By IMERPUS RELUR and
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A patrol of five sect disciples surrounded him at dusk.
All Qi Refining Level 8. Numbers didn't matter.
He moved first. Bronze skin. Earth-tier blade.
Flame Arc Slash cut the path of death in one sweep.
> [Enemies Defeated – 5x Qi Refining 8]
[Loot: 10 Low-Grade Spirit Stones, Bone Saber x2, Cloak of Concealment]
[Current Stones: 5 → 15]
> "System. Upgrade weapon."
> [Iron Edge Blade – Mortal → Earth Tier]
[Cost: 10 Stones – Confirmed]
[Remaining Stones: 5]
He held the now gleaming blade and whispered:
> "Let's see how your Core disciples fare next."