Shi Feiyang stepped into the Scripture Pavilion without hesitation and gently pushed open the ancient and heavy wooden door.
A faint, elegant scent of ink greeted him as if welcoming his arrival.
Shi Feiyang looked around and saw shelves filled with an abundant collection of books.
Here were secrets of martial arts from various sects of the Martial Arts world, dazzling and awe-inspiring.
The sight before him deeply shocked Shi Feiyang. Being amidst such a mysterious martial arts treasure trove filled him with immense joy. Shi Feiyang diligently browsed through these precious martial arts secret manuals, hoping to learn a simple martial skill so that he could quickly leave the icy world outside the Dragon Tower.
Among the numerous martial arts manuals, Shi Feiyang's gaze was drawn to a martial arts secret book named "Bright Jade Technique".
The "Bright Jade Technique" is the ancestral supreme technique of the Yihua Palace, divided into nine realms. Reaching the sixth realm allows one to rank among first-class experts. Cultivating to the eighth realm means eternal youth, making one an outstanding figure in the Martial Arts world.
If one trains to the pinnacle of the ninth realm, they can freeze opponents, and absorb their inner strength for their own use.
This technique has been practiced by successive Palace Masters of Yihua Palace and is a top-notch inner heart method with mysterious power, allowing one to maintain perpetual youth. Reaching the peak ninth realm, when practicing, the skin becomes as translucent as jade, with power being internalized rather than released, thus practicing does not deplete but enhances power, achieving an infinite state.
At that time, the True Qi within the body forms a vortex of suction, attracting anything it touches like iron to a magnet. When exerting full power, one's appearance becomes more transparent, resembling white ice in cold fog. If sealing an opponent's acupoint, the cold intention of the True Qi can penetrate the heart, freezing the body. Moreover, the mystical aspect of this technique is that the cultivator becomes increasingly youthful and beautiful, maintaining perpetual youth.
Shi Feiyang was very intrigued by the phrase "eternal youth", especially after seeing that successful cultivators of this technique can, during battles with enemies, absorb the opponent's martial power to enhance their own inner strength.
Thus, Shi Feiyang began to diligently study and practice the "Bright Jade Technique".
Following the instructions of the Sunflower Saintess, Shi Feiyang did not greedily pursue everything, only cultivating one inner power, practicing one Palm Technique, one Fist Technique, one Acupoint Sealing Technique, one Blade Technique, and one Grasping Technique. Benefiting from the outstanding lineage granted by the Sunflower Saintess, Shi Feiyang's practice of the "Bright Jade Technique" advanced rapidly, soon reaching the "no one, no self, forgetting both self and things," "Transcended Emotional State" of the eighth realm.
However, he could never break through to the ninth realm.
A deep sorrow and heavy burden filled Shi Feiyang's heart; he felt confused and helpless.
If he cannot reach the highest realm of the "Bright Jade Technique", then what is the meaning of his day after day, year after year of hard cultivation? Is all this just to maintain a youthful appearance, like skincare and beauty, forever fixed at eighteen?
As a man, is the meaning of standing in the world limited to preserving this youthful visage?
No, establishing extraordinary achievements is clearly more important.
In his heart, Shi Feiyang couldn't help but feel an indescribable sense of loss, his heart overshadowed by an invisible shadow, feeling as if trapped in an endless maze, unable to find an exit or see hope.
This sense of powerlessness and confusion was like a heavy mountain pressing on Shi Feiyang's heart, making him feel suffocated.
He began to doubt whether he could truly escape the boundless snowy domain outside the Dragon Tower Manor, whether he could truly find his own path in the future.
Shi Feiyang's heart was filled with contradictions and struggles; he constantly questioned himself: is it merely to maintain a youthful appearance like those pursuing beauty, forever lingering at eighteen?
As a real man, is the meaning of life merely in an ever-youthful appearance?
No! As a true man, it is more important to establish extraordinary achievements and accomplish a grand career.
At this moment, a maid with a dignified demeanor and beautiful appearance walked into the room. The soft light cast on her face emphasized her gentle and serene presence. She wore an elegant long dress, moving gracefully like a blooming lotus.
She respectfully asked Shi Feiyang, "Young Master, dinner is ready. Do you wish to dine here or return to the Dragon Tower Manor?" Her voice was soft and pleasant, like a spring breeze gently brushing a lake, making one feel refreshed and joyful.
Shi Feiyang smiled slightly at this, a warm stream filled his heart, grateful to this beautiful and attentive maid, and became cheerful, decisively choosing, "I will dine here."
"As you wish!" The beautiful maid respectfully bowed, then turned to leave, leaving Shi Feiyang to enjoy the quiet indoor time alone.
Shi Feiyang then set aside the "Bright Jade Technique" book, stood up and walked to the bookshelf, continuing to browse other martial arts manuals, hoping to find one that was easier to cultivate.
Suddenly, he was drawn to the "Tai Xuan Sutra".
This book exuded a unique mysterious aura, distinct from other martial arts manuals, seeming to hold infinite secrets.
Thus, Shi Feiyang put aside other martial arts manuals and focused intently on studying the "Tai Xuan Sutra".
He suddenly felt as if the words on the pages could transform into sharp blades, and in his ears, he seemed to hear the symphony of clashing weapons and roaring horses.
He felt as if he was on a battlefield, personally experiencing fierce battles.
Shi Feiyang's heart was extremely shocked, and his interest in the "Tai Xuan Sutra" grew even stronger.
He delved into reading as if thirsting for knowledge, discovering every sentence seemed to contain a Swordsmanship. For example, "Ten steps to kill a person", "Rescue Zhao with a golden hammer", these sentences revealed to Shi Feiyang a set of exquisite Swordsmanship, each movement clearly visible.
And "Travel a thousand miles without staying", "After finishing, wipe the clothes and leave", "Deep Concealment of Body and Name", each seemed to be a set of excellent lightweight techniques, making Shi Feiyang feel a speed as swift as the wind and a body technique without a trace.
Even more astonishing, pictures of each martial art naturally surfaced in Shi Feiyang's mind, as if experiencing the tribulation realms in the process of cultivating immortality.
Moreover, Shi Feiyang could even feel the flow of True Qi in his body; these martial arts had already integrated into his bloodline.
Shi Feiyang secretly marveled, understanding that the "Tai Xuan Sutra" was not merely a martial arts manual; it seemed to contain some mysterious power. For Shi Feiyang, it was not only a journey of martial cultivation but also a spiritual baptism.
He also realized that having previously trained the "Bright Jade Technique" up to the eighth realm laid the foundation for his martial arts, making it easy to progress from easy to difficult. Attempting the "Tai Xuan Sutra" directly would have been impossible.
Shi Feiyang muttered to himself, "Thank you, Bright Jade Technique!" Thus, he resolved to deeply explore the profound principles of the "Tai Xuan Sutra," hoping to grasp the martial arts essence contained within. He knew that this exploration not only related to escaping his current predicament but also to the pursuit of the highest realm of martial arts.
At this moment, the voice of the Sunflower Saintess suddenly echoed in Shi Feiyang's ears, as if transcending time and space, once more clearly and powerfully resonating in his ear: "You and I have gone through seven frenzies together; you absorbed the supreme lineage from my body. From now on, no matter what Inner Power Heart Method, blade technique, Swordsmanship, or Palm Technique you practice, it will become effortlessly easy."
These words were like lightning, cutting through the fog in Shi Feiyang's heart, making him see clearly and comprehend more martial arts truths.