Chapter 15 - Black Forest Mountain Range

Time in the Great Zhou Institute flowed extremely fast. In the blink of an eye, half a month had passed.

Over this half a month, Zhou Yuan gradually grew accustomed to the training lifestyle in the A class. However, it was a pity that the Jade Spirit Waterfall training was no longer as effective after unblocking his third meridian channel. Though this was the case, his fourth meridian channel was gradually being unblocked with the aid of the quartz energy…

Completely opening the channel was only a matter of time.

He also had Yaoyao draw the Ice and Fire Genesis Gathering Rune which can be considered top tier amongst the grade 1 Genesis Runes on his body to benefit the quartz energy absorption.

Hundred Flower Brew was also given to Yaoyao as a bribe.

He also Drew the ruin of Su Youwei's body.

Even though Su Youwei was flustered she allowed Zhou Yuan to draw the rune.

Let's just say he saw some beautiful sight that day.

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1 Month later

Su Youwei had broken through the 5th meridian and Zhou Yuan's 4 meridian was also opened.

The sun rose into the sky as its rays enveloped the entire Great Zhou royal palace.

"Not bad. As expected of our Zhou clan's sacred dragon, you've opened your fourth meridian channel in such a short period." At the dining table, Zhou Qing watched Zhou Yuan drain a bowl of Nine Beast Soup with a face full of gratification.

Zhou Yuan cleaned out the entire bowl with a single gulp and began to feel a rising heat within his body. He licked his lips as he picked up a bowl of Mysterious Crystal Rice and wolfed it down together with the meticulously prepared Genesis Beast meat dish on the table.

As the quality of his body increased, more and more nutritious Genesis Beast meat was added to his diet to make up for the energy used during his daily training.

Only after finishing his food did Zhou Yuan finally smile at Zhou Qing. A short while later, the former regretfully shook his head and remarked, "However, the effectiveness of the Jade Spirit Waterfall is growing worse and worse. I need to think of other methods to quickly unblock my fifth meridian channel."

The difficulty of opening his channels was far higher than an ordinary person and normal methods would be far too time-consuming, something that he obviously could not afford.

A thoughtful look appeared on Zhou Qing's face when he heard this. By this point in time, he already knew that it was way harder for Zhou Yuan because it was the second time he had opened his channels.

"I have discussed it with Miss Yaoyao and she says she has some ideas to open my meridians more quickly", Zhou Yuan added.

Zhou Qing looked towards her in shock.

Yaoyao's face remained expressionless as she elaborated, "I know of a Genesis Rune called the Thirty-Six Beasts Channel Opening Rune. Using the blood of thirty-six kinds of grade 1 Genesis Beasts as an anchor, it can be inscribed on a person's body, allowing the person to borrow the savage energy within the Genesis Beasts' blood to unblock his channels."

"However, this method is somewhat dangerous. If one's will is not strong, the savage energy contained within the blood of the Genesis Beasts will sunder one's mind."

In simple terms, one would become nothing more than a simple fool.

The moment these words were said, Zhou Qing's and Qin Yu's expressions changed slightly.

"Father and mother need not worry, I have suffered from the pain brought by Dragon's Resentment poison, I can more than handle the savagery of a few grade 1 Genesis Beasts"

Qin Yu wanted to say something but Zhou Yuan smiled at her. "Don't worry Mother, I will be fine."

There was nothing else Qin Yu could say upon hearing this and she could only slowly nod her head.

Zhou Qing also nodded as he slowly said, "I will not stop you since you are so determined. I will get someone to gather the fresh blood of thirty-six grade 1 Genesis Beasts."

He was very happy with the determination that Zhou Yuan had shown.

After all, the road of cultivation was a hard one. If one did not have great courage and drive, it would be difficult to travel very far on this road.

"No need for that Father, I also need to train myself and I don't want to be a greenhouse flower, I also currently lack real combat experience and while my battle awareness is strong, It is not fully sufficient."

Zhou Yuan also did not have any experience in life and death struggles, which was a disadvantage in the real world.

"He is right while he is progressing fast in cultivation, If he continues to train in this manner, he will become a barbarian that relies solely on brute force.", Yaoyao also chided from the side.

Zhou Qing was silent for a while before nodding.

He was very happy with the determination that Zhou Yuan had shown.

After all, the road of cultivation was a hard one. If one did not have great courage and drive, it would be difficult to travel very far on this road.

Zhou Yuan looked towards Zhou Qing and said, "Then Father, I will be spending nearly 2 or 3 months in Black Forest Mountain Range."

The Black Forest Mountain Range was a mountain range in the vicinity of Great Zhou City. Countless Genesis Beasts lived within it and it was a rather dangerous zone. The ability to fight was essential to survive there.

Zhou Qing fell silent for some time before he slowly nodded his head. "It is good that you have such thoughts. One will ultimately appear rather immature without experiencing some life and death struggles."

"You may go, but I will get Lu Tieshan to follow you with some men. Don't worry though, they will not interfere and will be there purely for your safety."

Lu Tieshan was a captain in the imperial guard, a Heavenly Gate stage expert, and was deeply trusted by Zhou Qing.

Zhou Yuan knew from Zhou Qing's expression that he would not give in, hence, the former could only nod his head.

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The next day.

Early in the morning, when Zhou Yuan and Yaoyao arrived at the palace gates, a tanned and muscular metal-tower-like figure greeted them.

"Your Highness!"

The welcomer's face was cold and impassive like a block of ice. Faint wisps of a metallic bloody aura rose around his body, evidence that he was a veteran of the battlefield. It was Lu Tieshan, a captain of the Great Zhou palace imperial guard.

"We'll be troubling Captain Lu. Let's set off."

There was no delay as Zhou Yuan faintly smiled and nodded at Lu Tieshan.

Lu Tieshan nodded. With a wave of his hand, a dozen strong-looking figures rushed over and escorted Zhou Yuan and Yaoyao out of the palace gates. The group merged into the flow of the crowd and swiftly disappeared.

The Black Forest Mountain Range was half a dozen miles from the city. The mountains that sprawled across the land contained countless Genesis Beasts and various natural treasures. This was why the Black Forest Mountain Range was one of the popular locations in the vicinity of Great Zhou City.

Numerous Genesis Masters gathered here from all over in hopes of chancing upon some luck in the perilous mountain range, trying to see if they could change their destiny and become one who stood above others.

At the entrance to the mountains, many Genesis Masters were seeking companions or groups to join. However, Zhou Yuan's entourage did not stop and headed straight into the mountain range. After all, with a Heaven Gate stage expert like Lu Tieshan, there would not be many problems unless they encountered grade 3 Genesis Beasts.

Zhou Yuan and the gang stopped after venturing about fifteen miles into the mountain range. This was the outer layer of the Black Forest Mountain range and the majority of the Genesis Beasts here were grade 1.

They set up two tents in a randomly chosen valley before Lu Tieshan withdrew with his men, leaving the place to Zhou Yuan and Yaoyao.

As Lu Tieshan and the rest left, Zhou Yuan breathed out deeply as he gazed at the dark forest, smelling the faint scent of blood in the air while his hand slowly closed and an excited look overtook his face.

Even in his previous life, he was an adrenaline junky, and now he was going to let loose.

He also had some ideas related to developing the Dragon hand with the help of the technique Qi Yue was about to send to his door.

He would also test his body to its limit.

(Guess the name of the technique Mc is going to create)

(From here changes will start appearing which will become more obvious as time goes by)

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Qi Manor.

In a certain room, Qi Yue's gaze was chilly as he looked at the middle-aged man before him and slowly asked, "Zhou Yuan has gone to the Black Forest Mountain Range?"

"Yes. Lu Tieshan personally escorted him and he likely plans to train there." The middle-aged man's eyes were deep set and his skin a rock-like faded yellow.

This person was the housekeeper of Qi Manor, Qi Ling.

Qi Yue could not help but let out an icy chuckle when he heard this. Cold light flickered in his eyes as he mumbled to himself, "I won't be able to do anything if you stay in the city, but you've voluntarily gone to the Black Forest Mountain Range. You are truly reckless."

"Does the second young master intend to take action against him?" Qi Ling frowned as he continued, "If we are discovered, the royal clan will surely retaliate."

Qi Yue faintly smiled, "That's why I need a very meticulous plan. Moreover, I do not intend to kill him. Leaving him half dead to relieve some of this pent-up anger is fine."

He thought for a while before he said in an emotionless voice, "Get two people to fake a robbery at Qi Manor. After which, you will lead some men and go after them, chasing them to the area where Zhou Yuan is where you will find an opportunity to delay Lu Tieshan. As for the rest, leave it to our two 'robbers'."

"If anything happens, those two will take the blame and it will have nothing to do with us. After all, Qi Manor was the victim of a robbery. Make sure to silence them as soon as possible so that no one will be able to say anything."

Qi Ling was stunned. Soon after, he smiled and said, "It's a pretty good plan."

Qi Yue let out an icy laugh as he retrieved a jade scroll from his clothes. A faint radiance was emitted by the scroll as if the ancient text had been carved onto it. "But we must ensure that everything is done properly to decrease suspicion. Hand this item to the two that will carry out this task."

Qi Ling received the scroll and glanced at it, causing his expression to change drastically. "The Auraflare technique? This is one of the most powerful Genesis techniques of Qi Manor and was obtained by King Qi from the Wu Empire."

"I retrieved it from the treasury earlier. It is even more suitable because it is important. When the two have completed their mission, you will assist Lu Tieshan to kill them and retrieve it."

"This can be considered an explanation of sorts. After all, I expect that the royal clan will have nothing to say since our Qi Manor narrowly lost such a treasure. As the saying goes, a mute who eats a bitter gourd will be unable to complain. The royal clan will have no choice but to suffer in silence."

Qi Yue's voice was sinisterly cold. His vicious plan made even Qi Ling involuntarily nod in approval.

"Excellent. Second young master's plan is very thorough." Qi Ling grinned evilly. As a follower of King Qi, he no longer cared about the Great Zhou royal clan and showed no fear even when they were plotting against Zhou Yuan.

Qi Yue laughed and raised his head. There was a venomous look in his eyes as he looked towards the direction of the Black Forest Mountain Range.

"Zhou Yuan. Since you made me lose face in the Great Zhou Institute, I will take half your life!"

"Fight me? Humph, you are still too experienced!"

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END

(I have skipped some of the insignificant parts of the plot, I'm too lazy to write them and I am sure you too will be too lazy to read them, Just wait for our protagonist to reach the Qi nourishing Stage where the first biggest change will occur)

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