Chapter 48
The melodic symphony of chirping birds orchestrated a perfect rhythm in the tranquil embrace of the Outer Disciple Courtyard. A gentle breeze caressed the long, silken strands of a young man who slumbered peacefully, his breath mirroring the serene stillness of a quiet lake.
His countenance, bathed in the soft glow of morning light, radiated a celestial beauty, reminiscent of the revered Zhang Feng's scripture, which delved into the very essence of Qi within the Tai Chi branch.
Amidst this peaceful scene, any observer, especially a woman, would find themselves enchanted by the innocent allure of his sleeping visage. However, the serene ambiance gave way to a subtle disturbance as the bed beneath him stirred.
His eyes, adorned with half-lidded crimson orbs, gracefully unveiled themselves, meeting the rays of light streaming through the window. "Morning already, huh?" The familiar voice belonged to none other than Ji Wuye.
With the waking world gradually enveloping him, Ji Wuye felt the weight on his mind lift, leaving his head refreshingly light and his thoughts crystal clear.
Tidying his slightly disheveled robe, he seated himself on the bed, scrutinizing his reflection in the ancient bronze mirror before him. A smile, like a subtle ripple on a placid pond, curved at the corner of his lips as he inspected his face with keen interest.
"My skin is acquiring a newfound smoothness; perhaps the daily practice of the Healing Primer Art is bearing fruit." He shook his head in mild disbelief before proceeding to summon his stats, a routine that had become an integral part of his mornings.
STATUS SCREEN
[->] Name: Ji Wuye
[->] Level: 14
[->] Strength: 52
[->] Agility: 51
[->] Qi: 46
[*] Skills:
- Quick Adaptation(E)
- Healing Art Primer(1st)(E)
- Cloudsoaring Steps(2nd)(E)
- Pulse of Blade Sword Art(1st)(??)
- Deflecting Blows(E)
- Pressure Form Perfection Style(D)
Everything unfolded as anticipated, maintaining an air of normalcy that wrapped around Ji Wuye like a familiar cloak.
The Cloudsoaring Steps had gracefully ascended to the 2nd stage. Meanwhile, the Healing Art Primer lingered at the 1st stage, with an intuitive sense that a few more rounds of practice would propel it forward.
"I hope so... the martial art seemed deceptively simple at first, but the deeper I delve into it, the more intricate it becomes, especially when it comes to the alchemy of transforming regular Qi into healing Qi."
As these contemplative words escaped his lips, Ji Wuye's brows furrowed in concentration, refocusing on the trio of main attributes. Strength, Agility, and Qi stood as pillars of his newfound prowess, each surpassing the benchmarks of his previous life at the same timeline.
A hasty calculation hinted that they stood equal to or slightly above the standards of a 4th realm martial artist in his past existence. Typically, the average stats for such a martial artist hovered around 40+ for each attribute when engaging in combat without relying on specific martial arts techniques.
However, times had changed.
"Ugh... I forgot to purchase that potion." A deep sigh, tinged with regret, echoed in the room as he dismissed the transparent screen that showcased his attributes.
The forgotten potion could have doubled the efficacy of his training, a missed opportunity due to the overwhelming array of skills provided by his privilege. The blame rested squarely on his shoulders, having invested too much time in scrutinizing each skill, only to realize their significance now.
Now, with the imposing presence of the Tower, the average stats of 4th realm martial artists should hover around 50+ or be on par with his own achievements—a direct result of the Tower's generous rewards for clearing the formidable challenges it presented.
"But that's the norm for a regular martial artist. When it comes to geniuses..." He mused, his thoughts drifting to his Senior Sister, Lian Rougang.
Despite existing in the same realm, her stats had already surpassed the 40+ mark, and in some cases, even reached an impressive 50+. This remarkable feat could be attributed to her initial realm being 4th or above before the Tower's enigmatic arrival.
Should Lian Rougang have attained a feat as rare and remarkable as Ji Wuye, her stats would likely soar to the impressive range of 60-70+.
Yet, these speculations were mere assumptions. Could it be that in this altered timeline, geniuses like Du Che hadn't managed to replicate their exceptional feats?
"Heh, that's just my delusional thinking," he sarcastically remarked, realizing the futility of such musings.
The truth remained that these remarkable individuals had achieved greatness in the previous timeline, so it was only logical to expect similar triumphs in this iteration.
Regret lingered as Ji Wuye pondered the missed opportunity of forgetting to purchase the potent potion. With its aid and the unique Wudang training style, his strength and agility might have soared to 60 or even beyond.
"But well... I possess Du Chen's skill now; it's only a matter of time."
As he concluded his contemplation, a resonant voice shattered the stillness, echoing across the sect.
"Outer Disciple Ji Wuye! Come to the Central Courtyard immediately!"
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