Chapter 97

At the same time, an extremely overpowering aura surged forth abruptly, causing the entire house to tremble faintly as countless dust particles rained down.

Fortunately, the aura lasted only an instant, quickly receding into his body like a giant whale swallowing water.

"9th stage of Aperture Opening!"

A smile appeared on Meng Zhangqing's lips.

No wonder it is the Rank Three elixir, Jin Linzi Blood Elixir!

The medicinal power is indeed ferocious.

Combined with his Rank Two bone constitution!

The cultivation speed is simply like flying!

It would be even better if a few more elixirs were available.

However, elixirs possess drug resistance; the second dose will not yield such good results, and the effect will gradually diminish thereafter.

Taking a deep breath, Meng Zhangqing slowly rose to his feet.

At this moment, he was bare-chested, exuding immense pressure!

This is a change brought about by a massive increase in cultivation base; if it were a breakthrough to a higher realm, the effect would be even more obvious.

This is the pressure inherent to those with a formidable cultivation base.

Especially for those supreme existences; it is said that a single glance's pressure is enough to shatter mountains and cut off rivers!

"Now that the nine apertures are open, the next step is to merge the nine apertures, absorb the primordial qi of heaven and earth, gather it in the dantian, and unlock the secret treasure of the dantian sea!"

Meng Zhangqing's mind stirred slightly.

Nine light spots appeared on the surface of his body.

They were distributed across his four limbs and torso.

These are the major apertures of the human body.

The Tempered Meridian Realm unblocks the nine major meridians that were sealed.

The Aperture Opening Realm unblocks the nine major apertures that were sealed.

Afterwards, the nine meridians serve as bridges connecting the nine apertures, transforming them into a whole to unlock the secret treasure of the dantian sea!

Giving birth to true qi!

Therefore, there is still a short distance to go before reaching the Sea Opening Realm.

However, as long as there are sufficient resources, this path can be traversed very quickly.

Some of the medicinal power of the Jin Linzi Blood Elixir remains, but it is not enough to promote to the Sea Opening Realm.

Fortunately, the secret realm is about to open.

The missing items can be found within it.

"With my current strength, there is no worry about the journey to the secret realm."

Meng Zhangqing cracked his neck.

Black hair hung loose.

His muscular physique gave a powerful visual impact.

Before, he might not have dared to say this.

After all, there were bloodline bearers like the Shi brothers, as well as hidden geniuses from the Zong Sect.

But now...

His accumulated foundation is enough to flatten the gap here, even surpassing it!

He took a set of clean clothes from his storage ring and put them on.

Meng Zhangqing's temperament instantly became calm again.

What Kong Linxue had told him earlier, he had fully digested; during this period, besides cultivating, he had also been making plans in his mind.

Where he would go in the secret realm, and what he would obtain.

It could be said to be very clear.

Upon entering, he would head straight for the destination, wasting no time.

"I will promote to the Sea Opening Realm within the secret realm!"

Light appeared in Meng Zhangqing's eyes.

Once entering the Sea Opening Realm, one truly transcends the mundane!

A qualitative leap in strength!

He still vividly remembered the true qi power of Elder Feng before.

Furthermore, after stepping into the Sea Opening Realm, his status within the Zong Sect will rise to True Disciple!

With more benefits and privileges.

"Additionally, I must add more friends!"

A slight smile curled Meng Zhangqing's lips.

Such a grand gathering, having finally drawn out those geniuses who were in seclusion, how could one miss it?

After seeing the martial arts techniques in the Martial Arts Pavilion, he had become very eager for several of them.

The martial arts techniques of the seven meridians each have their own characteristics.

If they could be combined into one body.

To what terrifying level would the comprehensive strength rise?

What you know, I know; what you don't know, I still know!

Dong dong dong!

Suddenly, an ancient and deep bell sound rang out.

This is the Dao Bell of the Great Profound Xuan Sect.

It sounds only when something important occurs.

"Is the secret realm about to open?"

Meng Zhangqing picked up the sword beside him, fastened it to his waist, and stepped out of the room with one stride.

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Both secret realms are located deep within the Zong Sect.

They are merely in different positions.

The Mystic Clarity Realm is slightly closer.

Towering mountain peaks surround the area, piercing the clouds.

In the center lies a basin, which the Zong Sect has built into a massive plaza.

By now, many inner disciples have arrived.

Looking out, they are densely packed, nearly three thousand people.

These are three thousand Aperture Opening Realm martial artists.

Moreover, their ages are not high.

Any one of them sent out would be enough to establish a clan outside.

"Look quickly, it is Duan Hun of the Punishment Peak!"

Someone with sharp eyes saw a person walking slowly forward; those around immediately parted ways on their own.

The newcomer was tall and straight, wearing black tight-fitting clothes, with a cold face and an aura that kept strangers away.

In the Great Profound Xuan Sect, the Punishment Peak manages the sect rules; once someone breaks a rule, they are dealt with according to the regulations, truly iron-faced and ruthless!

It is said that even the Lianzhang Sect was punished by the Great Elder of the Punishment Peak.

Because of this, everyone keeps a respectful distance from the Punishment Peak.

Unlike other peaks.

The Sect Master Peak stopped accepting disciples long ago.

The Punishment Peak, however, has few.

This also makes the disciples of the Punishment Peak exceptionally powerful.

Because they accept only the elite among the elite!

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(I have to go on a business trip, so updates will be slightly fewer; I will add more updates to make up for it when I return! Begging for flowers, great ones!)