Rise from a Poor Family: My Martial Arts Counterattack

Chapter 526 Martial Soul Phenomenon

Within Lin Chen's dantian.

In the ocean of the soul, the waves surged and rolled, and within those waves, a bright blue moon slowly rose.

However, the bright moon did not rise into the sky by its own power. Below it, martial wills, like branches, supported the bright moon as it rose.

If we compare the bright moon to the fruit of flowers and plants, then these martial arts wills are the stems, the branches and leaves...

Palm, fist, leg...

Knives, guns, swords, axes...

The martial will, like the branches of grass and trees supporting the bright moon, rose continuously, which was extremely similar to the grass and tree meridian diagram in the "Taiyi Qingling Record".

Hands and legs are the main stem, basic palm techniques, fist techniques, leg techniques, body techniques... these are the branches on the main stem, while knives, spears, swords, axes are the leaves on the branches.

The stalks climb upwards, supporting the rising moon.

However, the presence of branches and leaves prevents the stem from becoming too weak to support itself, achieving an ultimate balance. Instead, it grows continuously, just like real plants, eventually becoming a towering tree.

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Time passed slowly, and when the bright moon was once again sent into the starry sky, at this moment, nine nebulae followed behind the bright moon, as if they were paying homage to the bright moon.

The nebula rotates, the bright moonlight shines down, and the waves below roll.

This is truly the moon rising over the sea.

Just as Lin Chen's soul completed the "Rising Moon Over the Sea" ritual, a bright moon now hung high in the nebula above and behind him, its clear light enveloping a ten-zhang radius around Lin Chen.

"Could this be the legendary martial arts phenomenon?"

When Luo Changhe discovered that his divine sense could not penetrate within ten feet of Lin Chen, a sentence recorded by a senior of the sect at the Myriad Manifestations Realm suddenly appeared in his mind.

The strongest martial arts master... can transform their divine soul into a martial soul.

Those with a Martial Soul are born martial artists!

What is a martial spirit? It is a spirit that resonates with the martial arts.

As the sect with the deepest research on the divine soul in the entire Yan Dynasty, the Thousand Machines Sect's research on the divine soul path far surpasses that of any other sect.

The Thousand Machines Sect divides a martial artist's soul into two types: normal and abnormal.

Among them, alien souls are divided into two types: innate alien souls and acquired alien souls.

Those born with unusual souls die young, often in their teens.

Acquired souls are formed through contact with rare and precious materials that can cause mutations in the soul, or through certain fortuitous encounters.

Martial Soul is one of the acquired extraordinary souls, and it is extremely rare.

Even the Thousand Machines Sect cannot transform a disciple's soul into a martial soul; this is beyond human control.

"Even a Martial Soul should only gradually form after reaching the sixth level of the Innate Realm, and only after reaching the Myriad Manifestations Realm will there be a chance to create a Martial Soul Phenomenon. This Lin Chen is only at the third level of the Innate Realm, yet he not only possesses a Martial Soul but has also condensed a phenomenon?"

Luo Changhe was certain that the nebula and bright moon behind Lin Chen was a martial soul phenomenon; otherwise, no matter how much potential Lin Chen had, it would have been impossible for him, a powerful expert in the Myriad Manifestations Realm, to be able to get close with his divine sense.

An extraordinary phenomenon has appeared, gaining the approval of Heaven and Earth!

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At this moment, Lin Chen was in a profound state.

Within these ten zhang (approximately 33 meters), he is the true king.

The innate fluid within his body was inexhaustible, and countless martial arts wills accompanied him, resulting in a terrifying leap forward in all aspects of his martial arts.

If he were to face that unruly swordsman again inside the Tower of Babel, Lin Chen was confident that he could block the swordsman's attack.

Within a ten-zhang radius, in the area illuminated by the bright moonlight, he was an invincible being.

"panel!"

After a long while, Lin Chen whispered something, and the panel appeared in front of him.

[Host: Lin Chen]

[Realm: Innate Third Realm]

[Innate Technique: Immortal Art] (Can be evolved)
[Soul: Level 10]

[Comprehension: Level 9]

[Immortal Body: Three Levels]

[Martial Soul Phenomenon: A Bright Moon Rising Over the Sea (Prototype)]

Upon seeing the words "[Prototype]", Lin Chen's eyes lit up. This meant that his martial soul phenomenon could be upgraded and its power could be increased.

As for how to upgrade the Martial Soul Phenomenon, Lin Chen was not worried. When he encountered a situation where he could upgrade, [Racing Against Time] would give him a prompt.

This adventure was well worth it for me.

Forcibly suppressing the urge to enter the Tower of Babel and challenge it, Lin Chen calmed his emotions. The bright moon behind him disappeared into the nebula vortex and then vanished along with it.

With the nebula vortex gone, the main hall returned to its original state.

Less than an hour later, the two scrolls in front of Lin Chen were still there.

"Let's stay in this hall for a full hour to avoid causing any unnecessary trouble."

Lin Chen muttered to himself that he had finished comprehending the "Nine Revolutions Primordial Scripture" and the "Taiyi Azure Spirit Record" in less than an hour. If word got out, it would probably cause a stir. He knew he had to keep his skills hidden.

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outside the hall.

Gu Yunfeng was still waiting there. When he saw his martial uncle appear, he quickly greeted him respectfully, "Martial Uncle Luo."

"After Xiao Yan comes out, just let him leave."

"Let them leave?"

Gu Yunfeng was taken aback, but quickly understood and nodded: "Junior nephew understands, but..."

Luo Changhe knew what his junior apprentice meant by "only..." and said directly, "This kid has already comprehended the Nine Revolutions Primordial Scripture and the Taiyi Azure Spirit Record."

Upon hearing his martial uncle's answer, Gu Yunfeng's pupils constricted slightly. Xiao Yan had actually succeeded in comprehending it. With Xiao Yan's talent for alchemy, coupled with these two techniques, wouldn't that mean that Xiao Yan could not only reach the Grandmaster level in alchemy, but might even reach the pinnacle of alchemy?

Wouldn't any sect recruit such a genius?

"Xiao Yan carries heavy karma; do not interfere too much."

After leaving those words, Luo Changhe disappeared from the spot. He couldn't be completely sure whether Lin Chen was the variable. In the current situation, all the Thousand Machines Sect could do was let nature take its course.

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A full hour and a quarter of an hour.

Lin Chen estimated the time, pushed open the main hall door, and looked regretful.

"This junior greets Pavilion Master Gu."

Seeing the regret on Lin Chen's face, Gu Yunfeng narrowed his old eyes slightly and asked in a deep voice, "How was your progress in this comprehension?"

"This junior is foolish and has failed to comprehend it."

Lin Chen's words were filled with resentment and regret, which made Gu Yunfeng feel terrible. If it weren't for his uncle's words, he would have been fooled by Xiao Yan.

When telling lies, one's mind remains completely unmoved. How many lies must one have told to be able to remain so calm and composed?

"I originally thought that with your talent in alchemy, you would be able to gain some insight, but now it seems that I overestimated you. Alas..."

Gu Yunfeng sighed, leaving Lin Chen somewhat bewildered. What did he mean?
If you haven't been able to understand it, you shouldn't be sighing and looking regretful like this.
What Lin Chen didn't know was that Gu Yunfeng did it intentionally, as a way of retaliating against him for lying.

Lin Chen's lips twitched, and he could only put on a shameful expression: "This junior is foolish and has wasted this opportunity."

"really."

Lin Chen: ...

In the end, Lin Chen left under Gu Yunfeng's disdainful gaze. After leaving the Pill Pavilion, he did not stay at the Thousand Machines Sect, but left the sect directly. He did not stay in Thousand Machines City either. He took the cloak, put it on, and headed straight for the city gate.

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An hour later, at Cloud Top Pavilion.

Yang Rongtian left Yundingge No. 1 Courtyard.

"Sect Master Xuan, I shall take my leave now."

"Lord Yang, won't you stay a few more days?"

"There are many matters to attend to in Thousand Forging City, and I cannot stay any longer."

Xuan Jing looked puzzled when he heard that Yang Rongtian was about to leave. Yang Rongtian had been sitting in Dongfang Canglang's courtyard for nearly two hours, and now he was going back, which surprised him.

Xuanjing initially thought that this City Lord Yang was indeed harboring some intentions, but after listening to the conversation between City Lord Yang and Dongfang Canglang in the courtyard for two hours, he did not express a clear opinion. In fact, when Dongfang Canglang pressed him several times, City Lord Yang's answers were very vague.

It makes no difference whether someone comes to visit or not.

Recalling how Junior Brother Qiu had investigated Xiao Yan's situation not long ago, which resulted in the arrival of Thousand Forging City, and based on the results of this alchemy competition, Xuan Jing suddenly realized something.

Lord Yang's visit to Dongfang Canglang had only one real purpose: to delay Dongfang Canglang.

If we're talking about timing, Xiao Yan should have already left Qianji City by now.

"Since Lord Yang is in such a hurry to return, then I will not try to stop him."

Having understood Yang Rongtian's purpose, Xuan Jing didn't deliberately try to stop him. After exchanging a few polite words, he watched Yang Rongtian leave, while he himself headed to the Pill Pavilion.

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"What a fine Yang Rongtian!"

Inside Courtyard No. 1, Dongfang Canglang's smile vanished, replaced by a cold glint in his eyes.

Although Yang Rongtian flattered me a lot, when it came to the substantive content, he either evaded the question or deliberately spoke vaguely.

They appeared to have come to visit, but in reality, it was no different from not coming at all; they made no offer whatsoever.

"Young Master, could it be that Yang Rongtian hasn't made a statement because the Thousand Machines Sect Master is present?" Hongluan speculated from the side.

"That's possible."

Dongfang Canglang's expression improved slightly, and Hongluan's guess was not impossible.

"Young Master, what about Xiao Yan..."

"Go tell Jiang Yaoyan, he'll know what to do."

Dongfang Canglang had lost interest in Xiao Yan, but he was willing to give Jiang Yaoyan a chance.

"My slave understands!"

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Outside Qianji City.

After leaving the city, Lin Chen did not completely let his guard down. This time, his gains were considerable, and the process was even smoother than he had imagined. However, the more smooth it was, the more uneasy he felt, as if an invisible pair of eyes were watching him.

call out!
Lin Chen unleashed his full speed, his figure transforming into a golden light as he fled into the distance.

However, after a short while, Lin Chen suddenly stopped and looked at Jiang Yaoyan in front of him.

The fact that the other party could be here means they couldn't have missed me. Thinking of this, Lin Chen took the initiative to lift his cloak: "What a coincidence, I didn't expect to run into Brother Xiao again."

"It's not a coincidence, I was waiting for you here specifically."

Jiang Yaoyan looked at Xiao Yan. Ever since Xiao Yan was punished by Young Master Dongfang, he had instructed his two senior brothers from Medicine King Valley to keep a close eye on Lin Chen's movements. However, he dared not make a move within Thousand Machine City, and he had been waiting outside the city gates for some time.

Lin Chen narrowed his eyes slightly. Jiang Yaoyan was definitely not waiting for him here with good intentions. Moreover, the power of Medicine King Valley was not small. Jiang Yaoyan probably did not come to Qianji City alone.

That’s it!
call out!
Lin Chen's figure transformed into a streak of rainbow light, and to Jiang Yaoyan's astonishment, a dark blue light pierced through his brow.

In a single glance, Jiang Yaoyan was lifeless.

Lin Chen casually took the storage box from Jiang Yaoyan's body, a wisp of flame fell, and he himself disappeared into the horizon without any hesitation.

Fifteen breaths later, two figures appeared on the scene. When they saw the flames on the ground, the two middle-aged men's expressions changed drastically.

"The young master is in trouble. This person hasn't gone far. Chase after him!"

(End of this chapter)