Li Xian experienced his own transformation.

The [Rebirth Appearance] is by no means a heavenly gifted divine power, but rather a true form revealed. Hence, certain traits began to appear. Just as there are countless human appearances, among them ugly, beautiful, short, thin, or fat, each has its differences.

Some traits can provide augmentation. For example, the fifth leader of the Mountain Wind Stronghold, whose [Tiger and Leopard Appearance] is quite formidable, like a tiger or leopard, swift and unmatched.

Some traits, however, might not be beneficial.

Li Xian observed himself internally, and the Qi Lake had grown larger, already over "seven zhang." Besides that... except for the vertical mole on the brow, his appearance had minor changes, seemingly nothing more.

"Let's see if there's any help in martial arts."

Li Xian stood firm with both feet and performed the "Four Directions Fist" technique. His inner qi surged, and the fist technique was quite remarkable. Clearly, he only used his fists, yet the fist shadows multiplied, as if he had grown seven or eight hands.

He threw several punches, and the moves naturally shifted. His feet touched the ground, and he leaped high. Rising two zhang off the ground, his feet wrapped like in a clear breeze...

This was how he freely displayed his skills.

An hour later, Li Xian finally realized, when performing martial arts, the manifestation of his different appearance seemed more pronounced.

Before today, the "Four Directions Fist" had reached its peak, using inner qi and fully displaying it. Yet, it only manifested a few fist shadows. These shadows were illusions, after all, mere tricks to the eyes.

However, after the rebirth… the martial arts didn't change, nor did the martial arts mastery. But during the display, the qi scene was completely different. The fist shadows seemed transformed into substance, although slightly less powerful, facing them head-on wasn't to be underestimated.

Both the Clear Wind Leg and Jade Palm had similar augmentations.

It seemed that this specific physique made it easier to manifest martial arts anomalies. Coupled with the evident increase in qi power and recovery power. His strength was significantly greater.

"Compared to the Tiger and Leopard Appearance, my Rebirth Appearance's amplification seems more ordinary, with no special abilities. But it's more comprehensive."

Li Xian murmured, "If there's one major change, it's that this vertical mole stands out too much."

"I initially thought my Rebirth Appearance should be related to my eyes."

Since Li Xian started the Washing the Fetus process, his eyes became increasingly itchy. He originally thought the Rebirth Appearance trait would be in his eyes, but who knew a red mole would appear on his brow.

How exactly, he still needed to wait for his wife's alchemy to be completed, then inquire.

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Li Xian's impurities were almost washed away, and his Rebirth Appearance was revealed. Naturally, it couldn't be concealed from the manor's Nursing Home.

During one patrol. The nursing home staff were all amazed, having never heard of "Rebirth Appearance."

They saw that Li Xian was young and handsome, with an extraordinary temperament. His originally flawless and elegant appearance was further accentuated by the vertical mole on his brow, setting him apart from the mundane.

Everyone said he was a divine being reincarnated.

Some even knelt and kowtowed upon seeing him from afar, full of devotion.

Li Xian frowned, and told them to behave as usual. Those putting on false fronts were all to receive their punishment.

Qiuyue grew increasingly envious upon seeing Li Xian's appearance. But despite the jealousy, seeing such a rare appearance, she couldn't help but admire his wife.

In the first few days, the manor was abuzz with discussion.

But once the news spread and after a few more days, everyone got used to it.

It was soon the fifteenth day since his wife's furnace started.

[Setting Sun Blood Decay Sword·First Layer]

[Skill Level: 2342/6000 Minor Achievement]

Li Xian held a longsword, practicing martial arts in the courtyard. Since his true form was revealed, and the [Rebirth Appearance] was apparent, his physique had become stronger, easing the burning sensation when practicing the "Setting Sun Bloodsword."

The human body is like a vessel.

If the vessel is rough and crude, it cannot hold much.

"Commander, something's wrong!"

Suddenly hearing a shout, Ding Hu rushed in urgently.

When he reached the door, he saw Li Xian practicing martial arts with his sword, manifesting extraordinary phenomena, the sword enveloped in fiery brilliance, waves of heat surging, forcing him to repeatedly retreat.

"Today's Commander Li, I fear, has long surpassed Commander Pang in every aspect. At just sixteen, with such appearance, such strength, such talent, if not a reincarnation of a celestial being, what else could he be?"

Ding Hu was momentarily awestruck.

Li Xian sheathed his sword and asked, "What has caused such panic?"

Recalling the situation, Ding Hu quickly entered the courtyard and reported, "Commander Li, it's... it's the Leopard Saber Sect of Qingning County!"

"Oh?" Li Xian was intrigued and calmly said, "Explain the matter clearly first."

Ding Hu explained the circumstances:

"The Leopard Saber Sect is truly outrageous. As you know, sir, our lady has properties, estates, and shops in the county. We, as the nursing home staff, visit the county every few months to collect rent."

"Currently, Qingning County is the Leopard Saber Sect's territory. No one wanted to go, so we had to send some D-class nursing home staff to collect the rent. Everyone was careful not to provoke the Leopard Saber Sect, keeping a low profile. Who knew they would still be noticed by the Leopard Saber Sect, who came to stir up trouble..."

"Some brothers initially knew they were outmatched and begged for mercy, hoping to avoid a conflict. After all, Commander Pang... But then, the Leopard Saber Sect twisted the facts, claiming the shop rents would henceforth be collected by them."

"This is blatantly robbing the lady's shops. Even if we are timid, we had no choice but to resist. Initially, the disturbance wasn't significant, and there were only a few on their side. We intended to end it quickly and leave Qingning County."

"But who knew those few young members were inexplicably strong."

"Being martial artists, once we engaged, it was hard to stop just like that. The area was packed with people, so we had to keep going."

"Thus, our D-class couldn't match them, so we called in the C-class. When they couldn't match the C-class, they brought in even stronger reinforcements."

"Layer by layer, the situation escalated like a growing fire... Now several A-class nursing home staff have gone to control the situation. But... the other party has also called more powerful help."

"Commander Li... what are we to do now?!"

Ding Hu anxiously exclaimed.

The situation had already spiraled out of control, beyond his ability to dictate.

Li Xian said, "Leopard Saber Sect?"

He thought to himself, "This Leopard Saber Sect injured Commander Pang, harmed the lady's interests, yet she doesn't pursue it, seemingly indulgent of this sect. Now the fight is intense..."

"The lady's intention is merely to gauge the gains and losses. No matter how I look at it, if I take the initiative to retreat, the shops in the county will surely be lost, and the lady will inevitably suffer a loss."

"It seems I need to make a trip. Moreover, I've recently made progress in martial arts; if there's no place to use them, wouldn't it be too boring?"

Li Xian patted the long sword at his waist, eyes fearless, and shouted, "Let's go!"

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Meanwhile, on the other side.

Qingning County.

Red Candle Lane was particularly lively today.

Pedestrians crowded the street, forming a large circle. Two groups were fiercely fighting. On the ground, more than a dozen bodies were lying haphazardly.

There were about twenty people from the Leopard Saber Sect, each robust and valiant. Yihetang Manor's nursing home had also brought twenty or so, but their vigor was clearly weaker, their expressions sullen, lacking any fervor or courage to strive.

The battle had left those with weaker martial skills mostly on the ground. The situation shifted to both sides calling for reinforcements, seeing who could outdo the other.

At that moment, two people were in a duel in the center of the field.

Fang Bichun, a Class A nursing home, and an elite disciple from the Leopard Saber Sect.

As the two fought, onlookers shook their heads in secret. Fang Bichun was over forty, while the elite disciple was merely twenty.

After the fight... Fang Bichun, relying on his martial arts experience, held the upper hand, but winning was quite arduous. In contrast, his opponent, having fought several intense bouts, grew braver and stronger with each fight; despite being at a disadvantage and sometimes unable to defend well, his momentum was formidable.

"Good, good, break his head with the Leopard Capturing Hand!"

"Senior brother, finish off this wretch for me!"

… The Leopard Saber Sect shouted loudly to bolster their courage. Yihetang Manor also wanted to cheer, to boost morale. But their voices were overwhelmed, falling further into a disadvantage.

The two forces were of different natures.

Martial arts sects specifically recruit those with achieved martial arts or good potential—young, vigorous to become disciples. They follow the sect's instructions, work for the sect, in exchange for rewards and martial arts.

Hence, under the sect's domain, each one is full of energy and youth.

The Yihetang Manor's nursing home, although having a martial arts foundation, their martial achievements and combat experience all depend on personal understanding. The lady would occasionally instruct them, but only once every few years.

Moreover, the primary role of the nursing home is managing the manor's affairs. If their martial arts are too advanced, they become hard to control.

They lack that Jianghu spirit.

When engaging in fierce battles, naturally they're at a disadvantage.

Fang Bichun, seeing he couldn't win despite the lengthy fight, was reaching the end of his stamina. If he couldn't secure the advantage, he would inevitably be counterattacked. At that time, it would truly be a great defeat.

In desperation, he took a risky move. Deliberately exposing a flaw, he baited his opponent to attack.

The opponent fell for it.

At this moment, Fang Bichun suddenly changed his move, catching his opponent off guard, barely winning the bout.

Fang Bichun, his inner qi exhausted, his head drenched in sweat, found victory achingly difficult, cupped his hands, and proposed a ceasefire: "Brothers of the Leopard Saber Sect, it wasn't our intent to offend, how about we stop the fight here?"

The disciples of the Leopard Saber Sect laughed coldly, saying, one after another:

"Old man, who is your brother? Are you lowly servants worthy of calling us brothers?"

"Haha, that's hilarious. You barely won against a third-generation disciple, and it was a close win at that, yet you seek to cease the fight? Don't talk rubbish. If your manor has any formidable figures, call them all out. Otherwise... our senior brothers come out, and you wouldn't be able to withstand."

"Indeed, indeed. If it's about serving your master, carrying chamber pots, wiping butts, we'd admit defeat and humbly agree we're not on par. But when it comes to fighting, we'll deal with you completely."

…

The recent narrow victory for Yihetang Manor hardly pressured the opponent, and the momentum was indeed lost. Hearing the continuous insults from the other side now, they wanted to argue back but were overwhelmed by the other's voices.

"Senior Brother Peng is here!"

The Leopard Saber Sect, amidst a noisy stir, made way, as a tall, imposing man, robust like a tiger, strode forward.

His eyes gleamed with brilliance, his steps stable; with a square face, breathing deep and long.

"Senior Brother Peng! Kill him, vent our anger!"

The Leopard Saber Sect crowd shouted.

Senior Brother Peng strode forward. Fang Bichun, pressed by his aura, attempted several times to retreat and escape, but truly had no way out.

Senior Brother Peng, from a high position, glared at Fang Bichun with brilliant tiger eyes. At this moment, it was like heaven versus earth.

Senior Brother Peng was young, strong, and spirited. Fang Bichun, middle-aged, of average build, but his aura was weak, timid.

No need to act... it was clear who would win or lose.

"Too weak!"

Senior Brother Peng lashed out with a whip kick. So fast was he that when Fang Bichun regained his senses, the leg, wrapped in the momentum of the wind, was a hair's breadth from his face.

With a "bang," Fang Bichun was kicked, flying and rolling into the distance...

Unable to withstand even a single move.

In the earlier several fights, both sides battled with back-and-forth, quite engagingly. But now... the Class A nursing home, supposedly the strongest of Yihetang Manor, was so vulnerable.

"Senior Brother Peng, kill him! Kill him!" came ridicule, jeering, and curses from the Leopard Saber Sect.

Senior Brother Peng showed no mercy, stomping toward the nursing home with a foot.

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