With Countless Qualities Bestowed Upon Me, I Shall Ultimately Become Immortal

The next moment, he recalled the icy mental realm experienced while sparring with Luo Qin.

He embedded his will into the fist stance, steadying his heart spirit, gradually sinking into the rhythm of the Water Element True Qi.

Time slowly passed, in a haze.

The surrounding temperature suddenly dropped, the scene before his eyes transformed completely.

A vast, extremely cold world reappeared.

Majestic ice mountains, shrouded in cold mist.

The mystical crane, standing atop the ice peak, with a gentle flutter of its wings, scattered shimmering frost.

Using his will to resonate with this world, Meng Chuan's Water Element Fist stance grew increasingly refined within the icy mental realm.

Each move seemed to align with the trajectory of the mystical crane, with True Qi subtly carrying a melody of cold.

The temperature around him dropped; he continued focusing wholeheartedly, punching on the spot, his feet unmoving toward the crane.

Although his physique now far surpassed before, in this realm, it still wasn't quite enough.

His form not instantly frozen and shattered, was already significant progress, better to stay put and practice the fist.

This extremely cold world is the perfect place to temper the Water Element Fist.

The force of his fist deepened, the Water Element True Qi crystallized into ice around him, the power of extreme cold constantly rising.

The crane seemed to sense something and turned its head suddenly.

In its ice-blue pupils reflected the frost flowing on Meng Chuan's fist edge.

In an instant, the ice peak trembled, the crane lament pierced the clouds.

Snowflakes in the sky, seemingly drawn towards him, gradually formed a mark in his heart.

Meng Chuan gained insight, the crane seemed to have bestowed upon him a... Elephant Form Fist skill.

Glanced, it was indeed Luo Qin's supreme skill.

[Teaching Crane Soaring Cloud].

At this moment, Meng Chuan understood.

What exactly this realm in the Elephant Form Sect is, and what it's called academically.

[Beast King Map]!

This vast land is the embodiment of the imagery of the Beast King Map.

At the moment the crane sent him away, Meng Chuan muttered to himself:

"This method is formidable, but I cannot practice it..."

He is a pure-blooded Xingyi Sect Martial Artist, even if he started practicing the Earth Posture, it fundamentally differs from the Elephant Form Sect's [Dragon and Tiger Posture] meridian route.

"Never mind, having it is better than not..."

Meng Chuan wasn't in a rush, since the method is already imprinted in his mind, he can learn it whenever.

"My flesh has now transformed, in the future, if by relying on this trait I change my meridians, maybe... I might really have a day to learn Elephant Form Fist."

Regaining his senses, he felt the Five Element True Qi circulating within him.

The power of cold significantly intensified.

Amidst the Five Elements circulation, although the True Qi remained as colorful as a rainbow.

But his will concentrated towards the Water Element, evoking a cold like frost, the fist edge piercingly icy.

Overall power increased by nearly twenty percent, the True Qi grew more frigid.

This profound resonance with the extremely cold world elevated his strength further.

Verified once more that the mark in his mind remained, Meng Chuan rejoiced privately.

"Little Crane, I'll come play with you another day..."

In the unseen, Meng Chuan sensed insight.

From now on, no need to seek Luo Qin for 'stealing skills', through the mark left by the crane atop his head.

Through the resonance of will, he can directly return to that realm.

However, among it, there seems to be a similar 'cooling down' concept.

Meng Chuan tried several times but couldn't return to the extremely cold world.

"Better not stress over it, after completing Third-rate Fire Element Fist, I'll try again during Water Element Fist practice."

Now owing to [Crane Immortal Soaring Cloud], Meng Chuan's mastery in Water Attribute Fist has surpassed the other three elements, except for Fire Element.

He's not in a hurry because he has already grasped the key within.

That is related to [Divine].

In other words, the power of will is the key to enter the imagery world.

While spiritual power consumption is akin to the action of pushing open a door and entering a room.

In this view, the mark pressed by the crane on his forehead is the keyhole to the imagery world.

The combination of willpower, spiritual power, and mark transforms the ice-river world into his back garden.

He can enter and exit freely anytime as long as he holds the key.

Meng Chuan thought of the long-unseen [River Battle with the Japanese].

This is a first-rate ancient martial fist skill, the fist imagery contained within Qi Jiguang's Long Fist.

"Now having the [Key], how to find the [Keyhole]..."

The [Teaching Crane Soaring Cloud] keyhole was personally granted by the crane.

Further deduced that the towering red python coat beside the flag of Huo character is the root of obtaining that imagery world keyhole.

"Previously I might have been too weak, now if I enter again, gaining favor from General's perspective, maybe it will happen..."

Analyzed based on the previous two entry scenarios.

Meng Chuan pondered briefly but couldn't grasp any method for 'accidental entry'.

No pattern could be concluded, which troubled him.

Besides sparring with the Martial Arts family who learned [Qi Jiguang Long Fist], imprinting the pattern deep within through observation, he couldn't think of other methods.

"Forget it... My current martial arts focus shouldn't stray, I don't have much time for martial arts research, let's wait till I have more time later."

Returning to his senses, Meng Chuan sat cross-legged and continued practicing heart technique.

Feeling the gradual strengthening of Qi Blood, immersed in the joy of growing stronger...

...

Meanwhile, in the reception hotel of the United University.

"Do not lose heart from defeat, just win next time."

Purple Sun True Monarch noticed his disciple appeared fine upon return but then showed dejection.

Not knowing why, softly comforted.

Luo Qin smiled wryly and nodded, losing wasn't the main issue.

Rather he realized, his connection with this Beast King Map of [Crane Immortal Soaring Cloud] weakened slightly for unknown reasons...

Upon entering the Martial Arts family within the Elephant Form Sect, the connection with the Beast King Map becomes increasingly tight.

Through visualizing the imagery creatures within the Beast King Map, such as the crane, tiger god, vajra, etc.

They resonate their own will with the beast essence leading to actual combat, borrowing their Beast King might.

Further advanced, can manifest the corresponding beast image.

These images not only enhance martial arts power but also assist in controlling True Qi.

As Luo Qin was condensing the phantom of the ice crane.

In the future, after mastering the technique, he could harness the powerful True Qi of ice, infused by the crane.

With the deepening of cultivation, he aimed towards the third great realm of Martial Arts Master.

The Elephant Form Sect could even briefly transform into the image of a creature, acquiring its innate abilities.

But now, things weren't going well for him; the crane's shadow hadn't yet been condensed, and he was going backwards...

After expressing his doubts to his master, Purple Sun True Monarch was also puzzled...

"Perhaps... the Crane Immortal saw you lost the fight and wasn't too pleased.

Wait until your injuries heal, then return to the mountain and meditate in front of the Beast King Map."

"Alright."

Luo Qin nodded, prepared to possibly start anew.

As long as the Beast King Map remains, with his comprehension, everything should be fine.

Once the ice crane's phantom solidifies, he would reclaim his status!

Although handsome in appearance, he had an unyielding character.

Repeated defeat, but he always battled again!

Seeing his disciple's mood stabilize, Purple Sun True Monarch waved his sleeve.

A blue light emerged in his palm and pressed on Luo Qin's forehead, stabilizing his wounded heart spirit.

"Luo Qin, now your 'Spirit' needs to intensify."

Luo Qin affirmed with a nod.

He also realized that Meng Chuan's spiritual power seemed to have greatly enhanced.

His ice-cold soul seemed to have had no effect on the opponent.

Instead, his own heart spirit was injured by Meng Chuan's Fist Blade.

Feeling his spirit gradually ease, Luo Qin murmured to himself:

"After returning to the mountain, I must train hard in the 'Cold Jade Cave'..."

The Cold Jade Cave is the True Man's cultivation secret realm of the Celestial Master Mansion.

Inside, it holds eternal cold jade, aiding martial artists in focusing their minds and tempering their will.

Combined with the Celestial Master Mansion's secret visualization techniques, one could refine the cultivation of 'Spirit'.

This method of combining unusual treasures with ancient traditions also exists within Wudang.

It is what differentiates these traditional Daoist schools from the Four-sided Alliance University in terms of heritage.

Returning to his senses.

Seeing his disciple's face clear slightly, Purple Sun True Monarch again took out an ancient copper coin to divine.

As soon as Qi energy was infused into the coin, it shivered violently.

"Ominous omen."

The old Daoist formed a seal trying to glimpse divine secrets, and before his fingertips could touch the divination pattern, the coin suddenly cracked into dust.

"It couldn't even withstand the infusion of Qi energy..."

Purple Sun True Monarch stared at the copper dust in his palm, brow furrowed.

Initially, he thought after Luo Qin and Meng Chuan's fight would fulfill the disciple's 'Blood Reveals Heaven's Secret' hexagram, and nothing should've gone wrong.

Yet unexpectedly, the ominous omen only grew stronger.

"Let's go, immediately back to the mountain."

Purple Sun True Monarch turned to instruct Luo Qin.

Cannot wait for the disciple's state to recover.

He had such a personality, a gentleman does not stand under a collapsing wall.

Then immediately contacted Chen Qiushui, explained the situation, and prepared for the return journey.

Having done this, Purple Sun True Monarch felt he was being fully conscientious.

Divine secrets typically should not be revealed, but considering the evil signs of the hexagram.

In case it involved the Demon Nest appearing...

"I, a poor Daoist, still care about all living beings..."

Mid-air, Purple Sun True Monarch emerged a cloud, with hands behind his back, drifting away with his disciple.

...

Three days later, at dawn, outside Chen Cang's Demon Nest.

'Lonely Peak Illuminating Night·Huo Ting' wielded a massive dragon spear, leading soldiers to guard the entrance.

Two days prior received news from the United University regarding Purple Sun True Monarch's 'Blood Divination'.

With an attitude of precaution, even though Chen Cang's Demon Nest had been completely cleared, the military still reinforced the barrier, alongside the Huo family's Venerable overseeing the defense.

Upon receiving the news, Huo Ting repeatedly entered the Demon Nest several times, finding nothing unusual.

"Soldiers, after tonight's duty, follow me back to the Huo family for drinks."

This Demon Nest had long been flattened by him and a few other Martial Arts Venerables from Yong'an within.

The Demon Nest Master inside was also slain, what storm could it stir?

Purple Sun True Monarch's hexagram, not mentioning its party, did not directly indicate any anomaly at Chen Cang's Demon Nest.

The party only mentioned something strange in the northern direction.

And the northern lands are vast, Chen Cang is merely a drop in the ocean.

He merely engaged in his duties, carrying the responsibility of Chen Cang's guardian.

Did not truly treat this matter seriously.

...

Creek——

Spring gradually fades away, the cicadas of early summer buzz louder in the deep night.

Huo Ting's momentum condenses into threads, piercing through these small creatures one by one.

"A bit noisy..."

While practicing Posture Stance Skill, he found the cicada sounds irritating, thus silencing them.

As the momentum retracts, Huo Ting's expression subtly changes.

Gathering spiritual power to the utmost, he instantly enveloped a hundred-mile radius.

The next moment, a roar echoed across the sky!

"Form the array, quickly!!!"

With Huo Ting's voice heard, just as everyone reacted.

The Demon Nest entrance barrier was instantly shattered by countless hard tendrils!

Within the Demon Nest.

The vast earth seemed overturned, roots twisting, tearing apart the land veins.

Accompanied by the breach of the entry lock, Withered Wood Puppets, Thorn Demons, and Green Wood Enchantresses.

Tens of thousands of Celestial Demons surged out like a tidal wave...