Time flowed like a gentle stream in Jia Ma Sacred City.
Seven months and two weeks passed in the blink of an eye. During this period, Xiao Feng maintained his usual routine—cultivating in seclusion for weeks at a time, then stepping out into the vibrant city streets for fresh air, food, and the occasional moment of leisure.
The Golden Willow Resthouse had practically become his second home. He rarely spoke to others, remaining the quiet and polite young noble in the eyes of the innkeeper and staff. No one suspected that behind that delicate appearance hid a monstrous genius, progressing in cultivation at a speed that would shock even ancient sects.
Thanks to the Wind Spirit Body, his affinity for wind-based cultivation was unparalleled. The flow of wind around him nurtured his Dou Qi, making every breath a subtle improvement, every second of meditation a leap forward.
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Status After 7.5 Months:
Cultivation Level: Peak 7-Star Da Dou Shi
Energy Points: 52,620,000
Daily EP Gain: 330,000
Age: Still 8
Hidden Cultivation Level: 4-Star Dou Zhi Qi (via Earring Artifact)
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The morning sun filtered through the curtains of his private chamber. Xiao Feng opened his eyes from his meditation as wind energy softly stirred around him like a gentle breeze in a valley.
He stood, stretching slightly, his eyes gleaming with calm focus.
> "It's time…" he muttered.
With a thought, the system interface opened in front of him, its familiar blue hue glowing with a gentle hum. His fingers moved quickly, tapping through the shop.
He stopped at a pill he had marked long ago:
Da Dou Shi Advancement Pill (Peak 4th Tier) – Cost: 68,000 EP
—Effect: Instantly increases Da Dou Shi realm by 2 stars.
> Purchase confirmed. 68,000 EP deducted.
New Energy Points: 52,552,000
A glowing jade-green pill materialized in his palm, humming with Dou Qi.
He sat down cross-legged once more, activating his Wind God's Scripture. His Dou Qi cyclone swirled in his dantian, solid and steady like a churning vortex of crystal wind.
As the pill dissolved in his mouth, an eruption of energy burst forth inside him, his crystalline Dou Qi shaking violently before rapidly stabilizing. The power surged through his limbs like a torrent.
His breathing calmed after several minutes as he opened his eyes, filled with a new sharpness.
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Breakthrough Successful!
New Cultivation Level: Peak 9-Star Da Dou Shi
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He stood silently, gazing at his hand as he clenched it gently. The Dou Qi within was heavier, denser, and more fluid in his control.
> "One more push… then I'll step into Dou Ling."
But there was no rush.
For now, he walked over to the window, letting the warm breeze flow across his face. The city below buzzed with life as it always did. Despite his rapid growth, he remained just a silent observer in the eyes of the world.
Still, the feeling lingered—a storm was coming, and Jia Ma Sacred City would be part of it.
He turned away from the window, a faint smile forming on his lips.
Tomorrow, perhaps he would visit the auction house again—or maybe stroll through the nobles' district. For now, he would enjoy the calm.
Because calm never lasted forever.