Chapter 275: Chapter 261 Purple Bamboo

Zhao Nandi looked at the Ancient River Jade Stele.

The Martial Arts Traces on the surface flickered, as if activating a mysterious power, making it a good time for cultivation.

She glanced at Zhou Leng, hesitated for a moment, then decided against cultivating, remaining on guard, constantly scanning her surroundings.

At the moment the sun rose, a thunderous sound like waves crashing onto a shore erupted within Zhou Leng’s body.

Zhou Leng, with his eyes closed, took a sharp breath, and held it in silence.

Wisps of white smoke were seen slowly streaming out of his nostrils, eyes, and ears, rising upwards.

Six strands of white vapor, like water and mist, rose straight up three feet, turning from white to purple.

The smoke thickened, becoming as thick as a pinky finger, forming segments, resembling smoky bamboo rods.

The vapor steamed the purple bamboo, and the True Qi achieved Divine Communication.

Zhao Nandi smiled reassuringly, not wasting the great opportunity for cultivation.

Before long, the six vaporous purple bamboos were entirely bright purple, continuously absorbing the surrounding Spiritual Qi.

Gradually, bamboo branches emerged from the segments of the six purple bamboos.

Zhao Nandi silently counted the branches on one piece of vaporous purple bamboo.

“One, two, three…”

The bamboo branches multiplied.

Zhao Nandi counted thirty-three branches, as they retracted like tendrils, attaching themselves to the purple bamboo.

The purple bamboo reversed its flow, streaming back into Zhou Leng’s nostrils, eyes, and ears.

The purple bamboo reversed irrigation.

Inside Zhou Leng, there were bursts of booming sounds.

Like tsunamis, like hurricanes.

Soon after, Zhou Leng opened his eyes, two purple clouds appeared and then dissipated.

The Ancient River Jade Stele in front ceased flickering and returned to normal.

Zhou Leng glanced around and stood up.

Zhao Nandi approached, grasping Zhou Leng’s hand with her right, their hands intertwined.

“Quickly, there might be danger here.” Zhao Nandi said, giving Zhou Leng a look, and the two walked hand in hand outward.

Zhou Leng felt something in his hand besides Zhao Nandi’s, something warm and slightly cool.

There were six people on guard in total, the other four panicked for a moment, then gathered at the door, paying no mind to Zhou Leng and Zhao Nandi.

The two of them stepped onto the large pit.

The other four stood at the entrance, noticing Zhou Leng and Zhao Nandi holding hands.

Zhao Nandi’s hand gently tightened, then slowly released.

Zhou Leng discreetly held onto the object, slipping it into his Magic Spirit Bag when people were not looking.

“What happened?” Zhao Nandi pretended to be clueless.

“Not sure, we first found all the lights damaged, it was pitch black. Then we saw the traces on the Ancient River Jade Stele flickering, fearing danger, we approached the door, but people outside wouldn’t let us out, they’re asking for instructions…”

The four looked at the two suspiciously.

The two stood right in front of the Ancient River Jade Stele.

Zhao Nandi said, “It currently appears that the anomaly might be caused by the Ancient River Jade Stele. Of course, it could also be the changes caused by Zhou Leng’s cultivation, but that possibility is very small. However, the details of Zhou Leng’s cultivation must be kept confidential, only to be reported to the director.”

All four nodded, having seen the vaporous purple bamboo.

The main door creaked open as the director and a group of experts rushed in with soldiers.

“What happened?”

Everyone recounted the events.

“Let’s go, and check the Ancient River Jade Stele together.”

Everyone hurried to the Ancient River Jade Stele, using lamps or phones for light.

They observed for a long time, finding no differences from before.

“Were you two in front of the Ancient River Jade Stele? Tell us the details.”

Zhao Nandi truthfully explained the situation, but omitted the Tiger and Leopard-shaped Jade piece.

Zhou Leng also recounted his cultivation process, mentioning a breakthrough in the Mystic Tide Technique.

The director said, “This is a serious matter, and with the cameras damaged, please accept the investigation, all six of you.”

Hearing the cameras were broken, Zhao Nandi sighed in relief.

The soldiers led the six into different rooms.

Zhou Leng sat quietly in the room, recalling Zhao Nandi’s covert act of passing something.

Before long, the director and military colonel entered, beginning their inquiry.

Zhou Leng candidly admitted to cultivating and mentioned achieving True Qi Divine Communication.

Despite having previously reviewed Zhou Leng’s records, neither could quite believe it.

The military colonel took out a piece of paper, saying, “Demonstrate it.”

Zhou Leng opened his right palm, placing the white paper on it.

He circulated the Sea Suppressing True Qi at the Divine Communication level.

True Qi streamed into his hand, which emitted a faint airflow, gently lifting the white paper.

The white paper rose to three inches high and stopped.

Qi suspended the paper.

The director and military colonel exchanged glances.

Reaching such a realm at such a young age, it’s rare.

No wonder he’s in the first tier group.

“Do you think the anomaly is related to you?”

Zhou Leng said, “I hope it’s related to me.”

The two slightly smiled; truly the young are bold when it comes to incidents.

If the Ancient River Jade Stele truly reacted, the country’s attention would definitely heighten.

Zhou Leng then said, “However, I suggest neither of you reveal this news, and contact Hall Master Wang Boxiong and Brigadier General Chen Shouhu.”

Both nodded gently, also remembering Zhao Nandi’s identity; this Zhou Leng was indeed extraordinary.

“Stay here, we will contact them now.”

Zhou Leng sat alone in the room, no longer thinking about other matters, slowly reflecting on the recent cultivation process.

Even though I didn’t see anything just now, I could perceive changes in the outside world, including the steam rising from the purple bamboo and the flickering of the jade stele.

The Sea Suppressing Technique reached Divine Communication, elevating all perception to a new level.

The previous True Qi flowed within the body like a small river.

But now, this small river has been divided into countless fine streams, able to sense every change.

When True Qi merged into the blood, I could even “see” the cells within the blood, including red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets, subtle details that were previously imperceptible.

My understanding of the Sea Suppressing Technique has also risen to a peculiar level.

It’s as if I’m standing high in the sky, overlooking the sea, with everything under control.

Like a divine spirit of True Qi, wielding divine authority.

In Martial Arts perception, “combat awareness” is like a rapidly growing infant, growing taller and bigger.

Apart from the Giant Body and Frost Aura, the body also senses a subtle, imperceptible power, seemingly a prototype of the Powerful Body.

When I carefully perceive that power, the image of the Eight-toothed Mammoth spraying saliva all over its head and face appears in my mind.

Zhou Leng suddenly understood that the ritual must have been the ceremony through which the Fierce Beast race bestows the power of beasts.

Although the Mammoth Power I gained is not complete, it is powerful enough in the Vitality Stage.

“It is said that the Eight-toothed Mammoth, even among the Fierce Beast race, possesses the greatest power, unmatched by even the Giant Dragon and Giant in strength. Three sayings have been passed down among the Ten Realms…”

Zhou Leng slowly recalled.

The greatest of the land is called the elephant.

The greatest of the sea is called the whale.

The greatest of the sky is called the dragon.

The Mammoth, the elephant among elephants.

Now, only the Blood Marvelous Body is missing among the four Bodies of Wonders.

The door of the room opened, and a guard said, “Zhou Leng, you can come out now.”

Zhou Leng got up and walked out the door, Zhao Nandi approached.

“How was it?”

“Everything is fine.”

“Let’s head back.”

Zhao Nandi and Zhou Leng walked out together, stepping into the open outdoors. Zhao Nandi spoke softly, “Don’t mention the Jade Tiger to anyone.”

Zhou Leng still hadn’t seen it, and nodded gently.

Zhao Nandi didn’t want to say more, and Zhou Leng didn’t ask further questions.

The two went back to the dormitory, changed clothes, and walked into the canteen together.

The canteen was bustling, with hundreds of people discussing.

“The Ancient River Jade Stele has shown unusual activity; it’s about to open…”

“I hope to gain the inheritance. Alas, not securing a spot in the Youth Battle was truly regrettable.”

“You’ll get used to it, If you’re not with a top-tier force, who can get it?”

“Wait for next year. After the Ancient River Trial, we might all have a chance next year!”

“Who actually knows what happened with the Ancient River Jade Stele?”

“I’ve asked too, it’s confidential, don’t pry too much, or there might be trouble.”

Zhou Leng and Zhao Nandi headed towards Zhang Xinglie and the others, eating and chatting together.

They were also talking about the Ancient River Jade Stele, but no one connected it to Zhou Leng and Zhao Nandi, as the two ate quietly.

After finishing their meal, the group of fifteen walked out of the canteen, strolling and chatting leisurely.

In an open area, Song Juesi looked at Zhou Leng with a smile and said, “Congratulations, young friend Zhou Leng.”

Everyone simultaneously looked at Zhou Leng, then at Elder Song.

“There’s a bit of change, but it’s hard to say…” Zhang Xinglie also looked at Zhou Leng.

The experienced Zhang Feng widened his eyes, saying, “Have you reached Divine Communication with your True Qi?”

Everyone carefully observed Zhou Leng.

All Inner and Outer Skills, when practiced to the extreme, can reach the Divine Communication Realm.

But the effects differ with each martial art’s Divine Communication.

True Qi Divine Communication has the greatest effect and is the hardest to achieve.

Even those Grandmasters seldom reach True Qi Divine Communication at the Qi Blood Realm.

They usually need to achieve it in the Innate Realm or even as a Grandmaster.”

“I was just lucky,” Zhou Leng said.

Everyone sighed with emotion.

Rao Mingxian said, “I thought advancing to the early Vitality Stage would let me get a bit closer to you, but the gap is only widening.”

Zhang Xinglie said, “Zhou Leng always had a talent for True Qi, so I expected him to achieve True Qi Divine Communication.”

“You’re talking nonsense. Who knew as a kid that Zhou Leng would achieve True Qi Divine Communication?” Li Yuanhe, the big brother of Zhou Leng and Zhang Xinglie, spoke bluntly.

“Just a feeling.”

Zhang Xinglie spouted nonsense with open eyes, making everyone laugh.

Song Juesi said, “Wan Wu is born of Qi. After reaching True Qi Divine Communication, all your martial arts will progress faster. When you switch to cultivating Innate Inner Power later, you might achieve Great Success in a day, much faster than others.”

“Yes, you must choose your next Innate Inner Power wisely. Don’t rush, even if it takes ten more years, don’t choose recklessly,” Zhang Feng said.

“Is there any guidance on this?” Zhou Leng asked.

Song Juesi stroked his beard and slowly explained.

“You’re probably aware that the Qi Blood Realm mainly trains Qi, blood, body, and power, with the Innate Realm deepening the enhancement, and the entire Grandmaster Realm process is known as ’Qi Transformation of the Whole Body.’”

“When a human achieves Qi Transformation of the Whole Body, they have no weaknesses in combat. Therefore, Human Race Martial Saints are not weaker than any Alien Race Demigods, often overwhelming them in combat.”

“The cultivation techniques in the Qi Blood Realm can be mediocre.”

“But the cultivation techniques in the Innate Realm must be as excellent as possible. The better they are, the stronger the effect during the ’Qi Transformation of the Whole Body.’”

“It’s true, if you linger in the Grandmaster Realm long enough, you can meticulously compensate for differences in techniques until they’re minimal.”

“But, that requires too much time and would delay the push to become a Martial Saint.”

“So, Zhang Feng is right. If you don’t have a good technique for the Innate Realm, it’s better to delay for ten years than to choose carelessly.”

Zhou Leng nodded and said, “Understood.”

“Have you decided on your Innate Road?” Song Juesi asked.

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