Chapter 8

"Reincarnator Jiang Chen, you possess a talent bestowed by the cycle of reincarnation, allowing you to choose to double the enhancement of one ability you have just obtained."

The once feared and dreaded voice, but at this moment, as it reached his ears, Jiang Chen was slightly taken aback. Then, he recalled that he had another reincarnation talent!

Doubling the enhancement, this was absolutely a heaven-defying ability!

Jiang Chen hesitated between his internal energy and lightness skills. Internal energy was the foundation of all martial arts, while lightness skills were divine techniques for escaping in dangerous situations. However, considering the upcoming plot missions where he might face various major battles, after a moment of hesitation, he ultimately chose to enhance his internal energy.

"Congratulations, Reincarnator Jiang Chen, you have activated your talent. The internal energy from Qiu Qianren has been doubled, enhancing your initial 4th-level internal energy to mid-4th-level internal energy."

Immediately after, a thread of internal energy was born in his dantian, flowing through specific meridians in his body. It felt as if he had undergone countless years of arduous cultivation, everything happening naturally without any discomfort. Jiang Chen felt that the thread of internal energy grew stronger and stronger, starting as a mere thread, it gradually expanded until it became a mighty river, surging ceaselessly.

Such rapid growth from nothing to immense power, but Jiang Chen, who had received all of Qiu Qianren's martial arts memories, felt as if he had personally cultivated for decades. His meridians naturally expanded, his acupoints were unblocked, and especially his limbs, which became exceptionally powerful after the enhancement, were the external manifestation of the Iron Palm and the technique of walking on water.

"Little brother, wake up! What's wrong with you?" Suddenly, Yang Guo's voice rang in his ear, and someone patted his shoulder. Jiang Chen instinctively trembled, and a surge of internal energy rebounded. Yang Guo, caught off guard, was pushed back several steps, feeling a powerful force surge through him. This internal energy was extremely fierce and profound, seemingly even surpassing his own.

"Little brother, you?" Yang Guo was greatly surprised and then laughed bitterly. "I never thought I, Yang Guo, would also have a moment of misjudgment. Little brother, you are truly profound and hidden. I admire you."

Jiang Chen finally came to his senses and saw that Dharma Master Yideng, Zhou Botong, Yinggu, Yang Guo, and Guo Xiang were all looking at him. Especially Zhou Botong, who looked eager to test him. Jiang Chen was not a fool; he quickly realized that he now possessed formidable strength but could not fully control it. Just now, his internal energy must have automatically retaliated, repelling Yang Guo. Everyone present, except for Guo Xiang, were martial arts experts and would have easily seen through it.

He smiled bitterly and hurriedly said to Yang Guo, "Brother Yang, your martial arts are unparalleled. I have always been far inferior to you. Dharma Master Yideng, Elder Zhou, and Elder Yinggu are all martial arts experts. I dare not show my meager skills in front of you all."

Dharma Master Yideng, seeing that Jiang Chen, who possessed supreme martial arts, willingly allowed Yinggu to strike his acupoints and did not break free, clearly intended to fulfill the last wish of Cien. Although Jiang Chen ultimately killed Cien, he also resolved all the grievances between them, allowing Cien to pass away without any regrets. He then smiled and said, "Young hero, there's no need to be too modest."

Yinggu then took out two spirit foxes from her bosom and said to Yang Guo, "Young Master Yang, you have done a great deed. I have nothing to repay you with, so please take these two creatures."

Yang Guo took one and thanked her, "I am grateful for your gift."

Dharma Master Yideng said, "Nephew Yang, take both spirit foxes. You don't need to kill them. Just cut the veins in their legs and take a small cup of blood each day. Alternate between the two foxes, and your friend will recover from any internal injuries."

Yang Guo and Yinggu were both delighted and said, "If we can save the foxes' lives, that would be even better." Yang Guo then took the foxes and bid farewell to Dharma Master Yideng, Zhou Botong, and Yinggu. Yinggu added, "After you take the foxes' blood, release them on the spot. They will find their way back."

Zhou Botong suddenly interjected, "Emperor Duan, Yinggu, come to my Hundred Flowers Valley. I'll show you how to command bees. I've also learned a new palm technique, hehe, it's amazing. Brother Yang, after you heal your friend, bring this little brother and the little girl to visit."

Yang Guo laughed and said, "If there are no other matters, I will certainly come to seek guidance from the three elders." He then bowed and took his leave.

The two spirit foxes looked at Yinggu with rolling eyes, chirping pitifully. Yinggu scolded, "Young Master Yang will spare your lives, so stop making noise." Guo Xiang reached out to stroke the foxes' heads, smiling to comfort them.

Jiang Chen, feeling a bit guilty for calculating and killing Cien, did not say much, only bowed to bid farewell.

On the way back, due to Jiang Chen killing Cien, Guo Xiang was somewhat angry and unwilling to speak to him. Yang Guo, seeing this, knew that she was a kind-hearted young girl and smiled.

Jiang Chen's great revenge was achieved... No, he had successfully calculated and killed Cien, also known as Qiu Qianren, and finally obtained the supreme martial arts he had longed for. On the journey, he was in a state of excitement, absorbing and accepting the internal energy and martial arts from Qiu Qianren.

Cien, also known as the Iron Palm of the Iron Palm Sect, was renowned in the martial world as Iron Palm Water Drifter. His martial arts were extremely high, not far behind the likes of the Eastern Heretic, Western Poison, Southern Emperor, and Northern Beggar. Now, with his internal energy doubled, it could be said that in the world of "The Return of the Condor Heroes," no one could match him in terms of internal energy. Even Yang Guo, who had practiced for sixteen years by the sea, was not as strong as him. If he diligently practiced, it would not take long for him to become the undisputed first under heaven!

Returning to the Ten Thousand Beasts Manor with Yang Guo, Guo Xiang, and the Condor, the Shi brothers were overjoyed to see Yang Guo with two spirit foxes. They immediately cut the foxes' legs to take blood, and Shi Shugang took the blood and began to cultivate to heal his injuries.

That evening, a grand banquet was held at the Ten Thousand Beasts Manor, with Yang Guo seated at the head of the table. Yang Guo invited Jiang Chen to sit beside him, and although the others were curious, they did not say much.

Jiang Chen took his seat and saw that the table was filled with exotic meats such as gorilla lips, wolf legs, bear paws, and deer fetuses. Many of these dishes were things that others had never tasted in their lives, and this evening, there were dozens of them, truly satisfying his appetite.

The Shi brothers and the West Mountain Ghosts no longer spoke of gratitude to Yang Guo, knowing that their lives were saved by him. They were willing to do anything for him, no matter the cost. At the banquet, everyone engaged in lively conversation, discussing the strange and interesting stories of the martial world. Jiang Chen, now a martial arts master, felt a great burden lifted and joined in the conversation with everyone. Only the young Guo Xiang was quietly worried, thinking about parting with Yang Guo.

After a few rounds of drinks, suddenly, a monkey in the forest outside began to cry out, and soon, dozens of monkeys joined in. Jiang Chen was slightly taken aback but quickly realized that it must be the clumsy Shifu Guo who had come to confront them. The Shi brothers, however, could not help but show a hint of concern.

Shi Mengjie said, "Brother Yang, Brother Jiang, and the West Mountain brothers, please remain seated. I will go and check." He then hurriedly stood up and rushed out of the hall.

Everyone knew that a powerful enemy had arrived in the forest, but with so many skilled experts present, even the strongest enemy was not to be feared. The Ghost of Death said, "It would be best if Prince Huo Du came. We can fight him and let Brother Shi vent his anger..." Before he could finish, they heard Shi Mengjie shouting from outside, "Who has come to my manor at night? Please stop!"

A woman's voice replied, "Is there a short, big-headed man in this house? I want to ask him where he took my sister."

Guo Xiang, hearing her sister's voice, was both surprised and delighted. Yang Guo, recognizing Guo Fu's voice, also deduced Guo Xiang's identity, which made him feel a deep sense of nostalgia. The infant he had once held in his arms had grown into a tall and graceful young woman.

On the verge of parting, Yang Guo, living up to his reputation as a heartbreaker, revealed Guo Xiang's identity and gave her three golden needles, granting her three wishes.

The innocent Guo Xiang, overwhelmed with emotion, immediately made her first wish: to see Yang Guo's true face.

Yang Guo complied, and Jiang Chen was fortunate enough to see the handsome face of the great Yang. He snorted in disdain: "Not that impressive, just a bit, two, three, four points more handsome than me..."

Seeing Yang Guo's true face, Guo Xiang was completely smitten and made her second wish: for Yang Guo to come to her birthday on October 24th.

Although Yang Guo felt that this wish was a bit childish, he still agreed.

Despite her deep reluctance, Guo Xiang eventually left with Guo Fu. Yang Guo did not linger, and Jiang Chen, who had wanted to learn more from this great master, saw his hopes dashed by Yang Guo's graceful departure.

Subsequently, Jiang Chen also bid farewell. As he left, the Shi brothers gave him a large amount of gold, which he shamelessly accepted after a brief show of modesty. As the saying goes, money is not everything, but without money, you are nothing. Although he was now a martial arts expert, without money, even a martial arts expert would have to kneel!