"Awakening My Innate Modifying Talent in the Cultivation World”

Chapter 8: "Awakening Potential" 3

Seeing his newly modified status, Ye Min let out a sigh of relief. “Haaahh, it’s finally done. I thought my modifying ability wouldn’t work on this golden digital interface.”

While Ye Min busied himself preparing for the trial, Ye Tian stood at the door, calling out, “Little Lin, are you there?” He waited for a response. A moment later, Ye Min heard him and replied, “Ye Tian, you’re back! Come in; it’s easier to talk when you’re inside.”

Noticing that the voice didn’t belong to Ye Lin, Ye Tian asked, “Big Brother, where did Ye Lin go? I didn’t see her here. It seems she’s not around.” He glanced around their empty home.

“Ye Lin left about an hour ago,” Ye Min observed, then added, “Hmm, Ye Tian, you’ve become stronger.”

“Yes, Big Brother! I didn’t mention it during dinner, but I’ve broken through to the 5th level of Qi Gathering,” Ye Tian said, pride evident in his voice.

Seeing her younger brother’s display of confidence, Ye Min seized the opportunity. “Ye Tian, the trial begins in two days. I think you need to prepare,” he said, mentioning the trial deliberately.

“I noticed that too. There are also some geniuses I haven’t seen yet, which makes me unsatisfied with the results,” Ye Tian said with an ugly expression.

Ye Min stifled a laugh at the sight of his ugly expression. “Puff!” She quickly composed herself and said, pretending to sympathize, “You’re right, Ye Tian. I’m also unsatisfied with the results. Even though I’m just ordinary, I want to see those heaven-defying geniuses.”

Upon hearing his Big Brother’s words, Ye Tian felt a pang of pity. “Even though Big Brother has only ordinary potential, I will still give you some techniques that could help you in dangerous situations.” He activated his storage ring and pulled out an unremarkable-looking technique.

“Here, brother, it’s a mid-grade technique,” Ye Tian said, tossing it to Ye Min with a warm smile.

Ye Min caught the technique but protested, “Ye Tian, this technique is too precious; I can’t accept it.” He pretended to be shocked, anticipating that Ye Tian would take pity on him for his seemingly pathetic talent.

“Hahaha, don’t worry, Big Brother. This technique won’t do anything for me. The technique I use within the Sect is top-notch; it’s a high-grade technique. I won this mid-grade technique in a bet by chance,” Ye Tian said proudly.

“But—”

“Hahaha, just take it, Big Brother! I already told you I have dozens of techniques!”

Ye Min didn’t press further and nodded. “Then I will take it, if you don’t mind.”

Seeing his Big Brother’s satisfied face brought fond memories of their childhood to the forefront. They had been in similar situations when they were young; though Ye Tian sometimes felt like he was being robbed, he didn’t mind. “Hahaha, this reminds me of when we were kids. This happened many times,” Ye Tian reminisced, looking at Ye Min.

Ye Min smiled and replied, “Haha, you still recall those coincidences? You’re strange, Ye Tian.” Though he spoke calmly, deep down, he frowned, surprised that Ye Tian remembered those amusing “robberies.”

Their conversation flowed easily until an hour had passed.

“Then, Big Brother, I’m going to the village to meet Father. I feel like helping,” Ye Tian said with a smirk.

“Okay, then go,” Ye Min replied, pretending to smile.

Ye Tian nodded and left immediately. Once he was far from the house, Ye Min mumbled, “Tchh, this kid is really good at making excuses. I know he just wants to see the girl who has surpassed him.” He shook his head and then focused on the mid-grade technique.

“Hmmm, not bad, not bad. Let’s see if I can identify it using the golden status.” He referred to the interface as the golden status, unaware of the heavenly dao privilege; that’s why he thought the status window was his cheat.

“Let’s begin,” he declared.

Moments later, he activated it and started identifying the technique.

| Technique Status Screen |

| Technique Name: Spectral Reaper Slash/ Mid-Grade Technique|

| Description: The Spectral Reaper Slash is a single, powerful sword technique that channels energy into a swift horizontal cut. |

| Execution: The practitioner adopts a low stance and performs a fluid motion, creating a ghostly aura around the blade as they slash. |

| Effects: Inflicts physical damage to the opponent. Disrupts the opponent's spiritual energy, causing momentary disorientation. |

| Weaknesses: Requires precise timing; if anticipated, the opponent can evade or counter. Overuse drains energy quickly. |

| Cultivation Level: Mid-grade (suitable for Elementary Realm and Profound Realm). |

“Hoh, so this thing can also be used for identification,” Ye Min remarked, amused as he examined the technique.

Seconds later, he realized, “So this technique only has one move and so many weaknesses. While it might be effective in critical moments, it’s not enough…” Ye Min contemplated and made the decision to modify it.

“Hahaha, even though the technique seems subpar, I’ll transform it into the strongest version!” After declaring this, Ye Min eagerly began to modify the technique.

Unbeknownst to him, Ye Min had already broken through to the 8th level of the Elementary Realm. He had modified his potential, surpassing its usual limitations and even exceeding that of immortal potential. Despite the low spiritual energy in the world, he achieved this breakthrough while deeply engrossed in his modifications.

An hour passed, and Ye Min finally completed his modifications. A satisfied smile spread across his face as he exclaimed, “Haaahh, I think this will do.” Eagerly, he began to identify the technique using the heavenly dao privilege, revealing its astonishing details and potential.

|Technique Status Screen|

|Technique Name: Spectral Reaper Slash Version 2 / High-Grade Technique.|

|Description: The Spectral Reaper Slash II is an advanced sword technique that unleashes a devastating wave of energy with a swift, horizontal cut, capable of cleaving through both physical and ethereal forms.|

|Execution: The practitioner enters a dynamic stance, channeling intense energy into their blade. With a fluid motion, they unleash the slash, leaving a trail of ghostly energy that disrupts everything in its path.|

|Effects: High Physical Damage: Inflicts severe damage to opponents, bypassing standard defenses.|

|Spiritual Disruption: Causes significant disorientation by severing the opponent's connection to their spiritual energy, leaving them vulnerable.|

|Area of Effect: Can impact multiple enemies in a wide arc.|

|Weaknesses: Timing Precision: Requires flawless timing; if anticipated, the opponent can evade or counter.|

|Energy Drain: Overuse leads to rapid depletion of the practitioner’s energy reserves, risking exhaustion.|

|Cultivation Level: Can be used at any cultivation level. This technique is classified as a growth type, allowing it to evolve with the practitioner’s skill.|