Translator: Silavin
It was only shortly after consuming the Amplifying Bodhi Fruit that Feng Qianxue groggily opened her eyes.
“Qianxue!” The first thing she saw upon opening her eyes was Qin Yichen. For some inexplicable reason, her restless and uneasy heart suddenly calmed down.
After a brief moment, tears blurred her vision.
For her, this felt like a catastrophe.
She seemed to have countless words she wanted to say, but Qin Yichen stopped her. “I know. I know everything.”
He gently held her, whispering softly in her ear.
Now was not the time for speaking.
Although consuming the Amplifying Bodhi Fruit had awakened Feng Qianxue, if the fundamental problem was not resolved, tragedy would still repeat itself.
A Martial Soul was the foundation of any Soul Martial Artist. Without a Martial Soul, one’s Soul, Yuan Energy, and essence would continue to dissipate, unable to coalesce. Even if one consumed the Amplifying Bodhi Fruit, it would merely delay the time of death.
Reconstruct the Martial Soul!
This was the key point.
Now, Feng Qianxue’s Soul, Yuan Energy, and essence had all recovered to their peak, even surpassing it. There was no better time than now to reconstruct her Martial Soul!
“Qianxue, I need you to cooperate with me on something now!” Qin Yichen reluctantly released her, speaking to her with a grave expression.
Feng Qianxue was clearly somewhat absent-minded. Her heart seemed to have already died.
No one could accept in a short time that someone closest to them would actually do something to harm them.
“Qianxue!!” Knowing the pain in her heart, Qin Yichen could not help but grip her soft arms with some force. “Someone like Ouyang Haotian approached you with ulterior motives from the very beginning. He’s not worth your sadness or grief. You should think about your Father. If something happens to you…”
He guided Feng Qianxue while trembling inwardly.
He did not blame Feng Qianxue. Ouyang Haotian had simply disguised himself too well. He only blamed himself for letting her experience such painful events once again.
“Time is running short, Qianxue. You must pull yourself together!” Sensing that Feng Qianxue’s Soul, Yuan Energy, and essence had reached a peak state under the nourishment of the Amplifying Bodhi Fruit, Qin Yichen suppressed the sorrowful emotions in his heart.
“I… what do I need to do?”
Feng Qianxue could actually sense more clearly than anyone that her Life Force was ebbing away.
Perhaps dying would end the pain in her heart, but thinking of her Father and relatives who had always cherished her, thinking of how they might be consumed with grief because of her, her beautiful face showed stubbornness for the first time.
She bit her lip lightly, looking at Qin Yichen.
“I need to reconstruct your Martial Soul, but I require your cooperation.”
Next, Qin Yichen explained all the matters that needed attention.
“You mean to use the Phoenix Egg as my new Martial Soul?”
Feng Qianxue looked at him in astonishment, then shook her head. “No, that won’t do. We can’t do that.”
Actually, ever since signing the contract with the Phoenix Egg, she had developed a special connection with it and had already formed certain feelings for it. When Qin Yichen proposed this now, her first reaction was opposition.
Sacrificing the Phoenix Egg was something she could not do!
“Qianxue, listen to me.” Qin Yichen helped her calm down, then explained. “The Phoenix Egg has already acknowledged you as its Master. If something happens to you, the Phoenix Egg cannot possibly survive…”
Originally, the Phoenix Egg should have hatched after Feng Qianxue awakened her Martial Soul, but it did not.
It was precisely because the Phoenix Egg was still in Feng Qianxue’s Dantian that Qin Yichen saw a glimmer of hope for reconstructing her Martial Soul.
Without the Phoenix Egg, even if he retrieved the Amplifying Bodhi Fruit, he could at most extend Feng Qianxue’s life for a period of time.
“But…” Feng Qianxue still seemed somewhat hesitant.
“We are not sacrificing the Phoenix Egg. It will still retain its own consciousness. When you reach a certain realm, it will naturally be able to separate from your Dantian!”
Qin Yichen was not comforting her. This was the truth. Moreover, he believed that Feng Qianxue could reach that realm.
He did not know what cultivation level Feng Qianxue’s previous Fire Phoenix Martial Soul had been, but this Phoenix Egg was genuinely a True Phoenix!
Even if the Phoenix Bloodline in Feng Qianxue’s body was extremely pure, her Martial Soul could not possibly compare to a True Phoenix.
Using the Phoenix Egg as a Martial Soul would only make Feng Qianxue stronger and take her further, without any side effects.
“Really?” Though Feng Qianxue’s tone was questioning, she had clearly wavered.
“Have I ever lied to you?” Qin Yichen looked earnestly into her eyes, speaking word by word.
This was not child’s play. It was his promise to her.
“Moreover, you can communicate with it and ask if it’s willing…” Seeing that she had somewhat softened, Qin Yichen struck while the iron was hot.
The Phoenix Egg had its own consciousness.
Looking at his earnest eyes, Feng Qianxue closed her eyes, seeming to communicate with the Phoenix Egg.
After a moment, she opened her eyes in surprise, murmuring. “It agreed…”
“En.” Qin Yichen was not surprised.
A True Phoenix was intelligent; it naturally understood how to choose.
“Do you remember the precautions I just told you about?” Not feeling reassured, Qin Yichen asked once more.
“I remember.” Feng Qianxue nodded.
Perhaps even she had not noticed that she had already developed a deep trust in Qin Yichen, reaching the level of dependence.
“Then let’s begin.” Seeing her agreement, Qin Yichen did not dare delay for a moment.
Next, Feng Qianxue sat cross-legged. Before long, her entire body was bathed in flames.
“Guide!” Qin Yichen gently placed his palm on her Dantian, drawing forth the medicinal properties of the Amplifying Bodhi Fruit within her body to concentrate there.
In just a moment, Feng Qianxue’s Dantian, which had been almost completely ravaged, was restored to its original state.
Within the Dantian, the Phoenix Egg hung suspended, with a Phoenix Manifestation appearing above it.
Next came the most crucial step.
Refine the Phoenix Egg!
Phoenixes feared no fire.
Therefore, this step needed to be completed by Qin Yichen on Feng Qianxue’s behalf.
Qin Yichen closed his eyes, sitting beside Feng Qianxue, placing his palms one in front and one behind over her Dantian.
“Qianxue, pay attention!” After reminding her, his Spiritual Energy quickly penetrated her Dantian, enveloping the Phoenix Egg within.
“Rest assured, she will be your best destination.” Qin Yichen murmured to himself, as if speaking to the Phoenix Egg.
Surprisingly, the Phoenix Manifestation above the Phoenix Egg actually called out to him once, as if understanding his meaning.
[Divine Hand Seal!] Ordinary methods could not refine the Phoenix Egg. Qin Yichen employed the special hand seal he had obtained when acquiring the Heaven Earth Spirit Pearl.
Speaking of which, this was his first time using the Divine Hand Seal.
Next, his hands positioned on Feng Qianxue’s body began changing movements, rhythmically striking, gradually transitioning from initial awkwardness to proficiency.