Immortality Begins with Breathing Exercises-Chapter 501 - 190: Immortal Techniques (Part 4)

After a few days of recuperation, his essence, qi, and spirit were restored to their peak.

Rumble——

A waterfall cascaded down from hundreds of meters high, and Lin Zheyu, bare-chested, practiced the Great Power Vajra Fist under the cold waterfall.

"Just as I thought!"

"I knew the martial uncle would come here again."

Huang Youwei, Xu Kai’en, and Wei Dongguang arrived at the back mountain and were speechless at the sight of Lin Zheyu under the waterfall.

They had originally planned to take their martial uncle out for some fun to celebrate his being ranked 78th on the Hidden Dragon List, but in the blink of an eye, he had returned.

Back as if nothing had happened, he started his dull cultivation.

"The martial uncle is indeed the martial uncle, no wonder he’s so powerful, while we are so useless."

"Damn, I can’t take it anymore. From today on, I will also accompany myself with cultivation like the martial uncle, striving to make it onto the Hidden Dragon List as soon as possible!"

Wei Dongguang suddenly took off his shirt and plunged into the pool.

"Hey, you’re already at the Marrow Refining Realm; cultivating here isn’t suitable for you!" Xu Kai’en said, somewhat speechless, as he watched Wei Dongguang jump into the pool.

"This kid is hopeless. I’ll go pull him back."

Huang Youwei also took off his shirt and plunged into the deep pool.

Emulating Lin Zheyu, he moved to the bottom of the deep pool, practicing his fist skills there.

Xu Kai’en: "..."

"Are these guys planning to abandon me?"

Xu Kai’en said, somewhat speechlessly.

He glanced at Lin Zheyu under the waterfall and then scanned the cultivating Infinite Sect disciples nearby before also taking off his shirt and submerging into the deep pool.

The three of them indeed were somewhat motivated by Lin Zheyu.

When someone more talented and powerful than you also works harder, it’s just unbearable.

Time slowly passed by.

Winter passed and autumn came, and in the blink of an eye, more than half a year had passed.

Except for occasional challenges from martial artists below the 78th rank, Lin Zheyu’s life had returned to its usual tranquility.

Rumble~~

Back mountain, at the deep pool by the waterfall.

This back mountain had been modified; there were no flood and dry seasons. Regardless of spring, summer, autumn, or winter, the waterfall endlessly poured down from hundreds of meters high, creating a deafening roar.

Lin Zheyu was in the deep pool, blasting the Great Power Vajra Fist, exploding in the water with terrifying power.

For months, Lin Zheyu had been doing almost only two things: cultivating the Infinite Jade Waves True Skill and the Great Power Vajra Fist.

This fist skill, originating from Buddhism, was powerful and formidable.

It is said that the Vajra Fist represents the essence of all Tathagatas’ body, speech, and mind, and it’s the fundamental fist skill of the Buddha’s Karma Mudra.

Unfortunately, Lin Zheyu did not cultivate Buddhism, had no Buddha heart, and no Buddha Yuan, and thus couldn’t exhibit the complete power of the Great Power Vajra Fist.

He only cultivated this fist skill to the Fourth-Layer Perfection before being unable to progress further.

The cultivation of the fifth layer involved various Buddhist secret techniques and mental states, which an outsider like him couldn’t practice.

He could cultivate it to the Fourth-Layer Perfection only by integrating the Turtle Breath True Intent and the Tyrannical True Intent, relying on his profound comprehension.

Puff puff puff——

Lin Zheyu continuously threw punches, breaking through the omnipresent water pressure, making puffing sounds.

The commotion he created while cultivating was so great that within a hundred meters, no disciples dared to come near.

"The martial uncle has started again. His Great Power Vajra Fist is becoming increasingly terrifying."

A disciple of the Infinite Sect had just surfaced from the bottom of the pool, their face filled with awe.

"Isn’t that obvious? The martial uncle is a powerful figure ranked 78th on the Hidden Dragon List. Of course, he’s formidable."

"There’s an interesting story; I wonder if you’ve heard it."

The man spoke mysteriously.

"Speak quickly. Don’t keep us guessing, or be careful, I’ll punch you!" The friend beside him glared and waved a clenched fist in front of him.

"Heh heh."

"Two months ago, Shu Jingfeng, ranked 81st on the Hidden Dragon List, challenged the martial uncle, and he lost cleanly."

"And guess what?"

"Heh heh, I heard that not long ago, Shu Jingfeng challenged Wen Ji, ranked 61st, and won!" the man said, chuckling.

"You mean that the martial uncle’s strength could place him in the top 60 of the Hidden Dragon List?" exclaimed his companion.

"Of course!"

"Hiss..."

Upon hearing this, everyone drew in a sharp breath.

Splash~~

Water splashed in the pool as Lin Zheyu shot out of the water like a cannonball, landing lightly on the shore to continue practicing his fist skills.

His stamina was greatly depleted, making it difficult to continue cultivating at the bottom of the deep pool, so he had to move to the shore to continue pushing his physical limits.

Upon seeing Lin Zheyu come out, the disciples all fell silent, watching him practice in silence.

They had become accustomed to such scenes.

The disciples of the Infinite Sect all knew that the new true disciple within the sect, Lin Zheyu, had a habit of mercilessly pushing himself, cultivating to break past his limits every so often.

Rumor had it that this unique cultivation method was the reason for his immense strength.

Thus, countless disciples emulated him.

Time slowly passed.

About half an hour later, Lin Zheyu finally stopped, lying on the ground exhausted and powerless.

Sigh~

Sigh sigh~

He took big gulps of air, his spirit becoming clear as a bell.

[Heaven rewards diligence]

Name: Lin Zheyu

Source Power: 3

Skills:

Sacred Inference Spirit Skill (Perfection)

Nine Revolutions Locking Essence Skill (Perfection)

Eternal Night Sleep Secret Skill (Perfection)

Turtle Breath True Skill (Sixth Layer 0%)

Golden Swan Skill (Eleventh Layer 100%)

Jade Wave Blood Coagulation Skill (Eighth Layer 98%)

Great Power Vajra Fist (Fourth Layer 100%)

Infinite Jade Waves True Skill (Fourth Layer 100%)

"Finally, I can break through to the eighteenth transformation of Qi blood, it’s truly not easy."

Lin Zheyu looked at the data in his mind, feeling quite emotional.

As the number of Qi blood transformations increased, the effect of cultivating the Jade Wave Blood Coagulation Skill worsened.

It’s like bodybuilding. After some time, the original weight in weightlifting ceases to improve the body, only maintaining shape and strength.

To improve further, one must increase the weight on the barbell.

The process of condensing Qi blood is similar.

As the Qi blood becomes more pure and energy-dense, the effect of ordinary Qi blood cultivation techniques diminishes.

Yet, Lin Zheyu couldn’t find a better Qi blood cultivation technique.

The Jade Wave Blood Coagulation Skill, originally based on the Qi blood condensing technique of the Infinite Jade Waves True Skill, had an added component for burning life potential.

Without this improvement, the cultivation efficiency would be even lower.

But even so.

After reaching the seventeenth transformation of Qi blood, one unit of source power could only increase progress by about one percent, a maddeningly slow pace.

"Three units of source power are enough to elevate the Jade Wave Blood Coagulation Skill to the Eighth-Layer Perfection, by then, all the Qi blood in my body will transform into golden Qi blood!"

Lin Zheyu’s eyes were filled with anticipation.

He had waited a long time for this day, unwilling to enter the Marrow Refining Realm until all his Qi blood could be transformed into the higher energy density and more powerful golden Qi blood.

After resting for a while, Lin Zheyu regained some strength.

He pushed himself off the ground and took out three Essence Qi Elixirs, swallowing them.

"Martial uncle!"

"Martial uncle!"

"Greetings, martial uncle!"

As he walked out of the back mountain, the disciples of the Infinite Sect respectfully saluted Lin Zheyu.

After entering the Hidden Dragon List, he gained significant fame, and within the sect, the disciples felt a newfound sense of reverence and worship towards him.

Martial artists admire the strong.

Regarding someone like Lin Zheyu, who rose to this level through his efforts without a backing, it’s simply unimaginable.

After witnessing the harshness of Lin Zheyu’s cultivation, their admiration for him grew even stronger.

Many sect disciples even regarded him as an idol for grassroots ascension.

"Martial uncle, Mr. Yang instructed that after you finish cultivating, you should visit him."

A disciple of the Infinite Sect came over proudly to deliver the message.

"Did Mr. Yang mention what it’s about?"

Lin Zheyu asked.

"No, but it might be related to Tengshe Mountain." The disciple replied.

Tengshe Mountain is a herbal garden of the Infinite Sect, where various rare herbs are planted.

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