Big Tiger Enters Jiang Manor, Forgets Home

Jiang Hao rode Big Tiger as they slowly ambled through the gates of Jiang Manor.

Although the people of Jiang Manor had already heard that Jiang Hao possessed a "tiger companion,"

no amount of hearsay could compare to seeing it with their own eyes.

No matter how tall and mighty they had imagined the "tiger" to be from the rumors, the sight of it made their legs tremble.

That was genuine fear.

As an apex predator, a tiger naturally exuded a terrifying aura.

And Big Tiger, carrying a trace of tiger demon Bloodline, was even more extraordinary.

Without a firm will or martial training, an ordinary person facing a tiger would surely be filled with dread and fear.

"It really is a tiger..."

"The one on the tiger's back is the young master—can he truly tame a fierce tiger?"

"It must be the young master's Master who tamed it, but for someone so young to not fear the tiger is beyond ordinary ability."

"Master, Mistress are coming..."

Jiang Hao spotted Jiang Dahai and his mother in the distance.

They were surrounded by a crowd of servants as they approached.

Yet, even the couple turned pale and trembled at the sight of the mighty tiger.

Jiang Hao patted Big Tiger on the head.

Big Tiger understood at once, immediately lying down and lowering its head.

Jiang Hao smoothly jumped off Big Tiger's back.

"Father, Mother, why have you come?"

Jiang Hao asked.

"Little Tiger, we heard you were riding a tiger—truly unbelievable. Is this tiger so intelligent?"

Seeing that the tiger genuinely obeyed Jiang Hao, the couple realized this beast was no ordinary creature.

"Father, Mother, I've named him Big Tiger. Big Tiger is very intelligent and won't hurt anyone. There's no need to be afraid."

"Come, touch Big Tiger."

Jiang Hao pulled his trembling parents over to Big Tiger.

Though frightened, the couple was also curious, so they gently stroked the top of Big Tiger's head.

Big Tiger, aware of the close bond between these two and Jiang Hao, even licked their shoes, acting incredibly docile and affectionate.

Jiang Dahai laughed heartily. "Good, good! Truly an intelligent fierce tiger."

"Someone, prepare meat for Big Tiger."

"Such a spirit-touched tiger must be extraordinary. Tomorrow, I'll have someone build a house for Big Tiger. What do you think?"

Jiang Hao shook his head. "Father, there's no need for that trouble. Don't I have plenty of empty rooms in my courtyard? Just tidy one up for Big Tiger to stay in."

"As for meat, we'll probably need to prepare a lot more each day. Big Tiger has quite the appetite."

"Don't worry, meat is a simple matter. Can the vast Jiang Manor really let Big Tiger go hungry?"

Jiang Dahai had grown quite fond of Big Tiger.

A fierce tiger like this, intelligent yet so gentle with them—who wouldn't be charmed?

It was practically like a giant cat.

Seeing Big Tiger so "favored," Jiang Hao felt at ease.

In the days that followed, Jiang Hao trained in Raging Tide Force every day.

From time to time, he also observed Big Tiger.

Unfortunately, Fierce Tiger Fist had truly made no progress.

Jiang Hao understood that this was due to his insufficient Comprehension.

His Comprehension was not enough to allow him to reach Major Accomplishment in Fierce Tiger Fist in such a short time.

Perhaps in a few years, or ten, he could bring Fierce Tiger Fist to Major Accomplishment.

But that would rely on the accumulation of time.

That was too slow. Jiang Hao had a better method.

That was to visualize the Blood Moon and enhance his Comprehension.

Time flew, and another half year passed.

Jiang Hao was now eight years old.

On this day, a rumbling sound like muffled thunder erupted from within Jiang Hao's body.

"Shua."

Jiang Hao opened his eyes.

"Startling Thunder Force... finally mastered!"

A hint of excitement appeared on Jiang Hao's face.

This Startling Thunder Force really wasn't easy.

This time, Jiang Hao came to understand the issue of technique "compatibility."

Raging Tide Force—Jiang Hao had trained it to completion in just two months.

But when it came to Startling Thunder Force, it took four whole months to master.

This showed that Jiang Hao's Bone Quality had low compatibility with Startling Thunder Force.

However, even with low compatibility, Jiang Hao still managed to master it.

That alone proved just how terrifying his Bone Quality was.

This was a "forced" success.

Jiang Hao checked his current stats.

Cultivation: Ming Jin (Early Stage) Bone Quality: 7 Comprehension: 4.1 Spirit: 2 Fierce Tiger Fist: Minor Accomplishment Ming Jin: 160% Power Boost

After half a year of visualizing the Blood Moon, Jiang Hao's Comprehension had already surpassed 4.

Moreover, Jiang Hao had also cultivated two top-tier techniques—Raging Tide Force and Startling Thunder Force—bringing his Ming Jin boost to a terrifying 160%.

Now, if Jiang Hao were to erupt, his combat power would be extremely formidable.

Although his cultivation was still at Ming Jin Early Stage, according to his Master, Jiang Hao wasn't in a hurry at all.

He would first cultivate ten top-tier techniques; once he had trained ten types of Force and completely fused them together, then he could raise his cultivation without delay.

"Since Startling Thunder Force is done, I need to ask Master for the third top-tier technique."

Jiang Hao got up and left the room.

"Big Tiger."

Jiang Hao called out.

"Young Master, Xi Que took Tiger Lord out for a stroll. Should be back soon."

Du Juan said.

Hearing this, Jiang Hao shook his head helplessly.

Ever since Big Tiger entered Jiang Manor, his status had shot straight up.

Not only did he have his own separate quarters and daily portions of specially prepared meat, but Jiang Dahai had even hired some chefs to cook all sorts of dishes for Big Tiger.

And Big Tiger had been promoted to "Tiger Lord." The servants at Jiang Manor were no longer afraid of him, and they'd even take him out for walks from time to time.

"Young Master, Tiger Lord is back."

Soon, Xi Que's voice rang out.

"Roar..."

Big Tiger let out a spirited roar and quickly came before Jiang Hao.

Looking at Big Tiger, who had nearly rounded out a full size, Jiang Hao almost didn't recognize him.

"Big Tiger, you've gotten fat..."

Jiang Hao frowned.

Since entering Jiang Manor, Big Tiger seemed to have forgotten all about home.

If this kept up, Big Tiger would be "ruined."

"Come on, let's head to the training hall."

Jiang Hao leaped onto the tiger's back and headed toward the training hall.

"Good morning, Little Senior Brother."

"Greetings, Little Senior Brother."

"Good morning, Tiger Lord."

Arriving at the training hall, everyone was already used to seeing Big Tiger.

Some even greeted him.

This is not surprising.

Many people in the martial arts school practice the Fierce Tiger Fist.

And right outside the school, there was a living tiger on hand.

Many students and disciples observed the tiger.

Over time, "Big Tiger's" status naturally upgraded to "Tiger Lord."

This even led to Jiang Hao, the "Little Senior Brother," receiving a lot of gratitude within the school.

"Master, your disciple has already mastered the Startling Thunder Force. I request that Master teach me the third Ming Jin technique."

Jiang Hao saw Zhao Heita and stated his purpose directly.

"You've mastered the Startling Thunder Force?"

"Didn't you say before that the Startling Thunder Force didn't resonate with you, that you were stuck?"

Zhao Heita was clearly somewhat surprised.

"It doesn't resonate, but it's been four months now. No matter how poorly it fits, I should be able to master the Startling Thunder Force by now."

"..."

Zhao Heita fell silent.

Was four months slow?

Forget four months—four years, even fourteen years—which of his other disciples had mastered the Startling Thunder Force?

Zhao Heita knew Jiang Hao's Bone Quality was strong, but being this strong was truly terrifying.

The Raging Tide Force resonated with him, so mastering it in just two months was understandable.

But the Startling Thunder Force clearly didn't resonate, yet he still mastered it in only four months.

Zhao Heita had previously thought the Startling Thunder Force would stall Jiang Hao for at least a year or two.

And yet, just this—four months?

This was probably forcing the Startling Thunder Force to completion through sheer Bone Quality.

"Jiang Hao, I don't have a third top-tier technique for you right now."

"However, I will find a way. I'll definitely get you a third top-tier technique within a few days."

After deliberating for a moment, Zhao Heita spoke.

"I'll trouble Master, then."

Jiang Hao was also somewhat disappointed.

Without a third top-tier technique, didn't that mean he had nothing left to learn for now?

Zhao Heita was also at a loss for what to teach.

"Ah, right—the Fierce Tiger Fist."

"Jiang Hao, you can take Big Tiger hunting. Seek inspiration and opportunity from the hunt. You might just capture a spark of insight and push the Fierce Tiger Fist to Major Accomplishment!"

Zhao Heita offered a suggestion.

"Take Big Tiger hunting?"

Jiang Hao's eyes lit up.

In truth, he also knew that once the Fierce Tiger Fist reached Minor Accomplishment, hard training alone was useless.

It was simply impossible to reach Major Accomplishment.

To achieve Major Accomplishment or Perfection, one had to rely on enlightenment!

Sometimes, a single spark of insight, a fleeting opportunity, could bring understanding—far more effective than ten or decades of bitter training.

Zhao Heita had trained the Fierce Tiger Fist for forty years, and he was only at Major Accomplishment, wasn't he?

Without seizing an opportunity, without inspiration, wanting to improve the Fierce Tiger Fist?

Absolutely impossible.

"Alright, your disciple will take Big Tiger hunting right now. It just so happens that Big Tiger has been getting fat lately; it's time for some exercise."

Jiang Hao acted on the thought, immediately wanting to set out with Big Tiger.

"Jiang Hao, I'm not comfortable with you going to Flying Eagle Mountain alone, but I need to go secure your third top-tier Ming Jin technique, so I can't accompany you."

"Your Second Senior Sister has nothing to do lately, so let her, Wen Xiang, go with you."

"Yes, Master."

Zhao Heita called for Second Senior Sister Wen Xiang and briefly explained the situation.

Wen Xiang nodded and said, "Master, rest assured. I'll accompany Little Junior Brother to Flying Eagle Mountain on this trip."

"Good, go on then..."

Zhao Heita felt quite at ease with Wen Xiang.

So Jiang Hao rode Big Tiger, while Wen Xiang rode a horse. The two traveled together, quickly leaving the city and heading toward Flying Eagle Mountain.