Body command feeding world

After the evil mist dissipated, Qinglu Village lay like a silent corpse under the moonlight. The stench of blood mingled with the lingering chill of the evil spirits, permeating the ruins. Only a faint light shone from a dilapidated wooden house at the western end of the village.

Wu Wei settled Ya Ya on the bed and used a clean cloth to wipe the blood and dust from her face. The little girl had experienced the annihilation of her village, and her eyes were filled with lingering fear. She bit her lip tightly and did not cry out again, only trembling slightly when Wu Wei bandaged the wound on her foot.

"Sleep, I'm here." Wu Wei's voice was low and gentle, carrying a warmth that even he himself didn't realize. He covered Ya Ya with the last thin blanket, watching her curl up into a ball and gradually fall asleep, before turning around and walking outside. He then sat cross-legged on the threshold, holding the iron spear.

Moonlight bathed him, and the Yang Flame Blood Essence flowed slowly within his body, nourishing his body after the fierce battle. Although he hadn't been injured in the fight with Bai Tongsha, it had still consumed a considerable amount of his Blood Essence, making him clearly aware that his current strength was still far too weak in this dangerous world.

"The fragment of origin that the Soul-Gathering Flower incorporated has completely merged with me." Shu's thoughts echoed in his sea of ​​consciousness, clearer than ever before. "Through this, I have glimpsed the cultivation system of this world, which provides clear guidance for your path of advancement."

Wu Wei's eyes flickered slightly, and he perked up: "I'd like to hear the details."

"Cultivation in this world is based on the 'body' and guided by 'essence.' The core system is divided into three major stages, each building upon the previous one, directly pointing to the origin of the physical body." Shu's thoughts were clear and logical as he slowly dissected the process. "You are currently at the first stage—the Martial Artist."

"The core of the Martial Artist realm is the awakening of Blood Essence." Shu's thoughts carried a profound clarity. "Everyone has latent Blood Essence within their body, which needs to be activated through cultivation or fortuitous encounters. You possess the Yang Flame Blood Essence, which is naturally awakened and also counters evil influences, making you one of the best in the Martial Artist realm. Cultivation in this realm focuses on refining Qi and blood, allowing Blood Essence to fill the meridians, and you can begin to use Blood Essence to enhance your techniques. For example, your previous three spear techniques—Rending Flame, Burning Evil, and Breaking Illusion—are manifestations of the combination of Blood Essence and spear skills."

Wu Wei nodded silently, understanding dawning on his mind. He could sense that although his Yang Flame Blood Essence was strong, it only circulated within his meridians and had not yet deeply integrated with his physical body. This was perhaps the limitation of the Martial Artist realm.

"Above the Martial Artist is the second tier—Martial Master." Shu paused for a moment, then continued, "This realm is the crucial watershed for the transformation of the mortal body, and it is further subdivided into three levels. One must proceed step by step and must not skip any steps."

"The first level of Martial Master, Bone Essence Awakening, Bone Armor Formation, is the pinnacle of mortal physical strength." Shu's thoughts carried a hint of solemnity. "Blood essence nourishes the bones, drawing upon the bone essence hidden deep within the bone marrow. When the two merge, the bones harden like iron, and an invisible layer of bone armor forms on the body's surface, impervious to blades and spears, capable of shattering stone. This level requires repeated tempering of the bones with blood essence to fully awaken the bone essence. You possess primal power nourishing your bone marrow, which will greatly reduce the difficulty for you."

Wu Wei's heart stirred. He recalled the continuous tingling and nourishing sensation in his bone marrow after Shu Su woke up, realizing that it had already been paving the way for the awakening of his bone essence.

"The second level of Martial Master: Condensing Marrow Weapons." Shu's thoughts became increasingly clear. "After the Bone Essence awakens, the bone marrow transforms into a 'Sea of ​​Marrow,' from which marrow essence can be extracted to condense exclusive marrow weapons. Marrow weapons are not physical weapons, but are condensed from marrow essence. They can be fused with one's own weapon or manifest independently, containing primordial power, and their power far surpasses that of ordinary weapons. Spear users can condense marrow spears, and knife users can condense marrow knives. Once a marrow weapon is formed, the physical body and vital energy are completely unified, and the power, explosiveness, and endurance of moves will all undergo a fundamental leap."

Condensing the marrow weapon… Wu Wei gripped the iron spear tightly, a burning glint in his eyes. He could imagine the terrifying power his spear technique would unleash when the Yang Flame Blood Essence fused with the marrow weapon.

"The third level of Martial Master: the three elements unite to form the Body Forging Token." Shu's intention carried an indescribable weight. "Blood essence forms the meridians, bone essence forms the bones, and marrow essence forms the core. When the three are completely integrated, the Body Forging Token is condensed in the dantian. The Body Forging Token is the core symbol of the Martial Master realm, the proof that one's martial arts are integrated with one's origin. It can stabilize one's vital energy, amplify combat power, and suppress one's own Dao heart. It is the ultimate barrier that a mortal body can reach."

Blood, bone, and marrow unite to form the Body Forging Order… Wu Wei silently recited in his heart. This coincided with his goal of “attaining the Dao through the three paths of blood, bone marrow, and marrow.” Clearly, the cultivation system of this world was the ultimate path that matched these three paths.

Above Martial Master is the third tier—Martial Body Master.

As Shu's thoughts reached this point, he suddenly paused, and his originally clear and fluent voice became hesitant and indistinct, as if he had touched some broken memory barrier.

Wu Wei immediately sensed something was amiss: "Martial Body Master, what level is that?"

Shu remained silent for a long time, with only faint fluctuations of his original essence remaining in his sea of ​​consciousness, and no clear thoughts emanating from him.

After a moment, it slowly responded, its tone carrying a sense of powerlessness and bewilderment stemming from its inherent incompleteness:

"...The communication was cut off."

"The original fragments are incomplete. My memory of everything about Martial Body Masters is blank, and there is no trace of them. I only know that this is a major rank above Martial Master, the true pinnacle of this world. As for the rest... I know nothing."

Wu Wei frowned slightly, but did not ask any further questions. He could sense that Shu was not hiding anything, but rather that his origin was damaged and his memories were fragmented. Forcibly pursuing the truth would only disturb his foundation and would be counterproductive.

He refocused his attention and re-examined the clearly visible path before him:

Martial Artist (Blood Essence Awakening) → Martial Master Level 1 (Bone Essence Awakening, Bone Armor Condensation) → Martial Master Level 2 (Marrow Weapon Condensation) → Martial Master Level 3 (Blood, Marrow, and Bone Integration, Body Forging Token) → Martial Body Master (Unknown, Incomplete Memory)

The road is clear, the steps are distinct, but the top is shrouded in mist, making the road ahead seem even more mysterious.

"How far am I from awakening my Bone Essence with my current Yang Flame Blood Essence?" Wu Wei pulled himself out of his thoughts and asked the most practical question.

"Your body is full of blood essence, and your bones are nourished day and night by the power of origin. With just a little guidance, allowing the blood essence to penetrate deep into the bone marrow and be repeatedly cleansed and tempered, you can attempt to awaken your bone essence in less than half a month." Shu's mind returned to stability, giving a clear answer. "The fragment of the Soul-Gathering Flower that you fused with this time not only enhanced your comprehension but also greatly increased the bone marrow's acceptance of blood essence. This is your unique advantage."

Wu Wei nodded slightly, having already made up his mind. Qinglu Village was destroyed, and they could not stay here for long. Taking Ya Ya with them would only make the road ahead more dangerous. Only by breaking through to the first level of Martial Master as soon as possible and condensing bone armor could they have a stronger ability to protect themselves and better protect the little one behind them.

He looked up at the night sky; the moonlight was bright, yet it couldn't illuminate the darkness of this world. Evil spirits roamed freely, causing widespread suffering, and there were unknown dangers hidden behind the world, as well as the mystery of the Martial Body Master, broken in the mist—all awaiting him to climb step by step and uncover them layer by layer.

"Blood essence forms the meridians, bone essence forms the bones, marrow essence forms the core..." Wu Wei muttered to himself, gripping the iron spear tightly. Yangyan Blood Essence slowly circulated within his body, actively flowing along the meridians to the bone marrow, consciously tempering his bones.

The spear shaft gleamed coldly in the moonlight, as if echoing his resolve. He was no longer alone; the spear in his hand was not only to prove his own path with the spear, but also to fight for Ya Ya, and for the innocent who had perished in the slaughter by the evil spirits.

Inside the room, Ya Ya murmured softly in her sleep, perhaps dreaming of her mother, a tear sliding down her cheek. Wu Wei stood up, walked to the doorway, tucked the blanket around her, his gaze firm yet tender.

"Sleep peacefully," he whispered. "Once I've formed my bone armor, I'll take you away from here to a place free from evil spirits and bloodshed."

Although he himself did not know whether such a place really existed, he would use his spear to carve out a path to the light for Ya Ya and for himself.

Under the moonlight, Wu Wei's figure stood as straight as a spear, his Yang Flame Blood Essence surging within him, a tingling, nourishing sensation spreading through his bone marrow. His path of cultivation, having grasped the complete system, became clearer and more resolute, and his spear technique would grow ever sharper and more unwavering with each breakthrough and safeguard.

On the ruins of Qinglu Village, the night wind howled, as if mourning the lives lost. Yet, a tall figure ignited a flame of "hope" on these ruins, illuminating the path forward.