In this chaotic world of martial arts, I'll become a god by adding skill points!

Chapter 75 Wedding Banquet (Part 1) Kneeling Down to Beg for First Subscription

As he spoke, he slowly stood up and walked to the wall.

He raised his hand and moved aside a martial arts manual hanging on the wall, revealing a small hidden compartment behind it.

Take out an antique wooden box from the hidden compartment. The box is carved with intricate patterns and exudes a sense of the weight of time.

He held the wooden box, walked up to Wang Anping, and slowly opened it.

The wooden box was lined with yellow silk, and on top of it was a thread-bound ancient book.

There were no words on the cover, and the paper was yellowed, indicating that it had been stored for a long time.

"This is a martial arts manual passed down through generations of our Chen Family Martial Arts School. It was once a superior martial art called 'Five Animal Frolics'."

Chen Chaoming's tone carried a mixture of awe and regret.

"The Xingyi Quan you are practicing now is a simplified version of the Five Animal Frolics from this book by our Chen family ancestor. However, after the simplification, its power is not even one ten-thousandth as great as the original."

Wang Anping's gaze fell on the ancient book, and his heart was filled with turmoil.

He suppressed his shock, looked up at Chen Chaoming, his eyes full of doubt.

"Our Chen family has a lineage of unparalleled experts, who were the first to obtain this Five Animal Frolics manual."

Our ancestor was a top expert who had reached the realm of "Baodan" or higher.

He was a top-tier expert throughout Liangzhou, traversing the entire land.

Chen Chaoming's tone was full of pride, but then it dimmed.

"It's just a pity that after our ancestor, the younger generation of the Chen family has become increasingly mediocre in talent."

Successive generations of practitioners have failed to thoroughly study and master this book, "Five Animal Frolics".

They didn't even grasp the basics, and it wasn't until my generation that I came across them.

They can only maintain the reputation of their martial arts school by relying on a simplified version of Xingyi Quan.

He paused, his gaze fixed on Wang Anping, and said with utmost sincerity, "I am now determined to raise an army in rebellion and overthrow this corrupt Da Shun dynasty."

Although everything is ready at the moment, in chaotic times, many variables are bound to occur.

I can't guarantee that it will definitely succeed.

If the rebellion fails, the Chen family martial arts school will likely face annihilation.

The Chen family line may also end here.

"Master, you—"

Wang Anping pretended to be terrified and tried to persuade him, but Chen Chaoming raised his hand to interrupt him.

"My mind is made up, no further words are needed."

Chen Chaoming handed the wooden box to Wang Anping with an extremely solemn expression.

"The reason I gave you this book, 'Five Animal Frolics,' is because I recognize your talent."

I believe you have the opportunity to thoroughly study this manual and recreate the glory of our Chen family ancestor.

I don't ask you to help me with anything, I only ask that if I am defeated and die in the future...

The Chen family martial arts school has suffered a devastating blow. Can you please remember the bond between master and disciple?

As I said last time, we must preserve the Chen family line.

By the way, let's pass on this book, "Five Animal Frolics," so that our Chen family's ancestral martial arts will not be lost.

If you are unable to learn or comprehend it, then I would trouble you to deliver the secret manual to Jingzhou someday.

There is another branch of my Chen family there; let them pass on this secret manual.

Looking at the wooden box in Chen Chaoming's hand, and then at his earnest yet heavy gaze, Wang Anping was filled with mixed emotions.

He knew that Chen Chaoming's actions were both an act of trust and a burden.

After a moment's hesitation, Wang Anping quickly accepted the wooden box with both hands: "Master, rest assured, your disciple will not fail you!"

I am deeply grateful to my master for the opportunity to receive this ancestral secret manual.

No matter what happens in the future, I will do my best.

Preserve the Chen family line and pass on the Five Animal Frolics.

"I will never let my master down, and I will never let the Chen family's martial arts be lost!"

Looking at him like this, Chen Chaoming smiled with a sense of relief.

"Okay, okay, I'm relieved to hear that."

You should study this book, *The Five Animal Frolics*, carefully, and remember, never show it to others lightly.

"This disciple understands, thank you Master!"

Wang Anping held the wooden box in both hands, still with that same honest and simple demeanor.

But he also knew in his heart that from the moment he received this wooden box, he no longer owed the Chen Family Martial Arts School anything.

As for what I said a few days ago, if the other party successfully helps him protect his family.

This matter can only be considered a transaction, since I will have to protect the Chen Family Martial Arts School as part of the deal.

You don't need to attend Tianyang's wedding.

Remember to take your family somewhere to hide tomorrow, stay for a few days, and then come back.

If you see the character "Chen" hanging on the city wall, then you should enter the city.

If not, find a place to stay and wait until spring to find a sect to become an apprentice under.

When Chen Chaoming said this, he was clearly sincere.

He didn't hide anything; instead, he told Wang Anping directly. At that moment, he truly regarded Wang Anping as his successor.

Chen Chaoming picked up his teacup and took a sip of tea: "I don't have much to tell you about the Five Animal Frolics. In short, you need to know that it is a mid-level martial art."

Without exceptional talent, most people can only grasp the basics and cannot comprehend its intricacies.

Wang Anping casually flipped through the pages; they were covered with densely packed drawings, giving him a headache.

"Understood, Master. I will study it carefully." He nodded. He had considered Chen Chaoming's suggestion that he go out to avoid disaster.

However, since his strength has already reached the Transformation Realm, he should be able to find a place to hide and watch the battle without any problem.

After all, just burying yourself in hard training isn't enough; there will definitely be battles involving those who have mastered the fundamentals.

He should observe more so that he can learn about the attack methods of other martial arts masters.

However, he was not a reckless person; if things went wrong, he would leave on his own.

Nothing is more valuable than life.

"Okay, then I won't keep you any longer."

You should go back and take your family out of the city as soon as possible; it might be difficult to leave after tomorrow.

Chen Chaoming nodded and waved to him.

"Go."

Wang Anping, holding the manual, stood up, clasped his hands respectfully, and said, "This disciple takes his leave!"

Then, he turned and walked out of the house.

Outside, Chen Zhiyang stood in the open space, observing his surroundings and keeping watch for anyone who might appear.

Seeing Wang Anping come out, he turned around and smiled, "You're out so quickly. How was it? What did your master say to you?"

"It's nothing, just some trivial matters," Wang Anping shook his head.

He didn't know what Chen Zhiyang was really thinking, and he wouldn't casually reveal such things.

"Don't pretend with me. I've seen that manual."

You have great talent. If you can master it, reaching the Transformation Realm in three years and the Core Formation Realm in ten years is not a problem.

Once one attains the state of "Bao Dan" (抱丹), one can roam freely throughout the vast world.

Chen Zhiyang blurted it out without any warning. How could he, as the eldest disciple and adopted son, not have seen that secret manual?

If he hadn't been unable to learn it, he wouldn't have been taught by Wang Anping.

"Junior brother is being stingy. What realm is Senior brother at beyond the Core Formation stage?"

Upon hearing this, Chen Zhiyang straightened up and, with a hint of awe in his voice, slowly explained, "Above the Core Formation realm is the true pinnacle of martial arts."

In order, they are the Profound Realm, the True Essence Realm, and the Divine Transformation Realm!

It is said that experts at the Core Formation Realm can gather their inner energy to form a core, making their physical bodies incredibly powerful.

The Profound Realm allows one to control physical force and borrow strength by stepping into the air.

The Condensing True Realm allows one to condense energy into form, enabling them to injure others from a distance.

As for the Divine Transformation Realm, it is a legendary realm where the soul can leave the body and roam freely across the nine provinces.

Back then, our Chen family ancestor only touched the threshold of the Profound Realm, yet he was already able to roam freely in Liangzhou, and no one could rival him!

He paused, then added, "But this realm is too far away. In the entire Liangzhou region, not a single expert in the Tongxuan realm has emerged in the past hundred years."

Most top experts are only at the Core Formation stage.

"I see, junior brother, I've learned something."

Wang Anping nodded with feigned surprise, but secretly he was making plans.

So this is how martial arts realms are divided. It seems I still have a long way to go on my path of cultivation.

"Alright, I won't say any more to you. You should go back now. Your master wants you to take your family out of the city as soon as possible, so don't delay."

Chen Zhiyang patted him on the shoulder, his tone serious.

"Remember, study the secret manual diligently, do not disappoint your master's expectations, and take good care of yourself."

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"Thank you for your advice, Senior Brother. I will take my leave now."

Wang Anping clasped his hands in a salute again, then turned and walked towards the entrance of the martial arts school.

As I left the Chen Family Martial Arts School, it was already late at night.

The streets and alleys of the city are becoming increasingly quiet, with only the occasional bark of a dog.

Wang Anping walked quickly towards his residence, thinking about how to make arrangements for his family after returning home.

I also want to read the book "Five Animal Frolics" as soon as possible to see what secrets it holds.

Wang Anping hurried back to his courtyard. When he opened the door, the courtyard was not as dark and quiet as usual.

The oil lamp in the main room shone with a dim yellow light, and the faint sounds of family members talking in hushed tones could be heard inside, revealing a hint of unease and anxiety.

Inside the house were his parents, grandfather, his eldest uncle's family, his second uncle's family, and even his maternal uncle's family.

Several people were sitting around an octagonal table, their expressions solemn.

As he entered, the group looked up at the same time.

Grandpa leaned on his cane, his voice tinged with a hint of age yet steady concern: "An'er, you're finally back."

Just now, Zhang Cheng rushed over and told us to pack our things first thing tomorrow morning and leave the city to avoid disaster.

They even said you gave them this order. What exactly is going on?

Why hide from disaster when everything is fine?

Wang Anping's mother also quickly got up, grabbed his arm, and said with worry in her eyes, "Yes, An'er, Zhang Cheng's words were vague, and we've been very worried."

You were doing fine at the martial arts gym, did something happen? Or is someone trying to cause trouble for our family?

Seeing the anxious looks in his family's eyes, Wang Anping helped his mother sit down, a gentle smile on his face, and tried to reassure her: "Father, Mother, Grandfather, Uncle... don't worry, it's nothing serious."

I heard from the martial arts school that there might be some trouble in the county town in a few days.

There might be a war, and it wouldn't be good if it affected our family.

The "disaster avoidance" that Zhang Cheng mentioned is what I asked him to inform you about, so that you can all stay safe and sound.

He didn't go into details about Chen Chaoming's rebellion, fearing his family would worry, and only vaguely said, "The martial arts school will arrange for people to deal with it, so I can't leave for the time being."

But I've already had Zhang Cheng and my friend Zhou Hu find a safe place.

It's located deep in the mountains outside the city, very well hidden, and there won't be any chaotic soldiers.

You will go with Zhang Cheng first thing tomorrow morning and stay for a few days.

"I'll come and bring you back once things have calmed down in the county town."

Grandpa frowned, remained silent for a moment, and seemed to have sensed something, but he didn't ask any more questions. He just nodded slowly and said, "An'er, you've grown up. You know how to act properly. We trust you."

If you stay in the county town, you must take good care of yourself, be careful in everything you do, and don't overexert yourself.

For our family, being safe and sound is more important than anything else.

"Dad, Mom, Grandpa, don't worry, I will take good care of myself and won't let you worry."

Wang Anping nodded emphatically, his tone firm.

"My friend will pick you up on time tomorrow, so please pack your clothes simply tonight."

You don't need to bring too much stuff; it's lighter and safer on the road.

Once you arrive, follow Zhang Cheng and my friend's instructions. Don't go down the mountain on your own; just wait for my message.

The eldest uncle's family, the second uncle's family, the maternal uncle's family, and my parents readily agreed, their unease gradually fading.

She gave him a few more words of advice, mostly mundane things like being careful and eating on time.

Wang Anping listened patiently and agreed to each request, his heart filled with warmth.

In this chaotic world, the safety of his family is his greatest concern and the source of his confidence to strive to become stronger.

After reassuring his family and watching them get up to pack their things, Wang Anping turned and went into his room.

Gently close the door, shutting out all the noise from the outside world.

The room was lit by only a small oil lamp, the light was dim, but just enough to make the ancient books clear.

Previously in Chen Chaoming's study, he had only glanced at the diagrams briefly and only saw a dense collection of illustrations.

Only when I calmed down and examined it carefully did I realize the profound mystery of this ancient book; it was by no means an ordinary martial arts manual.

Although the paper of the ancient book has yellowed, it still has a faint sheen and feels warm to the touch.

This is no ordinary paper; it seems to be made from the bark of an ancient spirit tree, and even after hundreds of years, it still retains its spiritual energy.

He slowly turned the pages of the ancient book, and the first page contained a lifelike tiger illustration.

The tiger in the illustration is agile, with wide-open eyes and protruding fangs, as if it might leap off the page at any moment.

The annotations next to the diagrams were written in strong, vigorous handwriting, but they were so complicated that he felt a headache just looking at them.

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