Systemless Villain

Chapter 266 Awakening Desires: Dual Cultivation!

In the enigmatic chamber within the portal, Long Tian and Alexia found themselves standing on the fifth step, which was the pinnacle of the massive staircase.

Before their dual cultivation, there was still one final reward they would claim. The enigmatic nature of this gift, undisclosed by the mysterious woman, filled them with eager anticipation and wonder.

Having already attained immunity to black magic, curses, and incantations at the fourth step, they anticipated that the fifth would hold even greater gift.

At this moment, Long Tian was shrouded in a dense, dark aura that seemed to swallow the surrounding light, contrasting starkly with Alexia's radiant red aura that exuded intense heat.

Observing their auras, the mysterious woman urgently instructed, "This is a pivotal moment. Close your eyes and immerse yourselves in the surging power within."

Following her guidance, Long Tian and Alexia closed their eyes, ready to embrace the unknown energies coursing through them.

Long Tian found himself surrounded by impenetrable darkness, which soon gave way to a sprawling landscape. Hundreds of thousands of creatures of varying forms, with glowing red eyes and bodies radiating dark energy, emerged from the shadows, resembling billowing smoke.

Their appearance left no doubt—they were dark souls.

Abruptly, the myriad of dark souls transformed the scene into an abyss of total darkness, devoid of any light.

Shortly after, planets and celestial bodies materialized one after another in astonishing numbers—thousands, even millions of cosmic entities scattered throughout the vast void.

In the blink of an eye, a vortex materialized at the heart of the empty expanse, rapidly expanding and drawing everything into its gravitational pull. The vortex grew exponentially, culminating in the formation of a daunting black hole.

A chilling wind sensation began to tug at Long Tian's spectral form. Though intangible, the wind possessed an irresistible force, seemingly attempting to unravel the very essence of his being.

A pungent odor of metal and acid assailed his senses, reminiscent of oxidized metal and hazardous chemicals. The surrounding air thickened, transforming into dark bubbles that enveloped everything in their path.

A deafening rumble reverberated in his ears, illustrating the vortex's immense power. The roar resembled the universe's cry, a protest against the black hole's existence.

Long Tian felt the encroaching darkness as if it sought to consume his soul and essence. He experienced both scorching heat and biting cold simultaneously—a perplexing and torturous sensation. The heat emanated from the concentrated energy, while the cold stemmed from the void created by the black hole.

Throughout this ordeal, within his spiritual sea, stars in the cosmic expanse expanded, and nebulae spread exponentially.

Even the lower parts of his spiritual sea felt the impact; the black pillars supporting the celestial canopy grew larger, emitting an even darker and denser energy than before.

The two black dragons guarding this spiritual sea underwent a transformation. Their bodies doubled in size, their fangs and claws grew sharper, and a blazing black flame encircled their necks, burning fiercely.

"ROAAAAARRRRR!"

The thunderous roar of the twin dragons sent tremors throughout the spiritual sea, and black flames erupted from their forms, seemingly bestowing benefits rather than wreaking havoc upon Long Tian's spiritual domain.

Back in the realm of reality, Long Tian's eyes flickered open, and an intense surge of dark aura erupted from his core.

Fully conscious, he looked down to see both of his hands radiating a dark, ominous energy, prompting a wide grin to spread across his face.

As the transformation unfolded, he felt a deeper understanding of his dark powers, sensing that they were somehow amplified by an enigmatic force.

"Congratulations! The fifth step has evolved one of your powers. What could it be?" the mysterious woman inquired, her curiosity evident as she observed Long Tian's awakening.

"I'm eager to explore this newfound strength. Let's test one of them," he responded confidently. Then, with a sly smirk, he commanded, "Arise."

In an instant, a dark soul named Hou Dian materialized and knelt obediently before him.

Placing a gentle touch on Hou Dian's head, Long Tian wrapped the dark soul in an ever-expanding shroud of darkness, rendering his figure indiscernible.

Minutes seemed to stretch on as the darkness enveloping Hou Dian grew, eventually spanning an impressive size of over 5 meters.

As the dense veil of darkness began to lift, the towering figure of Hou Dian was revealed. Standing at a majestic height of 5 meters, his muscular form was accentuated by glowing red eyes. His body was now enveloped in fierce black flames, punctuated by bolts of crackling lightning.

In this moment, he had transitioned into his awakened martial spirit form, known as Ashura the Warbringer!

Long Tian couldn't contain his satisfaction; with his dark power now evolved, the potential seemed limitless. While he hadn't fully explored its capabilities, a clear picture was beginning to form in his mind.

Mirroring his recent transformation, all his dark soul troops could now tap into their martial spirits, potentially reaching their own awakenings. This enhancement marked a monumental leap in his army's might.

"So, the ability to resurrect the dead has evolved? That's a unique gift. I have this faint memory of someone wielding a similar power in the past," the woman mused.

"Who could that be?" Long Tian queried, his curiosity piqued.

"I can't say for sure; it's just a fleeting memory, and I know nothing of the person's identity. But it's inconsequential, isn't it? What matters is that you've grown stronger. Congratulations," she replied warmly.

Long Tian simply nodded, taking in her words. He had gleaned invaluable insights from her and saw no reason to impose further.

His eyes darted to the side, catching Alexia's slow return to awareness. As he moved closer, concern in his eyes, he inquired, "Can you feel anything, Mrs. Alexia?"

Alexia's response came with a hint of disbelief, "Well, this is unexpected." She lifted a single finger, and in an instant, a vibrant red flame burst forth. The heat emanating from it was so intense that it felt as if the very air around them was liquefying.

Taken aback by the sudden display, Long Tian instinctively stepped back. His face was a mixture of awe and curiosity as he queried, "What kind of flame is that?"

A playful smile graced Alexia's lips. She pivoted gracefully towards the chamber's emptiness. With a fluid motion of her hand, the red flame swirled and morphed into a colossal fire tornado. Its powerful rotation filled the chamber, sweeping across its expanse with an almost hypnotic allure.

Both Long Tian and the observing woman stood mesmerized. The towering fire tornado's size was so immense it nearly touched the chamber's lofty ceiling.

"I'm not sure why I possess this ability. It's an ancestral power, the Hell Flame from my lineage. Yet, it seems to have evolved here, on this fifth step," Alexia explained, her smile revealing a mix of pride and wonder.

Empowered by her newfound ability and her rapidly advancing cultivation, the idea of reuniting with her family in the Roman Empire began to tantalize her thoughts.

Yet, as quickly as the thought surfaced, she dismissed it with a gentle shake of her head. Her heart was already spoken for, anchored by the love of her husband and the joy of her beautiful daughter here; they were her true home.

In that moment, a warm sensation spread across her back as strong, muscular arms encircled her waist, pulling her in close.

Of course, it had to be this young man.

A blush crept onto her cheeks as she realized Long Tian was embracing her from behind.

"What are you doing, Long Tian?" she asked, her voice betraying a hint of curiosity.

With a mischievous grin, Long Tian leaned closer to her ear, his breath sending shivers down her spine as he whispered, "Have you forgotten our purpose for climbing this staircase, Mrs. Alexia? Look around you."

His voice was like velvet, smooth and enticing, stirring something deep within her.

As she glanced around, she noticed they were now in an empty space with a strangely soft floor beneath their feet. Surrounding them was a large scroll adorned with ancient inscriptions, adding to the mystique of the moment.

Blushing at the realization of what might come next, she murmured, "I don't know what to do."

"Dual cultivation, it's clear from its definition," Long Tian responded, his voice low and husky.

Alexia remained silent, her mind racing with anticipation and uncertainty.

Suddenly, Long Tian positioned himself before her, his hands confidently gripping her hips, drawing her closer still.

Their heights, his towering 191cm to her 178cm, created an enticing closeness, their breaths mingling, lips tantalizingly close.

Their eyes locked, a magnetic pull drawing them together. Under ordinary circumstances, such closeness might bring awkwardness, but here, in this enchanted chamber adorned with ancient inscriptions, an electric charge filled the air, amplifying their desires.

Without warning, Long Tian's lips met hers in a fervent, unexpected kiss.

Alexia's eyes widened in surprise, but any protest she had intended to make was lost in the heat of the moment.

Lost in the whirlwind of sensations, her eyes drifted shut, surrendering to the heady kiss with Long Tian.

Her hands found their way to his neck, fingers entwining in his hair, pulling him closer as the kiss deepened.

The ancient inscriptions seemed to awaken, radiating an unseen energy that wrapped them in a cocoon of desire. Above, a yin and yang symbol emerged from the swirling energies, symbolizing the perfect harmony between them as they succumbed to their fiery passion.

Their passion ignited like wildfire as Long Tian gently maneuvered Alexia onto the plush cushioned floor, their mouths fused in a fervent kiss.

Long Tian expertly peeled away Alexia's undergarments, revealing her to him in all her glory. Beneath him lay a vision of pure sensuality, her body a tantalizing blend of curves and softness that left him utterly spellbound.

Swallowing hard, he found himself captivated by her beauty. Her physique bore a resemblance to Liu Qian's but was undeniably hotter, her curves more voluptuous, her allure impossible to resist. Even without the intoxicating effects of dual cultivation, he knew he would have been powerless to resist the temptation she presented.

With the tantalizing allure of the moment, his lower assets had stiffened, hard as sturdy iron.

"You should remove yours too," Alexia said, her cheeks reddening.

"Of course," Long Tian replied, a smirk playing on his lips.

He began to undress, each article of clothing falling away to reveal his toned physique. Alexia lay there, her eyes tracing his every move, her cheeks flushed with anticipation. Today would be the first time she'd see a man's naked form other than her husband's.

Her eyes clouded with guilt as thoughts of her husband crept in. Yet, an inexplicable force urged her to continue, driving her deeper into the moment.

Her eyes widened, her blush deepening, as she caught sight of his impressive size, its shadow casting over her face. She had anticipated Long Tian's size given his youth and health, but the reality still took her by surprise.

Long Tian, now fully exposed, positioned himself above her, his gaze tender as he asked, "Are you ready, Mrs. Alexia?"

"Don't ask, just proceed if you're ready," Alexia replied, her voice tinged with anticipation and desire.

With a seductive smile, Long Tian wasted no time. He parted Alexia's legs and plunged deep inside her.

The force of his thrusts drew passionate moans from Alexia, her eyes squeezed shut in ecstasy, unable to hold Long Tian's intense gaze.

As they moved in unison, the ancient inscriptions on the scrolls seemed to come alive, peeling off and swirling around them, drawn to their shared energy.

Undeterred by the mystical display, Long Tian's hands roamed over Alexia's heated skin, intensifying their connection. Every touch, every movement sent waves of pleasure coursing through them.

A tumultuous mix of emotions swirled within Long Tian - guilt, the forbidden allure of family ties, and Alexia's status as his girlfriend's mother. Yet, it added an intense flavor to the pleasure, making it one of the most exhilarating experiences he'd ever had.

With each thrust, Alexia struggled to stifle her moans, her breaths coming in heavy gasps. The energies of Yin and Yang above them grew stronger, acting as a bridge, channeling the arcane powers from the inscriptions to invigorate both Long Tian and Alexia, amplifying their sensations and deepening their cultivation.

Outside the chamber, surrounded by the towering scrolls, the enigmatic woman watched from above. A satisfied smile graced her lips. "At last, my mission is accomplished. Finally, our legacy has been passed on."