BTTH: DISCIPLE CASHBACK SYSTEM Chapter 4: Heavenly Flame – Nine Abyssal Flames

"Master…"

"Isn't this your Purple Eagle Flame?" As Gu He revealed the purple flames, Liu Ling's eyes widened. Having followed Gu He for many years, he naturally recognized these purple flames as the ones Gu He used for alchemy.

The Purple Eagle Flame was an extraordinary beastly fire, which Gu He had acquired with great difficulty. Could it be that Master even wants to bestow upon me this Purple Eagle Flame?

Recalling what Gu He had just stated, Liu Ling could no longer contain his reaction.

Thud!

"Master, this simply cannot be!"

"Absolutely not!"

"You've already imparted seventh-grade techniques and cultivation to your disciple. That alone is more than enough. This Purple Eagle Flame is the fire you use for alchemy, Master. Your disciple cannot accept such a gift!"

This time, Liu Ling, contrary to his usual demeanor, knelt down and refused to accept. The Purple Eagle Flame possessed remarkable effects for alchemists. If he were to accept it, what would Master use for alchemy in the future?

With this thought, Liu Ling adamantly declined the Purple Eagle Flame. "Ling'er, rise." Seeing Liu Ling kneel once more, Gu He felt a headache coming on. This foolish lad was generally fine, but his resolve was somewhat too weak. Constantly kneeling, who could tolerate this?

"Master, if you retract your offer, then I shall rise." Liu Ling shook his head, still unwilling to accept. "Ling'er, if you persist, Master will become angry." With Liu Ling not heeding his words, Gu He adopted a "strict teacher" persona and feigned anger.

"Master!" Upon hearing Gu He's words, Liu Ling was unwilling, yet he had to stand up obediently. "Master, I truly cannot accept this Purple Eagle Flame." Liu Ling still refused to take the Purple Eagle Flame.

"Ling'er, in truth, I've received news about another kind of special fire." Seeing Liu Ling's resolute stance, Gu He resorted to a last-ditch effort: "I won't need this Purple Eagle Flame for much longer. If you don't want it, I'll give it to someone else."

Having spoken thus, Gu He prepared to reclaim the Purple Eagle Flame from his hand. Hearing this, Liu Ling was momentarily stunned. When he snapped back to attention, he hastily grasped Gu He's sleeve.

"Don't... Master…"

"I was wrong, Master!"

Liu Ling's sorrowful expression instantly transformed into one of fawning. "Master, since you won't be using it, please bestow it upon your disciple."

Gu He's face turned stern: "Didn't you adamantly refuse it?" Liu Ling quickly admitted his mistake: "Master, I was wrong. I want it, I truly want it…"

"Now that's more like it." Gu He's eyes glinted with a trace of satisfaction. He no longer restrained Liu Ling and directly handed over the Purple Eagle Flame.

Meanwhile, within Gu He's mind, the system's prompt tone slowly resonated.

[Ding, the host has bestowed the "Beast flame - Purple Eagle Flame" to senior disciple Liu Ling. Congratulations to the host for triggering a ten thousand fold return, obtaining the Heavenly Flame - Nine Abyssal Flames.]

[The Nine Abyssal Flames have been delivered to the system space. Please check.]

Ten thousand fold return!

Nine Abyssal Flames!

Gu He's hand, holding the Purple Eagle Flame, couldn't help but tremble slightly.

"Thank you, Master!" Liu Ling cautiously received the Purple Eagle Flame and bowed to Gu He in gratitude.

"Go on, quickly refine it." Hearing the system's prompt tone in his mind, Gu He was eager to examine the reward. He promptly urged Liu Ling to depart.

"Yes, I shall take my leave."

Much like Gu He's elation, Liu Ling was also impatient to refine the Purple Eagle Flame. Upon hearing Gu He's urging, he didn't linger and swiftly left Gu He's chamber.

After Liu Ling's departure, Gu He could wait no longer and entered the system space. Within the system space, apart from the black scroll and the purple light cluster, there was now an additional purple flame.

This purple flame was highly spirited, resembling a phoenix in its movements. "So, this is the Nine Abyssal Flames?" Gazing at the purple flame before him, excitement radiated from Gu He's eyes.

A Heavenly Flame was a coveted treasure for every alchemist, and Gu He, being an alchemist himself, was no exception.

["Ding, does the host wish to begin the assimilation of the Nine Abyssal Flames?"]

As Gu He's consciousness neared the Nine Abyssal Flames, the system's voice echoed in his mind. Hearing the system's prompt, Gu He paused for a moment before shaking his head.

He wasn't certain if haphazardly merging with an Otherworldly Fire would pose any danger. Even with the system's aid, for the sake of absolute safety, Gu He deemed it wiser to first enhance his cultivation level.

With this thought, Gu He’s gaze immediately fixed on the nearby cluster of purple light. "System, extract nineteen years of cultivation!" After a brief period of deliberation, Gu He issued a direct command to the system.

As Gu He’s words concluded, a tremendous surge of power erupted within him.

"Not good!"

Gu He’s expression shifted as he sensed this torrent of energy. He swiftly relocated to the adjacent alchemy room. By this time, the immense energy had already permeated Gu He’s limbs and bones. He forcefully exerted self-control and initiated the Purple Yang Formula, commencing the absorption of this colossal energy.

Shortly thereafter, Gu He’s cultivation began to ascend with unwavering steadiness…

Fourth Star Dou King!

Fifth Star Dou King!

Sixth Star Dou King!...

Within the alchemy room, Gu He’s aura was in a state of continuous, terrifying ascent. Fortunately, Gu He had timely relocated to this alchemy room. The walls of this chamber, constructed from precious materials to withstand potential explosions, effectively muffled the disturbance caused by Gu He’s successive breakthroughs, preventing outsiders from detecting them.

Seventh Star Dou King!

Eighth Star Dou King!

Ninth Star Dou King!

As he incessantly absorbed the internal energy, Gu He’s cultivation saw a persistent increase. Ultimately, Gu He's cultivation reached its zenith at the Ninth Star Dou King.

Merely one step remained before he would achieve the breakthrough to the Dou Emperor realm. Concurrently, the energy within Gu He's body was finally depleted. Slowly opening his eyes, a flicker of excitement became visible in Gu He’s gaze.

Ninth Star Dou King!

In a remarkably short span, he had ascended from a Third Star Dou King to the peak of the Ninth Star Dou King. The sensation was profoundly exhilarating. Feeling the formidable power of a Ninth Star Dou King coursing through him, a confident smile involuntarily graced Gu He’s lips.

With this advancement, it would not be long before he could attain the Dou Emperor realm. Being well-acquainted with the original narrative, he understood this implicitly.

Only upon entering the Dou Emperor realm could he secure a measure of self-preservation within this world populated by formidable individuals.

"Considering my current strength as a Ninth Star Dou King, coupled with the system's assistance, integrating the Nine Abyssal Flames should be achievable without peril."

After a moment of reflection, Gu He spoke with calm resolve, "System, extract the Nine Abyssal Flames." The instant Gu He’s words were uttered, the purple flame residing within the system transformed into a beam of purple light, swiftly en tering Gu He's body.

Upon the assimilation of the Nine Abyssal Flames, Gu He experienced a sensation akin to being struck by lightning. His complexion instantly turned alarmingly pale.

An intensely searing sensation coursed through him. Drops of perspiration coursed down Gu He’s forehead as he felt every fiber of his being convulsing relentlessly.

Amidst this agonizing torment, the Nine Abyssal Flames gradually began to integrate within Gu He. After what felt like an extended period, the excruciating pain that wracked Gu He’s body slowly subsided.

At that precise moment, Gu He slowly opened his eyes, a subtle trace of purple light shimmering within his obsidian pupils. Slowly extending his right hand, Gu He’s thoughts flickered, manifesting a ball of purple flame that surged forth instantaneously.

Gazing upon the purple Nine Abyssal Flames held within his hand, a look of satisfaction flickered across Gu He’s lips. "Next, it is time for this Emperor-grade technique, the Devouring Soul Art.

Following his surge of excitement, Gu He gradually regained his composure. His gaze drifted toward the black scroll housed within the system's space.