With all these qualities, I will eventually become immortal.

Chapter 164 Fierce Battle with Two Women, Two Techniques Break Limits (3k)

Ignoring everything else, Meng Jiaolong used her long arms to her advantage and started hitting him.

But Meng Chuan grabbed the back of his neck first:

"stop fighting!"

Zheng Zhenzhen, who was standing to the side, had just started to get into a Hupu (a Chinese sports forum) stance when Meng Chuan grabbed her waist and pinned her down.

He secretly channeled his liver-wood-like energy into his palm, dissipating 70% of her force before pushing her off the stage.

"You too, can I explain? Today was all a misunderstanding!"

"You big idiot, you're misunderstanding!"

Zheng Zhenzhen suddenly pounced and lunged forward, her tiger claws viciously grabbing at his wrist.

The moment Meng Chuan released his grip in pain, Meng Jiaolong's knee strike from behind hit his lower back.

at this time.

The two women now understood who their common enemy was.
Facing the mixed doubles, Meng Chuan finally felt some pressure and had to brace himself.

In an instant, his figure blurred, and the two women's attacks simultaneously landed on the illusory image of the cold cicada.

The next second, his true form appeared, his feet suddenly sank three inches into the arena, and the earth energy of his spleen surged into his limbs and bones with each breath.

The other day, it just so happened that the Thick Mountain Fist, a style of the Third Rank Earth Element Fist, broke through its limits.

The [Harmony] quality manifests itself at this moment.

Meng Chuan's muscles were like the earth's veins wrapping around mountains, and every bit of his energy resonated with the earth.

"rise!"

He slammed his right fist toward the point where their energies met, and the earth-yellow ripples of the Five Elements' [Crushing Mountain and Shaking Earth Fist] spread out.

Meng Jiaolong charged forward with her Dragon Fist, but it felt as if she had crashed into the Kunlun Mountains. The force of the impact made her hands go numb!
Zheng Zhenzhen's tiger claws seemed to be stuck in a swamp, losing 70% of their strength and becoming weak and powerless.

The next moment, Zheng Zhenzhen arched her back like a tiger leaping, but was surprised to find that her feet were stuck in concrete and she couldn't move an inch.

It turned out that Meng Chuan had channeled the Qi of the spleen and earth into the arena, causing the ground to show stratified, closed patterns.

She attempted three more Tiger Leaps Across the Ravine technique, but remained motionless, firmly imprisoned in place.

On the other side, Meng Jiaolong tried to take off but was entangled in the earth around her waist, and her body felt sluggish, as if she were sinking into quicksand.

Meng Chuan was secretly delighted by this scene. Since breaking through the limits of Houshan Fist, he had finally mastered the true use of the spleen earth qi.

"The function of the combined strength is to use the opponent's force against them and to transmit power, while the spleen earth qi focuses on control rather than killing."

Meng Chuan exerted force with both arms, and the earth energy of his spleen condensed into two invisible rock locks.

This move is called—[Ground Binding]!
The moment he wrapped his arms around the two women's ankles, Meng Chuan immediately changed his move to the "Mountain Shaking Stance".

They slammed their fists into the surface of the ring, and the shockwave shook the earth, sending both of them flying off the ring and landing safely.

Looking at the damage covering the surface of the arena, Meng Chuan said with heartache:
"The cost of repairing the ring will be deducted from your membership cards."

The two women were not without brains; they put aside their anger and glared at Meng Chuan.

"Extremely stingy."

After the farce ended, Meng Chuan kept his word and led the two of them towards the spicy hot pot stall.
Zheng Zhenzhen kept jumping around, trying to grab Meng Chuan by the back of the neck, but she was too short to do so.

"Hey Meng, give me a straight answer: do you want to come to Yan Hua or not?"

Meng Chuan replied perfunctorily:
"Let's discuss it again."

"Discuss my ass!"

Time passes day by day.

Meng Chuan practices boxing and stance training every day, leading a very fulfilling life.

It was Zheng Zhenzhen and Meng Jiaolong who were constantly causing him trouble, which annoyed him to no end.
I don't know what's gotten into Meng Jiaolong lately, she keeps pestering him to practice martial arts together.

But he genuinely enjoyed it; sparring with the two women was much more pleasing to the eye than fighting a rough man like Xu Qingfeng.
Moreover, Meng Chuan happened to be preparing for the battle for the affiliated quota and the subsequent Supernova Competition.

The two women are quite skilled, making them perfect sparring partners for me.

2 month 6 day.

Meng Chuan got up early on purpose, and as he raised his arm to relax, his muscles and bones crackled and popped.

Standing in the woods, I felt the dampness after the rain.

He immediately adopted the starting stance of "Five Qi Nourishing the Organs".

With each breath, his body conformed to nature, his feet sinking three inches into the moist humus.

At this moment, the water energy is gathered from the palm and is circulating throughout the body along the meridians.

Ultimately, it flows through the five internal organs and gathers in the kidneys.

The heavy rain last night left behind water stains in the crevices of the tree bark, which now transformed into wisps of white mist that enveloped the body and condensed into a ball of energy in rhythm with the breath-eating method.

Gradually, Meng Chuan began practicing the Three Streams Fist style, specifically the Wave Fist.

Suddenly, morning dew fell from the leaves, and Meng Chuan lightly touched the water droplets with his fingertips.

After the drop of dew was caught, it did not spread into a puddle, but rolled back and forth in Meng Chuan's palm.

A moment later, as the kidney water energy condensed, the dew gradually filled in and swelled into a water ball the size of a fist.

The next second, Meng Chuan threw the toss with one hand.

The water ball shot towards the wooden stake ten steps away, but upon contact, it transformed into countless fine needles.

The rain-infused needle pierced the wooden stake silently, leaving only a damp patch on its back.

The next moment, Meng Chuanjing channeled his kidney water energy, and his seven-foot-tall body condensed the power of a vast, turbulent sea.

The moss on the treetops, branches, and even underfoot.

At this moment, countless drops of moisture from the forest gathered around Meng Chuan.

Ultimately, all rivers flow into the sea, gathering in the palm of his hand.

Meng Chuan listened intently and could faintly hear the sound of waves crashing against the shore!

The ripples eventually return to the sea. He threw the object in his hand into the air, and the water energy returned to the world. Looking at the panel, [Rippling Fist] had successfully broken its limit.

Acquired Trait: Ze Xi (Basic)
Function 1: Moisturizes, it can mobilize the free water vapor in the body, and condense it into a thin mist to entangle the opponent when punching.

Effect 2: Dampness Marks. Anything touched by the fist will leave a barely noticeable water stain. Subsequent water-elemental punches will inflict additional damage with each strike, up to a maximum of five stacks.

At first glance, the effect of the Zexi trait seems mediocre.

However, after the exercise just now, Meng Chuan had already guessed its role.

He stared at the remaining mist in his palm, and understood.

"This method does not rely on vigorous and forceful practice, but rather on subtle and pervasive influence."

He also simultaneously comprehended the essence of the Five Aggregates' [Overlapping Waves Shattering Rocks Fist], combining Zexi's unique qualities.

"Every strike in the Water Flow Fist technique is not only for killing, but also for strategic planning."

When the ripples coalesce into a colossal wave, everything will vanish into nothingness beneath the tide.

Meng Chuan crushed fallen leaves with his right foot, and the starting stance of the Overlapping Wave Shattering Rock Fist was quietly activated, incorporating Ze Xi's special qualities.

The moisture around him, guided by the energy of his kidneys, condensed into a fine mist that was difficult to see with the naked eye.

The next moment, he stepped forward and threw a punch. The instant his fist struck the boulder beside him, the damp marks seeped into its internal structure like ink.

This is a classic case of "asking for directions amidst the reefs"!
Immediately afterwards, he transformed his fist into a palm and struck the side of the boulder, the energy of kidney water penetrating through the damp marks and striking directly inside.

The stone core emitted a muffled, thunderous cracking sound, but the surface remained unchanged.

When the five layers of dampness were completed, the boulder had been soaked into a honeycomb pattern.

Meng Chuan withdrew his stance and retreated. As he turned around, the final move of the Overlapping Wave Shattering Rock Fist, [Sea Devour], suddenly erupted!
The rock strata, already eroded by dampness, collapsed first, while external water mist cut into the cracks like a high-pressure water jet.

In an instant, the entire boulder was ground into countless tiny pebbles, and collapsed suddenly like a riverbank bursting its banks!
Meng Chuan stepped over the pebbles and left, eager to absorb the purple energy and greet the rising sun.

[Five Elements Universe Fist: Proficient (85%), awaiting breakthrough]

February 14th, Lunar New Year's Eve.

"Auntie, can Meng Yiyi cook?"

Meng Chuan had just finished a phone call with Master Luo when he saw Meng Yiyi standing in the kitchen flipping a wok and asked her in confusion.

My cousin, Meng Yiyi, just flew back from school yesterday.

Upon arriving at the new house, he praised Meng Chuan for being awesome while declaring that he would show off his skills there.

After Meng Yongzhi finished pasting the couplets on the door, he went inside and asked with the same question:
"I remember your sister has never lifted a finger to do housework, could it be that she's suddenly become clever?"

Hearing their discussion from inside the kitchen, Meng Yiyi sighed helplessly as she flipped the spatula in the pan:

"You should be impressed after just three days of observation, okay? We're currently doing an internship in the Taihang Mountains."
Limited conditions in the wild mean you have to learn to cook for yourself.

Xue Na stood outside the kitchen watching, and the next moment, Meng Yiyi came out carrying a plate of shredded potatoes.

"Please sit down and try my stir-fried shredded potatoes!"

Meng Yongzhi took the lead and prepared to taste the dishes his daughter had made.

After taking a couple of bites, he looked pained.

"Your dish is called 'Minesweeper,' right?"

Meng Chuan didn't understand; the smell was alright.

After taking a bite, he understood immediately.

"Shredded potatoes mixed with shredded ginger, what a nasty dish!"

After the commotion subsided, it was Aunt Xue Na who had to step in.

Before long, a sumptuous New Year's Eve dinner was served.

It was a rare occasion for the family to gather together, and Meng Chuan did not get up to practice martial arts after the meal.

Instead, they sat around the TV, watching the gala and chatting.

Upon hearing Meng Yiyi recount her internship experience, Meng Chuan asked with suspicion:
"I remember you studied new energy-related technology research and development, didn't you?"

Why did you go to the Taihang Mountains for an internship? Isn't it safe?

Due to its unique geological conditions, the Taihang Mountains have many intersections with the dark side of the world, and there are as many as six large and small demon nests still existing.

Even deep within the Taihang Mountains, there is a level-five demon nest known as the "Whispers of the Mountains," personally overseen and managed by the Martial Arts Great Sage.

This is one of the forty-seven existing "Ultimate Darkness" locations, and the master of the demon's lair within it is merely in a state of slumber.

Anyone who steps into its territory within a hundred miles, unless they are a Heavenly King or a Great Sage, will have their mind flooded with its unconscious whispers, spreading madness.

Even the most powerful cultivators of the time, at the level of a Great Sage, must take turns every two years to prevent them from being corrupted and going astray.

This is the terrifying aspect of ultimate darkness; fortunately, it is still trapped in a deep sleep and unable to awaken for some reason.

Once it awakens and breaks free from the demon's lair to come to the human world, the tragedies that will ensue are unimaginable.

Meng Yiyi said:

"It's quite safe. We only collect materials on the outskirts of the Taihang Mountains and stay away from the Demon Nest, so it's very safe."

Meng Chuan hesitated, unsure of what was happening inside the Demon Nest. Even without entering, there was a risk of being affected.

Meng Yiyi continued:
"Our school applied in advance, and during the data collection process, there will be soldiers stationed nearby to protect us, so don't worry."

Xue Na continued to give instructions from the side:

"Then you also need to be careful. Unlike your younger brother, who practices martial arts and can protect himself, you don't."

If anything happens, run as fast as you can, you hear me?

Meng Yiyi nodded helplessly; this was indeed the case in this era.

Of all things, only martial arts are superior.

Having not seen him for a long time, she was surprised by how much Meng Chuan had changed.

(End of this chapter)