SWNOVELXO Chapter 113:
Chapter 113: Innate Realm, Instant Breakthrough!:
The size of human hands was limited, and there were countless things they couldn’t grasp or control.
Xu Xi had never believed he could change the world, nor did he expect everything to align perfectly with his desires. After all, he was just a human being, not an omnipotent god.
But people should always strive to act.
When confronted with injustice or unpleasant situations, one should try to change them. Ignoring such issues only allows the gloom in one’s heart to accumulate.
At least this time, Xu Xi was determined to address it directly—with a “reckless” approach, doing everything within his power.
Punch, draw the sword, and eliminate all evil spirits.
…
[The fire in your heart burns through your body.]
[The biting winter wind pierces your soul like needles, yet all you feel is the heat. Invisible flames consume your calmness, igniting your murderous intent.]
[You think perhaps you’ve practiced martial arts for too long. Your behavior and thought patterns have gradually shifted toward the straightforward style of martial combat.]
[You don’t dislike this change.]
[Some things can only be achieved when the mind is fueled by anger, providing the motivation to move forward.]
[The second wave of winter demons is fast approaching.]
[Qingniu Town has entered a defensive state. The old, weak, women, and children hide indoors, while the young and strong prepare their bows. The warriors, led by you, charge out of the town to confront the invading demons head-on.]
[Longbows, sledgehammers, and swords are wielded with ferocity.]
[The warriors unleash their qi and blood, performing martial arts that light up the sky, struggling to fend off the relentless monsters. Among them, your performance stands out the most.]
[Your Nine Thunder Blade becomes a thunderbolt in a clear sky. Infused with qi and blood, it slices through the air, unleashing dazzling arcs of sword light.]
[Six demons fall with a single blow.]
[Your strength leaves the other warriors in awe and even surprises you momentarily. You realize that your power has grown.]
[Having just broken through the blood exchange realm this year, you notice signs of transitioning from the acquired state to the innate state.]
[Though deeply astonished, the fierce battlefield leaves no room for distraction, and you continue fighting the monsters.]
Kill.
Kill again.
The killing never ends.
[Your sword dances in circles, fists shaking the sky. Together, the interplay of sword and fist creates a forbidden zone that obliterates all demons.]
Xu Xi darted swiftly through the icy battlefield.
Wielding the Nine Thunder Sword, he gathered his qi and blood into a blood-red blade of energy, cutting down a Green-Winged Eagle that had been harassing him from above.
He immediately turned, lunged forward, and struck.
Bang!!
Xu Xi leaped from the ground, sending shards of snow flying. His fist met the colossal hand of a demon ape in a violent collision.
What happened next was shocking.
The demon ape’s fist, several times larger and stronger than Xu Xi’s, exploded into a mist of blood. The impact sent wind and debris scattering in all directions, a testament to Xu Xi’s vastly superior strength.
“So it wasn’t an illusion…”
“As the battle progresses, the bottleneck preventing me from returning to the innate state is breaking down.”
“What is happening?”
Xu Xi’s eyes flickered as he realized his punch had shown the first signs of an innate martial artist’s internal energy.
It was this newfound power that allowed him to crush his enemies.
“Keep going!”
Seizing the moment, Xu Xi targeted the remaining monsters. His boiling blood fueled his strikes, and his blade unleashed brilliant arcs of energy, creating a dazzling silver sea.
The more he killed, the stronger he felt.
The more he killed, the more his blood surged.
The high-intensity combat and relentless willpower accelerated the circulation of his qi and blood, sending waves surging through his body and refining his internal organs.
Finally, at the end of the battle, the circulation of qi and blood within Xu Xi reached completion.
Without delay, he found a quiet room, sat cross-legged, and began practicing, guiding his energy to complete the Great Zhou Tian cycle.
“The fifth realm of body training focuses on tempering the physical body of a warrior,” he muttered.
“The body forms the foundation of qi and blood. Only a robust body can sustain the rapid flow of energy.”
“But…” Xu Xi paused, deep in thought. “Returning to the innate state requires more than just qi, blood, and a strong body. It also depends on the warrior’s mind and will. When did I…”
He recalled the rage-fueled moments of slaughter on the battlefield.
“So that’s it…”
“The elixir from Wu Yingxue helped me replenish my qi and blood, bypassing the usual accumulation stage.”
“The demon tide in Qingniu Town forced me to confront my true nature, allowing me to kill without hesitation.”
“And the most crucial factor…”
Xu Xi glanced at the simulation panel visible only to him, speaking softly, “I’ve never stopped practicing martial arts. The persistence paid off, filling in the last missing piece.”
With all doubts resolved, Xu Xi felt his excitement swell. He resumed his exercises, channeling his qi and blood until they condensed into a dense, flowing essence.
Zi~~
Zi~~
A peculiar sound resonated from within him. It was as if his blood boiled, his bones vibrated, his skin throbbed, and his internal organs pulsed.
His entire body, soul, and will underwent a profound transformation.
Impurities were purged, and he returned to a state of purity, reversing the corrupted acquired state into the flawless innate state.
An innate warrior.
Breakthrough achieved!
Bang! Bang bang! Bang bang bang!
His heartbeat pounded rhythmically, like a powerful drum, causing dust to shake loose from the walls before being blown away by the vibrations of his qi.
Xu Xi’s body entered a new realm. Energy and vitality radiated continuously, and the world before him seemed to shift.
“Observe the principles… the principles of heaven and earth.”
“This is the first of the three innate realms.”
“Once the physical body is cultivated to perfection, a warrior gains extraordinary power. This is the first step toward competing with other extraordinary systems.”
“By observing the principles of heaven, one can discover their true nature. By observing the principles of earth, one can understand their original mind.”
“To observe heaven and earth is to reflect upon oneself. To emulate heaven and earth is to become heaven and earth.”
Inside the room, Xu Xi ceased his exercises and rose. His once-violent heartbeat slowed, and the extraordinary power he had unleashed returned quietly to his body.
Lifting his hand, he gently stirred the air, causing gusts of wind to rise. Over time, he practiced dispersing and gathering his energy until he could barely control the movement of Gang Qi.
“Compared to cultivating immortals or mastering magic, martial arts are indeed unique.”
“My body becomes the heavens and earth, and my mind transforms into heaven itself…”
“No wonder martial artists are so formidable in the later stages. A punch or kick carries the force of an entire world. How could such power not be overwhelming?”