Chapter 8: Chance Encounter

Indeed, it is more about the suffering of those who have failed to awaken their bloodline

During that battle, Xuan Ye was also a secret observer, watching the fierce confrontation between the professional-tier Roloji and the injured desert lizard, which left him quite astonished

Seeing them laughing and chatting, it seems that it is not a bad thing at all

There will be opportunities; the 'Bloodthirsty Power' of this mixed-blood lineage is as stubborn as a leather lichen, with a remarkably high hereditary trait.

The "Bloodthirsty Power" and "Iron Skin" can be considered the two most common types of bloodline powers. Among ten individuals who have awakened their bloodline powers, seven possess one of these two types, while the remaining twenty-five percent are similar to the "Berserk Power" of the Kende family. The final five percent consists of various peculiar and rare bloodlines

I believe you will definitely... ...

However, before Xuanye could finish speaking, the sound of a preparation horn came from ahead. It was clear that they had just stopped to rest, indicating that something had been discovered.

After nodding slightly, Xuan Ye seemed to have realized something. Although the "Steel Skin" is a rather common bloodline talent, its effectiveness is still quite practical

Guan Ye felt somewhat uncomfortable watching the passionate and excited Gypsies. Having never experienced such a situation, he was naturally unaware of the difficulties faced by these popular martial artists.

Whenever he has free time, he idly pokes at the sand, primarily to continuously adapt to the changes in force under various postures, so as to avoid a situation where he cannot even hold a sword properly again

During yet another break, the Gypsy, who had previously defeated Xuan Ye once, looked at Xuan Ye with a face full of anticipation after practicing a set of basic sword techniques. Xuan Ye, seemingly bored, was cautiously poking the sandy ground in front of him with a wooden sword and asked.

At this point, a glimmer of envy and longing flashed in the eyes of the Gypsy

Moreover, it is under the condition of using the same strength as the other party

The words were filled with a longing for the future and a spirit of striving, which even made Xuan Ye slightly distracted. As an only child who came from Earth, it was difficult for him to comprehend such motivation

If Luo Luo Ji were a profession that could unlock other internal realms, there might still be a slight possibility of exchanging life for injury. However, when facing the internal realm of "Qi and Blood," known for its defense, the "Guardian" would likely only sustain a minor wound even if he struck with all his might.

This is also the origin of the professional hierarchy

At this stage, if one has been practicing incorrect methods for many years, it will be troublesome to correct the foundational errors later on. The Gypsies are also passionate youths with their own goals and hopes

Indeed, I am not even aware if there are any bloodline talents in my family. My father and grandfather have never awakened such abilities. However, my mother told me that her great-grandmother possessed a "bloodthirsty power." I wonder if I have any chance of inheriting it.

After casually glancing around, Xuan Ye also casually reminded.

Fortunately, Gypsy is currently a devoted fan of Xuan Ye and did not pay attention to the inappropriateness of the statement; instead, he nodded with considerable excitement and said

Neither of the two is something I can handle at my current state. In the face of Jack at level 8, I could still rely on the powerful War of the Eye of Breaking the Law to defeat him. However, when confronted with Rorogee, who possesses absolute power in a crushing stance, this is no longer something that can be compensated for by skill or exploiting weaknesses

With the Eye of Breaking the Law, Xuan Ye undoubtedly chose "Perception" as the first to unlock the inner palace, excluding the Star Palace. In a certain sense, being the first to unlock the main "Perception" inner palace indeed represents the profession of "Ranger"

During these days, the wound on his shoulder has healed significantly due to his greatly enhanced physique. However, at the same time, the weight of the backpack on his back has increased by ten pounds

When he arrived at the front of the line, apart from Rologe and Jack, two other senior knight attendants had also arrived here.

Although there are six high-ranking knight attendants, the fact that they managed to cooperate in hunting down a spiked demon without even a single professional rank among them truly demonstrates their strength and synergy

Indeed, it was not long after the team set off that they spotted several figures resting in the shadow of the sand dunes. Not far from them lay the corpse of a sand spine demon that appeared to have died not long ago

It is important to understand that human beings of the same level are at a disadvantage against both magical beasts and other alien races, even if they awaken their bloodlines and inscribe their innate runes, which merely closes the gap. Moreover, the majority of people do not possess such abilities.

No wonder, no wonder I always feel extra soreness in these areas after each practice. I used to think it was a normal phenomenon. Fortunately, Brother Xuan Ye reminded me; otherwise, it would have been too late when the accumulation led to an outbreak

Before getting close, Luoluoji quickly and quietly provided a brief introduction of the situation, clearly intended for Xuan Ye alone

Ah? Oh, the power of the sword just now was indeed impressive and quite effective in actual combat, but during regular practice, it is advisable to use it sparingly. Currently, three of your muscles are in a state of overload due to this move. Even if there is no immediate strain, prolonged use will pose potential risks.

Oh, the captain has awakened the bloodline talent 'Iron Skin', no wonder he chose the 'Guardian' profession as a tank.

After all, even if he cannot compare to the noble families, Xuan Ye himself has a father who is a level 9 servant with a solid foundation of knowledge

After a crash course in knowledge, Xuan Ye has come to understand that in terms of strength, this Spine Piercing Demon is comparable to a predatory-level beast of low-star professional rank. However, among the few people resting there, none gave Xuan Ye a similar feeling to that of Luo Luo Ji.

The team, clearly accustomed to various unexpected situations, did not express any complaints in the face of this circumstance, each efficiently and diligently fulfilling their respective duties

The "Sand Mouse" mercenary group ranks among the top three mercenary groups in the city. Their members, much like their name suggests, are adept at exploiting loopholes. The leader is a professional tier, but it seems he did not come this time. They are considered regular customers, consisting of six senior knight attendants and two intermediate ones, likely in the process of training newcomers

In contrast to the initial flurry of activity during the first encounter with the Gypsy "Guiding Sword," the current situation, where he is merely observing from the sidelines, clearly provides Xuan Ye with ample time to digest the data he has gathered, allowing him to discern the differences in the opponent's sword techniques

Ah, it is a pity that he is a boy

Even if one cannot carry on, there might be instances of human destruction, and if one happens to encounter a scavenging team at that moment, one can casually sell a little something to them. Although the money may not be much, it would certainly bring a sense of comfort.

This scavenging team is able to collect an average of one to two monster carcasses each day, and they have even encountered an injured predatory desert lizard, which was killed by Loloji in collaboration with another senior knight's squire

If it were not for this level of strength, they would probably not dare to easily approach the "Lolo Scavenger Team" that possesses professional status to discuss cooperation

Certainly, the core condensation of perception within the inner court does not merely enhance perception; rather, the overall physical qualities of the body will also be strengthened, with the most noticeable effects being in the realm of perception

However, now in his early forties, he has to retire due to some hidden risks accumulated in his youth. He has always paid great attention to this aspect due to his father's advice, but unexpectedly, it is still difficult to prevent.

Relying on the privileges he obtained from the recent "sparring" session, Xuan Ye temporarily bid farewell to the Gypsy, who was busy adjusting the wooden sword. He shouldered his backpack and heavy bow and hurried to the front of the group to gather information about the situation

Looking at this somewhat passionate youth with longing, Xuan Ye also said with a sense of "comfort". Although his intentions were indeed good, the words he spoke, which carried a certain sharpness, would provoke an impulse in others to slap him in the face

As the best scavenging team in Stanrose City, they also have some connections with certain mercenary groups, after all, not all mercenaries would be willing to let others pick up the prey they have left behind

It is important to understand that regardless of the techniques and skills employed, prolonged exercise will inevitably lead to soreness. Distinguishing between normal and abnormal sensations can be challenging, often relying on the experiences of those who came before us for guidance. If one solely depends on personal judgment, it may be too late by the time the issue is recognized

It is indeed quite strange and unusual that there is no professional hierarchy present before us

As a commoner Gypsy, it was certainly impossible for him to afford to have anyone teach him except for his father. The seemingly casual words from Xuan Ye before him were indeed of great assistance.

Standing still, it is estimated that it would take half a day to butcher, which is no wonder that Jack, as a senior knight's squire, is referred to as "Dismembering Jack". Indeed, it is quite difficult for an ordinary person to cut open the corpse of a magical beast that is stronger than Rorog's physical body

The common bloodline talents do not signify weakness, and rarity does not necessarily indicate strength. On the contrary, according to the laws of natural evolution, the common talents that remain before us can only be said to be a result of survival of the fittest. Factors such as the difficulty of awakening, the difficulty of survival, and the opportunities for reproduction, among others, reflect an optimal value in terms of cost-effectiveness.

Brother Xuan Ye, what do you think of my move?

Upon the arrival of Xuan Ye, several individuals were quite friendly, and even Jack greeted him with a smile.

Indeed, I hope so as well. After completing this task, I plan to take a two-month leave to prepare for the Level 4 exam. The resources I have accumulated by now should be sufficient. Hehe, Captain Luoluoji also secretly gave me a large bag of sand lizard breast meat.

As for the cultivation after reaching level six, he also began to progress steadily, continuously honing the "perception" of the internal organs located near the liver through the fundamental breathing technique. The six internal organs represent the six primary attributes of the physical body

After a moment of silence, he stood up, patted the Gypsy on the shoulder, and spoke

Having witnessed the sixth-level knight attendant's counterattack against an eighth-level powerhouse, this seemingly unremarkable companion suddenly appeared grand in the eyes of the Gypsies, and he felt a deep sense of shame regarding his previous sparring session when the opponent's "injury flared up".

Stepping into a professional tier is about consolidating the core of the profession, and the pinnacle of the professional tier is the complete consolidation of the six major internal courts. However, the order of this process is quite important, as each time a new internal court core is consolidated, it reinforces the previous internal court cores. The attribute enhancement effects of the first consolidated professional internal court core and the last consolidated internal court core are vastly different

In addition to these past few days, he has been constantly absorbing some battle scenes from the original owner of his body. At present, relying on the various parameters he can normally read, he is confident that he can defeat the Gypsy head-on using only his sword techniques, even without activating the power of his bloodline.

Then, as if following a routine, he began to engage in small talk with the Gypsy. Well, for the other seasoned individuals, Xuan Ye, who understood that he still lacked the corresponding social experience, knew it would be difficult to deceive them. Therefore, he had no choice but to extract the information that the Gypsy was aware of.

In the midst of the mystical night, Gypsy seemed to speak with a hint of fear and gratitude, revealing that he himself came from a common background, with his father having been a level 5 knight squire who joined a scavenging team in his youth

Of course, this is predicated on the premise that the opposing party possesses sufficient strength; otherwise, many mercenaries would not hesitate to eliminate a scavenging team without any losses, to see if their leader might be carrying some acquisition funds. Generally speaking, this is much easier to deal with than magical beasts

Looking at the excited face of the Gypsy, Xuan Ye felt a small sense of satisfaction in indulging his vanity, yet he also felt a slight twinge of regret

Ah, you have come as well. We will put on a show together when the time comes. We have discovered a mark left by an old client mercenary group; they should be just ahead not far from here. It is estimated that there will be gains shortly.

For this reason, he felt embarrassed to mention any sparring. During the subsequent breaks, he practiced on his own and then asked Xuan Ye to guide him in correcting his flaws and adjusting his posture

Just as the primitive people on Earth were able to use traps and tools to kill beasts much stronger than themselves, the individuals before us are all exceptionally skilled hunters