He achieved the pinnacle of martial arts starting with breaking through the limits of Tiger Fist.

Upstairs at Guangfu Restaurant, in a private room, Senior Sister Long spoke eloquently.

"The Long family's water-based martial arts are not exactly a secret. This technique is called the Water-Parting and Wave-Fighting Skill, and it is a legitimate martial art, even comparable to the Tiger Warrior Fist we are currently practicing. It's just that one is in water and the other is on land, so it's not easy to compare them."

"If you want to learn it, it's not difficult. This technique can also be taught to others. As long as you successfully hold a position in our Long family, you can practice this technique."

Long Susu paused, then her tone suddenly changed.

"However... this technique was split into two parts, one is the Water-Splitting Force, and the other is the Wave-Fighting Force. After taking up a position in the Long family, I can only practice the Water-Splitting Force."

Jiang Lin felt a slight pang of anxiety upon hearing this, "How can one learn the Wave-Breaking Skill?"

Seeing that Jiang Lin's interest had been piqued, Senior Sister Long smiled and said, "It seems Junior Brother is quite confident in himself. You should know that to hold a position in the Long family, one must at least be a martial artist at the Skin Refining Realm, and Junior Brother hasn't even passed that test yet!"

Jiang Lin was slightly taken aback by what he was said.

At other times, Senior Sister Long still exudes a youthful innocence and naivety, but when it comes to her family, her words immediately become sharp. She truly lives up to her reputation as a scion of a powerful family.

"I apologize for my presumption, please don't take offense, Senior Sister."

Seeing Jiang Lin's embarrassed expression, Long Susu smiled even more brightly.

"Junior brother, you're overthinking it. There's nothing unusual about it. Actually, there's nothing that can't be said. Over the years, it's not like outsiders haven't learned the complete set of Water-Splitting and Wave-Fighting Skills. My Long family hasn't relied solely on this one water skill to establish itself in Yuezhou."

Hearing this, Jiang Lin became interested again and quickly cupped his hands and said, "Please enlighten me, Senior Sister."

"To learn the complete set of techniques, one must obtain the consent of our Dragon Clan Head, and otherwise... unless..."

"Hmm, unless what?"

Senior Sister Long blushed slightly, "Unless... I marry into the Long family..."

After saying this, Long Susu's eyes sparkled, revealing a shy expression.

Women from martial families are known for their boldness and bravery; otherwise, they wouldn't have traveled with two young men.

Senior Sister Long usually manages many disciples at the martial arts school, so she naturally carries a certain amount of authority.

But this fleeting moment of charm, in contrast to her usual image, immediately creates a captivating allure, making her exceptionally alluring.

Jiang Lin was alright, but Lin Zheng next to him almost stared wide-eyed.

However, Senior Sister Long was a martial artist after all, and she quickly regained her composure after only a slight loss of composure.

As the banquet was drawing to a close, Senior Sister Long said seriously, "Today we also need to give our two junior brothers a gift."

As she spoke, she clapped her hands, and immediately a maid brought over a tray.

On the tray were two celadon bowls, each filled with a blood-red liquid.

"This is the blood of the Crimson Blood Carp, a treasure fish. Every part of this fish is valuable and useful. This blood is just right for your two junior brothers' cultivation levels."

"My two junior brothers, drink to victory!"

This is a bit too valuable, not only Lin Zheng, but even Jiang Lin was a little surprised.

As a fisherman, he knew very well what others might not.

This "red-blooded silver carp" can sell for at least thirty taels of silver per catty, and a normal adult of this fish weighs more than ten catties.

Even if there are only two bowls of blood here, their value is unimaginable to the two of them.

"Senior sister, this..."

Even Jiang Lin hesitated now; this gift was a bit too expensive.

"Don't delay. Since it's my treat, Long Susu, how can we just serve some ordinary drinks? Otherwise, others will think we can't afford it."

Jiang Lin's eyes widened; those words sounded so familiar.

As expected of a member of the Long family, even a woman like Senior Sister Long possesses such bearing, demonstrating just how profound the Long family's influence is across the eight counties of this continent.

"Alright, since Senior Sister Long has said so, it would be impolite to postpone it any longer."

Jiang Lin was straightforward. It was nothing more than owing a favor. With his own panel in hand and a bright future ahead, why would he be afraid of owing such a small favor?

Jiang Lin carefully picked up the two bowls, handing one to Lin Zheng, "Senior Brother Lin, please."

Lin Zheng also raised his bowl in welcome.

"Done."

In front of Guangfu Restaurant, Senior Sister Long boarded a carriage and headed towards the inner city.

The two crossed two streets and returned to the martial arts school in just half an incense stick's time.

It was already completely dark by then, but fortunately the moon shone brightly, its light spilling over the green tiles and bathing the entire courtyard in its glow.

Having just drunk the blood of the precious fish, the two felt as if a flame was burning within them, their blood boiling, making it the perfect time for cultivation.

"Flying Tiger Crossing the Stream - Galloping Style"

Under the moonlight, Jiang Lin's body swayed like a bow, suddenly springing out like a tiger hunting its prey.

"Tiger Tail - Fixed Stance"

His body's Qi and blood circulated rapidly, moving from top to bottom, causing his entire spine to undulate like waves.

[Proficiency +5]

A strand of precious blood from the abdomen dissolved and flowed along the limbs and bones, only to be absorbed by the skin and flesh in a short while.

Jiang Lin felt a surge of energy, his whole body felt incredibly refreshed and warm, and he felt extremely comfortable.

Is this the effect of the treasure fish?

This was the first time in his life that Jiang Lin had consumed the treasure fish, and the effects it brought made him sigh with emotion, while also igniting his desire for resources.

Strike while the iron is hot, Jiang Lin dared not delay for a moment, and while the medicine was still working, he practiced the stance training hundreds of times over and over again.

[Proficiency +5]

[Proficiency +5]

……

Over the next three days, the effects of the precious blood gradually weakened until the medicine was exhausted and Jiang Lin returned to normal. By then, his proficiency level had been mostly filled.

Jiang Lin

[Breakthrough Point] 0 (Progress 74%)

[Martial Arts] Tiger Soul Stance (Beginner 348/500)

Jiang Lin silently calculated the progress.

With a bowl of herbal soup every day, he was able to gain nearly seventeen or eighteen points of proficiency, plus three percent of the progress towards breaking the limit.

The daily expenses were less than one tael of silver, and he still had twelve taels of silver in his hand.

In other words, under the current conditions, he can break through and achieve a breakthrough within ten days.

At the same time, the mysterious breakthrough point will also complete its progress and unveil its mystery.

Since things have come to this, what else is there to say? Everything is ready, so let's just focus on the liver.

Time flies, and nine days have passed in a row.

The bright moon hung high in the sky, and the training ground in the courtyard was empty except for Jiang Lin and Lin Zheng.

Jiang Lin's Tiger Soul Stake has finally reached the final moment of its breakthrough.

"Tiger Tail - Fixed Stance"

[Proficiency +2]

[Tiger Soul Stance Breakthrough to Proficiency Level]

[Martial Arts] Tiger Soul Stance (Proficiency 1/800)

As the solidification technique came to a close, Jiang Lin's internal energy began to roar. A tangible explosion-like sound rang out from his tailbone and then traveled upwards, causing his entire spine to float and tumble like a ferocious dragon.

"Collapse, collapse, collapse!"

A powerful surge of energy erupted from the spine, then surged through the body, flowing into every bone, and was finally absorbed by the skin and flesh.

Jiang Lin pressed down with both palms, and a deep tiger's roar came from his chest and abdomen. Then he exhaled a thick breath of turbid air, which turned into a white ribbon and shot far away like an arrow.

He broke through.