novelslam Chapter 11: Divine Skill Mastered, One Finger Splits the Sky! The Proud Daughter of Heaven Begs to B
Chapter 11: Divine Skill Mastered, One Finger Splits the Sky! The Proud Daughter of Heaven Begs to B
The golden light was not fluid, but more like a tangible energy mist that silently enveloped Lin Fan.
There was no burning sensation, no stinging pain, only a warm, nourishing feeling that seeped into my very bones.
He could "see inward" that this golden energy was reshaping his body in a forceful yet gentle way.
It is not a simple enhancement, but a leap to a higher level of life.
His physical body, which had already reached the limits of human potential, now seemed to be enlightened with divinity, and every inch of his muscles, bones, and skin was undergoing an extraordinary transformation.
A faint golden light flowed across the surface of the skin before disappearing, its resilience now incomparable to what it once was.
Deep within the bone marrow, the hematopoietic function is catalyzed to an unbelievable level, and the newly generated blood seems to contain a trace of immortal charm.
The internal organs were cleansed by the divine light, becoming clear and full of vitality.
However, the greatest transformation comes from the spiritual level.
When the golden energy touched his consciousness, Lin Fan's mental world trembled violently.
Those martial arts insights and life experiences belonging to the Fist God Wang Chao completely dissolved at this moment, no longer being external knowledge, but transforming into instincts deep within his soul.
In his mind's eye, the blurry figure practicing the boxing technique suddenly became clear.
That face was his own!
Every punch and kick contains the true meaning of martial arts: to suppress mountains and rivers and to be the only one who reigns supreme.
This is the "Martial Soul".
Through martial arts, one attains enlightenment, solidifies one's will, and becomes immortal and indestructible.
The "Golden Body" is the vessel that carries this immortal martial spirit.
The Martial Soul Golden Body is a unity of spirit and flesh, solid both inside and out.
[Martial Soul Golden Body (Beginner): Increases physical strength, recovery ability, and power by 100%. Provides extremely high resistance to negative attacks related to spirit, curses, and luck. Allows the user to imbue attacks with the will of their "Martial Soul," inflicting a shock and blow on the target's soul.]
The system's cold, impersonal notification tone sounded at just the right moment.
Lin Fan opened his eyes, and the golden light around him receded like a tide, all of it merging into his body.
He opened his palm, and his appearance was no different from before; his skin was still delicate, and his joints were well-proportioned.
But he knew that everything was different.
He could clearly sense the terrifying power lurking within this seemingly ordinary body.
If he was a human weapon before, he is now a god in human skin!
Lin Fan's mind stirred slightly as he attempted to condense the newly born "Martial Soul" will at his fingertips.
A fleeting golden glint, almost imperceptible to the naked eye, flashed from the tip of his index finger.
He raised his hand and casually made a gesture in the air in front of him.
"laugh--"
A very faint sound, like fabric being cut by a sharp blade.
A circle of tiny, visible ripples spread out in the void before him!
Lin Fan's eyes finally showed a slight change.
This... has gone beyond the scope of "martial arts".
To interfere with physical reality with pure will?
He calmed himself down.
This reward is absolutely amazing.
It seems that the fortune that "promoting the divine power of our national martial arts" can unlock is far greater than he imagined.
This "deal" is very worthwhile.
Lin Fan's mood improved, and he was too lazy to dwell on the slight unpleasantness of the courtyard being destroyed earlier.
He walked to the stone table, sat down, poured himself a cup of cool tea, and quietly observed the changes in his body.
Strength, speed, reaction time... a surge in all aspects.
Even more remarkably, his perception became sharper than ever before, and the world appeared in a completely different light to him.
The wind's path, the chirping of crickets in the distant alley, and even the life rhythm of every blade of grass and tree in the courtyard were all clearly reflected in his mind.
This feeling of being in control made him feel extremely comfortable.
"Looks like I'll have to find more opportunities to 'get out and about' in the future," Lin Fan thought to himself, stroking his chin.
It's a win-win situation: you can gain benefits and take care of those clueless guys at the same time.
Just then, a very light footstep sound came from outside the courtyard gate.
Lin Fan didn't even look up.
"The door isn't locked, come in."
The courtyard gate was gently pushed open, and Fang Qingxue, who had changed into a white casual outfit, walked in with a hint of unease.
There were no more bodyguards following her.
Having shed her aloof facade, her long, flowing hair cascaded over her shoulders, and her stunningly beautiful face held a hint of girlish unease and trepidation.
"Mr. Lin... Mr. Lin." She walked to the stone table, bowed slightly, and spoke in a much softer voice.
"Sit down." Lin Fan pointed to the stone bench opposite him.
Fang Qingxue hesitated for a moment, then sat down as instructed, but only on the front third of the stool, keeping her back ramrod straight.
"What is it?" Lin Fan picked up his teacup and took a sip.
"I...I've come to express my gratitude." Fang Qingxue took a deep breath, as if she had made up her mind. "Today at the Bafang Martial Arts Academy, you...you showed me the true essence of martial arts."
Her eyes held undisguised reverence, even a kind of pilgrimage-like fervor.
For someone who regards martial arts as their lifelong pursuit, the level of skill Lin Fan displayed was nothing short of a divine miracle.
"Oh, just doing it casually." Lin Fan waved his hand, his tone indifferent. "They were too noisy, disturbing the peace and quiet of my neighborhood."
Fang Qingxue's expression froze. This master's reasons for doing things were always so... simple and unpretentious.
She was silent for a moment, as if she was preparing something more important to say.
"Mr. Lin, I have a favor to ask."
"explain."
"I want to follow you and learn the true way of martial arts!" Fang Qingxue suddenly stood up and bowed deeply to Lin Fan.
"I don't need any title! I only ask to be by your side, even if it's just serving you tea and water, being a maid, I'd be willing! I only ask that you occasionally give me some pointers, so that I can glimpse a corner of the true meaning of martial arts!"
Her tone was incredibly earnest, even pleading.
She knew this was the greatest opportunity of her life, and if she missed it, it would be a lifelong regret.
Lin Fan looked at her without saying anything.
Apprentice?
trouble.
He relies entirely on his own attendance records for all his skills; he has no time to teach others.
Moreover, he prefers quiet, and he always feels uncomfortable with more people in the yard.
Just as he was about to refuse, a thought suddenly popped into his head.
and many more.
While it's easy to be strong on your own, dealing with many miscellaneous tasks can be quite taxing.
For example, if it weren't for Li Zhenguo and the others, I would still be having a headache dealing with those corpses today.
For example, if you want to find a reason to "show off our national prestige" in the future, you can't just wander around the streets every day hoping for a lucky break, can you?
The woman in front of me is no ordinary person; she is the eldest daughter of an international martial arts family, and her connections and intelligence network must be quite impressive.
Keeping her around to handle chores and gather intelligence seems like... it could save me a lot of trouble?
Moreover, they are indeed pleasing to the eye when kept as pets.
Thinking of this, Lin Fan's gaze towards Fang Qingxue changed slightly.
"I can't afford to keep a maid in my small courtyard," Lin Fan said slowly.
Fang Qingxue's face instantly darkened, and her heart sank to the bottom.
"However..." Lin Fan changed the subject, "I need someone to take care of the flowers and plants in my yard. If you have nothing to do, you can stay and be a gardener."
"Flowers...florist?" Fang Qingxue was stunned.
She thought she had misheard.
She, the eldest daughter of the Fang family, one of the future heirs of the family, a favored daughter of heaven admired by countless people, is working as... a gardener for someone else?
If these words were to get out, the entire martial arts world would likely be shaken.
"Not willing?" Lin Fan raised an eyebrow.
"I do! I do!" Fang Qingxue practically shouted, afraid that Lin Fan would change his mind at any moment.
Let alone gardening, she would be more than willing to be a stone lion at the gate!
Her cheeks flushed with excitement, and she nodded repeatedly, "I'm very good at growing flowers! I promise I'll keep your yard beautiful!"
"Okay." Lin Fan nodded in satisfaction. "Then it's settled. The east wing is empty; go and tidy it up yourself. Remember, don't touch anything in the yard, don't make loud noise, and don't bring in outsiders. Understand?"
"I understand! I understand everything!" Fang Qingxue nodded vigorously, her face beaming with uncontrollable joy.
You can stay!
I'm so glad I can stay in this mysterious courtyard house and stay by the side of this unfathomable senior!
She could almost see the door to the pinnacle of martial arts opening a crack in her path.
Watching Fang Qingxue run off to tidy up the room like a happy little bird, Lin Fan's lips curled into a relaxed smile.
Free labor, got it.
From now on, watering flowers, sweeping the floor, buying groceries, cooking... these chores will finally be taken care of by someone else.
He has taken another solid step in his "lying flat" project.
These days are truly becoming more and more hopeful.