Ch 3: First Steps to Power
The first light of dawn filtered into the cave, casting a gentle glow over Feng Chen's weary form. Despite the lingering pain, a spark of determination ignited within him. He had a mission, a purpose. The Seclusion System had given him a chance to rise above his circumstances, and he intended to seize it.
Feng Chen took a deep breath and settled into a meditative stance. The cave was quiet, save for the soft whisper of the wind outside. He closed his eyes, focusing inward. The Qi within him flowed more freely now, unimpeded by the Nine Heavens Blockage. He could feel the energy coursing through his meridians, filling him with a sense of power he had never known before.
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Mission: First Steps to Power
Objective: Complete your initial seclusion training. Meditate and cultivate for three continuous days within the cave without interruption.
Reward: Breakthrough to Body Refining Realm and a Beginner's Spiritual Weapon.
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With a determined heart, Feng Chen began his cultivation. The first few hours were challenging; his mind wandered, and his body ached from the recent ordeal. But he pushed through, focusing on the flow of Qi and the ancient breathing techniques he had learned from old scrolls and manga. Slowly, the world around him faded, and he entered a state of deep meditation.
Time lost its meaning as he delved deeper into his cultivation. The cave, once a place of refuge, became a sanctum where he forged his path to power. He felt the earth's energy beneath him, grounding him and providing a steady reservoir of Qi. Each breath he took drew in the essence of the world, refining it within his body and strengthening his core.
As the first day turned into the second, Feng Chen's connection with the earth grew stronger. He could sense the subtle vibrations of life around him, the shifting energies that flowed through the cave. His mind became clearer, sharper, and more attuned to the world beyond the physical.
On the third day, a change occurred. Feng Chen felt a surge of energy within him, a powerful force that resonated with his very being. His body, now acclimated to the flow of Qi, absorbed the energy more efficiently. His meridians expanded, and his spiritual sense heightened, allowing him to perceive the world in greater detail.
As the sun dipped below the horizon on the third day, Feng Chen opened his eyes. He felt different, stronger, and more in tune with the world around him. A soft chime echoed in his mind, and a new system notification appeared:
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Mission Complete: First Steps to Power
Reward: Breakthrough to Body Refining Realm and a Beginner's Spiritual Weapon.
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Feng Chen felt a powerful surge within him as his body underwent a profound transformation. His muscles tightened, his bones strengthened, and his senses sharpened. He had broken through to the Body Refining Realm, the first significant step on his path to power.
Before him, a small, intricately carved jade dagger materialized. It pulsed with a gentle blue light, emanating an aura of protection and power. The system provided a brief description:
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Jade Dagger of Tranquility: This beginner's spiritual weapon enhances the wielder's focus and sharpens their spiritual sense. It is a versatile weapon, suitable for both offense and defense in the early stages of cultivation.
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Feng Chen grasped the dagger, feeling its weight and the energy it radiated. It was a simple weapon, but it symbolized the beginning of his journey—a journey that would take him from exile to ascendance.
Curious to see the changes within himself, Feng Chen opened his status window:
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Name: Feng Chen
Age: 15 / 85
Cultivation Level: Body Refining Realm
Status: Exiled, Mortal
Condition: None
Talent: ???
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He noticed that his maximum age had increased as well, a direct result of his breakthrough. This filled him with hope and determination.
With the completion of his first mission, Feng Chen felt a renewed sense of purpose. The Seclusion System had guided him through his initial steps, and he knew it would continue to be his ally in the challenges to come. He glanced at the cave entrance, the dawn of a new day spilling light into his sanctuary. The world outside was vast and filled with unknown dangers, but Feng Chen was no longer the same boy who had been cast out and deemed worthless.
He had begun to unlock his true potential, and with each passing day, he would grow stronger. Feng Chen rose to his feet, the jade dagger in hand, and took his first steps out of the cave. The path to ascendance lay before him, and he was ready to face whatever challenges the world had in store.
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