Chapter 37: Supreme Yin Shedding Corpse Liberation True Art
Chapter 37: Supreme Yin Shedding Corpse Liberation True Art
"This Supreme Yin Shedding Corpse Liberation True Art is proving quite challenging."
After a night of secluded cultivation, Lv Yang stared at the arcane manual before him, his brow furrowed. "Great Techniques require immense spiritual power to master—they represent the pinnacle of cultivation arts."
The term "Great Technique" didn't refer to a specific rank but rather a method of application. Simply put, combining multiple high-level techniques that complemented each other to unleash dozens of times their original power was what defined a Great Technique.
The Supreme Yin Shedding Corpse Liberation True Art was one such example. To master it, one must first learn the Heavenly Demon Blood Transformation Ray, the Dark Yin Soul Grasp Supreme Art, and the Imperial Edict Talisman Scripture. Each of these techniques was notoriously difficult to cultivate, requiring extraordinary fortune and opportunity.
This was the common challenge of all Great Techniques. Success depended not just on desire but on three pillars: innate talent, fortune, and accumulated merit. Missing even one would lead to failure.
Take the first technique, the Heavenly Demon Blood Transformation Ray. This alone had stymied countless cultivators, for its practice required self-mutilation—peeling one's own skin—which effectively severed one's path to immortality. Even if mastered, the cost rendered it nearly meaningless.
The second technique, the Dark Yin Soul Grasp Supreme Art, had fewer direct side effects but relied heavily on external resources. It required a "Mysterious Yin Jade" as a medium. Without this rare treasure, even the most gifted cultivator would fail. The Mysterious Yin Jade was so scarce that it didn't appear in the Holy Sect's contribution exchange system—no amount of points could procure it. Given the Holy Sect's vast resources, this scarcity spoke volumes.
Thus, Lv Yang abandoned this path after a cursory glance and turned to the third technique, the Imperial Edict Talisman Scripture.
Yet this too frustrated him. While it required no rare materials or dangerous side effects, its complexity was staggering.
"It's part martial formation, part talisman art, yet classified as a technique. Mastery hinges entirely on insight—you either grasp it or you don't."
Gripping his hair in frustration, he muttered, "I conquered the Dragon Formation Art through sheer stubbornness. How could a mere technique stop me? If I need twenty more years, so be it—I'll master it eventually!"
His determination stemmed from the Supreme Yin Shedding Corpse Liberation True Art's immense allure. The Heavenly Demon Blood Transformation Ray was formidable enough, but the Dark Yin Soul Grasp Supreme Art was even more ruthless. By capturing an enemy's spiritual essence and condensing it into a "soul shadow", one could kill the target instantly—even across thousands of miles.
The Imperial Edict Talisman Scripture was even more absurd. Once activated, its talismans didn't target flesh or soul but instead shattered fortune and merit. Even a Chosen One struck by this technique would become cursed with misfortune.
But the true power lay in their unification.
Most enticing was the Supreme Yin Shedding Corpse Liberation True Art's ability to dramatically increase a cultivator's chance of breaking through to Foundation Building. This alone made it indispensable to Lv Yang.
Years passed in the blink of an eye.
Within the Bloodcloak Pavilion, Lv Yang leaned against a railing, circulating the Nine Metamorphosis Dragon Art. With each breath, he inhaled swirling mists, manifesting illusory landscapes.
The eighth transformation—Mirage Transformation!
Though Skull Mountain's spiritual veins were weak, Lv Yang's wealth ensured a steady supply of Spirit Stones, allowing uninterrupted cultivation. While the Imperial Edict Talisman Scripture remained elusive, his relentless study had triggered an unexpected breakthrough. When his spiritual energy surged past a critical threshold, his Qi Seed transformed, faintly resembling a coiled dragon.
Refining Qi eighth layer!
"The jump from seventh to eighth layer isn't as dramatic as sixth to seventh, but my spiritual power has multiplied several times over."
"Ultimately, cultivation is about foundational strength. Without the Great Technique, I could still kill a mid-tier True Transmission Disciple despite the rank gap."
"And there's still the ninth transformation—"
His heart burned with anticipation. The ninth transformation, the Flying Fish Metamorphosis, could shatter cultivation bottlenecks. In other words, once he reached the ninth layer of Refining Qi, he could immediately challenge the peak of that realm.
"Immortality is within reach! A cause for celebration!"
His mood lightened, the frustration of failed cultivation dissipating. He exited his meditation chamber, first activating the Breath-Sealing Method to conceal his recent breakthrough. His spiritual aura reverted to the seventh layer of Refining Qi—just slightly stronger than five years prior.
"Strike with three parts force, keep seven in reserve—secrets are never too many."
Soon, Holy Sect disciples under his jurisdiction gathered, bowing deeply at his emergence.
"Congratulations, Senior Disciple, on your emergence from retreat!"
"Rise", Lv Yang waved dismissively. "What disturbances occurred near Skull Mountain during my five-year retreat?"
"None, Senior Disciple."
An elderly disciple answered, "Only once did a Northern Divine Martial Gate disciple provoke us, but Immortal Lady Fei Xia dealt with them."
"And the Mysterious Yin Jade? Any news?"
"Nothing yet."
After dismissing the disciples, Lv Yang planned another retreat until the Foundation Building Opportunity's arrival.
Suddenly, a rainbow-like light descended beside the Bloodcloak Pavilion.
"Senior Disciple Lv, please meet me!"
Lv Yang swept his spiritual awareness outward, then hurriedly greeted the visitor. "Apologies for not visiting you first, Senior Sister."
"Brother Lv, trouble has come." Fei Xia, the Immortal Lady, stood grave-faced. "The Earth-Observing Instrument detected an early outbreak—the zombie tide that should have erupted in fifteen years is coming now!"
"Tens of thousands of zombies march toward the market town! This anomaly has no precedent. Someone orchestrates this. I suspect the Northern Divine Martial Gate's savages."
"Senior Sister needs my help?" Lv Yang asked, his expression darkening.
"Indeed. Will you join me against the zombie tide?" Fei Xia smiled. "This crisis hides opportunity. Whoever triggered the early outbreak must wield a rare treasure. Together, we might seize it."
"Even if danger arises, our cultivation ensures minimal risk!"
Her eyes gleamed with fervor, radiant and resolute.
Lv Yang shook his head.
"Apologies, Senior Sister. Unlike you, my strength is modest. I know only formation arts and should remain here to defend the town."
Risk was risk, no matter how small. A wise man avoids danger. Now, steady cultivation would assuredly lead him to Refining Qi's peak. Why gamble?
This life's priority was reaching Refining Qi's pinnacle. Recklessness could wait until then.
Fei Xia's delicate brows furrowed. Rarely showing vulnerability, she murmured, "The Dao of immortality is fleeting. Achievement demands boldness. I thought you understood."
"My cultivation path differs now, Senior Sister", Lv Yang replied, unyielding.
"You've changed", Fei Xia sighed, disappointment evident. "Remain here, then. But don't expect a share of the opportunity."
Lv Yang smiled faintly, silent.
Truthfully, Fei Xia seemed... uncharacteristically idealistic for a Holy Sect disciple. She retained a naivety untouched by the sect's harsh realities.
When the zombie tide comes, no matter how much fortune you seize, you'll still flee back to my guarded market town. Then, when you claim I deserve no share of the opportunity, don't blame me for letting your brave efforts end with your sacrifice on the front lines.
(End of Chapter)
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