Martial Arts Overlord-Chapter 477 - 475: Rapid Progress

"Father-in-law, this is the method for taking the Qingling Pill."

Luo Feng brushed his fingers over his storage ring and presented a letter to Yang Dingtian. This letter was given to him by Elder Zhuang when he left the Medicine Ding Store.

Yang Dingtian took the letter, carefully read the contents, and nodded, his eyes flashing. "So, the Qingling Pill isn’t meant to be swallowed directly."

After speaking, Yang Dingtian immediately closed his eyes. A hazy cyan Yuan Qi glow emanated from his hand, enveloping the Qingling Pill.

HUM!

The moment the Yuan Qi enveloped the pill, it seemed to pulsate like a human heart. Then, thousands of azure rays radiated outwards, integrating into Yang Dingtian’s Yuan Qi bit by bit.

After a while, Yang Dingtian’s body was suffused with azure light, and his aura became unprecedentedly strong, filled with vitality.

Luo Feng stood by, nodding slightly. He had already seen the instructions for taking the Qingling Pill; it must be refined into the body with Yuan Qi, and then the toxins must be gradually cleared.

As the medicinal power seeped into Yang Dingtian’s body, the Qingling Pill began to shrink layer by layer, and soon it was completely refined.

At this moment, azure light seemed to pour from Yang Dingtian’s every pore, making him look holy and solemn. The feebleness from before was no longer evident.

"Truly worthy of a fifth-grade detoxification Spirit Pill! Its effects are indeed marvelous!"

Yang Dingtian opened his eyes and sensed the changes in his body, exclaiming in admiration. Looking up at Luo Feng, he said, "Luo Feng, I need to enter seclusion to purge the toxins from my body. During this period, I cannot be disturbed by anyone. Will you act as my protector?"

"Me?"

Luo Feng was taken aback, frowning slightly. "You could ask Yang Wanyi to be your protector. I need to hurry back to the academy to participate in the Golden Palace assessment."

Yang Dingtian shook his head slightly. "Don’t worry about the Golden Palace assessment. I will recover soon, and I will personally escort you there. We’ve come this far, and I don’t want Waner to worry. I hope you understand."

Luo Feng nodded. "Alright, Father-in-law. Then I will stand guard for you outside."

Yang Dingtian nodded.

Luo Feng withdrew from the room, closed the door behind him, and looked up.

A sliver of moon in the sky dyed the thin veil of fog silver; it was already late at night.

I didn’t realize it was so late. Luo Feng withdrew his gaze, looked back at Yang Dingtian’s room, and exhaled. Hopefully, the detoxification will be successful.

There’s no use dwelling on it here. Tonight, I must make the most of my time to cultivate.

Luo Feng shook his head, walked into the courtyard, and sat down cross-legged.

The Golden Palace assessment was imminent, and every moment was now precious.

Moreover, the daytime battle with Xue Fei had made Luo Feng realize that the young experts in the Flowing Cloud Region were not limited to the students of the Four Academies. The Golden Palace assessment would draw young talents from all over the Flowing Cloud Region. It would undoubtedly be a gathering of exceptional individuals, and standing out among them would be no easy feat.

With a long sigh, Luo Feng calmed his mind, brushed his finger over his storage ring, and took out a sandalwood box.

Opening the box revealed a jade-colored pill: the Yuanlin Pill, a top-grade Spirit Pill found on Black Bandit Wind and his companion. The Yuanlin Pill had fine cloud patterns on its surface and was slightly transparent, resembling a flawless gem.

I wonder what kind of expression Xin Chong would have if he knew this Yuanlin Pill fell into my hands.

Thinking of Xin Chong, who had hired assassins to kill him, Luo Feng’s eyes flashed with a cold light, and the corner of his mouth curved into a cruel smile. He opened his mouth, swallowed the pill, closed his eyes, and entered a state of Chi block.

HUM!

The moment the Yuanlin Pill entered his stomach, a cool sensation immediately spread through his chest. Wisps of green medicinal power merged into his Yuan Qi, pouring into his limbs and bones.

Under the Yuanlin Pill’s influence, Luo Feng’s Yuan Qi circulated faster and faster, eventually resembling a runaway horse, rushing wildly through his meridians and Meridian Wheels. It made a rumbling sound, like a monstrous wave crashing violently.

In the courtyard, an invisible air current centered on Luo Feng, forming a fierce whirlwind that caused the surrounding trees to rustle loudly. The ambient Yuan Qi of heaven and earth surged into Luo Feng’s body, gradually integrating and finally merging with his own Yuan Qi.

Such potent medicinal power! Luo Feng was astonished by the raging Yuan Qi in his body, amplified by the Yuanlin Pill.

He had heard that the Yuanlin Pill could accelerate cultivation speed, but he hadn’t expected it to be so potent. After reaching the peak of the Heavenly Court Realm, his cultivation progress had become extremely slow. Now, however, he could clearly feel his cultivation rising, ten or even dozens of times faster than usual!

I must seize this chance and cultivate diligently while the Yuanlin Pill’s effects last!

Opening his eyes, a brilliant gleam flashed within them. He recognized this as a rare opportunity to greatly enhance his strength.

With a flicker in his eyes, Luo Feng directly took out Yuan Stones from his storage ring—not the first-grade Yuan Stones he usually used, but second-grade Yuan Stones obtained in the Secret Realm.

Second-grade Yuan Stones could typically only be used by Martial Artists of the Spiritual Rotation Realm. However, Luo Feng guessed that with his eighteen Meridian Wheels and robust physique, he should be able to withstand the Yuan Qi impact from a second-grade Yuan Stone.

Although this is somewhat dangerous, it can greatly shorten my cultivation time, and time is what I lack most right now! This risk is worth taking!

Thousands of thoughts flashed through his mind in an instant. Luo Feng made his decision, immediately closed his eyes, and circulated his Yuan Qi to envelop the second-grade Yuan Stone in his hand.

BOOM!

The moment his Yuan Qi enveloped the second-grade Yuan Stone, it was like a floodgate bursting open. Majestic Yuan Qi surged violently forth, rushing through Luo Feng’s meridians and into his body. It was dozens, even hundreds, of times more potent than that of a first-grade Yuan Stone, and the Yuan Qi was also far purer!

Such terrifying Yuan Qi! So this is a second-grade Yuan Stone. No wonder it’s typically only used by Martial Artists at the Spiritual Rotation Realm!

The sheer volume of Yuan Qi made Luo Feng’s spirit tremble; the meridians in his body felt as if they could rupture at any moment. His physique was already formidable, yet he felt such strain. If it were anyone else, their meridians would likely have burst the instant the Yuan Qi entered their body, rendering them crippled.

Although his meridians throbbed with slight pain, Luo Feng was exhilarated, feeling an urge to let out a triumphant roar. As he had speculated, he could barely manage to use the second-grade Yuan Stone for cultivation.

Taking a deep breath, Luo Feng immediately cast aside all distractions and focused on refining the Yuan Qi surging into his body, gradually entering the mystical state of Self-Forgetfulness.

「Two hours passed.」

「Then another two.」

...

An unknown amount of time passed. When the first light of dawn touched the horizon, the swirling air in the courtyard suddenly calmed.

Luo Feng opened his eyes, his brilliant gaze darting around the courtyard like flashes of lightning.

Sensing the condition of his body, a joyous smile spread across Luo Feng’s face.

After a night of cultivation, his Yuan Qi had almost doubled, equivalent to several months of painstaking effort in the past. He was now one step closer to the Spiritual Rotation Realm.

If I encounter Xuekui again, I should be able to withstand one of his attacks unscathed. As for a Martial Artist at the first level of the Spiritual Rotation Realm, although the chance of victory is still slim, I should be able to hold out for a short while. Luo Feng mused, a smile touching his lips as he felt the change in his strength.

If Xin Chong knew that his Yuanlin Pill had benefited Luo Feng so greatly, he would surely be infuriated enough to spit blood.

This Yuanlin Pill was one Xin Chong had obtained by chance, planning to use it for his breakthrough to the Spiritual Rotation Realm. To have Luo Feng killed, he had begrudgingly taken it out and hired Black Bandit Wind, only for Luo Feng to benefit in the end.

Why isn’t he finished yet...? Luo Feng reined in his excitement and looked back at Yang Dingtian’s room, frowning slightly. Just then, footsteps suddenly sounded from behind him.

Luo Feng turned and saw a tall young woman standing outside the courtyard gate: Yang Wanyi.

"Luo Feng." Yang Wanyi stepped forward and walked in.

Luo Feng smiled. "You’re here so early. What brings you?"

Yang Wanyi stopped two meters from Luo Feng. Her beautiful eyes glanced at Yang Dingtian’s room, her delicate eyebrows knitted slightly. She then turned back to Luo Feng and smiled. "I arrived last night. I saw you were cultivating, so I didn’t disturb you."

Gazing at Luo Feng, Yang Wanyi said in surprise, "Your strength seems to have improved a lot?"

Luo Feng scratched his nose and nodded. "Mm, I made some gains."

Yang Wanyi’s bright eyes trembled slightly, and she pursed her small, red lips. "I really can’t figure you out."

She had been guarding the courtyard gate all night, so she was keenly aware of the changes in Luo Feng. It was the first time she had ever seen someone’s strength improve so drastically in a single night.

"By the way, how’s that poisoned friend of yours doing?" Yang Wanyi asked casually, as if an afterthought.

"He should be fine now."

Luo Feng grinned. Seeing Yang Wanyi hesitating, he asked, "Did you need me for something?"

Yang Wanyi’s gaze flickered to the study next door. Biting her lip lightly, she asked softly, "My... my father, what did he talk to you about yesterday?"

This girl’s reaction is strange, Luo Feng thought. She’s usually not this hesitant. Not dwelling on it, he answered directly, "He wants me to take over as City Lord of Dayang City."

"He wants you to take over as City Lord of Dayang City..."

At his words, Yang Wanyi’s delicate eyebrows rose, a complicated expression flashing in her bright eyes. Her beautiful face turned somewhat pale.

Seeing her expression, Luo Feng’s brows furrowed. Could it be that this girl already knows about Yang Dingtian’s poisoning?

Just as Luo Feng was speculating, Yang Wanyi suddenly asked, "Luo Feng, what exactly happened to my father?"

"Well..."

Seeing Luo Feng’s hesitation, Yang Wanyi gave a helpless smile, her red lips parting slightly as she said, "You don’t need to hide it. I’ve felt that something has been very wrong with Father recently; he’s been avoiding me. Moreover, Dayang City is his life’s work. He wouldn’t entrust it to you unless something major had happened. Is he... is his life in danger?"

As she finished, Yang Wanyi’s voice trembled slightly, and her fair, jade-like hands clenched tightly.

Luo Feng looked at Yang Wanyi’s expression, realizing he could no longer hide the truth. He sighed, preparing to tell her everything.

Suddenly—

BOOM!

A tremendous crash resounded within the City Lord Mansion. The ground shook, and a tall building not far away collapsed with a deafening roar.

"What’s going on?"