The Great Martial Saint!

Chapter 840 Earthly Fiends Attain Great Perfection, Rainbow Piercing Realm (Seeking Monthly Tickets~)
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Countless spiritual lights converged, and a rainbow bridge spanned the spiritual platform, shining brilliantly.

Its brilliance shines brightly, its influence as pervasive as the sun.

The next moment, light and shadow intertwined, and the soul was stirred.

The interplay of black and white imagery, spiraling and swirling, gives true form to the rainbow bridge, connecting the inside and outside, and resonating with heaven and earth.

The two realms of Heaven and Man, the realm of rainbow penetration, are complete!
Wow~
Chen Ping'an's true essence surged like a tide, and a large number of insights appeared out of thin air, as if long-dormant memories were beginning to revive.

That kind of martial arts experience, which is comprehensive and integrated from the inside out, is not as simple as just recalling it. It comes from countless scorching heat and freezing cold, constantly being honed and refined through practice.

Five Poisons Earthly Fiend Palm, Mastery!

Chen Ping'an's eyes trembled slightly, and a light screen appeared in front of him.

"The Realm of Piercing Rainbows!"

Chen Ping'an's eyes gleamed with golden light, and his chest surged like a mighty ocean.

After more than eight years of cultivation, almost nine years in total, I have finally reached this point.

The Realm of Piercing Rainbows, the Second Realm of Celestial Beings!
Even among martial arts masters, this level of skill is considered that of a senior expert.

Their status and influence far surpass those of veteran celestial beings in that realm.

The Realm of the Rainbow is a divine bridge that connects the inside and outside. Whether it is a celestial being in disguise or a spiritual connection, it far surpasses the level of a celestial being in the first realm.

In normal combat, there is a very obvious difference and suppression between those at the first level of the Celestial Realm.

Not to mention, a Celestial Being at the Piercing Rainbow Realm can use protective treasures without any burden.

At this level, even the most powerful treasures will truly be used as the main means of offensive warfare, rather than as trump cards to be kept secret.

The divine soul of a second-realm celestial being is more powerful, and with the spiritual bridge connecting the rainbow, they can draw upon the power of heaven and earth to a greater extent, thus elevating themselves to a whole new level.

If the Martial Dao Celestials are considered the absolute strongest at the top of the Ten Provinces of Bi Cang, then the Second Realm Celestials are the pinnacle of that pinnacle, renowned even in the surrounding regions.

Take the chaotic Beishan Pass as an example. The dominant forces from all sides are ostensibly based there, and the one who is actually a martial arts master who has entered the second realm is the one who is in charge.

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Even among those at the second realm of Celestial Beings, there are differences. Some have shallow foundations and lack the necessary protective abilities, only able to activate one powerful treasure. Others, however, are highly experienced, possessing remarkable power in their techniques, a plethora of secret arts, and several powerful treasures that complement each other, forming a seamless trinity of offense, defense, and escape, making them virtually invincible.

Without a doubt, now that Chen Ping'an has entered the second realm of the Celestial Realm, he will become an extremely powerful figure in this realm!
This kind of spirit and depth was not something he imagined out of thin air, but a conclusion he reached through bold verification and careful practice.

Bang!
As Chen Ping'an's soul trembled, an invisible pressure arose spontaneously. The terrifying wave of power, like facing the mighty force of nature, chilled him to the bone, inspiring awe and submission.

"At least more than double!"

Chen Ping'an's eyes shone with golden light, as bright as the sun, and his words were filled with powerful confidence.

"If I were to encounter that Dream-Eating Lotus Lord again now, even without using my bloodline to temper my body or a fourth-tier rare artifact, I could easily defeat him with my sheer power of my divine soul. Even..."
He is protected by a powerful treasure!

“In the past, there was a strange bird called Luohou with four tiers, whose secrets were unfathomable, and I was unable to make a decision for a time. But if I see it again now, the situation will be very different.”

Chen Ping'an slightly raised his hand, and within the trembling divine soul power, black and white concepts swirled and intertwined, like a giant dragon rolling, rippling with strange power.

"This power level is probably beyond the limits of a typical second-realm Celestial Being!"

Chen Ping'an looked at the divine soul power filling the quiet room and sensed the rainbow bridge of heaven and earth erected above the spiritual platform.

The rainbow bridge shimmered with spiritual light, shining brightly, and was constantly pulsating with divine power.

Whether it was the battle with Shi Menglianjun or the battle with Hua Ruyue, it gave him a clearer understanding of his own combat strength.

In the past, his underlying combat strength was probably comparable to that of a highly experienced expert in the second realm. Now that his realm has broken through and his foundation has been enhanced, his true combat strength is probably going to go even further!
Wow~
The spirits within the quiet room began to surge like a tide, gradually sinking into Chen Ping'an's brow and spiritual center.

"Now, I wouldn't say I'm the best among the heroes, but after major repairs, I'm probably hard to beat!"

Chen Ping'an's gaze gradually darkened until it returned to calm.

His current combat strength can be roughly divided into several tiers.

The weakest type is the one who hides their perfect Dao foundation and displays their martial arts realm at the level of a normal Celestial Being. In this state, their foundation is not obvious, and they are at most a little stronger than a Celestial Being of the same realm.

One can also reveal more on this basis, ranging from a pure Dao foundation to a perfect Dao foundation.

When he took a serious stance, he no longer held back, revealing his perfect aura. With his divine soul power alone, he could suppress almost all other celestial beings of the same realm. Including those celestial beings at the second realm of perfection, in terms of divine soul power alone, they might not be his match.

Of course, there may be exceptions in the process, such as those who cultivate special soul techniques and benefit from soul treasures to become perfect second-realm celestial beings, who may not be included in this list.

However, this is not his strongest form. If he were to reveal his divine soul phenomena, the black and white realm, and the ability to devour and paralyze, his combat power might rise to another level.

With this kind of posture, he would probably be hard-pressed to find an opponent below the level of a Celestial Being!
However, whether it is a perfect Dao foundation or a divine soul phenomenon, these are things that should be hidden if possible. Even if one appears in a disguised form, one should not reveal them if possible.

Only when the situation demands it, or when one can be certain of defeating the opponent 100%, can one truly reveal their fundamental strength.

It took Chen Ping'an half a day to truly adapt to the buffs he received after breaking through to the next realm.

It was fortunate that he had the help of the cheat panel, which made his foundation solid. Otherwise, the adaptation and control after breaking through the realm would not have been solved in a day or two, let alone the stable realm that should have been achieved later.

However, these are not issues that Chen Ping'an is currently considering.

After breaking through his cultivation level, he resumed his body-forging endeavors. He refined secret water, experimented with its effects, and strengthened his bloodline.
Each and every one of these matters needs time to heal.

However, whether it was because his realm had advanced further or because his experiments over so many days had finally taken effect, he did manage to discover something in the three days after his breakthrough.

Although it is only a basic outline and corresponding simple proportions, it represents a very significant improvement in the matter of poison resistance body tempering.

With this outline and direction in mind, Chen Ping'an significantly reduced the time required to refine the secret water. There was no need to refine each secret formula comprehensively. He only needed to follow the proportions and refine the secret water precisely.

Chen Ping'an used the time saved to refine the precious Golden Red Lotus.

This is a precious protective treasure obtained from the Supreme Elder of the Heavenly Lotus Sect, Lord Dream-Eating Lotus.

His cultivation has greatly improved, and his foundation is now deeper. Refining this treasure will not be as difficult as it was before. He estimates that after refining it for a period of time, he will be able to truly make this treasure his own.

This will be the third powerful treasure that he will be able to control and utilize.

In addition, he also possesses a fourth-tier artifact and the Dream Orb, which serves as his trump card for survival.

Several more days passed under these circumstances. Midway through, Chen Ping'an left the pass to visit Shen Huiqing.

Seclusion and intensive practice are good things, allowing one to focus their energy, use it efficiently, and achieve breakthroughs in their practice. However, prolonged seclusion may not necessarily be a good thing for a practitioner.

This is especially true for a young martial arts practitioner like him who has not been practicing for long.

Compared to those martial arts masters who have lived for hundreds of years and spend years or more in seclusion to cultivate, the impact on his temperament and state of mind is undoubtedly greater.

Unless one is practicing a special cultivation method that requires such a monotonous and solitary state of mind, doing so in the long run will be detrimental to cultivation. Even worse, prolonged sitting in meditation can lead to stubbornness and obstinacy, causing inner demons to arise.

Diligent practice is commendable, but excessive and relentless practice is not necessarily so. Long-term accumulation also requires moments of sudden insight and inspiration.

Like the great masters of antiquity, who, observing the vast ocean, comprehended the Dao and ascended to the heavens in a single day.

Although Chen Ping'an did not yet possess such a grand presence, he had made some progress in his seclusion. In his seclusion, he still needed to regulate his mind and replenish his inspiration to avoid depleting his mental energy and affecting his peak performance.

He went to see Shen Huiqing midway through his journey, firstly to calm his mind, and secondly, for official business.

"I encountered a remnant of the Tianlian clan outside the city by chance and promptly beheaded him. I will report this head to the Governor's Office to prove my merit!"

Amidst the hazy blue light, a square wooden box opened, revealing a fair and delicate head.

His expression was filled with terror and despair, as if he were facing a great horror, trembling with fear.

The tremor wasn't limited to the lotus-shaped pink demon that had been dead for many days; it also included Shen Huiqing, who was standing in front of Chen Ping'an in a light-colored long dress.

"This is..."

Shen Huiqing opened her almond-shaped eyes wide, her gaze filled with disbelief.

Who would have thought that while she was working in the office, the official suddenly appeared in front of her, and before she could even tidy herself up, he took out what he was holding.

Lotus Mist Powder Demon, a core high-ranking member and Dharma Protector Elder of the Heavenly Lotus Sect!

Who could know the shock she felt when she learned the other person's identity?

The lord's trip out of the city has yielded such results?
Looking at the head in front of her, Shen Huiqing felt as if she had returned to that night when they first met, and she was just as shocked and horrified. She couldn't help but prostrate herself on the ground and worship.

"My lord." Shen Huiqing's eyes trembled slightly as she accepted the wooden box from Chen Ping'an's hand.

I thought that dying a violent death was the ultimate goal for an adult, but now it seems like child's play!
Lotus Mist Demon, renowned for many years, is a true pseudo-celestial-level powerhouse!
And now, his head appeared before her eyes in this very way.

Although the man explained that this battle was a coincidence, and that he did not fight alone, but with the help of the woman who was traveling with him, they managed to kill the enemy when he was in a weak and feeble state.

But Shen Huiqing was destined to have an uneasy night.

On the second day after Chen Ping'an's appearance, the news spread through various mainstream channels in Xuanling City, purportedly by the Xuanling Garrison of Canglong Prefecture.

"What? Mang Dao is back?"

"And brought back a head as a token of honor? Who was it?!" someone asked casually.

But the next moment, his expression froze completely.

"Who? A core high-ranking member of the Heavenly Lotus Sect, Lotus Mist Pink Fiend."

"What?" One of the bystanders was stunned, as if in a dream. "Lotus Mist Powder Curse? Are you kidding me!"

"Are you kidding? Go ask around yourself, it's all over the place!"

For a moment, the noise inside the elegant building completely ceased.

Chen Ping'an, the garrison commander of Xuanling, returned with the head of the false celestial being!

Following his death amidst the raging waves, he created another sensational event that shook the mystical realm.

For more than half a month, Chen Ping'an, the savage swordsman, had not returned, and many people in Xuanling had started to tease and talk about it.

The mainstream ones are mainly divided into two types.

First, there's the Beauty's Fragrance and the Hero's Tomb. The brute has been away on a journey and hasn't returned, likely because he's deeply entangled and unable to extricate himself.

I wonder what kind of stunningly beautiful woman could attract the heart of such a proud and talented person as Mang Dao.

Furthermore, there are some unverified rumors that the person traveling with them is a female Grandmaster.

Such remarks naturally amplified the tone of the discussion.

Against the backdrop of the Mangdao's prolonged absence, public opinion was completely ignited.

Amidst this discussion, another possibility exists: after slaying Kuanglan Liedi, Mangdao, knowing the gravity of the situation, delayed his return, perhaps intending to handle it discreetly. Furthermore, under Bi Cang's oppressive aura, Mangdao may already be regretting his actions, realizing he shouldn't have gone so far, and that things have now escalated to a point where it's difficult to resolve.

Some even believe that Mang Dao's absence now is likely due to fear, and he is preparing to avoid Xuan Ling for some time.

Such opinions naturally crumbled in the face of the latest shocking news about Xuanling.

Some people questioned this, but then felt an invisible pressure amidst the silence of the major powers.

莽刀
They really killed a pseudo-celestial being!

Together with the woman accompanying him, they killed a pseudo-celestial being who was roaming Xuanling.

Xuanling Town Pacification Division. "False Celestial Being, False Celestial Being."

Tie Cangshan's hands, which resembled eagle claws, were trembling slightly, his expression filled with shock and disbelief.

"How could he possibly do that?" Leng Yunhe's face was pale, as if he had lost all his vitality. "He's only a Grandmaster!"

"It's been verified, this matter is true. The head of the false celestial being is still with Shen Huiqing, and we're preparing to report it to the Fusi to prove our merit." An Futai, the deputy head of Xuanling, looked solemn, his eyes filled with extreme fear: "They wouldn't joke about something like this."

The atmosphere within the entire Xuanling Town Guardian Division was extremely heavy, filled with an invisible but profound sense of awe and a tremor that could shake one's very soul.

"Wild Blade"

Tie Cangshan looked up, and it took him a long time to calm the turmoil in his heart.

"Go immediately to the Canglong garrison, prepare generous gifts to congratulate Lord Chen on his unparalleled achievements."

As soon as he finished speaking, the people in the room seemed to wake up from a dream and responded one after another.

"Absolutely. That's how it should be."

"I'll go and make the arrangements first."

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A brilliant new star has finally risen completely, surpassing all of them.

The Milky Way shines brightly.

"These are turbulent times."

At the Xiaguang Prefecture headquarters, Lantai Wen, dressed in a brocade robe, paced back and forth, pondering the recent fierce reactions from the Hengshan Sect and the impact of the Bi Cang regime on Xuanling.

Before he could even make any plans, his trusted subordinate came from outside to report that Mang Dao had returned with the head of the fake Celestial.

"what?"

Lan Taiwen's expression changed drastically; his years of self-control were no longer enough to maintain his composure at this moment.

"A pseudo-celestial being?"

His eyes widened, his expression trembling, no longer the composed man he once was.

"Provide a detailed report!"

Even after his subordinates finished reporting, his mind was still in turmoil, and he couldn't calm down his turbulent emotions even after drinking a cup of tea.

"Join hands to vanquish the false gods!"

He murmured to himself and put down the empty cup in his hand.

The heavens of Xuanling have changed.

"Pink Rose Apple!"

Upon seeing the message, Ji Changkong's face turned deathly pale, and in that instant, he appeared to have aged ten years.

"How is this possible! How is this possible!"

Ji Changkong staggered, his body swaying precariously, his expression somewhat deranged.

The noble air cultivated over the years vanished without a trace, as if swept away by a whirlwind. The gentle, refined, and courteous demeanor of this noble son, the extraordinary and elegant bearing, all disappeared at this moment.

Kuanglan Liedi died, which already damaged his prestige.

Now, things have come to this point, completely shaking his foundation.

Chen Ping'an, a man of fierce swordsmanship, was no more than twenty-eight years old.
How is that possible?!
A false celestial being! This is a false celestial being!
Even the most renowned grandmasters on the Wind and Cloud Ranking can only contend with them; to defeat and suppress them is to be ranked high on the Wind and Cloud Ranking.

Mangdao?

这.
Ji Changkong looked like he had gone mad. He staggered and sat down on the jade steps, completely losing his composure and dignity.

"Young Master." The maid Ning'er stood behind him and called out softly.

Ji Changkong murmured to himself, his face deathly pale, as if he hadn't noticed anything.

got windy.

Xuanling City, the Gu family's residence.

"Slaying a false celestial being with a sword?"

"Remnants of the Heavenly Lotus Sect?"

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With Elder Rong stationed in Xuanling, he naturally learned of the hot news circulating in Xuanling City immediately.

When he first learned of this, it took him a long time to calm the turmoil in his heart.

If the earth-shattering death of Kuanglan was enough to shock him, then this was a complete cataclysmic event. Even with his strong will, he found it difficult to accept for a time.

Chen Ping'an, the son-in-law of the Gu family's contemporary prodigy, actually killed a pseudo-celestial being?

这.
Old Rong's face was flushed, unable to hide his surging emotions.

Only at this moment did he realize what a true prodigy was!

Those who slay the false celestial beings are among the top on the leaderboard.

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After much thought, Mr. Rong finally managed to calm his racing heart and focus on the details in the message.

Join forces with the female Grandmaster to strike down the remnants of the Heavenly Lotus and the false Celestials?
That woman.
Thinking of the widespread rumors circulating recently, Mr. Rong couldn't sit still for a moment.

He immediately stood up, picked up a pen and wrote a letter. After a long while, he instructed his trusted subordinates.

"Send this letter to Canglong Prefecture City immediately, and please have the elders read it."

"Yes, Elder." The trusted subordinate took the letter and respectfully accepted the order.

After doing all this, Rong Lao's heart was still pounding with emotion. He paced back and forth, his feelings hard to express.

"No, we still have to go to the Azure Dragon's base."

Once he made up his mind, he quickly walked out of the room.

Whether it was the slaying of the false celestial with a wild blade, or the trip with a beautiful woman and their joint attack, it had a profound impact on the Gu family and was of great importance.

Previously, he could have regarded the trip together as a romantic affair of a young prodigy, another romantic escapade of Chen Ping'an.

But now
That should not be taken lightly.

The two went out of the city and together fought against the false Celestial Lotus, forging a bond of friendship through thick and thin. The woman was no ordinary person either; anyone capable of defeating a false Celestial, even if only as an assistant, would be exceptionally outstanding among Grandmasters.

A female grandmaster!
We shared hardships and were of one mind with each other.
These words, when put together, gave Rong Lao an unspeakable sense of crisis.

The engagement was arranged, but there's never been a rule in this world that an engagement can't be broken off!
How can he be allowed to take this matter lightly?

"Miss Lan?"

After learning the other party's specific information from Shen Huiqing, Rong Lao's expression did not relax at all.

While it claims to be specific information, it's really just a name and surname.

He was preoccupied with important matters and wanted to know more: "Lord Shen, could you please give me more information?"

"Elder Rong, that's all I know. If you wish to ask further questions, you should consult the master."

Shen Huiqing politely declined.

In fact, if it weren't for the engagement with the Gu family, she wouldn't have revealed even this much information to Elder Rong. As for anything else, she was mostly just guessing.

However, even if she knew this, she wouldn't say anything more without the adults' permission.

This time, the fame spread throughout Xuanling and the reports of merits were all done by the adults; she was merely the person in charge.

Even now, she still admires the adult's powerful spirit.

Such a move, a mysterious and profound situation, is difficult to resolve on its own!
Given your current status, even a powerful force like the Prince of Bicang's Mansion wouldn't dare to offend you so vehemently. Even if the Prince of Bicang's Mansion wanted to do something, the Zhenfu Division would likely not approve it once the merits were reported.

Within the Bicang territory, although the Northern Border Garrison Command has not established a governing body, it does have a field survey commissioner. With the powerful influence of the Northern Border above and the reputation of the prodigy below, along with the assistance of the Gu family and the prestige of various states, even if the Bicang Prince's Mansion wanted to do something, it would probably not be so easy.

Furthermore, this single incident alone suggests that the Gu family's regard for adults has risen significantly.

Looking at the Gu family today, the only one truly active in the public eye is Gu Zhengnan, a pseudo-celestial being. Although he is close to the top level, his path has ultimately ended, and he has no more potential.

On the other hand, the master is now riding high, seemingly on the verge of becoming a god. He slew a pseudo-celestial being with his sword. Even with the assistance of others and the fact that the opponent was not at his peak, such combat power is probably among the top-tier experts even within the Gu family.

While his combat strength may not match Gu Zhengnan's, there are few others who can rival him.

In such a situation, although the two sides are allies, the roles of offense and defense have been reversed!
Although you are the son-in-law of the Gu family, I fear you could use this to gain control of the Gu family and influence central decision-making. If the Gu family truly wants to win you over, they will likely have to offer even greater incentives.

Otherwise, given your current talent, let alone the Azure Lands, there are probably quite a few forces in the Northern Territory that are eager to win you over.

Although the eldest daughter of the Gu family is pampered, she is probably still far inferior to the current adults.

For some reason, Shen Huiqing's mood changed, and she thought of the silver-white longsword that the master always wore at his waist. It was silver and shiny, dazzling to the eye.

“Lord Shen, you may not know this, but this sword was a gift from my wife before she entered my marriage. It carries my longing and I have worn it ever since, never forgetting my love for her.”

The adult's voice seemed to still echo in my ears.

Shen Huiqing pursed her red lips slightly, her eyes trembling, and a hint of hope and longing appeared in her almond-shaped eyes.

"The Gu family's daughter is truly lucky."

Looking at the garden full of plants, Shen Huiqing stood there for a long time before finally letting out a sigh.

Some things are best kept in your heart. Some people are a blessing to meet, and you shouldn't ask for more.

The news that Chen Ping'an, the valiant swordsman, had led a female Grandmaster to slay the remnants of the Heavenly Lotus Sect and return with the head of a pseudo-Celestial Being spread rapidly in all directions after he killed Kuanglan Liedi.

Moreover, with an extremely terrifying momentum and force, it swept across several surrounding states. Such important news was spread rapidly by various forces through their exclusive channels.

In this atmosphere, Chen Ping'an devoted himself to cultivation, experimenting with the secret water formula and tempering his physique. His cultivation of the Five Poisons and Earthly Fiends was also progressing steadily, and with each breakthrough in his realm, his cultivation speed actually increased.

And so, nearly half a month passed.

The once-dormant Great Qian Dynasty Ranking List has finally reappeared before the world in its most glorious form.

The Ranking of Heroes has been updated, now covering the four borders of the dynasty and the changing winds of the world.

A hidden dragon and a prodigy have ascended to the top of the list of heroes!

In an instant, the momentum was tremendous, and the winds and clouds trembled.

(End of this chapter)