29 Learning The Basics

The shameless dragon's face of shamelessness is slowly removed as a rare solemnness can be seen. "If you're really that serious about killing this dragon of antiquity…then be prepared to face this one's wrath!" From within the depths of the dragon, a subtle roar can be heard. While it is extremely low, almost unnoticeable, this roar seems to come from the deepest abyss in existence.

The child like body of Long Shenyuan emits popping sounds as if within him, a true dragon of the deepest and most terrifying realm has awakened from it slumber; an aura of an extremely wicked and malicious entity can be felt. "I'll let you experience the full strength of this dragon of antiquity's new found bloodline!"

Black scales with a red outline cover the child body of the dragon as the bloodline power emitting from him increases exponentially. Hei calmly observes this transformation without a single bit of emotion as if this has nothing to do with him at all. Not even a small look of considering can be seen on his face.

Very quickly, his body has transformed into a state resembling a humanoid dragon. The dragon one again forms a dark hole in his hand which is now being fueled by his bloodline. Hei looks on the new dark hole and realizes that it seems totally different! Before, it seemed like a vortex which spins but now, it doesn't seem to spin at al.

However, for some reason, it gives him the feeling of devouring more than the previous attacks. The more he looks, the more he realizes that it actually resembles an actual black hole! While he isn't afraid, Hei actually observes cautiously as the bloodline power of the dragon seems to skyrocket without end.

"So this is your bloodline power huh." The shameless dragon's face changes to one of complacency as it exclaims, "Take my attack little monster!" It launches its movement technique and quickly approaches Hei. This time, his movement technique seems much more powerful as it seems as if he teleported to Hei instantly. Hei's eyes widen as he attempts to galvanize his bloodline's power to defend himself.

Barely making it, Hei manages to just swing his hand which formed a quickly made vortex of thunder-fire to clash with the black hole attack. Due to the spinning motion of the vortex and the explosive nature of the combined elements, Hei anticipates this should give enough time to gather his footing.

Reality proves otherwise however when he notices that his attack is being devoured at a quick pace, his face slightly becomes ugly. Without hesitation, he launches his movement technique and tries to escape. The shameless dragon smiles even more and a powerful suction force locks down Hei without delay. This slows him down by more than half.

Hei forces himself to move away from the dragon. Riiiip~ The sound of ripping can be heard as a sharp pain inundates Hei's hand. The dragon doesn't ease up the pressure and actually launches his movement technique before Hei even fully arrives at his destination. Not only does he meet him, he greets him kindly with a kick to the gut.

Hei is sent flying without mercy, the sound of bones breaking can be clearly heard. After skidding for over 100 meters, Hei finally comes to a stop. He wobbles a bit but manages to keep standing. His right arm which was used to attack is now twisted; the flesh previously on it has disappeared. That area of his robes has disappeared with his skin.

Multiple ribs seem to be broken from that kick to the gut. Furthermore, his pain constantly stings him all over his body. "Aaaaw, did dragon of antiquity act a bit too ruthless to the little kid? Come on, release the full power of your bloodline. Hold back and you will really die ya know."

Hei stares at the dragon, looking directly into his eyes. His pitch black eyes make him seem as emotionless as an inanimate object. Deep within these pitch black eyes, slowly, 2 different colors can be seen slowly interweaving. Around his body, a red-orange and deep purple energy slowly circulates. The missing skin on his hand slowly wriggles as it recovers.

His previously ragged breathing seems to calm down. If one was to look on Hei's previously ribs, they would notice that not only are they being mended quickly, they seem to glisten with a red-orange and purple glow. "That's all there is to your bloodline? I do not even need a single percent of my bloodline."

The dragon's previously shameless complacence turns to pure annoyance and anger. "You dare mock this dragon of antiquity? How dare you look down on this one's kindness? I guess it's true…some people just have to learn the hard way."

While no change happens to the dragon's energy levels, the air actually changes significantly. A chilling feeling permeates the air as everything seems to freeze. The souls of even some of the strongest would shake from this chilly air. In his mind, Hei thinks to himself, "He's serious…this is…Killing Intent…"

In a stone cold voice, the dragon slowly says, "You think because you are able to heal using bloodline power that you invincible? Heal, heal all you want. This dragon of antiquity will let you know what it is like to feel true pain."

In the small interval that Hei blinks, the dragon actually appears in front of him using his movement technique. His powerful fist coated in dragon scales swings right towards his gut. Without suspense, the fist crashes into Hei's gut. Surprisingly, he actually grits his teeth and stands firm. He actually holds onto the hand of the dragon, keeping him in place!

A demonic grin can be seen on Hei's face as his other hand gathers energy. He swings his fist towards the dragon angrily. The dragon struggles to get free which seems to be futile as Hei seems to be holding on with no intention of letting him go. The fist crashes into the dragon's face. Due to being covered with scales, it doesn't do much damage, jus the scales being slightly cracked.

The dragon glares hatefully at Hei. Instead of struggling to leave, it swings its other hand towards Hei, punching him right in the face! Hei kicks him in the side and releases his grasp on him. Instead of retreating, the dragon angrily returns pain to Hei in the form of another punch.

Fortunately, Hei actually blocks this fist and tries to punch the dragon in return. The dragon blocks this fist and swings his foot at Hei's face. Hei and the shameless dragon continue to exchange physical attacks without end. They keep at it until their energies are depleted fully. While the dragon maintained its bloodline to a greater extent for the most part, Hei constantly used his bloodline power in quick bursts.

This proved to be more effective in the long run since the dragon ran out of bloodline strength faster than Hei. However, due to Hei's constant losses, Hei's bloodline power was almost finished as well. They both sit in meditation, slowly recovering their strength.

After a day of recovery, Hei opens his eyes to see the dragon staring at him with a shameless smile. "Your potential isn't bad but you need actual techniques. While you can copy my dark vortex, it still isn't that helpful to you. A technique made by someone is more effective than one others made for them. Even this dark vortex was the first technique I created for myself as a child."

Hei looks on the dragon and slowly replies, "3 days...Give me 3 days and I'll make you run in fear." With that, he closes his eyes and enters his very familiar dimension of darkness. Without saying anything to anyone, he sits and thinks to himself.

"What would be a suitable technique for me? He is right about the dark vortex and even his movement technique. Even they don't teach me techniques and only give me the fundamentals." Hei ponders to himself until 2 voices echoes out simultaneously.

"Master, maybe we can be of assistance." Hei opens his eyes to see 2 entities made from darkness. The one on the right seems to constantly change in form, switching from a demonic cheetah to a demonic hawk then a demonic sailfish. The forms constantly flicker among each other at an almost illusory pace. The way the forms flicker seems to be extremely slow but the feeling of being unable to predict or reach such a speed seems to birth in one's mind when they observe it.

The other one seems to be amalgamation of many weapons. This spirit's body seems to be made of multiple weapons all around, its limbs and even heads is made of weapons. Furthermore, from its back, palms are actually protruding. Many different types of attack methods can be felt clearly diffusing from it.

Hei looks on both spirits carefully before nodding. "You're the embodiment of 'speed'…and you're the embodiment of 'technique' I assume." They both nod respectfully, "Master is very perceptive; we will be able to help Master to gain a basic understanding of movement and techniques on a whole."

"I will begin with movement first…" They both nod as the technique spirit moves to the side. The movement spirit says, "Speed and movement are 2 different concepts. They are interrelated but are not the same. Many cultivators make the assumption that a movement technique makes a person faster but this is in fact a terrible mistake. A movement is how someone travels while speed is how fast one travels."

Hei's eyes shine with a light of understanding. "Many do not realize this simple mistake even when they go as far as the transcendent step. This is because it is a misconception popular to cultivators. Similar to a person running, the direction and manner in which they run is the movement. They can run in a straight line or haphazardly. They can also combine this with the method of running on all 4 feet for example."

Hei listens keenly, not missing a single word being said. "Speed however is how fast these actions of movement can be done. Speed is not only done based on how fast the feet move but everything, from the mind to the energy in the body. Anything connected to speed works like this and are all interrelated."

The speed spirit then looks on the technique spirit and nods. "Master, my teachings are also simple. They can be easily combined with speed too. Techniques are not about creating an attack or defense. It is simply materializing the thoughts of a cultivator using astral essence."

"One cannot do a technique without controlling astral essence based on the specific technique. This can be from simply mounting a regular defense to actually go as far as creating fighting techniques. Depending on what one wants to do and the manner in which they plan to do it, then the appropriate level of control of astral energy is necessary. No element is truly supreme…It is all about control."

"A person using wind in the correct manner could easily defeat fire users. Always remember this concept Master. Elements and fancy attacks which use 'higher and purer laws' will never beat someone with extreme control over their technique; fuse that with the speed and movement and you can become unstoppable."

Hei nods as if he has finally understood what is being said. "No need to tell me how to do it exactly…just show me how you guys control energy and move along with launching techniques." They both nod calmly. First, the spirit related to movement stands to the side. "Master, watch carefully…no matter where you are, it will be related to 3 main concepts when moving."

Hei observes keenly, not wanting to miss a single part of this demonstration as he thinks to himself, after learning everything, I will definitely create my own techniques! That is definitely a fact that!