Starting with Proficiency Panel-Chapter 626: See the real deal tomorrow morning (new book content)

The above conversation occurred after Duan Nantian taught Xiao Qiang the Body Gate Three Techniques, Vajra Indestructible Body, and Baji Fist.

Currently, due to training the Vajra Indestructible Body, Xiao Qiang's height has shot up from the original 1.75 meters to nearly 1.9 meters. His muscles are bulging, presenting a muscular man, but not merely for show. Xiao Qiang's entire body exhibits a streamlined shape, making for a pleasing sight.

Xiao Qiang has managed to practice the Demon Bull Spirit from the Body Gate Three Techniques. The main reason he was able to find the Demon Bull Spirit in such a short time is due to Duan Nantian assuming the Demon Bull Mountain Shifting Form while Xiao Qiang practiced daily.

Duan Nantian's entire Demon Bull aura sprayed intensely toward Xiao Qiang, a result of chaotic charismatic overflow. Otherwise, it would have taken Xiao Qiang at least three years to find this trace of Demon Bull Spirit relying solely on the Contemplation Method.

This effect was achieved through Xiao Qiang's persistence and nearly a year's passage of time.

That day, Duan Nantian and Xiao Qiang had a meal together, slowly drinking and eating, an indescribable atmosphere in the air.

Xiao Qiang forced a smile, "Master, the one-year period is almost here, how are your preparations going?"

Duan Nantian laughed freely, "Lad, there's no such thing as a banquet that does not disperse. It's not like we won't see each other again; I'm only going on a trip, what's there to be sad about? Do I need any preparation for this? I'm always in peak condition."

The reason Xiao Qiang was reluctant was that he had rarely felt such warmth since he could remember, and just when he had a relative, this relative had to leave for a long time.

Anyone would be deeply saddened, especially Xiao Qiang.

During these nearly two years, Duan Nantian had taught Xiao Qiang a lot about the Jianghu. He also knew the dangers of the Ancient Battlefield, where a single mistake could trap one forever, as the Power wielded in Ancient Times was not comparable to now. Even the basic Evil Qi of the Ancient Battlefield could turn someone mad if they entered without Gang Jin protecting them.

Duan Nantian suddenly shifted the topic, "Alright, the biggest characteristic of our Body Sect compared to other sects is that we can live longer and survive in particularly harsh environments. It's fair to say that if I don't want to die, nothing in the world can stop me.

If we can fight, we fight; if we can't, we flee. In narrow paths, the brave wins. Heh, there's a reason why our sect has existed for so long!"

Xiao Qiang was speechless and drank all night, finishing off the wine brewed by Duan Nantian.

Finally, one morning, Duan Nantian left.

He left only a letter.

Xiao Qiang felt no disturbance; he quietly picked up the letter and opened it. 𝗳𝚛𝗲𝕖𝚠𝚎𝚋𝗻𝗼𝕧𝗲𝐥.𝚌𝚘𝐦

"Dear disciple, Little Qiang, by the time you see this letter, I am already on the way to the Ancient Battlefield. Although our Body Sect has declined and only you and I remain, our sect is not unknown, do not tarnish our reputation.

But remember my words, if you can fight, fight; if you can't, flee. In narrow paths, the brave wins! I have put the sect's assets under my pillow, remember to take care of them.

In my absence, you are the caretaker of the Body Sect. Although halfway into practice, you are indeed suitable for our Martial Arts, and I hope you can take on the responsibility. A man bleeds, sweats, but does not shed tears. When I return, I hope you will have found your Martial Path belief...! Duan Nantian."

After slowly reading the entire letter, Xiao Qiang sat silently for a long time.

He quietly put away the letter, then went to the martial arts platform at the back of the courtyard to start today's practice. Xiao Qiang continuously practiced the Demon Bull Mountain Shifting Form, and for the last time, he even transformed the Demon Bull Spirit, to the point where his entire body faintly emitted a "moo..." sound.

Afterward, Xiao Qiang sat cross-legged, placing both hands on his knees, his eyes slightly closed, silently operating the Indestructible Body Secret Technique to dissolve the Power he had just generated into his muscles and skin.

With a light "poof," Xiao Qiang found that all his muscle membranes were connected, and the Power flowed freely. The Indestructible Body Secret Technique activated silently, and the Power in Xiao Qiang's muscle membranes moved with his will.

The Power congealed into clumps or scattered into threads at Xiao Qiang's thought. With this, he completed the First Tier of the Vajra Indestructible Body, and once Xiao Qiang becomes proficient, he can control every muscle in his body with his will. Next, as long as Xiao Qiang enhances the spirit of the Demon Bull Mountain Shifting Form to manifest the demon bull fully, the Peak of Ming Jin is within reach.

Xiao Qiang quietly felt his body's condition and couldn't help but smile happily, "I didn't expect to break through like this!"

But the joy didn't last long as Xiao Qiang thought of Duan Nantian, and the breakthrough's joy was significantly diminished.

"Alas, I wonder when Master will be back."

In the few days that followed, Xiao Qiang completely adapted to the breakthrough's Power. It can be said that the Vajra Indestructible Body is indeed abnormal; after training the First Tier, Xiao Qiang can control all his muscles, further enhancing his Power. To this day, even Xiao Qiang doesn't know how many tons of force he can exert with his full strength.

Today happens to be the beginning of Xiao Qiang's senior year. In these nearly two years, Xiao Qiang ignored the outside world and focused entirely on practicing Martial Arts. Before each exam, he'd review the material for a week and managed not to fail any courses.

After all, practicing martial arts cleared his mind and made him a lot sharper than before, making it much easier for someone like Xiao Qiang, who doesn't like studying.

Walking into the campus and seeing the new students registering, Xiao Qiang suddenly realized he was already twenty years old. Before the age of eighteen, he was busy struggling for survival; after meeting Duan Nantian, he practiced martial arts daily, rushing to the courtyard to train immediately after compulsory classes. The dormmate he used to keep in touch with, Zhang Jie, applied for an internship during junior year; it was said his family found him a great job. In the end, Xiao Qiang found himself left alone again.

As Xiao Qiang wallowed in self-pity, a soft voice suddenly reached his ears, "Um... excuse me, senior, I'm a new student, could you tell me how to get to the female dormitory building no.3?"

Xiao Qiang turned around, stared at the figure who spoke, and gave what he thought was a friendly smile, "I know the way, but the school is a bit large, so I'll take you there."

Though in Xiao Qiang's eyes, it was an extremely friendly smile, in the eyes of He Ailin, the girl asking for directions, it was incredibly intimidating. After all, Xiao Qiang's height shot from 175 cm to nearly 1.9 meters during these two years of martial arts practice. The classmates sharing a classroom every day didn't find it odd, as they had become accustomed to his height over time.

Moreover, Xiao Qiang's once delicate face had become rugged and fierce, making anyone who saw him hesitant to consider him a good person.