Chapter 55: Humanoid Regulator
Chapter 55: Humanoid Regulator
Inside the blood source room, the array patterns on the surrounding metal walls had fully lit up, reaching maximum pressure.
Xue Ruyan could clearly feel the resistance occurring within her body.
This kind of high-pressure environment was actually harmful to the body.
However, it was precisely this damage that triggered the body's natural response, forcing it to resist and adapt.
The process of confrontation was also the process of tempering the body.
If the 0th level of health care focused on laying the foundation, then the 1st level of awakening was about building the structure.
Tempering the body was secondary; the primary goal was refining the meridians and dantian.
Only when the meridians and dantian were strengthened enough could one withstand the surge of blood and qi needed for formal cultivation.
But in such a high-pressure environment, even moving was a struggle.
Blood and energy burst forth from Xue Ruyan's body as she was bathed in a crimson glow.
Fortunately, her profession as a Qi Refiner gave her a balanced development of both external and internal blood energy.
After a short period of adjustment, the massive blood energy stored in her body—thanks to Jiang Tian's cooking—finally ignited, rapidly refining her body.
Eventually, she adapted to the high-pressure environment, managing to stand straight and move slowly.
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Meanwhile, Jiang Tian…
In front of her, Jiang Tian was performing a one-handed handstand.
His other hand was placed behind his back, his body perfectly balanced.
Then, his legs swung backward, seamlessly transitioning into a series of backflips.
Finally, he executed a mid-air horizontal spin, landing effortlessly.
"…"
Xue Ruyan, who was still struggling to breathe under the immense pressure, twitched her eyebrows.
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The Problem?
"No, Xue."
Jiang Tian shook his head and walked up to her.
"I still don't feel anything. I'm afraid the Level 2 Blood Source Room is useless for me."
Although he couldn't measure his exact physical stats, Jiang Tian could sense his condition.
His Blood Abyss Furnace Technique was running automatically, continuously tempering his body.
However, his growth rate was slowing down.
His foundation was too strong, and the pressure from the blood source room simply wasn't enough to stimulate any further improvement.
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Xue Ruyan Was Speechless
The high pressure in the blood source room was all-encompassing.
It didn't just press against the body from the outside—it permeated the internal organs as well.
This immediate and intense stimulation was the reason why blood source rooms were so effective.
It was also why their usage fees were astronomical and why Level 2 and higher blood source rooms were strictly controlled by the Tang Kingdom.
At that moment, Xue Ruyan was drenched in sweat, her breathing labored.
Yet Jiang Tian had just completed a full gymnastics routine without breaking a sweat.
This…
This wasn't just talent.
This was monstrous.
No wonder he had boldly claimed that no one in the country could match him.
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A Waste of a Reward?
"What a pity."
Xue Ruyan sighed, looking at Jiang Tian regretfully.
"Your reward is completely wasted."
He had fought hard to win first place, yet this training facility had zero effect on him.
Jiang Tian frowned, thinking.
"If passive training doesn't work, what about active training?"
Suddenly, his expression changed.
Boom!
At such close range, Xue Ruyan clearly heard a deep rumbling from within Jiang Tian's body.
It wasn't from the blood source room.
It was coming from him.
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Blood Abyss Furnace—Full Power
Almost instantly, Jiang Tian's skin turned a deep crimson.
His blood surged like boiling mercury.
The immense energy stored in his body was rapidly burning, fueling his refinement.
At the same time, the entire blood source room seemed to change.
The high-pressure spiritual energy inside began flowing toward Jiang Tian, as if pulled by an invisible force.
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"Student Jiang, Stop!"
Xue Ruyan's expression changed drastically.
"The pressure here is too high! If you actively absorb it, something bad will happen!"
This had happened before.
Someone once tried to cultivate directly inside a blood source room.
They couldn't handle the intensity… and exploded.
Their blood and flesh painted the chamber red.
No matter how strong Jiang Tian was, this was suicide!
Sure enough, his muscles immediately tensed, and small wounds started appearing on his skin.
However, just as Xue Ruyan thought disaster had struck, she witnessed something unbelievable.
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Unbelievable Regeneration
Jiang Tian's muscles contracted instantly, sealing the wounds before they could bleed.
The ruptures in his skin closed at an unnatural speed.
The entire blood source room now had a spiritual vortex centered around him.
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"It's Working"
"The effect is actually really good."
Jiang Tian gritted his teeth through the pain but barely even frowned.
The efficiency of converting high-pressure spiritual energy into blood energy was low—only 10% of what he absorbed could be used.
However, the body-tempering effect was doubled.
His only limitation was energy depletion.
Jiang Tian sighed regretfully.
"If only I had food. Then I could keep this up for much longer."
At this rate, he could last about an hour before his stored blood energy ran out.
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"Are You Okay?"
Xue Ruyan hesitated.
Despite his wounds and the immense strain, Jiang Tian looked… fine?
His expression was calm, and his breathing was steady.
"It feels great. The only issue is that I'm running low on energy."
Then, he turned to her with a serious expression.
"By the way, Xue, do you think I could bring a pot in here?"
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"…Are You Planning to Cook in the Blood Source Room?"
Xue Ruyan stared at him in disbelief.
Jiang Tian thought about it and nodded.
"Actually, there's no need to cook here. I just need to bring pre-prepared food next time."
Xue Ruyan looked at him for a long time before bursting into laughter.
"Only Jiang Tian could say something like this."
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An Unexpected Discovery
Jiang Tian suddenly noticed something.
He looked at Xue Ruyan and frowned.
"Wait… Xue, you seem much more relaxed. Is it because of me?"
She was momentarily stunned.
Upon carefully sensing her body, she realized that the pressure had suddenly dropped.
Jiang Tian looked concerned.
"Did I interfere with your training? Should I stop?"
He was prepared to deactivate his technique.
However, Xue Ruyan's eyes widened.
"No, Student Jiang! The effect… seems even better now!"