Supernatural Insight Eyes

"You’re finally out,"

The first thing Ye Qiu heard upon opening his eyes was Miao Shan’s words.

"Master, you’ve had a hard time these days," Ye Qiu thanked him, knowing full well that Miao Shan had been watching over him while he cultivated for several days straight.

"Judging from your appearance, you’ve gained a lot. Any amount of hard work is worth it," Miao Shan replied.

He could tell that Ye Qiu, who had been cultivating nonstop, had undergone subtle changes. He felt assured that Ye Qiu’s power had certainly multiplied.

"I will surely not disappoint you, Master. This time, I made a small progress," Ye Qiu smiled.

Speaking of his current power, although his realm hadn’t changed, his Bloodline Power had considerably increased. This meant that each time he underwent his transformation, his strength would increase, even if he couldn’t break into a higher realm outright.

Nevertheless, this enhancement made him experience the difficulty and pain of increasing his Bloodline Power.

The process of refining blood was agonizing, akin to pushing himself to the brink, and the harsher he was, the faster it refined, resulting in greater Bloodline Power increment.

This cultivation period offered Ye Qiu the greatest insight that refining Bloodline Power not only enhanced it but also honed and elevated his spiritual will.

His entire soul improved as if struck relentlessly with a hammer, repeatedly crushed, then revived countless times to continue being hammered—a perfect method for honing soul, will, and spiritual power.

This approach was beneficial in numerous ways, and Ye Qiu became fond of this abnormal style of cultivation.

The enhancement to his overall strength was overwhelming.

Even without an increase in Bloodline Power, the refinement in spirit, will, and soul alone was enough to please Ye Qiu, estimating that with this aberrant cultivation a few more times, his Alchemy could reach new heights.

Divine Grade pills were no longer his target, for he aimed to craft celestial-grade pills.

Once he succeeded in crafting celestial-grade pills, what would that imply? Likely, none at the Pill Tower except its master could achieve such a feat.

Then, with celestial-grade pills as aids, his power boost would accelerate, benefiting those around him to advance further.

"You look full of vigor, certainly gained a lot. Normally, I’d spar with you, but now’s not the time," Miao Shan’s tone shifted.

"Master, what happened these days?" Ye Qiu asked, recognizing that something significant had occurred, otherwise Miao Shan would insist on sparring.

Given Miao Shan’s words, the events were undoubtedly considerable.

Miao Shan then narrated the happenings at the ancestral grounds during Ye Qiu’s cultivation, including the incident where Heavenly Palace again resorted to threatening with the slaying of Dugu clan descendants to lure him out, causing Ye Qiu to clench his fists tightly.

"Trying a second time, they are?"

Ye Qiu realized he’d underestimated the treachery of Heavenly Palace; to target him, they’d forsaken all decency and repeated their previous strategy, continuing to slaughter Dugu clan descendants.

"Master, what is elder Xuan Ye’s plan, what decision was made?"

"His approach is to return an eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth," Miao Shan replied.

Ye Qiu’s eyes flashed with determination, "I must contribute my part too."

Infuriated by Heavenly Palace’s shameless tactics, Ye Qiu couldn’t refrain from wanting to take action; Miao Shan advised him to first seek advice from elder Xuan Ye.

Ye Qiu didn’t refuse and went immediately to find elder Xuan Ye.

Upon arriving at Xuan Ye’s residence, he saw Guardian Lei Yi and noticed Lei Yi’s aura had ascended to Supreme Saint, surprising Ye Qiu.

"You’re out?" Lei Yi remarked, seeing Ye Qiu’s astonished look, saying little otherwise.

"Your aura..." Ye Qiu began, but before he could finish, Lei Yi smiled, "It’s nothing, just a fall. I’m content to have returned alive this time."

"Was it done by Heavenly Palace?" Ye Qiu asked, although he already had the answer within him.

"Haha, let’s not discuss this. What brings you here?" Lei Yi intentionally diverted the topic, unwilling for Ye Qiu to act rashly against Heavenly Palace, fearing harm would come to him.

A Supreme Saint like Lei Yi barely escaped death, and Ye Qiu wasn’t yet at that level; his involvement would increase danger. To lose such a young genius like Ye Qiu to Heavenly Palace would be regrettable, as Ye Qiu still had ample time to enhance himself, unlike Lei Yi, whose potential had peaked.

"I’ve come to seek elder Xuan Ye," Ye Qiu replied, perceiving that beneath Lei Yi’s smiling facade there lay an uncheerful heart.

No matter, once his soul, spiritual power advanced further, he’d craft celestial-grade pills. By then, Lei Yi could use these pills to reclaim his Supreme Saint status.

Though Ye Qiu hadn’t witnessed what befell Lei Yi, Miao Shan’s account about Heavenly Palace attacking Dugu clan descendants made it evident Lei Yi had boldly intervened despite the known trap, leading to his fall from the Supreme Saint status.

Determined to aid Lei Yi regain his power someday, Ye Qiu followed him into the inner courtyard, arriving at Xuan Ye’s chamber.

Ye Qiu didn’t find Dugu Qing, Dugu Cheng, Dugu Yao, or Ye, nor did he see any elders along his way.

"You’ve arrived," Xuan Ye greeted Ye Qiu warmly.

"Elder," Ye Qiu respectfully addressed.

"I know your intention but don’t wish for you to get involved."

"Elder, I am also a descendant of Dugu clan; I do not wish to stand aloof," Ye Qiu stated.

"You bear the hope of leading the Dugu clan; I fear for your well-being."

"Death is inevitable, whether monumental like a mountain or insignificant like a feather, but if I cower in this situation, how can I prove worthy of leading the Dugu clan?" Ye Qiu asserted firmly.

Xuan Ye pondered Ye Qiu’s resolve deeply, his eyes complex as he delved into Ye Qiu’s sentiments, "Well spoken, monumental like a mountain, insignificant like a feather. I’ve not misjudged you; since you wish to act, I’ll acquiesce."

Joy flashed on Ye Qiu’s face.

He understood the Dugu clan’s plight well—Xuan Ye being of the elder generation couldn’t intervene recklessly, as his emergence could provoke fiercer foes from the Heavenly Palace.

Within this miniature world, besides the titan-like Xuan Ye, remained only Lei Yi, the elders and few others.

Lei Yi’s power had diminished from his peak, and his injuries severely hindered action, while among the elders, few had reached Supreme Saint strength; most were still in the Saint Realm.

The remaining youthful talents had merely reached Supreme Saint status, inadequate against the colossal threat Heavenly Palace presented.

Should Ye Qiu not step up now, others would face greater risks; at least his action carried advantages, utilizing Ge Tian treasures for survival.