Attacks from afar!
The power of the Palm Thunder has greatly increased after merging with the Fire Element!
"Is it possible that upon reaching the Fourth Realm, I could summon Thunder Tribulation with a mere flick of the wrist, controlling it at will!?"
Lin Beichen gazed intently at the sky, lost in a trance.
In his mind, he conjured images of controlling the endless expanse of thunder and lightning, swallowing every Electric Element around and using it for himself!
Such power would likely increase exponentially!
Even if surrounded by hundreds of attackers, he would remain unfazed, not worrying about depleting his elements and running out of resources!
In the Fourth Realm, the capacity for elements within the body would undoubtedly increase significantly as well!
Don’t just think about facing hundreds; even armored vehicles and helicopters could be dealt with!
This thought crossed Lin Beichen’s mind, and immediately, a small flame appeared in his hand, but it didn’t stop there!
Inside the flame appeared a cold white ball of lightning, dancing within the fire, merging together and turning the flame into a pale blue!
The lightning, infused with more Electric Element power, gained a faint purple hue within the cold white glow in his palm!
This concentrated elemental power, coupled with the addition of Fire Element, caused the glowing ball to ripple the surrounding air as it danced in his palm.
Lin Beichen could sense an improvement compared to the security bureau’s assessment!
The elements stored within him had also increased!
This boosted his confidence, as he had a solid foundation in university physics and had reached the Martial Extreme Realm in martial arts!
With elemental powers advancing further, a new evaluation would surely break through to the A-level!
Reaching the level of large heavy weaponry, possibly even beyond!
Yet, one thing left Lin Beichen feeling somewhat disappointed.
Since breaking into the Third Realm with three major elemental powers, progress had been stagnant!
To date, there had been only minor improvements, far from a significant breakthrough!
Not to mention the elusive gateway to the Fourth Realm!
It seemed as if he had reached the Extreme Realm, making further advancements incredibly difficult!
Standing before the Third Realm, Lin Beichen felt as if a wall blocked his path.
This wall surrounded him in a circular enclosure, suggesting his energy had reached the limits of this circle!
To break through, he would need to shatter this circular wall and access the larger energy within!
"Where is the breakthrough point?"
"Do I need to cultivate all Five Elements to the Third Realm?"
"Why can’t I sense the next element?"
With these thoughts, Lin Beichen sighed deeply, forming a plan in his heart.
On this path of cultivation, he was unprecedented.
No predecessors to guide him!
He needed to pave his way, step by step, exploring and pushing forward!
There were no shortcuts!
Just as Lin Beichen was feeling vexed, his phone rang suddenly.
The caller was Principal Hao Jianhua.
"Where are you?"
"I need to inform you about something, prepare yourself. Next week, you will join a delegation heading to Atlantis University for academic exchange!"
"It’s a rare opportunity; only fifty slots among tens of thousands at our school!"
"But you must ensure that you don’t cause any trouble this time!"
"Any issues?"
Lin Beichen thought deeply upon hearing this news. Given his inability to find a breakthrough with new elements, perhaps this trip to Atlantis could offer a breakthrough with its different environment!
"No problem." Lin Beichen responded, then hung up the phone.
Finding it harder to make progress at the gym, Lin Beichen ceased his efforts there and, with the sun starting to set, returned to his dorm.
At Imperial Capital University’s conference room, the department heads had reached a preliminary agreement regarding the details of the academic exchange.
Everyone agreed to the trip to Atlantis University for academic exchange.
That evening at 6:00 PM, Imperial Capital University officially responded to Atlantis University’s email through the official channel and held a press conference.
To underscore its authority.
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The next morning.
A towering mountain shrouded in mist rose among countless surrounding peaks.
Each peak seemingly pierced through the clouds, standing grand and majestic.
The trees on the mountain were dense, branching out and adding a lush green hue close to nature, enhancing the pleasant air.
The breeze carried the fresh fragrance of leaves.
Among these peaks, one stood the tallest.
The highest among them all!
Its summit was obscured from view when gazing upward from the base!
The mountain’s shape resembled a dragon, bursting through the earth, while the peak resembled a tiger head, thus named "Dragon Tiger Mountain."
A golden sunrise gleamed from the mountain’s edge, casting light on the mist, enveloping the summit in sacred haze.
Enriching the mountain with a celestial aura.
At dawn, Dragon Tiger Mountain’s base was thronged with people, climbing the long stairway like a dragon, ascending to the summit.
Breathing the mountain’s serene air, climbers felt their fatigue ease!
As they ascended, the air’s tranquility grew strong, full of nature’s fragrance, refreshing like a sweet spring entering their hearts!
Feeling invigorated!
This allure attracted countless visitors to Dragon Tiger Mountain!
Some early climbers already saw mist-shrouded buildings.
At the summit stood a sprawling mansion, encompassing the entire peak, grand and striking!
Yet exuding an ancient and solemn charm!
Typical of ancient courtyard architecture, with a layout of interconnected quadrangles.
The central main building had two massive wooden beams at the entrance, neatly tiled at the top!
In the courtyard center, despite the walls blocking view, a large stone sculpture could still be seen!
A carved dragon intertwined with a tiger, resonating with Dragon Tiger Mountain’s name!
Life-like, standing prominently in the courtyard, attracting attention!
Carved on the beam over the entrance were three large characters, "Celestial Master’s Mansion!"
This majestic structure at Dragon Tiger Mountain’s peak left visitors awestruck.
Filled with wonder at the immense human and material resources and time needed to build it!
And curious why Daoism chose to root here!
Celestial Master’s Mansion was renowned!
Holding significant prestige nationwide, yet its disciples rarely appeared in the mortal world, adding a mystical aura to it!
Many speculated that the mansion housed martial arts and cultivator experts!
Great Xia Kingdom’s true Daoist masters, governing yin and yang!
After the nation’s founding, peace prevailed, and they withdrew here, living free from worldly dust.
Over time, more visitors reached the summit, but the mansion rarely opened to the public, so they could only observe from a nearby high ground.
Soon, the mansion resounded with solemn chanting, carrying a celestial aura, filling the mountains.
Merely listening brought peace, as if everything stilled, imparting enlightenment.
Visitors came to view the mountains, the scenery, but mostly to see the majestic mansion and hear its chanting.
Others prayed and made wishes.
Soon, the mountains were crowded with people.
Hoping for a rare chance to see the mansion open its doors.
Though mainly they enjoyed nature and the incredible structure.