Holy Fist
Chapter 362 - 184 Martial Artist Mystery_2

Chapter 362: 184 Martial Artist Mystery_2

Bai Xiao stopped in his tracks and fell silent for a moment.

"No, I am me, and Wu Binghe is Wu Binghe. We may be similar, but we are absolutely not the same. The paths he and I have taken are actually two different paths..."

"The paths are the same, but the endpoints are completely opposite."

He resumed walking, his tall figure disappearing into the night of the corridor.

Wu Binghe is silent and cold, lonely yet strong. Bai Xiao is indeed quite similar. However, when Bai Xiao interacts with Wu Binghe, he can feel the negativity and silence deep in the other’s heart, a sense of powerlessness that slides into the abyss. However, Bai Xiao is the exact opposite; his astonishing talent has given him unprecedented self-confidence. Bai Xiao firmly believes in himself, unconditionally trusts himself.

Even to the point of being blindly arrogant.

The most egotistical trait is narcissism, and narcissists are extremely confident.

And this, precisely, was what Wu Binghe lacked at the time. Perhaps that is why he took such good care of Bai Xiao, because he sensed the self-confidence in Bai Xiao that was completely opposite to his own. Even knowing he would be dragged into nightmares of fear time and again, he was not in despair. It was like another mentality within himself.

...

At eight o’clock in the evening, Bai Xiao was called to the Martial Arts Building for a meeting.

In the conference hall, all the Elders were present, even the severely injured Sect Leader Yan Qi sat in the main seat. A faint scent of medicine permeated the air.

The meeting began by discussing the Martial Arts Exchange Conference and greatly praising Bai Xiao’s contributions. Then, it moved on to the Dark World Fighting Contest, which Bai Xiao would also attend alone. In the latter half of the meeting, Yan Qi mentioned the Evil Ghost Court and Horror Bird Organization, according to information from the Martial Arts Association. This information also mentioned a major event that recently occurred on the Eastern Coast.

In simple terms, the remnants of the battle with the Fierce Bird Sect and the residual forces from the terrorist attacks on the Eastern Coast suddenly disappeared at sea. A mysterious force took them away, and they issued harsh threats of revenge.

The targets for revenge, of course, were the Metal Council and the Martial Arts Association.

Recently, as one of the organizers, the Martial Arts Association was about to launch the Dark World Fighting Contest. It was likely that the Evil Ghost Court would manipulate this event. They have always acted recklessly internationally.

Once they suffer a setback, they persistently seek revenge.

"The power of the Evil Ghost Court is so great that they even dare to meddle with the Dark World Fighting Contest? You should know that this is an event jointly organized by all major sects. If the Evil Ghost Court makes a move, they will not be facing just the Martial Arts Association; all the sects’ gyms will act..."

An Elder said in a low voice.

"The power of the Evil Ghost Court in Huaisui City is said to be just the tip of the iceberg. The headquarters of the Evil Ghost Court are abroad, and most of their power is outside. If they truly mobilize, it’s hard to say..." another Elder explained.

After a discussion, they concluded that if the sky falls, there will be taller people to support it, and ended this topic. Half an hour later, the meeting ended, and the many Elders dispersed. However, Bai Xiao was retained by Yan Qi and Chen Liao.

In the conference hall, on top of a long rectangular table covered with a red tablecloth.

"Thud."

After a muffled sound.

An antique wooden box was placed on top.

Bai Xiao was slightly taken aback, he glanced at Chen Liao and asked.

"What is this?"

"Open it and see."

Chen Liao smiled, his wrinkled old face blooming like a chrysanthemum.

Bai Xiao reached out, took it and opened it to see.

Inside was an object wrapped in white silk, heavy, solid and hard to the touch, feeling somewhat like jade.

He lifted the silk, and in the palm of his hand was a blood-colored crystal stone.

"It looks a bit like Blood Salt..."

He touched the smooth surface, murmuring to himself.

"Exactly, it is related to Blood Salt, but this object is much more precious. This is a Blood Core, it can create Blood Salts. The reason why Blood Salt has the effect of protecting spiritual will and enhancing sensory sharpness is bestowed by the Blood Core..." Yan Qi came over slowly, speaking in a low voice.

"Oh?"

Bai Xiao’s eyes lit up, but he still had some doubts.

Next to him, Chen Liao continued to explain, "The Blood Core is a special product of the deep world, besides being able to create Blood Salts. Its main effect is to significantly enhance the spiritual will and sensory sharpness of the user..."

"Any Secret Martial Cultivator finds it hardest to enhance their own spiritual will. A robust spiritual will can bring an overwhelming momentum in battle, and the overall talent for cultivation will also be strengthened. For instance, in the Martial Fighter Realm, those who have taken Blood Core will definitely progress faster..."

"Even if there are Martial Artists practicing techniques like Witnessing or Intimidation in terms of spiritual will, the Blood Core would be even more precious to them..."

Bai Xiao nodded thoughtfully, finally understanding.

For him, this item seemed quite useful. After all, the Magic Bird Secret Scripture was essentially a special type of secret spiritual martial art. Its effectiveness depended not only on Bai Xiao’s own strength but also on the gap in mental will between the combatants. He had a personal panel, and although the attributes in his four dimensions had been continuously improving since he began cultivating, the attribute of mental will was always the slowest to improve. Even if it was stronger than others, it wasn’t by much.

If he could take a Blood Core, significantly enhancing his will attribute, then at the upcoming Dark World Combat Competition, the fear field generated by the Magic Bird Secret Scripture could likely have an even greater effect, which would also be beneficial for his subsequent cultivation.

"Sect Leader, Master, do you mean to give this to me?"

Bai Xiao held the box and looked up to ask.

"Yes."

Yan Qi smiled and nodded.

"Of course, it’s for you, you rascal. Aren’t you the only one from Fierce Bird Sect participating in the Dark World Combat Competition? Who else would we give it to?"

Chen Liao laughed without words and shook his head.

He walked over and patted Bai Xiao on the shoulder, advising him.

"Quickly take it, the effects of the Blood Core will continue for a while..."

Two minutes later, a figure slowly walked out of the Martial Arts Building.

The gym, belonging to Bai Xiao’s Martial Arts Arena room.

The lights were bright, the white ceramic tiles and the floor slightly reflective, and on one side, there was a resting area with a layer of gray carpet, simple and elegant. A figure in loose combat attire sat cross-legged, continuously adjusting his breathing rate.

Slowly, his mood stabilized, and his state reached its best.

Bai Xiao opened his eyes, took out a palm-sized wooden box.

Slowly opened it, his fingers pinched a red crystal inside.

Under the light, the red crystal flickered slightly, emitting a fascinating brilliance similar to a ruby, with a hint of allure.

He took a deep breath, without hesitation opened his mouth, and swallowed it.

With a gulp, the Blood Core entered his stomach, a surge of heat spreading out.