That night, Lu Fan sat quietly in his room, the weight of everything pressing on him—the rivalry, his family, and the power inside slowly evolving.
As he focused inward, something changed.
The shadow skill, once separate and flickering faintly in his veins, began to dissolve—not fading, but merging.
A surge of energy burst through him, warm and overwhelming.
Suddenly, his vision blurred and then cleared into a vast, endless space—a Universal Library, stretching infinitely in every direction, filled with glowing scrolls, books, and ancient tablets.
Voices whispered knowledge, secrets of cultivation techniques, healing arts, and battle skills.
A calm but powerful voice echoed in his mind:
"Choose wisely, young cultivator. Only two high-grade techniques may be mastered from this library."
Lu Fan's heart raced. This was no ordinary power—it was a gift beyond comprehension, a chance to define his own path.
He walked through the infinite aisles, scanning countless techniques, feeling their energy.
Two stood out, calling to him with clear resonance:
1. Celestial Palm — a martial technique that amplified physical strength and speed to supernatural levels, capable of shattering stone and bending the wind.
2. Healing Tide — a profound medical skill that not only healed wounds instantly but purified toxins and revitalized Qi flow.
Without hesitation, Lu Fan reached out and accepted them.
The knowledge flooded into him—every detail, every nuance—engraved into his mind.
His body tingled with newfound strength and balance.
The shadow skill was no longer a separate force; it had become part of him, unlocking infinite potential.