Fantasy: Immortality Begins with Absorbing Demons

Chapter 124 Body Conversion Technique

The disciple spoke weakly, without even lifting his eyelids, his eyes still fixed on the book in his hands, as if the book possessed an infinite magic power to attract his gaze.

Han Yi glanced at the book; the red cover had a few tiny characters on it: "The Precious Mirror of Flower Appreciation," written by the Master of Cuiyu Pavilion…

"Um...another world version of Make-Out Paradise?"

Han Yi shook his head, feeling somewhat speechless, and turned to walk towards the bookshelf behind him.

The second floor wasn't as spacious as the first-floor lobby, but it was still about the size of a basketball court. There were also far fewer people than on the first floor. Looking around, there were only five or six people standing apart among the dozen or so bookshelves, heads bowed, carefully examining the books in their hands. "Knife techniques, sword techniques, movement techniques, finger techniques, eye techniques..."

Han Yi looked at each bookshelf. Each bookshelf had different labels, categorized according to different types of martial arts techniques. Each bookshelf also had a varying number of booklets.

He first walked to a bookshelf labeled 'Internal Cultivation Techniques'. The number of books on this shelf was significantly less than on the martial arts bookshelf, after all, cultivation techniques were much more precious than martial arts.

Han Yi glanced at it.

Nourishing the Heart Technique, Gentle Breeze Exercise, Flower Language Exercise, Water Moon Sutra, Orchid Jade Technique...

Although the names of these cultivation methods sound impressive, they all have one flaw or another. Some can only be practiced by women, while others require a calm and peaceful mind, and one must not get angry...

Han Yi carefully examined the introductions in the booklet in his hand, and finally picked up the booklet in the very center.

"Fire Element Technique, a martial arts method for entering the internal energy realm, has a fundamental visualization diagram. After opening the meridians with Fire Element Technique, one can generate Wildfire Force. 'Wildfire cannot burn it out, it will spring up again with the spring breeze.' Wildfire Force consumes little energy, making it extremely suitable for prolonged combat. Once one is affected, it is extremely difficult to remove. Its disadvantages are relatively low power and weak burst... It can be cultivated in conjunction with the sect's martial art 'Blazing Blade Technique'..."

Among these techniques, the Fire Element Technique is considered the highest-grade, and it also has a fundamental visualization diagram. Furthermore, it can enhance the power of the Crimson Flame Blade Technique. It can be said that the Fire Element Technique combined with the Crimson Flame Blade Technique is the choice of most inner disciples.

Presumably, the managers of the Sutra Repository had this in mind, which is why they emphasized the Fire Element Technique on the internal cultivation bookshelf.

The booklets on these bookshelves mainly contain general introductions to martial arts techniques, their strengths and weaknesses, but no specific training methods.

Once the disciples have found a martial arts technique they like, they need to go to the front desk to exchange it.

Han Yi ultimately decided to choose the 'Fire Element Technique'. This was part of his original plan: to select a technique with a fundamental visualization diagram, attempt to break through the Meridian Opening stage, and then, from a higher perspective, cultivate the Yang Element Technique to verify whether the saying 'one cannot cultivate two techniques at the same time' could be broken.

After making his decision, Han Yi prepared to look at the other bookshelves and choose the second manual.

Judge's Pen Technique, Soul-Chasing Kick, Six-Harmony Staff, Plum Blossom Spear, Blazing Flame Saber Technique...

Although there were some martial arts techniques that caught Han Yi's eye, such as the 'Blazing Blade Technique', a mid-grade Yellow Rank technique, the blade's momentum was blazing and continuous. When combined with the 'Fire Element Technique', its power was enormous.

However, Han Yi is not lacking in such martial arts. His "Dual Kill with Sword and Saber" is a Xuan-level martial art, which he has only been practicing for a short time and is considered to be at the beginner level.

Other types of martial arts have no outstanding advantages and are not as good as what he originally practiced. Moreover, his current martial arts have not yet reached the highest level and cannot be used for deduction. So, Han Yi simply skipped over these bookshelves.

In front of a bookshelf labeled "special".

Han Yi stood there, motionless for a long time.

Turtle Breathing Technique, Liu's Dispersed Kung Fu Method, Crane Control Stance, Demon Taming Technique, Body Transformation Technique, Wind-Stabilizing Kung Fu Method, Spirit Guarding Technique...

Han Yi immediately spotted the famous Turtle Breathing Technique.

"When one sleeps, the breath escapes through the ears, a phenomenon known as 'turtle breathing,' which will inevitably result in a large turtle..."

He flipped through the book in his hand. It was obvious that the Turtle Breathing Technique was a special martial art that concealed one's aura, preventing outsiders from detecting the circulation of one's blood and qi, and hiding one's strength.

Of course, even if someone has cultivated a martial art similar to "Turtle Breathing Technique" that conceals their breath, Han Yi would not be able to hide their strength.

Perhaps, the system might occasionally make slight errors when judging things related to demons, but it's quite accurate when judging the strength of martial artists. However, after thinking for a moment, Han Yi put down the "Turtle Breathing Technique" and picked up another booklet.

Han Yi doesn't need the "Turtle Breathing Technique" for the time being. He's currently just a Blood Refining stage martial artist, not much of a figure in the Crimson Flame Sect.

"The Body Manipulation Technique, a special martial art, is rumored to have been created by the Elder Kongkong. It allows for the brief movement of the body's bones and muscles, and at its highest level, it can even alter one's physical form for short periods..."

It can be used to reduce bleeding from wounds, and also to treat bleeding from internal hemorrhoids or mouth ulcers caused by eating spicy food...

To put it simply, the "Transformation Technique" is a martial art that involves shrinking one's body and changing one's appearance. It can be said that this type of martial art is an essential skill for martial artists to use when traveling the world, and it is quite practical.

When Han Yi accepted missions within the Martial Alliance or needed to conceal his identity, he often had to use bone-shrinking disguise to change his appearance, something that had previously caused him considerable distress. 'If I were to cultivate this martial art, I wouldn't need to go to such lengths to hide my identity anymore. Perhaps, my other identity, the Black-Faced Judge—'Niu Li'—could also reappear in the martial world…'

A thought suddenly occurred to him.

There's no way around it; when you're in the world of martial arts, you're not in control of your own destiny. You always need another identity to do things that you can't reveal yourself.

For example, in broad daylight, Song Qing forcibly abducted a woman. How could the stern-faced judge tolerate such a lecherous scoundrel committing such a heinous act in broad daylight? He immediately struck him down with a powerful palm strike…

Who knows, the storytellers in the various restaurants will be busy again, earning some tips!

After picking up the booklet, Han Yi also took the booklet for "Fire Element Technique" and prepared to leave.

He didn't plan to look at the remaining techniques like Dispersing Power and Dissolving Power. This was because the Crimson Flame Sect had a saying that "techniques cannot be practiced simultaneously." If an ignorant disciple practiced a technique that would conflict with or interfere with their own martial arts, the Dispersing Power technique could be used to eliminate the conflicting techniques.

Of course, dispelling the cultivation technique will inevitably cause some damage to the body and affect the peak period of the body's Qi and blood. In short, there are many troublesome aftereffects.

Han Yi planned to cultivate both "Yang Yuan Gong" and "Huo Yuan Gong" at the same time to verify whether the saying "one cannot cultivate two different techniques at the same time" could be broken. Therefore, he naturally did not need to choose any techniques that dispersed his internal energy.

Holding the brochures introducing "Yang Yuan Gong" and "Huo Yuan Gong" in his hand, he headed straight for the second-floor staircase.

At this moment, the disciple, his face flushed, was still intently looking at the 'Little Red Book' in his hand.

"cough…..."

Han Yi coughed twice, and the disciple immediately looked up, looking annoyed at being interrupted while he was enjoying his reading. But duty dictated that he said nothing, quickly taking the booklet from Han Yi's hands, then turning around and swiftly opening several wooden drawers on the shelf behind him, rummaging through them.

Afterwards, Han Yi took the two copies and turned to leave. After he left, the disciple continued to focus on the "Flower Appraisal Treasure Mirror" in his hands.

'I really don't know who this Master of Cuiyu Pavilion is...'

Is this book you wrote really that good?

Han Yi muttered to himself, secretly complaining a few times.

After going down the stairs, Han Yi greeted Zang Ran and then went out.

As he left the Sutra Repository, he glanced around and saw the formidable guardian. Granny Ding seemed to be annoyed by the noise again and began loudly scolding the disciples coming in and out.

Han Yi gave a silent, bitter smile. This was completely different from what he had imagined. In those fantasy tales, every guardian of the tower would conceal their true strength, be kind and approachable, patiently guiding and mentoring their disciples, helping newcomers grow every day…

He shook his head, banishing his previous naive assumptions from his mind.

Come to think of it, what kind of expert wouldn't seem to have nothing to do, spending their days helping complete strangers?

As expected, fairy tales are all lies...

Bai Family Courtyard

"Young Han, how does it feel to become an inner disciple?" Bai Sanren asked with a smile, holding a cup of wine.

"It feels pretty good!"

Having received two Yellow-Rank martial arts techniques for free, Han Yi was naturally in a good mood, and his appetite was greatly increased.

However, he couldn't snatch the chopsticks from Qianxue, who was sitting to the side watching him intently. On the table, a pot of stewed potatoes and meat was placed in the very center.

Stewed potatoes until golden brown and tender over high heat, interspersed with stir-fried pieces of browned meat, and garnished with bright green cilantro, look incredibly appetizing.

Add to that the unique aroma produced by stir-frying ginger slices, garlic cloves, scallion segments, Sichuan peppercorns, and dried chilies, which mixes with the meaty fragrance and is simply irresistible.

No wonder Qianxue was unusually quiet tonight, just shoveling rice into her mouth, her once clean and fair face now glistening with oil.

Of course, the meat pieces in this potato stew are not ordinary ingredients. Even though the meat is fully cooked, it is still very elastic and sticky. The meat is reddish-brown with no white parts. Upon closer inspection, you can even see red threads inside, giving it the feel of a work of art.

This was two catties of Crimson Blood Tiger meat, which Han Yi collected along the way as part of his monthly allowance for inner disciples. The head chef was undoubtedly Bai Sanren, who was very familiar with Crimson Blood Tiger meat and knew how to prepare it to make it both delicious and preserve its medicinal properties.

"Hmm, are you going to live in Shanzhongfang from now on?"

Bai Sanren put down his wine cup and continued to press for answers, his gaze fixed intently on Han Yi. He knew that inner disciples could choose a small courtyard within Shanzhongfang for free.

"what?"

Han Yi had just snatched a piece of meat from Qian Xue's hand. He paused for a moment, then said, "I don't plan to stay in Shanzhongfang. I think..."

The courtyards assigned to inner disciples free of charge are a perk; they can choose to live there or not.

Although living in Shanzhongfang was indeed more convenient, after careful consideration, Han Yi still felt that the Bai family's courtyard was safer and more secluded.

"it is good!"

Before Han Yi could even speak, Bai Sanren exclaimed, "Great!" "From now on, you can live here. Treat it like your home, don't feel awkward!"

He said with a beaming smile, his lips curving upwards like a crescent moon, radiating joy.

“…..”

A warm feeling instantly rose in Han Yi's heart. He was stunned for a moment, and then a bright smile bloomed on his face.

"Okay, Mr. Bai, you're so long-winded..."

"Another bowl of rice, please!"

At this moment, Qianxue, who was engrossed in eating, raised her head. A few grains of rice were stuck to her delicate face. She tossed the empty rice bowl in her hand to Han Yi.

"You guy!"

Han Yi hurriedly took the bowl and went to serve her rice.

"Qianxue, mind your image!"

Bai Sanren couldn't stand it any longer and shouted righteously. "Oh..."

Qianxue replied nonchalantly, then pouted at Bai Sanren.

At this moment, the night was beautiful, the sky was clear, and the inky sky was filled with stars like chess pieces. The bright full moon cast its clear light over the entire courtyard.

From time to time, bursts of joyful laughter, from the old to the young, could be heard from the courtyard.