Chapter: The Rise of the Grandmaster

Many months passed as Ravihiro and Haruno dedicated themselves to rigorous cultivation. Together, they had grown immensely, pushing the boundaries of their abilities. Ravihiro had reached level 60 in his soul cultivation, advancing far beyond what he once imagined. Haruno, meanwhile, had reached level 20, and, being a beast in origin, had already obtained two powerful soul rings without the need to kill other beasts, as was typical in soul cultivation.

Her first soul ring gave her the ability known as the "String of Poison." This allowed her to generate and manipulate strings imbued with deadly toxins. With these strings, she could trap, immobilize, or poison her enemies, weaving her deadly art with precision and speed.

Her second soul ring granted her the "Cry of Fear." This ability let her unleash a piercing, bone-chilling scream that would terrify and stun anyone in its range. The longer her enemies were exposed to the cry, the more paralyzed they would become, leaving them vulnerable to her deadly strings.

Despite her incredible progress, Haruno found herself growing frustrated. She admired her brother, but his cultivation speed and the sheer strength he exhibited at level 60 far outstripped her own. One day, as they trained side by side, she finally voiced her feelings.

"I hate that you’re always ahead of me!" Haruno snapped, her eyes flashing with determination. "It’s not fair, brother!"

Ravihiro smiled calmly. "Haruno, you’re stronger than you realize. But if you feel that way, then maybe it’s time for you to train alone for a while."

Haruno nodded, her jaw set. "I need to get stronger. I’ll go into seclusion and focus on my cultivation."

Ravihiro agreed, knowing that this period of isolation would help her grow. But before she went into seclusion, he set up a series of powerful formations to protect her while she trained.

Formation of Protection: A barrier that surrounds the cultivation area, preventing any outside forces from entering. It neutralizes incoming attacks, creating a safe zone where no harm can befall Haruno.

Formation of Poison: This formation spreads a poisonous mist around the area that only Ravihiro and Haruno are immune to. Any beast or intruder that tries to get close will be instantly afflicted with a powerful venom that weakens them over time.

Formation of Illusion: This formation creates powerful illusions around the area, making it seem like nothing is amiss. Any unwanted visitors would be led astray by false images and distorted landscapes, keeping Haruno hidden from prying eyes.

Formation of Truth: A unique formation that amplifies the energy within the zone, helping Haruno stay grounded in reality and focus deeply on her cultivation without being swayed by external distractions. It also increases the flow of spiritual energy, aiding her rapid growth.

Formation of Evil: This dark and foreboding formation targets anyone who enters the zone with malicious intent. It harnesses negative energy and reflects it back at the intruder, sending them into a nightmarish mental state, forcing them to confront their darkest fears.

With these formations in place, Ravihiro ensured that Haruno was well-protected as she entered her seclusion.

Over the next several months, Haruno focused solely on her cultivation, pushing herself to master her abilities and grow stronger. Ravihiro, meanwhile, continued his own path. He trained with unwavering dedication, cultivating his soul power and absorbing the spiritual energy of the world around him.

As time passed, Ravihiro’s growth accelerated. He climbed through the stages of cultivation, reaching the 7th level of cultivation in the world, achieving the title of Soul Master. His mastery over formations, martial arts, and soul power had earned him a formidable reputation, even though he remained isolated in the Beast Forest with Haruno.

But as months turned into years, Ravihiro’s cultivation reached heights he never imagined possible. Ten years had passed, and Ravihiro had finally reached level 99 in soul land cultivation, becoming a Grandmaster. His power was now unmatched, his presence commanding, and his connection to both the spiritual and soul realms complete.

The once frail and introverted boy who had stumbled into this world had now become one of the most powerful cultivators alive. Yet, even as a Grandmaster, Ravihiro never let go of his humanity, continuing to look after his sister and ensuring her growth alongside him.

Haruno, after her years of seclusion, was no longer the girl she had once been. She had grown in strength and wisdom, though her soul power still lagged behind her brother. However, with Ravihiro by her side, guiding her every step of the way, she knew that she, too, would soon break through her limits and stand beside him as an equal.

Together, they were ready to face whatever challenges this world had in store for them.

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