The Cangxuan Secret Scripture involves a special method of circulating energy through the meridians, reversing their flow to stimulate hidden potential, thereby temporarily boosting one’s strength.
Such secret manuals typically come with side effects.
The Cangxuan Secret Scripture, in particular, causes damage to the meridians, with side effects far greater than those of the Slaughter Heaven Killing Seal that Lin Yun had previously studied.
Of course, with Lin Yun’s physical strength, he had long been able to ignore the side effects of the Slaughter Heaven Killing Seal.
The Cangxuan Secret Scripture is divided into five levels: First Cangxuan, Second Cangxuan, Third Cangxuan, Fourth Cangxuan, and Fifth Cangxuan.
The higher the level cultivated, the greater the boost to strength, but the more severe the side effects on the meridians.
“Let’s begin.”
After digesting the contents of the Cangxuan Secret Scripture, Lin Yun started cultivating.
Comprehending the Cangxuan Secret Scripture wasn’t difficult; the challenge was whether one’s body could withstand the consequences of reversing the meridians’ flow.
A day later, Lin Yun successfully mastered the First Cangxuan.
“Cangxuan Secret Scripture, First Cangxuan!”
Lin Yun attempted to activate it.
Golden light instantly surged from his body, and his aura received an immediate boost.
After running it for a moment, Lin Yun stopped.
The longer it was activated, the greater the pressure on the meridians. For those unable to endure, continuing past their limit could lead to their meridians bursting.
However, during this brief test, Lin Yun didn’t feel much discomfort.
The pressure from the First Cangxuan on his meridians was negligible.
Lin Yun’s Indestructible Divine Body was not to be trifled with, and his meridians were exceptionally resilient.
If he couldn’t handle this level of pressure, how could it be called an Indestructible Divine Body?
“However, the boost from the First Cangxuan doesn’t feel as strong as the Slaughter Heaven Killing Seal in its perfect state,” Lin Yun remarked.
While secret manuals vary in rank, their effectiveness depends on the level of mastery.
For instance, a true saint-level manual mastered only at its first level wouldn’t be as powerful as a fully mastered saint-level manual.
“Continue.”
After testing the First Cangxuan, Lin Yun resumed cultivation, starting on the Second Cangxuan.
The cultivation of the Second Cangxuan went smoothly as well, taking only three days for Lin Yun to master it.
“The power of the Second Cangxuan is slightly stronger than the Slaughter Heaven Killing Seal in its perfect state,” Lin Yun concluded after testing it.
This meant the Third Cangxuan’s power would significantly surpass the Slaughter Heaven Killing Seal.
“Keep going!”
Determined, Lin Yun began cultivating the Third Cangxuan.
As long as his meridians could withstand it, Lin Yun was confident he could master the Third Cangxuan without issue.
Ten days later, he successfully achieved the Third Cangxuan.
Lin Yun still felt that the side effects on his meridians from the Third Cangxuan were well within his tolerance.
Thus, he began cultivating the Fourth Cangxuan…
And so, Lin Yun progressed through the Cangxuan Secret Scripture, reaching the Fifth Cangxuan.
In other words, Lin Yun had fully mastered the Cangxuan Secret Scripture.
“Let’s test its effects!”
“Cangxuan Secret Scripture, Fifth Cangxuan!”
As Lin Yun activated it, a powerful aura surged from within him.
The pressure on his meridians from the Fifth Cangxuan was immense, even causing Lin Yun to feel a stinging sensation in his meridians.
However, he could just barely endure it, though the Fifth Cangxuan couldn’t be sustained for too long.
But the effects of the Fifth Cangxuan were far superior to the Slaughter Heaven Killing Seal.
“That’s enough.”
Lin Yun stood and left the One Thought Clarity Tower.
This period of seclusion had brought tremendous improvements for Lin Yun.
Not only had he reached the Heavenly Realm, but he had also learned the Qingxia Sword Technique and fully mastered the Cangxuan Secret Scripture.
With these achievements, Lin Yun felt much more confident about venturing into the Border Mountains again.
“Now that I’ve reached the First Heavenly Realm, it’s time to plan for further advancement through demon hunting,” Lin Yun murmured.
After reaching the Heavenly Realm, there were still two paths to progress: demon hunting or relying on Haoyue Crystals or absorbing the Hao Qi from the heavens and earth.
The resources required in the Heavenly Realm were undoubtedly vast, whether through demon hunting or Haoyue Crystals, the quantities needed were staggering.
Next, Lin Yun left his room.
However, before heading out to hunt demons, there was one matter Lin Yun needed to resolve.
After leaving the camp, Lin Yun headed straight to Elder Li’s courtyard.
In the courtyard, Lin Yun spoke, “Your subordinate Lin Yun has come to pay respects to Elder Li.”
Moments later, Elder Li emerged from a room and walked into the courtyard.
“How has your progress been recently?” Elder Li asked as he approached.
“Reporting to Elder Li, I have stepped into the Heavenly Realm,” Lin Yun replied.
“Oh? You reached the Heavenly Realm so quickly?” Elder Li seemed somewhat surprised.
“Your subordinate used the Saint Underworld Fruit, relying on its aid to comprehend, which shortened the time to reach the Heavenly Realm,” Lin Yun explained.
“Even so, your breakthrough speed is impressive. Since you’ve reached the Heavenly Realm, you can be promoted to Heavenly Fire General. I’ll instruct someone to deliver the Heavenly Fire General’s armour and appointment to your Cold Fiend Army,” Elder Li said.
He continued, “How is your progress with the Qingxia Sword Technique?”
“I’ve reached the eighth style,” Lin Yun replied.
“You’ve already mastered the eighth style?” Elder Li was taken aback again.
“Yes, Elder Li,” Lin Yun nodded.
“It seems your talent in swordsmanship is remarkable,” Elder Li couldn’t help but praise.
Looking at Lin Yun, he asked, “Now that you’ve reached the Heavenly Realm, I’ll continue to secure resources for you. Tell me, what do you need now?”
“Elder Li, I came today with a matter to discuss,” Lin Yun said.
“What is it? Speak freely,” Elder Li gestured with a light wave of his sleeve.
Lin Yun paused for two seconds before saying, “Elder Li probably knows that I come from another star realm. There is a latent crisis in my star realm. Now that I’ve reached the Heavenly Realm, I’d like to return to resolve this issue.”
