Realization

Dongfang Yueming's heart suddenly jolted! "He... he actually knows about the Martial Sect?!"

Grandmaster Yuye, seemingly oblivious to Dongfang Yueming's unease, continued, "All martial arts under heaven, though different, ultimately lead to the same goal. Whether it's the gentleness of water, the explosiveness of fire, or any other attribute, tracing back to their origins, they are merely manifestations of the Martial Dao True Intent. And the Martial Sect is a super sect standing atop the Central Continent! Its martial arts lineage is ancient and all-encompassing! Long ago, the Martial Sect even held the top position among super sects, its power shaking the world! Although its talent pool has dwindled and it is no longer as glorious as it once was, the depth of its foundation is far beyond our comprehension. If there is anywhere in this world that can resolve your conflicting martial arts techniques, perhaps... only the Martial Sect can."

Upon hearing the words "super sect," the gazes of the crowd below the stage turned gloating once again as they looked at Dongfang Yueming.

"Hmph! A super sect? Do you think someone like him can get in?"

"Exactly! Grandmaster Yuye said that talent is dwindling, which shows how high the threshold is!"

"I think he has no hope in this lifetime!"

Dongfang Yueming ignored the crowd's gloating and simply bowed respectfully to Grandmaster Yuye, saying, "Thank you for your guidance, Grandmaster." After saying that, he turned around, walked decisively down from the platform, and headed out of the crowd.

Grandmaster Yuye watched Dongfang Yueming's departing figure, his eyes filled with regret once again. He shook his head and said nothing more.

"Grandmaster Yuye! Since we couldn't provide that kid with the right techniques and martial arts, then... does the previous spot still count?" Someone in the audience immediately asked impatiently.

Grandmaster Yuye regained his senses and nodded. "Of course. Since I was unable to participate, the spot will remain vacant. I will choose another person with the right destiny."

"Great!" The crowd below the stage cheered excitedly!

Some people watched Dongfang Yueming's dejected figure leave, feeling immensely pleased! Hou Liang, in particular, said smugly to Wei Meng, "Mengmei, you see! I told you long ago, that kid was no good! All looks and no substance!"

Wei Meng simply frowned and remained silent.

Dongfang Yueming walked alone on the streets of Tianhua City, feeling out of place amidst the surrounding hustle and bustle. The words of Grandmaster Yuye still echoed in his mind.

"The Martial Sect..." he thought to himself, "It seems that will be an important target for me in the future."

Dongfang Yueming recalled the mysterious Origin Page given to him by Qin Rushuang, "The Origin Page that Instructor Qin gave me has the ability to fuse cultivation techniques and martial arts; this is the key to resolving my current predicament!"

However, as he carefully pondered Grandmaster Yuye's words, "All martial arts under heaven lead to the same goal through different paths," a doubt arose in his heart. "Different paths leading to the same goal... but my current feeling seems to be far from reaching that level. My fusion is more like forcibly mixing different forces together. Although the power is increased, it is still far from true 'unification'."

He glanced at the attribute panel subconsciously.

[Character: Dongfang Yueming]

[Realm: Internal Force Realm (Entry) (600 points earned daily)]

[Techniques: Extreme Body Tempering Method (Perfection), Primordial Yin-Yang Art (Perfection), Heaven-Overwhelming Force Condensation Method (0/1500, Entry)]

[Martial Arts: Gale Swift Saber (Perfection), Swift Swimming Movement Technique (Perfection), Venomous Snake Dagger Technique (0/1, Not Yet Entry), Fierce Tiger Fist Technique (Perfection), Blood Burning Secret Method (Perfection), Crimson Flame Fist Technique (0/2000, Major Accomplishment), Surging Waves Fist Technique (0/9, Not Yet Entry- Level), Surging Waves Movement Technique (0/9, Not Yet Entry), Cloud-Treading Steps (Perfection), Shadow Shadow-Chasing Movement Technique (0/10, Not Yet Entry- Entry), Heaven-Overwhelming Palm (0/540, Entry)]

[Points:4716]

"My Body Tempering method, which I named the [Extreme Body Tempering Method], could it be... that it truly encompasses all aspects of the Body Tempering Realm and touches upon its true essence?" A thought flashed through his mind like lightning! "And those fused Body Tempering martial arts... have they also reached the pinnacle of their respective fields?"

The more Dongfang Yueming thought about it, the more likely it seemed! Suddenly, as if struck by a flash of inspiration, he had an epiphany!

He immediately stopped a passing middle-aged martial artist, cupped his hands in greeting, and asked, "Brother, may I ask where in this city I can buy Body Tempering Realm cultivation techniques and martial arts?"

The middle-aged martial artist was stopped by him. Sensing the restrained yet formidable aura emanating from Dongfang Yueming, he was somewhat puzzled. "Judging from this young master's cultivation level, he should have already surpassed the Body Tempering Realm, right? Why would he be inquiring about this?" But he still politely pointed out the direction.

"Thank you," Dongfang Yueming said, then quickly left.

"What a strange person." The middle-aged martial artist shook his head and continued on his way.

Soon, Dongfang Yueming arrived at a rather large shop selling secret manuals. The waiter at the door saw that Dongfang Yueming had Bufan demeanor, but could not see through his specific cultivation level. He thought to himself, "This young master is hiding his true strength. He must be a big customer!" He quickly greeted him with a smile.

"Please come in, sir! What would you like?"

"I would like to purchase some cultivation techniques and martial arts for the Body Tempering Realm," Dongfang Yueming stated his purpose directly.

Upon hearing this, the waiter's smile froze for a moment, and his enthusiasm waned considerably. What could a Body Tempering Realm manual be worth? He casually gestured to a young woman tidying a bookshelf nearby. "Xiaoyu, this gentleman wants to see Body Tempering Realm manual. Take him there."

The young woman named Xiaoyu responded and walked up to Dongfang Yueming, saying politely, "Young master, please follow me."

Dongfang Yueming followed Xiaoyu to a secluded room. Inside, dozens of bookshelves were densely packed together, piled high with all sorts of secret manuals.

"Young master, this shelf contains Body Tempering techniques, and that shelf contains Body Tempering martial arts," Xiaoyu explained, pointing to the bookshelf. "They're all the same price: one white crystal coin for thirty books you can choose freely."

"Thank you." Dongfang Yueming nodded.

Xiaoyu was also a little curious. "Judging from this young master's age, could it be... that he, like me, is still lingering in the Body Tempering Realm?" She didn't say anything more and said to Dongfang Yueming, "Please choose as you see fit, young master."

After saying that, she walked to the corner of the room, sat down cross-legged, and began to cultivate on her own.

"She's quite a diligent girl." Dongfang Yueming gave her an approving look, then turned his attention to the bookshelves.

He was filled with mixed emotions. "Back in the Great Xia Dynasty, we had to go to great lengths to obtain even a basic cultivation technique. But here, Body Tempering Realm manuals are as common as cabbages, everywhere you look!"