Chapter 0003: The Third Level of Body Refinement

Prior to this, his strength was only around 700 pounds, which could barely be considered average among those at the second level of body refinement. However, now, having advanced a level overnight, such a speed is truly astonishing

Moreover, the state of emptiness significantly aids in breaking through realms; if one fortuitously enters this state during a breakthrough, it is almost a matter of course.

It is not that Lu Xuan is dull, but rather that this is simply too hard to believe. The smoothness of one's meridians determines a person's innate talent, and how could innate talent be so easily changed?

Suddenly advancing to the third level of body refinement, coupled with the enhancement of his own aptitude, Lu Xuan was greatly excited. If he had previously harbored a hint of apprehension about becoming an outer disciple of the Wind Sword Sect, that apprehension had now completely dissipated.

Continuous cycles of breathing and exhaling, one after another, have been completed. Lu Xuan has completely immersed himself in his cultivation, remarkably entering a state of emptiness.

Feeling the abundant strength within his body, Lu Xuan could not help but throw a powerful punch at a large tree behind him

Lu Xuan had always been very diligent in his cultivation. At this moment, with a sudden and significant enhancement in his aptitude, he naturally would not waste any time, and a new round of cultivation began once again

Although I have now reached the third level of body refinement, I am still not a match for those house servants around Long Yang who have attained the fourth level of body refinement. If I were to be caught by Long Yang again, I cannot guarantee that I would have such good luck.

Having understood this section, Lu Xuan sat down cross-legged again, determined to seize every moment to enhance his strength

The state of emptiness, also known as the state of no thoughts and no desires, is a cultivation state that can be encountered but not sought after. In the state of emptiness, the individual is fully immersed in cultivation, completely entering a state of self-forgetfulness. The operation of the techniques relies entirely on the body's own inertia, functioning autonomously. Under this inertia, the speed of cultivation is several times greater than when controlled by the practitioner themselves

This is naturally attributed to Lu Xuan's exceptional talent, as well as the serendipitous entry into a state of ethereality

At this moment, Lu Xuan has also made up his mind; he does not intend to return to Lin City. Long Tai and Long Yang are also set to participate in the assessment of the Wind Sword Sect, and they are undoubtedly still in Lin City. If he returns to Lin City, there is a high likelihood that he will be discovered by the two of them

Suddenly, the cultivation became so effortless. After completing a full cycle of the Great Zhou, Lu Xuan felt a lingering sense of unfulfillment, as if he were dreaming. Before obtaining the sword crystal, he had never imagined that there would come a day when he would possess such extraordinary talent.

He was able to advance from the second level of body refinement to the third level overnight, so in the following ten days, even if the speed of his advancement is not as monstrous, he is still confident that he can reach the fourth level of body refinement

It seems that I have, overnight, broken through to the second level of body refinement and entered the third level of body refinement

In the past, Lu Xuan's qualifications could not be considered poor, yet they certainly could not be deemed good either. However, now, all the meridians within him have become almost completely unblocked. It can be said that within the span of a single hour, Lu Xuan's innate talent has surged from average to extraordinary!

As Lu Xuan hid away, the approaching individuals seemed to draw nearer. A series of sounds reached Lu Xuan's ears; the early morning wilderness was quite tranquil, and Lu Xuan could hear the conversation of the newcomers distinctly.

Lu Xuan's ethereal state lasted for several hours, and this cultivation practice extended from the evening into the early morning of the following day

Suppressing the overwhelming joy within, Lu Xuan steadied his mind and continued to practice his cultivation technique, guiding the primordial energy to flow continuously through his meridians. During this process, the primordial energy also permeated his body, transforming his physique; this was the process of body refinement.

This tremendous stroke of good fortune has left Lu Xuan utterly overwhelmed with happiness, and he now truly understands just how immense the benefits brought to him by that mysterious sword crystal are.

Although it is said that even the third level of body refinement may not be appreciated by the Wind Sword Sect, one must not forget that there are still a full fourteen days left for Lu Xuan

Without the slightest hesitation, Lu Xuan immediately thought of the mysterious sword crystal within his dantian. Such a miraculous change, apart from it, Lu Xuan could not think of any other reason.

In this desolate wilderness, how could anyone pass by? A sense of vigilance suddenly flashed through Lu Xuan's mind, and he dared not continue his cultivation. He quickly stood up and sought refuge behind a tree large enough for two people to embrace.

However, this state is also extremely dangerous, as the perception of the surroundings has completely vanished. If any danger arises, it would truly be a matter of life and death

Although this wilderness is desolate, it is fortunate that there are no large ferocious beasts that pose a threat to oneself. Practicing here is quite good, and regarding food, one can also gather fruits and catch small animals to resolve the issue.

Compared to this benefit, the matter of fully healing Lu Xuan's injuries is hardly worth mentioning

This significant change immediately caught Lu Xuan's attention

The body refining stage is divided into ten levels, but in reality, there is not much difference between each level. The common method used to assess the realm of body refining is to evaluate the strength of the martial artist

After a satisfying and vigorous practice of the basic Changquan routine, Lu Xuan felt extremely refreshed. During the training process, besides absorbing elemental energy, physical exercise is also crucial.

When will I be able to elevate myself to the fourth level of body refining, and have enough self-defense power, I won't have to worry about Longyang anymore, and I can return openly and honestly.

Although he was previously tormented by severe pain, Lu Xuan still vaguely knew what Jian Jing had done inside his body. He knew that the sword energy emitted by Jian Jing constantly impacted his meridians. However, he never expected that all the meridians throughout his body had been cleared by it!

After the meridians are unblocked, what is improved is not just the speed of absorbing elemental energy, but also the efficiency of the physical body in absorbing elemental energy. During the process of practicing martial arts, while absorbing the same amount of elemental energy, Lu Xuan used to spend at least half of it to unblock his meridians. But now, he doesn't need to do that at all. All the elemental energy he absorbs can be used to temper his body.

Before long, a major meridian circulation was successfully completed. Normally, due to meridian blockages, it takes a long time to complete a major meridian circulation with difficulty. Now, it was effortlessly completed by Lu Xuan in a short period of time. This efficiency has at least increased tenfold, highlighting the importance of innate talent.

But at this moment, a faint voice suddenly came into Lu Xuan's ears.

The standard for the first level of body refining requires the strength of one punch to reach 200 kilograms, while the second level of body refining requires a strength of 500 kilograms. As for the third level of body refining, it requires a strength of 900 kilograms, with each level requiring higher strength than the previous one.

Although no dynamometer was used to measure the exact force, a punch can leave a half-inch fist mark on a tree. Lu Xuan can feel that his strength has definitely surpassed 900 kilograms!

Sixteen-year-old with a cultivation level of the fourth stage of body refining, definitely worth the attention of the Wind Sword Sect.

Fortunately, there seems to be no wild beasts here. In a trance-like state, Lu Xuan was not disturbed by anything.

When he emerged from the ethereal state, Lu Xuan felt a level of vitality he had never experienced before. He stood up and stretched his body, and his bones made a crisp "pop" sound, which was very clear.

A solid punch hit the tree with a muffled sound. The big tree shook violently, and when Lu Xuan withdrew his fist, a deep fist mark about half an inch deep was clearly imprinted on the trunk.

Upon seeing this fist mark, Lu Xuan's face immediately showed a look of pleasant surprise. Prior to yesterday, he could only leave a fist mark on the tree that was about one-third of an inch. Today, astonishingly, it has already reached half an inch!