Here Is a Monster . . .
Cha Eun Xiao embarked on another day of continuous combat. Over sixty disciples took turns challenging him in awe of the incredible spectacle unfolding before them. It was as if they were witnessing a legend or myth come to life.
In the morning, the arduous sparring sessions began. Cha Eun Xiao endured relentless pummeling from over sixty practitioners. He was subjected to punches, kicks, twists, and torture without respite. Finally, at lunchtime, he found a brief moment of rest.
The combat resumed after lunch, and to the astonishment of his fellow disciples, Cha Eun Xiao displayed a newfound strength. As the afternoon wore on, it was apparent that he had grown stronger since morning, although he was still unable to secure victory. Once again, he braved a barrage of punches, kicks, twists, and torment.
It wasn't until dinnertime that Cha Eun Xiao had another opportunity to rest. The rigorous combat continued afterward, and the onlookers couldn't help but notice a pattern. Cha Eun Xiao appeared to become progressively stronger each day. His tenacity and resilience seemed to increase, perplexing his fellow disciples.
The intense sparring sessions carried on until midnight. Eventually, the disciples retreated to rest and engage in their own cultivation practices.
On the following day, the combat persisted, but Cha Eun Xiao continued to amaze his peers with his improved performance. Morning after morning, they observed his strength growing.
Early on the final day, he was swiftly defeated by a single blow from a level five Dream Origin Stage disciple. However, as the morning progressed, Cha Eun Xiao managed to hold his ground, responding more effectively to attacks. This marked a noticeable improvement.
In the afternoon, his performance showed further advancement, enabling him to maintain his balance and avoid an embarrassing fall. By evening, he demonstrated even greater progress.
The next morning, he was defeated by a single strike, but he no longer tumbled clumsily. The level five disciple was genuinely taken aback by Cha Eun Xiao's rapid improvement. Their sparring partner, Zhan Yunfei, closely observed their matches and, had the disciple dared to employ any more forceful techniques that might harm Cha Eun Xiao, Zhan Yunfei would have swiftly intervened.
The disciples, seasoned in cultivation, couldn't help but be astonished by the unprecedented speed of Cha Eun Xiao's development. This exceptional growth was beyond anything they had ever witnessed.
The following day continued to astonish them as Cha Eun Xiao displayed remarkable progress. By nightfall, a monumental breakthrough occurred during his solitary cultivation session. Cha Eun Xiao suddenly ascended to level two of the Dream Origin Stage with a resounding boom.
This breakthrough was yet another accomplishment in a series of rapid advancements that left the disciples and even Zhan Yunfei stupefied. It was almost unbelievable, like a tale spun from the wildest of imaginations.
Zhan Yunfei, who had been monitoring Cha Eun Xiao's progress, was so stunned by the achievement that he tumbled from his observation post in sheer surprise. His shock was so profound that he even forgot to employ his spiritual qi to shield himself.
In disbelief, he muttered, "He just reached level one of Dream Origin Stage the day before yesterday, didn't he?"
The reaction to Cha Eun Xiao's rapid breakthrough was nothing short of astonishment and reverence. Spectators marveled at his ascent to level two and couldn't contain their awe.
"By the heavens, you are like a god!"
"You just reached level two? Just like that? What extraordinary feat are you aiming for?"
"Are you crafting your own legend, destined to become a myth?"
"Even for the most talented, brilliant cultivators, it usually takes at least half a year to progress one level. How can you soar like a rocket?"
"This is beyond belief, utterly monstrous! You're a freak!"
Before anyone could approach him, Cha Eun Xiao sprang to his feet and quickly made his escape. A bout of coughing concealed his embarrassment. He focused his energy to mend the minor injuries on his face. He was well aware that many had witnessed his fall, so he blurted out an angry retort, "What are you staring at? What's the matter? Want to inspect my dignity? Drop your pants if you want to compare!"
The disciples were left flabbergasted.
"Come on, Master Zhan, we were just concerned about your well-being. We only wished to ensure you were okay. Listen to what you just said... you asked us to look at our... you-know-what. That's incredibly impolite."
"While we don't mind being slighted, what about your own reputation? Why undermine your own standing? Look at how you've embarrassed yourself... You must be setting a record for self-ruination within our sect."
Little did they know that Zhan Yunfei was too astonished and embarrassed to maintain his composure. He had reached a perplexing and startling conclusion about Cha Eun Xiao.
He believed that, given another day, Cha Eun Xiao would experience even greater improvement. Though he might not yet defeat a level five Dream Origin Stage disciple, he would certainly be able to prolong the battle.
Zhan Yunfei, a level eight Dao Origin Stage cultivator, possessed keen insight and a sharp mind.
True to his prediction, the following day, Cha Eun Xiao engaged in a combat against a level five Dream Origin Stage disciple. As anticipated, they were evenly matched.
Ultimately, with Zhan Yunfei's consent, the level five disciple fought at full power and narrowly defeated Cha Eun Xiao.
Zhan Yunfei had a distinct impression that Cha Eun Xiao didn't unleash his full potential in the battle. He could have won if he had exerted his full strength.
Cha Eun Xiao continued to improve, even during the fight that day. He prolonged the battle because he sought to solidify his new level of strength. In reality, if he had fought with utmost effort, he likely would have emerged victorious.
That night, Cha Eun Xiao unleashed a mighty shout, propelling the level five disciple backward by several steps. Three distinct footprints marked the disciple's chest.
Silence enveloped the entire arena, as they marveled at Cha Eun Xiao's awe-inspiring display.