oul will last for three more years. After that, I will use its remaining energy to send you away. During that time, study this space ring when your spiritual sense develops fully.”

I nodded and asked, “Master, what is this place?”

He explained, “You fell from the mountain, and your divine beasts transported you here. It is somewhat connected to you.”

“Can I return?” I asked.

Master shook his head, “I can send you out, but not necessarily to where you came from. My power is greatly diminished.”

“Where will I go?” I pressed.

Master again shook his head, “I can only send you to a random small world. My strength is not enough to precisely choose your destination.”

“Stay here and train. When my fragment is about to vanish, I’ll use its energy to send you off.”

Nodding in understanding, I opened the Path of Bloodthirst. The first chapter was about memory training, like never forgetting anything you’ve seen, down to counting ants in a specific spot.

To start, I needed to develop my spiritual sense. It took a year of meditation to cultivate it, much harder for those with a chaotic body, as Master had said.

In that year, Master’s patient teaching reminded me of my grandfather, bringing tears to my eyes, which I tried hard to hold back.

With spiritual sense awakened, my memory became flawless. The technique allowed me to retain vast amounts of information as my spiritual sense grew stronger.

This was just the beginning, and I had only heard of such profound training from Master. The second chapter described strengthening the body.

Confused, I asked, “How do I train my body?”

Master reappeared and explained, “There are many ways to train your body: medicinal herbs, divine power, constant combat, and more. The world is full of myriad methods. You must explore them yourself. I left behind only this sword, my life's work, and this space ring.”

Raising his hand, a white light shot into my forehead, causing sharp pain and screams. When it was over, I had gained knowledge up to the peak of a Grand Martial Master level. Master said the rest could be unlocked with the Path of Bloodthirst and the space ring.

Understanding that higher knowledge had to wait, another year and a half flew by. 

“Qiyun, you have started your journey as a martial artist. It’s time to send you out for more training. Remember, only through bloodthirsty slaughter can you achieve greatness. However, never kill the innocent, or you will face heavenly retribution,” Master advised.

“I will remember your teachings, Master,” I promised.

“The divine beasts within you will activate when you gain sufficient strength,” Master added with a laugh. “From now on, you’re on your own. A master can only open the door; the rest is up to you.”

Master waved his hand, and my vision blurred, transp

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