Dissolving

This chapter presents two classic xianxia concepts. First, **Dissolving Cultivation (散功)**—this is the process of willingly destroying one’s internal cultivation base, usually to save a life or break a curse. In Li Feiyu’s case, it would revert him to an ordinary, healthy mortal, extending his lifespan but stripping him of his identity, power, and the respect he's fought for. It’s a form of social and personal death. Second, the chapter highlights the distinction between two types of movement mechanics. **Smoke Step (罗烟步)** is a mortal-world lightness skill; it relies on explosive physical power and is best for short, nimble bursts in tight spaces. In contrast, **Wind Riding Technique (御风决)** is a true spell. It uses magical power to sustain high speed over long distances without fatigue—a perfect example of how even low-level cultivators (Qi Condensation) begin to surpass mere martial artists. It’s a quintessential tool for any fledgling immortal on the road.

Definition

Story context

Sometimes, the hardest battles aren’t fought with blades. In Chapter 74, the narrative takes a sharp turn inward—focusing on the heavy, unspoken weight between Han Li and Li Feiyu. We get a raw, unfiltered look at Li Feiyu’s impossible choice: embrace a slow, peaceful death by dissolving his cultivation, or burn bright and fast chasing a fleeting love and a moment of glory. It's a conversation that defines the character's soul. The chapter then leaps forward in time, showing us the brutal consequences of the Seven Mysteries Sect’s war with the Wild Wolf Gang—a conflict that reshapes the power structure and claims the lives of familiar faces. But not all is grim; we also witness Han Li’s quiet, personal triumph: mastering the Wind Riding Technique, a spell that gives him a taste of true, effortless speed.

Why it matters

Get ready for a chapter that feels like a deep breath before the plunge. The opening conversation between Han Li and Li Feiyu is pure character gold. It perfectly captures Li Feiyu’s tragic flaw: a ferocious pride that would rather end in a blaze of glory than a whimper of peace. His refusal isn’t about stupidity; it’s about a core belief that his worth is *in* his power. The time skip is a brilliant narrative tactic—it lets us feel the grinding, protracted nature of the gang war without being bogged down by every skirmish. It also establishes the new, more dangerous landscape. But the real victory here is Han Li’s. That moment of mastering the Wind Riding Technique? It’s Han Li’s quiet, humble *power-up*, a testament to his relentless, methodical nature. While others fight for glory on the battlefield, he’s back in his valley, unlocking the next step on his path. It's a showcase of his core philosophy: true progress is made in silence and obsession.