Chapter 21
Silly disciple, we don’t have to fight over every little thing...
Han He’s gaze swept over:
“You can go in, but I advise you to think twice…”
Inside the cave, apart from Murong Xiao, all the disciples were above the Inner Breath realm.
The former was strong due to his innate physique, while the latter could use their Inner Breath to protect themselves.
“I’ll try the outer area first. If it doesn’t work, I won’t push myself,” Li Mo said, his eyes shining brightly, addressing both of them.
Han He shook his head inwardly.
No wonder he got into a conflict with others as soon as he entered the Martial Arts Hall.
Just a little progress in martial arts, and he thinks he’s invincible, always wanting to compete with others.
This temperament might teach him a lesson.
“You can go in, but your safety is your own responsibility. If anything happens, don’t blame me.”
“Thank you,” Li Mo cupped his hands and then looked at his master.
Shang Wu squinted her almond-shaped eyes, pondering for a moment before taking out a small bell:
“If you can’t hold on, just shake it a couple of times.”
This was the Xin Xin Ling (Heart Bell).
When one bell is shaken vigorously, the other will ring.
As long as they’re not separated by a thousand miles, it will work.
Though Elder Shang seemed carefree, she didn’t want her precious disciple to get hurt.
“Thank you, Master.”
After receiving the bell, Li Mo walked up to the entrance of the Shenfeng Cave.
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**Chapter 18: The Killing Intent of Murong Xiao Enters the Body**
At the entrance of the Shenfeng Cave.
Looking inside, one could see various weapons displayed—some gleaming coldly, others rusted and worn.
The atmosphere was thick with a sense of danger, making one feel as if blades were pressing against their skin, causing tension throughout the body.
Many martial artists were coming and going, all exuding powerful auras.
Some were blacksmiths, while others were inner disciples from different peaks.
“What’s your purpose for entering the Shenfeng Cave, and how long do you plan to stay?”
An inner sect steward sat there, recording the comings and goings.
However, when he looked up, he was momentarily taken aback.
The young man before him was far too young.
Li Mo replied, “I’m here to temper my body, at most for two hours.”
The steward paused, then waved his hand impatiently:
“You’ve just entered the Blood Qi realm. What are you doing here? Go on, get lost.”
With his keen eye for the Observation Realm, he could tell that Li Mo had only recently entered the Blood Qi realm.
“Elder Han He has already given his permission.”
Li Mo didn’t mind the steward’s attitude.
The man might be gruff, but he didn’t seem to have any ill intentions.
“Elder Han He…”
The steward’s expression shifted, uncertainty creeping in.
“Which peak are you from?” he asked.
“Qunyu Peak,” Li Mo replied.
“Qunyu Peak? Where did they get a disciple like you…”
As he spoke, the steward suddenly recalled that Elder Shang Wu had indeed taken on a true disciple this year.
And apparently, this disciple was exceptionally talented.
Ah, it seemed he had even climbed the Ascending Stone Steps alongside that true disciple named Ying Bing.
What was his name again...
For a moment, he couldn’t quite remember.
“Give me your waist token for recording.”
Li Mo handed over his waist token.
After the steward recorded it, he nodded and softened his tone:
“If you want to practice, remember to know your limits.”
“The first layer contains sharp weapons, many of which have never tasted blood.”
“As for the second layer, those are the real deadly weapons. Heh, I once killed a notorious bandit, and his sword is kept in the second layer.”
Since the other party was a true disciple, he might have some backing.
For instance, the new true disciple that Elder Han He had taken in was incredibly strong and had already made it to the second layer.
He was happy to explain a bit more.
“What about the third layer?” Li Mo asked curiously.
“Kid, don’t aim too high. The third layer holds legendary weapons, and those have a spirit of their own. If you’re not in the Observation Realm, you’d best not go there,” the steward emphasized, shaking his head.
“I understand,” Li Mo replied, taking back his waist token, cupping his hands, and stepping into the cave.
Instantly, the feeling of being pricked by needles intensified.
There were quite a few people on this layer, some of whom recognized him.
“Li Mo?”
“Wow, it really is that Li true disciple.”
“What’s he doing here? Practicing?”
“Ugh... he looks too delicate, doesn’t seem like he has a solid foundation. He hasn’t even reached the Inner Breath realm, so he doesn’t need to use metal and iron to temper his Inner Breath, right?”
The crowd was puzzled.
But Li Mo clearly had no intention of explaining himself. He walked forward fifty steps, oblivious to the chatter around him.
“Phew... I can’t move anymore.”
Li Mo let out a long breath.
By this point, his skin had begun to sting.
On his own, fifty steps in the first layer was already his limit.
If he tried to go further, his body would suffer irreversible damage.
“Ten years of martial comprehension left.”
“Let’s start with the Extreme Weapon Body technique.”
Li Mo focused his mind, feeling a shift within.
【Ten years of martial comprehension successfully infused.】
【In the first year, you thoroughly studied the Extreme Weapon Body technique and learned how to manipulate the killing intent of weapons to temper your body.】
【In the third year, after deepening your practice, you discovered that with proper control, you could temper your internal organs as well.】
【In the fifth year, you became initially proficient in the Extreme Weapon Body technique.】
【In the tenth year, your control became precise, allowing you to resonate with various weapons, and you could practice it to the meridian level.】
【Comprehension complete.】
【You have mastered the Extreme Weapon Body technique to great success!】
In an instant, enlightenment struck.
Li Mo immediately felt as if he had entered a new realm.
If the pervasive killing intent of weapons was likened to water, then before, he was like a duck out of water.
As the water deepened, even in calm conditions, he would drown.
Mastering the Extreme Weapon Body technique to great success transformed him into a skilled swimmer; unless faced with raging waves, he would be unharmed.
“Body tempering!”
Li Mo sat cross-legged.
The killing intent of weapons that surrounded him was drawn into his body.
The sharp energy was dangerous, but under his exquisite guidance, it caused him no harm whatsoever; instead, it sculpted and refined his body.
A jade must be carved to become a gem!
“Is he really practicing?”
“How long do you think he can last?”
“I bet he won’t last a single incense stick.”
“A stick of incense? If he can last a hundred breaths, that would be impressive.”
“Don’t you all practice? Why are you so concerned about others?”
“I’m a blacksmith, thank you very much.”
Seeing Li Mo in deep concentration, some began to discuss among themselves.
Others started betting on how long this Li true disciple could last.
However, before the betting could even take shape, Li Mo suddenly stood up.
“What the heck? It hasn’t even been thirty breaths! He can’t handle it!”
“I’m all in, haha, thanks to Li true disciple for helping me make some money!”
“Wait, he’s not going back!”
When someone shouted, everyone snapped back to reality.
Indeed, this Li true disciple hadn’t turned back; instead, he continued deeper into the cave.
It looked like he was about to descend to the second layer.
What the hell?
Is he trying to get himself killed?
“Wait, he seems fine?”
“Ugh... this is insane.”
“Oh my, he really went down to the second layer!”
Everyone was dumbfounded.
They watched as the young man moved lightly, passing through the doorway at the end of the first layer.
His figure quickly disappeared at the top of the stairs.
No way.
When they started betting, they never expected this to happen.
How do we settle this?
Many in the Inner Breath realm only stayed on the first layer.
How was Li Mo strolling through his own backyard?
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“This killing intent of weapons must not solely come from the weapons stored in the Shenfeng Cave.”
“Could it be that there’s something deeper in the cave?”
Li Mo sensed some clues.
Others might not have noticed, but perhaps due to his Xuanpin Immortal Body, he was extremely sensitive to this kind of aura. If he were to become a blacksmith, he would surely thrive.
With this thought, he felt an even stronger urge to delve deeper.
As he stepped into the second layer, the number of weapons in sight diminished, but all eighteen types of weapons were still present.
Many were chipped, clearly having seen battle.
He suddenly felt a heaviness in his mind, his consciousness swirling.
It was as if a chilling aura had invaded his heart.
“Killing intent…”
Li Mo took out a Qingxin Dan (Calming Heart Pill), placed one under his tongue, and the sensation dissipated.
He sensed for a moment.
“I can still go further.”
Li Mo continued onward.
After walking another hundred steps, he suddenly spotted a figure.
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