The Great Martial Saint!

Whoosh—!
Chen Ping'an gently flapped his wings, and sparks fell like rain, splashing in all directions. Where the sparks landed, rocks melted, vegetation turned to ash, and blackened ravines were left behind.

“Divine bloodline.”

Chen Ping'an's eyes shone with brilliant golden flames, and beneath his fiery wings, a ball of leaping golden flame condensed in his palm, its temperature so high it seemed to distort space.

With a thought, the golden flames in his palm surged instantly, creating waves of heat.

"Amazing fire control!"

With a gentle flap of his wings, sparks flew and a thunderous roar shook the Azure Flame Command Flag and the deep sea realm, causing it to buzz.

The earth trembled, and amidst the mountain peaks and valleys, Chen Ping'an was enveloped in golden flames, his wings spread out like a blazing sun, illuminating everything around him in a golden glow.

hum~
Chen Ping'an's eyes flickered, and a golden finger panel appeared in front of him.

hum~
Name: Chen Ping'an
Realm: Celestial Realm 2 - Rainbow Penetration Realm (Seventh Stage)
武学：青阳血炼法大成（0/38400）、颠鸾倒凤·阴阳枢入门（1435/8640）、三分归元真卷小成（0/15360）、无相自在法（残篇）未入门（237/1920）、广寒剑法（残篇）大成（0/19200）、狂雷刀法大成（11835/14400）、太虚御风步圆满、七绝禁法圆满、霸刀圆满、万魔铸身诀圆满
Secret Techniques: Soul Suppression Technique, Soul Guiding Technique, Butterfly Dream Bewitching Technique, Illusionary Eye

"Seventh Dan of Guanhong!"

Chen Ping'an's eyes gleamed strangely as golden flames enveloped him and slowly dissipated.

The terrifying aura that surrounded him gradually subsided, and his fiery wings disappeared into the air.

Before long, Chen Ping'an returned to his original appearance. Only the charred ruins and ditches around him spoke of his previous power.

With the Qingyang Blood Refining Technique perfected, just as Chen Ping'an had predicted, he successfully mastered the Golden Crown Feathered Sparrow, a Heaven-grade mutated bloodline demon beast.

Golden Flame Wings!

With wings formed from gold and fire, and under the influence of extraordinary bloodlines, one can unleash extreme speed.

A fleeting glimpse, a fiery feather piercing the sky!
Although Chen Ping'an did not fully experience these miraculous phenomena, the impulse surging from his very blood told him the terrifying power of this extraordinary light.

Chen Ping'an had gained profound insights from his previous simple attempts.

This is at least several times his previous escape speed!
Before he even activated his bloodline's divine power, his three-stage physique refinement, at its peak, was enough to overwhelm even the Venerable Zhenyue of Hengshan Sect at close range.

As a highly experienced being among the second-realm Celestials, the fact that Venerable Zhenyue could act this way suggests that his previous escape speed, even if not as fast as that of a third-realm master, was probably not far off.

The extraordinary nature of bloodline is based on this foundation, with considerations multiplied several times over. This is the speed of escape.
Even during that day's major overhaul, it could be described as terrifyingly fast!
Let alone ordinary cultivators, even celestial cultivators known for their speed of escape would likely only be amazed upon seeing his escape speed.

The completion of the three refinements and the extraordinary bloodline brought Chen Ping'an far more than just these benefits.

Taking another step forward in martial arts realm is one aspect of this.

Physical strength and blood energy, cultivation level and realm complement each other. He had previously benefited greatly from consuming the fourth-tier spiritual fruit, the Crimson Sun Golden Fruit. Now, with his blood energy surging and his physical strength enhanced, under extreme stimulation, even his martial arts realm has advanced a step forward.

As one's realm advances, one's spiritual foundation deepens further.

Compared to that, what changed even more was Chen Ping'an's physique itself.

Although the Golden-Crowned Feathered Sparrow is not known for its physique, its physical defenses have been further enhanced through bloodline tempering. Consequently, its first and second stages of divine refinement have also received varying degrees of enhancement.

Furthermore, under normal circumstances, the speed of gain is increased significantly, becoming at least half again as fast as before.

Such speed, even without using his bloodline supernatural abilities, is enough to rival that of a Celestial Realm cultivator. Some cultivators with weaknesses in speed might not even be able to match him.

The Golden-Crowned Feathered Sparrow has a mutated bloodline, which he activated using fire-elemental essence, and he is now truly experiencing its benefits.

The most notable point is that he has mastered the divine ability to control fire, and can unleash golden flames with terrifying power, enough to burn the protective true essence of ordinary celestial beings.

A single flame is enough to pose a fatal threat to those who are false celestial beings.

In addition to its supernatural fire-controlling abilities, it also possesses the power to ward off poisons and impurities. This manifests as a high level of resistance to toxins, enabling it to develop immunity to common poisons—a phenomenon known as poison immunity.

These characteristics, combined with his deliberately crafted poison resistance, obstacle avoidance, and other abilities, make him extremely resistant to poisons.

However, he hadn't tried it himself yet, so he couldn't judge the exact extent of the poison. But one thing was certain: ordinary fourth-tier poisons would have absolutely no chance against him.

Even if the deadly poison is a threat to other celestial beings, the combined resistance would likely limit its threat to him.

"Divine bloodline, golden fire wings, fire control and poison immunity, speed boost, and a strong physical foundation."

Chen Ping'an's thoughts shifted, and the spark in his eyes gradually dimmed and returned to calm.

With the Qingyang Blood Refining Technique perfected and his bloodline refined to extraordinary heights through three refinements, his foundational combat power has increased once again, which means that he will soon enter a new stage.

A new phase, new challenges, everything needs to be planned, and there is a great deal to be done.

The Qingyang Blood Refinement is a process of forging the body with the true bloodline of the earth dragon.

The second refinement results in the Golden-Patterned Black Tortoise, a top-grade earth-level mutated bloodline.

The Three Refinements True Blood is a mutated bloodline of the Golden Crown Feathered Sparrow, a celestial grade.

So, the fourth refinement.
With such a foundation, his lowest expectation for the Fourth Refinement stage is to obtain demon beast blood comparable to, or even better than, a top-tier Heavenly Grade bloodline. If the opportunity arises, he even considers...
Above the Heavenly Rank!

The world is vast and full of wonders. There are mythical beasts and strange creatures, whose bloodlines are of a rank above the Heavenly Rank.

However, such exotic beasts are extremely rare and precious. They are not extinct in the world, but they are extremely rare.

If one were to truly seek it out, even something as vast as a dynasty would be extremely difficult to find.

Perhaps only in dangerous and secret places, in hidden realms, is there a greater chance of finding it.

but that
It's just a hope, nothing more.

The fourth refinement of true blood is crucial to the foundation of combat power, and Chen Ping'an's principle is to have quality over quantity.

Even at the very least, one would need a superior-grade mutated bloodline, comparable to a top-grade mutated bloodline. With his current connections, he cannot access true blood of this rank for the time being.

For now, all we can do is keep this matter in mind and look for another opportunity.

Besides Blood Refining True Blood, there are also Ice Soul Spiritual Objects related to cultivation enhancement, the practical application of the Three-Part Return to Origin True Scroll, fourth-tier spiritual wine with enhancement effects, calculations of the power of the fourth-tier rare item Deep Sea Pearl, and the mental calculations required for top-tier treasures.
In addition, there are all the public matters.

There is a lot to do. He has now entered a new phase, but this new phase does not mean stopping. Instead, he is determined to forge ahead and move forward steadily!
After carefully comprehending the new combat power, Chen Ping'an did not linger. After cleaning up his mess, he transformed into a beam of light and disappeared from the scene.

Now that his cultivation is on the right track, and with the Qingyang Blood Refinement now complete, he can devote more energy to studying some secret techniques and reading some biographies and miscellaneous books to broaden his horizons and knowledge.

Among the previous gains were many such items. For example, the Venerable Zhenyue of Hengshan Sect possessed some secret techniques and arts related to external martial arts.

Although he wasn't particularly interested in these things, he dabbled in them and even put them to use, which was still a gain in itself.

Chen Ping'an's return did not cause much of a ripple within Beishan Pass.

Beishan Pass, adjacent to the Black Nether Mountain Range, has a unique geographical advantage, bordering several regions. While the escape light at the Celestial level is rare, it is undoubtedly much more common compared to other places.

For ordinary cultivators, it is not difficult to distinguish the difference in the escape light between pseudo-celestial beings and martial celestial beings.

When the difference in levels is too great, the distinction between cultivators at higher levels becomes ambiguous and unclear, relying more on experience and habits.

In the past few days, Chen Ping'an accepted Yu Minglong's mission to investigate the background of that mysterious cultivator. His entire journey was uneventful.

Unlike Hou Xibai, he didn't use a flying chariot or a spirit beast to drive it when he came and went. His movements were completely unremarkable.

Upon returning to the Zhenfu Division, Chen Ping'an, as usual, quickly went back to his office.

Then came a long period of seclusion and research.

Since Chen Ping'an took office, others have become accustomed to his way of doing things. If it weren't for the battle not long ago, many people would probably still think of him as a reclusive cultivator who dislikes fighting.

However, now that Qiu Siping has set a precedent, he has truly secured his position as the deputy garrison commander of Beishan Town.

In the eyes of all forces in Beishan Pass, Chen Ping'an is now undoubtedly a true Celestial Being, both in terms of status and strength. At the Grandmaster level, achieving this level of prowess is unparalleled in Beishan and even in Bi Cang.

Under such circumstances, another ten days or so passed.

In the past ten days or so, Hou Xibai's influence has been at its peak, with various parties coming to invite him to their homes and frequently attending their exchange banquets.

Hou Xibai was frequently active in the high-end circles of Beishan Daguan, causing a series of stirs and disturbances.

In a small gathering three days ago, he, a newly promoted second-realm cultivator just entering the Piercing Rainbow Realm, sparred with a seasoned second-realm expert who had come from afar. After more than a thousand rounds of fierce fighting, the battle ended in a draw.

In this battle, Hou Xibai remained calm and composed, smiling and seemingly not feeling any pressure.

On the other hand, the other fighter's face was flushed and his expression was urgent. Although the two ended in a draw, the difference in skill was obvious.

For a time, Hou Xibai's fame soared, and he was the talk of the town.

With his own combat strength alone, Hou Xibai can rival, or even surpass, a seasoned second-stage cultivator. If he were to add a fourth-tier flying bird, a transformed demon beast, and the spirit beast Du Xiang to assist him in maneuvering the formation, Hou Xibai's underlying combat strength might not be much inferior to Yu Minglong's.

Most importantly, Hou Xibai's martial arts progress, as a former rising star, is not yet over. It is foreseeable that, with the passage of time, he will inevitably rise further in the Celestial and Human Realms.

Until one day, his combat strength was comparable to Yu Minglong's, and with the help of spirit beasts, his momentum was about to truly overwhelm Yu Minglong.

At that time, the situation in Beishan will likely be like this.
It's a long story!

Of course, Hou Xibai is just starting to gain momentum, and Yu Minglong has been stationed in Beishan for many years and has a very high prestige. So the situation is generally stable now.

However, Hou Xibai has always been a restless person, and his rise to power undoubtedly affected Yu Minglong's prestige within the Beishan Town Pacification Office.

The Beishan Garrison appears harmonious on the surface, but the competition behind the scenes is becoming increasingly fierce.

Amidst this overwhelming situation, Chen Ping'an's cultivation remained remarkably tranquil.

He neither competed nor fought for anything; in this grand scheme of things, he was like a passerby.

Despite Yu Minglong's repeated hints, Chen Ping'an remained unmoved.

He was new to the area, and although he had people under his command, no faction had been formed yet. All the competition and strategic passes did not affect him.

Amidst this tense power struggle within the Beishan Garrison, and thanks to his calm demeanor, the flames of war never reached him.

To outsiders, he seemed detached from worldly affairs for a time.

However, some people believe that his reaction, seemingly non-interference, is actually a sign of yielding to Hou Xibai's power and betraying Minglong's trust and responsibility.

Among the core and elite personnel of the Zhenfu Division, some middle and high-ranking officials privately discussed that although Chen Ping'an was responsible for the position of assistant, he had no intention of seizing power and was not a trustworthy ruler.

Under these circumstances, although Chen Ping'an occupied a mountain stronghold among the four major figures of the Beishan Town Pacification Division, the people on that stronghold were not loyal to him and had not formed a faction.

On the other side, Ying Congyun seemed to have given up the struggle, watching Hou Xibai grow stronger in the Beishan Garrison. He turned a blind eye to Hou Xibai's actions and frequent interference in defense matters.

The Netherworld Secret Realm is about to open, and Ying Congyun no longer has the energy or inclination to do so.

Against this backdrop, Hou Xibai's influence grew ever stronger, and his reputation soared, rivaling that of Yu Minglong, the garrison commander of Beishan.

On this day, Hou Xibai made a special trip to see Chen Ping'an.

"Lord Chen, Hou's previous suggestion remains valid."

You and I are both exceptional talents, unlike ordinary mortals. We were born extraordinary and deserve to shine brightly in this world.

Hou Xibai smiled, his face arrogant, and his expression showed a determination to win.

Faced with Hou Xibai's attempt to win him over, Chen Ping'an didn't give it much thought and refused as before.

"Thank you for your kindness, Lord Hou, but I have no interest in this matter and I apologize for disappointing you."

Hou Xibai remained expressionless, his gaze piercing straight to the heart.

"Lord Chen, are you really willing to accept this?"
If Hou succeeds, you'll receive an extra share of everything Yu Minglong promised!

Chen Ping'an smiled faintly and shook his head, without saying anything more.

Hou Xibai's expression finally turned cold, his smile fading, and he left with the words, "It's good that Lord Chen doesn't regret it."

Chen Ping'an watched Hou Xibai leave, a slight smile creeping onto his face.

It seems that Hou Xibai is not satisfied with his current attitude.

Before Yu Minglong could say much to him, Hou Xibai was already getting anxious. It seems that the current situation is not particularly favorable for Hou Xibai.

At least, that seems to be the case right now.

Chen Ping'an's thoughts shifted slightly, and with a simple analysis, he understood the current situation.

Yu Minglong holds a legitimate position and has been stationed in Beishan for many years. Although Hou Xibai is a prodigy with many supporters, he is not someone who can be challenged so easily.

The current eagerness to recruit talented individuals is likely a result of the prevailing circumstances.

but
What does the situation have to do with him?
As for Hou Xibai
If he's dissatisfied, then so be it. If it ends here, that's fine. But if he fails to grasp the situation and acts rashly, then...
Chen Ping'an smiled, quickly putting his thoughts out of his mind, and opened a biography book.

He was all alone in Beishan, and the thing he feared least was threats.

The only weakness is that the Southern Academy is safe.

Now, he himself has come to perform the great ritual.
So what!
Chen Pingan gently raised his hand, turned back to the page, and fixed his gaze on the cover page.

Demonic Beasts' Endowments, Bloodline and Divine Tales!

The day after Hou Xibai came to see him, Yu Minglong also summoned him alone.

All his words seemed ordinary, inquiring about the progress and situation of his investigation into the foundation of the major project. But in reality, they were subtle hints and hints at winning him over.

Chen Ping'an seemed not to understand, and simply responded to the question without getting involved in anything else.

Such matters have always been extremely demanding, and given his precious time, he had no intention of getting involved.

The conflicts and factional clashes in Beishan were of no importance to him.

If he is forced by circumstances to take sides and make a decision, then so be it.

But now, he already has the right to overturn the table.

He had no intention of getting involved in such matters.

After exchanging pleasantries and reporting on the relevant matters, Chen Ping'an took his leave.

After Chen Ping'an left, Yu Minglong stood quietly for a long time before slowly raising his eyes. Beneath his magnanimous expression, a hint of coldness flashed across his face.

For him, the most intolerable thing is the ambiguous and uncertain attitude of his subordinates.

But right now.
Hou Xibai is too popular, and due to the current situation, we will allow him to continue for now!
Once this matter is resolved.
"Humph."

Yu Minglong snorted coldly, then flicked his sleeve and turned around.

"Mangdao"
No matter how powerful one is, they are not superhuman!

Three days after Yu Minglong sought out Chen Ping'an, the recently updated Grandmaster Ranking was updated once again.

There is a Grandmaster of Wind and Cloud, who has achieved the status of a celestial being and whose name is known throughout the four realms!

A hidden genius, with astonishing talent, slays a top-tier pseudo-celestial being with his blade, achieving a cross-border rebellion! (End of Chapter)