After a brief moment of thought, Lin Yun became completely certain of his conjecture.
The only branch that had fused with the black turtle shell grew exceptionally luxuriantly, while the other four branches of the Source Tree remained sparse, forming a striking contrast with this one.
“After fusing with the turtle shell, not only does it strengthen the Source Tree itself, it also grants me an extremely powerful speed boost. If I manage to fuse the remaining four shells, does that mean each one will not only further reinforce the Source Tree but also grant a unique special effect?” Lin Yun secretly speculated.
He felt this was highly probable.
Although the speed boost did not directly increase Lin Yun’s attack or defence, it was still extremely useful.
If Lin Yun faced an opponent of a higher realm, even if he could fight them, once the opponent decided to flee with all their heart, Lin Yun’s lower realm would mean lower speed, making pursuit difficult.
Whether for chasing enemies or escaping, it was invaluable.
Moreover, after incorporating this turtle shell, the Source Tree itself had also been strengthened once.
At that moment, An Yun and Zou Dongsheng sent him a voice transmission, asking where he had gone.
“I will be right back.”
Lin Yun replied with a quick transmission, then turned and headed back.
Inside the mountain, on the square of the Wuji Heavenly Palace.
When Lin Yun returned, Zou Dongsheng, An Yun, and several other members of the Wuji Heavenly Palace had already gathered on the square.
“Young Master, where did you suddenly run off to?” Zou Dongsheng immediately asked the moment he saw Lin Yun return.
Lin Yun’s abrupt dash outward had startled them. After all, he had not said anything about leaving, and they placed the utmost importance on Lin Yun’s safety.
“I made some progress in cultivation, so I went out for a quick test of the effects,” Lin Yun explained.
“I see.” Zou Dongsheng nodded in understanding.
Lin Yun continued with a smile, “By the way, Zou Dongsheng, I have made some recent gains and want to test them out. Could you spar with me?”
Lin Yun was eager to try his new power.
“Of course, no problem. Let An Yun spar with you. She is at the Dao Transformation Realm, more than suitable to be your partner,” Zou Dongsheng said.
“I can spar with the Young Master,” An Yun immediately agreed.
“Er… Zou Dongsheng, I would actually prefer you to be my opponent. I am afraid I might injure An Yun,” Lin Yun said with a laugh, scratching his head.
Both Zou Dongsheng and An Yun were stunned.
Even the several other people from the Wuji Heavenly Palace around them were equally shocked.
An Yun was at the Dao Transformation Realm, and she also possessed the Indestructible Divine Body. Her strength was by no means weak!
Injuring An Yun was no easy feat!
“Haha, it seems the Young Master is very confident.”
“Very well, I will spar with you.”
Zou Dongsheng laughed and accepted.
“The eldest senior brother is going to exchange pointers with the Young Master. This should be interesting.”
“The Young Master is so confident. I wonder what level his strength has reached now.”
Everyone present grew excited.
“Young Master, our battle will cause quite a commotion. Although the interior of this mountain is reinforced with arrays, it is still better to fight outside,” Zou Dongsheng suggested.
“No problem!”
Lin Yun nodded in agreement.
He then followed Zou Dongsheng outward.
An Yun and the others quickly followed, wanting to watch.
After exiting the cave dwelling within the mountain.
Lin Yun and Zou Dongsheng flew into the sky, facing each other in mid-air.
An Yun and the rest stood at the entrance of the cave dwelling, watching from afar.
“Young Master, make your move. I will suppress my realm to the Dao Transformation Realm,” Zou Dongsheng said.
“Then I will not hold back.” Lin Yun grinned, revealing the Da Luo Heavenly Soldier treasured sword.
Zou Dongsheng also flipped his hand and brought out a long spear.
The spear Zou Dongsheng used was likewise a Da Luo Heavenly Soldier.
As the eldest senior brother of the Wuji Heavenly Palace and the highest leader in the years since its destruction, it was no surprise that he wielded a Da Luo Heavenly Soldier. After all, the foundation of the Wuji Heavenly Palace had once been extremely deep.
“Here I come!”
Lin Yun raised his treasured sword. Vast inner force surged forth, enveloping the blade.
Lin Yun deliberately controlled the Source Tree, temporarily preventing its energy from fusing with the inner force in his dantian.
He planned to first test his strength without the Source Tree. Only after that would he use it, so the difference the Source Tree made would be clear.
In the next instant, the treasured sword turned into a streak of flowing light, instantly enveloping Zou Dongsheng!
The moment the sword struck, Lin Yun’s arm was instantly covered in dragon scales. The power of the Indestructible Divine Body, the Dragon Emperor Bone, and the Divine Dragon Art all erupted at once.
