Endless Winter: My Camp Upgrades Infinitely

Chapter 1431 - 457: True and False Yang Zhun, Power and Trials, Teaming Mishap, Cai Qiu’s Foundation

Unexpectedly, looking at the Heavenly Rankings, there are such fascinating discoveries.

Xia Hong shook his head, decided not to dwell on it, and continued reading through the list.

Out of the 100 people on the list, all those ranked after 30th place are at the late-stage Xianyang cultivation level.

"Cai Yunzhou’s strongest burst reaches 24 Jun combat power, yet he’s also at the late stage of cultivation, which proves that the power increase at the Xianyang level is much more difficult than I imagined. Speaking of which, that fake Yang Zhun from Nine Towns could burst with 20 Jun power at mid-stage, having remarkable talents, presumably not much different from this Chen Cang’s Yang Zhun."

Xia Hong’s mind was slightly moved as he carefully cross-referenced the rankings again.

This comparison indeed led to new findings.

The 30th ranked Chen Cang and Chu Renfeng have peak Xianyang cultivation level with 40 Jun power, then the 31st ranked Hezang Ning Yuxiu, though having late-stage Xianyang cultivation, only has 29 Jun power.

This means, at late-stage Xianyang cultivation, power generally does not exceed 30 Jun, but once reaching the peak, power jumps to 40 Jun and above.

For the majority, 30 Jun at the late-stage is a threshold!

"It basically explains that those on the list are the best talents among the Four Vassals at Xianyang level, most breaking through with Golden Bone Talent, gaining 5 Jun power at once, slight power increases from other methods being negligible; mid-stage is above 10 Jun, late-stage is above 20 Jun, then upon breakthrough to the peak, reaching 40 Jun and above, hence forming this ranking result!"

Case solved!

With realization, Xia Hong felt a great relief.

No matter what, compared to these people, he still holds an overwhelming advantage.

"In these four months at the Governor Mansion, I went out just seven times, assisting the Eldest Prince Cai Yunlan in hunting; though using Divine Lotus to cultivate during remaining time, the growth rate has slowed, now only 47 Jun."

Upon initial contact with Washing Marrow Pill in Qinghua City, complementing the Twelve Blood Scripture Skills, Xia Hong’s power increased by 4 Jun in four months, from 41 Jun to 45 Jun, but in the four months at Lin Chu County, only rose by 2 Jun.

Effects of elixirs diminish with use, and potential in meridians declines as they are tapped, so naturally growth rate slows down gradually, quite unsurprising.

Going forward, it will undoubtedly slow even further, which Xia Hong fully comprehends.

Xia Hong discreetly brought out the Lotus Platform, sat on it cross-legged, and took out two elixirs from his bosom—precisely the Washing Marrow Pill and the Bone Shedding Pill.

Both were intentionally reserved to be taken back to Great Xia to assist Cheng Feng and other pharmacists in developing formulas.

"Breaking through late-stage won’t be quick, can only focus on elixirs now; though top-grade Bone Shedding Pill and Washing Marrow Pill have fixed quotas, it’s impossible to procure more through regular channels.

Still seeking elixirs, only two methods are left: hoping for an invitation from Yang City, or going to Chen Cang’s side..."

Both methods seem uncertain!

"To find ways for elixirs, investigate the Blood Miasma situation, most crucial matters henceforth encompass these two. If there’s a chance to witness the power of Tribulation Body Realm and Five Luminaries Realm Emperor-level Cold Beasts, that would be ideal!"

After a moment of pondering, Xia Hong sighed softly, glancing at the darkening sky outside, decided not to think further, took a Bone Gathering Pill, and directly entered a cultivation state with closed eyes.

Without the top-grade Bone Shedding Pill, yet he was not lacking Bone Gathering Pills; cultivation could not stop, else breaking through late-stage Xianyang would be more elusive.

......

Xia Hong’s cultivation session lasted only twenty days.

Caiqiu Calendar Year 297, November the first

Before dawn broke, the Su Xing’er siblings had already eagerly assembled outside Xia Hong’s secluded chamber.

"Xing’er, what’s your power level now?"

The last to arrive, the third sibling, Su Zhi, immediately queried the youngest’s strength, prompting Su Jing and Su Xu to turn their heads curiously.

13-maned, 12-maned, 12-maned...

Seeing through the three brothers’ strengths, Su Xing’er beamed with happiness and couldn’t help but display a trace of pride while replying to the third sibling’s inquiry about her power level, "I’m at 17-maned now."

17-maned!

Upon hearing it, the expressions of Su Jing and the others were filled with astonishment, rejoicing for their sister while exchanging glances among themselves, reading a hint of helplessness in each other’s eyes.

Ever since April 20 departing from Qinghua City, whether on the way to Lin Chu County or living in the Governor Mansion for almost five months, they were relentless, engaging in continual cultivation efforts.

Their intense cultivation was driven by not wanting to disappoint their master Hong Yu, further, realizing the vast gap in talent compared to Su Xing’er, knowing that any relaxation would immediately widen the gap with their sister.

Being older siblings, they didn’t wish for a future where they’d need Su Xing’er for protection.

Unfortunately, despite their strenuous efforts, the gap continued to widen.

Setting off from Qinghua City, the gap with Su Xing’er was just over 2-maned, now it has doubled.

"Brothers, no need to worry, Sister Shiqin has mentioned that the Blood Miasma Plain trial lasts two months, with many participants experiencing some degree of Battle Body Talent advancement afterwards. You are superior Battle Bodies, perhaps after this trial, you’ll also upgrade to top-grade Battle Body Talent!"