Lily's heart pounded in her chest as she made the decision to undergo the transformation. She knew the path ahead would be challenging, filled with pain and obstacles she had never encountered before.
But she was determined to do whatever it took to become a King Realm Cultivator. The thought of harnessing the immense power of a King Realm cultivator was exhilarating, and she couldn't wait to see what lay ahead.
Orion and Stella looked at Lily with pride and admiration, knowing that this was not an easy decision to make. But they had faith in Lily's abilities and knew that she was more than capable of overcoming any challenge that came her way.
Stella then said, "Let's start now." Stella began to summon fire, her hands glowing bright red as flames erupted around her.
Orion and Lily watched in awe as Stella commanded the flames with ease. Her movements were fluid and graceful, her expression focused and determined.
Lily couldn't help but feel a surge of excitement and anticipation as she watched Stella's display of power. She knew that this was just the beginning, and there was so much more to come.
Stella then turned to Lily, her eyes bright with intensity. "This fire will temper your body until it is as strong as a King Realm Cultivator," she said, her voice steady.
Lily nodded, steeling herself for what was to come. She closed her eyes and took a deep breath, centering herself and preparing for the intense heat that would soon engulf her.
Stella approached Lily, holding out her hands, which were now wreathed in flames. "Are you ready?" she asked, her voice low and serious.
Lily nodded again, her heart pounding with anticipation. She felt a surge of courage and determination wash over her as she prepared herself for the transformation.
Stella placed her hands on Lily's chest, and the flames immediately spread over her body. Lily felt the intense heat seeping into her skin, but she refused to let it defeat her.
She gritted her teeth, clenched her fists, and focused on the goal ahead. She knew that the pain was temporary and the rewards were worth it.
As the flames intensified, Orion stood by Lily's side, watching her body being tempered by the fire. He knew that this was a critical moment and that he had to be there to support his sister.
He could feel the heat emanating from Lily's body, and he knew that it was excruciatingly painful. But he could also see the determination etched on her face and knew that she wouldn't give up easily.
"Hang in there, Lily. I know you can go through this," Orion said, trying to encourage his sister.
Stella suddenly cut him off. "It's okay. She will be successful," she said, her voice confident.
Orion looked at Stella, a hint of doubt in his eyes. "I know how painful it can be. I have gone through this. I don't know if she can hang in there," he said, his voice filled with concern.
Stella placed a reassuring hand on Orion's shoulder. "Trust me, Orion. Lily is strong, and she will make it through this. We are here to support her every step of the way," she said, her voice steady.
Orion nodded, taking comfort in Stella's words. He knew that she was right and that Lily had the strength and determination to overcome any obstacle.
Stella then added, "We have trained her for three years and prepared her so that her pain is not as intense as yours."
Orion was surprised to hear this and couldn't help but ask, "If that's the case, then why did you start mine so quickly?" He still remembered the pain he had experienced during his own body tempering.
Stella looked at him, her expression serious. "I forgot," she said simply, her tone apologetic.
Orion sighed, feeling a mix of relief and frustration. He was relieved that Lily wouldn't have to endure the same level of pain that he had but frustrated that his own pain may have been avoidable.
Lily gritted her teeth as the flames continued to burn her body, but she didn't cry out. She knew that the pain was part of the process and that she had to endure it if she wanted to become stronger.
As the fire licked at her skin, she felt her body begin to change. The impurities in her body and soul were being burned away, leaving behind only the purest essence of who she was.
She felt her muscles begin to grow stronger, her bones more resilient. Her mind felt sharper, more focused. It was as if the fire was not just burning away the impurities but also forging her into something greater.
At first, the pain was unbearable. It felt like her body was being burned over and over again, her bones destroyed and then restored until they were burned again. But as the minutes turned to hours, she began to adapt to the pain. It became a part of her, something she could endure and even thrive under.
As she continued to endure the flames, Lily's mind began to wander. She thought about the past three years of training and preparation, the grueling physical and mental exercises that had led up to this moment.
She thought about the times she had wanted to give up when the pain and exhaustion had seemed too much to bear. But she had pushed through, knowing that this was her chance to become something more than she was.
Now, as she felt the fire burning away everything impure inside her, she knew that she was becoming something more. She was becoming a warrior, a force to be reckoned with.
Lily closed her eyes and focused on her breath, finding a rhythm that helped her endure the pain. She visualized the impurities leaving her body, replaced by glowing energy that fueled her transformation.
She thought about the person she had been before the training, someone timid and uncertain. But now, she was becoming someone else entirely. She was becoming fearless, powerful, and confident.
The flames burned hotter, and Lily's body trembled with the intensity of the pain. But she didn't falter. She knew that this was her chance to prove herself, to show that she was worthy of the training that Stella and Orion had given her.
As the fire burned away the last of the impurities, Lily felt a rush of energy course through her body. She opened her eyes, and everything seemed to come into sharper focus. She could see the details of the room around her, hear the faintest sounds, and feel the warmth of the fire on her skin.
She stood up, feeling the power of her new body coursing through her veins. She looked at Stella and Orion, who were both watching her with pride and admiration.
Lily smiled, feeling a sense of accomplishment that she had never felt before. She knew that there was still much to learn, but for the first time in her life, she felt truly powerful.
Stella walked over to her, placing a hand on her shoulder. "You've done it, Lily. You are now a true warrior."
Lily looked at her, feeling a sense of gratitude that she couldn't put into words. She had come a long way from the timid girl she used to be, and she knew that this was only the beginning of her journey.
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