Chapter 10

"Manifestation into a diagram?" Yu Linghe's face was filled with disbelief as he said, "Sister, don't joke around. How could I possibly manifest divine objects into a diagram?"

He could be said to have just stepped onto the path of cultivation. Although he had repeatedly received divine favor due to the Beast Chess, not only had he successfully refined his body with star energy, but he had also achieved divine manifestation.

However, this was already his limit. As for the divine manifestation into a diagram that Yu Ziyuan mentioned, it was a miracle that could only occur when divine favor and star energy both reached their peak, merging together. It was said that only those who had received divine favor and opened their divine eyes could possess such formidable superpowers.

Although Yu Linghe's confidence had been boosted by the consecutive divine favors, he had never thought of achieving such a miraculous feat in one step.

Yu Ziyuan sighed lightly and said, "Little brother, I know that manifestation into a diagram is almost impossible, but you received divine favor on your first day of cultivation, refined your body with star energy, and within a month, even achieved divine manifestation." A bitter smile appeared on her face as she continued, "During the first divine favor trial, the divine favor is often at its strongest. At such a time, even I cannot be sure whether you will create another miracle."

Yu Linghe touched his nose and widened his eyes, saying, "Sister, you're thinking too much."

Yu Ziyuan gave him a glare, her rare, charming and gentle demeanor making Yu Linghe's eyes widen. Enraged, she reached out and flicked his forehead, saying, "You little rascal, did you understand what I said?"

Yu Linghe clutched his head in pain and nodded repeatedly. At this moment, it didn't matter whether he had heard or not; he just needed to agree first.

Yu Ziyuan huffed and continued, "I have participated in several rank assessments and have deep feelings about it. The first assessment is the most important, and the amount of divine favor received is crucial. From your performance, I really can't say how far you can go."

Yu Linghe's eyes darted around, and he suddenly said, "Sister, everyone who goes to the rank assessment tries their best, fearing that they won't receive enough divine favor. Why do you want me to hide and conceal it?"

Yu Ziyuan's expression changed slightly, and she sighed, "Little brother, you're still young and don't know some things. However, I promise you that if you can last a year, I will take you to the mainland to see a brand new world."

Yu Linghe's face lit up with surprise, and he said, "Sister, does that mean we will only be separated for a year at most?"

"Um." Yu Ziyuan let out a light hum from her nose, threatening, "But you must follow Brother Shen's instructions and not cause trouble. If you can't do that, I'll leave you here and never take you out again."

Yu Linghe quickly clasped his hands together and solemnly promised to be obedient.

Seeing Yu Ziyuan's expression improve, he suddenly said, "Sister, do you want me to hide my divine favor so that others won't know?"

Yu Ziyuan paused for a moment, then sighed, "Since you want to know so much, I won't hide it from you. If your divine talent is discovered on the mainland, it would indeed be a great blessing. But here, it's not necessarily so." Her expression was extremely serious as she continued, "The four major families on the island control everything. If you fully display your strength, they won't let you off easily."

Yu Linghe's eyebrows lifted slightly, and he pondered for a moment, saying, "I understand, thank you, sister."

Seeing his thoughtful gaze, Yu Ziyuan asked suspiciously, "Do you really understand?"

"Yes." Yu Linghe raised his head and looked directly into his sister's eyes, saying, "There are four major families controlling everything here. When they see a talented person from another clan, they will try to recruit them by any means. If I agree to one family, the other three won't let me off easily. If I refuse all of them, I will anger everyone and won't have a good outcome." He lightly clenched his fist and said, "The other day, two ruffians came to cause trouble, demanding star marrow pills. Hmph, this is clearly related to the Mao family, but Brother Shen and Uncle Fu tried to downplay it, probably out of fear of the Mao family." A look of maturity far beyond his age flashed in his eyes as he continued, "With the Mao family's power, even if I complain to the city lord, no one will believe the ruffians. If they retract their statements in court, I might even be framed."

Yu Ziyuan was speechless. She had watched her little brother grow up and even raised him herself, so she knew his character and abilities very well. But now, his performance was so amazing that it left her at a loss.

After a while, Yu Ziyuan slowly said, "Little brother, did Brother Shen tell you this?"

Yu Linghe shook his head, "Sister, these things can be figured out with some thought. Do I need someone to teach me?"

Yu Ziyuan swallowed hard and smiled bitterly, "Alright, little brother, you have indeed grown up, and I can leave with peace of mind."

Yu Linghe's heart stirred, and he asked again, "Sister, didn't you also perform well in the past? How did you avoid their recruitment and harm?"

If recruitment failed, it would definitely lead to harm. Yu Ziyuan was not only unharmed but also living a very comfortable life, which made Yu Linghe quite envious and eager to learn from her.

However, Yu Ziyuan's face turned slightly red, and she said, "I was lucky. During the assessment, the city lord was present and took good care of me, so the four major families didn't dare to act rashly."

Yu Linghe finally understood, "I see. I heard that the city lord's term is about to end, and he will return to the mainland. Well, since he can't take care of me now, I should keep a low profile."

Just as Yu Linghe was feeling smug, Yu Ziyuan's expression turned serious again, "You're so young, why are you thinking about so many dark things? It's really asking for a beating. Hmph, get some rest now. Tomorrow, when you participate in the divine favor assessment, you must control yourself, neither overdoing it nor underdoing it."

Seeing Yu Ziyuan's stern back as she turned and left, Yu Linghe was completely puzzled.

What was this? Was it wrong to think too much?

Sigh, a woman's heart is like a needle at the bottom of the sea, truly impossible to fathom.

However, he didn't see that after leaving the room, Yu Ziyuan's expression changed, and the corners of her mouth curled up slightly. She muttered, "A little brat, daring to talk big in front of me. Hmph, if I don't teach you a lesson, you'll really start to act up in front of your sister."

If Yu Linghe knew that his sister's sudden anger was because of this, he would surely stamp his feet in frustration, humbly admit his mistake, and keep everything in his heart from then on.

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The next morning, Yu Ziyuan immediately took her little brother out of the house and headed for Dawn City.

The place they lived was not a remote mountain or wilderness but a highly developed suburban area, almost adjacent to the city walls. Therefore, they only needed an hour to reach the city.

The tallest building in Dawn City was not the city lord's residence but the Temple of the Gods, a towering structure.

Everyone on the island called it the temple, and it was said to possess boundless wonders. In terms of history, the temple was even older than the city itself.

Yu Ziyuan led the way and stopped in front of the temple.

She clasped her hands together and softly chanted outside the temple. Her delicate voice seemed to have a mysterious power, making people feel refreshed and invigorated.

After a moment, the temple doors suddenly opened, and a middle-aged man slowly walked out, bowing to Yu Ziyuan, "Miss Yu, Master Xu has been waiting for you."

Yu Ziyuan bowed in return, "Thank you, sir."

The middle-aged man smiled slightly and stepped aside to let them through.

Yu Linghe followed his sister into the temple, his eyes glowing with curiosity as he looked around.

The Temple of the Gods was a place that almost everyone had heard of since birth, but very few had the qualifications to enter.

Only those who were favored by the gods and could absorb star energy into their bodies, the star energy cultivators, were allowed to enter the Temple of the Gods.

Although Yu Linghe had his sister's care, he had never had the qualifications to enter because he couldn't absorb star energy. This was his first time entering this legendary holy place.

Inside the temple, it was solemn and quiet. No matter who stepped inside, they would be affected by the solemn atmosphere and refrain from making loud noises. Moreover, Yu Linghe was surprised to find that his body seemed to become lighter, and a sense of inexplicable joy filled him.

It was as if every cell in his body was rejoicing, celebrating his arrival at this mysterious place.

In the distance, a tall middle-aged man stood at the entrance, hands behind his back, smiling and waiting silently.

Yu Ziyuan quickly pulled her little brother, and the two of them quickened their pace to stand before him. Yu Ziyuan bowed and said, "Master Xu, I'm troubling you again."

Master Xu laughed heartily, "The city lord has ordered that whenever you and your brother arrive, the temple must immediately conduct the divine favor test for you." His gaze fell on Yu Linghe, and after a moment, he said, "I heard that your brother, after taking the star marrow pill, has shown some improvement and completed the refinement of his body with star energy." He nodded slightly, "To go from nothing to refining the body with star energy in a month and a half, this talent is truly remarkable. Haha, Ziyuan, your brother is no less talented than you."

Yu Linghe quickly said, "Thank you, elder, I am truly unworthy of such praise."

Master Xu smiled and said, "Yu Linghe, you don't need to be so polite. If you can receive divine favor and become a star adept, we will be peers, regardless of our age." He patted his head and smiled bitterly, "Ah, old age makes one talkative. Come, let's get to the main business. Let's start now."

PS: It's Tuesday, and I need more support. Baihe wants to make further progress, thank you!

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