61: Chapter 61 Ten Bone Temperings, Dual Talents

"Junior Brother Zhou Bai, you scared me to death!"

In the training room of Azure Bird Academy, Zhao Shiyu threw herself into Zhou Bai's arms, her body trembling slightly.

Zhou Bai's battle today was truly too thrilling.

Lin Yi's Weapon Formations were simply too strong; in countless moments, Zhao Shiyu thought Zhou Bai was going to be injured.

"It's okay, it's not like you don't know my strength..."

Zhou Bai gently comforted Zhao Shiyu, then whispered.

"You're not alone now; you have a baby. I went to get checked, we really are having a baby!"

Zhao Shiyu followed with words as soft as water.

Zhou Bai tenderly touched Zhao Shiyu's lower abdomen, feeling the slight rhythm of life within.

"Don't worry, I will be careful in everything!"

Zhou Bai then smiled.

"Mm!"

Zhao Shiyu snuggled in Zhou Bai's arms, savoring the moment of peace.

"Shiyu, next, I'm going into seclusion to attempt the Tenth Bone Tempering and break through to the fourth rank!"

After the two shared a long moment of tenderness, Zhou Bai spoke to Zhao Shiyu.

These days of cultivation and constant fierce battles had allowed much of the medicinal power in Zhou Bai's body to dissolve.

At this moment, Zhou Bai's Qi and Blood Power had reached a staggering 80,000+ cal, already meeting the requirements to attempt the Tenth Bone Tempering.

"Alright, Junior Brother, break through with peace of mind; no one will disturb you!"

Zhao Shiyu then spoke gently to Zhou Bai.

Subsequently, Zhou Bai entered the cultivation room within the training hall.

"Boom!!!"

Upon entering the cultivation room, Zhou Bai consumed a vial of Genetic Medicine, then immediately activated his Thunder Breathing Technique, emitting a thunderous roar.

The Qi and Blood Power in Zhou Bai's body surged wildly, tempering his bones.

Due to the massive Qi and Blood Power combined with the SS-rank Dutian Divine Thunder, the tenth tempering went exceptionally smoothly.

Eight hours later, Zhou Bai's Tenth Bone Tempering was completely finished.

After completing the Tenth Bone Tempering, the Qi and Blood Power in Zhou Bai's body formed its own cycle, becoming endless; the circulation of Qi and Blood within him sounded like the crashing of the ocean.

[Qi and Blood]: 100,001 cal

Zhou Bai opened his eyes and saw that his Qi and Blood had broken through 100,000, instantly feeling a deep sense of security.

After the Tenth Bone Tempering, Zhou Bai's Qi and Blood consumption became very low, and it could cycle on its own, allowing him to perform more top-tier martial arts and use his talents.

"Next, I'll directly forge my bones to enter the fourth rank!"

Then, without any hesitation, Zhou Bai immediately began forging his bones.

The key to the fourth rank is Bone Forging; the human body has 206 bones, and the fourth rank is the process of forging these bones.

Including the third-rank Bone Tempering, it's actually laying the foundation for Bone Forging; tempering increases bone density, preparing for the fourth-rank forging.

Otherwise, if bone density is insufficient for direct forging, at best one's cultivation is ruined, and at worst it's life-threatening.

"Let's start with the limb bones!"

Zhou Bai closed his eyes and began mobilizing his massive Qi and Blood Power to start forging his bones...

...

The next day, at the Magic Cube Martial Arts Arena.

"Welcome to the Magic Cube Martial Arts Arena. This is the first match of the Battle of the Dawn semifinals—another clash between the Imperial Martial Arts University and Huo Yun University. It's also the crucial battle for advancing to the finals. Let's see who will take the lead in this fight!"

Inside the arena, the host was giving an enthusiastic commentary.

The audience around the arena was shouting passionately, cheering for their supported contestants.

Because Ling Xiao's previous opponent had directly withdrawn, people didn't have a good impression of him, while Xiao Yu had gained many fans after his desperate reversal in the previous battle of water and fire.

Therefore, more spectators were supporting Xiao Yu.

Soon, the two took the stage.

"Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!"

Upon taking the stage, Xiao Yu immediately erupted with Heaven Burning Divine Fire, which surged in all directions.

The scorching flames caused the temperature of the entire arena to rise significantly.

On the other side, the handsome youth in a white hoodie, Ling Xiao, had his hands in his pockets with a lazy expression on his face, seemingly indifferent to the battle.

"Ling Xiao, what are you doing? If you don't make a move, I won't be polite!"

Seeing Ling Xiao in this state, Xiao Yu frowned slightly and spoke coldly.

Ling Xiao's talent was the SS-rank Dark Overlord, which allowed him to control the power of the dark element.

However, Ling Xiao showed no sign of attacking, which puzzled Xiao Yu; he wanted to win, but he didn't want to take advantage of someone's lack of preparation.

"Make a move? Are you sure? Once I do, you won't have a chance!"

Ling Xiao tilted his head and then smiled.

"Hmph, boastful words! Then fall before me!"

Seeing Ling Xiao talk so big, Xiao Yu stopped being polite; the massive Heaven Burning Divine Fire carried a terrifying impact as it surged toward Ling Xiao.

Ling Xiao yawned and dodged the Heaven Burning Divine Fire with a slight twist of his body.

Then, Ling Xiao raised his right hand slightly, and dark elements condensed into a large black seal, which blasted directly toward Xiao Yu.

"Laughable! You think you can defeat me with just this?"

Seeing the black seal containing powerful dark element energy, Xiao Yu sneered, completely disregarding it.

Xiao Yu immediately moved to dodge the black seal.

"Boom!!!!"

However, just as Xiao Yu was about to dodge, an inexplicably massive force firmly suppressed his body, rendering him completely unable to move.

Feeling this mysterious power, Xiao Yu experienced a profound sense of fear.

"Bang!!!"

In an instant, the black seal struck Xiao Yu's body, blasting him directly off the stage.

"You... you have dual talents!!!!"

Blasted off the stage, Xiao Yu's eyes widened in disbelief.

"That's right, dual talents. You've already lost,"

Ling Xiao said slowly as he stood on the stage.

"Besides the SS-rank Dark Overlord, I also have S-rank Gravity Control!"

"Beautiful! Ling Xiao took him by surprise; he actually had a talent hidden until now, resolving the battle in a single strike!"

At this moment, the host also spoke.

"Holy crap, both talents are so terrifying—one SS-rank and one S-rank. This Ling Xiao from Imperial Martial Arts University was hiding so much..."

"Yeah, it's incredible. He reached the top four relying only on an SS-rank Talent, and now he shows dual talents and suppresses him easily..."

"Is Imperial Martial Arts University really going to achieve the feat of five consecutive championships in the Battle of the Dawn..."

"The chances are high; this Ling Xiao has a great shot..."

"Next, we'll see if Zhou Bai can break through Chu Lingyan. If not, and two from Imperial Martial Arts University meet in the finals... my god, that's too terrifying. Is this the foundation of Imperial Martial Arts University?"

"As expected, everyone from Imperial Martial Arts University is an ace. Truly impressive..."

A moment later, the many spectators around spoke up, their eyes filled with shock.

Clearly, the dual talents Ling Xiao displayed had shocked many people.

"Does this Ling Xiao have to show off? Couldn't he have kept the S-rank Talent hidden for the finals? If he really faces that kid Zhou Bai, this hidden talent would be a finishing blow!"

In the audience, a youth sitting in a wheelchair frowned as he watched Ling Xiao on stage.

"It's to maintain his condition. Xiao Yu's strength is not weak; if the battle dragged on, even if he didn't lose, losing too much stamina here would be disadvantageous for the finals!"

"Besides, showing dual talents now can further boost his momentum and put enough psychological pressure on his opponent!"

Beside him, Chen Zheng of Magic Martial Arts said slowly, his expression quite solemn.

"Imperial Martial Arts University has hidden things too deeply. Besides Qin Hao, this Ling Xiao is also so terrifying..."