The room was shrouded in stillness as Lin Xuan activated the Scriptures of Severed Unity, guided by the power of the dark coin. The ancient text responded immediately, synchronizing with his qi.
He felt a strange heat in his palm.
The dark coin began to tremble slightly, glowing ominously, and before he could react—it melted.
Thick black liquid, like molten metal infused with energy, flowed up his arm and into his back. He groaned as the energy pierced into his flesh, burning yet empowering. Lines of intricate runes formed on his back, weaving into a swirling sigil—a mark.
The Mark of Severed Unity.
His qi trembled violently, then stabilized with newfound strength. The scripture now coursed through him effortlessly.
His cultivation surged.
Boom!
Eighth Layer of Qi Condensation!
The black runes glowed faintly on his back, pulsing in harmony with his breath.
He gritted his teeth, guiding the energy further. The fire within his dantian roared to life again.
Boom!
Ninth Layer of Qi Condensation!
His eyes opened slowly, their glow cold and sharp. He flexed his fingers, feeling the immense transformation in his body and soul.
The pendant was gone—but its essence was now a part of him.
He stood silently, then turned toward the window, the cool night breeze brushing against his skin.
The world had changed.
And so had he.
His voice was low, but steady.
"The path of power... I'll walk it to the end. No matter who stands in my way."
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