Shape-Shifting

This world has all sorts of strange cultivation methods.

One way is the orthodox path of immortal cultivation, where one breathes in spiritual energy and ascends the immortal path step by step.

Another way is to build an immortal body with incense offerings, though this method of achieving immortality is now considered heretical in these times.

It's unavoidable. The total amount of incense offerings in the world is limited. If someone achieves immortality through incense offerings, it means the incense offerings of other gods and immortals have been stolen. Thus, those who became gods and immortals first cut off the shortcut for those who came after.

That's why the gods and immortals enshrined in temples and monasteries remain motionless like clay statues most of the time.

But if a local evil god messes with their incense offerings, they will immediately descend.

Besides these two methods, Xiao Hong had also heard of many other peculiar tales.

Some scholars, upon writing a timeless classic with their words, were met with a purple aura descending from the east, instantly propelling them into the realm of gods and immortals.

Some people who spent their lives doing good deeds would, upon their end, receive heavenly merit that forged them a golden body.

In the southern Hundred Thousand Mountains, there is the Witch Tribe, who can slay gods and immortals with their gu worms.

In the northern Endless Snow Plains, there is the Barbarian Tribe, who can kick open the gates of heaven with their physical bodies.

So, Kong Wu might also be cultivating by killing demonic evil.

Everyone has their own path and destiny. Xiao Hong wasn't particularly concerned about it.

If the upcoming task could be accomplished, that would be the best immortal destiny for him.

Jin Hefeng was also not interested in Kong Wu's secret. Within the Great Jing territory, no sect's foundation could compare to the Demon Suppression Division.

As long as he could steadily earn merits and get promoted, all cultivation techniques and resources would not be a problem.

What he was interested in was why Xiao Hong had gone to such lengths to invite Kong Wu.

His subconscious told him that the recent plans of the Purple Flame Hall would be very helpful for his promotion.

After watching the backs of the two as they left, Jin Hefeng pondered for a long time before waving to call Yang Zhaohui over.

"What exactly is the Purple Flame Hall up to? We must find out!"

"You mean?"

"Agree to that person's request!"

Yang Zhaohui's pupils constricted. After a moment of hesitation, he finally bowed and said, "Yes!"

The Demon Suppression Prison in Purple Flame County did not hold many ghosts and monsters.

In total, there were probably less than twenty.

But now, Kong Wu's face was full of smiles.

"Earned it, earned it!"

[Kong Wu]
[Vitality: 102]
[Strength: 57.42 (52.2 + 10%)]
[Skill: Blood Burst Technique Lv1 (0/10), Three Tribulation Finger Lv1 (0/10)]
[Free Attribute Points: 15 points]
[Special Attribute Points: 1 point]

The demonic evil that the Demon Suppression Division specifically imprisoned had no cultivation below the Foundation Establishment stage.

Although the highest [Strength] attribute among them was only 36 points, they collectively provided Kong Wu with 4 Free Attribute Points.

More importantly, when he killed a monster that resembled soft mud and constantly changed its shape, the system provided 1 Special Attribute Point.

Up to this day, Kong Wu had killed quite a few formidable opponents.

However, the number of times a Special Attribute Point had dropped was only twice.

The first time was with that Evil God Cultist. The Special Attribute Point he provided was used by Kong Wu on his Zhanmadao, resulting in the Evil-Slaying Saber, a handy weapon that could continuously improve itself.

And now, he had obtained another Special Attribute Point.

What should he use it on this time?

After thinking for a while, Kong Wu made up his mind.

His way of becoming stronger was by improving his [Strength] attribute and strengthening his physical body step by step. Therefore, external items offered him very limited help.

As for weapons, the Evil-Slaying Saber was already sufficient for him.

Since he had no other needs, further upgrading the Evil-Slaying Saber was the best choice.

"Young friend, I have completed half of what you asked. Next, you just need to help me with one thing, and I will also write you a recommendation letter for the Golden Core demonic monster."

Xiao Hong, walking in front, turned around with a smile and said.

Kong Wu nodded, looking a bit confused. "What do you want me to do?"

"Open the door."

"Huh?" Kong Wu froze for a moment, not quite understanding Xiao Hong's meaning.

Xiao Hong didn't explain, just smilingly said, "You'll know this afternoon. Let's go back and eat now. You didn't eat enough this morning, did you?"

With that, Kong Wu finally realized.

Everything he'd eaten that morning had already been completely digested.

Upon returning to Purple Flame Hall, servants who were prepared for them presented Kong Wu with countless dishes, filling an entire table.

"Young friend, you eat first. I still have some matters to arrange over at my place. I'll come find you later."

Xiao Hong greeted him and then left with his hands clasped behind his back.

The midday meal was much more substantial than breakfast, and consisted mostly of greasy, meaty dishes. It was clear the kitchen staff had learned from the morning's experience.

After finishing three tables of meat, Kong Wu let out a satisfied burp and dismissed the stunned onlookers.

He lounged on a chair for a while before standing up and walking over to pick up the Evil-Slaying Saber.

The dark blade seemed to breathe, and the conspicuous rune pulsed with a regular, faint glow.

[Evil-Slaying Saber: Enhanced by special attribute points, this Zhanmadao has gained the "Evil-Slaying" attribute. It can be strengthened by killing demons.][Special Attributes: Evil-Slaying (Deals higher damage to demons. Killing demons grants Evil-Slaying Value. The higher the Evil-Slaying Value, the greater the bonus damage.) / Toughness (As Evil-Slaying Value increases, the blade's strength also increases.)][Evil-Slaying Value: 25]

When his Evil-Slaying Value reached 10, it had gained the "Toughness" attribute.

Kong Wu had initially thought that reaching 20 Evil-Slaying Value would grant another special attribute.

Unfortunately, it hadn't. Perhaps the accumulation of Evil-Slaying Value wasn't enough yet.

"System, allocate points!"

Kong Wu silently chanted, adding the 1 Special Attribute Point to the Evil-Slaying Saber.

As soon as the thought formed, the Evil-Slaying Saber began to change.

The entire blade started to tremble, and next to the rune representing Toughness, a new rune slowly appeared.

Just as Kong Wu got a clear look at the new rune, the Evil-Slaying Saber suddenly writhed. The entire blade, like a pool of black liquid, flowed along Kong Wu's hands and onto his body.

As the mass of liquid flowed around his body, Kong Wu understood the meaning of the new rune.

With a thought, Kong Wu split the black liquid into two, converging on his fists.

The next moment, a pair of glowing black gauntlets appeared on his hands, with sharp spikes protruding from the knuckles.

Opening his palms, Kong Wu held his hands in the sunlight to observe them for a moment.

Then, he spread his palms again, his thoughts shifting.

The black gauntlets instantly changed. The spikes vanished, flowing towards his fingers.

Clang!

At the tip of each finger, claws about five inches long extended.