The Martial God with Psychic Powers

At the Azure Dragon’s command, Myung Cheon focused.
As the Azure Dragon’s energy and Myung Cheon’s energy circulated several times, gradually becoming attuned to one another—
—Now!

At the Azure Dragon’s signal, Myung Cheon immediately detonated his own energy, and at the same time, the Azure Dragon’s energy burst and began to intermingle with it.
The two forces began to circulate together.
The Azure Dragon accepted Myung Cheon’s energy and synchronized with him.

—From now on, I am you.
The Azure Dragon’s voice.
To that, Myung Cheon replied:

—I’ll let you drink and eat meat sometimes.
At Myung Cheon’s words, the Azure Dragon gave a small laugh.
—Not bad. I’ll be counting on you from now on.
—Yeah. I’m counting on you, too.

 
****
Woom woom woom—

Crackle—
Myung Cheon’s body lifted into the air, and then, under the intense force erupting from within him, his clothes were all torn apart.
Crack—

His body, tempered through the Reverse Muscular Flow Formation, began to transform once more.
Shrrrrk—
Blue scales spread like waves across his skin, then faded into a transparent shimmer before disappearing entirely.

Flash—
When Myung Cheon opened his eyes, his pupils had become thin vertical slits before returning to normal.
Regaining his senses, Myung Cheon began examining his condition.

An uncontrollable, immense energy surged through every part of his body.
In his dantian, a vast reservoir of internal energy billowed, so deep it seemed bottomless.
Myung Cheon looked to Yeon Woo Jin.

“How does the Azure Dragon’s power feel?”
“My strength is overflowing! Just as you said, I’ll absolutely use this power to protect others!”
Yeon Woo Jin smiled.
“Yes. You must. Otherwise, I’ll return and reclaim that power myself.”

“Yes, sir!”
“Shall we see just how strong you’ve become?”
“How should I demonstrate it to you?”

Yeon Woo Jin beckoned lightly with his hand.
“Come at me.”
“Huh? Y-You’re telling me to attack you?”

“Yes.”
“I… I couldn’t possibly…”
“If you don’t test it now, and then use that power recklessly later, you could seriously hurt someone. Is that what you want?”

“If you get hurt in the process…”
At that, Yeon Woo Jin let out a soft laugh.
“Me? That’s impossible.”

Fwoooom—
An overwhelming energy billowed from Yeon Woo Jin, as if it could devour the entire world.
“You still think I’d get hurt?”

Myung Cheon shook his head without realizing it.
The aura was so violent and powerful that his body trembled on its own.
Compared to Yeon Woo Jin’s energy, the Azure Dragon’s energy felt like child’s play.

“Since we’re at it, I’ll also evaluate your martial technique mastery. Come on.”
Myung Cheon clenched his fist and nodded.
“Understood! Then, here I go!”

Having felt the overwhelming difference in power, Myung Cheon launched himself at Yeon Woo Jin without hesitation.
 
****

Crash bang—
Myung Cheon’s body hit the ground limply and rolled.
He looked like a ragged mess.

Panting heavily, he forced himself to his feet.
He couldn’t believe it.
No matter how strong Woo Jin was—how could the gap be this wide?
None of Myung Cheon’s attacks had even grazed Yeon Woo Jin’s sleeve.

And the internal energy that once felt limitless had already been depleted.
“Huff… Huff… Y-You’re truly incredible.”
At Myung Cheon’s words, Yeon Woo Jin made a slightly dissatisfied face.

“You said it was the Seven Star Sword Technique?”
“Yes. Did I do something wrong?”
“It doesn’t suit the Azure Dragon’s energy. You’ll need to learn a different martial art.”

“Huh?”
“The Seven Star Sword Technique uses lightning energy to deliver rapid sword strikes. But the Azure Dragon’s energy is heavy and forceful. It’s better suited for heavy sword techniques, not swift ones.”
“You know the Seven Star Sword Technique?”

“I just happened to come across it.”
“‘Just happened’? But it’s a technique exclusive to the Wudang Sect.”
Yeon Woo Jin only smiled.

Clearly, he didn’t intend to say where he’d learned it.
Myung Cheon sighed and said,
“The only sword technique I know is the Seven Star Sword Technique.”

“The Nine Palace Heaven-Breaking Sword suits you much better.”
“Huh? B-But that’s not a technique I’m allowed to learn…”
“I’ll go ask the Sect Leader for permission.”

“Huh?”
“In the meantime, focus on stabilizing the Azure Dragon’s «N.o.v.e.l.i.g.h.t» energy. It was a bit rough earlier. If it had been someone else, they could’ve gotten seriously hurt.”
“R-Really?”

At the mention that someone else could’ve been seriously injured, Myung Cheon flinched in alarm.
“U-Understood. I’ll train to better control my power.”
At his answer, Yeon Woo Jin gave a wide grin.

“Alright then. I’ll be back.”
“Yes, sir!”
 

****
Rather than immediately visiting the Sect Leader, Yeon Woo Jin went to see Elder Baekheo first.
To completely purge the Azure Dragon’s energy from his body.

“Hahaha. Truly incredible.”
Elder Baekheo looked at Woo Jin with admiration.
“That energy will no longer trouble you again, Elder.”

“Thank you. I have no idea how I’ll ever repay this kindness.”
“No need. As a physician, it’s only natural I provide treatment. Please don’t think of it as a favor.”
“How could I not? I will never forget this debt. One day, I’ll surely repay it.”

Yeon Woo Jin merely smiled.
There was no point in arguing—it wouldn’t change his mind anyway.
Elder Baekheo, who had been smiling happily, suddenly became serious and asked carefully,

“And… what of Myung Cheon?”
“He’s completely absorbed the Azure Dragon’s energy. He’s now a true Azure Dragon Physique.”
“Truly?”

“Yes. He won’t experience bouts of madness anymore. However…”
“Is there a problem?”
“He’s trained in the Seven Star Sword Technique.”

“And that’s a problem?”
“It doesn’t suit the Azure Dragon’s energy. The Nine Palace Heaven-Breaking Sword would be a better fit.”
“The Nine Palace Heaven-Breaking Sword… That’s one of Wudang’s true ultimate techniques. It requires the Sect Leader’s permission.”

“I know. I’m on my way to ask for it now. Would you like to join me?”
At his invitation, Baekheo stood up.
“Of course. Let’s go together.”

“A wise choice. Besides, the Sect Leader should see you up and walking again.”
“You’re right. I should pay my respects for all he’s done while I was unwell.”
 

****
When the fully recovered Baekheo entered, Sect Leader Baekwoon welcomed him with a radiant smile.
“Hahaha! You’ve recovered?”

“Yes. Thanks to you, Sect Leader, I’ve been completely healed.”
“You rascal, it wasn’t thanks to me. It was all thanks to this physician here.”
“Even so, if you hadn’t shown such concern, would our benefactor have come to Wudang at all? It’s thanks to you, Sect Leader.”

“Hahaha. Alright, we’ll go with that.”
Sect Leader Baekwoon laughed and patted Baekheo on the shoulder.
Then he turned to Woo Jin, clasped his hands, and bowed deeply.

“Thank you. I will repay this debt.”
“No need, truly.”
“Hahaha! Are you trying to make Wudang a shameless sect that doesn’t repay kindness? I will repay you.”

“I’ve actually come with more important matters to discuss.”
Yeon Woo Jin’s serious tone made Baekwoon tilt his head.
“You look awfully grave. Did one of my disciples offend you?”

“No. It’s something more urgent.”
Yeon Woo Jin held out an item to Baekwoon.
“What is this?”

“Please open it.”
Baekwoon untied it and unrolled what was inside.
Inside were martial arts manuals.

“What is… Gasp! Is this… the Taiji Wisdom Sword? And even the Two Principles Supreme Art?!”
Not only Baekwoon, but Baekheo beside him looked at Yeon Woo Jin in shock.
“H-How did these end up in your hands?”

“These manuals… They should be in Martial Deity Heaven!”
“Correct. They belong in Martial Deity Heaven.”
“But then how…?”

“The Master of Martial Deity Heaven asked me to return them.”
“Th-The Master himself? Then… are you saying you’re from Martial Deity Heaven?”

They stared at Yeon Woo Jin, astonished.
Then looked again at the manuals.
If these had been lost and ended up in the Central Plains, it would have sparked chaos.

That’s how valuable they were.
And yet, he hadn’t sent them with just anyone.
“Who are you? What is your status in Martial Deity Heaven?”

“They wouldn’t entrust something like this to just anyone… You must hold a significant position.”
After a moment’s hesitation, Yeon Woo Jin spoke.
“The Master of Martial Deity Heaven is my grandfather.”

“Gasp!”
Both Baekwoon and Baekheo were struck speechless.
“Allow me to formally introduce myself. I am Yeon Woo Jin, grandson of the Master of Martial Deity Heaven.”

It took a long while for the two men to regain their composure.
That’s how shocking Woo Jin’s identity was.
Finally composed, they looked him over again.

Baekwoon asked,
“You’re quite the healer… but if you’re the Master’s bloodline, I doubt that’s all you’re capable of.”
Yeon Woo Jin nodded.

“Yes. I only learned medicine out of boredom.”
“Medicine you learned out of boredom is this good?”
“It’s honestly nothing.”

‘Nothing’?
No way.
He had, after all, healed Elder Baekheo—whom no one else could even approach.

Now they were curious.
“What’s your current cultivation level?”
“I’ve only just reached the Transcendent Realm.”

“Transcendent…!”
At his youthful age?
He was a monster, unmatched in all the land.

“May I ask… which stage of the Transcendent Realm?”
“I’m in the Sixth Star of the Transcendent Realm.”
“Hooh… That’s nearly the same as me.”

It was the same level as the Sect Leader of Wudang.
Truly unbelievable.
If he kept growing, who could possibly oppose him?

“Limitless is the Buddha…”
Baekwoon muttered his Daoist invocation without realizing it.
He once believed that when the current Master of Martial Deity Heaven died, he might have a chance to become the Central Plains’ greatest.

Impossible.
When the Master disappeared, an even more terrifying monster would rise to take his place.
“Are you planning to become the next Master of Martial Deity Heaven?”

“Yes.”
“Limitless is the Buddha…”
Another invocation escaped his lips on its own.

It was as if the heavens themselves were telling him to give up on reclaiming past glory.
Baekwoon gently placed his hand on the manuals.
These were remnants of a glorious past.

‘So meaningless. I chased after an illusion that was never mine to have… Why was I so greedy?’
So they say—enlightenment comes without warning.
Baekwoon closed his eyes.

Seeing that, Baekheo quickly moved to block the door so no one could interrupt.
Yeon Woo Jin also helped stabilize Baekwoon’s energy, ensuring a smooth breakthrough.
As powerful energy surged from the Sect Leader’s chambers, the Taoists outside panicked.

Realizing instinctively that the Sect Leader was undergoing enlightenment, they began to form a protective perimeter.
The entire area was soon locked down with impenetrable security.
 

****
How much time had passed?
Baekwoon finally opened his eyes.

“Sect Leader! Congratulations!”
Baekheo was the first to notice, beaming with joy as he offered congratulations.
Then came Yeon Woo Jin’s voice.

“Congratulations, Sect Leader.”
Only then did Baekwoon fully grasp that he had achieved a breakthrough.
Eighth Star of the Transcendent Realm.

There were now only a handful in the Central Plains who could stand against him.
“Thank you. I owe this realization to you, benefactor.”
“…Pardon?”

Yeon Woo Jin looked confused, not understanding.
Baekwoon let out a soft chuckle.
Seeing his pure and honest expression, Baekwoon became certain that the world would remain at peace when this man succeeded the Martial Deity.

The thought brought him deep reassurance.
“It’s nothing. Hahaha. I’ve received the manuals well. Please thank the Master of Martial Deity Heaven for me.”
“I’m not done delivering the message yet.”

“There’s more?”
“Yes. Soon… the Demonic Sect will reemerge in this world. You must begin preparations.”