Martial Arts Crossover: Me, the Immortal Venerable, Opens a Pawnshop in the Martial Arts World

Shocking!

As Lianxing repeatedly compared the pages in her hand with the text of the Heavenly Ranking,

Her very soul was trembling!

it is true!

It's all true!

The herbal formula on this paper is the very one bestowed by the Heavenly Ranking!

because--

Besides having the same name, even the annotations for "Blazing Fire Technique" are exactly the same!

[The Blazing Fire Technique, when practiced alone, is not particularly powerful, belonging only to the entry-level of immortal cultivation techniques. However, if cultivated to perfection, it can still trigger a tribulation of lightning; once successfully transcending the tribulation, one can step into the Nascent Soul realm.]

Lianxing had already noticed this sentence when they first met.

At that time, however, she did not take it to heart and simply ignored it.

after all--

Cultivating immortality? It's about cultivating "immortality".

That is an existence far beyond martial arts, transcending the mortal realm.

How could there really be a method of cultivating immortality in this mortal world?

Not to mention the words "transcending tribulation"...

Legend has it that after overcoming the tribulation, one can ascend to immortality and attain a divine body.

But this "Blazing Fire Technique," which could actually attract heavenly tribulations, is actually just an entry-level cultivation technique?

absurd!

However, at this moment—

When the words "Herbal Secrets" appeared on the Nine Provinces Heavenly Ranking, related information was revealed to the world. Let's revisit this passage...

The connection between the two attack methods was so perfect that they almost perfectly matched!

In addition, as mentioned earlier, the Grass and Wood Technique and the Blazing Fire Technique can be fused together for cultivation, condensing into the power of fire and wood.

Even though it was hard to believe, Lianxing had to admit it—

This is indeed a true cultivation technique, in no way inferior to the item bestowed upon Xiaoyaozi by the Heavenly Ranking!

The real... "Immortal Techniques"!

Having figured this out, Lianxing reread the cultivation methods recorded in the "Blazing Fire Technique" and her mind suddenly became clear.

"I see……"

"Precisely because it is a cultivation technique, the various methods of cultivation described therein seem bizarre and absurd to me, as if they were absolutely impossible to achieve..."

After the sudden enlightenment, even Lianxing, who was always as cold as ice, couldn't help but blush, her lips trembled slightly, and the force with which she gripped the jade slip increased.

It was as if those few yellowed pages bore an immense weight.

Do not!

For Lianxing, and for everyone in the world—

This "Blazing Fire Technique" is worth far more than ten thousand gold pieces; it is truly a priceless treasure!

Her series of unusual actions finally caught Yaoyue's attention.

Her beautiful eyes shifted slightly, landing on Lianxing. Seeing her dazed expression and burning gaze, Yaoyue couldn't help but ask softly:

"Hmm? What's wrong?"

The sound pulled Lianxing back from her thoughts, and the shock in her heart subsided slightly.

Raising her eyes to meet Yaoyue's questioning gaze, she remained silent for a moment, then finally gritted her teeth, handed over the "Blazing Fire Technique," and whispered:

"Sister, look at this."

"Um?"

"What, what did you find?"

"Could these few scraps of paper possibly contain anything useful?"

Yaoyue took it with suspicion, slightly pursed her lips, and lowered her head to read it.

The first thing that strikes you is a line of extremely jarring text:

[The Fiery Blaze Technique, one of the Five Elements basic attack techniques, can be cultivated in conjunction with the Herbs and Wood Technique, another of the Five Elements basic attack techniques, to combine the power of fire and wood!]

"The Secret of Herbs and Trees?"

In an instant, Yaoyue's pupils shrank to pinpoints, her mind reeling, and she uttered a sound!

Herbal Secrets!

How could she not know?

Just moments before Lianxing caught her attention, she was intently studying the Nine Provinces Heavenly Ranking, repeatedly reading about Xiaoyaozi's life and awards.

Among them, the three characters "草木决" (caomu jue) were already deeply engraved in my mind.

But now, she actually saw these three words on this secret manual that she had regarded as waste paper?

absurd!

The Herbs and Trees Manual is a secret immortal scripture personally taught to Xiaoyaozi by the Nine Provinces Heavenly Ranking; it is a true cultivation method!

Before this, who in the entire land of Kyushu knew of such a method?

But right now—

It appeared on an inconspicuous old piece of paper?

Furthermore, inferring from the meaning of the text...

This seemingly shabby "Blazing Fire Technique" is actually on the same level as the mysterious "Grass and Tree Technique".

How is that possible?

Suppressing the turmoil within, Yaoyue continued reading...

The more he looked, the more his mind was shaken. His usually aloof and cold face now showed an undisguised horror!

for a long time--

She slowly raised her head, her fingers tightly gripping the "Blazing Fire Technique," her gaze sharp as lightning, fixed intently on Lianxing, her voice low and solemn:

"In other words..."

"The path to immortality truly exists in this world, and even... immortals are real!"

"And we... actually spent ten thousand taels of silver to buy a cultivation technique!?"

Facing Yaoyue's intense gaze, Lianxing nodded solemnly, her voice clear and firm:

"good!"

"This is indeed a genuine cultivation technique!"

Yaoyue's lips curled up slightly, her smile spreading like ripples, and a feeling of unprecedented joy welled up in her heart.

"I never imagined... that we sisters would have such a chance..."

"Once this attack method is revealed, the entire world will be in an uproar!"

She paused, her gaze shifting slightly, a hint of amusement in her tone:

"If it weren't for your insistence on keeping this tattered booklet, even I would have overlooked its wretched appearance."

As she spoke, she glanced at Ling Tian discreetly and whispered:

"I wonder what that guy's expression will be when he realizes he's given away his cultivation method for ten thousand taels of silver..."

"No."

Lianxing's gaze sharpened as she swept over Ling Tian's retreating figure, then turned to Yaoyue, her expression solemn.

"Sister, if I'm not mistaken, Ling Tian—from the very beginning, understood the true value of the 'Blazing Fire Technique'."

"absurd!"

Yaoyue's pupils contracted sharply, her fingers clenched tightly, unable to conceal her excitement:

"If he truly knew this was a cultivation technique, why would he sell it for only ten thousand taels of silver?"

"It should be known that the methods of cultivating immortality are extremely rare in the world. To date, only Xiaoyaozi has obtained this opportunity because of the Nine Provinces Heavenly Ranking."

"No method of cultivating immortality has ever been heard of in the martial arts world before!"

"Moreover, Ling Tian clearly showed no signs of internal energy fluctuations, appearing no different from an ordinary person!"

Lianxing gazed silently at Yaoyue, her eyes deep and unfathomable, and slowly said:

"elder sister……"

Do you remember what he initially said?

He said that he only gave us the "Blazing Fire Technique" because of the "fate" of the ten thousand taels of silver...

Although Yaoyue is a Grandmaster in the early stage, her mind is naturally extraordinary.

Awakened by these words, he instantly grasped the cause and effect, and was utterly shocked:

"...!!!"

"So, he knew this item was valuable all along, which is why he spoke of it so casually?"

"Knowing it was a supreme technique, he still sent it out without hesitation; looking at the yellowed pages and creases, it's clear he never valued it."

"An ordinary person who obtains this treasure would surely hide it in a secret room and guard it closely. Yet he handed it over casually, without a care in the world..."

"This means—Ling Tian didn't take this cultivation technique seriously at all!"

Lianxing held the cup in her hand, took a small sip of sake, suppressed the surging emotions in her heart, and then slowly spoke:

"As for the reason why there is no internal energy fluctuation in his body..."

"I'm afraid it's not that they don't know martial arts, but rather—they simply disdain learning them."

"How could someone who regards cultivation techniques as mere dust bothering to practice mortal martial arts?"

"Therefore, this Ling Tian is no ordinary person; he is very likely an unfathomable cultivator."

"Even... he is one of the four immortal cultivators who have yet to appear on the Nine Provinces Heavenly Ranking!"

As the words fell...

Yaoyue and Lianxing both fell silent, their beautiful eyes surging with emotion, filled with an overwhelming sense of shock.

My heart felt like it was being battered by raging waves, and my thoughts were as chaotic as a whirlwind!

Although there is no concrete evidence at present, everything is still speculation.

but--

The likelihood of this happening is breathtakingly high!

If all of this is true...

This means that not only do beings in the Celestial Realm exist in this world, but there are also cultivators who truly surpass them!

Those immortals who transcend the mortal realm and are almost legendary are not fictions, but real beings that exist between heaven and earth.

They were simply too ignorant to realize it!

Even more astonishing is—

They had actually shared an inn with a real immortal!

He even exchanged a mere ten thousand taels of silver for the key to the path to immortality from the immortal!

The impact of such an encounter has far exceeded ordinary understanding!

Even though Yaoyue and Lianxing were well-informed and top-notch experts, at the half-step into the Profound Realm, they could not suppress the fear in their hearts at this moment!

That is reverence for the unknown, and a renewed understanding of the vastness of heaven and earth!

After a long silence, the two looked at the yellowed pages again, their eyes now burning with fervor.

Cultivation Techniques!

Unparalleled in the world, at this moment, there is only one "Herbal and Wood Manual"!

The Xiaoyaozi, who ranked fifth on the Nine Provinces Heavenly Ranking, reached the mid-stage of the Celestial Realm by relying on a cultivation technique called "Eternal Spring and Heavenly Power".

Although Yaoyue and Lianxing are exceptionally strong, they are still far from reaching the true peak level of the Nine Provinces Heavenly Ranking.

If they could learn the "Blazing Fire Technique", wouldn't their strength increase by leaps and bounds?

Perhaps, we might even get a glimpse of the legendary realm beyond the celestial beings?

As soon as this thought arose, a burning light ignited in the eyes of the two, and they grew even brighter.

however……

The two hesitated again when they thought of the cultivation methods in the "Blazing Fire Technique" that could not be explained by the common sense of martial arts.

After all, the way this offensive technique is practiced is completely different from traditional martial arts. From a martial arts perspective, some of the methods are tantamount to suicide...

Moreover, the "Blazing Fire Technique" is not an item explicitly rewarded by the Nine Provinces Heavenly Ranking; it is merely a suspected cultivation technique that they have deduced.

If anything goes wrong, at best you'll suffer from qi deviation, and at worst you'll have your meridians destroyed and all your power lost!

They may not be able to afford such a price.

Just as the two were hesitating, Ling Tian, ​​who was drinking sake with Li Dazui, Bai Zhantang and others in the courtyard downstairs, quietly raised the corners of his mouth in a smile.

His gaze swept lightly over Yaoyue and Lianxing on the second floor of the inn across the street, his eyes flickering slightly, as if there was a hint of amusement in them.

"Did you guess it?"

"Yaoyue and Lianxing are exceptionally intelligent, rare talents in the martial arts world. It is only natural that they could perceive the connection between the 'Grass and Wood Technique' and the 'Blazing Fire Technique'."

"But... I wonder if they have the courage to actually embark on this perilous path."

Whispering to himself, Ling Tian slowly raised his head, gazing at the radiant Nine Provinces Heavenly Ranking above the nine heavens, his smile deepening.

"This list is quite interesting."

"I gave the 'Blazing Fire Technique' to Lianxing, and it immediately gave Xiaoyaozi a 'Herbal and Wood Technique'..."

"Whoosh—whoosh—"

Just as Ling Tian was concentrating, a violent and intense heat wave suddenly erupted from the second floor of the inn opposite Yong'an Pawnshop, sweeping across the area like a raging tide.

In an instant, the temperature in Qixia Town soared, as if the air had been ignited!

Beiliang, on the second floor of the inn opposite Yong'an Pawnshop.

After a brief silence, Yaoyue's mind drifted to the countless astonishing masters on the Nine Provinces Heavenly Ranking.