Walker Of The Worlds

Lin Mu was completely unaware of the Heavenly Phenomenon he had caused.

To him, all that mattered at the moment was the small vial in his hands. The ultra-condensed Tyrant Bull Marrow was contained within it, a creation whose value could not be estimated. Something like this simply didn't exist before.

"Is this the limit of what I can do?" Lin Mu wondered, his gaze fixed on the golden liquid within the vial.

The method of condensing the marrow had been similar to the Instantaneous Double and Triple Refinement techniques. However, the level of complexity involved this time was exponentially higher due to the sheer quantity of Tyrant Bull Marrow he had used. The difference lay in the increasing amount required for each subsequent refinement.

Instantaneous Double Refinement demanded two portions to complete, while Triple Refinement required four portions. But Lin Mu had gone further, utilizing eight whole portions already refined to extreme levels. This heightened the quality beyond ordinary expectations.

What he had achieved was the next stage—the Instantaneous Quadruple Refinement. Though it had taken him over a week to accomplish, the technique's name referred only to the final process, which involved the layered refinements.

The amount he had used in this process could have easily supported the cultivation of over ten new body cultivators following the Tyrant Bull Marrow Secrets. Yet, now, it had been distilled into a single vial containing enough for only one individual. The potency of this creation was simply unimaginable. Lin Mu knew he needed to test it himself before he could fully understand its effects.

As much as he wished to do so immediately, he also understood that this was neither the time nor the place for such an endeavor.

"I should get back to the courtyard," Lin Mu thought to himself, carefully storing the vial in his ring.

He unlocked the doors of the VIP Hall and stepped outside. What greeted him was completely unexpected.

"Huh?" Lin Mu blinked in surprise, his gaze sweeping across the scene before him.

Over a hundred people stood there, their eyes filled with excitement and anticipation. Among them were several individuals Lin Mu recognized. There was the Emperor of the Dao Wind Empire, Emperor Feng himself, as well as the Crown Prince Feng Shun. Beside them stood the entirety of the Imperial Court's ministers and the top officials of the Alchemy Pavilion, including its Pavilion Head. Alongside these familiar faces were numerous others whom Lin Mu did not recognize but quickly assessed as powerful and influential figures.

He paid particular attention to an elderly man with white hair and a long beard, standing beside Emperor Feng. This man, along with the Crown Prince, was the only one accompanying the Emperor at the forefront, a clear indication of his high status. Even the Alchemy Pavilion Head stood deferentially behind them, further emphasizing the old man's importance.

'Why are they all here?' Lin Mu wondered, his thoughts racing. 'Did another war break out or something?'

Before his anxious mind could settle on an answer, the Emperor addressed him directly, cutting through the silence.

"Imperial Imperator Lin Mu," Emperor Feng began, his tone both formal and warm. "It seems I have underestimated you yet again. I never imagined that you would grace our empire with a Heavenly Phenomenon so soon after the recent tragedy."

"The what?" Lin Mu managed to utter, his confusion evident.

Before he could process the Emperor's words, he was overwhelmed by a flurry of voices. Questions bombarded him from all directions as nobles, officials, and alchemists clamored for answers. Their excitement and curiosity were palpable, each one vying to understand the magnitude of what had just occurred.

For a moment, Lin Mu felt almost overwhelmed by the chaos. However, some among the crowd soon realized the situation was spiraling out of control.

"SILENCE!" Emperor Feng's voice boomed, his command resonating with authority. Instantly, the clamor ceased, and an eerie quiet fell over the assembly. "No more questions until the Imperial Imperator deems them worthy of being answered!" he declared firmly.

With the Emperor's decree, the crowd dared not utter another word. Lin Mu offered the Emperor a grateful nod before they began moving to a more secure and private location.
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This location was none other than the Imperial Court itself. The grandeur of the court's chambers seemed to amplify the weight of the situation. It was evident that everyone present was deeply concerned about the Heavenly Phenomenon.

The ministers, officials, and other gathered figures wore expressions of both awe and nervousness. They understood the significance of such an event but were also acutely aware of the potential risks. The Imperial Court had faced significant challenges in the past, and losing something as monumental as what Lin Mu had created would be an unimaginable blow.

There were countless historical precedents of rare creations and groundbreaking discoveries being targeted by those who sought to exploit or destroy them. Such was the harsh reality of their world, where power and innovation often invited danger. This knowledge only heightened their determination to safeguard Lin Mu and his creation.

Seated in the center of the chamber, Lin Mu found himself the focal point of everyone's attention. Emperor Feng addressed the assembly, his tone grave yet hopeful.

"What we witnessed today is unprecedented," he began. "The Heavenly Phenomenon that graced our skies is a testament to the Imperial Imperator's unparalleled skill and dedication. Such a phenomenon has not occurred in the Dao Wind Empire every before, and it is our duty to ensure its legacy is protected."

Murmurs of agreement rippled through the chamber. The significance of Lin Mu's achievement was not lost on anyone.

Turning to Lin Mu, the Emperor's expression softened. "Imperial Imperator, I must ask. What is it that you have created? What could inspire the heavens themselves to recognize your work?"

Lin Mu hesitated for a moment, choosing his words carefully. "Emperor Feng, what I've created is merely a refined version of the Tyrant Bull Marrow that I've used for cultivating before."