Rebirth of Bi Gan: A Male Student Traverses the “Investiture of God”

Zhang Hao stood beside the simple wooden tub, his body faintly visible in the steaming water under the dim candlelight. Recently, he had noticed black substances floating in the water after each bath, substances that felt both unfamiliar and familiar. Recalling the novels he had read in the modern world before his transmigration, he remembered that cultivators often expelled impurities from their bodies to purify themselves in the early stages of cultivation.

A flicker of determination crossed his eyes as he thought to himself, "This must be the so-called detoxification. It seems my cultivation is starting to take effect."

Zhang Hao's heart swelled with anticipation; he knew this was a significant milestone on his path of cultivation. His body was becoming purer, and his strength was slowly accumulating. He gently touched his skin, feeling the newfound power.

"Can this power truly change my destiny?" Zhang Hao muttered to himself, his eyes sparkling with a longing for the future.

In another corner of the palace, Daji sat in front of her dressing table. Her reflection was as beautiful as ever, but her eyes betrayed a hint of unease. Zhang Hao's performance at the banquet last night had made her feel threatened. She decided to delve deeper into this man, to uncover his secrets.

Dressed in casual attire and accompanied by her personal maid, Daji strolled through the garden, seemingly admiring the flowers, but in reality, she was searching for traces of Zhang Hao.

As she passed a mirror, a strange anomaly flashed across Daji's reflection—her ears briefly took on her face of a fox's in the mirror before returning to normal. This moment was inadvertently caught by Zhang Hao, causing a jolt in his heart, which he quickly suppressed.

Daji approached Zhang Hao and softly praised, "Minister Bi Gan's boxing skills are becoming increasingly refined."

Zhang Hao halted his movements, turned to see Daji, and a flicker of wariness crossed his eyes, quickly replaced by a smile: "Lady Daji flatters me; I am merely exercising my body."

Daji moved closer, her gaze scrutinizing Zhang Hao as if searching for something: "Minister Bi Gan has changed a lot recently, not just in your boxing skills, but even your aura has transformed."

Zhang Hao's heart tightened; he knew every question from Daji might be a probe, and he had to answer cautiously: "Your Majesty jests; I am just trying to adapt to my new life."

A playful glint flashed in Daji's eyes, and she smiled lightly: "Minister Bi Gan is too modest. However, I am looking forward to seeing your future performance."

Late at night, Zhang Hao practiced alone in his study. He closed his eyes, sensing the power within his body. He knew he had to work harder to establish himself in this competitive world.

Suddenly, he felt a surge of immense power within him, a force he had never experienced before. He began to try to control this power, allowing it to flow within his body. "Concentrate, feel this power, and make it a part of you," the little boy's voice echoed in his ear.

Zhang Hao closed his eyes, his consciousness completely immersed in this power. He felt as if his body was being reshaped, each breath carrying strength. As his cultivation deepened, Zhang Hao began to sense more internal energy, and his strength and speed significantly improved. He knew he had begun to touch the threshold of cultivation.

In this world, the cultivation system is strictly divided. Zhang Hao is currently at the second tier of the Body Refinement stage. The Body Refinement stage is divided into five tiers, each an extreme tempering of the body. From the first tier of strengthening the flesh to the second tier of forging bones and refining sinews, each advancement represents a qualitative leap in strength. Zhang Hao is now at the second tier of Body Refinement; his bones and meridians have become more resilient under the baptism of power, each punch he throws carries a sound of breaking air, and each kick seems to shake the earth.

The little boy, his cultivation mentor, continued to explain to him: "After the Body Refinement stage comes the Orifice Opening stage. At this stage, cultivators begin to introspect, seeking the hidden 'orifices' within their bodies. Each orifice opened allows for the absorption of more heavenly and earthly energy, laying the foundation for entering higher realms of cultivation."

Zhang Hao nodded, feeling the power within him growing. His skin became tougher, and his muscles contained explosive power. He knew that as long as he continued to work hard, he could break through to the third tier of the Body Refinement stage, where he would be able to sense the 'orifices' within his body and truly embark on the path of a cultivator.

In the world of the Investiture of the Gods, cultivation is not only about enhancing strength but also about transcending oneself. Zhang Hao, a transmigrator, is steadily walking on the path to becoming a strong contender in this world full of mystery and danger.

As his cultivation progressed, Zhang Hao realized he needed a more secluded place to practice to avoid detection. He decided to go to a mountain outside the palace to cultivate, a place rarely visited by people and suitable for secret practice.

In the dead of night, Zhang Hao arrived at the summit of the mountain. He looked around, ensuring no one was present, and began his cultivation. He closed his eyes, adjusted his breathing, and felt the flow of internal energy within his body.

He knew this secret place would be his haven for cultivation and the cradle of his growing power. He must carefully protect this secret until he becomes strong enough to no longer need to hide.

Standing on the mountaintop, with the mountain wind blowing through his clothes, Zhang Hao took a deep breath and began his cultivation. His movements became more fluid, each breath seemingly integrating with nature.