Chapter 9: The Initial Realm
Chapter 9: The Initial Realm
"What kind of martial art is this?"
Shen Yi opened his eyes, as if breaking through some bottleneck, his body coursed with a powerful force, far surpassing the limits of the human body.
The Demon Subjugation Blade Technique and Cloud Piercing Long Fist he had practiced earlier were already considered superior, created by the Demon Suppressing Bureau by compiling various martial arts to form an expedited method.
After mastering these techniques, he was astonished by his newfound strength, speed, and agility.
But this short seventy-eight-character technique made him feel like he had entered an entirely new world, a sense of inexplicable transcendence, as if he was about to ascend to a whole new level.
"It's no longer about tapping into the potential within the body, but about using external forces to refine oneself."
"Is it because the external forces are insufficient, leading to slow progress?"
Shen Yi understood the underlying principle, but he didn't have a good solution.
During his previous attempt at comprehending the martial art, he realized that the entire process of cultivation was closely related to his current state.
If he wasn't mistaken, by consuming essence-rich medicinal pills beforehand and then comprehending the martial art, he could leverage the power of the medicine to accelerate his progress.
However, where would he find such a pill?
His past life seemed impressive, but in reality, he was a gambler who squandered his earnings and official salary on gambling. The money he had was barely enough to sustain him until the next month's salary.
Moreover, each attempt at comprehension took a year, and ordinary medicines had little effect; only true heavenly treasures would be of use.
"Damn that gambling fool... I'll have to deal with this later."
Shen Yi looked at the seemingly abundant demon lifespan and continued to infuse it into his body with confidence.
【Year 16: You have exhausted all your essence, nurturing your entire skeletal system.】
【Year 26: The medicinal power is insufficient, and progress is slow...】
【Year 38: Half of your skeletal system has been nurtured, but collecting essence from ordinary food is proving to be ineffective.】
Shen Yi's expression gradually changed, and his eyes reflected a hint of tension.
【Year 52: After many years of accumulation, you break through the Bone Gate, achieving Minor Mastery in the first volume of the Gale Thunder Volume.】
It was only when these words appeared that Shen Yi realized he had been holding his breath for so long that he had forgotten to breathe.
However, the rewards were substantial.
Not only did his body undergo a significant transformation, but his bones, hidden beneath the skin, were now as sturdy as iron, unbreakable. Furthermore, the feeling of transcendence in his mind became more intense, like sweet honey, drawing him closer unconsciously.
The mysterious realm gradually unveiled itself to Shen Yi.
He gritted his teeth and went all-in.
【Year 89: You have become accustomed to slowly accumulating essence, year after year, day after day, becoming increasingly skilled at nurturing your body with essence.】
【Year 106: You suddenly notice changes in your skin, but you feel no surprise, as if everything is as it should be. You achieve Major Mastery in the first volume of the Gale Thunder Volume.】
This time, Shen Yi didn't even pause. He felt he was getting closer and closer to that realm.
His entire body went numb as he continued to pour the demon lifespan into himself.
Only the final hurdle of bones, muscles, skin, and flesh remained.
【Year 182: You cook a meal as usual, take a bite, and find it tasteless. Suddenly, you sense that there's something better to eat in this world.】
【It's everywhere, yet elusive.】
【You look down at yourself and suddenly realize that the so-called transcendence is that the juicy duck leg in your hand has become a mundane object to you.】
【After over a hundred years of nurturing, your body has become the perfect vessel for the elusive... The first volume of the Gale Thunder Volume is perfected.】
Shen Yi closed his eyes, feeling like that realm was within reach, just a step away.
The Initial Realm represented a new beginning, a chance to live anew in this world with a different stance.
But now, no matter what, he couldn't take that step.
Because the Seventy-Eight Character Mantra ended here.
A surge of anger rose within Shen Yi's mind, "Why didn't you finish writing it? What's with this half-heartedness? What's the point of reaching Perfection if you can't go further?" He abruptly stood up, intending to take a step, but his face paled slightly.
The feeling of weakness throughout his body and the changes after mastering the Demon Subjugation Blade Technique paled in comparison to this moment.
Shen Yi even felt a hint of confusion. He had only lifted his hand slightly, yet it felt like he could easily overturn this small shed.
Following that, he began performing rehabilitation exercises like a waking plant.
Just then, Chen Ji's voice called out from outside, "Meal's ready!"
The aroma of steamed rice wafted from inside the room, causing Shen Yi to furrow his brows. Two emotions clashed within his mind—one was his habitual hunger, and the other was a lack of appetite.
In the end, the former prevailed.
Shen Yi quickly stepped out of the room.
The living space was indeed cramped. Usually, the siblings would cook their meals and then return to their rooms to eat at their leisure.
Today, with one more person, Chen Ji somehow found a small table and set it up in the tiny open space.
Shen Yi watched as Chen Ji brought the food into the room and closed the door for Chen Jinyu. He couldn't help but feel speechless, "I'm not that kind of person."
"It's not personal. She's used to being alone."
Chen Ji silently squatted back by the table, serving rice and wiping the chopsticks for Shen Yi.
As they spoke, the wooden door quietly opened a crack, revealing Chen Jinyu's curious eyes as she peeked outside.
"..." Shen Yi smirked.
"..." Chen Ji's movement of serving rice paused, and after a moment of silence, he sighed, "If you want to come out, just come out."
Chen Jinyu pushed open the door, holding a rice bowl, and squatted down beside the table, her lips curled up shyly, adding a touch of sweetness to her quiet demeanor.
She always listened to her brother's words and didn't want to cause more trouble for her already busy and anxious brother.
But that didn't mean she didn't have her own thoughts.
For instance, today, her brother's actions would undoubtedly create a rift with his superiors.
If it was just to prevent the Flower Snatcher, then so be it.
But in Chen Jinyu's opinion, a man who noticed the hint of disappointment in other girls' eyes when he helped her up in the tea house vegetable garden and was willing to temporarily take on the role of their brother, how bad could he really be?
As she thought this, her curiosity drew her gaze to the opposite side, meeting Shen Yi's eyes.
The two shared a smile.
"Crack!"
Chen Ji clutched his chopsticks, his smile not reaching his eyes as he stared at Shen Yi.
You scoundrel! You're not that kind of person? Huh! You're not that kind of person?
"Let's eat," Shen Yi withdrew his gaze, feeling a bit helpless.
With only a year of lifespan left, how could he have such thoughts?
It was just that he had obtained the Gale Thunder Volume, felt good about it, and found this girl's thoughts intriguing as she pretended to be clueless.
Even if he were to extend his lifespan by chance, he would still want to find one... or several.
Shen Yi preferred women with plumper figures, slightly older, and with less innocence and more seductiveness in their eyes.
At this thought, Shen Yi suddenly realized something, wait a minute...
Refining Essence into the Body, Mortals' Peak!
Doesn't it grant longevity? I could live two more years by practicing Tai Chi in the park!
The next moment, the information he had overlooked due to his initial immersion in the Initial Realm slowly surfaced.
【Remaining Lifespan: Twenty-One Years】
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(End of Chapter)
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