Lin Feng took a deep breath and slowly exhaled, clearing his mind. His journey to immortality had begun in earnest. The system had provided him with the tools, and it was now up to him to use them wisely.
His thoughts drifted to the past, to his previous life and the fear that had haunted him there. He was no longer that helpless man who was killed by loan sharks. In this world, he would rise—stronger and more powerful than anyone who dared to threaten him. The Heaven's Radiant Technique and the Verdant Spirit Physique were his keys to survival and domination.
"Let's get started," Lin Feng muttered, settling into a cross-legged position.
Closing his eyes, Lin Feng began circulating his Qi according to the Heaven's Radiant Technique. He felt the surrounding Qi flow towards him, drawn by the special nature of his physique. The Verdant Spirit Physique absorbed it efficiently, processing the Qi with far greater speed and intensity than normal cultivators.
Streams of energy entered his body, flowing through his meridians and into his dantian. The process was seamless, and Lin Feng was amazed by how smoothly the energy circulated. Every breath pulled more and more Qi into him, fueling his cultivation.
In just a few hours, Lin Feng had absorbed more Qi than what an ordinary cultivator could gather in days. The Heaven's Radiant Technique boosted his absorption rate, and his top-tier physique refined the Qi with unmatched efficiency. The combination was nothing short of miraculous.
As the sun began to set, Lin Feng opened his eyes, feeling the immense change within him. His body buzzed with energy, and his senses were heightened. A quick check of his status confirmed the progress he had made:
Status:
Name: Lin Feng
Cultivation: Qi Refinement – 2nd Level
Physique: Verdant Spirit Physique (Top-tier)
Skills: Basic Identification, Basic Analysis
He had reached the 2nd level of Qi Refinement in just a single session. His heart raced, but he quickly calmed himself. This was only the beginning. He couldn't afford to get complacent.
Just as he was about to relax, the system chimed in.
New task completed: Reach the 2nd level of Qi Refinement.
Reward: Qi Condensation Pill.
Lin Feng's eyes widened in surprise as a small, glowing pill materialized before him. The Qi Condensation Pill was a rare and valuable resource for cultivators at his level, capable of accelerating his cultivation even further.
"This is going to be useful," Lin Feng whispered to himself.
He held the pill in his hand for a moment, marveling at its power. Without hesitation, he swallowed the pill, feeling its effects almost immediately. A surge of energy rushed through him, filling his body with a potent, fiery warmth. His meridians expanded, allowing him to absorb even more Qi than before.
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He took another deep breath, resuming his cultivation. The Qi Condensation Pill enhanced his absorption, and within minutes, the energy coursing through his body was twice as strong as before. His dantian expanded, accommodating the newfound power, while his meridians thrummed with vitality.
Hours passed again, but Lin Feng remained focused. The room around him was silent, save for the soft hum of Qi flowing into his body. His cultivation continued at a rapid pace, his progress steadily rising.
When he finally opened his eyes, the night had fully fallen. He felt more powerful, more alive than ever before. Checking his status once again, Lin Feng grinned.
Status:
Name: Lin Feng
Cultivation: Qi Refinement – 3rd Level
Physique: Verdant Spirit Physique (Top-tier)
Skills: Basic Identification, Basic Analysis
The Qi Condensation Pill had done its job, helping him reach the 3rd level of Qi Refinement in record time. He could feel the difference—his senses were sharper, his body stronger, and his connection to the Qi around him more profound.
The system chimed in once more.
New task completed: Reach the 3rd level of Qi Refinement.
Reward: Enhanced Spiritual Awareness.
Immediately, Lin Feng noticed a shift in his perception. His surroundings became clearer, sharper. He could feel the Qi in the air with more precision, and he could even detect faint traces of life energy in the distance.
"This will come in handy," Lin Feng mused, feeling a new sense of confidence.
Suddenly, his enhanced awareness picked up something. A presence was approaching. Someone was coming towards his field. His instincts kicked in, and he quickly stood up, alert.
"Who could it be at this hour?" Lin Feng wondered.
With his improved senses, he could tell the person wasn't particularly strong. Based on the Qi signature, the individual was likely in the 1st or 2nd level of Qi Refinement, far weaker than him. Still, he wasn't one to take chances. Caution had kept him alive this long.
The figure drew closer, and Lin Feng stepped outside his residence, ready to confront the visitor.
A young man appeared on the path leading to Lin Feng's field, his expression nervous as he approached.
"Lin Feng!" the man called out, bowing respectfully when he came near.
Lin Feng narrowed his eyes, not recognizing the man immediately. His Basic Identification skill activated, revealing the young man's details.
Name: Zhang Tao
Cultivation: Qi Refinement – 1st Level
Origin: Zhang Family, Lin Clan's subsidiary.
Zhang Tao's status popped into Lin Feng's mind as if he had always known the information. His Basic Analysis skill kicked in as well, identifying Zhang Tao's weaknesses—his unstable cultivation foundation and lack of combat experience.
"What do you want?" Lin Feng asked coldly, keeping his distance.
"Please forgive me for disturbing you," Zhang Tao said hurriedly. "I was sent by Elder Lin. He requests your presence immediately."
Lin Feng's expression darkened. Elder Lin was one of the higher-ranking members of the Lin family, and while Lin Feng had kept to himself since his transmigration, he knew enough to be wary of the family politics.
"Why does he want to see me?" Lin Feng asked, his tone cautious.
"I don't know, Senior Lin. I was only told to deliver the message," Zhang Tao replied nervously.
Lin Feng considered his options. His instincts screamed at him to stay away from unnecessary conflict, but he also knew he couldn't ignore a summons from a family elder. If he wanted to avoid trouble, he needed to maintain a certain level of respect within the Lin family.
"Fine," Lin Feng said after a moment. "I'll come with you."
As Lin Feng followed Zhang Tao through the moonlit path towards the main family estate, his mind raced. What could Elder Lin want with him? Was this a trap? He couldn't help but feel a sense of unease creeping in.
Whatever the reason, he would be ready. With his cultivation rising faster than ever, Lin Feng felt a growing confidence. He could now face challenges that would have crushed the old Lin Feng. This new world, this new life—it was his for the taking.