: Can soaking your feet before bed really improve your health?

Chen Changqing also went into the yard and continued to do squats while carrying the stone block.

As the fire lotus burned, Chen Changqing's physical abilities quietly improved.

Physical Fitness +1

The stronger the body, the more energy is needed to improve even a small amount.

However, with the help of the power of creation, Chen Changqing's physical fitness improved at a rapid pace.

In less than 15 minutes, it improved by another three points.

Next, let's look at the cultivation level information.

"Cultivation level of magic power: None"

Physical Cultivation Level: Body Refinement Level 1 (0/200)

仅大半天时间，他的肉身修为，已经从刚开始的炼体0级（86/100），提升到了炼体1级（0/200）。

Physical cultivation at level one corresponds to physical refinement at level one, while magical cultivation at level one corresponds to magical energy refinement at level one.

"My physical cultivation has advanced first." Chen Changqing smiled happily.

Moreover, he felt that the concentration of spiritual energy mist in his body had also become much richer.

It's estimated that it won't be long before it condenses into threads and reaches the first level of Qi Refining.

Continue training.

Chen Changqing was extremely excited and picked up the stone block to continue training.

After another hour of hard training, his physical fitness improved by another 8 points.

However, it's possible that the body absorbed too much energy in a short period of time.

For the next fifteen minutes, I felt no improvement at all.

The night is dark.

But Chen Changqing was not sleepy at all. He picked up his bow and arrow and practiced archery by the moonlight.

He stood in front of the storeroom, holding his breath, aiming at the scarecrow with its target against the kitchen wall.

The flames of the black lotus in my mind burned even more fiercely, and the world seemed to quiet down, with only the gentle breeze and the chirping of insects.

The arrow pierced the air and struck the scarecrow's face hard.

A sense of archery skill flooded into his mind, and a surge of energy flowed into his arms.

In the following time, Chen Changqing shot arrow after arrow, the sound of arrows piercing the air echoing in the courtyard.

Chen Changqing discovered that when he focused intently on archery, he gained more insights into the subject and felt a greater flow of energy into his arms.

If you shoot randomly, you'll get almost no improvement.

During archery practice, Zhao Erhu's bird flew over Chen Changqing's courtyard, circled for a moment, and then flew away.

After practicing archery for nearly an hour, my archery skills improved by a full ten points.

Just like with body tempering, the effects become weaker and weaker over time.

Chen Changqing prepared to rest, as he had to get up early to go into the mountains the next day.

He drew a bucket of well water, lit a fire to boil it, and poured the boiling water into a wooden basin. The steaming water rose gently into the night.

Chen Changqing took off his shoes and socks and slowly immersed his feet in the hot water. Instantly, a warm current rushed up from the soles of his feet, and he couldn't help but let out a comfortable sigh.

Physical Fitness +1

Chen Changqing's eyes brightened slightly as he carefully sensed the presence of the Black Lotus of Creation in his mind, and he discovered that it was indeed burning fiercely again.

Strands of mystical energy coursed through his body, strengthening his limbs and bones.

"Looks like we need to balance work and rest," Chen Changqing said with a smile.

During the last quarter of an hour of arduous training while carrying the stone block, although the Black Lotus of Creation was burning fiercely and divine energy permeated his body, making him feel warm and cozy, he just couldn't feel any sense of becoming stronger.

But as soon as you put your feet into the hot water, you can feel your limbs and bones slowly getting stronger.

The little black tiger also came over, gently patting the water with its paws, having a great time.

"That feels good." Chen Changqing closed his eyes, feeling the warm water stimulating the acupoints on the soles of his feet, which spread throughout his body.

He felt unusually relaxed and comfortable, and his tense mind gradually relaxed as well.

He gently rubbed the soles of his feet, feeling the comfort of every inch of his skin.

Physical Fitness +1

After soaking my feet, my physical fitness improved by a full two points.

After soaking my feet, I felt much more relaxed all over.

He dried his feet, put on clean cloth shoes, and also cleaned Xiao Hei's paws before carrying Xiao Hei into the house.

I put Xiao Hei in the crib, rubbed the little guy's head, and went back to my own bed to sleep.

"Awoo awoo." Little Black howled, gesturing with its two paws, looking at Chen Changqing with anticipation.

It means she wants to sleep with Chen Changqing.

"Alright then," Chen Changqing said with a smile.

The young man's eyes widened, filled with surprise.

He used to always want to sleep with his owner, but his owner seemed to dislike him.

He was also very self-conscious, because most of the contracted spirit beasts of his master's servant friends in the Immortal Spirit Cave were more talented and had more potential than him.

After leaving the servants' quarters at the Immortal Spirit Cave, the master no longer disliked him as much, but still wouldn't let him sleep with him.

With a light leap, Xiao Hei jumped onto Chen Changqing's bed and burrowed under the covers.

Happy, relaxed, and at ease.

Little Black Tiger happily lay on the bed and fell asleep in a moment, emitting soft snoring.

Chen Changqing gently stroked the little tiger's head, gradually relaxed, and quietly fell asleep.

Within his mind, the Black Lotus of Creation slowly burned.

As he relaxed his breathing, Chen Changqing's body seemed to merge with the surrounding world, and wisps of gentle energy flowed quietly through his body.

Chen Changqing's heartbeat gradually slowed down, and his breathing became longer and more even, as he entered a deep state of relaxation.

The next morning, before dawn, Chen Changqing opened his eyes.

After a good night's sleep, he felt refreshed and full of energy.

With a thought, he checked the information.

"Soul-Devouring Black Lotus"

"Owner: Chen Changqing"

"Cultivation level of magic power: None"

Physical Cultivation Level: Body Refinement Level 1 (14/200)

"Spell: None"

「技能：箭术0级（67/100），爬树0级（33/100），书法0级（19/100）」

"Huh?"

To Chen Changqing's surprise, after taking a nap, his physical cultivation level had increased by four points again.

Moreover, the spiritual energy mist of the spirit body has become a bit denser, indicating that the little black tiger has also improved.

"Awesome, even sleeping can improve me so much." Chen Changqing was very happy. He then got up gently without waking up the little black tiger and walked into the yard alone.

The morning air was exceptionally fresh, with a hint of coolness, which made him take a deep breath.

Looking up, one can see Zhao Erhu's Dark Bird circling in the sky.

What bad luck!

Chen Changqing was not in a hurry to leave. He drew a bucket of well water, washed himself clean, and went into the kitchen.

After starting the fire, cut ten pounds of wild boar meat into thin slices and put them into the pot to cook.

Chen Changqing moved a stone block and went into the kitchen.

While tending to the firewood, he did squats.

really.

After a night's rest, my physical fitness improved even faster.

After completing eighteen squats, my physical strength has increased slightly.

Then I did thirty squats, adding a little more.

After another ten squats, the flames of the Creation Black Lotus suddenly shrank.

Chen Changqing carefully sensed the source of the soul power within the Black Lotus of Creation and discovered that it was almost empty.

"It seems this Soul-Devouring Black Lotus is quite fuel-intensive," Chen Changqing murmured.

Yesterday, I absorbed the souls of eight wild boars, as well as pheasants and rabbits, and they were all burned up so quickly.

"There is a slaughterhouse in Dayang County that supplies meat to various inns. I will rent a room next to it and stay there for a few days each month."

Chen Changqing was making plans for the future.

Soon, the aroma filled the air.

Little Black Tiger woke up at some point and walked into the kitchen, sniffing the aroma from the pot with anticipation.

The pork was cooked quickly.

Sprinkle with salt, let it boil in water for a few more minutes, then scoop it out and enjoy.

Chen Changqing and Xiao Heihu were both big eaters, and they devoured ten pounds of wild boar meat in a whirlwind.

After eating and drinking to their hearts' content, they changed into the soft animal hide armor they had bought yesterday and put the amulets, fire crow talismans, and wind-chasing talismans into the easily accessible inner pocket of their bosom.

He took another bag, filled it with some dry food, and took two pieces of dried meat that his predecessor had bought.

He filled a gourd with water, hung it at his waist, slung a bow and arrows over his shoulder, picked up a long knife, and led the little black tiger to the meeting point.

Zhao Erhu and the others had all arrived. Upon seeing Chen Changqing, Zhao Erhu smiled and patted him on the shoulder: "Chen Erliuzi, how did you sleep last night?"

Chen Changqing nodded: "Not bad, Captain, don't worry, I'm all ready."

Zhao Erhu laughed heartily: "Then I'm relieved."

The group was fully prepared and soon entered the outer perimeter of Yunwu Mountain.

In the early morning in the mountains, the mist swirls around, and sunlight filters through the gaps in the leaves, creating beams of golden light.

The air was filled with the fresh scent of grass and trees, and occasionally the chirping of birds could be heard from afar.

Chen Changqing took a deep breath, feeling the tranquility and beauty of nature.

He knew that this tranquility was only a facade; although this was the outer edge of Cloud Mist Mountain, countless dangers were still lurking within.

Just like yesterday, the withered tree demon monkey was hunting on the outskirts of Cloud Mist Mountain.

He walked in the middle of the crowd, slung his long sword over his back, gripped his bow and arrow tightly, and his eyes sharpened.

The little black tiger followed Chen Changqing, cautiously surveying its surroundings.

Its ears twitched slightly, catching every movement around it.

Chen Changqing gently patted its head and whispered, "Little Black, be careful, don't stray too far from me."

Now, both he and Xiao Hei belong to the "cheat" group, and preserving their lives is their top priority.

As long as you live, there is endless hope.

"Awoo." The little black tiger indicated that it understood.

"rustle……"

Hearing the strange noise, Chen Changqing turned his head and saw a large gray bird in a tree not far away. It was a gray cloud bird.

Chen Changqing drew his bow and aimed at the large gray bird.

The Black Lotus of Creation didn't burn intensely, and there was no divine feeling. His archery skills were still quite average, and he needed to aim carefully.

But at this moment, Yin Jianhui's arrow had already pierced the body of the gray cloud bird.

The gray cloud bird landed on the ground and kept flapping its wings.

Yin Jianhui's contracted spirit beast, a yellow weasel the size of a rabbit, swiftly stepped forward, bit off the neck of the gray cloud bird, and snatched its body away.

Zhao Erhu instructed, "Let the spirit beast eat it, and clean the bloodstains from its mouth after it's done."

When venturing deep into the Cloud Mist Mountain, it is not advisable to bring along the carcass of a Grey Cloud Bird, which reeks of blood.

The wolfhounds and other spirit beasts swarmed forward, each devouring the food in a single bite.

He then licked the blood off his mouth.

Continue on the road.

Chen Changqing noticed that a phantom soul quietly entered the Soul Devouring Creation Black Lotus and transformed into a wisp of milky white soul power liquid.

The flames of the Black Lotus of Creation finally blazed brightly.

Unfortunately, there wasn't enough fuel, so it couldn't burn for very long.