0p0 Chapter 40 Spiritual Power Transformation Test
Chapter 40 Spiritual Power Transformation Test
After several days of diligent practice, Xu Xiaoxiao made significant progress in controlling her spiritual power.
That day, Jiang Jingzhi nodded in satisfaction and said, "Junior Sister, your control over spiritual power has begun to show results. Next, we will practice combat skills. Zhusheng, why don't you spar with Xiaoxiao first and let her get used to the rhythm of the battle?"
Mu Zhusheng responded and got into position.
Xu Xiaoxiao felt a little scared, thinking: My second senior brother's kung fu is so powerful, I'm definitely no match for him.
But she still went to meet him head-on, and after a few rounds, Xu Xiaoxiao was easily suppressed by Mu Zhusheng. She said somewhat dejectedly, "Second Senior Brother, am I too weak?"
Mu Zhusheng smiled and said, "Junior Sister, don't be discouraged. You've only just started practicing, and it's already quite good that you were able to withstand a few of my moves. You need to learn to observe your opponent's moves and find weaknesses. For example, when I used the move 'Gentle Breeze Swaying Willows' just now, my lower body was briefly vulnerable, and you could take the opportunity to attack."
Xu Xiaoxiao seemed to be deep in thought, silently making a mental note.
Jiang Jingzhi added from the side, "Junior Sister, your reaction speed also needs improvement. In battle, a split-second reaction can determine victory or defeat. I have a method here specifically for training reaction speed; you should practice it."
As he spoke, he taught her the method.
Xu Xiaoxiao practiced the method for a while and felt some improvement. She excitedly said, "Senior Brother, this method is really good! I feel like my reaction time has become much faster!"
Jiang Jingzhi smiled and said, "This is just the basics; you still need to hone your skills. You must know that all sorts of things can happen on the training grounds, so you need to stay calm and adapt to any situation."
Xu Xiaoxiao nodded firmly, her heart filled with anticipation for the trial, thinking: I must let my senior brothers and master see my growth in the trial.
A few days later, Jiang Jingzhi looked at Xu Xiaoxiao, who was cultivating, and said, "Junior Sister, tomorrow is the trial. You should rest well tonight and adjust your state. Believe in your abilities, and also believe that Chu Yi and Chu Er will cooperate well with you."
Xu Xiaoxiao took a deep breath: "Senior Brother, I understand. I'm not nervous. I'm ready!"
But she couldn't help feeling a little uneasy, constantly recalling the training she had done during this period and silently encouraging herself.
The training ground for new disciples is located in a vast valley, surrounded by mountains with towering peaks that seem to guard the area like giants.
The valley is covered with lush green grass and blooming flowers. A wide river rushes through it, its waters crashing against the boulders and splashing up layers of white waves, creating a deafening roar, as if the earth were playing a stirring battle song.
In the center of the venue, a huge circular stone platform rises from the ground. The surface of the platform is covered with ancient and mysterious runes, which shimmer with golden light under the sunlight, as if telling the story of past glory and legend.
Around the stone platform stand countless towering stone pillars, each carved with the image of a rare and exotic beast. They are so lifelike that they seem ready to burst out of the pillars at any moment.
Xu Xiaoxiao stood at the edge of the field, looking at the spectacular scene before her, feeling both excited and nervous.
She clenched her fists, thinking to herself: Such a magnificent training ground must have gathered many experts; I must not embarrass myself.
Jiang Jingzhi patted her shoulder and said softly, "Junior Sister, don't be intimidated by this scene. Here, you only need to use what you've learned. Remember, your goal is to hone yourself, not necessarily to win any ranking."
Xu Xiaoxiao looked up at her senior brother and nodded firmly: "Senior brother, I understand, I will try my best."
At this moment, an elder in a long robe slowly walked onto the stone platform, his voice echoing in the valley: "New disciples, today's trial is about to begin. This trial is divided into several parts. The first is the spiritual power transformation test. You must condense your spiritual power into an object and demonstrate the precision of your control over spiritual power."
After hearing this, Xu Xiaoxiao took a deep breath, silently summoned Chu Yi and Chu Er, and whispered, "Friends, let's cheer each other on."
Her palms were slightly sweaty as she thought to herself: I must do my best to transform spiritual power.
A new disciple next to her glanced at her disdainfully and sneered, "You think you can stand out in the trial?"
Xu Xiaoxiao frowned, ignoring him, but a fighting spirit ignited in her heart: Just you wait and see, I will make you look at me in a new light.
"Junior Sister Xiaoxiao, it really is you! I thought I had mistaken you for someone else." Qingwan, dressed in a white fitted dress with her long hair flowing, walked up to Xu Xiaoxiao and affectionately pulled her gloves close.
I thought you weren't coming this time.
Xu Xiaoxiao was happy to see this senior sister, after all, she was the first person to stand up for her when they arrived at the sect.
"Senior Sister Qingwan, you're here too." The two chatted about their recent situations.
At this moment, the drums sounded, and with a command from the elder deacon, the spiritual power transformation test officially began.
Qingwan watched Xu Xiaoxiao go up to the competition platform, looking at Xu Xiaoxiao's back with disdain. "What can a girl at the fifth level of Qi Refining do? She'll just embarrass herself later."
Xu Xiaoxiao closed her eyes and focused her mind, slowly drawing out the spiritual energy within her body, attempting to condense it into a nimble flying bird, according to what she had learned.
She silently contemplated the form and spirit of the bird, fine beads of sweat gradually appearing on her forehead. She felt both nervous and focused: she had to succeed; this was the first step to proving herself.
The first and second graders hovered around her, seemingly encouraging her.
Jiang Jingzhi and Mu Zhusheng stood not far away, their eyes fixed on Xu Xiaoxiao. Jiang Jingzhi's expression was calm, but in his heart he was praying for her: Junior sister, stay calm, you have the ability.
Just as Xu Xiaoxiao's spiritual power was gradually taking shape, and a semi-transparent bird was about to take flight, suddenly, the disciple who had mocked her before secretly tripped her up, and a strange wave of spiritual power attacked Xu Xiaoxiao.
Xu Xiaoxiao sensed the danger and was shocked: How could this be? But she quickly calmed down, forcibly changed the flow of spiritual energy, and built a protective barrier around the bird.
This unexpected turn of events caught the attention of the elder in charge. He frowned and shouted, "Cheating is strictly prohibited in the training grounds!"
The disciple was pale, but he still tried to remain calm.
Xu Xiaoxiao looked at him angrily and said, "Why did you do this?"
The disciple snorted coldly: "Hmph, I just don't like you. Why should someone who has only recently joined the sect receive so much attention?"
A surge of anger welled up in Xu Xiaoxiao's heart, but she held back, thinking: I can't let him throw me off balance; I will let my strength speak for itself.
Seeing this, Mu Zhusheng wanted to step forward to argue, but Jiang Jingzhi stopped her: "Let junior sister handle it herself first. She needs to grow."
Although Mu Zhusheng was worried, she still nodded.
Xu Xiaoxiao readjusted her state, and the spirit bird finally condensed successfully. After gracefully circling in the air, it dissipated into specks of starlight.
The elder in charge nodded slightly: "Xu Xiaoxiao's control over spiritual power is acceptable. Although she encountered interference, she was able to deal with it in time. She has passed this round of testing."
Xu Xiaoxiao breathed a sigh of relief, her heart filled with joy: she had finally succeeded, and this was just the beginning.