Star Dou Great Forest, Lake of Life.
Ripples spread through space, and a silver-glowing spatial gate slowly opened.
Fang Yang and Gu Yuena stepped out side-by-side.
A rich aura of life washed over them.
Towering ancient trees surrounded the rippling lake, and the air was filled with the refreshing scent of plants and herbs.
The lake surface shimmered, reflecting the verdant tree shadows, revealing a vibrant aura everywhere.
"The Tang Sect should have discovered that gift by now," Fang Yang said indifferently, a hint of coldness flashing in his eyes.
Gu Yuena leaned gently against him, her silver hair cascading like a waterfall: "Your frozen flame will give the Tang Sect a headache for a while."
She paused, a curious look appearing in her amethyst-like eyes, "However, I'm more curious about your next plan."
Fang Yang reached out and put his arm around her slender shoulder, his gaze fixed on the distant horizon, profound as an abyss: "Next, I will Breakthrough Rank 100."
"Rank 100? You're going to become a God?" Gu Yuena looked up in surprise, her beautiful face filled with astonishment.
After retrieving the three layers of Origin within Na'er, her strength had already recovered to the God King level, so she naturally understood what Rank 100 meant.
"That's right."
Fang Yang nodded slightly, a faint smile on his face, "It's just that I'm not going to become a God, but an Emperor!"
"Emperor?"
Gu Yuena's delicate brows furrowed, her face full of confusion.
This title had never appeared in the Douluo Continent's Cultivation System.
"Exactly. When I Breakthrough Rank 100, it will be the beginning of my transition to Cultivate the Dou Qi System (Battle Qi System)," Fang Yang's tone was calm, yet carried an undeniable firmness.
A hint of worry flashed in Gu Yuena's eyes: "Then your Realm…"
"Don't worry."
Fang Yang gently held her soft jade hand, "The Dou Qi System (Battle Qi System) completely surpasses the Spirit Master System; the two cannot be compared on the same day."
"What's the difference?" Gu Yuena pressed.
Fang Yang's gaze sharpened, his voice deepening slightly: "On the Douluo Plane, Spirit Masters must hunt Spirit Beasts or acquire Soul Spirits to Breakthrough their Realm."
"However, with the Dou Qi System (Battle Qi System), one only needs to Cultivate step by step to naturally Breakthrough."
"What?!"
Gu Yuena's delicate body trembled, her purple eyes filled with shock.
As the co-ruler of Spirit Beasts, she understood all too well what this difference meant.
If it was truly as Fang Yang said, this would be a groundbreaking achievement that would overturn the entire Plane's Cultivation System, enough to change the millennia-long antagonism between Spirit Beasts and humans.
"So, I plan to unify the Douluo Plane and spread the Dao to the World," Fang Yang's voice was calm, yet carried the force of a thunderbolt.
Gu Yuena immediately understood his intention: "You want to pass down the Dou Qi System (Battle Qi System)?"
"Yes."
Fang Yang nodded slightly, "Once I Breakthrough to the Emperor Realm, I will lead the entire Douluo Plane in Ascension."
Upon hearing this, a curious light flashed in Gu Yuena's eyes: "What kind of Plane will that be?"
"A Major Thousand Worlds, where Planes converge, ten thousand races stand, and heroes gather."
Fang Yang spoke each word distinctly, his eyes gleaming with longing, "That is an even vaster stage."
Gu Yuena nodded gently, leaning into Fang Yang's embrace: "Alright, I understand. No matter where you go, I will go with you."
Her voice was soft, yet carried an unshakeable determination.
"Gu Yue, you're so good…" Fang Yang looked at her, his eyes filled with tenderness.
"Cough cough…"
A clear cough came from not far away, interrupting their tender moment.
Na'er and Xu Xiaoyan were walking side-by-side.
"It seems we've come at the wrong time," Xu Xiaoyan blinked, a hint of teasing in her tone.
Na'er's gaze fell on Fang Yang: "Brother, are you discussing something important?"
Fang Yang released Gu Yuena, his expression returning to calm: "Perfect, you're here. I have something important to announce."
His voice was steady: "I am preparing to Breakthrough Rank 100 and switch to Cultivate the Dou Qi System (Battle Qi System)."
"Dou Qi System (Battle Qi System)?"
Na'er and Xu Xiaoyan asked in unison, their faces filled with confusion.
Gu Yuena gently explained: "This is a Cultivation System that allows one to Breakthrough without needing to hunt Spirit Beasts."
"Really? Does that mean…" A surprised light immediately flashed in Na'er's eyes.
"That's right."
Fang Yang nodded, "This will completely change the relationship between humans and Spirit Beasts."
Xu Xiaoyan mused: "So, Spirit Beasts won't have to worry about being hunted anymore?"
"Not only that."
Fang Yang's gaze was far-reaching, "I plan to unify the Douluo Continent and spread the Dou Qi System (Battle Qi System) throughout the World."
Na'er excitedly grabbed Gu Yuena's hand: "That's wonderful! This way, Spirit Beasts and humans can coexist peacefully!"
"Yes."
Gu Yuena nodded gently, a beautiful smile gracing her face.
Fang Yang said seriously: "My seclusion this time will take a very long time."
"Brother, how long?" Na'er asked with concern.
Gu Yuena and Xu Xiaoyan also cast inquiring glances.
Fang Yang replied: "Three years."
"That long…"
Na'er murmured softly, a hint of reluctance in her eyes.
"Na'er, it's alright."
Fang Yang gently comforted her, then looked at Xu Xiaoyan, "During this time, you two must Cultivate diligently."
"Okay." The two girls nodded obediently.
Fang Yang's gaze finally fell on Gu Yuena.
"You can seclude yourself with peace of mind; leave the outside to me," Gu Yuena said, her silver hair gently swaying in the breeze.
"Alright."
Fang Yang handed her a soul-guided communicator, "They will look for me. When I'm not here, you can contact them."
Gu Yuena naturally understood that "they" referred to the Plane consciousness's Clones.
She took the communicator: "I understand."
Then, Fang Yang turned and walked towards the Lake of Life.
Seeing this, Gu Yuena waved her hand lightly.
The center of the Lake of Life suddenly twisted, and a silver-white spatial gate slowly formed, emitting strong spatial fluctuations.
Just like that, Fang Yang stepped into the air, took a step into the spatial gate, and his figure gradually disappeared into the silver light.
He arrived in a brand new space.
This space was not dark at all; instead, it was brightly illuminated by brilliant purple crystals.
The crystals emitted a soft glow, rendering the entire space dazzling and magnificent.
The air was filled with pure World energy, several times richer than the outside.
"Let's begin here."
Fang Yang murmured softly, walking towards the center of the space.
He sat down cross-legged, slowly closed his eyes, and began to activate the abnormal flame within his body.
Rank 90 spirit power surged and circulated through his Meridians, emitting rumbling sounds.
Fang Yang continuously devoured the surrounding World energy, and his spirit power Rank was soaring at an incredible speed.
Rank 91, Rank 95, Rank 98, Rank 99… He advanced like a hot knife through butter, without any hindrance!
"Now, Rank 100, Ascension to Godhood!"
Fang Yang let out a low roar, and the energy within his body finally reached its critical point.
The entire space began to vibrate violently, and the purple crystals all bloomed with dazzling light.
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