Purple Heaven Flame.

This time, it lasted for about ten breaths before he received the feedback.

It had merged with the characteristics of the Bone Chilling Flame. When needed, it could release an extremely cold power that directly targeted the soul. If in a cold place, it might even devour the world's cold energy to grow slightly stronger.

This feeling was as if the Purple Heaven Flame itself had practiced the Burning Technique; while its own level remained unchanged, it could merge with more flame characteristics. It was extremely powerful.

"Eh?"

Xiao Ting sensed a unique and hidden soul imprint within the Bone Chilling Flame.

If no accident occurred, it should be the only thing Han Shanshan left in this world.

"Once my strength is sufficient, I can tell Old Yao about this. It would be a fitting return for his teachings on alchemy."

Xiao Ting released the Bone Chilling Flame and smiled at Old Yao and Xiao Yan. "My business is done. Brother Yan, find a suitable place to refine the Heavenly Flame. I'm going to find Xun'er."

Xiao Yan: "..."

If it weren't for the existence of women like Xiao Yi Xian, Qing Lin, Yun Yun, and Medusa Caili, he would seriously suspect this younger brother was henpecked.

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"Xun'er, I'm here!"

With a slight sense from the Purple Heaven Flame, Xiao Ting locked onto the location of the Golden Emperor Sky Burning Flame, thereby finding the small courtyard where Xun'er lived in the backyard.

"Brother Xiao Ting." Xun'er came to the courtyard entrance, her beautiful eyes bright and moving.

"I've broken through to Dou Huang. Now, aside from refining medicine, I can have some leisure time." Xiao Ting naturally took Xun'er's delicate hand.

The two chatted as if no one else were around, laughing as they walked into the courtyard.

"You two, can't you see someone standing right here?" Huo Zhi crossed her arms and spoke irritably.

A living person like her, a Dou Zun powerhouse standing right here, was actually being ignored?

Ignoring her was one thing, but these two made her feel inexplicably stuffed.

"Oh, so there is someone else here." Xiao Ting put on a surprised expression and then raised an eyebrow. "Don't you think you're in the way when Xun'er and I are alone together?"

"Didn't I get here first?"

"Do you understand the difference between intimacy and distance? Who's talking about first-come, first-served with you?" Xiao Ting raised his hand, which was holding Xun'er's.

"Intimacy and distance?" Huo Zhi slightly lifted her chin, her red veil fluttering. "I've shared a bed with Xun'er. Have you?"

Xun'er: ?

If you want to be bickering rivals with Brother Xiao Ting, don't use me as a shield.

"Brother Xiao Ting, Xun'er hasn't slept with her, even though she is a woman," Xun'er said immediately.

Huo Zhi: ?

When Xiao Ting wasn't around, they were like sisters, but now she wasn't giving her any face.

"So someone was just being sentimental. I understand." Xiao Ting smiled calmly.

Huo Zhi clenched her fists and snorted. "You're just good with words. Let me tell you, I recently gave Xun'er an eighth-tier natural treasure, which is beneficial for her cultivation of the Golden Emperor Sky Burning Flame. It'll be quite something if you don't ask her for benefits yourself, right?"

This overbearing air of a daughter from an Ancient Clan was played perfectly.

"Brother Xiao Ting, she insisted on giving it to me. Anything I give you is of my own free will," Xun'er said immediately.

Huo Zhi: [Shattered]!

"No need to explain, Xun'er. There's no need to be so formal between us." Xiao Ting smiled and raised his hand, summoning the Purple Heaven Flame. "But having not seen you for so many days, I have indeed prepared a gift for you. I hope you like it."

"It's not too precious, but it's definitely better than some eighth-tier natural treasure."

"Hmph~" Huo Zhi crossed her arms, her eyes full of doubt. "Big talk!"