pertwk Chapter 64 Introduction to Tendon Refining, Spirit Ape Arm Extension
Chapter 64 Introduction to Tendon Refining, Spirit Ape Arm Extension
With the Sword Forging Manor in charge, the area within ten miles of Qinglan Mountain is generally peaceful, and few people dare to cause trouble nearby.
Chen Yu proceeded smoothly and soon entered the manor.
Back in his dormitory, after closing the doors and windows, he began to take stock of what he had gained on the trip.
First, there were the venom sacs of two abyssal worms, a bottle of bloodthirsty vine juice, and a piece of blood-patterned meteorite iron.
All of these are materials needed for refining the Deer-Slaying Knife towards the Blood-Drinking direction.
The amount of these materials was just right, neither too much nor too little.
Then there is the Ahura statue, a powerful but somewhat damaged artifact.
The equipment requirements include basic knowledge of the ancient Sassanid language, followed by seven days of morning prayers before the idol.
There are only two conditions in total, neither of which are particularly difficult to meet.
It's just a new language; as long as you can find a teacher, you can always learn it.
As for morning prayers, that's even less of a concern.
There are no restrictions on the content of your prayers; just say whatever comes to mind.
Apart from these, the other items are not very useful.
Comparatively, Chen Yu was more interested in the two cultivation techniques.
The "Nine Revolutions Poison Dragon Technique" is an extremely rare anti-poison technique. Once mastered, attacks can also carry a certain degree of toxicity.
It looks wonderful, but the conditions for cultivation are quite harsh.
One must complete at least the fifth stage of body refinement before one can begin cultivation.
Otherwise, one's physical strength is insufficient to withstand the tempering of the body by poison.
If one rashly engages in cultivation, at best the skin and flesh will be corroded and the meridians destroyed; at worst, the poison will attack the heart, leading to sudden death.
It was precisely because of the harsh conditions required for cultivation that Luang Phor was never able to complete the practice.
Otherwise, it's not certain that I would have been able to win her over so easily.
Thinking about this, Chen Yu felt a wave of fear wash over him.
There are too many masters in the martial arts world, and they are all ruthless.
If it weren't for the men in black escorting him all the way, he probably would have been fighting a bloody battle on all sides.
Chen Yu believed he still had enough cards to play.
The Deer-Slaying Knife is extremely powerful; in a real fight, you might not necessarily suffer much loss.
If all else fails, I'll transform into a ferocious beast and kill them all.
The people who came to assassinate me today are at most at the Tendon Refining Realm.
Xu Lingyan, the leader of the Cold Crow Cult whom Chen Yu killed earlier, was a martial artist at the Tendon Refining Realm.
Based on that experience, he had a general idea of the level of a martial artist in the Tendon Refining Realm.
In terms of strength, it's only about 100 to 200 pounds more.
The main difference lies in speed and explosive power.
Although the opponent is a whole realm higher than me, as long as I go all out, defeating them is not a difficult task.
Although I am not afraid of fighting opponents of a higher level, there are always risks involved.
This time, only those at the Tendon Refining Realm came; I could barely handle them.
If the next assassin is a Bone Refinement Realm killer, will I still be able to survive?
Chen Yu then thought of the black-clad men who were escorting him; killing a martial artist at the Tendon Refining Realm was as easy as killing a wild dog.
If such a terrifying being were to target me, what could I possibly use to fight back?
If I were to actually make a move, I'd probably be dead by now.
The more Chen Yu thought about it, the more alarmed he became. He realized he was still too weak.
"Get stronger, you must become stronger!"
Only by becoming stronger than the enemy can one survive in life-or-death situations!
Stopping his random thoughts, Chen Yu immediately found the "Five Spirits Nourishing Life Technique" and prepared to begin cultivating the Tendon Refining Realm.
Open the "Five Spirits Nourishing Life Exercise" and find the chapter on "Spirit Ape Nourishing Life Exercise" that corresponds to the Tendon Refining Realm.
The opening image is a diagram of the "muscles and tendons throughout the body".
The twelve main tendons of the human body are marked in vermilion ink in the diagram, with small text added beside them:
"The tendons are the pivot of strength."
"Long tendons mean great strength, flexible tendons mean long life; the secret of the ape lies in this."
"The tendons of the Foot Taiyang meridian originate from the little toe and terminate at the buttock; the tendons of the Hand Taiyang meridian originate from the little finger and terminate at the wrist."
"The twelve meridians and tendons of the human body are like twelve pivots, connecting the bones, moving the joints, and controlling movement."
"When the twelve tendons are unblocked, the body becomes like a monkey, able to climb and leap with ease."
Further down, you'll find the specific cultivation methods for these twelve major tendons.
"The key to the twelve major tendons lies in the two words 'extend' and 'suspend.' 'Extend' makes the tendons longer, and 'suspend' makes the tendons more resilient."
"I observed the white ape climbing and realized this principle: the ape's arms reach past its knees not because its bones are long, but because its tendons are long; the ape's body is light and agile not because it has little flesh, but because its tendons are flexible. Therefore, the ape's skill focuses on training the tendons of the three yang and three yin meridians of the hands and feet, and also trains the remaining tendons throughout the body."
I quickly finished reading all the content and memorized most of the key points.
Chen Yu got out of bed, found a secluded spot, and officially began practicing his martial arts.
【Technique Section (Tier 2 15%)】
[Exercise Method]: Five Elements Nourishing Life Exercise - Spirit Ape Chapter
[Quality]: Superior Tier 1
[Status]: Equipped
[Progress]: First floor (0/100)
[Equipment Requirements]: None
[Equipment Effect]: Cultivation will surely lead to success, once proven, forever, progress is visible, cultivation efficiency +40%.
Chen Yu closed his eyes and first recalled the principles of the Spirit Ape Skill.
The book says: "The sinews are like the bowstring of the human body."
"The bones are the bow arms, the flesh is the bow handle, the blood is the bow strength, and the spirit is the bow's momentum. When all four are present, only when the tendons are stretched can the bow and arrow be drawn."
"That means the human body is like a bow."
"The bones are the bow's arms, the frame for accumulating power; the muscles are the grip on the bow handle; the blood and qi are the force for drawing the bow; and the gaze is the aiming posture for the bow."
"Whether this bow can ultimately shoot an arrow depends entirely on the 'sinew' of the bowstring."
"If the tendons are not stretched, the bow is dead. Only by tauting the tendons can the strength of the whole body be gathered into one point in an instant."
Chen Yu understood immediately.
"It seems that the so-called Spirit Ape Skill is practiced using this bowstring."
After mastering the principles of cultivation, Chen Yu took a body-strengthening pill and began practicing each move of the Spirit Ape Skill.
The Spirit Ape Skill is divided into twelve levels and has thirty-two moves, ranging from easy to difficult. Each move is designed to refine the meridians and tendons of the entire body.
"First move: The ape offers fruit."
"Second move, the ape sways to the side."
"The third move, the leaping ape."
"The fourth move, the ape swings on the branch."
"Fifth move: The clever monkey picks the peach."
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During the practice, Chen Yu clearly felt that the major tendons in his back were being stretched like a bowstring.
When the tendons were first stretched, there was no feeling of comfort, but rather a tearing pain.
"It's normal for it to hurt; pain means that muscles are growing."
The method of practicing the Spirit Ape Skill is "three relaxations and one tightening".
Relax your muscles when you inhale, and tighten them when you exhale. Repeat this three times. On the fourth exhale, deepen your breath by one degree.
Throughout the entire training process, the tension on the major tendons continuously increases. They must be stretched and contracted repeatedly in order to achieve the training effect.
If practicing martial arts doesn't hurt, then you're most likely practicing it incorrectly.
When a major tendon is subjected to stress, deforms, or even breaks and needs repair, there will inevitably be a painful process.
After completing a set of Spirit Ape Techniques, Chen Yu felt sore all over and was drenched in sweat.
However, the flow of qi and blood was very smooth, and my mental state was also refreshed.
Let's take another look at the training methods section.
[Exercise Method]: Five Elements Nourishing Life Exercise - Spirit Ape Chapter
[Progress]: First floor (40/100)
After practicing it just once, I gained a full 40 experience points.
"Tsk tsk, this is truly a fine cultivation technique. Not only are there no special requirements for its cultivation, but progress is also extremely rapid. It was worth the hefty price I paid to acquire it!"
Chen Yu sighed briefly and continued practicing a second and third time.
[Five Elements Nourishing Life Exercise - Spirit Ape Chapter: Experience Points +40]
[Five Elements Nourishing Life Exercise - Spirit Ape Chapter: Experience Points +40]
It took an hour and a half to complete the entire practice of the technique three times, and he directly broke through from the first level to the second level of the Spirit Ape Technique.
The first level of the Spirit Ape Skill trains the Hand Taiyin Great Tendon, one of the six meridians of the upper limbs.
This tendon originates in the middle burner, descends to connect with the large intestine, emerges laterally from the lung system under the armpit, and ends at the tip of the big toe.
Once this most basic tendon is trained, it marks the beginning of the entry level of the Tendon Refining Realm.
The breakthrough from the Perfection of the Flesh Refining Realm to the Beginner Level of the Tendon Refining Realm represents a major advancement in martial arts.
With the breakthrough in his cultivation level, the talent panel reappeared before Chen Yu's eyes.
The equipment effect of the talent "Rebirth" has been triggered again.
[Talent Slot (Tier 1 56%)]
[Talent]: A complete transformation
[Equipment Effect]: Body Refinement Technique cultivation efficiency +50%. Each breakthrough will cause the physical body to mutate, permanently increasing the upper limit of physique!
[This physical mutation has granted the 'Spirit Ape Arm']
【Characteristics】: 1. Instinctive ape arm; 2. Long arms past the knees; 3. Supernatural ability to reach through the arms; 4. Agile ape posture.
[Ape Arm Instinct]: 1. Unlocks the "Hang" action, allowing you to stay in the air briefly, for a maximum of 3 seconds; 2. Balance +25%, and fall damage taken is reduced by 12% when falling from the air.
[Long Arms Over Knees]: Arm span exceeds the racial limit, attack range +10%, pickup distance +15%.
【Tongbi Shentong】: 1. Both arms can be controlled independently, achieving the effect of "amicable combat"; 2. It can ward off negative effects such as frozen shoulder, joint adhesions, and shoulder numbness and tingling.
【Ape Stance】: 1. After jumping, you can roll to cancel the after-stun and enter the "Ape Stance" the moment you land; 2. In the "Ape Stance", your movement speed is increased by 30% and you have 0.1 seconds of invincibility frames with each dodge; 3. The "Ape Stance" lasts for a maximum of 10 seconds and can be triggered once every hour.
[Comment]: In the past, I could barely raise my hand above the sky; today, I can reach for the stars and touch the heavens.
Just after reading the details of this mutation, Chen Yu heard a "crack" sound from his shoulders, as if something had loosened.
Then came a series of slight noises.
It starts at the shoulder, moves to the elbow, then to the wrist, and finally to the fingertips.
Chen Yu stopped moving, his arms hanging down naturally, his fingers touching below his knees.
Previously, his fingertips could only reach the outside of his thighs.
Chen Yu was somewhat surprised by such a drastic change.
Fortunately, no one was around. Chen Yu walked to the wall and roughly measured its length.
The left arm, from the acromion to the tip of the middle finger, is about three feet nine inches long, and the right arm is about three feet eight and a half inches long.
Chen Yu tried taking a few more steps, swinging his arms much more widely, but his shoulders and back felt exceptionally relaxed.
He looked up at the rising sun, then at his own hands.
My fingers also seem to have grown longer than before.
The joints are clearly defined, and you can see slightly protruding blue veins under the skin, but it's not jarring; it just looks like the body is full of blood and energy.
"What a wonderful 'Ape-like Arm Strength Exercise'! It genuinely improves physical health!"
"Unlike the previous 'Black Cloak Bear Skin' and 'Kui Niu Ghost Back', 'Spirit Ape Arm' is not a combat state, but several permanent passive effects, which are permanent modifications to the body."
Chen Yu was overjoyed and walked to the wall again, preparing to see if it would help him climb over it.
Before he could climb over the wall, a deep voice came from the doorway.
"Junior brother, so you've been here!"
Chen Yu turned around and saw that the person who came was none other than his senior sister, Luo Ninghai.
"Why is Senior Sister here?"
Luo Ninghai stepped forward, grabbed Chen Yu, and then walked out.
"You haven't had breakfast yet, have you? I have something to discuss with you. Let's talk at the cafeteria."
The two of them, one in front of the other, quickly arrived at the canteen.
Fang Ke and Ouyang Qing were sitting at the wooden table, clearly having been waiting for a while.
After Chen Yu arrived, Ouyang Qing got up and served him a bowl of rice.
It's topped with spicy and sour shredded radish and a few slices of oily pork belly.
"Junior brother, please sit down first. Let's eat and talk."
Chen Yu took the rice bowl, sat down, and prepared to eat.
Looking at his two long arms, Ouyang Qing suddenly fell into confusion.
"Junior brother, I never knew your arms were this long!"
Luo Ninghai was eating heartily when he heard this, and only then did he look up at Chen Yu.
"It seems a bit long. Was it this long before?"
She rested her chin on her hand, trying hard to recall what Chen Yu used to be like.
After thinking about it for a long time, I still couldn't see anything wrong with it.
"That's probably how it is. It's just that we haven't paid enough attention to our junior brother and haven't discovered that he has this special talent."
Just as Chen Yu was about to say something, Fang Ke spoke up again.
"Alright, enough of this nonsense, let's get down to business."
He turned to Chen Yu, his expression still meticulous.
"Junior brother, I've arranged everything you asked me to do."
"We applied for a work shed at the Intermediate People's Court and erected a main furnace and two auxiliary furnaces, all in the standard style of the mountain resort."
"As for raw materials, refined iron, brass and other ores are supplied by the Central Court's main mine warehouse in a quota of 300 catties per month, at the same price as those inside the resort."
"As for charcoal, I think it's best to buy it from the charcoal merchant 'Songshi Ji.' The quality is the same, but the price is 10% cheaper. What do you think, junior brother?"
Chen Yu nodded in agreement.
After receiving an affirmative answer, Fang Ke continued his story.
"I believe that the main focus of the crow-cutting furnace should currently be on making agricultural tools, including kitchen knives, hoes, door knockers, and plowshares."
"Although these items are difficult to price up, they are in high demand every day, so there is no worry about sales, and they are also very safe."
"Secondly, we can also forge some weapons, such as daggers, goose-feather sabers, and wrought iron longswords, which are common items and not under the control of the manor."
"I have old friends in the Mingwei Escort Agency and the Huaizhou Chamber of Commerce. If we need to forge weapons, I can ask them to help me find sales channels."
Fang Ke paused here, lowering his voice slightly.
"It's best not to produce too much weaponry; one or two tenths is enough."
"While weapons can be highly profitable, they also carry considerable risks."
"Although our accounts are self-funded, the Foreign Affairs Office still sends someone to audit them every month. If someone tries to tamper with them, it could cause some trouble."
"So, for now, it's best if we only do the agricultural machinery business, which has no risk. We can consider the weapons business later when we're more experienced. What do you think, junior brother?"
Chen Yu thought it made sense.
"As Senior Brother Fang said, we should prioritize stability in everything we do."
"Okay, let's do it this way for now."
Fang Ke finished speaking before continuing to eat.
Chen Yu had finished eating while he was speaking.
"By the way, fellow senior brothers and sisters, you are all very knowledgeable, have you ever heard of Old Sassanid?"
"Ancient Sassanid? What's that?"
Ouyang Qing's beautiful eyes were filled with confusion.
"I think I've heard of it before, but I forget where? Or perhaps in which book?"
Fang Ke put down his chopsticks and pondered deeply.
Suddenly, Luo Ninghai slammed the rough pottery bowl down on the table with a loud "bang".
Then he quickly stood up, walked to Chen Yu's side, and said loudly:
"Junior brother, you've come to the right person this time. Your senior sister actually knows a little about the ancient Sassanid language!"