Chapter 1406: Staying at the Sky Dragon Hermitage

Chapter 1406: Chapter 1406: Staying at the Sky Dragon Hermitage

“Furthermore, your performance in this Future Newcomer’s Challenge was too outstanding. Aside from the Mother of Deep Red, there is concern that opposing races might target you. So, staying here in the pavilion is relatively safer. I’ve already discussed this with the First Seat. Moving forward, you will remain here to cultivate. Besides, you’ve earned quite a number of Long Tianyang Crystal Stones this time. Remember, you must not overuse them. Excessive life energy isn’t always a good thing; you might not be able to harmonize it. If there are any difficulties in your cultivation, feel free to ask me. Also, you can start trying to cultivate the Dragon Controlling Technique. Of course, you can also wait until after reaching God Rank to begin.”

Lan Xuanyu was slightly startled and asked, “Dragon Controlling Technique? What is that?”

Zhong Zhichang replied, “It is naturally the method of fusion between Dragon Knights and their Mount Dragons. Did you think that our Dragon Knights merely fight alongside their Mount Dragons solely through direct cooperation? The true art of Dragon Knight combat lies in their complete integration.”

“So that’s the case. Then, in your opinion, should we start cultivating it now, or wait until after breaking through to God Rank?” Lan Xuanyu humbly inquired.

Zhong Zhichang pondered for a moment before responding, “It’s better to wait. Ordinarily, if a Dragon Knight already has a Mount Dragon, the earlier one starts cultivating the Dragon Controlling Technique, the better, as it enhances synergy. This cohesion is invaluable when making a joint breakthrough in the future. However, your situation is somewhat unique. The level of your bloodline is extraordinarily high, and you’re also suppressing your cultivation. For you, it’s better not to divide your focus at this time. Concentrate on suppressing your cultivation. Begin cultivating the Dragon Controlling Technique after achieving God Rank—it won’t be too late. This ensures that your current cultivation won’t be compromised. Since you can suppress, strive to suppress it to the utmost limit.”

Bai Xiuxiu asked, “Second Seat, if cultivation is suppressed now and later breakthroughs are made, does it differ significantly from breaking through first and then cultivating?” Her circumstances were different from Lan Xuanyu’s, so she wasn’t sure if it was better for her to break through to God Rank first or to suppress her cultivation as much as possible.

Zhong Zhichang shot her a glance and said, “The process of suppressing cultivation is like a spring within your body—the more the spring is compressed, the more explosive the rebound when released. That is the benefit of suppressing cultivation. Of course, be careful not to suppress yourself to a breaking point; overdoing it in any matter leads to harm. Set a clear goal for yourself, and once that goal is achieved, break through immediately. During the breakthrough, do not hesitate. Be resolute and release all the suppressed cultivation in one burst. The extent of your progress depends on your talent and cultivation, but the step from human to god represents the most crucial leap in your cultivation journey. It is a transformative process. Even though the subsequent advancement from God Rank to True God Rank or even Ultra Divine involves significant power enhancement, it isn’t a transformation. Your innate talent and potential during this transformation will largely determine the space for your future growth.”

Bai Xiuxiu nodded. “I understand. Thank you.”

Zhong Zhichang turned to look at Lan Xuanyu. “Do you plan to break through together, or one at a time?”

Lan Xuanyu replied, “If possible, breaking through together would be better. I should be able to help Xiuxiu achieve greater heights. But I’m worried about the immense power of the lightning tribulation I’m bound to encounter during my breakthrough. So, I’m still debating.” This was the truth. He truly hadn’t decided whether to make his breakthrough first, let Bai Xiuxiu break through first while he safeguarded her, or make their breakthroughs together.

Zhong Zhichang gazed deeply into his eyes and said, “If I were you, I’d choose to break through alone. Your breakthroughs are likely to be entirely different. Breaking through together might do her more harm than good. If anything goes wrong, both form and soul could be annihilated.”

Upon hearing the last four words, Lan Xuanyu’s heart trembled. Did this Second Seat perceive that his bloodline would draw an even more terrifying lightning tribulation? He turned his head to look at Bai Xiuxiu.

Bai Xiuxiu said, “Whatever works for me, I’ll listen to Sister.”

Her habit of addressing him as “Sister” had become increasingly natural. Lan Xuanyu contemplated for a moment and said, “In that case, we’ll accumulate power first and decide when approaching the breakthrough. By the way, Second Seat, I have a request. When I make my breakthrough, could I do it near the Ascending Dragon Platform? I have a faint feeling that the place is linked to me and might be the most suitable place for my breakthrough.”

Zhong Zhichang nodded. “That shouldn’t be a problem. If you can once again summon the Seven-Colored Energy within the Ascending Dragon Platform to assist your breakthrough, that would be perfect. I will report this to the First Seat. At that time, we’ll try to personally provide protection during your breakthrough.”

Lan Xuanyu’s heart clenched slightly, itching to say, “That truly won’t be necessary.” If they were all present, how would he fully harness the Dragon God’s power stored within the Ascending Dragon Platform? Wouldn’t it end up benefiting them instead?

However, he clearly couldn’t voice that aloud. All he could do was express his gratitude sincerely.

Zhong Zhichang said, “Alright. You’ve worked hard this time. Your progress has been impressive and eye-opening. From now on, breakthroughs are your most important task. I will arrange for you to not be disturbed until you finish. Once you’ve broken through to God Rank, I will request the First Seat to allow you into the Dragon Realm for secluded cultivation, ignoring external matters. I hope that by the time you leave the Dragon Realm, you truly become Dragon Knights.”

Lan Xuanyu and Bai Xiuxiu respectfully responded, “Thank you, Second Seat.”

Bidding farewell to the Dawn Dragon Knight, Lan Xuanyu and Bai Xiuxiu returned to their designated residence in the Sky Dragon Pavilion. They would remain there for the foreseeable future, unable to leave.

Lan Xuanyu furrowed his brows. Staying behind to cultivate was naturally no issue for them as cultivating in the Sky Dragon Pavilion was much more effective than in the Dragon Power Hall. However, the only concern was the lack of communication. What if the Dragon Knights discovered any anomalies?

At this moment, their primary challenge was how to transmit the crucial information they had obtained on Sky Horse Star back to the federation: the impending establishment of the Dragon Horse Federation and the situation regarding the Mother of Deep Red. These were matters of extreme significance.

Upon returning to their room, they activated soundproofing and shielding. Bai Xiuxiu cast an inquisitive glance at Lan Xuanyu.

Lan Xuanyu gestured for her to wait. Then, a faint, indistinct radiance emanated from his body. Moments later, the light encased the two of them in a hazy, dreamlike shroud.

“It’s done. I asked Ah Bao to conceal our voices and simulate the scenario of us beginning cultivation,” Lan Xuanyu explained.

Apart from Long Tianyang, he hadn’t encountered anyone capable of seeing through the Treasure Hunting Beast’s abilities.

“What should we do now? How do we relay the information back?” Bai Xiuxiu immediately inquired, fully aware of the importance of delivering the intelligence.

Lan Xuanyu said, “It’s indeed challenging. The biggest problem is that we cannot leave here. Every move we make in the Sky Dragon Pavilion is undoubtedly under the watchful eyes of the Dragon Knights. Leaving rashly would be immediately noticed. Space teleportation is also indiscreet. The spatial fluctuations would be too conspicuous.”

Bai Xiuxiu’s eyes narrowed slightly. “What if I stop suppressing my cultivation? If I try to break through, you might find an opportunity to slip away. Breaking through to God Rank will definitely invoke lightning tribulation, which will disrupt the space. There might be a chance then.”

“No,” Lan Xuanyu decisively rejected her suggestion. “Breaking through without preparation is risky for you, and even then, I might not succeed in delivering the information. Zhong Zhichang just said it: the step from human to god is a transformation, the most crucial step of our cultivation. He’s right. Breaking through together is too dangerous. At that moment, I might not even be able to protect you. On the way back, I thought it through. I think it’s better if I break through first. Once I reach God Rank and achieve the Dragon God’s bloodline, I will guard you through your breakthrough. This way, the chances of success will be much higher.”

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