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Just as Chen Xu was about to take spirit stones from his storage bag, a familiar voice came from the side:

"Junior Brother Chen?"

Xiao Muwan also entered the Scripture Pavilion, clearly showing that she also had some ideas about the trials within.

"Senior Sister Xiao," Chen Xu greeted her with a cupped hand.

Xiao Muwan's gaze fell on the bamboo scroll in front of Chen Xu, her delicate brows furrowing slightly: "You want to exchange for 'Concentrating Spirit Thorn'?"

"Um."

Chen Xu nodded: "I've heard that this technique has unique aspects in the use of divine sense, and I'd like to study it."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Muwan's tone carried a hint of admonition: "Junior Brother Chen, this technique..."

She paused, then looked at Elder Zhao.

Elder Zhao simply drooped his eyelids, appearing completely indifferent.

Seeing this, Xiao Muwan lowered her voice and continued, "Although this 'Concentrating Spirit Thrust' is a wonderful technique for attacking with divine sense, its power is extraordinary."

"However, the conditions for cultivation are extremely demanding. If one's spiritual sense is not up to standard, forcing oneself to cultivate will at least result in mental exhaustion."

"In severe cases, it can damage the soul, causing nothing but harm to future cultivation!"

She looked at Chen Xu with a serious expression: "Qi cultivation cultivators have inherently weak spiritual senses."

"This technique has been displayed in the library for many years, and quite a few people have tried it."

"But no one has mastered it yet, junior brother, please think it over."

Xiao Muwan's words were earnest, clearly showing that she genuinely cared about Chen Xu.

Chen Xu was also somewhat moved, and cupped his hands in thanks, saying, "Thank you for the reminder, Senior Sister Xiao."

"I'm just curious about this technique; I will never force myself to practice it."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Muwan didn't say anything more.

After Chen Xu left, she looked at Elder Zhao and took out her identity jade token:

"Elder Zhao, your disciple Xiao Muwan wishes to borrow the 'Soul-Shattering Palm'..."

"Let's take a look at the 'Forging God Technique'."

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A month later, in the cultivation room, Chen Xu slowly opened his eyes.

"It's finally done!"

During this month, besides drawing talismans, he also practiced the "Concentrating Spirit Thorn".

As rumored, this technique demands an extremely high level of spiritual awareness.

The spiritual strength of an ordinary Qi Refining cultivator is simply insufficient to support the full execution of this technique.

Although Chen Xu's spiritual sense far surpasses that of others of the same level, his cultivation process is extremely difficult.

At that moment, with a slight thought, an invisible divine power instantly condensed at his fingertips.

Its power was restrained, yet it still made Chen Xu feel a chill run down his spine.

"The power of this Concentration Thrust alone far surpasses that of ordinary late-stage Qi Refining techniques."

A strange light flashed in Chen Xu's eyes: "But if one circulates the 'Qingyuan Technique' while condensing the Concentration Thorn..."

He tried to circulate the "Qingyuan Technique," and the Concentration Thorn on his fingertip instantly burst forth with dazzling spiritual light, its power greatly increasing.

Chen Xu was shocked and immediately dispelled the spell.

"Although the energy consumption is astonishing, the power... even a Foundation Establishment cultivator caught off guard would likely suffer a great loss!"

The amplification effect of "Qingyuan Jue" on spiritual consciousness can be perfectly matched with "Ning Shen Ci", producing an effect greater than the sum of its parts.

Surprised, Chen Xu quickly calmed down.

"Using the 'Qingyuan Jue' and 'Ningshen Ci' together creates an overwhelming force..."

"It can be used as a trump card, but it's best not to use it during the trials within the sect..."

He remembered that in the library there was a book called "Forging the Divine Technique," which was specifically for protecting the soul.

However, the cultivation process is extremely painful and requires a considerable amount of resources to assist in the cultivation.

I suppose there aren't many people in the sect who cultivate, so I don't need to worry too much.

The ordinary "Concentration Thorn" is powerful enough.

Chen Xu walked out of the cultivation room and looked up at the sky.

Today is the end of the year, and the first Inner Sect Trial has begun, which I heard will last for a month.

Today is also a day for the mutual aid society's small gathering, and this time Chen Xu is hosting.

After putting Xiao Jin back into his Beast Taming Ring, he left the fishpond courtyard and headed towards Hansong Market.

There were more cultivators on the way to the market than usual.

As they approached a fork in the road, Chen Xu paused slightly and looked at a lean man ahead.

"Zhang Erniu? It's him again?"

Zhang Erniu was staring at Chen Xu, making a throat-slitting gesture with his hand, his eyes full of provocation.

Seeing this, Chen Xu lingered his gaze on Zhang Erniu for a moment, then ignored him.

But in his heart, he was already considering the risks of eliminating Zhang Erniu now.

"After the sect leader reached the Core Formation stage, the sect rules became very strict, and the enforcement team patrolled frequently."

"Although this person is foolish, his provocation at this moment may not be without a reason, or he may be deliberately trying to provoke me into making a move."

"Killing him would be easy, but the consequences would be endless..."

"It won't be too late to take his life during the trial then..."

However, Zhang Erniu's arrogant and fearless attitude made Chen Xu suspicious.

"What kind of opportunity has Zhang Erniu obtained to be so arrogant?"

Suppressing his thoughts, Chen Xu quickly arrived at Zuixianlou.

He entered the private room that had been reserved in advance, sat down alone, and waited quietly for the other three.

Shortly after, the door to the private room was pushed open.

Wang Tiezhu remained as carefree as ever: "Haha, Junior Brother Chen, how have you been?"

Then, Xiao Muwan and Lin Miaoyin arrived one by one.

As the delicious food and wine were served, the atmosphere gradually became lively.

After exchanging a few pleasantries, the topic naturally turned to the trial.

Wang Tiezhu took a swig of wine and sighed, "Alas, this trial... I, Old Wang, have no hope for it."

"Fighting and magical combat are really not my forte. I just hope I don't lose too badly. I'll treat it as an opportunity to broaden my horizons."

He scratched his head, his tone tinged with self-deprecation.

"Senior Brother Wang, don't underestimate yourself," Lin Miaoyin's gentle voice rang out.

"Who doesn't know that the art of weapon forging is the best way to hone one's strength and physical abilities?"

"My senior brother has been spending a lot of time with metal and stone furnaces lately, and his physique and blood circulation are far superior to those of his peers."

"If we were to really fight, ordinary spells probably wouldn't even be able to scratch my senior brother's skin."

Her words made Wang Tiezhu's eyes light up, and he straightened his chest, seemingly regaining some confidence.

Then, Lin Miaoyin's eyes flickered slightly, and she suggested, "I've heard that this trial is riddled with monster traps."

"If the four of us stick together, we will not only be safer, but we will also have a better chance of winning when we compete for opportunities."

What are your thoughts?

At this moment, Xiao Muwan put down her wine glass, her brows furrowed slightly, and said resolutely:

"When it comes to opportunities, teaming up can easily create obstacles. I prefer to work alone; let's rely on our own abilities."

She paused, her voice becoming clearer: "If I encounter any of you during the trials, and it concerns my path to enlightenment, I will certainly go all out and show no mercy."

"At that time, please do not hesitate to show consideration for others."

Her tone was frank; speaking openly now would help avoid embarrassment later.

Chen Xu was still plotting how to find an opportunity to eliminate Zhang Erniu during the trial, and acting in a group would undoubtedly be a hindrance.

Moreover, Lin Miaoyin is merely an alchemist and probably doesn't have many offensive or defensive methods.

Acting as a group only benefits her personally.

Chen Xu immediately followed up on Xiao Muwan's words:

"That's only right. When faced with opportunity, everyone should rely on their own abilities."

Seeing that Xiao Muwan and Chen Xu had both refused, Wang Tiezhu patted his chest and grinned at Lin Miaoyin:

"Junior Sister Lin, it's alright, I can go with you."

"I'm tough and can take a beating, you're thoughtful and meticulous, we're a perfect match!"

A complex emotion flashed in Lin Miaoyin's eyes, but she quickly regained her gentle smile and nodded in agreement: "That's fine then, thank you for your care, Senior Brother Wang."