Advance the future and become a martial saint on earth!

Cangdu is like a giant dragon lying dormant, standing in the vastness, with its city walls towering high, seemingly touching the sky.

For nine hundred years since the Great Mystic Lord raised his army and established his rule over the world, this land of China has always been a place of martial arts and immortality, a world ruled by the human race. It has been peaceful for a long time, with few instances of upheaval in the provinces or sudden outbreaks of war.

As a gathering place for powerful and wealthy people in the state, where all the officials and their families had their own residences, Gongqing Street has never been a place of great commotion throughout history.

But today.

Regardless of their social class, people from all walks of life, whether they are travelers, merchants, or warriors.
They all heard the resounding vibrations and watched as the luxurious gates of the noble streets, with plaques bearing the inscriptions of "Qin," "Yuwen," and "Dugu," were forcibly torn down, and the long steps collapsed!

Anyone who dares to obstruct us.
They were already lying sprawled out on the ground, scattered about.

This is truly an extremely rare and big news story!
What prestige and renown did these powerful clans possess?
If one can carry the name of this place, one can be said to be able to run rampant in Cangdu. If one goes to the subordinate prefectures, one is even more like a dragon crossing the river. Wherever one goes, all the sects and schools will be respectful and dare not offend him. How powerful he is!

But today, my home has been vandalized, and I have lost all face!

This is not just stepping on a mere signboard or gate.
What is being trampled on is the face of these three clans, these three families, built up over hundreds of years, and the immense power and dignity of those three powerful figures who sit in charge of these clans, able to turn the world upside down with a flick of their wrist!
Where did this dragon from across the river come from, that it has such ability and the audacity to do such outrageous things, while the leaders of the three major powers haven't even shown their faces yet?
In an instant, news appeared frequently, causing a stir among the people of a small part of Cangdu, who were eagerly discussing it.

There were those who had been to Jiangyin Prefecture, met Xu Longxiang, and a small group who had heard of the old grudges and feuds between Longxiang Zhenzong and Xu Longxiang before the Jiazi era.
Combined with what we have seen today, the truth has been pieced together to be mostly clear, so that everyone can hear it!
It is also said that everyone in Cangdu understood the cause and effect, and suddenly realized the truth.

"Sixty years ago, these three clans, in their quest for advancement, seized an opportunity to kill the Dragon Elephant Daoist, resulting in his decapitation."

"At that time, the old master of the Dragon Elephant True Sect had not yet broken through to the Giant level. In addition, under the pressure of the prevailing forces, he could only hold his breath for the sake of the sect."

"This breath, held for a full sixty years!"

"Today, a master who has broken through to the next level has had his successor inherit the true teachings. He has entered Cangdu with great pride and confidence. His attitude is clear: he intends to use those three sects as stepping stones to make a name for himself!"

Some people analyzed the cause and effect, and were immediately amazed, but couldn't help but question:

"But the three clan leaders are all powerful figures, their families deeply entrenched and deeply rooted in the entire Cangdu, with disciples and former officials from all walks of life, their influence radiating throughout the entire Changbai Mountains and Heilongjiang River region."

"That powerful figure is all alone, weak and outnumbered. Isn't he afraid of ruining things and provoking the three major clans to retaliate fiercely?"

"What if things were to repeat themselves?"

But before he could finish speaking, he immediately drew a rebuttal:

"That's not right. You're supposed to be a martial artist, brother. Don't you understand the reasoning behind this?"

“Once the feud has been formed, it can never be resolved. Don’t you see how many people say that ‘a smile can dissolve all enmity’ but then settle scores decades later?”

"When the Dragon Elephant True Sect rose to power, I heard that when Daozi Ji Xiu was in Jiangyin Prefecture, he had constant conflicts with the various clans of Cangdu."

"At such a young age, he has become a master and a promising candidate to lead a school of thought. He must be outstanding and cannot suppress his pride."

"Otherwise, I fear I will lose my courage and determination, and fail to grasp the true meaning of my title and the ambition to stand at the forefront as a Martial Saint!"

"Furthermore, the teachers who taught the younger generation were thoroughly searched and killed, and now this grandfather and grandson are dressed in white and carrying a coffin. Their purpose is clear: they want to make those powerful families lose face!"

"Just watch, Cangdu is bustling with activity today."

It is unlike Anning County, and even less like Jiangyin Prefecture.

As one of the most important towns and prefectures in the entire "white mountains and black waters" region.

Within the Northern Cang region, hidden talents abound, including Qi cultivation masters nearly extinct in the impoverished counties, and sect leaders capable of establishing their own schools in the prefectures under their jurisdiction.
Who knows, on this grand avenue in Cangdu where six horses can ride side by side, the person walking towards you with an imposing and extraordinary air might just be a member of a 'great family'!
Therefore, those who are so interested in this matter, and who discuss it so openly and frankly, are able to talk about it extensively.
Without exception, they were all experts in their fields, quite knowledgeable, and when it came to the rivalry between various powerful clans, they were not as apprehensive as the prefectural and county officials, and spoke almost freely.

As the saying goes, a knight-errant uses his martial arts to break the law. Once a martial artist opens up his Qi Sea and advances to the level of a master, if he has no ties or attachments, then no one cares about his background.

If I offend someone, I can simply leave this land of white mountains and black waters, head to Beicangzhou, and sail down the river to make a graceful exit. With my martial prowess, I can go anywhere in the country.

Some insightful people, who loved watching the excitement, immediately flocked over!

Zuo Longshe, the Lord of Xiankong Mountain, who had been obstructed by Lord Jiang of Qishan but had received orders from the Lord of the Divine Weapon Altar to retrieve the 'Royal Power Blade', arrived at the foot of Xiankong Mountain in a long robe and had not yet had a chance to rest.

Then he saw Wei Fengchun, a proud member of the group, return from Jiangyin Prefecture in a sorry state and report the news.

After hearing what he said, his thick eyebrows twitched violently.

"Did that man surnamed Wang really say that?"

A look of astonishment flashed in his fierce eyes, followed by a murderous glint that appeared as he spoke:

"The remnants of the Sword Court, their treacherous hearts are not yet dead; they still yearn for a comeback."

Zuo Longshe sat upright in the large chair, rubbing his temples and muttering to himself.

As someone from the same era as Wang Xuanyang, someone who experienced the events of that time, especially since the Divine Weapon Altar also took over the status of 'Blade Court' in the Changbai Mountains and Heilongjiang River region.

If the ancestral court of the sword path were to raise its banner again, gather its fallen followers, and re-establish its authority...
The Divine Weapon Altar will definitely be the first to object.

Since Wang Xuanyang had such a thought...
We must nip it in the bud as soon as possible.

Just then, a message came from outside the hall.

After hearing about the struggle between the various powerful clans,
Zuo Longshe's eyes flashed with a sharp light. He rolled up his robes and picked up a titled divine weapon, the 'Golden Crow Great Ring Blade,' which was covered with a fiery aura. He immediately stepped over the threshold and headed towards the prince's mansion!
"I really don't know whether the master that junior has chosen is good or bad."

"He certainly has some ability, but..."

"Are these guys really going to poke a hole in the sky?"

"Having offended a powerful outsider, they still dare to attack the local bully at his doorstep."

"This tycoon really wants to see for himself."

Such a calamity.

"How could Xu Longxiang and Wang Xuanyang possibly protect you unharmed!"

Royal Palace.

The clan leaders who came from Daliangping in Wangquanzhuang had only one thought in their minds when they heard Wang Quanqi's complaint.

The owner of the Wangquan Blade, Wangquan Wumu, was an ancestor of his clan. The blade's hilt is even engraved with the words "Wangquan." Regardless of the reasoning, it should rightfully belong to his Wangquan lineage, not to mention...
The white mountains and black waters, originally the Great Snow Mountain where the 'Sword Court' was located, were permanently sealed off after the collapse of the Sword Court, making it difficult to break through from the outside.

Looking back, the ancestral court of the sword path was magnificent and stood tall in the northern border for nine hundred years, accumulating profound knowledge and experience.
How enormous must that be?
Just recently, there was Zhou Chongyang, who was hailed as the "Number One in the World"!

Whether this person lived six hundred years before or three hundred years after, there is no doubt that he could open the gates of the universe, unify all heavens, and allow the Red Continent to encompass all realms at its peak.
Knocking on that door to 'human immortality', I am no less than the ancestral pillars!

Who wouldn't be envious of the legacy left by such a person?
Their ancestor from Wangquan Village had been coveting this for a century, and this time he had even issued a death order!

The King's Blade, I swear I will have it!
Cangdu, the residence of a feudal lord.

Chen Xuanque paced back and forth anxiously, even forgetting about the important matter of going to see the 'Prince of Yan':

"You guys, you guys."

"Xu Longxiang, are you hoping your grand-disciple will cause trouble?" "Carry the coffin and deliver the funeral invitation; at this 'Mysterious Official Ceremony,' we will wipe out those three arrogant clans, an eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth, blood for blood."

Didn't you think about the consequences?

"If we win, how will this kid ever be able to stand up in this huge city of Cangdu again!"

"If we lose"

Then there won't even be a future!
His finger trembled as he pointed at Xu Longxiang, his anger seething inside him.

Chen Xuanque had no connection with Ji Xiu, and had only met Xu Longxiang a few times. In terms of the closeness or distance of their relationship, he naturally wouldn't consider the grandfather and grandson.

But ironically, he rose from humble beginnings, and through the kindness of the Mystic Lord Jiang Li, he enjoyed a life of luxury for a hundred years!

This young man provided timely help, saved the emperor, and ensured the success of the project. He gave the seemingly doomed Da Xuan a renewed sense of vitality, which is a testament to his merit in following the emperor's lead!
Having obtained Jiang Li's token, Chen Xuanque naturally had to protect him no matter what.

That's why I went to great lengths to seek benefits for Ji Xiu, hoping he would rise to prominence early so that he could protect himself during the future calamities and challenges.
But no matter how much he planned, he never expected this.

One is the True Sect of Heavenly Blade, and the other is the Orthodox Sect of Dragon Elephant. These two are truly capable of causing trouble!

"Right now, the six clans and five legitimate lineages are all paying homage to the 'Prince of Yan.' Before they can retaliate, and after venting our anger, let's leave as soon as possible."

"I'll try to appease them later, then we'll talk about it then."

Chen Xuanque frowned, trying to think of a solution, but before she could finish speaking, she heard Ji Xiu's calm voice. At this critical moment, instead of being afraid, Ji Xiu stepped forward and spoke clearly:

"The princes' words are erroneous!"

"As the saying goes, only in turbulent times can true heroes be revealed. Just because we don't do certain things doesn't mean that others will pretend they never happened."

"Sixty years ago, the feud was already formed. Let's set aside the past grievances for now and just change our identities. If I were one of the three powerful clans, I would be the target of many of their enemies."

"Once we learn about the Dragon and Elephant lineage, I, Ji Xiu, will stand tall in Cangdu and claim a share of the spoils!"

"At this moment, they will surely obstruct us in every way, both openly and secretly, and ruthlessly eliminate any future troubles, ensuring that they have no chance of rising again!"

"Putting yourself in someone else's shoes and trying to guess what they're thinking doesn't mean anything."

"But as long as I feel that those powerful clans and enemies won't let me go any further, that's enough!"

"Let's lay everything out in the open first. I'll avenge my master. Either I kill you or you kill me. It's much better than being secretly suppressed and attacked by everyone, only to die without knowing why!"

Ji Xiu's robes fluttered in the wind. At this moment, with the huge waves he had stirred up with Xu Longxiang and all the storms in the outside world, he had already made up his mind.

But strangely, unlike when they first rose to prominence, they were cautious and tread carefully, focusing solely on competing with powerful backers.

At this moment, Ji Xiu seemed completely unaware of the danger he was in.

Or rather, it wasn't that he wasn't aware of it, but rather that the threat posed by that powerful clan seemed to have begun the moment he stepped out of Jiangyin Prefecture and his primordial spirit left his body, leaving him completely vulnerable.
It seems like it really doesn't matter anymore.

Let alone powerful figures or extraordinary talents in the state, even a supreme master, if the Young Dragon Monument leader stood before Ji Xiu and wanted to kill him, even if he was no match for him.
It seems that the 'momentum' that has been accumulating in one's mind and spirit along the way has just been formed!

It also seems that it cannot shake or destroy the 'martial arts divine will' that I have honed and tempered!
This can be described as the 'purest and most genuine way, the way of utmost sincerity'!
In the darkness, when these words were spoken to Chen Xuanque, Ji Xiu's cultivation, which had stagnated after breaking through to the next realm, was restored.
As the divine soul of the Purple Palace suddenly appears, it begins to rise from afar and is about to ascend!

It seems that as long as Ji Xiu holds onto this idea, he will no longer be far from the 'Dao of Mana Power and Golden Core', but will instead find a steady path to climb forward!
This is a transformation of mindset and spirit.

It also caused a kind of 'divine thought' to subtly gather around Ji Xiu, which could unconsciously influence others.

"I see, so that's how it is."

"After the Purple Mansion, the primordial spirit leaves the body, and the Dao heart will undergo the tribulation of 'heart stirring'. At this time, external disturbances will be magnified several times, shaking the Dao heart and causing one's own distracting thoughts to rise continuously."

"But if a Qi cultivator or Taoist can uphold true thoughts and stabilize their true nature, they can 'set sail straight across the vast ocean,' until their spirit leaves their body without any weakness, achieving complete perfection. Even immortals and gods cannot summon or take them away. This is the level of attainment they have reached."

"Then one can use the complete alchemy method to seek the power of the elixir and make a great cultivation."

"but me"

"Then one can comprehend the Nine Aperture Golden Elixir, instantly grasp its profound principles, and embark on that 'Great Path of the Golden Elixir' before the supernatural power!"

At this moment, Ji Xiu, whose heart was filled with turmoil, suddenly understood something profound.

Rumble!
At that moment, a thunderous sound suddenly reverberated in his ears, sweeping through his mind as if proclaiming a great truth. At the same time, the Great Dao Purple Mansion he had forged became more solid and mysterious, surrounded by magical power.
"This is my soul showing me that it is celebrating my passing through this ordeal."

"The five stages of Taoist arts, 'Spiritual Astral Projection,' if I were to say that when I was taken away by the True Venerable of the Xuanfu Sect, I was merely at the very beginning..."

"Right now, I have completely established myself in this realm!"

"If I were to do it all over again, crossing mountains and seas, my resolve would be unwavering, my heart steadfast, and I would remain neither confused nor lost."

"No matter how many tricks or supernatural powers Xuanxiao may have, there is absolutely no way he could take away my soul without anyone noticing, making him the butcher and me the fish!"

call.
Having figured this out, Ji Xiu, who was facing Chen Xuanque in one go, had a bright and clear look in his eyes. His black hair danced in the wind and his white clothes fluttered. He seemed to have a feeling in his heart, and then he became more calm and composed!

Chen Xuanque was about to say something, but then noticed the changes and shifts in his demeanor.
His face was filled with surprise.

Only Xu Longxiang, standing beside Ji Xiu, had his eyes light up and burst into laughter:

"My lords, have you seen this clearly this time?!"

"The three realms of martial arts are the three tests of 'strength, qi, and will'!"

"For those in the Grandmaster realm, whether it is tempering the Qi Sea, transforming the physical body to achieve a metamorphosis, or attaining the Dragon and Tiger Treasure Form, these are not the key to breaking through to the 'Title Martial Arts' realm."

"We've both been through this, so we should know best!"

"Without the five realms of Daoist arts, the primordial spirit leaving the body to undergo the 'heart-stirring' refinement, making one's divine will indestructible and firmly believing in one's path, even facing nine deaths, one would not regret it."

"How could one possibly generate the 'true meaning of the title,' allowing one's thoughts to traverse mountains and seas, generate a heaven-suppressing aura, and strike across the cosmos!?"

"You might think I've gone mad, but half of my reason for coming here is to avenge my disciple, and the other half..."

"And isn't this also a stepping stone for my disciple and grand-disciple to seek the most supreme, invincible 'titled long rank' in martial arts!"

"If there is any backlash, let it all befall me!"

This statement came out.

Chen Xuanque was stunned and speechless.

But then came a furious shout, a sound of overwhelming rage:
"You old scoundrel, I had no idea what was wrong with you!"

"You originally intended to use the prestige of my state as a stepping stone for your disciple's 'title' advancement."

"He doesn't deserve it!?" (End of Chapter)