Martial arts ascend to the gods

Chapter 352 Tong Jin
The strange power slowly dissipated, and the body returned to calm.

It felt very comfortable, with no negative feelings. On the contrary, it felt as if my body had been opened up by some kind of force.

“It should be ‘Tongjin Sweat’,” Zhou Leng said.

"Congratulations, congratulations..." The junior disciples clasped their hands in greeting, their faces filled with joy and envy.

After reaching the Innate Realm, a martial artist's body undergoes a qualitative change, but it still needs to grow gradually.

Generally speaking, only those with innate bone and muscle strength can achieve the ability to channel energy.

Previously, although bones, muscles, and tendons could all generate force and enhance strength, the three types of force were still different. This led to losses in force generation and uneven force distribution.

However, if one sweats profusely, the bones, muscles, and tendons will unite for the first time, which is called "connecting the energy".

However, this was just a coincidence, but the body remembered this power and left a mark.

Next, Zhou Leng only needs to cultivate slowly according to these traces to first unify his bones and flesh, and then unify his bones, flesh, and tendons.

Without mastering the flow of energy, one cannot advance to the level of a grandmaster, nor can one begin to transform energy throughout the body.

If you forcefully try to transform your entire body into qi, because your bones, muscles, and tendons will not be able to connect, the result will be that your body will fall apart.

Those who forcefully advance to the level of Grandmaster through drugs tend to age rapidly because their bodies lack internal energy.

Currently, not only humans, but even the Innate Pavilion has no method for cultivating internal energy, because the subtle differences in the human body are vast.

There is only one universally acknowledged method for achieving internal energy flow: practicing martial arts to its utmost level, which makes it easier to achieve this.

Zhou Leng thought for a moment and concluded that the main reason he was able to achieve full-energy flow so quickly must be the training method, namely the "Ten Rebellious Beast Fist".

Palm techniques and fist techniques are essentially for destruction and attack.

The Undying Star Body is for enhancing physical strength, while the Taiqing Sea Garment is for enhancing protection.

Only the Ten Rebellious Beast Fist training method connects the body with external martial arts, emphasizing the generation of power.

Zhang Feng exclaimed, "Great geniuses are indeed different. For all innate beings, the Tongjin stage is the most difficult stage. You, on the other hand, have already crossed the most difficult step as soon as you were promoted to innate.

"The starting point for great geniuses is our end."

Zhou Leng waved his hand and said, "Stop flattering me, it was just a coincidence. How are you all? You all seem to be injured."

“The giant insect is quite ruthless. It takes about three of us to withstand a giant insect of the same level, and four of us to win. It’s embarrassing to admit, but when we encounter a giant insect in its prime, it takes us quite a while to fight it one-on-one.” Zhang Feng and the others looked ashamed.

"Because of the shell?" Zhou Leng had studied giant insects.

"Yes. Before the actual battle, we thought we were pretty good. As disciples of the Ancient River Sect, and having participated in the youth battle, this mere giant insect was nothing. But when the fight actually started, our hands went numb first, then swelled, and finally cracked. Look..."

Everyone stretched out their hands, and sure enough, each one was swollen like a large steamed bun, covered with fresh cracks.

"We should use a combination of gentle force and the strength to strike from a distance," Zhou Leng said.

"Everyone knows that the force you use to hit an ordinary person is completely different from the force you use to hit a giant insect, making it difficult to generate enough destructive power. There are basically two types of giant insects: one with a hard shell and the other with a soft body. No matter how you hit them, they are difficult to defeat. However, we have accumulated a wealth of combat experience as a result, and our understanding of the two types of force has been significantly deepened."

Zhou Leng said, "I am quite interested."

"Let's go together."

Zhou Leng said helplessly, "I just finished the counterattack, but Brigade Commander Chen won't let me participate in the battle. I have to wait two more days."

"We've forgotten about this... The others who participated are all lying in hospitals, and Shanheyuan has gone to the world of giants to recuperate. And you're still alive and kicking?"

Then everyone realized that when they looked at Zhou Lengluan, they couldn't see a single injury on his body.

"I have practiced a special healing technique, which allows me to recover quickly."

"As expected of... Senior Brother." The group lowered their voices halfway through their sentence.

There are healing techniques in the Xiantian Pavilion.

Zhang Feng looked around; the nearest person was a hundred meters away. He whispered, "Zhao He is here."

“Young Master Zhao?” Zhou Leng instinctively recalled the team they had surpassed before; only the Wu Clan possessed such a formidable formation.

"Correct."

“He serves in the military, so it’s normal for him to be here,” Zhou Leng said.

Zhang Feng chuckled softly and said, "If it were him in the past, everyone would behave themselves. But after Huang Meng killed Tong, some people started saying that Huang Meng would kill He next, and then kill his way down step by step, until finally Huang Meng killed Zhao. So, everyone's looking at him strangely."

Zhou Leng said, "Don't talk nonsense about such things. After all, they are descendants of Zhao Sheng. We shouldn't gloat over their misfortune. We should put aside past grievances and unite against them."

"Yes, yes, you are mature and prudent."

Although everyone verbally agreed, they didn't believe Zhou Leng's words at all, clearly afraid of causing trouble.

"How's the battle going?"

Zhang Feng said, "The intelligence of giant insects is a mystery. When they are smart, they are frightening; when they are stupid, they are like idiots. Their attack rhythm is very strange. Sometimes they charge and attack fiercely, and sometimes they suddenly retreat. It's hard to figure out. Nobody can say for sure."

"Didn't you hear the important news?" Zhou Leng asked.

Everyone shook their heads and stared at Zhou Leng.

Zhou Leng hesitated for a moment, then said, "I guess the higher-ups already know, so I won't hide it from them. It must be that an anomaly occurred in the Tree People's World, which led to the discovery of ancient tree fossils, triggering a war between the two races. The next focus will probably be on the struggle for these ancient tree fossils."

"Good heavens, the Ten Realms must be going crazy fighting over this thing! It's not very useful for Martial Saints, but for Innate Realm and Grandmaster Realm cultivators, it's practically a lifeline. With the Ancient Tree Fossil's healing and strengthening techniques and body, their strength will definitely skyrocket."

"Then we need to be prepared."

Zhou Leng said, "Which of you has time to go back to the Shuizhou base and pass the message on to the people in the group, so that Zhang Xinglie, Elder Song and the others also know."

"Who's going back? It'll be good to rest for a few days." Zhang Feng turned his head.

Soon, a being decided to return today to deliver a message to the Ancient River Sect.

The disciples of the Ancient River Sect chatted until late at night before dispersing.

Zhou Leng originally wanted to find a room to stay in, but considering that it was too far from the Tree of Life and he might not be able to steal its power, he simply laid a mat against the wall near the Tree of Life and slept in his sleeping bag. He treated it as if he were under the giant frost tree.

The next morning, Zhou Leng felt someone pushing his sleeping bag and groggily opened his eyes.

"Zhou Leng, why are you sleeping here?" Root of Flourishing Root got up early to go cultivate under the Tree of Life. When he passed by, he saw Zhou Leng sleeping in a sleeping bag in the open.

“I like the air here; it’s not as fresh as the air inside the house,” Zhou Leng said.

Lush Roots carefully examined Zhou Leng. He wore an ordinary sleeping bag and ordinary camouflage clothing. Apart from his magic spirit bag, he didn't have any valuables on him.

Yesterday, the Tree People welcomed Zhao He. He was dressed in magical artifacts, and although his clothes looked ordinary, they were all luxury brands without any obvious brand logos.

This week, Leng must have spent all his money on cultivation resources. He probably didn't want to live in a free dormitory, but he also couldn't bear to rent a nice house.

"Don't sleep here tonight. After I finish my cultivation, I'll find you a house. My friend has a spare room here," said Lush Root.

“Really, there’s no need,” Zhou Leng said.

"We're all friends, no need to refuse. I'll begin my cultivation now, so I won't be able to stay with you any longer."

As the lush roots wriggled and the snake-like tree roots departed, Zhou Leng stood up.

This place is not far from the Tree of Life, and even while sleeping, you can still steal... borrow the power of the Tree of Life underground.

I slept very well, all my fatigue disappeared, and I felt full of energy.

Within the pores, a faint trace of life force lingers, like diluted life water.

so comfy.

Zhou Leng sat down against the wall and flipped through the news about the Tree Man Demon City from the past few days.

The Treant Demon City base has its own local area network, but it is not connected to the outside world.

The news report mentioned that Zhao He, the second son of the Zhao family, came, but there was no footage of him.

Before long, a large number of tree people gathered from all directions and walked to the Tree of Life.

Zhou Leng glanced down at the Tree of Life.

Just like yesterday, there were a large number of tree people, as well as three alien races.

A sorcerer, a dwarf, and a human, hmm?
Zhou Leng looked at the person, but it wasn't the same person from yesterday; it was a complete stranger.

Zhou Leng carefully recalled that the young man was in the team he had surpassed. He then calculated the time again...

The result is obvious.

"He must be Zhao He, the second son of the current head of the Zhao family. Apart from the direct grandson of the Wu clan, no one can easily cultivate with the tree man."

"The number of these cultivation qualifications is strictly controlled. That person yesterday probably made a deal with Zhao He, exchanging his cultivation qualification under the tree for other benefits."

The Tree of Life descended with white mist, enveloping all cultivators.

That rich life force is no different from drinking the water of life directly.

If one cultivates the Star Phoenix Resurrection Technique within the white mist of life, the efficiency will at least double.

Zhou Leng sighed inwardly, realizing that it would be a lie to say he wasn't envious.

However, instead of just admiring the fish in the deep, it's better to retreat and weave a net.

Zhou Leng put aside his selfish thoughts and sat down to cultivate the Star-Gazing Technique.

Internal strength is the foundation of martial arts. Even if you come here mainly to cultivate the Star Phoenix Returning to Heaven Technique, you must not forget the Star Study Technique.

The Star-Gazing Technique is the foundational internal skill of the Ancient River Sect, capable of cultivating one's Qi and Blood all the way to the Martial Saint level.

However, if one is an inner disciple, upon reaching the Grandmaster level, one will switch to a more powerful advanced cultivation technique.

The Heavenly Tide Palm technique can be mastered in a day, but the Star-Gazing Technique is impossible to achieve.

At this point, I can only reach the level of proficiency; there is still a long way to go before I achieve a basic level of mastery.

The cultivation process of the Star-Gazing Technique is completely different from that of ordinary Blue Star internal energy cultivation.

Zhou Lengqi focused his energy into his dantian and his mind entered his abdomen.

Within the dantian, a round, silvery-white true qi ball slowly rotated under the influence of the Star-Connoisseur Technique.

A wisp of true energy surged out, reaching a point in the meridian. There, the true energy condensed into a point, transforming into a tiny starlight that slowly rotated.

The second wisp of true energy surged out, advanced a distance, surpassed the first point of starlight, condensed into a point, and transformed into a single point of starlight once more.

The third wisp of true energy passed by the first two points of starlight...

In this way, strands of true energy spread through the body as if in a relay, transforming into starlight.

Before long, his whole body was sparkling with starlight, and more and more of it appeared.

The moment the 360th starlight took shape, the true energy in the dantian split into nine lines, surging out in all directions of the body.

Before long, the line of true energy connected the light of 360 starlight.

A vast amount of Star-like True Qi circulated within his body.

True Qi surges into the blood vessels, and Qi and blood combine.

Just like condensing true qi into starlight, a portion of qi and blood condenses into qi and blood starlight.

After condensing into 360 stars of Qi and blood, the Qi and blood flowed smoothly throughout the body.

Within the body, 720 starlight points are connected to the Qi and blood, forming a peculiar array.

Qi and blood circulate twice, and the stars and humans cycle twice.

(End of this chapter)