Chinese martial arts! Grandmaster

Clang——!
"That's right! This is innate sword energy condensed from the sword dao dharma image. Using qi to control the sword, one can kill enemies from ten meters away!"

"Once the protective aura is successfully condensed, it can penetrate the body and kill without leaving a trace!"

"Innate sword energy is a force; when speed breaks through the limit, the resulting energy can tear through the void."

Chen Jie withdrew his sword stance and said calmly:

"After this period of arduous training, my martial arts power exertion has broken through to the Great Perfection of Meridian Opening Qi."

"After finishing my seclusion today, I suddenly had an epiphany and understood the true meaning of speed, so I called you all here to discuss it together."

"If you can comprehend the profound meaning of innate qi, your combat strength will undergo a qualitative leap."

While talking.

boom--!
He suddenly swung his claw in mid-air.

Click——!
A fierce and domineering aura exploded outwards.

A powerful shockwave swept down.

The four chief eunuchs felt the air freeze for a moment.

Then,

Like a raging tornado rising from the ocean, the powerful vortex of energy forced the four of them to involuntarily take three steps back.

Five fingers formed around it, and waves of air surged.

The ironwood stake shattered instantly, as if it had been severed by five bursts of energy.

Martial Saint Technique - Raging Dragon Claw!
This is the overwhelming power of the Dragon Claw Technique.

"Hiss—this is—Dragon Claw Hand!?"

Kou Yin, who was not far away, was greatly surprised when he saw this scene.

His most powerful martial art is the Dragon Claw Hand.

but,

Even if he devoted his entire life to mastering the Dragon Claw Hand technique, he could not do it as easily and effortlessly as Chen Jie.

The key point is that the power of this 'Raging Dragon Claw' is too strong!
As Chen Jie's claw descended from the sky, his arm, enhanced by the 'Dragon Claw Hand Technique,' trembled dozens of times in an instant.

After the powerful energy surged, it concentrated at a single point and suddenly grabbed at the ironwood stake with unimaginable speed.

With a single claw strike, a powerful air blast was generated, shattering the ironwood stake from a distance.

This 'Raging Dragon Claw' strike was incredibly powerful and mysterious!
The martial arts of a master of the Qi-unblocking technique require physical contact with the opponent to unleash their full destructive power.

Since the [External Dharma Form] has not yet been condensed, it is impossible to protect the body with innate internal energy.

Therefore,
The burst of energy wasn't enough to kill an enemy in mid-air, let alone crush an ironwood stake instantly with a single claw from a distance of ten meters!
At this moment, Chen Jie unleashed the "Dragon Claw Hand," its power exploding instantly and creating a shockwave with innate internal energy.

This kind of incredible martial arts technique is truly eye-opening.

Whether it's the external Dharma form, innate Qi, physical strength, skills, or artistic conception, it far surpasses that of a master of the Qi-opening meridians.

Bang-!
Immediately afterwards, Chen Jie made another grabbing motion in mid-air.

Instantly, a rock within ten meters was shattered into pieces, turning into dust.

"Innate Qi manifested! Hiss—how is this possible?"

Gongsun Ze's eyes widened upon seeing this scene.

Just now, when Chen Jie waved his Dragon Claw Hand, his innate qi vibrated and formed a twisting force, shattering the ironwood stake and the stone.

This is the manifestation of innate vital energy, which is similar in principle to the transformation of sword energy into a dragon.

If the "Sword Qi Transforms into a Dragon" technique can be executed with the aid of sword intent, it wouldn't be surprising if it were performed at the Tongmai Gangjin realm.

Then,

Now that Chen Jie is at the Tongmai Gangjin realm, he can unleash the innate Gangqi transformation, which is truly astonishing!
It should be noted that the transformation of innate qi into physical form is a sign of the pinnacle of martial arts, the realm of "indestructible spirit".

Chen Jie's martial arts power exertion level has not broken through to the level of "seeing the divine and not being destroyed".

but,

However, he can unleash the power of the 'Dragon Claw Hand Technique' in an instant.

Gongsun Ze was completely dumbfounded. Chen Jie's performance overturned his understanding of martial arts.

boom--!
Chen Jie turned around, and with one claw, he swept it down towards Gongsun Ze.

Suddenly,

Gongsun Ze felt a terrifying pressure enveloping him, making it impossible for him to breathe.

Thump thump thump—!
Gongsun Ze took five steps back before the suffocating pressure from before disappeared.

This technique of integrating artistic conception into the 'Dragon Claw Hand Technique' is so magical that it leaves people in awe!

"After reaching the level of Tongmai Gangjin in martial arts, one can condense the 'external Dharma Image' and drive the internal energy to emerge from the body to kill enemies."

“We martial arts practitioners are easily misled into thinking that in order to condense the ‘external Dharma form’, we must condense the innate true qi.”

"In fact, the core of any martial art is to stimulate the potential of the human body."

"One of the most important reasons why I was able to unleash innate qi at the Tongmai Gangjin realm is that I practiced external martial arts."

"If the body's strength and resilience are insufficient to withstand the power of innate qi, it will be difficult to condense an external dharma form!"

Chen Jie smiled and explained to the four chief eunuchs:
"Your understanding of martial arts has reached its pinnacle."

"Whether it's swordsmanship, claw techniques, fist techniques, palm techniques, knife techniques, etc., I have already reached the limit of my current level."

"Therefore, based on your understanding of martial arts, you can barely unleash the innate qi, but you cannot condense the external dharma form, and you cannot unleash the full power of the innate qi."

Gongsun Ze and Guan Shanyue are at the same level of martial arts as Chen Jie.

After listening to Chen Jie's words, they nodded as if they understood.

Swish-!
"I've practiced the Golden Bell Shield technique, but my skill level isn't very high!"

"It seems that I have been pursuing the ultimate swordsmanship, neglecting the fundamentals and focusing on the trivial, while ignoring the improvement of my physical body!"

Gongsun Ze casually took out a steel knife and slashed it down on his own leg.

Clang——!
With a crisp, metallic clang.

Just as the steel blade was about to reach Gongsun Ze's leg, a burst of powerful energy shattered it, breaking it in two.

Gongsun Ze not only practiced the Iron Bell Cover technique, but he was also highly skilled in it.

Unfortunately, unlike Chen Jie, he was not able to absorb the 'essence of life' to temper himself.

They also cannot, like Chen Jie, activate the resonance of the [Martial Saint Sect] and obtain the martial arts inheritance of the Martial Saint.

at this time,

Gongsun Ze's leg muscles, bones, and skin were as hard as iron, and he could use his true energy to reflect the impact and shatter steel blades, almost reaching the level of 'invulnerability'.

but,

Once the steel blade contains the essence of the blade, his flesh and blood body still cannot withstand it.

and,

He felt that if he faced Chen Jie's 'Raging Dragon Claw', he would definitely not be able to withstand its fierce and domineering force.

Chen Jie nodded slightly and said:
"Chiba Teru of the Eastern Ninja Sect has mastered the application of protective qi, but he is unable to condense an external dharma form!"

"However, because he can unleash a powerful aura that penetrates his body, containing innate intent, it is enough to injure enemies from a distance."

"You are no match for the innate qi of those who are 'indestructible even when facing gods'!"

"An inch longer, an inch stronger! Even if his protective aura penetrates a foot through his body, he will still have an absolute advantage in a life-or-death battle."

"Moreover, the protective aura of any 'indestructible' expert can kill enemies from three meters away!"

"So even if the four of you join forces, you are no match for a 'God-Indestructible' expert!"

Upon hearing this, Gongsun Ze and the other chief eunuchs fell into deep thought.

This is the simplest principle of martial arts.

If you want to hurt someone, you must make physical contact with their body for it to have an effect.

However, once someone unleashes their protective aura, they can kill you silently from several meters away.

This is why the combat power of a 'God-like Indestructible' expert can overwhelm that of a 'Pulse Opening Qi' expert. "Gongsun Ze, actually, your swordsmanship level is enough to condense a 'Sword Body Dharma Image'!"

"Your body, bones, meridians, and true energy have all been integrated, but you have never been able to comprehend the sword energy penetrating your body, which is truly a great pity!"

Chen Jie took a deep breath and sighed:

"With your body that has cultivated the Iron Bell Shield, once you condense the 'External Dharma Image,' you will soon step into the 'Indestructible Godhood' realm."

"The Wind-Breaking Saber Technique is an extremely profound martial art, but it requires a very high level of life potential."

"You are too old, and your physical functions are beginning to decline. If you cannot break through to the peak of martial arts, 'Seeing Gods Without Destruction,' within five years, then your martial arts realm in this life will stop here!"

"I have a cultivation technique here called the 'Star Absorption Technique,' which can absorb the essence of animal blood and strengthen your life potential!"

Star Absorbing Technique!
It is not an internal energy cultivation method, but a simplified version of the "Diamond Kung Fu" method of absorbing the life essence of animals!

Compared to the complete "Star Absorbing" technique, Chen Jie's simplified version of the "Star Absorbing Technique" is only one-third as effective.

But for the four chief eunuchs of the Imperial Palace, this "Star Absorbing Technique" was no small matter.

It can practically be called a technique that defies fate and changes destiny.

Swish-!
As soon as he finished speaking, Chen Jie took a step forward.

He reached out with his claws, and it was like a thunderclap from a clear sky, causing petals to fall in profusion.

boom--!
next moment.

Gongsun Ze sensed a claw-like shadow appear behind Chen Jie!
The Dragon Claw technique manifests!
In an instant, he found himself completely restrained, unable to move or even circulate his internal energy.

If Chen Jie wanted to kill him, he could easily kill him in one move.

Although the time was very short, less than half a second, the Dharma form manifested and then dissipated.

The surrounding space was able to unleash a binding force when he grabbed it.

Perhaps this is what makes the Dragon Claw Hand so terrifying.

Chen Jie's Dragon Claw Hand was not yet able to unleash the dragon's might.

However, when unleashed at full power, the innate true energy can be brought to its fullest potential.

With a single grasp, his true energy circulated throughout his body, and with each expansion and contraction, he condensed the power of heaven and earth into it.

"The core of confining space lies in the application of intent. As long as you control the absorption power of true qi circulation, enhance your life potential, and cultivate slowly, you can master the [External Dharma Form]!"

Chen Jie patiently explained to the four chief stewards:
"Strengthening muscles, cleansing the meridians, achieving copper skin, iron bones, transforming marrow, moving blood, and unblocking meridians—each major realm represents an enhancement of the body's life potential!"

In the 'Urban World', Chen Jie combines Professor Lucas's theory of genetic evolution with his own martial arts prowess.

He gained a deeper understanding of the true meaning of martial arts.

"In the process of enhancing the body's life potential, there will be a cycle from birth to death!"

"Whether it's cultivating internal energy or breaking through the mental barrier of the Refining Spirit Realm, it's all about improving the body."

"Forged through countless trials, steel is forged in fire!"

"If you cultivate the Star Absorbing Technique for three months, I believe your physical condition will undergo a tremendous change!"

"I hope to see you make a breakthrough within a year!"

He is now the Qian King and will face all sorts of challenges.

Although the four chief eunuchs of the Imperial Palace were considered very powerful in the martial arts world.

Guan Shanyue and Gongsun Ze, in particular, are both experts at the late stage of the Tongmai Gangjin realm, almost standing at the pinnacle of martial arts.

but,

For the most elite combat forces, the strength of the four Grand Stewards is far from sufficient.

Ximentang has a wealth of talent under his command, but he is severely lacking in high-end combat power.

During his martial arts practice time, Chen Jie generously gave the four of them some pointers.

He held the authority over both the Imperial Household Department and the Imperial Palace, and in other words, the Grand Eunuch was his confidant.

Moreover, after spending so much time together.

Although he could not control the martial arts will of the stewards, he had already left an imprint on their consciousness.

Unfortunately, the 'gene serum' could not be brought over.

Otherwise, Chen Jie would have the four chief eunuchs take 'gene serum' to enhance their combat capabilities.

Teaching them the "Star Absorbing Technique" now, although the effect is somewhat less than directly taking the "gene potion," will definitely allow them to make further progress as long as they can comprehend it!
Gongsun Ze and Guan Shanyue, whose martial arts skills were slightly higher, quickly understood Chen Jie's meaning.

Following the "Star Absorbing Technique" taught to them by Chen Jie, they sat cross-legged and began to cultivate.

Breathe in and out, refine yourself.

However, they can only adjust their breathing and cannot absorb the essence of life!
"Take your time, don't rush. The cultivation of the Star Absorbing Technique cannot be rushed. Your martial arts level has already reached the point where you can condense [External Dharma Forms]."

"The most important reason why your martial arts level has not broken through again after so many years is that your life potential has begun to dissipate!"

"The Star Absorbing Technique is the best way to enhance one's life potential!"

Chen Jie stood with his hands behind his back, looking like a reclusive sage.

"If you can hunt deep-sea creatures such as whales and giant sharks on the open sea, the results will be twice as effective!"

"Many deep-sea creatures possess sufficient life potential and are extremely pure."

"The decisive battle between Miyamoto Musashi, the greatest swordsman of the Orient, and the 'Master of the Shocking Cloud Sword' in the East China Sea will begin soon!"

"The fighting in the Hanzhong area has basically subsided, so there's not much point in you staying by my side."

"If you can condense an [External Dharma Image], your combat power will increase several times!"

Under Chen Jie's guidance, the four chief stewards continuously practiced the "Star Absorbing Technique".

One breath in, one breath out; one relaxation, one tension.

This technique may seem simple, but it is actually not so easy to comprehend.

Fortunately, the four stewards were all highly talented martial arts geniuses, and under Chen Jie's guidance, they made rapid progress.

-

Although Chen Jie stayed in 'Urban World' for more than three months.

but,

Due to the misalignment of time flow, only ten days have actually passed in the 'other world'.

Li Zicheng, the King of Shu, had already surrendered to the Great Qian Dynasty, which saved Ximen Tang the trouble of entering Sichuan to suppress the rebels.

The rebellion of the vassal kings in the southwest of the Daqian Dynasty was thus successfully resolved.

Li Zicheng, the King of Shu, finally breathed a sigh of relief and handed over military power, at least ensuring the status of his entire family.

If the Li family of Sichuan is forcefully wiped out by Ximen Tang, they will be doomed.

but,

Just as he relinquished his military command, an urgent report came from the south of Hunan.

Yueyang Prefecture was forcefully occupied by the Kwantung Army under the command of Dashanyan, who then marched straight to Changsha Prefecture.

Southern Hunan is in dire need of help!
It turned out that while Ximentang was fighting a major battle with Li Zicheng, the King of Shu, in Xiangyang, Dashanyan broke out of Hanzhong and escaped the encirclement.

Next,
The Kwantung Army marched westward and successively captured Changde and Yiyang.

They also burned, killed, looted, and plundered along the way.

However, Oyama Iwao ordered that no massacre be carried out after each city was captured.

He recruited all able-bodied men into the Kwantung Army, turning them into cannon fodder for the local militia, thus expanding the army's strength.

As a result, during the ten-odd days that Chen Jie was away, Oyama Iwao actually expanded the Kwantung Army to 300,000 troops again.

Although the Kwantung Army's elite force was reduced to only about 120,000 men, the expansion of the army added endless variables to the overall situation of the Great Qian Dynasty.

Perhaps it was because Ximentang had made no move after occupying the Hanzhong area for the past ten days or so.

Therefore,
Da Shan Yan felt like he could do it again!

He led an army of 300,000 to attack Yueyang Prefecture, and swiftly captured it with overwhelming force. (End of Chapter)