Chapter 701: True Martial Mountain
Chapter 701: True Martial Mountain
"Senior, Senior... How could this happen?"
Under the moonlight, Xun Heihu stood with his hands behind his back, gazing into the distance at the vast river, exuding the air of a master. In truth, his heart was pounding with anxiety.
"How did this Heavenheart Fairy stick to me? If I go back, Yuyan will be furious..."
"Ha ha..."
Inside the True Martial Talisman, Fang Xing burst into laughter: "I told you before, the True Martial Visualization Method is most taboo when you idolize others... In a moment of desperation, you implanted your visualization directly into her mind. What else could happen? However, Heavenheart Fairy isn’t stupid; she’s quite clever. She has already offended many martial arts sects, and if she doesn’t find a strong ally, she might end up being captured and killed... And among those present, is there anyone with a more substantial foundation to cling to than you?"
Xun Heihu was taken aback.
Indeed, those present were all grandmasters. What beauties hadn’t they seen?
Even if the Tranquil Heart Nunnery had techniques to create a celestial maiden aura, making her the most beautiful woman in the world... it was all just a facade!
This time, Tian Ni had offended everyone deeply. If she faced retaliation, the nunnery might be wiped out!
Therefore, she could only seek his protection.
'I knew it... Even if I implanted the True Martial Deity image centered on myself, it wouldn’t make her immediately cling to me for life and death. At most, it would create some goodwill... After all, I’m not some kind of Evil God of Martial Arts...'
Xun Heihu sighed inwardly and looked at Tian Ni, or rather, Heavenheart Fairy.
Now, he saw a hint of unease and determination in her eyes. If he rejected her, she might choose to die to prove her loyalty.
"Fine... You can follow me for now."
Xun Heihu sighed.
"Thank you, Lord."
Heavenheart Fairy smiled, causing Du Qiankun and the other martial artists to lose their wits instantly...
...
In the year 1150 of the Nine Provinces Calendar, Xun Heihu burst onto the scene, slaying the Black Lotus High Priest with his Supreme Void Realm cultivation.
The many experts of the Black Lotus Sect and the powerful figures in the demon army all fell into a state of madness, turning into martial lunatics.
Although the "True Martial Visualization Chart" later spread, helping those not deeply affected by the madness to regain their senses, these martial lunatics still caused terrible casualties.
Even so, due to their disorganization, the Black Lotus Sect was quickly destroyed.
After this battle, only one in ten of the Dragon Tiger List experts remained. The wise men of the Nine Provinces re-ranked the Dragon Tiger List, and Xun Heihu sat uncontested at the top.
From then on, the name Black Tiger struck fear into the hearts of the Nine Provinces, and the Five Animals Sect and the Green Dragon Sect deeply regretted not having recruited him...
...
Time passed swiftly.
Ten years flew by.
In the Barbarian State.
True Martial Mountain.
This mountain was originally nameless, but it had a prominent peak that resembled a giant snake, and next to it was a huge rock shaped like a sleeping tortoise.
One day, Xun Heihu passed by and, struck by inspiration, settled here, naming it "True Martial Mountain" and founding the "True Martial Tradition."
By now, he had taken on seven disciples and had Heavenheart Fairy and other experts as guardians, gradually surpassing the Great Black Temple, which was rebuilt by Qing Yong, and becoming one of the nine major sects.
Some even called True Martial Mountain the most powerful force in the world.
Of course, True Martial Mountain was still relatively small, with no more than ten core members.
"By now... the remnants of Panwu should have been largely eradicated, right?"
Xun Heihu looked at the True Martial Talisman in his hand, feeling somewhat melancholic: "Now... I can somewhat understand the feelings of the Black Lotus High Priest."
In the past, he relied on his golden finger, advancing smoothly in cultivation, even reaching the Supreme Realm with ease, as if he could do anything.
But after breaking through the peak, he found himself with no path forward.
What a desperate feeling it was?
Not to mention, he was not yet fifty and could live for over nine hundred more years.
Nine hundred years with no progress in martial arts, if one’s will wasn’t strong enough, they might go mad?
"This is the limit of the world..."
Fang Xing also sighed: "You eradicated Panwu, even spreading the ‘True Martial Visualization Method’... This method is a mental technique that can help martial artists open their mind seas and even achieve mental immortality... But how many more Dragon Tiger List grandmasters are there in the world now?"
"Indeed... the world."
Xun Heihu waved his sleeve and stood in the sky.
He soared with the mountain breeze, hiding in the clouds, and arrived at the back courtyard of True Martial Mountain.
He saw two young people practicing martial arts.
Their technique was the "Black Tortoise Stance", and Jiang Yuyan was standing nearby, her face stern as she supervised, making her two children groan in frustration.
"Yuyan’s talent is limited. If she only had ordinary resources, she would probably only break through to the Mountain-Crushing level..."
Xun Heihu glanced at them, sighing: "She has changed a lot. Even when I brought Heavenheart Fairy back, she didn’t make a big fuss but accepted it calmly..."
"This is naturally because you surpass her too much..."
Fang Xing sneered: "However... I can hear some unspoken meanings in your words."
"Yes, I will die eventually, and the True Martial Talisman will be passed down." Xun Heihu said: "I plan to let A'Er inherit it... As for Biao'er? Her talent is better, and she might reach a higher realm even without help... And he can lend the True Martial Talisman to his sister and mother... This way, my family can live a thousand years with me."
"Are you sure about this?"
Fang Xing was somewhat surprised. "Although the world has its limits, the power of the True Martial Talisman is beyond your imagination. If you persist, you might break through to a higher rank after training for a few hundred years within the talisman... If you advance to the Transcendent Realm, your lifespan won't be limited to just a thousand years."
"A thousand years is already a long time for me..."
Xun Heihu smiled. "I don't have any other skills, just the ability to be content... You mentioned a future Golden Age of martial arts, but who knows if it will be tens of thousands or millions of years from now... How will the people of that era evaluate me?"
"Actually..."
Fang Xing thought for a moment. "You've already mastered the Black Tortoise Technique to its peak. If you focus on the Turtle Breath Technique and use the True Martial Talisman to break its limits over several decades or centuries, you could achieve a hibernation state. Then, if you go to the Far North and encase yourself in ten thousand years of ice... you might survive until the Golden Age and witness the true martial arts prosperity!"
A million years!
In the grand scheme of planetary evolution, this is actually insignificant.
But Fang Xing is far from ordinary!
The essence of this world was created through the Gate of All Heavens, placing it at the 'All Heavens' level.
Therefore... the world's evolution will be very rapid!
Perhaps, after tens of millions of years, it will rival the Green Origin Great World, the Great Xia Universe, and the True Immortal World...
Of course, once a Thirteenth Realm Law Master is born, Panwu will definitely revive in that person first.
At that point, even the world's level won't matter.
Fang Xing found this current host to be quite good, so he wanted to help.
If Xun Heihu could survive until the Golden Age, he might participate in the era's contests.
At that time, there might even be a chance to break through to the Thirteenth Realm Law Master!
"Will the Golden Age definitely come a million years from now?"
Xun Heihu's eyes held a hint of longing.
"I'm not certain; it might come earlier or be delayed by a million years..."
Fang Xing said, "But the Golden Age of martial arts will definitely arrive... and there will be opportunities for immortality."
"Haha, a thousand years feels too long; I only live for the moment."
Xun Heihu laughed heartily. "Thank you for your kindness, but I, this old relic, won't compete with the younger generation for opportunities... Besides, with my true potential, I might not stand a chance."
In his heart, he secretly thought, 'Breaking the limits of the Turtle Breath Technique is unreliable... being frozen for a million years might just kill me...'
'Besides... to compete in the great era, I can't be in a withered state...'
Aging has a significant impact on martial artists.
Even though he can live for a thousand years, after eight or nine hundred years, it will definitely affect his breakthroughs.
It would be best to freeze himself before he reaches five hundred years old.
Xun Heihu was reluctant to do this because if he failed, it would be a huge loss...
Moreover, he was already content with his current status.
"Since this is your decision, so be it."
Fang Xing sighed.
He never forcibly interfered with the choices of his hosts.
He just felt a bit regretful.
If Xun Heihu kept the True Martial Talisman, he might break through again.
If he chose to freeze himself, he could also survive until the Golden Age.
But he was preparing to pass the treasure to his son, or even his wife...
This almost guaranteed he wouldn't live past the thousand-year limit.
'I wonder what will become of this kid in the end?'
'Handing over a divine artifact to someone else isn't always a good thing.'
Fang Xing yawned and waved his hand.
The space within the True Martial Talisman changed, and a stone stele appeared.
He was preparing to enter a deep meditation to summarize the 'True Martial Way.'
It was through previous meditations that he was able to develop the foundational True Martial techniques.
Now, he needed to meditate again to understand the insights gained from Xun Heihu and the current martial world.
Of course, he would still monitor the outside world.
But he had no interest in being a grandfather to Xun Heihu's wife, son, and daughter...
"I wonder what this world will be like when I emerge from my next meditation?"
"And what will become of Xun Heihu?"
Fang Xing's expression was indifferent. With a thought, he modified the True Martial space, leaving only a small room for future visitors.
Then, he began to meditate on the True Martial Way...
...
"I hope I won't regret this..."
On True Martial Mountain.
Xun Heihu called his wife and his son and daughter, and looking at their admiring and affectionate expressions, his demeanor suddenly became extremely serious. "What I'm about to tell you is the greatest secret behind my rise..."
Seeing the excited faces of his wife and children, Xun Heihu chuckled and pulled out the True Martial Talisman from around his neck. "This is a supreme treasure passed down from the Great Xia Martial Emperor, called the 'True Martial Talisman.' It..."
(End of Chapter)
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