Martial Arrogance Dragon Soul-Chapter 205 - 195: The Third Prince’s Invitation

"This movement technique is called the Sky-splitting Body Technique."

"It is said that this movement technique originated from the hands of the Sky-splitting Martial Saint on the Heavenly Mind Continent!"

Elder Teng’s words made Qin Qing’s eyes flash with shock.

"The Sky-splitting Martial Saint?"

In the Heavenly Mind Continent, the highest cultivation realm is that of a Martial Saint.

Martial Saints are revered individuals who possess titles that resonate across the entire Heavenly Mind Continent.

For example, the Sky-splitting Martial Saint’s title is ’Sky-splitting’.

However, those who can become Martial Saints are all prodigies blessed by the heavens; there are at most only a few dozen living Martial Saints on the entire Heavenly Mind Continent at present.

"To have originated from a Martial Saint, this movement technique is definitely extraordinary."

"The thing is, I don’t know at what period the Sky-splitting Martial Saint created the Sky-splitting Body Technique."

Qin Qing was somewhat puzzled.

If it was a movement technique created by the Sky-splitting Martial Saint before attaining the Martial Saint realm, then its grade would be relatively lower.

If it was created after becoming a Martial Saint, then it would certainly possess infinite potential.

Qin Qing took the Jade Slip of the Sky-splitting Body Technique and examined it carefully.

In an instant, a figure appeared in Qin Qing’s vision, this figure as if standing between heaven and earth.

Or rather, at that moment, within Qin Qing’s entire world, the only thing that could be seen was this single figure.

Then, the figure took a step forward.

With this step, a fierce whirlwind suddenly whipped up between heaven and earth, and the whole world seemed to tremble...

"Humming, humming, humming, humming..."

The void vibrated.

Within it lay profound mysteries.

Next, was the second step.

With the crossing of the second step, the figure had already arrived amidst the sky.

In an instant, the wind howled and clouds surged between heaven and earth, and the colors of the world changed.

And then, came the third step...

As the figure took the third step, a heavenly ladder as white as carved jade appeared in the sky; the figure began to ascend it. Simultaneously, the ladder displayed variegated dazzling colors, casting reflections over the world as if it were jeweled. The seven colors glittered and floated, falling from the sky in threads and strands, enveloping this region of the world in a misty haze, as though entering a land of dreams.

In Qin Qing’s heart, huge waves of emotion were already surging.

Was this the step technique left by a Martial Saint-level expert?

Just seeing this far, Qin Qing was already shaken by the dreadful profound mysteries contained within the technique.

"Even if this step technique wasn’t created by the Sky-splitting Martial Saint after reaching the Martial Saint realm, it must have been started when his cultivation was at a very high level," Qin Qing thought to himself.

Suppressing the shock in his heart, Qin Qing continued to browse through the secret techniques, but just then, a sudden vertigo overcame him.

Qin Qing felt dizzy, as if struck by thunder, his mind reeling as if the world were spinning, a feeling of weakness welled up from the bottom of his heart.

"Don’t bite off more than you can chew!"

At this time, Elder Teng spoke with a smile, "Qin Qing, this is a cultivation technique left by the Sky-splitting Martial Saint predecessor, how could it be so easily comprehended? If you can get a preliminary feel for the first two to three steps, that’s already quite impressive. Do not attempt to forcibly understand the later steps."

Elder Teng’s words immediately startled Qin Qing, who then nodded with a smile.

Although the cultivation technique seen by Qin Qing appeared to be just like images, in reality, it was not so; what he truly saw was not an image but the secret manual of the technique, a series of text and secrets.

The reason images appeared was that while Qin Qing was viewing the technique, he began to simulate and deduce the scenarios of the technique’s cultivation in his mind.

"Elder Teng is correct in his admonition; it was indeed reckless of me," said Qin Qing.

"Haha, it’s not all your fault," Elder Teng said with a laugh and a shake of his head. "Being so immersed in the technique that you couldn’t extricate yourself, eagerly wanting to know the higher levels of the secret manual, this is also a common situation in cultivation. But no matter what you cultivate, especially when improving one’s own cultivation, you must always be cautious and not be impetuous!"

"Elder Teng’s advice is well taken. I shall remember it," Qin Qing responded humbly.

The fact that he had been able to recover quickly from the overwhelming state caused by the technique was also thanks to Elder Teng’s unspoken assistance.

"The Sky-splitting Step Technique consists of nine steps in total," Elder Teng continued, "However, only six steps have been left here. It is said that when the Sky-splitting Martial Saint first created this step technique, the final three steps were not yet complete. Nonetheless, even without the last three steps, this movement technique has still reached the Heaven Level."

Elder Teng’s words couldn’t help but slightly startle Qin Qing.

Missing the last three steps?

Could it still reach the Heaven Level without the last three steps?

If it was a complete set of nine steps, wouldn’t this movement technique be an unquestionable Heaven-Level Superior Grade?

This only strengthened Qin Qing’s resolve to cultivate this movement technique.

Even if the last three steps were lacking, Qin Qing could deduce them in the future and continue the technique.

Moreover, if there was a chance to meet the Sky-splitting Martial Saint himself and ask for his guidance, that would also be a good option.

"Qin Qing, let me tell you, this movement technique is extremely difficult to cultivate."

"Over the years, many disciples have chosen this movement technique, but very few have managed to cultivate it to a proficient level. So, for the vast majority of disciples, choosing this technique is simply a waste of contribution points and time."

"This is also why this technique was initially highly sought after, but now, only a handful of people choose it."

"If you want to switch to another movement technique, you can give up on this one and cultivate the Supreme Purity Manual, Star-stepping Technique; these are also movement techniques of Earth Grade Mid Level or Superior Grade Level."

Elder Teng then looked at Qin Qing and said.

"No!" This time, Qin Qing refused almost without hesitation.

"Disciple has made his choice. It will be the Sky-splitting Step Technique!"

It wasn’t just because the "Sky-splitting Step Technique" was a Heaven Level Cultivation Technique that Qin Qing chose it, but in that brief moment of enlightenment earlier, Qin Qing felt that this movement technique was exactly what he needed.

Although Qin Qing hadn’t truly began to cultivate this technique, he already felt an urgent eagerness to start practicing it.

"Elder Teng, the disciple has made his selection. Thank you for accompanying me and for explaining the origins of the techniques and what to pay attention to during cultivation," Qin Qing said, bowing to Elder Teng. He knew that if it were any other disciple, Elder Teng certainly wouldn’t have joined them for the selection, nor would he have explained the techniques at his side.

"Hmm, very well!" Elder Teng nodded. "If you wish to cultivate, then go to the underground Cultivation Chamber!"

"All right!" Qin Qing didn’t hesitate at all. He had just selected several Cultivation Techniques, and now he truly couldn’t wait to start cultivating them directly.

Soon, Qin Qing arrived at the underground Cultivation Chamber.

The four spells he had selected were "Sky-splitting Step Technique", "Judgment Nine Swords", "Great Desolation Spear Technique", and "Tablet Splitting Palm".

Qin Qing quickly immersed himself in cultivation...

In the blink of an eye.

Three days had passed.

After three days, Qin Qing finally stopped.

During these three days, he spent most of his time practicing the Sky-splitting Step Technique.

The first step of the Sky-splitting Step Technique had already achieved some minor success.

Although it was called the first step, it actually had hundreds of variations. After understanding the first step, Qin Qing realized just how profound a movement technique could be.

Whether it was speed or the skill of dodging attacks, Qin Qing could be sure that he had improved by almost twenty percent compared to before he had understood this technique.

Although it was only twenty percent, it was already quite terrifying.

After all, this was just the first step.

If he could understand the second step, the third step? Or even the fifth or sixth steps, wouldn’t the speed and evasion skills and all other aspects improve exponentially?

"Thank you for your help, Elder Teng. I shall take my leave now!"

Qin Qing bade farewell to Elder Teng.

"Hmm!"

Elder Teng nodded affectionately, watching as Qin Qing departed.

"Ah, how many years has it been since the Great Qian Martial Institute has seen such a monstrous genius?"

"No... It should be said that the Martial Institute has never seen such a genius before. At my age, to witness the birth of a top powerhouse at this time, is indeed a great fortune. I just hope that Qin Qing, this young man, can go far enough on the path of Martial Arts..."

Elder Teng silently mused in his heart.

...

Qin Qing returned to Autumn Water Villa.

Just as he entered, he saw a woman clothed in palace garments appearing in the courtyard.

"Brother!"

Seeing Qin Qing, Qin Shuang quickly waved to him, "This sister is here to find you!"

"Looking for me?" Qin Qing was somewhat puzzled and approached the palace maid.

The palace maid sized up Qin Qing with a naturally supercilious air.

"Are you Qin Qing?" the palace maid asked.

"Yes," Qin Qing nodded. "May I ask what business you have with me?"

"It is not I who seek you, but our master. My master is the Third Prince," the palace maid declared proudly.

Qin Qing frowned slightly. The Third Prince had never been as arrogant as this palace maid. They say that the Third Prince, Qin De, is benevolent and courteous to his inferiors. How could the palace maid by his side be so arrogant and haughty?

"May I ask what the Third Prince requires of me?" Qin Qing inquired.

"Seven days from now, the Third Prince will hold a banquet at Wanhe Palace, also to discuss the spring hunt one month hence," the palace maid glanced at Qin Qing and added, "Make sure you remember, seven days from now, at Wanhe Palace. Do not get it wrong!"

Having said that, the palace maid left directly.

"Such a pompous attitude from a mere palace maid!" Gong Yanghe grumbled discontentedly.

"Heh, being by the side of a prince, seeing nobles every day, it is natural to act important in front of us common folk," Qin Qing remarked calmly.

"It’s fine to act important. But why did the Third Prince only invite you and Jiang Sister? Why didn’t he invite me? It would have been nice for me to see what the palace of the Great Qian looks like!" Gong Yanghe grumbled.

"Oh? The Third Prince also invited Sister?" Qin Qing looked at Jiang Ruorong with some surprise. 𝗳𝚛𝚎𝚎𝘄𝕖𝕓𝕟𝕠𝚟𝚎𝕝.𝗰𝕠𝐦

"Yes. I don’t understand why the Third Prince would invite me either," Jiang Ruorong said with a puzzled look in her eyes. "Junior brother, since it concerns the spring hunt, you must not miss it."

Qin Qing nodded. Qin De had once told him that the only way to exonerate his father for now was the spring hunt. Only by seizing the first place in the spring hunt would he be able to plead with the current emperor of the Great Qian to pardon his father.

"I will definitely go in seven days," Qin Qing silently affirmed.

One could imagine that Wanhe Palace in three days would surely be filled with experts.

Qin De had also mentioned that the spring hunt would involve the younger generation of talents from Luochuan.

The so-called younger generation of talents here refers to martial artists below the age of forty, among which there are exceptional geniuses who have reached the Golden Core Realm in their thirties.

It was foreseeable that it would be an uproarious contest, and those who would appear before Qin Qing would be the real talents of the Great Qian Dynasty, the Martial Dao Masters of the Golden Core Realm.

"To spar and battle with true masters."

"That’s the way to enhance oneself."

"Furthermore, it also brings me one step closer to rescuing my father."

Qin Qing was looking forward to it, and for now, the most important thing was to improve his own cultivation and strength!