Chen Zong didn't like to be disturbed when he was practicing, so the corner of the martial arts field was his favorite.
There were a few big trees with dense palm-sized leaves, which seemed to separate the corner from the rest of the martial arts field.
The fine iron sword shone brightly as it pierced through the air with a sharp sound.
Chen Zong first practiced Residual Shadow Swordsmanship, Willow Swordsmanship, and Eagle Strike Swordsmanship ten times each, then practiced True Sword Eight Movements twenty times. After that, he practiced the first level of Diffraction Swordsmanship.
There were seven sword swings in the first level, which required the coordination of the hands, body, footsteps, and eyes. These seven sword swings did not possess much power, but their main purpose was to mobilize the Qi and blood in one's body and circulate it according to a specific method before finally erupting.
That was the practice of Human Level martial arts.
Chen Zong swung his sword over and over again, repeatedly practicing the seven sword swings of the first level of Diffraction Swordsmanship. He strived to make every movement perfect and coherent.
"Human Level martial arts are the application of Qi and blood. Every kind of Human Level martial arts has its own way of operating Qi and blood, and finally burst out with different power and effects."
"For example, the seven sword swings of the first level of Diffraction Swordsmanship that I practice belong to the guiding style of the first level of this swordsmanship. The purpose is to familiarize myself with the way of operating Qi and blood until I'm very familiar with it and can perform the first level of Diffraction Swordsmanship without the guiding style."
After three days of practice, Chen Zong had a thorough understanding of the first level of Diffraction Swordsmanship. The only thing he lacked was the control of his body.
It required hard practice, which was unavoidable for anyone.
"Diffraction Shadow!"
With a low shout, the seven sword swings were connected and completed in just two breaths. The Qi and blood surged and operated in a strange way, then burst out.
Strike!
The sword swung out, and the sword light was dazzling. It instantly split into two and stabbed out from the left and the right. The two sword lights were real. They left light traces in the air and dissipated after a breath.
"It's still not enough. At least I need to be able to operate Qi and blood while holding the sword and perform the Diffraction Shadow when I strike." Chen Zong thought to himself, "It's indeed harder to practice than the Foundation Establishment martial arts."
He continued to practice and let his body remember the feeling of operating Qi and blood until his arms were sore and weak.
After returning to his room and resting for a while, Chen Zong began to practice Fierce Tiger Technique.
He had already consumed the three Beast Blood Pills. Without the Beast Blood Pills, the growth of his Vitality was extremely slow.
"I have to find a way to obtain more Beast Blood Pills."
After practicing Fierce Fierce Tiger Technique, Chen Zong started thinking.
After he officially became a martial artist, the contribution points points points points points points.
Contribution points were very useful. They could be used to exchange for the right to practice martial arts, weapons, and pills.
One Beast Blood Pill required ten contribution points. Those who had just become martial artists and activated the contribution point system usually had zero contribution points.
Logically speaking, Chen Zong had tempered his blood energy seven times, breaking the Chen Family's previous record and creating a new record. With such talent, he should be heavily nurtured by the Family Hall. Unfortunately, the Chen Family's philosophy was different.
No matter who it was, no matter how talented they were, they would be treated the same when they entered the Clan Hall.
. The Chen family believed that a real tiger would sooner or later show its power as the king of beasts. Otherwise, it would just fade into the crowd.
A tiger needed to experience battles to become a king. A man needed to be honed.
Moreover, Chen Zong did not tell anyone that he had tempered his Qi and blood seven times. Elder Xing only thought he had tempered his Qi and blood six times.
"Whether it is to obtain more Beast Blood Pills or to cultivate better martial arts, contribution points are inseparable."
"There's more than one way to earn contribution points. If I'm strong enough, I can hunt monsters and exchange them for contribution points. But it's too early for me."
He had just broken through to Qi and Blood Realm Level Four not long ago and had just started cultivating Human-level martial arts. His cultivation and strength were both in a period of rapid improvement. It was not suitable for him to go out.
"Then, the second way is to find some missions in the Clan Hall."
"Maybe I should go to the main district to take a look."
There was a mission room in the main district that listed out relevant missions. Any disciple of the Clan Hall could accept them. After completing them, they would be rewarded with the corresponding contribution points.
Chen Zong scanned the mission panel on the wall carefully.
"Find Silver Thread Root. Note: Silver Thread Root is a second-grade herb. It can be exchanged for 20 contribution points. "
"Find Golden Luo Flower. Note: Golden Luo Flower is a third-grade herb. It can be exchanged for 40 contribution points. "
"Find Silver Three Leaf Ginseng. Note: Silver Three Leaf Ginseng is a fourth-grade herb. It can be exchanged for 80 contribution points. "
Most of the missions were to find herbs.
Herbs were divided into nine grades. First-grade herbs referred to herbs that were more than ten years old but less than twenty years old. Second-grade herbs were more than twenty years old but less than thirty years old. Third-grade herbs were more than thirty years old but less than forty years old, and so on. First-grade herbs were more than ninety years old but less than a hundred years old.
Herbs that were more than a hundred years old would have a qualitative change in their medicinal properties. They were treasured herbs.
To find herbs, one had to go deep into the mountains and forests. It was time-consuming to go back and forth.
The other missions were to hunt specific monsters and obtain certain parts of their bodies to bring back to the clan to earn contribution points.
Chen Zong temporarily eliminated all the missions, be it to search for herbs or to hunt monsters.
Then, there weren't many missions left.
After looking around, Chen Zong finally chose a mission.
"Apprentice of the foundry. Depending on your performance, you can earn 10 to 100 contribution points per month."
"Are you sure you want this mission?" The manager of the mission room looked at Chen Zong in surprise.
"What's wrong with it?" Chen Zong asked.
"Many people have accepted this mission before, but they were all kicked out after less than a month. They didn't get any contribution points." The manager said, "I advise you to change to another mission."
"Is there a reason?" Chen Zong asked again.
"Haha, the elder of the foundry has a bad temper. He has high expectations. It's hard to meet them." The manager laughed.
"Thank you for telling me. I want to give it a try." Chen Zong still said. It was not his style to back off without giving it a try.
"It's up to you." The manager registered Chen Zong, then took out a black iron card and handed it to Chen Zong. "This is the apprentice card of the foundry. Take it to Elder Lie of the foundry. He will arrange your specific mission."
"Thank you." Chen Zong took the iron card and left.
The iron card was shaped like a shield. The word "foundry" was engraved on one side and the picture of a hammer on the other.
"What's wrong with having a bad temper?"
"What's wrong with having high expectations?"
Chen Zong muttered as he strode toward the foundry. The foundry was also part of the main area and was not far from the mission room.
The door of the foundry was black and closed. Chen Zong knocked on it.
"Who is it?" The door was opened, revealing an honest-looking face. He seemed to be in his twenties. He looked suspiciously at Chen Zong. "Who are you? What's the matter? "
"I'm a new apprentice." Chen Zong raised the iron card in his hand.
"Oh, someone else dares to accept this mission." As he spoke, the man opened all the doors and let Chen Zong in. "My name is Chen Wuhou. I've been here for six months."
"He's Chen Qi. He's been here for three months." Chen Wuhou pointed at another person in the foundry and smiled.
Chen Qi was wiping a long sword. He glanced at Chen Zong expressionlessly.
"Hello, brothers. I'm Chen Zong." Chen Zong introduced himself.
"I'm not interested in knowing your name because you'll be kicked out soon." Chen Qi's tone was arrogant.
"Haha, brother, don't mind him. He's just like that." Chen Wuhou tried to smooth things over. Chen Zong just smiled and did not take it to heart.
"Brother Wuhou, where is Elder Lie?" Chen Zong asked.
"Wait a moment. Elder Lie is forging swords in the foundry." Chen Wuhou pointed at the closed heavy black iron door in front of them.
Chen Zong waited patiently. After Chen Wuhou poured a cup of water for Chen Zong, he did the same as Chen Seven. He picked up his sword and wiped it carefully while Chen Zong watched from the side.
The swords here ranged from Common Iron to Fine Iron. However, he did not see any treasured iron that was above Fine Iron.
About half an hour later, the heavy iron door opened. A wave of heat rushed out, causing the temperature in the room to rise rapidly. Then, a figure of average height but very strong strode out.
This person's skin was bronze, and his eyes were like copper bells. His black hair and beard were slightly curly, and his arms were bare. His muscles were like cast iron, and they contained an incomparably terrifying power. He immediately brought an indescribable pressure to Chen Zong, as if he could suppress him with just a look, and shatter him with just a finger.
"Elder Lie, this person's name is Chen Zong. He is a new apprentice." Chen Wuhou put down the long sword in his hand and said respectfully to the person who came out of the foundry.
"Elder Lie." Chen Zong took out the black iron card and handed it to Elder Lie.
"Little arms and legs. Another useless one. You better get out of here as soon as possible so that you don't make me angry." Elder Lie glanced at the iron card and quickly sized up Chen Zong. It was as if he wanted to see through Chen Zong. His tone was very aggressive.
"Elder Lie, you haven't given me a mission yet. How do you know if I'm useful or not?" Chen Zong was not afraid at all.
"Yo, kid, you have some courage. Very well. Since you want a mission, I'll give you one. If you do well, you can stay. If not, get out." Elder Lie seemed to be angry and laughed. His tone was fierce. "I'll give you ten days. If you can forge a piece of Common Iron, you can stay. Otherwise, get out of here. Chen Wuhou, teach him the Four Secrets of Blacksmithing."
"Yes, Elder." Chen Wuhou responded respectfully.
"Chen VII, clean the sword and send it to the shop." Elder Lie finished speaking and walked away.
"He really has a bad temper." Chen Zong thought to himself. He didn't care. He had heard worse words.
"It's impossible to forge a piece of Common Iron in ten days. It will take at least a month to master the Four Secrets of Blacksmithing. Brother, I advise you not to waste time. It's better to go to the mission room and cancel the mission." Chen Wuhou advised.
"I still want to try. Please teach me, Brother Wuhou." Chen Zong said seriously.
"Since you insist, follow me." Chen Wuhou said and led Chen Zong into the casting room.
The casting room was very large and the temperature inside was very high. There were a total of three furnaces placed in three directions. However, only the largest one was burning with flames. Two other people took turns to pull the bellows and put in firewood to keep the fire burning.
"Brother Chen Zong, I'll explain the Four Secrets of Blacksmithing to you. After you master it, you can start to forge a piece of Common Iron." Chen Wuhou led Chen Zong to an extinguished furnace. He picked up a piece of iron and began to demonstrate.
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