In a frantic rush, Wang Chen reached out for the brown crystal ball lodged in the golem's abdomen, his heart pounding with urgency. The golem's hand flailed about, like a trapped beast fighting to break free, but Wang Chen wasn't about to let that stop him. He gritted his teeth, summoning every ounce of strength and resolve.
His fingers grazed the cool, smooth surface of the crystal, a glimmer of hope in his grasp. It was a tough struggle, with the golem's hand still twitching, threatening to swat him away like an annoying fly. But Wang Chen refused to back down. He yanked at the crystal with all his might, muscles straining, until finally, it came loose.
As the crystal was pulled from the golem's belly, a sudden hush fell over the scene. The once-bright runes, pulsating with power, dimmed and faded into oblivion. The golem's hand, previously poised to strike, plummeted to the ground with a resounding thud. Now reduced to a lifeless hunk of golden rock, the golem lay defeated and motionless.
Wang Chen plopped down on the golem's lifeless body, panting heavily. Sweat streamed down his face as he tried to catch his breath. "Phew... that was way too close for comfort," he muttered between gasps, his voice strained with exhaustion.
Looking around at the aftermath of the intense battle, he couldn't help but chuckle to himself. "Man, talk about cutting it close! One wrong move, and I'd be toast!"
He shifted his weary gaze towards the intriguing brown crystal ball that had caused so much chaos.
"Dang, it's all because of this darn thing," he muttered, his voice filled with a mix of frustration and curiosity. He carefully inspected the ball, sensing a tremendous surge of Earth Qi emanating from within.
Wang Chen's mind was filled with questions as he contemplated the significance of the brown crystal ball. "Could this be the source of the golem's earth element power?" he wondered aloud.
"Hey, System," he called out, his voice tinged with anticipation. "What exactly is this crystal ball?"
[Host! This crystal ball is the Core of a Crystal Core Realm Beast.]
Wang Chen scratched his head, puzzled by the contradiction. "Hold on a second," he pondered aloud. "If the Golem wasn't originally a Crystal Core realm beast, then how in the world does it possess such incredible regenerative abilities?"
[Ah, it seems like the host's brain is functioning properly for once. You're right. The Golem was initially just a Golden Core Realm beast. However, someone tampered with the golem by utilizing the runes on its body and replaced its core. This alteration allows the runes to absorb energy from the Earth Element Crystal Core whenever you unleash a deadly attack against the golem, enabling it to regenerate.]
Wang Chen rolled his eyes, disregarding the system's initial remarks. "You know, it would've been really helpful if you had mentioned this earlier while I was fighting that darn Golem," he grumbled. "I could've saved so much time and energy if I had known about its secret. Seriously, system, what's the deal with keeping important information to yourself?"
[ I'm just a humble system and if it was the protagonist instead of golem then what could you have done as he would have the luck advantage over you? And you haven't killed a single protagonist yet and asking for help or struggling every time you face a situation and I have to save you everytime.]
Wang Chen pondered over the system's words, acknowledging the truth in them. Without the system's aid, he would have long been a memory buried beneath the earth. With a resolute expression on his face, he made a silent vow. When he returned to the sect, he would deal with those two troublesome two protagonists who had caused him so much trouble. No more holding back, no more mercy. He would unleash a newfound ruthlessness upon his enemies, ensuring they regretted ever crossing his path.
Sorting out his thoughts Wang Chen got up and thought it was time to deal with the current situation, " System I can absorb this right?"
[Yes, Host! With your special body and the cultivation technique body you will have no problem absorbing it.]
Wang Chen strode purposefully towards the room, his curiosity piqued by the sight he had glimpsed earlier. As he entered, his gaze fell upon a peculiar brown coffin-like object. During his previous encounter with the Golem, he had been too preoccupied with the battle to investigate further. But now, with time on his side and no one to interrupt him, he could finally satisfy his curiosity.
He smirked as he recalled his decision to send Su Ling away. It wasn't because he truly cared about her safety. After all, she was a heroine with an abundance of luck. How could she be easily killed? No, his true motive was selfish. He wanted to claim all the treasure for himself, without having to share any of it with her.
Wang Chen cautiously approached the mysterious brown coffin, his senses on high alert. He carefully inspected its surface, searching for any hidden traps or dangers. Satisfied that it was safe, he decided to take the plunge and opened the coffin.
Inside, his eyes widened with excitement. A brown bone lay nestled within, emanating an aura of ancient power. It seemed to hold the essence of a formidable martial arts technique, just waiting to be unraveled. But that wasn't all. Adjacent to the bone, a gleaming storage ring beckoned him with its promise of hidden treasures and there was nothing else.
As Wang Chen rummaged through the storage ring, he discovered a collection of beast cores infused with potent Earth element Qi. Excitement filled his eyes, realizing the immense value of these treasures. But his curiosity didn't stop there. He picked up the peculiar brown bone, giving it a firm squeeze, expecting it to crumble like dried wood. To his astonishment, it was his own hand that experienced a sharp pain instead.
"System, what in the hell is this thing?" Wang Chen asked, his voice tinged with both surprise and intrigue.
[There is a technique stored in the bone.]
"Wait a minute," he muttered to himself, "this bone... it's infused with a hidden technique!"
Intrigued by the bone's potential, he grasped it firmly, feeling the faint energy resonating within. It was as if the bone itself had been refined through countless battles, containing the essence of a powerful martial arts technique.
Eyes filled with anticipation, Wang Chen focused his Qi onto the bone, triggering a brilliant radiance that enveloped its surface. To his amazement, ancient inscriptions appeared, swirling and dancing in the air before converging into a stream of knowledge that flowed directly into his consciousness.
Sitting cross-legged on the cool, earthen ground, Wang Chen entered a state of profound concentration. The world around him faded into insignificance as his focus shifted inward. With each passing moment, the weight of the bone in his hands seemed to diminish, replaced by a growing anticipation and a hunger for knowledge.
As he closed his eyes, a surge of energy coursed through his body, resonating with the essence of the technique stored within the bone. In that sacred space of his inner realm, the influx of information swept over him like a rushing river, carrying the secrets of the technique to the forefront of his consciousness.
Visions unfolded before him, vivid and intricate, revealing the precise movements, the subtle shifts of weight, and the harmonious flow of Qi required to unleash the Stone Body Reflecting Art.
As Wang Chen delved deeper into the knowledge stored within the bone, he discovered more than just a technique. The bone held the wisdom and experiences of a wise monk who had walked a different path. The monk had shared his thoughts and intentions through a message inscribed in the bone.
The monk's words resonated with Wang Chen as he spoke of a world filled with hostility and greed. The monk had desired to protect himself without resorting to violence. Thus, he had devised a unique technique known as the "Stone Body Reflecting Art."
According to the monk's message, by cultivating this body art, one's defenses would be bolstered and attacks against them would be met with resistance and reflection. It was a method of turning the enemy's aggression against themselves, ensuring they faced the consequences of their own actions.
However, Wang Chen learned that there were limitations to this technique. It could only reflect attacks up to a certain extent, and its full potential could only be unleashed by harnessing the power of Earth Element cores. This meant that it was not an ordinary technique that could be practiced through conventional means.
[Note:- Guys I want to ask should I make Wang Chen more ruthless like a proper villain as he doesnt care about anyone and manipulate others for whatever he wants from them and about the romance part I will ask about your feedback regarding that.
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