Fights Break Sphere: Rock King's Leisurely Journey into the Mortal World

Chapter 12: Burning Thousand Sun Flames

Yao Chen continued leisurely, "And this fourth-ranked Strange Fire is called the Golden Emperor Burning Heaven Flame. Although it and the seventh-ranked Nine Netherworld Golden Ancestor Fire are both golden, they are worlds apart. The Golden Emperor Burning Heaven Flame is far more powerful than the Nine Netherworld Golden Ancestor Fire. Its power is terrifying, even transforming Dou Qi into blazing flames. Because of this, few can tame it."

"The three Strange Fires ranked in the top three are truly extraordinary beings among the finest. The third-ranked Pure Lotus Demonic Fire and the second-ranked Void Devouring Flame are both extremely rare in the world, with only one typically existing in the world."

"The Golden Emperor's Burning Heaven Flame possesses the powerful ability to incinerate Dou Qi, while the Purifying Lotus Demonic Fire is even more unique. It possesses the miraculous effect of purifying all things. It can even use a person's emotions as a trigger, quietly infiltrating the body and purifying the flesh, soul, and Dou Qi into nothingness. It seems as if everything will disappear under its purifying power."

"And the Void Devouring Flame is even more bizarre than the Pure Lotus Demonic Fire. Born from the void, this fire possesses no concrete form, no tangible form to grasp. It is an extremely mysterious existence. It is said to devour the heavens and the earth, possessing the powerful ability to consume all things. In this vast universe, only a very few can possibly withstand this terrifying devouring power."

"What about the first place? What about the first place?" There were twinkling lights in Xiao Yan's eyes, like the bright stars in the night sky. The eagerness revealed in his eyes was as if he was a child with full expectations, eagerly seeking the answer he desired most in his heart.

Yao Chen chuckled, stroked his beard, and slowly said, "The mysterious being at the top of the Strange Fire List is called Emperor Yan. Most people have never even heard of it, simply because it is so mysterious and unfathomable. People only know that there has always been an undoubted Unknown Emperor hanging high above the Strange Fire List, but only a few have actually seen it. Despite this, no one has ever questioned its existence."

Yao Chen had not experienced the joy of teaching and answering questions for a long time, and Zhongli was also deeply amazed at the wonders of the Strange Fire List.

Suddenly, Yao Chen smiled mysteriously, his gaze fixed on Zhongli. He stroked his beard and spoke slowly, "Although the Strange Fire List is ancient and authoritative, compared to the endless mysteries of this world, its coverage is still insufficient. For example, in my opinion, within the body of guest Zhongli, there must be an unknown Strange Fire that is not on the Strange Fire List."

Hearing this, Zhongli faltered slightly, a subtle flicker of surprise crossing his previously calm face. Clearly, he was still absorbed in Yao Chen's sudden change of style, unable to recover for a moment.

Xiao Yan was also slightly startled, thinking to himself: "So Master Zhongli also possesses a strange fire."

At this moment, Xiao Yan's curiosity and desire to explore the strange fire had unknowingly shifted from Yao Chen to Zhongli.

"Hoo..." Zhongli blew away the steam rising from the cup, his movements neither hurried nor slow, as if time was under his control. He took a sip of tea, his gesture calm and elegant, and then slowly put the cup down.

Perhaps Yao Chen mistook the Burning Thousand Sun Flame that Mavica gave me for a strange fire? But on closer inspection, this wasn't entirely without reason. After all, based on Zhongli's previous calculations of Yao Chen's Bone Spirit Cold Fire's strength, it was indeed slightly inferior to the Burning Thousand Sun Flame.

Since the Bone Spirit Cold Fire could rank eleventh on the list of Strange Fires, it was no surprise that the Burning Thousand Sun Flame could also be counted among the Strange Fires. Zhongli said nothing, simply slowly spreading his right hand. In an instant, an invisible force quietly flowed, as if time itself had accelerated. Then, the mighty power of the Fire God was instantly activated, like a giant beast suddenly awakening from a thousand-year slumber. In the next second, the resplendent, sun-like, Nata Sacred Fire once again proudly descended upon this vast and boundless Dou Qi Continent.

"This flame is called the Burning Thousand Suns Flame. It was given to me by an old friend," Zhongli said slowly, his tone calm and composed. "Wow, this fire is absolutely beautiful! It's so colorful, it's like a dream."

Xiao Yan was immersed in his admiration of the Burning Thousand Sun Flame when he suddenly frowned, realizing something was amiss. "Hey, that's not right, Master. The flame on your body was clearly a crimson gold that night, but why is it so colorful now?"

Yao Chen heard this and a hint of confusion appeared on his face: "Xiao Yan, what are you talking about? Wasn't the guest official's flame also this colorful?"

Xiao Yan scratched the back of his head, looking a little confused. It was obvious that he was a little overwhelmed by Yao Chen's words.

Zhongli's lips parted, a faint smile forming. The moment he inherited the Fire God's heart, deep within his dreams, Mavica had meticulously explained to him the secrets of the Fire God's power. Then, Zhongli spoke slowly, a hint of amusement in his voice: "This fire possesses a passive ability called 'Night-Breaking Flame.' Simply put, it can create illusions that confuse the sight and hearing of those uninitiated."

He gracefully lifted the teacup and took a sip, as if savoring the profound meaning within. He then continued, "Thus, in that conference room, everyone saw a different color of this fire. And the reason Mr. Yao Chen could discern the true color of this fire was precisely because it recognized and resonated with your fire control skills and the Bone Spirit Cold Fire."

Yao Chen narrowed his eyes slightly, a look of unconcealed wonder in them. He slowly raised his hand and gently scratched his chin, as if sorting out the complex thoughts in his mind. After a moment, his expression became increasingly solemn, and his voice was steady and serious. "So that's how it is. After careful investigation, this is truly a remarkable strange fire! Based on my rich experience accumulated over many years of immersion in the way of fire, I can infer that if this fire were to be included in the strange fire list, it would probably at least compete with the eighth-ranked Red Lotus Karma Fire, and the power of the two might be comparable."

Yao Chen paused briefly, a glint of curiosity flashing in his eyes as he continued, "I wonder who exactly is this old friend of yours, Master Keqing? You know, someone who can subdue such a strange and powerful fire must be a renowned figure."

When the topic reached this point, Zhongli's face seemed to be shrouded in a haze, and his once deep eyes revealed an unconcealable loneliness. He slightly parted his lips and slowly exhaled, his voice carrying a subtle heaviness as he slowly spoke, "Her name is Mavica."

Yao Chen pondered over the name, thinking about it over and over again, trying to find relevant fragments deep in his memory.

However, Zhongli's next words completely interrupted Yao Chen's thoughts. His words were filled with deep sorrow and reluctance for his lost friend: "She... is gone."

(End of this chapter)