There was no need to wait for the next day. On the afternoon of the same day, the Li and Lan Families sent people to apologize. The Li Family sent a second-tier mid-tier soft armor, and the Lan Family sent a stalk of second-tier mid-tier spirit herb.
After receiving the gifts, Ling Xiao stuffed the soft armor into Bai Yuxi's arms without a second word, and told her to put it on quickly.
Bai Yuxi refused at first, saying that she had no use for it and wanted to give it to Ling Xiao. In the end, Ling Xiao had no choice but to show his authority as a young master before she accepted it obediently.
As for the second-tier mid-tier mid-tier spirit herb, Ling Xiao naturally couldn't give it to Bai Yuxi. Firstly, she had no use for it, and secondly, she didn't have the ability to maintain it. Hence, Ling Xiao accepted it on behalf of her.
Currently, he had quite a lot of good stock, and when he broke through to the Mystic Knight rank in the future, these stocks would be of use.
In the blink of an eye, another seven days passed.
At night, after a day of torment, Ling Xiao once again soaked in the medicinal tub. The medicinal effects of the large medicinal tub were absorbed cleanly by Ling Xiao in just a moment.
These medicinal effects weren't enough for Ling Xiao's body to recover. Immediately after, the two types of Xuan Qi began to circulate within his body, and the Xuan Energy flowed in reverse, continuously nourishing his limbs and organs. The injuries all over his body were healing at a speed visible to the naked eye.
Half the night passed, and Ling Xiao woke up from his meditation. His naked body was emitting a faint golden light, and his originally white skin had been replaced by a pale yellow. This pale yellow radiance circulated, appearing extremely glossy and flawless, constantly emitting a divine luster.
Ling Xiao looked at the changes in his body's skin color in disbelief. His mouth was wide open, and he muttered to himself, "This is the sign of the second transformation!"
Just as he finished speaking, the pale yellow halo disappeared, and his skin once again returned to its fair and delicate appearance.
"Damn, I've become a chameleon this time!" Ling Xiao lightly shouted, his face full of joy.
After more than half a month of torture, the second transformation of the Vajra Five Transformations Secret Art, "Refining Tendons", had finally reached minor success. This speed was truly astonishing.
His own strength as a mid-level profound practitioner had also improved greatly, and he was gradually striding towards the peak of the mid-level. He believed that it wouldn't be difficult for him to break through to become a high-level profound practitioner within a few months.
This was all brought about by the miraculous Three Parts Restoration Energy. Other than increasing the speed of cultivation, it could also absorb the medicinal power like the Vajra Five Transformations Secret Art and convert the medicinal power into Profound Energy. This was why he had such a significant improvement in such a short period of time.
"Old Master said that after I've reached minor success in the second transformation, I can end the first stage of training. I'll wait for dawn to find Old Master and tell him to let me rest for a month. It's time to go to the Desolate Mountain Range!" Ling Xiao made up his mind, and finally decided to go to the Desolate Mountain Range to experience the mystical birds and beasts of this continent. At the same time, he also wanted to see what kind of treasures were hidden on the map that Wei Daier had memorized, and why the two great mercenary groups would fight.
There was still some time before dawn. Ling Xiao took out the brocade box that he had obtained from Lone Eagle, opened it, and looked at the gray Spirit Grass inside. In his heart, he kept searching for the "Catalogue of Spirit Grass" that he had memorized in his mind. Regardless of whether it was common or rare, he recalled every single one of them, but he still couldn't find a matching Spirit Grass.
"Strange, could it be that the" Catalogue of Spirit Grass "also didn't have any records?" Ling Xiao looked at the Spirit Grass that was emitting a faint gray light, and he was puzzled.
"Wait, this … this can't be the Shady Wind Grass, right?" Suddenly, Ling Xiao's pupils dilated, and he finally remembered what Spirit Grass this was.
The Shady Wind Grass mostly grew in places of extreme Yin. It was an extremely rare high level 3 Spirit Grass, and belonged to the Wind Attribute Spirit Grass. For Wind Attribute Martial Artists, this was comparable to a Level 4 or higher Spirit Grass.
This was because the Shady Wind Grass was an extremely rare Spirit Grass for Wind Attribute Martial Artists. Not only could it increase the attribute ratio of Wind Attribute Martial Artists, but it could also be used to cultivate the "Shady Wind Evil Qi", which would greatly increase the lethality of their Xuan Skills. It was practically an invincible existence among Martial Artists of the same level.
Ling Xiao really couldn't understand how Lone Eagle had obtained such a high level Spirit Grass. The Shady Wind Grass grew in places of extreme Yin.
Aside from its own rarity, it was also because there would be a Shady Wind Beast that was at least Level 3 guarding it. Even a powerful Spirit Master wouldn't be the Shady Wind Beast's opponent. Only those with the strength of King Stage or above would have a chance of winning!
Lone Eagle was only a Middle Stage Mystic Realm Martial Artist, yet he was able to obtain such a Shady Wind Grass. If others recognized it, he would instantly suffer a fatal disaster!
Ling Xiao carefully put away the Shady Wind Grass. At this moment, his mood was abnormally surging.
A high level 3 Spirit Grass was comparable to a Level 4 Spirit Grass in value. If he took it to an auction, he would probably be able to sell it for a sky-high price.
Of course, he wouldn't be stupid enough to take it to an auction.
Such an unusual treasure would naturally be left for himself to use. If he broke through to the Mystic Realm and was of the Wind Attribute, then he would have profited greatly.
However, according to Ling Xiao's previous memories, when he broke through to the Mystic Realm before his meridians were crippled, he was of the Metal Attribute. Now that he broke through to the Mystic Realm again, would he also be of the Metal Attribute?
Thinking of this, Ling Xiao became vexed again. If it was of the Metal Attribute, then he wouldn't be able to enjoy this Shady Wind Grass.
"Forget it, a person can't be too greedy. If it really can't be done, then I'll just reward it to Lone Eagle in the future. Even though he's mainly of the Fire Attribute, he also has some Wind Attribute. Using the Shady Wind Grass can greatly increase his Wind Attribute and balance the two attributes. However, I'll have to wait until I brainwash that fellow. If his loyalty to me remains unchanged, then I'll forge him into the strongest bodyguard." Ling Xiao made up his mind and put away the brocade box.
Very quickly, the rising sun rose from the east.
Ling Xiao didn't continue to cultivate and instead went to find the Grand Elder.
When he had nothing to do, the Grand Elder would keep watch over the Profound Skill Pavilion.
When Ling Xiao arrived at the inner court, he went straight to the second floor of the Profound Skill Pavilion without any obstructions. He saw the old man lying on the armchair with his eyes narrowed, as if he didn't care about what was going on outside.
"Brat, you ran out again?" The Grand Elder didn't even need to open his eyes, it was as if he already knew that it was Ling Xiao.
"Old Master, I wouldn't have come here even if I wanted to!" Ling Xiao chuckled.
"Then what are you doing here? Could it be that yesterday's matter hasn't been resolved?"
"No, I'm here to ask for a leave of absence from you."
"Leave of absence?
What do you mean? "The Grand Elder had never heard of such a new word before and immediately asked.
Ling Xiao was speechless and then said, "I want to make a trip to the Desolate Mountain Range to train myself."
"No, you can't take half a step out of the clan before you reach the Small Success stage of the Second Transformation. Furthermore, there are many people who want to kill you right now. Don't you know that?" The Grand Elder finally opened his eyes and rejected him.
Ling Xiao couldn't help but feel a bit anxious, "I've already reached the Small Success stage of the Second Transformation."
He had been cultivating all day, and he was almost bored out of his mind. If he didn't go out and get some fresh air, he would go crazy.
The Grand Elder sighed, stroked his white beard and smiled benevolently, "You little fellow, stop joking. If you were to reach the Small Success stage, then my old bones wouldn't need to live anymore. Back then, I spent more than a year to reach the Small Success stage. No matter how talented you are, coupled with the unbearable torture of ordinary people, it would take at least half a year to reach the Small Success stage. Don't even think about lying to me."
"Could it be that I haven't reached the Small Success stage yet?"
Hearing the Grand Elder's words, Ling Xiao couldn't help but be puzzled. He then tore off his shirt and asked, "Old Master, what do you think is going on?"
Ling Xiao activated the Vajra Five Transformation Technique, and the white skin on his chest instantly turned light yellow. Furthermore, his entire body emitted a faint halo of light, making him look extremely divine.
The Grand Elder looked at Ling Xiao, his old mouth opened wide, his old eyes emitting an inconceivable light, "This … How is this possible!"
Ling Xiao withdrew his profound energy, and his skin returned to its fair appearance.
"Old Master, does this count as a small success?" Ling Xiao asked in confusion.
"According to the signs, it is a small success, but we have to try to know." After the Grand Elder finished speaking, he immediately grabbed Ling Xiao's hand and gently squeezed it.
Before Ling Xiao could react, he felt a pain in his hand. He couldn't help but let out a soft "Hiss!"
"I broke a few of your tendons, immediately use the Vajra Five Transformation Technique to repair them." The Grand Elder said seriously.
Ling Xiao didn't dare to think too much and immediately activated the Vajra Five Transformation Technique. A ball of profound energy immediately rushed towards his wrist and unblocked the tendons. The tendons began to slowly recover their vitality and the broken tendons gradually connected together.
After a while, Ling Xiao could no longer feel any abnormalities in his arm. The tendons had already been restored.
Through the practice of the Vajra Five Transformation Technique, Ling Xiao couldn't help but sigh that this profound art had its own unique way. It actually had the ability to repair itself. This seemed too magical!
If this kind of cultivation technique were to be spread out, it was unknown how many people would fight for it. He also didn't know where the Grand Elder got it from.
"Sure enough, it has already been cultivated to the small success." The Grand Elder sighed. He finally saw the abnormal cultivation ability of Ling Xiao.
He really couldn't believe that someone could cultivate to the small success in such a short time. Originally, he thought highly of Ling Xiao's outstanding talent, perception and tenacity, so he accepted him as a disciple. But now he realized that Ling Xiao's talent was already beyond his imagination.
In fact, even Ling Xiao didn't know that the reason why he could cultivate to the Vajra Five Transformation Technique so quickly, besides his own talent, the most important point was the Three Part Return to Yuan Qi.
If it wasn't for the help of the Three Part Return to Yuan Qi, he definitely wouldn't be able to cultivate so quickly.
Regarding this point, he would only gradually discover it when he became stronger in the future.
"Grand Elder, then can I go to the Desolate Mountain Range?" Ling Xiao asked again.
"You have cultivated to the small success, but this is all the more reason why I can't let you go. The Li and Lan families won't let you go. Once you go out, you will certainly encounter the crazy retaliation of the two families. Wait until you are strong enough, then you can go." The Grand Elder bitterly said.
It was rare to receive such an outstanding disciple, how could he feel at ease letting him go out now? If he was killed by the revenge of the enemies, then all his efforts would be wasted.
The Grand Elder decided that before Ling Xiao became a powerful warrior, he absolutely couldn't let Ling Xiao leave Meteorite City.
Of course, Ling Xiao could feel the Grand Elder's concern for him. He immediately bowed respectfully and said, "Grand Elder, I know you care about Xiao 'er, but an eagle will eventually spread its wings and become an overlord in the sky. If I don't have the courage to fight in the sky, how can I achieve anything? I don't want to hide in the family's shelter and grow up. It won't do me any good in the future."
"Of course I know what you're saying, but what is your current strength?
If you go out, people will want to kill you like an ant. If you die before you can achieve anything, isn't that just empty?
I've decided that before you become a high-level Xuan cultivator, you absolutely can't step out of the Ling family. "The Grand Elder politely but firmly said.
"Grand Elder, if you really don't feel at ease, then let the Five Elements Envoy, Hu Liu, and Hu Qi accompany me. It's not a good way to continue cultivating like this all day. We have to pay attention to the balance of work and rest. What if I continue to cultivate and become possessed by the devil …" Ling Xiao said incessantly.
Unfortunately, the Grand Elder had already closed his old eyes and seemed to have fainted. He was completely unmoved.
In the end, Ling Xiao could only walk out of the Mysterious Skill Pavilion with a shrug. However, he quickly thought of a plan to get out.