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Chapter 276: Magu's Breakthrough
Chapter 276: Magu's Breakthrough
July 10, 2024
"You can sense something calling out to you from within the Sacred Mountain?" Lu Qing asked, a hint of surprise in his voice.
The elderly doctor, who was sitting nearby, also turned to look at Hu Zezhi, his eyes filled with curiosity.
"Yes, it's a strange feeling. I can sense that it's somewhere within the Sacred Mountain, but I can't pinpoint its exact location," Hu Zezhi replied hesitantly.
Lu Qing and the elderly doctor exchanged a glance, both acknowledging the uniqueness of Hu Zezhi's situation. Despite only being at the Qi and Blood Realm, her ability to sense the presence within the Sacred Mountain was a testament to her extraordinary fate.
"I didn't expect you to sense the strangeness within the Sacred Mountain as well, Miss Hu. But there's no need to worry. It seems that whatever it is has not yet reached the time of its emergence," Lu Qing said with a smile. "However, this could be a good sign. All you need to do is wait patiently."
Hearing Lu Qing's reassuring words, Hu Zezhi finally relaxed. The mysterious sensations she had been experiencing, which were beyond her understanding, had left her feeling anxious and uncertain.
And so, Lu Qing and his companions took up temporary residence in the courtyard next to Lin Zhirui's abode, keeping a low profile and rarely venturing outside.
Two days later, on the morning of the third day, Lin Zhirui paid them a visit, bringing with him several pieces of news.
One of them confirmed Lu Qing's earlier speculation.
Following the appearance of individuals from the Yunshui Secret Realm, people from the other three great secret lands had also emerged the next day.
However, just like those from the Yunshui Secret Realm, they had not lingered in the Sacred City but had instead headed straight for the Sacred Mountain.
As a result, not many people in the Sacred City were aware of their presence.
The other piece of news concerned the elderly doctor's plan to meditate at the Sacred Pool.
Coincidentally, there were no new Precelestial Realm warriors in need of the Sacred Pool's benefits at the moment.
So, when Lin Zhirui made the request on the elderly doctor's behalf, the response from the Sacred Mountain was immediate, and the elderly doctor was granted permission to begin his meditation whenever he wished.
"Since that's the case, Master, when do you plan to start your meditation at the Sacred Pool?" Lu Qing asked.
The elderly doctor pondered for a moment before replying, "How about today? With more and more warriors gathering in the Sacred City, we don't know what might happen next. It would be best to complete our meditation at the Sacred Pool sooner rather than later, fulfilling one of our objectives for this trip."
Upon hearing this, Lin Zhirui immediately offered to make the necessary arrangements for the elderly doctor's visit to the Sacred Pool.
That afternoon, the elderly doctor, accompanied by Lin Zhirui, set off for the Sacred Pool within the Sacred City.
As for Lu Qing, with time on his hands, he turned his attention to Magu and Wei Zian, who were practicing their martial arts in the courtyard. On a whim, he decided to offer them some guidance.
"Brother Lu Qing, you want to observe our training progress?" Magu asked, his eyes lighting up at the prospect.
"Indeed," Lu Qing replied. "I can see that you're full of vigor, Magu. Your knife skills are harmonious and effortless, indicating significant improvement. Zian, your staff techniques have also progressed, and there's a hint of perfection in your movements. Let's see how far you've come since we last practiced together during our journey here."
"Then let's demonstrate our skills for you!" Magu exclaimed eagerly, and Wei Zian nodded in agreement.
Both Magu and Wei Zian were well aware of Lu Qing's extraordinary cultivation level. They knew that even ordinary Precelestial Realm experts were no match for him. Now that he had offered to guide them, they were thrilled at the opportunity.
"Magu, your progress is impressive. Your cultivation has reached the pinnacle of the Sinew and Bone Realm, and you're just a step away from the Internal Organs Realm," Lu Qing remarked after watching Magu perform a set of the Mountain and Sea Knife techniques. He couldn't help but feel a sense of surprise at Magu's advancement.
Magu's Breakthrough
"I never would've guessed that it was because of this." Magu scratched his head. "I've been driving the carriage lately, and before I knew it, I broke through."
Lu Qing nodded, understanding what had happened. Ever since he had inscribed the array on the carriage, their speed had increased significantly. And when the two horses pulling the carriage transformed into Dragon-Blooded Stallions, their velocity had soared to new heights.
Driving a carriage at such incredible speeds was no easy feat. Magu had to focus all his attention on controlling it, leaving no room for error. One wrong move, and the carriage could veer off course and topple into a ditch.
Moreover, Lu Qing and his companions had been traveling non-stop for days, giving Magu an extended period of intense training in carriage driving. This had undoubtedly honed his mental focus to a remarkable degree.
It was no surprise, then, that Magu was on the cusp of a breakthrough to the Internal Organs Realm. With further refinement and cultivation, he might even achieve the level of a Martial Arts Master—a prospect that would have seemed unimaginable not long ago.
Lu Qing explained these insights to Magu, and the middle-aged man stood there, stunned, unable to believe what he was hearing.
"Brother Lu Qing, are you saying I have a chance to become a Martial Arts Master?" Magu asked, his eyes wide with wonder.
"It's up to you, Magu," Lu Qing replied. "But the mental fortitude you've developed lately is extraordinary and rivals that of many who have perfected the Internal Organs Realm. With dedicated cultivation and hard work, anything is possible."
Magu stood there, frozen in place, his mind blank as he tried to process this unexpected news.
Lu Qing didn't interrupt his train of thought but instead gave him space to digest this life-changing information.
After a while, Magu snapped out of his daze and looked at Lu Qing with newfound determination. "Brother Lu Qing, what should I do now?"
"It's simple," Lu Qing said with a smile. "Why don't you start by breaking through to the Internal Organs Realm? You've accumulated more than enough; all you need is that final push."
With that, Lu Qing extended a finger and touched Magu's body. "Don't resist. Calm your qi and focus your mind on sensing the changes in the force I'm exerting on you."
Magu closed his eyes and concentrated, following Lu Qing's instructions.
Lu Qing nodded in approval, recognizing the benefits of Magu's recent carriage-driving endeavors. Magu had learned to easily gather his mental focus.
Without further ado, Lu Qing began to tap gently on Magu's body with his finger, infusing each tap with a unique force that dispersed Magu's qi and blood, guiding it to permeate his five viscera and six bowels.
Magu devoted his full attention to sensing the changes in his qi and blood, feeling how Lu Qing's peculiar force rippled through his body, vibrating his five viscera and six bowels.
Gradually, a sense of understanding began to dawn on him.
The next moment, Magu's qi and blood started to move in sync with his thoughts, vibrating in harmony with the strange frequency he had sensed from Lu Qing's force.
"You grasped it quickly," Lu Qing remarked, withdrawing his finger and ceasing his actions.
But Magu, having grasped the essence of this technique, continued to vibrate his qi and blood on his own, maintaining the strange frequency and directing it toward his internal organs.
After a while, Magu's body suddenly trembled, and a powerful aura emanated from him. At the same time, his eyes flew open, shining with joy.
(End of Chapter)
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