Chapter 196: Waterfire Essence Technique, a Supreme Martial Art!

Chapter 196: Waterfire Essence Technique, a Supreme Martial Art!

Luo River.

Beneath the raging waves of the lake.

Boom—

Jiang Ning's firewood chopping blade technique unleashed the Ninefold Power that had been building up within him.

The lake water parted in two, and a visible vacuum appeared in the lake for a long while.

Even the surging undercurrents were instantly split by this vacuum.

After a full breath.

The vacuum created by the blade gradually disappeared, and the tide quickly filled the void.

[Canglang Saber Technique Experience +1]



[Skill]: Canglang Saber Technique (Perfect 1/2000)



Looking at the panel, Jiang Ning's heart was filled with joy.

In just two days, the Canglang Saber Technique had advanced from Major Success to Perfect.

If this news were to spread, who would believe it? Instantly, he sheathed the long blade in his hand and clenched his fist.

In that moment.

Power surged within him like a tide, accumulating.

"The Ninefold Power has multiplied, and my explosive strength has doubled!"

"Moreover, my body can now fully withstand this level of power."

At this moment, Jiang Ning could clearly sense three types of power within him.

One power was relatively balanced and peaceful, the power evolved from the perfection of the Five Animal Fist.

After breaking the limit, Jiang Ning felt it was more appropriate to name it the Quintessence Power.

In the Five Animal Fist, the snake represented wood, the bear represented earth, and the deer represented water.

Originally, the Five Elements theory was just one of the theories of the Five Animal Fist, a way of understanding.

But after the Five Animal Fist broke the limit for the first time, this understanding gradually transformed into reality.

Now, he could clearly feel that within his five viscera, the Five Elements were gradually differentiating, and with this differentiation, his viscera seemed to be absorbing a certain essence qi from the heavens and earth.

With the nourishment of this essence qi, his viscera and bowels were strengthening on their own, and he could feel them getting stronger every day.

[Essence Storage in Organs]: The essence is stored within the five viscera, and the organs strengthen themselves.

Looking at this trait on the panel, Jiang Ning was deeply moved.

In recent days, even when he wasn't absorbing the Great Sun Essence Qi, the enhancement of his five viscera had caused his inner breath to continuously increase.

Now, his inner breath had become much more robust, reaching over two hundred strands.

The inner breath gathered in his dantian like smoke and mist.

Then, he glanced at the Skills section of the panel.

[Skill]: Inner Dan Nourishing Technique (Minor Success 245/5000)



After his tireless efforts in recent days, the Inner Dan Nourishing Technique's experience had also reached over 200 points.

Moreover, Jiang Ning discovered that after these days of absorbing the Great Sun Essence Qi, his viscera and bowels had further strengthened, and the efficiency of his daily absorption of the Great Sun Essence Qi was increasing, resulting in higher experience gains compared to previous days.

He clearly remembered that on the first day of absorbing the Great Sun Essence Qi, he had gained a total of 33 experience points for the Inner Dan Nourishing Technique.

Today, he gained 35 experience points for the Inner Dan Nourishing Technique, showing clear progress.

This indicated that as the strength of his viscera and bowels increased, his efficiency in absorbing the Great Sun Essence Qi would continue to improve.

Soon after, he felt the other two powers within him.

One power was filled with raging intent, like a thunderbolt with bared fangs and claws.

This power was the Galethunder Power, brought about by the perfection of the Gale Thunder Archery.

Compared to the Quintessence Power, this power was much stronger and more lethal.

It was also because of this Galethunder Power that the Gale Thunder Archery possessed such formidable lethality.

As for the third power, it was like a flood and tsunami, surging and overwhelming.

This was the Ninefold Power.

With these three powers intertwining within him, Jiang Ning felt a surge of confidence.

Now, he could find Cao Rong and kill him on the spot, eliminating this potential threat in its infancy.

After a moment, Jiang Ning calmed his turbulent heart.

"No rush! Cao Rong is still in the military camp in Dongling Prefecture."

"When he leaves the camp and comes to Luoshui County, that will be the best time for me to make my move."

After figuring this out, Jiang Ning immediately headed towards the Inspection Office.

He planned to ask Feng Jiuge to keep an eye on Cao Rong's movements.

Feng Jiuge's father was a military man, so she might be able to help him with this matter.

There was also Xie Xiaojiu, as a daughter of the Xie family, she should be able to help him monitor Cao Rong's movements.

He had connections and resources, and he had to make use of them.

How could he possibly keep track of Cao Rong's movements on his own? Perhaps, even if Cao Rong arrived in Luoshui County one day, he wouldn't know.

With Cao Rong in the shadows and himself in the light, that would be truly troublesome.

A Seventh Stage Martial Dao peak-level marksman posed a significant threat.

Arrows could break through sound barriers, meaning that if he were to be ambushed, he wouldn't be able to locate the attacker by sound.

Hearing would be useless.

This was the true terror of a divine archer.

In the face of such a Marksman's sneak attack, a normal Martial Artist would be powerless to retaliate.

Unless one's Psychic Energy is strong enough to develop a Sixth Sense, allowing them to perceive danger and avoid it without sight or sound.

Even Jiang Ning has yet to fully master this ability.

Several hours later, Jiang Ning returned to the Chaotic Beach.

He went to the Inspection Office, and Feng Jiuge readily agreed to his request.

Cao Rong would report to him at the slightest movement.

Hearing Feng Jiuge's response, Jiang Ning felt much more at ease.

He then sought out Xie Xiaojiu.

Xie Xiaojiu also assured him that the Xie Clan would closely monitor Cao Rong's movements.

As soon as they discovered Cao Rong's whereabouts, they would report to him.

With their promises, Jiang Ning finally felt relieved and returned to the Chaotic Beach to continue his cultivation.

Now that he had obtained the Inferno Spear Art, he naturally wanted to practice this spear technique diligently.

He was eager to see if he could grasp the superior Martial Dao that Wang Jin had spoken of.

After witnessing the power of the intermediate Martial Dao, Jiang Ning was even more excited about the advanced Martial Dao.

Subsequently, Jiang Ning stood on a water-submerged reef.

With a wave of his hand, a long spear appeared in his grasp.

[Inferno Spear Art Experience +1]



[Inferno Spear Art Experience +1]



[Inferno Spear Art Experience +1]



As he began his spear practice, he instantly felt his experience points soaring.

The growth rate was no slower than that of the Canglang Sword Technique.

Seeing the prompt before him, Jiang Ning's worries dissipated.

At this rate, there would be no problem.

In just a few days, the Inferno Spear Art would be perfected.

Day and night passed.

Night and day alternated.

In the blink of an eye, several days had gone by.

During these days, Jiang Ning never left the Chaotic Beach, paying no heed to the changes in Luoshui County.

Martial Dao remained the most important thing in his eyes.

As long as his strength was sufficient, he could easily handle any external changes.

However, Luoshui County was not at peace.

The entire Cao Clan was imprisoned, and the share of the cake they once held was completely divided up and devoured in these days.

But after the Incense Master of the Idolatry Sect died, the hidden followers in Luoshui County were left leaderless.

One by one, their hideouts were discovered and eradicated by the Inspection Office.

Dealing with the Idolatry Sect was the top priority for the Inspection Office at present.

When the world is in turmoil, the people are most easily swayed by religious movements, leading to rebellions.

Any rebellion would shake the foundation of the Xia Dynasty.

Night had fallen.

The Inspection Office was brightly lit.

Sitting on the tower, Hong Minghu furrowed his brows.

"Ye Tongling, what do you think we should do?" Hong Minghu pointed at the invitation on the table, deep in thought.

Seeing this, Ye Qiu's brows also knitted.

"I never expected the Yellow Heaven Sect to come here to spread their teachings. This is a big problem!"

Hong Minghu heard these words, and his brows furrowed even more.

After a moment's thought, he said, "I don't know what they're thinking up there, allowing the Yellow Heaven Sect to grow so powerful. The current Yellow Heaven Sect is like a spider's web; pulling one thread can affect the whole. If the Yellow Heaven Sect incites a rebellion, the world will truly descend into chaos."

Ye Qiu nodded in agreement.

Then, Ye Qiu spoke again, "Governor, how should we handle this Incense Master of the Yellow Heaven Sect?"

Hong Minghu replied, "The Incense Masters of the Yellow Heaven Sect are all genuine Fifth Rank Experts, perhaps even stronger than me. I want to meet them and see what their intentions are."

Ye Qiu nodded, "Since that's the case, let's arrange for the Incense Master to meet the Governor tomorrow."

"Mmm," Hong Minghu nodded slightly, then said, "Remember to invite the other three Commanders as well."

"Also," Hong Minghu thought for a moment, "Let the four Deputy Commanders come too!"

"Yes, Governor!" Ye Qiu replied.

On the other side, the bright moonlight shone upon the lake's surface.

Jiang Ning stood barefoot on the rocks, partially submerged in the water.

As the lake breeze blew, the water lapped at his legs, giving him a refreshing sensation.

Jiang Ning wielded his spear, and it seemed to dance like a dragon in his hands.

A fire seemed to ignite within him.

Boom! Boom! Boom!

Spear thrusts rained down on the water's surface like a torrential storm.

The water erupted, white foam splashing in all directions.

The Nine-Fold Fire Power erupted within his body.

After a few breaths, Jiang Ning sheathed his spear and stood still.

Skill: Liaoyuan Spear Technique (Perfected 0/2000)



Jiang Ning's brows furrowed as he glanced at his status board.

The Liaoyuan Spear Technique column was slowly fading, as if it were about to disappear from his status board.

His gaze shifted upwards, and he found the Canglang Saber Technique column.

Skill: Canglang Saber Technique (Perfected 1/2000)



His eyes narrowed as he observed this column.

The Canglang Saber Technique column was also fading.

Suddenly, he felt two forces merging within him, as if becoming one.

Sensing this change, Jiang Ning's eyes flashed with determination.

"Could it be...?" A thought flashed through his mind.

Instantly, a flood of information entered his mind.

He closed his eyes, focusing his consciousness inward.

Half a shichen later...

Whoosh—

Whoosh—

Whoosh—

The night breeze stirred the lake, causing waves and white foam to form.

Standing on the rocks, Jiang Ning resembled a sturdy pine tree, unmoving.

Suddenly, he opened his eyes.

Skill: Water and Fire True Power (Minor Success 13/500)



Jiang Ning's heart rejoiced as he observed the changes on his status board.

According to the information that had flooded his mind, after perfecting both the Canglang Saber Technique and the Liaoyuan Spear Technique, mastering the Nine-Fold Power and the Nine-Fold Fire Power, he had a chance to grasp the elusive divine light and deduce this supreme martial art, the Water and Fire True Power.

As he had met the requirements, the process was skipped.

He had successfully merged the two forces and comprehended the Water and Fire True Power.

Jiang Ning opened his palm, feeling the fusion of water and fire, the combined power flowing through his hand.

Then, he placed his palm on the nearby rock, and it silently turned into countless grains of sand, flowing downward.

As the breeze blew, some sand was carried away, drifting further across the lake.

"Is this the power of a supreme martial art?" Jiang Ning widened his eyes, amazed by the scene before him.

The destructive power was beyond his imagination.

The fusion of water and fire, two extreme attributes merging into one force, made him feel the might of a supreme martial art.

The rock had been turned into powder by the Water and Fire True Power, its structure completely destroyed, and now it disintegrated like sand!

Skill: Water and Fire True Power (Minor Success 13/500)



He checked his status board again.

"What if it were perfected? How powerful would it be?"

With this thought, Jiang Ning's sleepiness vanished.

He began to grind this skill's experience points.

Increasing the experience points for Water and Fire True Power was simple.

He just needed to continuously circulate and temper this power.

Water and Fire True Power was an ultimate skill for refining power.

The higher the skill's level, the stronger the power.

Water and Fire True Power Experience +1

Water and Fire True Power Experience +1

Water and Fire True Power Experience +1

...

It was late at night when Jiang Ning finally went to sleep.

The next morning, he continued to temper this power at Chaotic Beach.

After a night of practice, he found that the consumption of this power was extremely high.

His Qi and blood, as well as his physical strength, would quickly deplete.

If not for the water's ability to constantly restore his body, he wouldn't dare to practice this power without medicinal support.

But now, things were different.

Being in the water was like being constantly nourished by medicine, effortlessly restoring all his consumption.

These auxiliary effects surpassed even the most precious medicines.

After all, medicine could be toxic.

Excessive use of medicine could be unbearable for any body.

No matter how wealthy one was, no one dared to drink medicine like water.

But Jiang Ning didn't have to worry about such problems.

(End of Chapter)

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