In Emei, start by obtaining golden attributes.

Chapter 89 A common man is innocent, but possessing a treasure is a crime (Sixth update, please continue reading)

As soon as the sheepskin appeared, a faint, peculiar mixed scent filled the warm bamboo hut.

The taste is slightly bitter with a hint of coolness, mixed with a faint resinous fragrance, and also faintly carries the slightly decayed scent of old ink.

Gu Shaoan was standing right behind Miejue and immediately smelled these scents.

With just a sniff, one can immediately distinguish the unique aroma of some medicinal herbs.

It was a special medicinal solution used to resist insect infestation and water damage.

That makes sense, considering that a century has passed since Guo Jing and Huang Rong hid the sheepskin scroll.

If this parchment scroll had not undergone special treatment, how could it have been preserved intact to this day?
With a solemn expression, Abbess Miejue carefully spread out the two sheepskins on the long table in front of her.

Although some ink marks are slightly faded and blurred due to age or preservation, the powerful and profound seal script characters are still clearly discernible.

On the left side is a sheepskin scroll with four ancient yet powerful characters: "Nine Yin Manual".

On the right side, on the front of a sheepskin scroll, are the words "Essentials of the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms," exuding an overwhelming and domineering aura.

It was when their eyes fell upon the large characters on the two parchment scrolls that both Abbess Juechen and Abbess Juejue were startled.

Even Gu Shaoan's gaze was completely drawn to the two parchment scrolls on the table.

The Abbess looked somewhat dazed: "The Nine Yin Manual was created by the extraordinary man Huang Shang a hundred years ago. It is said that he was originally an official in the court. He comprehended the principles of martial arts while collating the Longevity Daoist Canon. He then spent more than forty years and exhausted all his efforts to create this martial art. It once caused turmoil in the martial arts world, but it was lost for some reason later."

"The essence of the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms is the most important martial art of the Beggars' Sect, but it was lost decades ago."

"Both are supreme martial arts techniques. Is this the treasure shown by the treasure map inside the Heaven Sword that the sect leader mentioned?"

Ordinary second-rate forces in the martial arts world, or even newly emerging first-rate forces, may only know the Beggar Clan's former fame for the "Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms".

But little did they know that a legendary martial art, the "Nine Yin Manual," had once appeared briefly in the martial arts world.

However, the founder of Emei Mountain was Guo Xiang.

Through word of mouth, the three generations of disciples, including Abbess Juejue, naturally also knew about the martial art "Nine Yin Manual".

Although Abbess Juechen did not speak, the shock on her face was clearly visible.

The fact that someone as calm and composed as Abbess Juechen could show such an expression is enough to demonstrate the dramatic change in her heart.

Miejue chuckled inwardly as she observed the reactions of Abbess Wujue and Abbess Juechen.

Not to mention the two of them, even she, when she dug up the treasure according to the treasure map and found that it contained these two martial arts, didn't she react the same way?
Thinking about it, Miejue couldn't help but turn her head and glance at Gu Shaoan.

In Miejue's eyes, if Gu Shaoan hadn't been born with great fortune and hadn't unexpectedly discovered the little secret on the hilt of the Heaven-Slaying Sword in just a few days, she, Emei, didn't know when she would have been able to obtain these two exquisite and profound martial arts.

After calming down, Miejue put away the parchment scroll that recorded the essence of the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms.

"On my way back to Emei from Peach Blossom Island, I have carefully studied the martial arts techniques on the two parchment scrolls."

"Among them, the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms is exquisite, but this palm technique is fierce and domineering, and is not suitable for women to practice."

There was a hint of regret in his words about extinction.

On the way back, Miejue also carefully studied this martial art and found that its essence was to pursue the ultimate yang and the most powerful force that could destroy everything.

Each palm strike mobilizes the muscles and bones of the entire body, twisting all the strength into a powerful and unparalleled torrent, like the roar of an angry dragon, or the collapse of a mountain and the tsunami.

The essence of this kind of palm strike lies in the word "fierce and powerful".

Its requirements for physique and strength are almost harsh.

Ordinary women, even those with profound inner strength, are mostly slender and weaker than men of the same level. Forcibly wielding such immense power is like trying to lift a heavy load with a thin bamboo pole; the inevitable outcome is broken bones and tendons, and being devoured by the force.

Furthermore, the internal energy circulation method of the "Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms" all stimulates a pure and unparalleled masculine and domineering energy.

Its operating method requires opening and mobilizing certain hidden meridians deep within the body that contain "brute force" and "explosive power".

A woman's body is more delicate and feminine, and her true essence flows more smoothly in a continuous, long, and flexible manner, rather than forcibly reversing the flow of this extremely masculine torrent.

Like rowing against the current, not only is it less efficient, but it can also easily cause burns and distortions to the meridians, which is tantamount to slow self-destruction.

Miejue had only practiced a few times when she began to feel discomfort in her meridians.

"Fortunately!"

At this moment, Miejue glanced at Gu Shaoan, a hint of relief and a smile flashing in her eyes.

He then turned his gaze away and pointed to another parchment scroll beside him, saying, "On the contrary, the many internal energy cultivation methods and martial arts in the Nine Yin Manual are suitable for us to practice."

At this point, Miejue's expression suddenly turned serious. She glanced at the parchment scroll containing the Nine Yin Manual and placed her finger on one of the spots.

The group followed the finger of the demon and saw that the words "Yi Jin Duan Gu Pian" were clearly visible in the spot where the demon was pointing.

As the three focused their attention, Extinction's voice rang out once more.

"This chapter is titled 'The Yi Jin Duan Gu Chapter.' According to the text, its essential principles are the cornerstone of the 'Nine Yin Manual' and a treasure of the martial arts world!"

She looked at Juechen and Wujue, explaining their effects clearly, word by word: "Based on my research and experimentation, I have discovered that this method is not an ordinary internal energy cultivation, but a heaven-defying method that reshapes the foundation and transforms the body!"

"Practicing this manual allows one to draw subtle internal energy deep into the bone marrow, tempering the bones and softening the tough muscles and meridians. It does not simply expand the capacity of the meridians, but transforms them at their source, like turning blocked, stagnant, or narrow and rugged paths into wide, flat roads that can accommodate thousands of troops!"

"This not only means that the path of internal energy circulation is wider, the loss is less, and the speed is faster, but more importantly, it can enhance the innate qualities and improve the effectiveness of skill."

"When I first started practicing this 'Yi Jin Duan Gu Pian', I felt that one day of practice was equivalent to three days of hard training in the past."

“If a mediocre person in the past obtains this method and perseveres in practicing it diligently, he may also have the hope of transforming into a fine talent. The threshold for learning martial arts has been greatly lowered, and the innate constraints of physical strength and comprehension can be shaken.”

At this point, Miejue paused, her eyes burning, and said, "What's even more wonderful is that this secret method doesn't seem to be greatly limited by age or physique. Even those who have a solid foundation and are a bit older, as long as they haven't exhausted their qi and blood, can improve their physical constitution through long-term practice."

"What? It can improve one's physical constitution?"

The nun was the first to gasp in shock, her wide eyes filled with disbelief, and she even seemed somewhat disoriented from the shock.

While a martial artist's physical attributes may not necessarily limit their future achievements, higher physical attributes make it easier to cultivate internal energy, resulting in greater skill and easier breakthroughs in bottlenecks.

Throughout history, countless exceptionally talented individuals have been limited by their innate abilities and talents, ultimately unable to reach higher realms.
How many disciples are forever excluded from core martial arts simply because of their mediocre innate talent?
This demonstrates the value of the "Yi Jin Duan Gu Pian" (易筋锻骨篇).

It is simply an unparalleled treasure that rewrites the foundation of a sect and forcibly creates outstanding talents.

Although Abbess Juechen tried her best to maintain a calm demeanor, her usually serene face was now filled with extraordinary expressions, revealing her utter shock.

She thought much deeper and further than Abbess Zhuanjue. If the effects of this text were as described in the scripture, its significance would be far more than simply enhancing the strength of a few core disciples of the sect.

It can fundamentally optimize the "quality" and "potential" of almost all disciples of the Emei Sect. In the long run, it is equivalent to mass-producing martial arts seeds with better aptitude, which means that the sect's future foundation can double or even multiply.

Several generations later, the foundation of the entire Emei Sect will be so solid that it will be an unimaginable treasure, a powerful instrument for establishing a dynasty that will last for centuries. Thinking of this, Abbess Juechen clenched her fists tightly, her fingers unconsciously tightening until her knuckles turned slightly white.

But then, as if she had just thought of something, the joy on her face suddenly froze, and her delicate eyebrows furrowed.

Abbess Miejue keenly caught Abbess Juechen's reaction and immediately said, "It seems that Junior Sister has also thought of that."

Upon hearing this, Abbess Juechen looked up at Abbess Miejue and then nodded heavily.

Abbess Miejue spoke, "Such a cultivation technique is truly a heaven-defying creation, enough to arouse the covetousness and madness of countless people. What do you two junior sisters think should be done with this 'Yi Jin Duan Gu Pian'?"

These words immediately cooled down the excitement of the nun who was still in shock.

Master Juechen took a deep breath, forcibly suppressing her turbulent emotions. Her voice returned to its usual calmness, even becoming deeper and clearer.

"Every man is innocent, but he is guilty of carrying a jade."

Eight words, yet they carry immense weight!

The air inside the bamboo hut seemed to freeze instantly. The warmth of the charcoal fire seemed to be blown away by an invisible, cold wind.

"For a sect, the value of this 'Yi Jin Duan Gu Pian' alone is far greater than ten volumes of 'Jiang Long Shi Ba Zhang' or a hundred ordinary martial arts techniques!"

Juechen's gaze swept over the parchment scroll on the table, then looked at Gu Shaoan, and finally landed on Miejue.

"That is why, if the news leaks out, not only will masters from all the martial arts sects flock here like wolves that have smelled blood, but even the people of the Demonic Sect will swarm here like wolves that have smelled blood. For Emei, it would be a catastrophic disaster."

Her analysis was cold and accurate, laying bare the bloody reality that followed the euphoria.

The last trace of excitement on Abbess Insulation's face vanished completely, leaving only paleness and lingering fear. She nodded vigorously: "Senior Sister is absolutely right."

Although there are rare and precious treasures and martial arts techniques in the martial arts world that can cleanse the marrow and refine the body, they are all top-tier forces with extraordinary foundations and numerous masters.

For example, the Yi Jin Jing of Shaolin Temple is said to have the miraculous effect of reshaping the meridians and improving one's physical constitution after practice.

For hundreds of years, countless people have longed for it.

However, Shaolin Temple is full of masters, not to mention martial artists who have transformed their true qi into essence, there are also powerful figures who have released their qi into a powerful force.

Even so, over the centuries, many people have risked their lives to sneak into Shaolin Temple and steal the Yi Jin Jing, only to lose their lives in the process.

This demonstrates just how precious and important this martial art, which reshapes the meridians and enhances one's physical constitution, truly is.

With its large size, numerous members, and many skilled practitioners, Shaolin Temple was naturally well-suited to protect the Yi Jin Jing (Muscle/Tendon Changing Classic).

What about the Emei Sect?

Looking across the martial arts world, they are nothing more than a second-rate force.

Once news of the "Yi Jin Duan Gu Pian" (a manual on tendon and bone strengthening techniques) leaks out, the consequences are predictable.

In an instant, the two understood why Miejue had dismissed the other Emei elders, leaving only the two of them and Gu Shaoan there.

This is because the matter is of great importance; it has reached the point where the entire Emei Sect may not even exist anymore.

Abbess Miejue looked at Abbess Juechen, their eyes met, and they understood each other perfectly.

At this point, Abbess Juechen's gaze swept over Gu Shaoan again, and then she spoke again, her tone resolute and solemn:
"The quality of disciples in a sect is never more important than the quantity. Only the most powerful masters can ensure the sect's well-being."

"Therefore, to ensure absolute safety, the transmission of this technique must be carried out with utmost care. The disciple's identity, character, and loyalty are all indispensable. It must be strictly limited to the most core members of Emei in the present day, those with the strongest will and who will surely support the foundation of the sect in the future."

Extinction nodded.

"That's right! My junior sister's thoughts coincide with mine."

Her eyes were sharp as swords, resolute and unwavering: "From this day forward, the Yi Jin Duan Gu Pian (Muscle/Tendon Changing and Bone Strengthening Manual) will be the highest secret of Emei! Apart from those present today, who it will be passed on to, how many to be passed on, and when it will be passed on, will all be decided by me personally!"

"This matter concerns the very survival and continuation of Emei; there can be no mishap!"

Abbess Juequan and Abbess Juechen immediately responded with the disciple's salute, their expressions solemn and dignified.

When Abbess Miejue's stern gaze fell upon Gu Shaoan, he bowed deeply and said in a resolute voice, "This disciple would rather die than slack off or reveal the slightest bit!"

Subsequently, Miejue kept Abbess Wujue and Abbess Juechen in the bamboo hut, allowing them to study and practice the various martial arts techniques in the Nine Yin Manual.

Knowing the value of the Nine Yin Manual, it was naturally unsafe to let Abbess Wujue and Abbess Juechen take the sheepskin scroll away.

The best approach would undoubtedly be for the two of them to temporarily reside on Extinction's side, where they could continue their daily training.

Only in this way can we prevent the news of the two additional martial arts techniques of Emei from leaking out.

Just as Gu Shaoan was watching Abbess Juejue and Abbess Juechen peering intently at the contents of the Nine Yin Manual, Juejue suddenly spoke up and led Gu Shaoan out of the courtyard.

After leaving the bamboo courtyard, standing on the thick snow, Miejue first looked up at the swirling snowflakes, then turned to look at Gu Shaoan.

He handed the sheepskin scroll containing the essence of the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms to Gu Shaoan.

Even though Gu Shaoan is usually calm and collected, his right hand trembled slightly when he thought of the martial arts techniques recorded on the parchment scroll.

As Gu Shaoan took the sheepskin, Abbess Miejue's gentle voice rang out.

"Shao'an, although your natural talent is not as good as Yang Yan's, your comprehension is extraordinary. The Nine Yin Manual and the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms are both the most advanced martial arts in the martial arts world. It is not easy for an ordinary person to learn even one of them. Whether he can learn it to a high level is unknown."

"But your comprehension is extraordinary, making even your teacher feel inferior. Looking at the entire Emei Sect, perhaps only you can cultivate both of these martial arts to a high level at the same time."

"However, the essence of the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms is more profound than the martial arts I taught you, such as the Sunset Sword Technique and the Golden Summit Cotton Palm. It is inevitably mixed and not refined. You should first learn the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms and the 'Tendon Changing and Bone Strengthening Chapter' of the Nine Yin Manual. When you reach the 'bottleneck' of the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms, you can start learning other martial arts in the Nine Yin Manual."

Gu Shaoan obediently replied, "I will do whatever Master says!"

Gu Shaoan also knew the principle that one should not bite off more than one can chew.

Now, Gu Shaoan needs to cultivate his internal strength and also master the skill of "lifting heavy objects with ease" while wielding a heavy sword.

My energy is already scattered.

Switching to practicing the "Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms" and the "Tendon Changing and Bone Strengthening Chapter" of the "Nine Yin Manual" is already the limit.

The extermination plan was indeed reasonable and fit Gu Shaoan's current situation.

Seeing her disciple so obedient, Miejue couldn't help but smile, her attitude becoming even gentler.

Then, the tone shifted abruptly.

"The Nine Yin Manual also records a technique called the Big Dipper Technique, which is also a superior internal energy cultivation method. However, after studying it, I found that the Emei Nine Yang Skill and the Wudang Nine Yang Skill are no less than the Big Dipper Technique. Not to mention that if you cultivate both of the Nine Yang Skills at the same time, it will surpass the Big Dipper Technique."

"At this time, your internal strength foundation is still shallow. When you open up the eight extraordinary meridians and the bridge between heaven and earth and return to the innate state in the future, you can refer to it, which may be helpful."

Gu Shaoan was not surprised.

The strength of the Nine Yin Manual lies in its "Tendon Changing and Bone Strengthening Chapter" and many other martial arts secrets.

In terms of internal energy cultivation techniques, they are indeed not necessarily stronger than the two types of Nine Yang Skills.

This is one of the reasons why Gu Shaoan did not wait for Miejue to return with the Nine Yin Manual when he obtained the "Martial Arts Furnace".

Secondly, Gu Shaoan's internal energy all originated from two types of Nine Yang Skill.

Now that the two types of Nine Yang Techniques are combined, even if Gu Shaoan switches to another technique, it won't take long.

However, if a new technique is added, the martial arts furnace can certainly integrate the new technique.

However, Gu Shaoan was unsure of the exact nature of the fused cultivation technique.

If the changes are too drastic, Gu Shaoan will undoubtedly need to start his cultivation anew.

Re-mastering a martial art with over twenty years of experience would take far more than a few months.

Don't forget, Gu Shaoan is currently in the stage of nourishing his meridians and enhancing his five senses.

Internal energy cultivation is a delicate art; even the slightest mistake can lead to disastrous consequences.

Switching to a completely new cultivation method midway through the process will inevitably interrupt the process of nourishing the meridians. If this causes other problems, it will be a loss.

At this moment, Miejue's voice was incessant as she first read the contents of the "Yi Jin Duan Gu Pian" mental cultivation method to Gu Shaoan.

After Gu Shaoan repeated it to him and confirmed that there were no mistakes, he nodded in satisfaction.

Seemingly intrigued, Miejue looked at Gu Shaoan, who had grown considerably taller, and said, "Having been away for half a year, it's a good time to test how much your martial arts have improved in the past six months."

With that, after instructing Gu Shaoan to fetch the heavy sword, Miejue leaped into the air and bounded towards the bamboo forest.

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