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Chapter 132 Immortal Magic
"Wait a minute!"

Pei Tiannan questioned: "Master Chen, why did you hide your physique? You are suspected of cheating!"

"Master Pei is a martial saint, so you wouldn't know that the shape-changing mystical body will only be revealed slowly as your realm improves, right?"

Fang Qingyun explained: "When the leading officer was selected to pick him up, what he displayed was indeed the body of Nine Dragons.

"The most important thing is, shouldn't cheating be to lie about one's physique? For example, there are Sword Heart Body and Sword Body. If you don't distinguish them carefully, you may easily confuse them. The early stage of cultivation strength will not be too different. This method is used to cheat to get the A grade.

"How can you falsely report a poor physique? Isn't this asking for trouble?"

"伱!"

Pei Tiannan was speechless.

"..."

Cao Fan's expression was complicated.

On the one hand, he felt somewhat comforted that he did not lose to a mere Nine Dragon Body.

On the other hand, he really lost this time.

And he is shooting himself in the foot!

Originally, both of them could take it seriously.

I knew earlier...

"Master Commander."

Pei Tiannan wiped his face and said with a smile: "Otherwise, you still take two this year?"

"Xiao Pei, it doesn't matter if you fart."

Sun Xiangzong said calmly: "But with so many people watching, I can't learn from you."

"..."

Pei Tiannan's mouth twitched: "Master Commander, what you said makes sense!

Things have come to this point, how could he not understand.

They were short-sighted and couldn't tell the shape-changing mysterious body through the clothes, but Sun Xiangzong probably knew it as soon as the competition started!
I even gave them opportunities secretly, but they just didn't want them!

In this way, even if the Cao family knew the whole story, they would have nothing to say.

And the more noble one's status, the more one must abide by the rules, at least on the surface, because one has to do so in front of so many soldiers and maintain prestige.

"So insidious!"

Eunuch Hou was born in the imperial palace, so how could he not know how to play tricks on people? Previously, he was completely forced to think because of the opponent's military strength.

Now they realized that they had all been fooled, and the guy surnamed Sun was sure that they would not give in.

Fortunately in misfortune.

He is Chen Sanshi, and can be considered as His Majesty's man. If he really gets some magic in the future, he will most likely be willing to offer it to the court.

This man is loyal and righteous, so he will naturally remember your Majesty's kindness. After all, your Majesty is the first person who appreciated him and bestowed him with a title and medicine.

"Your Majesty really knows how to use people well!"

Eunuch Hou sighed.

"Sir, I have tried my best."

Sun Xiangzong walked over, patted him on the shoulder, and said in a friendly manner: "But there have been examples of inner sect members being promoted to the true teachings in the past years. You should encourage them!"

"Thank you... Master Commander for your advice!"

Cao Fan clasped his fists, his mind full of mixed thoughts, but his face remained respectful.

"Okay, let's all disperse."

Fang Qingyun pushed the wheelchair and said, "Junior brother, go back and take good care of your injuries. Come back for the initiation ceremony in seven days. I am the fourth brother, so you can just call me Fourth Senior Brother from now on."

Chen Sanshi nodded: "I understand, Fourth Brother."

"in addition."

Fang Qingyun said sternly: "Junior brother, after you win the championship, many people will come to you, some good and some bad, you have to judge for yourself."

"Thank you, senior brother, for reminding me."

Walk out of the military city.

Officials from all walks of life had been waiting here for a long time.

"Master Chen! Can you come to my humble abode and have a seat?"

"Sir, please come to the Crane Tower!"

"General Chen, I have a granddaughter who can be your concubine."

"..."

He was selected to win the championship and had the physique of a martial saint. If he were in the capital, he would be the top martial arts scholar.

This means that in time, even if he has a very poor understanding like Meng Guangxin, he will at least be a general in the Xuanxiang realm.

The commanders of the eight camps were all second-rank officials, and some who had made contributions even had first-rank titles. Naturally, many people wanted to curry favor with them.

Chen Sanshi declined them one by one.

He is not short of money, and these people have no way to provide him with resources, so there is no need to make friends with them for the time being.

Now that he has won the championship, Chen Sanshi has begun to plan in his mind the goals that need to be achieved step by step.

The first is, of course, to learn from a master. It would be best if you could learn the method to break through to the level of a martial saint. Who wouldn't want to see a bigger world? Of course, it's still a long way off.

Secondly, improve your strength as quickly as possible to the point of perfection in refining the internal organs, and then move on to transforming your energy.

In Liangzhou, the strength of Lian Zang alone is really not enough.

Not to mention that he has offended many people, all of whom are high-ranking officials and families, and are waiting to take his life. It's just that he dare not take action for the time being due to the rules.

But it is hard to say whether they can still hold back after the forward selection controversy is over.

Moreover, it seems that not all the eight battalions are of one mind.

Recalling the last duel, Chen Sanshi clearly felt that Cao Fan had some understanding of the Heyi Spear Technique, and perhaps someone had demonstrated it to him several times.

This is also normal. When dividing the family property, biological brothers will intrigue and fight to the death, not to mention fellow apprentices. It is normal to have their own thoughts. It would be weird if they all worked together.

Next, you need to be careful and take precautions.

Third, investigate the Wushen Cult and the black energy.

The purpose of the Wushen Cult's capturing warriors, including the blood sacrifice, is still unknown.

Why does the black mysterious energy appear on the warrior's body? Is it related to the poisonous beasts in the mountains?

We need to take our time with each step.

And more importantly, he is going to be a father.

After the selection was over, I finally had time to spend a few days with Sister Lan, and I could also visit the Taoist temple.

He was not interested in gods and Buddhas, but he was very interested in the gods and Buddhas worshipped by warriors.

On his way back on horseback, Chen Sanshi saw an acquaintance.

Wen Qiushi's father Wen Zhi.

This person was standing on the side of the road, looking at him with eyes covered with red spider webs. Even from more than ten feet away, he could sense murderous intent.

The aristocratic families, sects and gangs are going too far.

It’s no problem for their sons to bully you, or even kill you. If you dare to fight back or not beg for mercy, you will be in trouble!

Martial Saint, just be Martial Saint!
Chen Sanshi has nothing to be afraid of.

The more openly this guy stands here, the more it shows that he doesn't dare to take action and is just making threats.

"We still need to speed up our practice."

Just like in Poyang, one needs to reach the level of refining internal organs before being able to run rampant.

In Liangzhou, apart from Sun Xiangzong, one must be at least a Martial Saint.

The road ahead is long and difficult!

Before leaving, Fourth Senior Brother Fang Qingyun reminded him that someone would look for him.

Is it Wen Zhi, or someone else?
"The master is back~"

Siqin greeted her at the door.

After Chen Sanshi got off his horse, he went straight to the pharmacy.

He set aside a separate woodshed in the yard to use as a pharmacy, and asked Siqin Mohua to buy a lot of medicine according to the prescription. He personally boiled medicine for Lan Jie'er to nourish her body and improve her medical skills at the same time.

[Skills: Medical Skills. General (Proficient)]

【Progress: 291/1000】

"This skill is like studying. After reaching a certain level, the progress is extremely slow. You need to continue to learn more advanced medical skills."

After coming to Liangzhou, he not only gained a deeper understanding of martial arts, but also gained a new understanding of medical skills.

It is said that a truly powerful doctor can use "strength" or "energy" to assist in refining medicines, thereby reducing the "toxicity" of the medicines, allowing warriors to absorb more tonics in a shorter period of time.

This is the process of making precious medicine.

There are strict requirements on both the age of the medicinal materials and the doctor's techniques.

However, it is said that learning to use strength to extract medicine is also a skill that requires a lot of time to learn, and the benefits obtained are often not that great. Therefore, most of them are ordinary doctors, like Medical Officer Jiang and others. Only a few people who have no hope of breakthroughs but are interested in this are willing to do this.

Among the Liangzhou army, there are two precious medical officers at the Tongmai realm.

"Wait until the apprenticeship ceremony is over, and see if I can ask for your advice."

……

"Brother Shi, do you prefer a son or a daughter?"

Lying on the bed at night, Gu Xinlan hugged the man's arm and whispered.

"I want it all."

Chen Sanshi replied: "At least we need a son and a daughter, right?"

Gu Xinlan asked, "What if we keep giving birth to boys or girls?"

"Then have more children."

"I'm not Cheng Mu... Um, Shi Ge'er, where are you going to put your hands? I'm pregnant, I can't. Have you forgotten?"

"I know, I don't do anything."

"clatter--"

"what!"

Suddenly, a scream was heard in the front yard.

Siqin!

Chen Sanshi grabbed the bow and arrow on the wall and the spear in the corner and rushed out: "What's going on?"

"Master, there is someone!"

Siqin pointed at the eaves with a trembling voice and said, "Someone was standing there just now, throwing something into the yard."

"boom!"

The blood of dragon and elephant instantly flowed through his body, and with the help of [Light as a Swallow], Chen Sanshi jumped onto the eaves of the house and saw from afar a figure running away in the night.

After he confirmed that there was a whistling arrow in the quiver on his waist, he let go and chased after him.

So many people have died in Liangzhou recently, so naturally the security is very tight.

No matter what realm the person in front is at, as long as he shoots a whistling arrow into the sky, a large number of city guards will immediately come to encircle and suppress him.

Chen Sanshi's speed was not slower than the other party, but the other party was too far ahead and had been staying hundreds of steps away. He was also very familiar with the geographical topography of Liangzhou City. It didn't take long for him to disappear around a corner without a trace.

"who?!"

He stood on the eaves, lost in thought.

It doesn't look like the Wushen Cult, but who else could it be?

Cao Fan and the others?

It doesn't look like either.

This man was quite skilled in martial arts, and he probably let Siqin find him on purpose. He didn't hurt anyone after being exposed, which meant he had no ill intentions. However, invading a mansion without knowing his identity was a huge offense!

"People are here!"

His wife was still at home, so Chen Sanshi didn't dare to chase her too far and planned to go back immediately. Then another figure appeared under the moonlight.

Wen Zhi, the owner of Pi Yue Villa, flew over, dragging a man in black.

"you……"

Chen Sanshi looked at the man in black, then at Wen Zhi, and quickly figured it out.

This mortal enemy, the Martial Saint.

It seems like she is guarding the door for him or acting as his bodyguard?!

"You can't die now. If you die, Sun will come after me!"

When Wen Zhi spoke, his eyes turned red and purple, and his teeth were chattering.

Not long after he returned with his son's body, he heard about the result of Xuanfeng winning the championship. He felt a sense of despair in his heart. Being a true disciple meant that it would be even more impossible to touch him easily.

Especially at this critical juncture.

Or.

Anyone can come and kill Chen Sanshi, but he can't do it recently!

"..."

Chen Sanshi didn't know what to say for a moment.

Is the commander-in-chief's deterrent power so great?

Right.

Ning Changqun's death was witnessed by 100,000 people.

Blood training might not be that scary, but the Martial Saint would definitely be afraid, and very afraid.

The two men came down from the roof to the ground.

Wen Zhi pointed at the man in black and asked in a trembling voice: "Why did he want to kill you!"

"do not know."

Chen Sanshi said frankly.

"Don't know? How many people have you offended?"

Wen Zhi slapped the man in black, who spurted blood and screamed.

He felt better now. "This man has only reached the Perfection of Refining Internal Organs, and I have severely injured him. What should I do with him? Should I kill him or leave him to you?"

After thinking for a moment, Chen Sanshi said, "Leave it to me."

"Humph!"

Wen Zhi threw the half-dead man in black over like he was throwing away garbage.

He shouted at the young general's back: "Chen Sanshi, I will kill you!"

"Master Wen."

Chen Sanshi stopped and suddenly said, "Do you feel wronged?"

Wen Zhi was startled.

"Your son wants to kill me. Am I just going to be a fish on the chopping board? Let me tell you something."

Chen Sanshi had a blank expression on his face: "If a son is not taught well, it is the fault of the father."

"You, you mean, is it my fault?!"

Wen Zhi was unconvinced and said, "Then I will kill you too. I want to fight you fairly to see who is better and to decide life or death! Aren't you a shape-changing mysterious body? I will wait until you break through to the Martial Saint!"

"it is good."

Chen Sanshi promised: "If Master Wen really has this intention, I will go on the ring with you then."

"The child does not teach, the father too……"

Wen Zhi stood in the night breeze, silently savoring these words.

He knew very well that it was his son who was in trouble first.

But if the blood feud is not avenged, the thoughts will be difficult to understand!

A fair duel is one that the other party agrees to.

At that time, even if he was beaten to death in the ring, Sun Xiangzong would have nothing to say!

"I am alone in refining my internal organs, and I am in a life-and-death situation with the Martial Saint."

Chen Sanshi felt helpless and carried the man in black back home.

"master……"

Siqin Mohua had been guarding the door, her face pale with fright.

Chen Sanshi asked, "You just said that you threw something into the yard?"

"Uh-huh."

Siqin brought a piece of letter with a stone tied to it.

"Okay, don't alarm the lady, tell her everything is fine, and go to bed early."

After Chen Sanshi finished his instructions, he went to the woodshed.

He tied up the unconscious man in black with ropes, then took off his mask, revealing a handsome face underneath. He looked about the same age as Siqin Mohua.

"And a woman?"

Chen Sanshi looked at the other party's smooth sailing and was really surprised.

He picked up the arrow and used it as a dagger. He first cut the tendons of the man in black's hands and feet. After making sure that the man could not move, he applied medicine to stop the bleeding and saved his life. Finally, he sat down beside him and waited quietly.

He wanted the person back for a reason.

because……

He saw a hint of green and mysterious energy from this person!
That's right.

Exactly the same energy as that in Sun Xiangzong's body.

It's just that it's so faint that you can't even see it if you don't look carefully, and it's easy to overlook it.

If I have to describe it, it's probably the difference between the bright moon and a firefly.

That's why Chen Sanshi decided to bring him back to find out the truth.

Moreover, the other party was almost beaten to death, which means that this tiny amount of Qingxuan Qi was not enough for her to save her life, otherwise she would have used it long ago.

Of course, to be on the safe side, it is better to discard it first.

"Is there really a way to absorb Qingxuan Qi?"

Chen Sanshi believes that this is definitely not a coincidence.

He wasn't sure whether he could get any glimpse of the matter after becoming the disciple.

If you don't understand the person in front of you, you can take him to the Governor's Mansion.

He took out the letter and opened it, finding only a few words inside.

"General Chen, please come to Hongxiu Tower in three days."

"Red Sleeve Tower?"

Chen Sanshi recalled the name, it seemed to be a very famous brothel in Liangzhou.

What do you ask him to do?
He didn't invite him before, but came to him after he won the championship. It was obvious that he had some ulterior motive.

...

About two or three hours later.

The woman in black gradually woke up.

Then she cried.

Chen Sanshi shouted, "Shut up!"

The woman cried even harder.

"I told you to shut up!"

"Keng——"

Chen Sanshi drew out the Zhenyue Sword and pressed it against the opponent's neck.

The woman in black finally calmed down, but she still couldn't stop twitching.

"who are you?"

Chen Sanshi warned: "I don't have the patience to ask a second time."

"Looking for the Immortal Tower..."

The woman sobbed: "It hurts, it hurts..."

"Xunxian Tower?"

Chen Sanshi recalled the records in "Records of Sects in the World".

A mysterious sect, passed down for thousands of years, just to find the traces of immortals.

"Why did you come to me?"

"My master asked me to come..." The woman in black felt extremely aggrieved: "I just delivered a letter. Why did you treat me like this?"

"nonsense!"

Chen Sanshi said coldly: "Why don't you send the letter through the front door?"

"Because we are mysterious." The woman in black answered as a matter of course.

What the hell is the reason?

Chen Sanshi asked, "Why did you ask me to go to Hongxiu Tower?"

"I don't know. I don't know anything. I just came to deliver a letter. I have no ill intentions..."

The woman in black was terrified and unable to move. Her teeth were chattering as she spoke: "I only know that it seems to be related to the magic. Please let me go. I beg you, wuwuwu..."

"Immortal magic?"

Chen Sanshi was silent.

You can't not believe what she says, but you can't believe it completely either.

It can be judged that there is indeed no malicious intent.

But he had no guilt.

What kind of good person would choose to visit you in the middle of the night wearing a nightgown?

He was lucky not to be beaten to death by the Martial Saint Wen Zhi. Having his tendons cut out could only be considered a small punishment for the offense, and a light one at that. Otherwise, his house would probably become a vegetable market in the future.

Besides, if this girl is really from Xunxian Tower, this injury can definitely be cured.

Not even to the point of killing.

Xunxian Tower is mysterious and unpredictable.

Chen Sanshi is not strong enough, so there is no need to offend him to death. As for whether to go to the appointment or not, let's talk about it after the apprenticeship ceremony.

Thinking of this, he said, "You can go now."

"Woooooooo..."

The woman in black just cried.

Chen Sanshi reacted and realized that the person was temporarily disabled by him. Without the precious medicine to treat him, he would be paralyzed for a long time.

After thinking it over, he carried the woman on his back and went out again.

The woman said with resentment, "Just send me to Hongxiu Tower."

Today is truly the unluckiest day in her life.

How could I meet the Martial Saint when I was just delivering a letter?

This guy didn't even ask any questions and just stabbed her so many times. He was so cruel and vicious. He was not the hero who carried people across the river as rumored or the good man. He was just a bad person.

Fortunately, the other party did not dare to kill her. It seems that the reputation of Xunxian Tower is still very useful.

"Wait, where are you sending me?"

"..."

The woman, who had just breathed a sigh of relief, suddenly realized that the direction was wrong: "This is not the way to Hongxiu Tower."

The man carrying her ran very fast, and the street scenes on both sides changed rapidly and moved backwards.

About half an hour later, a mansion appeared in front of them. On a black plaque were written three large characters - Governor's Mansion.

The private residence of Sun Xiangzong.

It was the hour of Mao when the sky in the east began to turn pale.

Unexpectedly, as the first person in the North who controlled the military and political affairs during the war, there were no patrolling soldiers, and there was not even a gatekeeper in front of the gate, only two huge stone lions.

"You, what are you going to do?"

The woman struggled desperately: "Let me go, let me go! You bastard, bastard!"

Chen Sanshi originally planned to throw it directly onto the street.

But on second thought, I decided to send it to the Governor's Mansion.

Although he was not killed, he was severely injured by Wen Zhi after all, which was considered an offense. Who knows if the other party will change his attitude.

In addition, Xunxianlou came after Xuanfeng, which meant it must be related to Sun Xiangzong. Add to that the Qingxuan Qi, he was afraid that the water was too deep and he, a mere Lianzang, could not grasp it.

What's more, it can't be concealed.

It would be fine if only two people knew about it. Even Master Wen has seen it, so it is not a secret.

"Bang bang bang!"

Chen Sanshi knocked on the door.

After a while, a servant yawned and opened the door. He asked sleepily, "Who are you looking for?"

"My name is Chen Sanshi."

Chen Sanshi introduced himself and said, "I want to see the commander-in-chief."

"It's Master Chen. Wait a moment."

The servant had apparently also heard of this year's leading forward.

He turned and went in to report.

About a cup of tea later, the servant came back pushing the wheelchair.

"Junior brother, Master is still resting. Tell me what you want to say."

Fang Qingyun looked at the blood-stained woman on his shoulder and asked in confusion: "What are you doing..."

"Fourth senior brother."

Chen Sanshi threw the man to the ground and briefly described what had happened before: "I don't know exactly what happened, I'll leave it to you."

"Xunxian Tower?"

Fang Qingyun said with great interest: "I haven't seen you for many years, I didn't expect to find you so soon.

"Don't worry about it, little brother. Just leave her here. They won't dare to look for you again. Master is busy lately and can't see you for the time being. Wait until after the apprenticeship ceremony."

"Thank you, Fourth Brother."

Chen Sanshi bowed and said goodbye.

After he took a few steps, he turned around and took a last look at the green and mysterious aura on the woman that was like a firefly.

It seems that Commander Sun is not the only one in the world who has the method to absorb the Qingxuan Qi. Xunxianlou has probably also figured out some tricks, but they are relatively crude, so crude that they are almost useless. At least they have no effect on the woman in black.

Chen Sanshi's internal injuries were still aching, and he was too lazy to keep walking, so he called Qianxun, who was still sleeping at home, to come and pick him up.

On the way back, he saw Master Wen sitting in a tea stall at the corner of the street at the end of the mansion, having not slept all night.

'Is this the gate that has been guarding me all night?'

"Chen Sanshi!"

Wen Zhifa asked: "Who is the man in black? Which sect does he belong to? Why does he want to kill you? Tell me everything quickly!"

"Don't worry about it, Master Wen."

Chen Sanshitou said without replying.

"You think I want to take care of it!"

Wen Zhi stood up suddenly.

At least within a few days after the draft, if this guy died, he would never be able to wash himself clean even if he jumped into the Yellow River.

"I've sent the person to the Governor's Mansion. If Master Wen wants to know, go and ask."

Chen Sanshi whipped Qianxun, who was a little grumpy, with a horsewhip and hurried away.

"Too deceiving!"

Wen Zhi roared and smashed the table in front of him to pieces.

"You, you..." the boss accused in horror, "I'm going to the Governor's Mansion to file a complaint!"

"Shut up, I'll pay you back!"

"..."

……

Chen Sanshi spent two days healing his internal injuries with the healing medicine given by Ninth Senior Sister, and then continued to practice, hoping to break through to the perfection of internal organ refining before the end of this month.

There is indeed a world of difference between small success and perfection.

If he could also burst into blood, why would it be so difficult for him to deal with Cao Fan?

[Kung Fu: Unified Spear Technique (Minor Success)]

【Progress: 829/2000】

The higher one's martial arts realm goes, the slower the improvement rate will naturally be. Even the body of a Martial Saint is no exception. Otherwise, so many people would not be stuck in a certain realm.

Linghe deserves half the credit for the current speed.

If outsiders knew about this, they would surely be amazed at the rapid improvement.

But Chen Sanshi was still not satisfied.

It’s not that I’m greedy, but it’s really not enough.

With so many people like Cao Fan, Xunxian Tower and Piyue Villa watching him, he can't always rely on the protection of the Eight Battalions and the commander-in-chief to survive. After all, even gods can't cope with so many tasks at once.

Not to mention, they are very busy on weekdays.

The reason why the captains of each camp have gathered together recently is simply because the war has just ended and they need to rest and select forwards.

It is estimated that they will be dispersed to various places in the three northwestern states in the near future.

Ultimately, you still have to rely on yourself.

"The development level of Xianbao is really too low!"

Chen Sanshi's use of the strange fire was just like a primitive man who had just learned how to use fire. He burned all the spiritual herbs he ate into ashes directly, and no one knew how much essence was wasted.

It would be great if we could find a container that could withstand the temperature of the strange fire.

Tried the iron skillet...

Xuanbing!

He suddenly remembered the Xuanbing mentioned by Sun Buqi. The metal used to make the Xuanbing was able to transmit strength, and its quality must be extraordinary, which could be seen from the Zhenyue Sword.

If there is a container made by the Xuanbing, even if it cannot withstand the temperature of the strange fire 100%, it can be used as a consumable.

Among the eight camps, there are doctors at the Tongmai level, and the containers they use may be those made by Xuanbing.

Of course, this is just speculation at this point.

If that doesn't work...

There is only hunting.

After much thought, Chen Sanshi decided that the only way to speed up his cultivation was to rely on his old skills.

There was no shortage of precious medicines and spiritual herbs, and the saber-toothed tiger meat was almost finished.

Only by continuing to hunt exotic beasts can the speed of cultivation be increased faster.

It's just right, and I can also find an opportunity to find out whether there is any connection between the poisonous beasts in the mountains and the black air on Zhang Huaimin's body. This may also be related to some kind of magic, and it looks even more exaggerated in terms of expression.

Open up the meridians and directly cross over to the mysterious realm!

Chen Sanshi was lost in thought. After practicing the He Yi Gun Technique twice more, he put down his weapon, went back to his bedroom to change into clean clothes, and then went out with Gu Xinlan to Ciyu Temple.

Since she became pregnant, Gu Xinlan has often prayed for the child's safety.

This is her first time being a mother, so it is normal for her to be nervous. If visiting the Taoist temple can comfort her, that would naturally be a good thing.

Mr. and Mrs. Xu Bin were also waiting in the yard early.

On the road.

Xu Bin talked about Ciyun Temple: "General, after we came to Liangzhou, we had a lot of free time on weekdays, so I wandered around a lot. I even visited Ciyun Temple twice. It was very popular. Not only ordinary people, but also many martial artists like to go there."

"Brother Bin, ordinary people like to worship gods and Buddhas to seek comfort. I can understand that, but why do those warriors like to burn incense and worship?"

Chen Sanshi felt that there was only one possibility: "Could it be that they would provide good medicine to warriors?"

As a woman, Tong definitely wouldn't understand these things, so it was useless to ask before.

"Your Excellency guessed correctly."

Xu Bin replied, "If pilgrims are willing to pay thirty taels of silver, they can get a bowl of 'nourishing spirit soup' made with a secret recipe. It is said that drinking it will calm your mind and greatly help you practice martial arts. But it's really expensive."

"No wonder."

Chen Sanshi became interested.

Ciyu Temple is located outside the south gate of Liangzhou, in Wangyun Mountain, 30 miles away. To reach the top of the mountain, you need to climb dozens of miles of mountain roads.

"Are you tired, Sister Lan? Let me carry you."

"How can the boss carry someone on his back?..."

Gu Xinlan didn't say a word before her feet were empty and she climbed on the strong back. She hurriedly grabbed the neck to prevent herself from falling.

"I'm not carrying you, I'm carrying the child!"

The weight of over 100 kilograms was almost nothing to Chen Sanshi.

Along the way, he indeed saw many people practicing martial arts.

Some even came over to greet him.

Gu Xinlan had heard about it to some extent: "Brother Shi, you are so famous."

"Brother Bin, please continue."

Chen Sanshi asked: "Tell me about the origin of Ciyun Temple and the cultivation level of the Taoists there."

“It is said that when the Great Sheng Dynasty was founded, the Ciyun Temple was already there, and it has always been very popular, but there are not many warriors at a high level. For hundreds of years, only the current temple master has reached the level of Hua Jin Perfection and is about to break through to the Tongmai level.”

Xu Bin explained: "The highest level among the others is Hua Jin, so Ciyun Temple has always been considered a third-rate sect. Unless you are a local, you may not have even heard of it."

In summary, there are unique skills, but no masters.

Of course, for Chen Sanshi at present, Hua Jin or Tong Mai are also considered to be masters.

When they arrived outside the mountain gate, a middle-aged man in a white robe came up to greet them: "Master Chen, congratulations, you won the first place in the selection. You will soon become the disciple of Master Sun. You have a bright future!"

Chen Sanshi recalled that this person was standing with Wen Zhi at the time. He clasped his fists and said politely, "Is this Master Shao from the Tongxuan Sword Sect? I am honored to be here."

Even the Martial Saint came here in person, but he still didn't know how beneficial this medicine was.

"You are so polite. I am just a commoner. How can I accept the courtesy of an official appointed by the imperial court?"

Shao Yujing smiled and said, "Master Chen is here for the nourishing soup, right?"

"Exactly."

Chen Sanshi said frankly: "Even Sect Master Shao came in person, so the effect must be extraordinary."

"Haha, the Yang Shen Soup is indeed a good thing. Every time I drink it, I can calm my mind and spirit. It is the only good medicine in the whole Liangzhou."

Shao Yujing made a gesture of invitation: "Master Chen, please follow me. You will know once you try."

Chen Sanshi looked towards the main hall and asked, "Don't you need to burn incense first?"

"It's still not too late to burn incense when you leave."

Shao Yujing smiled and said, "Master Qiu Mingzi, the abbot, is in the pharmacy next door making a nourishing soup. It's just the right time to go there now. If you miss it, you'll have to wait several more hours."

"In that case, thank you very much, Senior."

Chen Sanshi signaled Xu Bin and the others to follow.

After crossing the mountain gate, the group headed east and came to a large courtyard. They saw medicinal herbs drying on the ground and Qiu Mingzi sitting in front of the stove boiling medicine.

In front of him, there was a dark silver cauldron. The furnace underneath was specially made. The burning flames were so strong that they were about to engulf the entire cauldron.

Qiu Mingzi's hands burst out with a force invisible to the naked eye, forcibly isolating the flames, and then struck the furnace regularly, making a dull "buzzing" sound.

"Strength-tempering medicine?"

Chen Sanshi never thought that he would see him here first.

"Master Chen also understands this?"

Shao Yujing said: "This is a technical job. Even for me, it will take a lot of time to learn it. And this tripod is also made of black iron for making black weapons. This one is worth three thousand taels."

While the two were talking, Qiu Mingzi shouted loudly and slammed his hands on the furnace, making a sound like ringing a bell.

A young Taoist priest immediately stepped forward and poured the prepared cold water, putting out the fire as quickly as possible.

"呲呲-"

In an instant, white smoke filled the air.

Qiu Mingzi carried the furnace to the pavilion next to him, and then came back to greet the few people: "Blessings and infinite heavenly master, I greet the two donors."

"Master, you and I are acquaintances, there is no need to be so polite."

As Shao Yujing spoke, he introduced Chen Sanshi beside him and they exchanged a few polite words.

Qiu Mingzi served them each a bowl of nourishing soup.

[Nourishing Spirit Soup: After taking it, you can calm your mind and concentrate, which will help you achieve a breakthrough in your cultivation. 】

Chen Sanshi was able to easily decipher not only the efficacy of the medicine, but also the formula and production method. He only needed to wait until it reached the state of transformation before he could make the medicine himself.

After he confirmed that there was no problem, he drank the medicine and asked Xu Bin for a bowl as well.

Thirty taels of silver.

It is nothing for Chen Sanshi, but it is still extremely expensive for Xu Bin and others. They probably came here just to pray and probably were reluctant to take the medicine.

Moreover, this thing doesn't seem to be very helpful in improving one's cultivation. It mainly helps one to keep calm, which is even better than the Sage Mode!
This state would indeed help in making a breakthrough in cultivation, but it was of no use to him.

Chen Sanshi exclaimed: "Master Qiu Mingzi's method of strengthening the medicine is really wonderful. I am really enlightened today!"

"You are too kind, benefactor. The secret method was passed down by our ancestors. I am still far from mastering it."

"Real person."

Chen Sanshi put his hand on the furnace and said, "To be honest, I have also studied medicine a little bit. After I transform my energy, I also want to learn how to quench my energy. I just lack a furnace. I wonder if you can give me one?
"Oh, I will give five thousand taels of incense money to the master later."

"How can I refuse such a sincere donor?"

Qiu Mingzi immediately said, "There are indeed a few more in Luding Temple. Before we go down the mountain, send someone to bring one to Lord Chen."

"Thank you, Masato."

Chen Sanshi stroked the cauldron, feeling the unique touch, and wondered if it could really withstand the burning of the strange fire.

No problem, forget it. It’s only five thousand taels of silver.

"Master Chen is a little disappointed. Do you think the nourishing soup is just so-so?"

Shao Yujing seemed to have guessed his thoughts: "This thing is good, but it really does not improve the cultivation level much. But what we want is peace of mind. Only by calming down can we have an epiphany!

“Alas… Speaking of which, it has been more than ten years since Shao broke through the Martial Saint realm, but until today, he has been unable to reach a higher threshold, which makes him even more eager to break through through the perception of the state of mind.

“Ciyun Temple holds a preaching conference every month, and many warriors from Liangzhou come.

“I have benefited a lot from listening to the teachings over the past few years. If I keep going, maybe I will be able to attain enlightenment one day!

"If Master Chen is interested, we can join you next time."

Chen Sanshi understood the other party's psychology.

If normal avenues don't work, you'll inevitably turn to other avenues.

"I really envy Master Chen~"

Shao Yujing said with emotion: "At such a young age, he can become the true disciple of Master Sun. He is the goal that all martial saints in the world aspire to all their lives. In the future, Master Chen is likely to see a bigger world."

Chen Sanshi said, "Master Shao, I haven't even officially entered the sect yet. I'm still refining my internal organs. How dare I ask for these?"

After drinking the nourishing soup, the two went to the main hall to burn incense together.

There is a constant stream of pilgrims coming and going, and the entire Taoist temple is bustling from inside to outside. The scent of sandalwood comes from all directions and you can't escape it.

After all, it is a place where even martial saints come to worship, so it is easy for ordinary martial artists to follow suit. When these people of noble status come, ordinary people naturally think that it is effective and good.

Inside the main hall, there is a statue of Tianzun, and it is also the place where all pilgrims must worship.

The Infinite Heavenly Lord who saves people from suffering.

It is similar to the Taoist name in the previous life. It is not actually a god, but it has the same purpose.

Gu Xinlan had already prepared the tribute and placed the incense in front of the door in advance.

After lighting three sandalwood sticks, she came before the statue and bowed in respect. Then, according to the rules, she lit the three incense sticks in the middle first, then the left and right, ensuring that the heights of the three sticks were consistent. Finally, she knelt down to pay homage.

It was at this time.

A faint purple breath flew out from Gu Xinlan's head and drifted towards an incense burner in front of the altar. The incense burner absorbed the breath and burst out with dazzling purple light, then returned to calm after a moment.

Chen Sanshi's pupils trembled violently.

He did the same to the rest of the people.

As long as the people worship with sincerity, a purple aura will emanate from their bodies, which will then float into the incense burner.

what is this?
The smell of incense?
Ever since he learned that there was a magical method that could break through to the level of Martial Saint, Chen Sanshi had been very receptive and was not too shocked when he saw the smell of incense.

But the problem is...

Shouldn't incense be offered to statues of gods?
how……

Sucked into the incense burner on the altar!

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