Chapter 125: Ninefold Sun Divine Skill, Explosive Power Increase!

Chapter 125: Ninefold Sun Divine Skill, Explosive Power Increase!

Zhao Zheng no longer concealed his identity.

The old beggar also laid his cards on the table.

"I just want to pass on the martial arts legacy..."

His tone had already softened considerably.

Zhao Zheng seized the opportunity and said, "Brother, you should know that the Imperial Court is suppressing martial arts, right? They're starting with internal martial arts, and once those are completely eradicated, they'll target external martial arts."

"In this kind of environment, you still want to pass on martial arts?"

"Unless the demons in the Imperial Court are eliminated, martial arts can never flourish!"

Zhao Zheng's last statement was resolute and unwavering.

Influenced by Zhao Zheng, the old beggar finally wavered and looked at Zhao Zheng seriously.

He carefully examined Zhao Zheng but still couldn't see through the young man before him. He asked, "You say you can kill all the demons in the Imperial Court? I dare not provoke those demons, but where does your confidence come from?"

"Because this is my destiny!"

Zhao Zheng's words were not entirely empty.

If he had enough strength, he would definitely confront those monsters in human skin.

After a pause, Zhao Zheng suddenly added, "Also, brother, I'm actually a one-in-a-million martial arts genius!"

"Really?" The old beggar glanced at Zhao Zheng skeptically. "How come I didn't notice?"

Zhao Zheng smiled and said, "Don't believe me? Give me a secret scroll, and I'll try it. If I can't enter the realm immediately, I'll leave right away."

"Oh?"

The old beggar was a bit surprised.

Enter immediately?

Internal martial arts were much more challenging to cultivate than external martial arts.

Even a one-in-a-million martial arts genius wouldn't dare make such a claim.

Seeing that Zhao Zheng wasn't joking, the old beggar immediately took out a secret scroll.

"Good! This Ninefold Sun Divine Skill is passed down from ancient times. It's the ultimate internal cultivation method, and even during the heyday of martial arts hundreds of years ago, it was still the top-tier skill!"

"I'll give you the time of an incense stick. If you can enter the skill and cultivate the Ninefold Sun True Qi, you can choose any secret scroll from my collection!"

Hearing this, Zhao Zheng smiled and said, "You said it yourself."

As he took the Ninefold Sun Divine Skill from the old beggar, a prompt appeared in Zhao Zheng's left eye:

[Internal Martial Art 'Ninefold Sun Divine Skill' discovered. Do you want to learn it?]



[Note: Learning the 'Ninefold Sun Divine Skill' and entering the skill requires 300 Spirit Energy Points.]



True to its nature, the internal martial art required three times more Spirit Energy Points to learn than external martial arts.

Zhao Zheng currently had over a thousand Spirit Energy Points, so he chose to learn it immediately.

Instantly!

Zhao Zheng felt a surge of heat in his Dantian, quickly spreading throughout his body.

This heat was incredibly powerful, transforming his physique.

Although Zhao Zheng was prepared, he was still a bit surprised.

The Ninefold Sun Divine Skill lived up to its name, and its effects were remarkable.

[Successfully learned the internal martial art 'Ninefold Sun Divine Skill'. Subsequent martial arts realms have been unlocked. You can continue to use Spirit Energy Points to improve your realm...]



Seeing the prompt, Zhao Zheng was overjoyed. He immediately raised his Bright Essence Peak realm to the Dark Force realm.

In the moment his realm improved, Zhao Zheng felt as if a lock within his body had been broken.

In martial artist terms, it was as if his meridians had been unblocked!

The warm current generated from learning the Ninefold Sun Divine Skill instantly converged in his Dantian, forming internal force.

Once a martial artist's body generates internal force, it brings about a revolutionary change.

At this moment, Zhao Zheng felt his body filled with power.

If...

Before, at the Bright Essence Peak, his punch could generate 2,500 jin of force.

Now, at the Dark Force realm, his punch could start from 6,000 jin of force!

And this was just after he had reached the Dark Force realm.

Seeing that he still had some Spirit Energy Points left, Zhao Zheng decided to use them to further upgrade the Ninefold Sun Divine Skill! Upgrading from Dark Force to Transformation Force required a total of 2,000 Spirit Energy Points.

He was short by a lot!

After a moment, Zhao Zheng's attributes were as follows:

Name: Zhao Shanhe (Zhao Zheng)



Age: 19

Martial Arts: Dragon Roar Iron Shirt (Supreme Mastery), Iron Sand Palm (Supreme Mastery), Cloud Chasing Steps (Supreme Mastery), Ninefold Sun Divine Skill (Proficient).

Current Realm: Dark Force

Current Martial Arts Points: 3871

Available Spirit Energy Points: 141

...

These were Zhao Zheng's current attributes.

He had accumulated nearly two thousand Spirit Energy Points, but they were all used up in an instant.

Upgrading from Bright Essence Peak to Dark Force cost 800 points, and upgrading the Ninefold Sun Divine Skill to Proficient consumed 600 points.

This wave of consumption was significant.

However, the value it brought made Zhao Zheng extremely satisfied! The Dark Force realm greatly enhanced his power.

Especially the Ninefold Sun Divine Skill, which enhances one's abilities even more.

After cultivating the Ninefold Sun Divine Skill, one's internal energy regenerates at an astonishing rate, as if it were endless. Even ordinary punches and kicks can unleash incredible offensive power. Defense is also greatly improved, as the Ninefold Sun True Qi automatically protects the body and repels external attacks.

If one cultivates the Ninefold Sun Divine Skill to its highest level, they may even achieve an indestructible body!

Additionally, the Ninefold Sun Divine Skill is a healing masterpiece. The Ninefold Sun True Qi is immune to all poisons and specifically counters all cold and dark internal energies.

The Ninefold Sun Divine Skill complements Zhao Zheng's Iron Shirt and Iron Sand Palm techniques.

Zhao Zheng's destructive and defensive capabilities have reached astonishing heights.

"Hmm!"

Zhao Zheng exhaled.

A highly satisfied smile appeared on his face.

Then, he turned his gaze to the alley beside him, raised his palm, and struck out with a palm.

"Hmm!"

A piercing sound ripped through the air.

A strand of Ninefold Sun True Qi flew out from Zhao Zheng's palm and into the alley.

Although this strand of Ninefold Sun True Qi dissipated after flying out for a dozen meters or so, it still startled the old beggar nearby.

This guy has only been cultivating the Ninefold Sun Divine Skill for two or three minutes, and he's already mastered it?

What kind of monster is he? What terrifying talent does he possess?

What's even more terrifying is that he was clearly only at the Bright Essence Realm before.

To be able to break through to the next realm and cultivate internal energy in an instant... Honestly, if it weren't for the fact that it's right before my eyes, I'd think I was dreaming!

A once-in-a-million martial arts genius wouldn't even be worthy of carrying this kid's shoes!

"Old man, how's it going?" Zhao Zheng asked with a smile, looking at the old beggar.

The old beggar glanced deeply at Zhao Zheng.

Then, he directly opened his bundle, revealing various martial arts manuals inside.

"Choose one! I just hope you keep your word. One day, if you can see the divine and be free of impurities, remember to wipe out those demons."

Hearing this, Zhao Zheng searched through the manuals with his eyes and asked with interest, "See the divine and be free of impurities? What realm is that? I've only heard of Transformation Force, Blood Exchange, Innate, and Cultivating the Divine. I've never heard of such a realm."

"Above Cultivating the Divine is Seeing the Divine!"

The old beggar replied, "Seeing the Divine is just a descriptive term. The correct way to say it is breaking through the self and seeing the divine without harm. It means that the martial artist's consciousness is powerful enough to visualize and constantly maintain their body in a perfect, flawless state."

"There are many names for this realm, like Seeing the Divine and Being Free of Impurities... But hundreds of years ago, the common folk only had one name for this realm: Earthly Immortal!"

At this point, the old beggar shook his head and sighed, "Unfortunately, an Earthly Immortal hasn't appeared in hundreds of years. If there were one, those demons wouldn't be running rampant."

Zhao Zheng had been listening attentively. He asked, "Do I need to reach the realm of an Earthly Immortal to deal with the monsters in the imperial court?"

"What? You don't even know the strength of those demons from outside the realm, and you dare to boast?"

The old beggar gave Zhao Zheng a sidelong glance before saying, "Those demons from outside the realm, even the weakest among them, possess Innate power. Especially that old demoness sitting in the palace, she has the cultivation of a Cultivating the Divine master. If you can't See the Divine, don't even think about going to find her!"

As he spoke, the old beggar's tone became extremely serious.

Zhao Zheng's expression turned solemn as well.

However, he was now very curious about the old beggar's true identity.

Anyone who possesses such information and has so many martial arts manuals can't be ordinary!

Zhao Zheng really wanted to ask.

But after thinking about it, he abandoned the idea.

Since the old beggar chooses to present himself as a beggar, he probably doesn't want his identity to be known.

If Zhao Zheng asked more, it would just be awkward.

He believed that the old beggar definitely had no ill intentions towards him and wouldn't cheat him.

Additionally, the martial art of the Eighteen Palm Dragon Subjugation was indeed remarkable.

He had heard of its fame long ago!

With the secret manual of the Eighteen Palm Dragon Subjugation in hand, the old beggar was about to leave.

"If there's nothing else, I'll be on my way."

"Senior, until we meet again!" Zhao Zheng said, bowing respectfully.

The old beggar didn't say anything more, holding his broken bowl and carrying his backpack as he left.

After the old beggar disappeared from sight, Zhao Zheng tucked the manual of the Eighteen Palm Dragon Subjugation into his bosom and returned to the hotel.

All the way there, a smile remained on Zhao Zheng's face.

He was very satisfied with the gains from this trip...

In the blink of an eye, four more days had passed.

During these four days, Zhao Zheng had challenged numerous martial artists in Shanghai, accumulating a lot of martial arts points and spirit energy points.

Among them, the gang leader of the Thunder East Gang, Ma Yongzhen, contributed a large number of martial arts points to Zhao Zheng.

This person had a great reputation and influence in Shanghai, controlling the Thunder East Gang and also possessing the Heavenly Mandate, making him a special martial artist.

Zhao Zheng gained over 1400 martial arts points just by defeating him.

Even his spirit energy points exceeded 700!

Name: Zhao Shanhe (Zhao Zheng)



Age: 19

Martial Arts: Dragon Roar Iron Shirt (Supreme Mastery), Iron Sand Palm (Supreme Mastery), Cloud Chasing Steps (Supreme Mastery), Ninefold Sun Divine Skill (Proficient), Eighteen Palm Dragon Subjugation (Skilled)



Current Realm: Blood Transformation

Current Martial Arts Points: 13,551

Available Spirit Energy Points: 44

...

These were Zhao Zheng's current attributes.

It could be said that Shanghai was indeed a gathering place for talented individuals, as in just four days, Zhao Zheng had reaped nearly 10,000 martial arts points.

Most of these points were contributed by martial artists from various sects and schools.

Some were also contributed by foreign martial artists.

This martial world was truly mysterious, as some foreigners, without learning any martial arts, could achieve the destructive power of the Bright Essence peak solely through their physical bodies.

Even some foreign strongmen were stronger than Bright Essence peak martial artists!

During these four days in Shanghai, Zhao Zheng also encountered many extraordinary foreigners.

This was mainly because he challenged martial artists everywhere, drawing a lot of attention from foreign extraordinary beings.

Of course, those who challenged Zhao Zheng were seeking death! The quest information clearly stated that native martial artists only needed to admit defeat to gain points.

If it was a battle between extraordinary beings, one had to defeat their opponent to earn martial arts points...

Early morning.

Zhao Zheng walked out of the hotel and got into an old-fashioned car at the entrance.

This car was specially provided for him by the hotel.

Of course!

It wasn't free!

"Where are you headed, sir?" the driver asked.

Zhao Zheng couldn't help but size up the driver.

The driver was an uncle who looked very honest and reliable.

However, anyone who could drive in this era was no ordinary person.

"Do you know Pig Cage Village?"

"Yes!" The driver replied, "But that place is a bit far, it'll take at least half an hour to get there by car."

"Let's go!"

Zhao Zheng said.

The driver didn't say anything more and started the car.

Zhao Zheng had booked this car for the day, and the driver would take him wherever he wanted to go.

...

Half an hour later.

The car had arrived in the countryside and stopped outside an alleyway building.

"Sir, we're here."

Hearing the driver's reminder, Zhao Zheng, who had been resting with his eyes closed in the back seat, immediately opened his eyes and looked out the window.

"Just park the car here and wait for me."

"Yes, sir."

Zhao Zheng got out of the car.

He walked towards the alleyway building.

The time was just past eight in the morning.

The village was bustling with activity, everyone was busy.

Although it was just an alleyway building, it had all kinds of shops.

The first shop Zhao Zheng passed was a barber shop at the entrance.

The shop owner was an old man with a very young apprentice.

However, the apprentice seemed like an abnormal child, as he preferred to wear his pants halfway down, exposing his buttocks.

Further inside, there was a rice mill, a breakfast shop, a seamstress shop...

Despite its small size, the place had everything one could need!

Zhao Zheng's arrival had also attracted the attention of the surrounding residents.

This was because strangers rarely visited this place.

"Hey, who are you looking for?"

A voice came from Zhao Zheng's left.

He turned to look and broke into a smile.

(End of Chapter)

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