Chapter 072: Mystic Origin Fetal Nurturing Pill

  "Brother Yang..." Tears welled up in Yun'er's beautiful eyes as she cradled Yang Tian's battered body, her heart aching with unbearable pain.

  Yang Tian's body was a mess, with dozens of deep, bone-chilling wounds. The corridor was stained a deep crimson.

  "Quick, give him this pill!" Shan Qu rushed over, pulling out a jade vial. As he opened it, a fragrant aura wafted out. In his hand was a crystal-clear pill, its potent medicinal energy astonishing to behold.

  "Mystic Origin Fetal Nurturing Pill!" Xing Hao exclaimed in surprise. This fifth-tier high-grade pill could heal even severed limbs and had miraculous effects on external injuries.

  However, such pills were incredibly difficult to refine, requiring a main ingredient—the Mystic Origin Spirit Grass, which was nearly extinct. Even the Thunderclap Sect had only a few specimens, and they needed to be of a very high age.

  "It's truly unbelievable. Despite that devastating attack, Brother Yang only suffered external injuries," Xing Hao noted, observing that Yang Tian's dantian remained unharmed.

  "Indeed, it's astonishing. Brother Yang must have some protective treasure," Shan Qu remarked, feeding Yang Tian the pill. Such treasures, which could safeguard the dantian, were even rarer than soul-protecting artifacts.

  "Heh, you're quite wealthy to have a Mystic Origin Fetal Nurturing Pill," Xing Hao praised, watching as Yang Tian's wounds began to heal rapidly, the cuts already forming scabs.

  "Heh, it was given to me by my family," Shan Qu chuckled, scratching his head before rushing off to collect the remaining Star Pills.

  In Yang Tian's consciousness, he remained in a deep coma until a cool sensation touched his mind, gradually bringing him back to awareness.

  Inside Yang Tian's body, the energy of the Mystic Origin Fetal Nurturing Pill was immense. His broken bones and tendons had already healed, and his internal organs were enveloped in a misty aura. As the name suggested, the pill's primary function was to nurture and strengthen the body.

  Within Yang Tian's body, wisps of milky-white mist appeared, cocooning him like a silkworm. The energy within his body was rapidly increasing.

  "Hmm?" Yang Tian's transformation caught their attention. Shan Qu stared in amazement, murmuring, "He's actually triggered the fetal nurturing process. It seems Brother Yang's body was already incredibly strong."

  The energy of the Mystic Origin Fetal Nurturing Pill was so potent that, given their current cultivation levels, they could only absorb a fraction of it. Triggering the fetal nurturing process was exceedingly rare.

  Yang Tian had trained relentlessly for three months, carrying a broken sword daily to temper his body. His ability to contend with saint-level figures was no accident. Such perseverance required immense willpower.

  "We can't stay here long. Let's find another place," Xing Hao suggested after they finished collecting the pills. The Star Pills required the refinement of acupoints to be consumed, and the process of tempering the body with stellar energy was arduous, but they were up to the task.

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  They hurried away, protecting Yang Tian's unconscious form, attracting many curious glances. However, the powerful aura each of them exuded deterred anyone from making a move.

  After running for a long time, they found a stone door and entered, settling into cultivation.

  Two days passed, and most people had begun to explore the area. The pill storage vault seemed endless, but many had also discovered the place Yang Tian and his group had found.

  Tension filled the air as many, unsatisfied with the pills they had found, ventured toward the core area. However, the vast array of formations there made them wary.

  The dead bodies scattered around were a grim reminder—the formation was a killing array, and touching it meant certain death.

  News of Xing Hao's group possessing the core area's mark had spread, and everyone in the outer region was frantically searching for them. However, their trail had gone cold two days prior.

  In a stone chamber, a large cocoon of light lay on the ground, emanating a powerful life force that made it difficult for the others to focus on their cultivation.

  This state had persisted for half a day, and the immense vitality made Xing Hao and the others envious.

  Suddenly, the cocoon began to crack, and rays of crimson light shot out. As the energy grew, the cocoon's surface became covered in fissures.

  "Haha, he's finally emerging!" The group was roused from their cultivation, walking over to Yang Tian. The energy fluctuations indicated that Yang Tian's strength had increased significantly, and his physical power had made a leap forward.

  "Brother Yang's strength has greatly improved. Next time we meet them, we'll beat them to a pulp," Shan Qu said with a grin, clearly holding a grudge.

  "Crack." As the energy surged, the cocoon's outer layer fell away, revealing a figure. The cocoon shattered, scattering in all directions.

  Explosive power—limitless explosive power. Every muscle in Yang Tian's body trembled, his movements accompanied by thunderous roars. His spine, like a dragon, swayed with the force of thunder.

  "What's going on?" Yang Tian was bewildered, pinching the muscles on his arm in disbelief. Their strength had more than doubled, a truly astonishing improvement.

  "Brother Yang, how do you feel?" Xing Hao laughed, patting Yang Tian's mostly exposed muscles.

  "What pill did you give me?" Yang Tian asked, recalling the severe injuries he had sustained before falling unconscious. Now, not only was he healed, but his strength had also increased. Even if he faced Li Hongtao's strange bead again, he wouldn't be nearly killed.

  "Shan Qu gave you a Mystic Origin Fetal Nurturing Pill, which triggered the fetal nurturing process, greatly enhancing your body," Xing Hao explained, his tone filled with envy.

  "Mystic Origin Fetal Nurturing Pill!" Yang Tian exclaimed. This pill was renowned for its ability to temper the body, but he hadn't expected to trigger the fetal nurturing process, which usually required a much higher cultivation level.

  "Brother Yang, can you feel any residual medicinal energy in your body?" Shan Qu asked, mimicking Xing Hao by patting Yang Tian's shoulder.

  Yang Tian focused inward, sensing wisps of white mist lingering in every muscle, their energy still potent. It seemed he had absorbed as much as he could for now, and further absorption would require reaching the Martial Warrior realm.

  "Thank you, Brother Shan," Yang Tian said sincerely, clasping his hands in gratitude.

  "Brother Yang, there's no need to be so formal," Shan Qu replied, slightly embarrassed.

  "Haha, no need for formalities between us. We're brothers in adversity now," Xing Hao said, patting both of them on the shoulder.

  "Yes, brothers in adversity," they all agreed, a genuine bond forming between them. Among men, some feelings didn't need to be spoken aloud—they were understood.

  "By the way, how long was I unconscious?" Yang Tian asked after a moment.

  "Two days. The people outside are going crazy looking for us," Xing Hao replied, his eyes flashing with coldness. With their secret out, they had become the enemies of everyone in the ruins.

  "The core area has many killing arrays. Even if the outer formations are activated, it won't matter much," Yun'er said softly, stepping forward with a smile.

  Yang Tian's mind flashed back to the earlier scene, and he glanced at Yun'er with a complex expression. He felt as if he were carrying a heavy burden. Some things were beyond his control, and his enemies were too formidable.

  "For now, let's head to the core area," Xing Hao suggested, and Shan Qu nodded in agreement.