Chapter 6: Making Up the Bone Refining Realm and Its Levels
Chapter 6: Making Up the Bone Refining Realm and Its Levels
"Bone refining is an intricate art, and it is divided into different levels..."
Although Xu Yan's question about bone refining caught Li Xuan off guard, he remained calm and collected. After all, he had been a web novel writer in his past life, and with his improved memory and sharper mind from consuming the Nine-Leaf Spirit Herb chicken soup, coming up with fabrications on the spot was not a difficult task.
"Today, I will explain to you in detail the knowledge of bone refining.
Bone refining is an extremely important foundation that cannot be taken lightly. It is closely tied to the strength of your martial path. As the saying goes, 'If the bones are not strong, the body cannot be powerful...'"
Li Xuan's mind raced as he began to weave his fabrication in an organized manner.
The theories he presented captivated Xu Yan, who nodded frequently, occasionally having moments of enlightenment.
"I never knew bone refining had so many intricacies. I'm fortunate that Master often teaches me to calm my mind and not be impetuous. Otherwise, if I had rushed through bone refining without understanding these subtleties, I would have cut off my own path to martial arts."
Xu Yan's heart was filled with gratitude.
"Indeed, I must heed Master's teachings and not be hasty. I need to be calm and focus on gaining insights!"
The more he listened, the more he realized the profound nature of the bone refining stage. He was convinced that once he completed bone refining, his strength would increase severalfold.
"I have almost perfected skin refining, and once I finish it, I must take time to thoroughly understand the essence of bone refining before starting. I must not rush into it!"
Xu Yan made up his mind.
Li Xuan, pleased with his own fabrication, paid close attention to Xu Yan's expression. He was satisfied with his disciple's attentive demeanor and nodded with relief. "Disciple, remember this well. Starting your cultivation journey slowly does not mean that your future progress will also be slow.
Just like constructing a building, a strong foundation is crucial. If the foundation is not sturdy and the roots are not stable, it won't withstand the wind and rain, and it will easily collapse. The same principle applies to cultivation. Pursuing speed in the early stages will only hinder your potential and limit your future in martial arts...
Throughout history, countless cultivators who rushed through the initial stages, appearing to be prodigies, eventually faltered due to their weak foundations. Their progress slowed, and some even reached their upper limits, unable to progress further."
Li Xuan's intention behind these words was to comfort Xu Yan. Although he hadn't sensed qi and blood yet, it was important to emphasize the importance of a solid foundation during this initial stage, rather than chasing speed.
However, Xu Yan's spirits were lifted as he interpreted the words differently. "Master is reminding me that even though my cultivation speed can't compare to ancient prodigies, as long as my foundation is solid, I can still surpass them in the future!"
"Master has high hopes for me, and I must not let him down!"
"I will build a strong foundation and surpass those ancient prodigies!"
Xu Yan's heart was filled with determination and gratitude. He bowed respectfully and said, "Master, rest assured, I will keep your teachings close to my heart. I will not be hasty or impulsive. I will solidify my foundation and will not let you down!"
Li Xuan nodded with relief. "I'm glad that you understand my intentions, and it brings me great comfort."
He breathed a sigh of relief internally. "Finally, I've managed to convince him again. Even if it takes a month or two without sensing qi and blood, he should be able to remain patient, right? Moreover, after consuming the Nine-Leaf Spirit Herb chicken soup, my body has become stronger, and his body should also be improving. He must attribute it to his cultivation."
"However, deception can only last for so long, especially when it comes to cultivation. Xu Yan's intellect isn't the sharpest, but I still need to come up with a plan to extricate myself from this situation. After all, he has connections and influence."
With Xu Yan's mindset stabilized, the next steps would be much easier. All he needed to do was continue his cultivation.
There was still a long way to go before the year was up.
"Master, you mentioned that bone refining is divided into levels. Are there any specific intricacies to this?" Xu Yan asked respectfully.
"Yes, bone refining indeed has different levels," Li Xuan replied, his heart skipping a beat as he had almost forgotten to fabricate the levels of bone refining.
"I'll make the bone refining process sound more challenging. Since Xu Yan hasn't even sensed qi and blood yet, let alone achieved skin refining, the more advanced bone refining would certainly be out of his reach.
If he fails to make progress after a long time, he will eventually give up, blaming his lack of talent, and voluntarily leave, feeling ashamed that he couldn't live up to my expectations...
If I offer him another option, such as letting his future children try to become my disciples, it gives him a glimmer of hope. Even if he fails, he might still have his children take up the path.
This way, the chances of my deception being uncovered are even lower, and I can also gain another disciple gift in the future..."
Having deceived him once, Li Xuan didn't mind doing it again.
He thought to himself that once this matter was settled and he successfully left the small mountain village, he would hide in the Kingdom of Wu. That way, the chances of encountering Xu Yan again would be minuscule.
With Xu Yan's disciple gift, he could also live a slightly more comfortable life in the Kingdom of Wu.
Composing himself, Li Xuan spoke solemnly, "The path of bone refining is divided into four levels: Iron Bone Refining, Bronze Bone Refining, Gold Bone Refining, and Jade Bone Refining..."
Xu Yan's eyes lit up with excitement, and he asked, "So, Iron Bone, Bronze Bone, Gold Bone, and Jade Bone are the four stages of bone refining?"
Li Xuan shook his head. "Not exactly. These are the four levels of bone refining, representing the upper limits of one's martial path and their overall strength."
"Iron Bone is the level that most ordinary cultivators reach. By tempering their bones with qi and blood, they become as hard as iron, impervious to ordinary blades. However, Iron Bone is merely ordinary, and the upper limit of one's martial arts is not particularly high.
Bronze Bone is a step above Iron Bone. Those who achieve it have bones like bronze, and even after death, their bodies will not decay for a thousand years. Once you attain Bronze Bone, your foundation is already solid, and your upper limit in martial arts is higher. This can be considered an above-average achievement.
Only by refining Gold Bone can one truly be considered a prodigy!"
As Li Xuan spoke, his expression turned solemn. "Throughout history, all true prodigies have refined Gold Bone!"
Xu Yan's excitement grew, and his eyes sparkled as he asked, "Master, how does one refine Gold Bone?"
Seeing Xu Yan's enthusiastic reaction, Li Xuan couldn't help but feel speechless. This fellow actually thought he could achieve Gold Bone?
This was all just a fabrication!
"Calm your mind and don't be hasty," Li Xuan said in a low voice.
"Yes, Master!" Xu Yan quickly composed himself and sat up straight.
"Once Gold Bone is achieved, even if one dies and is buried underground for tens of thousands of years, the bones will remain golden and indestructible, surpassing even steel. However, throughout the ages, only one in a million cultivators has been able to refine Gold Bone."
Li Xuan continued, his voice grave, "When I say one in a million, I mean one in a million among prodigies!"
"Master, are there also different grades of prodigies?" Xu Yan asked curiously.
"Of course!" Li Xuan nodded. "Just as there are varying degrees of beauty among women, the same is true for prodigies."
Xu Yan understood. "I see. Just like the Spring Fragrance Tower in Donghe County, the top-ranked courtesan is already a rare beauty, but the top courtesan possesses even greater allure!"
Li Xuan's eyes held a strange look as he secretly gritted his teeth. No wonder he's the son of a wealthy family. He must have frequented brothels. I want to go too!
"Master, I was just using it as an analogy. I've never been to those places!" Xu Yan said, noticing Li Xuan's odd gaze, and he quickly averted his eyes, feeling embarrassed.
(End of Chapter)
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