Marvel: The other side of the double-passing door is Devouring the Stars

Chapter 286 Opening a Brand New Path of Cultivation
"Golden Nebula - All Things Return to One!"

The metal particles suddenly became extremely active, forming a rotating metal vortex centered on Luo Feng. When the fireballs came into contact with this vortex, they were sucked into it and became part of the vortex.

"This is..." Molt stared in astonishment as his attack was swallowed by Luo Feng's metallic vortex. "What are you doing?"

Luo Feng didn't answer immediately; all his energy was focused on controlling the metallic vortex. As more and more fireballs were absorbed, the vortex's color began to change, gradually transforming from pure gold to a peculiar mix of gold and red.

“Fusion,” Luo Feng finally spoke, his voice hoarse from the immense mental strain, “I’m trying to fuse your fire energy with my metal energy.”

This explanation shocked everyone. The fusion of laws and energies is an extremely profound subject, one that even cosmic-level powerhouses rarely achieve perfectly. Luo Feng's attempt at such a difficult maneuver during battle was a testament to his courage and wisdom.

Molt's expression became extremely complex, a mixture of shock, doubt, and unease. He wasn't sure if Luo Feng could succeed, but he knew that if he did, the consequences would be unimaginable.

The golden-red vortex spun faster and faster, its energy fluctuations growing stronger. The temperature in the entire arena rose sharply, then suddenly dropped, and a peculiar energy aura filled the air, possessing both the toughness of metal and the heat of flames.

"He's doing something extremely dangerous," Rowan's expression turned more serious than ever before. "If the fusion of law energy isn't controlled properly, it could lead to energy runaway, causing serious harm to Luo Feng himself."

"Then why would he take that risk?" Thor asked worriedly.

“Because this might be his only chance of winning,” Rowan explained. “With Luo Feng’s current energy reserves, it’s difficult for him to defeat Molt in a head-on confrontation. But if he can successfully fuse the two laws of energy and create a new energy form, it might be possible to reverse the situation.”

Inside the arena, the rotation speed of the golden-red vortex began to slow down, and the energy fluctuations stabilized. Luo Feng's expression changed from tense to calm, and the light of his golden avatar brightened again.

"It worked?" someone in the audience exclaimed.

Indeed, Luo Feng seemed to have successfully controlled this fusion energy. The golden-red vortex gradually contracted, eventually condensing into a fist-sized crystal that floated in Luo Feng's palm. This crystal was half gold and half red; the two colors were not simply mixed, but rather formed a perfect fusion resembling a Tai Chi symbol.

"Gold and Fire Fusion - Tai Chi Mystic Crystal."

Luo Feng softly named the newly formed energy crystal. He raised the crystal above his head and then suddenly hurled it at Molt.

Molt knew this crystal was no ordinary object, so he immediately mobilized all his remaining energy to create a defensive barrier made of true flames in front of him.

"True Flame - Eternal Shield!"

However, when the Taiji Mystic Crystal came into contact with the flame barrier, a strange thing happened—it was not blocked, but passed straight through, as if it were passing through air. Even more astonishingly, the flame barrier not only failed to stop it, but seemed to "nourish" it, making it larger and more energetic.

"This...this is impossible!" Molt watched in horror as the Taiji Mystic Crystal pierced through his strongest defense and headed straight for him.

At this critical moment, the Taiji Mystic Crystal suddenly stopped about one centimeter away from Molt's chest, hovering in the air and emitting a dazzling golden-red light.

Luo Feng's voice echoed clearly in the arena: "If this crystal explodes, even your True Flame Avatar will be completely destroyed, and it may even cause irreversible damage to your main body. I suggest you concede."

Looking at the Taiji Mystic Crystal so close to him, and feeling the terrifying energy it contained, Molt knew that Luo Feng's words were true. His flame avatar had begun to collapse, its energy almost exhausted, and he no longer had the ability to continue fighting.

“I concede,” Molt said through gritted teeth, his eyes filled with resentment, but also with admiration for Luo Feng.

"The winner is Luo Feng!" The system announcement echoed through the arena.

Thunderous applause and cheers erupted from the audience. The battle was far more exciting than anyone had expected; the skill and understanding displayed by the two young masters of the laws were truly admirable. In particular, Luo Feng's fusion of law energy during the battle became the focus of everyone's discussion.

Luo Feng retrieved the Taiji Profound Crystal, and the Golden Yuan Avatar also dissipated. As all the energy of the laws returned to his body, a tremendous sense of exhaustion instantly overwhelmed him; his face turned pale, and his body swayed slightly.

The massive depletion of his Law energy and extreme mental fatigue nearly caused Luo Feng to lose his balance. Just as he was about to collapse, Molt stepped forward and caught him.

"Thank you," Luo Feng said with difficulty, his voice barely audible due to his weakness.

Molt shook his head. "No need for thanks. You won honorably; you are a true champion."

The two supported each other as they walked toward the transfer platform, where medical personnel were already on standby, ready to receive the two exhausted contestants at any time.

When Luo Feng and Molt were teleported back to the preparation area, Rowan, Thor, and Hong were already waiting there. Seeing Luo Feng's weakened state, the three quickly stepped forward to take him in.

"You did very well," Rowan praised, his eyes filled with pride. "That attempt at fusing the energy of the laws was truly remarkable."

Luo Feng managed a weak smile, but then winced in pain. The excessive consumption of Law Energy had placed a considerable burden on his body, especially the attempt to fuse two different types of Law Energy, which was a tremendous test for both his mind and body.

“Let’s not talk about that now,” Thor said worriedly, looking at Luo Feng’s pale face. “He needs immediate treatment.”

Hong rarely spoke, but his voice was low and firm, "I'll go get the doctor."

Soon, the Virtual Universe Company's medical team arrived and placed Luo Feng and Molt in medical pods. Molt's condition was relatively mild, mainly due to excessive energy consumption and minor burns, and he would recover after simple treatment.

However, Luo Feng's situation was more complicated. Besides excessive energy consumption, there was also the unique damage caused to his body by the fusion of law energy. The head of the medical team, a senior physician named Eileen, carefully examined him, and her expression became serious.

“His situation is rather unique,” ​​Eileen explained to Rowan. “The damage caused by the fusion of Law energy isn’t just a simple external injury or energy depletion; it has affected various systems in his body at a deeper level. His meridian system and Law perception center, in particular, are severely damaged.”

"Does he need any special treatment?" Rowan asked, his tone filled with concern. Eileen considered for a moment. "Regular energy restoration potions and treatment chambers have limited effect on his injuries. I recommend using 'Elemental Harmonization Fluid' and 'Law Resonance Therapy,' both of which are very effective for damage caused by disordered law energy."

Rowan nodded. "Please do everything you can to help him."

“Of course,” Eileen smiled slightly, “he is a very talented young man, and his spirit of daring to attempt the fusion of laws is admirable. We will do our best.”

Subsequently, Luo Feng was placed in a special treatment chamber. This treatment chamber was different from ordinary ones; it was filled with a pale blue liquid, which was the "Elemental Harmonizing Fluid" that Eileen had mentioned—a special liquid that could help adjust the disordered energy of the body's laws.

Multiple "law resonators" are installed around the cabin. These devices can generate energy fluctuations at specific frequencies, resonating with the law energy within the body and helping it to restore its normal flow.

Luo Wen, Lei Shen, and Hong Shou stood beside the treatment pod, watching Luo Feng inside with concern. Although Luo Feng was unconscious, his vital signs were stable, which reassured the three of them somewhat.

“He was pushing himself too hard,” Thor sighed. “Even cosmic-level powerhouses wouldn’t dare attempt such a fusion of laws lightly.”

“That’s precisely what makes his talent and courage stand out,” Rowan said calmly, his eyes gleaming with admiration. “Seeking breakthroughs in dire circumstances—that’s the quality of a true strongman.”

Although Hong did not speak, his eyes revealed both his approval and concern for Luo Feng.

Dr. Eileen came to check on Luo Feng's condition from time to time and adjusted the treatment parameters. About three hours later, she smiled with satisfaction.

“The treatment is progressing smoothly,” Eileen told the three. “The energy of the laws within his body has begun to flow normally again, and the damaged meridian system is also repairing itself. At this rate, he should wake up in another five to six hours.”

“That’s great,” Thor breathed a sigh of relief and patted Hong on the shoulder. “Looks like we don’t need to worry anymore.”

Rowan nodded. "Dr. Eileen, thank you so much for your help."

“It’s my duty,” Eileen smiled, “and it’s an honor for me to treat such a talented young man.”

Over the next few hours, the three took turns staying by the treatment pod, closely monitoring Luo Feng's recovery. Thor would occasionally tell interesting stories, seemingly hoping the unconscious Luo Feng could hear them. Luo Wen, meanwhile, quietly pondered, occasionally jotting down his insights on the fusion of laws, intending to share them with Luo Feng when he awoke. Hong remained as silent as ever, but the concern in his eyes was evident.

Finally, six hours after the treatment began, Luo Feng's eyelids began to twitch slightly, indicating that he was about to wake up. Dr. Eileen immediately adjusted the parameters of the treatment chamber, began to slowly drain the elemental harmonizing fluid, and stopped the operation of the law resonator.

Once the fluid had been completely drained, the door of the treatment chamber slowly opened, and Luo Feng opened his eyes. Although he still looked somewhat tired, his mental state had clearly improved a lot.

"How long have I been asleep?" Luo Feng's voice was a little hoarse, but he had recovered most of his strength.

“Six hours,” Rowan replied, his tone relaxed. “Your recovery is faster than expected.”

Thor grinned. "This guy's always been incredibly resilient; I knew he'd be alright."

Luo Feng tried to sit up and found that his pain had lessened, though he was still somewhat weak. Dr. Eileen examined him and nodded in satisfaction.

"You've recovered well," Eileen commented. "However, the energy of the laws within you isn't fully stable yet. Don't use any law abilities for the next twenty-four hours; get plenty of rest."

Luo Feng nodded. "Thank you for your treatment, Dr. Eileen."

Eileen left with a smile, leaving the four of them with some private space.

"What about that Taiji Mystic Crystal?" Luo Feng suddenly asked, clearly remembering the special crystal he had created during the battle.

Rowan took out a small box from his pocket. Inside was the gold and red crystal, which had stabilized and was no longer emitting strong energy fluctuations.

“I’ve kept it,” Rowan explained. “It’s a very valuable research subject that can help us better understand the mechanism of law fusion.”

Luo Feng reached out and took the box, carefully examining the crystal inside. In the tense atmosphere of the battle, he hadn't had much time to ponder the crystal's significance. Now, calmer, he began to realize that this seemingly accidental creation might hold profound meaning.

"At the time, I was just acting on instinct, trying to fuse Molt's fire energy with my metal energy," Luo Feng recalled. "I didn't expect it to actually succeed. This means there's some kind of connection between different laws, allowing for fusion under specific conditions."

Luo Wen nodded, his expression solemn. "This is a major discovery. The laws are not completely isolated, but rather connected at a deeper level. Understanding and mastering this connection will open up a completely new path for cultivation."

Thor scratched his head, looking somewhat confused. "This sounds complicated. But if we can fuse different laws of energy, wouldn't that mean we can create entirely new abilities?"

“Theoretically possible,” Rowan explained, “but extremely difficult in practice. Luo Feng’s success this time was due, on the one hand, to his high level of understanding of the Law of Metal, and on the other hand, to the special environment and life-or-death pressure of the battle.”

Luo Feng played with the crystal, lost in thought. "At that moment, I seemed to enter a special state, able to intuitively 'see' the flow and interaction of the two energies. Metal energy possesses stable and constructive properties, while fire energy is vibrant and dynamic. When the two combine in a specific way, they produce a new energy form that is both stable and vibrant."

"This is the essence of Taiji Mystic Crystal," Luo Wen agreed. "Yin and Yang complement each other, mutually generating and restraining each other, yet coexisting harmoniously. This understanding has touched upon a higher level of the laws."

Luo Feng suddenly remembered something, "By the way, what were the results of your matches while I was unconscious?"

“Only your match is scheduled for today,” Thor explained. “The three of us will be playing tomorrow.”

"That's good," Luo Feng breathed a sigh of relief. "I thought I'd missed your match."

(End of this chapter)