Chapter 9: Breakthrough and the Day 4 Spin
The morning sun rose over Seria City, scattering golden light across rooftops. Luo Shin sat cross-legged in his hut, the faint hum of Qi flowing around him.
His system panel floated steadily:
> Realm: Qi Refraining (Level 4)
Spiritual Energy: 390/400
Technique: 〈Circulating Qi Palm〉 (Low-Grade, Intermediate)
Spiritual Root: Middle
Soul: Infant
Shin exhaled slowly. "Just 10 more Spiritual Energy… and I can breakthrough."
He closed his eyes, focusing entirely. Qi in the atmosphere swirled around him. His Spiritual Root (Middle) helped him circulate energy more efficiently than before, and his Soul (Infant) allowed him to sense subtle fluctuations in his body and surroundings.
Ding!
[Spiritual Energy: 400/400]
[Breakthrough available: Qi Refraining Level 4 → 5]
Shin took a deep breath and began the breakthrough process.
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Qi Refraining Level 5 Breakthrough
He inhaled, circulating Qi in his meridians. The warmth expanded, filling his chest. The 〈Circulating Qi Palm〉 technique pulsed in resonance with his body.
Ding!
[Spiritual Energy consumed: 400 → 0]
[Breakthrough complete: Qi Refraining (Level 5)]
[Spiritual Energy capacity increased: 500]
Shin opened his eyes. He felt lighter, stronger. Every breath, every movement carried more power. His body had become more resilient, and Qi flowed smoother than ever.
> System Notification:
Congratulations, Host! You have successfully reached Qi Refraining Level 5.
Shin flexed his fingers. The wooden post in front of him vibrated slightly as he struck it with 〈Circulating Qi Palm〉. A visible shockwave radiated outward.
"This… this is amazing!" Shin whispered.
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Day 4 Lucky Royale Spin
After the breakthrough, Shin's panel flickered with a golden light:
Ding!
[Lucky Royale Spin: Day 4 available]
[You have acquired: Common-Grade Defensive Treasure]
Shin inspected it carefully. The treasure was a small amulet infused with Qi, capable of reducing physical and Qi damage slightly—nothing spectacular, but definitely useful for daily training.
> Treasure Type: Defensive
Grade: Common
Effect: Absorbs 10% damage from minor attacks
Shin smiled faintly. "Finally… a useful treasure. This will protect me while I keep training."
He stored the amulet safely and returned to training. Every strike of his 〈Circulating Qi Palm〉 now carried more precision and power, strengthened by his new Qi capacity and breakthrough.
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Progression Summary
Realm: Qi Refraining Level 5
Spiritual energy :0/500
Spiritual Energy Capacity: 500
Technique: 〈Circulating Qi Palm〉 (Low-Grade, Intermediate)
Spiritual Root: Middle
Soul: Infant
Treasure: Common-Grade Defensive Amulet
Shin closed his eyes and meditated. He knew the world was still chaotic, beginners were everywhere, and danger lurked, but now he had the system, the skills, and the treasure to protect himself.
> Step by step, spin by spin… my power grows. Soon, no one will be able to ignore me.
Outside, Seria City continued its Qi-fueled chaos. But in the quiet hut, Luo Shin silently walked forward on his path—the path of the Absolute Anomaly.
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✨ End of Chapter 9 ✨