Chapter 1, Dragon Pool

The coldness of Longtan penetrates to the bone, making even the martial arts experts dare not approach

However, the Dragon Qi is precisely the essential vital energy required for cultivating the "True Dragon Body Refinement Technique"

I have been frail and sickly since childhood. My adoptive father said it was due to a serious injury I sustained when I was young, which affected my foundation. However, as long as I put in the effort to train, I still have a chance to recover and become a martial artist. Now, I have been practicing the "True Dragon Body Refinement Technique" for eight years, and my body is indeed continuously recovering. Through mental perception, Ling Fei also noticed some changes in his bones.

Even at this moment, he felt as if his bones were being destroyed by the cold air that had entered his body

... ...

This filled Ling Fei with immense excitement, as if he had witnessed the dawn of becoming stronger

If one reaches the ninth level of body tempering, they will stand out in the Divine Selection competition, gain entry to the Divine Selection Academy, and have the opportunity to become a Divine Guardian

These cold energies are like dragons, wildly dominating, seemingly capable of destroying mountains, and that kind of power makes one feel as if their bones are about to shatter

Ling Fei gritted his teeth, striving to endure the tempering of his bones with the dragon energy of the cold pool

At this moment, Ling Fei's brows were already frosted, and a thin layer of frost crystals appeared on his cheeks

At the age of eight, Ling Fei, having heard that dragons once roamed this cold pool, came to Longtan Valley with a sense of anticipation

However, at this moment, there was still a hint of childishness evident in his handsome and delicate face

Even death

Through the swirling chill, one can faintly discern that his features are exceptionally handsome

However, this time the feeling is noticeably stronger than before

At this time of the harsh winter, the sky is filled with drifting white snow, covering the earth with a layer of silver attire

As far as the eye can see, the mountains and rivers are frozen, the earth is covered in a thick blanket of white snow, and very few people can be seen.

At this moment, on the peak of the mountain opposite Longtan Valley, there stands a man in a blue robe, standing firm against the wind like an iron spear

At this moment, the young man sat cross-legged on a rock in the cold pool, his eyes tightly closed, with the water completely submerging his upper body.

The adoptive father is clearly the driving force behind his strength.

He ... ...

If Fei'er recovers, I must also find a way to heal my injuries, thought Old Ling to himself

The pain brought by this bone-chilling cold was subsequently cast aside by him.

Upon seeing this, Elder Ling slightly furrowed his brows, and then his gaze flickered. Suddenly, a luminous pattern appeared at the center of his brow, followed by an overwhelming wave of energy that erupted forth.

What Ling Fei did not know was that the "True Dragon Body Refinement Technique" he had obtained was precisely arranged by his adoptive father

Cough cough

He immediately extended his palm to cover the corner of his mouth, but when he released it, he found that he had coughed up a mouthful of black blood

As the black energy began to dissipate in wisps, a slight sheen started to emerge on Ling Fei's bones

This injury has caused him to suffer for over a decade

This young man is named Ling Fei, and he is the son of Old Ling from the Ling Family Medical Clinic in Longtan Town

In Longtan Valley, the cold wind howls

If an ordinary warrior were to draw this cold energy into their body, they would inevitably become an ice sculpture

He still remembers the time when he appeared in the distance of the cold pool, the biting cold almost freezing him solid

This instilled confidence in Ling Fei immediately

Likewise, he began to attempt to enter this daunting cold pool for cultivation

In the beginning, he searched through various mountains and rivers to treat Ling Fei, and finally found a dragon pool here

This man is indeed Ling Fei's adoptive father, Old Ling

However

The past vividly comes to mind, leaving him somewhat nostalgic

It is hard to imagine that a mortal could actually immerse themselves in this cold pool during the icy and snowy weather

That feeling is akin to being reborn, as if a heavy burden has been lifted, bringing immense relief and exhilaration

In this blood, there are wisps of black energy swirling around

Moreover, if one continues to cultivate, it can make a person's bones as strong as those of a true dragon, impervious to divine weapons.

At a glance, it is evident that he is unwell, as if the mountain wind could casually sweep him into the eye of the valley's wind. Yet, he stands resolute like a mountain, unshakable.

This tempering process requires ninety-nine cycles to completely eliminate impurities from the bones, shedding mortal essence, and rendering the bones as hard as iron

Legend: This cold Chi is a descendant of the dragon child Chiwen, and thus Longtan Town is named after it

Old Ling's gaze suddenly flickered, and a complex expression spread across his face as he looked down at the cold pool below

The chill, drawn forth by his own hands, slithered like a dragon and a snake, penetrating his skin, traversing through flesh and blood, seeping into the meridians, and entering into the bones

Still gritting my teeth and persevering

In addition, there is a refreshing and comfortable sensation that flows into his heart from within his bones

In the past, Ling Fei had experienced a similar sensation when refining the skin membrane, muscles, and tendons with the cold Chi Dragon energy.

In the Divine Wasteland, martial arts flourish, and all mortals worship the deities

Thus, his pale complexion gradually improved, and his wan cheeks gained a touch of color.

In the Tang Empire, only by becoming a strong martial artist can one stand out.

Because this set of skills is very powerful, it can make a person as strong as a dragon or tiger, possessing astonishing divine strength

Upon closer inspection, one can see that his hands have transformed into claws, forming a corresponding posture above and below. An invisible force is converging from all directions of the cold pool towards the space between his claws

At that critical moment, a flickering light and shadow emerged from the cold pool, soaring like a dragon, and directly entered his mind

In the cold pool, Ling Fei remained completely unaware of this.

Subsequently, these black currents of air were transformed into nothingness by the chill of the dragon's breath

The light pattern on Elder Ling's forehead subtly transformed into the design of the Taiji Bagua, descending to suppress within his body

Hoo Hoo

After a while, the powerful aura emanating from Elder Ling gradually dissipated

Subsequently, a set of body refining technique called "True Dragon Body Refining Method" appeared in his mind

The chill of the cold pool is no longer drawn forth.

One could only see that the young man's brows were like swords, and his features, carved as if by a ghostly axe, were exquisite and perfect, resembling the work of the finest sculptor, each line and stroke meticulously crafted. He was strikingly handsome, and it was not difficult to imagine that in two years, he would be even more dashing, captivating the hearts and dreams of those young ladies.

It is as if it is tempering the bones of a person

It is precisely for this reason that he is determined to become a strong individual, capable of enduring the pain brought about by the tempering of his body with the cold dragon energy.

Hoo Hoo

Even so, Ling Fei's ability to enter the cold pool is due to the fact that Elder Ling added some special herbs to the cold pool, combined with the "True Dragon Body Refining Technique," which allows him to enter the cold pool without being harmed by the cold air. Of course, for an ordinary person to enter, it would be an extremely difficult and nearly impossible task.

Tang Empire, Tianhe County, Longtan Town

At the foot of the mountain, there is a cold pool in a valley.

However, he did not show any sign of wanting to cry out in pain

As the cold air entered his body, one could see the muscles on his handsome little face involuntarily convulsing, revealing an expression of utter pain.

Longtan Mountain rises to several thousand zhang, completely covered in ice and snow

Heaven bless my virtuous brother, Fei'er has now entered the Eighth Layer of Body Tempering, and soon she will be able to completely eliminate the demonic energy within her body. I, a foolish brother, can be considered to have fulfilled the promise I made to you back then. This man withdrew his gaze from the cold pool, then raised his eyes, gazing into the distant void as he murmured.

The cold air in the chilly pool swirls, resembling a fantastical realm of the human world, with a rich chill spreading, as if it could freeze the heavens and the earth

At this moment, within Ling Fei's body, strands of cold air entered, penetrating into the bones

Even though Ling Fei was frail and sickly since childhood, he has never given up

Upon closer inspection, one can observe faint traces of black energy seeping from Ling Fei's bones

Whenever I think of my adoptive father's kind face and the care he has shown me, my resolve becomes incredibly steadfast

At this moment, a young man was soaking in the icy, bone-chilling water of the Longtan.

However, that is far beyond what Ling Fei can reach at this moment

Within the cold pool, an invisible chill gathered around Ling Fei like a true dragon

Vast heavens and earth, primordial chaos, all things in ignorance... The heavens and earth opened, separating yin and yang... The dragon's energy as the ancestor, if used to temper the body, can make a person like a dragon... As he gritted his teeth and persevered, a mantra quietly arose in Ling Fei's heart, and at the same time, the posture of his hands changed accordingly, forming the embrace of the moon.

Ling Fei clenched his jaw tightly, his brows furrowed, revealing an expression of extreme discomfort

Ke Lingfei has been cultivating in this cold pool for nearly eight years

Once one becomes a divine guard, it will be a matter of great honor and glory for the family.

As for the martial arts practitioners, they are wholeheartedly devoted to the path, seeking to pursue the road to immortality

Even if he feels that he is on the verge of being burst by that cold air at any moment

A mouthful of old blood was spat out from the throat

However, the cold energy within his body began to move in an orderly manner through his bones due to the change in his hand seals

As long as I persevere, I will certainly not be inferior to others. I want to become strong and enter the Chosen Academy

If Fei'er steps into the Nine Layers of Body Tempering, his life will also begin to unfold.

If I can stand out in the Divine Selection Academy, I will be able to obtain a Celestial Origin Pill, which will alleviate my adoptive father's injuries

Because the ancient beast, the Cold Chi, once resided in the cold pool, there remains a trace of dragon energy within it

Suddenly, Elder Ling coughed lightly twice, and his pale complexion began to take on a bluish hue

The man had graying temples, his dry white hair fluttering in the wind, with a hint of weariness between his brows, and his complexion appeared somewhat pale

He gazed at the cold pool with an exceptionally sharp glint in his eyes, as if he could perceive the subtle fluctuations of Ling Fei's skeletal structure within.

Looking at this appearance, they should be around sixteen years old

The cold air has been controlled, yet it remains overwhelmingly fierce, making it unbearable for people

The cold wind howled through the valley as Ling Fei continued to refine his bones with the cold Chi Long energy from the cold pool, guided by the "True Dragon Body Refinement Technique"