Yuantian Pidao

Chapter 10 Skinning

At dusk, the setting sun paints the world with a touch of warm color.

In the small courtyard, under the peach tree, Jiang Chen put down the Taoist book in his hand and let out a long breath.

"This Qi-Inducing Technique may seem simple, but it is a general method that also retains the possibility of further advancement. Ordinary people can advance step by step by practicing the original version, while some geniuses can derive their own unique methods from it. From this point of view, the inheritance of Jiang Wang's lineage is quite impressive."

After realizing the changes in himself, Jiang Chen couldn't help but marvel at the magic of the Qi Attracting Art. This Qi Attracting Art may seem inconspicuous, but it actually hides the real treasure. It all depends on whether you have the ability to find it.

After this experience of participating in the Dharma, not only did he complete the re-refining of his limbs, but he also completed most of the tempering of his torso. The most difficult nodes have been opened up, and it will only take a little time to complete it naturally.

"The so-called inheritance is the accumulation of one's efforts. Compared to true independent cultivators, Jiang Wang's starting point is actually much higher. It's a pity that his concentration and luck are a little lacking."

Jiang Chen flattened the Taoist book and slid his fingertips across the annotations on it. It seemed as if he saw the past. These annotations were left by Jiang Wang's teachers and ancestors. They left their own practice experiences and insights here, hoping that they could be helpful to future generations. The Qi-Inducing Art is precious, but these annotations are actually more precious.

As for Jiang Wang, he has not put any pen to paper on this yet. Perhaps he will do this after he breaks through the Qi training stage. By then, the foundation of this inheritance will be invisibly deepened.

"Skinning Technique, a new talisman, but unlike Blood Flame Technique, this one is incomplete."

Turning to the end of the Taoist book and looking at the talismans recorded on it, Jiang Chen's eyes moved.

This skinning technique was left by Jiang Wang's master, Taoist Baihe. It was originally a real spell. Taoist Baihe tried to simplify it further and derived talismans to lay a better foundation for future Qi training. Unfortunately, he did not succeed, and the skinning technique left behind was only a fragment.

This is because the essence of skinning lies in the control of Qi. Qi-cultivating monks have already opened up the Qi Sea and Dantian and cultivated their own true Qi, so it is much easier for them to practice this technique. Monks in the inspiration period cannot cultivate true Qi, so if they want to practice this technique, they can only manipulate the external spiritual energy of heaven and earth, and the difficulty of this is unimaginable.

After all, for most cultivators, it is already difficult to draw the spiritual energy of heaven and earth to temper themselves. They need to meditate and concentrate. It is impossible for them to directly and accurately manipulate the spiritual energy of heaven and earth to perform skinning techniques.

In fact, most talisman techniques require a medium. For example, Jiang Chen's blood flame technique requires the blood of the white deer's heart, so as to imprint part of the spiritual charm of heaven and earth into it. If Jiang Chen wants to perform the blood flame technique for a long time, he needs to frequently draw spiritual energy and nourish the spiritual charm. Once the spiritual charm is exhausted and the flame pattern on the chest disappears, Jiang Chen will need to practice this technique again.

"The skinning technique left by Taoist Baihe is actually almost complete, but it is too difficult to practice. It is impossible for a normal inspiration cultivator to succeed."

"Now, not only have I mastered the Blood Flame Technique, gaining the power to protect myself, but I've also turned stillness into an instinct. I can practice even while sleeping, greatly increasing my efficiency. I could give this technique a try. My soul is strong, so I do have an advantage in this area. Even if I fail in the end, it won't be a big deal."

As his thoughts turned and he looked at the skinning technique, Jiang Chen made a decision in his heart.

According to the records in the Taoist books, he knew that both the Blood Flame Technique and the Skinning Technique were prerequisites for inheritance. If he could master them in advance, it would actually be beneficial to his practice in the Qi training stage. It was completely worth spending some time and energy on it.

The reason why I didn’t consider this method first before was that the results were uncertain and the input was not proportional to the return. But now I have the confidence to try and error.

"You can delve into the skinning technique. If you succeed, you'll have mastered another skill. You never have too many cards up your sleeve."

"But the real foundation is still practice. As long as I can break through the Qi training, everything will not be a problem." Looking at the sky that had completely darkened, Jiang Chen poured the cooled spiritual tea under the peach wood, then turned and walked into the house. It was dark, and it was time to go to bed. This was also practice. He had been comprehending the Taoist books all day, and he didn't feel it at first, but now he was mentally and physically exhausted. It was time to have a good rest.

As Jiang Chen fell asleep, the spiritual energy in the courtyard that had calmed down began to flow again in an inexplicable pattern. With the spiritual spring stone rooted in the well, the spiritual energy in Jiang Chen's courtyard became stronger than before.

With the nourishment of spiritual energy, Jiang Chen slept even more deeply, and every breath he took was filled with the rhythm of nature. At this moment, he seemed to have transformed into a spiritual pine tree, taking root in this small space, silently absorbing and exhaling spiritual energy and accumulating strength.

Peaceful days are always short. Just when Jiang Chen was indulging in cultivation, comprehending the magic formulas and absorbing spiritual energy every day, the leader of the Dangjiang bandits, Tie Ren Tu, came back.

The moment he returned, the Muyu Island, which had been undercurrents, suddenly quieted down. As the leader of the Dangjiang bandits, his power was evident. But at this time, Jiang Chen had to come out because Tie Ren Tu asked to see him.

"Big boss, Iron Man Slayer?"

Sitting in the courtyard, listening to the report from Skinny Monkey, Jiang Chen fell into deep thought. Iron Man Butcher was able to come to the Mihun Bay alone, raise the flag of the Dangjiang Bandits and remain standing, becoming a major force in Qinghe County. His own methods were undoubtedly not bad.

The most important thing is that his strength is very good. Even now, he is not 100% sure of winning.

Looking at Jiang Chen who was lost in thought, Shouhou stood silently by the side. He found that the big boss seemed to have changed again. When he was at Jiming Mountain, he saw the big boss as a ferocious beast and felt fear almost instinctively. But now this feeling disappeared, replaced by a kind of affinity that made people want to get close to the big boss.

Thinking of this, the skinny monkey suddenly shuddered and quickly gathered all the thoughts in his mind. It was at this moment that Jiang Chen withdrew his thoughts.

"How's the matter I asked you to do going?"

His eyes fell on the skinny monkey and Jiang Chen spoke.

Hearing this, the skinny monkey nodded quickly.

"Don't worry, Boss. Xiong Li and I have already hunted a wild boar and a black bear. They will be delivered to you later."

In a low voice, the skinny monkey told about his gains.

Hearing this, Jiang Chen nodded with satisfaction. These were the supplies he had prepared to verify his own conjecture.

"Go and tell them that I'm going to visit the boss tomorrow morning."

Jiang Chen had no plans to leave the Dangjiang Bandits for the time being, so he decided to go meet the leader.

(End of this chapter)