13 First Battle

Early in the morning.

Just as the sun rose up in the sky, Xiao Tian could been seen training the Basic Spear Arts with his new Heavy Earth Spear in 2X gravity.

The Basic Spear Arts already took a great toll on his body due to insufficient physical strength. But, Xiao Tian was able to insist under double gravity.

The Basic Spear Arts had 5 levels. From first level to the last level it was Aura, Intent, Domain, Heaven and Earth, Grand Dao.

According to the first level of Basic Spear Arts, one has to break through his physical limits and achieve nirvana. Once the shackles imposed on the body by heaven are broken, the body evolves to become more suitable for the comprehension of Grand Dao.

The body gives birth to a trace of aura, it is intangible and cannot be seen but, it can be felt.

Aura can be used to strengthen the body and weapon temporarily. Aura cannot leave the body or it will dissipate.

Xiao Tian after understanding the conditions for unlocking aura, he became more determined and kept practicing with his trembling body without rest.

He continued to persevere for a total of 20 minutes before he collapsed on the ground.

He started operating his Spirit Swallowing Technique to relieve his fatigue.

The only reason he was able to persevere so long was because of his strong body, which had been strengthened by medicated diet, soul power and his cultivation technique which provides him control over his body.

He cultivated for an hour before he stopped operating his cultivation technique.

He was surprised to see that, all his fatigue was gone and his body felt slightly stronger. More than that he could feel his soul power increase by 5%, which means, he could get twice the benefits with half the effort if he cultivated after exhausting the body.

He decided not overdo it by constantly exhausting his body for quick success as it'll only lead to hidden injuries in the body.

He decided to train the first level of Basic Spear Arts everyday early in the morning till he is exhausted and then cultivate for an hour.

Xiao Tian picked up the Heavy Earth Spear and went back to his room. He kept the spear below his bed, and went to the bathroom to take a bath. He was very sweaty and full of dirt on his body, due to collapsing on the ground.

After taking a bath he slept for 2 hours and only woke up when his mother called him for breakfast.

It was Xiao Tian's first time exhausting himself mentally as well as physically, so he felt tired and sleepy. He felt refreshed after a 2 hour long power nap.

He had his breakfast with his parents and walked to the hill where Tang San cultivated.

It took him 30 mins to reach the hill, as Xiao Tian walked slowly to digest the food.

After walking to the hill top, Xiao Tian saw Tang San Cultivating diligently. So, he decided not to disturb him and sat below the old rattan tree.

Tang exited his cultivation after a whole long hour, during this period Xiao Tian was bored and started cultivating as well.

" Brother Xiao Tian, what are you doing here?".. asked Tang San. He was puzzled to see Xiao Tian here as he only came to meet him in the afternoon.

Xiao Tian exited his cultivation as soon as Tang San had moved from his spot, as Xiao Tian could hear the sound of Tang San moving.

" Xiao San, how about we have a duel to see who's stronger?".. asked Xiao Tian with a face full of confidence.

Tang San was confused but decided to follow along.

" Ok brother Xiao Tian, but don't blame me if you get hurt.".. said Tang San with a calm expression.

The two of them stood face to face on an empty ground on the hill. They were 20 m away from each other.

They were looking at each other with a serious expression and didn't want to make the first move.

Tang San kicked his right foot on the ground, and ran towards Xiao Tian extremely fast, hitting Xiao Tian's side face with an uppercut.

At his speed, people of the same age won't be able to keep up with him. They'll get overwhelmed in one move.

If he used all his strength, he can even fight an adult man.

However, the moment when his punch was about to touch Xiao Tian's cheek, Xiao Tian's head moved back slightly and felt as if everything around him slowed down.

This is micro movement, which is only possible when your body control reaches high level. At this level, making the slightest movements to dodge attacks by a hairs breadth is possible. This helps in holding the ground and conserving energy.

Although the fist didn't hit Xiao Tian, Tang San didn't stop at all. Using his elbow as a weapon, he continued to attack Xiao Tian's Shoulder.

Xiao Tian just gave a faint smile and moved a few inches to the side, avoiding the elbow blow to his shoulder.

Seeing this Tang San was surprised and became completely serious.

Tang San kicked his right foot on the ground, and ran towards Xiao Tian extremely fast, hitting Xiao Tian's side face with an uppercut.

At Tang San's speed non one of the same age can react and will be overwhelmed. Even an adult man cannot easily defend his punch.

However, the moment his punch was about to touch Xiao Tian's cheek, Xiao Tian's head moved back slightly.

Xiao Tian felt as if the surrounding had slowed down. This was due to micro reaction.

Although his fist didn't hit Xiao Tian, Tang San didn't stop at all, using his elbow as a weapon, he continued to attack Xiao Tian's shoulder.

Xiao Tian just gave a faint smile, and moved a few inches to the side, avoiding the elbow blow to his shoulder by a hairs breadth.

This was all possible only because of micro movement, which is only possible when the body control is mastered to a high level. At this stage one can make the slightest and smallest movements to doge various attacks aimed at ones body. This allows one to hold their ground and preserve energy to make counterattack once the enemy shows weakness.

Tang San frowned, and immediately mixed various offensives in an orderly fist and foot like a tide, wave after wave towards Xiao Tian.

Xiao Tian made slight movements to dodge the consecutive attacks to his body without breaking a sweat.

Tang San pulled some distance between himself and Xiao Tian. He understood the only reason Xiao Tian could dodge all his attacks was because his speed was higher than his.

At this time, Tang San decided to operate the Mysterious Heaven Technique to defeat Xiao Tian quickly.

Tang San rushed towards Xiao Tian, the moment he started operating the Mysterious Heaven Skill.

Tang San's speed and strength had doubled compared to before.

Tang San galloped towards Xiao Tian like a little mad piggy.

Xiao Tian was surprised by the sudden increase in Tang San's speed and strength. But, he soon understood the reason, it was caused by Tang San's operation of the Mysterious Heaven Technique.

' I also have energy in my body. I don't know how it compares to the internal force generated by cultivating the Mysterious Heaven Technique?'.. thought Xiao Tian.

Normally, Xiao Tian would not use his soul power.

While thinking in his mind, Xiao Tian decided not to use his soul power. Because, Xiao Tian felt Tang San's current strength was still within his bearable limits.

But this time, Xiao Tian did not dodge.

After having a clear understanding of his own speed, Xiao Tian wanted to try his strength.

Xiao Tian first turned his body sideways, his eyes flashed a burst of light, not evasive, he raised his right fist, directly facing Tang San's fist, and greeted him.

Seeing this Tang San was shocked. He didn't expect Xiao Tian to give up dodging and start attacking.

"Boom."

The two fists collided and there was a dull collision.

The next moment, Tang San's complexion changed, a huge force came from Xiao Tian's fist, making his fist numb!

* whoosh!! *

Unable to stop the force, Tang San stepped back five steps before steadying his body.

Tang San was terrified in his heart.