Zhou Qiming took a deep breath, somewhat surprised by the new changes. Breaking through to Limit Breaking First Layer had consumed five points of Root Bone Value, much more than he had anticipated.
For his current physical potential, the consumption of five Root Bone Value points was extremely astonishing.
He quickly checked his body's changes, his thoughts racing. He then felt his Internal Force transform into an invisible small hammer, about three inches tall.
This condensed God Forging Hammer let out a rumbling sound, automatically climbing up his Meridians. Finally, it struck his glabella several times with the sound of a Great Bell Sound.
Zhou Qiming first felt dizzy and disoriented, then as if he heard the Nirvana Dao Sound. His will was torn apart and reassembled. His muddled thoughts became clear and tranquil, as if washed and cleansed by a waterfall.
"This, how is this possible? My Spiritual Power and perception have been strengthened!"
Zhou Qiming was dumbfounded, then both shocked and delighted.
One had to know that even High-grade Martial Arts or Ultimate Skills could at most temper the physique and remodel Tendons and Bones; they would absolutely not enhance Spiritual Power!
Spiritual Power was basically fixed. Only in the later stages, when breaking through major realms to reach the Grandmaster Realm, would it begin to increase slowly.
But now, Zhou Qiming had mastered a technique to actively cultivate Spiritual Power. In the long run, his Martial Dao Achievement would be immeasurable!
"These five Root Bone Value points were well spent. I can continue breaking through."
Zhou Qiming suppressed his inner joy, calmed down, and began to strategize.
He still had Ten Thousand Taels of Silver in hand. He could go to the Treasure Pavilion and stock up on Exotic Meat. After all, money was earned to be spent. Only money spent was real money. If he kept it and King Chaotian attacked and broke through the county town, it would all be ruined.
Since Root Bone Value could be replenished and restored, there was no need to be frugal. He could continue breaking through!
After cultivating the Evergreen Skill, Zhou Qiming's physique became increasingly powerful. Even breaking through seven or eight times a day would not damage his foundation.
Hum--
As the Martial arts panel blurred and refreshed, Zhou Qiming's Internal Force grew stronger again. The condensed God Forging Hammer's volume more than doubled, reaching a foot in height.
[Root Bone: 4/22 points!]
[Weapon Forging Limit Breaking Second Layer (Trait: God Forging Hammer)]
Zhou Qiming took a deep breath, feeling the new changes.
Although no new traits appeared, the God Forging Hammer's talent had genuinely strengthened.
Doubling in volume meant an increase in the efficiency and time for Forging Spiritual Power.
Moreover, Zhou Qiming was pleasantly surprised to find that after Limit Breaking Second Layer, the God Forging Hammer could not only strike the spirit but also strike Internal Force, increasing the efficiency of his Evergreen Skill cultivation by thirty percent. It wouldn't take long for it to reach completion.
The most crucial point was that the Weapon Forging Skill after breaking through twice was already quite valuable. His current Weapon Forging Skill was probably comparable to the workshop master, Mo Yu.
Having joined the Weapon Forging Workshop for only one or two months, he had honed such terrifying Weapon Forging Skill. If other craftsmen knew, they would likely marvel at his talent.
Zhou Qiming tidied himself up and went to the Treasure Pavilion to buy Dragon Tendon Pills and the exotic meat he needed.
The amount of Silver Kiss King Snake Meat supplied by the Hero's Tower each month was completely insufficient for his consumption; he had to supplement it.
Three bottles of Dragon Tendon Pills cost him three thousand taels of silver, and this was even with the purchase limit.
Although the Treasure Pavilion was a neutral merchant guild established with royal backing, it couldn't meet the demands of all martial artists. Even with Zhou Qiming's identity and status, he could only purchase three bottles of body-tempering pills per month.
Exotic meat was slightly better. Zhou Qiming bought fifteen jin of Wine Bear Meat in one go.
He looked at the description of the Wine Bear Meat. Its monthly supply was the largest, and its effects were the same as the Ren Family's Silver Kiss King Snake Meat.
"This is produce from Young Master Huang Yi's family's Meat Field. You have excellent taste, sir." The maid who served him packed the Tendon Transformation Pills and exotic meat and respectfully handed them to Zhou Qiming.
Zhou Qiming was a regular customer at their shop. He was always generous and had high purchasing power, which significantly boosted the maid's performance.
"Some people are born in Rome. I'm broke again; I just don't have enough to spend."
Zhou Qiming carried his large bags and sighed. After this shopping spree, he only had a little over 2,000 taels of silver left.
As for those so-called Four Young Masters, they never had to worry about cultivation resources. Each of them had family mines and Meat Fields. Even Ren Xue's family had Silver Kiss King Snake Meat.
"It seems it's time to rob a Meat Field and take matters into my own hands for a self-sufficient life."
Zhou Qiming left with satisfaction. If he didn't take on a few Blade Catcher missions soon, his wallet would be empty. He had to take action.
The maid, Biyu, also looked curiously at his retreating back. He looked only about twenty years old, yet he spent several thousand taels of silver. Could this person be one of the Four Young Masters?
After his purchases were complete, Zhou Qiming hurried to the Weapon Forging Workshop to go to work.
Just as he heated the furnace and prepared to cover the Sword Embryo with soil and shape it, he was summoned by Steward Mo Yu.
"Xiao Ming, Workshop Master Mo wants to see you. Hurry to the hall."
Steward Mo said with a smile, his eyes full of kindness.
The old man looked down at the farm tools and weapons Zhou Qiming had been crafting these past two days. The more he looked, the more satisfied he became, his aged hands stroking and praising them.
"His craftsmanship has improved again. This child's talent is truly monstrous. He's only been learning for a month or two, and he's almost as good as the excellent blacksmiths in the manor."
"Okay, Grandpa Mo, I'll go right away."
Zhou Qiming quickly put down his work and went to the reception hall of the Weapon Forging Workshop.
This was the first time he had met Workshop Master Mo Yu since arriving here. He was also curious about why the other party had summoned him so suddenly.
"You're doing very well. You live up to Zhang Tie's recommendation."
Mo Yu had short stubble and short hair, wore brown clothes and a tunic, and his muscles contained astonishing strength. His arms, in particular, were like a pair of iron pillars. He looked to be only forty or fifty years old.
"Greetings, Workshop Master. This is all thanks to the cultivation of Uncle Zhang and Steward Mo. I merely possess a bit of strength," Zhou Qiming said humbly, cupping his fists and bowing to the strong man.
Workshop Master Mo sized him up, a smile on his lips. He grew more satisfied with Zhou Qiming the more he looked, and then invited him to sit and have some tea.
"Sit down quickly. We're all family here, no need to stand on ceremony. You've been at the Weapon Forging Workshop for two or three months now, and customers are very satisfied with the goods you've crafted. Starting today, you are a first-class weaponsmith."
Mo Yu's smile was kind, making one feel as if basking in a spring breeze. He intended to promote Zhou Qiming to a confidant position.
"Thank you for your appreciation, Uncle Yu. I will definitely work twice as hard and be meticulous and responsible with every weapon."
Zhou Qiming bowed deeply, thanking him sincerely.
Mo Yu stepped forward to help him up, but felt a rebound of powerful protective energy, surprising and delighting him.
This kid's body tempering realm is probably not low, close to the Bone Forging and Tendon Changing level.
To master the art of weaponsmithing to such a degree, and still have time to break through in his body tempering realm, such talent and comprehension are truly top-tier. In time, he won't lose to those on the low-tier Human Ranking like Bai Hao and Huang Yi!
"Good, very good. It's good for young people to be humble and hide their strengths, but don't lose your youthful spirit. Not everyone is a villain or a schemer. Only by appropriately displaying your talent can you seize every opportunity!"
Mo Yu nodded with a smile and, under Zhou Qiming's bewildered gaze, handed him an ancient-looking secret manual. "Take this Crimson Sun Art and practice it. You can ask me if there's anything you don't understand."
"This... Thank you, Uncle Mo Yu." Zhou Qiming accepted it with a steady hand, still filled with disbelief and joy.
The precious family internal cultivation technique that the County Governor's son had desperately sought but couldn't obtain, Mo Yu was so generously giving to him. This kindness was comparable to that between a master and disciple, or father and son. Zhou Qiming kept it firmly in his heart.
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