Complete one practice method every day

About a few breaths after Chen Yue disappeared, two figures appeared.

One of them stared at the direction Chen Yue had disappeared in, his eyes narrowing slightly, and muttered, "Such skillful movement! His return was completely unexpected!"

The other person nodded, his voice hoarse: "And his senses are sharp. We were careful enough, but he still noticed us."

"Should we continue?" the man from before asked.

"Follow him?" The latter shook his head. "Judging from how he left, we might not be able to catch up, and even if we do, we might not come out on top. Forget it, let's go and report back."

The two exchanged a glance and silently disappeared into the shadows.

On the way back, Chen Yue changed back into his original clothes halfway through, and then quietly climbed over the wall back to the secluded courtyard that the Chen family had arranged for him.

He bolted the door and lit the oil lamp. Instead of resting, Chen Yue took out the formula for the Bone-Enhancing Pill and the secret manual of hidden weapon techniques called the Midnight Bone-Penetrating Nail.

He first looked at the Meridian Penetrating Bone Nail. The manual was very thin, and the opening chapter explained the way of hidden weapons, which lies in striking unexpectedly and attacking when the opponent is unprepared. It emphasizes the perfect coordination of hand, eye, mind, strength, and weapon.

The Meridian Penetrating Bone Nail is not a specific method of using a hidden weapon, but rather a general outline of techniques for using small, sharp hidden weapons such as flying needles, bone-piercing nails, and spears.

Next was the prescription for Zenggu Pills. The writing on the paper was somewhat blurry, but still legible.

The medicinal materials recorded in the prescriptions are mostly related to strengthening muscles and bones. The refining method is quite complicated. Some medicinal materials need to be steamed and dried nine times, and then simmered and blended with alternating gentle and strong fire. The final elixir requires extremely high control of the fire.

Chen Yue was so engrossed in watching that he didn't realize the night had deepened.

At the very moment day turns to night, the familiar settlement window appears on time.

Daily Settlement

[After diligently studying the manual, experience gained from the Meridian Bone-Penetrating Nail technique +1, and experience gained from refining Bone-Increasing Pills +1]

[Striving to cultivate the Mountain-Suppressing and Yuan-Consolidating Technique, cultivation level +16]

[Taking the Marrow Cleansing Pill provides a mild cleansing and bone-strengthening effect.]

[Strive to cultivate the Tiger Roar Golden Bell Shield; Tiger Roar Golden Bell Shield experience +60]

[Strive to master the Cloud-Soaring Thousand-Layer Steps; Cloud-Soaring Thousand-Layer Steps experience +85]

……

[Skill: Tiger's Roar Golden Bell Shield (Beginner 2255/2916)]

[Skill: Meridian Bone-Piercing Nail (Beginner 1/212)]

[Skill: Bone-Boosting Pill (Beginner 1/600)]

[Realm: Flesh Refining Realm (493/933)]

With a wealth of experience and insights flowing in, he successfully mastered the crafting of the newly acquired Meridian Bone-Penetrating Nails and Bone-Enhancing Pills.

The experience bar for Tiger Roar Golden Bell Cover has advanced another step. At this rate, in at most another ten days or so, this profound body-refining technique will be able to reach the minor completion stage!

At that time, Chen Yue's defense, strength, and even his protective aura will experience a leap forward.

With the continuous consumption of Marrow Cleansing Pills and his own arduous cultivation, the experience bar for the [Realm: Flesh Refining Realm] has dropped to a maximum of 933 points, while the experience value has reached 493 points, indicating that the cultivation process is already more than halfway complete.

The following day, Chen Yue was in the alchemy room, skillfully refining his daily quota of Blood Activating Pills while repeatedly rehearsing the key points of refining Bone Strengthening Pills in his mind.

Refining the Blood-Activating Pill was no longer difficult for him, and he could use most of his mind to think about new pills.

After completing the task of obtaining the Blood-Activating Pill, Chen Yue did not rest. After a short period of recuperation, he began to process the medicinal materials for the Poison-Avoiding Pill.

Although his skills and experience were already quite advanced, and he was theoretically very confident, it was still his first time officially refining a poison-avoiding pill. He was completely focused on every step of processing the medicinal materials and controlling the heat, and dared not be careless in the slightest.

Thanks to his profound understanding and precise control at the minor completion level, the entire refining process, though fraught with twists and turns, proceeded without major surprises.

About half an hour later, the alchemy furnace was opened, and at the bottom of the furnace lay two pills the size of longans, emitting a strange aroma of spiciness and coolness.

The poison-avoidance pill is complete!

Although its appearance is somewhat unappealing, it is indeed a poison-avoiding pill.

Chen Yue carefully took out the pill and placed it in the jade plate for a thorough examination. He confirmed that the pill had been successfully refined, the medicinal power had been integrated, and the toxicity had been neutralized and transformed. It was safe to take, but the effect would probably be somewhat reduced.

Chen Yue didn't immediately consume the whole pill, after all, it was his first time refining one, and it was a poisonous pill. He first carefully cut off a small half of one of the antidote pills with a knife and put it in his mouth.

The pill tasted slightly bitter at first, but then it transformed into a cool, slightly tingling liquid that spread throughout the body.

A moment later, Chen Yue opened his eyes, a hint of joy flashing in them. He felt no discomfort whatsoever; the faint tingling sensation had long since disappeared.

With a firm resolve, Chen Yue swallowed the remaining half of the antidote pill.

After finishing these tasks, Chen Yue continued to devote himself to his daily, unwavering practice of various martial arts techniques.

He even began to try the basic techniques of the Meridian Penetrating Bone Nail, practicing wrist strength and accuracy with a few ordinary sewing needles in the room.

As the amount of knowledge he needed to cultivate increased, Chen Yue found his time becoming increasingly fragmented, almost overwhelming him. But he enjoyed it; the feeling of seeing clear progress every day was intoxicating.

When night falls again, it's time for the midnight settlement.

The panel unfolds, and new information floods in.

Daily Settlement

[Taking antidote pills slightly increases resistance to toxins]

[Striving to cultivate the Mountain-Suppressing and Yuan-Consolidating Technique, cultivation level +16]

[Taking the Marrow Cleansing Pill provides a mild cleansing and bone-strengthening effect.]

……

[Realm: Flesh Refining Realm (509/930)]

[Talent: Immunity to all poisons (1/100)]

When Chen Yue saw the newly appeared line of text, his breath hitched.

talent!

A new section appeared on the panel, introduced by the antidote pill.

"This special pill is not only effective, but it can be said to be remarkably effective!" Chen Yue felt an overwhelming surge of excitement.

He had always suspected that the Poison Repellent Pill would offer a pleasant surprise when the panel results were magnified, but he never expected the surprise to come so directly. It wasn't just a simple increase in poison resistance; it directly unlocked a talent bar for complete immunity to all poisons!

When this progress bar reaches 100 points, he will likely truly gain the talent of being immune to all poisons. At that time, ordinary poisons will be completely ineffective against him, and even highly toxic poisons will greatly enhance his resistance.

In the midst of fierce battles and treacherous schemes in the martial world, this is practically a life-saving skill!

Chen Yue's eyes were full of undisguised smiles and anticipation. However, the antidote pill itself contained toxic medicinal materials. Although it had been refined and transformed, it was still not advisable to take too much. One pill a day was probably the limit.

At the same time, Chen Yue's anticipation for the newly acquired Bone-Enhancing Pill formula instantly soared.

If the Poison Avoidance Pill is so effective, and if the Bone Strengthening Pill can truly enhance bones, even if the effect is slight, could it unlock a talent when the panel results are magnified?

However, even without talent, simply strengthening one's bones is a huge gain.

Three days passed in the blink of an eye. At night, Chen Yue disguised himself again and appeared in front of Shen Dujiang's stall in the black market.

After completing the routine transaction of Marrow Cleansing Pills and medicinal herbs, Chen Yue said, "There's one more thing I need to trouble you with. Could you collect a few more portions of herbs for Poison Avoidance Pills during the next transaction?"

Upon hearing this, Shen Dujiang glanced at Chen Yue with some surprise: "The ingredients for the Poison Avoidance Pill? Your... your friend has already refined the Poison Avoidance Pill?"

Chen Yue smiled and shook his head: "No, the refining failed, so I need more medicinal materials to practice. My friend is a bit obsessed with alchemy; the more difficult the pill is to refine, the more he wants to conquer it."

Upon hearing this, Shen Dujiang's eyes twitched slightly involuntarily.

"Young man, it's not that I don't want to help. The main ingredients needed for the antidote pill are not easy to collect in Youlin County, and they are also quite expensive. It's okay to gather one or two portions occasionally, but it's probably difficult to supply a large quantity in a long-term manner."

Chen Yue had anticipated this and said, "The price can be increased appropriately. You have many connections, so think of a way. My friend is indeed very interested in this antidote pill. If the supply can be stabilized, the supply of marrow cleansing pills can also be increased accordingly in the future."

Upon hearing this, Shen Dujiang's eyes flashed with a sharp light. The increased supply of Marrow Cleansing Pills was quite tempting to him.

He pondered for a moment, then finally nodded: "Since your friend is in such a good mood, I'll do my best. But let me be clear from the start, I can't guarantee the quantity, and it will take time. I'll try to collect it first, and then I'll give it all to you next time."

"Thank you for your trouble." Chen Yue cupped his hands in thanks. He knew the other party was telling the truth, and that such a promise was already quite good.