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Chapter 1987 1.1986 Nine Heavens Palace
It is said that the cultivation method of the "Spider Flower Manual Internal Strength Method - Thousand Poisons and Hundred Gu Chapter" is divided into nine realms, known as the "Nine Heavens Palace".

It is a path to heaven from "introducing poison into the body" to "transforming poison into sainthood".

First stage: Spider budding (drawing poison into the body).

Upon initial contact with spider venom and floral scent, a secret method guides a trace of toxicity to temper the foundation of the meridians, and the body begins to develop resistance to common poisons. Internal energy begins to emerge, faint as a thread, and pale green in color.

Second level: Deeply plant flower seeds (planting Gu to build a foundation).

He successfully planted the "Hundred Gu Flower Seed" in his dantian, connecting it with his own essence. His internal energy can cause mild paralysis and hallucinations, and his physical strength and perception are greatly enhanced.

The third level: Connecting the whole body with silk threads (unblocking meridians and activating blood circulation).

The toxic internal energy flows freely through the body's main meridians, forming a thin layer of poisonous energy on the skin to resist ordinary sword and blade attacks. It has begun to exhibit the rudiments of the "Heavenly Net Poison Body."

Fourth level: A riot of flowers (poison accumulating in acupoints).

Different types of cold and hot poisons are nurtured in different acupoints, and the internal energy attribute can be switched at will. When unleashed, the poisonous force is unpredictable and difficult to defend against. It can briefly release poisonous gas, forming a "Five Poisons Divine Mist" covering an area of ​​several feet.

Fifth layer: Heavenly Net (Aerosolized Wire Mesh).

Internal energy can be condensed and released externally, transforming into invisible and formless threads of true energy, creating a perception field within a ten-foot radius, where every blade of grass and every tree can be seen as if personally. The threads initially possess the effects of entangling and slowing down.

Sixth level: Thousand Poisons Devour the Heart (Poison invades the mind).

The internal poison penetrates deep into the marrow, directly affecting the opponent's mind. A shrill whistle or a glance can contain bewitching power, disrupting the mind. The poisonous threads are greatly strengthened, capable of cutting through metal and stone like steel wire within fifty feet.

Seventh level: All poisons return to their origin (comprehensive understanding).

The yin, cold, and heat toxins within the body completely merged, transforming into the purest and most refined "Thousand Poisons and Hundred Gu True Qi." Its internal energy was as vast as the sea, freely controlled at will. The poisonous mist could reach a hundred feet in range, condensing and never dissipating. The poisonous threads could be woven into a net, stronger than refined steel, capable of trapping and killing thousands—no exaggeration.

Eighth level: Spider Emperor descends to earth (transforms into a poisonous domain).

He himself becomes a massive source of poison, and with a thought, a "poisonous domain" extends three hundred feet around him. Within this domain, all things wither, and the opponent's true energy is continuously eroded and poisoned. He can also condense poisonous gas into the illusion of the "Five Poison Heavenly Spider" to aid him in battle.

Ninth level: When the flowers bloom, I am revealed (I am the poison).

The ultimate realm is the unity of body and Dao. One is both the Five Poisons Heavenly Spider and the Hundred Poisons Thousand-Year Flower. One can draw upon the most poisonous energy in the world; with a single thought, the flower blooms, with another, the spider is born. One can reverse life and death on a small scale (for those on the verge of death from poisoning), or instantly strip away all life force within a domain. One reaches the profound state of "no poison, no self; no poison, no self."

The first level of entry-level skill marks the initial formation of divine power. As dense and subtle as spider silk, it can silently invade the enemy's body and disrupt their qi and blood.

Upon reaching the third level, one achieves a minor mastery of the divine skill. However, the poison intensifies, causing the victim to feel as if a myriad of flowers are devouring their heart, their internal energy dissipates, and their spirit weakens.

Upon reaching the seventh level, one achieves mastery of the divine skill. One can release it at will, transforming it into an invisible poisonous miasma, or condense one's energy into threads, creating a spiderweb-like net within a hundred feet, trapping the enemy invisibly.

Upon reaching the ninth level, the divine skill is perfected. Spider venom and flower venom are completely fused within the body, yin and yang in harmony, cold and heat in unity. Inner strength is boundless and limitless, controlled at will, exhaled breath like poisonous mist, and waving sleeves like spider silk, reaching the supreme realm of using poison to control qi and qi to control poison.

As for their martial arts techniques, those remain unknown to outsiders. Of course, once they clashed again, the mystery would be solved.

"For some reason, the mention of 'Heavenly Spider Silk' reminds me of 'Heavenly Silkworm Silk'." Wu Chen had already figured out one of the sources of the "Thousand Poisons and Hundred Gu Spider Flower Manual": "As for 'Hundred Gu Flower Seeds', I thought of the 'Withered Wood Divine Skill'. And the 'Spider Flower Manual' itself seems to be related to the 'Sunflower Manual'."

The "Withered Wood Divine Skill" is one of the seven long-lost demonic skills in the "Record of Washing Swords and Washing Flowers." Those who practice this skill become completely numb to their seven emotions and six desires, and their actions become irrational. When mastered to seven or eight tenths of its potential, the entire body becomes as hard as wood, impervious to swords and blades. At its peak, even divine weapons cannot harm it. The skill's recoil contains a unique, subtle, and malevolent energy, which is extremely poisonous. Even a first-rate master who is carelessly exposed to even a trace of it will unknowingly be struck down; ordinary masters will die instantly upon contact, with no chance of survival.

"I don't know who actually combined the Heavenly Silkworm Demon Art and the Withered Tree Divine Art to create the Spider Flower Manual." Even the well-informed Master Gu Xianniang of the Returning Heaven Pavilion had never heard of such a thing: "No one knows how many demons and monsters are lurking in the North Fortress, or how many have become guests of the courtesans of various families."

"If we are known as the martial arts world, and we cannot innovate and abandon sectarianism, then there will be no successors," Master Kumei remarked with deep feeling.

From the perspective of the big players in Wu Chen's Sanctuary, this is actually one of the positive benefits derived from the plot. If it weren't for the plot invasion, what the prison city would be like is truly something to look forward to.

“I always felt there was more to this than met the eye.” Wu Chen’s ingrained intuition shone brightly once again.

Because the upcoming battle is somewhat like a preview of the final boss fight.

However, the unknown Toad Hall Master Hong Xiaocui before him was completely unrelated to the infamous villains Wu Chen remembered. There were countless female demons in the martial arts world; how could a mere maidservant be allowed to rise to prominence?

And let's not forget that the Demon Hunting Sect participated in the once-a-decade Flower Queen Competition under the name of the Returning Heaven Pavilion, precisely to hunt down the Great Demon of the Painted Walls who was lurking in the North Fortress.

If this Toad Hall Master is indeed the final boss, then she must be closely related to the hidden boss. Unfortunately, Wu Chen hasn't found any clues connecting them to the final boss. Something must be wrong.

If that's the case, then let's proceed with the established plan and continue the storyline of the Flower Pavilion Competition. Every story eventually comes to an end.

Wu Chen transmitted his voice to everyone: "Jingyin, are you still able to fight?"

"My lord, I am fine." As expected of the Emei Sect Leader, Abbess Jingyin recovered completely after a short period of rest.

"Alright." Wu Chen then reminded him, "Be careful. This person and this skill are both mysterious. You must not be careless."

"Yes, my lord." Abbess Jingyin, the head of the Emei Sect, gathered her qi in her dantian and waited attentively.

Seeing that the Sacred Flame Double Orders complemented each other, surpassing even the previous ones, even the little-known Toad Hall Master Hong Xiaocui dared not be careless: "I already know the general outline of the Sect Leader's Sacred Flame True Scripture. If I do not reveal the cultivation method I practice in this battle, it would be unfair."

"I would like to hear the details." Abbess Jingyin, the head of the Emei Sect, naturally did not refuse.

Hong Xiaocui, the leader of the Toad Hall, then recounted the divine skills she had practiced: "The Spider Flower Manual has three forms: Heavenly Net Binding, Hundred Flower Killing, and Five Poison Escape. And the manual's secret technique: Blood Gu Substitute..."

Heavenly Net Binding - Thousand Threads of Poisonous Hand: Qi bursts forth from the palm and fingertips, shooting out countless condensed, almost tangible, five-colored poisonous threads. Not only are they incredibly tough, but they can also seal the opponent's acupoints and corrode their meridians. At a high level of mastery, one can create an invisible silken array within a hundred feet, resembling a spiderweb reborn from the heavens.

Hundred Flowers Killing - Heart-Burning Gu Finger: The essence of "Hundred Gu Thousand-Year Flower" is concentrated at the fingertip, emitting a strange fragrance when applied. The victim is initially unaware, but moments later, the heat and poison erupt from the heart meridian, like a thousand flowers blooming simultaneously, burning the heart and corroding the bones. This finger technique is exceptionally insidious, specifically designed to destroy the internal protective qi.

Five Poisons Escape - Spider Shadow Step: The movement technique is unpredictable and elusive, like a venomous spider slithering or a spirit flower swaying. With each step, it leaves behind afterimages containing potent poison, deceiving the senses, and allows for nimble maneuvering and evasion within a small space.

Secret Technique of the Treasure Book: Blood Gu Substitute: This is a life-saving ultimate technique. In the event of a fatal injury, one can activate the "Hundred Gu Flower Seeds" within the body, spitting out a mouthful of blood containing one's life essence. This blood, upon landing, transforms into a dense cloud of five-colored poisonous mist, not only repelling powerful enemies but also condensing a poisonous Gu substitute within the mist, identical to the real body, allowing the real body to escape. However, this method is extremely taxing, temporarily diminishing one's power after its use.