The power of the Dragon Veins.

In Liu Zixuan’s eyes, it was merely a force that could be used to impact the Half-Step Emperor Realm or elevate a cultivation technique.

But it was only when the power of the Dragon Veins truly entered his meridians that Liu Zixuan realized he was gravely mistaken.

The power of the Dragon Veins was indeed forceful, but it’s not just a mere force; it’s the source of strength!

The power dispersed from the illusory dragon shadow wasn’t much, but even this little bit, in the process of surging through the meridians, almost led Liu Zixuan to inadvertently burst his meridians.

One can see the terrifying extent of the Dragon Veins’ power!

He was secretly thankful he didn’t rush to fully refine the force directly; otherwise, he might not have been able to reach the Half-Step Emperor Realm, and he’d likely explode and perish!

Of course, beyond the fear, there was surprise for Liu Zixuan!

The power of the Dragon Veins is a source, which means he could never exhaust the energy within his body.

In fashionable terms, it was akin to providing Liu Zixuan with a cheat!

During battles, whether it’s body technique or cultivation technique, or even medical skill and array, all require inner strength within the body, but as it depletes, the inner strength within the meridians is limited. After a long time, the inner strength will be exhausted, and at that point, however great the expertise, it would be difficult to confront an enemy.

But with this source of power, Liu Zixuan could simply ignore these limitations.

When sparring with a martial artist of equal strength, Liu Zixuan could simply rely on inner strength to exhaust the opponent, since the adversary wouldn’t possess such a freakish power source as he does!

If injured, the Holy Medical Scripture would automatically heal.

If his energy depletes, the Dragon Veins replenish him.

Liu Zixuan suddenly felt, was this to make the young master invincible?

Of course, Liu Zixuan isn’t someone who loses himself in arrogance once he’s strong.

He also understands that in the Great Thousand Worlds, there are always higher mountains, greater people, where everything is mutually restraining. He possesses such miraculous cultivation techniques, and there must be someone who can restrain them.

Liu Zixuan put away that little bit of frivolous pride, concentrated, and began refining.

The power of the Dragon Veins surged within the meridians, as if pure inner strength continuously expanded the width of his meridians.

When the width reached a limit, Liu Zixuan’s mind suddenly cleared, and he entered a very mystical state.

Oddly, Liu Zixuan didn’t open his eyes, yet in this state of cultivation, he could clearly feel everything around him, even the movements surrounding the manor.

In one corner, Little Blue was still gnawing at the corpse of the Blood Luminous Flood Dragon, seemingly relishing the delicacy.

Slowly, Liu Zixuan sensed outside the manor, where people were already moving around, but they were just guards patrolling, while two security guards whispered among themselves.

Sitting in the Celestial Dew pool, Liu Zixuan could perceive the winds, the sounds of water, the swaying of flora, even the fragrant earth. Everything seemed intensely immersive.

Hoo!

Like the sound of breathing, the initially feasting Little Blue suddenly glanced at Liu Zixuan, revealing a slightly surprised look.

At this moment, a gentle wave of power began to ripple out from the surface of Liu Zixuan’s body, which on any other day might not be noticed, but now it startled the water, causing ripples and dust clouds. Truly remarkable.

Bang!

Moments later, the Celestial Dew in the pool began to churn rapidly, reaching its critical point, and then it exploded.

Liu Zixuan paused mid-air, swiftly donned the clothes beside him.

With his toes on the ground, the corners of his mouth slightly curled into a faint smile as he said, "Emperor Realm! Indeed, it’s different!"

The aura emanating from Liu Zixuan was undoubtedly that of the Half-Step Emperor Realm.

Regardless of whether it’s the Half-Step Emperor Realm, Innate Emperor Realm, or Acquired Emperor Realm, all fall within the ranks of the Emperor Realm, differing only in strength.

Previously, Liu Zixuan hadn’t entered the Emperor Realm and felt it was merely a matter of hierarchies, but now it hits home that old saying, below the Emperor Realm, all are like ants!

Emperor Realm completely transcends those realms.

At this moment, Liu Zixuan could distinctly feel those fixed cultivation techniques, body techniques, inner strength have all transformed, like solids into liquids, capable of arbitrarily forming other shapes.

Moreover, both cultivation technique and body technique have reached a state of perfection.

In the Emperor Realm, battles naturally revolve around cultivation techniques and body techniques, but these aren’t the main parts; they’re auxiliary, the true contest lies in the depth of inner strength and comprehension of Heaven and Earth elements.

Though previously Liu Zixuan had enlightenment through the water and fire attributes, he had yet to truly grasp the essence of the five elements — gold, wood, water, fire, and earth, and naturally couldn’t claim comprehension of these Heaven and Earth elements.

However, that’s for later; right now, he doesn’t need to ponder it.

Noting his changes, Liu Zixuan felt refreshed and delighted, thinking Lingxiu Village was undoubtedly a starting point. When he first arrived, Liu Zixuan was merely a beginner. In just one year, he encountered numerous fortuitous events, numerous life-and-death temperings, stumbling along to reach the status within the Emperor Realm.

"What the hell! That huge chunk of meat, you’ve eaten it all!"

Liu Zixuan casually looked up; Little Blue was licking its paws, while the Blood Luminous Flood Dragon’s corpse was long gone. From its appearance, it seemed unsatisfied and eager for more.

Even stranger, those injuries on Little Blue had vanished, leaving only faint traces.

This amazed Liu Zixuan, whose medical skill was exceptional.

As he slowly walked up, noting Little Blue’s well-fed appearance, he laughed, "I truly wonder what species you are. Leopard, yet blue with antler-like horns on your head, I wonder how strong your attack is now!"

"Roar!" Little Blue seemed to understand him, standing its massive figure up, vigorously shaking twice, posing as if ready for a predatory leap.

Liu Zixuan raised an eyebrow, "Wow, seems like you want a sparring match with me?"

Liu Zixuan had just reached Half-Step Emperor Realm, and saying those words clearly indicated his desire to find someone for a spar.

Unfortunately, Lingxiu Village was populated by ordinary villagers, none capable of competing with him.

Sighting Little Blue’s stance, Liu Zixuan joyfully took two steps back, placing his left hand behind his back, extending his right hand, smiling, "I won’t bully you; I’ll fight you with one hand!"

"Roar~!"

Little Blue let out a very discontented roar, its rear paws vehemently pushing off the ground, leaping in mid-air toward Liu Zixuan.

"Quite ferocious!" Liu Zixuan grinned broadly, meeting it single-handedly...