Immortality: Starts with seeking good fortune and avoiding disaster!

Chapter 6: Skin Tempering Realm Warrior 

Boom~~ 

In an instant, Xiao Fan felt a mysterious airflow coming from the depths of his consciousness, containing incredible energy that quickly spread to every inch of his skin. 

There seemed to be snake-shaped air currents swimming in every corner of his body. 

With every breath, his skin became smoother and tougher. 

One breath, one breath, one breath, one breath... 

This was the Soaring Snake Breathing Method recorded in the Soaring Snake Technique. 

Through the power of breathing, he could temper his body and achieve further evolution. 

Under the influence of this mysterious power, Xiao Fan entered a state of enlightenment. The top martial arts techniques that were originally difficult to understand now became clear to him in an instant. 

Strands of mysterious energy spread throughout the space under the influence of the breathing method. 

At this moment, Xiao Fan's body seemed to be wrapped in a large white cloud, as though he was soaring into the heavens. 

These clouds also entered and exited his nostrils, mouth, and every pore of his body. 

It was as if he had transformed into an immortal. 

The sweet-scented osmanthus tree was also surrounded by clouds and mist. 

Fortunately, it was the third watch of the night, and all was quiet. There was no one around, except for the sounds of insects and the occasional bird. Otherwise, such a significant disturbance would surely attract the attention of the villagers. 

Xiao Fan didn't know how long it lasted, but eventually, this vision came to an end, and he returned to a normal state. 

"Is this how I get started with the Soaring Snake Technique?" 

Xiao Fan looked at the panel on his body. 

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[Name: Xiao Fan] 

[Fate: Great blessings all over the sky]

[Effect: If you survive a catastrophe, you will be blessed] 

[Lifespan: 60] 

[Luck Points: 0] 

[Cultivation Method: Soaring Snake Technique (incomplete), Level 1] 

[Skill: Fishing (entry level)] 

[Realm: Skin Tempering Realm (53%)] 

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"Haha, I really made a breakthrough! Now I have become a Skin Tempering Realm warrior." 

Xiao Fan clenched his fists, feeling very excited. 

He immediately noticed that the skin on his body had undergone earth-shaking changes. 

Originally, due to sun exposure, rain, and years of hard work, his skin was dry and covered with scars, causing him to appear much older than his age. 

At only seventeen or eighteen years old, he looked as though he were twenty-seven or thirty. 

This was characteristic of all fishermen; they matured early and aged quickly. 

But now, after becoming a Skin Tempering Realm warrior, he felt as though he had shed his old skin. The skin all over his body was smooth, and the scars had completely vanished. 

More importantly, his skin had become incredibly tough, capable of withstanding knife and stick attacks. 

"The rumored skin-tempered warriors have skin as tough as cowhide and a strong resistance to blows." 

"Ordinary people's fists cannot inflict much damage on them." 

"This special skin allows warriors to reduce a lot of damage." 

"Even some powerful skin-tempering warriors can withstand assaults from swords and sticks." 

"Even against the attacks of dozens of people, they can remain unscathed." 

Xiao Fan also understood why the Dragon King Gang was so fearless; they were all warriors. 

Even with only two or three members, dozens or hundreds of villagers from Osmanthus Village were no match for them. 

This represented an entirely qualitative change and improvement. 

However, martial arts techniques are also classified into low, medium, high, and top levels. 

If a martial arts technique is low-level, then the range of skin tempering won't cover the entire body, but only certain limbs. It requires top martial arts techniques for skin tempering to encompass every part of the body. 

Regrettably, such top-notch martial arts techniques are extremely rare and can be counted on one hand. 

The Soaring Snake Technique is one of these top martial arts techniques. Its skin tempering range includes every corner of the body, allowing the warrior's skin to undergo multiple transformations—much like a soaring snake shedding its skin. 

"Now my strength is truly formidable." 

"One punch can exert at least three hundred kilograms of force." 

Xiao Fan clenched his fist, feeling that every part of his body was brimming with power. 

Although, as a son of a fisherman, he had worked hard every day, accumulating strength, he still fell short compared to a true warrior. 

Moreover, due to overwork, he had many hidden injuries and was susceptible to fatigue. 

But now, after learning the Soaring Snake Technique, his physical condition had improved tremendously. 

All the hidden injuries disappeared, and he felt incredibly energetic. 

It was precisely because of this that his lifespan had increased to sixty years. 

In other words, this improvement in cultivation had increased his life expectancy by twelve years. 

Although his one hundred luck points had been completely consumed, the results were well worth it. 

"It's not just that my strength has improved." 

"My speed and explosive power have also increased significantly." 

Xiao Fan threw a punch, and his punching speed was more than twice as fast as before. 

Even though he was not proficient in any martial arts, relying purely on explosive power and speed meant that ordinary adult men could not compete with him. Even fellow Skin Tempering Realm warriors would struggle against him. 

After all, the Soaring Snake Technique is an top technique, allowing his body to be completely tempered. 

Other ordinary martial arts techniques lack such an effect. 

"I wonder what Zheng Wenbing's strength is." 

Xiao Fan thought of Zheng Wenbing, the leader of the Dragon King Gang. He was undoubtedly a warrior, but he wasn't sure whether Zheng Wenbing held a position in the Skin Tempering Realm or a higher realm. 

But now that his strength had greatly increased, even facing Zheng Wenbing wouldn't frighten him as much. 

This confidence stemmed from his newfound strength. 

"It's almost time; I need to head back." 

Xiao Fan glanced at the moon in the sky. If he lingered any longer, the villagers of Osmanthus Village might start rising, potentially discovering the situation and exposing his secrets. 

With this thought in mind, he hesitated, then waved the iron shovel in his hand, covering the original soil back in place. 

In no time, the area returned to its prior state. 

Even if someone looked closely, they would find no evidence of groundbreaking here. 

Then he took the wooden box and quickly returned home. 

Since it was already dark, no one noticed that Xiao Fan had been out. 

"This opportunity was truly fantastic." 

After returning home, his excitement finally settled, and he stored the wooden box away. 

The benefits derived from this eighth-grade opportunity were tremendous. 

Not only did he acquire twenty taels of silver, but he also received a top martial arts technique that provided him with the means to protect himself. 

There was hope for the days to come. 

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