Protagonist's Standard Kit: Growing Stronger in Adversity

In a corner of Tiebei City, Jiang Yan, who had just been beaten to the ground, struggled to get up again, and a number of cultivators had already gathered around to watch the spectacle.

"This kid can really take a beating!"

"How many people are there now?"

Amidst the pointing fingers and whispers of the crowd, Jiang Yan gritted his teeth and opened the <Wanjie Thunder Furnace>.

I recognize every word in the book, but what about phrases like "using the body as a furnace, taking in Myriad Tribulations as fuel," and "drawing lightning and fire to temper the bones, transforming the world's Spiritual Qi into Qi and Blood, temporarily residing within the body"?

The combination of these words is simply cryptic!

Jiang Yan finally couldn't help but ask for help, looking up at Qin Wangchuan behind the Talisman Stall with a pained expression. "Eldest Brother, are you sure you didn't copy this handwritten copy incorrectly or miss any words? Or... could you explain a few key sentences to me personally?"

Faced with this request, Qin Wangchuan's hand holding the pen did not pause; he simply shook his head slightly. "What I can say has already been said in the book."

He paused slightly, a drop of ink hovering at the tip, and continued, "Since the characters are difficult to understand, let it demonstrate them for you a few times."

As soon as the words were spoken, a menacing-looking Soldier Puppet slowly emerged from the ripples.

It didn't appear suddenly; it has always existed, only it has concealed itself.

This is precisely the supreme method that Qin Wangchuan deduced from the <Book of Illusory Worlds> he obtained from Li Qingluan in the past, specifically for use on Soldier Puppet.

Naming -- [Boundary Defining Existence].

After all, the Paper Figurine used to be disposable, but the Soldier Puppet now are not.

This eliminates the hassle of repeated summoning.

Before Jiang Yan could take a closer look, a terrifying shockwave suddenly erupted from the Soldier Puppet, instantly clearing away the dust on the ground!

On its torso, streaks of blazing, bright purple, like magma, suddenly lit up, meandering and flowing, emanating a terrifying aura of destruction; the surrounding air distorted from the intense heat.

It is indeed the <Wanjie Thunder Furnace>, First Gear full power!

However, when wielded by this specially made Soldier Puppet, its power was far more magnificent and terrifying than Jiang Yan had imagined.

Jiang Yan was dumbfounded. He never imagined that the obscure words and phrases described in the cultivation technique would translate into such a terrifying reality!

"This cultivation technique...?!"

The surrounding crowd erupted in uproar, many with gleaming eyes and barely concealing their greed.

As the Soldier Puppet disappeared once again.

"This is too unbelievable..." Jiang Yan came to his senses, rubbing his throbbing temples, feeling more exhausted than being slammed ten times in a row.

Just then--

"Oh."

With that soft chuckle.

A young cultivator in brocade robes and a jade Jade Belt walked slowly in, gently Folding Fan, but his gaze was fixed on Qin Wangchuan.

His name is Liu Suifeng, and he is a core disciple of the neighboring Xianyun Sect.

Liu Suifeng's gaze first fell on Qin Wangchuan, and he noticed that although Qin Wangchuan's demeanor was unassuming, it was captivating. A hint of surprise flashed in his eyes.

"Your technique just now was quite rare." A slight smile played on his lips, a burning glint in his eyes. "I don't care for talismans and such. How about this—"

He Folding Fan shut with a "whoosh" and pointed it at Jiang Yan.

"I'll spar with him. If I win, this technique is mine, how about it?"

Qin Wangchuan raised his eyes and glanced at him indifferently.

Tenth Realm of cultivation.

Although he looks young, he is actually over fifty years old.

That is, her appearance was maintained only after taking elixirs, so she is not a person of importance.

Seemingly sensing Qin Wangchuan's doubts, Liu Suifeng turned his head, his gaze sweeping contemptuously over Jiang Yan, who was sitting cross-legged on the ground. "Don't worry, he's just a mere Seventh Realm cultivator. I'll only exert fifty percent of my strength... no... thirty percent."

His tone was casual, as if it were already a handout.

"Thirty percent of your strength is enough."

Qin Wangchuan didn't speak, but simply gestured for him to proceed.

Liu Suifeng's voice was not quiet, and it carried an undisguised sense of superiority, instantly waking Jiang Yan from his thoughts.

Jiang Yan raised his head and looked at the arrogant guy in front of him. He felt frustrated because he couldn't understand the technique and frustrated because he had been beaten like a punching bag for days. At this moment, he felt like he had found an outlet.

He took a deep breath, stood up, stretched his still slightly sore muscles, and his eyes calmed down. "Please advise me."

Liu Suifeng chuckled lightly, his Folding Fan snapped shut, and he swept in like a gentle breeze, pointing a finger at Jiang Yan's vital point on his chest!

"Laugh--"

A sudden whooshing sound rang out!

Before Jiang Yan could even see it clearly, the blue light from the other party's fingertip was already in front of him.

This finger strike, though using only a portion of his strength, was swift, accurate, and ruthless, clearly intended to crush the opponent in one move and demonstrate his complete control.

That's too fast!

It was so fast that even the Spiritual Power within the body didn't have time to Zhou Tian.

'It takes three breaths to activate the Mysterious Thunder True Body... There's no time!'

The chill of death shot straight to the top of one's head.

It was a matter of life and death.

The eight-character general principle of the "Wanjie Thunder Furnace" resounded like thunder. "Use the body as a furnace to refine qi and store it in the meridians."

I still couldn't understand it.

But it doesn't matter!

Forget about cultivation paths! Just start practicing directly!

"Buzz!"

It felt like something inside my body was ignited!

A scorching and violent force exploded from his meridians, and a sharp pain struck. Suddenly, a wisp of dark golden Lightning Light burst forth from his fist!

"Boom!"

Fists clashed!

A surge of savage and domineering thunderous power poured into his fingertips.

Liu Suifeng staggered back seven or eight steps, his face filled with astonishment.

"How is that possible?!"

"Seventh Realm cultivator repelled Tenth Realm?!"

The crowd erupted in uproar.

Jiang Yan, after unleashing that punch, was completely exhausted. His face turned deathly pale, and he staggered a few steps before collapsing to the ground, panting heavily and drenched in sweat.

The arm that was forcibly circulating the energy was trembling uncontrollably and could barely be lifted.

It was a success?

Jiang Yan looked at his fists, utterly exhausted, yet his eyes gleamed with wild joy.

With just a sliver of power, not even reaching the "First Gear," he was able to repel an opponent whose cultivation level was far superior to his!

However--

His surprise, however, became the most glaring mockery in Liu Suifeng's eyes.

In full view of everyone, he was defeated by a mere ant from the Lower Realm?

Liu Suifeng's face turned ashen, and under everyone's gaze, he erupted in rage. "So, you've been playing dumb, trying to fool me?!"

He completely tore off his mask of hypocrisy, unleashing his Spiritual Power without reservation, his Killing Intent chilling!

"Die!"

With a furious shout, he moved like lightning, and with a fierce palm strike, aimed straight for Jiang Yan's face!

This strike showed no mercy; he was determined to kill on the spot!

Jiang Yan collapsed to the ground, exhausted, unable even to raise his arm to block. He could only watch helplessly as the fatal blow rapidly magnified in his pupils.

The shadow of death is looming!