Chapter 248: The Effect of Body Refinement
Tang San and the others gradually began to wake up, but everyone not only felt sore all over, they generally only lasted one or two hours. Even Tang San, who had cultivated under the waterfall, didn't reach three hours.
Especially after they woke up, the numbness gradually disappeared. Every inch of skin all over their bodies felt as if it had been pricked by countless needles. This pain even went deep into their bones, making them wish they were dead rather than alive.
Moreover, this pain was continuous, and they would remain in this extreme pain for a long time to come, looking incredibly miserable.
But compared to them, who had already been unconscious for several hours, Yang Xiong was still alone on the Sunken Silver Pillar, continuing to endure the pounding of the Sea Waves.
By now, it had been a full ten hours since they first started cultivating, and everyone was a little stunned by Yang Xiong's condition.
Tang San couldn't help but ask, "Senior Bo Saixi, how long has Yang Xiong been cultivating now? Didn't he rest in between?"
Bo Saixi looked at Yang Xiong's appearance and said lightly, "Up to now, Yang Xiong has been doing Tidal Body Tempering for ten hours. Let alone this being his first time doing Tidal Body Tempering, even Sea Dragon Douluo back then could only last this long in the end. Yang Xiong's physical fitness is indeed very good."
Even Bo Saixi was a little impressed at this moment. She was well aware of the pain of Tidal Body Tempering, and this was only Yang Xiong's first time. This duration was indeed a bit exaggerated.
Tang San seemed to think of something and said, "Senior, is Yang Xiong's physical fitness so strong because his Martial Soul is his own body?"
Bo Saixi nodded, "There is indeed a certain relationship, but this is not the most crucial point. I can be sure that Yang Xiong must have undergone very cruel training, and his body has broken through its limits countless times, which is why he is so strong."
"Purely in terms of physical fitness, Yang Xiong is already comparable to a Titled Douluo around level ninety-five, or even stronger. Among all the people I have seen in my life, I'm afraid no one is as dedicated to physical cultivation as he is."
Tang San asked somewhat puzzled, "Senior, how did Yang Xiong cultivate such terrifying physical fitness? Why can't ordinary Soul Masters reach this realm no matter how they cultivate?"
Bo Saixi shook her head, "I don't know about that, but looking at Yang Xiong's current body and Martial Soul, he should have had many fortuitous encounters, and his Martial Soul has probably evolved multiple times. Purely in terms of Martial Soul strength, I'm afraid it's no weaker than the top Martial Souls in the world."
Tang San was greatly surprised when he heard this and couldn't help but think of the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum that Chrysanthemum Douluo had mentioned in the Star Dou Great Forest. If he had also consumed the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum, he might have been able to open up his eight meridians and cultivate the Indestructible Body.
Everyone couldn't help but look at Ning Rongrong when they heard this. Ning Rongrong grew up with Yang Xiong and was more aware of Yang Xiong's cultivation over the years, and she knew about every change in Yang Xiong's Martial Soul.
Ning Rongrong thought carefully for a moment before speaking, "I don't know about this either, but Little Xiongzi's Martial Soul does seem to have changed. Do you remember when he first joined Shrek Academy, his Martial Soul was Silver, and now it's Blood Red?"
"And I remember when he first started school, his Martial Soul had no color, and his body didn't change when he summoned his Martial Soul and Soul Rings, but it turned Silver when he went to Shrek."
"Also, he is Bone Grandfather's disciple, and Bone Grandfather seemed to have been paying attention to his Body Refinement for a long time. He never let me touch the poisonous medicine for Body Refinement."
Bo Saixi on the side nodded, "Perhaps Yang Xiong is tempering his body with poisonous medicine and heavenly materials and earthly treasures, making his body and internal organs stronger. Perhaps he really has a boundless future?"
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On the Sunken Silver Pillar, Yang Xiong's body seemed to have reached its limit at this moment. He was incredibly painful all over, and every cell felt as if it was being impacted by the Sea Waves. The pain even began to gradually penetrate his bones, especially in the waves of Sea Waves, it was as if fine iron was being tempered repeatedly in fire.
Yang Xiong knew very well that this Tidal Body Tempering was the greatest opportunity on Sea God Island, and it was the best for his body on Sea God Island. Under extreme pain, he could temper his body to a stronger level.
Especially since his body was his Martial Soul, tempering his body with Sea Waves was like tempering his Martial Soul. This way, they might truly be able to complete their transformation.
And Tidal Body Tempering was different from ordinary Body Refinement. The Sea Waves were mixed with Sea God's divine power. Under the stimulation of Sea God's divine power, even Soul Bones could be tempered. This was somewhat similar to the Blood River in Slaughter City back then.
After an unknown amount of time, every bit of Yang Xiong's Soul Power and every bit of his physical strength were exhausted. His entire body felt as if it had been forged countless times, and even every bone was filled with pain. Even the Soul Bones he had absorbed had a little backlash, and under the pounding of the Sea Waves, their original attributes were brought to the extreme.
And the most crucial Dark Tortoise Armor External Soul Bone received even more pounding. It was as if under the stimulation of divine power, the Soul Bone's age was increasing extremely rapidly.
After an unknown amount of time, Yang Xiong's willpower seemed to have reached its limit, but the Sea Waves were still endless. Finally, Yang Xiong's consciousness gradually disappeared, and he fell unconscious.
When Yang Xiong woke up again, Ning Rongrong was holding him in her arms with great concern, as if afraid that he would be injured again.
At this moment, Yang Xiong felt as if his entire body had completely lost consciousness. He was numb all over, and it even felt as if thousands of needles were pricking every cell of his body. He felt as if he was in hell.
Ning Rongrong saw Yang Xiong wake up and quickly said, "Little Xiongzi, you're finally awake. I was so worried about you just now. Your state just now was terrifying."
Yang Xiong propped himself up with difficulty and sat up. "Rong Rong, how are you feeling now? How did everyone do with the Tidal Body Tempering this time?"
Ning Rongrong and the others exchanged glances, a hint of dejection in their eyes. "Everyone is gradually recovering, but most of us only lasted about two hours. I'm afraid the next part will be very difficult."
Only now did everyone gradually understand the difficulty of Tidal Body Tempering. This trial was probably the most difficult and painful of all the trials.
One must know that the lowest level among everyone present was Black Level Four Trials, and the highest was Red Level Seven Trials, yet they couldn't even last half the required time for the trial. If this continued, they wouldn't be able to complete the trial at all.
Among everyone present, only Yang Xiong barely reached fourteen hours, just meeting the standard for the Tidal Body Tempering trial. However, the road ahead was still very long, as this trial required a full year.
Yang Xiong was silent for a moment before speaking. "Oscar, how are you doing now? Have you started recovering your soul power?"
Oscar, who was nearby, nodded. "I've just recovered a little soul power. If I want to fully recover, I'm afraid I'll have to wait another six or seven hours."
Because Oscar had absorbed the Hundred Thousand Year Thousand Jun Ant Emperor torso soul bone, his body's recovery ability had greatly increased, especially the effect of the top-grade strength-type soul bone. The torso soul bone, in particular, could protect his entire body.
Yang Xiong took out many recovery medicinal materials from his body. These were obtained from the Ice Fire Yin Yang Well or the Heaven Dou Imperial Palace.
"Oscar, recover your soul power as quickly as possible. If you have enough soul power, try to make as many Super Recovery Big Sausages as possible immediately. Next, everyone should bring a few sausages with them when they do Tidal Body Tempering. This might help you recover your soul power and last longer."
Oscar didn't hesitate. "Okay, Brother Xiong, I'll try to make more Super Recovery Big Sausages."
Now that Oscar was a Soul Saint, the consumption of his First Soul Skill was very low, so he could make a large number of sausages each time.
Yang Xiong then looked at everyone. "I know everyone is in a lot of pain, but based on my past experience with Body Refinement, the effect of cultivation is best at this time. Tidal Body Tempering has no side effects and is better than any natural treasure in the world. It can even promote your body to become stronger again. This effect is better than increasing soul power."
Ning Rongrong and the others all nodded. They had absolute trust in Yang Xiong.
Yang Xiong looked at Oscar. "Oscar, your Martial Soul is special, so you might not be able to last as long in the early stages. However, if you use your soul power more after each Body Refinement, it will be very beneficial to both your body and your Martial Soul."
Oscar smiled. "Thank you for the reminder, Brother Xiong. From now on, I will try to make more sausages every day. I will be responsible for everyone's logistics."
After everyone finished Tidal Body Tempering, Bo Saixi arranged for people to send a large amount of food. Everyone recovered their physical strength through the food.
Yang Xiong's body recovered very quickly. After just a few hours, the pain on his body gradually disappeared, and he could move freely.
Yang Xiong called Shui Bing'er and Huo Wu aside. These two were the ones who truly faced the most difficulty among Yang Xiong's eight people, but it was also the greatest opportunity for them.
Yang Xiong first looked at Shui Bing'er. "Sister Bing'er, how are you feeling now? Is there any discomfort in your body?"
Shui Bing'er looked much stronger than before. "Yang Xiong, I feel very strange. It seems that after the Tidal Body Tempering, my recovery speed is much faster than others. I think I should be able to adapt to the trial content quickly."
Yang Xiong nodded. "Your Martial Soul is the Ice Phoenix, which has strong ice attributes. In a sense, it is of the same origin as water attributes. This Tidal Body Tempering is not just simple sea waves; it should also be mixed with the Sea God's divine power. You are a Red Level Seven Trial, which should be related to your own attributes."
"So this is an excellent opportunity for you. It might make your Ice Phoenix truly perfect and even make your foundation reach an unprecedented strength."
Shui Bing'er looked thoughtful when she heard this. "Thank you for your guidance. I will cultivate with all my strength."
After Shui Bing'er left, Yang Xiong looked at Huo Wu again. "Huo Wu, how did you feel about today's Tidal Body Tempering?"
Huo Wu didn't dwell on it. "Master, today was my first time doing Tidal Body Tempering, and I'm still a bit unaccustomed to it. Next time, I will definitely be able to last longer and definitely meet the trial standard."
Yang Xiong's expression was serious. "Your standard is not just a mere eight hours a day. My requirement is that in the later stages, you must last at least twelve hours or even longer every day, and the average trial time must reach ten hours."
Huo Wu was startled when she heard this, but she immediately became very serious. "Master, I will try my best to persevere and definitely meet your requirements."
Yang Xiong smiled. "With your talent and Martial Soul, a mere average of ten hours is nothing. Do you remember the secondary awakening of the Body Martial Soul that I once told you about?"
"After so many years of research, for a Body Martial Soul to undergo secondary awakening, it must be in a desperate situation between life and death. And Tidal Body Tempering is a treasure trove for the secondary awakening of the Martial Soul. Perhaps after this Tidal Body Tempering, your strength and even your talent can undergo a qualitative change, even comparable to the most top-tier Martial Souls in history."
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