With only eighty years of history, Starlight Haven Martial House paled compared to the ancient Seven Profound Martial House, founded by the illustrious Grade Three Clan, Seven Profound Valley. The last one had an incredible 600 years of lineage, ornamented with an array of Legacy abilities developed over the ages.
Practitioners who discovered the Legacy talents were frequently greeted with little prospect of climbing to the desired Pulse Condensation Stage within the boundaries of Starlight Haven Martial House. The same could not be stated for individuals who possessed the Legacy talents of the Seven Profound Martial House.
The way to Pulse Condensation was paved here for individuals with a Grade Four Martial Talent, making the journey far less complicated.
Sam was alone against this backdrop of opposing legacies, devoid of formidable training manuals. His only source of instruction was a simple 'Beginners' Martial Arts' textbook. He carved his path day by day, smashing tree trunks and disassembling animals, constructing his martial destiny.
For years, self-reliance was his only ally, a compass guiding him towards the elusive First Stage of Physical Training. Sam understood the paramount importance of legacies, for they could elevate one to unimaginable heights in the martial world.
Today, Sam was a true whirlwind of joy, methodically examining the knowledge provided by his newest Legacy skill, the 'Infinite Chaos Battle Forms.' But it wasn't just any Legacy but a pinnacle-level Physical Training Manual from the mystical Divine Domain. He saw a universe reserved for the mightiest martial practitioners in that realm, where the skills had evolved over hundreds of millions of years.
However, the 'Infinite Chaos Battle Forms' carried a discovery beyond Sam's high expectations.
Within the Starlight Spill Continent, Physical Training Manuals were typically restricted to specific stages, such as 'Genuine Altering Muscle Channels' for the Altering Muscle Stage. In contrast, the 'Infinite Chaos Battle Forms' promised a tremendous rise, propelling practitioners from the Strength Training Stage to the desired Pulse Condensation Stage.
Yet, the revelation didn't end there. Pulse Condensation, conventionally seen as the pinnacle of the Physical Training Stage, was now merely a stepping stone.
Sam discovered the existence of a more advanced stage - Tempering Marrow! Beyond this were the Eight Gates of Hidden Heavenly Stems and the Nine Different Jade Palace, which promised martial prowess greater than Pulse Condensation.
Sam stood stunned, the magnitude of this Legacy's potential coursing through him. The 'Infinite Chaos Battle Forms' was nothing short of a priceless treasure!
He was thrilled with excitement to begin his training. His fear, however, lingered. What if the skill manual was found to be incomplete? His heart raced as he dug deeper, discovering with each passing instant that it was complete, from Strength Training to Pulse Condensation.
However, the true revelation came when he uncovered the secret that shattered conventional wisdom. Starlight Spill Continent believed that Pulse Condensation marked the most powerful or flourishing of the Physical Training Stage, but 'Infinite Chaos Battle Forms' revealed a hidden truth – the existence of Tempering Marrow and even higher stages like the Eight Gates of Hidden Heavenly Stems and the Nine Different Jade Palace.
Sam was taken aback when he realized he had discovered a treasure beyond comparison.
But, just as his excitement peaked, a cold shiver coursed through him. The Miracle Cube, his mysterious want, was missing. Panic set in as he searched for it, discovering a strange symbol on his chest, identical to the one on the cube's surface. It had merged with him, leaving him puzzled and disheartened.
His attempts to summon it were in vain, and Sam knew he had only scratched the surface of its secrets. The vast knowledge held within the Miracle Cube's soul fragments remained tantalizingly out of reach, reserved for when his cultivation reached greater heights. For now, the 'Infinite Chaos Battle Forms' took precedence.
Sam channelled his focus, determined to master this Divine Domain Legacy skill.
The essence of the 'Infinite Chaos Battle Forms' lay in transforming the body into a divine weapon endowed with extraordinary strength. It emphasized precision, control, and the efficient use of force. Sam's longing for its power was undeniable.
Three days passed, and beneath the silvery glow of the full moon, Sam, his eyes closed, stood on the grassy plain at the foot of Great Mountain Calin.
He moved in perfect timing with the grass's flowing waves. Each breath had a precise rhythm, his presence like a work of art in the moonlight.
He practised the 'True Primal Chaos Formula,' derived from the 'Infinite Chaos Battle Forms,' designed to harness primal energies to temper the body and fortify the bones.
As the winds whispered through the night, fine blades of grass danced around him. Sam's breathing synchronized with their rhythm as though he had melded with the very environment.
A dewdrop, suspended on a leaf above him, rolled silently, then fell onto his fingertip. Sam watched it momentarily before his hand clenched, and his body shifted into action. With a resounding boom, the nearby tree trunk bore the brunt of his punch.
Sam exhaled, and the dewdrop rolled down his finger onto the grass. A smile graced his lips. When mastered, the 'Infinite Chaos Battle Forms' would allow the dewdrop to be launched undamaged. Although he had not reached that level yet, his progress was promising.
He also left an impression on the iron tree trunk, a mark nearly half a foot deep. Three days prior, he could barely make an indentation of half an inch. This progress was attributed to the 'True Primal Chaos Formula.'
In these three days, Sam's strength had grown exponentially. He could now dismantle Level One Ferocious Beasts easily, and even handling five Level Two Ferocious Beasts was a manageable feat.
One sunny morning, Alex sought out Sam at the Grand Clarity Pavilion, eager to discuss an upcoming event.
"The Annual Martial Arts Fair?" Sam raised an eyebrow, intrigued by Alex's proposal.
Alex explained, "Indeed, it's an opportunity to witness many martial arts masters and nobles. Although we might not afford the rarest items, it's a valuable experience. Moreover, we'll be entering the martial house soon; a good weapon would be essential."
Not wanting to disappoint his friend, Sam agreed to accompany him to the fair.
Sam's heightened senses detected an obstacle ahead as they strolled through the bustling streets towards the event. He placed a hand on Alex's shoulder, cautioning him.
"Something's amiss, Alex," Sam whispered, his hand straying to the hilt of his boning knife. His perception had sharpened significantly, and he could anticipate trouble.
Their way was blocked, and Sam suspected the source of the obstruction. He had humiliated a man with monkey-like ears a few days before, and now it appeared that the man's master had arrived to confront him.
Sam had been looking forward to this occasion.