After the battle with Shrek group, Li Yu had gained quite a bit of fame.
At least, among the upper echelons of Heaven Dou, his face was now "familiar."
Therefore, when leaving the city, Li Yu didn't face any obstruction, and even the city guard officer personally saw him off.
Li Yu didn't refuse this.
He knew this must have been arranged by Qian Renxue.
It was a clear statement to everyone about Li Yu position in "Xue Qinghe" eyes.
Actually, before departure, Qian Renxue had insisted on seeing Li Yu off.
However, Li Yu had declined, asking her to first take care of the Academy matters.
Once out of the city, Li Yu didn't have much intention of keeping a low profile. He only wanted to reach the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well as quickly as possible and extract the toxins from Dugu Bo body.
[Spirit Wings] unfurled.
Though only a four-ring Spirit King, he soared into the air with a speed that rivaled a Spirit Emperor.
As a result, leaving at noon, by sunset, Li Yu had already arrived at the Sunset Forest.
"That old man still hasn't come out?"
Li Yu scanned the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well a few times, but did not find any trace of Dugu Bo.
He shook his head, his eyes moving over the various immortal herbs that had been confirmed during the last visit.
Now, his soul power had reached level 44.
It had been over a month since he absorbed the immortal herbs, and since Dugu Bo had not yet emerged, he certainly wouldn't wait idly.
After thinking for a while, Li Yu gaze landed on the 'Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower.'
Its appearance was simple, with red leaves shaped like a rooster's comb. The veins of the leaves were a striking crimson gold!
And due to Li Yu affinity with fire elements, he could sense that the fire elements around the 'Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower' were exceptionally rich and dense!
In simple terms, the temperature around it was much higher than in other areas.
According to Tang san, the 'Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower' could greatly enhance soul power and flame effects.
Now that Li Yu controlled multiple elements, it was the best choice for rapidly increasing his soul power.
Without hesitation, Li Yu wings fluttered, and he landed beside the 'Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower.'
He then moved his focus, and ten marks appeared on his fingertips, followed by the detachment of ten "armor plates."
The "armor plates" swiftly floated, passed over the end of the 'Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower,' and lifted it towards Li Yu.
"Controlling with 'armor' is quite convenient; I don't even need to bend down."
Li Yu shook his head slightly, then focused his attention on the 'Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower.' His mind moved, and the ten armor plates surrounded it.
Then, the "Absorb" ability was activated!
The energy and medicinal properties of the immortal herb were absorbed and transferred into Li Yu body.
"Mm~"
Li Yu hummed lightly, then closed his eyes, silently feeling the energy in his body that was still hot, even after being "refined."
Indeed, the immortal herb was a true treasure!
This was a different experience from when he had absorbed the "Longing for the Waterfall Dew" herb.
He didn't dare be careless, immediately focusing his mind to calm the hot energy in his body.
This was originally a tedious process.
But feeling the rapid growth of his soul power and sensing the heated air around him due to the herb's medicinal properties, Li Yu found it refreshing in his perception.
Time passed slowly.
About an hour later, with the 'Absorb' ability operating at 200% efficiency, the medicinal effects of the 'Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower' were completely absorbed.
Li Yu lightly clenched his hands, and the mystical herb turned into powder, dispersing.
[Level: 49]
One 'Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower' had directly raised his soul power from level 44 to 49, a full 5 levels!
It should be noted that in the original storyline, Ma Hongjun absorption of this herb only raised his soul power by 5 levels, and he was at the three-ring Soul Grandmaster level at that time.
This was a completely different concept!
Apart from the difference in aptitude, it was also a reflection of the ability of [Spirit Adornment].
The medicinal properties of the herb were completely absorbed without any waste, resulting in this outcome.
However.
Li Yu still did not open his eyes, and a hot aura continued to emanate from his body.
This state lasted for about a quarter of an hour, and then the heat became violent!
"Ugh!"
Li Yu suddenly opened his eyes wide, and the surrounding hot energy quickly transformed into pure fire elemental energy.
And the next moment.
A magic cube began to form in the dense fire elemental energy.
The red [Elemental Cube] quickly split and reformed.
In no time, [Bi Fang] appeared.
But before [Bi Fang] could even cry out, it suddenly "collapsed"!
The energy quickly rolled back, as if time was reversing. Particles of energy could be seen as small blocks.
They stacked together and reformed the red [Elemental Cube].
However, this time, there seemed to be an additional streak of bright red!
It was like blood!
Before Li Yu could observe this closely, the [Elemental Cube] began to split and reform again...
"Yi~"
A screech sounded, and two Fire wings of flames unfurled!
Then, its appearance was revealed.
The entire body was covered in multicolored feathers, and there was a祥瑞 aura. More importantly, its form was completely different from the previous [Bi Fang].
It was even more mystical and noble!
This was, indeed, a [Phoenix].
[Bi Fang] turned into a [Phoenix], an outcome Li Yu had never anticipated. It seemed that a "metamorphosis" connection couldn't have existed between the two.
But this was the reality.
After thinking for a moment, Li Yu could only attribute this change to the medicinal effects of the 'Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower.'
After all, Ma Hongjun [Evil Fire Phoenix] had also undergone some degree of transformation due to the herb.
At the very least, it had removed the "side effects" of his martial soul.
Thinking of this, Li Yu was able to accept the situation.
Of course, the fact that this transformation was "positive" and didn't harm him made it easier to accept.
He then turned his attention back to the other immortal herbs.
Now that his soul power had reached level 49, it would be best to break through to level 50 in one go.
That way, when the daily rewards were settled, he would receive an additional 500 years of free distributed years.
Beneficial with no harm.
Looking around, Li Yu gaze finally landed on the 'Nine Treasure Purple Zoysia.'
This Nine Treasure Purple Zoysia had been given to Yu Xiaogang by Tang san for use. Its medicinal properties were mild, but it could help solidify the foundation and boost strength.
Although it wasn't an immortal herb, its properties were just right for Li Yu current needs.
He had just absorbed the potent 'Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower,' and now he was just one step away from reaching level 50.
So, without hesitation.
The "armor plates" floated, and just like before, Li Yu took the 'Nine Treasure Purple Zoysia' and quickly began to absorb and refine it.
This time, after just a quarter of an hour, Li Yu opened his eyes.
The aura around him also began to change...