Chapter 152: Strength Enhancement, Enhancing Marrow!

Chapter 152: Strength Enhancement, Enhancing Marrow!

In the courtyard, Jiang Ning, with his eyes closed, focused his mind inward, examining his body.

He was astonished to see four tiny, millet-sized, pale golden liquids in his abdomen, right beside the Panther Embryo Transformation Body Pill.

With a glance at the pill, wrapped in layers of medicinal coating, he realized it had lost four layers of its potency.

This meant that during his Furnace Transformation Alchemy technique, he had also refined four layers of the Panther Embryo Transformation Body Pill.

Normally, it would take five to seven days for the human body to digest a single layer of this pill, which enhances marrow and innate martial talent.

Observing the four pale golden liquids in his abdomen, Jiang Ning wondered, "I wonder if this will have any adverse effects."

The next moment, he focused his mind, absorbing the other two clusters of liquid, the medicine refined from the Strength Enhancing Pills.

Instantly, the medicine dissolved, merging into his body.

Jiang Ning felt a surge of pure medicinal energy, like a spring, permeating his body.

He immediately circulated his energy, mobilizing his blood force, directing the pure medicinal power towards the muscle groups in his arms.

After half a cup of tea's time, Jiang Ning opened his eyes, clenched his fists, and felt the surging power within him.

"Not bad! I've gained over ten more jin of strength!" He nodded in satisfaction.

Although the additional ten jin of strength was insignificant compared to his current two thousand jin, it was still a valuable addition.

Every drop counts, and his two thousand jin of strength had been accumulated through such gradual increases.

With ten more jin of strength gained each time, ten repetitions would result in a hundred jin of additional strength.

Jiang Ning quickly calculated in his mind and felt a surge of joy.

He still had many Strength Enhancing Pills, and with the effectiveness of his Furnace Transformation Alchemy technique, he could rapidly absorb and convert them into his own power.

Jiang Ning closed his eyes again, focusing on his body, and once more saw the four pale golden drops, each the size of a millet grain.

"Let's see what four layers of the Panther Embryo Transformation Body Pill's medicine can do," he thought.

With a slight mental nudge, he began to mobilize his blood force, dissolving the four drops of concentrated medicine.

The medicine dispersed, and like a million strands of spring rain, it silently seeped into his limbs and bones, nurturing his body.

He felt his body rejoicing and leaping with joy.

"So refreshing!"

Sensing his body's response, Jiang Ning sighed inwardly.

Without any guidance from him, he felt his body changing, bit by bit.

These changes were invisible, but he could clearly perceive them.

Time passed quietly.

In an instant, an incense stick's worth of time had gone by.

Jiang Ning opened his eyes, and as he stood up, his body reverberated with sound.

Clenching his fists again, a hint of joy appeared on Jiang Ning's face.

Having digested four layers of the Panther Embryo Transformation Body Pill in a short time, he could feel noticeable changes within himself.

To describe it in words, he felt his muscles and tendons had become stronger, his bones harder, and his blood energy more vigorous.

Even his five viscera and six bowels had improved in function.

Individuals with exceptional innate talent, whether in cultivating the body or enhancing strength, would always progress faster than those with average talent.

Their bodies would also be more efficient at absorbing medicinal energy.

This was the advantage of having superior innate talent and exceptional qualities.

At the same time, Jiang Ning felt his strength had increased significantly, by nearly a hundred jin, compared to before.

"Is this the effect of the Panther Embryo Transformation Body Pill?" Jiang Ning's expression brightened slightly.

Having consumed the power of four layers of the pill in a short time, he keenly felt its potent effects.

Jiang Ning glanced at his Essence Energy points.

Essence Energy: 26.7

He then checked the Water Nature section.

Water Nature (3x Break Limit 4000/4000) (Characteristics: Underwater Breathing, Water Manipulation, Water Spirit Affinity)



"If everything goes well, my Essence Energy should reach a hundred or close to it by tomorrow morning."

"If my Essence Energy reaches a hundred, I'll make sure to break the limit four times with Water Nature!"

Jiang Ning made a silent vow.

His encounter with Liu Qingsong today made him truly appreciate the changes brought about by breaking the limit with Water Nature.

The Water Control Divine Ability.

A formidable and mysterious power.

Without mastering this ability, one would stand no chance against a veteran Seventh Stage Martial Artist like Liu Qingsong, even if they gave it their all.

But after mastering the Water Control Divine Ability, being in the water, killing a powerful martial artist like Liu Qingsong, required little effort.

Cang Lang Martial Academy.

Thud, thud, thud—

Jiang Ning knocked on the academy's main gate.

"Who is it?"

A deep voice came from the front courtyard behind the gate.

"It's me!" Jiang Ning replied.

"Ah Ning is here!" At that moment, Liu Wanwan's voice also came from behind the gate.

The next moment—

Boom—

The gate shook slightly and slowly opened.

"Dudu!!!" As the door cracked open, Xiao Doubao saw Jiang Ning and ran over with a cheerful shout.

Jiang Ning bent down and picked up Xiao Doubao, placing him on his shoulder.

"Little brother, are you alright?" Jiang Li asked.

Jiang Ning smiled, "I'm fine, it's completely safe now!"

As he spoke, Jiang Ning's gaze swept past a few people and landed on Wang Jin behind them.

"Master!" Jiang Ning bowed respectfully.

Wang Jin nodded slightly, "I heard you encountered some trouble. Is it resolved?"

"It's resolved!" Jiang Ning nodded.

"That's good!" Wang Jin said, "Since you're here, let's have dinner together!"

"Thank you, Master!" Jiang Ning bowed.

Then, he untied the rope around his waist and held up the White Dragon Fish meat, weighing over two jin, hanging in mid-air.

"Master, this is White Dragon Fish meat. We can enjoy it together."

"Oh?" Wang Jin looked at the fish meat in Jiang Ning's hand, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes. "White Dragon Fish? This is a rare delicacy! How did you manage to get this?"

Jiang Ning replied, "I was lucky today and caught one in the Luo River."

"Good!" Wang Jin nodded slightly, "With this delicacy, let's have some drinks later!"

"I'd be delighted!" Jiang Ning smiled.

Then, he walked towards Wang Jin.

When Jiang Ning was less than a zhang away from Wang Jin, Wang Jin's eyes filled with surprise as he looked at Jiang Ning.

At this moment, he felt a solid vital energy from Jiang Ning.

"This kid's progress is remarkable!" Wang Jin exclaimed in his heart.

Although he couldn't gauge Jiang Ning's exact strength at this moment, his instincts told him that Jiang Ning's strength had significantly improved.

Powerful individuals naturally exude an invisible oppressive aura.

It's an innate sense felt by the body.

Just like how ordinary people would feel a suffocating pressure when facing the king of beasts in the natural world.

Although Jiang Ning's aura wasn't as intense, it was a noticeable change compared to his previous unnoticed presence.

"Your strength has improved significantly, hasn't it?" Wang Jin asked.

Jiang Ning nodded, "Slightly."

"For the Inspection Office's establishment and the assessment in three days, do you have enough confidence?" Wang Jin inquired.

"Only three days left?" Jiang Ning asked.

"Yes, just three days!" Wang Jin nodded, "I've received accurate information."

"Good!" Jiang Ning nodded, "In three days, Master will know. I will not disgrace you, Master!"

Hearing this, Wang Jin couldn't help but smile, "You're keeping me in suspense now! Alright, let's see your true capabilities in three days."

At the dinner table.

The two jin of White Dragon Fish meat had been sliced into thin pieces and arranged on a platter.

The fish meat required no further preparation; it was exceptionally delicious when sliced.

Moreover, this method preserved the essence of the Spirit Fish, which had significant benefits for the human body.

The meat of this Spirit Fish was gentle, allowing even ordinary people to absorb its essence.

For ordinary individuals, it had the effect of improving their physique and strengthening their bodies.

For this reason, the White Dragon Fish was known as the Spirit Fish, a rare and valuable delicacy, hard to come by.

Jiang Ning first picked up a piece of White Dragon Fish meat and placed it in Wang Jin's bowl.

"Master, please have some first!"

"You're too kind!" Wang Jin laughed.

"Dudu, Xiao Doubao wants some too!" Jiang Li sat beside Jiang Ning and tugged at his sleeve, speaking softly.

Hearing this, Jiang Ning smiled and ruffled her hair.

"Wait a moment!"

Then he turned to Jiang Li and Liu Wanwan, "Big brother and sister-in-law, I'll try this White Dragon Fish first to see if it's suitable for ordinary people."

"You're being overly cautious, little brother!" Wang Jin laughed.

Then, he picked up the piece of White Dragon Fish meat from the bowl and popped it into his mouth.

After chewing a couple of times, he swallowed the fish meat in one go.

Closing his eyes, he shook his head, exclaiming, "Fresh, tender, and smooth—a top-notch delicacy!"

The next moment, his face changed slightly as he stared in awe at the white dragon fish meat on the plate in front of him.

At that moment, Jiang Ning also picked up a piece of fish meat with his chopsticks and popped it into his mouth.

As soon as it entered his mouth, he felt an extreme freshness and smoothness, almost like jelly.

With a gentle bite, the meat was unbelievably tender.

"It's indeed delicious; no wonder my master looks like this!" Jiang Ning marveled in his heart.

As the fish meat entered his stomach, he instantly felt it melting like snow falling into a volcano, rapidly dissolving.

Immediately, as the fish meat dissolved, it released a warm stream of energy.

He closed his eyes to sense it for a moment before opening his eyes again.

"Big brother, big sister, you two can eat normally, but be mindful of the portion size," Jiang Ning said.

Upon hearing Jiang Ning's statement, Wang Jin nodded in agreement.

"You're right; we should indeed pay attention to the amount we consume!"

Then, he turned to Jiang Ning, "Where did you catch this white dragon fish? I've eaten white dragon fish meat before, but that was in the county town of Dongling County."

"But it's clearly different from the one you ate. This white dragon fish meat contains much more essence than the one I've eaten before."

"I caught it in the water not far from my home. It was just good luck," Jiang Ning replied.

As he spoke, Jiang Ning's heart silently agreed.

Indeed, it was good luck!

If I had caught it a day later, this white dragon fish would have ended up in Shi Xiaoyuan's hands.

And that warehouse full of iron ore, along with the treasure trove of Tiancai Dibao, and the water...

His thoughts wandered.

Jiang Ning also picked up a piece of fish meat and placed it in Xiao Doubao's bowl.

"Xiao Doubao, eat slowly!"

"Mmm-hmm!" Xiao Doubao nodded eagerly, like a chick pecking at rice.

Her short legs, dangling from the stool, swayed happily.

The jelly-like fish meat had a deadly allure for someone her age.

The next moment, she grabbed the fish meat from her bowl with both hands and cautiously took a bite.

After a few breaths, she muttered, "So good, so good!"

At that moment, Xiao Doubao was in a drunken state, her face flushed and her eyes hazy.

Seeing this, Jiang Ning hastily put down the wine cup he had just raised.

Then, he reached out and placed his right index and middle fingers on Xiao Doubao's neck.

After a quick examination, he sighed in relief.

"Aning, Xiao Doubao, are you okay?" Liu Wanwan looked at Jiang Ning with concern.

Jiang Ning smiled and said, "She's fine! It's just that this fish meat is too nourishing for her, so she's reacting like this. At her age, she shouldn't eat too much of it!"

As he spoke, Jiang Ning also picked up the piece of fish meat from Xiao Doubao's bowl and popped it into his mouth.

"Uncle, can I continue eating?" Jiang Yiming asked.

"You can eat it when your body becomes like Xiao Doubao's," Jiang Ning replied.

"I understand!" Jiang Yiming nodded repeatedly and then said, "Thank you, Uncle!"

At that moment, he also realized that this fish meat was an extremely precious thing.

It would greatly aid his future martial arts training.

So, he cherished this opportunity, taking small bites of the fish meat and swallowing it.

On the other side, Jiang Li, Jiang Ning, and Wang Jin clinked their cups, drinking the fine wine provided by Wang Jin.

They also indulged in the sumptuous dinner, especially the white dragon fish meat.

Jiang Li had only heard of this fish before, known as the Spirit Fish, which was priceless and hard to come by.

For ordinary people, it could prolong life, strengthen the body, and cure various illnesses.

For martial artists, it could enhance strength, blood, muscles, and bones, providing immense benefits for their martial arts journey.

Jiang Li swallowed a piece of fish meat, feeling the feedback from her body, and marveled inwardly.

This meal was a feast for all the guests.

After Jiang Ning and his group left, Wang Jin hurried to his courtyard.

He felt that his body, which had long been stuck at the peak of the seventh stage, was now subtly changing.

It seemed like a transformation in his physical foundation and his body's upper limit.

With an exceptional physical foundation, one would possess greater strength, agility, and faster reactions at the same level.

These were the so-called innate strength and talent, in a sense.

At this moment, Wang Jin felt the changes in his body, and his heart was filled with excitement.

The white dragon fish was indeed different from the one I enjoyed before!

Wang Jin realized that these changes in his body must have come from the white dragon fish meat he had just eaten.

(End of Chapter)

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