In the Martial Spirit Illusion Realm, Li Lin has been constantly using the Earth Gang Shield and the Fiery Explosion Flame for training. Although it was just one day's time, in his consciousness, it already felt like four or five days had passed. In the Martial Spirit Illusion Realm, Li Lin's training of these two martial techniques, the Fiery Explosion Flame and the Earth Gang Shield, is equivalent to training in his own consciousness. Although there is still a slight difference from real training, the difference is not significant. With more integrated practice, he could reach the level of progress made in the Martial Spirit Illusion Realm.

Training in the Martial Spirit Illusion Realm simply makes one's mind clearer about the training process of the Fiery Explosion Flame and the Earth Gang Shield. When training again, the effect is undoubtedly doubled.

Training in the Martial Spirit Illusion Realm still requires practice and integration in the outside world. It can be said that this is also a shortcoming of the Martial Spirit Illusion Realm. However, this shortcoming is minimal compared to the function of the Martial Spirit Illusion Realm, whose benefits far outweigh its deficiencies.

The greatest function of the Martial Spirit Illusion Realm is its effect on tempering oneself and comprehension, especially through life-and-death experiences. However, Li Lin currently only considers it as a place for quick martial technique training.

In the dead of night, when all is quiet, thunderous explosive sounds come from the mountain peak where Li Lin resides. In the silent night sky, these explosive sounds are almost like thunderbolts, traveling far and echoing all night. On many mountain peaks, numerous disciples are already cursing loudly, although Li Lin himself cannot hear them.

"Master, we just received news that Li Lin has passed the fourth level of the Martial Spirit Illusion Realm within one day," reported a black-robed elder in a quiet palace under the night sky, as Yun Xiao Tian sat upright in the room.

"Such talent, even surpassing Hong Ling," Yun Xiao Tian's face darkened slightly, his eyebrows furrowed, deep in thought.

"Has the Master not decided yet? Li Lin has already successfully broken through the Martial Spirit, becoming a quasi-powerhouse with proper cultivation," the black-robed elder said softly.

"Fierce Tiger against the Dragon, what do you think I should choose?" Yun Xiao Tian asked lightly.

"Master," the black-robed elder hesitated, glanced at Yun Xiao Tian's expression, and said, "I heard that Miss has a good relationship with Li Lin, could it be..."

"That's exactly what I'm afraid of," Yun Xiao Tian said gravely.

"What does the Master mean?" the black-robed elder asked, puzzled.

"Li Lin's talent, will, and character are all one in a million among the younger generation. It's rare that Hong Ling would take a liking to him. I originally had no reason to oppose it, but if Li Lin intentionally approaches Hong Ling, then the consequences would be different," Yun Xiao Tian said lightly.

"Could it be that the Master suspects Li Lin is a plant from that hidden mysterious force? But Li Lin's identity seems clean, and from what we know about the Li family, it shouldn't be to that extent," the black-robed elder said softly.

"Recently, in the ancient region, Mo Yun City, some incidents have occurred. Many forces have been taken over by the younger generation and thrown into that mysterious force. We can't guarantee that our three sects and four factions don't have spies planted within. That hidden force might be more terrifying than we imagined," Yun Xiao Tian said gravely.

"But Li Lin has grown up in the Li family, it seems unlikely," the black-robed elder pondered for a moment.

"A tri-element martial artist, hiding from his family for seventeen years, such patience, could an ordinary person do that? Who taught him his martial techniques, who guided his training, could his talent be innate? Perhaps there are powerful individuals behind Li Lin," Yun Xiao Tian said with a bitter smile.

"The Master's thinking, it seems we have been negligent," the black-robed elder said.

"What surprised me the most is that even the elders who usually do not show themselves have also noticed Li Lin," Yun Xiao Tian said with a bitter smile.

"Even those elders have noticed Li Lin, this..." the black-robed elder was extremely surprised.

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"Those elders are not mainly paying attention to Li Lin, but to the yellow snake demon beast by Li Lin's side. The elders instructed that we must not harm that demon beast. If anything happens to that demon beast and it gets out, our Yun Yang Sect might face a catastrophe," Yun Xiao Tian said after a moment of contemplation.

"What, that little demon beast..." the black-robed elder was understandably shocked, wondering what power could threaten the entire Ling Wu Continent to bring catastrophe to the Yun Yang Sect, and how such a small demon beast could possess such great power.

"Master, what is the origin of that demon beast?" the black-robed elder asked in surprise after recovering.

"I would also like to know. Even those elders won't tell me. It seems Li Lin is definitely not simple. Fierce Tiger against the Dragon, it's hard for me to make a choice," Yun Xiao Tian said with a bitter smile.

The night passed, and the next morning, Li Lin tidied up and continued towards the Martial Spirit Illusion Realm.

"Li Lin, you should be challenging the fifth level of the fourth layer today, right?" As soon as he entered the hall of the Martial Spirit Illusion Realm, the Second Elder asked Li Lin with a smile.

"Second Protector, I think I'll start with the first realm of the fourth layer instead," Li Lin said with a slight smile.

"What, didn't you already pass it yesterday?" the Second Protector asked in surprise. All disciples aim for higher levels of training, but Li Lin wants to train again from the level he passed yesterday, which is indeed strange.

"It's fine to go through it once more," Li Lin said with a light smile.

Li Lin had his own plans. The corresponding difficulty levels and strength of the Martial Spirit Illusion Realm are nearly identical. As a first-level Martial Spirit, challenging the first realm of the fourth layer, he had already passed the fourth level yesterday, which means he has the absolute power to kill a fourth-level Martial Spirit. According to his estimation, he should also have no problem challenging the sixth level. However, this would undoubtedly expose his strength, which is not good for him.

Today, Li Lin's goal was only to train the Fiery Explosion Flame and the Earth Gang Shield again, having already done enough in the first four realms.

"Alright, go to the stone chamber you were in yesterday. You should also be aware that each entry into the illusion will not be the same," the Second Protector said, handing Li Lin a jade slip, into which Li Lin dripped a drop of blood.

"Thank you, Protector," Li Lin thanked the doctor, then entered the stone chamber again, closed the stone door, and like yesterday, a dazzling, unbearable light shot out from the jade slip, and he found himself in a canyon.

"Ga..."

Above his head, a massive fourth-order flying demon beast roared and swooped down, its sharp beak and claws, its aura pressing down from all around, and the power of its flapping wings sweeping through the air currents, almost twisting the space itself.

"It really is different. Today's training begins..." Li Lin's mouth curled into a slight smile, his fighting spirit surging, his hand seals quickly changing...

"Who was that damn fool practicing martial techniques all night yesterday, making it impossible for me to train?"

"Me too, I wonder who was so heartless."

In the Yun Yang Sect, early in the morning, many direct disciples were cursing bitterly.

"News came from the Earth Dragon Peak that Li Lin is to challenge Li Da Jiang at the beginning of the month."

"The thirty-sixth on the Dragon List challenging the twentieth, there's going to be a good show. I wonder if Li Lin can still be arrogant this time."

"Li Da Jiang, a seventh-level Martial Spirit, has recently made great progress, rumored to have reached the peak of the seventh level. I think Li Lin doesn't stand a chance."

"That's not necessarily true. When Li Lin was a ninth-level Martial Master, he defeated Huang Hu, a fourth-level Martial Spirit, with one move. Now that he has broken through the Martial Spirit, his strength must have greatly increased. Who wins and who loses against Li Da Jiang is really uncertain."

"Speaking of that kid's breakthrough, I heard it caused quite a stir, alarming all the elders, even the Sect Master was alarmed."

"Anyway, there are still more than ten days. By then, we'll know who wins and who loses."

"Hey, have you heard? That kid seems to have a good relationship with Sister Hong Ling. Li Da Jiang is pursuing Sister Hong Ling. Now with new hatreds and old grievances combined, if Li Lin's strength is not enough, it's over for him."

"Alright, let's go train. Tonight, let's all search and see who was the bastard practicing martial techniques in the middle of the night instead of cultivating Qi. If we find him, let's teach him a lesson."

"Right, if that bastard practices martial techniques again tonight, let's all go find him and teach him a lesson."

After discussing, the group of direct disciples dispersed to begin their training.

Time slowly passed, and Li Lin didn't know how long it had been in the outside world, only that he had significantly sped up his pace of clearing levels today. Now, in the fourth realm, he encountered eight fourth-order early-stage fire elemental demon snakes, the Flame Serpents. Each had a massive body three hundred meters long, covered in thick scales. The eight Flame Serpents completely trapped him in the center, like eight mountains.

Li Lin's face twitched slightly. Although these eight fourth-order early-stage Flame Serpents were not as powerful as a fourth-level mid-stage puppet, they were much more difficult to deal with.

"Come on." Li Lin said softly, his Qi surging within his body, his aura suddenly climbing.

"Hisss..."

As one of the Flame Serpents' massive bodies lightning-fast swooped down, its huge mouth opened wide, spewing out a scorching flame with an unpleasant smell of blood.

Instantly, the entire sky was engulfed in a raging flame, targeting Li Lin with a sharp whistling sound that made one's ears tingle, and the heat made it feel as though one was in a blazing furnace.

"Hmph!" Li Lin didn't move, merely smiling lightly and humming softly, his hand seals changing, and a yellow light of earthy hue instantly condensed.