Douluo: Dragon King's Divine Elegy

Chapter 162 The Eight Extraordinary Meridians: Obtaining the Faith Power of the Star Luo Empire!

As night deepened, two giant ocean liners, like lonely travelers, traversed the vast sea.

Under the faint moonlight, Nan Liujing sat cross-legged on the balcony.

"Jie Jie Jie."

The sound of wicked laughter mixed with the sound of the sea breeze reached his ears.

Opening his dark blue eyes, Nan Liujing smiled faintly and said, "I thought you weren't planning to come, senior."

A dark golden halo tore through the night. Mu Ye stood on the balcony, his feet treading on the void. He chuckled and said, "I gave up the first level of my original body technique to get permission from the Heavenly Phoenix Douluo. If I don't give it to you and have you practice on it, wouldn't that be a waste?"

"Shall we start now?" Nan Liujing was also curious about how much improvement the Body Secret Technique could bring to him.

Since acquiring the bloodline of the Golden Dragon King, he has never been disappointed in matters of body refinement.

"Walk."

Makino grabbed Nan Ryujin's shoulder, and the two instantly transformed into streaks of light, rushing towards the sea not far away.

The bright moonlight reflected on the dark sea, and beneath the boundless sea, it seemed as if a giant beast was lurking, ready to swallow any life that passed by.

Mu Ye said, "The first level of the Primal Innate Secret Technique is called Penetrating the Body. Next, I will take you to a depth of 500 meters underwater. The water pressure will continuously compress your body, keeping you in a tense state. After that, you should try your best to control the water pressure entering your body and then impact the nearly half-closed and quite blocked Eight Extraordinary Meridians. This technique is also known as Penetrating the Body. Once the Eight Meridians are penetrated, your body will undergo its first transformation, which will bring great benefits."

As he spoke, Mu Ye solemnly explained the incantation and operation method of the first move of the Body Secret Technique to Nan Liujing.

After he had finished eating, the two of them suddenly plunged into the water with a splash.

From this point on, Makino stopped protecting Nan Ryūke and allowed him to begin to endure the pressure of the water.

The icy, bone-chilling seawater seeped in everywhere, constantly eroding Nan Liujing's skin, like bone spurs piercing her skin. The deeper she went, the more severe the sensation became.

Makino glanced at Nan Liujing, whose expression was calm, and nodded secretly.

We've now reached a depth of 300 meters underwater. For many exceptionally talented Soul Masters, reaching this point is already quite challenging, especially for beginners learning Body-based Secret Techniques.

Soon, they reached the 500-meter mark.

As Mu Ye prepared to leave, leaving Xiao Hong to guard Nan Liujing, a voice transmission suddenly came.

"Senior, let's go down another thousand meters, otherwise it won't feel right."

Makino was taken aback, and said solemnly, "Are you sure? This is no joke."

"Do I look like someone who likes to joke around?" Nan Liujing asked in return.

“Otherwise?” Makino replied sincerely.

Nan Liujing: "..."

Bubbles churned as the dark gold figure continued its descent.

When they finally reached a depth of 1,500 meters underwater, Mu Ye stopped. After instructing Xiao Hong to guard Nan Liujing, he flashed out of the sea and disappeared.

1,500 meters is already a terrifying diving depth.

Here, only deathly silence and overwhelming pressure resounded endlessly. Nan Liujing's bones couldn't help but emit a low humming sound, as if a giant hand with no blind spots was trying to crush his body.

Without needing to be summoned, his blood vessels automatically sensed the potential danger outside his body. In an instant, Nan Liujing's entire body was engulfed in blazing flames, shining like a scorching sun in the pitch-black seabed, illuminating an area of ​​hundreds of meters around.

"Dong, dong, dong——"

The heartbeat, which contained the life essence, gradually slowed down, but each beat was incredibly deep and long.

The terrifying water pressure kept the bloodline power operating at its limit.

Following Makino's teachings, Nan Liujing began to break through the first of the Eight Extraordinary Meridians: the Ren Meridian. This meridian governs the circulation of Qi and blood, and for someone with such extremely powerful bloodline strength as him, once he breaks through, the effect will be exceptionally outstanding.

As his blood and qi surged, Nan Liujing felt as if his whole body was in a furnace, and the surrounding seawater became scalding hot.

At this time, the benefits of being a child of nature become apparent.

Faced with the rapid depletion of oxygen in her body, Nan Liujing perfectly controlled her skin pores, forcibly drawing oxygen from the water element to maintain the duration of her dive.

The invisible water pressure, under his control at the half-step Spirit Realm, gradually merged into the brilliant golden bloodline power, and quickly found the Huiyin acupoint. Starting from there, he transformed the water pressure into a battering ram, and the bloodline power into a continuous force, rushing into the acupoints and pathways related to the Ren meridian.

A sharp, stinging pain emanated from my veins, like a thousand needles piercing my body. But the pain quickly subsided and even disappeared. Instead, my body felt a sense of relief after the pain was released, just like when a blocked nose is suddenly cleared and I can breathe in the freshest air.

At this point, relying on water pressure and the power of his blood, Nan Liujing forcefully cleared the Ren Meridian, leaving not a single impurity inside.

It took Nan Liujing less than ten minutes to open up the Ren meridian from the perineum to the Chengjiang acupoint. He was somewhat surprised, but considering his current abilities, he was not overly excited.

Quickly, he began to rapidly attack the remaining meridians.

Next, without a doubt, is the Governing Vessel.

"This 3,000-year-old bluefin tuna should be enough to help this kid get better."

"Flying close to the sea surface," Makino murmured to himself.

He left to find a highly nourishing sea spirit beast, lest Nan Liujing injure his body while cultivating the innate secret technique.

Given Tianfeng Douluo's temperament, he might just fly over and kill him.

"Ok?"

Returning to the diving area, Mu Ye's eyes widened suddenly, only to see Nan Liujing, wearing the 'God' battle armor, floating beside Xiao Hong.

"Senior, I have successfully completed my mission and opened five of the eight meridians."

The mask was concealed, revealing Nan Liujing's slightly tired but handsome face.

Unlike Tang Wulin, who swam directly out of the water, he stayed underwater the whole time.

Mu Ye was taken aback: "I've only been gone for a little over an hour, and you've already opened up all five meridians? Good lad, the strength of your bloodline power is probably even more astonishing than I imagined."

Nan Liujing smiled noncommittally.

The original timeline clearly stated that Tang Wulin, who had merged with the bloodline of the Golden Dragon King, was far more physically powerful than Aruheng, who cultivated innate secret techniques. Innate secret techniques were more about improving one's control over oneself.

For example, activating the eight extraordinary meridians to empower oneself is something that ordinary people, without secret methods and techniques, cannot easily compare to.

"Go back first, then come back later."

Suppressing his excitement, Makino activated his inner thoughts, and Xiao Hong transformed into a fighter jet. The two of them entered and sped off towards the Xingluo, which had already sailed to an unknown destination.

The next day, early in the morning.

The sky was overcast, as if a torrential downpour could fall at any moment.

Inside the giant ship, the atmosphere was quite lively. After last night's banquet, the visitors from both mainland China had become more familiar with each other and were no longer so awkward.

The restaurant was bustling with people.

The sound of conversation was constant.

Dark Bear Yang Nianxia whispered to Tang Wulin, "Wulin, aren't you a level 5 blacksmith? I heard from people at the Star Luo Royal Academy that they are negotiating with visiting personnel from our Douluo Continent Blacksmith Association to see if they can provide spiritual forging services. Apparently, the demand is quite high. We'll be traveling for several months, so you might just make a fortune."

"Is that so?" Tang Wulin's eyes lit up, and he chuckled as he asked, his face already piled high with food.

"Why would I lie to you?" Yang Nianxia said casually. "The leader of the Blacksmith Association who accompanied us on this trip is an eighth-level blacksmith. The Star Luo delegation is still looking for Soul Forging Metal. I don't know how the talks are going." "They reached an agreement, but the Star Luo Empire's own people started fighting over it, so the plan has to be put on hold for now."

As always, Yue Zhengyu sported his slicked-back hair, his handsome face constantly attracting the attention of the foreign girls who had taken a liking to him at last night's dance.

"You found out again?" Zheng Yiran couldn't help but ask.

Le Zhengyu smiled confidently: "Last night I danced with a girl from Xingluo Royal Academy, and I just happened to find out about it while we were chatting."

Luo Guixing asked in confusion, "The Star Luo Empire shouldn't lack blacksmiths, so why are they looking for blacksmiths from our side? And even competing with them?"

"The number of blacksmiths capable of soul forging within the Empire is far fewer than in your Douluo Continent. There are simply too many orders to handle, which is why the Minister of Foreign Affairs stepped in to discuss the matter with the leader of the Douluo Continent Blacksmith Association. However, soul forging is extremely difficult, and it can only be carried out once a week at the shortest. Naturally, there is more competition."

At that moment, a calm female voice rang out, attracting everyone's attention.

But then a girl of about fifteen or sixteen years old stood by the dining table. She was extremely beautiful and had a slender figure. What was most eye-catching was her pair of fair hands, which were larger than those of many men.

"My name is Lin Yuhan. I am the chief student of the Monster Academy Forging Association."

The girl introduced herself.

Le Zhengyu's eyes lit up, and he stood up abruptly: "Hello beautiful, my name is Le Zhengyu."

"Hmm." Lin Yuhan glanced at him indifferently, which was her response.

"You're a blacksmith too?"

Tang Wulin and Yang Nianxia, ​​however, became interested.

“That’s right.” Lin Yuhan ignored Le Zhengyu, who seemed hesitant to speak, and said to Tang Wulin, “I heard him say you’re a level five blacksmith?”

“That’s right.” Tang Wulin rarely showed a proud expression.

A ripple appeared in Lin Yuhan's eyes: "If you are willing to lend a hand, you can contact our Minister of Foreign Affairs. As long as you produce a piece of suitable spirit-forging metal, we will give you a reward that far exceeds the normal amount. Believe me, many rare metals are not available in your Douluo Continent. You should try to get them. Once you get to the mainland, you won't have such good opportunities."

"I understand, thank you for reminding me." Tang Wulin had an idea.

"It's nothing," Lin Yuhan said, and was about to leave.

"Excuse me, could you take me to see the Minister of Foreign Affairs?"

Suddenly, a laugh came from not far away.

Lin Yuhan paused, only to see the person who had been marked by the eight Heavenly Kings of the academy appear before her.

"Brother Nan."

"President."

Everyone at the Spirit Transmission Academy stood up.

"You guys eat, don't worry about me," Nan Liujing said casually.

Facing Lin Yuhan's gaze, he casually flipped his hand and took out a badge.

Lin Yuhan happened to glance at the badge, and after seeing it clearly, she froze on the spot.

The badge has a gold background with two black stars on it.

"An eighth-level master craftsman?" Lin Yuhan's pupils dilated in shock, and he blurted out.

Her voice, which she hadn't been able to suppress, suddenly rang out throughout the restaurant.

In an instant, all the diners turned their attention to this.

Everyone present belonged to the elite class. Even the young people came from wealthy families, so it was normal for them to come into contact with blacksmiths. Therefore, when many people saw the appearance of the badge that Nan Liujing took out, their expressions changed drastically.

The blacksmith badges of the Star Luo Continent are different from those of the Douluo Continent, but they had been visiting the Douluo Continent for a year and were already familiar with the differences.

Eighth-level Saint Craftsman... Even within the empire, there are no more than four of them!
There were quite a few people from the Star Luo Empire who knew Nan Liujing, but their eyes gradually revealed a look of doubt.

According to official records, he is only fifteen and a half years old. His strength is proven by video footage, which they acknowledge. However, forging this thing is truly a step-by-step process. Lin Yuhan is already the most famous blacksmith genius in the empire for hundreds of years. At about the same age, he is only a level 5 blacksmith.

Ignoring the shock of those around him, Nan Liujing said calmly, "So, can you take me to see the Minister of Foreign Affairs?"

"Are you really an eighth-level blacksmith?" Lin Yuhan asked incredulously.

“Absolutely genuine.” Nan Liujing understood the other person’s shock.

Lin Yuhan did not make any extreme questioning moves. Noticing that more and more people in the restaurant were paying attention to her, she quickly said, "Come with me."

The two left quickly, leaving behind a group of onlookers looking at each other in bewilderment.

...

"You can really forge Soul-Forged Metal of the Fusion Grade?"

In the spacious lounge, Sima Lanxiao was looking at Nan Liujing with a surprised expression.

He has handsome features, blond hair, and a tall stature. His most distinctive characteristic is his magnetic voice.

Last night, under his guidance, the banquet went very smoothly.

Nan Liujing didn't want to explain. With a wave of his hand, more than ten pieces of different types of fusion-grade soul-forged metal floated in front of Sima Lanxiao and Lin Yuhan, accompanied by the glow of soul light.

Sensing the aura emanating from the fusion-grade soul-forged metal, the two of them couldn't help but breathe more rapidly.

"The degree of integration is at least 75%, and may even exceed 80%."

Lin Yuhan, as the most outstanding forging genius in the Star Luo Empire in the past century, studied under Chang Gongyan, the vice president of the Star Luo Continent Forging Association, and her eyesight was indeed remarkable.

Nan Liujing couldn't help but glance at her again: "That's right, these ten pieces of soul-forged metal are at least 80% fused together."

Lin Yuhan was startled. For a three-word battle armor, these metals were already top-grade, and they were rarely circulated even within the empire.

"Excuse me, can you trade us these ten pieces of metal?" Sima Lanxiao's eyes gleamed with excitement.

He was on a mission to collect Fusion-grade Soul Forging Metal on his way to Douluo Continent, but Douluo Continent was also in dire need of it. He brought a lot of resources to try to exchange for it, but he didn't spend much at all. He was in a hurry to figure out how to explain things to the emperor, and these ten pieces were enough to solve part of his immediate crisis.

Nan Liujing said, "I can trade you metals, but I have one request. If you don't agree, the transaction will be canceled."

"Please speak," Sima Lanxiao said earnestly.

Nan Liujing said, "I need permission from the Star Luo Royal Family to meet the Holy Dragon Douluo himself before the competition with Monster Academy."

Sima Lanxiao's eyes showed a hint of confusion, but considering that Nan Liujing came as the chief of the Chuanling Academy, it seemed normal for him to want to meet His Majesty the Holy Dragon, the strongest person in the empire and the dean of the academy, in advance.

He thought for a moment and said, "I dare not give an absolute promise, I can only try my best to ask His Majesty."

Nan Liujing retrieved the metal and said calmly, "After the deal is finalized, have her come to me. By the way, don't tell anyone about the meeting."

After saying that, Nan Liujing turned and left.

After leaving the lounge on the top floor, Nan Liujing's gaze became serious.

The confidential information he obtained from his sister-in-law will determine whether he can win over the Star Luo Empire's favor.

The dimensional spirit can draw upon the primordial power of Douluo Star to aid him, but the power of faith, one of the keys to becoming a god, is not something the dimensional spirit can perfectly control. Therefore, he also needs to work hard to build his own source of faith.

(End of this chapter)