Chapter 9 New Discoveries

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Warriors are those who refine their bodies, yet the division of realms largely depends on true energy, which also possesses attributes: metal, wood, water, fire, and earth, each corresponding to different martial skills

There are even mutated vital energies such as wind attribute and thunder attribute

Hmph, what do you understand? As the saying goes, a centipede, even when dead, does not stiffen. The Ling family has been conferred the title of Knight King and has inherited from ancient times. Even though it has declined, it is not something we can shake. Why bother to wade into muddy waters?" Chen Gongxuan's cold snort reached the ears, and as the head of the clan, he considered matters with much more maturity than his son.

Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water; whatever one desires can be attained.

Fortune depends on misfortune, and misfortune hides within fortune. Such benefits are not found in a world brimming with vitality

This is ... ... to know the profound from the subtle

Is the Chen family all foolish people

Ling Xian set down the jade eyes, having made a decision in his heart. For the upcoming cultivation, he no longer intended to consume spiritual pills. Although this would slow his progress significantly, the benefits gained would be countless throughout the entire stage of cultivation.

Ling Xian has already made a decision in his heart

After returning to the room, he sat cross-legged, and with a movement of his mind, took out the jade pupil tablet and pressed it against his forehead to continue his contemplation

Ling Xian did not expect that he would accomplish it so easily. He is still at the fourth level of the Body Refinement Stage, but after gaining the ability to perceive subtle changes and significantly enhancing his sensory powers, he now has the confidence to contend with and even defeat martial artists at the fifth level of the Body Refinement Stage

This world is ultimately one that respects power; while using strategy is not out of the question, it is difficult to fundamentally resolve issues.

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You need not be anxious; even if I do not take action, the Ling family will still find themselves in an irretrievable predicament

Brother Lingxian, it is Father who asked me to call you

With a charming smile, her appearance is lovely, and there is a hint of curiosity on her face

Ling Xian is not clear on how to lift the curse, so the urgent task is to continue cultivating to enhance his own strength

This cultivation technique is arduous and profound, far surpassing any martial arts manual. Ling Xian meticulously studies it word by word, fearing that he might overlook something.

In other words, one can transform according to their needs, using whatever they wish. Ling Xian tried several times until he mastered this transformation, allowing his spiritual power and true energy to complement each other with a mere thought

The clan members were all visibly delighted. A thousand years ago, the Ling family was as wealthy as a nation, and a mere ten thousand taels of silver was nothing more than a drop in the bucket. Not to mention the entire family, even an ordinary descendant without martial skills would not have regarded it with any importance. However, times have changed, and for the present-day Ling family, such wealth is now exceedingly precious.

With a creaking sound entering his ears, Ling Xian opened his eyes and saw a young maiden standing behind him

The entire world seems to have transformed.

The white and glistening silver coins are piled up to resemble a small mountain, with the amount of cash silver exceeding 10,000 taels, while the remainder consists of silver notes. These have already been verified by appointed personnel, ensuring that there is no deception towards the young or the old, and all are genuine goods that can be exchanged.

Ling Xian is not a person who seeks quick success and instant benefits. Moreover, although the speed of such cultivation is somewhat slow, every increase in spiritual power can be transformed into immense true energy. Therefore, the speed of martial arts cultivation is likely still considerable

Let's go and take a look before we discuss further

Chen Family, Patriarch's Residence

Although our ancestors left behind several treasures, cultivating immortality also requires resilience and hard work. Nothing can be gained without effort; to reap rewards, one must first invest.

And all of this is brought by Ling Xian

Chen Yunfei's hysterical voice reached my ears, his face filled with resentment. As the young master of the Chen family, he had long been accustomed to being arrogant and overbearing. However, yesterday he was severely beaten by Ling Xian and ultimately thrown into a cesspit.

At this moment, they no longer harbored any doubts about Ling Xian, believing that he would surely lead the family to recreate the glory of the past

Ling Xian's face revealed a look of surprise

Starving!

Isn't it so

However, Ke Lingxian felt that, at present, challenging a master at the fifth level posed no pressure for him

The Chen family has sent over the twenty thousand taels of silver that they owe us

Certainly, in this small world, the vitality is thin; doing so may pose significant challenges and difficulties. However, it is precisely because of this that once one surpasses this most arduous moment, the benefits will accompany the entire cultivation phase.

"Third Uncle?" Ling Xian's face revealed a hint of surprise: "Is there something the matter?"

When he opened his eyes, he found that the entire world had become clear; the heavens and the earth were bright, the ground was a dull yellow, the leaves were lush and dripping with dew, and everywhere was filled with vibrant vitality. As far as the eye could see, the dewdrops on the tips of the grass were crisp and transparent, and even the footsteps of the ants could not escape his gaze.

For example, the Fire Dragon Palm requires fire attribute true energy to be wielded. The five elements interact in a cycle of generation and restriction, and martial skills of different attributes must be based on true energy of the same attribute

Child of Destiny

The gaze of the clan members towards Ling Xian was filled with gratitude and admiration to an unparalleled extent

Deception can only serve as a temporary measure; for the Ling family to make a comeback, what is truly needed is solid and genuine strength

Ling Xian spoke with great certainty, his voice seemingly imbued with magic, which revitalized Ling Tianxiong, who had been feeling somewhat dejected.

As long as one becomes strong, no one will dare to provoke the family's authority, and curses can be gradually thought of ways to break.

Xiaoyun, how did you end up here

It sounds somewhat absurd

At this moment, his body was filled with true energy; however, after flowing backward through the Ren and Du meridians, it transformed into strands of spiritual power

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Their actions must certainly be motivated by other reasons

Although the curse has not been lifted, the current situation of the Ling family has improved significantly. As the saying goes, haste makes waste; why should one be so eager for immediate results?

Lay a solid foundation

Yesterday, I tasted the sweetness of cultivating immortality, yet my family remains in a precarious situation. Time does not wait for me; Ling Xian intends to continue breaking through, for being a third-rate expert is still too weak. If the Ling family wishes to rise, this level is far from sufficient.

Or rather, they may have an undisclosed conspiracy behind their actions

However, I am no longer bound by this limitation. By using the true essence of the lark to cultivate spiritual power, I can transform it into true energy, and I can freely choose whatever attributes I desire.

Ling Xian's eyes sparkled with brilliance, revealing a hint of surprise. He had used the empty city strategy to repel the enemy, and the Chen clan had been left defeated. They had been momentarily deceived, but it was merely due to the suddenness of the situation. Upon reflection, they would likely find numerous flaws in their understanding.

However, Ling Xian did not feel discouraged; although his spiritual power increased only slightly, he had other gains.

Ling Xiaoyun, the beloved daughter of the third uncle, is also the cousin of Ling Xian. She has just turned fifteen this year, possessing a gentle disposition yet exhibiting a remarkable sense of humor, making her the joy of the entire family

In just one short morning, Ling Xian's strength has made significant progress

Challenging beyond one's level, I have never even heard of it

Uncle San, there is no need for you to be anxious. As the saying goes, a meal is eaten one bite at a time, and a journey is taken one step at a time. My Ling family has been weak for a long time, and to make a comeback is not something that can be achieved overnight

To perceive the subtle and understand the profound refers to the gradual enhancement of one's sensory perception of the external world as one's cultivation progresses. Upon reaching this state, one's vision, hearing, and reactions can exceed those of an ordinary person by more than tenfold

Oh?

There is already a good beginning today, and I believe that given time, no curse will be an obstacle. The Ling family will surely produce a new generation of talents.

Ling Xian tends to favor the latter. Although the Chen family is merely a third-rate small clan, it has a heritage of over a hundred years. Being able to establish a foothold in Luoyun Mountain relies not only on a few third-rate experts.

Father, why have you done this? That Ling fellow is merely bluffing; their family has long since fallen from grace. What chivalrous king? Today, he is nothing more than a joke. Not only do you not seek revenge for me, but you also bestow upon them such wealth. What exactly are you thinking?

Several hours passed in the blink of an eye, and Ling Xian opened his eyes. This time of meditation resulted in a negligible increase in spiritual power; after all, the path of immortality is arduous, and it is exceedingly difficult to cultivate without consuming elixirs.

The cesspool was indeed a reservoir of fertilizer for the farmland, filled with years of accumulated manure. He nearly fainted from the stench and even swallowed several mouthfuls of the filthy water while crawling out, to the point where he felt he might vomit his bile. His hatred for Ling Xian was deep-rooted, wishing he could extract his soul and refine his spirit. Yet, instead of seeking revenge on his behalf, his father sent a large amount of wealth to the Ling family, driving him to the brink of madness.

These enhancements will naturally lead to a significant increase in strength

If I were in their position, there would be no talk of letting it go easily; however, they not only refrained from retaliation but also obediently delivered the compensation as promised.

The declining Ling family is struggling to even have enough to eat; the core disciples practicing martial arts are somewhat better off, but the ordinary clan members often go hungry. With such a large sum of silver, it is enough to purchase over one million jin of grain. From now on, the Ling family may not dare to claim much, but at least for several years, they will no longer have to worry about food.

The sun was shining brightly. Having left his uncle's residence, Ling Xian walked towards his small courtyard, the time already past noon.

The path of the immortal cannot indeed be measured by common reasoning; it is truly extraordinary. A brief session of meditation has once again brought so many surprises to oneself

The benefits are difficult to articulate, yet it is only by breaking through the ninth layer during the Body Refinement stage and reaching the realm of an unparalleled master that it becomes possible to achieve this.

The cultivation techniques of immortality are indeed miraculous, as the transformation between spiritual power and true energy occurs without any loss or delay

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A single thought can transform wishes into reality

Subsequently, Ling Xian entered a meditative state. His current spiritual power was still quite weak, and cultivating immortality is not something that can yield results overnight, especially with this set of "Bai Ling Zhen Jie" left by the first-generation ancestors, which places particular emphasis on the refinement of fundamentals. The early stages of cultivation are significantly slower than ordinary cultivation methods.

However, the benefits are also evident. Although the initial stage is somewhat slow, a solid foundation in the later stages can manifest various advantages. The ancestors even suggested that when cultivating the first three layers of the Hundred Spirits True Solution, it is best not to consume spiritual substances, but to rely purely on the inhalation and exhalation of the world's primordial energy for practice

The power is far beyond what an ordinary warrior can aspire to

I have actually reached this legendary realm

It is essential to understand that the division of power in this world is quite absolute; even a difference of one level can result in a gap that is as vast as the heavens and the earth.

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Moreover, the benefits do not stop here

Without further ado, the Chen family is indeed a significant deterrent. Yesterday, they were temporarily frightened off by their own empty city strategy, but this merely alleviated an immediate crisis. The opposing party was initially intimidated, yet upon returning and reflecting carefully, it is likely they will uncover the peculiarities within this situation.

If it were not for the wise and formidable leadership of the clan chief, what we faced yesterday would have been the calamity of extermination, let alone acquiring such wealth.