"Finally, it's done!"
A smug smile crept onto Ian Song's lips. After more than twenty days of cultivation, he had finally transformed all of his zhenyuan into immortal yuan force.
He hadn't tested it yet, but he was certain his strength had increased at least tenfold over his previous level.
He wasn't sure if he could take on a Tribulation expert now, but if the chance came, he'd definitely give it a try.
He spent another ten days using immortal yuan force to temper his entire body. His Nascent Soul, nourished by immortal yuan force, was also greatly enhanced—his spiritual power had increased by at least 10,000 points.
"I've been here for more than two months already—it's time to head back!"
After bidding farewell to his fellow Male Phoenix senior brothers, Ian left the Lesser Immortal Realm.
He walked all the way toward the outer areas of the Phoenix Heaven Church, and everyone he met along the way greeted him respectfully.
He still didn't know that the day Cheng Su delivered his identity token, news of him becoming a Phoenix Heaven Church Core Disciple had already spread far and wide.
As soon as the news got out, the entire Imperial Capital was in an uproar.
What does it mean to be a Phoenix Heaven Church Core Disciple?
That status is already equivalent to an imperially enfeoffed County King or County Princess—you can sit as equals with the highest nobles at court.
Even the laws of the High Zhou Imperium can't touch you.
With this identity, you could practically walk sideways in the Imperial Capital.
Rumor has it, when Vergil Beigong heard Ian Song had become a Core Disciple, he destroyed his entire estate in a fit of rage.
Another rumor says that when Soren Wu, the Young Prince Meadowfield, heard the news, he immediately 'fell sick and couldn't get up.'
When Brandon Nangong heard the news, he was so depressed he didn't leave his room for three days.
At the same time, news spread and countless people flocked to the Song Residence with lavish gifts, all hoping for a chance to meet Ian Song.
Unfortunately, Ian Song was still cultivating in the Phoenix Heaven Church, and no one could see him.
"Congratulations, Young Master Song!"
As soon as Ian Song reached the outer gate region of the church, Elder Ouyang—the one who’d led him to meet Elder Gideon Skyreach last time—was already waiting for him, and hurried over as soon as he saw him.
"Hello, Elder Ouyang." Ian Song smiled and returned the greeting.
After some small talk, Elder Ouyang informed Ian of one thing: "The challenger ranked 499th on the Rising Talents Ranking has already conceded after receiving your challenge. That means you're now officially ranked 499th."
With Ian's current strength, he could bulldoze his way through the Rising Talents Ranking. He was sure even the top three wouldn't last more than three moves against him. If not for the system's quest, he honestly wouldn't care to keep challenging.
"Elder Ouyang, could you help arrange the next challenge for me?"
"Don't worry, Young Master Song. I'll make all the arrangements!" Elder Ouyang promised.
"Thanks for your trouble, Elder Ouyang."
"No trouble at all! It's my honor to serve Young Master Song!"
Elder Ouyang's attitude was becoming more and more humble. Everyone else thought Ian Song was just a Core Disciple, but as the one who'd led him in, Elder Ouyang knew Ian must've joined the Male Phoenix Line.
Male Phoenix Line disciples didn't hold power, but their strength was absolutely terrifying—far beyond their peers in the same realm. Even the best Core Disciples couldn't compare.