The First Venerable of All Paths

The grand competition among the three races is imminent, and time is of the essence.

Thus, Fang Xuan began a frenzied cultivation mode.

Besides cultivating and improving his strength, Fang Xuan spent his days refining various pills and selling them at the Treasure Medicine Pavilion.

As for the place for alchemy, it's quite simple.

Fang Xuan built a secret room and set up two different formations.

A Yuan-Gathering Array that guides the primordial energy of heaven and earth can be used for cultivation.

A fire-guiding array that draws in the earth's core fire veins was used as an alchemy chamber.

Whenever Fang Xuan got tired of refining pills, he would use his rest time to cultivate.

After working tirelessly for more than a month, Fang Xuan was able to refine some simple first-grade pills.

Large quantities of pills and medicinal liquids flowed out of the secret chamber.

It not only provides cultivation resources for the Fang family members, but also makes the business of Zhenyao Pavilion extremely booming.

After all, it was the alchemy technique inherited from the Dan Ding Empress, so the quality of the pills Fang Xuan refined was naturally excellent and they were loved by the public.

It even created a situation where it was extremely difficult to obtain a single piece of Dan.

In addition, Fang Xuan would also take time to go to the back mountain to guide the Ye family villagers in their cultivation.

After this period of hard work, some villagers in the Ye family have gradually broken through and officially become martial artists.

The most surprising thing is that the first person in Ye Family Village to become a martial artist was actually this little girl, Nannan.

After entering the first level of the Blood Creation Realm, Nannan's strength doubled.

She can easily lift boulders weighing two or three hundred pounds.

The lame Gouwa could kick a hundred-pound boulder into dust with a single kick.

It's like playing a game.

On the contrary, the older villagers, no matter how much resources they spent, did not seem to show any signs of becoming martial artists, except for increasing their strength.

Fang Xuan wasn't in a hurry.

He simply instructed Grandpa Zhong to do his best to provide whatever resources the Ye family villagers needed.

This day.

After finishing the alchemy, Fang Xuan suddenly had a stroke of inspiration and broke through to the third level of the Body Refinement Realm.

The body's Qi and blood surged, and vital energy rushed forth.

Their strength has improved to a new level compared to before.

"At the third level of the Body Refinement Realm, I can easily defeat opponents who are one or even two minor realms higher than me."

Fang Xuan looked thoughtful.

"But that's not enough. This battle for the secret realm will be extremely dangerous, with no shortage of martial artists at the peak of the Body Refinement Realm."

Although he has many trump cards, he can only deal with martial artists at the sixth level of the Body Refinement Realm at most.

No matter how strong the opponent is, you have no choice but to fight with all your might.

However, the battle for the secret realm is of utmost importance and cannot tolerate any mistakes.

Fang Xuan still needs to prepare a killer move as a last resort.

He closed his eyes, and various inherited secret techniques kept emerging in his mind.

Having inherited the legacy of nine emperors, he has mastered all sorts of powerful secret techniques.

Both martial arts and combat skills are the most exquisite things in the world.

But these things aren't necessarily better the higher the grade; the key is finding what suits you best.

Finally, Fang Xuan chose a secret technique.

"Blood Burning Technique!"

Fang Xuan began to carefully study this secret technique.

"The Blood Burning Technique forcibly enhances cultivation by burning one's blood and qi. The more abundant and pure the blood and qi, the greater the increase in strength. Its effect lasts for the time it takes to brew half a cup of tea."

As he watched, Fang Xuan suddenly gasped.

"This Blood Burning Technique, if it uses a special flame to burn blood and qi, can actually cross an entire realm!"

Fang Xuan exclaimed, "What a powerful secret technique! No wonder it was created by the Goddess of Slaughter!"

This Blood Burning Technique was obtained by the Goddess of Slaughter in her past life and accompanied her throughout her battles.

Its importance far surpasses that of the Killing King Fist she created herself.

"This secret technique is a perfect match for me."

Fang Xuan chose this secret technique because he was at the pinnacle of martial arts, with naturally abundant and pure blood and energy.

Practicing this secret technique greatly enhances one's strength.

Besides this reason, Fang Xuan was also planning for the future.

The Nine Emperors' inheritance is too vast for him to cultivate entirely; he can only strive for excellence and choose the parts that resonate with him.

The Blood Burning Technique states that if this secret technique is activated with a special flame, it can allow one to cross a major realm.

Finding and subduing various rare and exotic flames was also one of Fang Xuan's goals.

After all, how can a qualified alchemist be without one or two special flames?

It's impossible to rely on the earth's core fire veins to refine elixirs forever.

With both factors combined, Fang Xuan naturally chose this secret technique.

Fang Xuan did not immediately cultivate the Blood Burning Technique. Instead, he got up and left the secret room to inquire about the current situation of the clan.

With Fang Xuan's massive investment of resources, the entire Fang family also put in their best effort in cultivation.

The number of martial artists in the Body Refinement Realm and Qi Gathering Realm has also increased significantly compared to before.

With no one causing trouble, all industries have stabilized completely, bringing a steady stream of profits to the Fang family.

Then Fang Xuan spent half a day with his younger sister before diving into the secret room.

"There are still five days until the Three Races Grand Competition. I hope I can successfully master the Blood Burning Technique."

In the secret room, Fang Xuan took off his clothes, revealing his finely made-up yet fair skin.

"start!"

Fang Xuan exhaled, then formed hand seals, and his internal energy and blood began to circulate wildly along several special meridians.

"Boom!"

Qi and blood surge like rivers, flowing through the meridians.

In an instant, the meridians were stretched and bulged, bringing excruciating pain.

Fang Xuan's eyes widened, and he felt as if his body was being torn apart by countless sharp blades, as if they were trying to cut him into pieces.

The intense pain even blurred Fang Xuan's consciousness at one point, making him subconsciously want to give up.

Fortunately, Fang Xuan's strong will allowed him to maintain his last shred of consciousness and keep his cultivation technique running.

However, just as his Qi and blood were about to complete a full cycle, Fang Xuan could no longer control them. His Qi and blood, like a wild horse, began to run rampant in all directions.

"Pfft!"

Fang Xuan's face turned pale, and he spat out a mouthful of blood.

His aura gradually weakened.

"This secret technique is so difficult to master."

Wiping the blood from the corner of his mouth, Fang Xuan was still somewhat shaken.

Just now, the speed of his Qi and blood circulation was too fast, and Fang Xuan was unable to control it steadily, resulting in a loss of control over his Qi and blood and a failure to circulate his Qi.

It even caused him some injuries.

"This secret technique is not as simple as it seems on the surface."

Fang Xuan used his Chaos Sacred Body to recover from his injuries while simultaneously studying the Blood Burning Technique.

The injuries inside his body were not serious, and Fang Xuan, possessing the Chaos Saint Body, could easily repair them.

However, the cultivation just now caused some loss of qi and blood.

Fang Xuan took out a Qi and Blood Pill, swallowed it, and began to refine it through his internal energy.

Qi and Blood Pills can be used not only for cultivation but also for restoring qi and blood, with equally good results.

It is one of the pills that Fang Xuan is currently able to refine skillfully.

"what?"

A look of surprise suddenly appeared on Fang Xuan's face.

"My Qi and blood seem to be much purer than before."

I clearly failed in my cultivation just now, resulting in a deficiency of qi and blood.

But upon closer inspection, although the blood and qi appear to be decreasing, they are actually becoming more refined.

It's as if the impurities have been removed.

"This Blood Burning Technique can actually be used to temper one's blood and qi?"

This discovery delighted Fang Xuan.

After his injuries had mostly healed, Fang Xuan began his second round of cultivation.

But it still ended in failure.

Fang Xuan did not give up because of this.

On the contrary, after the second failure, the blood and qi in the body became more refined.

Fang Xuan was then energized, as if he had been injected with chicken blood.

By cultivating the art of burning blood, one can temper one's qi and blood.

After failing, take Qi and Blood Pills and circulate the Chaos Sacred Body to recover from the injuries.

This cycle repeats endlessly, creating a continuous cycle of life.

Three days later.

The door to the secret room was opened.

Fang Xuan, carrying the sword box on his back, slowly walked out.

His face was pale, and he looked like he was depleted of energy.

But those deep eyes were brighter than ever before.

"Young Master, are you injured?"

The Third Elder and the others guarding the door rushed forward upon seeing this, their faces showing concern.

"Your Qi and blood have been somewhat depleted, but it's nothing serious."

Fang Xuan smiled faintly, his tone calm.

"Young Master, we know you bear a heavy responsibility, but please don't put too much pressure on yourself."

Second Elder Fang Shanhe said in a deep voice: "Martial arts cultivation should be allowed to proceed naturally; one must not be impatient for quick success."

With his keen eyesight, he could naturally tell that Fang Xuan had gone astray in his cultivation, seemingly suffering from qi deviation.

For a martial artist, going astray in cultivation can have serious consequences, ranging from minor to major.

At best, it damages the foundation; at worst, it leads to the demise of martial arts.

Fang Xuan is now the hope of the entire family, and they don't want to see him cause any accidents because he's too anxious.

"How are the preparations going?"

Fang Xuan did not dwell on this issue and smoothly changed the subject.

"Everything is almost ready."

Fang Shanhe said, "One is at the ninth level of Body Refinement, one is at the eighth level of Body Refinement, and three are at the sixth level of Body Refinement. They are all the elites of the clan."

"With them by his side, the young master will not be too restricted in the secret realm."

Upon hearing this, Fang Xuan sighed inwardly.

That secret realm has a limited number of people allowed to enter each time.

Therefore, the three families agreed that each family could not send more than six participants in each secret realm competition.

Based on past experience, the contestants selected by the Su family and the Li family are roughly of similar strength.

But the key lies in the open and covert struggles between the three companies.

The most dangerous part is the secret realm itself.

"Young Master, if it really comes down to it, we'll just give up on this battle for the secret realm."

The Third Elder advised, "With your talent, you will surely become a powerful figure in time. Why risk your life?"

"good."

Fang Shanhe said, "Even if we have to participate, we can just choose someone else."

"I absolutely must participate in this battle for the secret realm."

Fang Xuan said, "This is not an impulsive decision, but a well-considered one."

Seeing that they could not persuade Fang Xuan, Fang Shanhe and the others had no choice but to give up.

"It's about time, let's go."

Fang Xuan said, "During my absence, all clan affairs will depend on the elders."

"Young Master, please rest assured."

The Third Elder said in a deep voice, "We swear to defend the family to the death and await the young master's triumphant return!"

Soon, the group left the Fang family and headed straight for the outskirts of Qingyang County.

Two hours later.

When Fang Xuan and his group arrived at the foot of a desolate mountain, the Su and Li families were already there.

As expected, the Li family will be led by Li Tianjiao.

On the other hand, the person leading the Su family team was not Su Yang.

He was an ordinary-looking young man.

Upon seeing this person, Fang Xuan's brows furrowed involuntarily.

"Su Mian!"