The Great Martial Saint!

Chapter 760 Hidden Prodigy, Seven Kills Perfected (Question: What does Little Heavenly Luo call Chen Ping'an? Fellow Daoist, please answer.)
hum~
A flowing, icy light emanated from Xuan Yue Li, whose hair was disheveled. With an indifferent expression, she slowly opened her eyes.

Above the grotto, the weather dissipated.

Xuan Yue Li slowly rose to her feet, her silver hair falling down, her eyes like a clear moon reflected in a cold pool.

Despite the twists and turns, the realm of heaven and man has finally been stabilized.

She possesses a precious physique with a solid foundation, so she doesn't need to spend too much time consolidating her realm. Upon breaking through, she can completely stabilize her realm by absorbing the surrounding energy.

What should have been a perfectly smooth process turned out to be quite unexpected.

Before going into seclusion, she set up protective barriers and made preparations in advance, but in the end she still couldn't escape, and someone interfered and took advantage of the loophole.

She was highly skilled in the art of enchantment. Although she was a Grandmaster, she had previously set up enchantment techniques that would be difficult for even a celestial being to detect if they were careless.

With multiple measures, they can keep the fake Celestials out.

In such remote and desolate places, even grandmasters are rare, let alone celestial beings or pseudo-celestial beings.

But unexpectedly, she actually encountered such a coincidence.

Was it intentional, or just a coincidence?

Xuan Yue Li's silver hair flowed freely, and under the icy light, her beauty was even more stunning.

The newcomer was extraordinary. Although he was a Grandmaster, his combat prowess was so great that he was almost superhuman.

"Treasured treasures, external martial arts techniques, bloodline."

A slight ripple appeared in Xuan Yue Li's indifferent gaze as she speculated about the other party's identity.

To be able to defy the heavens and earth with the power of a Grandmaster, such combat strength is rare, not to mention the geniuses on the Hidden Dragon Ranking, even if the age limit is removed and the entire age group is considered, there are very few people like this.

Given the opponent's exceptional talent and combat prowess, the fact that no rumors have been left behind strongly suggests that he is a reclusive successor who has only recently emerged into the world.

Whoosh!
With a flash of light, a black banner landed in Xuan Yue Li's hand.

This banner was left behind by the enemy when they fled. It was a top-tier divine weapon that was nothing special in terms of power.

Xuan Yue Li's eyes were indifferent as she examined the object in front of her.

Her silver dress was tattered, but it couldn't conceal her natural beauty; her slender figure exuded a cool elegance. A piece of the hem of the silver dress was torn off, revealing her delicate, fair legs, as smooth and white as cold jade.

hum~
A shimmering, icy light appeared before Xuan Yue Li.

The black banner still retains the other party's aura, which was captured using a secret method for identification.

Xuan Yue Li looked at the object in front of her calmly for a while before putting it away.

She wouldn't even look at a top-tier divine weapon of ordinary quality, but its aura was of great use.

In the previous battle, she forced her opponent to retreat, causing them to flee in panic.

But she knew that she had actually lost.

The aura of breaking through to the next realm has not yet dissipated, and it is suppressed with secret techniques, thus the extraordinary nature of the precious body is not manifest. The realm is not yet solidified, and the precious treasures and divine weapons have not yet been refined with the divine soul, making them ineffective in combat.

But whatever the reason, when it comes down to it, she is the one who lost.

If it weren't for the protective foundation that intimidated the opponent, the outcome of this battle would have been uncertain.

As for her, it remains to be seen; that would be the ultimate expression of defeat.

Since she began her cultivation journey, she has never been defeated in her cultivation of the same realm, and her constant victories against adversity are nothing out of the ordinary.

When he was in the Inner Qi Realm in the past, his body was not yet extraordinary, but he could fight against Xuan Guang with his killing methods.

At the Profound Light Realm, one can be ranked among the Dragon and Tiger, and be on par with Grandmasters.

Once she reaches the Jade Balance Realm, with her profound cultivation and protective techniques, she can rival a Grandmaster.

At the Grandmaster level, with numerous techniques and a divine body, one can even contend with celestial beings. Upon reaching the peak of the Grandmaster level, one can even suppress and kill celestial beings.

For her, such achievements are the norm.

But now.
She, at the Celestial Realm, fought against a Grandmaster of Martial Arts, yet she was so exhausted.

Although she had just broken through to a higher realm and her cultivation was not yet solidified, she was undoubtedly a whole major realm higher. Although she hadn't used her divine soul power to refine a powerful divine weapon, thus failing to unleash her full killing potential, her opponent...
That's exactly right.

She suppressed her aura with a secret technique, concealing her divine body's extraordinary abilities, but her opponent also lacked such abilities! In this battle, although she had many disadvantages, strictly speaking, in terms of cultivation techniques, external objects, and realm of cultivation, she was the one with the advantage.

Under these circumstances, the result is still uncertain!
In fact, if it weren't for the precious Ice Jade Hairpin protecting her, she might not have been able to escape after falling into the enemy's hands during the previous battle.

Given the opponent's physical strength and constitution, their body is like a furnace; if she cannot escape, then...
Xuan Yue Li's eyes were cold and clear, her expression slightly complicated.

The memory of that intense heat, confinement, and restraint remains vivid to this day.

She didn't care about losing valuable treasures; they could be replaced.

She had miraculous healing medicine for her injuries, so she didn't care.

The result of the battle
Without a doubt, this was an extremely serious blow to her Dao heart.

To fight a Grandmaster-level opponent while only at the Celestial Realm level and still end up like this—what would the outcome be if they were at the same level?

Physical injuries are easy to heal, but how can one heal one's state of mind?
As her emotions shifted, a ripple appeared in Xuan Yue Li's clear, glassy eyes.

The biggest turning point in this battle was when the Ice Mirror revealed the opponent's face.

She seemed a little dazed, which revealed a flaw in her demeanor.

Seizing the opportunity, the other party quickly closed in and took her under their control.

During the process, there were invisible ripples, like the colors of a dream. Looking back now, she wondered if the other party had used some secret technique or some precious treasure to make her lose her senses.

But her distraction wasn't solely due to the interference of her soul. The most crucial factor was the face reflected in the icy mirror.

She had seen that face before.

On the very day the Patriarch passed away. Before his passing, the Patriarch used his life's cultivation to deduce the secrets of heaven and glimpsed a trace of destiny in the darkness.

Xuan Yue Li's eyes trembled slightly, and her expression became increasingly complicated.

Destiny and fate, celestial divination, the icy and mysterious hexagrams—some people…
Destined to be entangled for life.

Amidst the rolling mountains and lush greenery, beneath an inconspicuous rock face, a figure sits with eyes closed.

After an unknown amount of time, the figure exhaled a long breath and slowly opened its eyes.

This figure was none other than Chen Ping'an, who was recuperating from his injuries.

Three days have passed since the battle at the grotto.

Three days have passed, and the other party has not pursued him, so he should be safe for the time being.

During his escape, he repeatedly checked himself but found no unusual aura or tracking marks.

Martial arts cultivation, once it reaches a certain level, especially for high-level cultivators, involves a wide variety of techniques that are difficult to defend against.

Tracking marks and scent guidance are just common methods. More advanced methods can use scent as a guide, lock onto an array, and locate targets from a distance.

These methods are extremely mysterious and difficult to defend against.

If one is not careful, one will fall into the other party's trap.

In such situations, the higher one's cultivation level, the more cautious and vigilant one must be.

Chen Ping'an's thoughts shifted as he reviewed everything.

In the past few days, while recovering from his injuries, he has been reviewing and analyzing the incident, correcting any mistakes, and checking if any flaws were revealed in the battle.

After much deliberation, no obvious flaws were found.

The only potential risk of being exposed was if he activated the Golden Illusion Armor to protect himself during his escape. However, at that time, he possessed a divine bloodline ability, which allowed him to conceal himself with his qi and blood, and given the distance, his opponent might not have been able to detect him.

Even if one could sense it, it might not be possible to deduce that the treasure robe he was wearing was the Golden Illusion Treasure Robe.

Based on a comprehensive analysis, the possibility of his/her identity being exposed should be low.

Of all the previous events, the most likely moment to expose his identity was when the other party used the icy mirror to reflect his background.

That icy, cold mirror seemed to have the power to see through disguises and reveal the true nature of things.

but
In actual testing, it seems that this function still has limitations.

When the opponent activated the Ice Light Mirror, he activated the Dream Pearl, revealing the first layer of the pearl's divine power.

It has the effect of bewitching the spirit, thus confusing the mind of the opponent.

Meanwhile, he had made prior preparations, activating the Black Profound Iron Mask, its unique and extraordinary ability to realistically simulate reality.

As for the object of the simulation, it was naturally the wisp of aura that had previously been imprinted into the Black Iron Mask.

This wisp of aura was captured when the chains of the Illusionary Dream Pearl were broken during its initial refinement.

The Demon Lord's Secret Treasure, the Purple-Eyed Demon Lord, and the Dream Pearl
If this is the case, then the owner of this aura is probably...
Chen Ping'an's gaze sharpened, unsure whether using this new alias in the real simulation would be a blessing or a curse for him.

However, given the circumstances at the time, he had no other choice.

Unless he is willing to reveal his true background to the other party.

This is obviously something that doesn't even need to be considered.

At that time, it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that the two were mortal enemies. In the heat of battle, either of them would have seized any opportunity to kill the other without hesitation.

Speaking of this, it really is...
Thinking of this, Chen Ping'an couldn't help but smile bitterly, his expression extremely helpless.

Strictly speaking, in this matter, the one at fault is him, solely in terms of right and wrong.

However, this is under the premise of a comprehensive perspective and an objective review afterward. If we consider the situation beforehand, with limited information, no one would think that what he did was wrong.

Like in biographical novels, there are many accounts of traveling through mountains and encountering secluded places, blessed lands, and caves. In such cases, most cultivators would choose to go and take a look.

If someone has sufficient strength and resources, even if others have already set foot there, they will more or less go over to take a look.

When an opportunity presents itself, no one would be willing to give it up so easily.

Such motives are beyond reproach.

However, in terms of the outcome, this matter has clearly deviated significantly.

What he encountered was not some blessed land or secret cave, but rather someone who was cultivating in seclusion there, breaking through to a higher realm.

This is completely different from what was previously expected.

Most importantly, the timing was simply not good. The opponent's realm had been broken, but it was not yet stable.

Under these circumstances, Chen Ping'an had no desire to continue fighting and only wanted to retreat.

But the opponent reacted incredibly quickly and used extremely ruthless methods, freezing the cave and completely cutting off his escape route.

From the other party's perspective, they were in seclusion cultivating when an external enemy attacked. The intruder's identity and background were completely unknown, but their hostility was clear. They broke through the layers of defenses and spiritual restrictions they had prepared beforehand.

Timely counterattacks are the norm in spiritual practice.

In this situation, you won't believe anything the other party says. What they say isn't important; what matters is their actions.

In terms of actions, invasion and disturbance constitute the enmity of obstructing one's path.

Those who obstruct the way are mortal enemies!
In this situation, the two sides have a complete information asymmetry. As the conflict escalates, the tactics become more aggressive, and the fighting gradually intensifies until it becomes a life-or-death battle with no room for discernment.

"We fought a battle for no reason, which stemmed from misjudgment, overconfidence, greed, blind arrogance, ignoring risks, rigid thinking, and inflexibility." Chen Ping'an's eyes were deep as he reflected deeply.

That's how many things are; if things aren't handled properly at the beginning, it might just be a small deviation. But if that deviation is handled incorrectly, the problem can grow bigger and bigger.

Until the problem spirals out of control, no one cares about the original issue anymore.

In this case, one party acted against their original intentions, while the other was forced into a corner. The two sides clashed fiercely, ultimately spiraling out of control.

This matter is one that can only be done once, not twice; we should take this as a warning and keep it firmly in mind.

"As expected." After a long period of thought, Chen Ping'an gave a bitter smile: "I am not some chosen one."

Others encounter a fortunate opportunity, but he faced a mortal enemy and barely escaped. If he hadn't possessed deep reserves of strength, he probably would have perished in that battle.

"That woman is really ruthless." Chen Ping'an's eyes darkened, and he looked thoughtful. "Her attacks are fierce, she possesses numerous secret treasures, and her methods are endless. She's an extremely tough opponent. I wonder what her identity is?"

Chen Ping'an shook his head, ceasing his thoughts. The most pressing matter wasn't these issues, but rather identifying the flaws and oversights.

As for his identity, he could consider it later when he was out of trouble and back to his former glory.

The flaws that might be revealed when reflected in the icy mirror are concealed by the realistic simulation of the Black Iron Mask. And the risks associated with the Golden Illusion Armor should be extremely low, considering all factors.

Therefore, the biggest flaw he revealed should only be that one remaining black banner.

In his hasty escape, he didn't have time to collect much, only taking the withered wooden staff and the Azure Flame Four Directions Command Flag, leaving the Black Banner behind.

Clearly, it has now fallen into the hands of the other side.

The black banner was obtained from the Devouring Demon of the Great Banner Sect. He refined it with his spiritual essence, and his aura remains on the banner.

This matter.
Chen Ping'an sat silently, his face grave.

Martial arts masters possess unpredictable and elusive methods. For low- to mid-level cultivators, they have long since moved beyond the stage of brute force. In many matters, they have already acquired the ability to subvert expectations and achieve victory. For instance, regarding the matter of aura, if the opponent possesses any secret techniques or treasures, they can use aura as a guide to sense all directions and may very well be able to locate him.

This event is recorded in numerous biographical novels and corroborated by accounts of travels and experiences in the North.

Under normal circumstances, Chen Ping'an leaving this item behind would be a major flaw.

but
Chen Ping'an's eyes narrowed, and a golden finger panel appeared in front of him.

The Golden Finger panel has the effect of concealing one's aura and masking one's cultivation level.

The control over changes in aura depends on one's cultivation level. When refining the Black Banner, his cultivation level was not concealed; it was his true spiritual aura.

His apparent identity, concealed by the golden finger panel and his aura, had already undergone changes.

Such situations are similar to the incident involving pseudonyms.

As long as he doesn't rashly reveal his true level of power, the other party shouldn't be able to sense his presence.

Throughout his practice, he has repeatedly confirmed the effectiveness of the Golden Finger Panel. Its concealing effect is excellent, and it has extremely high priority.

However, even so, leaving this item behind is ultimately not a very safe course of action.

There is a risk to some extent.

But
Chen Ping'an glanced at the Golden Finger panel, his gaze narrowed slightly, and he said no more.

Although there were flaws in this battle, the risk of exposing them was extremely low. After careful consideration, the matter was finally clarified, which relieved Chen Ping'an's mind slightly.

In any case, as long as it doesn't involve the real person, it's fine.

This matter was ultimately far too ambitious.

Chen Ping'an reflected on his actions once again.

Learn from your mistakes and never repeat them!
This battle was fought inexplicably, but the losses were real.

"Knowing full well that the opponent was a Celestial Being, instead of fleeing immediately, you stayed there eager to test your strength, seeing that the opponent had just reached this realm, their cultivation was not yet solidified, and their combat power was not yet strong. If you don't suffer heavy losses, who will?!"

"Crossing the border, crossing the border my ass!"

"You can succeed a hundred times, but you can't afford to fail even once! The consequences of failure are unbearable!"

"When faced with life-or-death situations, one should have an indomitable will and the courage to fight to the death. But this is absolutely not an excuse for being careless or letting one's guard down. In dangerous situations, one should face death with a will to live; on smooth roads, one should be safe and secure."

"In the practice of cultivation, one should guard against pride and impatience, always be cautious and prudent, maintain a sense of utmost care, and act with courage and diligence."

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Chen Ping'an's thoughts shifted, and he reflected deeply.

Some things, once done wrong, can be corrected. But some things, once done wrong, are gone forever, with no chance of redemption.

Although he survived the battle, he paid a heavy price.

Black Flag Banner, Thousand-Year-Old Stone Milk, Spiritual Secret Pill, Violent Yuan True Pill, Blood-Burning Great Pill, Heavenly Purification Water, Spiritual Spring Water, Black Jade Ointment.
In addition, there are many secret medicines for healing injuries and nourishing elixirs.

The black jade ring has lost its spiritual power, and the withered wooden staff has suffered some damage.
All these losses add up, he lost at least 50,000 yuan in this battle.

Even though Chen Ping'an is now incredibly wealthy, this loss is still considerable.

It's not just a matter of the amount of Yuan Crystals; if you want to make up for it, you'll have to put in a lot of effort.

And this doesn't even include the time he lost while recovering from his injury.

If we take this into account, the losses would be enormous.

It's about competing on foundation, resources, and strength.

Indeed, sometimes it's best to refrain from action if possible. A hasty intervention not only risks losing strategic deterrence but, if it fails to yield any benefits, can result in severe losses.

This battle taught us many lessons.

Chen Ping'an's gaze drifted to the injury on his left shoulder.

After three days of rest, the injury on his shoulder did not show much improvement. However, the icy coldness was somewhat relieved after the ice jade hairpin was removed.

As the true essence and blood are gradually worn away, they will eventually be able to force out all the remaining cold energy.

It's fortunate that it was him; if it were anyone else, such an injury, with the lingering cold, would surely have left some kind of hidden injury.

The wound on his left shoulder was almost a penetrating one. If it weren't for his robust physique and the Golden Wheel of Bloodline, this single blow would have blown off half of his body.

"I'm sorry, Little Tianluo." Chen Ping'an's thoughts shifted, his eyes becoming deep and unfathomable.

The Pact of Dreams: Shared Injuries.

As soon as he was injured, the Heavenly Net Saintess reacted simultaneously. Even with his physique, he could hardly withstand such an injury. The same backlash also struck the Heavenly Net Saintess...
It seems to have suffered serious damage.

Chen Ping'an gazed into the distance, his face filled with reminiscence: "I suffered for my father."

My father's words can be traced back to a memory from our time together in that dreamlike, thousand-year-old world.

Indeed, there was a period when the two addressed each other in private.

This matter originated from an agreement.

Xiao Tianlu lost to him and was forced to abide by the agreement.

At first, it was a bit of a struggle to shout it out, but once you start, you get the hang of it and gradually become more proficient. Eventually, you start to enjoy it immensely.

even
Chen Ping'an's gaze sharpened, his thoughts abruptly halted.

What are you thinking about, all this random stuff?

A thought flashed through his mind, but Chen Ping'an's expression remained unchanged as he sensed his own body.

Compared to the injury on his left shoulder, Chen Ping'an's other injuries had improved considerably. While not fully recovered, they were about 70-80% healed.

His physique is extraordinary, far surpassing that of cultivators at the same level. With his abundant blood and qi, his recovery ability is naturally astonishing.

This battle resulted in heavy losses, but it wasn't entirely without gains.

hum~
In a flash of inspiration, an ice-colored jade hairpin appeared in front of Chen Ping'an.

Crystal clear, pure and flawless, the hairpin is adorned with gemstones and exudes a chilling aura.

The aura emanating from this jade hairpin has long been purified and washed away, leaving no trace. Even with extraordinary abilities, the other party would likely find it difficult to detect.

The opponent had just entered the Celestial Realm and hadn't had time to refine this item with their divine soul. Otherwise, it would have been quite troublesome.

Chen Ping'an's gaze fell upon the object, examining it closely, a hint of joy rising in his heart.

"A priceless treasure, the Ice Jade Hairpin!"

This icy-colored jade hairpin is not some divine weapon, but a true treasure.

This point has become fully clear to him in the past few days.

Even ordinary treasures are worth over 150,000 crystals, and are extremely rare and hard to come by; they would never be traded through ordinary channels.

It can be said that this item alone completely made up for Chen Ping'an's losses.

"The icy jade hairpin is quite powerful, with a chilling coldness. Unfortunately, it's stolen goods and shouldn't be sold casually."

Chen Ping'an played with the jade hairpin in his hand. When he first obtained it, he even thought about giving this ice jade hairpin to Gu Qingcheng.

Gu Qingcheng gave him many things, such as the Star Sword she received not long ago.

On the other hand, apart from the wooden hairpin he carved himself, he hadn't given away anything decent at all.

Now that he had made some gains, he naturally had some ideas.

Unfortunately, the origin of this ice jade hairpin is unknown, so it's really not something I can give away. Giving it away rashly might cause some trouble.

To be on the safe side, it's best for him to keep it under his own control and safeguard it properly.

Once one reaches the Celestial Realm, one can refine this item with one's divine soul, adding it for protection and combat.

This ice jade hairpin, once activated, possesses power that should not be underestimated.

Even he was caught off guard and fell into the trap several times.

For ordinary celestial beings, it is an absolutely terrifying weapon of mass destruction.

As for Gu Qingcheng...
We can only wait any longer.

When I have something that I can legitimately and openly give as a gift, I'll give it to him properly then.

My beautiful sister isn't a bad brother, it's just that she doesn't have anything worth mentioning.

Chen Ping'an smiled wryly to himself, finding joy even in hardship.

Besides the ice jade hairpin, he also obtained a piece of clothing in this battle. This silver dress was made of a special material and was also an extraordinary item. However, compared to its value, Chen Ping'an valued its effectiveness more.

But it's a pity.
He hadn't yet mastered the study of that forbidden technique; otherwise, it happened to contain some tracking techniques, which he could use to deduce and perhaps pinpoint the other party's location.

However, it's too late to say all this now. The aura from the dress has already been imprinted on the black iron surface. Having the dress alone is not enough to gather the necessary elements.

However, such tracking methods are extremely profound techniques within that forbidden inheritance. One cannot truly utilize them without thoroughly studying the inheritance to an exceptionally high level.

"I wonder if there are any methods in the inheritance of restrictions that can conceal one's aura and bone age?" Chen Ping'an wondered to himself.

During the previous battle, I was initially unaware of my opponent's methods, which allowed them to discern my age. Although it seemed like a feint, the reflection in the icy mirror later suggested that my opponent was quite confident.

It's also his fault for being overconfident and not using his real identity immediately.

But this was truly unpredictable, as such a thing was not anticipated at first.

After this incident, Chen Ping'an had an idea. While realistic simulations offer better concealment, they inevitably have shortcomings. If he could add even more effort, that would be ideal.

The forbidden inheritance he possessed was only half of the complete inheritance. The other half was still in Gu Qingchan's hands.

The two agreed that once they had completed their respective studies, they would discuss and exchange ideas, verifying each other's findings.

At first, Chen Ping'an didn't care much, but now it seems that this matter needs to be given more attention.

Having more methods is always good, as long as it doesn't hinder your cultivation progress. Even if you can't master them, increasing your knowledge and experience is ultimately a good thing.

"By a twist of fate, I obtained a valuable treasure. Overall, the gains outweigh the losses, but the delay caused by my injury is real. Such matters should not be repeated twice; I must be extremely cautious."

"In any case, I'll remember this incident and get my revenge if I have the chance in the future. However, that silver-haired woman is truly terrifying. Getting revenge won't be so easy."

Chen Ping'an's emotions shifted, and he sighed slightly. The time for recuperation had passed, so he slowly closed his eyes and began to rest and heal once again.

In the past few days, he has mainly focused on healing, and his progress in spiritual practice has almost come to a standstill.

However, as his injuries healed, he gradually had more time to cultivate.

His departure for Xuanling was delayed considerably due to a chaotic battle. Compared to taking up his post, recovering from his injuries and continuing his cultivation were naturally more important.

Several more days passed.

With the help of spiritual herbs and elixirs, Chen Ping'an's injuries are gradually healing. Although the injury on his left shoulder is still serious, it is basically stable and will only take time to heal.

Aside from his injuries, Chen Ping'an's spiritual energy was gradually increasing, and he had more and more time to dedicate to cultivation each day.

The place he found was extremely secluded, so Chen Ping'an wasn't in a hurry to change locations.

He had a considerable amount of spiritual items stored in his Thousand-Mechanism Bag, and he had spent them quite lavishly in recent days.

He usually doesn't need any spiritual aids in his cultivation, at most he uses snow spirit leaves, but now that he's injured, his situation is quite different.

And so, another ten days or so passed.

Beneath the rock face, Chen Ping'an slowly opened his eyes.

hum~
His eyes flickered, and a golden finger panel appeared.

Name: Chen Ping'an
Realm: Late stage of Jade Balance - Breakthrough through three stages (Ultimate Perfection)
武学：青阳血炼法小成（0/15360）颠鸾倒凤·阴阳枢入门（225/8640）、广寒剑法（残篇）小成（0/7680）太虚御风步大成（0/14400）七杀天罡拳大成（9600/9600）、霸刀圆满、七绝神功圆满、万魔铸身诀圆满
Secret Techniques: Soul-Guiding Technique, Blood Restriction of Ten Thousand Demons

"9600 point."

Chen Pingan slowly lowered his eyes, his gaze deep and unfathomable.

After months of training, he had accumulated enough power for the Seven Killings Heavenly Fist.

"finally reached."

Chen Pingan slowly stood up and gazed at the horizon: "This moment."

The canyon is long and narrow, and from the rock face, only a sliver of sky can be seen.

hum~
A flash of inspiration, and command flags appeared, swirling in all directions, isolating the inside from the outside.

There are prohibitions and barriers in place to guard all directions.

this moment.
Everything is ready; all that remains is to break through the barrier, ascend to the clouds, and look down upon the world.

(End of this chapter)