Chapter 7: Ghosts and Deities

The perception of the surrounding magical energy is continuously increasing, whether it is the attributes of the magic or the quantity of the magic, both are clearly reflected in the mind

In the previous life, although the fusion was interrupted midway, during the subsequent ritual process, Midi's spirit still elevated him by a whole level, and all aspects of his physical attributes showed significant improvement, demonstrating the strength of his power

The water in the lake is shallow, yet it is also very cold. However, Midi seems to be oblivious to it, simply walking straight across. With each step forward, he can feel the surrounding ghostly aura intensifying, ultimately becoming almost tangible, like fine and sharp steel wires hanging on him, making his skin feel an unbearable chill.

However, this invasion will also cause the distribution of ghost energy within the body to become extremely chaotic. In order to allow the ghost energy to be more evenly distributed in the left arm, Midi immediately applied ointment to slow its speed, thereby achieving the effect of uniformly accommodating ghost energy in the left arm

Medea picked up the heavy chain with a sense of nostalgia. The chain was not thick; rather, it resembled a bracelet, appearing light and thin. Only when held in the hand could one truly feel its unusual weight.

Meanwhile, Midi could also clearly feel that her physical fitness was improving at an unprecedented speed

He first removed the upper half of his clothing and took out a type of ointment from his backpack, applying it evenly to his body. This ointment, made primarily from hardeners and bloodstone, can provide the body with effective resistance against the penetrating ghostly energy. This action is not intended to prevent the invasion of spirits, but rather to slow down their speed.

In the blink of an eye, level 18 has also been surpassed

Then, Midi took out a bottle of light golden potion, took a small sip into her mouth, but did not swallow it

This is the first magical pull conducted by the Ghost Hand. After this pull concludes, Midi will transform from an ordinary swordsman into a ghost swordsman capable of sensing magical power. The extent of this initial magical pull will determine Midi's growth potential as a ghost swordsman, which is why a look of concern immediately appeared in his eyes

By the broken sword, there lies a chain, which must have been left by the nameless yet immensely powerful previous master of this sword, who was associated with the spirits and deities.

However, Midy did not relax; instead, in an instant, he concentrated his spirit to the limit— the demon god was about to gather strength for a devastating strike

Despite it being winter, beads of sweat as large as mung beans dripped down Midi's forehead, and his entire body trembled uncontrollably. However, as he watched the chilling ghostly aura creep along his left arm like vines towards his heart, he remained silent, merely holding the soul-calling potion in his mouth, waiting for the optimal moment

Time passed second by second, and the effects of the soul-reviving potion gradually faded away, leaving the body feeling as if it were being torn apart, in excruciating pain. However, Midi did not give up; she gritted her teeth and continued to tame the ghostly energy within her.

A sharp pain spread throughout Medea's entire body in an instant, as if a half-melted steel sword were piercing from her left arm towards her heart

However, the frequency of the pulsation eventually slowed down, and Midi realized that the protruding beat was gradually synchronizing with her own heartbeat. Finally, a surge of burning energy flowed through her wrist into her body, and Midi discovered that she had regained sensation in a part of her body: her left arm could move! Just as flexible and free as before

The fusion of the demon and the god is finally nearing completion

Respond to my call! Midy shouted in her heart

This overwhelming spiritual force collided head-on with the attack of the spirits, with both sides using Mid's body as the battlefield, silently struggling and competing with each other to the death.

Step by step

In that moment, Midi immediately swallowed the soul-calling potion, and his soul and consciousness expanded at that instant, with his eyes emitting a sharp brilliance as piercing as a knife.

Unlike the typical ghost swordsmen whose ghostly aura is overwhelming and may even lead to a terrifying transformation, Midi's left arm is almost indistinguishable from that of an ordinary person. The only difference is that the surface of the arm appears to be engraved with countless deep purple patterns resembling vines, which spread continuously until they gradually fade near the shoulder. The aura is completely reined in, showing no signs of external manifestation.

In the cave, the cold wind emitted a whimpering sound, as the immense magical power was being absorbed and then transformed into the strength of Mid and the ghostly deities

And the mind becomes extraordinarily clear, as if the speed of thought and the speed of reaction have ascended to a new level

He took a deep breath, then, without hesitation, his left hand grasped the broken sword before him

The power has become increasingly formidable, and with a casual strike, one can create a swirling vortex in the air that leaves a residual shadow.

The reborn Midi now aspires to achieve perfection in everything, and thus naturally will not overlook this final touch of enhancement. Utilizing the manifestation of the smoke, he extends his ghostly hand, absorbing all the wisps of mist into his body, ensuring that nothing is left out

An ordinary swordsman might be completely unaware of this situation, but for Midy, who has been reborn, this is the most critical moment. He holds his breath and focuses, waiting quietly. In the next moment, suddenly, the sensation in his left arm completely vanishes, as if his arm has been severed at the root; it is the full-force strike of a deity!

Level 19

In the expectant gaze of Midi, the surrounding magic surged forth like a tide

A small, bean-sized bump appeared on the surface of the arm, then shrank back down. After a while, it reappeared, and this cycle of expansion and contraction continued endlessly, as if there were a miniature heart inside the ghostly hand. Hearts like those in *Illustrated Books* gradually multiplied, four, eight, sixteen, until the entire back of the hand was densely covered with bumps. One would shrink while another would protrude, and the frequency of their pulsations increased so rapidly that Midi felt as if her left arm was about to explode. Hearts like those in *Illustrated Books* gradually multiplied, four, eight, sixteen, until the entire back of the hand was densely covered with bumps. One would shrink while another would protrude, and the frequency of their pulsations increased so rapidly that Midi felt as if her left arm was about to explode

There remains only the final step, which is the sealing

The "Ghost Hand" has formed

Then, a creature with a body resembling that of a giant python emerged from the water, emitting a sharp shriek.

As he was about to wade back to the shore, retracing his steps into the canyon, the previously calm surface of the lake suddenly stirred with a ripple

Although Midi has currently subdued the spirits with her own will, a moment of carelessness or entering a state of sleep can easily lead her to become a captive of the spirits once again. The struggle between the ghost swordsman and the invading spirits will persist from the moment of his birth until his death, encompassing a long process throughout his life

Suddenly, all the pain vanished, and the ghostly presence seemed to have come to a standstill, motionless.

In an instant, Midi realized that she had surpassed the peak of Level 16 and stepped into the threshold of Level 17. This was a record from her previous life, but now Midi could clearly feel that this was far from her limit

The speed of power growth has finally begun to slow down. In the cave, the surging magical energy has finally ceased to gather and is gradually dissipating; on the surface of the lake, the howling gale has finally quieted down and is gradually coming to a stop

It is indeed very painful, to the point where my entire body feels numb, and my soul cannot move. However, compared to the despair of losing family, companions, and loved ones over the past twenty years, what does this momentary pain amount to?

"The Gu Worm! This guy is probably level 40!" At the moment when Midi saw the true nature of that monster, his pupils constricted in an instant

This is a soul-reviving potion formed by dissolving soul crystals into mandala juice and then diluting it. For humans, it acts as a hallucinogen, and excessive consumption may be fatal. However, when used, it can stimulate the potential within consciousness, allowing the frail human soul to surpass powerful spirits and deities

Ensuring that everything is ready, the topical ointment has already penetrated the skin. Midi donned the last two materials—Shadowline Grass and Fragrant Rain Flower—and strode confidently towards the island in the center of the lake

Middy trembled with excitement, almost unable to believe it. From level 16 to level 19, the fusion with the spirits had directly elevated him by 3 levels. Not only that, the changes in his physical attributes far exceeded the increase in levels. According to Middy's estimation, although he was only at level 19 now, in terms of absolute strength and stamina, he definitely surpassed an average Demon Swordman and could even be compared to a job-changer.

In the rising wisps of smoke, patches of pale purple mist gradually emerge

Medea's feet finally left the lake water and stepped onto the pure white gravel

Now, Midi has made all the necessary preparations, and the entire integration process is flawless. It is uncertain to what extent it can be achieved

Medea thought this and finally revealed a smile of relief

It was as if a whirlwind had suddenly arisen, and the magic in the air became dense at once. The originally formless magic now felt substantial, stirring up strong winds that rustled the legs of Midi's trousers, creating a flapping sound. A look of shock mixed with delight appeared in Midi's eyes; the vast and splendid magic vortex made him feel as small as an ant. The entire surface of the lake was filled with rich magic, presenting an extraordinarily grand spectacle. A look of shock mixed with delight appeared in Midi's eyes; the vast and splendid magic vortex made him feel as small as an ant. The entire surface of the lake was filled with rich magic, presenting an extraordinarily grand spectacle.

If one were to don clothing and armor, not only would there be no discernible difference in appearance, but even the presence of ghostly energy would be imperceptible. However, within the interior of this left arm, Midi could distinctly sense a formidable power lying in wait.

The pre-prepared ointment indeed proved effective, but it also amplified the pain of the *illustration* by several dozen times—due to the significantly slowed pace of the invasion of the body by the spirits, what was once a momentary pain akin to a clean cut now transformed into a dull, back-and-forth slicing, piercing through Midi's nerves and even her soul

A level 19 Phantom Knight, possessing physical attributes that exceed those of an average job changer, combined with my years of experience in life-and-death battles, would likely even startle Fina

When demons invade, they will first directly attack the vital point of the human body—the heart. If this is breached, there will be no demon swordsman left, only a corpse. The so-called demon swordsman refers to those humans who are at least capable of withstanding such an attack.

However, the young man did not immediately proceed with the sealing; instead, he ignited the shadow line grass and fragrant rain flowers that he had specially brought.

In the previous life, this chain, made of an unknown material, accompanied Midi, binding the spirits and gods, and at critical moments, served as a shield, with its hard material deflecting countless fatal attacks

Medi's ghostly hand has once again changed its appearance; the surface patterns are no longer scattered like vines, but instead resemble a precise circuit crafted with a compass and ruler, intricately distributed in a spiral form across the surface of the skin, faintly radiating a soft purple glow. It is as if a cryptic and profound array akin to an abyss.

This is the ghostly energy that has escaped from the spirit of the broken sword over the years, which can be said to be a part of this spirit, but has been beyond control due to the passage of time.

The patterns on the surface of the ghostly hand flickered incessantly, while the surrounding magical energy began to converge towards the location of Midi

Therefore, at this moment, it is necessary to use the seal lock

At last, that malevolent energy instantly contracted, solidifying on Midi's left arm like frozen ice

Only in this way can one better integrate oneself with the spirits, thereby establishing a master-servant relationship sufficient to control the spirits

Physical strength becomes increasingly abundant, the heartbeat gradually slows down, and the breathing becomes exceptionally prolonged