Chapter 112 A Powerful Return

“The Wuji Classic truly lives up to its reputation as a miraculous skill!” Qin Ming exclaimed. This classic is profound and comprehensive, with a complete system that includes techniques for internal strength, defense, and the awakening of consciousness.

This is a secret manual that many geniuses should dedicate their entire lives to studying!

Qin Ming discovered that the Wuji Jing had unique insights. Originally a text rooted in “earth”, it also had in-depth research on Yin and Yang.

In particular, the Wuji Jing’s explanation of the third major realm, the spiritual field, is quite profound and can be compared and verified with the Overlord’s Legacy.

The Overlord rose to power starting from the Spirit Realm.

These things were still too far off for Qin Ming. He only glanced at them briefly, taking a “long-term view” to understand what would happen next.

He mainly focuses on the present, diligently practicing the techniques he can master. Wu represents Yang Earth, and Ji represents Yin Earth, corresponding to Yang Fist and Yin Fist respectively. If one masters these techniques, they can be combined into one, transforming into Wu-Ji Fist.

Not to mention Wuji Fist, the various fist and palm techniques derived from Yang Fist or Yin Fist are already very famous, such as: Ming Fist, Yin Earth Fist, Wuyang Palm, etc.

Qin Ming practiced Yin Fist quite well because he had practiced Yellow Mud Palm, which had similarities with Yin Fist and both belonged to the “earth” category.

He absorbed a large amount of earth vein essence, his whole body was enveloped in yellow mist, and the Yin earth energy flowed. Wherever the Yin Fist was affected, it was as if the underworld was approaching.

Because Qin Ming practiced Yin Fist, the Yellow Mud Palm technique also rose in prominence.

This place has a unique terrain, allowing it to continuously absorb the essence of the earth and use it inexhaustibly.

“We can’t delay Yang Fist either; we have to push it up, otherwise wouldn’t we be wasting this wonderful place?” Qin Ming continued to practice, feeling his strength improving.

He has mastered both Yin Earth Force and Yang Earth Force, and when combined, they form Wuji Force, which is comparable to Li Fire Force and Golden Silkworm Force.

Qin Ming knew that if he also fused with the Wuji Force, his strength would definitely increase significantly. It was because of the fusion of two extraordinary skills that his Heavenly Light Force underwent a qualitative change, and he had high hopes for the third extraordinary skill.

During this time, Qin Ming’s mental field was constantly stimulated by the divine energy in the Mountain and River Spirit Nest, enhancing his consciousness and then nourishing his physical body.

He estimated that his strength had exceeded 7,000 jin, or even more, making him no weaker than someone who had been reborn six times.

Qin Ming pondered whether this could be considered a rebirth. The effects of nourishing and altering his physique with his spiritual light were surprisingly good.

He had a feeling that this was not a rebirth, but an enhancement of potential, enriching his foundation.

Qin Ming thought of his younger brother, Cui Chongxuan, who was not an extraordinary person, but because he practiced the “Six Imperial Heart Sutra,” he could nourish his body and improve his foundation, and was transforming into an extraordinary person.

He felt that the silk manuscript was no less than the Six Imperial Heart Sutra, and perhaps it was using the wonderful place of the Mountain and River Spirit Nest to change its constitution and enrich its inherent foundation.

Soon, Li Qingyue answered his question. She had heard some rumors and seen some records in the secluded land.

“The founders of the Sky-Supporting Force and the Six Imperial Heart Sutra both relied on the power of the Outer Realm in their youth to enhance their initial foundation.”

Qin Ming immediately became interested upon hearing this and asked, “Is there any record of how strong the foundation of such legendary figures was when they were first reborn?”

Li Qingyue said solemnly, “They are so strong that many new students can only look up to them. Their arms are already stronger than a thousand catties when they are first born, which is even stronger than that of the superhumans. They may even be close to a thousand one hundred catties. Their talent is extraordinary.”

This is a record from beyond the mundane world. Once such figures grow up, they become extremely dangerous to them.

“The legendary figure is indeed very strong,” Qin Ming exclaimed.

So far, he hasn’t encountered a single person with superhuman abilities, let alone someone who has surpassed them.

Suddenly, Qin Ming sensed something was amiss. He thought of Xiang Yiwu; judging by that physique, who else could be a superhuman if not him? Perhaps even more powerful. Li Qingyue’s expression changed; she noticed his composure and was eager to know his background.

“How strong did they become after using the methods of those outside the secular world to enhance their foundation?” Qin Ming wanted to know the answer.

Li Qingyue recalled the brief record and said, “After they changed their physique, if we convert it to the strength they had when they were first reborn, it would be about 1,200 jin.”

Then, she looked curious and asked Qin Ming what level he had reached.

Qin Ming did not hide anything from her and told her the truth.

The usually elegant and refined Li Qingyue was now unable to remain calm. Her fair and radiant face was filled with surprise, which she found hard to believe.

“You already had a foundation of over 1,200 jin before? If you really do increase your foundation here, how much will it increase?” Li Qingyue suddenly felt that it might not be a bad idea for him to focus on the path of rebirth.

Qin Ming wasn’t that excited, because he knew very well that this path wouldn’t be easy.

He began, “The path you walk initially leads to near-immortality, and ultimately to the pursuit of truth. The esoteric sects are even more fanatical, showing utter disrespect to godlike beings. Considering your future prospects, what are my achievements compared to that?”

Qin Ming remained calm and composed, without getting carried away.

In particular, the world of Night Fog is vast and boundless, and there are other paths; the initial pioneering only occupied a small corner of the land.

“You’re too modest,” Li Qingyue said with a smile.

“That’s true. Thinking of the Overlord from over a hundred years ago, what good was someone as brilliant as him? When the elders from the secluded lands came out of seclusion, they easily crushed him. If even such a peerless figure could be like this, my heart is filled with despair.”

“The Overlord was targeted beforehand and died too early; otherwise, he might not have been inferior to the founders of the Sky-Supporting Force and the Six-Control Force.”

Finally, Qin Ming’s mental field violently fluctuated, his spiritual light stopped increasing, the feedback to his physical body ended, and he felt a splitting headache.

He knew he had reached his limit and needed to go out.

He was very satisfied; this significant improvement in strength had likely solidified his foundation!

Half an hour later, Li Qingyue also reached her limit and successfully broke through, taking her cultivation to the next level.

“It’s a pity about this place. Back then, the divine light from beyond the world caused quite a bit of damage here, and the remaining divine energy is far less than I imagined.” Li Qingyue looked back.

At this moment, she and Qin Ming had already left the Mountain and River Nest and passed through the golden maple forest filled with yellow leaves.

Xiang Yiwu appeared and said, “You’ve finally come out. That beggar has come several times.”

“Li Qingxu? Why are you begging for food?” Qin Ming asked.

“Walking around the mountains with a dog-beating stick. No, it’s a dragon-beating stick!” Xiang Yiwu corrected himself as soon as he finished speaking.

He was very dissatisfied and said, “He hit me with a stick.”

Qin Ming thought of how he had also been hit by Li Qingxu’s bamboo stick before, and felt that he had been unintentionally offended by Xiang Yiwu, but he couldn’t say anything.

“Did you suffer a loss?” Qin Ming asked with concern, after all, the other party was guarding this place to help him.

Xiang Yiwu shook his head and said, “No, that’s not true. If someone treats me with respect, I’ll treat them with even greater respect. If someone hits me with a stick, I’ll slap them twice.”

“He’s gone.” Li Qingyue gazed at the distant mountains.

Li Qingxu glanced in this direction from a mountain peak, then turned and disappeared, because he already knew that Li Qingyue had consumed the problematic spirit nest.

“Since everything’s alright, I’ll be going now. I’m eager to use the Fire of Departure to refine the Golden Cicada, so I can break out of my shell and soar into the sky!” Xiang Yiwu had wanted to leave for a long time.

Qin Ming was worried about his safety and said, “Why don’t you come with us? You knocked out an elite disciple. Won’t his elders cause you trouble?”

“It’s alright. I’m not his follower. It was their lineage that asked me to help. Besides, his elders know my background and they also know my former teacher. Although I’m about to become an outcast and live in the wild, they won’t dare to do anything to me in the near future.”

Xiang Yiwu stretched out his large palm-leaf fan and clapped hands with Qin Ming, saying, “Brother, you’re a good person. Let’s help each other on this road from now on. Wait a minute, your strength seems a bit off; it’s much stronger than when you fought in the White Bamboo Forest.”

Before leaving, the burly young man stared with wide, incredulous eyes. As a disciple of Buddha, he could see through some of the essence of things and guess Qin Ming’s true number of rebirths.

“Hiss, it seems that refining the Golden Cicada with the Fire of Separation is not enough. I also need to feed it the Longevity Dew of the Golden Cicada as soon as possible.” Xiang Yiwu turned and left.

“Brother Xiang, are you talking about another kind of extraordinary skill? Let’s exchange them later!” Qin Ming shouted.

Li Qingyue said, “May Brother Xiang become the Buddha of this world!”

Not long after, Li Qingyue stopped several elite disciples, her face as cold as ice, and asked them to leave behind their protective golden robes.

The expressions of the group changed. Although they hadn’t personally taken action in the bamboo forest, they had participated in the encirclement. They never expected to encounter Li Qingyue here.

Clearly, they had attached themselves to the five core disciples long ago.

One of the disciples was struck directly by a beam of spiritual light, instantly spitting out a mouthful of blood, and the protective golden robe on his body emitted a dazzling light of runes.

This means that without this protection, he would have died once.

The next instant, he was sent flying again, struck by the five-colored smoke, losing most of his life and lying on the ground unable to get up.

The group was shocked. How could Li Qingyue, who had been severely injured by the combined efforts of the five core disciples, not only be unharmed but even more powerful than before? She must have broken through again, otherwise how could she suppress an elite disciple so easily?

Afterwards, all the men and women took off their protective golden robes, their faces pale as they faced Li Qingyue, sincerely apologizing and clearly showing their intention to submit to her.

“Were any of my elite disciples who were close to me killed or injured?” Li Qingyue asked.

A woman said, “No, they were just driven away. If so many people were to die or be injured, there would definitely be irreconcilable conflicts between the various sects.”

“Who is healing here? You must be protecting him, right?” Li Qingyue asked, having severely injured two core disciples.

“Any amount will be awarded,” someone whispered.

Li Qingyue waved her hand, signaling them to leave.

Afterwards, Qin Ming also put on the soft, protective golden robes worn by the disciples of the Fangwai Sect.

Moreover, neither of them wore more than one piece of clothing.

Li Qingyue said softly, “I originally wanted to have a fair duel with you, with the winner taking the near-immortal item. Since you have joined forces to block me, I have no choice but to accompany you to the end.”

Soon after, she stopped several golden-armored guards and engulfed them with a burst of colorful clouds, rendering them unable to move.

Soon, she and Qin Ming were both covered in golden armor, their faces obscured.

As a core disciple, Ren Yiping’s strength is naturally extremely profound. Among the various genius disciples in the outer realms, those who can rise to prominence are no ordinary people.

He had spent most of his fortune on a powerful medicine, and after taking it today, the effects were immediate; he had already recovered. However, he was not in a hurry to set off for his destination. He felt that the people ahead might start fighting, so he waited patiently.

Suddenly, he was struck on the back with a palm, which shattered his protective golden robe, and the dazzling runes burned incessantly.

He coughed up blood repeatedly, and his body, which had just recovered, was severely damaged again. That dose of powerful medicine… was a waste!

Who ambushed him?

He got up from the grass and trees, his mouth full of blood. He looked up and was a little confused. There were two golden-armored guards.

One of them was likely a woman, tall and slender, whose curves were still visible even while wearing golden armor, but her face was obscured by a golden mask.

The next moment, Ren Yiping, who was already half-crippled, flew through the air again. He was kicked by the woman, and all the bones in his chest and abdomen were broken, some of which had pierced his internal organs.

“You…” Although he couldn’t see the woman’s face clearly, he guessed who she was.

“Junior Sister Li, I am willing to serve you from now on. I can use the forbidden technique of the Outer Realm to swear a blood oath!” Ren Yiping said quickly, bowing his head in submission, otherwise he was afraid he would die here.

At this moment, he was greatly alarmed. Not only had Li Qingyue recovered from her injuries, but she had also broken through again. How could he possibly fight against her?

In the end, Ren Yiping walked away dejectedly, coughing up blood from time to time. He had suffered a great loss of vitality and his foundation was unstable.

…

Someone outside the Luofu Immortal Mountain ruins said, “Li Qingyue hasn’t come out yet. Should we send someone in to search for her to avoid any accidents?”

“A core disciple can’t even protect herself? Your earlier predictions that she would shine brightly in the future were an exaggeration!”

At this moment, Li Qingyue and Qin Ming, disguised as two golden-armored guards, were moving forward at a leisurely pace, nearing their final destination.