Cultivation: Starting from a Mortal Bone

The matter of Qin Yu’s root bone was already clear to Su Xihe and Liu Zixiao.

It’s just that, for nearly three months now, there hasn’t been the slightest change, so it’s merely a matter of skepticism.

Although ancient texts do mention severe injuries that could lead to a decline in root bone, recovering from them is extremely difficult, almost impossible.

After all, even Su Xiyue’s forced use of a forbidden technique did not damage the root bone, showing how severe such an injury would be.

It’s normal for them not to believe it.

”Though I didn’t perceive it in detail at the time, I felt that Qin Yu’s root bone should have undergone a change, but whether it was an improvement, I couldn’t determine.”

At the time, Liu Zixiao wanted to ask Qin Yu after leaving the main hall, but there were too many people around, and those elders were secretly observing; any action would undoubtedly arouse unnecessary suspicion.

Therefore, even with some suspicions in mind, she did not test Qin Yu’s root bone right then.

”Didn’t you notice?”

Liu Zixiao suddenly looked at the Sect Leader.

”Uh.”

Su Xihe’s lips twitched slightly.

She indeed noticed some changes in Qin Yu, but did not associate them with the root bone.

”Could it be you’re afraid your disciple will be lured by those little vixens?”

Liu Zixiao stood behind her, suddenly lowered herself, and whispered in her ear.

Just enough to make a point.

As the Sect Leader was about to get angry, she returned to normal, saying, ”If you want to know, just call him over to verify.”

”Indeed.”

Su Xihe rose, but then thought of something, turned back, and said indifferently to Liu Zixiao, ”You go call him.”

”Okay.”

Only after Liu Zixiao agreed did she realize something was amiss, her eyes narrowed slightly, causing the Sect Leader to feel somewhat unnatural.

Haha.

True sisters—when they set traps for each other, there’s no holding back!

”Weren’t we going to verify together? Why not go together then.”

She didn’t mind.

After all, they’ve already seen each other.

The two exchanged glances and then decided not to mention it, waiting for Qin Yu to finish his medicated bath.

In fact, both were curious and wanted to sense it, yet feared seeing things they shouldn’t.

After all, compared to the eyes, sensing is even clearer in ’seeing’!

At this moment, both felt time was passing slowly.

Until the day darkened, Qin Yu finally emerged from the Alchemy Room.

He wore a joyous expression.

On the cusp of breaking through Foundation Establishment.

Speaking of which, with every realm breakthrough, he seemed to have no bottleneck, everything happened naturally.

Upon reaching the front courtyard, he saw the Sect Leader and Master Liu sitting there.

”Master, Master Liu.”

Qin Yu habitually glanced at them, then respectfully greeted them.

”Hmm.”

The Sect Leader responded, her gaze straight onto him.

Just like Liu Zixiao.

Spirit Bone, although it can autonomously absorb Spiritual Qi from heaven and earth, it’s actually a negligible amount.

The difference between lower grade spirit bone and middle grade spirit bone mainly shows in the absorption and refinement speed of Spiritual Qi during cultivation, and the bearing capacity of the meridians and Dantian.

Of course, if felt and observed closely, some differences can still be found.

Su Xihe and Liu Zixiao exchanged a glance.

Then, Liu Zixiao spoke, ”Qin Yu, come over.”

”Yes.”

After Qin Yu answered, he approached respectfully, standing beside the two masters.

”Hand.”

Qin Yu, puzzled, raised his head slightly to look at Liu Zixiao, hesitated for a moment, then slowly extended his hand.

About the root bone matter, he had mentioned it briefly before, and with the two masters being around day and night, it was almost impossible to hide.

As for the flame...

At that time, Su Xiyue did not notice it, so it should be fine.

In just an instant, Liu Zixiao’s expression changed subtly, blurting out, ”Qin Yu, your root bone is...”

”Yes.”

Qin Yu directly admitted, causing both masters to sit still.

The Sect Leader couldn’t hold back either, ultimately getting up and grasped Qin Yu’s wrist.

This was the first time the two had physical contact.

After the urgency passed, the Sect Leader’s jade hand trembled slightly, instinctively wanting to withdraw, but since it was already in contact...

Driven by curiosity, she began to sense.

First, naturally, to determine Qin Yu’s root bone.

Upon contact, it became clear to feel the change.

Middle grade spirit bone!

No mistake.

After confirming the root bone, the Sect Leader still didn’t release her hand, but continued to sense Qin Yu’s internal condition.

Moments later, her brows furrowed even deeper.

What’s the situation?!

Didn’t this guy say he suffered extremely severe injuries leading to a root bone decline?!

But in the Sect Leader’s perception, this guy is as strong as an ox.

Wrong!

Stronger than an ox, by countless times!

Never mind any hidden injuries, when Qin Yu’s blood surged, she actually heard the sound of it flowing like rivers.

If Qin Yu wasn’t standing right in front of her, she’d suspect this guy was actually a Barbaric Beast.

This is considered a hidden injury?!

Does he misunderstand hidden injuries?

Or say...

Has his hidden injury already healed?

If so, it would mean Qin Yu’s root bone is only at the level of middle grade spirit bone.

Though better than lower grade spirit bone, it’s still challenging to reach the Golden Core Realm, requiring plenty of resources!

Su Xihe was unexpectedly a bit disappointed, thus asked, ”Is your injury... healed?”

”No.”

Qin Yu shook his head, under the astonished gaze of the two masters, still seriously said, ”Disciple feels only partly recovered, not fully healed.”

”...”

Even Liu Zixiao, who had released her grip, couldn’t help but hold his wrist again.

This made Qin Yu feel very comfortable.

Was this equivalent to holding the hands of two masters at once?!

Especially being in close contact with the Sect Leader, made him involuntarily recall the scene he saw when using the Celestial Eye that day.

White as beautiful jade.

Just the thought made his anger rise.

’Gulp!’

Qin Yu’s throat moved, hurriedly diverting his gaze, yet his body reacted naturally, making him bend slightly.

The Sect Leader and Liu Zixiao were still sensing for his so-called hidden injury at that moment; suddenly sensing his accelerated blood, in puzzlement, they looked at him.

Then.

They saw...

This usually honest disciple rising in respect towards them.

Su Xihe’s gaze instantly turned cold, decisively releasing his hand.

Well, well, well!

Talking about respecting the master and honoring the path.

”How dare you even have a reaction, huh?!”

Today, showing a reaction, does it mean later...

If he dares!

Liu Zixiao couldn’t help but secretly spit.

This disciple truly is... hard to describe.

What kind of disciple flaunts before their own masters?!