Chapter 361

Chapter 361: Battle Instinct

"Boom! Boom! Boom…"

Under the influence of the battle rules, the figures in the battle scene seemed to come alive.

The moment Su Wen entered the battle scene, all the powerful beings inside, whether they were engaged in combat or enjoying a drink, turned their attention towards him.

In the next instant, all the figures surged forward, launching a fierce assault on Su Wen.

Of course, since his strength was only at the seventh-level, the combatants he faced were also suppressed to the same level.

Occasionally, an eighth-level or ninth-level being would appear, delivering a devastating blow from above.

Although the divine fate bearer was invincible at the same level, these figures were still top-tier powerful beings connected to the Fighting God of the First Age.

Even with their strength suppressed and levels balanced, any one of them could unleash combat power and apply battle techniques that would easily overwhelm Su Wen.

"Is this what they call Battle Style Secret Techniques, just getting beaten up?"

While using all his strength to fend off the attacks, Su Wen couldn’t help but think.

Is this mysterious feeling and combat skills really something that comes from getting hit?

He quickly dismissed that thought.

"God of Wealth, your strength will gradually increase with the passage of time and the accumulation of battle experience."

The voice of the Battle Master echoed in Su Wen’s mind. "Ultimately, you will rise to the level of true god."

"This is the temporary power leap plan."

"I hope that during this process, you can carefully perceive the instability of power that comes with rising strength, then gain better control and unleash stronger power based on this level."

"This will also lay the groundwork for your eventual advancement to true god."

"You don’t need to worry; throughout this process, I will continuously point out the mistakes you make in combat."

"Although you have some Skill Techniques and means of dealing with opponents, those means can be described as simply ‘the great way is extremely simple’ or, more bluntly, ‘just striking aimlessly.’"

Hearing this, Su Wen hurriedly replied, "Battle Master, with your extraordinary insights, could you please take a look at my martial arts?"

"You mean the power of energy and blood you’re using?"

"Yes."

"Alright."

"Thank you, Battle Master."

"Don’t rush to thank me. I can help you analyze, but I advise you not to promote the martial arts I deduce as a reference; just use it as a template to absorb some relevant experience."

"Is this because of the heritage?"

"Partially, yes."

The Battle Master stated seriously, "Since martial arts originated in the Ninth Age, it might carry the hopes of the will of the cosmos. In the future, it might be the key to breaking through."

"So, I cannot directly intervene."

"I can offer guidance and advice, but you must not let my thoughts lead you astray; you must carve your own path in this age."

As he spoke, the Battle Master paused before adding, "Although the situation in the First Age was good, in the end, I failed."

“Since we’ve failed, we can learn from our mistakes to avoid repeating them, but let’s not try the same approach again.”

Su Wen made a feint, dodging two incoming figures, and thought to himself, “I understand, but still, thank you, Battle Master.”

Before he could finish his thought, figures suddenly appeared from all directions.

In the next moment, Su Wen was sent flying by a powerful attack.

“Buzz!”

A beam of light descended from above, landing on Su Wen.

In this training ground, when injuries reached a certain threshold, he would automatically heal and return to his original state.

Otherwise, enduring such intense attacks constantly wouldn’t be training—it would be a death sentence.

“God of Wealth, just now, your left arm and right arm…”

After the healing was complete, the Battle Master’s voice echoed around him.

Every word pinpointed exactly where Su Wen had been hit.

At the same time, the Battle Master offered some expert advice, hoping Su Wen could absorb it and develop a combat style that suited him.

“Got it, Battle Master!”

Su Wen looked at the powerful enemies surrounding him and replied firmly in his mind.

It’s just fighting, right?

Every bit of pain he endures now is a step toward preventing future tragedies.

Everything is for the future!

…

Time flew by, and a year later.

“Buzz!”

A ripple in space surged in the trading space, and Su Wen stepped out, clad in the Battle Robe of Wealth, his aura fierce and commanding.

“What’s going on, Battle Master?”

Su Wen asked, puzzled. “I was just getting into the flow of battle; why did you pull me out?”

After six months of getting beaten up, he had finally reached a point where he could hold his own against opponents of the same Level, thanks to the Battle Master’s guidance and the influence of the battle rules.

Just a week ago, he had managed to counterattack and defeat a combat figure using his instinctive fighting sense.

Of course, if a dozen combat figures ganged up on him, he’d still end up battered and bruised.

But compared to his initial fighting stance, he had improved leaps and bounds!

It just goes to show—the Battle Master truly lives up to his name!

After a year of intense combat training, his fighting ability had transformed completely.

He could even vaguely sense the movements and actions of his enemies, allowing him to react and counterattack in time.

“It’s been a year…”

The Battle Master looked at Su Wen and said in a somber tone, “The time is almost here.”

Su Wen was stunned for a moment, then asked in disbelief, "Battle Master, you’re not saying you can only teach me for a year, are you?"

"A strand of consciousness, surviving from the First Age to the Ninth Age without dissipating, is already a miracle," the Battle Master explained. "And this is all thanks to you, the current Deity of Wealth in Office."

"Otherwise, I would have probably vanished long ago."

After a brief pause, the Battle Master smiled and added, "But don’t be upset. We’ll meet again in the next sub-timeline."

"Overall, after a year of training, your fighting instincts have been well developed."

"Hmm… As a true god, the Deity of Wealth, all your abilities are enhanced by the will of the cosmos."

"Especially your talent and comprehension; I’m not belittling you. Your combat talent is much stronger than that of ordinary people."

"But for a true god, your combat talent… is slightly lacking."

"Perhaps it’s because we’re in a sub-timeline, which limits the full use of some of your abilities."

"Do you… understand what I mean?"

Su Wen nodded and said, "I understand."

It seemed the Battle Master was somewhat dissatisfied with his own abilities.

In fact, since arriving in the sub-timeline, Su Wen’s ability to add points to wealth had become unusable, much like Money Breaks Duality.

He realized this the moment he wanted to enhance his fighting instincts.

The ability to add points for wealth might only be usable by his main Time and Space self.

He had actually suspected this before.

When observing the narratives in the sub-timeline’s text, he found that he could add points in the main Time and Space.

Using the mysterious realm of time and space as a bridge for adding points.

After adding points in the main Time and Space, he could also enjoy the benefits in the sub-timeline.

But now, his consciousness was fully immersed in the sub-timeline.

So, it was natural that he couldn’t add points.

"Now that you’ve said this, I feel relieved."

The Battle Master sighed, smiling as he said, "I hope that next time we meet, you will have made a significant leap."

"By then, our training will have just begun."

After finishing his words, the Battle Master waved his right hand, and the surrounding space trembled.

Then, golden text began to appear in Su Wen’s field of vision, filling the trading space.