The Great Martial Saint!

"Fellow Daoist, you may not know this, but some time ago, at the Crimson Sky Alliance meeting, Alliance Leader Zuo invited the great cultivators of the Western Wilderness to exchange insights and verify their learning. Since Alliance Leader Zuo invited them, the great cultivators of the Western Wilderness would naturally not refuse. That is why I, Baosha Sanren, have come."

I have arrived at Bicang today, but it is merely a coincidence that I am passing through; I did not come here intentionally.

The speaker was an elderly celestial being, stroking his long beard, sitting on a green platform, explaining with a smile.

"I see." The celestial being who had asked the question nodded slightly, as if suddenly enlightened.

"I know about the Crimson Cloud Alliance meeting, but I never imagined there would be such interesting details." You Tianren said with a smile, his expression relaxed, as if he were chatting with an old friend.

"I've heard that Alliance Leader Zuo has achieved success in cultivating the Crimson Sky Treasure Scroll and has now intended to take it a step further, cultivating the Crimson Sky Flawless Body. He has invited people from all sides to verify his abilities. The Western Wilderness is a desolate and harsh place with many body-tempering cultivators. Alliance Leader Zuo's invitation to the Western Wilderness to cultivate together is quite appropriate."

"The Crimson Sky Flawless Body?"

Chen Ping'an's heart stirred.

The Crimson Sky Alliance is a powerful and influential alliance, far surpassing the power of ordinary local forces.

The leader of the Crimson Sky Alliance cultivates his body, and most of the alliance members practice body-refining techniques.

Previously, Chen Ping'an, while in Beishan, disguised himself and displayed the posture of a body-forging cultivator, severing the arm of Cangjian and binding Master Gu. As time went by, this matter became widely known in Beishan and the surrounding areas.

At the time, many people suspected the Crimson Cloud Alliance, the Mysterious Armor Sect, and the Five Dragons Mountain, all of which were considered body-forging forces.

There are not many cultivators who truly focus on body tempering, let alone those who reach the Great Cultivation Realm. Such individuals are mostly backed by powerful forces, and there are probably very few who truly cultivate independently across the land.

Even in a vast region as far as the North, such beings are extremely rare.

Therefore, when people heard about the body-forging master on the Black Nether Mountains, they mostly speculated that he was a guest elder or even a supreme elder of some body-forging force.

The Crimson Sky Alliance, for example, is the closest body-forging force to Azure Sky. Its influence is far-reaching, radiating to many regions, making it a truly super-large alliance.

Looking across the North, it stands out from the crowd.

The leader of the Left Alliance, whom the group had just mentioned, is the leader of the Crimson Sky Alliance, a true martial arts master!
Such an invitation would be an honor, no wonder Baosha Sanren rushed over from the Western Wilderness in such a hurry.

However, compared to the matter of Baosha Sanren, Chen Ping'an was more interested in the Chixiao Wuque Body that everyone was talking about.

There are many geniuses in the world, most of whom possess a special body or a special bloodline.

However, some cultivation methods are extraordinary and can also transform one's physique; these are acquired physical constitutions.

Like the Crimson Cloud Alliance, its supreme cultivation technique, the Crimson Cloud Treasure Scroll, once mastered, can grant the Crimson Cloud Melting Gold Body. But from what I'm hearing now, it seems the other party isn't content with this step, but aims to go even further and achieve a flawless body.

For those who cultivate their bodies, their abilities largely lie in their physical strength. If they can achieve a flawless body, the benefits they receive are immeasurable. It's equivalent to external natural power merging with a person, creating a universe within their own body.

Therefore, the inside and outside are separated, each with its own cycle, forming its own world.

Such spirit is truly magnificent!

With boundless ambition and lofty aspirations, I stand tall and reach for the heavens!
Indeed, this world is never short of outstanding individuals!

Chen Ping'an's emotions shifted, and he sighed with emotion.

However, judging from the current situation, the other party's idea is still in its infancy, and its specifics need to be carefully verified and continuously refined.

As for the ultimate goal, whether it can be achieved or not, no one can say for sure.

However, in terms of martial arts skills and artistic conception, the opponent is undoubtedly ahead of most Celestials.

Whether it succeeds or fails, the other party will make its own judgment, and there is no need for others to worry about it.

The other party cultivates the Crimson Sky Treasure Scroll and has achieved the Crimson Sky Melting Gold Body. This kind of divine treasure scroll can cultivate an acquired body. Speaking of which, he cultivates the Azure Sun Blood Refining Method, and now that he has completed the third refinement, with his bloodline endowment and divine abilities, could he also be considered a different kind of acquired body?

Wilderness Power, Bloodline Golden Wheel, Golden Flame Wings
With all these miraculous occurrences, it's probably true!

Chen Ping'an understood immediately, and his thoughts began to surface one by one.

While he was pondering this, the group of people in the small gathering started talking about Baosha Sanren.

Compared to the already known fact that the Crimson Cloud Alliance's leader, Zuo, harbors great ambitions and intends to cultivate a flawless body, the upcoming Great Cultivation of Celestials is undoubtedly more worthy of their attention, even among these old-timers.

"The current situation in Bi Cang is turbulent, with undercurrents and unpredictable events. Does this Bao Sha Sanren have any reason for coming here?" a celestial being asked curiously.

"It's hard to say. Logically speaking, the Crimson Sky Alliance's invitation has a reasonable motive. However, at this critical juncture, it just seems strange no matter how you look at it."

"Indeed. With the current strength of Azure Azure, a single Celestial Realm cultivator is enough to disrupt the balance and even influence the choice of the throne!"

Those present were all martial arts masters at the pinnacle of the realm, and they spoke quite frankly about the struggle for the throne and the grand game of power that others avoided, fearing they might get involved.

Unlike other social circles, where the struggle for the throne might be mentioned, all such matters are discussed in private. Even when conversations take place, they are usually between close friends, as they are afraid of any leaks.

However, most of the people present, while not particularly familiar with each other, clearly did not have such concerns.

Even the Prince of Bicang's Mansion would find it difficult to exert pressure on a martial arts master through mere words!
Normally, under such circumstances, as long as Wu Dao Tianren doesn't take sides or express his opinion, the struggle for the throne will hardly affect him.

Unlike some of the Grandmaster forces and Great Grandmaster families under Bi Cang's rule today, who are now trembling with fear, cautious in their words and actions, for fear of becoming sacrificial cannon fodder if they make a single careless move.

The same situation, at different levels, elicits completely different levels of composure and confidence.

Today, Chen Ping'an has truly and leisurely ascended to the top, able to calmly control his destiny within his own territory.

The conversation was quite lively, ranging from the Great Cultivation of Heaven and Man to the power of Azure Azure, from the power of Azure Azure to the current situation of the Prince, and from there to the changes in the current situation.

Chen Pingan listened quietly, mostly without saying a word. When they did speak, it was always just a few words.

While everyone was talking, Chen Ping'an, intentionally or unintentionally, also gained firsthand information.

For example, consider Baosha Sanren's external circumstances. Although Baosha Sanren cultivates his physique, he is not particularly proficient in this area. However, he possesses the Baosha Technique, which can aid in physique cultivation, refine blood and qi, and temper essence.

This technique, renowned throughout the Western Wilderness for its power to manipulate yellow sand, obscuring the sun, combined with the opponent's prized treasure, the Sand Gathering Tower, would be utterly overwhelming for lower-realm cultivators.

However, Chen Ping'an also sensed that there was something unspoken in their words.

Although Baosha Sanren has been famous for many years, he is not considered strong among the cultivators of the Heavenly Realm.

Because of some fundamental issues, he was considered to be at the bottom of the Heavenly Human Great Cultivation.

Baosha Sanren, born in a small tribe in the Western Wilderness, was able to become a great cultivator only through a stroke of luck. By chance, he managed to take this step.

Under normal circumstances, the other party is usually stuck at the half-step major repair stage and can no longer continue.

But the things of this world are mostly difficult to explain, and their mysteries are so complex that who can truly understand them?
In summary, Baosha Sanren is a player who excels at beating weaker opponents.

While it possesses an overwhelming advantage against cultivators of lower realms, its methods are limited and its threat is relatively small compared to those of the same realm, making it a weak point.

but.
Even the weakest major overhaul is still a major overhaul.

They hold a high position and are admired by others.

They possess a level of influence and influence that is difficult for ordinary celestial beings to reach. Their combat strength is also beyond the reach of other celestial beings.

This can be seen from the conversation among the few people at the meeting.

During the exchange, there was mostly admiration for each other, and an implicit yearning for the great cultivation of heaven and man.

"A Celestial Master, with a lifespan of 1,500 years, who rules the universe and dominates the fate of a region."

"I wonder if I will ever live to see my descendants, my heirs, and anyone who can carry on my legacy. Even if it's just a sliver of hope, I will be content."

"You old man, come on! If any of your descendants have the potential to become celestial beings, that's already a blessing. You actually hope to have the potential for a major cultivation? That's just wishful thinking! A major cultivation, that's a major cultivation!"

"You! You won't even let me think about it?"

"Feel free to do whatever you want, but don't say it out loud." "."

The two bickering seemed to know each other well, and their relationship appeared to be quite good. Their words and actions had the air of playful old men.

Martial arts masters stand aloof, like gods, but to ordinary cultivators, they are like immortals.

In the eyes of some martial arts grandmasters, and even pseudo-celestial beings, celestial beings are incomparably noble and their power is as deep as the sea.

But in reality, once you truly enter the circle and are accepted by it, you will discover the myriad aspects of life among the celestial beings.

As they talked, the topic gradually veered off course.

"A major overhaul is possible, but such a bloodline descendant is extremely rare, practically a pipe dream! The Bi Cang County Prince's Mansion, with its royal bloodline and long-standing tradition of bloodline enfeoffment, has only a handful of people who can be said to have a chance of a major overhaul today. As for those who are certain to succeed, there is not a single one."

Not only is it a sure thing, but there isn't even a single person who has a greater than 50% chance of success.

We speculate that the chance of a major overhaul is over 30%, and Ji Shulan is the only one who can achieve this. Moreover, this is based on the premise of an unlimited supply of resources and spiritual objects.

How could this be possible under normal circumstances? It could only be possible if she succeeded to the title of Prince and received imperial recognition and appointment!
Then there's the Gu Yue Clan, the overlords of the ancient realm. They had three Grandmasters, but to this day, only Gu Yue Mingzhu, Gu Yue You, and Gu Yue Yan are considered to have any hope of reaching that level. Of them, Gu Yue Yan was even killed!

These two families dominated their respective territories, benefiting from the region's fortune and boasting long-standing traditions. Even with powerful cultivators still alive, only a handful of their descendants have achieved this. You tell me, under normal circumstances, how difficult is it to produce a descendant with the potential to become a Celestial Being?

Instead of doing that, you should think about achieving the highest level of spiritual cultivation yourself. At least...
We've already stepped into the critical juncture of life and death, a step where survival is nearly impossible. The chances are always greater.

but
With your talent and potential, even with one foot in the grave, you're probably still stuck at the level of "hope for major repairs" or "hope for something!"

"You! Old Hu, how can you speak so viciously?"

"I speak according to the person," said the old man with a relaxed expression and a gentle smile.

The man who spoke had a flushed face, his complexion was a mixture of red and blue, and he seemed to have a bloated stomach.

Seeing that the situation was deadlocked, the people in the room changed the subject.

"Speaking of which, the Mang Dao is currently in Bi Cang. Have any of you fellow Daoists seen him?"

"No, not at all. I heard that several other forces invited them before, but all of them were unsuccessful. They wanted to cultivate in seclusion and didn't want anyone to disturb their peace."

"Wild sword? Secluded cultivation? Are you kidding me?"

"That fierce sword that slew Gu Yueyan?"

"Indeed. The newly ascended Celestial Being, the Hidden Dragon Prodigy, the Rugged Blade Chen Ping'an!"

"A prodigy among the top ten on the Hidden Dragon Ranking! To achieve Celestial status at the age of twenty-nine is truly unbelievable." One Celestial looked on with a sigh, mostly expressing admiration.

"In my entire life, I have seen countless outstanding talents, but I have never seen anyone like this before!" The celestial being, whose face had previously turned red, also said.

"You talk as if you've ever seen a barbaric sword!? Interesting." The celestial being known as Old Man Hu chimed in at the opportune moment.

"you!"

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Chen Ping'an listened from the side, not expecting the topic to turn to him. He didn't say anything, just sat quietly and listened.

"Speaking of which, it's a real pity about Gu Yueyan. He clearly had the potential to make great progress, but he ended up provoking the Mangdao and died at Beishan Pass."

"The path to enlightenment is long and arduous, fraught with countless hardships and dangers. Today it is Gu Yueyan, but tomorrow it could be someone else. There is nothing new on the path of enlightenment. Looking across the dynasties, how many talented individuals have fallen?"

"That's true. Today it's Gu Yueyan, tomorrow it might be Mangdao. Who can say what the future holds?"

"If Mang Dao hears you say that, it will be another disaster!"

"Calamity? Who do you take me for? Do you think I'm afraid of a mere brute?" A burly man with a bushy beard, unrestrained and extremely bold, said.

"Have you forgotten how Gu Yueyan died?" A celestial being glanced at him.

"Ahem. As the saying goes, it's better to avoid trouble. Although I am not afraid of Mang Dao, I wouldn't say this if Mang Dao were facing me. What do you fellow Daoists say?" The burly man with a bushy beard chuckled awkwardly, trying to maintain his composure.

As he spoke, Chen Ping'an glanced at him.

"Speaking of which, this Mang Dao is truly fearless. He killed the young master of the Guyue Clan without hesitation!" a celestial being exclaimed.

"Otherwise, how do you think the name 'Wild Blade' came about? There are wrong names, but no wrong nicknames."

"He really has no scruples. It's fortunate that the Northern Border Garrison protected him; otherwise, if Grand Master Gu Yue were to get angry, the consequences would be unpredictable!"

“A hidden dragon prodigy is naturally extraordinary. Moreover, someone like Mang Dao must have something to rely on since he has made a move.”

Listening to their conversation, Chen Ping'an nodded secretly.

Ok.

The character's image has become quite well-developed, and the name "Mangdao" has become deeply ingrained in people's minds.

Whether it's relying on external forces or just their nature, it all boils down to one word: recklessness!
There's no such thing as being safe or secure.

They certainly wouldn't use an alias to attend this small trading meeting.

"That's true, but whatever the reason, this matter is a done deal. It's also thanks to the Gu Yue Clan and Gu Yueyou, a bloodline with the potential to become a Celestial Realm cultivator. Otherwise, even if He Xinchen had stepped in, I'm afraid the Gu Yue Clan would have retaliated without hesitation."

“Indeed. This Gu Yuezhong is no ordinary cultivator. If he were to break off relations, even He Xinchen would have to be careful. Furthermore, the Gu Yue clan has three Celestial Realm cultivators. If they were to attack together, both openly and covertly, even He Xinchen would not be able to protect them.”

"That's not quite right. He Xinchen is just a facade; his true stance is with the Northern Border Garrison. Does the Guyue Clan really dare to openly defy the Northern Border Garrison? What a joke!"

"If it truly is the will of the Northern Border Garrison, then that is indeed the case. Not to mention the Ancient Moon Clan, even the Crimson Sky Alliance would not dare to speak rashly. But the fact that they are protecting Mang Dao is probably the will of some faction within the Northern Border Garrison. The Northern Border Garrison, which controls the Northern Border, has a bloated system and a huge organization. How could there not be some factional infighting within it?"
While Mang Dao's actions may have a moral justification for challenging others, there are probably quite a few dissenters within the group.

Gu Yuebo and Gu Yuezhong, being so knowledgeable in this matter, would naturally not be unaware of this.

“That makes sense. In a way, it was because Gu Yueyou was there that Gu Yueyan’s death did not completely extinguish the hope of the clan’s inheritance. In addition, Gu Yueyan’s death was a life-or-death battle, which was morally inexcusable. Therefore, the Gu Yue clan ultimately swallowed their anger.”

"Judging by talent and future potential, Gu Yueyou's chances are indeed greater than Gu Yueyan's. However, the Gu Yue clan may not necessarily swallow this matter, but it's not something they can easily retaliate against. Do you think Gu Yueyan's life or death was simply due to Mangdao's impulsive actions?"

"What? There's more to the story?"

"Were you aware of the previous beast tide in Beishan?"

"know."

"I heard that after the beast tide ended, some rare and precious items appeared in the world. Yu Minglong was seriously injured because of the Guyue clan."

"Ok?"

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During the small meeting, the conversation was lively, and the atmosphere was quite pleasant.

With nothing else to do, Chen Ping'an listened quietly, which was a way to cultivate his character, nourish his mind, and regulate his body and mind.

The way of spiritual practice lies in the balance of tension and relaxation.

Especially.
hum~
Chen Ping'an's eyes flickered slightly as a panel appeared in front of him.

Name: Chen Ping'an
Realm: Celestial Realm 2 - Piercing Rainbow Realm (Piercing Rainbow Hidden Radiance)
武学：青阳血炼法大成（0/38400）、颠鸾倒凤·阴阳枢入门（2285/8640）、三分归元真卷小成（1/15360）、无相自在法（残篇）小成（0/15360）、广寒剑法（残篇）大成（18475/19200）、狂雷刀法圆满、太虚御风步圆满、七绝禁法圆满.
Secret Techniques: Soul Suppression Technique, Soul Guiding Technique, Butterfly Dream Bewitching Technique, Illusionary Eye

"18475 points."

There are still a few days left. (End of Chapter)