Legend of Zhan Zhao

Chapter 50 The First Acupoint's Mysterious Nature

'The ingredients used in this bowl of Zen Samadhi Soup are definitely not ordinary!'

Zhan Zhao silently pondered.

The internal energy within the six major condensed acupoints did not increase by leaps and bounds, such as directly increasing the amount of internal energy by many years.

However, the blockages in many of his major meridians were cleared, resulting in an overall improvement that made his martial arts foundation even stronger.

This, in turn, nourishes and refines the acupoints, causing six large or small vortexes of true energy to condense within the already strengthened six acupoints.

This greatly shortened the time it took him to develop his Qi Sea.

The remarkable effect was certainly due to Zhan Zhao's solid foundation, but the medicinal power of the Zen Tranquility Samadhi Soup should not be overlooked.

However, it is clear that such a precious medicine is not something that ordinary martial artists can withstand, and it is a rare item even within the Great Xiangguo Temple.

It was because Xiangjitang was grateful to Zhan Zhao for investigating the poisoning case during the morning prayers, and because the high monks in the temple had been paying attention to him, the disciple brought back by the monk Chiyuan, that he received this treatment.

After successfully solving the case, Zhan Zhao did not request a monk's status, but he could not leave without rewarding his merits. That is why this special "Zen Samadhi Soup" was served to him at this moment.

Seeing that Zhan Zhao looked refreshed, Ding Geng added, "Junior Uncle, the first time you drink the Zen Tranquility Samadhi Soup, it is most beneficial to your internal cultivation. After that, it will only have the effect of replenishing vital energy. However, if you want to drink it, one bowl a day is no problem."

"No need."

The Zen-Quiet Samadhi Soup tastes good, but Zhan Zhao doesn't want to order it every day just to satisfy his cravings.

He accepted the gratitude he had just received for solving the case without hesitation.

But everything should be done in moderation. Once you become greedy, you'll find yourself indebted to those who feed you.

"Oh!"

Ding Geng was somewhat disappointed and left, looking back several times.

Zhan Zhao stood still for a moment, then said to Lian Caiyun, "Sister, I have a feeling that the first acupoint is about to be activated!"

"really?"

Lian Caiyun was both surprised and delighted: "Such an opportunity is rare and hard to come by, Brother, you must seize it!"

Zhan Zhao nodded slightly: "Supernatural abilities are close to sudden enlightenment, but they are not entirely due to inspiration. Just as a tall building is built from a pile of earth, and a heavy rope is broken at a small point, if one cultivates diligently in daily life, one will naturally attain enlightenment in that instant when the time is right."

He had a clear feeling that he was on the verge of success, and after a moment's thought, he took out a brocade box.

While Daxiangguo Temple is undoubtedly the foremost temple in the land, in terms of profound heritage and wealth from all directions, the imperial court is the true authority.

Inside this brocade box are three "Ten-Complete Returning to Origin Pills," a secret medicine developed by the Imperial Medical Bureau of the palace, which Guo Huai gave him when he entrusted the "Zhong Kui Picture" case.

At this moment, Zhan Zhao opened the brocade box, picked up a round pill, and put it directly into his mouth.

He fully absorbed the effects of the Zen Tranquility Samadhi Soup without any strain.

At this point, there is even a stage where the meridians are being opened up, and there is a yearning for external forces.

When practicing, one can achieve twice the result with half the effort.

This qualifies one to continue taking the Shi Quan Gui Yuan Dan to further stimulate the acupoints.

However, outsiders would probably think that such behavior is extremely wasteful.

Don't be fooled by Guo Huai's quick generosity; it's because Guo Huai is the Grand Eunuch, the Empress Dowager's absolute confidant, and it's no exaggeration to say that he is one of the most powerful people in the entire court.

For others, even powerful and influential officials, such opportunities are rare and hard to come by.

This was something the royal family used specifically to bestow as a reward and to win people's hearts.

There's no danger at all, it's just for practicing skills, why waste it without hesitation?

But if Zhan Zhao hears similar complaints, he will only laugh.

I've mastered martial arts to the point of being invincible; why would I need any elixirs to save my life?
Keeping elixirs that could enhance one's power unused, carefully storing them away, and waiting for an unknown danger to strike—relying on external objects to save one's life—is the mindset of a weakling.

As expected, when the Perfect Rejuvenation Pill entered his stomach, a different yet equally gentle and lingering medicinal power spread out, and Zhan Zhao closed his eyes.

Lian Caiyun knew that the crucial moment had arrived. Holding her sword to protect the Dharma, her little face was full of solemnity.

indeed.

Zhan Zhao's six major acupoints simultaneously emitted light.

The Baihui and Qianyuan acupoints on the top of the head.

The Tian Shu acupoint is located in the chest area.

The Mingmen and Kunyuan acupoints on the lower back.

The Shenque (CV8) acupoint on the abdomen.

The Laogong and Xuanming acupoints on the palm.

The little finger is the Shaochong Liming acupoint.

If given a choice, activating the last acupoint's power in the order of condensing acupoints would be the best option.

Because the final refined acupoints have slightly less power, if their supernatural abilities are activated, the balance between the acupoints can be maintained.

Conversely, if the strongest acupoint is further enlightened with extraordinary abilities, then it becomes even stronger.

While it is certainly a good thing, it can easily create obstacles when opening up innate celestial seas.

But in practice, this is not the case.

Because activating divine abilities is the highest achievement in condensing acupoints, it is far more valuable than any other kind of true energy.

Since it's something that can only be encountered by chance and not sought after, it's already good enough to have it at all, so why bother with the order?
At this very moment, Zhan Zhao had a feeling that he had a choice.

"So that's how it is!" After further reflection, Zhan Zhao suddenly had a sudden realization.

The human body is a great treasure, possessing all supernatural powers and transformations.

To achieve this, one must first firmly believe that one has unlimited potential to be tapped and move steadfastly toward the goal.

If one wavers even slightly, or hesitates and looks ahead, even with the strongest foundation and the highest level of understanding, it will all be in vain.

In a sense, this is precisely a spirit of selflessness and dedication.

Moreover, this principle cannot be explained by outsiders.

Then it fell to the lower level.

It turned into an obsession.

Therefore, the main reason for this success was not the efficacy of the precious medicine.

It was precisely this spark of inspiration that led to the decisive pursuit of it, regardless of gains or losses.

Therefore, naturally, Zhan Zhao chose the upper trigram, Shaochong Liming acupoint, to activate the first divine power.

The upper line represents the Shaochong acupoint of the Shaoyin Heart Meridian, located on the little finger. The heart belongs to the Shaoyin and governs fire. When Yin turns to Yang, it can absorb the vital energy of the sword. The sword energy nurtured in the body circulates through this point and breaks through the air.

This is the last of the six acupoints to be condensed among the six intangible sword qi of the Six Lines, so it should be the first one to be activated when the divine power is awakened.

In this way, the weakest acupoints, which are located further back, receive a miraculous boost, thus preventing the six major acupoints from becoming unbalanced and affecting the future development of the innate Qi Sea.

Zhan Zhao extended his little finger.

A brilliant light, visible only to oneself, shone forth.

'what? '

'This seems like the power gained after opening up one's innate Qi Sea.'

The Qi Sea is present in all martial artists; the Dantian is also called the Qi Sea acupoint.

The Qi Sea opened up by divine skills and unique techniques is the innate Qi Sea.

Return to the acquired state, then enter the innate state.

Once the skill is mastered, all subsequent true energy will be innate true energy.

This is also a standard requirement for a grandmaster.

The Six Lines Formless Sword Qi, a unique sword technique, can have three different directions when opening the Qi Sea.

The six voids return to one Qi Sea.

The Great Destiny Sea of ​​Qi.

Taiyi Yao Guang Qi Hai.

The most common Qi Sea is the One-to-One Qi Sea, where the six voids correspond to the void changes of the six-line hexagram. The One-to-One symbolizes the advanced realm of sword Qi from complexity to simplicity. Once such a Qi Sea is opened, the power of the formless sword Qi of the six lines will naturally reach a higher level.

The Great Derivation Mandate is not difficult to understand; it is to further enhance the ability to deduce the hexagrams from the changes in the hexagrams. The trajectory of the sword energy secretly corresponds to the positions of the sixty-four hexagrams, allowing one to know the opponent as clearly as if seeing fire with a clear eye, thus pushing the effectiveness of the practice to a higher level.

Finally, the Taiyi Yaoguang Qihai is somewhat special.

This is a purely brutal approach.

The Six-Line Formless Sword Qi is considered special in the art of swordsmanship. It leans towards support and is more like a mental cultivation method.

On the surface, Zhan Zhao's sword techniques in combat are the most basic, such as thrusting, parrying, intercepting, and slicing. However, he can change these techniques at will and use them according to the situation, always gaining the upper hand and leaving his enemies struggling to defend themselves.

The legendary swordsman Yun Qingxiao was just like that. Every move he made was as graceful as an immortal, and his enemies would fall before they could even react. Even when facing strong opponents of the same level, he could still maintain his extraordinary demeanor and composure, which is why he was called the "Swordsman".

However, it also has its drawbacks, namely, insufficient short-term burst power. For example, the Seven Emotions Sword Technique in the Heart Sword Divine Art is much more powerful in terms of sheer force.

Fortunately, there is still a chance to make amends.

It means opening up the Taiyi Yaoguang Qihai.

Once this Qi Sea is activated, six invisible sword energies crisscross back and forth, greatly increasing their killing power.

Zhan Zhao is now experiencing this feeling as he senses the changes in Shaochong Liming acupoint.

"The acupoints are extraordinary; they actually allow one to enjoy the effects of the innate Qi Sea ahead of time?"

"No wonder all martial artists strive for it!"

Of course, the improvement of the acupoints is not as good as the opening of the true innate Qi Sea, but it is still an unexpected joy.

Zhan Zhao pointed it out with his little finger.

An invisible sword aura flew out, drilling a deep pit in the ground in front of him.

Then switch to the ring finger, middle finger, index finger, and thumb.

Even switch to the left hand.

The divine light resides within the vortex of true energy, radiating outwards from the Ming acupoint. All ten fingers can wield invisible sword energy, without being limited to the little finger of the right hand.

However, each sword aura has a different style depending on the meridian route.

It can be fierce, gentle, powerful, or agile.

Isn't this just an enhanced version of the Six Meridians Divine Sword?
The sword energy has a longer range and greater power. Most importantly, it perfectly inherits the characteristics of the Six Lines Formless Sword Energy, and has a very low rate of energy consumption!
The miraculous effects didn't stop there. Zhan Zhao briefly demonstrated, then gracefully finished his act and spoke with pleasure:
"This is my first miraculous acupoint—"

"Yaoguang!"

(End of this chapter)