Infinite Awakening: My Exp Doubles Everyday novel Chapter 105

Chapter 105: Formation Master, Blacksmith

Setting up formations wasn’t as complicated as pill refining. It bore more similarity to talisman making. Even the book titled [Is Formation Making Stronger Than Talisman Making?] contained details about both practices. After studying the text thoroughly, Xiang Yu finally gained new blueprint knowledge beyond just explosion talismans.

He also developed a fundamental understanding of formation making, acquiring an eighth-grade sword formation and a ninth-grade qi gathering formation.

Since the qi gathering formation was considered one of the simplest formations to create, he decided to begin with that one. His martial aunt had generously provided spirit stones for this purpose. Unlike talismans, which used energy injected by their creator and activated by a stream of qi, formations were typically placed and left to operate continuously. This meant they required an external energy source, usually spirit stones.

Xiang Yu arranged the formation with meticulous care, following the blueprints precisely. His first attempt failed, but after making several adjustments, he finally succeeded in creating a functioning qi gathering formation.

Though it only concentrated about twice the amount of qi as the surrounding environment, he reminded himself that this was merely a ninth-grade formation. The effectiveness would certainly improve once he reached eighth-grade proficiency and enhanced the design.

For now, he had accomplished his immediate goal:

[Formation Master: 9th Grade (1/100)]

Though Xiang Yu wanted to delve into the remaining professions, he noticed the growing darkness outside his window. Unlike before, when he could lose himself in training for hours on end, the conclusion of the Heaven Testing Pagoda event meant he needed to prepare meals for the others. He carefully stored the remaining manuals, planning to study them after dinner.

The evening meal passed quickly. Both Elder Huang and Li Yao seemed preoccupied with other matters. Surprisingly, Elder Guo had broken through to the ninth layer of the Qi Refining realm and could finally establish his Foundation. However, he had decided against taking that step immediately. Although cultivators could advance to the next realm after reaching the ninth layer, achieving the tenth layer first would provide a more stable foundation for future cultivation.

"Master, isn’t it better to just breakthrough to the Foundation realm now?" Xiang Yu asked, genuine concern coloring his voice. "You’ve aged ten years in just one day. Will you be able to last another?"

"Hmph," Elder Guo snorted. "How many cultivators ever get a chance to start over again? If I don’t use this opportunity to build a solid foundation, it would be a waste of a lifetime."

"But..." Xiang Yu began to protest, but Elder Guo raised his hand, silencing him.

"Don’t worry, I know what I’m doing," he stated firmly. "If I don’t reach the peak tomorrow, I’ll give up."

Only then did Xiang Yu relent. He thought to himself that even at the end of his life, Elder Guo remained a true genius. It was natural for such a person to challenge his limits. He just hoped the elder truly knew what he was doing—otherwise, what would he tell Martial Aunt if he allowed her beloved to perish?

Since only the two of them remained after dinner, Xiang Yu escorted Elder Guo back to his chambers.

"Boy, are you looking down on this elder?" Elder Guo protested when Xiang Yu helped him stand.

"How could I?" Xiang Yu replied innocently, though he maintained his supportive grip.

"How great is this kid’s body cultivation—he won’t budge at all," Elder Guo thought as he attempted to retrieve his arm.

"Then why are you helping me stand? Do you think I’m a cripple now?" he asked, his voice rising with indignation.

"Master, don’t misunderstand. I’m only doing this for Martial Aunt," Xiang Yu explained.

Inwardly, Xiang Yu thought, "Who cares about you, old man? I’m only taking care of you because your wife is rich." Martial Aunt always gave him nice things, so he should naturally look after her husband when she was away.

"Master," Xiang Yu spoke as they reached the elder’s chambers.

"What?" Elder Guo asked impatiently.

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