The Great Martial Saint!

Chapter 852 A Fairy of Unparalleled Beauty, Her Own Tale! (A Daoist Couple in Life and Death, A Noisy Profound Spirit, Thank you for the reward, Alliance Leader~)

"and many more!"

Just as Chen Ping'an arrived outside the Shanshui Manor and was about to board the carriage, he heard a voice behind him.

He slowly turned his head, and a figure that he could clearly see through his divine sense came into view.

The newcomer was tall and handsome, with a gentle demeanor, and was followed by a woman.

"So it's Young Master Ji." Chen Ping'an's expression was calm, and his voice was gentle, completely unlike his previous indifferent demeanor.

"Young Master Ji, what advice do you have for me?"

"Lord Chen is exceptionally talented and his influence is unparalleled. I dare not ask for your guidance in person." Ji Changkong stopped, bowed, and performed a meticulous salute.

"There is one thing I don't understand, and I would like to ask Lord Chen about it."

“Young Master Ji, please speak freely.” Chen Ping’an slowly turned around, his expression calm.

Shen Huiqing, her skirt swaying slightly, stood behind Chen Ping'an, just like a dutiful subordinate.

"Was it the Five Poisons Earthly Fiend Palm that Young Master Chen used at the banquet?"

"Exactly." Chen Ping'an nodded: "Young Master Ji has excellent taste."

He used the Five Poisons Earthly Fiend Palm at the banquet, and since he had used it, he had no intention of hiding this skill.

Although the Five Poisons Earthly Fiend Palm is a niche and unpopular technique, with the rise to fame of Little Five Poisons Lan Yingjun, many practitioners have come to understand the unique characteristics of this skill.

"Chang Kong earnestly asks again." Ji Chang Kong flicked his sleeve in a salute and stepped forward: "May I ask, Young Master Chen, where did you obtain this Five Poisons Earthly Fiend Palm technique?"

As he spoke, Ji Changkong looked up, his gentle tone masking a hint of piercing gaze.

"Oh? Young Master Ji is interested in this as well?"

Ji Changkong didn't speak, he just looked at Chen Ping'an. He clasped his hands together, his eyes filled with an indescribable persistence and determination.

Chen Ping'an looked at Ji Changkong with a calm and unwavering gaze.

"I humbly request that you inform me, Lord Chen." Ji Changkong bowed again.

"Doesn't Young Master Ji already know?" Chen Ping'an smiled, turned around, and climbed onto the carriage.

Shen Huiqing's sleeves fell down, revealing a section of her snow-white wrist, and she lifted the carriage curtain for him.

With a gentle wave of her delicate hand, a delicate fragrance wafted through the air.

Ji Changkong stood still, watching Shen Huiqing board the carriage, and the two rode together in the same car.

"You are not worthy of Qingcheng!" Ji Changkong suddenly spoke as the carriage slowly began to move, his voice sounding hoarse.

"Young Master Ji, let's go back."

On the frame, Chen Ping'an stretched out a hand and gently waved it.

"Whether she is worthy or not, let Qingcheng decide for herself."

Upon hearing this, Ji Changkong was struck dumb, his body lurched, and he almost lost his balance.

"Young Master." Ning'er reached out and helped him up.

The wheels rolled over the stone slabs, and the carriage gradually moved further and further away until it disappeared completely into the distance.

Ji Changkong raised his head listlessly and looked at the woman who had been by his side the whole time. He suddenly grabbed her arm, his eyes filled with pain.

"Ning'er, he's not good enough for Qingcheng, is he? He's not good enough for Qingcheng."

Feeling the pressure on her arm and looking at the young master in front of her, a hint of heartache flashed across Ning'er's cold, expressionless face.

“Yes, young master, he is not worthy.” Ning’er’s voice carried a rare hint of gentleness.

"He's not good enough, he's not good enough, haha, he's not good enough." Ji Changkong muttered to himself.

The Five Poisons Earthly Fiend Palm is the cultivation technique of Lan Yingjun, the Little Five Poisons.

Outside Xuanling City, he took his daughter for a stroll.

He rode in the same vehicle as a woman without any attempt to conceal it.

Despite being engaged, he shows no restraint; such behavior disgraces Qingcheng!
A rough and ruthless man is definitely not a perfect match for a beautiful woman!

He kept comforting himself, but Chen Ping'an's parting words kept echoing in his mind.

"Whether she is worthy or not, let Qingcheng decide for herself."

Let Qingcheng herself give her evaluation.
All the comfort turned into a powerless dejection.

Ji Changkong, the "alluring beauty," hung his head, his eyes dim, lost and bewildered.

"Young Master." Ning'er grasped her hand, her eyes filled with tenderness. She wanted to comfort her, but didn't know what to say.

She wanted to gently stroke the young master to soothe the pain in his heart, but in the end, trembling, the desire remained only in her heart.

All the tenderness and pity were transformed into a sigh and those silent words.

Young Master, there are still many wonderful things in this world waiting for you.

"How is it?"

Ji Mingchang's expression was gloomy, as if a volcano was hidden in his chest.

“Elder Hui, Yan Keqing’s injuries are too severe. He is barely clinging to life with the help of secret medicine, but the evil poison has entered his body. If the evil energy is not removed in time, his life will be in danger at any time.”

The accompanying guest elders reported on the latest progress in the treatment.

"Evil energy and poisonous power?" Ji Mingchang's expression grew increasingly gloomy, as if a volcano was about to erupt.

He suppressed his emotions and directed the specifics: "In the name of the Prince of Bicang's Mansion, request Master Hua to take action, supplemented with an antidote pill. In addition, two guest elders will take turns caring for him, maintaining his true energy to eradicate the evil poison."

"Yes, elder."

Elder Keqing respectfully acknowledged the order and departed.

Ji Mingchang's face was dark and gloomy, almost black.

"Chen Ping'an"

"My lord, your talent is exceptional and your combat prowess is astonishing. I, Huiqing, am deeply impressed."

On the vehicle, Shen Huiqing spoke eloquently, praising Chen Ping'an's domineering palm strike.

Her almond-shaped eyes were bright and clear, her gaze trembling slightly, her expression filled with admiration and respect.

At this moment, she gathered her skirt, and beneath her slender figure, she displayed an unusually girlish demeanor.

Such a scene is rarely seen, let alone by others, even by Chen Ping'an.

If Shen Huiqing's former subordinates were to see this, even if they did, they probably wouldn't believe it.

The usually assertive Manager Shen actually had this kind of attitude.

Feeling the undisguised admiration in his eyes, Chen Ping'an remained calm and said nothing.

Watching Shen Huiqing lean closer to him, her subconscious intimacy and complete lack of guardedness made Chen Ping'an even suspect that if he wanted to, he could probably get things done right there in the carriage.

but
Although he was a womanizer, he was not vulgar.

Ultimately, some things require mutual consent.

Especially now that Ji Changkong has spoken up to question him, he has absolutely no interest in that matter.

It is wonderful to let anyone pick it.

But it also depends on whether the timing is right and whether one is in the mood.

In addition, once things start, this simple superior-subordinate relationship may change.

He already has enough romantic entanglements; it's best not to add to his troubles unnecessarily.

The carriage traveled along and soon arrived at the foot of Xuanling Mountain.

"Huiqing, I'll leave the garrison duties to you. I'll be in seclusion for a few days, and once this matter is settled, I'll resume my duties as usual. If you need anything in the next few days, you can come to the Xuanling Residence to find me."

After declining Shen Huiqing's offer to get off the car with him and accompany her, Chen Ping'an gave a few instructions and then climbed off the vehicle alone.

"Please take care, my lord." Shen Huiqing gave a graceful bow, her skirt trailing on the ground.

She was dressed to the nines for today's grand banquet, and her demeanor was quite different from her usual style.

This added to the beauty of her mature jasmine plant.

But this stunning beauty seemed to vanish in front of Chen Ping'an.

Only after the adults had left did the smile on Shen Huiqing's face gradually fade until it disappeared completely.

She looked at the seats where the adults were sitting in the car, and recalled her almost obvious hints, and sighed softly.

"This sword was a gift from my betrothed wife. It carries my longing and I have worn it ever since, never forgetting my love for her."

A thin mist appeared in her almond-shaped eyes, and the words spoken by the adult in the past came to mind.

"grown ups."

She had never been in love in her early years and had never married, but now she had met a handsome and extraordinary man in the world. Even if it was just a fleeting affair, she wanted to experience that feeling.

Even if it's just a brief taste, and a stormy night ensues, she will never regret it.

可.
Shen Huiqing slowly closed her eyes.

Even though she hinted so obviously, the adults remained unmoved.

Besides a deep sense of loss, she also felt a profound and indescribable sense of defeat.

She gathered her skirts, recalling the handsome and imposing figure of the adult, her face flushed, and she felt a warm sensation.

"Lord Shen, we've arrived at our post." The voice of his trusted subordinate, Lin Qing'e, came from outside the carriage.

"Okay." Shen Huiqing's voice was gentle and pleasant as she stepped out of the carriage.

Lin Qing'e opened her eyes wide, her gaze filled with astonishment.

"My lord, my lord, she..."

Shen Huiqing seemed to sense Lin Qing'e's gaze, her skirt swayed slightly, and she turned back with a faint smile.

"I need to organize the recent information files so I can report to Lord Chen in person."

Shen Huiqing smiled gently, her bright eyes shining, like a beautiful flower in full bloom, radiant and captivating.

"Yes, sir." Looking at the incredibly lively sir, Lin Qing'e lowered her head guiltily, her mind racing with thoughts that seemed to be escalating.

She, sir.
She had changed into a dress. After riding in the same carriage with Lord Chen, she changed her makeup and dress.

The inside story behind this is thought-provoking.

Especially for Lin Qing'e, who had already glimpsed some clues, her imagination ran wild, and she even dared not look the adults in the eye.

Especially the adults' long, black hair that was already tied up high.

Both the adults and Lord Chen are powerful figures of their time, capable of easily isolating themselves from the outside world and ensuring that not a single sound is leaked out.

Along this journey.
Lin Qing'e suppressed her thoughts, not daring to think any further, for fear that the adults would find out.

She quickly followed the adults and entered the camp.

"May Your Excellency live a thousand years, a thousand years!"

Amidst greetings and welcoming voices, Lin Qing'e followed Shen Huiqing into the public room.

Who would have thought that someone so high above everyone else would bow down to someone else, their makeup and demeanor so similar?

Looking at the adult's long, black hair tied up high, Lin Qing'e couldn't help but think of this last thought.

hum~
In the meditation room of the Xuanling Mansion, Chen Ping'an raised his hand, and with a flash of spiritual light, more than a dozen objects appeared.

These were all prizes for the grand banquet, funded and contributed by various pseudo-celestial beings.

Among them were pills refined by Master Hua Dan, powerful medicinal herbs provided by Ji Changkong, and precious Snow Spirit Leaves provided by Lady Biluo.

After briefly checking and confirming that nothing was missing, Chen Ping'an put all the items away.

This prize was quite valuable, and even for him, it was a small gain.

However, most of these resources are of little use to him; they can only be stored up as bargaining chips or sold off as resources.

However, the rare Snow Spirit Leaf was quite effective for him. It could improve his condition and enhance his cultivation.

In fact, as his status rose and he came into contact with higher and higher levels, items that were rare in the past became more and more common.

He had initially obtained the Snow Spirit Leaf from Yao Guang, and despite his subsequent efforts, including entrusting the Gu family with the task, he had not acquired many. He even considered using the Five Blessings Merchant Guild to obtain this precious spiritual item from the Great Snow Mountain of the Snow God Palace through their channels.

After much scheming, he ultimately failed. In the end, he managed to obtain a large jar of rare Snow Spirit Leaves from Yun Ya, which finally satisfied his cultivation needs.

This series of twists and turns has certainly taken a lot of effort.

But now, it's easily obtained.

This dramatic turn of events is truly remarkable and leaves one with a sense of感慨 (gǎnkǎi, deep emotion/reflection).

Learn to be friends with time.

This was a lesson he learned when he was still very young.

Surprisingly, it still applies even today.

In just one or two years, things that were rare in the past are now easily obtained.

"We've replenished our supply of premium Snow Spirit Leaves again," Chen Ping'an said with a smile.

Even at his current level, the rare Snow Spirit Leaf can still provide him with considerable assistance. He just doesn't know if there are any other spiritual items that are even more effective at enhancing his abilities than the rare Snow Spirit Leaf.

If so, his cultivation progress would probably be even faster.

Chen Ping'an of the Snow God Palace had a change in his gaze, and his face showed a thoughtful expression: "Ice Soul Spiritual Object."

With a history spanning millennia, the Snow God Palace must theoretically possess Ice Soul Spiritual Objects, which are even more effective than Snow Spirit Leaves.

The only thing that needs to be clarified now is whether these Ice Soul Spirits can bring him the same effects as the precious Snow Spirit Leaves.

Chen Ping'an's thoughts shifted, and another item was added to his list of plans.

Compared to external planning, these Ice Soul Spiritual Objects that can directly enhance cultivation seem to be more worthy of his anticipation.

"Snow Goddess Palace!"

Chen Ping'an slightly raised his eyes, gazing at the wall of the quiet room in front of him. It was as if he could see through it and look towards the distant snow-capped mountains, countless miles away, and the majestic, towering, and crystal-clear Ice Soul Palace.

Thoughts are merely a diversion in this matter. Chen Ping'an quickly collected his thoughts, raised his hand, and a scroll of gold and silk appeared.

This Soul-Suppressing Secret Technique, obtained from the Moon Shadow Divine Arrow Hua Ruyue, is of unknown name but is of extremely high quality. For Chen Ping'an, it is one of the guarantees that enhances his combat power and ensures his safety.

He has just drunk the Azure Flame Spirit Wine and is in excellent condition, making it the perfect time to study the secret techniques.

While a near-fourth-tier spirit wine like Azure Flame Spirit Wine wouldn't aid his cultivation, it could still improve his condition, potentially leading him to find different opportunities and inspiration.

The Soul-Suppressing Technique concerns the soul and spirit, and is of great importance to the improvement of cultivation methods. Chen Ping'an will not take it lightly.

hum~
Amidst flashes of spiritual light and the surrounding divine presence, Chen Ping'an sat cross-legged, studying the secret technique for suppressing the soul.

Time passed gradually as he reflected on his research.

In spiritual practice, time has no bearing on time; in the blink of an eye, several days have already passed.

In the past few days, Chen Ping'an has been extremely busy studying secret techniques, comprehending the Azure Lotus, understanding cultivation methods, practicing swordsmanship, and tempering his bloodline.

He clearly wanted to find an opportunity and inspiration to integrate and apply his knowledge, but the matter of the Azure Flame Wine delayed him for several days.

Whether it was due to the buffs from the Azure Flame Wine, or his clear mind and advanced state of mind, his progress in studying the secret techniques was extremely rapid.

Even the method of connecting the shattered green lotus had given him some clues.

The improvement of the Seven Deadly Spells and the refinement of the cultivation technique did not make much progress due to the circumstances, but the improvement of the Soul Suppressing Technique can be considered a benefit in disguise for this cultivation technique.

In this state, the pot of Azure Flame Spirit Wine was quickly consumed, and its effects wore off.

In a few days, a pot of near-fourth-grade spirit wine was produced.

Such a method of study is an extremely luxurious act for ordinary people. Even if one gains some benefit from the comprehension, a few days would still consume thousands, nearly ten thousand crystals, which is an extremely luxurious act even for a senior Celestial Being of the Second Realm.

Even with a net worth of millions, such spending wouldn't last long. Moreover, net worth and cash flow are always two different concepts.

However, this experience provided Chen Ping'an with new ideas.

The boost from the near-fourth-tier spirit wine, though negligible, is better than nothing.

But what if it's fourth-grade spirit wine?
With that enhanced state, wouldn't studying secret techniques be twice as effective with half the effort?
In such a situation, whether one studies secret techniques or comprehends secret methods, the progress is obvious and the benefits are immense.

If one can comprehend it, then everything that follows will fall into place naturally.

Therefore, the seemingly expensive investment was entirely worthwhile for him.

The sooner one can study and comprehend the secret techniques, the sooner one can improve and refine one's cultivation methods. If one can truly create a genuine cultivation scroll based on this, the boost it will provide to one's combat power will be immeasurable.

In addition, there are hidden benefits from practicing True Skill Treasure Scroll-level techniques.

To be precise, he has a cheat code panel. This boost is not a hidden boost at all, but a very direct boost to his cultivation level.

In other words, compared to ordinary practitioners, he is more deserving of this investment.

With a clear plan, Chen Ping'an truly set his sights on the fourth-tier spirit wine.

Indeed, everything that exists has its reason.

Years ago, he heard that a grandmaster had bid a high price for a single sip of high-grade spiritual wine. He found it unbelievable.

But now I realize that the Grandmaster Fengyun really bid for high-grade spirit wine just for a sip.

Probably not!
Enhance oneself, comprehend secret techniques, and improve combat effectiveness.

Indeed, some things cannot be understood when you are at a lower level, but you will be able to understand them deeply when you reach this level.

Many things that seem incomprehensible have their own internal logic.

Chen Ping'an's gaze was calm, revealing a deeper understanding born from his experience and wisdom.

After experiencing the effects of the near-fourth-tier spirit wine, he gained a more genuine and in-depth understanding of the assistance and benefits that top geniuses with powerful backgrounds received.

Others go to great lengths to acquire such a prodigy with top-tier background and exceptional talent, but they can obtain it easily.

Including not only this part, with such a boost, the growth rate is undoubtedly terrifying.

Even with his cheat code, he cannot be easily ignored.

If both sides had equal years of cultivation experience, he was absolutely confident that he could crush his opponent. But since there was already a difference in years of cultivation experience, and other disparities arose, the outcome was clearly uncertain.

"On the path ahead, peaks rise one after another, and barriers stand in my way, but I will keep moving forward and will be able to overcome them all." Chen Ping'an's mind gradually settled, and a flash of inspiration appeared before him.

hum~
The quiet room was completely silent. Chen Ping'an sat cross-legged alone, secretly cultivating.

To achieve something, one is destined to endure loneliness.

During the few days that Chen Ping'an was in seclusion, the story of his commanding presence at the Xuanling Grand Banquet had spread like wildfire throughout the entire Xuanling City.

Even more remarkably, based on subtle clues and by studying the records on the list, they deduced that the palm technique Chen Ping'an practiced was the same palm technique practiced by Lan Yingjun, the Little Five Poisons of the Hidden Dragon Prodigy.

Taking his daughter on a trip, they joined forces to kill...
Based on past events, rumors have begun to circulate within Xuanling City, and are showing signs of intensifying, spreading to surrounding states.

The ruthless swordsman Chen Ping'an, accompanied by a female Grandmaster, slew the remnants of the Heavenly Lotus Sect. That female Grandmaster was none other than Lan Yingjun, the prodigy of the Hidden Dragon Sect!

In the past, when he went out of the city for a stroll, the girl he brought with him was none other than Lan Yingjun, one of the Five Poisons!

The two are kindred spirits and support each other, and have likely known each other for many years.

A vital town in the north, a crucial city of Xuanling.
One by one, the events of the past are being unearthed and corroborated, confirming this viewpoint.

Furthermore, the fact that Mang Dao practiced Lan Yingjun's unique martial arts, the Five Poisons Earthly Fiend Palm, serves as the best evidence.

These are unique skills that are never passed on to outsiders, not even to close friends of many years.

Only close friends or Daoist partners can possibly pass on this knowledge.

Furthermore, his mastery of the Mangdao Palm Technique is extremely profound, clearly not something he acquired in a short period of time.

Clearly, he had already practiced this palm technique back then.

It's just that it's being revealed now.

Furthermore, Mang Dao has always been known for his romantic escapades, and his numerous romantic affairs along the way are the best proof of that.

The two had been entangled for many years, secretly sharing their affections. Now, having faced life and death together, their bond was stronger than gold, like that of a Daoist couple.

There were even discussions about them pledging their lives to each other privately.

For a moment, the mystical spirits were in an uproar.

The romantic tales of Chen Ping'an, the "Mangdao" (a type of swordsman), and Lan Yingjun, the "Xiao Wudu" (another type of swordsman), have been widely circulated.

(End of this chapter)