Jiang Shi took out the elixir pills that Yang Hongyu had just rewarded him with.
Chi Huo Daoist's eyes flickered, and he carefully examined them before speaking: "This bottle is the Entering Strength Pill, specifically designed for aiding one in Entering Strength. For those who haven't cultivated power, relying on the Entering Strength Pill can quickly help them cultivate power. For those who already have power, it can greatly accelerate cultivation speed. It's a rare and good thing. It seems General Yang is quite generous.
As for the other bottle, it is the Recovery Pill.
It's the same as the Rejuvenation Pill I gave you before, both used for recovering physical strength."
"Oh? The Entering Strength Pill can accelerate entering strength?"
Jiang Shi's expression changed slightly.
This kind of elixir is extremely important to him.
What he hopes for most right now is to quickly cultivate power.
"Yes, take care to keep it safe, and never let other Jianghu people see it."
Chi Huo Daoist immediately handed the two bottles of elixir back to Jiang Shi.
Jiang Shi nodded lightly and immediately put away the two bottles of elixir.
Next, under the guidance of Chi Huo Daoist, he headed towards the accommodations that the Red Flame Army had prepared for these Jianghu people.
Not long after, Jiang Shi arrived at a small tent.
"Jiang Shi, the configuration the Red Flame Army gave us is for three people to squeeze into one tent. To allow you to quickly cultivate power, Zhenwu Temple specially vacated a tent for you to practice in peace. You will temporarily stay here."
Chi Huo Daoist said.
"Thank you, Elder."
"Hmm, if you need anything, feel free to let me know."
Chi Huo Daoist said.
Jiang Shi nodded once again.
Chi Huo Daoist didn't stay long and immediately turned and left.
Jiang Shi gazed at the empty, brightly tidied tent, feeling a wave of emotion in his heart.
Who could have imagined that his treatment would be elevated to such a level now?
Not only had he received a reward from the General of the Red Flame Army, but even the Elders of Zhenwu Temple had already looked upon him favorably.
"Everything I have now is because of my strength. In this world, strength is indeed the king."
Jiang Shi muttered to himself as he looked at his fists.
This made him even more eager to cultivate power.
He immediately took out an Entering Strength Pill, placed it in his mouth, and began cultivating.
An entire day passed silently.
By evening.
Xiong Kaishan found Jiang Shi again.
"Jiang Shi, about today's events during the day, you won't hold it against the General, right?"
Xiong Kaishan asked.
"No, the General rewarded me with so many things, I'm grateful and haven't had time to repay him, why would I hold it against him?"
Jiang Shi responded.
"That's good, it's all that Zhang Shan's fault!"
Xiong Kaishan instantly gritted his teeth, "He has always been against me, any person I recommend, he will strongly reject. Even when I report military achievements, he mocks and questions them with sarcasm. Although you passed Zhang Shan's level today, you'll likely encounter more trouble in the future, so be careful."
Jiang Shi frowned and said, "For such a small matter, he wouldn't hold a grudge against me, right?"
"You don't understand human nature."
Xiong Kaishan's face darkened, "This person is narrow-minded, like a chicken's stomach, and strikes ruthlessly like a venomous snake. In any case, just be careful."
"Alright, thank you, General, for the warning."
Jiang Shi cupped his hands.
"Hmm, have a good rest. I'll be leaving now."
Xiong Kaishan patted Jiang Shi, stood up, and left.
Jiang Shi frowned.
Damn it.
Even within the Red Flame Army, he encountered such troubles?
Ridiculous!
But he soon stopped thinking about it and took out another Entering Strength Pill and swallowed it.
He had to curse his own aptitude once more.
He had already swallowed six Entering Strength Pills before, yet there wasn't a trace of a reaction inside him.
He refused to believe that after consuming all these Entering Strength Pills, he still couldn't cultivate power.
Time passed quietly.
Unbeknownst to him, a night passed.
By the next morning.
Inside the tent.
Jiang Shi, with bloodshot eyes and disheveled hair, appeared extremely haggard but finally breathed a sigh of relief. Looking at the empty medicine bottle, a highly complex expression appeared on his face.
All ten Entering Strength Pills were consumed in just one night.
At last, they didn't let him down.
When he took the last pill, there was finally a slight reaction inside him, as a grain-sized power began to form.
The appearance of this power excited Jiang Shi greatly.
The emergence of power meant he had officially stepped into the martial arts threshold.
He had become a master of the first level of Entering Strength.
"The biggest difference between power and brute force is the control of power is more at will. Moreover, power can conduct along a weapon or any objects, much like the Inner Power in movies, something brute force can't achieve."
Jiang Shi murmured to himself.
Of course, this bit of power wasn't very significant to him.
His brute force had already reached 6000 jin, akin to the Eighth or even the Ninth Level of Entering Strength compared to others.
But power could provide another benefit.
That is longevity!
People who cultivate power definitely live longer than those who don't.
If he didn't cultivate power, even if his physical strength one day surpassed 100,000 jin, he'd still be a mere ordinary person, unlikely to live past a hundred.
But cultivating power is different.
With each of the eleven levels of Entering Strength he breaks through, his lifespan will greatly increase.
Especially the eleventh level, where lifespan surpasses the 200-year mark.
Who can resist such a temptation?
Moreover, with power, he can perform martial arts techniques, much better than aimlessly swinging a weapon.
"A long way to go."
Jiang Shi sighed slightly.
He immediately continued his practice of the True Martial Gang Force in the tent, as taught by Chi Huo Daoist.
After cultivating power, practicing True Martial Gang Force already felt extraordinary.
As he punched and kicked, a whistling sound followed, vaguely producing a white aura, distinct from the rest.
The next day at noon.
Chi Huo and Chi Long Daoists came again to find Jiang Shi, checking his cultivation progress.
Upon learning Jiang Shi had successfully cultivated the first strand of power, the two immediately rejoiced.
"By the way, Jiang Shi, what is your current strength limit?"
Chi Long Daoist asked.
"Strength limit? About five to six thousand jin."
Jiang Shi answered.
"Five to six thousand jin?"
Chi Long Daoist's eyes widened.
Heavens!
Is this even human strength?
Could Jiang Shi be a demon beast in disguise?
"He definitely isn't a demon beast. I've carefully examined his body, so rest assured, junior brother!"
Chi Huo Daoist laughed.
"That's good, that's good."
Chi Long Daoist forced a smile.
"Jiang Shi, remember my words. Due to your special physique, it's very easy to arouse jealousy. Avoid making appearances if possible during this time."
Chi Huo Elder warned seriously.
"Okay, I will."
Jiang Shi nodded.
He also intended to lie low and develop here.
Staying an extra day adds 100 jin to his strength, which is certainly desirable.
"That's good!"
Chi Huo and Chi Long both nodded repeatedly.
They were genuinely worried that Jiang Shi, full of youthful vigor, might get into disputes with others in the military, which would not bode well.
Time flew by, and five more days passed.
Jiang Shi lived blissfully during those five days.
The only pity was that his realm didn't continue to grow, still at the first level of Entering Strength.
But in terms of strength, he'd already reached a terrifying level of 6600 jin.
It was today.
The entire military camp resounded with the sound of a bell, ringing loudly.
Every figure hurried out in a frenzy.
"Enemy attack, enemy attack!"
Screaming voices echoed throughout the camp.
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