chsdbacks Chapter 228 The Nine Apertures are Perfected, and the Black Tortoise Finally Appears
Chapter 228 The Nine Apertures are Perfected, and the Black Tortoise Finally Appears
Chapter 228 The Nine Apertures are Perfected, and the Black Tortoise Finally Appears
The majestic power of the "Book of Mortals" gradually dissipated, leaving only corpses scattered across the Gobi Desert and the still-wailing sandstorm, bearing witness to the battle that had just taken place.
Li Qinghan withdrew her cold gaze from the sky and landed on her calm younger brother beside her. A rare softening appeared in her icy eyes as she softly said:
"Brother, when I ventured deep into the northern desert to search for you, I didn't come away empty-handed. By chance, I seemed to sense and find a clue that might be the entrance to the [Night Emperor's Tomb]."
She paused, then continued:
"Moreover, based on some clues and scattered records within the Star Palace, I have some guesses about the identity of the Xuanwu Venerable who has been lurking in the northern desert and is responsible for finding the Night Emperor's Tomb."
She is very likely hiding in that inn in the Loulan Oasis.
"Given the almost obsessive pursuit of the Night Emperor's Tomb by the Xuanwu Venerables throughout the ages, and the strange phenomena that have already appeared in the tomb, and your display of such strength here, perhaps this time we don't need to exert ourselves to search. We only need to test her a little to confirm the identity of that Venerable."
Li Qinghan analyzed, "At that time, obtaining the 'Xuanwu Zhenhai Fudi Fa' that you want will not be too difficult."
Upon hearing her sister's words, Li Xijun paused slightly, then a strange expression appeared on her face.
So, after all this time, is the most important thing about my trip to the northern desert—the cultivation technique—once again, I have to rely on my sister?
They're getting more and more skilled at living off women.
He shook his head and chuckled, setting those thoughts aside, and said seriously:
"Even so, one's own strength is fundamental. The opening of the tomb will inevitably attract competition from all sides, and may even attract the intervention of powerful beings from the outer realms due to celestial phenomena. At that time, the situation will be complicated, and one will need sufficient strength to deal with it."
finished,
With a flick of his wrist, a warm, smooth jade bottle reappeared in his hand. It was the same high-grade "Earth Fragrance" medicine he had refined earlier. He had refined three portions, using one for himself. Of the remaining two, one was of excellent quality, and the other, though slightly flawed, contained immense vitality.
He had flaws, but he had previously given them to Su Nianyi to complete her final transformation and attain perfection.
This excellent painting is now perfectly suited for Li Qinghan.
"Sister, this 'earth fragrance' is no longer very effective for me, but it's just the right time for you."
Li Xijun handed the jade bottle to Li Qinghan, her tone brooking no refusal: "You have already perfected your seven orifices. With the power of this great medicine, you should be able to open the last two orifices, the front and back yin, in one fell swoop, reaching the state of having all nine orifices open!"
"At that time, we will have a better chance of dealing with Venerable Xuanwu or exploring the Night Emperor's Tomb."
Looking at the jade bottle, Li Qinghan could naturally feel the immense energy contained within it, which made even her internal energy leap with joy.
She knew the value of this precious medicine, especially for her, who was at a critical juncture in her breakthrough; it was priceless.
She looked up at Li Xijun, a complex emotion flashing in her cool eyes.
My younger brother is truly mysterious.
She didn't feign reluctance, knowing full well the importance of improving her strength. She simply nodded and accepted the jade bottle, saying, "Okay."
"This place has just been the site of a great battle, and the air is thick with the smell of blood. Although no one dares to approach it for the time being, it is not a place to stay for long, much less a place to break through."
Li Xijun looked around.
"Let's leave here first. I sense a hidden sand cave nearby where we can rest for a while."
After all,
He activated his mental power, and a gentle force lifted Li Qinghan up. The two figures transformed into two streaks of light and quickly disappeared into the vast sandstorm, leaving behind only a mess that was soon gradually buried by new sand.
Before long, deep within a massive wind-eroded cave dozens of miles from the Loulan Oasis, Li Xijun personally protected Li Qinghan.
Li Qinghan sat cross-legged in the center of the cave and swallowed the "Earth Fragrance" medicine without hesitation.
Boom!
Almost the instant the medicine took effect, a much larger and purer life force than before exploded within her body like a volcanic eruption.
The immense medicinal power, like a surging Yangtze River, washed over her limbs, bones, meridians, and acupoints.
She dared not delay and immediately activated the mental technique of the "White Tiger Seven Kill God Slaughter Manual," guiding this vast energy to attack the last two unopened acupoints.
The cave was immediately filled with a light that was a mixture of blue and white.
A rich sense of life permeated the air, even causing a few tenacious green shoots to sprout in the dry, desolate corner of the sand dune.
Li Qinghan's aura surged wildly at a visible speed, with the sounds of tigers roaring and dragons howling faintly emanating from within him. Beneath his skin, a faint platinum luster flowed, adding to his saintly and sharp appearance.
The barriers of those last two acupoints melted away rapidly under the impact of this powerful medicine, like ice and snow under the sun.
I don't know how much time passed, maybe just an hour, maybe several hours.
When the last trace of medicinal power was completely absorbed and refined -
"Buzz!"
A soft murmur, seemingly emanating from the depths of Li Qinghan's soul, emanated from within her body.
Her nine major acupoints lit up simultaneously, like nine dazzling stars, reflecting each other and forming a flawless cycle.
A vast amount of true energy flowed continuously within his body, endlessly regenerating.
All nine orifices are open!
An aura several times stronger than before erupted from her body, blowing up the sand and dust inside the cave.
The sharp sword energy and killing intent burst forth uncontrollably, leaving deep scratches on the rock wall.
Li Qinghan slowly opened his eyes, his gaze gleaming like lightning flashing across a dark cave. His aura was perfectly balanced and full, indicating that he had reached the peak of the Aperture Opening Realm.
This made Li Xijun, who was watching from the sidelines as a protector, light up.
The cultivation system in this world at the Enlightenment stage is truly wondrous, far more complete and perfect than that of the main world.
Not only has his spiritual power reached the required level, but his physical body has also improved significantly.
and,
After all nine orifices are opened, the martial artist's own internal world can become a self-contained, flawless entity.
It even subtly resonates with the outer world.
This makes it infinitely smoother for martial artists in this world to break through to the outer realm compared to the brutal method in the main world.
On the other side, Li Qinghan, who had just broken through, gently clenched his fist, feeling the unprecedented power within his body, as well as the clearer connection with heaven and earth after the nine orifices were opened. A faint joy couldn't help but appear on his usually cold face.
"Congratulations, sister, you have achieved perfection in all nine orifices and are on the verge of seeing the outer realm." Li Xijun said with a smile.
Li Qinghan stood up, feeling the transformative change within him, and looked at the young man opposite him with a gentle yet firm gaze:
"Thank you. Now, even if I encounter a powerful expert at the first level of the Outer Realm, I can at least escape, just like King Gao."
"We have a much better chance of successfully exploring the Night Emperor's Tomb."
Her increased strength gave her confidence in her upcoming plans.
"In that case, let's return to the Loulan Oasis."
A hint of anticipation flashed in Li Xijun's eyes. "It's about time to go and meet that mysterious Xuanwu Venerable."
The siblings smiled at each other, then their figures once again swept out of the cave, transforming into streaks of light as they sped towards the vast oasis.
Loulan Oasis, "Lonely Smoke Inn".
Even though it was already evening, the inn was still bustling with activity.
People from all over the country, including wandering swordsmen, merchants, and outlaws, gathered here, drinking heavily and boasting loudly. The air was filled with the mixed smells of roasted mutton, mare's milk wine, and sweat, creating a noisy yet vibrant atmosphere.
The proprietress, Su Manniang, still leaned against the counter with her captivating charm, fiddling with her abacus and exchanging a few banter with her regular customers. Her eyes sparkled with allure, making many men itch with desire yet dare not make a move.
Just then, the inn's main door, covered with a thick windproof curtain, was pushed open, and two figures walked in one after the other.
Leading the way was a young man dressed in black, with a handsome face, a calm expression, and deep, ancient eyes that seemed to see into people's hearts.
He simply stood there, and the surrounding noise seemed to fall silent without him even noticing.
Following behind him was a woman in white, with a cold and beautiful face, a tall and straight figure, carrying a long sword on her back, and exuding an icy aura that kept strangers at bay. In particular, when her eyes swept over the crowd, some martial artists with lower cultivation levels subconsciously avoided her gaze.
This unusual combination immediately attracted almost everyone's attention in the lobby.
The young man in black was naturally Li Xijun. His gaze swept across the lobby and finally landed on the proprietress behind the counter. A smile appeared on his lips as he walked straight over.
"Boss lady, two superior rooms, and prepare some wine and dishes." Li Xijun's voice was calm, yet clearly reached everyone's ears.
Su Manniang raised her head, and when she saw Li Xijun and Li Qinghan, a glint of shrewdness flashed quickly in her charming eyes, before a warm and alluring smile spread across her face:
"Oh my, what rare guests! What a handsome young man and woman. They look unfamiliar. Is this your first time visiting our desert?"
As she spoke, she casually glanced at the two of them, lingering particularly on Li Xijun for a moment.
Li Xijun seemed oblivious to the probing in her words, and said calmly:
"I've heard that the Loulan ancient sites have a unique charm, so I came to see for myself. This inn, run by the proprietress, is certainly the liveliest place in this oasis."
"You're joking, sir. I'm just begging for a living."
Su Manniang smiled and took out two keys. "Rooms No. 3 and No. 4 are empty. Have the kitchen prepare the food and drinks immediately. They're guaranteed to be authentic desert flavors—but the price is inevitably a bit high in this place."
"It's alright." Li Xijun took the key.
He casually handed over a piece of silver ingot of excellent quality, his fingers almost imperceptibly brushing against Su Manniang's fingers as he handed it over.
The instant their fingertips touched, spiritual energy surged from Li Xijun's fingertips, and at the same time, she secretly activated the Emperor's Qi Observation Technique to sense it.
really,
An extremely subtle yet heavy aura, as vast as the earth and as deep as the ocean, flashed through Su Manniang's body like a startled swan.
It easily suppressed and crushed the spiritual power that flowed into his fingertips.
Li Xijun's eyes flickered slightly, and he already understood.
Su Manniang's smile froze for a moment, but she quickly recovered, as if nothing had happened. She naturally withdrew her hand and smiled:
"Young man, you're so generous! Please come upstairs to a private room; the food and drinks will be ready shortly!"