C37 Profound God Heaven Skill(2)
He was aware that the treasure before him, the Xuanwu God Pearl, had formed over millions of years after the Black Tortoise's emergence from the sea. The Tortoise And Snake figure within the pearl was not a sentient being but an Energy Body devoid of Spiritual Intelligence.
The Xuanwu God Pearl, after extensive nurturing, had acquired the ability to seek fortune and avoid calamity.
Chu Yangxiang was the nemesis of the Xuanwu God Pearl. By tapping into his Spiritual Power, he discovered that his current level was approximately that of a Profound General Eight-star. Despite several attempts over the past few days, he had been unable to unlock the protective cover of the Xuanwu God Pearl.
Indeed, without Chu Yangxiang's presence, the two pearls would not have manifested.
Chu Yangxiang extended his arm, reaching for the cover of the Xuanwu God Pearl. With a forward thrust of his arm, the cover shattered. He then made a grab for the two pearls.
The pearls evaded Chu Yangxiang's arm, darting away like meteors toward the small pond.
The Nine Horns Xuanwu Cauldron abruptly enlarged, spinning with a howling sound. It generated whirlpools of air, seemingly intent on engulfing the entire heavens and earth.
The fleeing pearls were ensnared by the Nine Horns Xuanwu Cauldron, unable to break free.
During their collision, the pearl containing the Little Tortoise struck the one with the Profound Snake, forcing the latter out of the Nine Horns Xuanwu's grasp.
Tianwu bellowed, "Capture it!"
Tianwu unleashed a series of infinite earthy-yellow seals, encircling the Profound Snake Pearl.
The Martial Tortoise Pearl continued to collide against the Nine Horns Xuanwu Cauldron, desperately struggling.
Against all odds, the Profound Snake Pearl broke free from Tianwu's seals and took flight.
The Little Gold Tortoise clung to the Profound Snake Pearl, charging towards the cave's ceiling.
The Nine Horns Xuanwu Cauldron flickered with a bright, dark light.
The Martial Tortoise Pearl was secured within the Big Cauldron by the Little Gold Tortoise.
A cacophony erupted from within the Nine Horns Xuanwu Cauldron. Shortly thereafter, it transformed into a Small Cauldron, comparable in size to an incense burner. Tianwu, undeterred, cast an infinite array of seals, enveloping the Profound Snake Pearl held by the Little Gold Tortoise.
The Heaven-martial Godly Tortoise seemed to surge in strength. With a commanding shout, an aura of astonishing authority was conveyed: "The Nine Horns Xuanwu Cauldron has captured the Profound Snake Pearl."
The Profound Snake Pearl was swept up by the rotating Nine Horns Xuanwu Cauldron.
The Little Gold Tortoise tumbled to the ground, shaking momentarily.
Chu Yangxiang heard the Little Gold Tortoise's voice in his mind, "I've been tossed aside. We've taken a massive hit. The Xuanwu God Pearl has been devoured by the Heaven-martial."
The Nine Horns Xuanwu Cauldron spun in the sky, with bands of earthy yellow and emerald light swirling around it.
The Heaven-martial Godly Tortoise had already made its way inside the Nine Horns Xuanwu Cauldron. As the Nine Horns Xuanwu Cauldron rotated 1,200 times, the Black Cauldron expanded slightly. Cracking sounds emanated from within the Black Cauldron.
The Nine Horns Xuanwu Cauldron underwent a transformation, eventually becoming a Big Cauldron as large as two rooms, exuding a powerful presence.
Nine beams of green light burst forth from the dark Pill Furnace pattern of the Nine Horns Xuanwu Cauldron, revealing a Spear Cusp, two crescents, a Red Embellishment, a Spear Rod, a Spear Tail, an image of the Black Tortoise, a Spear Saber, and a Spear Tail.
Suddenly, nine green lights emerged from the Nine Horns Xuanwu Cauldron, assembling into an Ancient Halberd in the air. The name of the Big Halberd, Profound Snake Swallowed-heaven Halberd, was inscribed upon it.
The Profound Snake Swallowed-heaven Halberd appeared as a mere silhouette. Could there be some hidden secret within?
The black Big Cauldron also revealed five characters: Martial Tortoise Shaking the Earth Cauldron.
The Ancient Halberd was disassembled once more and integrated into the Big Cauldron, transforming back into the Nine Horns Xuanwu Cauldron.
The Big Cauldron reverted to a Small Cauldron, which then slowly made its way into the depths of Chu Yangxiang's brow.
Suddenly, a boundless surge of energy burst forth, flooding into Chu Yangxiang's body.
Energy surged through Chu Yangxiang's body, creating ripples of green on his skin. He could feel an overwhelming force within him, raging and swirling like a torrential flood. This formidable energy filled his veins, blood, muscles, and even the marrow in his bones.
A searing pain spread from his brain, the most enigmatic organ, capable of evolving into a purple space that served as a Martial Cultivator's personal sanctuary. Each transformation of his brain was monumental.
Chu Yangxiang experienced his mind expanding step by step, pressing outward, the contents of his consciousness pushing against the boundaries. The agony was so intense it was almost unbearable.
With fists clenched and teeth gritted, Chu Yangxiang's body spasmed. Sweat streamed down his body like rivulets, while blood trickled from his mouth and hands, contorting his features into a grimace.
Despite the excruciating pain, akin to being pierced by a thousand arrows, Chu Yangxiang remained conscious, enduring every moment.
After two grueling hours, the pain gradually subsided. Chu Yangxiang expelled a foul, black liquid, the stench unbearable.
Following the ordeal, he purged his body further. His waste was carried away by the stream. Covered in a layer of black, foul-smelling filth, it wasn't until he washed in a small pond that he could see his skin's true color.
Emerging from the pond, Chu Yangxiang felt reborn. His mind had doubled in size, his consciousness now able to reach every part of his body, from the meridians and blood vessels to the innermost parts of his organs.
His meridians were as pure as snow jade, his blood vessels as red as flames, and his bones as clear as crafted jade. Chu Yangxiang realized he had undergone a profound purification.
Activating the Martial God Heavenly Technique, his body took on a deep green hue tinged with blue, signifying his advancement to a Martial Warrior Five-star.
Then, a surge of energy entered his mind—the Profound God Heaven Skill. "The sun, the moon, and the stars never rest. In their midst, the Tortoise And Snake coil in harmony. They embody essence, energy, and spirit, cultivating the body and nurturing life toward the Peak Of Heaven."
The Nine Halls And Eight Trigrams are found in the palm, while the Five Elements and Four Symbols reside within the human body. The elements of metal, wood, water, and fire are present, and the universe itself is encapsulated within us.
A final thought emerged: The Martial God Heavenly Technique and the Profound God Heaven Skill together are known as the Xuanwu Divine Heaven Cultivation Skill.
Chu Yangxiang examined his own meridians and discovered that all 52 of them were infused with the sinuous Profound Power, akin to that of the Profound Snake.
In a mere two hours, he ascended to the rank of Profound Warrior Five-star.
A Profound Warrior Five-star possesses a strength of approximately 1,000 kilograms, while a Martial Warrior Five-star's strength is around 1,500 kilograms. Chu Yangxiang's own might was on par with that of a Profound Master Two-star or Three-star.
Chu Yangxiang experienced a substantial surge in his strength.
From his brow, two pearls the size of rice grains emerged and descended into the barrier surrounding the pool.
Chu Yangxiang understood that the Heaven-martial Godly Tortoise had left a seed at the Top Of Xuanwu, allowing energy to slowly reconvene. It was essential for a remnant of the Heaven And Earth Destiny to remain, ensuring the continuity of the world's fortunes.
Chu Yangxiang didn't rush to leave. He continued his cultivation within the sea's eye for another five days, during which he perfected the South Bear Fist, Heaven Smashing Bash, and Lord-halberd.
Even Chu Yangxiang was astonished by the speed of his comprehension. Mastering these martial skills was as effortless as if a graduate student were solving elementary school problems; he could discern all their intricacies at a glance.
Chu Yangxiang realized he had spent over two months at Hyphosis Mountain.
He wondered how much his parents missed him. It was time for his return.
And it was also time to give Black Wolf and the Profound Warrior Group a lesson they wouldn't forget.