Whoosh, whoosh!"
On the mountaintop, Xiao Jian, dressed in short white training clothes, swung his heavy black iron spear, each movement stirring the wind fiercely.
Three days had been enough for him to firmly memorize the basic routines, techniques, and the routes for channeling his Dou Qi.
Although not yet at mastery, he had already achieved some progress.
The "waist, hands, eyes".....the three external harmonies....were already in place. Only the internal "mind, Qi, and strength" harmonies remained.
Once combined, he would truly master the Six Harmonies Spear.
After completing a full set of spear techniques, Xiao Jian began blending the Youlong Step into his footwork patterns.
Merely mastering one Dou Technique no longer satisfied him.
He now aimed to combine all his learned Dou Techniques seamlessly in battle.
This approach could truly enhance his combat strength.
After all, he did not possess the Burning Formula.
He could not fuse Heavenly Flames to create "nuclear weapons" like others.
Yet Xiao Jian remained intrigued by such rare treasures.
But with his current strength and no elder like Yao Lao to guide him, attempting to claim a Heavenly Flame would be suicidal.
Moreover, what ice-attribute Dou Qi user would normally play with Heavenly Flames?
Hmm… perhaps it wasn't entirely impossible?
If he could find a Bone Spirit Cold Flame, maybe he could give it a try.
With ice-attribute Dou Qi, if he encountered a Heavenly Flame in its juvenile or growing stage, and if he reached Dou Huang by then, he could attempt it.
Black Ice, White Flame.
Imagining himself wielding such overwhelming power, Xiao Jian felt surging motivation.
Regarding the dangers of devouring a Heavenly Flame.....if he couldn't overcome this small trial, he might as well die.
"Hmm?"
Suddenly, Xiao Jian sensed an abnormal, uneasy pressure enveloping him.
A powerhouse!?
His expression tightened as he assumed the "Fishing Master" stance with his spear, eyes scanning the forest.
Even his father Xiao Zhan, the strongest in the Xiao Clan and a Five-Star Da Dou Shi, had never imposed such pressure.
Who could be watching him? If it were the Dou Huang-level protector of Xun'er, he wouldn't have sensed it.
This meant the intruder must be at least a Dou Ling, or even a Dou Wang!
Damn, how could he fight that? Escaping might be impossible!
"Since you're here, no need to hide from a mere child like me, is there?"
Taking a deep breath, Xiao Jian spoke calmly.
"Chi!"
A streak of Dou Qi shot out from the forest like a whip.
Xiao Jian dodged with the Youlong Step, though curiosity flickered in his mind.
This attack....slow and weak.....was not meant to harm him. It seemed to probe his abilities!
A test?
More Dou Qi streaks followed.
Xiao Jian's mind steadied.
Sure enough, their speed was slow. With his skills, he could easily evade them.
But as a mere test, there was no need to keep dodging!
Six Harmonies Spear!
Clenching his teeth, Xiao Jian took the initiative.
His ice Dou Qi surged from the Blackwater Qi Sea, channeling into his spear.
His waist snapped, and with a thrust, the black iron spear lunged out like a dragon's claw....piercing the incoming Dou Qi streak.
Bang!
The Dou Qi streak shattered under his strike.
"Are you an elder of the Mittel Clan?"
Withdrawing his spear, Xiao Jian knocked aside two more streaks and asked quickly.
At his words, all Dou Qi attacks ceased.
Moments later, a figure appeared, a distinguished elder in luxurious attire, his voice tinged with curiosity:
"How did you know?"
Seeing the man, Xiao Jian's heart stirred. Could it really be… Great Elder Tengshan himself?
"To send a Dou Ling or stronger to test me, only the Mittel Clan could possess such resources."
Suppressing his thoughts, Xiao Jian smiled.
"Though newly advanced to Dou Zhe, your proficiency in Dou Techniques astonishes even me."
After observing him, the elder's face revealed approval.
He introduced himself:
"I am Mittel Tengshan, Great Elder of the Mittel Clan."
Hearing this, Xiao Jian bowed respectfully.
"Junior Xiao Jian greets the Great Elder!"
"To rise from nothing...without Dou Qi...eight months ago to Dou Zhe now… your talent is truly a silent thunder."
Mittel Tengshan nodded warmly.
Xiao Jian's heart tightened. The Mittel Clan's influence was immense.
Sister Ya Fei's false report hadn't fooled this elder.
"Previously, Sister Ya Fei reported false information for me. I hope the Great Elder holds no grudge."
Xiao Jian bowed again.
"Haha, no matter. A genius like you....if Ya Fei had spoken truthfully, few would believe. Even her words were shocking.
Yet after investigation, your talent exceeds even her claims."
Mittel Tengshan chuckled, waving off the matter.
Xiao Jian's spear attack reminded him of an old friend, leaving an extra good impression.
Soon, the elder's expression turned serious.
"I came for two reasons.
First, to see if you are worthy of the Mittel Clan's friendship.
Second, I need you to help find someone."
Xiao Jian nodded firmly.
"Whom does the Great Elder seek?"
As for the first reason, no need to ask....the second already confirmed it.
The second was likely to find Hai Lao, which would be easy.
Seeing Xiao Jian's response, Tengshan's appreciation deepened.
Great talent, steady, clever.
Such a person deserved Mittel Clan's alliance and investment.
"Haha, that matter can wait."
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