The Body Refinement Realm is the foundation of martial arts, the stage for achieving physical perfection. At this realm, one cannot cultivate divine abilities, but can only train in the basics and techniques that form the groundwork for such powers. Only upon reaching the Wheel Meridian Realm can one begin to cultivate formidable divine abilities.

The Dragon Subduing Fist is a powerful divine ability. It contains both a techniques section and a divine ability section, allowing a martial artist to progress from mastering techniques to wielding true divine power.

The Dragon Subduing Fist is based on sheer force and dominance, its momentum like that of a dragon. There are three moves: Furious Dragon Emerges from the Sea, Dragon Soars in the Wild, and Dragon’s Roar in the Nine Heavens.

“During the day, I practice the Dragon Subduing Fist. At night, I use the star meteorite to comprehend the stars and raise my realm. I hope to become even stronger within two days, to restore honor to the Carter Residence.” Ethan Carter thought to himself. Cultivating the power of the stars is more effective at night than during the day.

“The first move of the techniques section of the Dragon Subduing Fist, Furious Dragon Emerges from the Sea, looks simple, but it requires an unstoppable momentum, like a furious dragon bursting out of the sea—what a domineering force.” Ethan Carter carefully studied the key points of the move in the manual, then began to practice in the training grounds, throwing punch after punch, imagining the power within his body as a furious dragon—unyielding and fierce, surging out from the sea.

“No, my movements are stiff, completely lacking the coordination shown in the illustrations.” While practicing, Ethan Carter reflected on himself, constantly making improvements. After a long while, Ethan Carter stopped, closed his eyes in thought, and in his mind, he seemed to see a dragon—its form domineering, its momentum awe-inspiring.

Suddenly, Ethan Carter opened his eyes, a sharp light flashing within them. He sank his waist and stepped forward, his body taking on the shape of a dragon. With a furious shout, he seemed to transform into a raging dragon, his fist blasting forward. With a thunderous boom, the stone pier ahead exploded, fragments flying everywhere.

“Whew…” Ethan Carter’s long hair flew, the youth brimming with spirit. He glanced at his fist, his handsome eyes shining like the stars. The power of the move was already so formidable—if he were to reach the Wheel Meridian Realm in the future and unleash the divine power of the Dragon Subduing Fist, how terrifying would that be? Subduing dragons and tigers.

Having gradually mastered Furious Dragon Emerges from the Sea, Ethan Carter did not stop, but remained immersed in his cultivation. The feeling of this powerful strength made him excited, his blood boiling.

Until night fell, even when Yvonne Carter sent a maid to call him for dinner, he sent her away, continuing to train in the secluded backyard training ground. Through the night, using the star meteorite and the Thousand Temperings method, he managed to raise his strength to the peak of the fourth level of the Body Refinement Realm, on the verge of a breakthrough.

The vast power contained within the star meteorite was completely absorbed by him, showing just how terrifying his sensitivity to star power was.

During the day, Ethan Carter did not stop practicing the Thousand Temperings method until he broke through the bottleneck and entered the fifth level of the Body Refinement Realm. His body became even more perfect. Within seven days, he had broken through five levels in a row—if word got out, it would shock the world.

After breaking through, Ethan Carter did not rest at all, but immediately began practicing the second move of the Dragon Subduing Fist’s techniques section: Dragon Battles in the Wild.

For two days, Ethan Carter forgot to eat or sleep, devoting himself entirely to cultivation.

Another day passed. The stars in the sky gradually faded, and a pale light appeared in the eastern sky. Ethan Carter opened his eyes, feeling refreshed in both body and mind. Yet he seemed preoccupied, staring blankly at the sky.

Today is Brian Baker’s birthday, the day when all the major powers gather at the Baker Residence.

Thinking of everything that had happened in the past few days, Ethan Carter felt as if it were all a dream: Brian Baker repaying kindness with enmity, Ashley Baker’s heartlessness, Emily’s innocence, his foster father’s iron-blooded loyalty. Now, in the blink of an eye, he had become a Martial Fate cultivator, condensed his Star Soul—today, it was time to resolve it all.

Chapter 10: Gathering at the Baker Residence

Blazing flames hung in the sky, fiery light pouring down upon the land, enveloping the ancient capital of Tianyong City.

Within the city, pavilions and palaces stood in great numbers, the grand architecture appearing even more magnificent under the sunlight. Ancient bluestone streets stretched out, all leading to the same place. There, a massive martial arena stood, with a majestic viewing platform built behind it, and further back, a vast mansion—the {Bai Family} residence of Tianyong City!

At this moment, the current head of the {Bai Family}, Brian Baker, sat atop the viewing platform. Beside him was a sixteen-year-old girl, her skin fair, long hair draped over her shoulders, her figure graceful—a rare beauty.

“Congratulations to the head of the {Bai Family} on your birthday.” At this moment, people continuously offered their congratulations at the foot of the red-carpeted steps leading to the platform. Brian Baker cupped his hands to those around him, his face beaming with smiles.

“Master of the {Bai Family}, your daughter is only sixteen, yet her future is limitless.” Someone glanced at the girl beside Brian Baker, speaking with a smile.

“You flatter me.” Brian Baker replied casually, as more and more people gathered, making the scene extremely lively. Many had even brought along the younger generation of their families, clearly for the academy’s recruitment.

“Rumble!” Just then, from the distant bluestone street came the sound of iron hooves, a thousand horses galloping. Even from afar, the ground here trembled violently. The crowd’s gaze was involuntarily drawn in that direction, their pupils all contracting in unison.