By IMERPUS RELUR
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Inside the coffin was not a body—but a pool of thick, crimson essence.
The scent of dragons, flame, and metal.
> [Item Detected: Scorchblood Essence]
[Effect: Optional Bloodline Awakening – Fire Variant]
[Requirement: Cultivator must accept permanent affinity change]
> "System. Analyze."
> [Compatible with current fire techniques. Boosts flame cultivation and body refinement.]
> "Accept."
The essence surged into his chest.
Pain. Power. Something ancient roared in his blood.
> [Bloodline: Scorchblood Awakened – Minor Tier]
[Effect: 15% boost to fire-type attack and body resistance]
[New Path Unlocked: Bloodline Refinement]
He stood, exhaling steam through clenched teeth.