Chapter 205: Chapter 205: The Wind-Stepping Technique and Running Away Are a Better Match! The Little Demolition Expert

Although he hadn’t yet comprehended a Realm for his Tier Four Wind-Stepping Technique, he could clearly perceive various changes. The most obvious was that his body felt lighter. It wasn’t that he had actually lost weight; rather, when he activated the technique, a special current of air would form within him, making his body feel lighter.

At this moment, his body felt as light as a feather. He landed gently on the table without a sound—a particularly vexing ability of the Tier Four technique. With a Body Technique of this caliber, even an expert Inner Master would have difficulty detecting him, as the sound was simply too faint.

Furthermore, his speed had also increased dramatically. He had just gone from the bed to the tabletop in the blink of an eye. Even over such a short distance, it was clear his speed had improved significantly.

If he were trying to escape, the effect would be even more pronounced.

With his Cultivation as an Inner Master combined with the Tier Four Wind-Stepping Technique, very few at the same level could ever hope to catch him, unless they were specialists in Lightweight Skills.

People like cat burglars and night-prowling villains, and of course, those who, like Yang Chan, valued their own survival above all else.

The latter group was rare. Even among those who prioritized self-preservation, most would prepare various defensive measures rather than focusing on methods of escape.

’Now that the Wind-Stepping Technique has reached this level, I should be fine as long as I’m not targeted by a Bone Marrow Cleansing Grandmaster.’

Yang Chan zipped around his room, his body a blur of motion. One moment he was on the doorframe, the next he’d leaped to the edge of the counter, and then he appeared beside a vase. Each movement took but the blink of an eye. If he wanted to test his true top speed, he would need a much larger space.

He couldn’t fully unleash his skills in the confines of the inn room, but Yang Chan was still very satisfied with the test. He had only wanted to confirm the extent of his improvement, and now he had a clear idea.

Of course, it would be best if he never had to use this life-saving technique at all.

"Pharmacist Yang, I’ve brought the hot water you requested. Is now a good time to come in?"

The attendants hired by the Cyan Yuan Pavilion were, in a sense, considered Servant Disciples of the Cyan Yuan Sect. If any of them managed to comprehend the Wild Ox Force, they too could become Official Disciples of the Cyan Yuan Sect.

This situation was somewhat similar to being a Servant Disciple within the Cyan Yuan Sect, but their responsibilities were different.

The Cyan Yuan Sect’s Official Disciples came from several sources. A portion were promoted from the ranks of the Sect’s own Servant Disciples. Others were sent by the various Noble Families or were descendants of current Sect members. Finally, there were people like these attendants, who earned an opportunity by working for the Cyan Yuan Sect.

This had been the practice in Tan City and Taiyu City as well. A group of Servant Disciples would be recruited for service, and those who managed to stand out could become members of the Cyan Yuan Sect, completely transforming their station in life.

For many people, this was a chance to change their destiny.

"Yes, bring it in and pour it into the bathing tub."

Hearing the reply, Yang Chan appeared beside the table, picking up the Pharmacopoeia to read.

When the attendant entered, he saw Yang Chan reading, looking as if he had been at it for some time.

"It’s over there. Just fill it up."

Yang Chan lowered his book, glanced at the attendant, and pointed toward the bathing tub before resuming his reading.

He could tell with a single glance that the attendant was an ordinary person who had begun cultivating the Ox Demon’s Mighty Fist, though not for long. The physical changes were easy to spot.

It was just like when Yang Chan himself had been cultivating the Ox Demon’s Mighty Fist; Gu An had noticed he was on the verge of comprehending the Wild Ox Force. It was a perceptible change.

As one’s Cultivation grew stronger, such changes became less apparent. At the External Refining Copper Skin stage, the skin still showed alterations, but by the time one reached the Steel Rebar and Iron Bone stages, the changes were hidden within the body and much harder to detect.

It was difficult to judge a person’s Cultivation unless they went all out. At the stage of Inner Refining of the Lungs and Spleens, there would be a change in one’s breathing, but even that could be masked if their Cultivation was advanced or if they practiced a breath-concealing art.

Take Elder Ji Feng, for example. Within the Sect, he didn’t bother concealing his aura, but once he left the Cyan Yuan Sect and descended the mountain, he would restrain it. In that state, it was extremely difficult to perceive his true Cultivation.

That was the effect of practicing a breath-concealing method.

Yang Chan was the same. He had practiced his Meditation and Breath Holding Technique to Tier Three Mastery, allowing him to conceal his aura to the point where he seemed no different from someone at the External Refining Copper Skin stage. As long as he didn’t use his full power, his true strength was impossible to detect.

The attendant quickly filled the bathing tub. Once he was done, Yang Chan took out the ingredients for the Dragon Bone Medicine Bath and poured them in. After waiting for the medicinal power to infuse the water, he slipped into the tub.

His fair skin was stretched over sturdy, well-defined muscles. He was the type who looked lean in clothes but was impressively built underneath. These muscles weren’t for show; they were solid and capable of erupting with immense Combat Power at a moment’s notice.

If he were to empower himself with the Flood Dragon Demon Martial Seal, the entire Cyan Yuan Pavilion wouldn’t last long against him before being reduced to rubble. If he also used his Sword Intent, the destruction would be even faster.

He was a one-man wrecking crew—the kind that leaves nothing but scrap behind.

’Ah, perfect.’

Yang Chan soaked in the tub, the Medicinal Power from the Dragon Bone Medicine Bath surging into his body. The enhancement it provided wasn’t very significant for him anymore, but the sensation of soaking in the hot water was incredibly relaxing.

Long days of travel had left him feeling weary, and he’d had no chance to bathe on the road. Now, sinking into the hot water, he could wash away not just the grime but also the exhaustion.

The water in the tub was scalding hot, but for Yang Chan, it was just right. Any cooler and it wouldn’t have felt satisfying.

’As for the situation in White Jade City, I’ll let Elder Yan, Elder Ji Feng, and the others worry about it. I’ll just keep a low profile, follow along, and gain some experience.’

As Yang Chan soaked, his thoughts turned to this matter. The people from the Six Gates were most likely testing them, a probe likely aimed at the Cyan Yuan Sect. As a member of the Sect, Yang Chan’s philosophy was to let those in charge bear the burden.

’Then there’s that Princess Lan Yue... her potential is quite high. If I could watch her master, Xu Chuan, the Vice Alliance Leader of the Pharmacist Alliance and a Top Level Pharmacist, perform alchemy, I would definitely gain a lot of experience. It would also be a chance to see the true capabilities of a Top Level Pharmacist.’

Yang Chan was very interested in Top Level Pharmacists, as this was the path he intended to walk in the future. It would be a huge boon for him. If he could listen to such a figure explain the intricacies of being a Top Level Pharmacist, or even share their insights on alchemy, it would surely be of immense help.

The most direct benefit would be an increase in his Pharmacist class proficiency. That alone would make his trip to White Jade City worthwhile, a tangible gain.

’Becoming a Top Level Pharmacist is an incredibly difficult feat for most, but for me, it’s only a matter of time. As long as I keep investing Potential Points, it won’t be long before I become a new Top Level Pharmacist—perhaps even the youngest one in the entire Great Zhou Imperial Dynasty.’