Chapter 400: Five Elements Organ Tempering Balm
Chapter 400: Five Elements Organ Tempering Balm (Requesting Monthly Votes)
Lin Qi let Xiaochan control the Smart Robot to prepare tea.
The leaves had been purchased from Crimson Heaven Residence at a steep price, reserved strictly for entertaining friends and elders.
Today’s visit from Dean Liu finally justified their use.
“Gluh~”
Dean Liu took a small sip from the steaming cup handed by the robot.
“This tea’s excellent. You’ve spared no effort, Lin Qi.”
Lin Qi sat beside him, sipping his own tea. Warmth spread through his body while his mind sharpened, clarity washing over him.
“Dean, what’s the good news?”
Dean Liu waved his hand. The Smart Robot placed an obsidian steel case on the table.
“Previously, your Awakening Fruit fetched 300 million Xia Kingdom Currency plus 500 million worth of cultivation resources.”
“As you know, the Awakening Fruit was consumed by Wei Peng. My trading partner was actually Wei Peng’s father.”
“He’s agreed to procure some Organ Cultivation Stage resources for me.”
Lin Qi eyed the obsidian steel case curiously. Dean Liu pressed a switch, and the case snapped open.
Inside lay three vials containing a golden ointment-like substance.
Dean Liu picked one up and explained, “At the Fifth Realm Organ Cultivation Stage, the most common resource is Organ Cultivation Stage Serum.”
“But there are rarer treasures.”
“This Five Elements Organ Tempering Balm was specifically prepared for the Fifth Realm Organ Cultivation Stage.”
“Your Awakened Specialty Ability is metallic, so they customized a metallic-type Healing Balm—it’s golden in appearance.”
“It’ll effectively temper your internal organs.”
“Each vial’s worth 50 million Xia Kingdom Currency. You won’t find it for sale at Crimson Heaven Residence.”
Lin Qi stared at the three vials. Their combined price matched the Life Water’s 50 million each, totaling 150 million. Adding the Tiger Bone Pill’s 90 million, the total now reached 240 million.
Yet his heart soared—this Five Elements Organ Tempering Balm would dramatically accelerate his cultivation progress.
“Thank you, Dean!”
Dean Liu took another sip, waving dismissively, “No need for gratitude.”
“This is what you’ve earned!”
“Now, adding the 300 million Currency and the Tiger Bone Pill, we’re at 540 million. There’s still 260 million worth of resources left.”
“I’ll arrange superior resources to help you break through to the Sixth Realm sooner.”
He stood, “From now on, Lin Qi, cultivate diligently!”
“The Heavenly Dome Institute’s leaders are already planning a small Martial Arts Competition.”
“A contest for all our prodigies!”
“Given the national investment, the rewards will be extraordinary.”
“You must seize this opportunity!”
Lin Qi nodded solemnly, “Understood.”
...
Minutes later, Dean Liu departed.
The living room emptied except for Lin Qi, who stared at the three vials on the table, pondering Dean’s words.
The Global Martial Arts Championship was eight months away.
Before then, Xia Kingdom’s Heavenly Dome Institute would host its internal Martial Arts competition.
Four grades would compete.
“At my current talent, breaking through to the Sixth Realm and winning the championship in two or three months is unrealistic.”
“At best, I’ll strive for a higher rank.”
“But at least I must surpass Du Shanyan and Chu Yu first.”
Thinking of Shen Heng—the Sss-Rank Genius nearing the Seventh Realm breakthrough—Lin Qi knew defeating him would require more time.
But Du Shanyan and Chu Yu were different.
They’d just reached the Sixth Realm. Their Martial Spirit Techniques weren’t vastly superior.
The key lay in Body Constitution. With more resources, his Vital Energy stat could surge.
His exceptional physical talent gave him a chance to defeat them!
“Ding!”
“Master, Teacher Mu Hong is calling!”
Xiaochan’s voice interrupted Lin Qi’s thoughts.
She raised her jade hand, and a green holographic screen materialized.
The black-robed Mu Hong appeared.
“Teacher!”
Seeing Lin Qi, the black-robed Mu Hong nodded, “You should be at Heavenly Dome Institute now.”
“I’m stationed at Ironclad Fortress Town. I’ll return later.”
Lin Qi nodded. The current Eighth Stage Mu Hong had heavy responsibilities, making constant school attendance impossible.
“Lin Qi, you’re currently Fifth Realm Organ Cultivation Stage.”
“Besides consuming resources, practicing Primordial Energy Martial Arts, and using the Gravity Chamber, there’s another method to accelerate your Vital Energy stat and cultivation.”
Lin Qi’s eyes lit up, “What method?”
Mu Hong smiled, “Before Gravity Chambers existed, humans trained underwater.”
“Water’s resistance far exceeds air. Swinging weapons demands greater strength and endurance.”
“Your movements slow, requiring heightened focus and control.”
“Underwater training strengthens internal organs. Holding your breath while consuming resources enhances organ tempering effects.”
“Though Gravity Chambers have replaced this method, many martial artists still use it when reaching the Fifth Realm.”
“You should try it too!”
“Moreover, in the Otherworld’s 3x Gravity environment, water resistance intensifies further.”
Lin Qi found the method increasingly appealing.
“Understood. Thank you for the guidance, Teacher.”
Mu Hong chuckled, “No need to thank me. You’ll discover this method eventually.”
“I look forward to the surprises awaiting me upon my return!”
After ending the call, Lin Qi strode to the villa’s rooftop.
There stood a massive swimming pool—25 meters long, 10 meters wide.
“So the pool serves this purpose too.”
His earlier confusion about the villa’s large pool dissolved.
Returning inside, he changed into an old Battle Suit, grabbed the Tiger Slaughter Long Spear, inhaled deeply, and leapt into the pool.
“Splash!”
The impact plunged him into the water, immediately feeling the pressure of 3x Gravity.
His body sank to the pool’s bottom.
“Gluh!!”
Swinging the spear felt clumsy—his movements uncontrolled, body buoyant.
The 3x Gravity amplified resistance, demanding greater strength and stamina for each strike.
As he moved, his organs endured intense compression, churning painfully.
Minutes later, he surfaced, climbing ashore.
“Cough, cough~”
His organs burned, discomfort spreading.
“Effective!”
Though pained, Lin Qi knew this damage—once healed—would strengthen his organ functionality.
Determined, he rushed back, snatching a Five Elements Organ Tempering Balm vial.
Its golden balm shimmered enticingly.
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(End of Chapter)
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