The Invincible Strongest Student

As time passed, only half an hour had gone by.

But for Xiang Ming, that half hour felt like a few minutes.

The overwhelming Spiritual Qi swept in, penetrating every pore, coursing through the veins to the heart, spreading to every part of the body with each heartbeat, and finally gathering in the Sea of Qi.

For him, a beginner, this was an incredibly rapid process, with his whole body feeling warm. But then, something went wrong.

All the Spiritual Qi was pouring into the Sea of Qi, which had long been filled to the brim, creating a bloated sensation as if his belly were about to explode.

Suddenly, Xiang Ming’s body trembled, sweat beads the size of beans appeared.

"Lin Tian... save me!" Xiang Ming shouted hoarsely, barely managing a few words as his throat felt like it was about to catch fire.

Lin Tian stood with his hands behind his back, intensely watching Xiang Ming without moving closer at all.

Xiang Ming was really young, only six or seven years old, and for a child like him, even in an ancient family, was just an age for hardship, practicing daily, with Spiritual Qi cultivation not feasible until at least ten years old, because the foundation was too weak right now.

Letting Xiang Ming cultivate Spiritual Qi was a decision Lin Tian made after much contemplation. His apprentice couldn’t be mediocre! Opening the Sea of Qi years earlier than normal people, what does it matter?

If something really happened, Lin Tian could still remedy it in time.

But the current state of Xiang Ming was still within an acceptable range, so Lin Tian didn’t plan to intervene.

Within seconds, Xiang Ming’s skin started turning red, his face alternating between pale and red, creating an eerie sight, and his cries couldn’t be heard anymore as his voice was mostly hoarse.

Yet, it was noticeable that the kid’s expression was becoming increasingly solemn, his brows tightly knit, deep as a lake, unfathomable.

Lin Tian increasingly felt something was wrong, hurriedly taking two steps to reach him, just in time to see Xiang Ming’s body tilt and collapse to the ground.

Thump.

Lin Tian seemed to hear his heart skip a beat, quickly picking up Xiang Ming, feeling his pulse and Sea of Qi, then exhaling a long breath of relief.

Slap!

Lin Tian lightly smacked his little tush, jokingly scolding, "You little rascal, scared the daylights out of me!"

Ultimately, Xiang Ming didn’t respond, as he was sound asleep now, and Lin Tian wasn’t sure how long he’d sleep, but was certain he’d wake by tomorrow morning at the latest.

After carrying Xiang Ming back to the room, Lin Tian returned to the courtyard, watching the crowd with a solemn face, fearing something else would go wrong. Abandoning his Inner Strength to cultivate Spiritual Qi was a high-risk move, hence it was very slow, and Lin Tian couldn’t predict what would happen.

Gradually, the sun had hidden behind the mountain, and the influx of Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi became sparse. Lin Tian’s Spirit Gathering Town had already failed, and the jade stones placed around lost their original luster, as if weathered by a century, eventually cracking and wind-eroding. Various Spirit Grass had also withered.

But the Grand Elder and others were still in the state of cultivation, calm as a still pond, with content expressions visible on their faces.

The sudden scarcity of Spiritual Qi undoubtedly created an uncomfortable feeling, like being forcibly awakened from a deep sleep.

Sure enough, everyone simultaneously opened their eyes, looking at Lin Tian with puzzled expressions.

"Alright, staring at me won’t do any good. The Spirit Gathering Town has already failed, and I feel heartache too. I spent a lot of effort on the Spirit Gathering Town’s materials... so, how do you all feel now?"

"Amazing! Absolutely amazing!"

The Grand Elder shouted with enthusiasm, "Master, I’m so glad I followed you. Absorbing Spiritual Qi following your method is incredibly comfortable; compared to this, the Inner Strength we used to cultivate is nothing at all!"

The Grand Elder now understood why that time at the prince’s estate, despite being weaker, Lin Tian still fought him to mutual harm, and the Spiritual Qi played an invaluable role!

"Indeed, Master! I still want more." The Sixth Elder Wu Hong said regretfully, as he forcibly cultivated a Golden Core with pills, and couldn’t advance further in future cultivation. Only the Spiritual Qi, being much purer than Inner Strength, could bring substantial enhancement.

Lin Tian let out a soft huff towards the two old men, jokingly scolding, "You’re never satisfied. Today’s Spirit Gathering Town was quite extravagant, I haven’t even enjoyed it. If you still want to cultivate, climb up to the roof and practice; although not as effective as before, it can accumulate. Of course, consuming pills is another method, but I suggest sticking to your root method."

"Yes." Both men simultaneously bowed to Lin Tian.

Lin Tian then turned his gaze to Xu Xianrong, Miaoqiu, and Zhao Qingtang, asking, "How do you all feel?"

Miaoqiu didn’t answer Lin Tian, but cast a seductive look over him, signaling with her lips, "I’ll tell you tonight."

Lin Tian immediately shivered, looking embarrassed, drawing giggles from Miaoqiu.

"Hmm..." Zhao Qingtang thought for a moment, chuckling, "Same as before."

She originally wanted to say ’same as that night,’ but it felt awkward to utter such words amidst everyone.

Indeed, even in the Spirit Gathering Town, the sensation was similar to Dual Cultivation; moreover, she was just an ordinary person, barely sensing any real difference.

As for Xu Xianrong, she looked at Lin Tian with interest, lightly smiling, "I’m really curious whether you’re like the rumors, truly a direct descendant from a hidden family coming out for training? This cultivation method is not something ordinary people can provide."

Lin Tian also put on a smile, winking at Xu Xianrong and replied, "Exactly."

"Hmph." Xu Xianrong gently huffed, seeing his cheeky demeanor knew he was lying, yet she nodding thanked him sincerely, "Thank you!"

"Haha, we’re family, no need to be so polite."

Clearing his throat, Lin Tian announced, "There’s also good news for you all. Xiang Ming’s Sea of Qi is open; he’s now an introductory Martial Artist, currently lying inside. If worried, you can check on him."

"What!"

Everyone displayed a stunned expression, this news was truly shocking! Six or seven years old and already an introductory Martial Artist; such a thing was unheard of!

"I’m going to check!" Miaoqiu hurriedly said and quickly walked towards the room. Initially she was already anxious sending Xiang Ming to the Martial Sect alongside the cultivation, and now with an early advancement to introductory Martial Artist, she’s even more concerned; how could his young muscles and bones endure it?

Then the group followed, for none felt at ease in their hearts.