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Chapter 82: The Underdog's Journey - The Heaven Bottle, Tang Shenwang's Entry (Part 1)
Chapter 82: The Underdog's Journey - The Heaven Bottle, Tang Shenwang's Entry (Part 1)
Lin Fan possessed an exceptional cultivation talent, the highest grade among his peers. The amount of Spirit Qi one could absorb in a given period varied depending on their talent. If one's talent allowed them to absorb 'Yi Fan' worth of Spirit Qi with each breath, then they could be considered exceptional.
After merging with others' talents, Lin Fan could attempt to absorb Spirit Qi and then subtract 'Yi Fan' from the total. The remaining amount would be 'Ji Fan', providing a clear distinction.
"Speaking of which, everyone else uses others as a unit of measurement, but in my case, why did it become myself?"
For example, Yi Shuang, Yi Hua Xi Bi~
Shared!
Lin Fan first ended the talent sharing with others, then he individually initiated Qiu Yongqin's talent sharing, and proceeded to cultivate and absorb Spirit Qi.
A moment later, Lin Fan opened his eyes.
"Approximately two Yi Fan?"
"The speed of absorbing Spirit Qi is close to mine."
"This is a bit strange."
Something felt off!
According to Lin Fan's speculation, his exceptional talent should correspond to a C-grade at most, far from the A-grade by a long shot.
How could he meet the sharing conditions?
Could it be that his memory had issues during the crossing, and it wasn't just the A-grade and above that could share, but the C-grade was sufficient? "..."
"..."
"Hmm?"
"Wait."
"Qiu Yongqin is different from the others, he can't be treated the same."
Lin Fan had a sudden realization.
"Others' talents might be innate, and they've always been this way, so it's straightforward. But Qiu Yongqin is different. Even yesterday when I shared talents, he didn't have it."
"In other words, his talent must have improved between yesterday and today, meeting the sharing conditions."
"Moreover, an A-grade talent isn't necessarily a cultivation talent, it could be other talents!"
"Or perhaps..."
"There's an external object that can enhance and empower him, giving him an A-grade talent, but I don't have that item, so in terms of perception, Qiu Yongqin's talent only brings a boost of Yi Fan, the same as mine."
"Although it's just a guess, it's highly likely."
Lin Fan was certain that before this, Qiu Yongqin's talent was inferior to his.
When they entered the sect in their time, there were strict and comprehensive talent tests, so it was evident who had superior talents.
"This is a bit odd."
"A talent that improves over time, this type of person..."
"Could it be an underdog protagonist?!"
Protagonists, in the end, could be categorized into three types.
The Underdog.
The Pseudo-Underdog.
The Genius Invincible.
About a decade before Lin Fan's crossing, the underdog archetype dominated, it was a trend, and at that time, the majority of fantasy and cultivation novels were of the underdog genre.
After the Yan Emperor, the pseudo-underdog type started to thrive.
Simultaneously, the genius invincible archetype also witnessed a rapid 'rise'.
The invincible archetype had a branch, with representatives like Ye Liangchen, Oh, perhaps including Ye Liangchen.
But in recent years, it's almost impossible to see the rise of underdog protagonists.
Before this, Lin Fan had almost overlooked the underdog archetype in this 'setting'.
But at this moment, Qiu Yongqin's transformation made him suddenly realize.
The Immortal Martial Continent was vast, with a population that was practically countless. Having an underdog protagonist wasn't strange!
Wait!
"Something's wrong!"
Lin Fan frowned, "Having an underdog protagonist isn't strange, but what's strange is why it happens to be in the Moonseizing Sect?"
"Furthermore, there's Xiao Ling'er as well."
"Fan Jianqiang is an exception, as I personally brought him here."
"What about the Emperor-like Wang Teng? He can also be categorized as an exceptional genius, just that he's being stepped on by the protagonist."
"Now, there's another underdog Qiu Yongqin?"
"In this small area, not to mention the entire Immortal Martial Continent, even within the Southwest Region, it's just a tiny place, and one after another, so many protagonist templates or exceptional geniuses have appeared??"
"This is clearly not right!"
"And what about me?"
Lin Fan wouldn't be delusional, but he also wouldn't belittle himself.
No matter how you look at it, he should be considered one of the 'protagonist templates', right? If you include me, how many geniuses and protagonist templates have appeared in this small place?
"When did protagonist templates start to become so prevalent? This is strange!"
"But we can't jump to conclusions too quickly."
"Perhaps, Qiu Yongqin just had a fortunate opportunity, and isn't a protagonist template."
"Let's wait until we bring him back and understand the situation clearly."
Shaking his head lightly, he set aside these thoughts and began to share battle prowess.
Currently, Lin Fan was at the Fourth Cavern Realm, First Layer.
Fan Jianqiang was at the Fourth Realm, Third Layer; Xiao Ling'er at the Fourth Realm, First Layer; Wang Teng at the Fourth Realm, First Layer.
After sharing their battle prowess, Lin Fan's cultivation temporarily rose to the Cavern Realm, Eighth Layer, not far from the Ninth Layer.
Adding Qiu Yongqin's Second Essence Condensation Realm, Fifth Layer... it was still the Cavern Realm, Eighth Layer, with no significant change.
After all, the Second Realm cultivation, when brought to the Fourth Realm, was indeed insufficient, especially at this stage of the Fourth Realm, Eighth or Ninth Layer.
"Indeed, a fortuitous encounter."
"When he left, he was at the Second Realm, Second or Third Layer, right? In about ten days, he's already at the Fifth Layer, improving by two or three small realms."
"Worth paying attention to!"
At this moment, Lin Fan wanted to understand Qiu Yongqin's situation, and for a while, his cultivation was affected.
But he quickly adjusted his mindset and entered a state of cultivation.
Jade Lynx Palace.
Wang Yulin, after a busy day, instinctively called out, “Teng-er.”
With no response for a long time, he frowned, “The Young Palace Master hasn’t returned yet?”
“Sect Master,” an Elder clasped his fists, “The Young Palace Master went out to fetch seawater and hasn’t returned yet. However, he did use the teleportation array to go to the South Sea. Calculating the time, he should be back soon.”
“What did he go to fetch seawater for?”
“Apparently, it’s for cultivating the Invincible Technique.”
“???”
Wang Yulin was puzzled, “The Great Sun Heaven Devastation clearly relies on an unusual flame, depending on the ferocity and unique operation of the flame. Why would he need seawater?”
“Does Teng-er think he’s being deceived by Lin Fan?”
“This... Sect Master, I don’t know. I asked the Young Palace Master, but he didn’t want to say.” The Elder was helpless.
“Never mind.”
Wang Yulin sighed lightly, “My son has the potential of an Imperator...”
Just then, an Elder came to report, “The Young Palace Master has returned!”
A moment later, Wang Teng returned with a joyful expression.
“Father.”
“Good to have you back.” Wang Yulin sighed with relief, “Was the journey dangerous?”
“No danger. I just went to fetch some seawater, which is unowned.”
“That’s good, but... Teng-er, think carefully. Your master, I mean your Uncle Lin, did he teach you the Invincible Technique correctly? Is there anything wrong with it?”
“Anything wrong?”
Wang Teng shook his head, “Nothing is wrong.”
“Then why did you fetch seawater? The Invincible Technique is clearly a raging flame, extremely hot. As the saying goes, water and fire don’t mix...”
“Father, you don’t understand!”
“I have also taken a Dao Heart Vow about the Invincible Technique, not to reveal it to outsiders.”
Feeling questioned by his father, Wang Teng was rather displeased, “Moreover, the Invincible Technique is different from what you imagine. It is extremely profound and mysterious. I have a use for the seawater.”
“Father, don’t worry about it.”
“Once I succeed in my cultivation, I will be peerless at my level, and becoming an immortal and ancestor is just a matter of-time!”
Wang Yulin: “(⊙o⊙)…”
“Fine, fine, fine!”
Is that what you’re saying?
He could only say, “Very well, you’ve always been independent since you were young. I suppose you won’t be easily deceived, but this matter is serious. You must be careful.”
“I know, Father. I’ll stop chatting and go to the secret chamber to cultivate the Invincible Technique!”
“...”
Watching Wang Teng quickly walk away, Wang Yulin was speechless.
What a ‘you don’t understand.’
I’m hundreds of years old, and I’ve eaten more salt than you’ve eaten rice. You say I don’t understand?!
But then he thought, my son, if I don’t spoil you, who will?
It hurts!
Damn!
Entering the secret chamber, Wang Teng waved his hand, activating the formation, isolating the inside from the outside.
“Begin!”
He took a deep breath, took out a ball of seawater, and began to follow what Lin Fan had said, attempting to ‘electrolyze water’ and distinguish and extract the so-called ‘hydrogen.’
As a Fourth Realm cultivator, performing a few minor spells was effortless for him.
Even without a lightning affinity, using Lightning spells wasn’t too difficult, though it wasn’t as smooth as it would be with a natural affinity.
However, he soon realized that while electrolyzing water wasn’t difficult, separating the oxygen and hydrogen produced was very challenging.
Not to mention separating them.
Even observing and distinguishing between them was exceptionally hard.
He opened his divine sense and repeated the process dozens of times, nearly fainting from exhaustion, but only barely managed to distinguish between oxygen and hydrogen.
However, he was both tired and happy.
Though it was tiring and difficult, it at least proved that his master hadn’t deceived him!
Electrolyzing water really did yield hydrogen and oxygen!
Next, he had to try collecting, separating, and understanding hydrogen, and then figure out how to produce deuterium...
For Wang Teng, a difficult and arduous period was about to begin.
But he was undeterred, finding joy in every small progress, which left him exhilarated and brimming with a sense of achievement.
...
That evening, on Great Green Mountain.
Li Changshou searched tirelessly for Qiu Yongqin’s whereabouts, finally arriving here. His divine sense swept the area, and he finally found Qiu Yongqin.
“Hmm? Hiding in a wild bear’s den, living with wild bears?”
“His physical condition is excellent, and he hasn’t suffered any harm. Instead, he broke through three minor realms in just a few days.”
“But his divine sense seems to have been somewhat shaken.”
“...”
After a brief analysis and confirming that Qiu Yongqin was unharmed, Li Changshou put his mind at ease and flashed to appear before Qiu Yongqin.
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Li Changshou sighed, “However, I have a mission. No matter what, you must return with me.”
“Even if you have a thousand reasons, discuss them with the Sect Master.”
"The Sect Master's character, you should also understand a thing or two," said Li Changshou. "He has principles and acknowledges reason. If you have any matters, you can speak to the Sect Master directly."
"It's likely the Sect Master won't make things too difficult for you," Li Changshou added. "Of course, this is under the premise that your reasons are reasonable."
Qiu Yongqin remained silent for a moment before letting out a deep sigh. "Third Elder, it's not that I don't want to return to the sect, but if I were to get involved with the Moonseizing Sect again, I fear it would be detrimental to the sect."
"Protecting disciples is the responsibility of the sect," Li Changshou said briefly.
"Come with me."
"Or I'll take you back by force," he added.
Qiu Yongqin was taken aback. He had been expecting a reasonable discussion, but instead, Li Changshou was being forceful. Qiu Yongqin knew his own abilities and limitations, and he was no match for Li Changshou.
The emerald bottle he possessed was mysterious and helped him in his cultivation, but it wasn't enough. He was still no match for Li Changshou's power.
It was better to be obedient and avoid conflict. After all, he didn't have any ill intentions and didn't want to implicate the sect.
"Third Elder, I'll go with you," Qiu Yongqin said finally.
Li Changshou smiled slightly and used his powerful magic to sweep Qiu Yongqin up, and the two of them shot out of the cave, breaking through the air.
As they flew, the wind rushed past Qiu Yongqin's ears. He felt a mix of emotions, but Li Changshou remained calm and didn't ask him any questions.
However, Qiu Yongqin couldn't bear the silence and spoke up, "I don't want to implicate the sect."
"Because I will have to kill people, and maybe even go on a killing spree," he continued. "If the sect gets implicated because of my personal affairs, I won't be able to live with myself."
Li Changshou's expression turned thoughtful. "If I'm not mistaken, your hometown is on Great Green Mountain, right?
(End of Chapter)
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