Chapter 63

Certainly! Here's a revised version of the passage:

To become stronger, Xiao Guiji was relentlessly dedicated. But beyond personal reasons, it was for the sake of martial arts, to live up to his leadership!

Lu Luzheng and Li Qingyang weren't idle either, whether in formation practice or the training room.

The fervor of the twenty-five disciples boosted the martial atmosphere, pushing many to work harder in their cultivation, sometimes even skipping meals.

Could their nutrition keep up?

Had they been in another sect, such frenzied practice for days would likely have led to early physical breakdown. But at the Iron Bone Sect, they had Liu Wanshi.

This master chef ensured their nutrition was top-notch, crafting optimal diets that enhanced their bodies.

"Beep."

Xi Jun often laughed, seated in front of the main hall, snacking contentedly while observing his disciples train. "Thanks to your meals, they haven't collapsed yet."

Liu Wanshi chuckled, poking fun, "Master, just doing my duty."

Xi Jun often laughed, munching on another snack, then clapped his hands. "Soon, I'll take you in."

"Really?"

"Yes."

Liu Wanshi jumped joyfully. She had always aspired to be a disciple of the Iron Bone Sect, not just a master chef.

"Ding!"

"Xi Tianhao has cut 500 kilograms of grass to complete the martial mission."

"Ding!"

"Martial contribution: 53/100."

"Martial achievements: 91/100."

Disciples in Qingyang Village continued to fulfill their tasks diligently, nearing completion with achievement scores nearing 100.

"Six tasks remain. They should all be done tomorrow to max out the achievements."

When achievement points hit full, martial arts advancements unlocked. This not only expanded disciple limits but also unlocked the Alchemy Pavilion.

The next day,

Eight days remained until the martial arts competition.

The twenty-five disciples persisted in their grueling training. Jun Chang often laughed, not one to idle, dedicated to his Yijinjing practice daily.

It had become his routine, jogging and training every free moment, subtly transforming his body, blood, and internal organs.

"Ding!"

"Li Tianwen has gathered twenty barrels of water to complete the martial mission."

"Ding!"

"Martial contribution: 62/100."

"Martial achievements: 100/100."

"Full!"

Jun Chang often laughed, pausing his practice to check the property panel. He saw the [Upgradeable] button next to "Martial Construction: Level 1."

Click.

"Ding!"

"Martial arts construction upgraded to Level 2!"

"Raises the cap for members, contribution value, and achievement value!"

"Alchemy Pavilion unlocked!"

Jun Chang often smiled as the data panel updated:

School Name: Iron Bone Martial Arts School

School Leader: Jun Chang often laughs

School Level: Ninth Rank

School Construction: Level 2

School Function: Alchemy Pavilion

School Cultivation Method: Yijinjing [Preliminary Level of Divine Product]

School Members: 100/500

Martial Contribution Value: 62/500

Achievement Value: 0/500

School Mission: None

Mainline Mission: Omitted for brevity

From the data updates, upgrading the martial arts construction to Level 2 increased member, contribution, and achievement limits to 500, clearing the previous achievement value.

"Hey."

Xi Jun often smiled and shook his head. "Even with full contribution value, I still can't afford mid-level goods."

System prompt: "The primary focus should be on the Alchemy Pavilion. It's the greatest benefit from the construction upgrade."

"Good point."

Jun Chang often laughed, considering, then clicked on the Alchemy Pavilion. A new interface appeared, featuring a three-dimensional Dan furnace, shaped like a gourd.

"Oh."

He smirked, murmuring, "Is this a Dan furnace? It looks like a hologram."

Underneath the Dan furnace were listings for four types of elixirs.

Jun Chang often laughed, focusing on the first one: "Healing Dan (First Level Product)!"

"No way, isn't this the elixir from the mall?"

System explained: "Elixirs available in the market can also be refined in the Alchemy Pavilion."

"This is great!" Jun Chang often laughed, overjoyed.

Though the mall's Healing Dan was potent, limited purchases and waiting times were inconvenient. Refining it bypassed both, saving contribution points and waiting.

"How do I make it?"

"Click on 'Refine Elixir.'"

Jun Chang often laughed, focusing on Healing Dan (First Level Product). A pop-up panel appeared, detailing:

Medicinal Name: Healing Dan (First Level Product)

Effect: When consumed by injured warriors or martial artists, it accelerates recovery as long as there's breath.

Ingredients: Green Leaf Peony 0/3, Red Lotus Leaf 0/3, Earth Fruit 0/1

Status: Insufficient materials; "Refine" button inactive.

Jun Chang often laughed: "I understand the ingredients, but what are these materials?"

System clarified: "On the Starfall Continent, only with a Tinder can one brew elixirs. The host needs not only materials but also a Tinder."

"Where do I get a Tinder?" Jun Chang often laughed.

System informed: "Many intense Fires scattered across the Starfall Continent. The host can search or purchase them directly from the mall."

"I'm focused on martial arts. I'd rather buy one from the mall than search."

System advised: "As the martial arts upgraded to Level 2, a specialized Tinder has been pre-purchased. Check the previously acquired items."

"Should have said so earlier!"

Jun Chang often laughed, quickly opening the mall. A previously purchased item listed a cluster of flames, named "Exquisite Fire," priced at 50 contribution points.

"So expensive?" Jun Chang widened his eyes. With only 62 points, buying Exquisite Fire would almost wipe him out.

System explained: "Exquisite Fire is essential for refining. Host should buy five."

"Another five..." Jun Chang rolled his eyes, knowing the system's suggestions were wise. But he postponed purchasing.

After all, the martial arts competition was imminent. It was prudent to save his points for emergencies.

Besides, already purchased items wouldn't disappear. He could buy them anytime.

Jun Chang often laughed, considering the three other elixirs. Next was "Fortify Dan (First Level Product)," enhancing physical strength.

Then "Energy Dan," identical to a mall purchase but needing more ingredients than Healing Dan.

Lastly, "Cyclone Dan," boosting a 12th-Rank martial artist's spiritual force condensation success by 50%.

If not for limited contribution points, Jun Chang would've bought Exquisite Fire immediately and found the ingredients for refining.

"Ding!"

"Side mission triggered!"

Jun Chang often laughed, ignoring his contribution value. Intrigued, he returned to the main property panel.

Side Mission: Neutralize 0/3 Assassins [Elite Mission] targeting the host in the shadows.

"Whoosh!"

Jun Chang often jumped from his seat, hand on the desert eagle at his waist, scanning alertly. "An assassin aims for me?"

At that moment, he noticed a wisp of dust falling from above, quickly looking up. His pupils dilated suddenly.

"Bang!"

A loud noise rang out in the hall, nearly startling the practicing disciples into falling over.