206: Tian Cang Martial Arts

By the end, Meng Hongzhe's tone grew increasingly serious.

Qin Jin listened quietly.

Since it was something arranged after communication between Wu Yuan Academy and Mitian Dojo, Qin Jin didn't mind fulfilling such a small request.

Under the gaze of the two, Qin Jin pondered for a moment and said, "Manager Meng, are there any more detailed requirements?"

"No, you can play it by ear when the time comes."

Meng Hongzhe shook his head, "After Wu Yuan Academy proactively contacted us, it attracted the attention of quite a few people within the Dojo."

"As a well-known top academy in the Federation, Wu Yuan Academy's reputation for cultivating Martial Artists is widely known. Everyone knows that Wu Yuan Academy is willing to invest resources in young people, but an apprentice like you, who can attract such importance and be so highly praised, is truly the first."

"I'm also a bit curious and want to witness the capabilities of you, the Heavenly Vault's chosen one from Wu Yuan Academy."

"Qin Jin, how you prepare to do this is your own business. I only hope you are outstanding enough. You don't have to worry about striking them too hard; the disciples of my Mitian Dojo are not that fragile."

"If they truly cannot withstand the blow, then it means their path is limited and ends there."

"I understand."

Qin Jin nodded in response.

"Let's go."

"The relevant information has not yet spread within the Dojo, so you can still enjoy a few more days of peace."

"Before the Dojo's Secret Transmission opens, based on the information from Wu Yuan Academy, we have also prepared a small gift for you."

Qin Jin listened, deep in thought.

From their words, the reason for Mitian Dojo being the first destination was gradually becoming clear: it was because of the 'Dojo's Secret Transmission' they spoke of.

During their conversation, the combat at the nearby training grounds continued, filled with intense fighting spirit.

Some young disciples, currently resting, looked over from afar, greeting the two from the Dojo while casting curious glances at Qin Jin.

They continued forward, deeper into the Dojo.

In front of a modernly decorated, single-occupancy courtyard, the three stopped.

"This will be your residence for the upcoming period."

Meng Hongzhe said, "The decor here is quite simple, but this is a quiet area within the Dojo, so it's quite suitable for your solitary stay."

"As for there..."

He raised his hand and pointed to the center of the courtyard, "This is the small gift the Dojo has prepared for you."

Qin Jin's gaze followed.

In the center of the courtyard was a formation composed of runes, with power flowing within it.

Having cultivated until now, Qin Jin's knowledge was constantly expanding, and he recognized at a glance that this was a teleportation formation.

"This place leads to a secret cultivation ground of the Dojo, currently unused, and can serve as your place of secluded cultivation."

At this point, he placed his hand on Xiang Yu's shoulder, "All other miscellaneous matters have been arranged."

"It's more convenient for you young people to communicate. If you need anything, you can contact Xiang Yu directly then."

Beside them, Xiang Yu smiled, "Qin Jin, let's add each other's communication methods first."

The master and disciple did not linger.

After everything was arranged, the two departed.

Within the courtyard, only Qin Jin remained.

He raised an eyebrow, thinking of Mitian Dojo's request, still feeling a subtle sensation.

"Compared to the open-minded academies, Mitian Dojo's disciples come from various star systems of the Federation, already surpassing many other Dojos, but the essence of a Dojo dictates that they are relatively insular."

"Therefore, they need an external force like me to stimulate them."

"I didn't expect that the first step on this Martial Saint path would be for me to act as a villain."

"Mitian Dojo."

"I wonder what the requirements and restrictions are for participating in that Dojo's Secret Transmission, and if there are older, more extraordinary existences."

With slightly narrowed eyes, Qin Jin looked towards the teleportation formation in the center of the courtyard, a hint of curiosity flashing in his gaze, and stepped directly into it... On the other side.

Meng Hongzhe and Xiang Yu left the courtyard, master and disciple, one after the other.

Xiang Yu hesitated to speak.

Meng Hongzhe did not look back, but sensed his dilemma, and said calmly, "If you have something to say, just say it."

"Master."

Hearing this, Xiang Yu quickly said, "Qin Jin, just how strong is he?"

"Not being able to fight him, I always feel a bit regretful."

"I cannot be certain."

Meng Hongzhe shook his head candidly.

"Even Master cannot be certain?"

"It's normal."

Meng Hongzhe's tone was steady, "When a Martial Artist steps into the Grandmaster Realm, achieving ultimate control and constructing a domain, the domain is the best defensive measure, and also the best concealment method."

"Before truly weighing their strength, no one can be certain whether what is hidden beneath the domain is a surging tide or a gentle stream."

"Moreover..."

Meng Hongzhe's eyes flickered slightly, "Although I haven't actively probed, I can vaguely sense that there is also a power around Qin Jin blocking detection."

"I actually hope that the younger generation within the Dojo can force him to reveal his full state, and let us see just how extraordinary a young person so highly praised by Wu Yuan Academy truly is."

"The more extraordinary he is, the more the younger generation of the Dojo will benefit."

Meng Hongzhe's tone was somewhat emotion, as if recalling something, "Within the Federation, among the same generation, having a sufficiently outstanding individual who stands head and shoulders above others is a blessing for everyone."

"Those with weaker aspirations can follow him, imitate him, and find their own direction."

"Those with strong aspirations can view him as a goal, strive forward, to approach him, and surpass him."

"Such a person is destined to become a benchmark, influencing everything around them."

"Xiang Yu, you shall see how many surprises he can bring to our Mitian Dojo."

...Teleportation ripples spread.

In an instant, Qin Jin left his original spot and arrived at the cultivation ground.

His senses spread, his gaze swept around, and Qin Jin's eyes narrowed slightly.

In his perception, this was a space approximately a thousand meters long and wide. Within this space, various distinct powers slowly flowed, maintaining stability.

In the center of the space was a large technological instrument, and the powers pervading the space were emanating from it.

"This is..."

"Elemental power!"

"The natural elemental power existing in the Star Sea."

A thought flashed, and Qin Jin's gaze focused on what was before him.

In this space, a row of storage shelves was placed, holding inherited items such as Martial Dao Precious Orbs.

"This is the gift Manager Meng spoke of."

Qin Jin already had a guess in his mind. With a change in his expression, he took out a Martial Dao Precious Orb placed within, and his spirit entered it.

The moment he immersed himself, his spirit seemed to be covered by a soft, protective film of power. Qin Jin found himself in another person's perspective.

From this perspective, the person traveled through the Star Sea, visiting every place where elemental power existed in the galaxy, observing, analyzing, understanding it, and gradually integrating it into their Martial Dao, combining it with their original power.

As if personally present, as if personally experiencing these scenes, this was the extraordinary aspect of the Martial Dao Precious Orb.

And the Combat Method he continuously combined and ultimately forged became quite famous within the Federation, with many versions circulating and being cultivated by later generations.

That was... Nine Tribulation True Body!

The communication between the Academy and Mitian Dojo undoubtedly explained some of Qin Jin's situation.

After all, involving the Dojo's Secret Transmission, named as 'Secret,' meant it wouldn't be easily given away.

"The origin of this Combat Method is actually Mitian Dojo!"

Qin Jin's mind sank into it, a thought flashing by.

He had already cultivated this Combat Method.

Moreover, with the help of the Great Wilderness Heaven and Earth Spiritual Energy, his progress was considerable.

However... his initial source was Teacher Chu finding a Martial Artist who mastered this Combat Method to record it. Now, Qin Jin was personally experiencing the true original, the very origin of the Nine Tribulation True Body!

He put down the Martial Dao Precious Orb and picked up other inherited items, examining them one by one.

Inside, all were contents related to the Nine Tribulation True Body.

This Combat Method had been passed down within Mitian Dojo for a long time. Within the Dojo, throughout history, outstanding Martial Artists had offered their insights, helping to perfect it.

Martial Dao itself is a path of exploration and pioneering. Ancient does not mean strongest; continuous iteration, updates, and breaking through limits are the true essence of Star Sea Martial Artists.

In this space, through technological instruments, elemental powers were created and arranged into a perfect balance, making it an extremely suitable method for cultivating the Nine Tribulation True Body.

While Qin Jin diligently browsed, he also activated the Enlightenment Treasure Art to deepen his understanding.

He had completely mastered three forms of the Nine Tribulation True Body.

Sky Thunder Body, Profound Ice Body, and Sky Fire Body.

These three attributes were exceptionally prominent in him, but after mastering the Sky Fire Body, this Combat Method, acquired at the beginning of his cultivation, was temporarily set aside by him.

The reason for this was the Heavenly Azure Method.

As he cultivated the Heavenly Azure Method, his mastered techniques continuously increased. Controlling the Spirit Ruins' spiritual energy could inherently evolve into elemental changes. Coupled with Qin Jin's dual-track approach, he inevitably had to make some choices during his cultivation, dedicating time to more important matters, while some others had to be postponed.

Therefore, related cultivation was temporarily put on hold.

And now, browsing its true origin and seeing the different insights derived from this Combat Method, Qin Jin had some incomplete ideas forming in his mind.

After a period of browsing, placing the last jade slip he had taken out back on the shelf, Qin Jin's spirit spread out, sensing the elemental powers pervading the surroundings, and his eyes showed contemplation.

"The cultivation difficulty of the Nine Tribulation True Body is not low."

"This is a Combat Method destined to be difficult to learn and master. Only those with talent in this area find it less difficult. If I hadn't shown an affinity for lightning attributes at the base, Teacher Chu wouldn't have given me this Combat Method."

"But when I cultivated this method, my progress was not slow. The fundamental reason was the Heaven and Earth Spiritual Energy of the Great Wilderness."

"Heaven and Earth Spiritual Energy and elemental power differ, but both are natural forces of their respective worlds, and in terms of attributes, there is a congruence, which ultimately shaped me at that time."

"The Nine Tribulation True Body might become a 'connection point'."

Qin Jin's eyes brightened, and he was deducing in his mind, "All along, the Heavenly Azure Method and Martial Dao have complemented each other, aiding growth, but everything was based on myself. Between them, there lacked a direct connection."

"As I continuously cultivate, the first opportunity has gradually presented itself."

"Martial Saint!"

"Cultivating the Martial Saint Law and condensing the Martial Saint Body, at that time, my Martial Saint Law must not be limited to Martial Dao alone. I must try to initially integrate the Tian Cang system into it, to forge my unique Tian Cang Martial Dao. But this is easier said than done, and it might even require a lifetime to perfect."

"The Nine Tribulation True Body, this Combat Method that aligns with the essence of both worlds, can be used for reference."

His inherent comprehension, coupled with the augmentation of the Enlightenment Treasure Art, brought forth countless ingenious ideas in Qin Jin's mind. Some were rejected, while others were kept in mind for future use.

In his contemplation, a light flashed in his eyes, and Qin Jin gained a deeper understanding of the Martial Saint path Wu Yuan Academy had planned for him.

Truly outstanding individuals transform all their experiences and insights into nourishment for their growth.

In the eyes of the Academy, the talent he displayed qualified him as such a person.

During this journey, he might be tempered and learn in some places, while in others, he might merely observe and broaden his horizons. But at some point in the future, memories would resurface from his heart, playing a unique role.

"Experiences forge the self."

Qin Jin murmured to himself, and in this Elemental Land, he immediately began his cultivation.

In the following days, Qin Jin completely immersed himself in this Elemental Land.

With the spiritual energy from the Spirit Ruins as a supplement and the elemental power within the cultivation ground as the primary focus, while beginning to cultivate other True Bodies, Qin Jin embarked on deeper research. His 'Researcher' profession on the professional panel was activated, and with the 'Astonishing Wisdom' augmented by the Enlightenment Treasure Art, he sought commonalities and points of convergence, paving the way for the future.

At the same time.

Within Mitian Dojo, news about the Dojo's Secret Transmission was announced, reaching the ears of the disciples. They were astonished to find that this time, one slot was missing.

A single stone stirred up a thousand ripples.

As a Martial Dao monument located in the Liuli Star System, Mitian Dojo was not small in scale, and within it was nothing short of a small martial arts world. For a time, various rumors spread: some said it was reserved for a disciple of a Dojo manager, others said someone's family used their influence to secure the slot early. As these rumors spread, disciples who had hoped to contend for a slot also began to investigate.

Against this backdrop, a selection process began within Mitian Dojo.

The final selection determined a total of six individuals.

When the list was announced, however, there were seven names.

Qin Jin.

This unfamiliar name entered the sight of the Dojo disciples for the first time.

Relevant information spread throughout the Dojo in "just one hour," and Qin Jin's identity was revealed.

Corridor Star System, Wu Yuan Academy apprentice.

"No way?"

"A connected person from our own Dojo getting a slot, we see each other all the time, so we just give face."

"You, an outsider from another star system, are you even worthy of participating in our Mitian Dojo's Secret Transmission?"

This was the first thought of many Dojo disciples.

The news caused an uproar within the Dojo, as many disciples took pride in Mitian Dojo.

More news was released: this "Apprentice Qin Jin" was currently cultivating within the Dojo.

Just this morning.

An expedition team appeared within Mitian Dojo. As they advanced, their numbers continuously grew. Among them were those who genuinely had a chance to contend for a slot, outstanding young talents of the Dojo, and also those who simply followed along to watch the excitement.

The team was mighty and vast.

Finally, they stopped in front of a quiet courtyard... At the same time.

In the deepest part of Mitian Dojo, atop a high mountain, several figures sat on bamboo chairs, quietly sipping tea.

In front of them, a light screen appeared, broadcasting everything happening within the Dojo in real-time.

"Everyone."

"The storm is brewing."

"Let us see just how capable this young man, so highly praised by Chi Chenzhou, truly is."

The speaker was a handsome man with silver hair, tied with a thin ribbon and draped over his shoulder, looking quite unrestrained.

The current generation's Grandmaster of Mitian Dojo.

Ji Yuan!