At the same time that Bubu left the Royal Courtyard, Xiao Tianyang had just stepped out of the Star Dou Forest.
As he mentioned in his letter, he planned to spend some time abroad for training and had no intention of returning immediately. That was why he had asked Bubu to leave early and deliver the letter back.
Of course, Qian Renxue wasn't the only recipient. Xiao Tianyang had sent out three letters in total.
The first was addressed to Qian Renxue, accompanied by a gift.
The second was for Saber, primarily inviting her to join him.
The third was for his teacher, explaining his destination, his plans, and when he intended to return.
As he arrived at the forest's entrance and gazed at the bustling crowd, Xiao Tianyang couldn't help but stretch.
"It seems staying in such a closed environment for too long isn't good. It takes a toll on one's mood," he muttered to himself.
Just then, the system's prompt sounded in his mind.
Ding! Congratulations to the host for completing the side mission, [Revenge]!
Reward obtained: Chasing Clouds and Lightning!
In the next moment, a pair of boots materialized inside Xiao Tianyang's Youhai Na Ring.
"The way these rewards appear is truly unpredictable," Xiao Tianyang remarked, shaking his head.
He decided to spend the night nearby and set off the next day. With that in mind, he made his way to the small town adjacent to the Star Dou Forest.
After finding a hotel and securing the best room available, Xiao Tianyang checked in. Exhausted from the past seven days, he felt a bit drowsy and hadn't eaten much. He asked the hotel staff to prepare some food for him.
He wasn't particularly picky about food—as long as it wasn't unbearable, he was fine with it. After all, indulging in too many delicacies could make a simple meal a refreshing change.
After taking a shower and changing into clean clothes, Xiao Tianyang lay down on the spacious bed, his legs dangling over the edge.
Suddenly, he sat up, remembering something important. He immediately retrieved the two rewards he had just received from his Ring.
On the left was the Chasing Clouds and Lightning, and on the right was the Soul Skill Sublimation Card.
Xiao Tianyang glanced at them, and all the relevant information flooded his mind.
Item: Chasing Clouds and Lightning
Function: Increases speed by 60% when worn. Additionally, there is a 10% chance to trigger the special effect "Chasing Clouds and Lightning," which boosts speed by 100% for ten seconds. During this time, the wearer's movements leave afterimages, and anyone who touches them will be electrocuted.
Introduction: An artifact from a high-dimensional world. When worn, it allows the user to chase clouds and lightning, traveling thousands of miles in a single day.
"Good stuff," Xiao Tianyang murmured, his eyes lighting up as he examined the boots.
In terms of both appearance and functionality, the Chasing Clouds and Lightning were undoubtedly a top-tier artifact, the kind that could only be obtained through high-level lucky draws.
The difference between a 60% speed increase and a 60% boost after wearing the boots was significant.
The former added 60% to the base speed, while the latter increased the wearer's speed by an additional 60% on top of the existing enhancement.
Why the system calculated it this way, Xiao Tianyang didn't know. But the description was clear, and the effect felt just as described.
"With these boots and Graceful Steps upon the Waves, my speed will be on par with that of an agility-type soul master," Xiao Tianyang thought, a slight smile forming on his lips.
"And when the special effect triggers, my speed will double, leaving afterimages to confuse enemies. Anyone who attacks the afterimages will get shocked. Impressive."
After savoring the reward for a while, Xiao Tianyang set it aside and picked up the unassuming card on the bed.
Item: Soul Skill Sublimation Card
Function: Enhances a specific ability, with the possibility of mutation during the process. The final effect is unknown.
Introduction: Become stronger or weaker—it's all a matter of fate.
"If I had known this card had such an effect, I might have hesitated," Xiao Tianyang muttered, a hint of disappointment in his voice. But deep down, he felt a thrill of anticipation.
It was a gamble. If he succeeded, he would grow even stronger. If he failed... well, it wouldn't affect him much.
These days, he rarely used his soul skills—not because they were inefficient, but because his opponents were either too weak to warrant their use or too strong for them to make a difference.
After a long moment of contemplation, Xiao Tianyang exhaled slowly and said, "Since coming to this world, my luck has always been good, especially in matters of love. I refuse to believe I'm that unlucky!"
As soon as he finished speaking, the card in his hand dissolved into a point of light and merged into his body.
There was no pain, no comfort—just a fleeting sensation, as if nothing had happened.
But moments later, the system's voice rang in his mind.
Ding! Congratulations to the host for successfully using the Soul Skill Sublimation Card.
The first soul skill, [Myriad Transformations Fire], has evolved into [Emperor Flame]!
Instead of joy, Xiao Tianyang's face showed relief.
"It's fine as long as it didn't get weaker. But naming this soul skill after my martial soul's name seems a bit hasty, don't you think?"
He took out a crystal and crushed it, releasing a patterned aura around him. Then, he summoned his four soul rings one by one.
The first soul ring lit up, but instead of the usual nine flames, a layer of fire enveloped his body.
"So, Emperor Flame can now be used without restriction," Xiao Tianyang observed.
He raised his hand and pointed into the air, sending a green flame flying two meters before it dissipated. Without pause, he clapped his hands, and the flames spread across his body before condensing in front of him.
In an instant, dozens of flaming spears materialized, their sharp tips radiating a fierce, cold energy.
"Not only has the quantity increased, but the quality has improved significantly," Xiao Tianyang noted with satisfaction.
After experimenting further and familiarizing himself with the changes to his first soul skill, he waved his hand, restoring the room to its original state.
The crystal he had used was a one-time item, effective only up to the Soul Emperor level. At this stage, such crystals were essentially disposable and of limited use.
"There's still a four lottery draw left. Might as well use it now," Xiao Tianyang thought.
Without hesitation, he activated the system.
Ding! Congratulations to host Xiao Tianyang for obtaining the magic artifact: King's Armor!
In the next moment, a set of silver armor appeared before him, divided into seven pieces: a helmet, a breastplate, a pair of gauntlets, a pair of iron boots, and a battle skirt.
The armor was distinctly feminine, with elegant lines and a rose pattern etched into its surface.
The helmet, in particular, stood out.
While it resembled a standard knight's helmet, it featured a visor that could cover the entire face.
The carvings on it were intricate, resembling a half-mask worn at a ball. Two spiral horns extended from the temples, curving backward rather than forward or upward.
Seeing the armor, Xiao Tianyang couldn't help but smile. "I thought I'd have to come up with some excuse to get Saber to join me. This saves me the trouble."
Magic Artifact: King's Armor
Function: Increases defense by 65% without hindering speed or movement. Additionally, it blocks any form of detection.
Introduction: The true armor worn by King Arthur, crafted through special means.
Xiao Tianyang understood that the "King Arthur" referred to here was the historical figure, not the fictional character from the anime or manga.
But did it matter? The name was the same, and the armor's feminine design was enough to make the connection clear.
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