touchnovel Chapter 65 Stepping into the Threshold of Strong Bones
Chapter 65 Stepping into the Threshold of Strong Bones
"Let's drink until we drop at the water bar tonight!" This is what Xiong Kuohai said during the day at the military headquarters.
Jiang Qi's gaze gradually darkened.
"Uncle Chen, Xiao Shui, Uncle Wang, Brother Sun, where are they?"
"They weren't at the water shop when the attack happened, so they should be fine," Guo Meng replied.
Jiang Qi nodded, feeling somewhat relieved. He then turned to Xiao Qi and said, "Tomorrow, go and tell Uncle Chen and the others that they shouldn't come to work at the water shop for the time being."
"...Okay." Xiao Qi nodded silently, looking at the mess in the courtyard, her eyes filled with anger and worry, and began to help clean up.
Jiang Qi walked alone to the well platform and leaned down to look into the deep well opening.
The well water remained calm, reflecting the crimson sunset and a face, but beneath the surface, a deeper darkness seemed to lurk.
What secrets are hidden in this well?
Is it worth the evil forces going to such lengths, even driving the Blood Blade Hall to fight for it?
This time it's Blood Blade Hall, who will come next time?
Could it be the Green Water Gang?
The three branches of the Qingshui Gang are all led by experts who have reached the peak of the Blood-Enduring Realm.
With his current strength equivalent to twelve strands of Qi and Blood, he has the ability to maneuver and contend with a sect on his own.
However, the Qingshui Gang is far more than just three branches. Above them are the gang leader and two deputy gang leaders, all of whom are true masters who have entered the second stage of martial arts, the Strong Bone Realm!
Although my Qi and blood are now abundant and far exceed the perfection of the Blood Refining Realm, in essence, I am still in the stage of "refining Qi and blood".
The Bone Strengthening Realm refines muscles and bones to the point of being as hard as iron, and the blood and qi are fused together like a furnace. Attack power and defense power will increase dramatically, which can be said to completely surpass the Blood Refining Realm.
If he were to encounter them, what are his chances of winning?
"Strengthening Bones Realm..."
Jiang Qi silently righted the overturned bucket, reconnected the broken well rope, and tied it to the pulley.
The cold well water reflected his deep eyes, revealing anger, chill, and an urgent need for power.
"How can one contend with a true expert in the Bone Strengthening Realm?"
"Instructor Zhou and Master Lin are both at the Bone Strengthening Realm..."
"I'll go to the martial arts school tomorrow and ask Instructor Zhou about the power of the Strong Bone Realm..."
......
The next morning.
Jiang Qi and Xiao Qi got up early and continued to clean up the mess in the yard.
"Guardian Jiang, Guardian Xiong succumbed to his wounds and passed away last night!"
Guo Meng ran in from the alley entrance, his face pale and his expression filled with grief and indignation.
Jiang Qi's hand, which was shaking the wheelchair, paused slightly.
That burly man, as strong as a bear, seemingly rough but actually kind-hearted... is really gone.
Life and death are unpredictable, and in this turbid world, they are still so easily forgotten.
Jiang Qi silently put down the bucket, turned around and went to the water room to get a pot of wine, then came to the stone table by the well, the seat where Protector Xiong usually sat.
He slowly poured a full bowl of wine, the liquid shimmering in the morning light.
He held the wine bowl with both hands, facing the direction of Liefeng Hall, bowed slightly, and spilled the wine on the ground.
"Brother Xiong, may you rest in peace."
Guo Meng and Zhao Xiaoqi also stepped forward, their faces solemn, and bowed respectfully towards the direction of Liefeng Hall.
"Guardian Jiang, there's one more thing," Guo Meng said in a hoarse, heavy voice, "News has come from within the hall that Yan Liang, the leader of the Blood Blade Hall..."
Seemingly having gained some insight from yesterday's battle with the hall master, he secluded himself for a night, and his blood and energy surged forth, showing signs of them penetrating his bones!
"One foot has already stepped into the Bone Strengthening Realm!"
"The head of the hall says that starting today, the water supply will be suspended. Everyone must be on high alert."
One foot has stepped into the Bone Strengthening Realm?
Jiang Qi remained expressionless, poured another bowl of wine, and spilled it on the ground.
The wine seeped into the cracks of the bluestone, like a life that has passed away, leaving no trace.
Guo Meng hesitated for a moment, then bowed and withdrew to guard the alley entrance.
"Qi-ge'er, Xiong Hu made him..." Xiao Qi's eyes were slightly red.
When Xiong Kuohai drank at the water shop, he never put on airs. Sometimes he would pull Xiao Qi to have a drink with him, and he would even give Xiao Qi some pointers on cultivation techniques, and even give her some medicine to replenish her qi and blood.
Jiang Qi sighed, "Let's pack up first."
But not long after,
Bang!Bang!Bang!
Suddenly, the sounds of fierce fighting and shouts came from outside the alley.
Immediately afterwards, Chen Ying, the deputy hall master, and several Ironclad Gang guards were seen staggering and backing away from the alley entrance.
Looking towards the sound, one could see a tall, burly, and fierce-looking middle-aged man leading more than ten elite members of the Blood Blade Hall, stepping into the water workshop courtyard.
Chen Ying wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, mustered his strength, and stood in front of the crowd, brandishing his sword. He shouted fiercely, "Yan Liang! Don't be so arrogant! Hall Master Qin will be here soon!"
The newcomer was none other than Yan Liang, the leader of the Blood Blade Hall of the Green Water Gang!
Yan Liang glanced at Chen Ying and sneered, "You're no match for me. If you don't want to die, get out of my way."
Chen Ying's face flushed red as he roared, "How dare you, Blood Blade Hall, run wild on the territory of the Blazing Wind Hall!"
Having said that, he let out a low roar, his figure suddenly leaping up, the long sword in his hand transforming into a gleaming streak, slashing towards Yan Liang with a resolute determination.
He knew he was no match for them, but since the sect leader hadn't arrived, he had to stall for time.
"Like a mantis trying to stop a chariot." A fierce glint flashed in Yan Liang's eyes. He spread his five fingers on his right hand, and as his blood and qi surged, his palm swelled up, glowing with a dark red light, and he grabbed directly at Chen Ying's blade.
clang--!
A piercing, explosive sound.
Chen Ying felt an irresistible force coming from him, his tiger's mouth split open, and his long sword flew out of his hand.
Immediately afterwards, Yan Liang's claw strike, still powerful, imprinted itself on his chest.
"Pfft!" Chen Ying was struck as if by lightning, spitting out blood. He was thrown backward and crashed into the courtyard wall, unable to get up for a moment.
Yan Liang didn't even glance at Chen Ying again; his gaze went straight to Jiang Qi beside the well.
Resentment! Hatred!
It swept across his eyes.
But he immediately suppressed it.
Then, a man stepped forward from Yan Liang's side, casually removing his straw hat to reveal a handsome face with a wicked smile.
Li Tianren, the young master of the Qingshui Gang!
Li Tianren smiled and strolled leisurely: "Brother Jiang, I didn't expect we'd meet again so soon."
Jiang Qi's eyes narrowed as he quickly calculated the situation in his mind.
The current situation is unfavorable, and the greatest threat is undoubtedly Yan Liang, who has one foot in the Strong Bone Realm!
The sense of oppression he felt from this person far exceeded that of the Jiangjiao who had been killed by him recently, as well as the bandit leader Ke Jinglan.
"My current total blood and qi are comparable to twelve Dao, and with the [Blood Gathering] burst, the [Shadow Slash] ultimate technique, and the perfected [Wind Chasing Step], I might not be without a fighting chance..."
As for Li Tianren... his strength is unknown, but as the young master of the Qingshui Gang, he has countless resources and many tricks up his sleeve, so we need to be wary of him.
"Brother Jiang's talent is being wasted in this small water shop."
Li Tianren, seemingly oblivious to the tense atmosphere in the courtyard, smiled and advised, "What I said yesterday still stands. Come to my Qingshui Gang; the position of hall master awaits you. As for this well..."
He pointed to Suolongjing, his expression meaningful: "Naturally, it will still be under the jurisdiction of Hall Master Jiang, how about that?"
Jiang Qi remained silent, but his internal energy and blood circulated, and his [Blood Gathering] technique was poised to be unleashed.
"Master Yan! Young Master Li!"
Just as the atmosphere was tense, a deep shout, like a thunderclap, rang out at the courtyard gate.
Qin Lie, the leader of the Fierce Wind Hall, strode into the courtyard with the imposing presence of a dragon and the powerful stride of a tiger.
His expression was calm, his eyes were sharp as knives, and his aura was deep and heavy. He first swept his gaze over the injured Chen Ying and the others, and finally landed on Yan Liang and Li Tianren.