Auxiliary Women's Strategy: A Virtuous Wife Helps the King to Rule the World

Liu Yitao didn't awaken because her injuries had healed. Instead, her body was instantly enveloped by a dazzling light. This light was like a blazing sun, dazzling and brilliant, its brilliance beyond words. In an instant, it illuminated the entire room as bright as day, leaving no shadows. The light was so intense that it seemed to dispel all darkness and gloom in the world, filling every corner with this ultimate radiance.

Immediately afterwards, a breath so powerful it was almost impossible to breathe suddenly erupted from Liu Yitao's body like a raging tsunami. This aura was boundless and immeasurable, carrying with it endless pressure and power, like a dormant beast suddenly awakening. With her at its core, a terrifyingly massive vortex of spiritual energy instantly formed. The vortex spun wildly, carrying a terrifying, all-consuming force, as if it would mercilessly devour everything around it. Even the air was twisted and deformed by this force.

Under the impact of this devastating force, the objects in the room flew around like leaves caught in a gust of wind, powerless and scattered everywhere. Delicate vases shattered instantly, shattering into countless sharp fragments that shot out in all directions, each one flashing a dangerous light. Heavy tables and chairs were overturned, tumbling and crashing in mid-air with a dull thud and a shower of wood chips. The walls began to buckle under the violent force, and tiny but ever-growing cracks appeared, like a dense spider web that quickly covered the entire wall, a shocking sight.

Shocked by this sudden and utterly catastrophic change, the brother and sister's legs gave way to weakness, their bodies frozen in place as if by an invisible force. They stumbled backward, their heels dragged down like lead weights. Their eyes widened, their pupils bulging from their sockets, filled with terror and disbelief. Their faces were etched with undisguised terror, their mouths gaping, yet their throats, utterly choked by the sheer terror, remained silent. They could only let the fear rage unchecked within them.

Su Nan and Xiao Tingshan exchanged a glance, their gazes meeting, and in that instant, they seemed to have reached some kind of tacit understanding. They shouted in unison, their voices filled with surprise and anticipation, "She's going to break through!"

Liu Yitao's body hovered in mid-air, the light surrounding her like countless bolts of extremely violent lightning, fiercely interweaving and madly entwining. Those lightning bolts resembled dancing silver snakes, carrying the power to destroy everything. Her long, silky hair, like a waterfall, danced freely in the wind, as if possessing a life of its own, each strand gleaming with a mysterious light. Her eyes were tightly closed, furrowed tightly, and every muscle on her face was contorted with extreme pain, an agony that threatened to tear her face apart. Yet, at the same time, she exuded an expression of immense determination, as if she had made up her mind, determined not to retreat, even at the cost of her life. At this moment, she seemed to be engaged in a thrilling, life-or-death struggle with the most powerful and mysterious force in the universe.

Outside, the once clear, cloudless sky suddenly became thick with dark clouds. The layers of dark clouds were as heavy as lead, piled together, as if ruthlessly crushing the entire world. The darkness was as thick as ink, spreading rapidly, swallowing all light. Thunder rolled in, like the roar of thousands of galloping horses, the sound deafening and stinging to the eardrums. The thunder was like the roar of an ancient beast, filled with endless anger and majesty.

Astonishingly thick streaks of purple lightning darted freely through the thick clouds, roaring like a raging dragon, each bolt threatening to rend the heavens apart. The lightning flashed with an eerie light, as if echoing the immense power surging within Liu Yitao, seemingly ready to break free from all restraints. The entire world seemed shaken by the trembling aura of this breakthrough. The earth trembled slightly, emitting a deep, resonant rumble, as if groaning in pain. The birds and animals in the mountains and forests were terrified by this terrifying pressure and fled in panic. Birds screamed in terror, flapping their wings and taking flight like meteors; animals fled desperately, seeking no other way, desperate to escape this terrifying area. Their footsteps and cries blended together, creating a chaotic scene.

Under the influence of this raging, prehistoric force, the meridians in Liu Yitao's body expanded and reshaped at an astonishing speed. Every inch of her skin shimmered with mysterious, ancient runes, flickering in and out, as if narrating some profound and timeless law of power. Each rune held endless mysteries, seemingly directing the flow of this power. Her bones crackled and crackled, like frying beans, continuously. It was as if she were undergoing a sacred baptism of rebirth, a transformation from the ashes. Every cell underwent transformation and sublimation, and each change was accompanied by pain and hope.

Finally, with a resounding roar that echoed through the heavens and earth, shattering the firmament, all the light and power instantly receded like the receding tide. Liu Yitao slowly opened her eyes, and two rays of light, as tangible as a brilliant meteor streaking through the endless darkness, instantly illuminated everything around her. That light contained new strength and endless wisdom. At this moment, her aura was as steady and unshakable as a mountain, yet as powerful as the surging tide. She exuded an awe-inspiring pressure that made people dare not look directly at her. That pressure seemed to make all things submit, and people could not help but feel awe in her presence. Clearly, she had successfully broken through to the Return to One Stage.

Su Nan and the others looked at Liu Yitao, their eyes filled with indescribable shock and heartfelt joy. Their eyes sparkled with tears of excitement, their lips trembled slightly, and they wanted to say something, but they were too excited to form words.

Liu Yitao herself still had no idea what was happening. Seeing everyone in the room, their expressions of surprise and shock, she was filled with confusion. Curious, she was about to ask her disciples about this when suddenly, an inexplicable intuition gripped her, giving her the feeling that something bad was about to happen. It was a warning sign, deep within her soul, like a cold, venomous snake, instantly creeping up her heart, casting a shadow over her.

The thunder in the sky hadn't died down, but instead grew increasingly dull, gathering strength, as if brewing a more terrifying storm. The outside world was shrouded in a pitch-black haze, nearly invisible in front of one's face. The darkness was so thick it seemed as if water could drip from it. Only from within the clouds flashed lightning, like volatile silver snakes, twisting and distorting, releasing chilling light. They seemed poised to burst forth, ready to break free from the clouds and strike a fatal blow.

Xiao Tingshan's expression was tense, his forehead covered in beads of sweat, which rolled down one by one like pearls from a broken string. He urgently warned, "It's time to overcome the tribulation. This cave is too small to withstand the power of the thunder tribulation. Get out immediately." His voice became sharp with anxiety, shattering the brief silence in the room and making everyone even more nervous.

Upon hearing this, Liu Yitao's heart trembled. Without the slightest hesitation, she flashed like a bolt of lightning, rushing out of the cave first. Su Nan and the others followed closely behind, their expressions solemn, not daring to slack off for even a moment. Their figures swiftly shuttled through the darkness, their only thought in mind: to leave this dangerous place as quickly as possible.

As the group stepped out of the cave, the thunder in the sky grew increasingly deafening. The sound seemed to shatter the very soul, leaving people shuddering. Each thunderclap was like a hammer hammering down on everyone's heart, bringing endless fear. Thick, dark clouds hung low, seemingly crushing the entire world, leaving people with a suffocating, oppressive feeling. The clouds felt like a heavy mountain, weighing down, making it almost impossible to straighten their backs.

Liu Yitao looked up at the sky, her eyes revealing a resolute determination. She knew the upcoming thunder tribulation would be a life-or-death test, but she was ready for the challenge. Her gaze was as firm as iron, as if nothing could shake her resolve.

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