Chapter 104 A Question of Trust

In the misty bathing pool mixed with pure spiritual energy, Jiang Xia leaned against the water, half-closed his eyes, and listened to the female wolf demon behind him explaining to him the wonders of her own set of skills.

There's nothing we can do about it.

As a layman in spiritual practice, Jiang Xia himself has only seen three sets of spiritual practice techniques so far.

One set is the introductory set of skills of Mo Shuang Mountain given by Wang Liufu, named "The Initial Interpretation of Mo Jing".

The other two sets were given by Mr. Crow. In addition to the "Heavenly Secret Ink Scroll", there is also a "Shenwu Sacrifice Art" for combat.

That book is more like a skill book, and Jiang Xia hasn't read much of it yet.

He was completely unable to evaluate the quality of a martial art from a literal perspective.

Liu Hui is a demon general , equivalent to a human cultivator in the realm of truth, his realm is neither high nor low. Although the two races have different methods of cultivation, even if they have not eaten pork, they have seen pigs run.

In terms of cultivation, Liu Hui is definitely the Nanbowan in Jiangxia's current unstable small group.

The female wolf demon had a request to Jiang Xia, so this time her explanation was very detailed. Her unique, hoarse voice emanated from her throat and echoed softly in the bathtub.

“Although I haven’t seen the content of your technique, I can roughly guess its effect after looking at the Qi circulation diagram. It can absorb and circulate, temper the body with spirit, heal hidden injuries, resolve spiritual power, turn spirit energy into a shield, and bring all acupoints back to one, etc.

But apart from the fact that the speed of converting spiritual energy is faster and the spiritual energy produced is more moist and condensed, it is not very surprising compared to the skills that the Ten Thousand Beast Sect gave to demon cultivators like me. "

The wolf demon said with reason:

“I can only say that it has everything it should have. It excels in being comprehensive, yet a bit moderate. With its way of moving Qi, although it does not require the assistance of special treasures, it makes cultivation less demanding.

But on the other hand, precisely because it does not require any rare treasures to assist in cultivation, the spiritual power it produces is the most ordinary and purest spiritual power, without any of the wonderful uses of fire, ice, wind or thunder.

Not to mention being unable to cultivate any acquired supernatural powers at the Qi training level.

I haven't seen many human skills, but from what I've seen, this set of skills is just barely at the upper level for you human cultivators.

Compared with the very famous foundation-building techniques of the human race in the East, for example, the Kunlun School can cultivate the Kunlun Ancient Sword Technique which is a kind of acquired magical sword skill.

Or the Thirty-Six Transformations of the Heavenly Gangs that the human cultivators of the Ten Thousand Beasts Sect focus on forging their bodies are indeed not considered top-notch. "

"If it's not top-tier, why are you so eager for it?"

Jiang Xia was not too disappointed, he asked.

The wolf demon behind him touched the eye patch on his left eye, and after a few seconds, he sighed and said:

"It's not top-notch for a human cultivator, but it's great for a monster like me who wants to transform. What's a disadvantage for you is a great advantage for me."

"Wait a minute, I heard from a friend before that there are two ways for monsters to practice."

Jiang Xia made a pause gesture. He recalled the gossip he had with Shi Liu when they were chatting about monsters in Fengshan Cave, and asked:

"One is to focus on forging a demon body, give up transforming, follow the path of pure demon cultivation, and finally cultivate into the indestructible body of a demon saint.

The other way is what you did, seeking to transform into a human body in the early stage, and then making plans. I have always been curious, why do you do this?

Why should we learn human skills?

Isn't it better for monsters to take the path of monster cultivation?"

This question changed the wolf demon Liu Hui's expression.

A hint of gloom and helplessness appeared in its only remaining right eye, and even its erect ears drooped down. It said:

"Boss, you think this is too simple.

Human cultivators have to go through thunder tribulations when they practice cultivation. Naturally, we monsters also have to go through thunder tribulations when we practice cultivation. The path of pure monster cultivation is to go against the will of heaven and swallow everything to transform ourselves.

I heard from the elder who trained me before that this was against the will of heaven and would naturally be abandoned by heaven. The demon thunder tribulations encountered by demon cultivators were several times more severe than those encountered by human cultivators.

If you are not a divine species, or have the blood of an ancient mythical beast, the path of pure demon cultivation will .

There are currently three great saints in my demon clan.

The Great Sage Han Di of Han Di Mountain in the northern border has the blood of the ancient Kui Niu, and he himself is a different species of Qing Si. Only then was he able to practice demon cultivation and cultivate an immortal body.

I, the Great Sage Howling Wind of the Wolf Clan, am also a blood-evil species, which is why I could practice demon cultivation. Unfortunately, something went wrong during my practice, and I had to transform into a human form, but I went astray and became possessed by the devil. Now I am being suppressed in the Demon-Suppressing Tower.

The last great sage who guards the sea, Lord Lin, also took the path of transformation.

"They are both extremely talented monsters. Even they can't walk the path of monster cultivation. How can I, an ordinary black wolf, dare to try?"

"Ordinary?"

Jiang Xia curled his lips and sprinkled a handful of coins into the bath to maintain the concentration of pure spiritual energy. He said:

"You are very dishonest, Liu Hui.

If you really are an ordinary wolf demon, I don’t believe that the elder of the Ten Thousand Beasts Sect has gone mad and would train you from childhood to become a demon general?

You said it yourself before, that there is more than one powerful war beast under the command of the elders of this clan, but that is your own secret.

If you don't tell me, I don't want to ask.

Let’s talk about transformation.

Why do you pursue transformation so much? "

The wolf demon lowered its head even lower.

Obviously, it was because Jiang Xia was right. It was not an ordinary wolf demon. However, he did not explain this. Instead, he continued with Jiang Xia's words and said:

"Because I need to cultivate my soul."

"The spirits of my demon race are not as smart and handsome as those of humans. When they are at a low level, attacks against the spirits are the nemesis of almost all demons.

As for the human race's martial arts, no matter what method it is, cultivating the soul is the most important thing, especially after entering the realm of spiritual cultivation, the perfection of spiritual soul cultivation will be transformed into the primordial spirit.

Even if the body is destroyed, the soul can escape.

Waiting for an opportunity to take over another body and be reborn, or finding rare treasures to reshape the body. In this way, the chance of survival of high-level human cultivators will be much higher than that of us monsters.

Cultivating the primordial spirit also allows the human race to continue to seek great magical powers, and eventually the primordial spirit can even be separated from the body and exist independently, which can be called immortality.

On the other hand, the spirits and souls of monsters are more fragile.

If you don't find a way to strengthen yourself, it will be almost impossible to make any progress in cultivation after reaching the Demon King realm. Transformation is the method of compensation that our demon ancestors concluded after learning from the human race.

By imitating the human body, the demon body can be transformed into a human body. While retaining the true appearance of the demon race, it can also learn the human race's skills and cultivate the spirit and soul. In this way, the body and soul are cultivated together. "

At this point, a ray of light flashed in Liu Hui's one eye, and she said expectantly:

“If the transformed monsters can also cultivate their primordial spirits, combined with our true monster form and strong bodies, we can maintain our suppression of human cultivators of the same realm.

At least it is on par with the competition, without any shortcomings.

If I can find a good technique and cultivate acquired supernatural powers, and add the innate supernatural powers of my demon race, the path of cultivation will be smoother.

But if you want to learn the human race's skills, you must at least have meridians and divine palaces in your body like humans, right?"

"Yeah, I understand."

Jiang Xiawen's summary is:

"Orthodox demon cultivation is to reduce deficiencies and strengthen the surplus, specialize in one point, and strengthen to the limit. Your transformation technique is to reduce excess and make up for deficiencies, to take a comprehensive and moderate approach, and to avoid risks and leave no shortcomings.

But you haven't told me why my practice is better than other practices for you?"

“Because it’s easy to learn!”

Having said so much, Liu Hui no longer hid anything and said frankly:

“It’s not just easy to get started, but it’s extremely versatile!

It's like you lost your left arm, and there is a piece missing in your body. This is a taboo for low-level cultivators of the human race. You are missing the meridians in your left arm, so you won't be able to learn many introductory exercises, and you won't be able to complete the small circulation in your body.

But this set of skills is different!

I noticed this when I was washing your marrow.

Even without your left arm, you can still complete the Zhou Tian cycle smoothly. This means that even a half-transformed monster like me, whose meridians are not yet fully formed, can definitely learn it.

If I learn now, not only will my transformation speed be faster, but it will not delay my own demon body cultivation.

Great time saver.

Secondly.

Although this technique is not magical and cannot cultivate acquired supernatural powers, it has extremely strong endurance!"

The female wolf demon looked around, lowered her voice, and said to Jiang Xia:

“Boss, you know that ordinary introductory techniques, even in a large sect like the Ten Thousand Beast Sect, for disciples to practice, at most reach the late stage of Qi training, and then they have to switch to a higher-level technique and start from scratch.

Those skills were carefully compiled by the sect leader and have been passed down from generation to generation. The goal is to progress step by step. Although it takes time, it is stable and it is less likely to make mistakes when practicing.

And your technique is amazing.

Judging from the complexity of the Qigong diagram alone, it can help you cultivate all the way from the mortal body to the spiritual realm!

Moreover, the spiritual power it transforms is very gentle, without a trace of violence, and is extremely moderate and peaceful. Even if you practice other skills, it will not be affected.

Don’t even think about seeing such a magical skill with such strong applicability.

From the time I was born to now, I have never heard of this practice in the past twenty years. I only hope to use this practice to nourish my soul, not asking for how powerful or magical it is.

I have two innate magical powers that I have cultivated on my own, and my demon body is strong, so I don’t need those fancy things.”

Liu Hui said excitedly.

The result was that he said he was bald.

It didn't even notice that it had revealed two secrets to Jiang Xia at once.

The latter leaned against the pool, waiting calmly until Liu Hui finished speaking, and then he slowly said:

“You have two innate magical powers.

Although I don’t know what innate supernatural powers are, they sound very powerful. Moreover, you also said that it has only been twenty years since you were born?

Not even older than me!

In twenty years, he has risen from a young demon to a demon general. This is faster than riding a rocket... Liu Hui, Liu Hui, you still dare to say that you are an ordinary wolf demon?"

"I……"

Liu Hui's eyes widened as she realized that she had spoken out of turn. What was even more interesting was that this time it was not Jiang Xia who guided her , but she herself who let the cat out of the bag.

I felt anxious and angry at the same time.

The big tail also shook more violently, like a broom, waving with great force.

"Shua La"

Jiang Xia ignored the young wolf demon's embarrassment.

After a few minutes, he had absorbed all the refined spiritual energy in the pool and felt as if he were bathed in a spring breeze. The spiritual energy in his body circulated along the small circulation created by the wolf demon for his marrow cleansing, making him feel very comfortable.

It's like being drunk or intoxicated by oxygen, feeling dizzy and disoriented.

He stood up from the pool, water dripping down his smooth jade-like back. He took a towel and wiped his body, then said to Liu Hui who was lowering her head behind him:

"I can give you the technique."

"Um?"

Liu Hui suddenly raised her head, her right eye full of surprise, but when she saw Jiang Xia's naked body, she lowered her head again, not daring to look.

“But when we signed the contract, I calculated it for you. With your salary, it would take at least ten years to pay back the damage you caused. That technique is very important to you.

I can’t set a price either, so why don’t you just tell me how much you’re willing to spend to get it?”

Jiang Xia picked up the black gown and put it on, saying as he put it on:

"Or, I don't want you, a poor debtor, to give me any more money, or I will play some tricks on you and make you bear a debt that you can't pay off for the rest of your life.

After all, you are just a twenty-year-old little wolf demon. Judging from the lifespan of demons, you are not even an adult yet.

I'm a grown man and I won't bully you.

Little wolf demon, you can exchange it for something else."

"What?"

Liu Hui asked in a complicated tone.

Jiang Xia rubbed his wet hair, looked back at it, and said seriously:

"trust!"

"It's not the right time to talk to you about loyalty.

I also know the principle of gradual progress, so I don't ask for much, just your trust...

I mean, real trust.

The kind of trust that you won't wave your claws to kill me even if I take the little thing out of your head.

The kind of trust that is willing to do something with people like us.