The Great Martial Saint!

Chapter 778 Profound Spirit Cultivation, Celebration Begins (The curtain rises, the winds stir, and the dragon emerges from the abyss)
Chen Ping'an never expected to run into Shen Huiqing here. It has to be said, this world is really small.

Seeing Shen Huiqing's invitation, Chen Ping'an did not refuse and immediately boarded the vehicle.

Strictly speaking, there are still many taboos regarding men riding in women's carriages. Especially in the current situation, where there is no one else in the carriage besides them, not even a maidservant, it is even more so.

The private space of the bicycle frame is no less intimate than a man and woman alone together. If this were an ordinary woman, it could even damage her reputation if word got out.

However, as a female Grandmaster and holding an important position, Shen Huiqing was not as taboo about such matters as ordinary people. But as she was not taboo, it was indeed the first time in her life that she had invited a man to ride in her carriage.

However, Chen Ping'an hadn't thought about such matters in such detail. He was quite aware of taboos. But since Shen Huiqing had taken the initiative to invite him, she clearly didn't care much about such things. If the other party didn't care, why should he care, acting all coy and effeminate?

Shen Huiqing's carriage was decorated quite elegantly, with a sandalwood incense burner and soft cushions.

The Zhenfu Division's high-specification, specially made vehicle frame ensures that the space won't feel cramped.

"My lord." Shen Huiqing's eyes were bright as she rose and bowed.

Inside the carriage, although there was no distinction between main and secondary seats, the layout still indicated a hierarchy. Previously, Shen Huiqing had been seated in the head seat, but now that the adults had arrived, it was somewhat inappropriate for her to sit there as well.

He immediately invited Chen Ping'an to sit down. Seeing that the other party was sincere, Chen Ping'an did not refuse and sat down in the main seat with great poise.

The cushion was warm, but it was unclear whether it was Shen Huiqing's temperature or just naturally warm.

Seeing Chen Ping'an sit down, Shen Huiqing then sat down gracefully to the side, her skirt draped down, giving her a voluptuous appearance.

"What are you doing here?" The two had known each other for a few days and were quite familiar with each other. In private, Chen Ping'an didn't hold back when he spoke.

"Your Excellency, Huiqing is here today to deliver invitations to the celebration. I just happened to be passing by and never expected to run into you here," Shen Huiqing explained gently, her red lips moist and her eyes brimming with light.

"That's true." Chen Ping'an nodded slightly.

His celebration ceremony is in a few days, and because it's been moved up, preparations are proceeding at a tight pace. Furthermore, the guests invited to this ceremony are all of a high caliber. It would indeed be more appropriate for Shen Huiqing to personally deliver some of the invitations.

Chen Ping'an chatted with Shen Huiqing for a few minutes, but didn't talk much. The carriage fell silent for a moment.

The interior of the carriage was warm and cozy, with a faint fragrance wafting through the air. It was unclear whether the fragrance came from Shen Huiqing herself or from the incense burner.

Chen Ping'an was calm, his mind preoccupied with the Five Poisons Earthly Fiend Palm and the subsequent plans.

On the contrary, Shen Huiqing, sitting in the carriage, was quite agitated. Especially when she looked at the man not far from her and smelled his hot breath, her emotions were even more unsettled.

At this moment, she felt as if she had returned to the scene of their first meeting.

Absolutely powerful, incredibly domineering, and those eyes, deep and unfathomable, almost captivating, making it impossible to escape their allure.

Such domineering and powerful style, so profound and unfathomable, compels one to submit and bow down in reverence.

And then there was the dazed feeling when she woke up, the disheveled state when she slumped down, drenched in sweat, her hair matted together, her skirt in disarray—all these moments of rudeness and incongruity had occurred before the man in front of her.

A flood of emotions overwhelmed Shen Huiqing, leaving her surprisingly calm. She had always been assertive, but no man had ever conquered her like this before.

This kind of conquest is not about righteousness, titles, power, or authority, but about the very essence of the mind and body, leaving an indelible mark on one's soul.

That domineering feeling remains vivid in my memory, as if it were right before my eyes.

It is irresistible, captivating, and yet it also evokes anticipation.

So contradictory, yet so real.

After attending the trading meeting, it was already dusk, and it would be dark soon. Chen Ping'an naturally had no mood to go back to the camp.

Sitting in Shen Huiqing's car, he headed straight back to his residence on Xuanling Mountain.

Shen Huiqing was originally going back to her post, but seeing Chen Ping'an's state, she only said that she was going back to Xuanling Mountain anyway.

The area of ​​Xuanling City was extremely large, and by the time they arrived at Xuanling Mountain, it was already dark.

Within Xuanling Mountain, carriages are prohibited from traveling, but Chen Ping'an did not insist, and he and Shen Huiqing got off the carriage.

The two got off the car at the rustling sound of their skirts rubbing together.

There was still some distance to the mansion, so they walked up, chatting casually along the way.

Shen Huiqing responded softly, adhering to the duties of a subordinate.

It was mentioned that the adult bike frame is being custom-made and should be ready to be installed soon.

Seeing Shen Huiqing's consistently respectful attitude, Chen Ping'an found it rather uninteresting and casually said...

"In private settings, there's no need to be so reserved. Just be natural and stay within the bounds of propriety."

Shen Huiqing was taken aback upon hearing this, and immediately bowed respectfully, saying, "Yes, sir."

Seeing this, Chen Ping'an couldn't help but smile, but he didn't press the matter. He just teased her with a half-smile, "I've heard you're always assertive, but after spending several days with you, I haven't seen you be assertive at all. Is it because you're deliberately suppressing yourself, or are the rumors wrong?"

Chen Ping'an spoke calmly, but Shen Huiqing's heart skipped a beat, sensing that there was something more to his words.

Her skirt swayed gracefully, and she was about to bow in greeting.

"Huiqing dares not."

Chen Pingan raised his hand to support Shen Huiqing's body, saying, "It's better to be natural."

"Yes." Shen Huiqing's heart trembled slightly, her eyes brimming with tears, and she spoke softly.

Chen Ping'an glanced at her lowered head and delicate appearance, and thought to himself, "It seems the rumors are quite inaccurate."

He smiled and flicked his sleeve lightly: "Alright, you can go back now. I'll go on my own."

After saying that, he left without waiting for Shen Huiqing's reaction.

Chen Ping'an's words were clear, and Shen Huiqing dared not refute them. She simply stood there staring at him as he left.

At this moment, her emotions surged and her thoughts raced.

Did the adult's words just now carry any implication? Or...?
Shen Huiqing gazed at it for a long time, feeling only warmth, before leaving. As her skirt swayed, it resembled morning dew sliding off branches, the hem parting and closing to outline her slightly plump waist and the beauty of her chest.

The Xuanling Residence boasts an exquisite layout and elegant environment.

Located below the mansion is a rather spacious meditation room, engraved with intricate restrictions to isolate internal and external disturbances.

In the quiet room, Chen Ping'an sat cross-legged, his expression calm and his eyes as still as a deep well.

hum~
His eyes flickered slightly, and a golden finger panel appeared before him. Name: Chen Ping'an
Realm: Celestial Being 1st Realm - Pivotal Light Realm
武学：青阳血炼法小成（0/15360）颠鸾倒凤·阴阳枢入门（225/8640）、广寒剑法（残篇）小成（0/7680）、狂雷刀法入门（0/2160）太虚御风步大成（1314/14400）、七绝禁法圆满、七杀天罡拳圆满、霸刀圆满、万魔铸身诀圆满
Secret Technique: Soul-Guiding Incantation
"1314 point."

Chen Ping'an closed his eyes slightly, and the panel in front of him instantly disappeared.

Since mastering the Thunderous Blade Technique yesterday, he has focused his main efforts on the Void Wind-Riding Step. The Void Wind-Riding Step is a delicate footwork that emphasizes tranquility, non-action, and effortless grace.

If one can maintain this state of mind, cultivation will be twice as effective with half the effort. Chen Ping'an has a cheat-like interface and the aid of precious Snow Spirit Leaves. Although he may not necessarily need to maintain this state of mind, if he can keep it up often, it will be entirely beneficial.

Upon reaching the Celestial Realm, besides cultivating one's martial arts, greater emphasis is placed on mental and spiritual enlightenment. If one's mind is clear, pure, and free from any attachments or entanglements, cultivation will be twice as effective. Conversely, if the mind is flawed, obstructed, or like a mirror clouded with dust, then afflictions will arise, making progress difficult.

A single clear thought brings clarity to all things; a single clinging thought leads to a thousand obstacles.

This is the way of Heaven and humanity.

This is why, after reaching the realm of celestial beings, so many people travel far and wide, indulging in the beauty of nature, contemplating the universe, or seeking adventure and mystery. Celestial beings frequently appear in important cities and strategic locations.

All these reasons are for the sake of the Way.

However, everyone has a different heart and a different mind when seeking the Tao. Their methods of cultivation, environment, and experiences are also different. Therefore, the outward manifestations of these differences in an individual are naturally quite different.

All practitioners, whether good or evil, only need to seek a mind as clear as a mirror and a mind free of obstruction, and then their resolve for the Way will be firm and their practice will be free.

Those who are celestial beings perceive the universe, using their spirit and soul as a guide to borrow the power of heaven and earth. With their spirit and soul as the source, they connect with the natural world, forming a small internal cycle and seeking a large external cycle.

However, for ordinary cultivators in the Pivotal Realm, the cycle of existence has only just begun, and there is still a very long way to go.

Although the Pivot Realm can sense heaven and earth, it is not a complete system. Only when the soul builds a bridge, connecting the inside and outside, and the spiritual platform resonates with heaven and earth, reflecting each other, can it be considered a true system.

The Realm of Pivotal Light senses the universe. The Realm of Piercing Rainbow resonates with the universe.

The two are far more powerful than each other.

Chen Ping'an has been in the Celestial Realm for some time now. With the help of the information he had previously gathered, combined with his own situation, he has been verifying and deducing, and his future direction has become increasingly clear.

He has a cheat-like interface, so theoretically, he doesn't need to go through all this trouble. He can simply cultivate step by step; whether he knows it or not won't make any difference.

But he has higher expectations for himself, not only to know what it is, but also why it is. In the process of progressing in his practice and constantly improving, he understands himself, comprehends the practice, and establishes his own system of practice.

By refining one's own martial arts, drawing on the strengths of others, and innovating, one can create a unique method of one's own.

He possesses a cheat-like interface, allowing him to skip many things during his cultivation process, such as acquiring spiritual items, elixirs, and precious resources. He can then use this saved time to plan much more, whether it's refining secret techniques or studying secret methods—both are paths to cultivation.

Among those who continuously refine their practice, he has more time to digest and process information. He will make full use of this time, transforming it into strength, which will become the resources and foundation for his path of seeking enlightenment.

He must not only travel fast, but also travel steadily. In the struggles along the way, he must clearly see his own heart and understand his own path.

Chen Ping'an's thoughts shifted, and numerous ideas kept flashing through his mind.

hum~
A tremor of light appeared, and four command flags emerged, their surfaces fluttering and swirling.

A pale blue halo flowed, forming a confined space that isolated the inside from the outside.

Wow~
A light shone from Chen Ping'an's brow, and his spiritual power surged like a tide.

In the quiet room, the light flickered, illuminating his face and making it appear even more profound.

hum~
+1!

Over the next few days, Chen Ping'an kept to himself and focused his energy on cultivation. Shen Huiqing handled all the affairs of the garrison, so Chen Ping'an didn't have to worry about them.

With Chen Ping'an's full authorization, Shen Huiqing handled all matters extremely well. In fact, before Chen Ping'an took office, this Xuanling important place was already under Shen Huiqing's full authority.

If it were an ordinary leader, how would they dare to do this? Let alone fully delegate power, even the second-in-command would have to be extremely cautious when privately contacting some middle-level core personnel.

He's a newly appointed official with an unstable foundation. To delegate authority like this, essentially becoming a hands-off manager, is it possible that he's afraid the other party isn't completely sidelined enough, so he's pulling strings behind the scenes to further promote the situation?
However, it's clear that with absolute confidence as his backing, Chen Ping'an has no such concerns whatsoever. Leaving aside whether Shen Huiqing harbors any ulterior motives, even if she does, he has ample means to eliminate her completely.

Under such circumstances, Chen Ping'an naturally had no worries, fully delegated authority, stayed behind the scenes, and took charge of the overall situation.

Shen Huiqing also behaved very well, reporting the details to Chen Ping'an every other day. On some important decisions, she would also explain her approach.

It must be said that Shen Huiqing handled things efficiently, and Chen Ping'an was quite satisfied with her handling of the situation after several attempts. This made him even more confident in having her handle everything.

After reporting on some routine matters once or twice, Shen Huiqing was no longer allowed to report on them. This mainly applied to important decisions.

Chen Pingan and Shen Huiqing were fully aware of these matters. Some core management members who attended the meeting were also able to sense the subtle nuances involved.

However, going further down the line, one might not understand the intricacies involved. This back and forth, in turn, sent some incorrect signals to the outside world.

As soon as such signs appeared, Shen Huiqing reported the matter to Chen Ping'an. Chen Ping'an, however, did not take it seriously, focusing on his cultivation, and did not let Shen Huiqing handle it.

Some things, whether you know them sooner or later, will lead to the same result.

As time passed, rumors circulated among the garrison commanders of various states that the newly appointed Xuanling garrison commander of the Azure Dragon faction had been sidelined.

To be precise, it is the real verification in each and every matter.

The reason for this situation is twofold: firstly, Shen Huiqing's strong leadership, and secondly, the newly appointed garrison commander, Chen Ping'an, voluntarily relinquished his post and gave way to the deputy garrison commander, Shen Huiqing.

This news naturally sparked a small-scale discussion among high-end circles.

"This brute saw things clearly, knew his own limitations, and voluntarily stepped aside to avoid a confrontation."

"Not everyone should wade into the muddy waters of Xuanling!"

"Haha, after all that fuss, it turns out it's just a mascot!"

"The 'wild knife' gained fame, and Shen Huiqing benefited; the two cooperated quite well!"

"Get a name?! What kind of name? It's going to make us a laughing stock! Why come here if you're not going to compete or fight for anything? Are you really just here to be a mascot?"

"Otherwise what? Hahaha!"

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And it was under these circumstances that the welcoming ceremony for Chen Ping'an, the newly appointed garrison commander of Xuanling in Canglong Prefecture, the prodigy of the Hidden Dragon, and the valiant swordsman, finally began.

People from all walks of life gathered to celebrate.

(End of this chapter)