Chapter 44

Closing his eyes, Zhao Feng began to ponder the profound techniques of the "Star Pointing Finger" in his mind.

After several hours of enlightenment, Zhao Feng gained some understanding. Indeed, it was much more difficult than the advanced martial arts he had practiced before. In terms of difficulty, only the "Drifting Lingdu" could be compared to it.

However, the "Star Pointing Finger" was not only difficult; it also had a certain level of danger. Activating martial arts internal energy in a specific way and condensing it to the extreme could result in severe injury if there was the slightest mistake.

This danger无形中增加了修炼的阻力。

Fortunately, Zhao Feng had a powerful left eye. Whenever he activated the ability of his left eye, his concentration, reaction, comprehension, and analytical skills far exceeded those of ordinary people, making it very difficult for mistakes to occur.

无形中, the danger of the "Star Pointing Finger" was reduced to the minimum by Zhao Feng.

It took him a day or two to barely master the first level of the "Star Pointing Finger."

The first level of the "Star Pointing Finger" focused on the technique of channeling all strength into a single line, generating a powerful piercing force.

After mastering the first level, Zhao Feng could pierce through a hard stone tablet with a light finger, without using martial arts internal energy.

Next, he continued to learn the second level of the "Star Pointing Finger."

The second level was even more difficult, requiring the condensation of all strength into a single point, creating a burst of power.

It took Zhao Feng six or seven days to master just the second level.

However, the results were significant. The power of the second level of the "Star Pointing Finger" was slightly superior to that of a fully developed advanced martial art.

In other words, Zhao Feng's second level "Star Pointing Finger" had an attack power that could rival the best of the Zhao clan's young generation, with only Zhao Linlong possibly surpassing him.

After breaking through the second level, the progress of cultivation became increasingly slow and arduous.

In the following half month,

Zhao Feng devoted himself to comprehending and practicing, barely reaching the peak of the second level of this finger technique.

To break through to the third level, Zhao Feng finally encountered a bottleneck, which could not be overcome in the short term.

"This finger technique is indeed difficult. I wonder what it will be like when I break through to the fourth level."

Zhao Feng's expectations grew even greater.

Once the "Star Pointing Finger" breaks through to the fourth level, it can generate remote finger force, piercing through the air to injure, almost matching the advantages of a martial arts master.

In the past, Zhao Yusong also practiced this finger technique and took at least one or two years to break through to the second level.

However, Zhao Feng reached the peak of the second level in just over twenty days.

"This is not the most difficult. The move that the young girl used in the Blood Python Canyon was even more profound and mysterious..."

Zhao Feng thought of the "Mysterious Wind Palm" in the left eye space.

Of course, Zhao Feng did not aim too high and took it step by step, slowly advancing.

Martial arts techniques also progress step by step; it's impossible to achieve everything at once.

...

After achieving initial success in several martial arts, Zhao Feng focused his efforts on cultivation and martial arts internal energy.

In the Blood Python Cave, Zhao Feng's body absorbed a vast amount of blood spring energy and the medicinal power of rare treasures.

At the time, the medicinal power was not fully absorbed, leaving some residue in his body.

After returning, Zhao Feng practiced martial arts daily, further absorbing the remaining medicinal power.

In a blink, another half month passed.

Zhao Feng completely absorbed the remaining medicinal power in his body.

At this point, his cultivation reached the peak of the fifth level, just a step away from the sixth level of martial arts.

As for martial arts internal energy, it even exceeded the peak of the fifth level, almost matching that of a sixth-level martial artist.

Now, if Zhao Feng wanted to break through to the sixth level of martial arts, there was no bottleneck, and he did not even need the assistance of the three thousand-year-old medicinal herbs.

"In a few more days, I will naturally break through to the sixth level."

Zhao Feng had a strong intuition about the changes in his body.

In fact, most martial artists have a similar feeling just before breaking through.

He decided to stop the intense cultivation and let his body relax a bit.

Just then, Zhao Yufei from the neighboring family came over to spar with Zhao Feng.

A month and a half had passed since the family martial arts meeting, and Zhao Yufei's cultivation had reached the peak of the fourth level, and it looked like she was about to break through to the fifth level.

"Brother Zhao Feng, I want to see your new martial arts."

Zhao Yufei smiled playfully, her face tinged with a slight blush, and she stood there in a light green dress, looking like a fairy.

"Sure."

Zhao Feng nodded, eager to try out the new martial arts he had learned.

In the courtyard, the two figures moved in a blur.

First, it was the footwork and body movement.

Zhao Feng used the "Lingwei Step," making his movements and steps elusive and graceful, impossible to predict.

When the "Lingwei Step" was used to its limit, it seemed as if several afterimages of Zhao Feng overlapped in the same spot.

Speed was originally Zhao Yufei's strength, but in front of Zhao Feng, she was completely overpowered.

Both of them practiced advanced footwork and body movement techniques, and their realms were not much different, but there was a noticeable gap in power and effect.

Zhao Yufei was greatly puzzled.

During the sparring, Zhao Feng's cultivation was even lower than hers.

Even in terms of martial arts internal energy, both of them practiced the "Lingdu Qi Jue."

"Yufei's physical condition is not as good as mine, and I have the lightness foundation of the 'Drifting Lingdu,' giving me an advantage in footwork."

Zhao Feng explained half-truthfully.

The real reason was that the "Lingwei Step" and the "Drifting Lingdu" were from the same lineage, and Zhao Feng used the "complementary cultivation" method to elevate this footwork to a level beyond top-tier martial arts.

Next, it was the offensive martial arts.

Zhao Feng controlled the "Star Pointing Finger" to near the second level, and with one finger, he released a force like a needle, with astonishing piercing power.

As a result, Zhao Yufei almost got injured after just one move and found it difficult to resist.

"Brother Zhao Feng's finger technique is probably a top-tier martial art."

Zhao Yufei was slightly surprised and showed a hint of envy.

Top-tier martial arts were extremely rare, and among the Zhao clan's young generation, only Zhao Linlong, Zhao Feng, and Zhao Feng had the opportunity to practice and comprehend them.

"Indeed, it is a top-tier martial art."

Zhao Feng smiled, satisfied with the power of the "Star Pointing Finger."

Just as the two were discussing and sparring,

"Ha ha, Sister Yufei, I came to spar with you, but you weren't at home. I see you're here."

A man's laughter echoed, with a sense of superiority and ease.

On the courtyard wall, a young man in a golden robe, about seventeen or eighteen years old, stood gracefully, calm and composed, looking at Zhao Yufei with a smile.

Zhao Linlong!

Zhao Feng's brows furrowed.

This was his home, and now Zhao Linlong was standing on the courtyard wall without the owner's permission.

"Brother Linlong."

Zhao Yufei smiled slightly, maintaining the surface politeness.

After all, the visitor was the top-ranked young talent of the clan and the adopted son of the clan head, with a special status.

"Brother Linlong, are you here to spar with me again?"

Zhao Yufei's face was expressionless.

Recently, Zhao Linlong had been finding her from time to time, sometimes to spar, sometimes to discuss martial arts.

Each time they met, Zhao Yufei could feel the intense admiration in Zhao Linlong's eyes, making her feel uncomfortable.

"Indeed, I believe Sister Yufei won't refuse."

Zhao Linlong's words were filled with confidence.

He did not step into the courtyard but remained on the wall.

From start to finish, he did not even glance at Zhao Feng, the owner.

"Thank you for your kindness, Brother Linlong, but Brother Zhao Feng just sparred with me..."

Zhao Yufei politely declined with a smile.

Being able to spar with the top talent of the Zhao clan would be a dream come true for any Zhao clan girl, but Zhao Yufei felt some inexplicable resistance towards Zhao Linlong.

Zhao Linlong exuded a sense of arrogance and superiority, as if being chosen by him was an honor.

In contrast, Zhao Feng, being from a branch family like her, made her feel close and natural, with no pressure.

"Who?"

Zhao Linlong "finally" noticed Zhao Feng's presence.

He glanced at Zhao Feng, smiled without speaking, clearly indifferent and unwilling to explain.

"Then it's settled. Today, I have another matter to discuss with Sister Yufei."

Zhao Linlong shrugged, changing the subject.

"Brother Linlong, please speak."

"About this matter... I need to talk to Yufei alone."

Zhao Linlong glanced at Zhao Feng, seemingly intentionally or unintentionally.

"Brother Zhao Feng, I'll be going now."

Zhao Yufei said with a hint of apology and greeted Zhao Feng.

Then, the two left together, leaving Zhao Feng in the courtyard.

"Is Zhao Linlong pursuing Yufei..."

Zhao Feng finally realized something.

On the other side,

Zhao Linlong took Zhao Yufei to a secluded place.

"Yufei, in half a month, the annual 'Genius Summit' in Yuyang City will begin, hosted by the first beauty of Yuyang City, 'Qi Mengyu.' At that time, the geniuses of the major forces and families in Yuyang City will be invited to participate."

Zhao Linlong paused slightly.

Genius Summit! The first beauty of Yuyang City?

A hint of surprise and anticipation flashed in Zhao Yufei's clear eyes.

She had heard of the Genius Summit, which was a gathering for the young geniuses of the entire Yuyang City to spar and discuss.

The so-called four great geniuses of Yuyang City were determined through the "Genius Summit."

"This is the grand gathering of the young generation of Yuyang City! As the top talent of the Zhao clan, I have the right to recommend five participants."

Zhao Linlong smiled.

"Oh? The Genius Summit, the first beauty of Yuyang City, I really want to see it."

Zhao Yufei blinked her beautiful eyes, showing great interest.

"By the way, who are the other participants you recommended?"

Zhao Yufei asked.

"Zhao Feng, Zhao Han, Zhao Qin, and Zhao Qing..."

Zhao Linlong did not hide it.

"Wait! Why isn't Brother Zhao Feng included? He was third in the clan meeting."

Zhao Yufei suddenly interjected.

"Zhao Feng?"

Zhao Linlong said indifferently, "He is just a branch family member. During the martial arts meeting, he didn't even have the courage to challenge me. Such a person is dispensable at the 'Genius Summit.'"

"Brother Zhao Feng's strength is still there..."

Zhao Yufei felt a bit reluctant.

"Ha ha, don't worry, Yufei. I have a premonition that I will break through to the sixth level of martial arts in a few days. Then, I have a chance to become the top of the four great geniuses. Therefore, who I