[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-infinite-faith-system-join-the-divine-chat-group":3,"chapter-infinite-faith-system-join-the-divine-chat-group-infinite-faith-system-join-the-divine-chat-group-chapter-167":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Infinite Faith System: Join the Divine Chat Group",{"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},1373297,1815,"Chapter 167 – Dragon Bone Essence: Using Me as Weapon Material—Is This What a Maiden Can Do?","infinite-faith-system-join-the-divine-chat-group-chapter-167",167,"\u003Cp>Things turned out to be unexpectedly simple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That very day, the village chief, along with a group of demon masters, received the teachings of Eternal Meditation passed down by Kikyo.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>More than twenty young and middle-aged men and women took part.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After gaining this divine method, each manifested unique powers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kikyo, Kaede, and the others observed as the results unfolded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For some, it was an overall strengthening of both body and spirit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The villagers of Maple Village each found that their natural talents were enhanced, their existing strengths magnified to a new level.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The residents of Demon Village, however, gained something else entirely—martial enhancement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their bodies, once no different from ordinary humans, now rivaled demons in raw strength. Not only that, but their bodies radiated powerful true energy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was then that Kikyo realized: with Eternal Meditation, not everyone would gain extraordinary divine powers like herself and her sister. The results varied depending on the practitioner’s nature.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A villager armed with a sickle stepped forward to test his strength.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He infused his power into the weapon—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And with a single sweep, the protective wall surrounding the cottage village collapsed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Boom!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An entire hundred-meter-long section of the wall crumbled into dust.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gasps filled the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wh-what... Is this really the power granted by the God of Eternity?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s incredible!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Unimaginable... no human should wield such strength!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The village chief’s eyes shone with fanatical light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If such power could be given to all, then subduing demons would no longer require mobilizing dozens of warriors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A single villager could handle threats that once terrorized them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He asked cautiously, \"Lady Kikyo, can this method be passed on to other villagers as well?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kikyo smiled serenely. \"Of course. This will become a branch of the Eternal Faith from now on. But remember this—our doctrine forbids wanton killing, even of demons. Only when you encounter those who defy order and refuse peace...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her words trailed off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The demon masters clenched their fists, voices uniting as one:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"—We will smash them to pieces!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their reply carried conviction, fierce and unshakable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kaede smiled brightly. The second wave of believers had already been born. The spreading of the Eternal Faith was going smoothly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the distance, the Thunderbird couple crouched low, watching uneasily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The husband and wife exchanged glances, their expressions grim. Compared to these newly empowered humans, the two of them suddenly felt like mere oversized chickens.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Good heavens...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If such a human organization truly rose, it would spell the end for countless yokai.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thankfully, the Eternal Faith forbade needless slaughter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Otherwise, demons would have no place left in the world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still, the Thunderbird pair couldn’t help feeling regret.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Had they surrendered sooner, they too could have received such blessings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, they could only watch in envy as humans grew stronger. Their initial resentment dissolved into admiration and longing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Every creature yearns for a powerful backing. For the weak, it is even more necessary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Thunderbird clan, lacking strength or influence, stood near the bottom of the demon hierarchy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Across the land, powerful clans dominated—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Thunder Eagle Clan, the Hundred Ghost Bats, the Kennel Clan...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the Thunderbird line was a minor, wandering race.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Occasionally, one or two of their number rose to power, but their brilliance faded quickly, leaving no lasting heritage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They lacked mighty artifacts. They lacked powerful allies.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unlike the Dragon Clan—the mightiest of all monsters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though few in number, every dragon was a being of overwhelming strength.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even among demons, none dared provoke them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then there was the Dog Demon Clan, who established a true demon nation in the West.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inuyasha’s father, the Great Dog General, had once been worshiped by tens of thousands of yokai.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though he had fallen, his wife, Lady Sesshōmaru’s mother—known as Lady Izayoi by some, Lady Sesshōmaru by others—remained a formidable power, renowned for her brilliant strategies and loyal vassals.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mere mention of her name made many demons tremble.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her son, Sesshōmaru, had already proven himself, defeating the Ocelot Clan and even driving out the Thunder Eagle Clan from the Western territories.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>News of these deeds spread like wildfire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile, back in Demon Village, reconstruction progressed swiftly. The villagers no longer needed weapons forged from lesser yokai bones.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Why? Because such weapons had become obsolete.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ordinary human steel shattered under the might of their new power.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still, troubles arose.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The village chief sighed as he studied reports from his subordinates.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now that we are stronger, we must also find weapons worthy of our strength.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If we can smelt weapons from the bones of powerful demons, we’ll be able to forge arms to match our abilities. Some of you have already chosen fire-based arts, yes?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes,\" replied a middle-aged man, bowing respectfully. \"I can wield fire. With my flames and our village’s forging knowledge, we can refine such weapons.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Good,\" Kikyo nodded. \"Then we need only find monster bones. Do you know where such remains can be found?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The villagers fell silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Monster bones did not always require slaying the living. Many powerful yokai left behind remains when they died.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, the Thunderbird couple stirred.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Lady Kikyo,\" the husband said hesitantly, \"my wife and I know of such a place. But... it lies far away.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh?\" Kikyo tilted her head. \"Where is it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"In the west lies Dragon Canyon. Hundreds of years ago, the Great Dog General fought a terrible battle there against the Dragon Bone Spirit. The remains should still linger.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The words sent a ripple of unease through the group.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dragon Bone Spirit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even the name spoke of terror.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A monster born from dragon remains, strong enough to clash with the Great Dog General himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The village chief paled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Another dragon? And it fought Lord Dog General himself? Isn’t that far too dangerous for us?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Kikyo only smiled faintly, taking Kaede’s hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Take us there. It will be a good chance to test my current strength.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For some time now, she had practiced Eternal Meditation. Ordinary yokai fell before her with a wave of her hand. Only a monster of this level could serve as a true test.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It would also give her new followers in Demon Village a chance to witness her power as the envoy of the Eternal God.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Village chief, you and another Thunderbird will accompany us,\" she instructed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Understood, Lady Kikyo.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Thunderbird’s vast wings could carry several people easily. Their endurance allowed them to fly without rest for days.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, that very day, the group set out for Dragon Canyon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dragon Canyon was a colossal range shrouded in poisonous miasma.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The landscape bore countless scars of ancient battle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without the ability to fly, one could not even approach the outer rim.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Riding atop the Thunderbird’s neck, Kaede frowned as oppressive energy pressed upon her chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Such suffocating malice... It must be near. Veer left.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, my lady,\" the Thunderbird obeyed instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, a horrifying sight emerged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There, sprawled across a mountain peak, lay a colossal figure—over a thousand meters tall. Its monstrous form was twisted and grotesque, its body radiating dreadful malice like an endless tide.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The village chief’s knees shook uncontrollably.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That thing... it hasn’t even moved, and yet I feel crushed by its hatred...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kikyo’s eyes narrowed. \"Stay here. Kaede and I will go.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The chief bowed quickly. \"I’m ashamed to be such a burden, Lady Kikyo.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s fine. I intended for you to see this,\" Kikyo said with a faint smile. Her gaze fixed on the massive spike protruding from the creature’s chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That... must be the seal.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She drew her bow. A sacred arrow, glowing with violet light, shot forth and struck the nail pinning the monster.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crack!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A deafening sound followed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thump... thump... thump!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A colossal heartbeat boomed, shaking the earth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dark clouds churned, lightning split the sky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Dragon Bone Spirit stirred.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was no mere dragon. It was a corpse demon—born from a dragon’s body, manipulated by the eerie human face embedded in its forehead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though impure, it still wielded all the power of a true dragon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Otherwise, how could it have battled the Great Dog General to the death?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Who dares wake me...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its roar shook the heavens. The ground cracked, rocks split apart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Dragon Bone Spirit had awakened!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But before it could unleash its fury—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two radiant arrows pierced its body in quick succession.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"???\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The monster blinked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What’s happening? I just woke up, and already I’m under attack?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking up, it spotted two women calmly standing atop a Thunderbird, bows still drawn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You insolent human ants! Dare you attack me?! You must be seeking death!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kaede waved dismissively. \"Stop shouting. We revived you only because your bones will make fine weapons. Now, kindly be quiet.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Dragon Bone Spirit froze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>WHAT did she just say?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It gathered demonic energy to unleash a massive blast—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But another sacred arrow struck, shattering the attack like glass.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From there, the sisters began target practice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Head. Chest. Tail. Limbs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Within minutes, the once-terrifying Dragon Bone Spirit collapsed motionless, pinned like an oversized specimen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kikyo lowered her bow, her voice calm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now we can check its value. Village chief, please collect some samples. Test whether its bones can be forged.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The man swallowed hard but obeyed. He ran forward, hammering against the corpse’s body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Dragon Bone Spirit’s eyes burned with silent fury, but it could not move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The chief panted in frustration. The bones were impossibly tough—he couldn’t break off a single piece.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, Kaede sighed, walked forward, and with one sharp kick snapped a fragment free.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inspection revealed the bones’ worth was immeasurable. Weapons forged from such material would rival legendary artifacts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kikyo surveyed the canyon thoughtfully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This place has potential. Chuyao Village could build a town here. With the Dragon Bone Spirit’s remains, we could craft tens of thousands of weapons for future believers. Once the miasma is cleared, this land could thrive.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Dragon Bone Spirit’s eyes bulged red with rage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What kind of words are these?!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Are you priestesses or demons yourselves?!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>End of Chapter\u003C\u002Fp>",1668,"2026-06-05T21:52:16.834Z",1,"novelbin.me","cd4e462f0a2c71eee3f9e9794b29fa963bc501dcdd44cc76cf5784a5620f0ff7","infinite-faith-system-join-the-divine-chat-group-chapter-168","infinite-faith-system-join-the-divine-chat-group-chapter-166",391,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Finfinite-faith-system-join-the-divine-chat-group-cover.jpg"]