Feeling that it was getting late, Bu decided to adapt to the state of Eight Times Gravity. Although he could not practice martial arts in this condition yet, there was no need to rush. However, before leaving, he still wanted to explore the Ninefold Gravity Zone and see if he could endure for a while in that gravitational environment.
Having unexpectedly obtained the Void Transformation Technique, his physical qualities had significantly improved. This trip had been fruitful for Bu Zijue, and if he stayed longer, there might be even more benefits. However, given the sensitive identity of Hong Lian, being discovered would lead to considerable trouble.
In the Thirteen Times Gravity Zone, he encountered four powerful fellows. Although he could protect himself, continuing deeper would inevitably lead to stronger opponents. If his identity were suspected and entangled further, it could lead back to him since Candice and Moses were both aware of this matter. Bu was not willing to trust these two without reservations.
The distance between the Eightfold Gravity Zone and the Ninefold Gravity Zone was not far. As he ventured deeper, the mist thickened, and visibility decreased. Eventually, Bu could barely see the path ahead and had to rely on his sense of direction to move forward.
At this moment in the Thirteen Times Gravity Zone, Hong Lian was also on her way back quickly. After Tenfold Gravity came a hurdle; apart from a few strong individuals, most ordinary students lacked the ability to step inside. Thus, although Hong Lian made quite a commotion as she moved forward, no one paid attention to her.
After a short while, when Bu reached the edge of the Eightfold Gravity Zone, Hong Lian had already returned first. Without much conversation, she and Bu Xin communicated silently and directly entered the Storage Bracelet to hide.
The Storage Bracelet could only store non-living materials. Strictly speaking, Hong Lian did not possess life; her soul had long been shattered, and her life essence had dissipated. At this moment, she existed solely as Bu's External Avatar, akin to an extraordinary weapon capable of independent movement with consciousness and intelligence.
"Nine Times Gravity is not something my current strength can withstand. However, if I don't even dare to try and retreat easily, it would seem too weak. Even if I get seriously injured because of it, I must give it a shot and see just how formidable this Nine Times Gravity really is."
Bu's gaze was cold and fierce; there was calmness mixed with madness in his eyes. Under the pressure of Eight Times Gravity, his body trembled slightly but remained standing firm as he resolutely stepped forward and suddenly charged into the Ninefold Gravity Zone.
Boom!
Like a mountain waterfall crashing down or meteorites falling from the sky, an overwhelming force even more terrifying than Eight Times Gravity suddenly descended upon him. The moment Bu entered, his body trembled uncontrollably like chaff in the wind.
His resilient skin felt as if it were being sliced by countless invisible blades; blood splattered everywhere. His hard bones seemed to be struck by thousands of invisible hammers, producing creaking sounds under unbearable pressure.
In an instant, Bu was injured further; he appeared like a malevolent spirit pulled from a blood pool. Although his white martial artist attire remained intact due to its special material, it had already changed color due to being stained with blood.
Plop! A drop of blood fell to the ground; before it could splatter, it stuck tightly to the surface due to the overwhelming gravity, unable to flow at all. Bu gritted his teeth; veins bulged all over his body as he struggled to hold on. Yet his body gradually bent uncontrollably under pressure; his straight back ached painfully as his spine trembled under the immense weight with cracking sounds.
After only two breaths of time—though it felt like several years—Bu found this torment more arduous than battling a peak Intermediate Level 5 opponent. As those two breaths passed, his entire body collapsed onto the ground; his leg bones shattered and internal organs severely damaged. The incessant alert sounds echoed in his mind like a death knell, causing Bu's vision to gradually blur.
"Hong Lian!"
On the brink of life and death, even without looking at the System prompts, Bu knew he had entered a critical state. If he could not exit this area in time, death would be imminent at any moment.
Swish! The Red Shadow swept past, and the fierce wind howled, pressing Bu against the ground like a puddle of mud under Nine Times Gravity. Suddenly, his body soared into the air, only to find the surrounding scenery shifting and becoming blurry amidst the roaring wind.
The physical form of Hong Lian was terrifyingly powerful, almost as if gravity did not exist for her. With a burst of incredible speed, she reached the Sixfold Gravity Zone in just a few breaths.
The transition from Nine Times Gravity to Sixfold Gravity was immense, representing a gap between life and death, as if emerging from within an active volcano to the outside world, gaining a chance to breathe. Bu's nearly shattered body halted its deterioration; his robust recovery abilities began to take effect, slowly healing his wounds and pulling him back from the brink of death.
"Let me down; I'm fine now." Lying in Hong Lian's arms, Bu's lips were chapped, and his cheeks bore several cuts, stained with blood, making him look quite terrifying.
Hong Lian gently set Bu down on the ground and silently scanned the surroundings. Within her Mental Power coverage, she found no one approaching, so with a whoosh, she returned to her Storage Bracelet.
For Bu now, Sixfold Gravity posed little pressure. Even in his severely injured state, he could withstand this level of gravity. In this environment, his body's recovery abilities seemed stimulated and became even more formidable. In just a short while, he had escaped the critical state, regaining some sensation in his limbs.
After consuming a piece of Black Lotus Elixir, Bu slowly closed his eyes and activated the energy within him to refine the medicinal properties, aiding his recovery. Although he was heavily injured and lacked combat capability at that moment, with Hong Lian by his side, he felt no fear of unexpected incidents.
About half an hour later, Bu gradually rose from the ground. As he stood up, the scabs on his skin fell away one by one, revealing fresh pink flesh beneath.
After such severe injuries, he felt as if he had been reborn. His brief experience in the Ninefold Gravity Zone had been enlightening; although he could not endure for long, that fleeting moment of understanding had greatly benefited him.
It was like battling a master far beyond his own level; even though he was severely injured and defeated after just a few simple moves, the perilous process he experienced was a form of combat Experience. This Experience might be limited by his own strength but even grasping a fraction of it was a significant gain.
Adapting to five times gravity, honing himself in Sixfold Gravity, unlocking potential under seven times gravity, striving for improvement in Eight Times Gravity, and breaking through in Nine Times Gravity!
Bu had not relaxed at all during this journey; he constantly pushed himself to go mad and fight hard. He was on the path to becoming stronger; he was already growing stronger!
With his injuries recovering, Bu decided not to linger any longer in this Gravity Training Ground. After three days of training, he felt he had gained quite a bit. Martial arts cultivation emphasizes balance between relaxation and intensity; mindless brute force is not beneficial.
Arriving at the Fivefold Gravity Zone, Bu took out a Transmitter and whispered a few words. He quickly learned the location of Reynold and headed over.
When he saw Reynold, this usually calm and proud man appeared quite disheveled. He looked as if he had just been pulled from water; his arm holding the long knife trembled uncontrollably as sweat poured down him. Upon seeing Bu, he managed a forced smile and struggled to re-sling the long knife on his back.
"Brent, your body is indeed strong. It seems joining Primordial Hall suits you well. I can barely endure this five times gravity; I just came from Sixfold Gravity Zone and nearly couldn't return. The fact that you could train there for so long shows just how significant our gap really is."
Reynold felt a sense of emotion as he looked at Bu. There was no disappointment in his eyes, only a more determined persistence. He regarded Bu as his goal to surpass; if Bu's strength was lacking, it would only lead to his disappointment.
Bu smiled lightly and shook his head. He had no intention of revealing the truth about his training to Reynold, as it would be too disheartening and might come off as boasting. "Let's go. We haven't returned for a while, and I wonder how those Fellows are doing. I hope they haven't caused any trouble."
Reynold nodded with a smile, and the two of them walked together towards the outskirts of the Gravity Training Ground.
Unlike the sparsely populated depths, there were still quite a few students around the outer area of the Gravity Training Ground. Most of these students were Outer Gate Students, teetering on the edge of Quasi-Mid-Level, with some not even having reached that level. They mingled within the Gravity Training Ground, spending their hard-earned Honor Points just to solidify their physical foundation for a faster breakthrough.
The arrival of Bu and Reynold attracted the attention of several students, whose gazes were filled with respect and envy. They respected the two for being Inner Gate Disciples with formidable strength, and their envy stemmed from that.
In the vast Holy Light Academy, Outer Gate Students occupied the lowest tier of the biological chain. Their status was humble, and their strength weak; every Inner Gate Disciple had the right to command them. Unless they formed factions or allied themselves with stronger entities, no one would care about them, and their lives could be easily disregarded.
When Kalandor and others entered the Outer Gate, they inevitably faced a series of restrictive rules. Fortunately, with Bu and Reynold as Inner Gate Disciples capable of looking out for them, new Outer Gate students wouldn't have to endure exploitation and difficulties for too long.
Soon enough, Bu and Reynold exited the gravity zone and arrived at the entrance hall of the Gravity Training Ground. There were several rooms here specifically provided for students to rest and change clothes. The moment they appeared, they were noticed by the Steward stationed there.
Due to the commotion caused by Honglian, the Stewards began conducting checks intentionally. However, since Bu and Reynold were too weak and had just entered the academy, the two Stewards quickly dismissed any suspicion after a brief observation.
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