The true 'as easy as moving an arm' ability, besides being actively used, allows for an initial Fusion of the body and weapon as soon as the weapon is held, thereby enhancing the strength, texture, and power of ordinary weapons through a Spirit Master's powerful physique and spirit power.
Moreover, this influence is bidirectional; the weapon also provides a certain degree of enhancement to the Spirit Master themselves, but the difference between the two is often too vast for a normal Spirit Master to perceive.
However, a Tool Spirit is different. As Wang Nan's Spirit, the Coiling Dragon Staff inherently contains astonishing power. Through the effect of the Spirit Bone, while the Coiling Dragon Staff Spirit is strengthened, it also continuously enhances Wang Nan's physique.
It is well-known that Spirits on the Douluo Continent are divided into Beast Spirits and Tool Spirits. When a Beast Spirit is used, the power of the 'beast' within the Spirit is attached to the user, which is Spirit possession. Influenced by the Spirit, the Beast Spirit Master's physical strength is also extremely formidable.
Tool Spirits, however, operate separately from the body, meaning the Tool Spirit Master themselves cannot be enhanced by their Spirit.
But through the 'as easy as moving an arm' ability within the Spirit Bone, Wang Nan's body and the Coiling Dragon Staff can achieve Fusion, much like a Beast Spirit Master, where the power of the Coiling Dragon Staff continuously influences Wang Nan's physique.
Furthermore, as the Coiling Dragon Staff is Wang Nan's Spirit, their spirit power is inherently connected. Under these circumstances, the Fusion is not merely the preliminary Fusion between a Spirit Master and an ordinary weapon.
Fortunately, the previous owner of this Spirit Bone was not a Tool Spirit Master; otherwise, if they had understood the true ability of this Spirit Bone, its price would have been far more than one million gold coins.
Spirit power surged back and forth between Wang Nan and the Coiling Dragon Staff. The Fusion of the right arm bone was completely finished, but Wang Nan did not awaken immediately.
At this moment, Wang Nan was still in that mountain forest, with the Ape-Eating Eagle rushing towards him.
Wang Nan's consciousness was already clear, but his body was still not under his control; instead, it moved on its own.
It was like watching a movie through a first-person perspective. Wang Nan watched 'himself' pick up branches and fight the Ape-Eating Eagle, easily winning, then darting into the forest, swinging between branches, constantly picking various fruits. When idle, he would also hold a branch and study some rod techniques.
"Xiao Nan, it's time for class."
In the early morning, Gongyang Mo woke up to find that Wang Nan, who was usually punctual, was still in meditation. The Coiling Dragon Staff lay horizontally across his hands, and a dark flowing light covered his entire body.
Gongyang Mo's eyes widened, then he tiptoed out of the dormitory and quickly ran towards the classroom.
Downstairs in the dormitory building, Mu En was still sitting in his reclining chair, his gaze sweeping over the dormitory building, a slight smile involuntarily appearing at the corner of his mouth.
A few minutes later, Sun He and Gongyang Mo arrived at the dormitory together and saw Wang Nan in meditation.
At this moment, the light on his body was even more intense, the dark flowing light almost forming a cocoon of light, enveloping him.
"What did he do yesterday?" Sun He asked quietly, his voice low.
"After leaving the Soul Duel Tournament yesterday, he went to the Jubao Pavilion and brought back a Spirit Bone." As a roommate, Wang Nan's actions naturally couldn't be hidden from Gongyang Mo, but Gongyang Mo also wasn't sure what kind of Spirit Bone it was.
Sun He nodded gently, "It seems he was influenced by the Spirit Bone, causing him to enter deep meditation. This is a rare Opportunity for him; don't disturb him."
The sun rose and set, and days passed. No one expected that a month later, Wang Nan was still sitting on the bed.
Fearing to disturb Wang Nan, Gongyang Mo had temporarily moved to another place, leaving Wang Nan alone in the dormitory.
At this moment, all the light on his body had receded, but the Aura subtly emanating from him was becoming increasingly astonishing. Behind him, a mountain seemed to grow higher and higher, and just one glance could make one feel an immense, overwhelming pressure.
The Golden Tree branch, worn close to Wang Nan's chest, emitted a golden light. Power full of light and life energy continuously poured into his body. This ensured that even though he hadn't had a drop of water for a whole month, his body didn't collapse.
The dormitory door opened, and Xuan Zi quietly walked into the dormitory, followed by Sun He.
"Old Xuan, what do you think of his current state?"
"It's fine, this is a good thing. The longer deep meditation lasts, the more benefits one gains. In Shrek's records, Spirit Masters who have undergone deep meditation for more than a month, like him, have all become renowned powerhouses on the Continent."
"Then what about this Soul Duel Tournament?"
"As a reserve Disciple, the gains from the Soul Duel Tournament cannot compare to deep meditation. He won't need to participate in this tournament; five years from now will be his arena." Xuan Zi led Sun He out of the dormitory, gently closing the door.
"I'll take the other Disciples to participate in the competition first; you take good care of him." With that, he left the dormitory area, swaying as he walked.
Sun He glanced at Wang Nan through the crack in the door, a smile appearing on his face.
...
After an unknown period, a Dragon roar suddenly echoed in the lively forest. The sun in the sky grew larger and larger, and a slender figure seemed to be constantly swimming within it.
The other animals fell silent, and the surroundings suddenly became quiet.
Wang Nan suddenly stopped moving. The experiences in the mountain forest during this time continuously surged through his mind; it seemed many things had quietly changed in the dark.
He found that he seemed to be able to control his body now.
Wang Nan looked around, and the trees beside him slowly dissipated. The sound of waves came from afar, and above his head was a white sun, emitting a gentle light.
He took a few steps forward, only to find that the 'sun' before him seemed somewhat familiar. With a stir in his heart, his body flew into the air.
Below him was a vast ocean, and further away was an endless expanse of white.
He didn't know when, but his consciousness had returned to his mental force sea.
Above him was the light cluster like a sun, and beneath his feet was the lake symbolizing mental force—no, it was a shallow sea symbolizing mental force. Although he could still feel the boundaries, describing it as a lake was no longer appropriate.
A small island had appeared in the center, which was where Wang Nan had been standing before.
'I'm back?'
Wang Nan tried to mobilize his mental force, and sure enough, the seawater beneath his feet began to churn according to his will.
He closed his eyes, and when he opened them again, he saw the familiar yet unfamiliar dormitory.
Sitting on the opposite bed was no longer Gongyang Mo, but an old man with white hair and beard. Behind him, a giant Tree of Life floated in the air, and rich life force continuously poured into Wang Nan's body.
"You're awake." Seeing Wang Nan awaken, the old man opposite him also opened his eyes. "My surname is Zhuang; just call me Old Zhuang."
"Old Zhuang." Wang Nan paused before speaking slowly.
"It's alright. You've just woken up. Although my Energy has been injected into you to restore your vitality, and your body is unharmed, you haven't moved for three months, so it's normal to feel a bit unaccustomed."