[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-divine-path-system":3,"chapter-divine-path-system-divine-path-system-chapter-103":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Divine Path System",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1563775,2028,"Chapter 103 - First Hunt","divine-path-system-chapter-103",103,"\u003Cp>Varian saw the thunder rabbit stoop down to devour the beast cores.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He bent his legs and leaned forward. His location was perfectly positioned to 'launch' at the thunder rabbit. It was also far enough to be escape its lightning sense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Boom!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Varian shot at the thunder rabbit and reached it in the split of a second.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ki?!\" The thunder rabbit's lightning sense kicked in at the last moment and a lightning cocoon was about to be formed around its body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But it wasn't completely formed yet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zap!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Varian's bare hands were covered in lightning mana and he punched out with all his strength.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Boom!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zap!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His fist clashed with the yet-to-be-formed lightning cocoon and barely broke the barrier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ki!!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Varian's bloodied fist lost most of its momentum, but it reached the thunder rabbit's body in the end.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crack!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Boom!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His punch connected with its fragile body and the thunder rabbit was blown away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Kii!\" The rabbit cried out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though Varian's punch was severely weakened and was barely as strong as a Level 1 Body Awakener's punch, it was bad enough for a Lightning Awakener Rabbit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Boom!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Kii!\" The thunder rabbit's legs were crushed, and it shrieked in pain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, its battle instincts kicked in and the lightning mana rumbled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zap!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zap!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Five Lightning snakes came into existence and shot at Varian.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were nothing like the lightning balls of the goblins. These were dangerous attacks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The air around the lightning snakes vibrated. The temperature spiked in the split of a second and the blue grass was burnt away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At such a close distance, Varian would usually have no chance to escape.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, there was one advantage he created.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zap!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Boom!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Boom!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Boom!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He rolled down and dodged the lightning strikes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dust flew into the air and gravel shot out in all directions as the lightning arcs formed huge craters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The lightning strikes which would never miss the target actually missed!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Heh\" Varian smirked and dashed to the injured rabbit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ki!!\" The thunder rabbit's brain was occupied by the pain, but its lightning sense didn't miss the offender's charge.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its eyes turned bloodshot and long whips of lightning formed in the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ki!\" The water in the nearby pond evaporated and the lightning whips shot at Varian.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zap!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zap!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Varian dodged the trembling lightning whips and reached the thunder rabbit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The thunder rabbit wasn't able to completely concentrate on the battle with its injury. That was the reason he was able to dodge the strikes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A lightning board formed under the thunder rabbit and was about to pull it away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Varian didn't give it the chance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He covered himself with lightning mana and approached the thunder rabbit in the blink of an eye.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zap!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zap!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zap!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lightning coiled around the rabbit and created a natural barrier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Boom!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His body shot at the barrier, and he punched through it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, it wasn't easy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Argh\" Varian felt the lightning break through his lightning mana and pierce his skin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though his lightning mana helped shield a significant amount of the attack, he was seriously injured in the blink of an eye.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Varian ignored the pain from his torn muscles, nearly burnt bones and punched the creature's neck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crack!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ki!\" With a squeal, the rabbit's neck was broken and its head was blasted away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Fuccck!\" Varian collapsed right after the strike.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His body spasmed as he felt the lightning burn his skin, dry his blood and tear his muscles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Arrgh!\" The blue grass under him was dyed red, and he laid on the ground for a long time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thankfully, this was a remote place he selected. He was temporarily safe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, a refreshing sensation overtook him as the chi in his body increased. His muscles were rebuilt. His skin was formed again and his blood was slowly created.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the same time, the lightning residue in his body started to hurt a bit less.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[+10 Xp\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>+0 Xp\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>+20 Xp]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The System prompted timely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Body Path Level 3: 310\u002F400\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Space Path Level 2: 100\u002F200\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lightning Path Level 2: 40\u002F200]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Varian smiled lightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the past few days, he devised a strategy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hunt down early Level 4 magic beasts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But his strength would not let him win head on.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So the solution?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Injure them enough to bring down their strength!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since Magic beasts consumed beast cores, he hunted many Level 3 Thunder Beasts in the Outer Zone and stockpiled the 'baits'.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Still, this is harder than I expected.' He winced at the pain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lightning was dangerous for two reasons. First was its paralyzing effect. Second was its high temperature.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Varian reduced both the effects by shielding himself with lightning mana.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'If my lightning can reach can Level 3 peak, then I can easily kill mid-Level 4 Lightning Beasts. But to kill the high Level 4, I'll need to break into Level 4 in Body Path.' He analyzed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Every three levels was a watershed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite his three Divine Paths, Varian's overalls strength didn't reach Level 4 yet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The major reason he was able to kill a Level 4 Magic beast was because of his lightning mana. Even then, he was able to do it barely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One mistake in the fight earlier and he'd be dead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he tried the same against any other Level 4 Beast, say Earth or Fire path, then he'd be overpowered easily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'The good news is this Inner Zone seems to only have lighting beasts as far as I can see.' He smiled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He slowly got up and retrieved the beast core from the rabbit. The corpse was still intact and Varian could still see little lightning arcs around it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He glanced at it and—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crackle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crackle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After roasting the rabbit meat, Varian had a hearty meal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was a small surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[+2 Xp]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Lightning Path Level 2: 42\u002F200]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Huh?'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Varian felt the lightning mana increase and frowned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Then why didn't eating other beast meat in the Outer Zone didn't give me any Xp?'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[The disparity wasn't enough.] The System answered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'I used to think eating Magic Beast wasn't much useful. No wonder those rich families buy high level magic beasts meat like crazy.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Advancing through eating is harder. However, it can certainly increase the progress.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It is like eating to gain muscles. Good food would certainly help, but it won't happen without exercise.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Hm.' Varian nodded at its weird analogy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He wanted to counter 'Muscle also needs enough food,' but refrained.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a few hours since the hunt and Varian's injuries were almost healed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He already marked his second prey.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You!\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1095,"2026-06-06T07:58:11.287Z",1,"novelbin.me","3b944d88ef700d91c2d4af05113d8c6a33116f66856c09e4e5036d23c9f50e8c","divine-path-system-chapter-104","divine-path-system-chapter-102",1773,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fdivine-path-system-cover.jpg"]