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277: The Gift of the Mysterious Boy”Three days?” Lin Jingyu was startled, an expression of disbelief on his face. In his perception, that torment seemed to have lasted for an incredibly long time, as if he had experienced several Reincarnations.

The youth seemed to have seen through his thoughts but did not offer much explanation, merely smiling faintly, a smile that contained the indifference of one who had seen through time and space.

His gaze returned to Lin Jingyu, and he slowly said, ”Since you have, by your own ability, endured this initial baptism of life and death, you have passed the test and are qualified to receive this item.”

With that, he flicked his finger lightly.

In the center of the platform, from the small, crystalline purple jade tree, the ”Thunder Divine Fruit” with its swirling lightning patterns and heart-palpitating energy fluctuations gently detached itself. It seemed to be held by an invisible hand as it slowly flew towards Lin Jingyu.

The Divine Fruit felt warm and smooth in his hand, yet it was as heavy as a mountain.

Lin Jingyu immediately felt an incomparably pure, vast, and yet exceptionally gentle and restrained Thunder Origin power, flowing through his arm Meridians, like a hundred rivers returning to the sea, naturally surging into his body.

This power perfectly harmonized with his body, which had just undergone the Sea of Thunder tempering, without the slightest rejection, instantly integrating into his limbs, Dantian, and Sea of Consciousness.

The slight weakness brought on by the previous tempering was instantly filled, and his cultivation Realm even showed a subtle tendency to loosen and rise again.

The energy of this Divine Fruit could perfectly supplement his current state.

”Many thanks for Senior’s generous gift! This kindness and virtue, Junior will never forget!”

Lin Jingyu was immensely excited, knowing that the value of this ”Thunder Divine Fruit” far exceeded all the treasures and Opportunities he had previously obtained.

He quickly bowed deeply, performing the most solemn 禮.

The mysterious youth nodded slightly, accepting his bow calmly, and said:

”This fruit was nurtured by the Thunder Origin of this place for ten thousand years, containing a trace of the most primordial Thunder Law fragment.

Consume it and refine it well. Not only can it completely consolidate what you gained from this Sea of Thunder tempering, but it can also help your Thunder True Intent Break through its Bottleneck and advance another level.

It will be of immense benefit to your future Formation of a Golden Core and even your comprehension of higher-level Thunder Dao. As for how to utilize it to its fullest potential, that depends on your own fortune and choice.”

He paused, his tone still calm and detached, as if narrating a trivial matter unrelated to him: ”This Karma is now settled. Causes and effects rise and fall, with their own destiny. You... take care of yourself.”

After speaking, without waiting for Lin Jingyu to thank him again, the mysterious youth gently waved his sleeve once more.

A soft yet irresistible force instantly enveloped Lin Jingyu.

”Senior! I haven’t even asked for your esteemed name! If Junior makes any progress in the future, I will surely...” Lin Jingyu hurriedly looked up, wanting to ask for his benefactor’s name.

But before he finished speaking, the scenery before his eyes began to change rapidly and blur. The flat peak of Thunder Mountain, the purple jade tree, and the unfathomable mysterious youth all quickly receded, turning into hazy light and shadow.

The next moment, he felt his feet on solid ground, and the surrounding scenery became clear. He looked closely and realized he had returned to the foot of Thunder Mountain, at the entrance of the mountain path where he had first ascended.

A mountain breeze brushed past, bringing a hint of coolness, and the distant bustling of the market was faintly audible.

In his hand, the ”Thunder Divine Fruit” radiated a warm yet heart-palpitating powerful aura, clearly proving that the bizarre and precious experience he had just undergone was by no means a dream.

Lin Jingyu stood for a long time, gazing at the towering peak, still shrouded in endless lightning, his heart filled with mixed emotions.

He straightened his clothes and bowed three times with utmost solemnity towards the direction of the mountain peak. This grace of rebirth, this Opportunity to be taught the Dao, he deeply engraved in his heart.

Now, his cultivation had reached the Peak of Ninth Level Qi Refining. His Physical Body, Divine Sense, and Thunder True Intent had all undergone a qualitative leap after being tempered by the Sea of Thunder, far surpassing Cultivators of the same Realm.

The nascent perfect Dao Foundation within his body, after being cleansed by the Origin Thunder Gale, had shed some of the decaying aura of the broken world, becoming purer and more solid. The door to Foundation Establishment was now completely open before him!

His accumulated foundation, with the blessing of the Thunder Divine Fruit, was now sufficient.

It was time to return to the Family, make thorough preparations, and assault the first true chasm on the path of cultivation—the Foundation Establishment Realm!

Lin Jingyu’s gaze was firm. He took a deep breath, no longer lingering, and his figure transformed into a faint purplish-blue electric light, speeding towards Lin Family Village.

The immortal path was long and arduous. Only today did he realize the vastness of heaven and earth, and the countless powerful experts.

The hidden dragon ranking list of the Eastern Spirit Nation, the Qinglan Sect, the Nine Heavens Thunder Canon, the broader cultivation world... and the higher-level existence represented by that mysterious youth, all awaited him ahead.

And the prerequisite for all of this was successful Foundation Establishment, possessing the capital to initially establish himself in this world!

Lin Jingyu was eager to return home, transforming into a pale purple electric light, speeding through the mountains and forests. Although his cultivation on Thunder Mountain was not long, it felt like a lifetime.

Now, his cultivation had reached the Peak of Ninth Level Qi Refining. His Physical Body, Divine Sense, and Thunder True Intent had all undergone a transformative change after being tempered by the Origin Sea of Thunder.

The nascent perfect Dao Foundation within his body, having been cleansed by the Thunder Gale, had become even more solid and pure, shedding impurities, only waiting for a suitable Opportunity to attempt to assault the Foundation Establishment Realm.

Before long, the familiar outline of Lin Family Village appeared at the end of his sight.

The pale green light screen of the Water Wood Flowing Cloud Array was like a giant glazed bowl, inverted over the village, flowing with warm radiance under the sunlight, giving a sense of security.

Feeling the familiar fluctuations from the Formation, a warm current surged in Lin Jingyu’s heart. This was the home he would protect with all his might.

He did not directly enter but, according to the rules, revealed himself at the village entrance, took out the control jade token, and established a connection with the Formation.

The light screen rippled like water, opening a gateway, and Lin Jingyu stepped in.

”It’s the Young Clan Leader! The Young Clan Leader is back!” The tribesmen on duty immediately spotted him and shouted in surprise.

The news spread throughout the village like wildfire.

Lin Jingyu had just reached the Ancestral Hall Plaza when he saw Lin Lingshan leading Lin Lingkuang, Lin Jingxia, and other core tribesmen hurrying to meet him.

”Jingyu!” Lin Lingshan strode forward, his tiger eyes filled with concern and relief. He carefully examined Lin Jingyu, a hint of astonishment flashing in his eyes.

Although Lin Jingyu’s aura was restrained, with Lin Lingshan’s Qi Refining Seventh Layer cultivation and keen intuition, he could still sense the vast power within the other party, like a dormant Vicious Beast.

And a faint, heart-palpitating aura of majesty.

This was definitely not something an ordinary Ninth Layer of Qi Refining Cultivator could possess!

”Brother!” Lin Jingxia directly rushed over, her face brimming with dependence and joy.

At this moment, her aura was clearly that of Qi Refining Fourth Layer, having advanced two levels in a short time.

However, the moment she approached Lin Jingyu, an unexpected change occurred!