Chapter 73: Sprinting and Learning the Drip Water Spear Skill
Chapter 73: Chapter 73: Sprinting and Learning the Drip Water Spear Skill
The Drip Water Spear Skill also had twelve techniques and three major Killing Techniques.
As Lin Qi executed the twelve techniques, his movements went from clumsy at the start to gradually proficient.
The techniques were like a waterfall plunging straight down, the spear’s momentum sharp and striking the target at astonishing speed.
At other times, it was like a fine, continuous drizzle, the spear’s shadow elusive, making its attack trajectory difficult to predict.
Then, it would be like a clear spring surging forth, thrusting unexpectedly from odd angles.
Drip Water Fall, Water Line Rapid Stab, Water Splash, Winding Stream, Rippling Waves, Water Vortex Spin, Waterfall Impact, Scattered Rain and Dew...
"So satisfying!"
Lin Qi frantically executed the Spear Technique, feeling an incredible sense of satisfaction. He felt a profound connection to this Spear Technique.
It felt like a perfect fit as he performed it.
There wasn’t the slightest bit of awkwardness. It was as if it had been created just for him, moving like an extension of his own arm.
His physical Talent was immense, a perfect combination of strength and speed.
His compatibility with the Drip Water Spear Skill itself was second only to the Mountain Shattering Spear Technique.
After just one simple practice run, he had completely learned the entire Spear Technique.
The proper control of force and the methods for generating power in the techniques automatically surfaced in his mind.
Unconsciously, Lin Qi had already performed it several times.
[Through diligent training, your Qi and Blood Value has increased. Qi and Blood Value +0.02]
[You have learned the new Spear Technique, Drip Water Spear Skill. Your mastery of Spear Technique has increased. Spear Technique +1%]
[Qi and Blood Value: 9.68→9.7]
[Spear Technique: Tier Two 7%→8%]
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"Phew~"
Lin Qi stopped his spear, panting heavily as he checked the panel in his vision.
’Improving my Spear Technique is getting harder and harder. It’s only increased to 8% in the last month.’
He gripped the Long Spear in his hands, closed his eyes, and carefully contemplated the Spear Technique.
Then he opened his eyes and looked at the panel.
Mountain Shattering Spear Technique (Compatibility 98%)
Drip Water Spear Skill (Compatibility 97%)
Rock Gun Skill (Compatibility 95%)
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The corners of Lin Qi’s mouth lifted. As expected, with the improvement of his physical Talent,
his compatibility with the spear techniques was also rapidly increasing. They had all reached over 95%.
In his hands, all three spear techniques could unleash immense power.
Among them, his compatibility with the Drip Water Spear Skill was second only to the Mountain Shattering Spear Technique.
This showed he was a great fit for it; his proficiency shot up the moment he learned it.
’I might even be able to use this spear skill in actual combat.’
’And there’s the Rock Gun Skill. Once I’ve mastered the Drip Water Spear Skill, I’ll learn that one too.’
’By cycling through the three spear techniques in battle, I’ll have more options and my combat power will increase even further.’
Lin Qi thought to himself.
He refused to believe that after learning three spear techniques, he still wouldn’t be able to learn the third Killing Technique.
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「Two days later」
Tianhai No. 2 Middle School, Martial Arts class.
Zhang City was burly and, as always, full of passion. His voice boomed like a great bell, and he seemed to be radiating heat.
His gaze locked onto each and every student before he spoke:
"Today is December 30th. The day after tomorrow, it will be 2046."
"There are less than ten days left until the final assessment of your first semester of senior year."
"This will test the results of your four months of Martial Arts training as seniors."
"It will be held simultaneously across the country, ranking all of this year’s millions of Martial Arts Students."
"If you want to get into one of the top three prestigious universities, you’ll have to fight tooth and nail to rank in the top thirty thousand."
"So, starting today and until the final assessment, you will all sprint with everything you’ve got. Desperately use every single minute to raise your Qi and Blood Value and improve your Martial Arts."
"Trust me, when the final assessment comes, you will definitely thank me."
As soon as he said this, everyone in the classroom felt a crushing pressure, like a mountain bearing down on them, and a sense of urgency.
"Dismissed!"
"Those whose Martial Arts have broken through to Tier Two, stay behind!"
Zhang City shouted. The others dispersed, leaving only twelve people behind.
They were the twelve students from No. 2 Middle School whose Martial Arts had broken through to Tier Two.
"All of you have broken through to Tier Two Martial Arts. Mastering the first and second Killing Techniques from the Secret Manuals isn’t difficult."
"But the third Killing Technique is different."
"It represents the Perfection of a Secret Manual. If you can master it, it means you have completely grasped and fully comprehended that manual."
"However, most people get stuck on this final technique. Many of you have come to me for advice."
"Today is a good opportunity to give you all a few pointers."
The students’ eyes lit up. They were all stuck at this step, completely clueless.
Zhang City walked among the group, looking around at everyone. He spoke slowly.
"The third Killing Technique, in terms of its creation, is on a completely different level of sophistication from the first two."
"It is a true killing blow, designed with the sole purpose of inflicting fatal damage on an enemy!"
"It requires an extremely high level of control and fundamentals. You’d best go back and practice your basics."
"That means the foundation manuals. Practice them a few hundred times, then carefully study every single technique in the Black Iron Secret Manual."
"You don’t need to be anxious. Getting stuck for a few months is considered normal."
"Of course, if you want to master it sooner and increase the power of your Spear Technique, there is another way: go and cultivate the other two secret manuals to learn by analogy."
"I’m not saying you can’t do it, but just be warned: you might bite off more than you can chew. It’s better to specialize in one Secret Manual."
After he finished speaking, Zhang City glanced, intentionally or not, at Lin Qi.
The others began to ponder his words.
「One minute later」
The group dispersed. Lin Qi and Jiangtao left the classroom and headed to their own Martial Arts Rooms.
"Brother Qi, how about we compete to see who can master the third Killing Technique first?"
"Let me tell you, I’ve already started cultivating the Gold Shattering Saber Technique. It won’t be long before I master it," Jiangtao proposed with a smile.
"Alright!"
"Barbecue this time. Loser treats!" Lin Qi agreed with a nod.
"In that case, Brother Qi, get ready to treat me."
Jiangtao entered his Martial Arts Room with a smile.
After returning to his own Martial Arts Room, Lin Qi smiled as well.
He was certain of one thing: Jiangtao was bound to lose.
’There are less than ten days until the final assessment. Everyone is starting to sprint.’
’That kid, Chen Zichuan, is such a grinder. He’s already started living in his Martial Arts Room.’
’I should learn from him. I’ll live in the Martial Arts Room before the final assessment and not go home. I’ll use all the saved time on Martial Arts.’
’My constitution is good, so I don’t have to worry about my body not being able to take it.’
Having made his decision, Lin Qi grabbed his Training Lance. He channeled his strength, and the shaft of the spear began to hum.
He began by performing the Basic Spear Skill. He had practiced each and every technique until it became instinct. His fundamentals were solid, and he had never given up on practicing the basics.
’I’ll take both of the methods Teacher Zhang City mentioned. I’ll focus on my foundation while also learning the other two spear techniques.’
He had confidence in his Comprehension.
With that thought, his Spear Technique switched from the Basic Spear Skill to the Mountain Shattering Spear Technique.
The style was fierce and domineering, its momentum vast, like massive waves spreading out around him.
A moment later, his Spear Technique changed again. He executed the Drip Water Spear Skill, its style as swift as the wind. The spear’s shadow flickered like a sudden gale and downpour.
Finally, he changed his Spear Technique one last time, the style becoming as steady as Mount Tai.
As Lin Qi swung the Long Spear, the aura around him also changed. While performing this Spear Technique, he seemed to transform into an unshakeable boulder.
The movements of the spear were tight and orderly, like seamlessly joined stones, leaving no opening for an enemy to exploit.
The techniques were simple yet powerful, not seeking the sharpness of an offensive strike but emphasizing an impregnable defense.
It was about finding opportunities to counterattack while defending.
This was the Rock Gun Skill. He had learned it as well.
He had now mastered all three spear techniques.
Lin Qi performed the three spear techniques one after another, feeling out the different styles and power generation methods of each.
His mastery of Spear Technique was also increasing.
An idea about the third Killing Technique of the Mountain Shattering Spear Technique gradually began to form in his mind.
’It’s not enough. I feel like I’m just a little bit off.’
’I’m just one final step away from mastering the third Killing Technique,’ Lin Qi thought.
This was his confidence. Jiangtao’s bet with him was one he was bound to lose.
’Before the final assessment, I will definitely master it!’
’I need to use real combat to speed up this process.’
Lin Qi quickly made his decision.
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