chapter 33. cunning beast

Xua Yan watched in awe as the smaller beast used its cunningness to outsmart the larger beast. He had never seen anything like it before. It was as if the smaller beast had a mind of its own and was capable of strategic thinking. As the larger beast hesitated and then resumed its chase of the smaller beast, Xua Yan could see that the smaller beast was not deterred. It kept running, dodging, and weaving in a way that made it impossible for the larger beast to catch it.

Suddenly, a third beast appeared and began to fight the larger beast. Xua Yan could see that the two beasts were evenly matched in terms of size and strength, and the battle was fierce. Meanwhile, the smaller beast watched on with a look of amusement, almost as if it were enjoying the show. And strike when the victorious beast became weak. Xua Yan was amazed by the intelligence and cunningness of the smaller beast. It was clear that this creature was no ordinary beast.

When Xua Yan saw that the smaller beast was enjoying his cunningness and victory, he approached it with a smile on his face. As he got closer, he unsheathed his sword and prepared to strike, using his invisibility technique to remain hidden from the beast's view. The smaller beast was still celebrating its victory, completely unaware of the danger that was lurking behind it. As Xua Yan swung his sword, the beast suddenly turned around, sensing something was wrong, but it was too late. The sword struck true, and the smaller beast fell to the ground, lifeless.

Xua Yan stood there for a moment, looking down at the creature he had just killed. He felt a sense of regret and sadness, but he knew that this was the way of the world. The strong preyed on the weak, and he had to do what he could to survive. He took a deep breath and looked around, making sure that there were no other beasts nearby. Satisfied that he was alone, he retrieved the smaller beast's corpse and the corpse of other two devloping sprite qi stage beasts inside of the entropy and got away from that place.

Xua Yan had just successfully hunted a level 9 energy-gathering beast and two devloping sprite qi beasts and had gathered various valuable items from the places where they lived, including bones and herbs, which he stored inside the entropy. However, he knew that his ultimate goal was to become a powerful martial artist, and the upcoming competition was the perfect opportunity for him to showcase his skills so that he could join any sect or army and could get proper guidanceto improvehis martial arts so that he can increase his lifespan and become stronger to live his life freely. Therefore, he shifted his focus towards preparing for the competition, which was only seven days away.

Xua Yan was well aware that these seven days were critical for his preparation, and he needed to make the best use of them. He knew that meditating inside the entropy was a great way to maximize his training time as time inside the entropy runs faster than the outside world. Therefore, he planned to spend the next seven days inside the entropy, which would translate to 105 days in the outside world. This would give him enough time to further cultivate his soul power and improve his martial arts skills significantly.

Xua Yan was confident that the gains he received from his recent successful hunt would help him in his preparation for the competition. The valuable items he gathered from the forest, including bones and herbs, could be used to make powerful medicines and enhance his martial arts and cultivation but that was his secondary option. Additionally, the sprite qi he obtained from the meat of the beast he hunted would assist him in cultivating his martial arts that can increasehiss strength, which would help him in his martial arts training.

After a long journey of walking in the forest, Xua Yan finally found a safe place to rest. He was exhausted and starving, so he took out the smaller beast that he had hunted earlier. He started a fire, and after cleaning the beast, he cut it into pieces and put it on the fire to cook. As he was waiting for the meat to cook, he sat down and closed his eyes to rest.

Xua Yan knew the importance of food in his journey. As a cultivator, he required a lot of energy to train and fight, and meat provided him with the required protein and sprite energy. He also knew the importance of a good meal after a successful hunt. It not only helped him to restore his energy but also gave him a sense of satisfaction and accomplishment.

As the smell of the cooked meat filled the air, Xua Yan opened his eyes and checked the meat to see if it was cooked properly. After making sure that the meat was ready, he took out a piece and started eating. The meat was tender and juicy, and Xua Yan savored every bite, feeling grateful for the successful hunt and the meal that he was enjoying.

As Xua Yan consumed the meat of the level 9 energy-gathering stage beast, the spiritual energy within it began to release in his body. This energy was a crucial component in his cultivation practice, providing him with the necessary resources to improve his martial arts skills. Feeling the spiritual energy within him, Xua Yan knew it was time to enter the entropy and begin his cultivation practice.

Once inside the entropy, Xua Yan began his meditation and cultivation practice. With the time inside the entropy running much faster than the outside world, he knew he had a significant advantage to make significant progress in his practice. The spiritual energy released by the beast meat began to nourish his body, allowing him to achieve a deeper level of meditation and focus. As he continued his practice, he could feel his energy growing stronger and more potent, a sign that his cultivation practice was bearing fruit.

Xua Yan continued to focus on his practice, pushing his limits and exploring new techniques to improve his martial arts skills. With each passing day, he could feel himself getting stronger and more confident, knowing that he was preparing himself for the upcoming martial arts competition. As he finished his cultivation practice As he finished his cultivation practice he found out that he had reached level 2 of energy-gathering stage in his martial arts cultivation. The energy-gathering stage is the second stage of martial arts cultivation, where the cultivator starts to absorb the natural energy around them and refine it to improve their body's strength and senses. It is a critical stage that determines the cultivator's future progress in martial arts. And it took one day in outside world that was equal to 15 days inside of the entropy.

Xua Yan's successful cultivation practice has allowed him to advance from the first stage to the second stage of martial arts cultivation, which is a significant achievement. With his new level 2 cultivation, Xua Yan will be able to sense more subtle changes in the surrounding energy and refine it more efficiently, leading to faster progress in his martial arts cultivation. This also means that Xua Yan is one step closer to his goal of becoming strong enough to protect himself and those who are around him.

After his successful cultivation practice, Xua Yan was determined to continue making progress. He quickly took out the remaining two beasts that he had hunted earlier, which were at the developing spirit qi stage, and started to prepare food from them. He had learned from his previous experience that consuming the meat of these beasts could release spiritual energy, which would enhance his cultivation practice.

Xua Yan used his sword to skin and clean the beasts, taking care not to waste any part of the animal. He used the bones to make soup, which would provide essential nutrients for his body, and cooked the meat in a pot over a fire. As the meat cooked, the aroma of the spices and herbs that he had collected earlier filled the air, making his mouth water.

Once the meat was cooked, Xua Yan sat down to eat, savoring every bite. As he ate, he could feel the spiritual energy from the meat being absorbed by his body, strengthening his muscles and increasing his energy levels. He knew that this would help him to make even more progress in his martial arts cultivation practice.

As Xua Yan had finished eating the beast meat, his body started to release a burst of heat. This heat was actually the spiritual qi being released from the beast meat that he had consumed. Spiritual qi is a type of energy that is present in all living things, and it is said to be the source of power for martial artists.

When a martial artist consumes meat that contains spiritual qi, the qi is absorbed into their body and can help to strengthen their own qi. In this case, the heat that Xua Yan was feeling was a result of his body absorbing the spiritual qi from the beast meat and using it to strengthen his own qi.

As he continued to cultivate, Xua Yan would be able to harness this newly acquired spiritual energy to further improve his martial arts skills. With consistent practice and a steady supply of spiritual qi, he would be able to reach higher levels of cultivation and become a stronger martial artist.

It is important to note that not all types of meat contain spiritual qi, and the quality and quantity of spiritual qi can vary depending on the source. It takes skill and experience to identify which types of meat contain spiritual qi and how to properly consume it for maximum benefit. Xua Yan's experience and knowledge in hunting and cultivation would prove invaluable in this regard. According to his experience the stronger the beast, the better energy it will provide for cultivation of martial arts.

As Xua Yan cultivated and circulated his qi, his body began to undergo a transformation. The high potency of the energy he had absorbed from the beast meat caused his skin to crack, and blood began to flow out of it. The intense heat generated by the spiritual qi caused his body to perspire profusely.

Despite the discomfort, Xua Yan continued to cultivate his qi, and his body began ti adapted to the energy flow. The blood that was flowing out of his body was mixed with impurities, but his body was continually generating new, better blood that was keeping up with lost blood. This was a sign that his cultivation was progressing and his body was purifying itself.

As he continued to meditate and practice his cultivation techniques, Xua Yan's body began to transform further. His muscles became denser and more defined, and his bones grew stronger. The impurities in his blood were gradually eliminated, and the new blood that replaced it was purer and more potent.

After sometime the cracks in his skin began to heal, and his body became more resilient to the intense spiritual energy coursing through it. Xua Yan's physical strength increased, and his senses became sharper. He could feel the flow of energy around him more keenly, and he was able to sense the presence of various type of energy from greater distances.

Xua Yan's cultivation was a grueling process, but he persevered through the pain and discomfort. He knew that the rewards of his efforts would be worth it, and that his body and mind would become stronger than ever before. Despite the pain and discomfort that came with this process, Xua Yan was determined to continue. As he continued to refine his qi, he could feel himself reaching new heights of power and understanding.