Chapter 6: Becoming a Disciple

Chapter 6: Chapter 6: Becoming a Disciple

Eight days of inhuman torment.

Finally, on the evening of the eighth day, he was rewarded.

Thanks to the powerful support from the [Extraordinary Physique] entry,

he not only felt a solid power manifest out of thin air within him,

raising his Attack and Defense by 2 points each.

More importantly,

he had finally succeeded in cultivating [Earth Posture] to the Entry Level.

Reaching the Entry Level of [Earth Posture]

was the key prerequisite for obtaining the next red entry.

And with the Pile Skill at Entry Level, the Qi Blood First Transformation came naturally.

At this moment, the Qi and blood in Lu Jing’an’s body surged ceaselessly like a tide.

It washed through his limbs and bones, a hallmark of the Qi Blood First Transformation.

The Blood Barrier for a Martial Artist is divided into the Three Transformations of Qi and Blood.

This first transformation is when one’s qi and blood surge like the tide.

Not only does the total volume and recovery speed increase dramatically,

but during Cultivation, the qi and blood rush like a tide.

It can also multiply the strength of one’s Flesh Body several times over.

This was considered truly crossing the threshold of a Martial Cultivator.

When the last trace of the ginseng’s Medicinal Power was completely absorbed by his body,

the roiling qi and blood in Lu Jing’an’s body finally began to calm.

His body was covered in a layer of sticky, dark red scabs formed from dried blood and sweat, emitting a faint, metallic odor.

Beneath the scabs, his once slightly frail frame was gone.

In its place were clearly defined, hard, and fluid muscle lines, exuding a sense of power.

Chen Xuan, who had been waiting outside the door, was startled by the commotion and quickly walked in.

When he saw Lu Jing’an’s appearance, a flicker of unconcealed shock flashed in his eyes.

But he immediately regained his composure.

Without waiting to ask questions, he immediately turned to Cui Jieyi, who was waiting at the side, and ordered in a low voice,

"Quick! Prepare the medicinal bath according to the prescription!"

Before long, the medicinal bath was ready.

Lu Jing’an stepped into the bathtub, which was filled with a rich medicinal aroma.

The warm water enveloped his entire body.

The dried scabs on his body slowly dissolved in the water,

tinting the clear liquid a faint red.

Gradually, the fair yet firm skin underneath was revealed.

At the same time, the Medicinal Power in the tub, activated by Cui Jieyi’s special technique,

seeped into his body in fine streams through his open pores.

The process was soothing and wondrous. Lu Jing’an didn’t need to circulate his energy.

He only needed to relax his body and lean against the side of the tub.

His gaze inadvertently fell upon the busy Cui Jieyi.

Today, she was wearing a moon-white qipao with a subtle pattern.

The form-fitting cut outlined her graceful curves.

Because she was using her abilities to activate the Medicinal Power,

fine beads of sweat had formed on her temples.

Her cheeks were flushed.

Her focused expression gave her a unique charm.

Lu Jing’an admired her for a moment before a thought occurred to him, and he called up his attribute panel.

[Name: Lu Jing’an]

[Attack: 5]

[Defense: 5]

[Agility: 1]

[Spirit: 3]

[Cultivation Technique: Earth Posture (Entry Level) (Attack +1+1, Defense +1+1, Spirit +1+1)]

[Entries: As Clear as Daylight (Green), Extraordinary Physique (Green) (Attack +2, Defense +2)]

’My Attack and Defense stats have increased fivefold!

And my Spiritual Power is three times what it was before!’

An irrepressible excitement surged through Lu Jing’an’s heart.

’Doesn’t this mean I’m now more than five times stronger than I was eight days ago?’

The extra bonuses from the entries, in particular, were like a hidden trump card.

For reaching the Entry Level of the same Cultivation Technique, he directly gained double the effect of others.

If he were to fight someone, he could definitely catch them completely off guard.

When the medicinal bath was over, Lu Jing’an felt completely refreshed and brimming with energy.

Cui Jieyi, in contrast, was slightly out of breath.

Her smooth forehead was covered in fine sweat, and a few strands of hair stuck to her cheeks, adding to her delicate beauty.

"Thank you for your hard work, Doctor Cui."

Lu Jing’an said in a gentle tone, then raised his voice and called out,

"Someone, bring two hundred silver coins for Doctor Cui as a tip."

Cui Jieyi, who had been somewhat exhausted, had her eyes light up instantly at his words.

Two hundred silver coins were by no means a small sum for her.

She thanked him in a soft voice, "Thank you, Eldest Young Master Lu."

Her voice carried a hint of barely perceptible joy.

After having someone escort Cui Jieyi away to rest, Lu Jing’an couldn’t contain his pride.

Like a child who’d placed first in an exam and was eager to show off to his elders, he excitedly went to find Chen Xuan.

He walked straight to the stone lock placed in the courtyard.

He took a deep breath and engaged his core.

With one hand, he steadily lifted the stone lock, which weighed a full two hundred jin!

Then, the muscles in his arm bulged.

He actually tossed and caught the stone lock in the air a few times.

Although his movements were slightly clumsy, they already displayed astonishing strength.

The taut muscles strained against his shirt, revealing their clear definition.

Yet there wasn’t a drop of sweat on his face; his breathing was only slightly heavy.

"The young master is so amazing!"

The young servant girls standing by watched, dumbfounded, before clapping their hands and cheering.

Their gazes toward Lu Jing’an were filled with amazement and adoration.

Especially the faint outline of the muscles visible beneath his shirt.

It made their cheeks flush slightly.

Lu Jing’an let out a hearty laugh, placed the stone lock on the ground with a solid THUD, and stirred up a little dust.

He waved his hand grandly. "Rewards! Everyone serving here today will be rewarded!"

The servants’ faces immediately lit up with joy, and another wave of compliments and thanks rose and fell.

Eight days ago, this was a scene Lu Jing’an wouldn’t have even dared to imagine.

Back then, he struggled to lift even fifty jin.

But now, he hadn’t even used his full strength just then.

If he went all out, lifting four hundred jin with one hand would probably not be difficult.

Chen Xuan looked at the newly defined muscle lines on Lu Jing’an’s body

and the high spirits radiating from his face, and his heart was in turmoil.

He hadn’t been optimistic about Lu Jing’an’s martial arts practice at first.

Not only because he was pampered and lived a life of luxury,

But also because he had already passed the optimal age for it.

And yet, in just eight days...

He had reached Entry Level in his Pile Skill and achieved the Qi Blood First Transformation!

Such speed was not much slower than some of the geniuses he knew.