Chapter 85: Condensing the Yin Core — A New Plan!
Late at night, in the inner courtyard of the Lin Family.
Upon a stone platform, Qingtan sat quietly in meditation.
Around her, a mist of Yin Fiend Qi gently curled and drifted, and even the surface of the platform had developed a thin layer of frost.
At the edge of the platform, Lin Fan and Lin Dong stood solemnly, watching over her with focused expressions.
Lin Fan looked up at the night sky. As the bright moon gradually dimmed, the Yin Fiend Qi in the air grew increasingly dense.
The Yin Qi seemed to stir on its own, strand after strand drifting into Qingtan's body.
With each infusion, the Yin energy buried deep inside her began to show signs of eruption.
Half an hour later, Qingtan's body began to tremble uncontrollably.
The Yin Fiend Qi within her was triggered by the chilling force in the environment and began to surge violently!
"Woooo…"
The air was filled with the low, eerie rumbling of Yin Qi pouring into her body, roaring like a phantom wind.
Lin Fan stared intently, waiting for the moment her internal Yin energy reached its critical threshold.
When the time came, his eyes narrowed, and he raised his hand.
A jade box flew out from his system space, opening mid-air.
The legendary Extreme Yin Dragon Saliva floated upward—then hovered over the crown of Qingtan's head.
"Shatter."
With a low command, Lin Fan activated his Yuan Power.
The dark liquid burst into black droplets and rained down upon Qingtan's head, seeping into her body.
BOOM!
As the last drop entered her body, a terrifying tornado of Yin energy erupted from within her!
"She was hiding such terrifying Yin Fiend Qi in her body all this time?!"
Lin Dong was shocked, eyes narrowing as he witnessed the power unleashed.
Little Marten appeared on his shoulder, its voice solemn.
"She possesses the Body of the Fiend Yin—one of the purest yin physiques. Over the years, she's been absorbing Yin Qi from heaven and earth."
"And now, after all this time, it's become so refined and intense that if she can gain control of it… her cultivation potential will be limitless."
As Lin Dong and Little Marten spoke, Lin Fan kept his gaze locked on Qingtan.
The Fiend Yin energy within her had completely erupted.
The black storm raged around her like serpentine chains, whirling skyward like a dark cyclone.
She cried out in pain, her face pale with agony.
Without hesitation, Lin Fan summoned one thousand Pure Yuan Pills, which floated densely around Qingtan.
With Lin Fan's help, the pills dissolved into streams of refined Yuan energy that surged into Qingtan's dantian.
"Focus your mind! Gather the Yin Qi—compress it into a core! Once it condenses, it's yours to control!"
Lin Fan guided her while channeling the energy into her.
Hearing his words, Qingtan gritted her teeth through the pain, gathering all her will to steer the Yin energy toward her dantian.
She endured the sensation of blades slicing through her body.
She refused to be a burden any longer.
She wanted to be strong enough to help Brother Lin Fan—not just sit at home waiting!
Under her relentless effort, the Yin Qi was slowly compressed.
She opened her mouth to absorb even more Yin Fiend Qi from the surrounding environment.
Her aura surged.
Heavenly Yuan Realm – early stage… mid-stage… late stage…
In just minutes, Qingtan rocketed up from Earth Yuan – late stage to Heavenly Yuan – late stage, continuing toward the Yuan Dan Realm!
Buzz…
As the last strand of Yin Qi entered her body, Qingtan's eyes opened wide.
A beam of black light emerged from her mouth, floating upward.
It rapidly absorbed surrounding Yin energy and soon condensed into a deep black Yuan Core, about the size of a thumb.
Even after forming, the Yin Core continued absorbing Qi and rapidly expanded—until it reached the size of a walnut, then finally stabilized.
Qingtan opened her mouth and drew the Yin Core into her body.
Immediately, a powerful wave of Yuan energy burst forth from within!
"I did it!"
After a moment, Qingtan opened her eyes, elated by the strength coursing through her.
"Yes, you've succeeded. From now on, the Yin Qi inside you will no longer spiral out of control," Lin Fan said with a smile as he approached.
Qingtan stood and clung to Lin Fan's arm, her voice soft and sweet.
"Thank you, Brother Lin Fan."
Lin Fan chuckled. "You're family. No need for thanks."
"Brother Lin Fan… are you and Brother Lin Dong planning to leave Yan City soon?"
Qingtan blinked and stared up at him.
"…You already knew?" Lin Fan nodded.
"I overheard Mom and Dad talking the other day." Qingtan admitted honestly, then looked at him with hope in her eyes.
"Now that I'm not weak anymore… can I go with you?"
Lin Fan thought for a moment, then nodded.
"Alright. Come with us and gain some experience."
"Really? Yay! Thank you, Brother Lin Fan!"
Qingtan hugged him tightly in joy.
Lin Dong, standing off to the side, looked concerned.
"Brother Lin Fan… this journey will be long and dangerous. Bringing Qingtan might not be wise."
"Hmph!"
Qingtan puffed her cheeks. "Brother Lin Fan already agreed!"
She clung to Lin Fan's arm, her tone playful.
"You can't go back on your word now!"
"Don't worry. I won't," Lin Fan said with a grin.
Then he added, "Right now, Qingtan only has raw power, no real combat experience. That's not good."
"Bringing her along will let her gain battle instincts. Better than waiting until she faces real enemies unprepared."
Qingtan nodded quickly. "Brother Lin Fan is totally right!"
Lin Fan patted Lin Dong's shoulder.
"I get it—you're worried about her."
"But this world is full of danger. The best way to protect her… is to make her strong. Besides, we'll be there to watch her back."
"…Alright. I understand." Lin Dong sighed and gave in.
"Oh right. There's one more thing I wanted to talk to you about," Lin Fan suddenly said.
Lin Dong raised a brow. "What is it? Just say it, Brother Lin Fan."
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