Chapter 7: Double Heaven

Seeing that both individuals were so at ease, Johnson felt it was inappropriate to say much more. He obediently returned to the rear of the team, continuing to keep a close watch on Shiyan, fearing that he might exhibit any unusual behavior.

A strange sound emanated from the tip of his index finger, and the sensation of pain intensified. That thread of essence surged entirely into his index finger, causing Shi Yan's index finger to tremble gently, like the tail of a rattlesnake continuously vibrating

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In addition to being an alchemist, Karu is also a martial artist who has entered the innate realm. However, he has only just managed to harness the vital essence within his body as a postnatal second-layer martial artist. The gap between the two is as vast as a chasm, leaving no hope of victory whatsoever. Forcing an attack would only be a path to self-destruction.

"Well, you go ahead. Just keep a close watch on him," Mo Yanyu instructed淡淡.

Miss Mo, although I, Karu, am not a highly skilled alchemist, I would not make any mistakes in such matters. Karu clearly appeared displeased, frowning and huffing: If you do not believe in my abilities, we can part ways right now.

He knows that at this time tomorrow, his body will still be safe and sound, unaffected by the Duanchang San, but the drug slave named Guluo will inevitably suffer from gastrointestinal ulcers, and it is even possible that it will spread to the five internal organs.

The realm beyond tomorrow consists of three layers. Cultivating the essence yields the first layer. Mastering the essence allows it to circulate throughout the body in accordance with one's thoughts, forming the second layer. The ability to expel the essence beyond the confines of the physical body results in the third layer.

Shiyan mixed in with the books among the drug slaves, his expression calm and unperturbed, silently following the procession without any sign of abnormality. Johnson, who had initially prepared to witness his disgraceful demeanor, was taken aback to see him return to tranquility, his face filled with astonishment

Shiyan allowed him to grip his arm without resistance

The essence gathered in his index finger, constantly clashing, yet was forcibly obstructed by the flesh at the fingertip. No matter how hard he tried, the essence could not break through this layer of flesh, making it difficult for the essence to leave his body.

On the evening of the second day, Karu and Mo Yanyu came over again. They checked Shiyan's body once more and found that his gastrointestinal system had not yet deteriorated. Karu's expression grew even more grim, and he suggested waiting another day to see how things progressed

As soon as Karu makes a comparison, he will realize that there is nothing wrong with his Duanchang San, and he will naturally understand that his body is different from others. At that time, new troubles are bound to arise, and it is possible that his good days will truly come to an end. In order to avoid future troubles, the likelihood of Mo Yanyu taking immediate lethal action is also considerable

Kalu's gaunt face was filled with a chilling aura. With lightning speed, he seized Shi Yan's left arm, his bony fingers pressing against Shi Yan's arm. A stream of pure energy, as swift as an electric current, surged into Shi Yan's arm, coursing through the veins of his body. It circled around his intestines before slowly returning, ultimately vanishing within Kalu's fingertips

Ke Shiyan walked steadily, his complexion rosy, clearly not appearing to be injured, which left Johnson filled with confusion

The figure of Karu flew swiftly towards him, and a strange sound echoed in the air. In an instant, Karu appeared before him

Hmph! Karuli paid no attention to Mo Yanyu, his figure like lightning, swiftly darting towards the rocky cliff

Hmm," Karu nodded, "Let's come back at this time tomorrow and compare to see what we find.

"Let's wait another day and see." Karu said with a gloomy expression, still unable to comprehend what was happening. He did not even consider the direction of "Martial Soul," as "Martial Soul" is not something that ordinary warriors can possess. He had also never heard of a "Martial Soul" that could enable self-healing.

"I dare not," Mo Yan Yu shook her head, "The master has already demonstrated the miraculous effects of the Duanchang Powder on other medicinal slaves. I am just curious as to why... he remains unscathed. Could it be that the master inadvertently overlooked some ingredient in the last bowl of Duanchang Powder?"

Master, please do not be angry. Yan Yu did not mean it that way; she simply found it strange. Please do not misunderstand..." Mo Yan Yu said with a smiling face.

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Taking a deep breath, Shiyan dejectedly withdrew his vital energy back to his lower abdomen, murmuring in a barely audible voice: "It still doesn't work..."

Shiyan can now freely manipulate his essence and is in the realm of the Second Heaven. Over the past few days, he has been continuously cultivating to gather more essence, attempting to channel it out through his fingers, hoping to break into the Third Heaven. Unfortunately, after several attempts, each time he was hindered by the sharp flesh of his fingers, making it difficult to break through

Rest assured, it should be about done by tonight

At night, Shiyan sat on the ground, his expression serious as he slowly circulated his vital energy

Whoosh!

Shiyan lowered his head, pretending not to see Karu, yet secretly astonished by Karu's speed, feeling fortunate that he had not acted rashly yesterday; otherwise, he would have certainly been thoroughly defeated by Karu

On the evening of the fourth day, Karu came over again

Shiyan calmed down, set down the food in her hands, and looked up at Karu

Shiyan cooperatively consumed the Duanchang San.

Mo Yan Yu nodded, "As long as that ancient Luo's body has decayed, it indicates that there is a problem with this fellow's body. Yan Yu understands the master's intention"

"Master, how long do you think it will take for him to be in unbearable pain?" After Johnson left, Mo Yanyu hesitated for a moment and asked Karu. She wished that Shiyan would be rolling on the ground in pain right now, as that would bring her relief

Gazing up at the sky filled with countless stars, Shiyan's expression gradually became resolute. He knew that in order to survive, action must be taken tonight

"These two bowls of Duanchang San were concocted by me in one go." Karu said this indifferently after watching him finish drinking.

It is also possible that early tomorrow morning, Gu Luo will show signs of poisoning under the effects of Duanchang San, and he might suffer then. At that time, the martial artists will not be like they are now, still engaged in arduous training; they will all be focused on him, leaving him with no opportunity.

On the evening of the third day, the two individuals arrived again. Ka hetushu .com .com Lu checked once more, but there were still no results.

It seems that the cultivation of a warrior is not achieved overnight; the essence is still not strong enough. Only after the essence is further refined and strengthened can one continue to make breakthroughs. After yet another failure, Shiyan sighed inwardly, realizing that his impatience stemmed from being in a perilous situation.

Gradually, that thread of essence traveled along the meridians of his arm to the index finger of his right hand. Shiyan focused intently, and that thread of essence slowly retreated back into the tendons of his arm, then suddenly accelerated, rushing towards the index finger like a long rainbow, with increasing speed

Call!

On the morning of the second day, as dawn broke and the sun had yet to rise, the team was already fully prepared to set off

Hiss!

In recent days, every drug slave who has consumed the Duan Chang San will, after one night, appear as pale as paper, feeling utterly weak throughout their body. Those with frail constitutions are unable to walk, and even the physically strong will show signs of pain, displaying fear and unease.

"Master, how are you?" Mo Yan Yu approached and asked curiously

Mo Yan Yu nodded slightly. Although her heart was filled with confusion, she did not want to say much. She merely cast a peculiar glance at Shi Yan, not knowing what malicious thoughts were crossing her mind.

Johnson observed for a while, and after confirming that Shiyan was indeed unharmed, he furrowed his brows and approached the front of the team, explaining Shiyan's condition to Mo Yanyu and Karu

This time, Karu held two bowls of Duanchang San. When he arrived at Shiyan, he instructed Johnson to summon a medicine slave named Gulu, and together with Tushu, he had Shiyan and Gulu drink the newly refined Duanchang San.

The daylight passes by, and the moon quietly hangs in the night sky

"Master, this fellow doesn't seem to..." Mo Yanyu hesitated, as Shiyan's manner of eating was hardly commendable, yet no matter how one looked at it, he did not appear to be in great pain.

The essence refined by Karu is extraordinarily powerful; as it flows through the meridians in Shiyan's body, they swell, causing a faint pain.

Kalu's expression gradually darkened, and with a cold snort, he said: "Are you doubting my alchemical abilities?"

That thread of essence gradually elongated within his body, extending throughout the main meridians. As his thoughts shifted, the essence became remarkably agile, swiftly flowing from one meridian to another. Following the intent of his mind, that thread of essence traversed through the various meridians, truly resembling a spirit snake.

Do not worry about him. Since that young man is a martial artist, he will not easily show any abnormalities. Once the vital energy within him is exhausted, he will be like everyone else. I am well aware of the effects of the Duanchang San.

Hmm... Kaloo furrowed his brow in confusion and murmured softly, "This doesn't make sense. The effects of the Duanchang San should still be active, so why does he still have residual essence? His stomach and intestines are not even ulcerated. As a mere low-level martial artist, he shouldn't possess such pure essence; it shouldn't be able to sustain him at this point..."

After the team settled down, Karu and Mo Yanyu walked together towards the rocky outcrop. In the distance, they saw the rocky outcrop sitting on the ground, with its head lowered, indulging in a meal, seemingly unaware of the poor quality of the food in its hands