Witch, please have some self-respect!

Just as Shen Yun saw Qiao Niang off, he saw the Wei brothers open both of their courtyard gates at the same time.

The two men knocked on the doors of Song Da, Wang Xuan, and several other households.

As they passed by Shen Yun's house, Wei Jiao nodded to Shen Yun.

Those who came out were all cultivators from various sects, each carrying a bundle on their back and a sharp weapon in their hand.

This is exactly the same as Qiaoniang's attire.

"What are they doing here?"

Shen Yun's heart stirred, recalling Wang Xuan's suggestion at the banquet that day to explore the wilderness together.

It seems they reached a private agreement.

Shen Yun was completely unaware of this; clearly, no one wanted to partner with a burden like him to go to the wilderness.

"Old Shen, want to come along? These days, as long as we don't go to Jinyan Mountain in the east, the wilderness to the west is pretty safe—it's practically free money!"

When Wei Hu saw Shen Yun in the courtyard, his eyes lit up and he extended a warm invitation.

Shen Yun replied with a smile, "You guys go ahead, I'm just an old man, I won't join in the fun."

Not to mention that they didn't even include him in the previous discussion, their casual attitude was clearly just politeness, and he wouldn't take it seriously.

Wang Xuan waved his hand, "Let's go, Old Man Shen. Someone's coming to ask me to give them a message."

He carried the most bags and packages, and was also carrying a pill furnace, since there was no one left at home after Wang Xuan left.

As for formations.

The things in his house are probably not as valuable as a set of formations, so it's not worth it.

Lingnongfang has rarely heard of families being willing to set up formations, openly telling others that they have good things at home.

After the group had walked away, Shen Yun shook his head.

The cultivation world is very pragmatic. Not long ago, people were calling each other affectionately at a banquet, but not long after, they were called old men again.

Without ability, you won't earn respect.

After breakfast, Shen Yun swiped his identity jade token and passed through the main hall of the Spirit Field Management Office.

Behind the main hall is an area where many large cauldrons and stones are placed.

This place is used by the disciples in the cultivation stage who are in charge of the management office to test their strength, and the field guards can also use it to test their strength by lifting the tripod.

The Body Nourishing Realm is still in the stage of relying on strength; the Qi and blood are not concentrated, and the effect is not as good as the strength of punches and kicks.

There are usually not many people here when Shen Yun arrives after finishing his meal.

The same is true today.

He used to skip this place, but today he couldn't help but stop.

"What is my current strength limit?"

After thinking for a moment, Shen Yun put his cane aside.

Skipping over the 500-jin and 800-jin cauldrons, we went straight to a 1,000-jin cauldron.

Generally, those who have just entered the third stage of body cultivation can lift a tripod ranging from 1,200 to 2,000 jin.

It can rival the small cranes of the previous life.

Shen Yun assumed the starting stance for the Rolling Stone Fist.

In the early stages of mastering Rolling Stone Boxing, the most basic coordination of hands and feet, feet and knees, and shoulders and hips is thoroughly mastered.

Gather all the strength in your body into your arms.

"rise!"

To Shen Yun's surprise, he stumbled because he had used too much force and almost lost his back.

He easily lifted the heavy cauldron weighing a thousand pounds.

"Wow, did I really have that much strength?!"

After setting down the large cauldron, Shen Yun rubbed his lower back.

He has never unleashed his full power these days, indicating a serious lack of understanding of his own abilities.

"The Lesser Completion Rolling Stone Fist is a combat technique that gives me a 50% boost. Then there's the Greater Completion Breathing Technique, I wonder how much it will increase my power."

Standing still, Shen Yun thought about the Body Nourishing Realm and how cultivation techniques and combat methods could increase strength.

The basic combat technique "Rolling Stone Fist" has a 100% increase when perfected and a 50% increase when mastered.

Shen Yun wasn't quite sure what level the "Purple Thunder Breathing Technique" belonged to, or what its maximum amplification limit was, so he decided to test it out today.

"1200 jin (600 kg)"

Shen Yun put down the large cauldron, took out the two hundred-pound stone inside, and put it back in its original place.

This is a technique that doesn't work; it relies entirely on brute force to lift the cauldron to its limit.

Shen Yun fully activated the Rolling Stone Fist technique, increasing the weight and lifting the cauldron until his face turned bright red.

"1,800 jin!"

He discovered that the tactics were suitable for bursts of speed but lacked endurance.

It's fine when you're carrying it, but it won't hold up for long.

"Try using breathing techniques."

Shen Yun switched to breathing techniques, and several mysterious patterns appeared on his body, intertwined with electric light, beneath his clothes.

Suddenly, lifting 1,800 pounds felt much easier, as if it were nothing.

Two thousand kilograms...no pressure.

Three thousand catties... and it's easy...

"Phew~"

Shen Yun only felt the pressure after lifting four thousand jin.

The breathing technique simultaneously fuels the Rolling Stone Fist, relieving all pressure.

Using the final breathing technique and the full power of the Rolling Stone Fist, Shen Yun stopped at 4,700 jin.

It has reached its limit.

After testing for a while, Shen Yun gained a deeper understanding of how cultivation techniques and combat tactics could enhance his abilities.

The effects of amplifying the five attributes of Heaven, Merit, Truth, War, and Soldier are outstanding!

He only mastered "merit" and "combat" out of the five.

The maximum force increased from 1,200 jin to 4,700 jin, a three-fold increase!

How terrifying!

As people gradually gathered around, Shen Yun quickly returned the cauldron and the stone to their original places and, leaning on his cane, went to the superior-grade spirit field area.

It was as if the old man who had been able to lift a cauldron weighing nearly 5,000 jin was not him.

"The boosts from cultivation techniques and combat tactics are indeed additive."

Shen Yun pondered the results of the test.

The Great Completion Breathing Method achieved 80% of its full effect, while the Lesser Completion Rolling Stone Fist achieved 50% of its full effect.

Based on this calculation, his "Purple Thunder Breathing Technique" would have a threefold increase when he reached perfection.

The increase in the power of the "Dharma" is between two and four times, so his breathing technique is neither particularly strong nor weak.

As for the double boost from the perfected Rolling Stone Fist, he already knew about it back at the Sacred Treasure Pavilion.

"With both combat techniques and cultivation methods activated simultaneously, I can possess three times the strength of those of the same level, so I'm not exactly at the bottom!"

Shen Yun clenched his fist in mid-air.

To be honest, Shen Yun was far beyond his expectations to be able to lift the 4,700-pound cauldron.

Although he hadn't fought much against opponents of the same level, his skills were terrible.

But one force can overcome all methods, and great power can produce miracles.

"Another issue is the battery life. I see young people lifting a heavy weight for 15 minutes without getting tired, but I feel my blood surging after just one minute."

Shen Yun is quite old and has a clear understanding of himself, so he won't become blindly arrogant.

He gently stroked the specially made yellow wood cane.

At his age, it's reasonable for him to be able to arm wrestle with young people, so he probably needs external help.

His real strength lies in the twelve rune stones inside!

However, the boost from cultivation techniques and combat methods is very strong for him, and the boost is also very strong for cultivators who practice better methods.

Like that Senior Brother Luo who slew the black tiger with his sword, his combat skills, cultivation techniques, and magical artifacts all have at least three layers of amplification.

They might even have cultivated celestial skills or true techniques, making them even more difficult to deal with.

"No, twelve runes in the cane are still not enough. Let's add three more for protection, three for ice mist, and three for golden blades to fill the cane completely."

After the initial joy, Shen Yun thought about the gap between sect disciples and independent cultivators, and a sense of urgency rose in his heart.

To preserve these traditions, one must join a powerful force.

Cultivation techniques and realms are the methods to attain enlightenment, and the techniques for protecting one's path are equally essential.

Shen Yun was most envious of the Heavenly Skill, which could enhance and improve one's aptitude. He wondered just how magical it was.

Will it increase his cultivation speed?

After making his usual rounds of the spirit fields, Shen Yun had even less to do these days thanks to Steward Bao's meticulous care.

......

In the afternoon, Shen Yun basked in the sun in the courtyard, practicing breathing exercises to digest the remaining blood and energy and nourish her body.

I took a nap while I was at it.

Once the Qi and blood in the body have stabilized, prepare to go to the Heavenly Craftsmanship Palace for the examination to become a talisman master.

Having been in the Holy City for a full four months, he has already become a talisman master, a remarkably fast pace, showcasing his exceptional talent.

But compared to those legendary figures who reached a higher level in a single day, they are still far behind.

Moreover, Shen Yun is not a young man; he is a sixty-year-old man.

If he hadn't told anyone, no one would have known that he had only studied for four months to reach the advanced level.

It can also be considered a hidden advantage of having white beard and white hair; no matter what you do, others won't find it unreasonable.