The Great Martial Saint!

Chapter 690 Azure Sun Blood Refinement, Heavenly Net Heart Demon
After replenishing the crucial demon beast blood, this body-forging secret technique inherited from the Qingyang Sect can finally be practiced again.

The Azure Sun Blood Refining Method uses the true blood of the Mysterious Tortoise as the refining agent, and is the second stage of body tempering.

The top-grade earth-level mutated bloodline, comparable to the heaven-level bloodline, perfectly meets Chen Ping'an's expectations to use it as the blood of a demon beast for the second refinement.

hum~
Inside the room, lights flickered.

Drops of dark red and golden blood floated around Chen Ping'an.

The blood is pure, the most precious true blood from a demon beast.

However, no matter how pure the blood is, it cannot conceal the ferocity of the monsters on it.

In fact, the purer the blood of a demonic beast, the more powerful its ferocious energy. Naturally, the more abundant its vital essence and blood energy are also.

If one can successfully refine the blood and put it into practice, the effect will be extraordinary.

However, to successfully perform blood refinement, the first hurdle to overcome is naturally the ferocity of the demonic beasts within the blood. Otherwise, attempting blood refinement rashly might backfire.

If one forces blood refining, it will bring endless disasters.

Different monsters have different ferocity and types, making it difficult to apply a single approach and requiring constant adjustments to strategies.

But no matter how the evil influences change, spiritual will is the most crucial factor.

If one's spiritual will is insufficient, no matter how well other aspects are done, it will ultimately be a futile effort.

As a mutated bloodline comparable to a celestial bloodline, the ferocious power within the Xuan Turtle True Blood is naturally beyond description. If one uses spiritual will to sense it, one can faintly perceive a wisp of Xuan Turtle phantom.

With a light tap of his fingertip, a drop of demonic beast blood that surrounded him fell into his hand.

"Refining!"

Having previous experience, Chen Ping'an was naturally very familiar with the methods.

Chen Ping'an was perfectly clear about the corresponding steps and what to do at what time.

hum~ hum~ hum~
Inside the room, flashes of inspiration continued to appear.

Chen Ping'an possessed a strong will and abundant spirituality. Although the Xuan Turtle True Blood was extremely ferocious, it ultimately had to submit to his will.

Chen Ping'an held his breath and focused his mind, concentrating his will and refining the true blood of the Xuan Turtle.

As the malevolent aura gradually faded, Chen Ping'an drew the blood of the demon beast into his body, stimulating his acupoints and boosting his physical strength.

Using the essence and blood energy of demonic beasts to impact the body, open up the meridians, strengthen muscles and bones, and reshape the foundation.

This is a method for body tempering!

Its effects are profound and far surpass the vast majority of physical training methods in the world.

Time passed slowly, bit by bit, as Chen Ping'an refined his blood. Finally, as dawn approached and the night sky began to lighten, Chen Ping'an's entire body trembled, and a torrent of energy surged forth from his body, converging from all his acupoints, containing intense heat and boundless power.

"It's done!"

Chen Ping'an suddenly opened his eyes, a sharp glint in them.

Name: Chen Ping'an
Realm: Late stage of Jade Balance - Breakthrough Three Barriers (Breaking through the Shell Barrier)
武学：青阳血炼法入门（1/5760）颠鸾倒凤·阴阳枢入门（0/8640）、广寒剑法（残篇）入门（2325/2880）太虚御风步小成（0/5760）七杀天罡拳大成（0/9600）、霸刀圆满、七绝神功圆满、万魔铸身诀圆满
Just as Chen Ping'an had expected, he succeeded in the blood refinement this time and successfully accumulated some cultivation experience.

This time, it took him a lot of time to successfully refine the Xuan Turtle's true blood.

However, once you've done it the first time, things will be much easier from now on.

The corresponding time efficiency will be improved significantly.

Chen Ping'an was in high spirits after successfully completing the second stage of the Qingyang Blood Refining Technique.

The Qingyang Blood Refining Technique, which had been stagnant for so long, could finally be resumed. The cultivation of the Qingyang Blood Refining Technique would not conflict with the cultivation of normal techniques, which meant that he could cultivate both in parallel and simultaneously.

This is equivalent to maximizing the value of his time.

After briefly sensing the differences within his body, Chen Ping'an's gaze sharpened, and he closed his eyes.

"continue!"

With nothing else to do, I'll press on with my practice.

hum~
Inside the room, spiritual light shone again, and the true blood of the Xuan Turtle floated in the air, undergoing blood refining and body tempering according to a specific blood refining secret method.

+1!

Gu Qingchan is still in seclusion, and Chen Ping'an is not in a hurry to return to Canglong Prefecture.

Over the next few days, Chen Ping'an lived a more orderly life, staying in Xiaozhu Yayuan and focusing on his secluded cultivation.

Every day, besides practicing the Guanghan Sword Technique, he also practices the Qingyang Blood Refining Technique.

The remaining time was devoted entirely to refining the Dream Orb.

It's not quite a daily ritual; it takes several days to infuse the pearl with spiritual energy and accumulate enough to erode the massive chains wrapped around it.

In such circumstances, time actually passed very quickly.

Through continuous cultivation, Chen Ping'an discovered something quite delightful.

Whether it was due to a breakthrough in his martial arts realm, a more steadfast spiritual will, or an improvement in his physique and enhanced blood and qi, his efficiency in cultivating the second stage of the Azure Yang Blood Refining Method increased considerably.

Each day, one can accumulate a considerable amount of cultivation experience. At this rate, it is estimated that it will take about half a year to perfect the second stage of the Azure Sun Blood Refining Technique.

Six months may seem like a long time, but compared to the effects it brings, it's incredibly short.

A grandmaster's lifespan is five hundred years; half a year is nothing at all.

Let alone half a year, if you told a grandmaster that he could gain power comparable to that of a celestial being by cultivating diligently for sixty years, he would probably be more than willing to accept it and would agree immediately.

Based on his experience from the first refinement, if he succeeds in this second refinement, he has a very high probability of obtaining a second bloodline divine ability. With his current foundation, adding a second bloodline divine ability, once triggered, granting him power comparable to that of a celestial being, is no joke.

The first refinement of Qingyang Blood Refinement uses the true blood of the Earth Dragon, and the resulting bloodline is extraordinary, leaning towards a berserk and amplifying direction—the power of the wilderness.

The second refinement used the true blood of the Xuan Turtle, which is a mutated bloodline. The bloodline obtained is extraordinary, and if there are no mistakes, it should be biased towards defense.

One is ferocious, the other is defensive; their combined effect is quite remarkable.

After several days of cultivation, Chen Ping'an made good progress and was in a great mood. In his spare time, he would occasionally indulge in daydreams.

It is said that the prodigy with the Treasure Body possesses astonishing combat power, with offensive capabilities far exceeding those of his peers.

He now possesses extraordinary bloodline; I wonder if this could be considered a low-end version of a rare physique?
Precious Body, Dao Body, Holy Body, Divine Body—numerous special physiques have emerged one after another throughout the ancient times.

Even in this era, there are those with divine bodies that shine brightly and those with sacred bodies that suppress the world.
Compared to those prodigies with special physiques, his foundation is undoubtedly shallower. Even if their cultivation levels are equal, he is ultimately at a disadvantage in this respect.

Even with the same level of understanding and insights, when others unleash their power, it becomes more lethal and more extraordinary than yours.

With the same natural talent, if you encounter a suitable cultivation method, others will cultivate faster than you!
What you're born with, you can't compete with through hard work!
Although Chen Ping'an had his own advantages, given the limited time he had for cultivation, he dared not say that he could definitely overpower his peers.

He has been practicing martial arts for seven years. But compared to those geniuses of his generation, he is still ten, twenty, or even thirty or forty years behind.

Although he had strong backing, he dared not say he could catch up with them so quickly, especially the most outstanding geniuses!

With his current strength, if we only consider rankings, he should be able to rank in the top three on the Hidden Dragon Ranking.

However, the list is ultimately just a reference. Before facing a life-or-death battle, no one knows what kind of strength these geniuses on the list actually possess!
He knew nothing about their background or methods.

In addition, there are some hidden geniuses, military talents, and royal children who are not on the list! Although they may not be able to compare with the top geniuses on the list, the outstanding ones among them should not be underestimated.

Furthermore, there's the possibility of an undiscovered sixth brother; until the event actually occurred, no one would know.

In short, his current combat strength is already top-tier among the younger generation of the dynasty, but he cannot yet overwhelm his contemporaries. This remains true even based on what has already been revealed.

He needs a much longer period of time to make up for the time he lost. The lack of depth he has also requires more accumulation to fill the gaps.

If one year isn't enough, then use two years; if two years aren't enough, then use three years.
Given enough time, the gaps he missed before will eventually be erased by the passage of time. In his current situation, the longer he cultivates, the more advantageous it will be for him.

The extraordinary bloodline of the Qingyang Blood Refining Method gave Chen Ping'an, in addition to relying on his cheat system, a glimmer of hope to either smooth out or catch up with the prodigies of the Treasure Body and Dao Body.

It's not just about cultivation level, but also about some innate talents.

People like Dugu Yiren, Jiang Wuyai, Lu Mengyao, Ruan Yushu, and Chen Xuanli all possess special physical constitutions, giving them extremely terrifying advantages in battle.

另外
Chen Ping'an's eyes flickered slightly as he thought of the Heavenly Luo Saintess.

It is said that the Heavenly Net Saintess is a prodigy with a precious body, possessing the Taiyin Body, and her combat power far surpasses those of others in the same realm. Furthermore, if one could...
Nourishing the body can further aid in spiritual practice.

"A prodigy with a precious body?" Chen Ping'an looked slightly puzzled.

Why didn't I feel anything during the previous battles?

If he truly possesses the Treasure Body of a Prodigy, his previous combat prowess should have received an even more terrifying boost.

Chen Ping'an was puzzled.

In the previous battle, although the Heavenly Luo Saintess's combat power was not bad, it was clear that she did not demonstrate the terrifying suppressive power of the Treasure Body Prodigy.

While it's true that the Heavenly Luo Saintess's cultivation method wasn't a genuine martial arts manual, her combat performance seems somewhat inconsistent with the rumors, especially considering that he also hadn't cultivated any powerful techniques.

"Could there be some other explanation behind this?"

Chen Ping'an suppressed his doubts and stopped thinking about it.

His thoughts raced, and several images floated into his mind, all of them snippets of their past interactions. The scenes were warm and interesting, stirring up subtle ripples of emotion.

It's been so long since I've seen you. I wonder how you are doing?

As he pondered this deeply, Chen Ping'an was startled and quickly came back to his senses.

"A mere illusion dares to disturb my Dao heart!?"

His gaze darkened, a spiritual light swirled before him, and he slowly closed his eyes.

After several days of continuous practice, he is very close to achieving minor mastery of the Guanghan Sword Technique.

In two more days, it will be time to break through the limits of the Guanghan Sword Technique!

hum~
"Yan'er, where did you go? I've been looking for you for so long." A voice full of concern and a little anxious said.

"I just saw them making a long coat. Winter is coming, and I'm thinking of making one for my husband too," the girl explained.

"Don't do that again next time. I was so worried when I couldn't find you."

"Mmm." The girl lowered her head, looking somewhat aggrieved.

"Silly girl, come on, let's go home. Your husband will cook for you." A warm, large hand stroked the girl's head.

The girl stopped crying and smiled brightly, raising her face: "My husband, you are the best."

The man said nothing, patted the girl's head, and took her hand.

The girl's eyes were bright and clear, and she naturally took the man's arm.

Under the sunlight, a man and a woman walk along the street, a picture of tranquility.

The hibiscus-scented tent is warm, and the spring sunshine is bright.

"Did it hurt just now?"

"Fortunately."

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After a long, tender moment, the girl's expression turned serious.

"My husband will be thirty tomorrow, perhaps..."

"Perhaps what?" a male voice asked.

The girl's ears burned, and after hesitating for a long time, she finally said, "Perhaps, we can have a child."

"Yan'er, have you thought this through?"

"Um"

The sound was barely audible, yet it touched the heart and soul.

"My lord, I'm sorry, Yan'er, Yan'er seems to be..." The girl's eyes were filled with tears, and her voice was sorrowful.

"Yan'er." The man pulled the girl into his arms, his voice gentle: "It's alright, two people can live well together. Your husband has you, that's enough!"

The girl burst into tears, sobbing uncontrollably.

That afternoon was destined to be remembered for a lifetime.

The man's gentle voice was unforgettable from that moment on.

"Husband, come and look, there are so many stars in the sky."

"Let me take a look." A middle-aged man walked out of the house, his voice just as it had been back then.

"It really is true, there are so many stars today."

The girl took the man's hand and snuggled close to his chest, her movements natural and practiced, just like every star in the night sky.

"Look, it's a shooting star!"

"Quick, husband, make a wish!" The girl's youthful years had passed, but she was as charming and innocent as ever.

Under the starry sky, the two closed their eyes, their actions devout.

The shooting star had faded, and the two slowly opened their eyes.

"Yan'er, when did you start believing in these things?" the man asked curiously.

The girl smiled but didn't answer. Instead, she asked him what he wished for.

The man initially tried to keep her in suspense, but he eventually succumbed to the girl's gentle charm.

"I make a wish, that for the rest of my life I may be Yan'er, filled with joy, peace, and happiness year after year." The man's voice was gentle, and the smile at the corner of his mouth seemed to possess a magical power: "Yan'er, what about yours?"

The girl smiled sweetly, her face bright and cheerful: "I won't tell you!"

The man asked her questions for a long time, but the girl did not answer.

In the end, the matter was left unresolved.

That night, the girl didn't tell him that she never believed in making wishes under shooting stars, but since meeting him, she wanted to believe in all the gods and Buddhas in the sky.

Under the shooting star that night, the girl made a wish.

The waterfall curtain cave has a mountain spring and a cold pool, clear and cold, and the bottom is nowhere to be seen.

In the cold pool and stone chamber, purple mist filled the air, and spiritual light flowed, reflecting a magnificent figure.

The past is like dust and smoke, countless images intertwined, disturbing the heart and making it hard to express one's feelings.

The woman wore a long black dress, her face ethereal and exquisitely beautiful. Her eyes, like dreamy stars, were closed, and her long eyelashes trembled gently like butterfly wings.

Those who are celestial beings are in harmony with heaven and earth, achieving unity with them. If one reaches this state, one will understand one's true nature and attain a clear and pure Daoist heart.

(End of this chapter)