Chapter 256 Orion's Changes (2)

The subordinate of the senior disciple paced back and forth in his office, a look of worry etched on his face. He had just received the news that the assassination attempt on Orion had failed. The target was stronger than they had anticipated, and the assassins were unable to get close enough to deliver the killing blow.

He knew what this meant - the Blood Clan would be demanding more money to complete the mission. Ten times the original amount, to be exact. It was an exorbitant sum, and he knew that they would struggle to come up with the funds.

He picked up his phone and dialled the number of his boss, the senior disciple. "Boss, the assassins from the Blood Clan have failed to kill Orion," he said, his voice low and tense.

There was a long pause on the other end of the line before the senior disciple spoke. "What do you mean they failed?" he asked, his voice rising in anger.

"The target was stronger than we anticipated. The assassins couldn't get close enough to deliver the killing blow," the subordinate explained.

There was another pause, and the senior disciple let out a deep sigh. "I see," he said. "And now the Blood Clan wants more money?"

"Yes, ten times the original amount," the subordinate replied, his heart sinking at the thought of the enormous sum.

The senior disciple was silent for a moment, and the subordinate could hear him thinking on the other end of the line. Finally, he spoke again. "We can't afford to pay that much. We'll have to cancel the mission."

The subordinate felt a sense of relief wash over him at the thought of not having to come up with such a large sum of money.

But his relief was short-lived as the senior disciple continued, "But I can't let this go. Orion has humiliated me in the past. I need to kill him myself."

The subordinate's eyes widened in shock. He had never seen his boss so angry and determined before. "Boss, are you sure that's a good idea?" he asked, his voice shaking slightly.

The senior disciple's voice was cold and measured as he replied, "I have no choice. If I don't do it myself, I'll lose face. And besides, it's personal now."

The subordinate knew better than to argue with his boss when he was in this kind of mood. "What do you need me to do?" he asked, resigned to the fact that he would have to assist in some way.

The senior disciple thought for a moment before responding, "Spread the news that I challenge him to a duel to the death."

The subordinate hesitated, unsure if this was a wise course of action. "Boss, this could escalate things even further. Are you sure it's worth it?"

The senior disciple's tone turned icy. "Do not question my decisions. Just do as I say."

The subordinate knew he had to obey, but he couldn't shake the feeling that this was a dangerous move. He hung up the phone and began to make preparations for spreading the news of the challenge.

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The days had turned into weeks, and Orion remained in deep meditation, his body and mind completely focused on cultivating his Qi. The liquid had given him a tremendous boost, and he could feel himself becoming stronger and more powerful with each passing day. He had never felt so alive, so in tune with the world around him.

Orion's senses had become incredibly sharp. He could hear the faintest whispers of the wind and the rustling of leaves on distant trees. His vision had sharpened, and he could see even the smallest details with perfect clarity. He could sense the energy of the world around him, feeling the flow of the qi that flowed through all living things.

As he continued to meditate, Orion felt a deep sense of peace and tranquillity wash over him. He was in complete harmony with the world around him, and he felt as if he was part of something greater than himself. He knew that he was tapping into a power that few could ever hope to comprehend, and he felt blessed to be able to experience it.

Finally, after two weeks of intense meditation and cultivation, Orion opened his eyes. He looked around, taking in the world around him with a new sense of wonder and awe. He could see the world in a way that he had never seen before, and he felt a deep sense of gratitude for the experience.

Orion stood up slowly, feeling the power that he had gained from his cultivation coursing through his body. He moved with a new sense of grace and purpose, his movements fluid and effortless. He felt as if he had shed his old self and had been reborn anew, with a new sense of purpose and power.

Orion checked his body, feeling the strength in his muscles and the power of his qi flowing through him. He felt lighter and more agile and knew he could move with incredible speed and precision.

He checked his senses, feeling the sharpness of his vision and the clarity of his hearing. He could sense the slightest vibrations in the earth, the smallest changes in temperature, and the tiniest movements in the air.

He closed his eyes again, focusing his mind on the power within him. He could feel the primordial qi flowing through him, a river of energy that filled him with strength and vitality.

He could sense the power of the elements around him, feeling the energy of the wind, the heat of the sun, and the coolness of the earth. He felt as if he was part of the world, a vital and integral part of the natural order.

As he continued to focus on his qi, Orion began to experiment with his newfound power. He moved with incredible speed, darting back and forth across the clearing with effortless grace.

He leapt high into the air, feeling the wind rushing past him as he soared through the sky. He landed softly, barely making a sound, feeling the power of his legs absorbing the shock of the impact.

Orion took a deep breath, feeling the energy of the world around him flowing through him. He opened his eyes again, taking in the beauty of the world around him with a new sense of wonder and appreciation