His Majesty is plotting a rebellion? Quickly, summon the Imperial Advisor!

Xu Bing stood up, his head adorned with a lotus-shaped jade light that illuminated the bright moon. Strands of Daoist essence condensed around him, almost materializing.

Xu Bing had learned that these "Dao Hua" had no real function; they were merely for decoration and could not be used for attack or defense, nor could they be easily incorporated into magic.

The lotus-shaped jade crown itself is imbued with Daoist essence.

Now that Xu Bing has made a breakthrough, his Dao Hua is even more profound. The two complement each other, making Xu Bing seem like a true immortal descended to earth.

However, he was not a hermit living in seclusion in the mountains, but a teacher of a nation in the secular world. These seemingly contradictory situations were perfectly integrated.

It possesses three or four parts of ethereal grace, and four or five parts of domineering aura. Strangely, it also contains a touch of unbridled evil.

Anyone who tries to investigate Xu Bing will be drawn into a bottomless vortex, completely losing their way. Multiple elements intertwine and blend, creating a unique individual.

He teased the strands of Dao Hua, feeling refreshed and energetic due to his breakthrough. Although it was already past midnight, he did not feel sleepy.

Take a closer look at this improvement.

This is also one of the joys of cultivation. As for Xu Bing now, his combat power is hard to describe precisely. Although he knows few spells, he is powerful in himself.

At the peak of the Lantern-Carrying Realm, one possesses a Great Dao foundation of [463], which, if spread, would be astonishing.

I dare not think about it…

With such resources, one could build such a magnificent bridge to immortality.

Both are at the peak of the Lantern-Carrying Realm.

When Zhao Qingyun was still alive, his foundation in the Great Dao was only [17]. It is evident that the difference between the two is as vast as heaven and earth.

Xu Bingxing walked into the courtyard, holding the thousand-pound spear. He raised an eyebrow and noticed that the spear was much lighter.

Or rather, his current strength is enough to lift a thousand pounds with ease, without any hindrance.

While it was possible before, it relied on the enhancement of Tongxuan Gangqi and the addition of a few strands of Yuanqi to envelop the gun body, thus reducing some of its weight.

Now, he can dance easily with just his physical body; if this were to get out, it would be truly astonishing.

It should be noted that in the path of Qi Refining, the Lantern Realm tempers the body, refining the skin, flesh, tendons, bones, and membranes.

While it increases strength, it's not an explosive increase. For example, an average adult male can lift 100 jin (50 kg). A Qi cultivator, after tempering their body, can lift 150 to 200 jin (750 to 100 kg).

The increase in strength is by no means an exaggeration, nor does it amount to a leap over the dragon gate, making one invincible in the world.

The most important aspect of the Lantern Realm is that it allows the use of spells and the condensation of Dao Lamps, enabling one to enter the Primordial Chaos to seek its secrets.

The increase in strength is merely a side effect.

A martial artist's strength increases more significantly with each disciple, because martial artists hone their bodies and refine their flesh through martial arts training. A martial artist with innate martial arts skills has a strength of 150 jin (approximately 75 kg). A martial artist with profound martial arts skills can reach a strength of over 200 jin (approximately 100 kg).

After that, each level increases by ten jin, and a master of the ninth level of the Profound Realm will have a strength of at least 290 jin.

If one's blood and qi are depleted, one's strength will decrease, but in terms of strength alone, this is not an exaggeration. However, if one adds the profound qi, the strength a martial artist can exert will be increased by half a percent.

Furthermore, with the application of internal energy, even martial arts masters should not underestimate them. A mortal body, if used seriously, can possess considerable destructive power.

What is said here is only a general situation. Some cultivators can increase their strength by practicing fundamental techniques, while some martial artists can strengthen their muscles and bones by practicing martial arts.

There is no fixed number.

However, Xu Bing, with his bare body, could lift a thousand-pound spear, which was undoubtedly a testament to his immense strength. Under the moonlight, he wielded the spear, his fundamental technique having been broken through, granting him the "mysterious" characteristic.

The Dragon Playing Spear Technique became even more visually appealing, beautiful, and exquisite in his hands.

Sometimes the spear tip would turn, sometimes it would extend forward, and he didn't know if it was just his imagination, but he felt that the heavy spear was changing according to his will.

It's hard to guard against.

[Gunskill +4]

[Marksmanship: 25]

"To gain the mandate of heaven and master the mysteries of the universe"

Xu Bing sheathed his gun, very satisfied with the results achieved during this seclusion.

Seeing green shoots emerging in the inner courtyard and red fruits growing on the vines along the wall, Xu Bing bent down to tease the green shoots and then picked the fruits from the vines to eat.

One bite, and the sweet juice fills your mouth, then flows down your throat. The taste is truly indescribable.

The results obtained from the fundamental breakthrough naturally carry a certain special quality.

The fruit is not only sweet and fragrant, but it also enhances one's vital energy and nourishes the five internal organs, making it a rare and highly nutritious tonic.

With a thought, fifteen crows flew in from all directions, but the gyrfalcon was absent from the gathering because it was still unconscious.

From Dahei to Heishiwu, all of them benefited from it, becoming more intelligent and having more abundant wings, making them different from ordinary spirit crows in every way.

"Ok?"

Xu Bing focused his attention and observed closely, discovering that Black Seven, Black Nine, and Black Fifteen had all transformed into large black crows, their bodies as black as ink, hidden under the moonlight, mysterious and powerful.

Because it belonged to Xu Bing, it also acquired some of the unbridled evil intentions, and when it spread its wings and flew, it seemed like a fairy bird.

The other spirit crows also showed signs of impending evolution.

After frolicking with the large black crows for a while, Xu Bing waved his hand, and the crows flew away to their respective posts.

Xu Bing glanced at the sky.

It is now February 6th, 3:45 AM, the dead of night. Once dawn breaks, it will be the last day before the Welcoming the Festival.

At this crucial juncture, he couldn't be absent from many of the arrangements.

Just then, he felt a gaze on him and Xu Bing chuckled, saying, "Since you're awake, come out."

The words fell.

After a brief pause, the sound of footsteps on snow rang out, the sound particularly clear in the dead of night.

Song Si was quite a distance away, about a hundred meters away. She looked at Xu Bing from afar, her face pale, with a bitter smile on her face.

Xu Bing ignored him, walked straight to the pavilion, sat on the stone bench, blew the snow off the stone table, and said, "Come here."

Upon hearing this, Song Si clenched her fists, but finally walked over slowly and sat down opposite Xu Bing.

A snowy night.

Xu Bing brewed a hot tea and pushed it in front of Song Si, saying, "Warm yourself up."

After a moment's hesitation, Song Si picked up the teacup and took a small sip. Although the breakthrough in Xu Bing's health had allowed her to wake up ahead of schedule, the loss of her vital essence and blood had not yet been replenished.

She was extremely weak at the moment, no match for Xu Bing, let alone able to use magic. She could only be manipulated by this person.

"How is His Majesty?" Song Si frowned and then relaxed.

"Asleep," Xu Bing replied casually.

Song Si sighed, "Just as I thought..."

He still couldn't escape the clutches of Xu Bing.

Your Majesty, Your Majesty, this is all the help Song Si can offer.

With things having come to this point, Song Si was utterly powerless and completely defeated by Xu Bing.

She took another sip of tea, knowing that she was beyond saving; she was weaker than ever before.

"Tell me your purpose." Xu Bing poured himself some tea. The tea in the Imperial Preceptor's residence was of the highest quality, and when brewed, it had a wonderful aroma.

Song Si did not hide anything and told Xu Bing everything about the dragon-patterned furnace.

Perhaps they felt that whether they concealed it or not was meaningless.