A Martial Saint in Chaotic Times: Starting with Grinding Proficiency

Late at night, in the training ground of Qingyang Martial Arts School, Zhou Yuan's blood and qi surged.

He guided this power, through the flesh and straight to the depths of the bones.

The Liuhe pile frame is as stable as a mountain, with power rising from the soles of its feet, as if it has merged with the earth.

When practicing Zhan Zhuang (standing meditation), a tingling sensation emanates from within the bones, accompanied by a warm feeling, and even a faint rumbling sound.

Bone density is increasing dramatically, and after a fracture, the bones will be able to reconnect on their own, healing to be stronger than before.

Within a few breaths, his blood and qi circulated to their peak, and the sound of metal clashing echoed within his body.

This is the hallmark phenomenon of the Bone Forging Realm: "Unyielding Iron Bones".

Zhou Yuan has now entered the Bone Forging Realm.

[Realm: Body Tempering Stage Two - Bone Forging]

[Exercise: Six Harmonies Stance Exercise (Mastered)]

[Progress: 10/1000]

[Martial Arts Skill: Mountain-Shaking Fist (Third Level)]

[Progress: 30/1000]

Zhou Yuan felt the earth-shattering changes within his body.

With abundant power, faster speed, and sharper reaction time.

He glanced at the wood-chopping knife in his sleeve, the cold blade reflecting the glint of cold light in his eyes.

Goldman Sachs wants to lure them out of the city, so they'd better strike first tonight.

He needs to deal with Goldman Sachs first.

Zhou Yuan quietly left the Qingyang Martial Arts School, then determined his direction and headed towards the main hall of the Jinshi Gang in the outer city.

The power of the Bone Forging Realm made Zhou Yuan's movements light and his speed increased rapidly.

Half an hour later, he arrived outside the headquarters of the Jinshi Gang.

The main hall's doors were ajar, and a noisy commotion could be heard from inside. Zhou Yuan slipped inside, avoiding the patrolling gang members, and headed straight for the source of the noise.

Inside the lobby of the Goldman Sachs, however, Goldman Sachs was nowhere to be seen.

A dozen or so gang members were gambling together, making a racket amidst the smoke, the clatter of dice, and shouts.

"Damn it, I refuse to believe my luck is this bad tonight!"

A burly gang member slammed a stack of silver on the table, furious.

"Hey, let's just memorize it. Anyway, there's a lucrative job tomorrow. The second gang leader said everyone gets a share!" another gang member chuckled.

A man sitting in the main seat, clearly the leader, gulped down a large mouthful of wine and cursed, "Shut the hell up! Get some rest! We have important business to attend to outside the city tomorrow. If anyone messes up, I'll skin them alive!"

"Boss, what are you saying?"

A young gang member approached, fawningly saying,

"The Second Clan Leader is already at the Bone Forging Realm. Dealing with a mere Skin Refining Realm cultivator is a piece of cake for him. Is there any need to be so nervous?"

The leader slammed his fist on the table, spilling wine everywhere. "Bullshit! This is the Second Leader's order! Who dares disobey? You're asking for trouble, aren't you?"

The young gang member shuddered in fright and quickly shrank back. "Yes, yes, boss is right. I was wrong."

The leader glanced around and said in a deep voice, "Listen up, everyone. Let's call it a day and go home for a good night's sleep. Be alert tomorrow and don't upset the Second Gang Leader."

Although the gang members verbally agreed, their faces still showed some reluctance.

They got up one after another, preparing to leave. The leader also stretched and was about to turn around.

Just then, a figure appeared in front of him like a ghost.

Zhou Yuan.

The leader felt a blur before his eyes, and a chilling killing intent enveloped him.

Before he could react, Zhou Yuan grabbed his collar and lifted him up.

Where is Goldman Sachs?

Zhou Yuan's voice was deep and commanding, carrying an unquestionable tone.

The leader was stunned by that powerful aura, and his body stiffened.

He sensed the Bone Forging Realm aura emanating from Zhou Yuan and was horrified.

This Zhou Yuan has actually broken through to the Bone Forging Realm?

How is this possible? Just a few days ago he was only at the Skin Refining Realm!

"What...what do you want to do?"

The leader stammered, his face drained of color.

Zhou Yuan tightened his grip even more. "Answer me, where is Goldman Sachs?"

The intense feeling of suffocation made the leader struggle. He gasped for breath and said intermittently, "Second...Second Gang Leader...he was invited to Wangjiang Tower by the eldest son of the Wei family..."

"The Wei family?"

Zhou Yuan frowned slightly.

The Wei family, one of the five major families in the inner city? Goldman Sachs has actually gotten involved with such a relationship.

Seeing that Zhou Yuan's expression had eased slightly, the leader thought there was a chance for survival and quickly added, "He...he went to Wangjiang Tower for a banquet tonight, saying...saying that Young Master Wei has important matters to discuss with him..."

After confirming the news, Zhou Mu no longer hesitated.

With a twist of his right hand, a crisp sound was heard, and the leader's neck slumped to one side, his body instantly going limp.

Zhou Yuan casually tossed the body on the ground without giving it a second glance.

He turned and left the headquarters of the Jinshi Gang without a sound.

Zhou Yuan traveled swiftly and soon entered the inner city.

It was already late, and the bright moonlight shone on the bluestone road, where there were few pedestrians.

Occasionally, soldiers from the patrol battalion would pass by, their footsteps particularly clear in the quiet night.

Zhou Yuan concealed his aura and followed Goldman Sachs at a distance.

He couldn't act under the noses of the patrol battalion; that would only lead to bigger trouble.

Goldman Sachs was clearly unaware of being followed. Dressed in a dark, fitted outfit, he walked steadily toward the Wangjiang Tower.

The lights at Wangjiang Tower were already dim, most of the guests had left, and the manager was directing the servants to clean the lobby. It looked like it would be closing time soon.

Goldman Sachs arrived at the front of the building, took out a token from his pocket, and handed it to the manager in the front hall.

The shopkeeper took the token, glanced at it, and his expression hardened slightly. He immediately bowed and gestured for Goldman Sachs to come upstairs.

"Second Master, a private room has been prepared. Please come in."

The shopkeeper's voice was very low.

Goldman Sachs nodded and went straight upstairs.

Not long after, the lobby door of Wangjiang Tower creaked shut, and a "Closed" sign was hung outside.

Seeing this, Zhou Yuan knew he couldn't wait any longer. He mustered all his strength and, in a few leaps, silently arrived at the fifth floor of Wangjiang Tower.

He had visited Wangjiang Tower a few days ago and was quite familiar with its layout.

He walked down the corridor and soon found Goldman Sachs's figure at the door of a relatively secluded room.

Goldman Sachs looked around cautiously before pushing open the door and entering the room.

Zhou Yuan narrowed his eyes and arrived at the door of the room. He slowly raised his hand, wanting to lift a tile and peer over from above.

However, just as his fingertips were about to touch the tile, Zhou Yuan suddenly had a strange feeling.

He felt as if someone was watching him from the shadows, then suddenly stopped moving, his whole body tensing up.

He quickly looked around; the corridor was empty, the lights were dim, and there was no one else around.

Just then, in a guest room on the sixth floor of Wangjiang Tower, Shen Xuantong suddenly let out a soft exclamation.

"This little rascal has actually reached the Bone Forging Realm in just a few days, and his five senses are so sharp..."

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