[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-steady-cultivation-starting-with-the-perk-work-h":3,"chapter-steady-cultivation-starting-with-the-perk-work-h-steady-cultivation-starting-with-the-perk-work-h-chapter-121":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Steady Cultivation: Starting With the Perk “Work Hard, Rest Hard”",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},601311,849,"Chapter 122: Tonggu Dragon King's Frustration, The Ultimate Weapon of Entry Modification!","steady-cultivation-starting-with-the-perk-work-h-chapter-121",121,"\u003Cp>Tonggu Dragon King frowned slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A mere human cultivator actually dared to meet his gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Dragon King's expression darkened, a flash of displeasure appearing in his eyes as a streak of fire shot from his dragon pupils, transforming into a Fire-tipped Spear that shot straight toward Su Yuan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan also frowned. He hadn't expected that a dignified Dragon King would so casually attempt to kill a human cultivator - especially when that human was himself!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan's eyes turned cold as a wisp of starlight sword energy infused with lightning aura condensed before shooting toward Tonggu Dragon King.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both attacks were minimal, containing no substantial magical power.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Dragon King believed a casual strike could crush the human cultivator, while Su Yuan was confident his attack could block the Dragon King's strike.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The lightning sword and fire spear clashed midair, instantly illuminating the sky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Laws of lightning, stellar laws, and sword principles instantly formed a web of laws that enveloped the Fire-tipped Spear, grinding it into dissipating sparks within moments.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Dragon King reached out and grabbed!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sword energy became trapped within his claw.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a light squeeze, he attempted to crush the minor sword energy, but in a breath's time, the energy split into nine parts that arranged themselves into a mysterious Seven Stars Formation, actually resisting the Dragon King's casual grip.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A flash of light appeared in the Dragon King's eyes as if he saw nine supremely profound dao characters evolving within the formation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Containing numerous mysteries of stellar laws, these dao characters sent Tonggu Dragon King - seeing them for the first time - into momentary daze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He quickly regained clarity and forcefully crushed the lightning sword formation in his claw.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Tonggu Dragon King felt uneasy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stared suspiciously at Su Yuan, his expression shifting uncertainly. These were law dao characters - could this person actually be at the Taiyi Golden Immortal realm?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For the first time, Tonggu Dragon King felt intense unease, deeply imprinting Su Yuan's appearance in his mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Ding, Fame Value +13]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Surprise flashed in Su Yuan's eyes - this Dragon King actually gave him 13 Fame Points? What realm was this?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, [Dangerous Mission] highlighted brightly, indicating the extreme threat level of the Dragon King before him!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan glanced at his system panel without panic, calmly activating the entry [Great Being's Demeanor].\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His pressure, aura, and temperament began rapidly approaching a certain realm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Dragon King paused briefly, sending out an avatar clone to continue patrolling Tonggu River.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His true body, however, transformed into a young man with dragon horns after a flash of light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He quickly appeared above Su Yuan's courtyard, immediately releasing powerful dragon might to probe Su Yuan's limits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet when he did so,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan simply raised his teacup at that moment, sending back an immense, condensed pressure that instead suppressed Tonggu Dragon King!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not only did this effortlessly dissipate the dragon might without the nearby maids noticing anything as they continued preparing tea,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>but Su Yuan's pressure also counter-suppressed the Dragon King!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Dragon King's aura suddenly stagnated, his power suppressed by ten percent!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This made Tonggu Dragon King's expression completely change.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan was extremely surprised - his [Great Being's Demeanor] had broken records, his pressure reaching Golden Immortal level.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This meant the Dragon King's cultivation had reached Mystic Immortal level!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was somewhat unbelievable!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan's second Nascent Soul had only just entered Human Immortal initial stage. In a real fight, even with [Great Being's Demeanor], he'd be instantly defeated without resistance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet Tonggu Dragon King now regarded Su Yuan with deep wariness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Taking a deep breath and seeing Su Yuan didn't press further, the Dragon King descended after a moment's thought, landing in Su Yuan's courtyard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He bowed respectfully: \"Tonggu pays respects to the Human Immortal Lord!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Immortal Lord?\" The local earth god gasped, looking at Su Yuan in terror. He hastily stood up, not daring to remain seated, quickly moving aside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Immortal Lord typically referred to Golden Immortals!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Eternal Golden Immortals capable of establishing massive domains in the immortal world!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Ding, Fame Value +0.0001]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Ding, Fame Value +0.001]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Ding, Fame Value +0.01]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Ding, Fame Value +0.1]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan glanced at the meager Fame Values from the earth god.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After four increases, it only totaled 0.1...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I dare not claim to be an Immortal Lord! My power is weak - I was nearly killed by you!\" Su Yuan said calmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tonggu's expression changed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He forced a smile: \"The Immortal Lord jests! This matter was indeed my mistake. I'm willing to compensate your losses.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He continued: \"My grandfather is a Golden Immortal. As long as the exalted immortal makes requests, I'll fully compensate the Immortal Lord!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tonggu Dragon King's words carried hidden thorns, subtly mentioning his background.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan frowned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tonggu Dragon King's heart leapt to his throat - while his grandfather was indeed a Golden Immortal, their relationship wasn't close.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The atmosphere instantly froze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nearby maids and guards stiffened, only the old ox remained calm as it happily ate celestial fodder, completely ignoring their conversation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Noticing the Green Ox's relaxed demeanor made Tonggu Dragon King even more nervous.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan snorted coldly: \"You've taken my human clan's worship and fortune, yet care little for their safety. Is this proper?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tonggu Dragon King secretly relaxed: \"What does the Immortal Lord suggest?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I want you to protect these humans' safety, at least ensuring towns and cities remain secure for ten thousand years. Do you agree?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan stared at Tonggu Dragon King, oppressive might forcefully pressing down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Dragon King sighed in relief: \"This incident was indeed my fault. I'm willing to pay the price - protecting the humans under my care.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Checking his system panel and seeing no additional Fame Values from the Dragon King,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan continued: \"Additionally, I'll spread a cultivation method - all humans in your territory may learn it!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tonggu Dragon King's expression changed: \"This...if humans cultivate, ensuring their safety becomes difficult!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan calmly watched, his oppressive might intensifying!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Dragon King sighed and nodded: \"As the exalted immortal commands.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Ding, Fame Value +130]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Ding, Fame Value Level Up]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan immediately checked his system panel.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Name]: Su Yuan\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Region]: Immortal Origin Realm\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Level]: Minor Fame (145\u002F1000)\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Realm]: Peak Void Refining (100\u002F100) \u002F Initial Human Immortal (1\u002F100)\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Entry 1]: Work-Rest Balance lv7 (101100\u002F1m): Current rest time: 1 day (Modifiable)\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan mentally clicked [Modifiable].\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instantly, the Work-Rest Balance entry's description reappeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Work-Rest Balance]: You excel at balancing work and rest. The longer you rest, the better your cultivation results. Current rest time: 1 day!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Staring at this description, Su Yuan realized he could add, delete or modify parts of it - but with extreme limitations, only changing one or two characters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He tried changing \"longer\" to \"shorter\".\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A red flash crossed the system panel - the modification failed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After brief consideration, his gaze fell on the latter part.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He modified one phrase.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A green flash appeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Entry 1 instantly changed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Work-Rest Balance]: You excel at balancing work and rest. The longer you rest, the better your cultivation results. Total accumulated rest time: 1 day!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan's heart surged with joy at this description.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though only two characters changed, the actual effect had transformed completely!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yuan's main body immediately tested it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He began cultivating!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And he could truly choose not to activate Work-Rest Balance!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The accumulated rest time didn't decrease or disappear!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cultivating didn't affect the ongoing accumulation!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Entry 1 achieved an epic breakthrough!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This surpassed level upgrades - it was a fundamental, revolutionary improvement!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He never imagined the Immortal Origin Realm's fame system could modify entry descriptions!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even one or two character changes could produce astonishingly different effects!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His experiment confirmed his long-held suspicion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Immortal Origin Realm truly lived up to being a higher world!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tonggu Dragon King noticed Su Yuan's sudden good mood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he sensed it wasn't due to their agreement - something else pleased him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Noticing the Dragon King's gaze, Su Yuan smiled: \"Tonggu Dragon King, thank you for your hospitality. Having obtained what I wanted, there's no need to linger!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Dragon King quickly asked: \"Might I know the exalted immortal's honorable title?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I am the Seven Stars Daoist! The Big Dipper illuminates earth to stabilize mountains and rivers, Seven Stars shine upon heaven to grasp the starry river! Hahaha, this daoist takes his leave - we'll meet again if fate allows!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Amidst Su Yuan's laughter,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>his voice vanished like bubbles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Along with him disappeared four maids, three guards, the old ox, and its cart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everything Su Yuan brought vanished without trace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tonggu Dragon King scanned thousands of miles but found no sign of Su Yuan, as if he'd never existed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bewildered, he looked at the earth god.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The terrified earth god said: \"Dragon King, I...I don't know either.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Dragon King waved him off, flying into the clouds as he gazed at his domain and sighed: \"Should've checked the almanac before leaving! Met a human old monster today!\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1506,"2026-05-30T17:32:16.605Z","2026-06-01T04:31:47.954Z",1,"novelbin.me","f425e9cf0b3abfaf01fcd582d0632e0377cfb8e7872a1d43def7915e608e1e9a","steady-cultivation-starting-with-the-perk-work-h-chapter-122","steady-cultivation-starting-with-the-perk-work-h-chapter-120",640,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fsteady-cultivation-starting-with-the-perk-work-h-cover.jpg"]