Melting Hundred Classics
"A great harvest!"
Liang Qu sat upright in the lookout at the top of the central mast, having eaten his fill, enjoying the river breeze, and gazing at the entire fleet. How could he not be in a good mood?
[Cauldron Master: Liang Qu]
[Marsh Spirit's Favor: Martial Dao Divinity Level 3 (River Master Emperor); Ying Long Mark: Level 2; Tian Wu: Level 1]
The third level of Martial Dao Divinity triples Martial Dao Talent and increases damage against water-type Demon Beast by 30%.
The latter needs no further explanation; the word "noble" suffices.
The enhancement of his talent and comprehension made Liang Qu's thinking clearer and more insightful than ever before.
The transition from "three" to "four" seemed to break through a bottleneck, allowing him to enter another level, another world.
The overlap and construction of the two systems, "Myriad Victory Embracing Oneness" and "Subduing Dragon and Tiger Adamantine Skill", are as clear as the lines on the palm of your hand.
The subtleties of their cooperation unfolded, paving a smooth road for thousands of miles! Furthermore, there were techniques like spearmanship, archery, and fist fighting...
Even though I haven't practiced any spiritual cultivation, new thoughts and insights keep emerging based on my past memories and experiences.
"We could commission a special set of Ape Claw to Ta Ta Kai..."
Liang Qu felt that with his current understanding, he could completely adapt some low-level martial arts to make them more suitable for the user, even though his martial arts experience and theory were not rich, or even pitifully little.
Throughout the Yang Martial Hall, many apprentices eagerly awaited Master Yang's monthly special instruction, as none of the other senior apprentices could do that.
Liang Qu can do the same now! However...
"Master probably relies on his martial arts experience..."
Master Yang has spent half his life honing his skills and experience in martial arts; it's no joke.
The Falling Star Arrow and the Seven Kill Spear —half of Liang Qu's techniques came from his Master.
Remove Talent Transformation.
"The Preserving Spirit has changed..."
[Absorbing a fraction of the divine essence of the River Master Emperor, Preserving Spirit was transformed into the Divine Monarch Seal.]
Liang Qu operates the "Myriad Victory Embracing Oneness" to experience the "Preserving Spirit," allowing it to arise without being expressed.
A unique charm flows and emerges.
[Preserving Spirit] is an inherent Dharma Gate "Embracing the Myriad Victory Embracing Oneness", much like the [Golden Body] of "Subduing Dragon and Taming Tiger".
Its original intention was to engage in spiritual contemplation, allowing practitioners to actively draw closer to a certain being.
Humans, beasts, and natural disasters can all unleash their power.
For example, "Nuo Mask" involves wearing a mask and imagining oneself as having divine power, thereby becoming incredibly strong and invulnerable to weapons.
It is said that those who practice this method at Louguan Platform all Preserving Spirit Lord Lao, and it has the miraculous effect of prolonging life.
"Purely contemplate the true form of Lord Lao, who is nine feet tall, yellow in color, with a bird's beak, a prominent nose, eyebrows five inches long, ears seven inches long, three lines running vertically down his forehead, and the Eight Trigrams on his feet... Upon seeing Lord Lao, one's lifespan will be extended, one's mind will be as bright as the sun and moon, and one will know everything."
He himself saved the Chuan Lord Slaying Flood Dragon, yet he truly obtained a wisp of divine essence...
"It's definitely a good thing."
[Preserving Spirit] From now on, it will transform into the [Divine Monarch Seal], and even without using it, its power will be unparalleled.
The cost...
Liang Qu could vaguely sense it.
Even though I overdrawn my energy, at least I still had some remaining mobility, so I wasn't completely immobilized.
With greater power comes a greater cost, likely similar to the state one would be in after witnessing the Chuan Lord Slaying Flood Dragon yesterday...
"Call!"
Liang Qu grabbed the mast and stood up.
The lookout tower, a small platform built on top of the mainmast, served as a lookout point for Dou Shou, providing an unobstructed view of the sea route.
"With the favor of the River Master Emperor, the number of Spirit Fish required for each level of advancement is not doubled, Red Qi is guaranteed at a minimum of one wisp per year, so there's plenty to spare..."
That was awesome!
Ke Wenbin shielded his eyes from the sun with his hand. "That kid is grinning like an idiot again."
"Have a laugh, have a laugh, tonight we'll throw him and his bed into the water."
Dawn breaks.
A large flock of waterbirds, attracted by the fishy smell, perched on the mast, screeching and fighting.
The outline of the land stretching out at the horizon where the water meets the sky.
The soldier stood at the bow and waved the tricolor signal flag.
After exchanging the secret code, the land-based Prefectural Office confirmed that they were on the same side, quickly mobilized, and sent out the message. When the fleet docked, merchants from all over arrived with their carts and horses.
The sound of the abacus beads clicking incessantly filled the Record Keeper, drowning out even the cries of water birds.
Live fish, frozen fish, fresh dead fish... all were registered and hauled away by the truckload.
"Hey, Black Yinbin!" Ran Zhongshi exclaimed.
"Brother Zhong Shi, please stop messing with me."
"Haha, just kidding." Ran Zhongshi patted his shoulder. "You've been away for more than twenty days, you must be tired. I'll give you three days off, go back and rest, and leave the rest to us."
"Ran Zuoling official, don't be greedy and cut off our share of the profits! It's all hard-earned money!" Xiang Fangsu shouted.
"So what if you're greedy?" Ran Zhongshi pretended to kick him. "Didn't you eat enough of the good Treasure Fish on your boat?"
"You saw me eat it?"
"Would you be able to see if I took it?"
"You really were greedy!"
The wharf was bustling with activity and noise.
Liang Qu bid farewell to his colleagues, packed his tools, and went home.
In just over a month, Yi Xing Town has changed again.
In the center of Azure Stone Street, the Drum Tower, which was built in early June, has been fully erected and is quite magnificent. It is only half a mile away from Liang Residence.
"Yi Xing Town now has a landmark building."
Passing through the Drum Tower, a few steps to home, the Oolong, which had been smelling the aroma for a long time, jumped out of the courtyard wall, excitedly wagging its tail.
Liang Qu patted the dog's head, smelled a faint scent of vermilion lacquer in the air, and looked up to examine it.
As expected.
The entire Liang Residence has been completely transformed! Before departure, craftsmen from the Celestial Ship Merchant Guild came to carry out the construction, and a month later, it was perfectly completed.
There is an extra stone slab pattern at the main entrance with a foot stepping on auspicious clouds, otherwise it is no different.
The two small storage huts on the left and right sides of the courtyard remain unchanged.
We entered the Second Hospital.
The side rooms have undergone a major transformation, with the overall height increasing by nearly half. The second floor of the side rooms now features additional small balconies, almost reaching the same height as the original hall.
After looking around twice, Su Guishan was nowhere to be seen.
Liang Qu ran to the West Wing; the renovations on both sides were the same.
Upon entering, the first impression is that the lighting has improved, making it brighter than before.
Although the front and back sides are separated into a study and Quiet Room by wooden doors and walls, it does not feel cramped because the side room is already quite spacious, nearly 100 square meters. This separation actually creates a sense of spatial layering.
Especially on the outside of the North Quiet Room, a staircase on the first floor leads diagonally to the second-floor bedroom, dividing the upper and lower spaces. Two plant stands are placed on either side of the corridor outside the bedroom, adding a touch of life to the space.
My uncle didn't waste his youth.
A few casual words, yet the transformation is quite tasteful.
"Master!"
Liang Qu glanced around briefly, then looked away, put down his spear and bow, and bowed to the Old Monk reading in the study.
The Scarface standing to the side clasped his hands together and brought over a stool.
The Old Monk put down his book, flipped through the pages on the table, and took out a piece of manuscript paper.
Liang Qu was moved and respectfully accepted the document. "Is this a Dharma teaching?"
The Old Monk said, "You can make a copy of the ' Body Consciousness Method ' and send it to your Master."
Liang Qu didn't think the Old Monk was being sarcastic. He was always meticulous in his work, and he had already discussed the matter with the Old Monk beforehand when he sent the Dharma Gate to his Master and senior brother.
"Could it be of some benefit?"
"The Hunting Tiger Enters the True Image, there is a step called the Melting Hundred Classics, which refers to the integration and fusion of one's own martial arts. Even if one does not practice or use it for ten years, one will not regress in the slightest. The Body Consciousness Method takes a different approach. By cultivating step by step and achieving great success, one can reach this realm."
Hiss! Liang Qu's heart skipped a beat.