But I've Reached Qi Condensation (2)

I could hear Soso's voice from outside.

"I'll stand guard outside."

"You'll protect me?"

"Yes. I'll make sure no one approaches while you break through."

"All right."

Was that everything, then?

I sat cross-legged, just as my masters had taught me.

I set down the jade bottle containing the Qi Condensation Pills beside me.

'There are eight, right? Surely I don't have to take them all?'

I slowly closed my eyes and began circulating my cultivation method...