She had now accumulated more than three hundred and twenty strands of Inner Qi within her body.
Her meridians, sinews, and bones had been repeatedly washed and tempered by Inner Qi until they were incomparably resilient. Su Qingwei could feel with increasing clarity the realm barrier standing between the Bone Tempering Realm and the Bright Force Realm.
That morning, the light mist shrouding the courtyard had just dispersed.
As the morning sun rose over the courtyard, Su Qingwei, dressed in a plain, fitted martial outfit, sat cross-legged atop a bluestone platform, her expression solemn and tranquil. Her long lashes hung slightly lowered, her breathing deep and even; she had already adjusted both body and mind to their best state.
Lin Fan stood beside her, watching calmly. "Are you ready?"
Su Qingwei slowly raised her eyes. There was some nervousness in her gaze, but even more determination. She nodded lightly. "Husband, I'm ready."
"Breaking into Manifest Force is a threshold of shedding one's mortal frame and remaking one's bones." Lin Fan spoke slowly, his voice low with instruction. "The Bone Tempering Realm tempers the flesh, sinews, and bones. The Bright Force Realm, however, requires you to merge the hundreds of scattered strands of Inner Qi throughout your body into your flesh, truly making them part of your body. From then on, a martial artist can wield the Inner Qi within their body as easily as an arm or finger, calling upon it at will."
Lin Fan paused slightly, then added softly, "During the process of breaking into the Bright Force Realm, your flesh and bones will endure tremendous pressure. You must not grow impetuous and force your way through. If you cannot bear it, immediately cease your cultivation. Do not force yourself. It will not be too late to attempt the