Chapter 69: Breakthrough

Xavier stood in the grand throne room of the Soul Clan's Castle, its high obsidian walls lined with golden dragon carvings that pulsed faintly with energy. The large hall, adorned with banners of the Soul Clan's sigil, was filled with his closest allies—Jessica, Liana, Raiden, Valen, Tonya, Eddie, Felix, and Mara—all standing in anticipation.

At the center of the room, Xavier stood before a long crystal table, where dozens of storage rings gleamed under the light of enchanted chandeliers. These rings contained the immense wealth and resources he had gathered from his battles, the Crimson Cult strongholds, and his recent conquest of Blackthorne.

Xavier raised his hand, silencing the murmurs. "It's time we distribute these resources and prepare for the battles ahead."

The Distribution of Power

Xavier walked along the table, handing out cultivation resources to his most trusted warriors.

• Jessica Vice – 15 Mystic-Grade Spiritual Pills, 3 Spiritual Crystals, an Ice-Forged Mystic Armor Set

• Liana Stormrider – 15 Mystic-Grade Spiritual Pills, 3 Spiritual Crystals, an Ancient Wind Gauntlet infused with Draconic Runes

• Raiden Rue – 12 Mystic-Grade Spiritual Pills, 2 Spiritual Crystals, and a Lightning-Forged Spear

• Felix Wren – 10 Mystic-Grade Spiritual Pills, 2 Spiritual Crystals, and a Mystic Spell Tome of Ancient Sand Manipulation

• Mara Nox – 10 Mystic-Grade Spiritual Pills, 2 Spiritual Crystals, and Twin Daggers coated in Shadow Essence

• Eddie Halloway – 10 Mystic-Grade Spiritual Pills, 2 Spiritual Crystals, and a Heavy Mystic Warhammer infused with Infernal Flames

• Valen Drakon – 10 Mystic-Grade Spiritual Pills, 2 Spiritual Crystals, and a Draconic Cloak for Concealment and Stealth

• Tonya Blain – 10 Mystic-Grade Spiritual Pills, 2 Spiritual Crystals, and a Mystic Bow with Spirit-Arrows

Xavier's gaze swept over them. "Each of you is crucial to the growth of our clan. Use these resources wisely and cultivate without holding back."

Commanding the Soul Clan Troops

Turning to a nearby messenger, Xavier handed him a sealed scroll stamped with his royal sigil.

"Take this decree to our treasury and supply outposts," Xavier commanded. "Gather all available Mystic-Grade pills, weapons, and resources for the Soul Clan's warriors. Every soldier under our banner will receive what they need to grow stronger."

The messenger bowed deeply. "At once, my lord." He turned and hurried off to fulfill the order.

Appointing His Sister as His Right Hand

Xavier then turned to Sabrina, his golden Dragon Eye glowing faintly as he studied her. His sister had remained silent, observing everything with her usual calm but calculating expression.

"I need someone who stands at my side not just in battle, but in leadership." His voice carried through the hall, commanding but steady. "Someone who shares my blood and vision for the Soul Clan."

The room was silent.

Xavier took a step forward and placed a hand on Sabrina's shoulder.

"I appoint you, Sabrina Soul, as my right hand to the throne. You will help me guide this clan, train its warriors, and ensure that our legacy is never lost again."

A flicker of emotion passed through Sabrina's golden eyes before she nodded, stepping forward.

"I accept," she said firmly. "And I swear on our bloodline—I will never let the Soul Clan fall."

The hall erupted into cheers, warriors bowing their heads in respect. Jessica placed a hand over her heart in acknowledgment, and even Raiden smiled, sensing the momentous shift in power within the clan.

Preparing for the Future

Xavier turned back to his warriors, his voice sharp and commanding.

"Everyone, take these resources and cultivate. The Crimson Cult is still out there, and soon, we will go to war. I want all of you to break through your limits—because when the time comes, I won't accept anything less than victory."

Jessica, Liana, Raiden, and the others nodded, their determination burning as fiercely as their leader's.

As they each departed to their cultivation chambers, Xavier and Sabrina exchanged a glance.

A Sibling's Power

Xavier motioned for Sabrina to follow as he strode through the towering halls of the Soul Clan's Castle. The air inside pulsed with ancient energy, its walls imbued with the lingering might of their draconic ancestors.

As they walked, Sabrina stole glances at her younger brother, analyzing every movement, every breath. There was a weight to his presence, something that set him apart from any warrior she had ever encountered.

"I want to see where you stand, Sabrina," Xavier said as they approached the entrance to the Soul Clan's Grand Cultivation Chambers. His Dragon Eye flickered to life, golden patterns shifting in his irises as he scanned her power.

A number materialized in his vision:

Sabrina Soul – 9th Rank Mystic Warrior

Xavier's expression didn't change, but inside, he was impressed. She's nearly at the peak of the Mystic Realm.

Sabrina smirked. "Your turn."

She activated her own spiritual perception, directing it at Xavier.

The moment she did, her golden eyes widened.

Xavier Soul – 1st Rank Sky Warrior

A stunned silence fell between them.

"…Sky Rank?" she finally whispered, disbelief creeping into her usually composed voice. "That's impossible. There hasn't been a Sky-Ranked warrior in thousands of years."

Xavier chuckled. "You're looking at one."

Sabrina folded her arms, her sharp gaze locked onto him. "Explain."

Xavier sighed. "Honestly, I don't fully understand it myself. My system registered it as an ascension beyond the Mystic Realm. Even Void God Malakar was caught off guard when he sensed my strength."

Sabrina let out a slow breath, her mind racing.

"This changes everything," she muttered. "If you're already at the Sky Rank, then the potential of our bloodline… it's beyond anything I imagined."

Xavier gave her a knowing look. "And that's exactly why we need to cultivate together. We can push past our limits and prepare for what's coming."

Sabrina's lips curled into a small smirk. "Fine. Let's see what the Soul Clan's cultivation chamber is capable of."

Stepping into the Cultivation Chamber

The heavy obsidian doors of the Soul Clan's Grand Cultivation Chamber swung open, revealing a vast hall bathed in golden and crimson energy. The chamber was unlike any ordinary training hall—it was a sanctuary of raw spiritual power, fueled by the energy of the Soul Clan's ancestral lineage.

Inside, pillars of radiant energy spiraled toward the ceiling, forming a celestial vortex of fire and ice, two elements that had become inseparable within Xavier's own bloodline. The chamber's floor was lined with ancient dragon inscriptions, glowing softly as they reacted to the presence of draconic descendants.

As Xavier and Sabrina stepped forward, the energy shifted, as if recognizing their bloodline and preparing to enhance their cultivation.

Sabrina let out a low whistle. "This… is unlike anything I've ever seen."

Xavier smiled. "It's only fitting for the last of the Soul Clan."

He took a seat at the center of the chamber, motioning for Sabrina to do the same. She followed, her body instinctively aligning with the energy surrounding them.

"No holding back," Xavier said, closing his eyes as his spiritual aura expanded.

Sabrina smirked. "Wouldn't dream of it."

The moment their cultivation began, the entire Soul Clan's Castle trembled.

Flames and frost intertwined, swirling around the chamber as two draconic auras erupted, intertwining like two celestial forces colliding.

Xavier and Sabrina were about to shatter the boundaries of their limits.

Xavier reached into his storage ring, his Dragon Eye glowing faintly as he pulled out two sets of radiant herbs—one set burning with infernal fire and the other glowing with a deep icy-blue hue.

With a flick of his wrist, he tossed them toward Sabrina, who caught them effortlessly, her sharp golden eyes studying them with a mix of curiosity and admiration.

"Fire and Ice Spirit Herbs," Xavier said. "Their properties align perfectly with our elements. They'll help refine your spiritual core."

Then, he pulled out something even rarer—a Celestial Spiritual Pill, pulsing with divine energy, as if the heavens themselves had blessed it. He tossed it to his sister.

Sabrina's eyes widened slightly as she caught it. "You're just giving this to me?"

Xavier smirked. "What's the point of being strong alone? We rise together."

Sabrina exhaled, a rare flicker of emotion passing through her face before she nodded. "Then let's push past our limits."

Xavier pulled out his own set of fire and ice herbs, along with a Celestial Spiritual Pill, swallowing them without hesitation.

The moment the pill dissolved, the entire Soul Clan's Grand Cultivation Chamber reacted.

The chamber trembled as two colossal energy currents erupted—one of searing crimson flames, the other of piercing sapphire frost.

Xavier and Sabrina sat cross-legged at the center of this divine maelstrom, their bodies absorbing the immense energy surging through them.

The air cracked with power, arcs of golden lightning and swirling ice intertwining above them. The ancient dragon inscriptions on the chamber floor glowed brilliantly, resonating with their bloodline.

The moment the pill dissolved within his core, Xavier's body ignited. His fire and ice elements fused into one, creating a balance of absolute destruction and creation. His Dragon Eye burned, absorbing the celestial energy flowing into him.

• Sky Rank 2 – The flames within his soul grew denser, intertwining with a profound icy essence. His spiritual core expanded, strengthening his very existence.

• Sky Rank 5 – His Infernal Bloodline pulsed wildly, as though something ancient was trying to awaken inside him. The fire and ice no longer just coexisted—they became one force, something beyond ordinary elements.

• Sky Rank 9 – Golden draconic scales shimmered faintly across his arms, vanishing just as quickly as they appeared. His bones and muscles reshaped themselves, becoming something far more powerful and refined.

• Sky Rank 12 – His Dragon Eye evolved, allowing him to perceive the flow of spiritual energy itself, giving him insight into the very fabric of existence. A ring of runic inscriptions circled within his pupils, granting him an almost divine awareness.

• Sky Rank 15 (Peak Sky Rank) – Xavier's body erupted with celestial flames, forming a radiant draconic silhouette behind him, its very presence warping reality itself. His aura stretched beyond the chamber, shaking the very foundation of the Soul Clan's castle.

Not to be outdone, Sabrina roared, her silver hair glowing like a divine beacon as the celestial spiritual pill infused into her core.

• Mystic Rank 10 – Her ice element evolved, transforming from a simple affinity into an absolute force. Frost energy seeped into the chamber, forming glacial structures around her.

• Mystic Rank 12 – Her Dragon Bloodline resonated with Xavier's, sharpening her control over energy. The very moisture in the air condensed into a swirling ice storm, responding to her emotions.

• Mystic Rank 14 – A pair of translucent, icy wings manifested briefly on her back before vanishing. Her entire presence transformed, embodying something far beyond a normal Mystic warrior.

As the storm of power finally settled, Xavier's eyes snapped open—golden, glowing, and layered with divine inscriptions. His very breath sent waves of spiritual energy rippling through the chamber.

Sabrina stood as well, her icy aura spiraling before retracting into her core. She was no longer just a Mystic Warrior. She was a force of nature.

She let out a slow breath, her voice steady but filled with something new—pride.

"You're still ahead of me," she admitted. "But not for long."

Xavier smirked. "I'd be disappointed if you weren't trying to catch up."

The two stepped out of the cultivation chamber, the doors swinging open with a gust of divine energy.

Waiting outside were Jessica, Liana, Raiden, Valen, Eddie, Felix, Mara, and Tonya—all looking both stunned and awed.

Jessica's icy-blue eyes flickered with admiration. "I don't even recognize you two anymore."

Liana crossed her arms. "I was expecting you to get stronger, but this? This is absurd."

Raiden swallowed hard, looking at his master. "Master… what have you become?"

Xavier rolled his shoulders, feeling limitless energy flowing through him. "Stronger."

Sabrina smirked. "And ready for war."

As the Soul Clan warriors gathered, whispering about the monstrous power of their leaders, Xavier turned toward the horizon.

The Crimson Cult still existed.

But now… the Soul Clan had two titans ready to bring them to ruin.