My Martial Dao Has No Bottlenecks

Qiao Mansion.

The once arrogant and domineering third young master of the Xu Family was now taciturn and reserved. Aside from his daily cultivation, he would accompany Qiao Zhi, patiently and gently handling the miscellaneous affairs of the Qiao Family’s remaining businesses.

Qiao Zhi was wary at first, but after several months of observation, it was as if Xu Zhi had become a different person. He was considerate of her in every way and managed the Qiao Family’s businesses with utmost dedication.

Her only wish was for her family’s revival. Now, with the Qiao Family’s trade routes running smoothly under the protection of their marital ties to the Xu Family, and with a doting husband, she felt increasingly content.

Only in the dead of night would the occasional profound, cold glint in Xu Zhi’s eyes betray a hint of his deeply hidden true feelings.

Madam Qiao observed from the sidelines with a cool gaze. She privately told her daughter, "Xu Zhi has been through a great ordeal, so it’s a good thing his temperament has settled. Since he treats you well, you must be even more self-aware. Whatever you do, don’t grow arrogant because you’re being doted on."

"The way of husband and wife values mutual understanding, harmony, and tolerance. Xu Zhi’s position in the Xu Family is weak right now. The best thing for you two is to live a quiet and stable life."

Qiao Zhi nodded in agreement, her heart filled with complex emotions as she watched the back of Xu Zhi practicing his swordplay outside the window.

She would occasionally recall that dazzling figure from the Martial Arts Academy’s True Disciple ceremony. Who could have imagined that he was now like a being from the clouds, completely out of reach?

Meanwhile, in a corner where no one could see him, Xu Zhi’s eyes were as deep and dark as an ancient well as he polished his sword.

His father’s last words echoed in his ears: "Find that thing and leave immediately. Only return when you are strong enough."

He tightened his grip on the hilt of his sword.

’I have to speed things up, find that thing as soon as possible, and then—’

’—disappear without a trace.’

...

Martial Arts Academy.

Courtyard Three on True Inheritance Peak was built against a mountain. It had a three-courtyard layout with green tiles and white walls, ancient pines and green bamboo. A living spring flowed into the yard, making the Spiritual Qi several times denser than in the outside world.

Liang Cheng had been back for two days. Lady Ning was staying in the East Wing; opening her window revealed a newly tilled vegetable patch. She had insisted on it, saying she felt anxious with idle hands.

San Ya and Tieniu were settled in the side rooms of the West Wing. They were registered and officially became Servant Disciples of the Martial Arts Academy. Their daily tasks were to help Lady Ning with cleaning and cooking—a light and stable life.

The procedures for Zhao Yuan to enter the Human Dormitory were completed with extreme speed. The Martial Arts Academy Steward was all smiles throughout the process. Zhao Yuan understood clearly this was all due to the weight of Liang Cheng’s new status as a True Disciple.

’When Liang Cheng first entered the Martial Arts Academy, he had to go through the Great Spring Hunt competition. But now, I’m getting in with just a single word from him?’

’Rules are only for binding ordinary people.’

Liang Cheng personally escorted him to the Human Dormitory and handed him over to Li Mu. Before leaving, Liang Cheng gave him a bottle of Qi Blood Pills and one hundred Contribution Points.

"Competition in the Martial Arts Academy is brutal, and you have to fight for your own resources. This will be enough to get you started. What happens after that is up to you."

Zhao Yuan accepted them solemnly, his eyes burning with determination. "Don’t worry, Senior Brother Liang. I will never disgrace the name of Yangwei Martial Arts Hall. I will strive to advance with relentless drive."

...

After settling all these matters, Liang Cheng could finally focus on his cultivation in peace.

In his Quiet Chamber, he took out the Profound Gold Powder and Earth Vein Stone Milk he had acquired from Elder Huang. The pale gold Profound Gold Powder was as fine as dust, while the Earth Vein Stone Milk was milky-white, thick, and emitted a strange, fragrant aroma.

He added some supplementary ingredients to prepare a medicinal paste. Then he removed his shirt and spread the paste evenly all over his body. Even at his current Realm, his skin still felt a faint stinging sensation, as if countless fine needles were pricking him.

Liang Cheng stimulated his skin with a subtle stream of True Qi. A faint golden light flowed like ripples beneath his skin, its texture like a thousand-layered copper mesh, slowly absorbing and Refining the Medicinal Power.

With his five senses enhanced, he could feel with increasing clarity how every inch of his flesh and muscle was being washed over by the Medicinal Power, growing denser and tougher.

[Stone Armor Skill (Golden Armor): Beginner Level (25/1000)]

An hour later, the Medicinal Power gradually faded. Liang Cheng stood up and stretched his limbs. Without using any True Qi or Qi Blood, relying solely on his physical strength, he threw a punch at the special Trial Stone in the Quiet Chamber.

"DONG!"

A dull thud echoed as if striking a massive log. A shallow Fist Seal was left on the stone’s surface. He estimated that a cultivator at Transformation Force Perfection would have a hard time blocking this punch, which was backed only by his physical strength.

Not to mention the defensive power of the Golden Armor Realm. An ordinary attack from someone in the True Qi Realm Early Stage would probably have a hard time breaking through his Golden Armor defense.

Liang Cheng was very satisfied and continued his cultivation.

The path of the Martial Dao required constant diligence.

「Three days later.」

Liang Cheng finally ended his cultivation session, not because he was tired, but because Lu Qingzhou had paid a sudden visit.

By this time, however, his strength had advanced another step. The nine True Qi Seeds in his Dantian had also grown faintly larger.

[Broken Wave Technique Second Layer: Beginner Level (103/2000)]

[Profound Yin Sword Technique: Beginner Level (160/1500)]

[Wind and Thunder Slash: Minor Success (2843/5000)]

[Stone Armor Skill (Golden Armor): Beginner Level (81/1000)]

Lu Qingzhou had brought a purple sandalwood box. When he opened it, a chilling air rushed out. It was filled with North Sea Cold Iron Sand, the grains a deep blue and as coarse as gravel.

"My father happened to acquire a pound of this some time ago. This substance is extremely cold in nature. When mixed into a medicinal bath, it’s greatly beneficial for tempering the bones and solidifying one’s foundation, especially for Martial Artists who practice Hard Skills."

Before Liang Cheng could refuse, Lu Qingzhou smiled and said, "Consider this a congratulatory gift from my father for your promotion to True Disciple, Junior Brother Liang. There’s no need for such formalities between us."

Hearing this, Liang Cheng didn’t stand on ceremony and accepted the wooden box. "Please thank Uncle Lu for his generous gift. I will remember this and thank him in person when I have the chance."

Seeing Liang Cheng accept the gift, the smile on Lu Qingzhou’s face grew wider. The two sat down at the stone table in the courtyard. San Ya served them some light tea and quietly withdrew.

Lu Qingzhou took a sip of tea, then his smile faded. In a low voice, he said, "I have some leads on the matter you asked me to investigate, Junior Brother."

Liang Cheng’s expression turned serious. "Flipping River Flood Dragon?"

Lu Qingzhou nodded. "Yes. The Lu Family’s merchant ships along the coast have recently reported that after their attack on you, the Black Tide has shrunk its forces, abandoned seven of its outer islands, and vanished without a trace."

"However, some fishing boats have spotted unusual ships near Wuyin Reef that resemble those of the Black Tide. Wuyin Reef is shrouded in thick fog year-round and is littered with hidden reefs, making it easy to defend and hard to attack. It has always been a good hiding spot for Sea Bandits. It’s possible the Black Tide is hiding there."

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