By IMERPUS RELUR
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They crested the ridge. Three Hollow Bone disciples blocked the path.
> "Outsiders. You picked the wrong place to walk."
Liang Chen didn't flinch.
> "Then die where you stand."
The first dropped before he finished blinking. The second tried to parry and lost both arms. The third turned to run—but a flame arc cleaved him from behind.
> [Enemies Defeated – Qi Refining 6 and 7]
[Loot: 5 Low-Grade Spirit Stones, Bone Manual (Basic), Sect Medallion]
[Current Stones: 0 → 5]
Liang Chen cleaned his blade.
> "System. Upgrade cultivation."
> [Foundation Establishment – Level 1 → Level 2]
[Cost: 10 Stones – Insufficient]
[Stones: 5]
> "Next fight should cover the rest."