The moment the white jade box was touched, the runes surrounding the altar seemed to be activated, suddenly bursting forth with a dazzling light. The radiance spread rapidly, illuminating the originally dim cave as if it were broad daylight. Simultaneously, a powerful surge of Spiritual Qi emanated from the white jade box. This wave of spiritual energy was vast and majestic, yet gentle and restrained, flowing through the cave like a trickling stream, making one feel refreshed and joyful. Under the influence of this spiritual fluctuation, the Spiritual Qi within the cave also began to stir, gathering toward the altar to form a massive vortex. At the center of the vortex, the white jade box slowly opened, revealing a bead lying quietly inside.
The bead emitted a seven-colored light that flowed and shifted unpredictably, like stars twinkling in the night sky, brilliant and eye-catching. A pure energy radiated from the bead, filling the cave and leaving both Lin Yaoyao and Shen Mo feeling refreshed; even their Cultivation Bases showed signs of a slight increase.
Bai Li's gaze was fixed intently on the bead within the white jade box. She could feel the powerful energy and dense Bloodline Power contained within it, which left her incredibly excited. She slowly reached out and picked up the bead. It felt warm and smooth in her hand, like the finest mutton-fat jade, emitting a faint fragrance. A surge of pure energy instantly flooded into Bai Li's body, flowing through her limbs and bones, bringing a sensation of tingling warmth. The Bloodline Power within her surged in response, like a slumbering Dragon awakening, letting out bursts of roaring sounds.
The phantom of the Guardian appeared above the altar once more. The Guardian's figure remained blurred, its face and clothing indistinguishable; only a pair of profound eyes shimmered within the light curtain like stars in the night sky, seemingly able to see through everything. The Guardian's majestic voice echoed through the cave, carrying a hint of praise. "You have passed the third trial. Your Heart-Nature... I have already seen how you helped those in distress and risked yourself to protect others." Scenes of everything Bai Li had done played out one by one. "Your Heart-Nature is pure and kind. Congratulations, you have passed the third trial." The Guardian's voice was like a great bronze bell, echoing deafeningly throughout the cave, yet it carried a touch of relief and affection, like an elder affirming and encouraging a Junior.
Bai Li hurriedly bowed respectfully to the Guardian. "Thank you for the praise, Senior." Her tone was humble, but her heart was filled with joy and pride; she had finally passed all the trials and obtained the Legacy.
"I shall infuse a portion of my power into your body to help you raise your Cultivation Base," the Guardian said, slowly raising a hand. A beam of white light shot from its palm, enveloping Bai Li. She felt a powerful force flood into her body, cleansing her Meridians and raising her Cultivation Base. The Spiritual Qi within her surged explosively, like a bursting dam, turbulent and majestic. Bai Li's Cultivation Base rose rapidly, breaking through from the second layer of Foundation Establishment to the third, then the fourth, finally stabilizing at the Foundation Establishment Fifth Layer.
At the same time, many unfamiliar images and pieces of information surfaced in Bai Li's mind, flooding in like a tide and making her feel dizzy. Bai Li hungrily digested this information and discovered a secret technique called the 'Shapeshifting Art,' which allowed her to switch freely between three states: human, half-Spirit Beast, and Spirit Beast.
Under the influence of her Bloodline, the Shapeshifting Art underwent a marvelous transformation as if by magic. In her human state, she was no different from an ordinary person, as if wearing an invisible cloak of protection, granting her the most basic survival capability. In her half-Spirit Beast state, she possessed a human appearance with beast-like features—her current form—shining like a brilliant pearl and possessing powerful abilities. When she entered her Spirit Beast state, she was like a fox shedding its disguise, revealing her original form without reservation. That beautiful figure was like a dancing Fairy, fully releasing the formidable power belonging to a Spirit Beast. Influenced by her Bloodline, the number of tails was like stars flickering in the night sky; the more there were, the greater the power provided and the larger her form would become.
Lin Yaoyao and Shen Mo watched from the side as Bai Li accepted the Legacy. They were both happy for her, while also being filled with awe toward the Guardian. They could clearly sense the powerful aura emanating from the Guardian—a power far exceeding their own, which made their hearts tremble.
After the Legacy concluded, the Guardian's phantom slowly dissipated, and the golden light curtain vanished along with it. Bai Li slowly opened her eyes, a sharp light flashing within them like two shining stars. A powerful wave of Spiritual Qi radiated from her, causing both Lin Yaoyao and Shen Mo to feel a tremor of apprehension. They knew that Bai Li's strength had received a massive boost. Bai Li stood up and stretched her limbs; she felt her whole body filled with strength, as if she had inexhaustible energy. She looked down at her hands and found they had become even fairer and more slender, like fine mutton-fat jade emitting a faint glow. The two fox tails behind her had also become fluffier and softer, like two blooming white velvet flowers, incredibly cute.
Bai Li excitedly said to Lin Yaoyao and Shen Mo, "I feel like my strength has increased a lot!" Her tone was thrilled, and her eyes were full of joy and confidence. She couldn't wait to test her newly acquired power and see exactly how strong she had become.
Lin Yaoyao smiled and said, "Congratulations, Bai Li, you've become much stronger." Her tone held a sense of relief and a touch of pride. Seeing Bai Li's growth brought her immense satisfaction, and she was proud of her.
Shen Mo also smiled and said, "Congratulations, Bai Li." Her gaze toward Bai Li held a hint of admiration. She knew that Bai Li's success was no accident but the result of her hard work in her Cultivate efforts. She was happy for Bai Li and proud of her as well.
After the Legacy ended, Bai Li carefully observed the bead in her hand. It emitted a seven-colored light that shifted unpredictably like stars in the night sky, beautiful beyond measure. As she held it, a warm energy flowed from the bead into her body, making her feel comfortable. She carefully sensed the energy contained within, and suddenly, a piece of information surfaced in her mind. It told her that this bead was called 'bloodline essence,' a spiritual item that could enhance a Spirit Beast's Bloodline—the very goal of Lin Yaoyao's journey.
"Sister Yaoyao, look at this!" Bai Li handed the bloodline essence to Lin Yaoyao, her tone carrying a hint of pleasant surprise. She remembered Lin Yaoyao mentioning that her goal for this trip was to find a spiritual item that could improve a Spirit Beast's Bloodline; she hadn't expected to find it here.
Lin Yaoyao took the bloodline essence and examined it closely. It radiated a seven-colored light that flowed like twinkling stars, brilliant and dazzling. A pure energy emanated from the bloodline essence, making her feel refreshed. As she held it, information flooded into her mind, identical to what Bai Li had received, informing her of the bead's name and effects.