Refining the True from the False: Becoming a God Starting with Devouring a True Dragon

in an instant,

Wang Qi felt his body become much heavier, as if something had inexplicably appeared on him.

The world before my eyes has become shorter.

Wang Qi instantly drew his long sword from his waist and unleashed a flourish.

Cobra!

Whoosh~

The moment the technique was activated, Wang Qi seemed to hear the roar of a dragon.

A dragon-shaped phantom seemed to flash across the blade.

boom!

The wooden stake in front of them was smashed in half, and debris flew everywhere.

It should be noted that he just used the Snake Style's parrying technique, which excels in agility and magic, but not in strength.

The effect achieved by a martial artist practicing external martial arts is that the blade is embedded halfway into the wooden stake with a single strike.

Those that can be picked clean...

That's a level of power only constables like Zhang Zaotou could achieve.

The dragon aura he gained from the fledgling dragon directly transformed the power of his cultivation technique!

It's a whole new level!

now,

Only four words came to mind for Wang Qi.

Unrivaled among those of the same level!

When he used the snake style, he felt as if he was enveloped in a layer of energy from head to toe, making his attacks even more explosive, as if they were accompanied by some kind of special effect.

"Is this the kind of imposing presence Xu Mao was talking about?"

Wang Qi's eyes sparkled.

He then tried his bull stance again, but there was no significant change in power.

"Cultivation techniques, secret arts, and secret methods related to dragons will all change... Since my Ox-Snake Blade Technique has also changed, that means anything with a bit of dragon blood will work."

That's great.

It should be noted that the Ox-Snake Knife Technique is only the most basic skill, although it is not exactly common.

However, as long as you can become a candidate for a constable, you can cultivate, which doesn't really make you powerful.

But it is precisely this basic technique that allows one's moves to directly progress from external training to the level of internal strength.

What about those even more powerful ones...?

Wang Qi didn't even dare to think about it.

"The snakes from that fat guy at the meat market are of exceptionally good quality... I'll definitely go back to buy them when I make some money this winter."

The flesh of a Blue Lotus Serpent Demon transformed into a Rain-Splashing Giant Dragon after the user used their skill.

It's clear that this meat is made without any deception.

Elsewhere,

This thing is definitely hard to find.

In thought,

Ge Daniu and Lu Shun returned, their eyes filled with admiration as they looked at Wang Qi.

"Why are you home so late today? Did you work overtime?"

Wang Qi asked with a smile.

"We stopped by Gao Ya today, and you actually paid off all of his family's loan sharking!"

Ge Daniu sighed and patted Wang Qi on the shoulder.

"Brother, I knew I hadn't misjudged you!"

"You're someone worth befriending."

Lu Shun then bowed exaggeratedly to Wang Qi, saying, "Qi, please take good care of your brother from now on. If I ever get trapped in a brothel and can't get out, you must bring money to rescue me!"

"That's impossible!" Wang Qi refused decisively without the slightest hesitation.

After the joke, Ge Daniu's smile faded.

"I also heard from Gao Ya and the others in the fast class that... the Black River Gang has been secretly and openly inquiring about you."

"When I came back just now, I saw a shifty-looking guy staring at our yard."

"Did you do Li Xiong's thing?"

After saying this, Ge Daniu said, "I'll ask my second uncle to see if he can resolve this matter."

"Li Xiong's boss is just a ship owner at the Inner Strength realm."

"As long as it doesn't involve 'fish in the water' Hong Yu, it's not a big problem."

His second uncle was favored by the deputy garrison commander of the military government. Although he was also a constable at the Inner Strength level, his background was far superior to that of a ship owner from the Black River Gang.

"Fine, I'll figure it out myself."

Wang Qi waved his hand; he didn't like asking others for help.

I always feel bad about owing favors to others.

Especially when it comes to favors that could easily offend friends, it's even harder to accept them.

"I've already spoken to my second uncle!"

Ge Daniu laughed, "Otherwise, why do you think I came back so late?"

"what?"

Wang Qi was momentarily stunned, then moved.

"Brother Da Niu, what should I do?"

"They're all family."

Ge Daniu didn't seem to mind. "You're willing to spend such a large sum of money to help Gao Ya settle his debts, so can't I ask my second uncle to put in a word and help you out?"

"Wouldn't that make me seem like a less-than-brotherly guy?"

Wang Qi was speechless.

He never expected that the five taels of silver he had generously given to Gao Ya would be rewarded so handsomely by Ge Daniu.

Dealing with trouble from the Black River Gang is no easy task.

If I were to kill Li Yu again, and teach him a lesson...

That would just become a classic trope I'd seen in my past life.

After beating the young one, the old one appeared; after beating the old one, an even older one appeared.

Who knows, in the end a county magistrate might be dragged out.

Perhaps before that even happens, the Heihe Gang will have dozens of members corner you in an alley and stab you to death.

Even with the dragon's power, one cannot fight against four hands with two fists.

This kindness...

"Another day... I will definitely visit my second uncle with generous gifts," Wang Qi said solemnly.

"Okay, it's a deal then."

Ge Daniu immediately agreed, saying, "Don't bring anything shabby, it'll embarrass me."

"good!"

Wang Qi laughed heartily.

The whole courtyard was instantly filled with a joyful atmosphere.

……

late at night.

Wang Qi, who had been sound asleep, was suddenly awakened.

I was woken up by the pain.

My whole body was stiff and I couldn't move.

I got a cramp!

His face was contorted, all four limbs were cramping... and his stomach was in pain.

Wang Qi struggled to move his limbs, trying to stretch his muscles and bones.

But the pain penetrated directly into the bones.

His bones felt unbearably itchy, as if they were being gnawed at by countless ants.

"Is this because the Foundation Building Pill is working?"

He suddenly remembered that the Foundation Building Pill he had taken that afternoon had no effect.

"Okay, okay... this is how you cleanse your marrow and tendons, right?"

Wang Qi murmured to himself.

Washing myself until my muscles cramped, and fidgeting until my bones itched unbearably.

That night was extremely agonizing for Wang Qi.

Early the next morning.

When Wang Qi woke up the next day, he smelled the stench emanating from his body and, unable to bear the approaching winter weather, splashed cold water all over himself.

I didn't go to work until the smell dissipated, sporting dark circles under my eyes.

Today, Magistrate Liu Caiping went to the market to show his concern for the people, and Wang Qi served as the escort.

Four men carried the sedan chair, while eight others cleared the way and guarded the front and back.

It wasn't a big deal, really. Just walk around in front of the county magistrate with a knife slung over your shoulder, making sure no one blocks your way.

only,

He seemed to have a lot more people around him today.

Inside the sedan chair.

Liu Caiping peered through the sedan curtain at Wang Qi's retreating figure. "Who is that person?"

Tong Cheng's clerk laughed and said, "Wang Qi, a newly promoted constable in the soap-making team, is an apprentice of Zhang Yuan, the head soap-maker. He's that very honest man."

"Oh, you mean Zhang Yuan, the one who publicly spoke up for the innocent woman Li in court?"

Liu Caiping suddenly realized.

"Yes, yes, that's him." The advisor nodded.

"How could this person teach such a good disciple?" Liu Caiping wondered, whether she was asking a question or talking to herself.

The clerk on one side chuckled, "It does look quite different. You could say it has an aura... but you can't quite figure out its origins. It's a bit mysterious."

"But those who know him are loyal. A junior constable who was on good terms with him owed the Black River Gang five taels of silver, and it was he who helped pay it off."

The advisor could gather this information with ease.

Li Caiping was fiddling with walnuts. "Recently, word has spread that the Divine Eagle Sect has been recruiting disciples here, and all sorts of people with some influence have started to emerge."

"The young master of the Jia family, the 'Stone Tiger' of the martial arts world, the 'Little Butcher' of the sewer alley—I've never heard of them before..."

"Wow, Heihe County is truly a place of outstanding people and beautiful scenery."

"Give him three taels of silver later, and tell Xu Mao to keep a close eye on him."

Liu Caiping spoke casually.

In his mouth, three taels of silver were like three copper coins.

"Yes."

The advisor responded and agreed.