Chapter 234: One Hundred and Eight Heavenly Stars Earthly Stars Bone Forging Technique

Chapter 234: One Hundred and Eight Heavenly Stars Earthly Stars Bone Forging Technique

Jiang Ning walked alone to the side of the fireplace and sat down, rubbing his hands together before spreading them out to warm himself by the fire.

"Commander Jiang, with your physique, do you still need to warm yourself by the fire?" Feng Xiaochen, who witnessed this, smiled.

Jiang Ning's face also revealed a faint smile upon hearing these words.

"It's a habit!"

Upon hearing Jiang Ning's words, Feng Xiaochen's expression suddenly became clear.

"Indeed!"

"Commander Jiang has been an ordinary person for over a decade, and it's not easy to change such a long-standing habit in a short time."

After saying this, he also sat down next to Jiang Ning and stretched out his hands to warm himself.

In the next moment, Feng Xiaochen rubbed his hands together, "It's truly comfortable to warm oneself by the fire in this cold winter!"

A thought flashed in his eyes, as if recalling a distant memory.

The next moment, Feng Xiaochen shook his head slightly, "Commander Jiang, I wonder how far you've progressed in the Inferno Spear Technique?"

"The progress is decent!" Jiang Ning replied.

Hearing this, Feng Xiaochen nodded in understanding.

By saying 'it's decent,' Jiang Ning indicated that he didn't want to delve too deeply into this topic.

The reason for not wanting to discuss it further was that the progress was not ideal, and there hadn't been significant gains, so he didn't wish to dwell on the subject.

Upon realizing this, Feng Xiaochen couldn't help but murmur to himself.

"This Commander Jiang is a genius with exceptional talent, possessing the image of a young Master. I should do him a favor today!"

After a brief moment of contemplation, Feng Xiaochen had already made up his mind.

He then spoke, "Commander Jiang, my Nine Furnace Fire Power has long reached the pinnacle of perfection. Even a typical master of the Inferno Spear Technique would struggle to match my Nine Furnace Fire Power!"

"Commander Jiang, why not experience the power of the Nine Furnace Fire? Perhaps it will aid you in mastering the Inferno Spear Technique and help you deduce the superior martial art mentioned in the records."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Ning smiled and shook his head.

From Feng Xiaochen's words, he felt the goodwill emanating from him.

Moreover, Feng Xiaochen's daughter, Feng Jiuge, was currently serving under him. Previously, he had acted as a mediator for Wang Jin, his master, and Feng Xiaochen, and they had exchanged the Inferno Spear Technique and the Canglang Blade Technique.

Speaking of which, the two had already formed a bond.

Now, Feng Xiaochen was once again expressing his goodwill.

In the next moment, Jiang Ning lightly placed his hand on Feng Xiaochen's elbow.

The Water and Fire True Essence flowed, restrained yet unexpressed.

At the same time, Feng Xiaochen's eyes widened in astonishment as he stared at Jiang Ning.

After two breaths, Jiang Ning retracted his hand.

"Commander Feng, did you feel it?"

"The water is continuous, and the fire is fierce, repelling and merging!" Feng Xiaochen muttered, his eyes revealing an incredibly incredulous expression, "Could it be that Commander Jiang has already deduced that superior martial art?"

"Not bad!" Jiang Ning nodded lightly.

"Hiss!" Upon hearing this, Feng Xiaochen gasped in shock, looking at Jiang Ning with utmost astonishment.

It was as if an ordinary person had caught a glimpse of a divine being.

As someone who had gained fame through the Inferno Spear Technique, Feng Xiaochen was well aware of the difficulty of this martial art.

The Inferno Spear Technique emphasized comprehension over form.

In other words, insight was the primary focus, and diligently practicing the spear technique didn't significantly contribute to mastering the Inferno Spear Technique.

Therefore, for any martial artist to master the Inferno Spear Technique to perfection and completely grasp the Nine Furnace Fire Power, they would need exceptionally high insight and considerable effort.

"How long has the Inferno Spear Technique been in his hands?"

"What kind of extraordinary insight is this?"

"So-called Saint Warriors are probably no different."

At this thought, Feng Xiaochen couldn't help but take a deep breath in his heart.

In just over a month, an ordinary martial artist could become proficient in the Inferno Spear Technique, which was already a rare talent.

Not to mention achieving the perfect state of mastering the Nine Furnace Fire Power.

And even more so, accomplishing the feat rumored in the legends.

In the next moment, Feng Xiaochen composed himself, his eyes filled with reverence as he looked at Jiang Ning.

"No wonder Commander Jiang has achieved so much at such a young age. The world has underestimated you!"

Jiang Ning smiled ambiguously.

Then, changing the subject, he asked, "I wonder why Commander Feng has suddenly come to visit?"

By this time, Feng Xiaochen had calmed his surging emotions. He continued, "Under the orders of Commander Yan, I've come to Luoshui County to investigate who killed Cao Rong!"

Commander Yan.

Upon hearing this title, Jiang Ning's heart suddenly froze.

If one were to discuss the top figures in Dongling Prefecture, Commander Yan would undoubtedly be among them.

This person commanded the entire military force of Dongling Prefecture.

His official rank was even higher than that of the Prefect.

If not for the fact that military power couldn't interfere with political affairs, any communication between Commander Yan and the Prefect would be a taboo. With Commander Yan's authority, he could have become the true emperor of Dongling Prefecture.

Even though he only held military power and not political authority, his influence as a commander of a county's troops was undeniable.

No faction in Dongling County dared to disrespect him.

According to Jiang Ning's understanding, Commander Yan Duyue was one of the few powerful individuals in Dongling County who had reached the peak of the Fifth Rank.

At that moment, Feng Xiaochen, standing nearby, glanced at Jiang Ning.

"Everyone says that Cao Rong was killed by Commander Jiang. I wonder if this is true?"

Jiang Ning countered, "What does Captain Feng think?"

Feng Xiaochen smiled and was about to speak when a voice reached his ears.

"What are Father and Commander Jiang talking about?"

It was Feng Jiuge's voice, and the two men turned their heads.

Feng Jiuge, dressed in a red long robe and draped in a fox fur cape, approached them, carrying a pot of steaming tea.

"We were just chatting about Cao Rong's death. People outside are saying that Cao Rong was killed by Commander Jiang. I was about to ask Commander Jiang for his opinion on this matter!" Feng Xiaochen explained with a smile.

Upon hearing this, Feng Jiuge's face tensed up.

She was well aware that besides her father, who else could have killed Cao Rong?

"Then, Father, who do you think killed Cao Rong?" she asked.

"I don't know!" Feng Xiaochen shook his head and chuckled, "I wasn't there at the time, how could I know? I don't believe in rumors!"

Half an hour later, Feng Xiaochen left, and Feng Jiuge saw him off.

"I need to make a trip to the Internal Affairs Office!" Jiang Ning whispered as he stood up.

Having reached the Sixth Rank Martial Artist, his qi and blood had already met the requirements. Now, he just needed the Iron Bone Pill and other pills that Lin Qingyi was gathering for him.

Without external assistance, it was impossible to reach the Iron Bone Realm in Bone Forging.

The most straightforward method was to consume iron sand during bone forging, following the ancient technique.

However, Jiang Ning wasn't in a hurry yet.

Compared to the Iron Bone Pill, consuming iron sand was far less efficient.

Moreover, it wouldn't be long before Lin Qingyi returned with the pills.

Jiang Ning also needed to obtain a Bone Forging technique.

Bone Forging techniques originated from smithing techniques, and just as there were various schools of smithing, there were also different Bone Forging techniques.

Different Bone Forging techniques had varying levels of efficiency.

However, the Internal Affairs Office of the Inspection Bureau could provide him with a high-quality Bone Forging technique.

The Saint Warrior had already collected countless martial arts and secret techniques from all over the world.

To progress further based on the Saint Warrior's foundation, one would need the wisdom of the world.

Moments later, Jiang Ning arrived at the Internal Affairs Office.

He shook off the snow outside the door before pushing it open.

Inside, an old woman sat by the fireplace, half-asleep.

"Senior!" Jiang Ning greeted her.

The old woman's head nodded slightly, and she immediately woke up.

"It's you, kid!" she said indifferently.

"Senior, it's me!" Jiang Ning replied respectfully.

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This old woman was not ordinary.

Perhaps the strongest person in the Inspection Bureau was not Hong Minghu but this old woman.

According to Jiang Ning's knowledge, Hong Minghu had entered the Fifth Rank through unconventional means, purely relying on external objects.

"What brings you here today?" The old woman raised her eyes to look at Jiang Ning, her gaze falling on his forehead.

Jiang Ning said, "I need to exchange for a Bone Forging technique, the best one within thirty thousand contribution points."

"Bone Forging?" The old woman glanced at Jiang Ning. "This step in the technique isn't that expensive. After all, replicating a copy is quite simple! Since you're from the Inspection Bureau, there's no need to be stingy about this!"

"Three thousand contribution points for a Bone Forging technique most suitable for you. Is that okay?" she continued.

"No problem!" Jiang Ning nodded immediately.

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"Take it!" The old woman produced a sheepskin scroll and tossed it to Jiang Ning.

She added, "This is a technique called One Hundred and Eight Heavenly Stars Earthly Stars Bone Forging Technique. It's suitable for those born with exceptional wisdom, and with your sharp mind, understanding it shouldn't be difficult!"

"Thank you, Senior!" Jiang Ning was delighted to hear this.

Although Bone Forging techniques didn't have explicit rank classifications, just like smithing techniques, Jiang Ning knew from the technique's name that it was extraordinary and must be a top-tier Bone Forging technique.

After putting away the sheepskin scroll, Jiang Ning bid farewell to the old woman and turned to leave.

At that moment, the old woman watched Jiang Ning's departing figure with an exceptionally profound gaze.

"This kid is extraordinary!"

"The bump on his forehead symbolizes a sudden surge of psychic power to a certain level!"

"Now, he's seeking a Bone Forging technique. It seems this kid is determined to improve."

"However, previously, he managed to kill a Sixth Rank Mystic Bone Realm warrior with his Seventh Rank strength, and that warrior was even a Divine Descendant."

"A Sixth Rank Bone Spirit Divine Descendant, even a Jade Bone would not be a match for him!"

"This young man is truly extraordinary!!"

"I wonder if he can ever reach the same heights as the Saint Warrior with the One Hundred and Eight Heavenly Stars Earthly Stars Bone Forging Technique that the Saint Warrior perfected."

At this thought, the old woman's mind instantly conjured an image of a man in a yellow robe, with the Heavenly Earth Bagua Diagram engraved on his back.

Meanwhile, elsewhere.

Jiang Ning returned indoors and sat by the charcoal stove. He took out the sheepskin scroll and unfurled it.

[Scholarly Skills Experience +3]



[Scholarly Skills Experience +5]



[Scholarly Skills Experience +2]



[.]



In an instant, a series of prompts appeared before his eyes, indicating the growth of his Scholarly Skills.

After half a cup of tea.

The densely packed words on the sheepskin scroll, like ants, were all read by him.

He immediately closed his eyes, calmly digesting the information in his mind.

A moment later.

He opened his eyes, and a deep sense of surprise filled his gaze.

According to the description on the sheepskin scroll.

If one could find the Heavenly Star Yang and Earthly Star Yin, and combine them with the Bone Forging Technique, it would be possible to surpass the Jade Bone level.

This was an essential step in achieving the Saint Warrior's physique.

"This One Hundred and Eight Heavenly Stars Earthly Stars Bone Forging Technique is truly extraordinary, truly extraordinary!!" He was incredibly excited.

Saint Warrior!

These two words were enough to make him feel this way.

In the eight hundred years of Daxia's history, it could be said that eighty percent of the credit belonged to that Saint Warrior.

A single person stood above all living beings.

This clearly demonstrated the Saint Warrior's mighty power.

The awe-inspiring power that dominated the world.

It was common knowledge that in this world, the ancient times were the era of immortals and gods.

Even though that era had passed, there would undoubtedly be remnants of the descendants of immortals and gods.

Moreover, south of Daxia, in the wild and rugged mountains, there were still slumbering powerful demons.

Yet, none of these factors had affected the Saint Warrior's status.

Even in the present era, the gradual rise of chaos was somewhat related to the Saint Warrior's absence.

"Heavenly Star Yang and Earthly Star Yin, I've never heard of them before!" Jiang Ning muttered to himself.

"But there's no rush, I'll just keep searching for them in the future! Since this One Hundred and Eight Heavenly Stars Earthly Stars Bone Forging Technique is so extraordinary, it will surely allow me to forge bones with an efficiency far beyond that of ordinary people!"

"Now, I just need to wait for Lin Qingyi's notification!"

[Skills]:

Scholarly Skills (Four Break Limits 2378/5000) (Traits: Memorize at a Glance, Extraordinary Senses, Sharp Mind, Superior Insight)



Jiang Ning then glanced at his panel.

Seeing the sudden surge in experience points for Scholarly Skills, he further understood the extraordinariness of the One Hundred and Eight Heavenly Stars Earthly Stars Bone Forging Technique.

In just half a cup of tea's time of reading, the experience points for Scholarly Skills had increased by over two thousand points.

He had never encountered such rapid progress before.

Next.

Jiang Ning looked out the window at the snow still falling outside and continued to warm himself by the fire while secretly circulating his power, increasing the experience points for Water and Fire True Essence.

For him now, as long as he was sitting, standing, or lying down without any disturbances, he could practice his skills.

[Water and Fire True Essence Experience +2]



[Water and Fire True Essence Experience +3]



[Water and Fire True Essence Experience +2]



[.]



Time passed, and the experience points for the Water and Fire True Essence technique continued to accumulate, bringing him closer and closer to perfection.

"Sir, what are you doing here?" The door opened, and Jiang Ning suddenly heard a voice filled with delight and surprise.

He immediately stopped his training and turned to look.

The visitor was none other than Xie Xiaojiu, wearing a black fox fur cloak.

From this, Jiang Ning knew that Xie Xiaojiu favored the color black.

In his memory, every time Xie Xiaojiu appeared before him, she was dressed in black.

Even during those nights when he stayed at Xie Xiaojiu's house.

Xie Xiaojiu would wander around in a black sleep dress.

"You're working on such a snowy day?" Jiang Ning smiled.

Xie Xiaojiu was slightly startled, then immediately understood the meaning of Jiang Ning's words.

She smiled and said, "I came here to try my luck, hoping to meet you, Sir!"

Looking at Xie Xiaojiu's cheerful smile and hearing her words, Jiang Ning's heart softened.

"Come in and close the door to warm up by the fire!"

"Yes, Sir!!" Xie Xiaojiu's voice was filled with excitement.

She quickly closed the door, blocking out the wind and snow.

(End of Chapter)

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