Three days later—
The sky above Iron Spine Sect was bright and clear, but the atmosphere within the sect had completely changed.
Lin Feng stood at the edge of the mountain cliff, overlooking the vast expanse of the Southern Realm.
Endless mountains stretched into the horizon.
Rivers cut through valleys like silver threads.
Distant cities shimmered faintly in the sunlight.
For the first time since arriving here—
He truly felt it.
The world was big.
Very big.
Full Recovery
Lin Feng stretched his arms slowly.
His body felt… incredible.
Light.
Strong.
Stable.
The injuries from his battle with Xue Mei had completely healed.
But more importantly—
He had grown stronger.
SYSTEM STATUS
FIST GOD SYSTEM — HOST STATUS
Name: Lin Feng
Realm: Core Resonance — Peak Stage
Titan Legacy: 48%
Impact Domain: 70% Stabilized
Skills:
• Shock Pulse — Lv3
• Titan Step — Lv2
• Titan Overdrive — Stage One
Fist Points: 6,400
New Feature:
• Titan Quest System — Active
Lin Feng nodded slowly.
"Peak stage already…"
"That was fast."
System Response:
Combat-based growth acceleration confirmed.
Lin Feng smirked.
"Guess I just need more fights."
A Visit from Jian Luo
"Planning to jump?"
Lin Feng didn't turn.
"No."
"Just thinking."
Jian Luo stepped beside him, looking out at the same horizon.
"The world beyond this sect is far more dangerous than what you've seen."
Lin Feng chuckled.
"I figured."
Jian Luo glanced at him.
"Then you should leave."
The Suggestion
Lin Feng raised an eyebrow.
"That direct?"
Jian Luo nodded.
"You've outgrown this place."
"The Iron Spine Sect can no longer protect you."
He paused briefly.
"Or contain you."
Lin Feng smiled slightly.
"That sounds like a compliment."
"It is."
The Southern Realm Explained
Jian Luo pointed toward the distant mountains.
"Beyond those ranges lies the central region of the Southern Realm."
"Stronger sects."
"Stronger cultivators."
"Real competition."
Lin Feng's eyes lit up slightly.
"That's where I need to go."
Jian Luo nodded.
"If you want to complete your path… yes."
A New Direction
Lin Feng opened his system again.
TITAN QUEST SYSTEM
Current Quest:
"Establish Dominance"
Objective:
Defeat 3 Core Condensation Cultivators
Progress: 0 / 3
He exhaled slowly.
"Staying here won't cut it."
He looked at Jian Luo.
"Any recommendations?"
The First Destination
Jian Luo thought for a moment.
Then said:
"Blackstone City."
Lin Feng repeated it.
"Blackstone City?"
"A neutral ground between sect territories."
Jian Luo explained.
"Mercenaries."
"Independent cultivators."
"Hidden experts."
"And chaos."
Lin Feng grinned.
"That sounds perfect."
Elder Zhao's Approval
Later that day—
Lin Feng stood inside the Inner Sect Hall once again.
Elder Zhao looked at him quietly.
"So you've decided."
Lin Feng nodded.
"I'm leaving."
There was no hesitation in his voice.
Elder Zhao sighed.
"I expected as much."
He stepped forward and handed Lin Feng a small token.
A dark iron medallion with the sect's symbol engraved on it.
"This will prove your identity."
"And ensure that the sect remains connected to you."
Lin Feng took it.
"…Thanks."
A Rare Moment
For a moment—
The strict elder looked almost… proud.
"You've brought honor to this sect."
Lin Feng blinked.
"…Did you just compliment me?"
Elder Zhao coughed.
"Don't let it get to your head."
Departure Preparations
Back in his quarters—
Lin Feng packed lightly.
A few clothes.
Basic supplies.
Nothing unnecessary.
He looked around the room one last time.
"This place…"
"It wasn't bad."
System Notification
Suddenly—
A new alert appeared.
SYSTEM NOTIFICATION
New Quest Triggered:
"Step Into the World"
Objective:
Leave Iron Spine Sect and enter Blackstone City
Reward:
• Fist Points +1,000
• Random Skill Upgrade
Lin Feng grinned.
"Even the system wants me gone."
Farewell
At the sect entrance—
A small group had gathered.
A few disciples.
Some elders.
And Jian Luo.
No grand ceremony.
Just quiet acknowledgment.
Lin Feng stretched his arms.
"Well…"
"Don't miss me too much."
One disciple muttered,
"Who would miss you?"
Lin Feng laughed.
"Fair enough."
Final Words
Jian Luo stepped forward.
"Be careful."
Lin Feng smirked.
"You too."
They exchanged a brief nod.
No more words were needed.
The Journey Begins
Lin Feng turned.
And started walking.
Down the mountain path.
Toward the unknown.
Toward Blackstone City.
Toward a world far bigger than anything he had faced before.
Elsewhere…
High above the clouds—
A graceful figure stood on a flying sword.
Her robes fluttered in the wind.
Her eyes were calm.
Sharp.
Focused.
She looked toward the direction of Iron Spine Sect.
"Lin Feng…"
Her voice was soft.
"I'll find you soon."
Cliffhanger
As Lin Feng reached the base of the mountain—
He paused briefly.
A strange feeling passed through him.
Like something had just entered the game.
SYSTEM ALERT
New Variable Detected
Unknown Female Cultivator Entering Southern Region
Threat Level: ???
Interest Level: High
Lin Feng blinked.
"…Interest level?"
Then he smiled.
"Now I'm curious."