The Great Martial Saint!

Chapter 841: A Stormy Update, All Sides in Motion (Seeking Monthly Tickets~)

The popularity rankings have been updated!

"What? It's been updated?"

"Let me see who's on the list this time? Is it the Hundred-Kill Spear King from the East, or the Thousand-Stroke Fist from the West? Those two were a real shame before, almost making it onto the list. Hmm? This..."

"What's wrong, Brother Liu?" someone asked curiously.

"Mangdao! Mangdao made the list!" The man looked like he'd seen a ghost.

"Mangdao?" The speaker paused for a moment before remembering who Mangdao was: "Hidden Dragon Prodigy, Mangdao Chen Ping'an! He made it onto the list?"

He looked incredulous. Last time the Hidden Dragon update came out, although Mang Dao had power similar to Feng Yun, he was still at least two levels away from making the list.

"His speed is really impressive. Let me see where he ranks? Seventy-first or seventy-second?"

"See for yourself." The man's expression changed, and his eyes flickered.

"Could it be that they've even made it into the top seventy?" As he spoke, he looked down and then froze on the spot.

Then, like everyone else, he had a look of utter disbelief.

This scene attracted even more attention.

"What's wrong, you two?"

The list was then displayed, and a light screen appeared, leaving everyone present stunned.

This...this.
How is that possible?!
The Great Qian Dynasty's Ranking of Heroes: Seventy-two Grandmasters of the Wind and Cloud.

As long as they are not too old, every Grandmaster of the Wind and Clouds, theoretically speaking, has the potential to advance to the realm of Martial Arts Celestial.

Any grandmaster who is renowned and influential, especially one who is under three hundred years old, is a key target of attention for various forces.

The latest update of the popularity rankings has naturally attracted the attention of countless forces.

Many factions, filled with curiosity, observed the changes in the Rankings. They wondered if there were shifts in rankings or if someone had ascended to the top, achieving the title of Grandmaster of the Rankings.

In this state of mind, they saw the name of Chen Ping'an, the ruthless swordsman, on the list.

"The Savage Blade? It's the Hidden Dragon Prodigy!"

"Another promising young talent has made the list?"

"The Northern Border of the Dynasty, the Azure Lands"

"Guards, immediately retrieve Mang Dao's detailed information and add him to the list of key targets for investigation!"

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This day was destined to be anything but peaceful, as a document about the ruthless Chen Ping'an appeared on the desks of countless powerful figures.

"Chen Ping'an, the 'Mangdao,' was born in a county town under the jurisdiction of Canglong Prefecture in the Bicang region. He was born into a humble family and served as a probationary officer in the Lixiang Town Administration Office. He was never officially registered. Later, he successively served as the commander of Baishi City, the patrolman of the outer trade route, and the commander of Wufeng Mountain City."
He was once listed on the Dragon and Tiger Rankings, broke through to the Grandmaster realm in Canglong Prefecture City, and in the same month that he broke the two-thousand-year record of Canglong Prefecture's most outstanding talents, he was betrothed to the Gu family of Canglong.
Later, he was transferred to Beicang, serving as the deputy garrison commander of a key town on the trade route. He represented Canglong in battle during an exchange between the two states. Currently, he serves as the garrison commander of Xuanling City in Canglong State, and is also registered in the Northern Border Garrison Command, holding the rank of deputy commander.
Specific battle records: Outside Xuanling City, a fierce battle raged, splitting the earth. He joined forces with someone to slay a pseudo-Celestial Being from the Heavenly Lotus Sect. Based on the rankings, the person he joined forces with is suspected to be a prodigy on the Hidden Dragon Ranking, Lan Yingjun.

Information and data were continuously compiled and presented to the leaders and core executives of various forces.

And the name of Chen Ping'an, the valiant swordsman, truly resounded throughout the four borders of the dynasty. Following his reputation as a prodigy among hidden dragons, he was now honored as a grandmaster of the winds and clouds.

The fact that both lists are listed side by side is truly remarkable, a testament to the harmony between heaven and humanity!

The Eastern Border of the Great Qian Dynasty, the Divine Water Palace.

"The Ranking of Heroes has been updated, and some promising talents have been added?"

"Chen Ping'an, the Brute."

"Hanxing, as the Holy Son of my Divine Water Palace, you will surely ascend to the Celestial Realm within a year at most, and restore the name of my Divine Water Palace."

"Yes," a black-haired youth replied respectfully.

His eyes shone like cold stars, reflecting the names on the leaderboard.

"Chen Ping'an"

The western border of the Great Qian Dynasty.

"Elder, a prodigy has made it onto the list, and he's from the same cohort as the Holy Maiden."

"Oh? Let me see."

"Chen Ping'an?" A man examined the information: "Fifteenth in the Wind and Cloud ranks, not bad. However, he's still far from being as good as Junior Sister Yiren. Junior Sister is currently studying a secret technique, so there's no need to disturb her."

"Yes, elder."

The man with purple lips smiled and quickly looked away, seemingly unconcerned.

While the Grandmaster of Wind and Cloud was indeed amazing, they could take it in stride, considering them as former top geniuses.

Back in the day, my junior sister Yiren, despite her ability to control poison and display no extraordinary abilities, was still ranked among the top ten in the martial arts world. Although Mang Dao is excellent, he is far inferior to my junior sister Yiren.

Now, my junior sister Yiren has ascended to the realm of celestial beings, studying secret techniques in pursuit of great divine cultivation. That brute force...
They're not even worthy of carrying her shoes anymore.

In the end, this world still belongs to the prodigies of the Treasure Body!
While mortal prodigies are remarkable, their natural talents eventually run out. Even if they reach the same realm, they will feel despair due to the terrifying pressure and special physique amplification of those with precious physiques.

Both are prodigies, but a prodigy with a mortal body is no match for a prodigy with a precious body!
The man with purple lips pursed his lips slightly, his skin was pale, and he looked weak, as if he had just recovered from a serious illness.

"If Junior Sister Yiren truly succeeds in this secret technique, even I will likely find it difficult to get close to her."

After entering the Celestial Realm, Junior Sister Yiren's Body of Ten Thousand Poisons became increasingly unreasonable.

Even when intentionally restrained, it possesses an extremely terrifying and domineering poisonous power.

Now, we can only hope that our master can find the Pure Marrow Jade Rhinoceros and the Pure Heaven Water as soon as possible to solve the problem of our junior sister's poisonous body.

The purple-lipped man's gaze drifted far away, beyond the rolling mountains, landing on a valley shrouded in poisonous mist in the distance.

"Junior sister."

Southern border of the Great Qian Dynasty.

From the Seven-Colored Cloud Pavilion and the Wonderful Sound Qin Workshop, melodious qin music emanates, its beautiful sound lingering for three days, its echoes never ceasing.

Unfortunately, the beautiful music only lasted for a short while before it completely disappeared.

"I'm so tired." Behind the magnificent and exquisite long table sat a pretty young girl in a gorgeous dress. She patted her shoulders and said in a charmingly innocent manner, "Let's eat something first."

Her eyes lit up, and she reached for the pastry and fruit platter on the side.

"Jade Book".

A clear, melodious voice rang out, causing the young girl to freeze in place.

"Mother~ Why are you here?"

"If I don't come soon, you'll slack off again."

Inside the Cloud Pavilion, a woman in a long dress appeared out of nowhere, dignified, serene, and exceptionally elegant.

"Mom~ I didn't slack off~ I did everything you said and I've reached the heavens. I'm just tired from playing, so I'll take a break~" the girl said sweetly.

Looking at the girl in front of her with a fawning smile, the woman smiled helplessly.

"Then take a break, and when you're rested, continue playing."

"Thank you, Mother!" the girl cheered and jumped up.

"You," the woman said affectionately, tapping the girl's forehead, "you're so old, yet you still act like a child."

"I'm just a child with my mother." The girl's mouth was stuffed with pastries, her voice was muffled, and she looked incredibly naive.

"You're still a child. These past few days, the clan has been preparing to arrange your marriage."

Upon hearing this, the girl's eyes widened: "Marriage?"

"Mother, I'm still young, I don't want to get married." The girl snuggled into the woman's arms, took her hand, and said coquettishly, "I want to stay with you and Father forever."

“You silly child, there’s no reason for you to remain unmarried. As a prestigious family, the Ruan family has its own rules and regulations regarding marriage.”

"Mom~ No, no~" the girl shook the woman's arm.

The woman sighed and patted the girl's head: "Alright, alright. As the pride of my Ruan family, you won't be so hasty about marriage. I've put aside the other people the clan suggested for now."

"Mother, you're the best!" the girl exclaimed, burying her head in her mother's arms. "I don't want to get married. What if people bully me if I get married?"

"Silly child." The woman stroked the girl's hair. "You are the pearl of my Ruan family, the daughter of Ruan Luoyang. How can you marry out? If anyone is to marry, it should be someone else."

"Then I don't want to get married either." The girl closed her eyes, but her mouth kept bulging: "If I meet someone I don't like, I'll be so bored later. Just like my aunt."

The woman felt a surge of pity and comforted her, saying, "Yushu, I promise you, I will definitely ask for your opinion on your marriage. If you don't like it, no matter what anyone in the clan says, it won't matter."

"Really?" The girl straightened her head, her eyes sparkling.

"Really." The woman smiled indulgently.

"Thank you, Mother~" The girl smiled sweetly, her eyes crinkling, looking incredibly pretty. "Then, Mother, I'll eat first~"

Seeing the girl's carefree attitude, the woman looked helpless. Her elegant and dignified dress was now stained with crumbs of pastries.

Ruan Luoyang, who rose to fame at a young age, became renowned throughout the Southern Territory. Through her cultivation journey, she became invincible and a leading figure of her time.

In her youth, she was a renowned figure in the capital city, among the royal family and nobility.

Even today, the elders of the royal family dare not disrespect her.

Unexpectedly, in the end, he was outmaneuvered by a delicate young girl.

There's nothing I can do.
Because she's her daughter.

With exceptional talent and musical ability, he surpasses his predecessors.

Ruan Luoyang smiled, and in a clear, melodious voice, the crumbs of pastry that had clung to her dress vanished without a trace.

Looking at the carefree girl in front of her, her gaze softened, and she suppressed the idea of ​​an early marriage.

At noon today, an elder presented a list of outstanding young talents from across the four regions, contained within a jade slip. Those listed are suitable matches for Yu Shu, and marriage arrangements can be considered. Among them are scions of noble families, legitimate heirs, and even successors of renowned powerhouses.
She had reviewed all the candidates on the jade slip, and they basically met the requirements.

She had come here today intending to show it to Yushu. However, looking at her charming and innocent appearance, she somehow changed her mind in the end.

perhaps
The jewel in her family should be chosen more carefully.

In one of the halls of the Ruan family's palace, several elders stood quietly, and in front of them, on a blue and white jade slip, one name after another was displayed.

Below each person's profile are detailed information about their personality, character, conduct, and talents.
The scene changes, and in one scene, it freezes in mid-air.

The information appeared, arranged word by word.

The third recommended candidate is from the northern border of the Great Qian Dynasty, the Bi Cang region. He has made it onto the Wind and Cloud Ranking and is currently enjoying great popularity. He is exceptionally talented and has a 90% chance of advancing to the Martial Arts Celestial Realm!

She is currently engaged to the eldest daughter of the Canglong Gu family, and the engagement has been in place for over two years.

Chen Ping'an, a hidden dragon and a fierce swordsman!
The Snow God Palace in the northern border of the Great Qian Dynasty.

"Oh? Another Grandmaster of the Wind and Cloud Sect has made the list?"

"A wild blade! Interesting!"

"Another rising star has emerged, taking center stage. Our Northern Territory truly is teeming with talent!"

"Chen Ping'an, the 'Wild Blade'! Make a note of this. Perhaps we can win him over someday. If he's willing, we can make an exception and recruit him into our Snow God Palace. Our Snow God Palace also has the Ice and Snow Blade Scroll, which can be used for the cultivation of the blade."

"Yes, Fifth Elder."

"Elder Mi, that's quite rare. It's rare to hear you show such favor to a man."

"So what if he's male? As long as he's outstanding, he can join my Snow God Palace. Mang Dao is exceptionally talented, meeting my expectations. What, do you have a problem with that?"

"No, no, not at all. I'm just curious, if we were to recruit him, what position would we place him in?"

"Resettlement? Let's talk about that after we recruit them. The Northern Garrison Command might not be willing to release them!"

"Fifth Elder, your insight into the subtle and your vision are truly remarkable. I admire you."

"Hey, what do you mean by that, Luo?"

"It doesn't mean anything, I was just complimenting you."

"Praise me? Is that how you praise someone?"

"Look at you! You've lost every trace of the aloof beauty of the Snow Goddess Palace. If those affiliated forces outside knew about your temper now, they'd laugh their heads off. What are you doing?!"

"Hey Luo, I think you want to fight!"

"Wrong, wrong, don't do it!"

"Look at your cowardly appearance. You are a renowned cultivator who has been famous for many years and is only one step away from entering the fourth realm. You don't even dare to make a move! Fine, I'll let you off."

"Hehe, thank you Elder Mi."

"What did you call me?"

"Elder Mi!"

Say it again!

"Let go, let go, you were wrong, you were wrong, Mi'er."

"That's more like it."

"Didn't you say that when you're out in public, you should use your official title?"

"Do you see anyone around? I must have been blind to choose you as my Daoist partner."

"Isn't it me who's blind?" the man covered in snow muttered to himself.

"What did you say?"

"nothing."

"I think you're going to die!"

Pong!
Snowflakes fluttered down, and the weather changed abruptly. Inside the icy snow palace, prisms rose up.

Whoosh!
A flash of light appeared, followed by a figure in a snow-white robe: "Senior Sister Mi, a report from the outer sect says that Li'er has returned, and the Palace Master summons us." Before she could finish speaking, she paused upon seeing the scene before her: "You two, please continue."

After saying that, she disappeared without looking back.

"Hey, don't go! You've come at just the right time!"

"Look at your cowardly appearance. Forget it, Li'er is back. Let's not argue with her for now. We'll settle the score with you when she gets back."

"that."

"Speak quickly if you have something to say."

"The Palace Master wants us to go over there for a discussion later. What should I call you?"

What do you think?!

"what?"

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The Northern Border of the Great Qian Dynasty, the Beihai Merchant Alliance.

"Another promising young talent has made it onto the list of successful candidates."

"Chen Ping'an, the young generation these days are truly not to be underestimated. It hasn't been long, and they've already brought back the heads of pseudo-celestial beings."

"That was done by a joint effort."

"Of course I know, otherwise how could the ranking be so low? Anyone who can slay a pseudo-celestial being, no matter how weak, should be ranked in the top ten."

"Speaking of which, the girl who joined forces with him, Lan Yingjun? Her combat strength has actually reached this level?"

"It's uncertain, but this woman is extraordinary. Since she appeared on the list, her ranking has been constantly changing, and the speed at which she has changed is probably among the top in several generations of the Hidden Dragon List!"

On the magnificent stone chair of the "Five Poisons" statue, someone was deep in thought.

In the huge venue, people from all sides sat around, discussing the changes in the rankings.

"The Fifteenth Chapter of the Storm: This Savage Blade"

"Joining forces to defeat the false Celestial and behead him! Such combat power!"

"The hidden dragon prodigy, Chen Ping'an, the valiant swordsman! When the next episode of Hidden Dragon is released, his ranking will probably rise a few more places."

"It's not just a few, he could probably be ranked directly in the top ten of the Hidden Dragons! Among the current Hidden Dragon prodigies on the Wind and Cloud Ranking, he could easily rank second, second only to Li Wangchen, the Cloud Pavilion Swordsman."

"Such talent is simply terrifying. In just a few months, he has reached this point. I would not be surprised if he were to ascend to the celestial realm in the future."

"That's true. But ascending to the Celestial Realm isn't easy. After all, there are countless geniuses in the world, but only a very small minority can truly ascend to the Celestial Realm."

"That being said, for Mang Dao, this shouldn't be a big problem; it's just a matter of time."

"That's true. In my opinion, within twenty years, the Mangdao (a type of martial arts technique) has the potential to reach the realm of the celestial beings!"

"Twenty years? You underestimate Mang Dao. Ten years, at most ten years, and he will become a celestial being!"

"Ten years!? How old was he back then!? Not even forty!"

"Yeah, so what?"

"Do you know that there are countless geniuses in the world? To reach the Celestial Realm before the age of one hundred already shows the potential for great cultivation. If one is under fifty, then one is an unparalleled prodigy. Such beings are few and far between even in the dozens of generations of the Hidden Dragon Ranking. The Savage Blade Celestial Realm is within reach, but before forty, it's probably difficult!"

"Haha, you don't believe me?"

"Do not believe."

"We'll see when we get there."

"Okay, let's make a bet."

"No problem, what should we bet on?"

"I'll bet you your treasured elixirs, I refuse to believe it."

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The news that Chen Ping'an, the "Hidden Dragon Prodigy" and "Wild Blade," has ascended to the Wind and Cloud Ranking has stirred up quite a storm across the four territories of the dynasty.

Righteous Path, Demonic Path, Evil Path, Suppression Division, Qiankun Division, Great Qian Military, Aristocratic Families
Major powers, including some powerful rogue cultivators, are paying attention to this matter.

As the dominant force within the Bicang territory, the Bicang Prince's Mansion was naturally the first to bear the brunt.

"The Fifteenth in the Storm?" After leaving her godfather's place, Liang Xiaoxian felt completely dazed.

The news of Kuanglan Liedi's death had already reached her, which already astonished her, but the subsequent list shocked and horrified her even more.

She still remembered the feeling she had when the Mangdao suddenly appeared behind her during her recruitment of him. She thought she had glimpsed the pinnacle of Mangdao, but who could have predicted that the pinnacle of Mangdao was far more than that.

That day, she unleashed a devastating storm, intending to take action and forcibly win them over. However, the Gu family thwarted her plans, and she thought the matter was over.

But unexpectedly, when they heard the news again, the earth was ravaged by a raging storm, and they had become victims of the sword and skeletons in a tomb.

Liang Xiaoxian, nicknamed "Rangdao," was shocked and speechless with astonishment.

This was the first time she had ever seen such a profound shock on her godfather's face.

"Such a prodigy was born in my Azure Land?"

Liang Xiaoxian's mind was in turmoil, as if she had witnessed the rise of a top-tier prodigy.

"Hahaha, the fifteenth in the Storm Riders series! Hahaha!"

"Who says the Gu family has no one to rely on! Who says the Gu family is facing a generational gap! Fengyun Fifteen, Fengyun Fifteen!"

"Ping An's talent is truly astonishing." After sitting for a long time, with a shocked expression, Elder Hua finally said these words.

Inside the Gu family's elders' hall, everyone was shocked and amazed, overjoyed and it took them a long time to calm down.

Even so, it was hard to describe the joy and celebration in the hall.

The Gu family's prodigy, and my Gu family's son-in-law!
Among the various opinions, one of the elders suddenly thought of something.

"Old Master Lan, how is Qingcheng?"

As soon as he finished speaking, the atmosphere in the room froze for a moment.

As if awakened by these words, they realized that beneath the joy, there were still hidden worries.

Old Lan's expression was complicated. He remained silent for a long time before finally letting out a sigh.

Initially, the elders decided to take Qingcheng with them to Xuanling, with her persuading them. However, in the end, they went along with Qingcheng's wishes and she led the team to Xuanling alone.

But now, looking back, a sense of regret grows in her heart and lingers endlessly.

"If she had been a little more assertive back then, then..."

Recalling what he had seen and heard in Xuanling City, Elder Lan's feelings became even more complicated.

A man as stunningly beautiful as Ping An is never short of women, nor is he lacking in admirers. Although Qingcheng is nominally engaged, if things continue as they are, without any initiative, then…
"Alas," Old Lan sighed deeply.

Ping An is a good boy and considerate of Qingcheng, but Ping An's patience is ultimately limited. Unrequited love cannot last forever, especially for a great man like Ping An who stands tall in the world.

His previous attitude of no longer actively seeking to see Qingcheng when he came to the Gu family was evident.

If this continues, then
The people in the room had clearly grasped the key point. Many faces, while still jubilant, now bore a hint of worry.

Ultimately, it was Elder Xuan who made the decision, and Elder Lan was tasked with doing more work on Qingcheng.

In some matters, even though they care about their families, they still need to take the initiative.

Ping An is a polite and grateful person, but now that he has established his power, he can no longer be treated like a junior.

Ping An is indeed Gu Jia's husband, but if he is treated like this, then Gu Jia is ungrateful and doesn't understand the bigger picture.

He cares for his family so much, so Qingcheng, as the eldest daughter of the Gu family, should care for them even more.

Ping An is not only a beautiful husband, but also a respected guest of the family. In the future, he will be a key figure in making major decisions.

You must not let Qingcheng's feelings affect your relationship with Ping An. Although Qingcheng is a young lady from a respectable family, your relationship is already established, so there's nothing wrong with having more private interactions.

In this respect, they, as elders, are quite open-minded.

"Elder Lan, I'll have to trouble you with Qingcheng. If that's not possible, you can try to communicate with her through the Council of Elders. I believe she will understand."

"Yes, I understand," Elder Lan replied, his expression already showing a decision.

This matter is not just about Qingcheng alone, but also about the overall situation of her Gu family. In the current Bicang region, no, in the current Northern Border, there are probably quite a few people who want to win over Ping An.

They placed their bets early on, winning over Ping An, but this win-win situation ultimately requires effort from both sides; one-sided efforts may not last.

As a means of maintaining an emotional bond, Qingcheng is a point they can address relatively quickly. Such a matter should not be taken lightly.

In addition, there's the matter of marriage.
Can we do it earlier?

These thoughts only lingered in Elder Lan's mind. The peace of today is not the peace of the past; many things, even for them, require full consideration of Ping An's opinions.

Such matters should be discussed in detail, and the method of communication during the process is extremely important, so as not to cause Ping An any displeasure.

With the major issues settled, Elder Lan stepped in to coordinate the matter, giving Qingcheng more initiative. As elders, they were understanding and wouldn't hold it against her, putting Qingcheng at ease.

Furthermore, let Elder Lan step forward to elaborate on Ping An's talent, charisma, and vision, thereby raising Qingcheng's awareness of potential crises.

The consensus on this matter has been reached, but people still feel uneasy.

Although the engagement has been arranged, as long as the marriage hasn't taken place, everything is still subject to change. Ping An is grateful and reasonable, but what if a woman he prefers is placed before him?

He might change his mind someday. Even if the marriage agreement remains unchanged, his social status will likely be affected.

Now that Qingcheng has married into the family, she is in the position of the principal wife, but if things continue like this, it may not be the case.

This incident has served as a wake-up call and a warning to them; they must take this matter seriously. If it is truly as recorded on the Ranking of Heroes, that woman is indeed a peerless prodigy who has shared hardships with them and is a female Grandmaster of exceptional talent.

In terms of talent, ability, and experience, she far surpasses Qingcheng. Compared to Qingcheng, Qingcheng has absolutely no advantage.

As for the Gu family's influence, with Ping An's growing power and established dominance, this factor is gradually fading away.

In terms of combat power, Ping An today is on par with the pseudo-Celestials!

With these thoughts in mind, the meeting of the Gu family elders came to a close. The elders could not hide their worries, and these worries grew even stronger with the arrival of a letter from Elder Rong, a family elder within the Xuanling territory.

As time passed, amidst the upheavals and clamor of the world, Chen Ping'an's cultivation finally reached a crucial juncture.

After numerous trials, his bloodline tempering and poison resistance training finally reached a new level.

The cultivation progressed steadily, and the formula for body tempering was officially finalized.

Within Xuanling City, the hustle and bustle continued, while undercurrents surged in the Azure Land. But Chen Ping'an remained unmoved, continuing his secluded cultivation.

With the wind and clouds, he made a name for himself; with his talent, he established his reputation!
Chen Ping'an, a man of fierce swordsmanship, rose to prominence and shone brightly in the world.

In this atmosphere, his achievements were reported to the Northern Border Garrison through special channels.

(End of this chapter)