Dawn had barely broken, and morning dew still clung to the leaves and branches in Azure No. 4 Courtyard on Lingxi Peak, when Yang Jing rose early.
Dressed in a clean black martial outfit, he stood tall in the courtyard and began practicing the Mountain-Splitting Seal once more.
After taking the Heart-Questioning Pill, the vast wealth of martial insights that had settled in his mind had brought his cultivation efficiency over the past few days to unprecedented heights.
The fist intent of the Mountain-Splitting Seal grew ever more condensed, its movements ever more seamless. Every punch carried an incomparably fierce and forceful momentum.
The whistling Fist Wind shook all the morning dew loose in the courtyard, while his internal qi circulated more smoothly than ever. His progress was so rapid that even he was pleasantly surprised.
Just as Yang Jing became absorbed in his practice, a soft knock came from the courtyard gate.
He withdrew his fists, steadied his breathing, and walked over to open the gate. A servant disciple from the Dining Hall stood outside, carrying a steaming food box. He had come to deliver breakfast.
Yang Jing thanked him, took the food box, and set it on the stone table in the courtyard. After a quick wash, he sat down to eat.
He had just finished and put away his bowl and chopsticks when familiar footsteps sounded outside the gate. Looking up, Yang Jing saw Sun Ningxiang walking in.
A warm smile appeared on Yang Jing's face as he looked at her. "Senior Sister, you came after all. You really didn't have to make a special trip to accompany me.
"Elder Ouyang already told us that the testing area has been sealed off. Outsiders aren't allowed inside. Even if you come with me, you'll only be able to