Digesting The Rewards
Fang Yuan, after analyzing all the information about the items he had obtained, felt a sense of wonder and excitement. Without hesitation, he took out the first item: the Geass Eye. Its intricate design shimmered faintly, pulsing with a mysterious aura that seemed alive.
He exhaled deeply, steadying himself. His fingers trembled briefly but quickly regained their composure. Without hesitation, he pressed his thumb and forefinger against his right eye. Pain shot through him as he began the gruesome task of pulling it out with his own hands. His breathing grew heavier as the pressure and pain intensified, but Fang Yuan's tolerance for suffering was unmatched. Blood trickled down his face as he endured the excruciating process, never once flinching.
With a final yank, his right eye came free, leaving his vision half-blinded and blurry. He took a brief moment to steady himself before repeating the same agonizing process with his left eye. The pain was just as sharp, stabbing through his skull like needles of fire, but he remained focused and silent. As the second eye was removed, blood streamed down his cheeks, yet his expression remained calm, driven by sheer determination.
He reached for the Geass Eye, its glowing surface humming softly in his hand, and pressed it into the right empty socket first.
The moment the first Geass Eye made contact, a surge of unbearable pain erupted, far worse than the removal. It felt as though his entire head was on fire, and sharp spikes of energy pierced his mind. His body trembled violently, but Fang Yuan gritted his teeth as he endured the pain. The Geass Eye was different from the Sharingan Eye, which connected only to the physical body. The Geass Eye, being part of the enslavement path, merged seamlessly with both his soul and physical body, though outwardly, it appeared like a normal eye.
As the first Geass Eye settled into place, the pain began to subside gradually, leaving a dull throb. His breathing steadied, and he wiped the blood from his face, blinking several times to adjust.
Without delay, Fang Yuan picked up the second Geass Eye and pressed it into his left empty socket. The pain reignited, more intense than before as the energy of the second eye fused with his being. It felt like molten fire surging through his skull, burning its way into his soul. His entire body convulsed, but he remained grounded, his teeth clenched as he fought through the overwhelming agony.
As the second Geass Eye finally merged, the pain slowly dissipated. Fang Yuan exhaled sharply, wiping the remaining blood from his face. His vision returned, clearer and sharper than ever, as the power within the Geass Eyes pulsed in perfect synchronization with his mind.
The power within the Geass Eye pulsed gently, and Fang Yuan felt its connection to his mind.
"It's done," he whispered, a faint smile forming on his bloodstained face. "To think it would be this painful. I didn't expect the Geass Eye to directly connect to my soul. As expected of an eye tied to the power of the enslavement path. As my soul grows stronger, the power of the eye will grow as well, allowing me to control more living beings with ease."
Next, he didn't take a break as he took out the Philosopher's Stone, examining the rock-like form with its deep crimson hue. Its surface appeared rough, but beneath the texture, a faint glow pulsed rhythmically, hinting at the immense energy it contained.
Without hesitation, Fang Yuan gripped the stone tightly, channeling a small amount of primeval essence into it. The stone reacted immediately, heating up as if it were alive. Slowly, it began to liquefy, flowing like molten lava and seeping into his right hand. Fang Yuan's body tensed as the substance fused with his palm, and a mouth-like structure formed on its surface, complete with jagged teeth.
The pain was sharp, but Fang Yuan remained calm, his tolerance for suffering helping him endure it. As the final bits of the stone were absorbed, a glowing symbol resembling the mark of balance appeared on his forehead, forming the shape of a third eye. Its design was intricate, embodying the concept of equivalent exchange.
The mouth on his palm twitched briefly, then opened slightly, emitting a low, guttural hum, as if it had just awakened. Fang Yuan flexed his fingers, feeling the power now embedded within him. "With this, my refinement abilities will surpass ordinary limits," he muttered, already contemplating the countless Gu he could refine with such an advantage.
Next, he took out the remaining rewards, starting with the Akaza's Demon Blood Art Killer Move Recipe. The scroll glowed briefly before dissolving into light and flowing into his mind. As the knowledge settled, Fang Yuan could visualize the detailed steps, materials, and activation methods needed to master the move.
Following that, he absorbed the Blood Relation Change Gu Recipe, another influx of information entering his thoughts, covering materials related to temporary bloodline changes. He could already imagine several strategic uses for it.
The Titan Transformation Gu Recipe followed, merging smoothly into his consciousness. The detailed blueprint highlighted the requirements for refining the Gu and its optimal usage.
The Choso's Flowing Red Stack Killer Move Manual came next. It didn't require much absorption; instead, the technique embedded itself seamlessly, ready for execution once the components were gathered.
Finally, as Fang Yuan focused on the Heaven Path Master Attainment, no memories flooded in—just a calm, steady elevation of his understanding. His comprehension of Heaven Path principles grew naturally, and with it, he felt a surge of inspiration, as if the mysteries of the world around him were offering themselves up for his exploration.
The 1,000 Primeval Stones quietly settled into his inventory, neatly stacked and ready for future use.
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Hello, sorry it took so long. I'm going to drop another chapter in a few minutes. The plot will take a different direction, and the academy and other details will be minor. Sometimes I might get those wrong, so just ignore it; my main focus is on the main plot.
Oh, and regarding why Fang Yuan experiences pain differently from Li Tian, who hasn't faced as much, it is because Fang Yuan's Gu is primarily soul-based. Although Sharingan is also soul-based, Li Tian was not caught by Heaven's Will like Fang Yuan, so to conceal it, the entire eye needs to be converted to a soul type.
Thank you.