All-class Gu Immortal

Chapter 59 The Fundamental Diagram of Qi and Blood - The White Snake Entangling Silk

[Skill: Wind Slash]

[Progress: Proficient (10/800)]

[Effect: Quick draw of the sword]

"It seems that learning some third-rate martial arts can actually help to accumulate qi and blood."

Zhou Qing drew the qi and blood that had been concentrated in his arms back into his chest.

After more than twenty days of swordsmanship practice, the muscles in his arms were strengthened, his strength improved, and his palm strikes became faster.

Using the Wind-Riding Slashing Blade Technique to strike with the palm is faster than simply using the White Cloud Palm Technique.

[Skill: Shadowless Kick]

[Progress: Proficient (729/800)]

[Effect: Swift Step]

Whether practicing fist and palm techniques or weapons such as swords, footwork is very important.

Zhou Qing hadn't relaxed his training of the Shadowless Kick in the past twenty days.

The two third-rate martial arts techniques were progressing at an increasingly rapid pace.

Although each ability is singular, the combination of one enhancing leg strength and speed and the other enhancing arm strength and speed elevates his speed to a new level.

"He's cultivated so quickly even without the blood-replenishing powder to strengthen his qi and blood. It seems he can learn a few more third-rate martial arts techniques."

So far, Zhou Qing has not mastered any skill to the level of 'proficiency' or higher.

Zhou Qing went to Baiyun Martial Arts School in Shiqiao Lane, went straight to the study in the backyard, and found Wei Sheng reading and drinking tea.

"Master."

Zhou Qing stood at the door and bowed.

He has not yet been formally accepted as Wei Sheng's personal disciple, but Wei Sheng has tacitly accepted this title, so he naturally will not change it.

"What is it?" Wei Sheng picked up his teacup and gently scraped away the tea foam with the lid.

"This disciple is about to condense the fourth Qi and Blood Cloud."

Zhou Qing said respectfully.

Wei Sheng took a sip of tea, put down the teacup, and said casually, "Let me see."

Zhou Qing entered the study, circulated his qi and blood, and his palm swelled up as the qi and blood gathered.

Stab it!

Not only that, the muscles in his arms were also engorged and swollen. The training clothes that were loose half a year ago were now a bit tight on him, with his wrists showing. In particular, the muscles in his arms stretched the sleeves so tightly that they looked like they might tear at any moment.

Upon seeing this, Wei Sheng stood up to investigate. A faint smile finally appeared on his calm face as he nodded and said:
"Not bad. There are still two months until the end of the year. A month and a half is enough time to condense the fourth Qi and Blood Cloud, and half a month is enough time to break through the flesh barrier."

Zhou Qing was silent for a moment, then said seriously, "Reporting to Master, this disciple wishes to gather more qi and blood before attempting to break through the barrier."

"Oh?" Wei Sheng realized. "It seems Hongyu told you. So you want to cultivate both inner and outer strength?"

Wei Sheng stared intently at Zhou Qing.

“This disciple also wants to see the view from above,” Zhou Qing said, meeting his gaze firmly.

"It seems I underestimated your ambition." Wei Sheng was surprised. In his opinion, Zhou Qing had the potential to break through to the Tendon Refining Realm, and there was also a glimmer of hope for him to reach the Bone Refining Realm.

Unexpectedly, Zhou Qing's goal was the Blood Exchange Realm; he really dared to dream.

He thought of someone else.

"This disciple dares to ask," Zhou Qing said respectfully.

“It’s good for young people to have ambition and aspirations, but they shouldn’t be too ambitious, lest they waste their precious time and regret it later.” Wei Sheng’s expression darkened, and his words were not pleasant to hear.

"Thank you for your guidance, Master." Zhou Qing said demurely.

“However, I can give you that chance.” Wei Sheng’s eyes suddenly sharpened as he pulled out a yellowed parchment scroll from his pocket.

Wei Sheng gave it a gentle shake, and the parchment scroll unfolded, revealing a white snake spitting its tongue.

On a square parchment scroll, the white snake is depicted with lifelike detail, each scale gleaming with a cold light, inspiring awe.

Zhou Qing was so engrossed in the painting that, in a daze, he suddenly felt a white snake fly out of the painting and tightly coil around his body. Immediately afterward, the world spun around him.

Zhou Qing's body jolted, and he came to his senses.

At this moment, he felt his back was soaked with sweat, and his blood and energy were unusually active.

"This is the fundamental diagram of the Qi and Blood of the White Cloud Palm Technique—the Spirit Serpent Entangling Silk. Originally, I was going to let you comprehend it only after you broke through the physical barrier. Since you have chosen to condense more than four Qi and Blood Clouds, I will make an exception and let you comprehend it ahead of time."

Wei Sheng said calmly.

"However, I must say this upfront: there are advantages and disadvantages to studying the fundamental diagram of Qi and Blood in advance."

The benefit is that your blood and energy will become exceptionally active, and the speed of physical strengthening will be greatly increased.

The downsides... you should be feeling them by now, right?

"Yes, Master." Zhou Qing felt a little weak. Even though he had just eaten, his whole body seemed to be craving nutrition.

It's like you've just finished taking a shower; your brain is still excited, but your body feels empty.

"Your current condition cannot be repaired simply by eating your fill and consuming meat; you need to eat foods that greatly replenish your qi and blood. Otherwise, with your body depleted, your cultivation efforts will be much less effective."

Once you replenish your Qi and blood, you can continue to study the fundamental diagram of Qi and blood.

I don't care how you replenish your qi and blood, just don't do anything immoral or unethical that would force me to expel you from the family.

As he finished speaking, Wei Sheng narrowed his eyes, his entire being radiating a terrifying aura as he roared at Zhou Qing like a fierce tiger.

Zhou Qing stumbled and took several steps back before regaining his footing.

"Disciples must obey Master's teachings."

"Go ahead," Wei Sheng waved his hand.

"The disciple retire."

Zhou Qing bowed and withdrew. He had just stepped out of the study when he paused and turned back.

"Master, there is something I don't understand, and I would like to ask you to enlighten me."

"Ask." Wei Sheng sat down and picked up his teacup.

"The White Cloud Palm Technique is divided into four levels: Gray Cloud, White Cloud, Black Cloud, and Purple Cloud. Why not call it the Purple Cloud Palm Technique? Also, the Qi and Blood Root Diagram is called the Spirit Snake Entangling Silk. Why not call it the Spirit Snake Palm Technique?"

Zhou Qing finally voiced the question that had been lingering in his mind for a long time.

He noticed that Wei Sheng's forehead muscles twitched slightly, and he paused in his tea-drinking motion.

Seeing this, he slowly retreated.

"It is said," Wei Sheng's voice came through.

"The serpent that the patriarch saw was named 'White Cloud'."

"..." Zhou Qing hesitated for a moment, then bowed respectfully, "Thank you for your explanation, Master."

The next day in the afternoon.

Zhou Qing was practicing boxing in the front yard.

Two constables dressed in black robes and carrying long swords at their waists entered the martial arts school.

The leader was a middle-aged man, followed by a young man in his early twenties.

At this moment, the young man stood on the steps, looking at the apprentices who were polishing leather in the courtyard, and said loudly, "Who is Zhou Qing?!"

Upon hearing this, Zhou Qing looked puzzled and stepped forward, saying, "Greetings, you two constables. I am Zhou Qing. May I ask what business you have with me?"

"Come with us to the yamen; we need to summon you for questioning."

The young constable said coldly.

"Can't I ask here?" Zhou Qing said with a smile.

The young constable's expression darkened slightly as he said, "Let you come with us."

"Ah Qing, since the yamen is looking for you, then go." A calm voice sounded behind the young constable.

The young constable turned around and saw a burly man nearly two meters tall standing behind him. His explosive, terrifying muscles stretched his loose training clothes high, and his strong arms were probably twice as wide as the constable himself. Just standing there, he was like an impenetrable wall, giving people an extremely strong sense of oppression.

(End of this chapter)