Chapter 860 - 402: Using the Self as Axis, Receiving Yin and Yang; A Long Dream in Azure Skies, The Courtesan’s Grace

Chapter 860: Chapter 402: Using the Self as Axis, Receiving Yin and Yang; A Long Dream in Azure Skies, The Courtesan’s Grace

This pavilion serves as a flower shop, earning money by selling flowers and plants. Its owner is a beautiful woman, known in the neighborhood as the "flower lady," her beauty is famed along the street.

Li Jian sighed gently and sat down with Li Xian on a stone bench beside the street, saying, "You can see it, the Gold Appraisal Guard lacks no one wishing to ingratiate themselves."

With heartfelt words, he said, "Though you have an unsightly appearance that you dare not show people, your physique is quite superior. Parade the streets a few more times, and surely some young women will cast their olive branches toward you. Yet the more this happens, the more you must hold firm."

A "Wang’s Gold Appraiser" spoke, "It’s nice to hear you say, Li, you’re always keeping yourself clean, must be waiting for some family’s distinguished young lady to see you and take you in as a son-in-law?"

Li Jian frowned but did not respond. It seems every Gold Appraisal Guard is much admired as they patrol the streets, and there’s no shortage of beautiful lovers for those who are willing. The flower lady runs a flower shop, and though she’s somewhat wealthy, she is willing to be Bai Zhenglong’s lover.

Whether it’s admiration for his stature and demeanor, or seeking shelter under his wing. Li Jian’s background is ordinary, lacking the thought of becoming a live-in son-in-law. Seeing Li Xian’s similar situation, he thus offered words of caution, staying clean is essential for further progress.

Li Xian courteously thanked him. Li Jian nodded gently. Bai Zhenglong went upstairs for a tryst, while the guards loitered in the street. But due to Bai Zhenglong’s distinguished background, they dared not provoke him.

After half an hour, Bai Zhenglong descended the flower tower quickly, cheeks dusted with rouge, and neck adorned with red marks. His armor was slightly disarrayed, hurriedly he came down the flower tower. The flower lady chuckled softly, leaned on the side column to see him off.

Due to this delay, they returned to the Marquis Pavilion somewhat late. At noon, they engaged in lessons, the Gold Appraisal Guard arranged the "Four-Four Kill Array," sharpening their synergy in the array. Li Xian, being of special status, did not join the array practice.

During this time, he was free. Li Xian chose a secluded spot and practiced the "Stone-Pushing Palm Technique," envisioning a giant stone in front of him, exerting force with both arms to push.

Suddenly, he recalled a "bang" sound. The envisioned stone was pushed down; the palm force at that instant was strangely great!

[Only I have a Heart Skill Level +1]

[Stone-Pushing Palm Technique Level +1]

Li Xian struck again, the envisioned stone sunk a few more inches, requiring even greater strength to push. Repeatedly, he practiced under the midday sun, pushing down the envisioned stone "fifteen times," increasing his skill level by [23] points.

Both strength and will received refinement, the progress was small but visible and tangible!

Li Xian seized every moment for practice. He accumulated from spare time, like water wearing down stone.

Thus, the first day passed. Li Xian first emerged, gradually being noticed by the Gold Appraisal Guard. Yet due to limited interaction, no troubling incidents occurred.

Li Xian used scattered moments for martial practice. His Dubhe Saber Technique Level increased by [59], Stone-Pushing Palm Technique Level increased by [42], Hardship Experience Level increased by [31].

The harvest was rich. By evening, he received a portion of "Essence Soup." Li Xian drank the soup, initially it contained "fourteen threads" of the Essence of Heaven and Earth, fortified by consumption to twenty-six threads. Seven threads dispersed, nineteen threads retained.

Li Xian, hungry and starved, was nourished by the Essence of Heaven and Earth, immediately digesting it rapidly. Several threads were absorbed. The Essence penetrated his bones, slowly transforming his body.

Coolness permeated his body, indescribably pleasant.

After duty, he returned to the inn. Li Xian closed the room door and immediately began practicing the "Dubhe Saber Technique," "Stone-Pushing Palm Technique," and "Hardship Experience," resolved not to sleep.

Such intense refining of martial arts. Three days passed quickly. Though Li Xian was energetic, he gradually felt some fatigue. Fortunately, the results were significant, and the three martial arts steadily progressed.

Li Xian drank a bowl of Essence Soup daily, immensely benefitting. Each day he ardently practiced three martial arts, rapidly digesting the Essence of Heaven and Earth. Drinking the soup in the evening, by noon the next day it was fully digested.

Daily practiced martial arts, drank Essence Soup, digested swiftly. Over this month period, it passed with such grinding efforts, day by day.

By the fifth day, the "Dubhe Saber Technique," "Hardship Experience," and "Stone-Pushing Palm Technique" all reached mastery! Li Xian felt deeply benefited, his spirit exhilarated, his determination to advance grew stronger.

The sixth day, the seventh day, the eighth day...

As time passed, the Gold Appraisal Guard gradually noticed Li Xian, aware he wasn’t truly one of them. They naturally resorted to verbal jibes and disdainful remarks. The rumor of Li Xian’s strange illness and ugly face somehow spread. Several mischievous guards mocked and jested at his expense.

Li Xian remained unfazed, even welcoming the spread of rumors, determinedly pursuing his own goals.

The tenth day, the twelfth day... ceaselessly advancing daily!

On the seventeenth day.

Entering the training field, Li Xian noticed something different. The Gold Appraisal Guards were visibly excited, whispering amongst themselves, hinting:

Today, the Marquis Pavilion suddenly decided to hold a polo tournament. Central Lang General Xu Shaoqian would personally compete, and the courtesan of Bi Xiao Long Dream Tower was invited to watch!

Bi Xiao Long Dream Tower, an extraordinary edifice under heaven. Within, the courtesan, such beauty to behold.