Diligence System: From Servant to Martial King-Chapter 431 - 294: Steady Progress, Oyster Oil Bath, Cauldron of Treasures, A Lady Seeks the Door!
However, the consumption of "Essence Treasure Meat" requires methods like Qi Circulation, Blood Solidification and Aperture Closure... to intercept. The higher the realm, the closer the physique becomes to the heavens and earth, thus intercepting more Essence of Heaven and Earth.
Nangong Liuli asked with concern: "No wrong, are you feeling uncomfortable?" Seeing Li Xian thoughtful, she was worried and hadn’t yet stabilized the essence within her body, but immediately came over.
Li Xian saw Nangong Liuli’s genuine worry and suddenly thought: "In the current world, apart from my younger brother, perhaps... perhaps only Sister Liuli genuinely cares about my injuries?" His expression softened, and he said: "I’m fine."
Nangong Liuli reached out to touch her forehead and scolded: "You are really, have you gone into a possessed state? Or that demon spear, should you slow down in your practice? If you’re hurt, I’ll... I’ll be heartbroken." She saw Li Xian’s Broken Demon Spear advancing smoothly, progressing rapidly, feeling both happy and concerned.
Li Xian laughed and said: "I... just ate too much Heavenly Essence and Earthly Splendor." Nangong Liuli scolded: "How improper! Really deserves a beating." Seeing Li Xian’s expression, she assumed he was truly okay.
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... 𝐟𝚛𝕖𝚎𝕨𝗲𝐛𝚗𝐨𝐯𝐞𝕝.𝐜𝗼𝗺
[Bone Shaping and Embryo]
[Skill Level: 3/100]
Li Xian’s Martial Arts prowess progressed rapidly, upon consuming "Essence Treasure Meat" in an instant. The long-dried body, nourished by the sweet rain, instantly digested thirty strands of Essence of Heaven and Earth.
The Martial Arts Realm advanced one step.
This transformation gradually delved into the physique, involving the entire bone structure. Li Xian digested the Essence of Heaven and Earth, starting with the skull transformation, slightly flashing a faint halo. Hidden within the flesh, outsiders could hardly see it.
[You digest the Essence of Heaven and Earth, Skill Level +1]
Thus steadily progressing.
The digestion of Essence of Heaven and Earth needs to be paired with diligent Martial Arts training. After consuming the essence treasure, Li Xian and Nangong Liuli frequently engaged in practice duels.
Nangong Liuli had already entered the Martial Arts Second Realm, the Martial Arts First Realm ’Food Essence’ has nine transformations, the Martial Arts Second Realm ’Taixu’ also had "Six Progressions", each step forward strengthens the realm further.
Though the realm doesn’t directly enhance combat ability.
But the Taixu Realm is a transformation of the bone structure which must be accompanied by an increase in "Qi Power" and an enhancement in durability. The transformed bone structure acts as a sturdy barrier, protecting the whole body.
And one’s inner qi grows from the internal world’s nurturing. Each step higher in the Martial Arts Realm brings the physique closer to nature, naturally enhancing the inner qi more powerfully.
Also... those strong in realm have a higher degree of martial arts evolution.
Nangong Liuli’s martial arts skills were quite powerful, being from an influential family with numerous techniques. At first sight... her prowess had already reached the "Four Progression" level of accomplishment. In typical martial arts competition, her deep foundations surely gave her an advantage.
But when it comes to adaptability, she was far from being a match for Li Xian. Even though superior in martial arts and realm, truly confronting an enemy would find it hard to gain an advantage.
Now it’s different.
Li Xian though newly entered "Bone Shaping and Embryo", also known as the "Taixu" Realm, displayed fierce spear techniques paired with Pure Gang Qi Clothing, merely these two components fully suppressed Nangong Liuli.
Nangong Liuli often found herself disadvantaged, feeling slightly resentful when losing. Her "Gathering Turbid Silk Claus" also had miraculous effects but disrupted when struck by "Pure Gang Qi Clothing".
Ethereal Immortal Sound, family martial arts... were all her advantages. But truly confronting an enemy, Li Xian, with rich combat experience, sharp eyes, and keen observation, aimed all moves precisely at vulnerabilities. Not giving any opportunity, no matter how mighty the martial arts technique... without space to utilize, it would all be in vain.
She fought several times and faced defeat each time. The first few times she threatened: "If I display my family’s martial arts, I would surely defeat you." But after several more fights, still unable to display them. She no longer dared to boast, defeated quite miserably, feeling as if holding immense force, yet handcuffed, only able to bang her head against the wall.
Understanding her weaknesses, she sought to compensate while astonishing at Li Xian’s skill. Martial Arts confrontations aren’t about competing with family backgrounds. Some prodigious individuals can surpass opponents with common, unadorned moves.
Realm differences sometimes dominate all but other times are as light as feathers. It’s all about how they’re wielded.
[Minor Five Elements Mysterious Escape]
[Skill Level: 39/100]
With Yan Hao’s teachings, Five Elements Mysterious Escape’s proficiency sharply increased. Over time, Yan Hao deeply appreciated Li Xian, sharing everything without reservation.
Recently seeking out Yan Hao for advice. Yan Hao seemingly absent-mindedly disclosed some information to Li Xian. Flower Cage Sect lately seems to be planning a major action. Not only involving the Water Altar but also a certain "Earth Altar".
Specifically what, Li Xian couldn’t discern but upon speculation, could it be they’re eyeing that female hero, plotting for capture? Flower Cage Sect never manages righteous deeds.
No matter if floods are raging.
Li Xian calmly pursued training, sharpening his martial arts. Every inch of progress brought joy and fulfillment.
After receiving the "Shell", Li Xian prioritized medicinal baths. Each day, concluding martial arts practice and spear training, he would brew medicinal decoctions and soak his body. To maximize efficacy, he shared them with Nangong Liuli.
The small courtyard was brimming with spring vitality.
Li Xian had formidable qi power, the Martial Arts Second Realm transformed bone structure, strengthening him further. His pure physical power was already robust, naturally becoming even more so.
Seven days passed in the blink of an eye.
[Broken Demon Spear]
[Skill Level: 8169/15000 Great Success]
[Description: You comprehend the demon map, advancing spear techniques, launching spears like apparitions, seeking targets in an instant.]
Li Xian grasped the essence of Broken Demon Spear. Once more realizing "Red Demon Soul Scare" and "Ghost Dance Shadow" moves. These two moves realized from the "Demon Image" on the Residual Demon Map directly highlight the essence of Broken Demon Spear, even the essence of Demon Picture.
If Chu Liu witnessed these moves, when considering whom to pass the "Candle Order", would certainly reconsider. Li Xian, focused and undistracted, showcased all spear techniques.
He glanced towards the inner courtyard.
Nangong Liuli was already asleep. Li Xian suddenly thought: "These recent days spent closely with Sister Liuli, she unintentionally shares many family secrets with me. Even teaching me the usage of Pure Gang Qi Clothing. Passing on techniques like ’Shocking Clothing’ and ’Entwining Clothing’ to me."
"I am skilled in wielding Pure Gang Qi Clothing, but... the hidden danger garment lies deeply concealed. I wonder... wearing the hidden danger garment, executing Broken Demon Spear, what kind of spectacle would unfold?"
He was eager to try, immediately initiating the spear moves once again. The spear moves were extremely slow, composed, without the slightest demonic aspect. However, as the spear body roamed through simple stabs, thrusts, bursts, and chops of spear moves.
An indescribable sensation gradually emerged. Li Xian’s brow radiated a blood-like red light, moonlight shone dimly upon him, his face flawless and pale, casually wielding the spear, increasingly revealing formidable ferocity.
At this point, the hidden danger garment was far from fully worn.
The eerie ghostly sounds echoed by his ears, the surrounding winds eddying madly, lantern lights flickering, each flash like ghostly shadows sweeping by, neighbor’s children crying incessantly.
This force was far beyond expectations.
Li Xian quickly ceased, and the children’s cries gradually faded. Neighbors strapped with fright, feeling as if witnessing ghosts, stayed lit through the night, refusing to sleep.
"Hidden danger garment... strange, strange, entirely undocumented. I have subtly questioned Sister Liuli, she knows nothing of it. Not even sure... if Madam might know of the garment’s details with her scholarly knowledge."
"Even if unknown, the garment’s power is truly terrifying."
Li Xian put away the spear and paused practice, resting peacefully.
The next day.
The sky was clear.
Li Xian suddenly got up, brows tightly furrowed. He noticed someone pacing outside his house. If it was a thief, he wouldn’t fear.
But observed the figure, it was a woman.
