Breaking through to the Mahayana Realm also signified that Lin Yun’s cultivation journey had entered a new stage.
“I never expected that I would break through to the Mahayana Realm by fusing insights,” Lin Yun said with a smile, feeling a sense of wonder.
Originally, Lin Yun had planned to reach the Mahayana Realm by mastering four complete insights. Who could have predicted how unpredictable life could be?
Life is like that—even with a clear plan, it is still full of surprises.
After entering the Mahayana Realm, Lin Yun noticed a significant increase in his internal energy storage, which was also of great importance to him.
Many of Lin Yun’s techniques were of a very high level, which naturally meant they consumed a lot of energy. When he was at the third-stage Void Refining Realm, using too many powerful techniques would quickly deplete his energy, leaving him unable to launch strong attacks for a short period.
The breakthrough process had taken a little over two days, but thanks to the time dilation inside the Mind Tower, less than half a day had passed in the outside world.
This was the incredible advantage of the Mind Tower!
“Now, I should be able to cultivate the next level of body refinement techniques,” Lin Yun said with a smile.
Breaking through to the Mahayana Realm meant Lin Yun could make significant improvements in many areas.
“Let’s give it a try!”
Lin Yun immediately took out spirit crystals and began attempting to cultivate the tenth level of the *Tai Xu Body Refinement Technique*.
Cultivating body refinement techniques consumed a massive amount of spirit crystals. The tenth level required over two million spirit crystals, a staggering number. However, for Lin Yun, this was no longer a problem.
After cultivating for a while, beads of sweat formed on Lin Yun’s forehead and face. His complexion turned pale, and his lips trembled slightly.
“The tenth level is quite torturous, but I can barely endure it,” Lin Yun gritted his teeth and persisted.
Lin Yun wasn’t afraid of mental or physical torment—he was only worried that his body might not be able to withstand it.
About three hours later.
Lin Yun’s body trembled, and he collapsed to the ground, his muscles twitching uncontrollably.
“I can’t go on! I’ve reached my limit!”
Lin Yun quickly stopped.
By now, Lin Yun was drenched in sweat, completely exhausted.
Although he wanted to push further, his body had reached its limit and wouldn’t allow him to continue.
Lin Yun lay on the ground for over ten minutes before finally managing to get up, barely regaining his composure.
“For the tenth level of the body refinement technique, it’s best to cultivate for two hours a day,” Lin Yun decided.
After resting for a while, Lin Yun took out more spirit crystals and began stabilizing and improving his realm.
…
In the following days, Lin Yun continued cultivating inside the Mind Tower.
In addition to daily cultivation of the *Tai Xu Body Refinement Technique*, Lin Yun also focused on improving his realm, practicing the Saint-level sword technique *Rainbow Sword Art*, and continuing to explore his fire-carving stone sculpture to enhance his divine sense.
Lin Yun also selected a divine sense technique called *Illusory Cloud Technique* from the Saint-level manuals he had obtained in the ruins.
Divine sense techniques were rare. Before this, Lin Yun only had the *Soul Annihilation Technique*, a Transcendent-level divine sense technique. The *Illusory Cloud Technique*, however, was a Saint-level technique.
As for the strongest Heaven-level technique, *Heavenly Hand*, Lin Yun still didn’t have the strength to cultivate its second stage.
Lin Yun allocated time to each of these cultivation aspects, ensuring a balanced approach.
…
Lin Yun’s days were packed with cultivation, each day repeating the same rigorous routine.
Cultivation was inherently lonely and monotonous, but becoming a powerhouse required enduring such hardships.
Two and a half months later.
Lin Yun slowly opened his eyes.
“Two and a half months inside the Mind Tower, but only half a month has passed outside. It’s time to leave.”
With that, Lin Yun exited the Mind Tower space and returned to his cultivation chamber.
Stepping out of the chamber, Lin Yun didn’t see the little green dragon.
However, since Lin Yun and the little green dragon were bound by a soul contract, Lin Yun could easily sense its location.
Outside Lin Yun’s residence was a lake.
Lin Yun walked to the lakeside.
*Boom!*
With a splash of water, the little green dragon burst out of the lake, transforming into its human form and landing in front of Lin Yun.
“Kid, how was your cultivation over the past half month? Did you break through to the Mahayana Realm? You’ve been cultivating for two and a half months inside the Mind Tower,” the little green dragon asked curiously.
*Boom!*
A powerful aura of the first-stage Mahayana Realm erupted from Lin Yun’s body.
“Haha, you did it!” The little green dragon sensed Lin Yun’s aura and broke into a wide grin.
“Kid, congratulations on reaching the Mahayana Realm. I’ve witnessed your growth all along, and you truly are a monster. I believe you’ll achieve great things in the future!” the little green dragon said with conviction.
Lin Yun suddenly grew serious. “Little green dragon, now that I’ve reached the Mahayana Realm, as per our agreement, I won’t bind you anymore. You have your own life to live, and it’s time for you to do what you need to do.”
All good things must come to an end.
Lin Yun knew the time had come.
With that, Lin Yun directly dissolved the soul contract binding him and the little green dragon in his mind.
From now on, the little green dragon would no longer be bound by the contract, and Lin Yun would no longer be its master, able to control it.
If this had happened right after the contract was first formed, the little green dragon would have undoubtedly killed Lin Yun, as it had been forced into submission and had initially harbored a deep resentment toward Lin Yun.
However, over time, the two had formed a deep bond of friendship.
The little green dragon put away its usual playful demeanor.
For a moment, the joyful atmosphere of celebrating Lin Yun’s breakthrough turned somber, and the mood between Lin Yun and the little green dragon became heavy.
After all, the time for their separation had arrived.
The little green dragon knew that if Lin Yun had been selfish, he wouldn’t have ended the contract early and set it free. Instead, he would have kept it bound as a bodyguard for his own protection.
Lin Yun’s decision to dissolve the contract so decisively showed his sincerity and genuine care.
“Back then, I thought it would take you much longer to break through to the Mahayana Realm. I didn’t expect it to happen so quickly,” the little green dragon said with a sigh.
“What? You’re not going to tell me you’ll miss me and don’t want to leave, are you?” Lin Yun forced a smile, trying to lighten the mood.
“Pfft, we’re both grown men. Who would miss a brat like you? That’s just embarrassing. I’m just worried about your safety without me around to protect you,” the little green dragon retorted, clearly trying to downplay its feelings.
Lin Yun said, “Little green dragon, now that I’ve reached the Mahayana Realm, with my high-speed flying boat, numerous magical artifacts, and escape tools like the Super Void-breaking Pearl and the Ten Thousand Miles Vanishing Talisman, you don’t need to worry about my safety. Even if I can’t win a fight, escaping won’t be a problem.”
Lin Yun indeed had many trump cards and escape methods at his disposal.
Lin Yun continued, “Besides, the sect master has also reached the fourth tribulation of the Void Refining Realm. With his protection, I’ll be fine.”
The little green dragon pondered for a moment before nodding. “Alright then. It’s time for me to say goodbye. I… have my own matters to attend to.”
As the little green dragon spoke, a cold glint flashed in its eyes.
Lin Yun knew that the little green dragon had its own vendettas to settle. It had been waiting for this day for a long time…
