Chapter 111: Grasping New Skills

Chapter 111: Grasping New Skills

After leaving the martial hall, Jiang Ning directly returned to his residence in the east of the city, next to the Luoshui River.

Returning to his courtyard.

【Skill】: Canglang Blade Technique (Proficiency 1/200)



Taking a glance at his own panel, he thought to himself, "The next plan is to practice my blade techniques! Once I achieve Minor Mastery in the blade technique, I can layer three Power Surges. When I reach Major Mastery, I can layer five Power Surges. With my current practice efficiency, if I temporarily set aside skin conditioning and the Five Beasts Fist, and focus all my efforts on practicing the blade, it won't take more than a few days to break through to the Minor Mastery in the Canglang Blade Technique."

Having made up his mind, Jiang Ning drew his sword from its sheath.

Swish—

With a crisp sound, the long sword in his hand was instantly unsheathed.

Just as he was about to practice his technique,, standing on a small hill in his courtyard, he gazed at the Luoshui River to the east, his expression contemplative.

The Canglang Blade Technique is inspired by the endless waves of a mighty river.

And now, the Luoshui River at this very moment, the winds were fierce and the waves were surging.

Even from his small courtyard, Jiang Ning could feel the strong wind blowing from the lake.

"This blade technique is inspired by the endless waves of a mighty river. If I practice it in the lake, will the efficiency be higher?"

At this thought, a flash of determination shone in Jiang Ning's eyes.

"I can give it a try!!"

Having made up his mind, he threw the sheath aside and leaped off the hill.

In a few bounds, he swiftly left his courtyard.

Jumping over the high wall, he arrived at a rocky beach in front of a large mansion he had previously bought.

Facing him was the surging Luoshui Lake, whipped by the fierce wind.

Rumble—

A series of emerald waves were swept by the strong wind, surging toward him.

The waves crashed onto the rocky beach, splintering into countless white foam.

Seeing the fierce wind and surging waves, Jiang Ning took a deep breath.

In the next moment, he leaped.

Boom—

His legs burst with terrifying power, the stones under his feet shattered instantly, and his figure soared like a great roc.

A leap carried him several dozen feet away.

Landing on a broken stone, he propelled himself again with his legs.

Boom—

The stones under his feet shattered again.

Repeating this process a few times, he plunged the deep, cold long sword into the surging Luoshui Lake.

Just as he head dipped into the lake, Jiang Ning instantly felt a wave surge toward him. His body was pushed by the water, tumbling around as if he were in a rolling washing machine.

"A strong undercurrent!" Jiang Ning exclaimed.

He quickly adjusted his body, striving to stabilize himself.

After a moment, a sudden wave of inspiration struck him.

heart.

Following the flow of the water, Jiang Ning rapidly adjusted his body.

At the same time, a notification appeared before him.

【Water Proficiency +1】

【Skill】: Water Proficiency (Apprentice 1/100)



Seeing his panel, Jiang Ning suddenly realized.

, "So this is how it works. It I have figured out the Water Proficiency skill on my own. No wonder I am so adaptable in the water."

In the next moment, he vigorously swam further into the lake, aiming for the deeper waters.

He needed to reach the deep water area to practice the blade technique without being washed away by a wave and crashing onto the rocky beach.

At present, in the shallow waters near the shore, he might be swept away by a strong wave and crash into the rocks at any moment.

- The Luoshui Lake area is rapidly expanding, with more and more residents moving in.

- The population density of the lake is increasing, making it a bustling area.

- The lake is vast, with no clear boundaries,

its size and depth. the eye of wonder at its vastness.

- Some say the lake is over 70,000 square kilometers, others claim it is 100,000 square kilometers, and some even say it is 200,000 to 300,000 square kilometers.

- While the exact size of the lake is unknown, it is clear that vastness, with no clear boundary.

【Skill】:Water Walking (Apprentice 1/100)



Taking another glance at his panel, Jiang Ning couldn't help but feel a sense of urgency.

"This proficiency level is increasing so fast! If I soak in the few days, I should be able to reach Perfection and break through the limit!"

In the next moment, he slowly peddled his feet, half of his body floating above the.

Although he had been holding his breath for quite a while, he could still hold it for a long time.

With the breakthrough of his Inner Alchemy and the conditioning of his Five Zang Six Fu, he could feel a significant improvement in his lung capacity.

This near incense of holding his breath for a long time, far from his limit.

However, to be able to practice the blade technique later without being swept away by a wave, he chose to float and of the lake.

the wind and waves.

Luoshui vast area the same..

wonder.

- The strong wind and surging waves of the lake are making in full speed,

- The waves are surging him in All Directions,

him off balance.

He took a deep breath, then plunged into the lake.

the long sword in hand.

He had just broken through to the Minor Mastery in the Canglang Blade Technique, allowing him to layer three Power Surges when using the blade.

He was now aiming to break through to a Major Mastery, which would to layer five Power Surges.

To improve his practice efficiency, he decided to try practicing in the more challenging environment—the surging waves of the lake.

【Skilliciency】: Canglang Blade Technique (Proficiency 1/200)



Taking a glance at his panel, he thought, "The next plan is to practice my blade technique! Once I achieve Minor Mastery, I can layer three Power surges when I can to longer, allowing me to layer three Power Surges. With Major Mastery, I can layer five Power surges."

Determined, he drew his sword and unsheathed it from its sheath.

Swish—

With a crisp sound, the long sword was instantly unsheathed.

Just as he was about to practice, standing on a small hill in his courtyard, he looked eastward to the Luoshui River, the moment.

reflection.

the surging waves and strong wind.

Canglang Blade Technique is inspired by the endless waves of a mighty river. With the current strong winds and surging waves, it's a good time to practice the technique in the lake to see if the efficiency improves.

Deciding to give it a try, he threw the sheath aside and leaped off the hill.

In a few bounds, he swiftly left his courtyard, jumping over a high wall to reach a rocky beach in front of a large mansion he had previously bought.

Facing him was the surging Luoshui Lake, whipped by the fierce wind.

Rumble—

A series of emerald waves were swept by the strong wind, surging toward him.

The waves crashed onto the rocky beach, splintering into countless white foam.

Seeing the fierce wind and surging waves, a flash of determination shone in Jiang Ning's eyes.

"I can give it a try!!"

Having made up his mind, he threw the sheath aside and leaped off the hill.

In a few bounds, he swiftly left his courtyard, jumping over a high wall to reach a rocky beach in front of a large mansion he had previously bought.

Facing him was the surging Luoshui Lake, whipped by the fierce wind.

Rumble—

A series of emerald waves were swept by the strong wind, surging toward him.

The waves crashed onto the rocky beach, splintering into countless white foam.

Looking at the surging waves and strong wind, Jiang Ning took a deep breath.

In the next moment, he leaped.

Boom—

His legs burst with terrifying power, the stones under his feet shattered instantly, and his figure soared like a great roc.

A leap carried him several dozen feet away.

Landing on a broken stone, he propelled himself with his legs again.

Boom—

The stones under his feet shattered again.

Repeating this process a few times, he plunged the deep, cold long sword into the surging Luoshui Lake.

Just as he head into the lake, Jiang Ning instantly felt a wave of water rush toward him. His body was pushed by the water, tumbling around as if he were in a rolling washing machine.

"A strong undercurrent!" Jiang Ning exclaimed.

He quickly adjusted his body, striving to stabilize himself.

A moment later, a sudden wave of inspiration struck his heart.

Following the flow of the water,jiang Ning quickly adjusted his body.

At the same time, a notification appeared before him.

【Water Proficiency +1】

【Skill】:Water Walking (Apprentice 1/100)



at the sight of his panel, Jiang Ning suddenly realized, "So this is how it works. I must have figured out the Water Walking skill on my own. No wonder I am so adaptable in the water."

In the next moment, he vigorously swam further into the lake, aiming for the deeper waters.

reach the deep water area to practice the blade technique without being swept away by a wave and crashing onto the rocky beach.

present, in the shallow waters near the shore, he could be swept away by a strong wave and crash into the rocky beach at any moment.

After a few moments, he had swum several dozen feet further into the center of the Luoshui Lake.

"Good enough!" Jiang Ning exclaimed, poking his head out of the water to look back at the shore.

"The Luoshui Lake is vast. I don't even know how vast it is," he muttered to himself.

"Some say the lake is 70,000 square kilometers, others say it is 100,000 square kilometers, and some even say it is 200,000 to 300,000 square kilometers. None of these claims is accurate, but the residents living around the lake know it is vast, vast!"

In the next moment, he took a deep breath and slowly pedaled his feet, letting half of his body float above the water.

"This proficiency level is increasing so fast! If I soak in the water for a few days, I should be able to reach perfection and break through the limit!" he thought.

Next, he slowly pedaled his feet, letting half of his body float above the water.

After holding his breath for quite a while, he could still hold it for a long time.

With the breakthrough of his Inner Alchemical Cultivation technique and the conditioning of his Five Zang Six Fu, his lung capacity had already increased astonishingly.

This near incense of holding his breath was far from his limit.

However, to be able to practice the blade technique later without being swept away by a wave and crashing onto the rocky beach, he needed to reach the deep water area first.

A few moments later, he had swum several dozen feet further into the center of the Luoshui Lake.

"Good enough!" Jiang Ning exclaimed, poking his head out of the water to look back at the shore, muttering to himself, " "The Luoshui Lake is vast, vast! It's like there's no boundary to it."

The exact size of the Luoshui Lake was unknown, but the residents living around the lake knew it was vast, vast!

Some say the lake is 70,000 square kilometers, others claim it is 100,000 square kilometers, and some even say it is 200,000 to 300,000 square kilometers. No one of these claims was accurate, but the common consensus among the residents was that the lake was immense, immense!

【Skill】:Water walking (Apprentice 1/100)



Taking another glance at his panel, Jiang Ning couldn't help butfeel a sense of urgency.

"This proficiency level is increasing so fast! If I soak in the water for a few days, I should be able to reach perfection and break through the limit!" he thought to himself.

Next, he slowly pedaled his feet, letting half of his body float above the water.

(End of the chapter)



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Summary:

Jiang Ning, after leaving the martial hall, returned to his residence near the Luoshui Lake. He decided to practice his blade technique, the Canglang Blade Technique. Realizing that practicing in the lake might be more efficient, he jumped over the high wall to reach the rocky beach by the lake. Despite the strong wind and surging waves, he plunged into the lake to practice in the deeper waters. After a few moments, he had swum several dozen feet further into the lake. He noticed an increase in his water proficiency, reaching the level of Apprentice 1/100 in Water Walking. He realized the lake was vast, with some saying it was 70,000 to 300,000 square kilometers, though the exact size was unknown. Despite the uncertainty, he felt a sense of urgency to practice and improve his skills.

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Then, he plunged into the lake.

[Aquatic Proficiency Experience +1]



A prompt appeared before him.

Jiang Ning paid it no heed.

A moment later,

After sinking several zhang deep,

He gripped the longsword in his hand, recalling the Canglang Blade Technique.

The next moment,

He began practicing his swordplay.

As his sword moved, it cleaved through the flowing water, and he felt the resistance of the water's force, sensing the undercurrents being stirred by his blade technique.

At the same time,

Waves of undercurrents rushed towards him.

Under the lake, Jiang Ning's eyes flashed, and he made a decision in an instant.

Instead of yielding to the undercurrents, he chose to confront them.

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Immediately,

Power surged through his body, and with a single stroke, he cleaved through an undercurrent.

Then, one stroke followed another.

Even as he battled the natural forces, he was also practicing the Canglang Blade Technique.

The undercurrents were endless, and the sword in his hand continued to strike, one after another, in a continuous flow.

[Canglang Blade Technique Experience +1]



[Aquatic Proficiency Experience +1]



[Aquatic Proficiency Experience +1]



[Canglang Blade Technique Experience +1]



[Aquatic Proficiency Experience +1]



[Aquatic Proficiency Experience +1]



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Seeing the frequency of prompts, Jiang Ning felt extremely satisfied.

Based on the experience growth, he confirmed that practicing the swordplay in the lake had indeed been effective.

Moreover, by confronting the undercurrents and battling the forces of nature, he occasionally felt a sense of achievement.

At the same time, his Aquatic Proficiency Experience was rapidly increasing.

With two skills growing simultaneously, he gained a double harvest.

His heart was filled with satisfaction.

Half a shichen later,

Jiang Ning leaped out of the water.

"Ha—"

"Ha—"

He quickly expelled the stale air from his stomach, breathing in the fresh air.

After a few hurried breaths, his rapid panting gradually calmed.

"Even while practicing the swordplay, I managed to endure for half an hour. My lung capacity is truly extraordinary!"

Jiang Ning muttered, a hint of joy on his face.

This test of his lung capacity had left him extremely pleased.

Practicing the swordplay was exceptionally intense, consuming a significant amount of energy.

In such a situation, he could hold his breath for half a shichen underwater, how could he not be satisfied?

If this were on land, it would mean he could hold his breath for at least two shichen.

This had already surpassed the mortal limits.

In Jiang Ning's eyes, this was supernatural.

[Skill]: Canglang Blade Technique (Mastery 11/10)



Taking another glance at his panel,

Jiang Ning couldn't help but feel delighted.

"Indeed, it's completely different!"

"Practicing the swordplay in the lake for just half a shichen, and my Canglang Blade Technique gained ten points of growth!"

"With this efficiency, I can reach the Minor Mastery of this blade technique today!"

"This efficiency is unbelievable!"

[Skill]: Firewood Splitting Blade Technique (Limit-Breaking 3/4) (Traits: Broad Understanding, Blade Like the Wind, Divine Blade Operation)



[Divine Blade Operation]: Increases affinity with the blade, enhancing innate talent for the blade path.

"Perhaps it's also related to the new traits I gained from the recent Limit-Breaking of the Firewood Splitting Blade Technique."

He glanced at the Firewood Splitting Blade Technique section on his panel, muttering.

Then, his gaze shifted slightly downward.

[Skill]: Aquatic Proficiency (Beginner 48/10)



"The efficiency of Aquatic Proficiency is indeed impressive, it's almost halfway there!"

"It seems that practicing in the lake is of great help!"

"I can simultaneously increase the experience of two skills, and after breaking the limit of Aquatic Proficiency, it'll be even more beneficial!"

"Since it's the first limit-break, it's only ten Essence Energy points, with my current Essence Energy growth rate, it'll only take three days!"

After this,

Once he had fully replenished his breath,

Jiang Ning dove back into the lake, continuing his sword practice.

Half a shichen later,

[Skill]: Aquatic Proficiency (Mastery 0/200)



At the moment Aquatic Proficiency broke through, transitioning from Beginner to Mastery, Jiang Ning instantly felt a difference.

Amidst the surging undercurrents, he could clearly sense the changes in the water flow, easily adjusting his posture within the undercurrents.

At this moment, being in the water gave him a sense of being at ease.

Unlike before, even though he knew the lake's undercurrents couldn't harm him, he still couldn't help but feel a bit uneasy."

It was an uneasiness that couldn't be dispelled by standing on solid ground.

Now, with the breakthrough in Aquatic Proficiency, he had reached the Mastery level.

This uneasy feeling was completely gone.

After testing his changes, Jiang Ning nodded in satisfaction.

Aquatic Proficiency, in his opinion, was an extremely practical skill.

In the future, if he encountered danger, with his exceptional Aquatic Proficiency, entering the water would be like a fish returning to the sea, who could harm him?

Therefore, Jiang Ning held this skill in high regard.

It was an extremely practical skill.

Moreover, the experience gain for this skill was incredibly easy, which made him even more satisfied.

Chapter end