Top-tier Unruly Master-Chapter 1621 - 1658: Unsurpassable
Ah Du was even more shocked in his heart because this cold aura was extremely cold, even the ground could instantly form a solid ice sheet. This Arctic Chill was exceedingly cold, yet what shocked Ah Du was that he himself did not feel much of the cold.
Ah Du knew that if he could feel this cold, even if he maximized his True Qi, it would be difficult to resist this Arctic Chill. He knew the reason he couldn’t feel this cold was because Ding Fan was involved. He was amazed that Ding Fan could manipulate this Arctic Chill; it was simply unbelievable!
At this moment, Ah Du did not feel much gratitude towards Ding Fan; instead, he felt a wave of dejection. He originally thought that when faced with such resilient vines, even if Ding Fan was more powerful than himself, he wouldn’t have a way to handle them, and they would have the same outcome. But unexpectedly, Ding Fan could control the Arctic Chill, not only freeing himself from the predicament but also saving Ah Du.
Thus, Ah Du’s heart grew even more dissatisfied with Ding Fan, and this also made him feel very dejected, realizing the gap between himself and the other was greater than he had imagined.
After a moment, Ah Du’s body somewhat recovered, then he followed Ding Fan to slash at those attacking vines with their Longswords. Although he was very dissatisfied with Ding Fan, he knew that this was not the time to compete with him, because those vines and branches were still relentlessly attacking, and he needed to work together with Ding Fan to resolve the current crisis first.
Soon, Guo Linn also recovered and joined Ding Fan and Ah Du. As Guo Linn carefully slashed at those vines and branches, he gratefully spoke to Ding Fan:
"Brother, thank you for saving my life. I’ll probably never be able to repay this in my lifetime..."
"Thank you."
Ah Du heard Guo Linn’s gratitude towards Ding Fan, and his tone slightly cooled as he spoke, although he wasn’t very willing to say such words. However, since the other had saved his life, if he could turn back time to make a choice, he would prefer Ding Fan had not saved him, and instead, they both died together. At least it would make him feel that even though the other’s strength was superior, it wasn’t overwhelmingly so; both dying together seemed fair.
"Now is not the time to talk about this. The situation isn’t as good as we thought. Let’s first figure out how to solve these issues, otherwise, not to mention getting the treasure from the Sword Washing Pool, whether we can get out alive is a problem."
Ding Fan said solemnly to the two, having already released his Divine Sense. He observed that the situation nearby was not very favorable; countless strange vines surrounded their location, and even from a distance, all the vines in this whole ancient tree area seemed alive, wriggling in place, while the closer vines and branches were all converging towards them.
Guo Linn heard Ding Fan’s words, feeling heavyhearted, and his face was very serious as he continued to swing his Longsword, constantly slashing those intruding vines. Consequently, the Arctic Chill released by Ding Fan made those vines that pierced into Ding Fan’s cold area slightly frozen, slowing them down.
Thus, the Longswords of Guo Linn and Ah Du could equally cut through these vines, and at the moment, the ground beneath the three was very safe due to the thick layer of ice formed by Ding Fan’s Arctic Chill emanating from his feet. Vines or branches approaching would be frozen.
The vines and branches that Ding Fan and the others had cut down accumulated in such number that they formed half-meter-high walls of frozen debris around them.
Although numerous vines and branches continued to attack Ding Fan and the others, they posed no threat, and cutting through them wasn’t laborious for the three. Therefore, they were able to breathe a slight sigh of relief.
Shortly thereafter, Ding Fan produced three Medicine Pills, one for enhancing Divine Vigor and True Qi. Ding Fan took one himself and handed one each to Guo Linn and Ah Du, saying:
"Take it, and conserve your energy as best you can."
Guo Linn and Ah Du accepted the Medicine Pills and were shocked to see the Supreme Quality Medicine Pills once again. Although they had seen many of these pills from Ding Fan before, Supreme Quality Medicine Pills were exceptionally rare. Even if their hands were already holding many Supreme Quality Rebirth Pills, they were still amazed.
Guo Linn looked at the Supreme Quality Medicine Pill in his hand, aware it was designed to increase True Qi. As he was about to consume a Supreme Quality Medicine Pill, he felt a pang of regret, realizing that Supreme Quality Medicine Pills were treasures that cultivators cherished as family heirlooms and would usually consume during crucial cultivation periods. How could they casually consume them now? It was too extravagant!
However, despite his reluctance, Guo Linn gritted his teeth and consumed the Medicine Pill. Immediately, he felt a surge of heat within, the potent effects constantly flushing through every cell, his Dantian Energy reaching an unprecedented fullness.
Guo Linn even felt he might breakthrough, understanding the power of Supreme Quality Medicine Pills, why they were so valuable, and why even cultivators at the Transcendance Tribulation Stage would fight and scramble, engaging in fierce battles just to acquire them.
Guo Linn, a cultivator at the Nascent Soul Mid Stage, was considered a remarkable presence in the Cultivation World, even though his cultivation level slightly lagged behind those of Spirit Severing Stage and Tribulation Stage cultivators.
Guo Linn understood that with his current Nascent Soul Mid Stage cultivation, reaching a breakthrough would require several years of arduous cultivation, yet after consuming a Supreme Quality Medicine Pill, he instantly felt a breakthrough sensation, even though he knew he couldn’t breakthrough immediately.
He was also absolutely certain that this Supreme Quality Medicine Pill greatly shortened the time needed for his future breakthrough. Originally, breaking through to Nascent Soul Late Stage within five years would be commendable, but now he felt he might achieve it within just one year.
Indeed, a breakthrough could occur within merely a year.
He distinctly felt that the Supreme Quality Medicine Pill filled his dantian energy exceptionally, even healed stubborn ailments within him completely, and even his physique had strengthened several times over. Clearly, this Supreme Quality Medicine Pill enhanced him comprehensively.
Guo Linn felt overwhelming excitement, barely daring to believe how much the Supreme Quality Medicine Pill enhancing True Qi had transformed him. The Supreme "Rebirth Pill" provided by Ding Fan previously didn’t cause such noticeable effects due to its vitality replenishing focus, thus Guo Linn felt little.
Therefore, Guo Linn, being rather young and naturally full of vitality, noticed little effect, but an elder cultivator would find their lifespan visibly extended.
With deep gratitude, Guo Linn glanced at his senior brother Ding Fan. He wanted to express his thanks, but held it back, realizing he’d never repay his senior brother, thus he struck harder at the vines attacking them. Especially those targeting Ding Fan, he shared the burden greatly.
Ding Fan, witnessing this, smiled subtly, saying nothing.
After Ah Du consumed the Supreme Quality Medicine Pill, he naturally recognized the transformation it brought, feeling quite shaken. Being a favored disciple of Long Ren, Lord of the Thirty-Six Caves Lake, it was his first opportunity to use a Supreme Quality Medicine Pill.
He clearly noted the pill’s assistance, becoming increasingly awed by Ding Fan, harboring more admiration and defiance. As a Grade Nine Alchemist, Ding Fan could frequently use such pills, clearly making it difficult for Ah Du to surpass him.
Indeed, just casually consuming a Supreme Quality Pill saved Ding Fan years of cultivation, and his refinement success rate remained remarkably high, having refined quite a few Supreme "Rebirth Pills" with no inferior examples observed.
This was increasingly terrifying.
Ah Du understood the power of a high-level alchemist, especially a Grade Nine Alchemist, yet struggled to accept how powerful and so young Ding Fan was—utterly astonishing!
To Ding Fan, possessing limitless Supreme Quality Medicine Pill resources, the pursuit wasn’t cultivation by pill accumulation but steady growth built through diligent practice, with pills merely auxiliary. Even his breakthroughs awaited natural readiness, flowing smoothly.
Ding Fan knew that only thus could his cultivation and strength reach greater heights.
If Ding Fan sought merely pill accumulation for cultivation enhancement, he would already be at Spirit Severing Late Stage or even possibly at Transcendance Tribulation Stage.
Now, Ding Fan consumed a Divine Vigor-enhancing pill, restoring his strength to peak level. With Guo Linn now vigorously handling the vines attacking their vicinity, Ding Fan conserved significant energy.
Yet, Ding Fan remained uneasy; this path was untenable, for his Arctic Chill within was finite. He perceived the Frost Toad’s Arctic Chill release weakening despite feeling no strain.
Ding Fan knew they must strategize; prolonging the predicament meant inevitable demise.
Reflectively contemplating, Ding Fan wondered why these vines sought attack now if left unbothered initially...
