In Martial Universe, Signed in at the Start with Yao Lao's Ring

Lin Yan's movements were swift.

Especially after realizing the extraordinary nature of the Chaos Destiny Symbol, his desire to master it became almost uncontrollable.

After carefully reading through the entire condensation method of the Chaos Destiny Symbol, Lin Yan sat cross-legged, closed his eyes, and began circulating his mental energy within his NiWan Palace.

"Whoosh whoosh whoosh—"

Strange sounds echoed continuously in Lin Yan's mind.

Following the instructions detailed in the scroll, he manipulated his mental energy, increasing the vortex's speed.

Finally, when the peculiar sounds triggered a ringing in his ears, Lin Yan's gaze sharpened, and he adjusted the vortex's rhythm—sometimes fast, sometimes slow, sometimes intense, sometimes soft.

Lin Yan maintained this odd rhythm in his NiWan Palace for an extended period. Eventually, he felt a faint gravitational pull from within.

His eyebrows twitched—he knew the time had come.

Reciting the incantation recorded in the scroll, he finally shouted: "Condense!"

As his voice fell and the incantation was completed, the spiritual vortex that had been rotating at high speed suddenly compressed.

In the very core of the vortex, a golden Symbol shadow appeared!

This was Lin Yan's goal—the Chaos Destiny Symbol!

As long as he successfully refined this Destiny Symbol, he would become a unique existence among Symbol Masters.

Regardless of his overall strength or rank, just by facing another Symbol Master, the Chaos Destiny Symbol's unique suppression ability would immediately place him a step above them!

Against enemies far stronger than himself, Lin Yan might not be able to defeat them, but with the Chaos Destiny Symbol's suppression, even if they could still fight, they might not be able to unleash even sixty or seventy percent of their original power!

Lin Yan continued refining his Destiny Symbol.

Finally, after completing numerous complex steps, a golden Symbol hovered within his NiWan Palace!

Lin Yan used his divine sense to inspect it carefully.

Through his examination, he discovered that the Chaos Destiny Symbol exuded a profoundly sacred and ancient aura, and his spiritual power had undergone a qualitative transformation.

He immediately activated his divine sense and scanned the entirety of Steel Wood Manor.

Under this inspection, Lin Yan realized that nothing in Steel Wood Manor could escape his perception.

He could clearly hear every single movement, every conversation, and even the breathing patterns of everyone inside the manor!

"First Seal Symbol Master!"

Lin Yan finally withdrew his divine sense. As he opened his eyes, a smile formed at the corner of his lips.

He had officially become a true Symbol Master!

Although a First Seal Symbol Master was only the beginning of the Symbol Master path, Lin Yan had already won at the starting line by possessing the Chaos Destiny Symbol.

As long as he continued cultivating diligently, his future achievements in the Symbol Master path were bound to be significant!

After all, this Destiny Symbol condensation method was created by a Heavenly Supreme. It was far superior to the so-called Ancestral Symbols found in the Martial Universe.

Naturally, Lin Yan's future was boundless.

Thinking of this, his smile deepened.

He suddenly murmured to himself, "Now that I've become a Symbol Master, I should be able to start forging weapons and armor as well... If I ever get the chance to sign in for a powerful Forging Technique, I should try it out."

Lin Yan stretched lazily and quickly stood up.

But just as he got up—a familiar voice came from outside.

"Lin Yan, are you home?"

Lin Dong had clearly sensed the powerful surge of mental energy from Lin Yan's room.

After all, when Lin Yan broke through to the First Seal Symbol Master, the disturbance he caused was far from small.

It was only natural that another Symbol Master like Lin Dong would detect it.

"Come in," Lin Yan replied from inside his room.

He didn't bother to open the door manually. Instead, he used his spiritual energy to open it effortlessly—giving off an imposing presence.

Lin Dong chuckled when he saw this.

He thought to himself, "This move is pretty cool. I should learn it to impress people later."

He quickly stepped inside.

As soon as he saw Lin Yan, Lin Dong couldn't hold back his excitement and immediately asked, "Lin Yan, did you successfully condense your Destiny Symbol and break through to the First Seal Symbol Master?"

Lin Yan smiled and nodded.

Lin Dong, still curious, asked, "How does it feel?"

Lin Yan first nodded again. "It feels great."

But suddenly, he had the urge to test out his Chaos Destiny Symbol. After all, with such an incredible power, he was eager to see just how strong it truly was.

Without hesitation, he turned to Lin Dong and proposed, "How about we test it out?"

"No Yuan Power—just pure mental power—a sparring match."

Lin Dong nodded immediately. He even looked somewhat confident.

If it were a contest of Yuan Power, Lin Dong admitted that he wouldn't be a match for Lin Yan.

But when it came to mental energy, things were different. Lin Dong had broken through to the First Seal Symbol Master level much earlier, while Lin Yan had just stepped into this realm. Moreover, Lin Dong had obtained some secret mental techniques from Gu Ying, techniques specifically designed for battle.

He originally planned to pass them on to Lin Yan—but since he hadn't fully mastered them yet—he figured he had the upper hand in this match.

"I'm in!"

Lin Dong agreed immediately.

The two quickly made their way to the back courtyard.

Their sparring began swiftly.

However, unlike martial artists, Symbol Masters fought using mental power.

They could manipulate objects with their minds and use them to attack their opponent, meaning they didn't need to engage in direct, physical combat like martial artists did.

"Be careful, Lin Yan! When it comes to mental power, I'm pretty strong!"

Lin Dong grinned before controlling a large boulder with his spiritual energy and launching it at Lin Yan.

"Oh? Then I'll have to see for myself."

Lin Yan didn't hold back.

With a calm smile, his Chaos Destiny Symbol emitted a brilliant light.

An ancient aura surged from his body, and in the next moment—a far more powerful spiritual force rushed forward—colliding directly with the boulder Lin Dong had controlled!

"Such powerful mental energy!"

Lin Dong was startled.

He had never expected Lin Yan, who had just broken through, to possess such terrifying mental strength.

In fact—after sensing it carefully—it seemed even stronger than his own!

Squeak! Squeak! Squeak!

Yet—the most bizarre part was still to come.

Although Lin Yan's mental energy was stronger, Lin Dong was not completely overpowered.

The two forces clashed over the boulder, tugging it back and forth in mid-air.

But suddenly—Lin Yan's Chaos Destiny Symbol let out a mysterious hum!

Immediately afterward, a divine golden light radiated from Lin Yan's body.

Under the influence of this golden light, Lin Dong suddenly felt his Destiny Symbol being suppressed!

His usable mental energy was instantly reduced by more than 30%!

Boom!

Lin Dong was defeated on the spot. His control over the boulder was completely stripped away by Lin Yan.

Lin Yan took control of the boulder, maneuvering it toward Lin Dong.

It wasn't until the massive rock hovered right before Lin Dong's face that Lin Yan finally withdrew his mental energy—allowing the boulder to drop harmlessly onto the ground with a thunderous crash.

Lin Dong—stunned—stared at Lin Yan, his face full of shock.

Even now—he was still in disbelief over how his Destiny Symbol had suddenly been suppressed.

Looking at Lin Yan, he couldn't help but ask, "Lin Yan, what exactly did you just use?"

"Why did my mental power suddenly weaken so much?"