Chapter 590: Time is forever the most precious wealth

This person wore a white robe, his bearing full of immortal wind and daoist bone aura.

Lu Yuan immediately realized this person was no ordinary figure.

"Lu Yuan."

That person smiled and said, his voice ringing clear.

Lu Yuan looked at him in surprise: "Star-Hidden Hermit?"

"What brings you to see me?"

The Star-Hidden Hermit walked up to Lu Yuan, took out a black box, and handed it to him.

He smiled mysteriously, "This is a gift I give you."

Lu Yuan took the box; inside lay a delicate hourglass, its sand flowing slowly.

"What is this?" Lu Yuan asked curiously.

The Star-Hidden Hermit said mysteriously, "This artifact is called the Sands of Time Hourglass."

"It can regulate the flow of time and even replay past events."

Lu Yuan's eyes widened, shocked by the function and purpose of this mysterious artifact.

"Are you serious?"

"How have I never heard of such a powerful artifact?"

The Star-Hidden Hermit smiled and shook his head: "The Sands of Time Hourglass is extraordinary; it chooses only those with fate."

"You possess immortal dao talent; you should be able to use it well."

Lu Yuan took the Sands of Time Hourglass, ripples stirring in his heart.

He could not wait, longing to experience it himself.

"This gift is too precious."

Lu Yuan looked at the Star-Hidden Hermit full of gratitude: "I will make good use of it, thank you."

The Star-Hidden Hermit nodded and smiled: "The Sands of Time Hourglass is no ordinary artifact; you must be careful when using it."

"Remember, time is forever the most precious wealth."

Having said that, the Star-Hidden Hermit gradually faded away, disappearing at the teahouse entrance.

Lu Yuan gripped the Sands of Time Hourglass, his thoughts myriad.

He took a deep breath, resolved to personally explore the mysterious power of the Sands of Time Hourglass.

Soon after, Lu Yuan returned to the Lei Huo Dan Ge in Heavenly Wind City.

He entered a secret chamber, sat at the table, and placed the Sands of Time Hourglass before him.

He stared at the artifact, trying to touch its mystery.

Gradually, he focused all his attention on the tabletop.

As he delved deeper, the sand within the Sands of Time Hourglass began to flow slowly.

Lu Yuan couldn't help but feel nervous—he was about to discover the true power of the Sands of Time Hourglass.

Lu Yuan attentively sensed the flow of time, silently chanting "rewind" in his mind.

A wondrous and miraculous thing happened; the surrounding light and shadow began to warp, and time flowed backward.

It seemed to return to the moment just after the battle ended, when Xueying and they had not yet fled...

"Is this... a return to the past?"

Lu Yuan exclaimed in surprise.

He saw himself and Zi Xi'er facing Xueying again, but this time with a more mature and flexible response.

Each move perfectly countered the enemy's attacks.

At the same time, Zi Xi'er became stronger and her technique more exquisite.

She wielded the Ice Crystal Long Whip, firmly grasping Xueying's attacks in her hand.

Lu Yuan's heart was greatly shaken.

The Sands of Time Hourglass truly could let him return to the past, face those enemies again, and defeat them better.

He resolved to fully utilize the power of the Sands of Time Hourglass, cultivating more deeply.

Only then could he play a greater role in future battles.

Time quietly passed; Lu Yuan and Zi Xi'er used the Sands of Time Hourglass to replay many battles.

Each time made them stronger and invincible.

After continual attempts, Lu Yuan finally mastered the use of this divine artifact, and his combat strength increased. Lu Yuan felt his body's energy subtly resonate with the stellar power above Azure Sky Lake.

He knew this was an opportunity; he decided to try to absorb this stellar power.

He closed his eyes, attentively sensing the constantly surging stellar aura in the surroundings.

After a few breaths, he felt a strong and pure power quietly circulating within his body.

Suddenly, a rift opened above Azure Sky Lake, from which countless glittering stellar fragments drifted down.

These fragments scattered like raindrops around Lu Yuan.

Mo Di, seeing this sight, was also dumbfounded.

"Lu Yuan, you actually managed to attract so much stellar power!" Mo Di exclaimed in surprise.

Lu Yuan opened his eyes, looking radiantly at the beautiful sight before him.

He realized these stellar fragments might be the result of his recent overly deep cultivation.

Mo Di approached Lu Yuan: "These stellar fragments are condensed from the sky's most refined energy; they can help you better cultivate the Star Transformation Art."

"Star Transformation Art?" Lu Yuan felt curious.

Mo Di explained: "The Star Transformation Art is a profound immortal method that can transform stellar power into an increase in one's own strength."

Only with the aid of these star fragments can this immortal technique be performed.

Mo Di looked at Lu Yuan, anticipation flashing in his eyes, "Do you need help?"

"I can guide you on how to use these fragments."

Although Lu Yuan felt anticipation, he knew that on the path of cultivation, he must rely on himself to explore and comprehend.

He smiled and refused Mo Di's help, "No thanks, Mo Di."

"Thank you for your kindness."

"I want to personally explore the mysteries of this immortal technique."

Hearing Lu Yuan's answer, Mo Di nodded, "Then it's up to you."

"Good luck!"

Lu Yuan returned the gesture with a smile, then focused, held his breath, and began to draw the flowing energy from these glittering star fragments.

He could feel the surging power in his body growing stronger, and the stellar power instantly enveloped his entire body.

As Lu Yuan drew in the stellar power more deeply, a brilliant, dazzling light formed above Azure Sky Lake.

That light radiated an immense, formidable power, impossible to ignore.

Zi Xi'er, watching this scene, also couldn't help but hold her breath.

She stepped back slightly, not wishing her presence to disturb Lu Yuan in any way.

Lu Yuan felt as if he had merged with heaven and earth.

He realized he was entering an indescribable realm, with stellar power rushing into his body at an unprecedented speed.

Moments later, when all the star fragments had been exhausted, a tremendous and majestic energy surged up around Lu Yuan.

Zi Xi'er stared, dumbfounded, at the stranger before her who was extraordinarily powerful.

She knew Lu Yuan had entered a realm unlike any other.

Suddenly, a rift split the sky, and countless glittering star fragments drifted down from the crack, landing lightly around Lu Yuan.

Lu Yuan lifted his gaze to the sky, his heart filled with shock.

He finally understood the inconceivable and mysterious nature of stellar power in this world.

The surging power within his body made him feel immensely excited and exhilarated.

At this very moment, he genuinely felt the step‑by‑step journey of his gradual growth into ever greater strength. (End of chapter)