Diligence System: From Servant to Martial King

Li Xian picked up several stones and walked to the water altar to skip stones. The first produced small splashes, like a light "ding," "ding," "ding." The latter directly sliced through the water, causing waves to surge towards the shore.

Ordinary leaves, infused with intention, can rival flying knives. Ordinary branches, when infused with intention, become extraordinarily flexible, resisting cuts from axes and knives.

Li Xian was delighted, immersed within. He increasingly appreciated the endless utility of "intention infusion," which could also be infused into fists and feet, making fist force stronger and leg force more powerful.

The moves gained infinite variations. And as the mastery of "Only I have a Heart Skill" deepened, the intention infusion would certainly become stronger!

After several attempts, Li Xian gradually sensed that when intention is infused into an object, he can vaguely perceive its texture, sharpness, and craftsmanship details. With his heavy pupil eye power, he already observes with detail. Combined with intention infusion, he could peer inside and out completely.

In future battles with others, intention infusion complemented by heavy pupil eye power could help him foresee moves, understanding the enemy’s moves inside and out completely.

Li Xian was always imaginative. After trying various applications, he had another creative thought: to attempt infusing "intention" into empty space.

He discovered that intention infusion is not omnipotent. He can’t retrieve objects from a distance or control them mid-air. However, with concentrated will, he can instantly release a thrust, which acts as an invisible heavy punch on the human body.

［Only I have a Heart Skill, Skill Level +1］

Li Xian was fully satisfied, practicing casually as the sky darkened. Late at night, he lay beside the fire, which burned slowly. He continuously thought about his future path: "I began from Yihetang Manor, then accidentally joined the Flower Cage Sect due to coincidences. Since entering the Flower Cage Sect, I’ve known the sect is not my permanent dwelling."

"If Sister Liuli hadn’t been in trouble, after the Flying Dragon City incident, I might not have returned to the Water Altar. Although the Water Altar crumbled before my eyes, it was quite lamentable. That day, the elders shaved their heads and bound themselves... Ye Cheng appeared refined yet lost all dignity. Han Zisha was quite attractive, and she, being a woman, experienced even greater torment than the male elders."

"If I were an ordinary Flower Thief and the Water Altar had fallen, I could have gone to places like the Earth Altar, Wood Altar, or Fire Altar. Though the Flower Cage Sect is notorious, with lax rules, its scale is indeed not small, recognized in the Jianghu. There are powerful figures within the sect, yet there’s no longer any necessity."

"Since there’s no longer a place for me in Flower Cage Sect, where in this vast world can I find shelter?"

Li Xian took out the Ruyi Treasure Sword, shrank it to the thickness and length of a needle, flicked his finger to shoot it out, and then raised his hand to call it back, thus playing with it casually to pass the time.

In his heart, he seriously contemplated: "My experience is limited, my foundation thin, and I lack meaningful networks. Though I have a slight reputation in the Jianghu, it’s merely the infamy of a Flower Thief. I am in no position to establish a manor and cultivate like a matron. Yet, I also desire to travel and broaden my knowledge, seeking powerful martial arts to augment my strength."

"Zhao Ranran is formidable. If I don’t strive to catch up, even if I narrowly escape, I’ll be stomped under her foot for life. Not to mention the matron... The matron is mysteriously origin; in terms of talent, she probably doesn’t lose to Zhao Ranran. Perfect Appearance, Jie Xumiao Clothing... moreover, with vast erudition and seasoned experience. I used to boast about surpassing the matron to make a grand name; thinking back, it was youthful arrogance, merely blowing hot air..."

"After this battle, Zhao Ranran proved so formidable. The more experienced, deeper cultivated matron naturally surpasses! She allows me to use tricks; the Yin Yang Immortal Lovers Sword happens to counter her, allowing me to succeed repeatedly. If she wanted to kill or chop me, I’d be dead already."

Reflecting on these matters, he clenched his fists and felt even smaller. Considering his future path, he saw the water altar calm, with fish beasts happily at peace, leading to various associations: "A tranquil water area cannot nurture fierce or large fish. The fish in this altar live in tranquility, truly happier than countless people. But if I wish to struggle, if I seek growth, I must go to tumultuous rivers, against the current, battling waves, fighting for the crest! To a true great city."

"I must strive to flow! It’s not mere impatience but... having nothing else, no matter how many miscellaneous martial arts I practice, can’t compare to a disciple of a major sect. Only by striving to flow can I encounter more opportunities!"

Quickly, a city appeared in his mind: "The most opulent under heaven, Jade City!"

Wealth is unmatched by Jade City!

Li Xian’s mood was shaken: "If I could make my mark in Jade City, that would be excellent. But the journey is long. I needn’t be impatient, honing my medical skills along the way, healing and saving lives, practicing Ghost Doctor techniques, not wasting my master’s teachings. I could refine martial arts further, perfecting the Broken Demon Spear to peak level, and start practicing the Finger-Flashing Golden Light."

"Then find a way to acquire still treasures to enhance cultivation."

"In such a competitive place like Jade City, more skills and abilities will surely come in handy."

Li Xian devised his future path, relaxing his mood. Looking at the bright moon above the lake, he imagined Jade City’s prosperity.

Jade City has the Thirteen Jade Towers, crafted with utmost artistry and blood. Furthermore, it has unparalleled beauties, talented maidens, courtesans, outstanding talents, renowned Jianghu experts...

Li Xian’s heart burned like a fierce fire. He suddenly had an idea: "I’ve been practicing the Setting Sun Bloodsword, nurturing heart fire. Now I’ve understood intention infusion. If I infuse the heart fire..."

With the Ruyi Treasure Sword in hand, infusing intention.

Immediately, the sword body heated up, and with a hum, it burst into intense flames!

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