The Great Duel Between Homologous Silk Book Methods

The young man who arrived suddenly had a calm expression and a low voice, but every word he spoke was powerful. On the surface, he was asking someone for a favor, but his tone revealed an unyielding firmness that left no room for refusal.

He was dressed in black, tall and slender, yet not at all frail; he appeared remarkably robust, as if forged from refined steel, and seemed to possess a terrifying aura of Blood Qi and Heavenly Light within him.

Qin Ming resented this kind of domineering attitude. Why should others obey him just because he said something? Why should they have to follow him to pay respects to his master?

"Do I know you? No, I don't!" Qin Ming replied.

Under the cover of darkness, the Fire Spring surged like lava, Golden Vine shattered the glow of the sunset, green bamboo reflected the white snow, and the frozen lake revealed the desolate silence of all things.

The lean man in black spoke, "My name is Sun Chengjun. You should know where I come from, because our divine skills are already resonating with each other."

Then he uttered two words: "Let's go!"

It was obvious that Sun Chengjun was usually quite assertive. He briefly explained his background and then simply told Qin Ming to follow him on the road with just two words.

"I'm not going," Qin Ming refused succinctly.

Sun Chengjun stood before the verdant bamboo, from which snowflakes fell, and said, "The Grandmaster's blessing will bring you many benefits. Why don't you hurry and leave? This is an opportunity that others would kill for."

Qin Ming frowned. This person was indifferent and tough, making it difficult to like him.

Sun Chengjun said, "If it weren't for the repeated mentions of your name by some Old Senior on the New Life Path, do you think our lineage's Grandmaster would have set their sights on you and offered you any benefits?"

Qin Ming realized that the older generation of people on the New Life Path probably had good intentions when they came into contact with the lineage of the Buddha in the Past Tathagata, hoping to get guidance from a master who also practiced Primal Chaos Force.

However, the young man in black seemed to be giving alms, which made him unwilling to see the Grandmaster. He felt that comprehending the Silk Book Method on his own was enough.

Over the years, he has explored Primal Chaos Force on his own, relying entirely on himself and without needing to depend on anyone.

Qin Ming said, "Let's do it another day. I will pay my respects to the Sage. I am currently at a crucial moment in comprehending the True Scripture and cannot travel far."

He didn't sense any kindness from this person; the other person's every word and action was so indifferent that he didn't need to accept this favor at all.

Sun Chengjun scrutinized Qin Ming, his gaze sharp as a knife, gradually hardening. He said, "Do you know what you're saying? I offered you fortuitous opportunity, and you... refused, betraying the chance those Old Senior on the New Life Path fought for for you."

"I appreciate it!" Qin Ming's words became increasingly brief and decisive.

He sighed inwardly, feeling grateful to the older generation on the New Life Path. However, the Past Tathagata Lineage.

His senses were incredibly sharp; he had already detected a trace of hostility in Sun Chengjun, not to mention the negative emotions such as indifference and domineering.

Qin Ming felt that the other party's instruction and guidance were merely a convenient excuse; they were probably more interested in studying him as a person and figuring out why he had been able to master Silk Book Method on his own.

Therefore, Past Tathagata Lineage, he directly refused, unwilling to rashly enter their territory.

After a moment of silence, Sun Chengjun said, "I am a person who appears cold on the outside but is warm on the inside. I am not good with words, which may be due to my personality, causing you to feel resistant. However, I have indeed come to invite you here. The Cultivation Method share the same origin. Even if you are very confident, you should still go and see the Ancestor."

He felt quite awkward saying these words, but he did come with a mission: to lead this special young man to meet the higher-ups of his sect.

The Old Senior of the New Life Path, appreciating talent, recommended this Heavenly Prodigy, Past Tathagata Lineage didn't pay much attention. It was not as noteworthy as a casual mention from the Cui Household that Qin Ming had independently mastered the Chaos Force, which made them take notice.

The higher-ups in their faction wanted to meet this young man. If he was truly as "divine" as the rumors suggested, it would be of great significance and worthy of thorough study.

Although they had heard rumors before, they had only recently returned and needed to keep a low profile. Moreover, they were wary of the Ancestor of the New Life Path. Now that the old Sage was about to cross over, they felt more confident.

"As I said, I have gained some understanding of the True Scripture and need to immediately go into seclusion. I will definitely visit the Ancestor in the future." Qin Ming said firmly, with no intention of being perfunctory or evasive.

Sun Chengjun's face darkened, and he lost his patience, saying, "You are rejecting the goodwill of the Past Tathagata Lineage."

Qin Ming looked at him without saying a word.

Sun Chengjun stepped forward and said coldly, "Tonight, I want to experience the Chaos Force you've mastered!"

"You should have said so earlier!" Qin Ming immediately retorted. The other party had been holding back until now, but in the end, it still came to this.

Upon hearing this, Sun Chengjun's expression turned icy cold. He said, "You are being so disrespectful to the main lineage where Sage Eternal Presence. You are... utterly ungrateful!"

Qin Ming changed his attitude completely, saying, "You're giving me too much face. I respect the predecessors who pioneered Silk Book Method, but who do you think you are? You keep putting on airs with that cold, sour face. Who are you looking at?!"

"A mere third-realm youth dares to bare his teeth at me? It seems that mastering the Chaos Force over the years has indeed given you a lot of confidence." Sun Chengjun approached in an instant, his Movement Method as fast as a ghost, incredibly swift.

His right palm, sharp as a knife, slashed towards Qin Ming's neck, saying, "It's all because our main branch went far away to Foreign Domain, leaving Night Prefecture without a legitimate lineage, which caused you, a member of a collateral branch, to develop a misconception and lose sight of yourself!"

Qin Ming drew his Mutton Fat Jade Iron Saber directly, and a clear light shone forth, like the Divine Moon breaking through the mist, illuminating the area with its pure radiance.

He slashed at the hand Lingering in Heavenly Light, saying, "I practice my family's secret techniques, what's it to you? If your so-called orthodox lineage is defeated by me, are you going to change your name to collateral lineage?"

Sun Chengjun's palm was crystal clear and radiant, and the force emanating from it was extremely terrifying, enough to cut through Secret Metal and sever rare treasures. Everyone knew that their lineage was known for its offensive power, enough to shake the world!

However, he did not strike the blade with his finger, since it was a weapon made of Mutton Fat Jade Iron. He struck the side of the blade, which immediately produced a piercing metallic clang, accompanied by sparks flying.

"You're dreaming!" Sun Chengjun sneered.

When he touched the precious sword, he vibrated his fingers repeatedly, unleashing a wondrous Primal Chaos Mystical Force that layered Nine Heavens, like waves in a raging sea, one higher than the next. He didn't intend to shatter the Mutton Fat Jade Iron Saber, but rather to force his opponent to let go and drop the sword.

Sure enough, after being struck by this terrifying force, the Mutton Fat Jade Iron Saber trembled violently and hummed, as if it were about to turn into a white light and rise into the sky.

Sun Chengjun, at the Fourth Realm, is extremely dangerous. He only just tested his skills with the Primal Chaos Mystical Force, which even a seed-level genius might not be able to withstand.

Qin Ming felt that immense force, but he remained calm and composed. The blade emitted a five-colored radiance, Five Elements Saintly Evil flowed, transforming into Five-Colored Saber Light, which quickly disintegrated the nine layers of surging Heavenly Light.

Almost everything in the world can be encompassed within the Five Elements. Qin Ming immediately broke through his methods, even his own body was shrouded in Five-Colored Light Wheel, and the long sword in his hand was close to his arm, slashing towards his head.

In an instant, Sun Chengjun changed positions repeatedly and clashed with Qin Ming's Five Elements Saber twenty-seven times with his bare hands. The ear-piercing metallic vibrations, accompanied by the Heavenly Light, tore through the dark night sky.

Clang!

After the final blow, he and Qin Ming separated, each standing on the frozen lake, thirty feet apart.

"No wonder you dared to disrespect Little Tathagata, you do have some tricks up your sleeve!" Sun Chengjun said.

His heart was filled with unease; when had he ever been defeated? Once he mastered the Chaos Force, he would be known as invincible among his peers, with unparalleled offensive power.

He was at the Fourth Realm cultivation, yet he failed to defeat the young man before him immediately!

Without a sound, a gaunt figure appeared on the lake. His face was somewhat aged, and he spoke, "Although you come from an extraordinary background, it's a bit much for you to act so arrogantly at my Mountain River Academy."

Sun Chengjun realized that this was probably the old Master named Yu Gensheng.

He naturally wouldn't admit his mistake, and calmly said, "I had no ill intentions. I'm only here for a friendly exchange. This is an exchange between the main lineage and the collateral lineage of Chaos Force."

At the same time, other elderly figures appeared, standing at a distance, but they had already locked onto this area.

"Little Qin, what do you think? Should I strangle him?" Yu Gensheng asked.

He truly didn't care about Sun Chengjun's background. His own lifespan was nearing its end, and even Past Tathagata, he would still dare to spit in the other party's face.

Sun Chengjun's eyes were deep and unfathomable. He sensed that the older these old guys in Night Prefecture got, the less afraid they were of death. They were even more impulsive and adventurous than the young people!

Qin Ming said, "There's no need for you to step in, senior. I'll fight him myself."

Neither Yu Gensheng nor the figure in the distance spoke, but both showed some worry, because this was no ordinary Fourth Realm cultivator.

It is said that Sun Chengjun is a disciple of the Past Tathagata, with a very powerful background. He has mastered the Chaos Force to the highest level, and his attack power is rarely matched by anyone of the same level.

Qin Ming added that Yu Gensheng shouldn't worry, saying, "It's alright, he hasn't mastered the Silk Book Method yet."

At the Mountain River Academy, some of the experts had already been alarmed. Now, upon hearing these words, they were at a loss for words. How could this young man be so confident? How dare he so Past Tathagata Lineage?

Sun Chengjun was so angry he laughed. In this world, who would dare say that the Orthodox Lineage members of the Chaos Force lineage hadn't mastered this Cultivation Method? That young man in front of him was indeed quite arrogant!

He said in a deep voice, "This is the first time in my life that someone has commented on me like this. Come, let me see what your so-called mastered Chaos Force looks like!"

Qin Ming, dressed in a blue robe with flowing sleeves and jet-black hair fluttering in the night breeze, spoke with clear eyes, "I have no problem in guiding you, but there's one thing I need to make clear beforehand: if you lose, your lineage should not come looking for me again. In the future, I will personally visit the Sage!"

At this moment, he exuded confidence and peace, revealing a subtle sense of detachment from the world in the night, and his whole being Lingering by a tranquil aura.

Sun Chengjun smiled faintly. How could he not know that the other party was using words to pressure him into making a statement? But was there any need to consider it? He was a master of the Fourth Realm, and he had been practicing Chaos Force for far longer than the other party. If he were to lose, he couldn't bear the shame.

He said indifferently, "If I lose, I'll turn around and leave, and I won't bother you again."

Qin Ming said, "What I mean is, none of you from this lineage should disturb my peaceful cultivation anymore."

"Live in the moment and be responsible only for yourself," Sun Chengjun said, and as he spoke, he made another move.

His face was filled with murderous intent. As a master of the Heart Lamp Realm, he was being underestimated by a youth of the Spirit Field Realm. He wanted to make his opponent taste bitter fruit in the shortest possible time.

Sun Chengjun's five fingers emitted a dazzling divine light, shattering the night fog and illuminating the area as if it were daytime. He had used the Tathagata Finger!

Their Primal Chaos Force of Hunyuan Jin incorporates the most Cultivation Method from the Tathagata Sect; in fact, in a sense, it is a variant of Tathagata Force!

Sun Chengjun had a solemn and dignified appearance. His right hand, with its five fingers tearing through the night sky, carried an unstoppable momentum, as if it had been thrown from Ascension Mountain, and was pressing down on his opponent.

Qin Ming's face showed surprise. He knew he had encountered a powerful opponent, and tonight he could go all out!

In fact, he had been looking forward to it for a long time and was eager for a thrilling battle.

Qin Ming raised the Mutton Fat Jade Iron Saber in his hand, and in an instant, the pure white blade was stained with fine golden patterns that expanded into the void.

The sound of the blade rang out terrifyingly, accompanied by a dazzling Golden Haze, and a terrifying blade intent soared into the sky.

Qin Ming's sword slashed at the Tathagata Finger, and golden characters filled the sky, as if countless stars were resonating with him as he swung his sword.

Clang!

The terrifying Heavenly Light Force and deafening collision between the two masters resounded throughout the heavens and earth, causing an immense disturbance that alarmed everyone at the Mountain River Academy.

The first group of spectators were completely absorbed in watching the game.

Sun Chengjun's five fingers were like five pillars supporting the sky, surrounded by a vast expanse of Immortal Mist and Heavenly Light, as they blasted towards Qin Ming like a mountain collapsing and a tsunami crashing down.

The slash Qin Ming unleashed filled the night sky with Golden Haze, which then transformed into divine birds, as if Golden Crow were crying out, rushing forward along with the blade!

In a daze, it seemed as if stars were falling from the sky with this single strike!

Qin Ming wielded the Golden Crow Illuminating Night Saber!

Both men unleashed deadly attacks right from the start, both powered by Hunyuan Jin (Primal Chaos Force), creating an extremely powerful and imposing display.

Amidst the clanging sounds, there was also a rumbling sound, like thunder, or like the Grotto-Heaven Ruins or Golden Palace Jade Palace being shattered.

The night sky was vast and boundless, filled with awe-inspiring Heavenly Light.

The blade in Qin Ming's hand, accompanied by the Golden Crow soaring through the sky, collided with the pillar of heaven, clashing and distorting the entire void, making it seem as if it were about to collapse.

In the blink of an eye, the two had already exchanged dozens, even hundreds, of blows.

With a whoosh, they separated abruptly, but quickly attacked again, though their moves had completely changed, and they never repeated their old techniques with each strike.

Qin Ming's slash revealed the True Meaning of Withering and Flourishing; his own vitality was fully absorbed from the essence of heaven and earth and his opponent, aiming to Eternal Presence and maintain immortality.

However, the Mutton Fat Jade Iron Saber carried an air of decay, accompanied by a vast, ominous light that enveloped its opponent.

His single strike perfectly embodies the highest truth of the "Scripture of Wither Bloom Scripture"!

Sun Chengjun's body spun like a top, and as he did so, his right leg swung out with a thunderous roar, as if he had shattered the night sky. The power of that kick was immense.

He firmly believed that the ultimate power could destroy all laws!

He was incredibly arrogant. With a single kick, the Heavenly Light surged like a thousand towering waves, attempting to shatter the calamity light carrying the power of decaying time.

At the Mountain River Academy, all the students were stunned. An unimaginable battle had broken out?

"Fellow disciples, come quickly to watch the battle! Qin Ming is fighting against the successor of the Buddha of the Past Tathagata!" A crow flew across the night sky, calling out to everyone.

In fact, it's doing business.

The crow transmitted its voice. "Come over here, everyone! There are the best viewing spots. If you want to witness this fierce battle firsthand, you only need to pay one Day Gold!"

Wu Yaozu and Xiang Yiwu had just returned from a gathering and witnessed this scene.

"It's that Crow Sis." Little Wu recalled that when he and Qin Ming first joined Mountain River Academy, Senior Sister Crow had sold them tickets—an old tradition!

Under the long night sky, the Heavenly Light Chongxiao. Two masters clashed, and the frozen lake melted instantly, with billowing white mist rising into the air, making the place resemble a fairyland.

In Kunlun City, many people noticed this strange sight in the night sky. It was an explosion of Chaos Force, Taiyi other Heavenly Light, which attracted everyone's attention.

In an instant, a large number of people rushed over, eager to witness the battle.

Recently, the Ancestral Court of various religions have been in turmoil because of the issue of unification, which involves the relinquishment of power by the Ancestor, the return of the Grand Emperor and the First Ancestor, etc.

Therefore, many disciples of various lineages have left to avoid the turmoil, and Kunling is now a place of great upheaval, with some of their successors residing in this city.

Even Cao Qianqiu released Li Qingxu and his disciples. At this moment, Li Bai was shocked to see the Primal Chaos Heavenly Light soaring into the sky, and realized who was fighting.

Many promising talents, including Helian Yaoqing, Cheng Sheng, and Zhao Qingcheng, also rushed towards the Mountain River Academy.

Qin Ming versus Sun Chengjun: a clash of Silk Book Method —a fierce collision that has attracted widespread attention is unfolding under the long night.