Chapter 007: Anger

I do not understand how such a worthless person can live with such shamelessness; if it were me, I would have long since found a block of tofu to end my life.

Su Han focused his mind and began to sense his divine pool. To his astonishment, after refining twenty-seven pieces of magic crystal jade, he had also stimulated the brightness on the right arm of the little figure a bit more.

These verses were imparted by the master and are said to originate from a sage beyond our realm, serving as the fundamental tenets of our Star God Path. Although the master has explained them to me, I have always been unable to grasp their meaning

Fang Ziyao was extremely gentle in temperament, never one to quarrel or fight with others. Yet at this moment, she was crying to the point of nearly fainting. Looking at the disheveled appearance of a few people not far away, Su Han's teeth were almost ground to dust. He hurriedly grabbed Fang Ziyao and asked anxiously, "Senior Sister! What happened!"

However, apart from this, Su Han could no longer sense anything else

There is a substance that is formless, born before heaven and earth. Silent and solitary, it stands alone and unchanging, circulating endlessly without peril; it can be regarded as the mother of heaven and earth

Having just entered the third realm yesterday, I felt a significant difference from the past. It would be best to take advantage of the absence of Master and Uncle Tuo to practice a bit.

Su Han felt a mix of joy and worry as he slowly stepped out of the cave. Taking a deep breath, he reflected quietly; advancing to a small realm would signify significant progress for him, yet the remaining time was insufficient for him to make another advancement

I... I do not... you all go away...

"Yes," Su Han replied respectfully, feeling a deep admiration for the insight of the old Daoist of the Vermilion Bird.

Senior sister has gone to wash my clothes again

I am only at the third level of the Divine Pool Realm, while Han Mo is at the Double Dragon Minor Realm of the Tenth Dragon Realm. To what extent must his true strength have reached

What is there to fear! He is just a useless person. After more than six years, he has exhausted all the resources of the Yan Yang main peak and has only advanced to the second level. With so many resources, even a head pig would be stronger than him

Leaving the small courtyard, Su Han walked towards the foot of the front mountain, where there was a small pond. Fang Ziyao often went to the pond to wash her clothes.

Due to his promotion, Su Han slept very soundly that night. By the next morning, Shu Chang woke up. When Uncle Tuo saw Su Han, he did not notice anything unusual. However, the old Daoist Zhuque, with his piercing gaze, scanned Su Han and smiled, saying: "The magic crystal jade is indeed somewhat useful. Disciple, have you been promoted?"

However, Su Han, who had just advanced in rank, faintly felt that he had undergone a qualitative change

Amidst the continuous mockery from the crowd, Fang Ziyao finally found an opportunity. She hurried to Su Han's side, holding a wooden basin, and began to sob uncontrollably, her cries growing more sorrowful.

Disciple, do not wander too far today; I will accompany your master uncle to visit the other six veins.

Su Han sent Master and Uncle Tuo out of the mountain gate, stretched lazily, and pondered how to pass the time for the day

Get lost

Upon hearing this, Su Han felt an overwhelming sense of shame. After six years of cultivation, he had only just entered the third level of the Divine Pool realm last night. Fortunately, he had encountered an individual like the old Daoist of the Vermilion Bird, who possessed a calm disposition. Had he been taken in by a different master, who received a disciple of such talent, he would have likely been beaten to death countless times.

"Good, good," the old Daoist Zhuque said with a smile while stroking his beard. "It is a good thing for practitioners to be diligent and make progress. Your advancement has exceeded my expectations."

It is a pity that there is not enough time; if I continue to practice diligently like this, defeating Han Mo is not an impossible task. What a shame!

In the empty cave, a surge of purple energy filled the air, as the dragon and tiger converged, causing the mountains to shake and the earth to tremble. The immense force carried by the fist compressed the air to the point of explosion, producing a series of resonating echoes

The disciple solemnly remembered the master's teachings. Su Han lowered his head in response, yet felt quite uneasy in his heart, secretly thinking: "The master still believes that I am bound to lose to others"

Strolling back to the mountain gate, Su Han searched around but did not see Fang Ziyao's figure. Upon returning to his own room, he noticed that several pieces of dirty clothes he had changed out of were already gone

Su Han transformed into light and shadow, shattering the void with his fists within the cave. Waves of power rapidly spread from his body like a halo, causing the trembling cave to emit echoes of emptiness.

Fang Ziyao, like Su Han, was an orphan taken in by the old Daoist of Zhuque. Although they were called disciples, they had never truly practiced for more than a few days, spending their time within the mountain gate doing chores such as washing and cooking, and were not much stronger than ordinary people. Surrounded by these young cultivators, it was naturally impossible for them to escape.

Upon seeing this, Su Han immediately took three steps at once and rushed down the mountain. It was only when he got close to those people that he realized that among them was Qi Guang from Huiyue Mountain, whom he had defeated last time.

A few people surrounded Fang Ziyao, laughing and teasing her, while Fang Ziyao held a wooden basin, lowering her head and trying to leave. However, those few people deliberately made things difficult for her; no matter which direction Fang Ziyao attempted to walk, someone would turn around and block her.

"Seeing such a waste, one can only think of who the old Daoist of Zhuque is. Tell me, a hundred years ago, how did he debate and claim victory, occupying the Yan Yang Mountain? There must be some dark secrets involved, perhaps even some unscrupulous means were employed."

"Please return my pants." A short, stout man chuckled, "You took my pants; how am I supposed to go back..."

When a master reaches a higher level of cultivation, their every gesture and movement can exhibit extraordinary powers. If they were to unleash their full potential, it is possible that even the entire Yan Yang Mountain could be flattened. Therefore, the interiors of these caves are not only covered with the most solid materials, but are also reinforced with supreme magical power, making them indestructible

Is this what Master and Uncle Tuo referred to, my unique constitution?" Su Han, filled with surprise, pondered quietly: "Many have said that the initial advancement in the Divine Pool Realm is insignificant; neither others nor oneself can perceive any substantial change. It merely feels as though the body has become more resilient. However, upon my advancement, it seems as if a true dragon is attempting to burst forth from within me, with my strength multiplying.

Su Han let out a furious roar and strode forward. Fang Ziyao suddenly looked up, her face flushed, and her eyes were brimming with tears, as if she had suffered a great injustice. Unable to endure any longer, tears cascaded down her fair face like shattered pearls, and she cried out pitifully, "Junior Brother!"

Six or seven young men still surrounded Fang Ziyao, laughing and mocking, completely disregarding Su Han. Only Qi Guang, who had suffered a loss at Su Han's hands, felt a vague sense of dread. However, the several companions beside him were all stronger in cultivation, and with so many people around, Qi Guang was not afraid of Su Han; he was merely extremely wary of the small bell in Su Han's hand.

Having nothing to do, I went to find my senior sister, to help her twist some clothes, chat a bit, and pass the time

Walking along the path back to the mountain, Su Han's mind was filled with the arrogant and conceited Han Mo, as well as the sycophantic faces of that group from Huiyue Mountain. If such a person were to take control of Yanyang Mountain, not only would the old Daoist Zhuque lose face, but I would also have no good days ahead.

Although it was merely a minor elevation in the initial stage of the Divine Pool realm, Su Han felt as if a dormant celestial dragon within him was gradually awakening. A surging power infused his blood vessels and bones, making him unable to resist the urge to leap into the air and unleash his combat prowess amidst the heavens and the earth

Su Han stood quietly in the cave, carefully sensing the surging power within him brought about by the advancement to the *Tu* level. As he swung his fist, a faint purple aura moved with it, and at the moment this immense force surged, Su Han could faintly perceive a sensation he had never experienced before.

Having only ascended to a minor realm, the combat power has unexpectedly surged

The profound meaning of this ancient text is vast, and Su Han could never possibly comprehend its deeper significance. However, while immersed in this cave, with a calm and focused mind, he felt as if he had established a subtle and mysterious connection with the cave, with Yan Yang Peak, with the Star God Mountain Range, and even with the boundless and expansive universe.

The cave resembled a secluded little world, with purple energy swirling around Su Han's fist, floating and drifting, seemingly containing mysterious power, and then it struck out with a thunderous force

Oh? Isn't this the useless one from Yan Yang Mountain

Bang! Bang! Bang!

In this world, nothing can be perfect... Although the master says this, I am unwilling to accept it

The right arm of the little person was quickly covered in light, what will happen next? Su Han was very curious

Su Han was overwhelmed with joy, but upon a moment's reflection, he felt an immense, intangible pressure.

However, nothing in the world can be perfect. For those who cultivate themselves, the cultivation of the heart is paramount, while strength is a minor path. It is said that to hold and to be full is not as good as being oneself; knowing when to stop is the true principle. The old Daoist Zhuque gazed at Su Han and said: "I know your nature. The discussion of the Seven Meridians is a family matter of our Star God Sect. Regardless of who wins or loses, who takes control of Yan Yang Mountain, or who manages the Star God Ancient Bell, it is all inconsequential..."

Determined, Su Han quickly ran towards the back of the main peak, selecting one of the several caves that appeared along the mountainside. These caves were used by the ancestral Star Gods of the Yan Yang Mountain for their daily cultivation.

The purple figure's entire right arm almost lit up, with just a final trace remaining, rendering it completely luminous

The short and stout boy and a few others had not yet engaged in a confrontation with Su Han, while Qi Guang leaned in and whispered in his ear, causing the others to display expressions of disdain

What particularly infuriated Su Han was that these six or seven individuals were all disheveled, and that short, stout boy was actually only wearing a pair of shorts

"No... I didn't take..." Fang Ziyao hurriedly tried to walk in another direction, but was stopped by another person, who also wore a mischievous smile: "You say you are so beautiful, why do you engage in such shameless acts? Hiding my junior brother Han's pants, if you truly have feelings for junior brother Han, why not say it openly here..."

Before Su Han could reach the foot of the mountain, he saw from a distance that a few people were surrounding Fang Ziyao at the edge of the small pond.

If Su Han were to diligently cultivate in the secret chamber of the valley, it would still take some time to reach the clarity of the little man's right arm. However, the twenty-seven pieces of high-quality pure magic crystal jade contain spiritual power that is many times greater than that of gas. Therefore, once the jade is refined, the little man's right arm undergoes a significant transformation

Recalling these memories, Su Han felt a wave of warmth in his heart. Although his background was pitiable and his cultivation progress slow, everyone in the sect, from Elder Zhuque to Uncle Tuo and Fang Ziyao, treated him with great care, as if he were a close family member. Perhaps, this could be considered a great fortune amidst misfortune

For other practitioners, the initial stage of the Divine Pool Realm is relatively easy to advance. The transition from the second level to the third level does not involve significant changes, as it merely enhances the physical organs. It is only after reaching the seventh level, when the Spirit Palace formation is refined, that one can begin to experience some extraordinary aspects.

"All of this is meaningless to me now!" Su Han shook his fist, interrupting his own thoughts: "Defeating Han Mo is the key!"

At this moment, Su Han could not understand why the few lines of fragmented scripture taught to him by the old Daoist of the Vermilion Bird surfaced in his mind