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Chapter 305 - 0210 Dragon and Tiger Taoist Body (3k for monthly ticket and subscription)

Chapter 305: 0210 Dragon and Tiger Taoist Body (3k for monthly ticket and subscription)

Boom!

The deep resonant sound of the Yellow Bell and the Grand Lusheng suddenly woke Lu Chenzhou.

He gazed at the signboard, his spirit shook to its core, beyond measure.

"This was left by Zhang, Heavenly Master of the Great Yu..."

Whether it was high school or Martial Arts University, "The Martial Arts History of Da Xia" was a mandatory course. History is a mirror, through which one could understand gains and losses. This was true in politics and even more so in Martial Arts.

Lu Chenzhou was fairly good at history.

To his knowledge,

before the new Da Xia, there were dozens of dynasties, large and small, spread over tens of thousands of years... Princes and generals, temples and the world, the struggle never ended.

The Great Yu Dynasty was an era of Martial Arts greatness.

The dynasty began in 3000 BC, a history that spans over five thousand years. At this time, Martial Arts went through thousands of years of development, finally breaking the fourth shackles.

The first person in human history to break through forth was Zhang, Heavenly Master from Dragon and Tiger Mountain. He studied the ancients and the present, preached unto the heavens, had mastery over Alchemy Dao and the Gold Stone Skill, and finally at the ripe old age of 200, he broke the fourth shackles and stepped into what is today known as the Grandmaster Realm.

Of course, back then, they referred to him as "Land Immortal."

After the Heavenly Master broke the path, other world giants limited by the Third Realm and heads of the Three Religions, all broke through the fourth shackles one after another, achieving the title of Land Immortal. At its peak, eight Martial Arts Grandmasters dominated the world, known as the "Eight Immortals of Great Yu."

A hundred years later,

before the Heavenly Master was about to pass away, he still could not see any hope for the Fifth Realm. Out of desperation, he tried everything, exhausted all Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures, spent his entire life’s cultivation, and finally created a furnace of pills that shocked the heavens and made devils weep.

This was the "Golden Core" mentioned by the Heavenly Master.

The day the pill was made, miraculous signs appeared.

After taking the pill, the Heavenly Master soared as if ascending to the heavens, his aura reaching new heights, but like a fleeting blossom, it quickly faded, and the Heavenly Master still failed to ascend.

Not even his unmatched wisdom could guarantee success.

This is what the history books had recorded.

Lu Chenzhou did not expect to witness all this again on the signboard of the Heavenly Master Hall and to grasp some extraordinary information.

"Did the Heavenly Master foresee but a fragment of the future?"

Zhang, Heavenly Master of Dragon and Tiger, ancestor Zhang of Wudang, the Shaolin Ancestor, Ling Kong Shangren, and other predecessors seemed to have lower cultivation than many strong individuals today, but that was limited by the era.

Any one of these people, placed in today’s world, would be marvels that startle the eternal ages, possessing absolute peak stature. Their wisdom has penetrated through ancient and modern times.

Certain prophecies left by these individuals often signaled the direction of future eras, far more accurate than some creation prophecies from Western sects.

"Brother Lu, did you see it too?"

Chen Yuan’s words brought Lu Chenzhou back from his reverie.

Lu Chenzhou nodded.

It’s not only him who could see it. Once one’s Martial Arts Will reaches a certain strength, it’s possible to percept such things in a way akin to communicating with the Heavenly Heart Mark. He felt his understanding of Fist Theory had improved, and he could now see the nearby Fourth Realm.

This trip to Dragon and Tiger Mountain was worthwhile.

Chen Yuan said,

"The Heavenly Master, the Dragon King... extraordinary individuals who reached the Absolute Peak in ancient and modern times, they all saw much that ordinary people cannot predict. Because they stood at the pinnacle of eras, their perspective was incredibly broad, towering over a hundred-story building."

Lu Chenzhou said,

"Only by transcending beyond the era can one step out of the Three Realms, not be bound by the Five Elements, and glimpse the scenery beyond the vast world of dust. This journey was worth it."

Chen Yuan laughed,

"That’s good. The main reason I brought you to visit was to see this signboard. Ancient objects containing the Dao Yun of extraordinary individuals are rare treasures indeed. If Brother Lu has time, you could visit Wudang, Qingcheng, Kunlun... tour all of the top Martial Universities, seek ancient victories, and perhaps you will find unexpected joys."

Lu Chenzhou gave a slight nod.

Chen Yuan continued,

"Let’s continue the tour, the Heavenly Master Mansion is vast."

Led by Chen Yuan, Lu Chenzhou visited the Jade Emperor Hall, the Imperial Decree Pavilion, the Ganoderma Garden... He calmed his mind, gleaning from the ancient buildings the essence of history.

Martial Arts was never about working in isolation.

Why did erstwhile recluses wander the world, explore mountains, and seek the Dao? Fundamentally, it was to find Martial Arts Imprints left unintentionally by Martial Arts strongmen.

These are also a kind of spiritual power that travels through time and space.

After the tour, Lu Chenzhou reaped a bountiful harvest.

Chen Yuan accompanied him to the mountain gate.

"Brother Lu, we shall meet again."

"If you ever return to Su City, you must tell me."

Chen Yuan was a friend Lu Chenzhou treasured.

At this moment,

three figures dressed in Dragon and Tiger Daoist robes approached surrounded by a crowd of people, all exuding the aura of Martial Artists, seemingly about 20 years of age.

The leader had a face like polished jade, his gaze calm and detached, so ethereal as if he lived in another world, and his handsome appearance made Lu Chenzhou look again.

"What a splendid youth... truly worthy of being a Dragon and Tiger Daoist."

He could not help but admire sincerely.

The last person to earn such praise from him was the university chancellor’s wife.

This youth was none other than "Ziyunzi, Zhang Lingmiao," in the same age group as Lu Chenzhou. He became a Martial Artist at 16 and had attained the title of Dragon and Tiger Daoist beforehand. Since then, although Dragon and Tiger Mountain has seen the emergence of three more Daoists, everyone recognized that none were as strong as Zhang Lingmiao, only the tallest among short men.

There were gaps even among Daoists.

Just like the chief of Dragon City, even now, the most talked about were the two twin stars, Li Ao and Wang Xian, who emerged from nowhere.

Those who became chief afterwards paled in comparison to them.

It was unknown what cultivation level Zhang Lingmiao had attained now. His Qi Po was calm and restrained, and Lu Chenzhou, an Initial Realm Martial Artist, could not perceive it, only knowing that he was stronger than himself.

"He’s probably in the End Realm... or even stronger."

Lu Chenzhou passed by Zhang Lingmiao, and this Dragon and Tiger Daoist did not glance sideways, yet his eyes reflected purple light, mirroring... the visage of Lu Chenzhou.

Zhang Lingmiao ascended the mountain.

As he passed by Chen Yuan, Chen Yuan greeted,

"Has the Dragon and Tiger Daoist returned from his travels?"

Zhang Lingmiao glanced aside and gave a slight nod.

"I just came down from the mountain after slaying a Great Void... the Western River has been unsettled recently, and the Southern Border’s 100,000 Great Mountains are suspected to have a Grade Four junction appearing. Crane Sword Real Man has gone to guard and slay demons. During this period, it would be best for Brother Chen to descend the mountain less frequently, and to become a Martial Artist at the earliest."

"Understood."

"Is the person who just left the chief of Dragon City?"

"Yes."

"I heard that Ouyang Qing was defeated by him."

Chen Yuan paused, then said,

"Yes."

Zhang Lingmiao didn’t say much and led his team away.

"Lu Chenzhou..."

After the Dragon and Tiger Daoist left, Chen Yuan slightly relaxed.

The oppressive force of this person was scarier than some Martial Arts Masters.

It wasn’t about his strength being superior, but rather his intangible aura.

Among the Martial Artists, Chen Yuan’s father was a Middle Realm expert.

However, in terms of presence, he wasn’t nearly as imposing as Zhang Lingmiao.

"The Dragon and Tiger Taoist Body... the legendary successor of the Heavenly Master."

Within the Daoist community, the Martial Bone Dao Embryo is referred to as the Taoist Body. There are many types of Taoist Bodies, but the most upper level, without a doubt, is the once-in-a-millennium "Dragon and Tiger Taoist Body."

A Taoist Body is born in harmony with the Dao.

Both comprehension and root bone are of the Heavenly Person’s stature.

...

In front of the Jade Emperor Hall’s training ground,

Ouyang Qing bandaged his wound as Ouyang Rong said with distress,

"Alas, it was really an accident without fault."

Ouyang Qing said,

"I am inferior in skill. Although I broke through several months earlier than Lu Chenzhou, my strength fell to the Lower Grade... The scariest thing is that he didn’t even use his spear."

"Brother, he’s not skilled with the spear. That was just for show."

A figure approached; it was Zhang Lingmiao.

The Ouyang brothers hurriedly straightened up and paid their respects.

Zhang Lingmiao asked,

"How are your injuries?"

Ouyang Qing laughed and said,

"It’s a minor injury. Brother Lu held back, or else my heart would have been gouged out."

Zhang Lingmiao placed his hand on Ouyang Qing’s chest, and a noble purple light that was indescribable emerged. Ouyang Qing watched his wound slowly heal and murmured,

"Daoist, don’t waste your Dragon and Tiger Power. I’m really fine."

Such purple power couldn’t be cultivated by just any Martial Artist from the Dragon and Tiger Academy, only those with the Dragon and Tiger Taoist Body could nurture it.

Zhang Lingmiao withdrew his hand, his complexion slightly pale.

He said,

"It’s alright. Down the mountain, it’s not very peaceful. The school will soon organize a large-scale demon-purging mission. It’s best not to have any wounds and to maintain prime condition."

Ouyang Qing bowed,

"Thank you, Daoist!"

Another reason for Zhang Lingmiao’s high prestige was his charitable nature.

Strong in ability, stronger in character and handsome to boot, flawless.

Who wouldn’t love such a person?

At least, his younger brother Ouyang Rong was completely in awe.

Before he left, Zhang Lingmiao said,

"The Void Blade that Lu Chenzhou carries is not ordinary... It’s a Divine Weapon."

Owners of the Dragon and Tiger Taoist Body are born divine and mysterious.

Zhang Lingmiao had even cultivated the Daoist method of seeing energy, "Insights into Reality."

His eye power was like the eyes of a ghost or god.

Ouyang Qing was shocked, his face flush with embarrassment.

"He had a Divine Weapon and did not use it... Even if he’s unfamiliar with spear skills, relying on the power of the Divine Weapon, he could easily break through my Advanced Protective Suit, even severing the Tiger Spirit."

He gazed at the receding figure of the Dragon and Tiger Daoist.

"In six years, it will be the All Nations Martial Arts Competition..."

He was looking forward to it, the day when top Martial Arts University leaders would meet in Huangshan.

Just like in the times of the Great Yu.

The Eight Immortals crossing the sea, each displaying their divine talents.

...

In an ancient village by the Xijiang River.

This was where Lu Chenzhou used the Divine Weapon to slay a demon.

In the river overgrown with aquatic plants that meandered eastward, the police, using high-tech means along with Martial Artists, sure enough, found some more juvenile human-eyed tadpole creatures.

After these demons were killed, the police left.

Some time later, an emerald-coloured figure swam to an underwater cave using a frog-like stroke. It was humanoid, with limbs like those of a frog.

Its bulging eyes whirled around.

His nest of tadpoles hidden here had been eradicated by people. It was alright for the normal tadpoles, but among them was a near fully developed Seven-eyed Tadpole.

If it had matured, it would’ve been a force to be reckoned with for a Martial Artist.

"Damn it... How dare you touch the Divine Child Sect’s possession!"

The figure’s eyes turned blood red as if a halo of blood was spreading.

He chanted strange spells, praying to the gods.

"Tadpoles seeking kin, clams worshiping the moon!"

"Chang Palace above, assist my divine skills!"

Pfft.

Two illusory blood-colored tadpoles wriggled out from his pupils.

The bloodshot eyes returned to normal, filled with deep resentment.

"Go, find your... mother."

The small tadpoles wiggled their tails, turned into water upon contact, and vanished without a trace.

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