Innate and Despair

Ouyang Feng's original strength was at the late stage of Acquired Master. Later, through a twist of fate, he cultivated the Inverted Nine Yin Manual, reaching the Peak Acquired Master stage. Breaking through to Innate was only a matter of time.

However, this was under the condition that the cultivation technique had no issues. His Nine Yin Manual was originally written incorrectly by Guo Jing, and with Huang Rong's haphazard explanations, the possibility of qi deviation was greater than breaking through to Innate.

Under the combined assault of the Eastern Heretic, Northern Beggar, and Guo Jing, the true qi within him was already restless. Coupled with the complex and high-intensity combat, he could be backlashed by his true qi at any moment.

After enduring the attacks of the three, combined with the restless true qi within him, the two factors intertwined, allowing him to break through to Innate by opening the Heaven and Earth Bridge by chance.

Innate realm.

The biggest difference between Innate and Acquired is the ability to absorb a trace of the Qi of Heaven and Earth.

This Qi of Heaven and Earth has many names: spiritual energy, energy...

The internal energy of the Acquired realm is actually transformed by cultivators through refining the energy in their food and drink.

Opening the Heaven and Earth Bridge in the Innate stage allows the human body's connection with heaven and earth to open, absorbing the free-floating material energy from heaven and earth.

Breaking through to Innate often strengthens the body's functions, allowing the elderly to regain the physical strength of their youth and extend their lifespan; the young, if lucky, can also enhance their senses, such as Kou Zhong and Xu Ziling.

However, this realm still does not escape the human category; one still needs to eat and sleep.

Seeing that their full-power attacks did not kill Ouyang Feng, the three immediately understood that continuing would not yield better results.

Thus, they decisively surrendered.

Although Hong Qigong was not seriously injured, his entire body was numb, and he was temporarily unable to fight. As one of the Five Greats of the current martial arts world, if he did not surrender, it would be tantamount to being unreasonable. At the same time, he truly admired the opponent's formidable martial arts. He cupped his fists and said, "Brother Ouyang, this old beggar admits defeat to you! You are The First Under Heaven!"

Ouyang Feng laughed heartily and turned to Huang Yaoshi, "Brother Huang, do you admit defeat to me?"

Huang Yaoshi was also injured by the explosive force Ouyang Feng unleashed earlier. Although it was not as severe as Hong Qigong's condition, he was also unable to fight. Furthermore, Huang Yaoshi was notoriously proud; he could not bring himself to deny defeat. He cupped his fists, holding his jade flute, and said, "Brother Ouyang, The First Under Heaven."

Guo Jing was the weakest of the three. When he was sent flying, he spat out a mouthful of blood. His qi and blood churned, causing discomfort in his chest, but fortunately, it was not a serious injury. He would recover after a period of careful recuperation.

Ouyang Feng was overjoyed to hear this, "Hahaha... I am finally The First Under Heaven."

After a moment of happiness, a void suddenly appeared in his heart, as if his life's goal had vanished. A sense of loss spread through him.

Gradually, he recalled his life and began to miss his sister-in-law, the woman who made him unforgettable for eternity.

Then, he thought of Ouyang Ke, this nephew.

No!

It should be son.

This was originally his only concern in this world. Thinking of him, his heart filled with sorrow.

He said blankly, "My child, your father is peerless in martial arts, invincible in the world. Do you like it?"

Ouyang Feng's eyes happened to sweep across Huang Rong, a flash of light crossed his mind, and then his eyes fixed intently on Huang Rong.

In an instant, his expression, filled with loneliness and sadness, turned sinister.

Ouyang Feng's face then suddenly became extremely gentle and affectionate. He said to Huang Rong in the distance, "Girl Huang, Ke'er liked you so much when he was alive. You will be my son's wife, so how can I, as a father, not fulfill his wish?"

Ouyang Feng scanned the crowd and then, very casually, as if speaking to himself, said, "Ke'er, I'll send your wife to see you now."

Then, he slowly moved towards Huang Rong.

Everyone present was a skilled martial artist and naturally heard Ouyang Feng's low murmur.

Huang Rong, being intelligent and quick-witted since childhood, could not fail to understand the meaning behind Ouyang Feng's words. The Dog Beating Staff in her hand trembled in fright.

In this moment of crisis, she instinctively looked towards her most reliable support.

Her hope was gone. Her father, whom she remembered as powerful, her invincible master, and her dependable Brother Jing, all appeared weak. She knew they couldn't save her.

Her body trembled as she retreated, trying to put distance between herself and Ouyang Feng.

Huang Yaoshi also reacted quickly and shouted, "Rong'er, run! Ouyang Feng wants my daughter to be buried with Ouyang Ke. You truly don't respect me."

Huang Yaoshi had no choice. He thought to himself, I am absolutely no match for Ouyang Feng, but I must hold him off to buy time for Rong'er to escape.

Hong Qigong also reacted instantly. He truly cherished Huang Rong as his disciple. He had initially accepted her as a disciple out of greed and hadn't taken it seriously. Later, at sea, when he became incapacitated, they still took care of him tirelessly. It was then that he truly acknowledged these two disciples. He disregarded his injuries and forcefully channeled his qi, moving forward with Huang Yaoshi. While running, he shouted, "Rong'er! Run quickly, your father and I will hold off Ouyang Feng."

Guo Jing, still on the ground, reacted a beat slower than them but now understood what was happening. He endured the discomfort, got up, and joined Hong Qigong and Huang Yaoshi in holding off Ouyang Feng. "Rong'er! Get out of here quickly."

Huang Rong looked at the situation, feeling both touched and worried. She knew they were no match for Ouyang Feng, and how long could they hold him off? With her own strength, she couldn't outrun Ouyang Feng and would be caught. Running was not a viable option.

As expected, the three who stepped forward to engage Ouyang Feng were all immobilized with their acupoints sealed within ten exchanges.

Huang Rong considered asking Wang Ming for help, but after a moment's thought, she felt it was useless.

Wang Ming was more powerful than her father, but the gap was not significant. Ouyang Feng could defeat the combined attack of her father and the other two. It could be said that he was now the undisputed The First Under Heaven, and no one could save her.

In despair, she gave up resisting and stood still, looking with reluctance at her Brother Jing, her father, and her master.