Chapter 105: Martial Arts Display at Various Dojos, and I'm the Referee? (5k)

Chapter 105: Martial Arts Display at Various Dojos, and I'm the Referee? (5k)



Bai Lu Dao Ren's exclamation of surprise echoed through the air.

The high-ranking members of several dojos nearby were startled, wondering if they had misheard. They fixed their gaze on Ji Jingqiu, but noticed nothing unusual.

Someone asked directly, "Did Brother Bai Lu just mention the 'Human Body Heavenly Dao Field'? I must have seen wrong, as Junior Ji hasn't cultivated his superb body yet."

Bai Lu Dao Ren raised his hand, signaling everyone to remain quiet, and his eyes momentarily rested on Ji Jingqiu in the arena.

...

"Poor Chen Yi, he's completely suppressed."

"This Ji Shixiong is too... formidable."

After some deliberation, someone found the right words, exclaiming, "His moves don't seem particularly profound, but he's purely relying on strength and speed to forcefully suppress Chen Yi. Chen Yi's sword is dancing like a flower."

"Is this person really without a superb body? Didn't the teacher say that before cultivating the superb body, the body's tempering has its limits, and only martial arts have no boundaries, which is the main factor in determining victory?" someone couldn't help but ask.

In the arena.

Chen Yi, who was already struggling to defend, suddenly felt a surge of pressure.

An invisible force seemed to lock onto him, causing a chill to run down his spine.

This wasn't a psychological illusion, but a real invisible force that had locked onto and suppressed him, a confrontation on the spiritual level!

The clash between the sword and the scabbard not only produced an unstoppable force but also an invisible power that spread from the sword to his arm, causing a tingling sensation and suppressing the energy within his body.

"Is this... the heart-mind technique?" Chen Yi wondered silently.

Although his Chen family couldn't be considered a noble family, they were still considered a wealthy household in the central region. Many of his elders were martial arts experts, and the family had high hopes for him, so he was well-versed in the various secrets of the Four Guardian Stars.

Among them, the existence of the heart-mind technique was always regarded as the greatest potential benefit of the Four Guardian Stars, open to every martial artist who ascended to the stars.

Its function was not only to help martial artists cultivate an excellent superb body but also to allow them to adapt to the liberation of the mind from the physical body, enabling them to comprehend the wonders of mental power in advance and clear the hurdles for future breakthroughs in martial arts after achieving the true seed.

The emergence of the heart-mind technique made Chen Yi secretly lament.

He was already struggling to hold on, not wanting to lose too badly, but this Ji Shixiong had taken the initiative to raise the stakes!

Chen Yi quickly conceded, taking several steps back and saying, "I admit defeat, Shixiong Ji! You are truly talented!"

Ji Jingqiu stopped with a hint of reluctance.

He had just tried the heart-mind technique he learned from Zhuang Budong, and judging by Chen Yi's slightly trembling arm, the effect was quite good!

Ji Jingqiu turned back, retrieved Qingzhu, and sheathed it.

The friction between the blade and the scabbard produced a crisp sound, like a dragon's roar, and the invisible heart-mind power contained within swept through the arena, causing many young people to feel weak in the knees as they looked at the source of the blade's reverberation in awe.

Ji Jingqiu quickly scanned everyone's expressions, once again experiencing the wonders of the heart-mind technique.

With a smile, he bowed and said, "Thank you, Shidi Chen."

Chen Yi's face twitched slightly.

This Ji Shixiong seemed to hold a grudge.

"Shixiong Ji, you really haven't cultivated a superb body?" Chen Yi couldn't help but ask.

He still couldn't understand Ji Jingqiu's incomprehensible strength and speed.

Logically, he should also be at the Fifth Limit, the pinnacle before the true seed!

Ji Jingqiu nodded and replied calmly, "I just completed the Contemplation Diagram, and I haven't yet accommodated the forbidden knowledge."

"Is Shixiong Ji practicing horizontal cultivation?" Chen Yi asked tentatively, but quickly shook his head in denial.

Ji Jingqiu was younger than him, and even if he dedicated himself to horizontal cultivation at this age, what could he possibly achieve?

"A splendid battle," Song Youde applauded and stepped forward. He glanced at everyone and said with a smile, "I've witnessed that there are people beyond humans. Will you still be late for tomorrow's morning class?"

Everyone: "..."

Song Youde patted Ji Jingqiu's shoulder and said solemnly, "To be honest, your Shixiong Ji is one of the earliest martial artists to break through the Sixth Limit of the Heavenly Human. It was the intention of White Deer Ancestor to have him here, so you can see what a true martial arts prodigy looks like!"

Ji Jingqiu managed to suppress the urge to touch his nose to hide his embarrassment.

He forced himself to remain calm, his gaze steady and serene as he gazed into the distance, striving to maintain the demeanor of a senior martial artist.

"The Sixth Limit? The Sixth Limit of the Heavenly Human?!"

"Is this for real?! I thought it would take several decades to reach the Sixth Limit!"

"Wow, my grandfather said that there would be big news from the Four Guardian Stars soon, referring to the emergence of the Sixth Limit?"

The crowd erupted with excitement, and their admiration for Ji Jingqiu grew beyond mere respect.

The Sixth Limit of the Heavenly Human was the first peak in the Federation's martial arts, and its value and influence were immeasurable.

In other words, Ji Shixiong's name would likely be recorded in the Federation's martial arts annals in the future!

Even a simple name represented an achievement that they might never attain in their entire lives.

Many people acknowledged that the Dragon Tiger Dojo was indeed exceptional.

Although the Dragon Tiger Dojo had not been as vigorous in recent years and was even considered weak by outsiders, who criticized it as "an ancient system that failed to keep up with the times, eventually showing its fatigue..."

However, Ji Shixiong's appearance alone revealed the Dragon Tiger Dojo's true strength. It remained one of the top dojos, with a solid foundation and no less formidable than others, even participating in the development of the Sixth Limit!

Suddenly, Song Youde received a message, and his expression changed slightly. He whispered something to Ji Jingqiu and then asked everyone to proceed to the training room.

After speaking, he led Ji Jingqiu deep into the dojo.

Ji Jingqiu followed Song Youde and soon saw a person wearing a Daoist crown on a high platform.

The man with white temples and a slightly stern expression stood tall and slender, his eyes half-lidded, exuding a unique calm and restraint. His demeanor conveyed a transcendence above worldly concerns.

He was the martial arts master of the Dragon Tiger Dojo, the White Deer Daoist.

After paying respects to the Ancestor, Song Youde stepped aside, leaving Ji Jingqiu alone to greet him.

Ji Jingqiu bowed and said, "Disciple pays respects to the White Deer Ancestor."

The White Deer Daoist's deep and serene gaze remained unchanged as he said, "Soon, Yang Shidi will break through his realm and become a Mind Image Warrior. According to the rules, you may address me as Senior Master."

The White Deer Daoist's face, almost stern, rarely showed a hint of a smile. He spoke slowly, "I called you here today for two reasons. First, I wanted to see the most talented external disciples of our dojo in recent years. Second, I have some matters to entrust to you."

The Dragon Tiger Dojo's disciples often ventured out to spread their teachings, and these external branches were known as the External Lineages.

"Just now, during the battle," the White Deer Daoist commented, "Ji Shizhi, your Superb Body is already at the level of the Invincible tier. Once your martial arts skills catch up, there will be few warriors in the Federation's history who can match you in combat."

Hearing this evaluation from Senior Brother White Deer, the dojo elders nearby were startled. 'Invincible' didn't necessarily mean truly invincible, but it was indeed the strongest tier.

However, upon further thought, they understood.

Before the cultivation of the Superb Body, the martial arts path was simple and profound, with little mystery. The deciding factor in victory lay in one's physique and martial skills.

And Ji Jingqiu's physique, before the cultivation of the Superb Body, was unparalleled in history! The only ones who could compare were the ancient warriors from the beginning of martial arts, those who had seized opportunities in the Mind Ocean.

This was an almost ultimate achievement in the Federation.

"But you must not become complacent," the White Deer Daoist continued. "The tempering of the physique has its limits. Your next task is to catch up in martial arts skills and soon attain enlightenment."

"The Federation's martial arts will ultimately be led by the mind. Only by capturing the laws through the mind can one transcend."

"Of course, the physical body is also crucial for navigating the mortal realm."

"Additionally, regarding your..."

Ji Jingqiu listened attentively. The White Deer Senior Master seemed concerned that he might become arrogant, repeatedly pointing out his shortcomings and offering guidance for improvement.

Some of the advice became Ji Jingqiu's new goals: to elevate his martial arts level during the cultivation of the Superb Body.

The Federation had a detailed classification system for martial arts.

There were three tiers: Body Formation, Enlightenment, and See Deity.

After reaching the See Deity tier, one was said to comprehend laws.

Currently, Ji Jingqiu was at the second step of Body Formation.

This tier focused on rigorous training and practical combat, aiming to integrate various martial arts into one's being and forge one's path to the peak of skill.

Upon reaching the Enlightenment tier, the emphasis shifted from techniques to the control of the mind and realm. For example, in the context of sword techniques, it was about achieving unity with the sword, transcending the sword itself.

Taking this opportunity, Ji Jingqiu asked the White Deer Senior Master about his classification of combat techniques.

"In the eyes of the Master, there are no combat techniques, only laws," the White Deer Daoist explained, revealing the essence of martial arts.

"The pinnacle of Body Formation is the culmination of pure techniques."

"Taking another step forward, in the era of planets, it would be the Martial Transcendence Realm, where some could even approach the level of laws."

"The difference between the former and the latter is the distinction between lower-tier and middle-tier combat techniques."

"As for upper-tier combat techniques, they already involve the laws of heaven and earth."

"Those who cultivate upper-tier combat techniques before the Shackled Realm have almost all cultivated upper-tier Superb Bodies, engraving laws within their bodies and comprehending corresponding martial arts in advance."

"Remember this when cultivating combat techniques: comprehending laws is fundamental; don't put the cart before the horse."

Ji Jingqiu nodded.

Suddenly, the White Deer Daoist asked, "Are you willing to join Zhuang Budong and, under the arrangement of the Federation, live-stream a lecture on the wonders of the Sixth Limit for all warriors in the Federation?"

Huh?

Live-stream a lecture for all warriors in the Federation? Ji Jingqiu instinctively shook his head.

What should he lecture about? His own hard work in sharpening his blade or his brilliant insights?

The White Deer Daoist seemed to have mentioned it casually and smiled, saying, "This matter is too flashy for now. Being too conspicuous may not be a good thing, and the rules of the Sixth Limit are not yet fully stable. It will take some time to integrate with the rules of the greater universe, so it's best to wait a while longer."

"To comprehend the true intent of the myriad forms, one must first appreciate the wonders of the myriad forms."

"Indeed... This Dao Body is indeed suitable for you."

"In your cultivation of this method, you should travel and observe, spar with fellow martial warriors, and witness the wonders of the myriad forms."

Ji Jingqiu once again received guidance.

"On behalf of your master, I'd like to ask you a question. Do you have any goals for the future?"

"I have a few. Firstly, I aim to forge a superb body within three months. Secondly, I want to defeat the one on the seventh floor of the White Jade Capital and ascend to the eighth floor to further hone my martial arts."

"Oh?" White Deer Daoist's face lit up with a smile. "You want to defeat the one on the seventh floor?"

Ji Jingqiu nodded.

He pondered that even though there was still a significant gap in martial arts between him and the one on the seventh floor, his physical body should have made up for a considerable portion of that gap.

As long as he could further improve his martial arts, defeating the one on the seventh floor was just a matter of time!

Just as White Deer Daoist was about to ask him a question with a smile, he paused.

A thought crossed his mind.

The one on the seventh floor was indeed invincible, and he had already witnessed the Martial God before achieving the Superb Body. It was awe-inspiring, unmatched in history.

However, their disciple, Ji Jingqiu, was no less impressive. He had just carefully examined Ji Jingqiu's physical body with his divine consciousness and confirmed that this child had accidentally stumbled upon the prototype of the Human Dao Field!

This was the first such case in the history of the Dragon Tiger Dojo.

It was so significant that it deserved a separate chapter in the dojo's history.

It was difficult to determine who was stronger between the two.

White Deer Daoist contemplated Ji Jingqiu's chances of victory and said, "In battles between martial warriors, it's not just about winning or losing. It's also about learning from your opponent."

"Since you aim to defeat the one on the seventh floor, why not use them as a whetstone to sharpen your martial arts?"

At this point, White Deer Daoist shook his head. "In fact, this is the very purpose of the White Jade Capital. It's not just to showcase the strength of the strongest warriors of each generation but to provide a reference for future martial warriors to identify their own shortcomings."

Of course, the one on the seventh floor was exceptionally strong in body tempering and the True Seed Realm, almost to an unbelievable extent.

White Deer Daoist paused, not voicing this thought. Instead, he seemed to remember something and continued, "After some time, there will be a joint martial arts demonstration among various dojos. Why don't you participate as a judge?"

Ji Jingqiu was about to nod in agreement when his expression suddenly turned slightly dazed.

"A judge?"

Isn't this about participating in the martial arts demonstration?

White Deer Daoist's face seemed to carry a hint of a smile. "This is a demonstration with restrictions before achieving the Superb Body. It would be unfair to have you participate as a competitor. Being a judge is just right for you to improve your martial arts. Fighting is one aspect, and observing others is also a way to learn."

For a moment, Ji Jingqiu didn't know what to say.

"Your performance earlier has left me very satisfied," White Deer Daoist said after a moment of contemplation. "I was originally planning to give you a Xuan Bing that I once used, but since you already have one, I'll give you something else."

Xuan Bing?

Ji Jingqiu caressed the hilt of Qingzhu's blade. Was he referring to Qingzhu?

White Deer Daoist thought for a moment, a rare moment of indecisiveness.

The disciple before him was one of the strongest in the history of the Dragon Tiger Dojo, and he naturally wanted to offer special treatment on behalf of the dojo.

Unfortunately, this child's Superb Body was not the Dragon Tiger Body, and he couldn't bear the burden of the dojo's core. Otherwise, he would have sincerely recommended him.

Thinking of the "Dao Field Prototype" that Ji Jingqiu had displayed not long ago, White Deer Daoist made a decision.

With a solemn expression, he said, "I see that you are consciously sculpting and transforming your physical body like the shape of mountains and rivers, which is also related to my martial path. So, I will give you a 'Heaven Earth Mountain River Map'."

Upon hearing this, the other high-level members' faces slightly changed.

This was one of the core martial arts of White Deer Senior Uncle!

"In the past, I traveled across the federal planets, observing the mountains and rivers of the world, and created six 'Heaven Earth Mountain River Maps' as the core of my martial arts. It's unrealistic to give them all to you at once, and you wouldn't be able to bear their power. Today, I will choose one to give to you."

"You can refer to this map to sculpt the mountains and rivers within your body, which should greatly benefit you."

Hearing that this map could assist him in sculpting the mountains and rivers within his body, Ji Jingqiu was overjoyed.

This was exactly what he needed!

Currently, the mountains and rivers within his body were becoming more prominent, but he didn't know how to continue.

"Thank you, Senior Uncle!"

White Deer Daoist extended his hand and pointed towards Ji Jingqiu's brow, using divine intention to transmit a map, imprinting it in Ji Jingqiu's mind.

After that, Ji Jingqiu seized the opportunity to ask White Deer Senior Uncle about some crucial questions regarding the Superb Body.

These questions were also mentioned in the "Instruction Manual," but nothing could compare to the explanations of a master!

White Deer Daoist patiently answered each question and also gave him some additional instructions.

Some of these instructions were similar to the reminders given by Zhou Zhongda.

Before leaving, Ji Jingqiu privately asked White Deer Senior Uncle a question.

"Senior Uncle, if no one had protected Zhuang Budong, how would the history of the Federation describe the exploration of the Sixth Limit?"

White Deer Daoist looked at him deeply and did not answer his question. Instead, he asked him a question in return—

"Do you know about the death of General Hera Donghuang?"

Ji Jingqiu fell silent. The hidden meaning behind this question was no different from what he had initially guessed.

—History is decided by those in power.

There will be another chapter later. Sigh, I can't seem to find the time.

Here's a book recommendation from a friend. Lu An travels through a chaotic world of demons and martial arts, holding a supreme treasure cauldron that connects to the heavens. He attains the supreme longevity path of eternal life!

(End of Chapter)

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