MTLNOVEL Chapter 178: Chapter 178: Successful Training
Chapter 178: Successful Training
Xiao Tian's actions seemed to anger the beast. The giant eye of the Desolate Beast slowly opened.
"Buzz!"
As the eye opened, the energy in the surrounding area began to vanish, as if the very essence of the world was fleeing. The eye was filled with an endless grayness, so dark that even sunlight couldn't penetrate it.
In an instant, a beam of gray light, a hundred meters wide, shot out from the eye. Wherever the beam touched, the land instantly withered, and all greenery vanished, replaced by desolate death.
Xiao Tian ignored his surroundings. His focus was entirely on the beam of gray light speeding toward him. As it neared, the beam shrank until it was only as thick as a finger.
"Now, let me feel the power of the Desolate Demon Eye!" Xiao Tian didn't dodge. To master the Desolate Demon Eye, he had to endure its power.
"Swish!"
The gray beam struck, and a searing pain spread through him. For a moment, it felt like Xiao Tian's eyes had lost all light.
...
In the silent space, the blind old man kept his attention on Xiao Tian, ready to act in case of any danger.
"Buzz!"
Xiao Tian's body trembled, and the surface of the stone tablet in front of him began to emit a faint glow. Seeing this, the old man quickly moved to Xiao Tian's side, his face filled with concern.
On Xiao Tian's face, wisps of dark gray energy appeared. These wisps converged on his forehead, forming a thin gray line that pulsed like a living thing.
"Did you see the 'Desolation'?" the old man muttered as the gray energy on Xiao Tian's face grew denser.
"Swish!"
Two white lights suddenly enveloped Xiao Tian's eyes. As the gray energy approached his eyes, it recoiled as if encountering something terrifying, retreating away.
Without the gray energy invading his eyes, the old man's tense expression relaxed significantly. His greatest worry had been the gray energy corrupting Xiao Tian's eyes, as it had done to his own.
"Buzz!"
The stone tablet hummed, and the black eye on its surface shot a brilliant gray beam, connecting with the gray line on Xiao Tian's forehead. The line grew more prominent, causing his flesh to writhe and giving off an unsettling, chilling aura.
"Is the eye forming?" the old man watched intently, his spiritual power focused entirely on Xiao Tian's forehead. However, despite his vigilance, the area did not split open.
"What's going on?" The old man frowned. He had never encountered such a strange situation before.
After a long while, the gray beam connecting to Xiao Tian's forehead finally dissipated. Xiao Tian opened his eyes and saw the old man standing beside him.
"Thank you, Senior, for your protection," Xiao Tian said, bowing. He had been fully aware of the old man's protective presence.
The old man looked at Xiao Tian's eyes, which appeared unchanged. Unsure if Xiao Tian had succeeded, he advised, "Whether you succeeded or not, use the Desolate Demon Eye sparingly. It can greatly harm your eyes."
Xiao Tian nodded, understanding the limitations of the Desolate Demon Eye. However, with the World Stone Talisman, the second most powerful artifact in existence, he was confident it would prevent any harm to his eyes.
"Since you're a new disciple, you'll need to complete some tasks outside the sect," the old man said. "Now that you're out, it's time to start. Wudao has been waiting for you."
"Yes, Senior," Xiao Tian replied, then left the space.
Upon exiting the stone tower, he saw Wudao waiting for him.
Wudao smiled, "You've certainly made quite an impression upon your return!"
"Ah," Xiao Tian sighed. "Being too exceptional attracts too much attention wherever I go."
Wudao shook his head, "I've never met anyone as shameless as you!" Then, turning serious, he continued, "I've been assigned to accompany you on a mission outside the sect. Although the task is simple for you, it's a requirement for all new disciples."
"Alright," Xiao Tian agreed.
"Come with me, and I'll introduce you to your companions for this mission," Wudao said, taking to the air.
They flew to a large platform to the north, where a young girl in a white blouse and blue pants was lounging lazily, her bright eyes sparkling with mischief.
This girl was none other than Ying Huanhuan.
Next to her were two unfamiliar young men and Lin Dong.
Wudao explained, "Originally, each hall was to send one person, but now that you're here, you'll join them."
An elderly man with white hair asked, "Is this Xiao Tian, who defeated Ying Xiaoxiao? With your strength, this task may seem trivial, but it's a sect rule. Once you're familiar with the process, you'll undertake missions on your own."
He looked around, his gaze resting on Ying Huanhuan, "Ying Huanhuan will lead this mission. She will explain the details."
Ying Huanhuan gave Xiao Tian a smug look, then addressed the group, "Now that everyone is here, let's set off!"
She extended her slender jade hand, pointing to the sky.
"Chirp!"
A clear cry rang out, and a large green eagle flew down from a distant mountain.
The five of them mounted the eagle, which then soared into the sky, heading for their destination.
During the flight, Ying Huanhuan asked, "Xiao Tian, I heard you visited the Martial Arts Hall. Which martial art did you choose?"
"Guess," Xiao Tian replied with a smile.
Ying Huanhuan huffed, rolling her eyes, "Fine, don't tell me. It's not like I care."
Turning to the others, she continued, "Our mission takes us to Blood Rock Grounds, five days from the Dao Sect. It's a chaotic place where several major sects intersect. Even some dangerous criminals from the super sects' wanted lists can be found there. The Dao Sect has a Nirvana Crystal mine there that's been disrupted recently. Our task is to investigate, likely due to beasts causing trouble. It should be straightforward..."
(End of Chapter)
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