dhibooks Chapter 981 North Sea Xia Island, the demise of the reckless swordsman
Chapter 981 North Sea Xia Island, the demise of the reckless swordsman
Bi Cangzhou City is majestic and vast, containing precious cultivation grounds with varying terrain, some high and some low.
Yunxu Mountain, where Chen Ping'an resides, is undoubtedly the first-class residence in Bi Cang Prefecture City, quiet and elegant, with a delightful atmosphere.
Although there was strict security in Yunxu Mountain, it was completely ineffective in front of Chen Ping'an.
Without a sound, he left Yunxu Mountain.
During his time in Bicang Prefecture, he had made numerous trips in this manner and was now quite familiar with the place.
However, this time, his stealth mission was a different experience.
"This is the power of a major overhaul."
Chen Ping'an's brows shone with an inward light, concealing its brilliance and sharpness; under the fluctuations of his divine soul, it seemed as if it were nothingness.
With the attainment of a high level of cultivation, the practice of the Formless Freedom Method yields surprisingly good results.
Even in broad daylight, he was as ethereal as a gentle breeze, as if he were nothing. Every movement and fluctuation of his body merged into the void, undetectable to anyone.
"Such stealth capabilities are at least several levels above!"
Chen Ping'an secretly assessed the situation and felt quite pleased.
However, acting covertly is different from going all out, and all escape speeds are reduced. But with Daishu's terrifying escape speed, this reduction is merely decorative.
For martial arts masters, a single prefecture, spanning thousands of miles, can be likened to a single city, traversed in a single day. A territory encompassing a dozen or so prefectures can be likened to a single prefecture, and can be crossed in at most half a month.
However, at the Great Cultivation Realm, this measure changes again. For a Great Cultivator, if they are determined and spare no expense to achieve the ultimate speed, they can traverse a region in at most three days.
Such speed of escape is the reason why the great cultivator of the Western Wilderness, Baosha Sanren, was able to travel such a long distance with such ease.
Reaching the Great Cultivation Realm means that the stage they dabble in will no longer be limited to a single place. The world they see and the stage they stand on will be far more magnificent.
Just like the regional overlords and sect leaders, their interactions are not limited to their own territories. There is a much wider world and a more complex network of relationships that they need to manage.
From below, those above appear unreachable, a world unto themselves. But upon reaching that point, one can see an even broader world.
There, you'll find the true essence and essence of this world.
Only upon reaching the top did I realize that my past self, confined to one state or one place, was nothing more than a frog at the bottom of a well.
The acquisition of the Purple-Blue Flower went even more smoothly than Chen Ping'an had imagined. After paying for a few unused resource items and some Yuan Crystals to make up the difference, he successfully traded for a Purple-Blue Flower of excellent age and quality.
In addition, he also took the opportunity to purchase some resources and auxiliary materials for refining the Hundred Poisons Water, and his reserves were enough to support him to refine another dozen or so portions.
At this trade fair, there happened to be a martial arts master from the North Sea who displayed a lot of marine minerals and spiritual items from the North Sea during the transaction.
Among them was the cold water that Chen Ping'an needed.
In exchange for several top-tier divine weapons and pseudo-treasures, Chen Ping'an successfully traded for a considerable amount of cold water.
The North Sea region is vast, and some deep, cold areas produce cold water.
The probability of encountering cold water is much higher here than in other places.
In addition, the most likely source of the Ice Soul Cold Water, besides the Snow God Palace, is the North Sea.
Especially in the outer seas, the chances of obtaining Ice Soul Cold Water are greatly increased.
However, the open sea is dangerous, unlike the inland sea, and every voyage is a battle of blood and flesh, requiring one to bear great risks.
The celestial being who traded with Chen Ping'an was named Kong and came from a celestial family in the Beihai Island region.
His transaction of top-tier divine weapons and pseudo-treasures was also for the benefit of the younger generation within his clan.
During the transaction, Chen Ping'an also inquired about the refining of heavy water.
The other party comes from the North Sea. Compared to other places, they have a much higher chance of obtaining intelligence about such secret methods related to waterways.
We can't very well ask a cultivator in a desolate place like the Western Wilderness about how to refine heavy water from the water's aquatic environment!
"I am not entirely clear about this matter, but at the previous auction on Xia Island, the Wanxiang Chamber of Commerce offered a method for refining a thousand-yuan heavy water, which was eventually acquired by a Celestial Master cultivator." The other party pondered for a moment and gave a standard reply.
"Xia Island Auction?"
Chen Ping'an's gaze sharpened, and he made a mental note of the matter.
"Thank you for clearing up my doubts, fellow Daoist."
Chen Ping'an smiled and bowed, exchanged a few words with the other party, and then ended the conversation.
"Thousand-yuan heavy water".
Chen Ping'an was familiar with the Wanxiang Chamber of Commerce. As one of the seven core chambers of commerce in the Beihai Business Alliance, it wielded unparalleled influence in the coastal region.
Even in the North, they have quite a reputation.
For example, Wanbao City, which is known as the No. 1 large-scale renovation project in Beihai, was built by Wanxiang Chamber of Commerce.
What Chen Ping'an was truly interested in was the recipe for the Thousand Yuan Heavy Water.
The refining of heavy water follows a set of rules and procedures. The term "one element of heavy water" does not refer to condensing it to one degree, but rather to condensing it to ten thousand degrees!
One-element heavy water is compressed ten thousand times.
Thousand Yuan Heavy Water, that is
A million times more!
His fourth-tier artifact, the Deep Sea Pearl, contains water with the mystical properties of heavy water, but compared to this, it pales in comparison.
What does it mean to condense something ten million times?
Even a ten-thousandth increase is not necessary; a mere ten-thousandth increase is enough to transform the most ordinary water into the most lethal weapon and a method of heavy pressure.
A million times greater, if it were successfully refined, even a Celestial Realm expert would be injured by a mere brush or killed by a single touch!
Even a martial arts master would feel a chill run down their spine and be extremely wary upon seeing it!
Just like in dynastic biographies, some classic anecdotes in travelogues feature a protagonist who, blessed with good fortune, by chance acquires a treasure left by his predecessor. He carefully tries to catch heavy water in an ordinary jade bottle, but as soon as a drop falls, the bottle is smashed through.
Or perhaps, the protagonist uses heavy water to fight his enemies, and the villainous henchmen, unaware of the treasure, mock him in public. Then, the protagonist flicks a drop of water and a flying sword, which is like a cannonball smashing the enemy through.
There were veteran experts who used divine weapons to fight the enemy, but they managed to completely shatter the divine weapons.
The power of heavy water is evident!
And this is just ordinary heavy water; if it were heavy water worth a thousand yuan, its power would probably increase by several orders of magnitude.
It's no exaggeration to say that a single drop of water can pierce through a mountain.
Rather, it is the reality that can actually occur.
However, Chen Ping'an thought that this thousand-yuan heavy water was probably just a gimmick.
Its true power may indeed be considerable, but it is definitely not this exaggerated.
If that's the case, then the final auction winner probably won't be a Celestial Being.
If it were truly the method for refining Thousand Yuan Heavy Water, even a Martial Arts Grandmaster would likely vie for it, let alone allow a mere cultivator to succeed in his quest.
Such wondrous heavy water is an extremely formidable trump card, even for a Great Celestial.
For cultivators at a lower level, there is an overwhelming gap.
Of course, there are many crucial steps between the refining method and successful refining. And there are countless paths between successful refining and the final product.
It's not that you can succeed just by acquiring the refining method; it involves countless hours of effort, a vast amount of rare spiritual materials, and trial and error.
The Thousand Yuan Heavy Water is merely the ultimate form of the refining method; there are still many detours to be taken along the way.
Furthermore, the power of this thousand-yuan heavy water refining method is questionable; its true effect may only be at the level of cultivating one's foundation.
For example, in the refining of heavy water, although it is called condensation and compression, the actual degree of compression is more of a gimmick.
Like a drop of water, it is indeed condensed ten thousand times, a hundred thousand times, but its volume will be larger, and it is not really the size of a drop of water.
Have you ever seen a drop of water the size of a house?
Rather than "compression," "condensation" would be a more appropriate description.
Chen Ping'an had previously consulted some materials, which described how heavy water, when contained in special containers and then ejected, could penetrate mountains and even transform into a vast ocean to imprison the opponent.
Such attacks, launched suddenly and unexpectedly, are extremely effective at catching people off guard.
It's far more useful than ordinary trapping treasures.
However, when heavy water is divided into vast oceans, its power is significantly reduced. All restraining forces depend entirely on the quality of the water and the skill of its manipulator.
Besides heavy water itself, containers capable of holding it are also quite rare. Especially for high-quality heavy water, which is heavy enough to smash through mountains, the sturdiness of the container is extremely important for its storage.
However, Chen Ping'an didn't need to consider this matter. The deep-sea pearl in his possession was just right.
Once the heavy water is properly condensed, it can be placed inside the deep sea. When activated, the heavy water will emerge along with it and be used to fight enemies, with extraordinary power.
"If we were to gather all the necessary ingredients—heavy water, cold water, and water of a hundred poisons—how powerful would this extraordinary item be? Even ordinary heavy water would probably be no less powerful than a top-tier treasure, wouldn't it?"
Chen Ping'an, lost in thought, also noted down information about the Wanxiang Chamber of Commerce and the Xia Island Auction.
Xia Island is a well-known island in the North Sea. Although it is called an island, it is much larger than most places. Combined with the clustering effect of the surrounding sea area, its overall prosperity is comparable to some major northern cities.
During certain special times, or at major maritime events, it can even attract the attention of martial arts masters.
"The island of Xia in the sea, forged with heavy water, a treasure scroll of sword techniques." Chen Ping'an's gaze shifted: "It seems that this North Sea is inevitable."
He is currently the acting governor of Beishan, serving as the head of the Zhenfu Division, holding a very high rank and authority.
He consulted many archives at Beishan Pass and gained a relatively comprehensive understanding of Beihai.
There is also an assessment and consideration of the various forces in Beihai.
Take the Beihai Merchant Alliance, the sole overlord of Beihai and renowned throughout the four borders of the dynasty, as an example. The Beihai Merchant Alliance has seven core merchant associations, thirty-six large merchant associations, and a number of peripheral merchant associations under its jurisdiction.
Companies like Yunhai Chamber of Commerce, Wanxiang Chamber of Commerce, and Jiuchen Chamber of Commerce are among the seven core chambers of commerce, holding the most important power in the Beihai Business Alliance.
The Five Blessings Chamber of Commerce, which Chen Ping'an had previously come into contact with, is one of the thirty-six large chambers of commerce under the Beihai Business Alliance.
However, unlike typical large chambers of commerce, the Wufu Chamber of Commerce ranks among the top of the thirty-six chambers of commerce. During the era of the Five Blessing Women, the Chamber of Commerce was expected to succeed the Leiyuan Chamber of Commerce, which ranked last among the seven core chambers of commerce, and rise to become a core chamber of commerce of the business alliance, wielding important power.
Unfortunately, something happened sometime in the past, and Wu Fu Nu disappeared quietly, and the Wu Fu Chamber of Commerce never took that crucial step.
Although it still ranks among the top, it is no longer as glorious as it once was.
Lei Yuan Chamber of Commerce, which used to be ranked last among the seven core chambers of commerce, has risen from the bottom to become one of the top three core chambers of commerce in the alliance, thanks to Lei Jun's rise to prominence.
The union of Lei Jun and Yun Jun truly made the Beihai Business Alliance famous throughout the world.
From a super-large commercial alliance with commercial attributes, it has transformed into a behemoth power capable of swallowing mountains and rivers and renowned throughout hundreds of millions of miles of territory.
Especially.
The name of the Twin Lords of Cloud and Thunder resounded throughout the world after the battle at Wentian Pass!
Since then, the Beihai Business Alliance has enjoyed smooth sailing in all its trade, and the local tyrants have all shown it respect and opened their doors to it with great convenience.
The trade influence of the Beihai Merchant Alliance truly radiated throughout the four borders of the dynasty, and even within the capital of Zhongzhou, there were important trade posts.
Chen Ping'an reviewed all the files and was shocked by the sheer size of the Beihai Business Alliance.
Some forces, though you may hear about them or have daily contact with them, may not seem like much. But only by truly delving into and investigating them can you feel their power and terror.
Take the Beihai Business Alliance, for example. Not to mention its seven core chambers of commerce, even its thirty-six large chambers of commerce are all overseen by Grandmaster-level cultivators. Some of the top-ranking ones are even personally overseen by Grandmaster-level martial arts cultivators.
Even those ranked lower, who may not have martial arts masters within their ranks, still have connections and channels. In crucial matters, they can leverage the other party's influence, or even get them to intervene.
In addition, there are numerous retainers and powerful figures who protect the core interests of the Chamber of Commerce.
As for the seven core chambers of commerce, they are even more terrifying.
For example, the Vientiane Chamber of Commerce is headed by a president who oversees numerous vice presidents, each responsible for different business sectors and regional channels.
Wan Baocheng, who was famous throughout Beihai and was known as the number one warrior in Beihai, was one of the vice presidents of the Wanxiang Chamber of Commerce.
Among the vice presidents, his authority is not particularly high.
It is said that Wan Baocheng was able to take this position mainly because of his special prestige in Beihai. The Chamber of Commerce Elders made special considerations and granted his approval.
The decision was made after a considerable amount of work.
Of course, such secrets are mostly circulated on unofficial channels, and their veracity is unknown.
Judging by this alone, it is enough to show that the Vientiane Chamber of Commerce has a strong foundation.
It is probably impossible to estimate how many powerful figures are within the chamber of commerce.
The Beihai Business Alliance, which is based in Beihai, is just one of the seven core business associations under the alliance, just like the Wanxiang Business Association.
Among the seven core chambers of commerce, there are some that are even more powerful than the Vientiane Chamber of Commerce.
The strength and resources of the Beihai Business Alliance are truly beyond the comprehension of outsiders.
Even just imagining it reveals its immense significance; it is a true behemoth within the dynasty's territory, a colossal entity.
In addition to the numerous powerful figures within the alliance, the Beihai Alliance, with its extensive trade network, possesses immense wealth, abundant reserves, and numerous spiritual items. It would not be an exaggeration to say that it is as rich as a country.
Such a large amount of wealth, if given free rein, would constitute an enormous amount of energy.
Furthermore, the vast network of relationships established during the trade process. If one is willing to pay the price, it is believed that a large number of powerful individuals would be willing to work for the Beihai Business Alliance.
When the price and benefits are high enough, even powerful beings will set aside their pride and become pioneers for it.
The Beihai Business Alliance is making quite a splash.
The reason why the Merchant Alliance Competition and the marriage proposal of Princess Xingyue, the only daughter of the two rulers, have attracted so much attention and caused such a stir is all due to this.
In Beihai, the Beihai Merchant Alliance is a force to be reckoned with. Below them, there is a power vacuum.
Then come sects, aristocratic families, and other forces such as sea sects and islands.
Among the many forces, the Whale Sea Sect, which Chen Ping'an had previously come into contact with, was one of the larger forces in the North Sea.
Information about Beihai echoed in Chen Ping'an's mind. Meanwhile, the small trading meeting concluded with discussions about Baosha Sanren and Tianren Daxiu.
Recently, various factions within the Bicang Prince's Mansion have been making frequent moves.
Given the current situation, barring any unforeseen circumstances, Ji Dongqing should be the next candidate for the throne.
Previously, Ji Dongqing and Ji Xuanmo were roughly equal in terms of influence. Now, with Baosha Sanren's appearance and clear statement, the situation for both has changed.
With this shift in momentum, Ji Dongqing gained the upper hand.
Ji Xuanmo was second only to Ji Shulan, and then the other candidates for the throne.
"The scale and influence of the major overhaul are truly incredible! Just one statement is enough to sway the situation on a small scale," a celestial being exclaimed.
“Yes. This is a major overhaul.” A celestial being nodded in agreement: “However, this is also because Ji Dongqing himself is quite remarkable, and he is only about the same level as Ji Xuanmo. Now that he has made a statement about a major overhaul, it will naturally affect the balance of power.”
"We'll see how things develop from here."
Amidst the sparse chatter, Chen Ping'an also left the small meeting.
Back in Qingchi Courtyard, after completing his cultivation of the Three-Part Return to Origin True Scroll, he began to refine the Hundred Poisons Water.
With the newly acquired Purple-Blue Flower, he can refine a considerable amount of Poison Water.
All of these, including the previous ones, could barely be refined into a deep-sea pearl.
As for power...
It's better than nothing, to say the least.
Ultimately, it's because the quantity is too small.
These poisonous waters are more than enough to concoct with poisonous substances. However, when it comes to integrating them into the aquatic realm, they are far from sufficient.
However, anything is possible with enough effort; if we continue to accumulate knowledge and skills in this way, we will eventually achieve our goal.
Given his current influence and connections, finding the spiritual materials needed to refine the Hundred Poisons Water wouldn't be difficult.
When the right opportunity arises later, we can definitely stock up on it.
Chen Ping'an has a clear mind and is extremely clear about the future direction.
Two days later, he received a message from the young princess in Qingchi Courtyard.
Ji Qingyu hoped that he could clearly state his position and express his support for Ji Shulan.
The transmission of this message was kept secret, and theoretically, the risk could be mitigated.
However, once he makes his statement, any investigation by various parties may not be able to guarantee that there are no oversights.
Ji Qingyu's message suggests she was forced into a corner.
To be precise, it should be Ji Shulan.
Compared to Ji Dongqing and Ji Xuanmo's frequent actions, Ji Shulan's advantages are not so obvious.
"Is it about to begin?"
Chen Ping'an smiled slightly, a hint of amusement appearing in his eyes.
Today, such a major trend that could significantly impact the landscape of Bi Cang is nothing more than a wry smile in his eyes.
Especially after he assumed the position of Grand Master.
His gaze gradually shifted from one area to the wider world.
A few days later, at a highly influential social gathering in Bi Cang Prefecture, Chen Ping'an, in his capacity as Mang Dao, expressed his support for Princess Ji Shulan of Bi Cang.
His deal with the young princess was limited to this, consisting of verbal statements to clarify his position.
This matter, once it was reported, immediately caused a huge uproar.
"What? You mean Mang Dao stepped forward to make a statement?"
"Haven't he been keeping a low profile and quiet these days? Why did he suddenly step forward?!" A representative from one faction said, finding it unbelievable.
“Speaking out in support of Ji Shulan, even if it’s just a verbal statement, carries considerable weight.”
"Yes. He is the acting garrison commander of Beishan, the head of the Zhenfu Division, and one of the youngest martial arts prodigies of our time. Even if it's just a verbal statement, it carries a lot of weight."
"Ji Shulan has a good method; he won over Mangdao without making a sound."
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Today, Chen Ping'an's name has long become a symbol. To all parties in the Bicang region, he is a Bicang giant who needs to be taken extremely seriously.
His every move and word will influence the changing situation.
His verbal support was a shot in the arm for all factions that supported Ji Shulan.
In a short period of time, it swept away its decline and became one of the centers of mainstream public opinion.
"Investigate! Go investigate!"
Ji Xuanmo's expression was gloomy, with veins bulging on his forehead, making his fair face look somewhat distorted.
Lately, he has been experiencing a series of setbacks, first with Ji Dongqing's series of countermeasures, and then with the fact that the ruthless Chen Ping'an supported Ji Shulan.
"When did all this happen? Why was there no prior warning?"
Ji Xuanmo spoke up to question them, and everyone in the hall fell silent.
"The matter of Baosha Sanren is like this, and the matter of Mangdao is also like this. What exactly are you doing on a daily basis?"
Ji Xuanmo vented his anger, scolding everyone and telling them to leave. When only a few people remained, his expression suddenly returned to calm.
"Gentlemen, what do you think?"
Ji Xuanmo's sudden change didn't surprise the others at all, and several of them immediately offered suggestions.
"Your Highness, although we do not know exactly what Prince Shulan contributed to Mangdao's statement this time, judging from the lack of follow-up, I am afraid that Mangdao's support is limited to this. In my humble opinion, it would be better to wait and see how things develop, and wait for the right time."
"Your Highness, regarding this matter..."
As everyone offered their suggestions, Ji Xuanmo remained calm and listened quietly.
As the conversation drew to a close, a hint of apology appeared on Ji Xuanmo's face, tinged with a scholarly air.
"Gentlemen, I was angry just now, but I had no choice. Please don't take offense at my harsh words."
"Your Highness, we understand."
"Your Highness has been surrounded by pawns; it is only right that Your Highness, as the ruler, should do this. We should be pleased, not blame you." Several people in the hall bowed deeply.
"The situation is still unclear, so I'll leave the rest to you gentlemen." Ji Xuanmo bowed humbly, displaying the utmost courtesy.
"Your Highness." The people in the hall bowed and refused, saying, "Your Highness's matter is our duty, how can we ask you for help?"
After exchanging a few words inside the hall until everyone had left, a cold smile suddenly appeared on Ji Xuanmo's face.
"Wild Blade?"
Hmph.
A dark mark appeared beneath his eyelids, slowly wriggling like a living thing.
"My dear niece, all these actions may not be useful. In the end, the outcome will be determined by strength."
Also, Ji Dongqing
Ji Xuanmo's gaze was cold, devoid of any warmth.
"Don't be too happy yet."
"Has the Mangdao made a statement?"
As news of Bi Cang spread, Ji Dongqing, who was stationed in the Martial Pavilion, also received news that Chen Ping'an had stepped forward to support Ji Shulan.
"As expected, he came to Bicang with a purpose."
Ji Dongqing had a heroic face, but his eyes held a hint of coldness.
The struggle for the throne is a matter of life and death. If Mang Dao comes forward to support Ji Shulan, then he is his enemy.
"I never imagined that my good granddaughter had already won over Mangdao. Old Yan is right, Mangdao is indeed not worth investing in. He appears indifferent on the surface, but in reality, he has already made his stance clear and is just waiting for the right opportunity."
"Your Highness is wise."
The old man beside him loudly praised, glancing at the silent middle-aged scholar, a hint of smugness flashing deep in his eyes.
As it turned out, his initial judgment was correct.
Mang Dao is indeed untrustworthy and not worth investing in.
He had already colluded with Ji Shulan, and no matter how hard they tried, it was useless. Instead, they exposed their own intentions, giving Ji Shulan more information to guard against.
"Your Highness, should we investigate the details?" the old man suggested.
"No need," Ji Dongqing waved his hand, refusing Elder Yan's suggestion.
"What's done is done, the details don't matter. There's a lot to do now, no need to waste energy."
As long as Baosha undergoes major repairs and stands with us, then other matters are not worth worrying about.
"Old Yan, the major repairs on Baosha are entrusted to you."
"Yes, Your Highness." The old man said loudly, glancing at the scholar out of the corner of his eye, trying to see what reaction he might get from his face, but unfortunately, he saw nothing.
"By the way, while we don't need to expend too much energy on the Mangdao, we still need to keep a close eye on Ji Shulan. This matter..." Ji Dongqing turned to the middle-aged scholar beside him: "I'll leave that to you, sir."
"Yes, Your Highness." The middle-aged scholar calmly and respectfully acknowledged the matter.
"And also, Ji Xuanmo." Ji Dongqing made all the assignments, preparing for the final big picture.
The middle-aged scholar stood aside, listening quietly.
On the matter of the Mangdao (a type of weapon), his opinion differed from the others.
Since Mang Dao is willing to step forward and express his support for Ji Shulan, it means that Mang Dao is someone who can be won over.
This also proves that his judgment that day was correct.
If in the past, following his advice and making every effort to recruit the Mangdao, then today the Mangdao are supporting His Highness.
In this way, Your Highness's prestige will be further enhanced.
However, it's too late to say all this now.
Since it's already too late, it's better not to say anything.
Looking at the ambitious and self-satisfied prince before him, a hint of worry crept into the middle-aged scholar's heart.
He always felt that His Highness relied too much on Baosha Daxiu, and all arrangements were made around him.
If the situation becomes unstable, then
The middle-aged scholar felt a chill run down his spine and quickly stopped having inappropriate thoughts.
Since we have become the ruler, we should devote ourselves wholeheartedly to serving him.
What he needs to do now is to do his best to fulfill His Highness's arrangements.
"By the way, how are our people scattered in various places doing now, the ones we were supposed to bring back?"
"Your Highness, they are already on their way back. The first batch should arrive in the next few days."
"Okay, there's more."
Within the Martial Pavilion, voices rang out, proclaiming the determination of its master to succeed.
Within the city of Bi Cang, peace and tranquility prevailed, a scene of prosperity and grandeur. Yet, beneath this prosperous facade, undercurrents surged, with various factions simultaneously making meticulous preparations.
In private settings, various forms of competition and rivalry abound. Some have even escalated to the point of fierce confrontation.
Within the Bi Cang Prince's Mansion, the system was in operation, and people at all levels had different thoughts. They were all caught in the middle, watching where this long-standing bloodline fiefdom would ultimately lead.
All the candidates are putting in their best efforts, and it's not just the three frontrunners who are involved; other candidates favored by different factions are also participating.
No one would easily give up on something like this, even if there's only a one in ten thousand chance.
Everyone has a chance until the final result is announced.
The closer the moment gets, the more tense everyone becomes. Years of planning will all come together and explode just before the result is revealed.
In such circumstances, a sudden event struck everyone like a thunderbolt, leaving them dazzled and bewildered.
hum~
Inside the Qingchi Courtyard, Chen Ping'an's eyes shone brightly, and a faint blue light swirled around his body.
His immense spiritual power precisely locked onto the darkening rim of the jar before him, controlling every minute detail.
Until a certain moment, his eyes flashed with a sharp light, and his soul trembled.
Wow~
The jar was boiling vigorously, as if steam was rising from it.
"It's done!"
Chen Ping'an's eyes lit up with joy, and his gaze suddenly sharpened as he poured the liquid from the large double-eared urn into a vessel he had prepared beforehand.
"Including the previous ones, this is the tenth! The amount of basic supplies is barely enough."
In a few days, Chen Ping'an refined several more portions of the Hundred Poisons Water. With all the additions, he was able to make a preliminary attempt to refine it for use in the Deep Sea Pearl.
In addition, some cold water has also accumulated, and the two can be mixed together.
Although it is only a tiny fraction of the deep sea, it can still produce remarkable effects if used properly.
After storing all the poisons, Chen Ping'an's eyes flashed slightly, and a panel appeared.
hum~
Name: Chen Ping'an
Realm: Celestial Realm 3 - Hidden Radiance Realm (Void and Stillness)
武学：青阳血炼法大成（0/38400）、颠鸾倒凤·阴阳枢入门（2285/8640）、三分归元真卷小成（759/15360）、无相自在法（残篇）小成（0/15360）、广寒剑法（三式）圆满、狂雷刀法圆满、太虚御风步圆满、七绝禁法圆满.
Secret Techniques: Soul Suppression Technique, Soul Guiding Technique, Butterfly Dream Bewitching Technique, Illusionary Eye
Chen Ping'an's gaze swept across the panel, lingering for a moment on the numbers behind the Three-Part Return to Origin True Scroll, before turning his eyes to the Seven Absolute Forbidden Techniques.
After advancing in his cultivation and achieving the Great Cultivation Realm, his understanding of the power of heaven and earth became increasingly profound. With the enhancement of his spiritual realm, the mysteries that he had already grasped in the past now had a different interpretation upon careful consideration.
Under such circumstances, he demonstrated exceptional speed in perfecting the Seven Forbidden Techniques.
With this in mind, it's probably not far off that his deeper vision for the Seven Forbidden Techniques will come to fruition.
Chen Ping'an was overjoyed. His cultivation had been going very smoothly these past few days, with repeated progress and his foundation increasing rapidly.
After the white bone puppet, the Yin Jade Bone Wings, and other items were in place, he even doubted whether he could compete with that top-tier Grandmaster.
"Proceeding in an orderly and steady manner!"
Chen Ping'an's eyes flickered, and the panel in front of him disappeared.
Just as he began researching and refining the ingredients, initially adding the Hundred Poisons Water and Cold Water to the Deep Sea Pearl, a special envoy from the Bi Cang County Prince's Mansion arrived at the foot of Yunxu Mountain. (End of Chapter)