Dual Cultivator with a cultivation system Chapter 2 Ch-2: System Shop, Heavenly Sword Art

[ Ding..dong ]

[ Cultivation shop has been unlocked as the user has entered the path of cultivation ]

Wang Ming's eyes widened in shock at 'Cultivation shop' and he swiftly examined the Cultivation shop.

Hundreds of cultivation techniques, pills, and artifacts across various ranks were laid out in the cultivation shop.

He recalled that although he had become a cultivator, he lacked any offensive techniques or weapons for self-protection.

He rapidly browsed the shop seeking his favorite technique and weapon, and after some searching, one item finally grabbed his focus.

< Cultivation Shop >

< Cultivation Shop Level:1 (Note: Breakthrough to the Golden Core realm to upgrade the shop and unlock new items) >

[ Heavenly Sword Art- First Form - Flickering Strikes ]

[ Type: Technique ]

[ Rank: Ancient ]

[ Description: A powerful sword technique that uses high-speed movement and strikes to attack the enemy in critical places, the speed is so great that it makes the user seem that he is teleporting around the battlefield ]

[Cost: 100,000 Dual Cultivation points ]

[ Flowing flower sword ]

[ Type: Weapon ]

[ Rank: Heaven]

[ Grade: Peak ]

[ Cost: 50,000 Dual Cultivation points ]

Numerous techniques of different grades existed, yet the Ancient Rank one stood as the mightiest and priciest; buying lesser ones would allow multiple purchases, but favoring quality over quantity, he chose to splurge most Dual Cultivation Points on the Ancient Rank Technique, then used the rest for a Heaven Rank Peak Grade Sword—the Flowing Flower Sword was all his points could cover despite superior choices.

< Would you like to purchase the Ancient rank technique Heavenly Sword Art- First Form- Flickering Strikes and the Heaven Rank weapon Flowing Flower Sword? Yes/ No>

"Yes" Wang Ming confirmed the purchase.

< You have purchased the Heavenly Sword Arts technique and Flowing Flower sword >

With the system's purchase confirmation, all Dual Cultivation points from the starter pack vanished instantly.

A sharp twinge hit his mind as the Heavenly Sword Art manual and comprehension flooded directly into his brain; though anticipating its might, he stood dumbfounded upon mastering it.

"As expected from an Ancient Rank Technique," Wang Ming murmured to himself.

A sword then materialized in his right hand, etched with flower patterns on its steel blade; grasping the hilt, Wang Ming sensed the immense power emanating from it.

"Though not the store's top weapon, a Heaven Rank one is never to be overlooked," Wang Ming muttered.

Wang Ming's gaze shifted to the Cultivation shop's level 1 notice, requiring Golden Core Realm to upgrade.

'Hmm, Foundation Realm and Core Formation await before Golden Core Realm,' Wang Ming pondered, recalling system details: Foundation and Core Formation followed Qi Gathering Realm, leading to Golden Core.

"Looks like plenty of work lies ahead," Wang Ming muttered, pulling out the low-grade spirit stones from the system's starter pack.

Crushing the spirit stones in his palms, spiritual energy surged into his body for absorption, while his Primordial Physique Merging Body activated to purify the impure spiritual energy into pure form.

< Primordial Physique Merging Body activated >

< Primordial Physique Merging Body is refining impure spiritual energy to pure spiritual energy>

< You have reached the 11th Order of Qi Gathering Realm >

< You have reached the 12th Order of Qi Gathering Realm >

A warm surge flowed through Wang Ming's body, making him stronger once more, though he felt slight disappointment at only advancing two orders.

"Hey, system, why only two orders this time—far less than absorbing the Yang Physique?" Wang Ming questioned.

< Message: Spirit stones hold minimal spiritual energy, largely impure. Physiques absorbed via Primordial Physique Merging Body possess energy hundreds of times greater than top-grade spirit stones, mostly pure, thus yielding quicker and bigger breakthroughs for the user >

He grasped the reason for it and pondered ways to acquire more physiques for absorption, wondering if there existed a quicker path to power beyond just taking in physiques.

"System, is there any other effective method to grow stronger besides absorbing physiques or spirit stones? Does the Cultivation Shop offer physiques for purchase that I can absorb?" Wang Ming asked, hoping the system would supply him with physiques.

<Message: Physiques will become available to the user in the Cultivation Shop once the shop advances to a higher level>

<Message: Since the user has absorbed the Pure Yang Physique, Dual Cultivation with female cultivators allows absorption of their Yin Qi, which boasts greater spiritual energy than spirit stones—the higher the female cultivator's level, the more spiritual energy in their Yin Qi>

Ecstasy surged through Wang Ming upon reading the message, as the idea had entirely escaped his thoughts. He could achieve two goals at once: the Dual Cultivation system rewarded him with Dual Cultivation points during sexual encounters with women, and thanks to the Pure Yang Physique gained via Primordial Physique Merging Body, he could draw in their Yin Qi for spiritual energy. Furthermore, the system promised physiques in the Cultivation Shop upon upgrading it, which required ascending to higher realms.

Wang Ming felt assured he could ascend realms swiftly via Dual Cultivation. With his enhanced appearance from the Pure Yang Physique, no woman would withstand his allure. Plus, the physique granted potent abilities perfect for delighting women.

'Hmm, from what I recall, sect entrance exams across various sects are set for a month from now. The Yin-Yang Sect, among the three mightiest in the Black Bamboo Empire, specializes in Dual Cultivation and boasts the empire's most stunning beauties and handsome men—paradise for Dual Cultivators. The sole demand? Good looks and skill in satisfying partners, both of which I excel at,' Wang Ming mused inwardly.

'I ought to head to the Red Light District first to boost my cultivation, rack up Dual Cultivation points, and for a guy like me with striking looks and top-tier skills to pleasure women, it's a prime spot to earn spirit stones—the world's currency. Though not hugely helpful to me, I'll need funds since I'm flat broke right now,' Wang Ming reflected silently.

His gaze fell on the sword he held, igniting a strong urge to try out his new technique.

"Time to witness this technique's might in battle," Wang Ming declared to himself, vanishing from his position to hunt down beasts.

In short order, he faced a monstrous horde devouring a carcass. Spotting him, they unleashed blatant killing intent from their forms, roaring thunderously.

ROAR

A pack of blue-furred wolves, each sporting a horn on their foreheads, barreled toward him.

Wang Ming identified them as 'Blue Horned Wolves', the savage, widespread beasts dwelling in the Foundation realm.

Wang Ming drew a steadying breath to soothe his frayed nerves. Despite knowing his technique's strength, tension gripped him as the savage beasts lunged closer, and he whispered the incantation.

"Heavenly Sword Art - First Form - Flickering Strikes". The instant the words escaped, he vanished and began slaughtering the wolf pack at breakneck speed.

Once finished, severed heads and limbs littered the area, the earth drenched in gore.

"Holy shit, this is insanely overpowered!" Wang Ming's jaw dropped repeatedly in shock.