The First Venerable of All Paths

"Yes, that's the true essence of martial arts!"

Lu Zhao said, "Lu Ren actually had the opportunity to enter the Blood Pool to cultivate long ago, but he kept putting it off in order to master a secret technique."

His goal was simple.

Lu Zhao looked at Fang Xuan and said in a solemn tone, "He wants to elevate this secret technique to its highest level directly in the blood pool."

Fang Xuan nodded slowly, also feeling some pressure.

The secret technique that Lu Ren had to spend several years mastering must be extraordinary.

If it were to be elevated to the true essence of martial arts and summon a true spirit, its power would be unimaginable.

"In that case, Lu Ren is indeed more difficult to deal with than Lu Ci."

Fang Xuan rubbed his fingers together and said softly, "Besides that, does Sister Lu Zhao have any other preparations?"

"no."

Lu Zhao shook his head and said, "Once we enter the blood pool, everything depends on you. And..."

After a pause, Lu Zhao said, "Manman will be going in too, so you need to help me protect her."

"Forehead......"

Fang Xuan was speechless.

Dealing with Lu Ren alone is difficult enough.

Protecting Lu Zhao's daughter, Manman, is an incredibly difficult task.

"Is it absolutely necessary for Manman to go?"

Fang Xuan said, "How about we reschedule?"

"We absolutely have to go."

Lu Zhao said, "Because of the sealing of the Spirit Meridians, Manman has already wasted a lot of time. In addition, something that will appear in the Lu family's blood pool is of great importance to her, so Manman must go in."

Fang Xuan suddenly realized.

Although he didn't know what Lu Zhao was talking about, since it was so important to Manman, it was definitely not simple.

"But this makes killing Lu Ren and protecting Manman quite difficult."

"It's definitely not easy, but I believe you can do it."

Lu Zhao looked at Fang Xuan, her tone pleading, and said, "Brother Fang Xuan, I'm begging you. If you don't kill Lu Ren, he will not only kill Manman in the blood pool, but he will also do everything in his power to kill you."

"In fact, I've received information that Lu Ren has secretly sent people to investigate your identity."

Lu Zhao said in a serious tone, "If he can't find you, he'll go to your friends, your family."

"Don't underestimate Lu Ren's methods. He's like a venomous snake, patiently waiting for an opportunity to strike and kill in one blow."

Upon hearing this, Fang Xuan's face suddenly darkened.

"Sister Lu Zhao, are you sure?"

"Absolutely true."

Lu Zhao nodded and said, "He just thinks you're currently in the Valley of the Dead and hasn't actually carried out the plan. But if he finds out that you left the Valley of the Dead alive, given Lu Ren's personality, he definitely won't let your family off the hook."

Upon hearing this, a cold glint flashed in Fang Xuan's eyes.

He knew that although Lu Zhao hoped to use him to kill Lu Ren, he would never lie to him about it.

After all, it was he who saved Manman.

Lu Zhao was also the one most likely to help her kill Lu Ren.

"Sister Lu Zhao, there's something I'm curious about."

Fang Xuan looked at Lu Zhao and said, "Why do you hate Lu Ren so much? Did he do something?"

"The Spirit Sealing Meridians on Manman's body were placed there by someone he had arranged."

A flash of hatred crossed Lu Zhao's eyes, and her jade-like hands clenched tightly, causing her delicate body to tremble.

"Besides that, he even had inappropriate thoughts about me, his own aunt!"

"Brother Fang Xuan, tell me, shouldn't such a beast die? Shouldn't it be killed?"

Fang Xuan was completely stunned.

He guessed that it might be related to Manman's sealed spiritual meridians, and also that it might be related to the power grab.

But I never imagined that Lu Ren would covet Lu Zhao.

According to seniority, Lu Zhao is Lu Ren's biological aunt.

Looking at Lu Zhao, whose eyes were red and whose face was slightly distorted, Fang Xuan sighed and said, "I agree to this. Not just for you, but also for myself."

Since Lu Ren has already set his sights on the Fang family, Fang Xuan can no longer pretend that nothing has happened.

It's just a low-level martial vein.

Even if you master the true essence of martial arts, so what?

As long as they are in the same realm, Fang Xuan is invincible!

"good!"

Lu Zhao quickly calmed himself down and said, "At that time, I will take the opportunity to eliminate Lu Ren's people and get rid of some parasites, which will also help you resolve some of your worries."

"But the condition is that Lu Ren must die!"

Fang Xuan nodded solemnly.

He knew very well that Lu Zhao was also taking a gamble this time.

They bet he could kill Lu Ren.

Otherwise, Manman will die.

Once Lu Ren emerges from the blood pool, he will completely break ties with her and remove her from her positions as family head and guild leader.

When will the Lu family's blood pool open?

"Seven days later."

Lu Zhao said, "Take a good rest these next few days and recharge your energy. If you need anything, just let me know, and I will do everything I can to meet your needs."

"Seven days?"

Fang Xuan nodded and said softly, "That's enough! Just arrange a quiet courtyard for me, nothing else is needed."

"Sure?"

Lu Zhao blinked her beautiful eyes and said, "Little brother Fang Xuan, I can grant you any request."

"Sister Lu Zhao, please stop acting."

Fang Xuan said helplessly, "Even if you're not awkward, I am."

"you......"

Lu Zhao stood up angrily and said, "You clueless little rascal, I really don't know how Jin Yu could have fallen for you."

Fang Xuan rubbed his forehead.

As Lu Zhao left the pavilion, she subconsciously turned back to look at the young man, her red lips slightly pursed.

"Who said I was acting...?"

......

Under Lu Zhao's arrangement, Fang Xuan moved into an extremely elegant and quiet courtyard.

The courtyard is not large, but it has everything you need.

There were also two pretty and obedient maids who served him around the clock.

Fang Xuan wasn't used to being waited on, so he asked them to leave.

The two maids did not leave, but stood guard outside the courtyard gate, ready to serve Fang Xuan at any time.

Seeing this, Fang Xuan didn't bother to pay any attention.

That night, Fang Xuan did nothing but practice the Primordial Long Fist once and then lay on the soft bed for a good night's sleep.

The next day, Fang Xuan, full of energy, set up his boxing stance in the courtyard and began practicing the Taichu Long Fist.

This basic fist technique created by the Primordial Empress is not of a high level, and its killing power is not as good as the Killing King Fist.

However, in terms of developing one's own potential and consolidating one's foundation, no martial art can compare.

Most importantly, the Primordial Long Fist is compatible with the Chaos Sacred Body, and once cultivated to its peak, it can be proven eternally.

After practicing this boxing technique for several months, Fang Xuan has gradually reached the bottleneck of mastery.

After a round of boxing, Fang Xuan's clothes were completely soaked.

"Young master, let me help you change your clothes."

Two maids approached unnoticed, their faces radiant with peach blossoms and their eyes sparkling with spring water.

Like two delicate, vibrant flowers, they can be picked with just a gentle reach.

"No need."

Fang Xuan clenched his fists, gently circulating the Azure Lotus Karmic Fire until his sweat disappeared and his clothes dried.

Even the impurities expelled from the body are purified by the flames.

Fang Xuan appeared to possess a purity that emanated from within.

"Please tell Sister Lu Zhao that I will be cultivating in the back mountain for the next few days. If you need anything, just go there to find me."

As soon as he finished speaking, Fang Xuan had already summoned the Azure Lotus Sword and, like a carefree sword immortal, transformed into a streak of light and soared away.

The two maids were completely mesmerized, their faces flushed with excitement.

Behind the manor lies a rolling forest.

Several hills stand tall, shrouded in mist and clouds, exuding a rich spiritual atmosphere.

Although this place cannot compare to a secret realm, it is a rare blessed land for cultivation.

Fang Xuan landed on one of the hilltops, looked around, and nodded in satisfaction.

This manor was clearly designed and arranged by a renowned architect.

The feng shui layout and formation arrangement are flawless.

It is an extremely comfortable place for both cultivation and daily life.

"Is this the foundation of the Sihai Chamber of Commerce? It's truly enviable."

After a moment of reflection, Fang Xuan sat down cross-legged and closed his eyes to ponder.

Ordinary methods are no longer effective in dealing with Lu Ren.

Fang Xuan even estimated that even if he used the Guixu Sword Formation, he might not be able to kill Lu Ren.

Therefore, Fang Xuan needed to find another way to ensure that Lu Ren had no chance to turn things around.

"There are only six days left before entering the blood pool. It is too short to complete any martial arts or secret techniques."

Fang Xuan quickly thought, first eliminating those powerful martial arts and secret techniques from his mind.

"In that case, we can only enhance the power of our existing methods to increase our chances of success."

Having mastered the Killing Path King Fist to its peak, it naturally no longer falls within the scope of consideration.

The Primordial Long Fist emphasizes solid foundations and limits its lethality.

As for the Fang family's ordinary martial arts, Fang Xuan never even considered them.

"Then it's only Heavenly Fire and Sword Technique."

Fang Xuan's eyes suddenly lit up, and in a flash, the Phoenix Cry Sword and the Azure Lotus Sword appeared before him.

He gently ran his hands over the sword.

"fencing......"

Fang Xuan murmured softly, "It seems that there's only one move left."

After saying that, Fang Xuan closed his eyes and began to comprehend the text at a rapid pace.

Gradually, sword intent surged around Fang Xuan, resonating with his two natal flying swords.

After an unknown amount of time, a chilling and powerful sword aura surged from Fang Xuan's body, soaring straight into the sky.

"Hey!"

"Buzz!"

The phoenix's cry resounded, and the blue lotus swayed.

Then the Phoenix Cry Sword transformed into a crimson-gold fire phoenix, flapping its wings and soaring high above Fang Xuan's head.

The Azure Lotus Sword, on the other hand, transformed into an azure lotus flower, spinning rapidly in mid-air.

The Fire Phoenix and the Azure Lotus each occupy a separate territory.

They are clearly distinct, yet they are drawn to each other.

"Hiss hiss hiss!"

Boundless sword energy swept out from the Fiery Phoenix Azure Lotus.

Ripples spread through the void, scratches appeared on the rocks, and vegetation was shattered by invisible sword energy.

But it was short-lived.

Everything suddenly came to a standstill.

Time and space are frozen in this moment.

Only the young man on the mountaintop sat cross-legged like the Buddha, his expression calm and serene, lost in a deep state of cultivation.

Far away, Granny Yin and Lu Zhao stood side by side on the mountaintop pavilion, gazing at the young man opposite them, their expressions different.

"Born with the bones of a sword, already possessing the heart of a sword."

Grandma Yin exclaimed, "She is truly a genius, the envy of all!"

"He is indeed very outstanding."

Lu Zhao smiled slightly and then said, "Mother-in-law, how are the preparations going?"

Everything is ready.

Granny Yin frowned and said, "But Miss, are you really willing to let the young lady take such a risk? If..."

"If he wants everything from the Lu family, he will definitely go."

Lu Zhao's tone was firm, then he gave a self-deprecating laugh: "Wouldn't you say I can't catch a wolf without risking my cub?"

Grandma Yin dared not speak.

Lu Zhao gazed at the figure and murmured in a voice only he could hear, "Brother Fang Xuan, you must succeed."