The power that came after killing the starving ghost was not one, to be precise, it was two.
One is Yin energy, which is the same as the power obtained when killing the demon before. It is stored in Gu Cheng's meridians.
There was also a pure physical power, which increased Gu Cheng's physical power by a large margin.
Gu Cheng previously thought that killing monsters would increase physical strength, and killing ghosts would gain Yin Qi, but now it seems that this is not the case. It depends on the state of the monsters he kills.
Before this starving ghost entered the beggar's body, it was a soul and could also affect people's spirits.
But after entering the beggar's body and merging with it, it became an entity, so Gu Cheng only gained two powers at the same time by killing him.
Meng Hantang took his white frost sword back from the hungry ghost's tongue, cut open the hungry ghost's huge belly, and dug out a gray-white bead the size of a thumb.
"This is the soul pill of a starving ghost. You and I can't use it. You can give it to the boss in exchange for merit points."
At this time, Meng Hantang suddenly looked at Gu Cheng, nodded slightly and said, "You did a good job, but you were a little impulsive.
This ghost is said to be a starving ghost formed by the yin energy of the hungry ghost realm. It has appeared in other counties before and is extremely difficult to deal with. It is difficult for practitioners of the same level to match it.
If you had been a little slower just now, you might have been eaten by a starving ghost."
Gu Cheng shook his head and said in a righteous tone: "In a critical moment, how can my subordinates care so much? If the master is severely injured, what can we do to resist the starving ghost?"
How long will it take if you don't show your merit in front of your boss at this time?
Although Meng Hantang was taciturn, the look he was looking at Gu Cheng at this moment was indeed filled with approval.
When Cui Zijie gave him someone before, he was still a little reluctant, fearing that Gu Cheng would drag him down with Luo County Jingyesi.
Looking at it now, Cui Zijie really gave him a big gift.
He is cautious when he should be cautious, aggressive when he should be aggressive, and he is delicate and observant. Although his realm is only ninth level, with his secret techniques of the left, it is already comparable to eighth level, or even one point stronger.
All in all, Gu Cheng's evaluation in Meng Hantang's heart has far exceeded that of most of the Xuanjia guards in Jingyesi, Luo County.
"After cleaning up the scene, let the policeman let people in."
Only the soul pill in the starving ghost's body is valuable, and the rest of the body is directly burned to prevent innocent passers-by from being contaminated with the yin energy.
While Zhao Jingming was carrying the body, he sighed to Gu Cheng: "Brother Gu is very decisive. If it hadn't been for you just now, this mission would have been difficult.
If there is a chance in the future, you and I can work together again."
Zhao Jingming's attitude towards Gu Cheng was obviously much more affectionate.
Gu Cheng didn't feel that the other party was snobbish, it was just human nature.
When Jingyesi's Xuan Jiawei performs a mission, everyone wants to work with someone who is strong and reliable, rather than carrying a drag bottle.
So Gu Cheng also smiled and said: "Brother Zhao, you're welcome. Of course, the more opportunities like this, the better."
After returning to Jingyesi, Meng Hantang took out the soul pill and said in a deep voice:
"One starving ghost pill can be exchanged for 150 merit points. Since I took action on this mission, I will take one third and leave 100 points because it was Gu Cheng who found out the clues and it was Gu Cheng who helped me kill the hungry ghost in the end.
Damn it, so Gu Cheng takes 40 points, and the remaining three of you each get 20 points. Do you have any doubts?"
"No."
Several people shook their heads in unison.
Meng Hantang has such a great reputation in Jingyesi, Luo County, not only because of his strength, but also because of his fairness in doing things.
He will not be greedy for any merit points for the people below to complete the mission. If Meng Hantang does not take action this time, the 150 points will be shared equally by Gu Cheng and others.
This is rarely seen in other night watchmen, and they tend to skimp on it to some extent.
Of course, even if it means deducting money, they don't dare to deduct too much.
If you look too ugly, who will work for you? Everyone is not working hard, so the tasks within the jurisdiction cannot be solved in time. As time goes by, your position as a night watchman will not be stable.
"Gu Cheng stays, everyone else should disperse."
After the others left, Meng Hantang looked at Gu Cheng carefully, and then said: "I said you were impulsive before. In fact, if you were not impulsive, although I was sure to kill the starving ghost in the end, I would definitely have been seriously injured.
ending.
Merit points belong to everyone, and there are rules. I can't divide you too much, but I'll keep this favor in mind.
Your physical training speed is very fast, and you have actually reached the peak of the ninth level. Your physical strength is even close to the eighth level. You can start internal training.
Later I will help you sort out your internal meridians and help you reach the eighth level faster."
Jingyesi is not a sect. Both the night watchman and the general are just superiors, not elders of the sect. No one will teach you how to practice.
Therefore, Meng Hantang wanted to personally help Gu Cheng enter the eighth rank at this time. This was indeed a return of favor.
Meng Hantang took Gu Cheng to a quiet room and said in a deep voice: "Peace your mind and calm your energy, let the energy flow in the meridians."
Gu Cheng nodded, sat cross-legged on the ground, and began to silently circulate the energy in his body.
In fact, before, Gu Cheng could only be considered to be in the middle stage of the ninth level when he reached the top of the sky, but the power he gained from killing the starving ghost made Gu Cheng's physical strength instantly rise to the peak of the ninth level.
However, this is just a simple increase in physical strength, and Meng Hantang should not be able to see anything wrong with it.
While Gu Cheng was thinking about it, Meng Hantang pointed his fingers like swords and released his true energy, pointing at the large acupuncture points all over Gu Cheng's body. The true energy poured directly into Gu Cheng's body and traveled through his internal meridians.
“The heart belongs to fire, the liver belongs to wood, the spleen belongs to earth, the lungs belong to metal, and the kidneys belong to water.
Qi Jin travels in your internal organs, and the rotation of the five elements will give your Qi Jin different attributes and powers, making it more solid and finally reaching the point where it can be released to the outside.
Now, do you feel the power of your inner being?"
Gu Cheng nodded gently. Meng Hantang's true energy traveled to his heart, and immediately there was a scorching heat. This was the power to temper the five internal organs.
"Remember how this power works, breathe in and out, and mobilize all your power."
As Gu Cheng began to breathe in and out, his chest and abdomen began to contract extremely, and a low thunder roar erupted.
Meng Hantang withdrew his hand and wiped the fine sweat from his head, as if the energy was traveling around Gu Cheng's body, which was very energy-consuming.
"Hubao Leiyin? Is this the eighth-level inner training?"
Meng Hantang shook his head and said: "It's not official, it's only with my true energy guiding you that you have the strength to burst out like tigers and leopards.
But you have memorized this power. You just need to go back and practice for a few more days. After you get used to it, you can officially enter the eighth level.
According to Jingyesi's rules, you can choose two more skills when you reach the eighth level. Similarly, you have obtained 40 merit points this time, and you can also exchange them for skills or elixirs.
The Starving Ghost has appeared, and I need to go to Heyang Mansion to report the situation, and hand over the Starving Ghost Pill by the way. I can also apply for whatever technique you want and get it back for you."
Gu Cheng asked doubtfully: "Does the Luo County Jingyesi have these skills?"
Meng Hantang shook his head and said: "The lowest branch in Jingyesi is at the state level. In order to save resources, there are only simple strongholds in each county.
There are ninth-level to seventh-level exercises and some low-level materials in the Jingyesi Division of the state capital. If you want a higher level, the commander of the state capital needs to apply to the Jingyesi Division at the county level.
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Gu Cheng nodded, Jingyesi was really cautious in doing things.
The generals at the state level are basically practitioners of the sixth grade, but their branches only have things below the sixth grade. This is clearly to prevent the generals from enriching their own pockets.
Meng Hantang gave Gu Cheng a booklet and said, "This is the details of the exercises, elixirs and other materials. After you choose it, tell me and I will get it back for you."