Chapter 802: Chapter 800: White Tiger Successor

"However, there’s no need to pay the price of life overdraft."

Wang Zhan slightly frowned and quickly said, "Don’t think that just because you’re older than me, you can deceive me here. Trying to enhance your strength, except for being stable and solid, using the techniques you mentioned is entirely like trying to force growth. It doesn’t just harm the bloodline; more importantly, it significantly reduces one’s lifespan, and if severe, it could make you a cripple."

"So how could it be as nonchalant as you say?"

The White Tiger Venerable shook his head and explained, "You only know one part, but not the other. The techniques I’ve cultivated are just like that. Although it can enhance one’s strength, there are certain side effects for a period, but it’s only a matter of resting peacefully, not as exaggerated as you think."

Upon hearing this, Wang Zhan’s eyes suddenly lit up, "If it’s really like this, that’s great. Quickly pass your strength to Xiang Tian. This way, not only can you solve the Inner Demon problem in your body, but you can also find a good successor."

"My brother here, when fighting, always acts like a desperate warrior. He definitely won’t disgrace your name, White Tiger Venerable."

Beside him, Xiang Tian and Luo Xue also looked excitedly at the White Tiger Venerable.

Although Wang Zhan didn’t introduce the identity of the White Tiger Venerable to Xiang Tian, he had heard some things about Luo Xue. Now, Luo Xue’s rapid improvement in strength was entirely because of the Black Tortoise Venerable’s inheritance. If he could receive the White Tiger Venerable’s inheritance, his strength would greatly improve, potentially resolving the side effects in his body, which would undoubtedly be a great thing for him.

But the White Tiger Venerable frowned, then shook his head and said, "If things were as simple as you say, that would be good. Currently, there’s an Inner Demon within me. If I pass all my techniques to this kid, before he’s even cultivated them successfully, the Inner Demon’s seed would fall into his body. Although it won’t have much impact initially, once the Inner Demon seed grows to a certain level, he won’t be able to suppress the Inner Demon, and it will become a major burden in the future, and he would be controlled by the Inner Demon, becoming a killing machine."

Wang Zhan, beside him, slightly frowned. He certainly knew the terror of the Inner Demon. Although he wasn’t deeply afflicted by it, he had heard many things about it over the years. Many powerful predecessors were troubled by the Inner Demon, unable to break through its level barrier, ultimately falling step by step.

Thinking of this, how could Wang Zhan allow Xiang Tian to risk himself?

Though there is no way to eliminate all side effects for Xiang Tian now, at least they found a breakthrough. As long as Xiang Tian enhances his strength as much as possible, with the aid of elixirs, they should be able to quickly compensate for the life consumption aftermath.

But once he accepted the inheritance of the White Tiger Venerable, it would be like walking on a tightrope. Although there are benefits initially, who knows what major impacts might appear later on. 𝒻𝑟𝘦𝘦𝘸ℯ𝒷𝑛𝘰𝓋ℯ𝘭.𝘤𝘰𝘮

Standing beside him, Wang Zhan spoke again, "Since that’s the case, we should think it through properly. Anyway, you’ll be staying with us for some time, and we have plenty of time to consider. Let’s not continue standing here; let’s return to Flying Cloud City and have a good rest."

The White Tiger Venerable nodded and then followed Wang Zhan’s steps.

However, they hadn’t taken a few steps when Xiang Tian quickly blocked their path and said, "Brother Wang, I know you mean well, but this is a good opportunity for me. Life isn’t the most important thing for me; enhancing my strength to protect those around me is the most important."

"Throughout these years, you’ve always been there protecting me. I don’t want to be a burden anymore, but now Luo Xue has received an inheritance, and her strength has soared. Now I seem to be dragging you down."

"So how can I be willing to continue like this, being protected by you all?"

Upon hearing this, Wang Zhan slightly frowned. Although he understood Xiang Tian’s thoughts, he didn’t want Xiang Tian to risk himself.

He hesitated for a while, then patted Xiang Tian on the shoulder and said with a frown, "Strength can be increased gradually. Moreover, not everyone can receive an inheritance; it requires a certain degree of coincidence. Besides, I believe your strength will climb rapidly since I can provide you with abundant elixirs. You don’t necessarily need the White Tiger Venerable’s inheritance to stand alongside us."

Luo Xue, standing beside him, nodded and consoled, "Back then, you two were always protecting me. I’ve long considered you like big brothers. Though my strength surpasses yours now, I will do my utmost to protect you, so you needn’t feel burdened. After all, the three of us are an entity, aren’t we?"

Although she said this, Xiang Tian’s face showed embarrassment once more. He shook his head, mocked himself with a smile, and said, "But as a man, should I always hide behind a woman for protection?"

"Besides, I’ve always been thinking about enhancing my strength over the years, but your progress is so fast, and the challenges we face are getting stronger. I can’t even withstand those demonic beasts alone now, tagging along beside you is like being worthless. If you don’t let me accept the White Tiger Venerable’s inheritance, it’s like forcing me to leave you."

Halfway through his speech, Xiang Tian sighed, "But now I don’t even have a home left; the fifth war zone is completely unreachable. Once I leave you, I don’t know where to go."

Wang Zhan and Luo Xue exchanged a glance but said nothing more.

But for everyone, it was a great torment.

They knew well what accepting the White Tiger Venerable’s inheritance truly meant.

But now that things have reached this point, what can be done?

The White Tiger Venerable walked over to Wang Zhan, glanced at the resolute Xiang Tian, then said, "Though this is a matter concerning the three of you, as an observer, I’d like to chime in. I can see how much he values you, so he’s worried that his strength will fall behind and he will become a burden."

"It might be better for him to accept my inheritance. Although he won’t match up to you, his strength will be similar to the girl beside you, and across the Star War Battlefield, not many can suppress him, at least not on this plane at this point in time."

"As for the Inner Demon issue, it can be dealt with later. Since you understand alchemy, once your Alchemy skills improve, your cultivation level will advance, and your perspective and elixir crafting skills will evolve. Hopefully, by then, you’ll find a solution to the Inner Demon issue."

Wang Zhan hesitated for a bit, then instinctively asked, "Have you found any methods like that over the years?"

What level of strength does the White Tiger Venerable possess?

Wang Zhan clearly understood that in this plane, no one could obstruct the White Tiger Venerable’s path.

So, if the White Tiger Venerable waves his hand, countless alchemists would swarm to his side.

But if these alchemists couldn’t brew an elixir to dispel the Inner Demon, what solution could he have?

The White Tiger Venerable laughed, "You’ve overestimated the alchemists on this plane. Given your current strength, you could rival them. But I can see, your future accomplishments won’t stop here. In no time, your abilities will immensely improve, and then you won’t be comparable to this group. So, how can you ensure your Alchemy won’t rise again?"

After hearing this, Wang Zhan hesitated. He kept watching the White Tiger Venerable’s expression, seeing that the White Tiger Venerable wasn’t pushing for Xiang Tian to become his successor, knowing that Xiang Tian’s methods had some resemblance to those of the White Tiger Venerable.

However, as Xiang Tian’s friend, Wang Zhan didn’t think so, as he needed to be responsible for Xiang Tian.

Wang Zhan found himself hesitating, unsure of what course to take.

At this moment, Luo Xue walked to Wang Zhan’s side, pulling him aside and softly said, "Brother Wang, I know you’re worried about Xiang Tian’s body and potential Inner Demon side effects, but if you think about it differently, this might not be a bad thing for Xiang Tian. After all, if his strength increases, at least he won’t have to worry about lifespan issues."

"There are pros and cons, buying us more time to resolve these current issues, isn’t it?"

"Moreover, this is Xiang Tian’s personal matter. Perhaps we should leave the decision to him, so whatever happens later, he won’t have regrets or resent us."