Immortality Begins with Breathing Exercises

Chapter 74: Chapter 58: Forbidden Technique

”You want to learn?”

”Just want to understand a bit.”

”On this journey, I discovered that real combat is even more insidious and cruel than I imagined. Those bandits strike with poisoned hidden weapons and poison powder. Learning some knowledge could help defend against them.”

Lin Zheyu said.

With his formidable strength, he still had to avoid unknown poison powders, not daring to touch them, fearing accidental contact with a deadly toxin.

When encountering weaker opponents, he could eliminate them from a distance with throwing knives. But when facing equally matched opponents, it was not feasible.

He wasn’t skilled in using hidden weapons, and his hidden weapon techniques could only bully those weaker than him. Earlier, when facing Qiao Spring, who had boosted his power to the Qi Blood Realm using a military formation, his thrown knives were all blocked.

If he had charged in directly, with his Qi Blood Realm strength, he might have been able to withstand if the poison was not potent.

But his cautious nature made him unwilling to gamble on that chance. What if the poison powder was highly toxic?

As Murphy’s Law suggests, if something can go wrong, no matter how improbable it is, it will happen.

”That’s true. Real combat is life or death, figuring out how to destroy the opponent, often using dirty tricks, harmful moves, and poisons.”

”Before bandits launch an attack, they first use smoke and poison smoke. However, this kind of attack takes a long time to take effect, and merchant caravans are always prepared for it.”

”Truly fast-acting deadly poisons aren’t as common as you think, and they’re expensive, with limited purchasing channels.”

”Most poisons take effect through inhalation. If you encounter them, just be cautious and hold your breath during the fight.”

”If you want to learn this knowledge, I’ll ask someone to inquire. Mr. Mo in the army comes from a family of medical practitioners, but it’s not public knowledge.” Han Mo said.

”Hmm, thank you, senior brother.”

”How do you guys usually deal with those skilled in using poisons?” Lin Zheyu asked.

”Hold your breath and use crossbow arrows to attack.”

”We always carry antidotes and anti-poison pills. Take them beforehand, and in case of poisoning, hold your breath and seek a doctor for treatment afterwards.”

”As long as it’s not an incurable poison, most can be treated.”

Han Mo said, noticing Lin Zheyu’s lingering doubts, he continued, ”Don’t worry, poisons aren’t as fearsome as you imagine. Holding your breath can handle most poisons.”

”Poison effects are also about dosage. Small amounts of poison can be resisted by a Martial Artist’s constitution. Take some anti-poison pills to withstand it, and seek medical help afterwards.”

”As long as you don’t encounter those rare and extremely toxic poisons, being cautious should suffice.”

”Hmm.” Lin Zheyu nodded.

What he feared was those extremely toxic poisons. His life was precious; he didn’t want to lose it due to negligence.

Han Mo brought two bottles of pills for him, one for detoxification and one for poison prevention, which only work against ordinary toxins.

However, they also have some effect on more severe poisons, helping alleviate the toxins and hold on until medical treatment.

”Thank you, senior brother.”

Lin Zheyu said, accepting the pills in gratitude.

”Haven’t seen you in a while, let me see if your skills have regressed.” After Lin Zheyu packed up his things, Han Mo stood up with a smile.

”Alright.”

Lin Zheyu nodded, took off his coat, and walked over with his treasured saber.

”Come on.”

Han Mo gestured with confidence, holding a long blade, signaling Lin Zheyu forward.

Recently, he had made significant progress in his skills, and he could already sense the Qi Blood in his body.

Once he fortifies his spirit further, he will be able to combine Qi Blood with mental energy, and under the integration of spirit, gather Qi Blood together.

”Hey!”

Lin Zheyu chuckled and charged at his senior brother, blade in hand.

Clang clang clang

Clear sounds of blades clashing echoed in the field.

Han Mo maintained his power at Bone Forging Realm, and Lin Zheyu suppressed his strength to the same level.

The two exchanged blows, and Han Mo gradually began to feel pressured.

”Just a few days without seeing, and Mr. Lin has become so formidable!”

Han Mo was astonished.

Lin Zheyu combined the Golden Swan Skill with the Six Harmonies Blade exceptionally well; his saber skill paired with body technique allowed for attack and defense, leaving Han Mo at a loss.

His saber skill was formidable, but lacking in speed and dexterity, leaving him helpless against Lin Zheyu.

”Sir’s junior is so strong, able to trade blows with him equally!”

The soldiers watching from the side were utterly shocked.

Such impressive strength at such a young age; Mr. Han’s junior has unlimited potential in the future!

Clang.

Bam—

Han Mo seized an opportunity, slashing horizontally with his blade, his arm muscles bulging, unleashing a terrifying force.

Lin Zheyu parried the strike, but was knocked back several steps by the sudden attack from his senior brother.

”Senior brother’s Six Harmonies Saber Skill is truly remarkable!”

Lin Zheyu sheathed his saber and cupped his hands, speaking.

Senior brother Han Mo had practiced the Six Harmonies Blade to a masterful level; the cultivation technique of Peak Refining Internal Realm had brought him close to breaking through to the Qi Blood Realm.

His personality was honest, but his saber skills were highly adaptable, the Six Harmonies Saber Skill being unpredictable; it often struck Lin Zheyu by surprise with its tricky angles of attack.

However, this was also because Lin Zheyu mainly focused on saber skills, using Golden Swan Skill as a supplement; his saber skills were his weaker domain. If he used Golden Swan Skill or Wild Bull Fist, it would be a different story.

”No wonder even Mr. Liang couldn’t help but praise your talent and comprehension. Mr. Lin, your rapid improvement makes me envious.”

Han Mo exclaimed.

It hadn’t been long since they last met, yet Mr. Lin’s strength had advanced once again.