Impulse is a demon, and the ensuing days would undoubtedly be painful for Jun Haotian. Under the ruthless supervision of Old Man Yun, Jun Haotian embarked on a comprehensive hellish training regimen. Old Man Yun claimed, "How can you grow strong without rigorous training?"

There is no denying that Yun Tianji is a person of extraordinary knowledge and skill. Under his tutelage, Jun Haotian learned a great deal. Astronomy, geography, culture, and arts—nothing was left untouched. Jun Haotian had already built a solid foundation in these areas over the past two years. The grueling training of the last two months integrated his accumulated knowledge, focusing on weight-bearing, knife handling, and human acupoints, among other things.

In a slum area, Jun Haotian soaked in a large wooden tub filled with hot, medicinal black water. The itchiness had become a familiar sensation. According to Yun Tianji, this herbal concoction could stimulate one's potential, accelerate wound healing, and even render the body impervious to blades and bullets.

While immersed in the medicinal water, Jun Haotian meticulously carved a jade-like object with a silver knife, his mind entirely absorbed in the task. The emerging face of the statue grew more profound, unmistakably resembling Phoenix.

Two months passed swiftly, and the hellish training bore fruit. Despite his resentment towards Yun's unyielding stance, every confrontation ended in Jun Haotian's thorough defeat. Covered in scars, he could only submit and train harder.

During these two months, Jun Haotian absorbed knowledge like a sponge, learning Yun's lethal techniques. It was only now that he realized the truth in Yun's words: killing is an art.

"Old Man Yun, who was that girl that night? Where did she go?" Jun Haotian asked, his mind drifting as he carved.

Yun Tianji smiled, "You've held this question for two months. I thought you didn't care."

Jun Haotian's handsome face flushed, "Does this count as one of today's three questions?"

The three questions were a unique reward from Yun Tianji. For the past two months, if Jun Haotian completed his training tasks, he could ask three questions about anything. Through this, Jun Haotian learned much about the world of the gifted.

"She's from the Feng family, called Phoenix. Reigning supreme, dancing through Lanzhou. Among the eight great families, your Jun family ranks first, while the Feng family ranks second. That girl should still be in Binhai; she has her own tasks."

A smile of excitement spread across Jun Haotian's face, "Still in Binhai, that's great! I can still see her."

Yun Tianji, observing Jun Haotian's boyish excitement, warned, "Don't get any ideas about her. The Feng family head is an emperor-level pure psychic. If you want to die, go ahead and try."

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"Emperor-level?" Jun Haotian was terrified.

"What's so great about an emperor-level? Your grandfather is an emperor-level martial artist," Yun retorted dismissively.

"Old man, what level are you?" Jun Haotian asked curiously.

Yun Tianji smiled mysteriously, "You’re not qualified to know yet. When you reach a certain level, I'll tell you."

"You're cheating!" Jun Haotian protested.

Yun Tianji chuckled, "This doesn't count as one of today's questions."

After some thought, Jun Haotian asked, "Can you tell me how to enhance the abilities of a psychic? For two months, you've been training my body but never explained the use of psychic powers. Why?"

After a long silence, Yun Tianji explained, "There are distinctions among psychics. Whether Eastern martial artists or Western mages, they can all enhance their strength through cultivation. They are known as practitioners. This is related to innate talent, the awakening index of abilities, but diligence is also essential. Pure psychics, however, inherit their power through bloodlines. The strength of their bloodline determines their potential. Some have diluted bloodlines and, no matter how hard they try, remain mediocre, unable to break through. You belong to the pure psychics."

"Old man, are you saying my bloodline is insufficient? I'm a high-quality talent with excellent pedigree!" Jun Haotian became anxious.

"Your bloodline is exceptional, extraordinarily so!" Yun Tianji trembled with excitement. An innate awakening index of 284—such a bloodline was unparalleled. For psychics, an index of 100 is perfect, and surpassing 90 is rare. A score above 60 is considered high talent, capable of reaching king or even emperor levels.

Even considering Jun Haotian's diverse powers—time, space, and holy breaker—each power averaged an index over 90. Not even Yun Tianji, hailed as a god, possessed such innate talent. It was unprecedented and unparalleled.

"Pure psychic bloodline training involves two aspects: body training and soul training. Body training enhances physical endurance for stronger bloodline powers, the foundation. Soul training improves control over these powers."

"Then why focus solely on my physical training? Why not teach me powerful psychic techniques?" Jun Haotian questioned.

"Because psychic abilities are unique. Even psychics with the same attributes use their powers differently. This requires personal exploration. Remember, the best techniques are those suited to you," Yun advised.

Feeling the changes in his body, Jun Haotian slowly emerged from the tub. His tall, lean physique, graceful lines, and radiant skin had become strikingly handsome.

"Today marks your final day of training. Tomorrow, you will begin your missions! Let me gauge your progress," Yun Tianji announced, donning a pair of optical glasses.

"Let your bloodline boil, focus your thoughts," he instructed.

After a moment, Yun Tianji murmured in astonishment, "Remarkable, with an innate index of 284, you've reached 1,945 in just two months, achieving a two-star general rank. Unprecedented!"

Ignoring Yun's amazement, Jun Haotian dressed and arrogantly declared, "I'm a genius. Old man, what's my first mission?"

Recovering from his shock, Yun Tianji replied, "Your first mission is to protect someone."

"A bodyguard? Really?"

Yun Tianji grinned mischievously, "It's a beautiful woman. I secured this task just for you. If you're not interested, I can find someone else. Plenty would take it."

"Wait, what's her name?" Jun Haotian asked eagerly.

"You'll find out in due time," Yun Tianji said mysteriously.

"A rich, beautiful woman?" Jun Haotian shamelessly inquired.

"Something like that," Yun replied, exasperated.

"Alright, I accept the mission!" Jun Haotian exclaimed, eyes gleaming with excitement, "Here I come, beautiful!"