Alone and Infinite

Chapter 100: The Number One Under Heaven!

"call--"

Li Xia exhaled a breath of stale air, looked down at the burn marks on his chest. They weren't too serious; he'd probably be fine after a good night's sleep.

The intense burning sensation and kinetic energy are almost like those of a laser.

But we made it through eventually. Next...

The gaze shifted to Goku and Krillin. That random passerby had already been blown out of the ring by Master Roshi's burst of energy. Now, all that was needed was to defeat the two of them to win the championship!

Hey! You two brats!

Master Roshi suddenly remembered something, and while slowly taking the clothes from the host's hand, he called out to Goku and Krillin:

"You two, just admit defeat. You've achieved your goal of participating in the tournament, but your cultivation is far from complete. Go back and keep working hard!"

"Huh?" Wukong's mouth dropped open. "But big brother is very strong, I really want to—"

"Stop talking, Goku!" Krillin tugged at him and whispered, "Have you forgotten what I just told you?"

Just now? Oh right, Krillin said that old man was Master Roshi!

"There will be plenty of opportunities to spar, so hurry up and get down now! Go back and train hard!"

"Yes, Master!" *2

Master Roshi was taken aback for a moment, then a smile appeared on his face: "Really, let's go, I'll take you to eat something delicious!"

[Note: Krillin, Goku, and Master Roshi have abstained!]

[Notification: You have won the 21st World Martial Arts Tournament!]

[Note: 5 attribute points, 10 merit points, 2 Time-Space Copper Coins, and a fixed Special Equipment Box have been distributed!]

Looking at her bountiful harvest, Li Xia gradually smiled.

He called out to Master Roshi and the others, "How about we wait a moment? Bulma's treating, eat whatever you want!"

"A pretty little blue-haired girl?"

"Bulma?"

Who is Bulma?

"So big brother and Bulma are good friends too!"

In the most upscale restaurant on Martial Arts Island, Goku held two huge meat bones in his hands. After swallowing the meat that had been stuffed into his mouth, he excitedly said...

"Yes, Xia is my savior."

Bulma rested her chin on her hands, in high spirits to see her old friends, and simply watched everyone eat with a smile.

"By the way, what are everyone's plans after this? How about coming to stay at my place for a while?"

"Really?" Klin's eyes lit up, but he quickly sighed, "No, I have to go back to my master to train."

"I want to go!" Master Roshi suddenly revealed a lecherous and lewd look, rubbing his hands together as he asked, "How about a trip for two?"

Bulma immediately narrowed her eyes, and a boiling murderous aura filled the restaurant.

Master Roshi immediately became serious: "Ahem. Through this competition, I've discovered that young people are starting to show their talent, so I need to go back and train as well."

"I'm going to find my grandfather's four-star Dragon Balls!" Goku raised his hand. These were the keepsakes left to him by his grandfather, which he always carried with him. However, after the last time he summoned Shenron, the Dragon Balls scattered to various parts of the world.

"Dragon Balls?" Bulma suddenly remembered something. It seemed that Natsu also needed Dragon Balls, so she immediately said, "Goku, I'll go with you to find the Dragon Balls. Natsu, are you coming too?"

Li Xia, who had been quietly watching them, glanced at his task panel and shook his head: "I'm afraid that won't work, I have other things to do."

[Final Main Quest: The Demise of the Red Turban Army]

Mission Objective: Annihilate the Red Turban Army Headquarters

[Task Deadline: 15 calendar days]

[Task Difficulty: B]

[Task Rewards: 2 Attribute Points, 5 Merit Points, Returnee Qualification]

[Mission Penalty: Annihilation]

This task isn't too difficult; compared to the previous two tasks, it almost feels like a freebie.

Clearly, the previous Apostle of the Void and the rewards for this championship have already satisfied the Hall of Fame.

Therefore, the return mission is somewhat difficult, which can be considered a hidden reward.

Generally speaking, main quests progress gradually, becoming increasingly difficult towards the end. However, Li Xia's situation is completely the opposite.

It was quite a novel experience.

Li Xia pondered this main quest for a while, originally thinking that the other apostles' mission was to annihilate the Red Turban Army.

The Red Turban Army was one of the few groups that invested a significant portion of its scientific research in weapons development, and possessed many highly powerful weapons.

So it's still somewhat challenging, but not a big problem!

“By the way, Goku—” Li Xia interrupted his thoughts and said directly, “I’m afraid I’ll have to use the Dragon Balls to summon Shenron.”

"Oh? Summoning the dragon?"

Before Goku could speak, Master Roshi turned his gaze and said seriously, "Shenron—while Shenron can grant many wishes, but—"

Master Roshi was thinking about how to subtly advise Li Xia not to try to take shortcuts.

"Don't worry, Master Wutian," Li Xia shook his head, "I summoned the dragon not for some vague thing like immortality, but for something special."

"That's good"

Master Roshi nodded. Although he couldn't read minds to see what Li Xia was thinking, he was old enough to tell whether Li Xia was lying.

Wukong lifted his rice-covered face and said with a grin, "Sure! I'll give it to you once I find Grandpa's four-star item!"

"Well, thank you."

Behind what seems so simple lies a rather complex set of prerequisites. First, one must gain Bulma's friendship, then Master Roshi's approval, and finally, one must convince Goku of one's strength.

This way, Goku can become an ally and help find some of the Dragon Balls.

It's only a part, because there are still a few Dragon Balls that Goku can't get, and he needs to defeat Tao Pai Pai.

If you wait until Goku defeats Tao Pai Pai before asking for the Dragon Balls, you will trigger a side quest with Baba the Fortune Teller. In this side quest, you must participate in a battle and defeat either Gohan or a demon.

This will take a very long time, and unless you obtain an item that extends the time limit, the time you can stay in the hall is simply not enough.

There are only so many derivative worlds, and each level can only participate in a limited number of worlds and time periods.

The relevant intelligence has already been collected. It would be absurd not to do any research on a low-level world like the Hall where hundreds of thousands of apostles gather.

Never underestimate the creativity and wisdom of the apostles.

However, overuse of intelligence can lead to dependency, and intelligence is generally very expensive.

The standard version of the intelligence that Li Xia bought cost a full 2000 points; the premium version would be even more expensive.

Ordinary apostles simply cannot afford it.

Most importantly, once you reach Tier 4, you will be able to access the ranch world of the Hall. At that time, it will be a completely new world, and the apostles who are used to the strategy will die very quickly.

So, aside from the purposeful need for something in the world.

Few people rely entirely on walkthroughs; after all, an apostle must eventually emerge from infancy.

The music eventually ended and the people dispersed; soon it was time to say goodbye.

Li Xia declined Bulma's offer to take her there and waved to everyone.

The capsules were thrown into the open space.

Amidst the thick white steam, a small aircraft suddenly appeared.

Li Xia jumped in, and his general driving skills quickly allowed him to grasp the basic principles.

With the activation of the anti-gravity engine, it soared into the sky.

Objective: Kalin Tower!

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Chapter 101 The Way of Breathing, At the Pinnacle of Kalin

A small plane flew over the high school, leaving a straight white trail as the steam from its engine condensed in the air.

The distance from Budo Island to the sacred Kalin is long, requiring at least 8 hours by plane.

After setting the destination and letting the plane fly automatically, Li Xia simply leaned back in his chair, having expended a lot of energy in the battle just now.

After another hearty meal, it's hard not to feel a bit sleepy in the warm cabin.

Although as the body grows stronger, sleep becomes more of a habit than a necessity, according to the apostles' exploration, maintaining deep sleep is beneficial and harmless in every way.

It's more like an important channel for relaxation and stress relief.

Soon, long, deep breaths filled the cabin. The LV4 circulation of energy began to flow automatically. Even while asleep, Li Xia's body instinctively moved in rhythm with his breathing.

With each breath, it's as if you can draw in some mysterious energy from the world into your body, transforming it into wisps of warm air that slowly travel along specific meridians.

When exhaling, it is as if all the turbid air and impurities in the body are expelled, and the breath is steady and long, without any disorder.

As time went by, a faint halo gradually appeared around Li Xia's body. This halo flickered with his breath, like the faint light of stars.

The two battles with the Apostle of Urobuchi and Master Roshi were undoubtedly very rewarding. This reward was not only reflected in the rewards, but more importantly, in the implementation of what he had learned.

Those who practice martial arts value real combat most.

In his confrontation with the Apostles of the Void Abyss, Li Xia experienced for the first time the true pressure of being on the brink of life and death.

The feeling was completely different from when facing Smaug's dragon breath. Every move and every block was no longer a mechanical repetition on the training field, but an instinctive reaction concerning life and death.

The contest with Master Roshi was more about technique, and it was far more exhilarating. Master Roshi's moves seemed simple and unadorned, but they contained profound skill and rich experience. If he hadn't been holding back while sparring with Li Xia, it would have been a life-or-death struggle.

It's likely that we'll see a real show of one force overpowering ten techniques!

These experiences are in some ways no less valuable than the rewards. The Dragon Ball world may seem to have few missions and few rewards, but in reality, some things are not on the surface.

For example—Karinta!

"Beep beep beep, beep beep beep, cruise destination approaching, please switch to manual mode!"

Li Xia slowly opened her eyes and saw that the blue sea and sky before she fell asleep had suddenly turned into a lush and dense forest.

From afar, you can see a straight black line reaching into the sky, like a vertical bar suddenly appearing in the center of the screen.

He took manual control of the pilot, and the plane traced a graceful arc in the air as it sped towards Kalinta.

The engine nozzles gradually reduced thrust, relying mainly on anti-gravity engines for low-altitude flight.

The air blast from the passing plane swept through the jungle, causing the lush green leaves below to sway like a green wave.

Li Xia craned his neck to observe the outside. The trees below were extremely dense, with only a small open space near the tower.

A crude tent was pitched in the open space, and various animal hides were drying outside. This was the dwelling of the tower keeper, Brah, and his son, Upa.

They are a tribe living in the sacred land of Kalin, who have guarded the Kalin Tower for generations, but only the tower keeper's family can live at the foot of the tower.

The plane slowly approached the open ground, and the loud noise immediately caught Bra's attention.

The incredibly strong tower guard warily raised his spear and chased his son back into the tent.

"Boom"

A huge amount of water vapor burst out around the plane, then shrunk into a capsule, which Li Xia caught in his hand.

The drop of more than 30 meters occurred in an instant. As it approached the ground, its legs naturally bent, silently dissipating the force of the fall like a nimble cat.

He simply lifted a few fallen leaves from the ground, and with that one action, Brahma's expression became even more serious.

He could jump from that height with ease, but it's unlikely he could control the force so well.

"Outsider, this is a sacred place where immortals dwell. What brings you here?"

Brahma held the stone spear across his chest and asked warily.

Li Xia turned his gaze away from the towering Kalin Tower and nodded to Bra: "Climb Kalin Tower and pursue the limits of martial arts."