Chapter 66

If asked which of the several martial arts techniques for close combat Tang Tian was least familiar with, it would definitely be the joint techniques. Joint techniques are a unique set of close-range martial arts developed targeting the human joints. Joints are relatively weak points in the human body and are easy to damage. Moreover, strengthening joints is much more difficult than strengthening other parts of the body.

Martial artists skilled in joint techniques are greatly feared. Once a joint technique expert gets close, the nightmare begins, as any part of your body could become their target. These martial artists are often well-versed in the small joints protected by muscles and are adept at destroying them.

However, joint techniques are also very difficult to learn. Apart from the difficulty in obtaining such soul general cards, another important reason is the need for a sparring partner. Without a sparring partner, practicing on a wooden dummy will never lead to true mastery of joint techniques.

This was the problem Tang Tian had been facing. He had already perfected the other four martial arts techniques, and had even grasped the killing moves for the three offensive techniques. Only the joint techniques remained his biggest weakness.

Tang Tian hadn't thought of a solution until just now, when he suddenly realized that the Green Sandalwood Arm Ape, skilled in unarmed combat, would be an excellent sparring partner.

The high-level true energy that caused his body to swell also provided an additional layer of protection. As long as he protected his eyes and other vital areas, he didn't need to worry about getting hurt. He had already tested it; the Green Sandalwood Arm Ape's punches were powerful, but they didn't hurt him at all.

At this thought, Tang Tian felt like laughing out loud. Without a word, he charged recklessly toward the Green Sandalwood Arm Ape.

Bang! Bang! Bang!

The Green Sandalwood Arm Ape's fists continuously hit his body, but Tang Tian didn't dodge. In a moment, he was right in front of the ape, continuously applying various joint techniques.

Thus, an incredibly bizarre scene unfolded. Tang Tian clung to the Green Sandalwood Arm Ape like a plaster, using various throws and locks. Sometimes, he would even lift the ape and slam it to the ground. The ape's fists rained down on Tang Tian's bandaged body.

Everyone was shocked by this fearless fighting style. The bald man's face turned pale, and his lips trembled. This... This is like he doesn't want to live...

The Green Sandalwood Arm Ape's punches were heavy, and each one made Tang Tian's body shudder. But Tang Tian continued to charge forward as if nothing was wrong. The ground was plowed up, and there was no intact spot left.

Tang Tian, like a starving wolf, ignored the rain of punches and tightly hugged the Green Sandalwood Arm Ape's legs.

The sound of flesh meeting flesh made everyone present turn pale.

What... What is he doing?

They stared dumbfounded at Tang Tian, who was hugging the Green Sandalwood Arm Ape's thighs, his hands constantly exploring. A chill ran through everyone's spine.

Could it be... He... He...

Tang Tian, hugging the Green Sandalwood Arm Ape's knee, kept exploring. Amid the sound of punches, his eyes gleamed, and he muttered, "No... The technique seems wrong... Hmm, the back of the knee is too hard, um... It's this!"

Snap!

The Green Sandalwood Arm Ape's punches suddenly stopped, and it let out a piercing scream.

Huff... Huff... Huff...

Tang Tian wiped the sweat-soaked bandages, finally dislocating the ape's knee. His hand moved to the other knee.

The Green Sandalwood Arm Ape's eyes showed fear, but it quickly turned to rage. It attacked Tang Tian wildly, and the ground around him exploded, sending dirt flying.

Snap!

The other knee was dislocated.

Snap! Snap!

The joints in both arms were also dislocated.

The Green Sandalwood Arm Ape lay on the ground like a pile of mud, thrashing wildly but unable to move.

The bald man and his group were utterly terrified. The sight of the bandaged figure was like a devil from hell. They couldn't describe the fear in their hearts. The vivid scene made them shudder.

The Green Sandalwood Arm Ape's wild attacks should have turned Tang Tian into a pile of meat. Was Tang Tian made of steel?

What was even more terrifying was that Tang Tian, amidst such fierce attacks, showed no signs of wavering. His persistence in dislocating joints was seen by the bald man and his group as a sign of extreme obsession and madness!

Suddenly, the Green Sandalwood Arm Ape let out a roar, different from the previous ones, spreading far and wide.

"Bad, it's calling for help!" The bald man panicked, "Big brother, run! It's calling for help!"

Tang Tian's eyes lit up. He was just getting started and wasn't about to leave. He waved his hand, "You guys go ahead."

The bald man hesitated for a moment, but the entire forest was trembling. He shuddered and led the group away.

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The bald man's heart was filled with conflict.

An hour passed, and Tang Tian still hadn't returned. The bald man's heart trembled. Could it be...

If one Green Sandalwood Arm Ape was already terrifying, a group of them would be impossible to resist.

Tang Tian must be dead...

The bald man silently thought, hesitated for a moment, but still slowly approached the pit. He was prepared to run if the situation turned bad. His lightness skills were decent, and the Green Sandalwood Arm Apes didn't like leaving the pit.

Although I'm not happy calling you big brother... but since I called you, I'll do a good deed and collect your body. If you become a ghost, don't come after me...

The bald man muttered to himself as he approached the pit.

Turning the corner, he saw the pit. He held his breath, knowing the Green Sandalwood Arm Apes had sharp hearing. He carefully peeked out from behind the rocks.

His body suddenly stiffened.

The ground was covered with Green Sandalwood Arm Apes, all lying on the ground moaning. Their limbs were all dislocated. At least four or five hundred of them, a spectacular sight.

A bandaged figure, leaning on a knee, was panting heavily. The heavy breathing could be heard clearly even from a distance.

The white bandages were covered in mud and mixed with blood, many places torn and tattered, looking very ragged.

But the bald man didn't feel ragged at all; he was completely stunned.

The spectacular scene before him left him speechless.

"Hey, if you're here, come give me a hand!" Tang Tian suddenly turned his head and shouted toward the bald man's hiding place.

Thud!

The bald man, startled, fell flat on his face.

Tang Tian ignored him, looking at the moaning Green Sandalwood Arm Apes, feeling a sense of accomplishment. In one day, his progress in joint techniques surpassed all his previous practice. He had no idea how many punches he had taken, but his mind was focused on one thing: joint techniques!

The intense attacks were so strong that eventually, even the high-level true energy in his body couldn't fully protect him.

That's why there was blood on his body.

But it was all worth it. This battle brought his understanding of joint techniques to a new level. In such a dangerous state, his focus was unprecedented, and the results were surprisingly good. The gains from today were more than just this; he just needed to return and reflect, and his joint techniques would reach a new level.

His last weakness was about to be addressed.

Every bit of progress made him feel closer to Xing Qianhui and his dreams.

This feeling was wonderful!

With heavy breathing, the bandaged Tang Tian smiled.

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When Tang Tian returned to the outer camp, the entire camp was in an uproar. No one expected him to return alive, and they couldn't imagine him bringing back five hundred soul cores. Everyone looked at Tang Tian with admiration, not fear.

This young man, not much older than them, had accomplished such a miracle!

Yes, this was a miracle!

The usually oppressive outer camp seemed to have a bit more sunshine today.

As soon as Tang Tian returned to the camp, he went into seclusion.

Tang Tian examined his body and was shocked to find that the dangerous true energy inside him had disappeared. He found it strange; it shouldn't have been absorbed so quickly. It wasn't until he discovered a vague object inside his body that he was truly shocked.

The object was like mist, yet like flames, floating quietly in his lower dantian.

There was something new inside his body! Tang Tian was startled and quickly ran into the light gate, finding Uncle Bing, "Uncle Bing, something is wrong with my body."

Uncle Bing's flat voice had a hint of surprise, "Nothing to worry about, that's your martial soul."

"Martial soul?" Tang Tian was taken aback, then relaxed, scratching his head, "Oh, it's a martial soul, scared me there. Wait, that's not right, I'm only at the third stage, I shouldn't have a martial soul, isn't it only at the fourth stage?"

"Generally, yes." Uncle Bing said, "Your situation is special, with high-level true energy and Crane Body Strength. I don't fully understand these things."

Tang Tian was very excited, "So, am I very powerful now?"

"Even though you have a martial soul, you can't use it." Suddenly, Ghost Claw Farmer spoke up.

Tang Tian didn't expect Ghost Claw Farmer to speak but was immediately drawn to his words, "Why?"

"Before the seventh stage, you can't directly use your martial soul." Ghost Claw Farmer explained, "Its greatest use for you now is to establish a connection with your secret treasure, enhancing its power. However, don't expect too much; your martial soul is too weak to significantly enhance the connection."

Tang Tian was greatly disappointed, muttering, "I thought I got a big deal, but it was all for nothing."

"It still has its uses." Uncle Bing said, "Since you have a martial soul, you can open the Martial Soul Hall."

"Martial Soul Hall?" Tang Tian was taken aback; he had never heard of it before.

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