The Great Martial Saint!

Chapter 763 Seven Forbidden Techniques, Celestial and Human Aura (Question: Little Chen, what do you mean by "can't be true"?)
Amidst the rolling mountains, with dense forests and rocky cliffs, Chen Ping'an sat with his eyes closed, surrounded by mysterious imagery.

The Seven Absolutes Divine Skill, this supreme divine skill obtained from the Seven Absolutes Elder of the Tianluo Sect, has undergone new understanding and changes in Chen Ping'an's hands after he has mastered and perfected it.

The Blood Restriction of Ten Thousand Demons is a closely guarded secret of the Ten Thousand Demons Sect. It is an extremely high-level secret technique that involves the secrets of the soul and can be used to set restrictions and control the mind.

Despite the time constraints, it has many merits.

The Seven Absolute Divine Skill utilizes external martial arts techniques, mastering seven divine skills: sword, spear, leg, claw, palm, and fist. It centers on the Seven Absolute Inner Strength Method, using it for control. The Blood Restriction of Ten Thousand Demons is incorporated into the Seven Absolute Inner Strength Method, seeking common ground while respecting differences, mutually verifying each other, and constantly innovating.

The martial arts foundation he had accumulated previously, along with a wealth of insights, kept emerging and converging within him, filling the part of his external skills.

As the sun rises and sets, day and night alternate, and the stars shift, Chen Ping'an's understanding becomes clearer and clearer.

"Based on the Seven Absolute Divine Skills and the Blood Restriction of Ten Thousand Demons, I have integrated and innovated to create a cultivation technique—" Chen Ping'an slowly opened his eyes, his hair moving without wind.

hum~
With a flicker of his gaze, a panel appeared in front of Chen Ping'an, seemingly within reach, yet as distant as two different worlds.

Name: Chen Ping'an
Realm: Celestial Unity Realm - Pivotal Light Realm
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）、七绝禁法圆满、七杀天罡拳圆满、霸刀圆满、万魔铸身诀圆满
Secret Technique: Soul-Guiding Incantation
"Seven Forbidden Techniques!"

Chen Ping'an's eyes narrowed, and the panel in front of him instantly crumbled, as if it had never existed.

Now that he has achieved the status of a martial arts master, he naturally possesses his own unique understanding of the martial arts path. And at this moment, taking advantage of the momentum of breaking through to a higher realm, he is transforming his accumulated knowledge and experience outwardly to demonstrate his own resolve. This Seven Absolute Forbidden Technique, based on the Seven Absolute Divine Skill and supplemented by the core essence of the Myriad Demon Blood Forbidden Technique, is the best embodiment of this.

The Seven Deadly Forbidden Techniques represent a significant advancement over the Seven Deadly Divine Skills. Previously, the Seven Deadly Divine Skills were only slightly superior in rank to techniques like the Myriad Demons Body Forging Technique and the Overlord Blade.

But now, thanks to Chen Ping'an's integration, this Seven Forbidden Techniques has become a supreme divine skill of top-tier quality. It has been further perfected on its original foundation, with the potential for even greater advancement.

Furthermore, in his vision, this Seven Forbidden Techniques was not yet truly perfect. Its current perfection was merely a state of enlightenment. True perfection would require continuous verification and refinement in his future cultivation.

The Seven Forbidden Techniques he envisioned should be a genuine and precious skill manual.

Limited by its accumulated foundation and understanding of the techniques, it has only reached the level of a top-tier supreme divine skill. However, from the perspective of potential, this Seven Forbidden Techniques can be considered the prototype of a true skill.

Whether he can take this crucial step in the future depends entirely on his martial arts comprehension and skill level. If he succeeds, this Seven Forbidden Techniques will surely become famous throughout the Northern Territory.

If so, it would fulfill the dying wish of the Seven Wonders Elder, allowing him to inherit his mantle, make his skills famous throughout the world, and earn the name of the True Skill Treasure Scroll for the true meaning of the skill.

However, such matters are currently only Chen Ping'an's ideas. At this stage, the Seven Forbidden Techniques are far from reaching that level.

Even so, compared to the previous Seven Absolute Divine Skill, the power of the Seven Absolute Forbidden Technique has increased by two or three levels.

The Seven Deadly Sins Bewitching Mind and the Seven Deadly Sins Illusionary Barriers still exist, but their power has been significantly enhanced after being supplemented with the insights gained from the Myriad Demon Blood Restriction.

Furthermore, when activating the Seven Forbidden Techniques, one can use the power of the soul to create illusions and confuse the opponent's mind. If one can achieve the perfection envisioned by Chen Ping'an, then during battle, one can borrow the opponent's strength and use the supernatural power of the soul to devour the opponent's power and make it one's own. Although there will be losses in the process, if one can reach this point, it will mean that the battle will be continuous to a certain extent.

These effects are somewhat similar to the miraculous effects of dual cultivation techniques.

If he were to cultivate the dual cultivation technique to that level, perhaps through his understanding of the technique, he could bring endless inspiration and creativity to the theoretical perfection of this Seven Forbidden Techniques.

Taking advantage of the breakthrough opportunity, Chen Ping'an innovated and created a cultivation method, the Seven Forbidden Techniques, and was in a very good mood.

At this moment, he had completely digested the phenomena of breaking through to the next realm, his realm was stable, and a radiant light shone within his divine soul source, continuously releasing light.

Though as small as a grain of rice, it shimmered with golden light, pure and flawless, like the blazing sun.

The edges of the light were tinged with black and white, a unique and wondrous effect revealed after consuming the Yin-Yang Dew. Though not entirely clear, it was undeniably divine.

Yin-Yang Dew alone might not have this effect. According to Chen Ping'an's speculation, it is mostly due to his fundamental strength, supplemented by the spiritual treasures of heaven and earth.

With his realm stabilized, Chen Ping'an did not stop there, but quietly comprehended and continuously adapted to the new power changes within this body.

The power of the soul is completely different from spirituality; it is not only of higher quality but also more lethal and contagious.

Without comparing his own soul quality to that of other celestial beings, Chen Ping'an couldn't quite assess his current situation. However, he could confirm that his soul power, in both quality and quantity, was superior to that of ordinary celestial beings.

As for how much higher, only actual combat will tell.

Thinking of this, Chen Ping'an felt a renewed sense of eagerness.

However, his previous realization quickly extinguished the flame in his heart.

At crucial moments, one must dare to act. But if one only knows how to fight, without considering the timing or the circumstances, and fights recklessly, how is that different from a brute?

Although his nickname contains the character "莽" (mǎng), meaning "reckless" or "reckless," it's merely a persona he presents to the outside world to conceal his true origins, not his genuine way of life.

Well, that's it.

That's right.

That last time was an accident, it doesn't count!
Known for his recklessness, he cultivates an image of a hot-blooded, ruthless, and rebellious genius who seeks enlightenment through defying the odds, thus concealing his true strength and origins.

Who would have thought that this top genius, known for his passion and decisiveness, would actually be a prudent person who plans carefully before acting and is as steady as a rock?

Yes, it's safe, it's definitely safe.

He didn't mention Yin Bi at all; he was different from those other old sixes.

With a smooth and easy path ahead, he will refrain from using his true abilities unless absolutely necessary. But if a critical moment arises, he will act decisively and without hesitation.

Chen Ping'an quietly contemplated himself and adapted to this newfound power.

Upon reaching the Celestial Realm, one primarily relies on the power of the divine soul, supplemented by true essence, while spirituality completely fades from the historical stage. The powerful divine weapons Chen Ping'an previously refined also need to be refined anew using the power of his divine soul.

After being refined by the divine soul, once activated, the power of the divine weapon can take another half step forward.

With the imprint of previous refinement already present, this soul reforging will be extremely fast. Compared to refining a new divine weapon with one's soul, the two are completely incomparable.

According to Chen Ping'an's previous arrangements, the timing for taking up his post in Xuanling should have been just right. But now, it's clearly too late.

Whether he rushed or slowed down, he was going to be late anyway, so Chen Ping'an wasn't in a hurry.

He channeled this newly arrived power, refining his precious divine weapon.

In the past few days, the silver-haired woman hasn't come over. But it's possible she's been searching the surrounding area the whole time. Her strength is terrifying; even before her cultivation level was stable, she possessed such fierce killing power. Now that her cultivation level is stable, her combat strength is naturally even more terrifying.

Although Chen Ping'an has now reached the Celestial Realm, he is still wary of his opponent's methods. In particular, the Ice Phoenix Talisman makes him extremely fearful.

In this situation, his primary focus is naturally on increasing his strength as quickly as possible. And the simplest method at present is to use his divine soul to reforge a powerful divine weapon.

Under Chen Ping'an's repeated refinement, this process proceeded at an extremely rapid pace. This was also thanks to the marks he had previously refined. It felt as if he had gained complete control over a place, allowing him to freely manipulate and reclaim new power.

Without prior experience, it means retaking the territory without understanding the underlying situation. The difference between the two is significant.

For several days in a row, Chen Ping'an spent his time cultivating, healing his injuries, and reforging his powerful divine weapon.

The two most precious treasures, the Evil Eye and the pseudo-precious Bloodthirsty Demon Jar, were the first to be properly refined by Chen Ping'an. Then came the Black Profound Iron Mask, the prototype of the precious treasure, the Heavenly Meteor Frost Star Blade, as well as the Azure Flame Four Directions Command Flag, the Withered Wood Staff, and other divine weapons.

During the process, Chen Ping'an also noticed that after entering the Celestial Realm, although the main benefit was to his spiritual soul, his physical body also received considerable benefits.

Even if a martial arts master is not skilled in external martial arts training, their physical strength will never be weak.

This is determined by the level of martial arts, nourished by the soul and forged by vital energy, ensuring a lower limit for the physique of a martial arts master.

However, even at the same level, there will still be a huge gap between those who cultivate external strength and those who train their bodies.

Specifically, it depends on each person's level of attainment and skill.

With the gradual improvement of his physique and the nourishment of his divine soul essence, Chen Ping'an's injuries were healing at an extremely rapid pace.

After achieving the Martial Arts Celestial Realm, Chen Ping'an experienced improvements and changes beyond these.

After perfecting the Seven Killing Heavenly Fist, he focused his cultivation efforts on the Void Wind Control Step. Previously, he supplemented his cultivation with Snow Spirit Leaves, cultivating at the Grandmaster level, accumulating about 65 to 70 points of cultivation experience each day.

But now, with the aid of precious Snow Spirit Leaves and cultivating at the Celestial Realm, he can accumulate at least 40% more cultivation experience each day.

The amount of cultivation experience I accumulate each day is approaching one hundred points.

This change in benefit was clearly not solely due to the rare Snow Spirit Leaf. It was more a result of the improved support provided by his cultivation level. Chen Ping'an had experienced similar things before.

But never before has there been such a huge change in gain.

Clearly, the Heaven-Human Barrier, as a major advancement in one's realm, has truly extraordinary effects.

This change made Chen Ping'an even more eager for his future cultivation.

Before even reaching the Celestial Realm, Chen Ping'an had astutely realized that ordinary supreme divine techniques were becoming increasingly insignificant in their benefits to his cultivation. While the benefits of a single technique as a whole were manageable, the gains were minimal for each minor breakthrough, especially the initial stages of entry and minor mastery.

If you want him to help you improve, you need at least a supreme divine skill at a powerful level.

This was before he entered the Celestial Realm. Now that he has achieved the Martial Celestial Realm, even the most powerful and supreme divine skills would probably have very limited effect on his improvement.

Only the most advanced, supreme divine skills are worth considering.

Even so, if it's just a beginner level or a minor breakthrough, the benefits from the Golden Finger Panel probably won't be enough to bring about much substantial improvement for him.

His cultivation method is quite different from that of worldly cultivators. His cultivation logic does not rely on elixirs or spiritual objects; his cultivation resources depend more on the benefits that come with breaking through the cultivation realm.

This approach not only saves a significant amount of spiritual resources and reduces the effort and energy wasted on traveling, but also allows for the accumulation of wealth to the greatest extent possible. Simultaneously, one can cultivate both spiritual practices and secret techniques. However, this approach also has limitations, the biggest of which is the craving for specific cultivation techniques.

Moreover, this yearning changes under different conditions as one progresses in cultivation.

From the earliest inferior techniques, to the intermediate, superior, and even divine skills. Now, we've reached the pinnacle of supreme divine skills, even the level of a true skill scroll.

The difficulty of achieving this goal is undoubtedly increasing.

This difficulty also means that Chen Ping'an needs to network with more circles and has higher requirements for his public status. Only with sufficient status can he access more information. With the support of this information, he can operate under multiple aliases to seek opportunities to acquire cultivation techniques. In this situation, working in isolation is clearly the least desirable approach. Cultivation techniques are not readily available commodities. The rarer the technique, the more this is true; let alone wanting to purchase it, even just having access to it presents extremely severe invisible barriers.

This threshold could be connections, influence, or background.
Without a suitable opportunity, one might not even be able to cross the threshold.

Of course, this is the plan for seeking rare and precious cultivation techniques. For Chen Ping'an, there is another path, which is not to strive for perfection, but to use ordinary supreme divine techniques instead, thus achieving quality through quantity.

However, this method has significant drawbacks. Aside from the fact that supreme divine skills will gradually become obsolete as one's cultivation level advances, even currently, the process of increasing quantity to compensate for quality constantly consumes a large amount of time and energy, resulting in an extremely low return on investment. Furthermore, it renders secret techniques mediocre, making it difficult to maintain a leading position among cultivators at the same level.

Chen Ping'an's combat power is now far superior to those of his peers, and he can even achieve a certain degree of reversal. The core reason for this lies in his secret techniques, his protective external objects, and his skills and talents.

The combat skills it imparts are something that most cultivators in the world can only dream of. The rarer the technique, the more useful this aspect becomes.

Therefore, without a doubt, the path Chen Ping'an must take is the more difficult one. He must leverage his public position to access resources and information, seize opportunities to operate under a false identity, and seek rare cultivation techniques.

True skill scrolls are rare and precious, and not all martial arts masters possess a complete set of them. A considerable number of martial arts masters, limited by resources and background in their early years, were unable to access such techniques.

For those who cultivate, techniques are techniques, realms are realms, and the foundation attached to techniques is one aspect, but more importantly, they rely on resources, spiritual objects, secret medicines, and environment.

Top-tier divine skills can be roughly divided into two types: one is the normal top-tier skill, and the other is that it touches upon the realm of true skill scrolls.

Among ordinary martial arts masters, the more mainstream techniques are the latter of the two.

However, such situations will gradually improve as martial arts masters accumulate experience. Some veteran masters, even if they cannot master the complete true manuals, often possess fragments of the techniques.

As for the second realm of martial arts celestial beings, they have basically all cultivated true skill scrolls, or at least possess secret techniques of the same level. The second realm of celestial beings, the realm of rainbow penetration, uses the soul to build a bridge, like a rainbow bridge connecting the whole body. The spiritual platform resonates with heaven and earth, reflecting each other, and its divine power is incomparable to that of the realm of pivotal light.

At this level, the True Skill Scroll is no longer a difficult item, but rather a standard requirement among players. What they compete for is nothing more than the power, wonder, and mysterious transformations of the True Skill Scroll.

As for the realms beyond that, those are considered great cultivators, truly commanding respect and power even among celestial beings. Upon entering this realm, one's vitality changes, lifespan increases, and one can enjoy a lifespan of 1,500 years!

Fifteen hundred years, the passage of time, is equivalent to dozens of generations of human life in the mortal world. Such an existence can already be called immortal.

Feeling the abundant vitality and essence within his body, Chen Ping'an's meridians were unobstructed, his internal and external energy flowed smoothly, his spirit was full, and his mind was clear.

"The Phoenix and Luan Reversal, the Yin-Yang Pivot, the Azure Sun Blood Refining Method, and the Fragment of the Guanghan Sword Technique."

Upon careful reflection, he realized that he had unknowingly mastered several genuine martial arts manuals.

The "Inverted Phoenix and Reversed Yin-Yang Pivot" technique, obtained from the Demon Lord's secret collection, is of a higher rank than ordinary true martial arts scrolls. Although the "Azure Yang Blood Refining Method" belongs to the body tempering path, its extraordinary power and skill level also place it at the level of a true martial arts scroll.

Although the Guanghan Sword Technique was only a fragment, its wondrous power perfectly matched Chen Ping'an's expectations of a true martial arts scroll. His previous use of the Guanghan Sword Technique to slay the Evil Dao Master, Xue Yanluo, in the Youtan Cave was the best proof of this.

According to Chen Ping'an's idea, if this Guanghan Sword Technique had five or six sword moves, it would be a true skill scroll with extremely impressive power.

Even with only four forms, it can barely live up to the name of a treasured swordsmanship scroll.

Four sword moves are enough to form a treasured sword scroll. The value of these sword moves in Chen Ping'an's hands is self-evident.

"Gu Qingcheng, Gu Qingcheng, how can I ever repay this kindness?"

Chen Ping'an was quite melancholy.

Although the tea girl kept talking about him, the benefits he received were truly substantial. Aside from the hairpin, the Moon Palace Sword Technique and the Star Sword were also incredibly valuable.

Such gifts and social interactions have long since transcended ordinary interactions.

To be precise, this can't be called social interaction. To be precise, it should be called a one-way street.

Chen Ping'an accepted everything that people gave him.

There was no indication or anything about it.

The only jade hairpin I could give away was stolen goods; the recipient's background was unknown, so I couldn't just give it away casually.

Otherwise, if the ice jade hairpin could be given as a gift, it would fulfill the sentiment expressed by Gu Qingcheng when she gave the hairpin.

However, such thoughts only flashed through Chen Ping'an's mind for a moment before disappearing.

If someone gives you something, it's fine if you don't give it back. The only thing you want to give back is something you got from someone else.

Isn't this a total scumbag?
There's no way to wash it!
From another perspective, no wonder people don't want to see him. Who would want to be in his shoes?
The most beautiful courtesan, hidden away in a golden house, a night of romance at the misty ferry crossing.
In the blink of an eye, several images flashed through Chen Ping'an's mind. One of them was the Gu family's back garden, that soft spot within reach.

The warmth and delicacy of the girl's cheek still lingered in my hand; that strand of gold hair ribbon is still treasured to this day; but that scene is long gone.

Upon careful consideration
"I don't think so?" Chen Ping'an was slightly taken aback.

However, he quickly chuckled to himself and shook his head with a smile.

What is this all about?
Instead of focusing on building a solid foundation, they've started thinking about other things.

I've really gone completely mad lately.

To be honest, Chen Ping'an was a little curious. The complete Guanghan Sword Technique should have several sword moves! Gu Qingcheng's should have the complete version, right?
However, that's not necessarily true. If it's a treasured possession, it might have been an incomplete piece from the beginning, and might not have been the whole thing.

As his thoughts shifted, Chen Ping'an also assessed his own capabilities.

In terms of cultivation techniques alone, his current accumulation is even above that of a second-stage Celestial Being.

He didn't know how the three realms were, but he figured they wouldn't be inferior in the slightest.

His shortcoming is that he has not been practicing for long enough to fully digest all of this knowledge.

After entering the realm of Celestial Beings, Chen Ping'an also had new plans and visions for the future.

Obtaining the blood of a top-grade demon beast is currently the most important thing that needs to be planned.

The third refinement of the Qingyang Blood Refining Method, involving the bloodline of a Heavenly-grade demon beast, is the most important matter for him at this stage.

Secondly, there are cultivation techniques and protective items.

Previously, at the Zhenfu Division of Canglong Prefecture, I had already exchanged for the Thunderous Blade Technique as a way to openly enhance my combat strength.

On the surface, his cultivation mainly focuses on the Tai Xu Wind Control Step and the Mad Thunder Blade Technique, but his true strength needs to be assessed from other angles.

His current training plan is to first perfect the Tai Xu Wind-Riding Step, and then focus his energy on practicing the Guang Han Sword Technique. This choice is a recent consideration after clarifying his training progress.

Once he had mastered the Guanghan Sword Technique, he focused on cultivating dual cultivation techniques to enhance his own condition and sustain in combat.

If he could master all these techniques, he would likely be able to go very far in the Celestial Realm.

One's overt strength can also be steadily improved, thus enabling one to pursue the Dao of the Sword Scroll.

"The Sword Dao Treasure Scroll." Chen Ping'an's eyes gleamed as he recalled their previous agreement in the North Sea.

And that silver-haired girl—though her exact background is unknown, her methods are so ruthless, her cultivation technique is certainly no ordinary thing. If one so chooses to, one will surely be able to find her someday.

We must reclaim our former territories.

Chen Ping'an's past changes, his plans, and his clear understanding of his own strengths.

Currently, he has many methods, but at the Celestial Realm level, the secret techniques he relies on for attack are ultimately not top-tier enough. Only his bloodline, physique, and protective treasures can provide support.

In terms of techniques, although there are some advantages, there are still many shortcomings.

These aspects need to be addressed gradually over time.

To achieve the status of a martial arts master, his protective foundation must gradually increase. The battle at the Dark Pool Cave had depleted all his enhancement items. His healing resources were also more than half depleted.

These things will need to be purchased and added gradually after arriving in Xuanling City.

As for those explosive pills and spiritual items, we also need to plan for them little by little to improve our own foundation.

The white bone jade fan, the blood moon scythe, the golden light spear, and the slender red chain—all these items need to be traded. Whether it's bartering or selling, they should be transformed into resources as quickly as possible.

In addition, there are the Myriad Demon Blood Puppet Technique, the White Bone Secret Technique, and the Withered Tree Everlasting Technique, among others.

In the previous battle, the Black Flag Banner was lost, so the Blood-Red Compass, which was in reserve, was temporarily used to protect the way and add more methods.

There's also the treatment of ice jade hairpins, and so on.

There are countless details and many things to deal with.

Chen Pingan pondered quietly and proceeded steadily.

Several more days passed.

hum~
With a sudden flash of inspiration, Chen Ping'an abruptly opened his eyes, his pupils blazing with golden light that seemed to pierce straight into people's hearts.

Wow~
The surrounding atmosphere surged like a tide, and Chen Ping'an slowly rose, his robes billowing out.

His eyes were deep, like an endless pool, and his demeanor was as profound as an abyss, unfathomable.

"The time has come; take up your post in Xuanling!"

Whoosh!
With a flash, Chen Ping'an disappeared beneath the rock wall. He roared proudly through the sky, his aura overwhelming, and soared through the air, heading straight for Xuanling!

This journey will make me a hero of heaven and earth, a master of the world.

Garrisoning Xuanling, the fierce swordsman Chen Ping'an!
　It seems like no one really noticed the chapter with the gold hairband.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)