I Pick Up Talents on the Interstellar Battlefield Chapter 686 - 503: Iceheart Lotus Seeds, Tier 7 Dawn_2

The sudden unfurling of a purple-gold thunder net completely enveloped the bone demon and the surrounding area. Lightning from the net's edge struck the ice wall, scattering ice shards but leaving the ice cave structure unharmed.

This demonstrated his meticulous command over his Thunder Power.

Within the expanse of the thunder domain, a deluge of Thunder Blades descended like rain. Each blade inflicted bonus damage with the effect of 'exorcising evil and destroying demons,' delivering true thunder damage that bypassed resistances.

The bone demon thrashed violently within the thunder domain, its bones fracturing under the relentless onslaught of lightning, leaving it helpless.

Qin Tian's gaze sharpened, and he resolved to deliver the decisive blow to the bone demon.

With a forceful downward thrust of his hands, he concentrated all the lightning within the thunder domain into a single, potent purple-gold pillar. This pillar pierced through the ice cave, descending from above to strike the bone demon.

"Boom—"

The instant the thunder pillar detonated, its blinding radiance compelled Zhuge Yu and the others to shield their eyes. As the light subsided, the bone demon, which had stood three zhang tall, had been reduced to mere ashes. Not a trace remained, save for a scorched mark on the ice surface, which was swiftly refrozen by the cave's frigid air.

As the residual energy from the battle dissipated, the only sound within the confined ice cave was the soft cascade of falling Ice Crystals.

Taishi Feng advanced slowly, his gaze fixing upon the faintly smoking, charred mark on the ground. His knuckles clenched involuntarily.

That was the final vestige of the bone demon.

The very same demon that had once compelled him to ignite his Essence Blood, pushing him to the brink of death without budging an inch, now couldn't withstand even a few exchanges with Qin Tian.

A complex mix of emotions welled up within him. He could keenly feel the ever-widening chasm between himself and Qin Tian, a disparity akin to the fissures riddling the ice cave.

Yet, within this gap, there was no trace of envy, only a profound sense of melancholy.

Qin Tian's formidable strength was a product of Talent, diligent effort, and fortunate encounters. He acknowledged this wholeheartedly.

However, as the primary commander who had always led the charge, he now found himself repeatedly relying on his companions for protection, becoming the 'burden' requiring care within the team. This reality tinged his usual pride with a deep sense of guilt.

"What are you brooding about? Your face is all wrinkled, like a block of ice."

A warm hand landed on his shoulder, and Zhuge Yu's cheerful voice shattered the silence. "What, feeling beaten by Qin Tian? Don't get worked up about it. This guy is just abnormal; even among the Holy Blood Clan, such combat prowess is seldom seen."

"Hey, is that how you talk about your brother?" Qin Tian approached, rolling his eyes. "Can't you use words like 'extraordinary talent' or 'exceptional genius'?"

"Alright, 'monster' will do, won't it?"

Zhuge Yu chuckled heartily before turning serious. "Everyone has their own strengths. Qin Tian is a natural fighter, but when it comes to ancient texts, secret lore, and Array mechanisms, he can't match me. In terms of troop deployment and battlefield strategy, he's no match for you. And as for business acumen, he doesn't even come close to Yuan Sheng. Right now, we depend on his combat power, but once we leave these ruins, there will be plenty of situations where he'll need our help."

"That's the idea." Huo Yuansheng also leaned in, offering Taishi Feng a pat on the back with a gentle yet encouraging force. "You're just too hard on yourself. You were a pillar in the military, but here in the relic of the Holy Blood geniuses, it's no disgrace to fall behind temporarily. I'm a merchant; my only concern is surviving to bring treasures home. It doesn't matter who contributes; Zhuge Yu sees things clearly; he won't be bogged down by trivial wins and losses either."

Taishi Feng remained still for a moment, gazing at the candid expressions of his three brothers. The tension in his shoulders gradually eased as the heavy guilt transformed into renewed resolve, bolstered by their comforting words.

He flashed a grin and bumped his fist against Qin Tian's chest. "Next time, I definitely won't hold you all back."

"Holding us back sounds dreadful."

Qin Tian sidestepped with a laugh. "We're brothers; we're meant to support each other."

Upon hearing this, they exchanged looks and erupted into hearty laughter.

"Let's move. Based on my past experiences, defeating that bone demon should yield some rewards."

Qin Tian's gaze drifted towards the deeper recesses of the ice cave. Previously, when the joint demon was vanquished, a treasure had appeared. Given the bone demon's superior strength, the reward was unlikely to be insignificant.

"Rewards?" Their eyes lit up, and they quickly followed Qin Tian's lead.

Qin Tian fully extended his Spiritual Energy, probing every corner of the ice cave. In a short moment, he directed his attention towards a concealed recess.

In the center of the recess, a stone platform identical to the previous one stood. Its surface was smooth, with only a faintly dark bone resting in its middle.

The bone was as slender as a finger, its surface covered in cracks resembling cobwebs. It looked as though it would crumble into dust with the slightest touch.

"That bone demon just now was formed from the Origin Power originating from this bone," Qin Tian stated, squatting low. He lightly traced the patterns of energy on the stone platform's edge with his finger.

"What?!"

Zhuge Yu and the others' complexions shifted dramatically, their eyes widening as they stared at the bone.

Just this minuscule remnant? It could manifest a seventh-tier bone demon?

Then, what kind of formidable entity was the bone's original form?

Qin Tian extended his hand and retrieved the bone. It felt cool to the touch and remarkably light. With a gentle squeeze – a "crack" echoed as the bone disintegrated, scattering into fine bone fragments upon the stone platform.

Almost the instant the bone fragments settled, the stone platform violently shuddered, splitting down the center. Shortly thereafter, five ice-blue halos slowly ascended from the fissure, eventually stabilizing on the platform.

These were five seeds, completely ice-blue like frozen moonlight, with faint silver-white patterns weaving across their surfaces. The swirling cold air around them felt invigorating rather than chilling.

The group quickly drew closer. Zhuge Yu produced a magnifying glass-like Spiritual tool, scrutinizing the patterns on the seeds with intense focus. A moment later, he looked up abruptly, his eyes alight with elation:

"They are Iceheart Lotus Seeds! And judging by the patterns, they are Millennium Iceheart Lotus Seeds!"

"Iceheart Lotus Seeds?" Huo Yuansheng and Taishi Feng exclaimed in surprise. Qin Tian's heart also skipped a beat.

Zhuge Yu excitedly clenched his fist. "Within the Celestial Human Three Tribulations, the Heart Demon Tribulation is the most perilous. Countless geniuses have faltered at this very hurdle. Yet, these Millennium Iceheart Lotus Seeds can pacify the mind and stabilize the spirit, making the Heart Demon Tribulation as simple as walking on level ground!"

Upon hearing this, the three individuals' eyes gleamed with newfound brilliance.

Qin Tian's breath caught in his throat. He possessed the Immortal Sacred Body and the Thunder Ancestor physique, granting him an extraordinary physical form that was impervious to lightning. The Celestial Thunder Tribulation and the Body Burning Tribulation posed no threat to him; he was fully confident in overcoming them even without preparation.

Only the Heart Demon Tribulation remained his most significant concern.

As a Transmigrator, memories from his past life intertwined with his current connections.

He had always harbored a fear that upon reaching the seventh tier, those deeply buried memories would manifest as heart demons, seeking to consume him.

But now, with these Millennium Iceheart Lotus Seeds, all his anxieties vanished.

He gazed at the Lotus Seeds with burning eyes. With these, he could attempt to break through to the seventh tier at any moment. This was undeniably an immense opportunity presented to him.

However, wasn't this all a bit too coincidental?

Qin Tian raised an eyebrow. The preceding treasure was perfectly suited for Xiong and Terreda, and now these Iceheart Lotus Seeds precisely met his needs.

The two sets of rewards seemed custom-made for him.

It was difficult not to consider the possibility from that perspective.

"Brothers, one seed for each of you. How about the extra one goes to me?" Qin Tian suggested, placing the five seeds in his palm and offering them to the others.

"Millennium Iceheart Lotus Seeds haven't been seen for ages; they are incredibly precious. Thus, I won't stand on ceremony this time," Zhuge Yu stated candidly as he accepted a seed from Qin Tian's hand.

"Then I too shall shamelessly accept one."

Huo Yuansheng also took a seed.

"Qin Tian, I won't be polite either."

Taishi Feng picked up a seed.

The Heart Demon Tribulation was the most dreaded obstacle for any Spiritualist aiming to ascend to the seventh tier. Even for members of the Golden Clan or those with Holy Blood, thorough preparation could not guarantee their safe passage through it.

After all, everyone's heart demons were unique; some lived straightforward lives with pure thoughts, making it easier to overcome their inner demons. Others, despite their power, harbored complex thoughts and were burdened by myriad concerns, making them prone to falling at this critical juncture.

With the Iceheart Lotus Seeds, they now felt completely confident in successfully navigating the Celestial Human Three Tribulations.

Therefore, even though the bone demon was defeated solely by Qin Tian, the Iceheart Lotus Seeds before them were too valuable to refuse. They accepted them discreetly, planning to reciprocate Qin Tian's kindness once they departed the ruins.

"Qin Tian, what's the next move?"

Zhuge Yu inquired, looking towards Qin Tian.

Qin Tian's gaze stretched beyond the ice cave. "Let's explore this place thoroughly. If possible, let's try to rescue as many people as we can."

Upon hearing this, the group nodded in agreement.

Thus far, while numerous treasures were found within this trove, the adversaries encountered had become increasingly fearsome.This path ahead was undoubtedly fraught with challenges.