Becoming a Saint by Touching Corpses

Zhou Yang, one of the most outstanding inner disciples of the new generation in the Extreme Fist Sect.

Alongside Li Yagui and Chen Muju, he is seen as the hope of the sect and has always been a primary focus for cultivation.

Once, he had a bold buzz cut, a robust physique, eyes sharp as a hawk, exuding an overwhelming aura of arrogance and invincibility.

But now, his long hair is disheveled, he appears sloppy, with a hunched back, leaning on a cane.

He limps when he walks, a stark contrast to his former self, like night and day.

After Qi Bao died, the Heavy Sword Sect launched indiscriminate attacks and retaliations against the disciples of the Extreme Fist Sect.

Zhou Yang became the most tragic victim among them.

His legs were broken, his body destroyed, leaving hardly any future potential in martial arts.

As for the arrival of Lou Yi and the others, Zhou Yang was oblivious.

His gaze at this moment was fixated intensely on another side.

Following Zhou Yang's gaze, one can see two young people standing there, a man and a woman, leaning against an empty courtyard wall, talking and laughing, seemingly like a pair of celestial lovers.

The man wore a sky-blue brocade robe, a golden belt, with an immaculate white jade crown on his head, exuding nobility, clearly of extraordinary origin.

Lou Yi immediately recognized him as the second son of the Xu Family, Xu Haoren.

Previously met at a banquet, where Lou Yi had once gambled with him and won quite a bit of silver.

The woman wore a simple white dress, which could not hide her slender figure and tiny waist.

Her face was beautiful, her eyes appeared to always carry a hint of a smile, naturally evoking goodwill, she was the number one beauty of the Extreme Fist Sect, Jia Hong.

"Young Master Xu, I have a question for you."

"Miss Jia, no need for formality, please, ask freely."

"Recently, I've been advancing quickly in my cultivation, I'm confident I can break through to the Two Blood Realm, but I always feel that doing so would leave something incomplete."

"Miss Jia is indeed remarkably talented, barely after breaking through you're ready to advance again," Xu Haoren praised her first, then showed a pondering expression, "However, a martial artist must solidify their foundation in the early stages, faster isn't always better.

If you feel incomplete, it suggests there might be some gaps, addressing them would allow you to go further in the future."

Hearing this, Jia Hong showed a bit of admiration: "Young Master Xu, your insight is something I can't compare to."

"Not at all, Miss Jia you're too kind," Xu Haoren waved humbly, yet unable to suppress the smile on his lips, "My family happens to have White Snow Frost that can help solidify the foundation, made from Heavenly Snow Lotus and Monster Spirit Horn.

Applying it on your body can circulate qi-blood, covering areas the blood and flesh haven't refined."

"I can't accept Young Master Xu's treasure," Jia Hong shook her head, "My father taught me before that to receive kindness is to accrue debt, rely on oneself for everything."

"Ah, it's just a small matter, aren't we friends, or does Miss Jia see me as an outsider?" Upon hearing Jia Hong's refusal, Xu Haoren appreciated her even more, yet it aroused his competitive spirit, feigned anger.

"Let's talk later..." Jia Hong chuckled lightly, gracefully flitting outside like a swallow.

Xu Haoren naturally followed closely, unwilling to part even a step.

Not far away, Zhou Yang's teeth nearly bit through his lip, eyes filled with intense hatred.

"Does this guy also have his day?" Zhan Weida laughed, full of schadenfreude.

He stepped forward loudly, "Well, isn't this our Young Master Zhou, why are you holding a cane?"

Zhou Yang turned his head, glaring angrily.

Zhan Weida feigned realization, "Oh, I get it.

Perhaps you've practiced some supreme divine skill and use the cane as a unique weapon to become a grandmaster? Wow, impressive, impressive!"

Hearing these taunts, Zhou Yang couldn't hold back any longer.

"Get lost, you motherfucker!"

He swung the cane fiercely at Zhan Weida.

Zhan Weida nimbly dodged to the side, easily avoiding it.

But Zhou Yang, due to using too much force and losing the cane's support, stumbled, nearly falling awkwardly to the ground.

Lou Yi watched and shook his head secretly.

He originally thought, after a breakthrough, to teach this person a good lesson, because Zhou Yang had caused him trouble a few times before.

Now, it seems completely unnecessary, it would only lower his own status for no reason.

One could only say, don't be too arrogant, or sooner or later the boomerang will hit you.

"Let's go."

Lou Yi dragged the still unsatisfied Zhan Weida away.

Behind them, Zhou Yang propped himself up with his hands, forcing himself not to fall, breathing heavily.

Endless grievance and unwillingness surged up within him, his vision suddenly blurred.

...

Returning to the rented house, it was already night.

In the courtyard, there was a wooden square table and two benches.

Two familiar figures were drinking and eating under the moonlight, chatting merrily.

Upon hearing footsteps, they turned their heads, showing surprise and joy.

"The head of the house?"

"Brother Yi!"

"You sure know how to enjoy yourselves," Lou Yi teased.

"Ah, what a life it would be without wine and meat," Liu Yuan smiled, immediately moving to get Lou Yi a bench, and considerately brought over a pair of chopsticks.

Sitting at the table, Lou Yi surveyed the two of them, feeling a slight stir in his heart.

Liu Yuan hadn't changed much, still looking carefree, with his shirt open, revealing half of his pale belly.

On the other hand, Lu Yang wore a black sleeveless vest, sported a long beard on his chin, sat upright, now showing a bit of dignity.

Judging from the developed muscles on his arms and his skin turned bronze, he likely had another encounter.

"Have you been training?" Lou Yi took a piece of cooked beef, asked casually.

"I was rewarded with a Body Refining Technique by the gang for my recent achievements," Lu Yang said regretfully, "Sadly, I'm too old to break through in this life, only able to strengthen my body."

The other side, Liu Yuan quickly unveiled all of Lu Yang's secrets: "Brother Yi, you don't know, Lu Da was promoted to Hall Master of the River Gang because of his previous great achievements!"

"The gang even rewarded him with a small courtyard, I advised Lu Da to move there, but he stubbornly refused."

"If it weren't for the silver from the head of the house, how could I have climbed up so easily?" Lu Yang shook his head, "Moreover, there are many other people's spies in that courtyard, it's neither easy to leave nor comfortable to stay, it's not as enjoyable as here."

Though this was the explanation, Lou Yi knew well of his underlying concerns.

Liu Yuan and Lu Yang both swore allegiance to Lou Yi in the past, only then did he agree to take them away from Sunset Mountain.

They are also among the few in Tai City who know his true identity.

If they moved out after becoming successful, would Lou Yi be suspicious, grow doubtful?

Lu Yang was different from Liu Yuan, with a rough exterior but extremely meticulous inside.

However, if he compromised himself for a short time it might be fine, in the long run, it's impossible not to have complaints, human nature is innately like this.

Thinking of this, Lou Yi smiled and said: "Moving is a happy event, why delay? Moreover, the Hall Master of the River Gang squeezing into this small courtyard with us draws more attention.

Oh, I also have good news to share with you."

Seeing the two of them showing listening expressions, he slowly said: "Some time ago, I became an inner disciple of the Extreme Fist Sect."

"Head of the house, you broke through?" Lu Yang asked in surprise.

"I broke through months ago and have now reached the Two Blood Realm." Lou Yi still downplayed his real realm, otherwise, it would be too shocking.

"What?!"

Even so, Lu Yang and Liu Yuan were still incredibly shocked.

They were no longer naive, having been in the main city for a long time, they knew how difficult it was for someone of Lou Yi's age to break through, let alone not only becoming a martial artist but also advancing rapidly to the Two Blood Realm.

Moreover, before Lou Yi broke through, he was able to kill the leader of Sunset Mountain, a seasoned Two Blood Warrior.

Now stepping into the Two Blood Realm, how formidable must he be?

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