Ancient Strengthening Techniques
Chapter 117 - Xiantian State
Even before Qing Shui studied all the information in his sea of consciousness, he was violently awakened by Qing Bei. ’’ Shui gege, very boring, say something. ’’
Qing Shui looked at the pouting Qing Bei, ” What do you want me to say? Why don't you talk, and I listen! ’
” Impossible, I want to hear you speak. ” Qing Bei started her antics randomly which caused Qing Shui to be helpless.
’Okay, what do I want to talk about? I don't know what to say, why don't you say what you want me to hear? ” Qing Shui felt like teasing her, after seeing Qing Bei's charming face.
’’ Shui gege, many people spread rumors about you and the great missy of the Shi Clan, that/that you two have a very close relationship. Is this true? ” Qing Bei winked innocent-looking eyes as she asked.
’’Connect very close?’ ‘Qing Shui laughs awkwardly. Qing Shui knew that/that before the incident with Gongyang Xuantong, people called them unfaithful partners. After all, to those people, wine that could not be eaten alone, was sour. [1]
Not only that, after all, this was a rumor, but even if it was a rumor, it caused jealousy in many people, and even hatred. However, after the incident involving Gongyang Xuantong, no one dared to talk about this in public.
” If you believe so then it is true, if you do not believe it, then it never happens! ” Qing Shui extended his hand as he gently rubbed Qing Bei's head.
’’ Shui gege, You are not allowed to rub my head in the future. I'm an adult. ” Qing Bei object.
Time passed leisurely like this …
After exiting the Wild Boar Mountains, the sky was already dark. The moon today is about 70% full, and the beautiful moonlight that flows down to the ground has a soft beauty and softness, like a muslin cloth.
’’ It's night, let's camp here and rest. We should let the metallic bull rest as well. ” Qing Yi spoke to the two drivers as well as the others.
” I'm going to go hunt some wild animals, I'm tired of just eating dry rations! ” Qing Shui exclaimed as he prepared the tent.
” Alright, be careful, and don't go too far! ” Qing Yi reminded.
’’True, I know, no problem!’
Qing Shui discovered that/it was in the distance, there was a forest area. Beside him, there was another desolate looking mountain valley. On the road there, they are no longer towering peaks and giant mountains – instead, there are an endless number of hills, which are connected together continuously.
Even though it was night time, there were still plenty of beasts roaming around! After he broke through to the 4th layer of heaven, he could feel an infinite amount of power circulating throughout his body. Every time he took a step, he could control his momentum, landing 1m to 10m. The energy from the Ancient Strengthening Technique infused his entire body, and most importantly the martial state! This was the benefit of strength, as long as a cultivator grew in power, their confidence would also increase, softening the state of their heart!
This valley, so small in size, after breaking through the 4th layer of heaven, Qing Shui could see at night as clearly as day. The entire valley was shrouded in silence, with only small rodent chatter to be heard.
Perhaps because the valley was small, the creatures that came out at night, were all small in size.
After breaking through, in addition to his doubling speed, his strength, the toughness of his body, his senses, his ability to withstand pressure, recovery rate as well as vitality, had increased by as much as 10 times!
The 4th Heavenly Layer, the energy of the Ancient Strengthening Technique, would circulate forever, and would never dry unless the consumption rate was extremely high. For example, compared to when he concocted the Golden Soul Ointment, right now, he could maintain the necessary primordial fire, throughout the process.
Right now, Qing Shui was holding two stones in his hand. Ever since the incident with the Golden Pig, Qing Shui purposely made sure that/that he had a ready supply of ‘willow-shaped’ stones, he said, where both sides of the stone are jagged with sharp edges. Even if these stones were unable to break through the defenses of the Golden Pig, Qing Shui could still point the stones at his eyes.
As he slowly stepped forward, he watched with equal astonishment to his surroundings.
Suddenly, with a flick of her wrist!
’’ Xiu! Ci! Pu's! ’’
Simultaneously, three voices sounded simultaneously. From here, one could see how fast his speed was. Calmly and unhurriedly, Qing Shui slowly walked his way for about 100m, before stopping at a hole in the trunk of a giant tree.
Behind the tree was the carcass of a one-horned goat, and inside its head was a hole similar in size to the hole in the tree, spitting out fresh blood.
Embedding the carcass on his back, Qing Shui estimated that/it should weigh about 40 jin. This should be enough for dinner.
When he returned, the tent was already set up. Setting up a fire will keep them warm at night, but there is no need for it during the summer evenings. In addition to being able to warn off ferocious beasts, fire could also be used as a cooking method.
Usually for those who travel a lot, they are usually proficient in the art of cooking, and can even be considered experts. After all, other than dry rations, they had to eat anything they could hunt in the wild.
Some of them gathered around the campfire as they ate grilled meat. Although the taste could not be compared to black fish and turtles, but given the situation, it was already considered quite good!
After entering their tent, Qing Shui quickly entered his Realm Violet Jade Immortal. After all, cultivation was still the most important. In this cultivation-oriented world, one's personal strength was still the most important thing.
” The 4th Heavenly Layer State is roughly equivalent to a Xiantian level. Not only that, but my current state should even exceed the first three Xiantian levels. ” Qing Shui secretly did a comparison.
Primordial Fire!
Qing Shui stretched out his right hand out, instantly, a streak of grayish embers of fire appeared in his palm. Color grey, somewhat lustrous and translucent. He never thought that his/her gray color would be so beautiful to look at before. The intensity of heat it releases is capable of even burning the atmosphere. Were it not for Qing Shui's body strength, his palm would have been burnt to a crisp as well.
’In the future, this could be a new attack technique. It's a pity that/it's size is just½inci. But still, that's enough! ” Qing Shui mused.
Although his primordial fire power was not almighty, the power he possessed right now was already terrifying!
Qing Shui slowly controlled the ancient flames. The intensity of the fire is getting smaller and smaller, while the size of the coals is also shrinking. This does not mean that/it primordial fire is becoming weaker. On the contrary, the power within was even stronger than before! Compacting the essence of the flame, the temperature within the interior core of the flame was even more frightening than before.
The most obvious indicator of a Xiantian, was the Xiantian Qi they could manifest.
Activating the Ancient Strengthening Technique, the energy of the Ancient Strengthening Technique flowed through its enlarged energy channels and meridians, frenziedly circulating one flowed Qi cycle, two cycles … all the way to the 49th cycle.
As Qing Shui crazily attacked, his fists gushed an inch thick, ground-yellow Qi coated on the surface of his fists. Slowly extending his other hand, Qing Shui began to touch the surface of Qi.
Qing Shui was very sure that his/her Xiantian Qi should be white. Moreover, Xiantian Qi had an incredible killing power hidden within it. Even for those who had just stepped into the Xiantian Realm, they would be able to produce half an X long X of Xiantian Qi. But, why was the Qi he emitted, only an inch long? Not only that, but it was golden yellow in color, and had no killing power in it. On the contrary, the greenish-yellow Qi gave off an extremely heavy and dense feeling.
During the battle of Xiantian cultivators, Xiantian Qi was something that would definitely be used. If a Xiantian Cultivator was of the same level, the victor would usually be the one whose defense was strongest. In this case, defensive armors, and accessories were extremely valuable, similar to precious treasures.
Qing Shui meanwhile, was getting proficient in the Free Soul Steps, Iaido Technique, and Fallen Sword. He has a feeling that/it mastering these techniques will be able to give him a strength capable of making him arrogant.
Speed is also power, the increase in speed is doubled allowing it to synergize better. When he combined his newly achieved strength and speed while executing the Solitary Rapid Boxing, it achieved a result of more than the total number of parts of it.
’’ Haha, I am finally at the Xiantian level! ’’ Qing Shui smiled, as he noticed the changes in his body. The strengthening of his fleshy body, his senses, his healing rate, his ability to withstand pressure, as well as his vitality.
Vitality was on par with his life force, Qing Shui could feel that/it his lifespan had been extended many times compared to before.
’’ Hmm, I have gained about 500 years life force. ’
He had finally achieved the dream of many people: to reach Xiantian. Not only that, but he is still very young. The promise he made to Qing Yi to step on the Yan Clan in 5 years, was closer to the result with another move now.
’’I have plenty of time. Once I reach the peak of the 4th layer of heaven, my strength will rise with another class. Oh I forgot, I still haven't checked all the information obtained when I broke through before. ” Qing Shui is feeling very excited now. Xiantian, he had actually reached Xiantian!
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The way of life begins with the strengthening of the body, emphasizing on the nursing of the soul, finally combining the material form and the internal spirit, providing support to each other. Protecting the spirit will protect the body, and when the body is protected, so will the spirit.
To cultivate the spirit: managing stress, enjoying hobbies, and upholding moral character, etc.
To nourish Qi: through exercises, and breathing techniques.
To nourish the body: forging and perfecting the flesh, through medical means and martial techniques.
” Huh, Nine Animal Mimicry Techniques? ” Qing Shui was filled with confusion, as he continued to search through the rest of the information.
” I think it's known as the Five Animal Mimicry Techniques used for exercise? Why did it become the Nine Animal Mimicry Technique ?! ‘’