Ready to Set Out
In the Courtyard, Zhuge Xiang's shadow flickered and danced, his feet moving in a seemingly random pattern: three steps to the left, two steps to the right, three steps forward, one step back. His movements, though seemingly erratic, possessed a Profound Mysteries. Surprisingly, four figures appeared in the Courtyard, each lifelike. As one figure faded and disappeared, a new one would inevitably appear...
With a flash, Zhuge Xiang withdrew his footwork, exhaled a long breath, and couldn't hide his joy. He realized that using a Skill Point was indeed very effective, and he had already begun to understand the basics of this Ghostly Flash Steps footwork.
The footwork, with its ability to change direction at will, was exhilarating. Of course, more importantly, the footwork enhanced Zhuge Xiang's overall combat strength once again. Combined with the Sword of Attack and Kill, his only Five-Star weapon, he was confident that even with his third- Body Tempering Realm Third Layer cultivation, he could still achieve great things.
In half a year, Zhuge Xiang's equipment did not change much. However, he replaced all three of his One-Star magical Magic Artifacts: the Flowing Cloud Cloak, the Frost Headband, and the Star Chasing Boots. With all his magical Magic Artifacts on him, Zhuge Xiang's Two-Star Artifact.
Life Headwear (Two-Star Artifact): Requires Qi Cultivation Realm Fifth Layer, Defense 16-22, Passive: Restores 5 HP with each normal attack, HP 2828, Weight 3.
Boots of Speed (Three-Star Magic Artifact): Requires Qi Cultivation Realm Fourth Layer, Defense 20-26, Unique Passive: Within a 50-meter radius, friendly targets whose level is no higher than five levels above the user gain +20% speed, Durability 3336, Weight 7.
Decoy Cloak (Two-Star Artifact): Requires Qi Cultivation Realm Fourth Layer, Defense 10-13, Unique Active: Can completely transfer any attack to the cloak. After use, the cloak is destroyed and disappears. Durability 1226, Weight 4.
After fighting in the Endless Mountain Range for half a year, he had obtained at least a hundred pieces of equipment, but none of them had very appealing attributes. These three pieces of equipment were perfect for replacing his three One-Star Magic Artifacts. Their attributes were all quite good, especially the Life Headwear and the Decoy Cloak. If the Life Headwear was used well and the attack speed Healing Pill. Although the Decoy Cloak's defense wasn't high, its special effect was very enviable. After breaking through to the Body Tempering Realm, Zhuge Xiang's Character Interface attributes had been greatly improved.
Zhuge Xiang, male, 15 years old, HP: 400, MP: 500, Defense: 330-360, Attack: 340-388.
Zhuge Xiang was very satisfied with the Character Interface's attributes, especially the replacement of the Sword of Attack and Kill, which directly increased his attack power by more than 60. You can see the effect of the magic Magic Artifact equipment from this Character Interface. Without Bloodthirsty Technique or Qi Energy Bodyguard, Zhuge Xiang's defense value was actually more than 300, although 100 of these points were due to breaking through to the Body Tempering Realm, which increased the character's defense by 100 points.
"Zhuge Xiang, you really came back?" Suddenly, an arrogant voice rang out from outside the Courtyard. Turning his head, he saw a boy standing at Zhuge Xiang's door. He looked about sixteen or seventeen years old, with Red-Haired Crimson-Eyed. Who else could it be but Zhang Kuang? In the half year since they last met, Zhang Kuang's aura had become even stronger, which made Zhuge Xiang's heart skip a beat. He was at the Body Tempering Realm Third Layer.
"For the past six months, you have been training madly in the Endless Mountain Range, and as expected, you have gained a lot, actually reaching the Body Tempering Realm."
Entering uninvited, Zhang Kuang acted as if he were stepping into his own Courtyard. Sensing the powerful and stable aura emanating from Zhuge Xiang, his eyes lit up. Without thinking, he reached for his waist, pulled out a Spear from his Storage Belt, and thrust it straight at Zhuge Xiang.
"Well done!" Zhuge Xiang exclaimed, admiring Zhang Kuang's war-crazed personality. He swiped his hand on his Storage Ring, and his Sword of Attack and Kill appeared, striking back sharply.
It wasn't that Zhuge Xiang didn't want to leave these things in the Bag Space system, but taking things out of the Bag Space system would be too shocking. Zhuge Xiang could see the open Bag Space in front of him, but to others, it looked like Zhuge Xiang reached out and took things out of the Void, a skill that only Deity Transformation stage disciple could possess.
Therefore, items that are used less frequently, such as the Heart of Iron Essence, the Talisman of the Sky, the Breath Concealing Jade, the Hand Speed Scroll, and the Mysterious Wooden Token, are placed in Zhuge Xiang's Bag Space system.
With a clang, the Sword of Attack and Kill clashed with the opponent's Spear. Zhang Kuang was forced back three steps, while Zhuge Xiang was forced back six or seven steps. This surprised Zhuge Xiang. As expected of someone with the cultivation of the Body Tempering Realm Third Layer, Five-Star Sword of Attack and Kill, and two Rings and a necklace that added attack power, in a head-on battle, his own attack power was actually inferior to Zhang Kuang's.
"Good! Compared to half a year ago, the gap between your attack power and mine is even smaller." Seeing that Zhuge Xiang had only retreated six or seven steps, Zhang Kuang's eyes flashed with a sharp light, and he shouted with strong fighting spirit. He shook his Spear, and his Qi Energy emerged, transforming into an unstoppable momentum as he thrust forward again, bringing a bloody wind to the scene.
"You were no match for me half a year ago, and you are no match for me now," Zhuge Xiang laughed loudly as he watched Zhang Kuang's bloody spear strike. He then unleashed his Ghostly Flash Steps, leaving a lifelike afterimage in his original position while his true form appeared behind Zhang Kuang.
Blood Thunder Slash! The Blood Thunder Slash Skill, which had been stored in the Sword of Attack and Kill, was unleashed. Zhuge Xiang's Sword of Attack and Kill transformed into a dazzling Sword Light and slashed down directly. With each Zhang Kuang in the Body Tempering Realm, defense increased by 100 points. Zhang Kuang, who was at the Body Tempering Realm Third Layer, had a defense of over 300 points even without any Spell Manipulation. Zhuge Xiang naturally would not underestimate his opponent.
Breaking through to the Body Tempering Realm directly increases defense by 100 points, but the increase in attack power is only around 70 points. Of course, compared to the Qi Cultivation Realm, where each level only increases attack by 10 points, this is a significant improvement.
Seeing his Spear pierce Zhuge Xiang's body but miss completely, Zhang Kuang staggered due to the sudden feeling of emptiness.
However, Zhang Kuang lived up to his reputation as a battle maniac. His beast-like intuition was terrifying. Before he could even steady himself, he flicked his wrist, and the Spear suddenly passed under his armpit, turning into a dazzling light. Martial Skill - Horse-Turning Spear!
A dazzling spear light suddenly appeared, Horse-Turning Spear. Not only was the attack power exceptionally terrifying, but more importantly, it was sudden. How could an ordinary person expect someone with their back to them to suddenly launch such a killing move? However, Zhang Kuang was a battle maniac with quick combat instincts and reactions, and Zhuge Xiang was no less capable.
Qi Energy Bodyguard!!
The Blood Thunder Slash attack remained unchanged. At the critical moment, Zhuge Xiang activated his Qi Energy Bodyguard Skill, instantly boosting his defense from over 300 points to a terrifying level of nearly 500. The Horse-Turning Spear through Zhuge Xiang's defense, leaving only a superficial wound. However, Zhuge Xiang's Blood Thunder Slash, which had been charged up and increased by 100 attack power, struck Zhang Kuang's back hard, leaving a deep, bone-revealing cut. If Zhuge Xiang hadn't held back, this sword strike would likely have severed his spine.
Turning around, Zhang Kuang glared at Zhuge Xiang, staring at him in horror, "What you just did, was that Ghostly Flash Steps?"
"You should get treatment as soon as possible," Zhuge Xiang said calmly, his murderous intent subsiding. He neither admitted nor denied the Zhang Kuang question.
"Your strength is getting more and more terrifying," Zhang Kuang said, seeing that Zhuge Xiang did not answer and did not press the matter. He quickly took out the sect's Golden Wound Medicine and applied it to his back, saying with a sigh.
However, Zhang Kuang, a battle maniac, didn't understand what dejection and frustration were. He still looked at Zhuge Xiang with fighting spirit and said, "You should know about this sect mission, right? Are you interested in teaming up with me?"
"Okay, but I have other friends with me. You don't mind?" Zhuge Xiang was not surprised by the Zhang Kuang suggestion and nodded in agreement, while asking in return.
"This time, let's see who kills more Demon Wolves. It's better if you bring friends, preferably with some burdens by your side, then you're sure to lose." With a chuckle, Zhang Kuang discussed the time and place for their departure the next day with Zhuge Xiang, then turned and left. The injury on his back had temporarily stopped, but he still needed to heal it completely as soon as possible.
With the Body Tempering Realm, and the sect mission, Zhuge Xiang had Zhang Kuang and Lu Yuling as companions. Together with Niu Geng and Hua Nongying, the five of them formed a group. Zhuge Xiang nodded to himself, thinking that this lineup was not bad. Niu Geng's poison and Hua Nongying's agility, although they had not reached the Body Tempering Realm, were still quite useful.
Having obtained the Wolf Fang Arrows from Master Old Tie, along with other necessary supplies, and after making preparations, I spent the day practicing Ghostly Flash Steps.
The next morning, Zhuge Xiang arrived at the main gate of the Asura Sect and met up with Lu Yuling and the others. The main gate was crowded with people, and it was clear that many senior brothers and sisters who had taken on missions for their sect had chosen to gather at the main gate to set off.
"Junior brother, are you planning to go down the mountain to kill the Demon Wolf? If you don't mind, I happen to be traveling alone, could you come along?" Just as Zhuge Xiang and the others were getting ready to set off, a kind voice rang out behind Zhuge Xiang.
(Strictly speaking, this is already the third chapter today. There will be another chapter updated at 9 pm tonight. Please click and recommend this book to the new author and new book rankings. I should try to climb a few more places so that I can continue to update more chapters.)