Chapter 2
Xiao Ning remained in bed for three days, feigning recovery from his injuries.
"Sister, please, I'm truly healed,stop checking on me," he pleaded with Xiao Yu, who persisted in inspecting him.
Xiao Yu eyed him skeptically "Are you sure you've recovered?"
"Absolutely,If you doubt it, let's spar," Xiao Ning suggested confidently.
Despite lacking funds for medicinal baths, he diligently practiced the Immortal Sutra, feeling his strength improve.
"Given your current level, challenging Xiao Yan seems futile," Xiao Yu remarked, unimpressed by Xiao Ning's aspirations.
Undeterred, Xiao Ning prioritized earning money for a medicinal bath.
"Can you lend me some money?" he awkwardly asked Xiao Yu.
"Why do you need it if you're healed?" she questioned, studying him.
"Just lend it to me," Xiao Ning urged, promising repayment.
Reluctantly, Xiao Yu loaned him 10,000 gold coins, warning him against reckless spending.
With the borrowed money, Xiao Ning joyfully left his room.
Encountering his fellow Xiao clan members, he endured their curious glances and hushed comments, accepting his recent defeat.
"I'll only taste defeat once," he resolved, envisioning his future dominance.
Observing a couple approaching, Xiao Ning's gaze fell on Xiao Yan and Xiao Xun'er.
"Cousin Xiao Ning, you're better?" Xiao Yan remarked, surprised by Xiao Ning's quick recovery.
Without resentment, Xiao Ning greeted them briefly, showing newfound composure.
As Xiao Ning departed, Xiao Xun'er noted his changed demeanor, while Xiao Yan regarded him as a passing phase on his journey to strength.
With the money, Xiao Ning purchased body tempering materials, eager to strengthen himself.
Using basic methods, he concocted a medicinal bath, unaware of the precise formula.
Submerging in the bath, he activated the Immortal Sutra, experiencing a surge in strength.
Weeks passed as Xiao Ning dedicated himself to the Immortal Sutra, achieving significant strength gains.
Ecstatic, he marveled at the technique's potency, confident in his future endeavors.