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Chapter 10: The Red Lake
The next morning, before the sun had fully risen, Zyren raced after his master to the red lake at the end of the valley.The early light of dawn made the run easier, and Zyren quickly closed the distance between himself and his master.His breath was no longer ragged, a marked improvement from when he had first traversed the Poison Valley under the cover of night. By the time he reached the edge of the red lake, his breathing remained steady, and his stamina was well-preserved.“This is the red lake I mentioned,” the master said, gesturing to the lake. “There are no living creatures in it. This lake is poisonous.” The water’s red hue and foul odor confirmed the master’s warning.The old man picked up a large stone with a distinctive shape and handed it to Zyren. “Commit this stone to memory. Use your hands to familiarize yourself with its shape and surface,” the master instructed.“What is the purpose of this stone, master?” Zyren inquired.“I’ll throw it into the lake. Your task is
Chapter 9: Beyond the Limits
The old man arrived just as Zyren was on the brink of death, having inhaled too much toxic gas in Poison Valley.Despite the poison immunity training Zyren had undergone with the old man, it hadn’t been enough to keep him alive in such a treacherous environment.With a calm demeanor, the old man immediately attended to his disciple. He had anticipated that Zyren wouldn’t last through the first day, and this was all part of his plan.Wasting no time, the old man pressed several vital points on Zyren’s body before settling down cross-legged next to him.He poured his energy into Zyren, steadying the young disciple’s heartbeat. Though his pulse returned to normal, Zyren remained unconscious.Next, the old man took out several needles and carefully inserted them into various points on Zyren’s body, from head to toe.These needles were meant to enhance Zyren’s immunity, increasing his chances of survival in Poison Valley, and to induce a deep sleep until the following morning.Nighttime in
Chapter 8: Arrival at the Poison Valley
Ryker unleashed his full power, bracing himself for a fierce fight. Yet, the old man remained calm, showing no sign that he was ready to engage.“Don’t hesitate, young man. Just attack me!” the old man taunted.With a burst of energy, Ryker lunged forward, unleashing a barrage of punches aimed at the old man. Despite their force—strong enough to fell a full-grown cow—the old man effortlessly deflected each blow without even exerting his full strength.Frustrated and intrigued, Ryker decided to use his ultimate technique, the Azure Dragon Strike. However, he had only mastered the first level of this formidable technique, created by the Azure Dragon Sect Master.Once again, the attack proved futile. When their palms collided, Ryker was thrown back violently, blood spilling from his mouth.“You should have thought twice, young man. Even your master would hesitate to challenge me,” the old man remarked coldly. “Zyren, pack our things. We’re leaving.”“Yes, Master,” Zyren replied, immedia
Chapter 7: Commotion at the Tavern
The old man simply sighed as the burly man, provoked by Zyren’s actions, approached them. He understood; he had been young once too.“You need to take responsibility, Zyren. This time, I won’t help you. That man is no weakling. But at least, neither of you has any internal energy,” the old master said calmly.“Don’t worry, master. I’m not afraid to face someone like him. I also want to see how far I’ve come since training with you,” Zyren replied casually, though his recklessness was clear in his voice.“Hey, field rat! It looks like you want to challenge me?” the burly man barked, his voice rough as he closed in on Zyren and the old master.“Yes, it seems like you’re looking for a fight. Let’s settle this outside!” Zyren challenged with a relaxed tone, though his inner anger was palpable.The two young men, close in age, stepped out of the tavern. The old master let Zyren act as he pleased, his curiosity piqued by his student’s progress.“Don’t regret it if I kill you today,” the tal
Chapter 6: Journey to the Valley of Poisons
For nearly a month, Zyren had been studying poisons and their antidotes under his master’s guidance.He also learned about various medicinal concoctions. In addition to being a black-clad warrior, his grandfather was an expert in medicine.Unbeknownst to him, his body’s resilience and strength had drastically increased during his studies.The old man frequently sent him to gather various ingredients, often in the remote corners of the forest.Sometimes, the ingredients were at the tops of towering trees, forcing him to climb to retrieve them. He also had to fend off dangerous animals lurking in the dark forest and dig deep into the earth to find the materials his grandmaster required. Gradually, his body adapted to moving through the forest and staying alert to the constant dangers.Through this training, Zyren was introduced to various rare plants that were beneficial for enhancing physical strength. During his time with his grandfather, he consumed high-quality food provided by the
Chapter 5: Recognizing Poison!
Running from a swarm of angry hornets is a far cry from a regular run; it’s utterly exhausting. Before Zyren could even reach the cave, he collapsed from sheer fatigue. The old man, who had been observing him from above, descended from the tree and effortlessly dispersed the hornets with a single wave of his hand, a chuckle escaping his lips.Moments later, Zyren regained consciousness.“Why didn’t you tell me today’s training would be like this?” Zyren groaned.“On the path to becoming a warrior, you never know who your opponent will be or when they will strike. Sometimes, their weapons arrive before they even reveal themselves.” “If you’re already complaining about being chased by hornets, how do you expect to become a warrior? Today’s training is over. We’ll continue tomorrow,” the old man replied sternly.With his body aching and weary, Zyren trudged home behind his master. He didn’t argue; instead, embarrassment washed over him. He realized that the strength he had once boaste
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