Unknowingly, more than twenty days had passed since Yan had last parted ways with Xie Yue and Hu Liena.
During this time, he had been completely immersed in self-cultivation. Through deep contemplation and repeated experimentation, he had finally created a unique killing move—Blazing Sand Cage.
This technique was immensely powerful, allowing him to merge fire and sand into a blazing prison that could trap his enemies within.
After multiple combat trials, Yan had mastered this move with ease, and its power continued to grow stronger.
He understood that as his personal strength increased, the terrifying potential of this technique would become even more apparent.
Determined to reach new heights as quickly as possible, he pushed himself to train even harder.
Ever since obtaining his fourth spirit ring, Yan could feel a qualitative leap in his spirit power.
When cultivating, he combined his training with the Tai Chi Circulatory Technique, which allowed his spirit power to flow more smoothly and significantly enhanced the effectiveness of his cultivation.
That night, after finishing his training, Yan decided that he would set out early the next morning to find Xie Yue and Hu Liena.
By his calculations, the three of them had already spent two months in Death Canyon.
Originally, Bibi Dong had given them three months.
Both he and Xie Yue had broken through to Rank 40 and obtained their fourth spirit rings in just over a month.
He speculated that by now, Hu Liena should have also reached Rank 40.
Meanwhile, in the depths of the canyon—
With a sharp cry of pain, a cunning and ferocious Dark Demon Black Fox fell lifelessly under Hu Liena's blade.
Hu Liena had successfully broken through to Rank 40, and while searching for a spirit beast, she had come across this Dark Demon Black Fox.
The creature's abilities were a perfect match for her martial spirit.
These foxes were mostly solitary hunters, appearing only at night like ghosts in the darkness.
Although they lacked overwhelming offensive power, their uncanny invisibility and devious intelligence allowed them to move freely even in the heart of the canyon.
The Dark Demon Black Fox they encountered had cultivated for around five thousand years.
It was an opportunity Hu Liena would not let slip.
The siblings had chased the creature for several hours before finally trapping it together. In the end, Hu Liena delivered the finishing blow.
After such an exhausting battle, both of them were left gasping for breath.
Even though their bodies were worn out, the thrill of successfully hunting a spirit beast filled Hu Liena with excitement.
"Brother, that Dark Demon Black Fox was truly cunning it made us chase it all night."
"Yes, it wasn't easy."
Xie Yue wiped the sweat off his face and looked at the lifeless Dark Demon Black Fox on the ground, nodding in satisfaction.
"Fortunately, we managed to kill it. Our efforts weren't in vain."
As they spoke, a purple mist slowly rose from the Dark Demon Black Fox's corpse, gradually condensing into a dazzling purple spirit ring that floated above it.
Xie Yue, visibly excited, said, "Nana, dawn is approaching. Adjust your condition quickly and absorb the spirit ring. I'll guard you."
"Alright."
Hu Liena sat cross-legged beneath the floating purple spirit ring, took a deep breath, and began the absorption process.
Seeing that his sister's breathing gradually stabilized, Xie Yue finally relaxed, sitting down to cultivate and recover his spirit power while keeping watch over her.
The sky gradually brightened, marking the start of a new day.
With his external spirit bone granting him the ability to fly, it wasn't difficult for Yan to locate the siblings within the canyon.
Unfolding his Blazing Wings, he soared through the skies, heading into the distance.
Thanks to his wings, he navigated the canyon with ease and soon sensed Xie Yue's presence. He halted about two hundred meters away.
Xie Yue, in turn, sensed someone approaching.
Feeling the familiar energy, he stood up excitedly.
"Is that Yan?"
Soon, Yan strode toward him.
Noticing Hu Liena in the process of absorbing a spirit ring, Yan immediately understood what had happened.
"Yan, you're here."
"Yeah. How's Nana doing? It looks like she's been absorbing the ring for quite some time now."
Xie Yue grinned teasingly. "Oh? So you do care about her? If you had come a day earlier, you could've helped us hunt that Dark Demon Black Fox."
"You hunted a Dark Demon Black Fox?"
"Yeah, we chased it for several hours before finally taking it down."
Yan nodded.
"That species suits Nana well. I wonder what kind of spirit skill she'll obtain."
Glancing at his sister, who was still immersed in absorption, Xie Yue chuckled.
"I'm curious too. She should be finishing up soon."
"Let's sit down and wait. In the meantime, let's roast this rabbit."
Seeing the half-meter-long Ligthing rabbit in Yan's hand, Xie Yue looked surprised.
Catching a Ligthing rabbit in Death Canyon, where dangerous spirit beasts roamed everywhere, was no easy feat.
"Yan, you've really improved. You even managed to catch a Lighting rabbit?"
"Just lucky."
"Always crediting luck. But honestly, you do have pretty good luck. We'll get to feast today, haha!"
The two sat near Hu Liena, kindling a small bonfire and roasting the rabbit while exchanging stories about their recent experiences.
Time passed second by second. Finally, Hu Liena completed the absorption of her spirit ring.
As soon as she opened her eyes, a rich, enticing aroma filled her senses. Looking over, she saw her brother and Yan enjoying roasted meat. She quickly stood up and ran over.
"Brother, what kind of meat is this? It smells amazing!"
Seeing that his sister had finished absorbing her spirit ring, Xie Yue was overjoyed.
"Nana, you've finally finished. It's rabbit meat we saved some for you. Come, sit and eat."
Hu Liena's gaze briefly swept over Yan before she sat down.
After last night's exhausting chase for the Dark Demon Black Fox, followed by hours of spirit ring absorption, she was famished.
After a few bites of rabbit meat, she finally felt some relief.
"Brother, this rabbit meat is delicious!"
"Tastes good, right? Yan caught this big rabbit."
"Oh."
Hu Liena stole a glance at Yan, who was devouring his share of the meat. A hint of satisfaction flickered in her heart it felt as if the old Yan she knew had returned.
Back when the three of them first arrived at Death Canyon for training, aside from the rations they carried, it was always Yan who took the initiative to hunt for fresh meat, willingly indulging her appetite.
However, this time, Yan seemed a little different. He no longer expressed the same concern for her as before, nor did he set aside the best portions for her. Instead, he simply focused on eating.
As they ate, Xie Yue suddenly asked, "Nana, after absorbing the spirit ring, how much has your spirit power increased?"
"Brother, I'm about the same as you I gained a level and a half."
"A level and a half? That's great! What's your fourth spirit skill?"
Hu Liena elegantly set down the bone in her hand and wiped the oil from the corner of her lips. Her eyes sparkled with excitement.
"My fourth spirit skill is an invisibility ability—it's called Invisible Body."