Chapter 7: Promotion! Promotion!

After Xu Feng stepped out, he felt that the power he possessed had greatly elevated to another level. While there was excitement in his eyes, there was even more astonishment.

Under this tempering, Xu Feng quickly realized that he had entered the third rank. After reaching the third rank, the speed of tempering did not decrease; instead, it became even more intense. The force of the lightning strikes impacted his body, causing Xu Feng to tremble. However, this pain was fleeting; once it disappeared, it was replaced by an immense sense of relief

The effects of the Pure Profound Technique in invigorating the spirit and nurturing energy are enough to make one envious; this is something that only a physician could achieve. Xu Feng thought to himself that if he were to master the Dao Xuan Jing, this profound technique would be of great benefit to him

As Xu Feng focused his thoughts, his spirit once again merged within his body. Under this merging, a purple lightning mark reappeared on Xu Feng's forehead. With the flickering of this purple lightning mark, Xu Feng's body was once again enveloped in arcs of lightning. A tingling sensation gradually emerged within his body.

The only way to overcome this bottleneck is to stimulate the vital energy within the body. Humans consume grains and other foods to generate energy, and this energy, aside from what is necessary to sustain the physical body, is also transformed into vital energy stored throughout various parts of the body

This astonishing speed of cultivation left Xu Feng equally shocked. In his impression, cultivation is a gradual process, whereas Xu Feng's experience was akin to a rocket soaring. Even in the records of the Dao Xuan Jing, such an extraordinary situation had never been encountered in the process of cultivation.

However, not every practitioner can reach the fifth level. This is because the fifth level requires more than just refining the body; it necessitates drawing out the internal energy within the body. After reaching the peak of the fourth level, the strength of a martial artist's body reaches a pinnacle. This pinnacle represents a significant bottleneck, and if one cannot overcome this bottleneck, no amount of refinement will be effective, only resulting in harm to the physical body.

Indeed! It is enhancing its strength at a visible pace

This is the terror of reaching the level of Qi power; in this small town, there are not many martial artists who have attained such power. The Xiao family likely has no more than a handful, perhaps not exceeding ten.

Haha! Let's not talk about that anymore. Although you are in a bit of danger right now, as long as you avoid Li Hexuan and the others, you need not fear them lowering themselves to trouble you. After all, this is the Xiao residence. Once they stay for another month and leave, you won't have to hide anymore.

"Whatever. In any case, there is no harm in taking a risk now. If it can significantly enhance my strength, then it is a good thing." Unable to make sense of it, Xu Feng set aside his doubts, believing that regardless of whether it was a black cat or a white cat, catching a mouse meant it was a good cat. Moreover, Xu Feng felt that, given his character, it was not solely the effects of the Dao Xuan Jing and Zi Lei that contributed to his progress. Perhaps it was precisely his exceptional character that led to such an extraordinary cultivation speed.

According to the Dao Xuan Jing, Xu Feng was refining his body. The more he refined, the more intense the tingling sensation from the electric currents became. In the end, this pleasurable tingling surprisingly began to turn into a slight pain.

Xu Feng began to refine his body according to the cultivation instructions of the Dao Xuan Jing. Having reached the peak of the second rank, Xu Feng had only one thought in mind: to break through to the third rank. Although the strength of the third rank among the Xiao family's servants may not allow one to walk with impunity, it is certainly not weak. Only by reaching the third rank can Xu Feng truly integrate into this group of servants and possess an equal status.

According to the cultivation of the Dao Xuan Jing, Xu Feng persevered for one hour. After one hour of continuous refinement, Xu Feng ultimately could not bear it any longer. His spirit withdrew from his body.

The body continues to undergo constant tempering, and the pain from the lightning strikes makes Xu Feng's physical strength even more formidable. Of course, immersed in the cultivation of the Dao Xuan Jing, Xu Feng did not notice that his body was already enveloped in lightning, with electricity flickering within his muscles. However, this flickering lightning would immediately vanish as soon as it entered Xu Feng's flesh.

Jiang Yuan sighed and said to Xu Feng, "You shouldn't worry too much. Although you've gotten into a bit of trouble, this version of you is still better than the soulless person you were before. I wish we could go back to when we were children, when we were still scions of noble families. Haha, I used to think that I would never have a chance in this lifetime. Now, seeing you like this, it doesn't seem so far away after all"

Xu Feng understood what Jiang Yuan was saying. Back when they were children, Jiang Yuan and Xu Feng played extremely wildly, even sneaking out at night to climb into people's windows. It was because Xu Feng, when he was little, said he liked a little girl. At that time, Xu Feng was very lively. However, after his parents disappeared, he became taciturn and lifeless.

As Xu Feng's speed in cultivating the Dao Xuan Jing increased, the sensation of pain also intensified. In the end, it felt as if a heavy hammer was striking his body. Under this relentless impact, Xu Feng's physical strength was being enhanced at an accelerated pace

Just as Xu Feng was pondering these thoughts, a figure approached the entrance of his humble abode not far away. Looking at Xu Feng, who was sitting cross-legged, he exclaimed in surprise: "Xu Feng and the book, are you really alright?"

It seems that one must quickly reach the fifth rank of the Xuan practitioner to possess the necessary energy. Otherwise, such a valuable skill will be wasted

Compared to Xu Feng's lack of ambition and complacency, Jiang Yuan is clearly a person with ideas. Even while working as a servant in the Xiao family, he did not neglect the cultivation of his abilities, having reached the peak of the fourth rank a year ago. However, he has not yet possessed the necessary energy, which has prevented him from breaking through this bottleneck

Yet this pain brought Xu Feng unexpected joy, as he could feel that under this pain, his physical strength was gradually increasing

Does the combination of the Dao Xuan Sutra and that strange purple lightning really have such a significant effect? What exactly is that purple lightning? Xu Feng was filled with confusion, as his understanding could not explain this phenomenon that could be described as monstrous.

He could hardly fathom such an astonishing speed of cultivation. The first time, it took him several hours to advance from the first rank to the peak of the second rank. Yet this time, in just over an hour, he unexpectedly progressed from the peak of the second rank to the level of the peak of the third rank

Jiang Yuan? ! '' Xu Feng was taken aback for a moment, and immediately searched his memory for this person. Jiang Yuan was one of the few who took special care of Xu Feng among the servants of the Xiao family. He was originally a scion of a prominent family, but due to a major upheaval in his family, he entered the Xiao family together with Xu Feng, who had lost both parents.

A person who can become a practitioner, even if they are exceptionally dull-witted, can still reach the pinnacle of the fourth tier. This is because, before reaching the fifth tier, it only requires the refinement of the body; through gradual and persistent refinement, one can always elevate their body to the pinnacle of the fourth tier.

"It is not that easy. We are mere servants and do not possess the resources of noble families. Breaking through the bottleneck can only rely on our own efforts, and how simple can that be?" Jiang Yuan said with a bitter smile.

Looking at Jiang Yuan, who showed a worried expression in front of him, Xu Feng felt a sense of affection. Remembering how he had always been taken care of by Jiang Yuan in his previous life, he stepped out of his shell, patted Jiang Yuan on the shoulder, and said: "It's nothing, just a small matter."

Once a practitioner reaches a bottleneck in the refinement of their physical body, they must learn to control the energy stored throughout their body. A practitioner who can master this energy experiences a significant qualitative change in their strength. Naturally, the status of a practitioner who can control energy also undergoes a qualitative transformation.

Upon seeing that the Pure Profound Technique of the Dao Xuan Jing actually requires energy, Xu Feng could only abandon the thought of cultivation

Upon reflection, Xu Feng deeply felt that this must be the reason. He had considerable confidence in his character; as for the matter of being afflicted with a terminal illness, that was not due to his character—could he be blamed for genetics?

Xu Feng smiled and said to Jiang Yuan, "I have my own sense of freedom. What about you? Have you not yet broken through to the fifth rank?"

Under this enhancement, he quickly broke through the peak level of the second rank, and Xu Feng even felt the absence of any bottleneck. There was completely none of the difficulty in breaking through the bottleneck that he remembered from his past life

Xu Feng had thoroughly studied this mysterious technique, but he soon found himself frowning. This technique was indeed a valuable one. It could invigorate the spirit and purify the mind, while also being able to treat wounds. However, it required a significant amount of energy to utilize.

This can no longer simply be described as being fast; it should rather be referred to as a prodigy. He had never heard of anyone being able to advance from the first rank to the third rank within a single day.

Xu Feng, who has reached the peak of the third rank, could not help but recall the only mystical art mentioned in the first volume of the Dao Xuan Classic

Hehe! You brat still remember me. This time I was sent out by the steward to do some work, and only upon returning did I learn that such things had happened to you. Ahem, you said you..." At this point, Jiang Yuan found it hard to continue. In Jiang Yuan's eyes, Xu Feng had always been an extremely honest person, and he believed that Xu Feng definitely did not have the courage to spy.

Qi power! This is something that only a practitioner who has reached the fifth rank of strength possesses

This tingling sensation brought immense pleasure to Xu Feng, as if he were being kneaded by a young girl's hands, accompanied by faint electric currents striking his body

Pure Xuan Technique

Xu Feng nodded in response to Jiang Yuan's words, harboring some thoughts in his heart, yet he did not reveal them.

Xu Feng was startled by the sound of surprise and looked up towards the outside. He saw a handsome young man, much more robust than Xu Feng, standing outside the door of the small dwelling.

For instance, the former bullied third steward became recognized due to stepping into the fifth rank of power. This transformation elevated him from a mere servant who was easily bullied to being appointed as the third steward by the master of the Xiao family. Prior to this, even when he reached the peak of the fourth rank, the master of the Xiao family did not spare him a glance

Xu Feng was not surprised by Jiang Yuan's reaction; he chuckled and casually remarked, "People always change through their experiences"

Jiang Yuan looked up and down at Xu Feng, especially staring at Xu Feng's clear eyes for a long time: "You have changed! You have truly changed! I didn't believe what they were discussing about me just now, but now I believe what they said is true."

If someone were to witness this scene, they would understand that this was the result of the Thunder Gang refining Xu Feng's body, which led to a depletion of energy. However, this depletion did not reduce the amount of lightning surrounding Xu Feng. The purple mark on his forehead flickered each time, generating differentiated lightning. Yet, with each instance of lightning differentiation, the flickering purple mark dimmed a little.

Jiang Yuan was startled by Xu Feng's pat; their relationship was indeed quite good. However, Xu Feng had always considered himself superior in front of Jiang Yuan and would never dare to pat him on the shoulder.