Chapter 484: Mastering the Myriad Flow Current
Chapter 484: Mastering the Myriad Flow Current (Requesting Monthly Votes)
Martial Dao Calendar, June 13, 2048
“Breaking news: Our nation has officially named the Level 10 Disaster Beast discovered in the White Eagle Federation—the Thunderpaw Ravager.”
“This is the second known Level 10 Disaster Beast to appear.”
“In the White Eagle Federation, over 3,000 martial artists have perished combating the Thunderpaw Ravager, including three 8th Stage specialists and twenty Seventh Realm experts.”
“Civilian casualties exceed 40,000 deaths, with 180,000 injured…”
Lin Qi signed for a mysterious manual from a courier before returning to the martial arts training hall, where he caught the breaking news on screen.
A Level 10 Disaster Beast—the Thunderpaw Ravager!
As Lin Qi muttered to himself, group chats erupted with discussions about the beast. In the Heavenly Dome Institute student group, Dean Liu had posted detailed updates:
[Level 10 Disaster Beast: Thunderpaw Ravager]
[Description: 700 meters in length, resembling a colossal lion. Its body is cloaked in deep-blue lightning-infused fur, with dazzling arcs of electricity crackling between the strands.]
[Six massive thunder spines protrude from its back, granting it mastery over lightning forces…]
After reading the details, Lin Qi couldn’t help but shake his head. The name was apt. A 700-meter-long monstrosity—compared to a mere 10-meter beast capable of razing cities, this one could reshape entire landscapes. A single strike from such a creature would likely shatter even high-stage martial artists, regardless of their armor.
What made these beasts truly terrifying wasn’t just their physical might. Their control over raw elemental forces—like the thunder conjured in battle—made them deadlier than natural disasters themselves. Reports claimed over 3,000 lives lost within hours of its emergence, including several elite martial artists. A few more of these beasts, and no nation would survive.
Compounding the crisis, three new Level 9 Disaster Beasts had also been sighted.
Lin Qi immediately suspected the number of Primordial Energy techniques might expand to 27. Setting aside his phone, he slowly opened the Obsidian Steel Case. The more Level 10 beasts appeared, the less surprised he felt. As long as they didn’t show up in the Xia Kingdom, he’d be fine. For now, his focus remained on growing stronger.
A low hum filled the room as the case opened, revealing a violet-hued manual exuding an unusual aura. Beside it lay scrolls—purple for Level 7 and black for Level 8 Disaster Beast imprints. No Level 9 imprint was present.
Opening the manual—Atlas of Calamities—he found its cover etched with intricate patterns depicting countless Level 7, 8, and even 9 Disaster Beasts. The illustrations seemed alive, radiating a calming fragrance.
Flipping through, he found familiar cultivation methods: in the Consciousness Realm, one would manifest Level 7 Disaster Beasts through Meditative Visualization, then engage them in combat within the scroll’s projection.
Level 7 beasts differed from their weaker kin—denser musculature, enhanced durability, and Minor Divine Abilities. For most, mastering this would be daunting. Yet Lin Qi had already conjured a Level 9 Platinum Malevolence Tiger; this was trivial.
What truly intrigued him were the advanced techniques for controlling Spiritual Power—sections absent in the previous Annals of Calamities.
Basic Meditative Visualization required shaping beasts with one’s consciousness, then guiding Vital Energy to interact with the environment—simple tasks akin to walking or breathing. But advanced control bordered on martial arts mastery.
Psychoflux Wielders, for instance, channeled Spiritual Power into projectiles, wielding them with precision. The strongest could even manipulate perception, trapping foes in illusions.
Yet this manual focused on these advanced methods, with half its pages dedicated to Spiritual Power applications.
Suddenly, his eyes lit up.
“Advanced Spiritual Power techniques!”
The text elaborated on complex uses: “Spiritual Power flows like water—dividing, converging, and adapting endlessly. As power grows, it becomes an extension of one’s will, enabling increasingly refined applications…”
Excitement surged within him. He’d never considered that advanced Spiritual Power control could enhance Marrow Training. While Psychoflux Wielders lacked natural elemental advantages, their superior mental discipline allowed them to weave Spiritual Power with Vital Energy, mimicking Vital Force to boost cultivation efficiency.
Lin Qi combined the Train Marrow technique with the Platinum Demon Tiger Evolution Method—this synergy drastically increased his training efficiency.
But most cultivators couldn't pull it off. Advanced spiritual power control demanded immense spiritual strength. Usually, only those who had broken through to the Seventh Realm possessed sufficient capability. Those who reached the Seventh Realm with their spiritual power had already become Seventh Realm Martial Artists. Only Psychoflux Wielders fit the criteria.
However, Lin Qi was different. His spiritual power already exceeded his Vital Energy Stat.
Putting down the secret manual, he retrieved a bottle of Blood Flesh Harmonizer. Sitting cross-legged, he closed his eyes and began the Train Marrow technique.
These past two days, he’d consumed considerable quantities of Calamity Beast Flesh. The essence now lay dormant within his body.
"Buzz!!"
His spiritual power erupted like a storm. The world around him sharpened into crystalline clarity.
He recalled the control method described in the manual—the Myriad Flow Current. According to the text, spiritual power should be divided into countless streams like flowing water, each thread perfectly manipulatable.
Lin Qi attempted finer control, fragmenting his spiritual power into ten streams, then a hundred.
So difficult!
His brow furrowed. Sweat beaded on his forehead.
Previously, his spiritual power usage had been crude—like instinctive application. As his power grew, it felt as natural as physical development with age. Abilities once impossible became achievable automatically.
Now, studying refined control techniques made him acutely aware of his limitations.
Lin Qi steadied his breathing. Following the manual’s method, he carefully disintegrated his spiritual power, gradually integrating it into his body.
"Boom!!"
His cells erupted in activity under the Blood Flesh Harmonizer’s influence. The dormant essence within his body surged forth, absorbed rapidly.
"I can perceive my body effortlessly now."
"Martial Artists speak of the Mind's Eye—a spiritual eye observing the body’s every detail."
"The stronger the spiritual power, the sharper the Mind's Eye. Clear perception accelerates physical potential development."
Lin Qi silently analyzed. His heightened senses detected his heartbeat, blood flow, and the rhythmic pulse of his internal organs. The intricate cycles of his body were laid bare before him.
Carefully, he concentrated his fragmented spiritual power. Though arduous, he felt himself improving with every passing moment.
His spiritual power infused his blood, guiding vital energy. As special abilities merged with vital force, control became more complex.
But this also condensed his blood, allowing it to seep into his golden Demon Tiger Bone, beginning the marrow purification process.
"Buzz!!"
The bone marrow scoured his bones with searing pain. Lin Qi’s heart soared.
The sharper the pain, the better the effect.
He felt the stubborn suppression in his marrow gradually eroding. The results had doubled compared to his previous attempts.
...
Two hours later, drenched in sweat, Lin Qi’s eyes snapped open.
Golden radiance illuminated the Martial Arts Training Hall. His gaze burned like twin stars, releasing powerful spiritual waves.
"Huff! Huff!!"
He exhaled, expelling turbid qi that formed a fierce gale.
[You’ve consumed Blood Flesh Harmonizer and practiced the advanced spiritual control technique Myriad Flow Current from the Atlas of Calamities. Your innate prodigy trait allows quick mastery.]
[Applying Myriad Flow Current to Train Marrow significantly boosts efficiency. Marrow quality improves. Vital Energy Stat +20]
[Vital Energy Stat: 3880 → 3900]
...
Lin Qi stood, clenching his fist as he stared at his Status Panel.
The surging vitality within him felt endless.
His Body Constitution had made another great leap.
"Excellent. With the advanced spiritual control technique Myriad Flow Current, my Train Marrow efficiency has soared."
"Breaking through to the Seventh Realm can happen even earlier now."
He calculated mentally. Just 100 more points needed. Once he fully mastered Myriad Flow Current, his training speed would increase further.
By the time he entered Heavenly Dome Institute, he’d be ready for the Seventh Realm breakthrough.
...
Days passed uneventfully.
National College Entrance Exam results were released. Senior students scrambled to submit college applications.
But Lin Qi remained detached, continuing his cultivation at home with occasional leisure time.
He spent time with Jiang Tao and Jiang Miaoyin, exploring restaurants and tasting delicacies.
Xu Changfeng frequently invited him to Tianhai City’s most luxurious establishments.
Lin Qi experienced many rare delicacies for the first time, enjoying this balanced routine.
His mastery of Myriad Flow Current improved daily. Spiritual power and Vital Energy Stat climbed steadily toward 4000.
By July, Yujing Haoting Residential Complex, Villa 66’s Martial Arts Training Hall found him in meditation.
"Master, Jiang Tao called you an hour ago", Xiaochan reminded as Lin Qi concluded his session.
"Call back!"
During cultivation, Lin Qi always activated Do Not Disturb—only life-or-death matters could interrupt him.
The screen projected Jiang Tao’s face instantly.
"Brother Qi, disaster! A tenth-tier Disaster Beast has appeared in our Xia Kingdom!"
Lin Qi’s expression darkened instantly.
...
(End of Chapter)
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