Becoming a saint begins with the infinite accumulation of destiny.

After going around to the riverbank, Chen Shisheng took off his black clothes, mask, and shoes, wrapped them in stones, and threw them into the water to destroy the evidence.

They circled around twice more, stalling for time.

He then returned inside and carefully considered some of the details of this breakthrough.

"Is this what bone forging is? My strength... has clearly increased, at least double what it was before my breakthrough!"

Chen Shisheng tried it out. He walked to the bedside, lifted the bed, and clearly felt that his body was lighter.

This isn't because his weight has changed, but because he has more strength and his body hasn't adapted yet, which is why he feels lighter. With more practice, he'll get used to it quickly.

He then went out of the house and into the small earthen courtyard at the back.

The courtyard is not large, adjacent to the back wall of the house, and surrounded by large slabs of bluestone.

It was originally used by the owner to raise chickens and ducks, but Liu Yun later transformed it into a vegetable garden and planted many vegetables.

Unable to move freely inside, and fearing he might break things, Chen Shi simply went to the edge of the yard, chose a bluestone slab about the size of a table, aimed it at the slab, and suddenly punched it.

His blood and qi surged, and his fists turned a dark red, a result of the stimulation of his blood and qi.

puff!

As his punch landed.

The bluestone slab exploded with a bang, shattering into pieces, with stone chips flying everywhere, breaking into small slabs.

Chen Shisheng looked down at his fist, which was covered in lime. It didn't hurt much, but he was a little dazed.

He had tried striking stones before to temper his qi and blood.

But the joints and bones of the fist will be bruised and injured every time, and in more serious cases, even fractured.

And now...

Not only were his bones unharmed, but the stone slab was also cracked from his blow!

Looking at the stones embedded in the mud, Chen Shisheng felt a surge of excitement.

"Bone forging, so... this is the biggest difference, or rather... the advantage, between it and blood transfusion!"

Chen Shisheng immediately understood why blood transfusion was no match for bone forging.

Blood transfusion simply increases the strength of Qi and blood, causing it to reshape various parts of the body, but the greatest increase is in the resilience of the skin.

However, the strength of the skin is also limited; it can only prevent the force from causing backlash when you hit someone, or rather, it can neutralize the force.

The same applies to bone forging.

It simply allows blood and qi to enter the bones, increasing bone density and making them harder.

After all, martial artists often rely on the joints of their bodies to kill enemies.

Just like boxing, which mainly involves the joints of the hands, leg techniques involve the feet and knees, and Iron Head Kung Fu involves the skull.

"No wonder he could return directly to Five Rivers City after breaking through to the Bone Forging stage."

Chen Shisheng sighed and walked into the house.

This level of strength is something even the Wen family wouldn't take lightly; they would certainly treat it with great respect.

At the same time, Chen Shisheng could also clearly feel it.

After his breakthrough in the Bull Fist, the increase in strength was only one aspect of the change; his hand bone density was also stronger, which indirectly improved his defense as well.

Chen Shisheng vaguely estimated that if he could continue to improve, sooner or later he would be able to withstand swords and blades without getting hurt.

By then, your entire body will be tempered by your qi and blood, making it as hard as steel!

At the same time, the benefits of bone forging don't stop there.

Chen Shisheng could clearly feel that his thinking had become more active, his mind was more sensitive, and his five senses were brighter than before.

This is the Bull Fist's energy gradually transforming his body, and the muscles throughout his body are beginning to swell slightly, showing a noticeable increase.

With the influx of a large amount of blood and qi, Chen Shisheng's body underwent astonishing changes, with improvements in various aspects such as speed.

"No wonder Zhu You couldn't stop me, this punch..."

Chen Shisheng punched the wooden stake he usually practiced boxing on again, his eyes slightly brightening.

The entire wooden stake shook violently, and the middle cracked into a fine, spiderweb-like pattern.

Then, with a snap, it broke completely!

After testing, Chen Shisheng finally concluded the changes in his own strength.

His strength increased most significantly, more than several times what it used to be. He had previously thought it was only double, but that was because he hadn't used his full strength.

In terms of defense, the bones are hardened, so the recoil damage is basically negligible.

If you are hit by a sword or blade, you will have some protection.

Then there's speed, which also saw a significant increase due to the large influx of Qi and blood.

The main benefit is that the leg muscles become more sensitive, a large number of muscle groups are activated and become more active, and jumping ability and other aspects become farther.

As for thinking and reaction, they have also increased accordingly.

Most importantly, with the influx of a large amount of Qi and blood, combined with his current destiny [Thousand Needles Embroidering Bones], Chen Shisheng's control over his body has become increasingly refined.

Chen Shisheng sat on the stool, opened the window, his eyes flickered, and he summoned the control panel.

Name: Chen Shisheng

【Destiny: Luck of the Qilin (White) (Additional Effect: Abundant Kidney Water)】

[Destiny Sign: Embroidered Bones with a Thousand Needles (White)]

In an instant, the Qilin destiny took hold, and a powerful force exploded within his body, flowing freely like an endless river, or like a joyful fish returning to the water.

The previous feeling of fullness and tightness in his body had largely disappeared, and Chen Shisheng felt that he could wear the Qilin Destiny and was no longer as uncomfortable and empty as before.

This is because after he broke through the bone forging stage and improved his blood and qi level, his fusion with the Qilin destiny became more harmonious.

"It seems I'll be able to wear the astrological charm for a long time from now on."

Half an hour later, Chen Shisheng breathed a sigh of relief, overjoyed.

The astrological chart will undoubtedly be of great help to him. If he continues to wear it, it will benefit him in terms of blood circulation, physical health, and mental well-being.

Now that he can wear the astrological chart for a longer period of time, it will have a stronger effect on his future training.

Letting out a long breath, Chen Shisheng released his destiny, sat cross-legged on the bed, and began to carefully count his gains.

It mainly consists of things I learned from Zhu You.

A stack of letters, a coarse cloth money bag, and several women's sachets and hairpins.

Carefully opening the sachet, Chen Shisheng stood a distance away, covering his mouth and nose to avoid the possibility of it being some kind of poisonous powder or drug.

Upon closer inspection, however, it contained only ordinary lavender and face powder, with a few swans embroidered on the side and the words "Embroidered Spring Pavilion" at the bottom.

This is a famous brothel in Wuhe City, where the women are known for their graceful demeanor, skill in ventriloquism, calligraphy, painting, and erotic dancing.

Chen Shisheng remained silent, casually gathered the sachets together, and tossed them out the window.

He then opened the money bag and emptied its contents.

There were only a few silver beans, nothing else.

"Another penniless wretch!"

Chen Shisheng sighed, somewhat bewildered by the enemies he was facing—they were all poor bastards.

Aside from the few members of the Blackwater Gang he had worked with, he hadn't received much silver.

But then I thought about it again. This world is as chaotic as a quagmire. Who would carry a lot of money on their person and let someone else take advantage of them?

He casually flattened the silver bean and put it away along with the jade hairpin.

Finally, there was that stack of letters.

Chen Shisheng brought a basin of water from outside and sprinkled water on each letter.

Chen Shisheng had already arrived at Zhu You's courtyard long before Zhu You checked the letter.

He hadn't forgotten the threat from a few days ago; the first thing he did after breaking through was to launch a surprise attack.

I happened to witness Zhu You's failed breakthrough and his actions of tidying up the letters.

So he didn't act rashly, but quietly observed for a while, and after understanding the whole story, he finally killed him.

However, it must be said that Zhu You is indeed exceptionally talented, with outstanding aptitude for martial arts.

Recalling their previous encounter, Chen Shisheng realized that even with his Bone Forging strength, he had managed to ambush the man but still failed to kill him in one move.

Instead, Zhu You took action and exchanged a few more blows with him.

This person truly deserves the high regard of the Second Young Master Wen; his martial arts talent is truly frightening.

The letter was covered in water stains. After putting the letter away, Chen Shisheng began to examine it carefully. The more he looked, the more alarmed he became, and his face turned completely dark.

"No wonder I didn't get a response to the commendation letters I sent before..."

The letter detailed the entire incident.

Liu Ergou, in collusion with Zhu You, intercepted his letters, preventing them from ever reaching the Wen family.

Even when he later sent someone to notify them, they were not allowed to enter the Wen family's home.

"This man truly deserves to die!"

Chen Shisheng narrowed his eyes, his anger burning fiercely.

He also knew that the world was tough, and he was prepared to be taken advantage of.

But to my surprise, these people didn't intend to leave him any credit; they chose to take it all for themselves.

However, Chen Shisheng quickly calmed down.

Now that Zhu You is dead, this matter cannot be accomplished from the outset.

Chen Shisheng calmed himself down, a cold glint flashing in his eyes.

"Let's go back to Wuhe City first, and then make further plans!"