Chapter 191: Six Thousand Miles West
Chapter 191: Six Thousand Miles West
After Igniting Bloodline, Gao Jing’s physical condition far surpassed everyone in the Primary World.
When he advanced to become a Totem Warrior, stepping into the Domain of the supernatural, this gap grew even wider.
Therefore, in the Primary World, Gao Jing needed to carefully control his strength to avoid accidentally hurting people or breaking things.
In such a situation, even though he hadn’t learned any combat skills, whether it was Sawang Suxi, Valarino, any pro fighter, or even a world boxing champion, they were no match for him at all.
Now, a little rabbit was challenging an elephant.
What would an elephant think?
Well, if someone offered a bunch of bananas, it might barely consider it. After all, even the smallest piece of meat counts.
Fan Hu was speechless.
He could clearly feel that indescribable confidence emanating from Gao Jing.
This confidence didn’t stem from arrogance or ignorance.
It came from true strength!
Fan Hu felt that the Gao Jing before him now was even stronger than the one he’d seen last time.
No proof, just pure intuition.
Brother Tiger couldn’t help but scratch his head. “I think… they probably wouldn’t agree to it, right?”
A one million greenbacks appearance fee could hire quite a few famous professional fighters.
“Want a beating without paying?”
Gao Jing let out a hearty laugh. “Getting some pretty wild ideas!”
After saying goodbye to Fan Hu, Gao Jing left the tattoo shop and returned to his home at Minglan Grand View.
He eagerly made his way to the basement.
He needed to test his new Totem.
Actually, it wasn’t entirely new. It was the same Flame Blade Combat Technique, just inscribed on his left arm now.
Removing his outer clothes, Gao Jing bared both arms.
As Totemic Power flowed in, both Flame Blade Totems flared to life. Scorching energy radiated from his body, transforming into fiery flames that coiled around his arms and formed two crimson long blades!
The blade forming on his right arm manifested a full second faster than the one on his left.
Gao Jing waved casually. The left and right Flame Blades cleaved through the air with fierce whooshing sounds. Their combined power undoubtedly surpassed that of a single blade.
However, mastering the use of the left-hand blade would definitely require long, arduous practice.
Furthermore, the Seven Enemy-Slaying Blades wasn’t a dual-blade combat art.
So truly unleashing the potential of wielding both blades wasn’t something that could be achieved overnight.
Old Shaman Shan Yan had told Gao Jing that none of the ancient combat techniques passed down to the present day were useless.
Because they had all been tested, refined, and honed to near perfection through the real battlefield experiences of countless powerful warriors.
All combat techniques, whether Body Tempering techniques, weapon arts, or Totem Combat Arts, were the most precious legacy left by ancestors for mankind. A true warrior must learn to utilize them fully.
In the Martial Hall and the sacred places, there existed combat techniques far more powerful than the Flame Blade.
Yet, if a warrior could cultivate the Flame Blade to a god-like level and, building upon it, derive their own unique techniques, it would surpass any other combat technique.
That was also the reason Old Shaman Shan Yan encouraged Gao Jing to continue choosing the Flame Blade!
Gao Jing dismissed the Flame Blade on his right hand and practiced the Seven Enemy-Slaying Blades using only the blade on his left hand.
He had to achieve the same level of proficiency with his left hand as he enjoyed with his right before he could attempt to create his own dual-blade technique.
A combat technique that suited him best right now!
Gao Jing stayed in the basement for three entire days and nights.
He practiced ceaselessly, only stopping when his Totemic Power and Battle Qi were exhausted. He’d then sit down for some food and resume practicing the left-hand Flame Blade the moment he recovered.
Only during the early hours of the fourth day did Gao Jing finally stop his training.
He went upstairs, took a refreshing hot shower, and slept soundly until dawn. After waking up, he changed into a fresh set of clothes, went out, and ate a hearty breakfast.
Then he hailed a taxi to Dexing Mercedes-Benz.
At this 4S dealership, Gao Jing paid the remaining balance in full and drove away his custom-ordered G63.
Behind the wheel of the brand-new G-class monster, he first headed to a nearby gas station to fill up the tank.
Then, turning on the navigation, he set off directly on his journey toward the Kunlun Mountains!
Gao Jing had originally planned to go to the Western Frontier after the New Year.
Unexpectedly, Ji Yu had gone to Lion City for the holiday. Finding himself quite bored alone at home after three days of blade practice, he simply decided to leave early.
A journey taken at the spur of the moment!
The provincial capital was three thousand kilometers from the Kunlun Mountains, requiring passage through six provinces. But thanks to the nation’s formidable infrastructure, he could reach it entirely by expressway.
For Gao Jing, staying awake and alert for days and nights without food or water was nothing out of the ordinary.
So theoretically, if he pushed hard, he could reach his destination in just over a day.
And that’s exactly what Gao Jing intended to do.
Turning on the car radio and listening to the music channel, he drove the huge G-class West.
Traveling alone is always lonely, much more so for a six thousand Li journey.
So Gao Jing decided to try something interesting.
He attempted to infuse the vehicle in motion—his mighty G-class—with his Battle Qi!
Battle Qi Empowerment was an ability intrinsic to a Junior Totem Warrior. It involved channeling Totemic Power to transform into Battle Qi, which was then focused and layered onto weapons or armor to enhance attack and defense.
Having advanced to an Advanced-rank Totem Warrior, his Battle Qi Empowerment elevated to a new level. Now, he could empower his mount.
This would boost the mount’s strength while giving him finer control over it.
It was also an essential ability for becoming a Knight.
But mounts are living creatures, fundamentally different from lifeless weapons and equipment. Thus, becoming a Knight wasn’t easy, demanding an exceptionally high degree of mastery over one’s own power.
Moreover, the SUV Gao Jing sat upon was no ordinary mount like a horse. It was a product of mechanical technology—lifeless, without intelligence, yet far more intricate and precise than simple weapons or armor.
Gao Jing’s action was quite daring.
While he’d long mastered the method of Battle Qi Empowerment, applying it to something other than himself, or weapons and armor, was a first attempt. And it was even a complex, moving machine.
If he lost control even slightly, this over two million greenbacks SUV could be damaged, bringing his journey to a sudden halt!
At this crucial moment, the spiritual power Gao Jing had cultivated through the Shan Yue Refining Spirit Art proved incredibly vital.
While driving, he painstakingly, bit by bit, extended his Battle Qi outward, covering the entire vehicle.
Slowly wrapped it around every component.
All without compromising the vehicle’s safe operation.
This was undoubtedly an immensely difficult task, putting enormous strain on both Gao Jing’s energy and mental focus.
Yet, the benefits of Battle Qi Empowerment revealed themselves clearly.
Previously, Gao Jing’s understanding of cars was solely at a driving level. At best, he could change a spare tire. For any real mechanical issues, he’d have to find a mechanic.
But now, as his Battle Qi gradually “infused” the SUV, its internal structure began to take shape within his perception, piece by piece. It was like constructing and rendering a three-dimensional image – incredibly marvelous!
He then realized his command over this wildly capable mount was improving.
Gradually, he attained a profound sense of fusion between man and machine!
One day later.
By the time Gao Jing reached Shanzhou, the provincial capital of Xihai Province, he had successfully completed the full-vehicle Battle Qi Empowerment.
The process had been arduous, but achieved without a single mishap!
Under the Battle Qi Empowerment, Gao Jing’s control over this SUV reached unparalleled heights. If he wished, he could make the beast perform maneuvers pushing its mechanical limits at any moment.
Sharp uphill turns, controlled drifts – such feats became as easy to him as eating and drinking.
Additionally, while driving, he could now perceive the surroundings within a certain area around the vehicle.
For instance, if another car approached, he detected it immediately.
With this ability, if Gao Jing truly set his mind to it and trained a little longer?
He could sweep through F1 and WRC, easily grabbing championships until his hands ached!
Effortlessly claiming the title of “God of Driving.”
Arriving in Shanzhou meant his final destination, the Kunlun Pass, wasn’t far.
Gao Jing didn’t hurry onward just yet. First, he had his SUV taken for its first service at a Mercedes-Benz dealership in Shanzhou.
It mainly involved changing the engine oil and oil filter.
After spending the night in Shanzhou.
He set off again early the next morning, but the expressway was no longer an option.
Heavy snowfall had swept across Xihai Province just days before. The highway section linking Kunlun Pass to Shanzhou was severely covered in snow and ice. Traffic control measures were in place, preventing passage.
The ideal time for driving tours to Kunlun was usually from July to September. Right now marked the peak of harsh weather.
Only someone crazy like Gao Jing would attempt sightseeing in the mountains at this time.
Bypassing the expressway, he took national and provincial roads.
Reaching the very last stretch, not even his Battle Qi-empowered G-class could advance further against the elements.
Gao Jing then stowed the massive SUV into his Storage Space. Braving the wind and snow, he continued his journey towards Kunlun Pass on foot.
Nothing could block his path.
Nothing could dampen his reverence for the sacred mountains that lay in his heart!