Chapter Seven, Bloodline Warriors

Upon seeing this, Shi Mu was first taken aback and then filled with joy, but soon his expression became uncertain as he fell into deep contemplation.

In the following time, Li Canghai provided Shi Mu with some guidance on the techniques for exerting force in the Shattered Stone Fist before taking his leave

Shi Mu still found it hard to believe. After blinking at his hands, he suddenly turned his hand to grasp the headboard, tightening his grip with his fingers.

The originally swollen hands have surprisingly returned to their normal state; if it were not for the faint red bruises still present on the surface of the back of the hands, he would almost think he was still dreaming

A large piece of wood was instantly crushed into fragments by a powerful grip.

In the middle of the empty large room, the white cloth strip in Shi Mu's hand had long since disappeared. He had replaced it with thin fish skin gloves and was vigorously pounding the broken stones in the water tank before him

Shi Mu looked at the strange shape of his hands, his face filled with a bitter smile

Shimu naturally had no objections to this

According to Li Canghai, his hands only take on this appearance when the daytime cultivation is effective. However, with his hands now swollen to this extent, it is likely to be quite difficult to apply medicine.

Shi Mu responded with a firm agreement, then struck heavily with his fist into the rubble, causing the entire water tank to tremble slightly

Li Canghai, standing nearby, looked at this scene with a satisfied expression on his face

Late at night

At the following time, Li Canghai instructed someone to directly replace the seemingly sharp broken stones in the water tank for Shi Mu, while simultaneously removing a layer of leather gloves from his hands, and began to pound again.

Indeed, I remember Master Li once mentioned that you possess a unique method for body tempering, which allows for a cultivation speed several times greater than that of ordinary body tempering techniques. If I were to practice this method, there is a significant possibility that I could reach the eleventh layer of body tempering before the recruitment of the martial academy. This way, after taking the Qi Spirit Pill, I would have a much greater chance of comprehending the sensation of Qi. " Shi Mu's hands were still wrapped in thick cloth strips, but he replied very calmly.

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I have previously mentioned this. However, do you know that although this method of iron refinement is astonishingly effective, it requires a significant amount of resources and the cultivation process is extremely dangerous, with the possibility of directly leading to death" Li Canghai said solemnly

Shi Mu was running wildly around the square, with both hands tightly wrapped in white cloth strips, and heavy sandbags tied around his waist and legs. In no time, he was drenched in sweat.

When he grimaced and took out the bottle of ointment given by Li Canghai from his bosom, opened the cap, and then applied it to his palms with his swollen fingers, he was already sweating profusely from the pain

I have already explained the importance of this matter to you. If you are determined to learn, I naturally have no reason not to teach you. However, during the initial stages of this practice, you must rely on the strength of others, so in the future, you must come to the martial arts hall for your training. Is that acceptable?

Bloodline? Upon hearing this, Shi Mu was taken aback.

Shi Mu responded repeatedly with agreement

Seeing that Li Canghai beside him had no intention of stopping, Shi Mu immediately clenched his teeth and continued to strike the broken stones in the water tank with unabated speed

Indeed, nothing happened! Could it be that I have truly awakened some kind of innate bloodline? If that is the case, it is likely related to the giant clam I saved; could it be that the blood mist it emitted has turned me into a bloodline bearer? However, as Li Canghai mentioned yesterday, revealing that one is a bloodline bearer may not necessarily be a good thing. Nevertheless, since my recovery ability is astonishing, does that mean I can practice the Shattered Stone Fist every day, significantly increasing my training speed several times over?

Zhang Suo naturally did not dare to refuse and agreed, hurriedly leaving with some silver coins.

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"Hehe, I must have overthought it. Bloodline practitioners are exceedingly rare; you must simply be naturally tough and resilient. However, this makes you an excellent candidate for practicing external martial arts. I will teach you this Fragmented Stone Fist, and it seems I have made the right choice." Li Canghai immediately chuckled in silence, shook his head, and said.

No problem, in order to avoid the hassle of back and forth, I might as well temporarily stay in the city, and return here after my training reaches a certain point. Upon hearing this, Shi Mu immediately had other thoughts.

Shi Mu could only nod and refrain from asking further questions, yet in his heart, he could not help but associate the matter of bloodline warriors with the more than ten times his body had undergone changes, firmly engraving it in his mind

However, your talent in cultivating the Shattered Stone Fist indeed surpasses that of ordinary individuals. How about this, I will directly accelerate your training progress; otherwise, it would be of no benefit to you at this stage.

Afternoon

This time, after Shi Mu struck down with his fist, he soon felt his hands beginning to ache. After a meal, he felt a sharp pain spreading across the surface of his fists, as if countless fine needles were hidden within the gravel.

I have never seen anyone who could achieve this level right after starting to practice the Stone Shattering Fist. Could it be that you... you have awakened some kind of bloodline!

If you can live near the martial arts school, it would be even better. Bring 1,000 taels of silver to the martial arts school tomorrow, and I will also return to prepare some things. Tomorrow, I will officially teach you the method of iron training. Hehe, this money is not taken from you for nothing. As the name suggests, this method of body tempering involves treating the body as iron and stone, continuously forging and refining it, forcibly enhancing the physical body. During this period, you must not only endure pain that is difficult for ordinary people to bear, but also follow the prescription to take medicinal baths every day without interruption; otherwise, your flesh and blood will never be able to withstand it. If you can truly persevere, I will have nothing more to teach you at the martial apprentice stage. " Li Canghai chuckled and nodded noncommittally.

As long as I can advance to the eleventh level of body tempering in more than half a year, I do not care how dangerous it is or how much money it costs. Master Li, just teach me without hesitation.

Shi Mu tightly closed his mouth, completely ignoring the excruciating pain from his fists, and was only desperately swinging his fists towards the water tank.

In the evening

Remember, due to the overly domineering nature of the Stone Fist training method, it is very easy to injure your muscles and bones. Even if you possess good talent and have my unique ointment for treatment, after one training session, you will be unable to train again for three to four days. Therefore, during this period, you can continue to practice the Body Tempering Technique. Only after your hands have fully recovered can you resume training the Stone Fist. If you can persist in this manner, it is very likely that within half a year, you will be able to reach the minor achievement level of the Stone Fist.

The young boy lay on the bed, soundly asleep, his face showing signs of exhaustion. His arms were spread wide over the edge of the bed, and his two fists had once again become unusually red and swollen, covered with a thick layer of white ointment.

Shi Mu lost his voice and with a flick of his wrist, quickly moved his ten fingers.

In a certain tightly sealed room of the manor, faint sounds of "bang" "bang" could be heard.

"Crisp" resonates throughout a lifetime

How is this possible

Noon

When Shi Mu got out of bed, he instinctively raised his hands to take a look behind him, and he was immediately stunned.

Everything is as usual, without the slightest sensation of pain or obscurity, as if yesterday's cultivation had never existed at all

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Suddenly, one of Shi Mu's fingers twitched involuntarily, and a trace of pain immediately appeared on his face, yet he remained deeply asleep and unaware.

How should I put it, those with bloodlines are referred to as bloodline warriors among us martial artists. They are individuals who have awakened a certain bloodline within them, thus possessing one or several special talents that ordinary people do not have. However, the number of martial artists capable of awakening their innate bloodlines is exceedingly rare, almost one in ten thousand, so it is unlikely that you would reach such a level. Well, if you truly wish to understand more about bloodline warriors in the future, there will be someone specifically explaining it once you enter the Kaiyuan Martial Academy. Just know that bloodline warriors are almost all monstrous existences, each capable of crushing others of the same rank, so if you encounter one in the future, it is best to keep your distance. However, bloodline warriors are also greatly envied; if they come from a powerful background, it is somewhat acceptable, but there are countless bloodline warriors without any backing who, before they can grow, have already fallen victim to schemes and been eliminated. By the way, this time the Kaiyuan Martial Academy is recruiting disciples, and there is a high possibility that among the many renowned geniuses who have applied, there will be bloodline warriors. " Li Canghai clearly did not intend to elaborate further, but after a wave of his hand, he replied lightly.

"Master Li, what is a bloodline bearer?" Shi Mu asked with some curiosity

"What, do you want to learn the art of iron refining from me?" Li Canghai asked the young man in front of him, his eyes wide open in surprise.

The next morning

As Shi Mu sat on the wooden chair inside the room, his two arms resting on the square table in front of him, the leather gloves had already been removed from his hands. However, his ten fingers were already swollen and red, resembling radishes, and were more than twice their normal size. Even the skin on them appeared extraordinarily thin, almost translucent.

Shi Mu then summoned the estate manager, Zhang Suo, and instructed him to immediately go to the city to find a quiet courtyard to rent, as he intended to reside in Fengcheng for a period of time