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However, the region encompassing the chest, linked to the Meteoric Tears in the heart, along with the brain was an area Wang Feng hesitated to experiment with as it required a considerable adaptation period before he even dared to progress further.

Upon tempering half of his body, Wang Feng's most noticeable observation was a remarkable acceleration in his cultivation speed, at least twice as fast as before. During cultivation, he sensed a swifter increase in soul power, as if he had been compressing and refining his soul power at the same time.

The tempered areas remained impervious to toxins, highly resistant to water and fire. Every cell seemed to be brimming with energy, resembling a treasure. 

Even Tang San remarked on the delicate fragrance emanating from Wang Feng's body, as it was very alluring. When he roamed around the perimeter of Ice and Fire Lake, many herbs couldn't resist swaying in his direction. Even the seasoned poison expert, Dugu Bo, exhibited a glint of fascination in his eyes whenever he looked at Wang Feng.

Wang Feng surmised that the Red Lotus Karmic Fire body tempering rendered his physical form impervious to any type of impurities. It seemed to meld with the heavens and the earth, instinctively drawing various creatures, including herbs, towards him.

This phenomenon extended to many soul beasts as well. Additionally, the tempered areas exhibited exceptional strength, with defensive capabilities rivaling that of the Black Thorns Armor.

"The most crucial aspect is the overall relaxation of the body, a refreshing feeling in every action. And that even when it's not fully tempered yet."

This sense of ease experienced by Wang Feng was beyond description. It felt akin to relieving oneself, a sensation of unburdened freedom and relaxation, fostering an excellent mental state.

Wang Feng believed that upon completing the full-body tempering, his physique would undergo a truly formidable transformation.

Details eluded Wang Feng at this stage. However, with only the chest cavity and the brain—two of the most critical areas—left untouched, he refrained from immediate tempering. His intuition suggested it wasn't advisable. Forcibly tempering these areas could lead to serious complications, possibly necessitating the cooperation of Meteoric Tears and a unique opportunity.

Satisfied with the progress made over the past six months, Wang Feng acknowledged the remarkable achievement in reaching this point.

Because, at this stage of body tempering, Wang Feng sensed that the most significant benefit would be attained. If he were to activate the Pangu Axe now and strike down, he believed he would be impervious to any harm from the Pangu Axe. This time, he could unleash its full potential without the limitations he faced during the initial forced activation, that being, half-dead.

The Pangu Axe stood as Wang Feng's most potent weapon. His decision to use the Red Lotus Karmic Fire for body tempering was driven by the desire to fully harness the Pangu Axe's true power. Without this method, the gradual improvement of physical fitness might have taken an indefinite amount of time.

Simultaneously, his soul power level also increased by approximately three levels, reaching the thirty-ninth level, edging closer to forty. After six months of rigorous training, Wang Feng finally felt a substantial increase in his strength.

At least below the Title Douluo level, the likelihood of someone able to kill him was very minimal. Even if he couldn't win a fight, he could either escape or defend himself. Only in scenarios with overwhelming numbers, encirclement, and suppression, would the possibility of harm increase.

Six months later, near the Ice and Fire Lake, shouts echoed around a stone table outside a wooden house:

"Old Poison, why are you so foolish! We're both farmers. What do you need those four A's to blow me up? You ended up blowing up Xiaosan!"

"After a month of fighting, why are you still a vegetable?"

"Orders? Huh? You don't even want 4? What orders are you talking about? A 3, you're ordering me around? I really can't fathom you..."

"Damn it! I'm a landlord and your cards are this good? Double kings leading two? Did you secretly cheat with your soul power?"

In the tranquility, the shouts originated from the three individuals seated at the stone table, engrossed in a game of flush with a deck of cards.

Snapped!

"I won!" declared Dugu Bo triumphantly, discarding the final four twos.

Both Wang Feng and Tang San were left staring, and Wang Feng let out a sigh.

Over the past six months, Wang Feng had introduced the card game of Doudizhu from his previous life to stave off the monotony. He crafted a simple deck of cards to break up the routine and cultivate a more relaxed atmosphere.

Given the limited company of only three people in this place, the options for activities were either cultivation or more cultivation, which proved excessively tedious. However, the card game quickly captivated Tang San and, particularly, Dugu Bo.

Initially introduced as a diversion, the gameplay turned out to be quite enjoyable, despite the ever-elusive element of luck. Throughout the card games, the bond among the three improved. Dugu Bo, by nature was a reserved person and with a focus on poison practice, had led a solitary existence with very few friends, if any.

Playing cards became a unique bonding experience for him. When not engrossed in cultivation discussions, Tang San and Wang Feng would join Dugu Bo in these games, fostering a positive connection. Sometimes, Wang Feng engaged in a friendly bout with Dugu Bo, seeking his guidance.

Nevertheless, the trio didn't allow these activities to interfere with their primary focus on practice and detoxification. The card games merely served as a means of relaxation during their spare time.

As the six months drew to a close, it was finally the time to depart. After the cards were laid down, a contemplative silence enveloped the trio.

After a pause, Tang San retrieved a hidden weapon he crafted from the wooden house.

"Little monster, what do you have there now?" Dugu Bo inquired, recognizing Tang San's penchant for creating peculiar items over the past three months.

Displayed before them were three minuscule, pitch-black needles, emitting a subtle glow as they rested quietly within a jade box.

Tang San had initially intended to pass on his hidden weapon expertise to Wang Feng during these six months. However, Wang Feng focused primarily on learning techniques, showing minimal interest in the intricacies of hidden weapons. Tang San, understanding Wang Feng's path, didn't insist on teaching him.

Instead, over the past three months, Tang San dedicated his efforts to creating the top three hidden weapons on the hidden weapon list in the [Mysterious Heaven Treasure Record].

Tang San succinctly explained it's purpose.

Dugu Bo frowned as he inspected the hidden weapon. Although he sensed a foreboding danger, he believed that with adequate preparation, it would be impossible for the needles to harm him.

"Do these things possess significant power?" Dugu Bo questioned.

"Hidden weapons require precise timing to truly unleash their full potential," Wang Feng clarified. "If strategically deployed, these three poisonous needles can severely injure or might even kill a Titled Douluo."

However, the crucial aspect lies in whether it can be prevented. Wang Feng experimented with one, and it proved entirely ineffective against the tempered area of his body. The toxic substances it harbored were genuinely formidable.

Crafted entirely from poisonous toxins, a mere touch of this poisonous needle would prove fatal to an ordinary soul master.

"Old poison, I want to present you with something," Tang San said with a sudden smile, producing two copper color balls and offering them to Dugu Bo.

Tang San cautioned as he noticed Dugu Bo's inclination to handle the copper balls carelessly. "Exercise caution, this hidden weapon is also extremely potent. Any external force applied will trigger an explosion! Special techniques are required to use it. For Title Douluo-level soul masters, it causes varying degrees of damage with an extensive range. Moreover, it has a unique feature—the higher the user's soul power used, the greater the power of the explosion."

"So clever?" Dugu Bo expressed surprise, then turned to Wang Feng with a smile and teased, "Fengzi, come on, you try this little monster's this hidden weapon! Let's see how powerful it is."

(E/N : 'Fengzi' mean something like 'madman/crazy feng' or something along those lines.)

The term "Fengzi" served as Dugu Bo's nickname for Wang Feng, with multiple connotations. It referenced Wang Feng's name and his aggressive fighting style, showing little regard for his own safety. Like a mad crazy man, Wang Feng's attacks often left Dugu Bo's scalp numb.

Tang San, upon hearing this, was alarmed. "Old Poison, what are you saying? You shouldn't use this weapon jokingly. If mishandled, it could result in severe damage. How can you let Brother Feng try it? I'll just demonstrate for you on something else..."

But Wang Feng interjected with a smile. "Wait, Xiaosan. The Old Poison's suggestion is sound. I'll try it."

With that, Wang Feng stood up, leaving both Tang San and Dugu Bo in stunned silence.

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