Chapter 203 - 202: Body Refining Technique (Please Subscribe)

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Chapter 203: Chapter 202: Body Refining Technique (Please Subscribe) The significant enhancement in power had made his perception much sharper. Thus, even though Elder Gongg’s gaze was extremely hidden, he was still able to detect a faint sense of hostility and killing intent from it. Suddenly, he recalled the two disciples from the Law Enforcement Hall who had targeted him before in the Nine Seals Weapon Workshop. He had previously suspected that they were likely sent by Elder Gongg. Now it seemed, it was evidently true. "Currently, since becoming an outstanding disciple, the one who has earned the most contribution points through completing tasks is Bai Ziyue, with 2330 points. The second is Wu Junhao, with 1822 points, and the third is Su Qiaoling, with 1738 points..." Geng Xinyi casually took out a ledger book, opened it, and announced. Instantly, the gaze of everyone fell involuntarily on Bai Ziyue. Wu Junhao, Su Qiaoling, and others had a gaze that became extremely complicated—envy and jealousy were unmistakably apparent. While above, the elders and hall masters from within the gang were also very surprised, and some even showed expressions of schadenfreude. It should be known that whether it was Wu Junhao or Su Qiaoling, they were both from Sunburst Gang Headquarters. Even if they weren’t the children or nephews of the gang’s elders and hall masters, most of them were taken as disciples by such figures. Among them, Wu Junhao was apprenticed to the Grand Elder, while Su Qiaoling was the sole daughter of the Vice Hall Master Su of the Mining Hall and also apprenticed under Elder Kong. Despite the assistance of so many elders in the gang, Bai Ziyue ultimately claimed the prize... Not only did Grand Elder Xu Changchun’s face look somewhat unpleasant, but Elder Kong was also somewhat discontented. Of course, the most discontented was Elder Gongg. The death of his grandnephew resulted in the final opportunity being taken by someone related to his grandnephew’s matter. Thinking of this, his murderous intent grew even stronger. But upon touching the gang leader beside him, he constrained his gaze and hid the killing intent. "Hmm?" Bai Ziyue was stunned, raising his eyebrows in surprise. He hadn’t anticipated that his contribution points would be the highest. "Since that’s the case, Bai Ziyue, the chance to become the study companion to the second young master of the Lin Family from the Immortal Cultivation Clan thus falls to you. After some time, someone naturally will lead you to Celestial Spirit County to meet the Lin Family Steward, all you need to do is..." Hearing this, Jiangg Tao immediately announced. "Thanks to the gang leader’s kindness, but I do not wish to go to the Lin Family to become a study companion. Let the gang leader give this opportunity to someone else." Bai Ziyue fell silent for a moment, then spoke with determination. He refused? The moment Bai Ziyue spoke, almost everyone wore expressions of surprise. No one expected him to give up this opportunity to ascend. It should be known that even Gang Leader Jiangg Tao, despite being a first-class expert, before establishing the Sunburst Gang, was merely a minor guest of the Lin Family from the Immortal Cultivation Clan. Being a study companion, in terms of status and rank, far surpassed being a guest. Once within the Lin Family, without even mentioning whether it was possible to cultivate the Immortal Technique, the resources obtained already exceeded those in the Sunburst Gang. Bai Ziyue paid no attention to others’ astonishment, his face full of calm demeanor. Perhaps for others, entering the Lin Family was an opportunity, but for him, it might not be. *His Martial Arts Realm and Immortal Technique powers could be concealed in Wujiang County, but in the Lin Family, it might be difficult.* *He was completely unaware of the methods of the Enlightenment Realm.* *Certainly, there would be existing powers of such strength within the Lin Family, and if his concealment was discovered, it might turn into a calamity.* *As for those cultivation resources, he didn’t place too much importance on them.* *His strength was not weak; unless it was the Innate Pill capable of breaking through the Innate, or the Barrier-Breaking Pill or Enlightenment Pill that could allow an Immortal Cultivator to step into the Enlightenment Realm... or other items of the same level.* *Otherwise, he wouldn’t have much interest.* "Do you realize what you are giving up by refusing?" Jiangg Tao snorted, speaking in a mysterious tone. "I do not know, but I think I won’t regret it." Bai Ziyue said calmly. "Gang leader, I believe each person has their aspirations. Since Bai Ziyue has refused, naturally this opportunity can be given to others. We shouldn’t force anyone." Grand Elder Xu Changchun hurriedly spoke up to persuade. "This opportunity, who exactly it is given to doesn’t really matter, does it? Su Qiaoling, Nie Jingtao, Wu Junhao... which of them isn’t qualified? Since Bai Ziyue is aware of his own limitations, it would be better to redistribute and offer the opportunity to others among them." Elder Kong suggested with a pleased smile. "Bai Ziyue, how is your strength?" Jiangg Tao ignored the persuasion from the two elders, instead casually asking. "I’ve performed Inner Cultivation of the Six Viscera,." Bai Ziyue was slightly puzzled, but answered honestly. "Not bad! At your age, having such power genuinely indicates talent far surpassing the average person. I must admit, letting you go to the Lin Family, I felt some reluctance. Since you are unwilling, I will not force you. But since you were the first in this evaluation and gave up the largest reward, it wouldn’t be right for me to just let you return without anything. "How about this, you make a request. As long as it isn’t excessive, I can satisfy it for you. Additionally, regarding your position, I can approve your direct promotion to Guardian. For now, you can be affiliated with the Internal Affairs Hall." Gang Leader Jiang Tao nodded lightly, his eyes clearly showing appreciation, and said, "Thank you for the gang leader’s appreciation." *Bai Ziyue felt a vague sense of unease in his heart, but he still bowed and accepted the offer.* He hesitated for a moment before speaking, "I know that in martial arts cultivation, inner strength comes first. However, I’ve heard that there is a body refining cultivation technique that can make a martial artist’s skin and body resistant to swords and spears. I want a technique of this kind." Through battles with several Immortal Cultivators, he had actually discovered a very obvious weakness of theirs. Namely, their close combat abilities were virtually nonexistent, and their physical strength was also lacking. Once a martial artist got close, even if they had a Defensive Dharma Artifact, it was difficult to truly ensure their survival. Though he practiced both Immortal and Martial Cultivation, his physical strength was likewise a major shortcoming. Since learning of the existence of such body refining techniques, and knowing that the Gang Leader himself had trained in a hard skill, he was instantly moved and made a decision. External Forging and Internal Cultivation in martial arts were preliminary exercises for the body, but they were far inferior to body refining techniques, to hard skills. As for the longer time usually required to practice body refining techniques, he did not see it as a problem. Soul Energy could easily compensate for everything. "You have quite the ambition. The body refining techniques are strong, and when perfected, they can sanctify the body itself, achieving Innate through the physical body. But the difficulty is considerable. Even for me, practicing the Golden Bell Shield for twenty years, I have only reached the Seventh Layer. There’s still a long way to go before reaching the Ninth Layer’s Perfection, where the body transitions from Postnatal to Innate. However, since you are keen, I won’t withhold this technique. Why not give you the Golden Bell Shield?" Gang Leader Jiang Tao had a peculiar expression on his face, then, as if remembering something, he didn’t hesitate. He reached into his pocket and pulled out a cultivation technique. Without delay, he casually tossed it, and the technique slowly floated towards Bai Ziyue. "Thank you for the gang leader’s appreciation!" Bai Ziyue thanked again and then reached out to catch it. At the moment he touched the cultivation technique, a tremendous force surged up. Bai Ziyue slightly flipped his hand, suppressed it, and steadily caught the technique. He knew that this was merely a small test from the Gang Leader. The force transmitted through the cultivation technique was not large, so he naturally appeared composed. Jiang Tao nodded silently and then spoke, "As long as you sincerely serve the Sunburst Gang, I will naturally safeguard you. If Chief Clerk Lord Li and Immortal Ascension Pavilion Lord Pei both endorse you, I believe you are not someone who forgets his benefactors." Bai Ziyue’s heart tightened, and he quickly said, "I am from a small mountain village, from a poor family. It is precisely because of the Sunburst Gang that I have my current stability in life. Of course, I dare not forget the favors of the Sunburst Gang. As for Lord Li, he is from the same hometown as me, and we once encountered each other in Qinghe Town. On the last occasion, I had the chance to meet him, accompanying him was also Lord Pei. I did not expect the two of them would specifically mention me to the gang leader." *Regarding the previous strange behavior of the gang leader, he finally realized something.* *However, he did not know whether Li Xun and Pei Yuanwu had actually informed the gang leader about his Immortal Cultivation.* *Regardless, from the Gang Leader’s attitude, it was evident that he had no intention of doing anything about it.* *The gift of a Guardian position and the Golden Bell Shield hard skill clearly showed his intentions to win him over.* "Hmm." Jiang Tao nodded, then shifted his gaze to Wu Junhao, Su Qiaoling, and the others, speaking lightly, "Since Bai Ziyue has given up the opportunity to join the Lin Family, this opportunity now automatically falls to you. Wu Junhao, aside from Bai Ziyue, you have the highest contribution points. You shall take this opportunity." "Thank you for the great favor, Gang Leader." Wu Junhao was overjoyed and fell to his knees with a thud, speaking excitedly. "Hmm, rise. The other members should not be discouraged. The gang has abundant resources, and whether or not you achieve success largely depends on yourself." Jiang Tao spoke, seeing the faces of the others filled with envy and disappointment, and he took the rare step of offering a few words of encouragement. "Gang Leader, Master Zhao is back." At this moment, a voice announced. "Quick, let him in." As soon as the words fell, a vigorous, red-faced middle-aged man stepped inside. "Gang Leader, I am fortunate to have completed the task. I have delivered the letter." Zhao Lei saw the many people in the conference hall and didn’t seem surprised, simply bowing slightly and speaking. "You all may leave now." Instructing Bai Ziyue and the others to withdraw, Jiang Tao eagerly asked, "Did Elder Lin say anything? Wait, have you broken through?" As he spoke, his eyes flashed, looking at Zhao Lei with some astonishment.

Chapter 203 - 202: Body Refining Technique (Please Subscribe)

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