Battle Through the Heavens: Heavenly comprehension

[Beast Control Flame Mark: A method of using fire-attribute Dou Qi combined with soul power to draw rune marks and imprint them on a magical beast's soul, enabling one to command the beast.]

[Note: By stimulating beast flames or unique flames, the stronger the controller's soul power and the weaker the beast, the higher the success rate.]

Xiao Yan smiled slightly. In the end, only through personal experimentation can one uncover practical truths.

He had considered this type of control method before.

However, back then, he was only surrounded by creatures like yellow orioles and yellow dogs. His strength was still at the Dou Qi stage, and his soul power wasn't as strong as it is now. After thinking for a bit, he gave up.

Domesticated animals are, after all, just ordinary creatures. If they couldn't withstand the process and died, it would've been a waste.

Now that his Dou Qi had transformed into Dou Energy and his soul power had significantly improved, coupled with the Xuanhuang Flame and Peach Blossom Fire within him, recalling this old idea came naturally.

Xiao Yan took a deep breath, formed seals with his hands, and activated his Dou Qi cyclone. Pure Dou Energy surged out, carrying wisps of Xuanhuang Flame and Peach Blossom Fire.

A yellow and a pink flame danced like two lively spirits in Xiao Yan's palms.

As his hand seals changed, the two flames began to merge. They spun between his hands before transforming into a magnificent flaming seal.

This seal seemed like a real flame, burning fiercely and emitting intense heat.

"What kind of thing is this?" Yao Lao observed curiously.

"Beast Control Flame Mark!"

Xiao Yan shouted. Manipulating the fiery seal, he forcefully imprinted it onto the Flaming Wolf's forehead.

The fiery seal sank into the wolf's head, and Xiao Yan could clearly feel a trace of resistance.

However, the resistance was extremely weak, almost fleeting.

If not for his extraordinary soul power, he might not have noticed it at all.

It made sense. The Flaming Wolf was significantly weaker than him, had been beaten half to death, and was already extremely vulnerable, with no energy left to resist.

The Flaming Wolf shook its head, its eyes transitioning from fear to calm. Straining its limbs, it struggled to its feet.

Xiao Yan dismounted to let the wolf recover, as they'd need to continue their journey soon.

"It's been controlled?" Yao Lao was astonished.

A contract to control magical beasts—this was unheard of!

Magical beasts possess incredibly strong physiques. After a short rest, the Flaming Wolf regained its vigor and began affectionately nuzzling its head against Xiao Yan.

Stroking the massive wolf's head, Xiao Yan chuckled, "Now that you're my mount, you deserve a name."

Looking at the wolf's bright red fur, Xiao Yan nodded slightly. "Let's call you Little Red."

The Flaming Wolf nodded repeatedly, seeming quite satisfied, leaving Yao Lao dumbfounded.

This actually worked!

Patting Little Red's head, Xiao Yan mounted the wolf and headed deeper into the Magical Beast Mountain Range.

Little Red's powerful limbs leaped swiftly, weaving through the forest paths.

Seated on its back, Xiao Yan felt the beast's surging energy and fiery body heat. His heart was filled with anticipation for the future and the thrill of adventure.

Though magical beasts are impressive, Xiao Yan, burdened by the heavy Xuan Heavy Ruler, far exceeded an ordinary human's weight. For a lone wolf, long-distance running was a significant challenge.

Not wanting to overwork it, Xiao Yan swapped Little Red with over a dozen other first-tier magical beasts along the way.

When night fully descended, Xiao Yan paused in the forest, letting the beasts disperse to find food and rest. He himself roasted two wild rabbits by a campfire.

In the darkness of the Magical Beast Mountain Range, the campfire was like a guiding beacon.

After a short while, a group of five people emerged from the forest and approached the fire.

The group consisted of three men and two women. Seeing only Xiao Yan, a lone youth roasting rabbits, even the middle-aged leader was visibly surprised.

After a brief silence, the man smiled and said, "Young friend, are you a mercenary as well? Why venture alone into the Magical Beast Mountain Range?"

Xiao Yan glanced up slightly and responded with a calm smile, like an enthusiastic youth: "I'm young, so I'm taking a chance to seek fortune."

A lively girl in the group, around eighteen or nineteen, with a delicate face and a crisp voice, said, "You don't look much older than me. I bet you're just at the Dou Qi stage. Acting so recklessly will only make you a meal for magical beasts. Why not join our Blood Battle Mercenary Group?"

"Our Blood Battle Mercenary Group is renowned in Qingshan Town. Once you join, as long as you work hard, you'll earn gold coins, cultivation techniques, and Dou Skills."

So, it was the Blood Battle Mercenary Group. Xiao Yan raised his eyebrows slightly. The world was truly small, running into two of Qingshan Town's major mercenary groups.

On second thought, it wasn't surprising. He had previously encountered the Wolf Head Mercenary Group, so Qingshan Town must be nearby.

Mercenary groups rely on magical beasts, magic cores, and medicinal materials for survival, often stationed in the Magical Beast Mountain Range. Running into the Blood Battle Mercenary Group was normal.

"Ling'er, don't be rude." The middle-aged man, noticing Xiao Yan's high-quality black robe, scolded softly, then turned to Xiao Yan with a smile. "Young friend, it's dangerous to be alone at night when magical beasts are most active. Why don't we team up and look out for each other?"

"What you said makes sense, Uncle. These rabbits just finished roasting, and you've arrived at the perfect time. Sit down, everyone," Xiao Yan said with a smile, inviting them to join him.

Traveling thousands of miles is more enlightening than reading thousands of books. Despite his unparalleled talent, Xiao Yan never considered himself above others.

Though the Blood Battle Mercenary Group wasn't powerful, their experience and knowledge far surpassed that of a young master who had spent most of his time at home.

Sometimes, seemingly ordinary people may casually say something that proves to be a revelation.

Like the apple that once fell on someone's head.

Among the many unique flames, one was called Yin-Yang Dual Flame, ranked 21st.

Born in the void of the universe, it consisted of black and white flames intertwined like the dual fishes of the yin-yang symbol.

Yin and yang represent natural law, the origin of all creation. Yin-Yang Dual Flame, born from this source, embodies life and death, two contrasting forces.

Having already comprehended the Xuanhuang Flame and being in the process of creating Myriad Beast Spirit Fire, Xiao Yan set a small goal for himself: to comprehend the Yin-Yang Dual Flame.

Unlike the singular path of the Flame Mantra, the Great Flame Mantra offered a way for fire-attribute Dou Qi practitioners to reach a level even surpassing Imperial Flames.

Such techniques weren't exclusive to fire-attribute Dou Qi practitioners. Among the unique flames, there were ones like Nether Poison Flame, Bone Chilling Flame, and Nine Dragon Thunder Flame that transcended fire attributes.

In truth, attributes themselves hold no intrinsic superiority. Techniques like the Flame Mantra and Great Flame Mantra, which fuse diverse unique flames with varying powers, reflect the principle: "Yin cannot exist alone, yang cannot flourish alone; their union creates all things."

That said, Xiao Yan's current path was still rooted in cultivating fire-attribute Dou Qi.

(End of Chapter)

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