BTTH : I am Thunder Emperor

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"Life Devouring Pill?"

Mo Yu paused, staring at the mysterious map in his hand. The name was both unfamiliar and strangely familiar, causing him to put away the Vermilion Burning Sky Thunder with a sense of intrigue and surprise.

"Oh? It's the Life Devouring Pill! I didn't expect something like that to still exist on the Dou Qi Continent." Mo Yu's cold eyes narrowed at the three words, while She Lao's gaze showed a hint of astonishment as well.

"If I remember correctly, the Life Devouring Pill was a renowned pill that once shocked the entire continent many years ago. It could be classified as a peak-tier Grade 7 pill, created by a famous alchemist. The terrifying thing about this pill was that it allowed anyone to reach the Dou Wang level instantly! Imagine the despair others must have felt after painstakingly climbing up through years of cultivation, only for a single pill to provide the same power in an instant.

Though the strength gained wasn't permanent, and it required consuming life force to sustain it, on the Dou Qi Continent, how many people ever truly break through to Dou Wang?

Therefore, even with the pill's severe backlash, many experts and large factions pursued it madly.

However, this craze didn't last long; it faded quickly after the alchemist who created the Life Devouring Pill vanished overnight, taking the pill formula with him.

After his disappearance, people continued searching for a while, but as time passed, the frenzy died down, and the Life Devouring Pill gradually faded into obscurity…"

Hearing She Lao's exclamation, Mo Yu raised an eyebrow. He hadn't expected that the mysterious map he'd bought on a whim at an auction would contain such a shocking secret.

Mo Yu wasn't unfamiliar with the Life Devouring Pill. He remembered in the original story that after hearing about Xiao Yan's 'death,' Xiao Yan's brother, Xiao Li, swallowed a Life Devouring Pill in grief and rage, propelling himself from Da Dou Shi to Dou Wang and forming a small squad for revenge on Xiao Yan's behalf.

This pill, which could elevate a Da Dou Shi to Dou Wang in a short time, had long intrigued Mo Yu.

Unfortunately, in the original story, Xiao Li only obtained the Life Devouring Pill by coincidence while escaping in a remote mountain range. There were no clear details on the location.

The Black-Corner Region was vast, with countless unknown mountains. Searching for the Life Devouring Pill without an exact location was like looking for a needle in a haystack.

Thus, Mo Yu had eventually abandoned the thought. However, as the saying goes, "You don't get what you desire, but what you least expect comes to you."

Just as he'd forgotten about the Life Devouring Pill, the map he'd accidentally acquired now showed its exact location.

Running his slender finger along the icy parchment, Mo Yu's gaze followed the winding path on the map until it stopped at a marked red spot indicating the pill's location.

"Oh? It's not far from Jia Nan Academy…" Mo Yu murmured to himself as he studied the marked area.

"Mo Yu, are you interested in the Life Devouring Pill?" She Lao's raspy voice broke the silence as he observed Mo Yu's enthusiasm.

"Mm, the Life Devouring Pill is a Grade 7 pill, a rare and valuable item. Since I've come across it, I shouldn't let it slip away," Mo Yu replied with a light smile.

In Mo Yu's view, the Life Devouring Pill was a unique pill, but labeling it as Grade 7 seemed somewhat forced. After all, other Grade 7 pills, such as the Transformation Pill or Yin-Yang Mystic Dragon Pill, had miraculous properties.

But the Life Devouring Pill only enabled a Da Dou Shi to advance quickly to Dou Wang, and it did so by consuming life force.

Although Dou Wang experts were indeed above most common folks, compared to true powerhouses, they were still considered unremarkable. Thus, the Life Devouring Pill was somewhat lacking in Mo Yu's eyes.

Creating an army of Dou Wang experts using the Life Devouring Pill would require a massive quantity. Even a superpower in Central Plains would struggle to sustain such a force.

Despite its flaws, the Life Devouring Pill was timely for Mo Yu's current needs.

"That's true. With your talent, you don't need the Life Devouring Pill. You'll likely reach Dou Wang in less than two years on your own.

But now, as the leader of your own faction, if you could obtain a few Life Devouring Pills, the Yuan Manor could gain a few Dou Wang experts. Though their power would only last three years, with your capabilities, the Yuan Manor would have established itself as a first-rate force in the Black-Corner Region by then," She Lao said, admiring the silver-eyed Mo Yu with a tone of respect.

Over time, She Lao had witnessed firsthand how Mo Yu built a faction from scratch, expanding step-by-step.

While the Yuan Manor had been constructed on the foundation of the Fierce Tiger Gang, it was Mo Yu who meticulously created its structure, drafted its regulations, and established its dominance in Shi Yan City.

She Lao had watched all of Mo Yu's actions with growing astonishment.

Not everyone possessed the skills to govern a faction. Years ago, She Lao had been excluded from his clan's leadership partially due to clan rules but also because he wasn't suited for leadership.

Being a leader was not only about wielding power but also about carrying responsibility. Mo Yu balanced these perfectly, which impressed She Lao deeply.

Mo Yu simply chuckled at She Lao's praise.

He indeed planned to use the Life Devouring Pill to strengthen the Yuan Manor.

Currently, Yuan Manor had only Zi Huo as a top-tier fighter. If they added a few Dou Wang experts, they could secure a position among the top forces.

Mo Yu didn't intend to use the Life Devouring Pill's experts as disposable tools, however.

Having knowledge from the original story, he knew that although the Life Devouring Pill granted its user a three-year lifespan, this side effect wasn't unbreakable.

If one reached Dou Huang within those three years, the pill's side effect would automatically dissolve, essentially sparing them from the grueling journey of cultivation.

This method, though feasible, was still challenging. For most people, breaking through from Dou Wang to Dou Huang within three years was a near-impossible feat.

Thus, consuming the Life Devouring Pill was akin to entering the grave.

But Mo Yu possessed a bizarre technique in his memory that allowed him to sacrifice his own life force to accelerate his cultivation. Paired with the Life Devouring Pill, it was the perfect combination…

Carefully storing the map in his beast ring, Mo Yu decided to claim the Life Devouring Pill on his way to Jia Nan Academy.

After unlocking the secrets of the mysterious map, Mo Yu's spirits lifted. Just as he stretched, a knock sounded at the door.

"Master, Lord Meng has an important report."

"Oh? Meng Yang? What does he want?" Mo Yu paused, stepping outside, and addressed the attendant. "Understood. You may go."

With a respectful bow, the attendant retreated.

In the main hall, Mo Yu saw Meng Yang, looking anxious. Beside him stood a scarred man, catching Mo Yu's attention as his silver eyes narrowed slightly.

The scarred man appeared to be in his thirties, with half his face marked by scars, giving him a sharp and intense aura.

As he saw the man, memories of the Earth Flame Auction from a few days ago resurfaced.

The Sword of Death, Qiu Shui!

This was the same swordsman who had bought the Ice-Fire Duality Sword at the auction half a month ago.

Seeing Mo Yu approach, Meng Yang hurriedly stepped forward, wiping the sweat from his brow as he respectfully addressed him, "Master, this is Qiu Shui, the renowned swordsman of the Black-Corner Region. He has come today…"

Listening to Meng Yang's explanation, Mo Yu quickly grasped the situation.

It turned out that Qiu Shui had come to Shi Yan City by chance and noticed that the Blazing Long Blade sold by Yuan Manor bore traces of the same forging technique used to create the Ice-Fire Duality Sword. Driven by curiosity, he sought to meet the forger behind this craftsmanship.

After Meng Yang finished speaking, Mo Yu waved his hand, signaling for him to leave.

Meng Yang, merely a second-grade weapon refiner, had been immediately recognized by Qiu Shui as not being the creator of the Ice-Fire Duality Sword, which was not surprising.

What puzzled Mo Yu, however, was why this person wanted to see him.

"So, you're the master of Yuan Manor and the one who forged the Ice-Fire Duality Sword?" Qiu Shui's scarred face frowned as he looked over Mo Yu's youthful appearance.

Qiu Shui hadn't paid much attention to Yuan Manor's recent rise; in the Black-Corner Domain, new factions emerged as frequently as grains of sand, and many faded just as quickly. Yet, seeing such a young person as Yuan Manor's master and a weapon refining expert stunned him.

Even if Mo Yu had begun forging from birth, it was hard to believe he could refine a weapon as refined as the Ice-Fire Duality Sword. Qiu Shui's doubt was evident.

Noticing his suspicion, Mo Yu ignored it, calmly sitting at the head seat and sipping his tea. "Master Qiu Shui, I believe this isn't our first meeting, is it?"

Qiu Shui froze, his brows knitting together in thought. "You're the one in the black robe from the Di Yan Auction House?"

Qiu Shui did recall the mysterious black-robed figure, as the person's unique aura left a strong impression. Now, seeing Mo Yu, that same aura resurfaced in his mind.

"Heh, I'm surprised you remember me, Master Qiu Shui," Mo Yu replied with a slight smile. "My real name is Mo Yu. I've only recently come to the Black-Corner Domain. May I know the purpose of your visit today?"

At this, Qiu Shui's expression grew somber. After a long pause, he finally said gravely, "If you truly are the one who forged the Ice-Fire Duality Sword, then I do have a matter where I need your help, Master Mo."

"Oh?" Mo Yu raised an eyebrow, his expression thoughtful. "What assistance does Master Qiu Shui require from me?"

Qiu Shui didn't immediately reply. Instead, he reached into his storage ring, and in an instant, a blue and red longsword radiating intense ice and fire energy appeared in the hall.

Sensing the familiar aura, Mo Yu stood up quickly. But when he saw the numerous cracks marring the blade, he paused, astonished.

"This is… the Ice-Fire Duality Sword. How did it end up like this?"

Noticing the extensive damage, Mo Yu frowned. The Ice-Fire Duality Sword, a fourth-tier weapon, should be incredibly resilient—even a Dou Ling wouldn't easily harm it. Observing the cracks, he wondered what kind of fierce battle had caused such severe damage.

"A few days ago, I crossed paths with an old foe, a one-star Dou Wang. Although I managed to drive him away, the Ice-Fire Duality Sword suffered significant damage in the fight," Qiu Shui explained simply, a trace of sadness crossing his usually stoic face as he gazed at the battered sword.

"Battling a Dou Wang?" Mo Yu's eyes flashed with surprise as he regarded the scarred man before him. Upon closer inspection, he realized Qiu Shui had already reached the peak of nine-star Dou Ling, just a step away from becoming a Dou Wang.

Even at the peak of Dou Ling, to fight a Dou Wang and hold his own spoke to Qiu Shui's terrifying strength, justifying his reputation as a master swordsman known throughout the Black-Corner Domain as the Deadly Sword.

A thought sparked in Mo Yu's mind, and he began to consider recruiting Qiu Shui.

"Master Mo, if you can repair the Ice-Fire Duality Sword, I would be eternally grateful." Qiu Shui quickly hid the sorrow in his eyes, his face returning to its usual calm as he cupped his fists respectfully.

After examining the blade carefully, Mo Yu smiled faintly. "Though the Ice-Fire Duality Sword is badly damaged, it's not beyond repair. However…"

"Oh? You really can repair it?" Qiu Shui's normally impassive face showed a hint of urgency as he looked at Mo Yu. "But… what? If Master Mo can restore the blade, I can offer even a million gold coins."

Surprised by the offer of a million gold coins, Mo Yu thought that was enough to purchase an entirely new sword. Clearly, Qiu Shui held deep feelings for his weapon.

With a shake of his head, Mo Yu chuckled. "I don't need money."

Qiu Shui frowned. "Then what is it you require, Master Mo?"

"If Master Qiu Shui cherishes the Ice-Fire Duality Sword so dearly," Mo Yu's voice echoed with a playful tone, his fingers interlocked, "why not join my Yuan Manor?"

This proposal left Qiu Shui momentarily speechless.

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