"Heavenly Purity Qi Guiding Method."
Lin Sheng opened his eyes and murmured, sensing the information pouring into his mind from the jade slip.
"As expected of something from a Great Grandmaster, the value of this secret technique is definitely not low."
A hint of emotion appeared on his face.
At this moment, he had memorized the entire secret technique.
He also had a certain understanding of this secret technique.
This was a secret technique capable of concealing one's aura; although it couldn't directly increase combat power, its grade was very high, and according to the effects described, it was also extraordinary.
Especially its ability to clear Grandmaster auras and the so-called resentment, which was exactly what he needed most right now.
He had already basically understood the Grandmaster aura and resentment mentioned by Tang Zhong.
A Grandmaster Martial Artist's Bloodline has basically completely integrated with their main body, or to be precise, they have transformed their muscles, Bloodline, meridians, etc., to perfectly conform to their Yao Beast Bloodline.
At this stage, they can fully unleash the power of their Bloodline Vicious Beast.
It's like an enhanced version of an ancestral Bloodline, constantly maintaining its Peak state without needing to revert to it.
To some extent, a Grandmaster can be considered a humanoid Vicious Beast.
And an extremely terrifying Vicious Beast at that.
Their flesh and blood will possess their unique aura, and once contaminated, it can last for a long time.
Therefore, major powers often use the aura of Grandmaster experts to create various targeted tracking methods.
If a Grandmaster meets an unfortunate end, they can use this to track down the killer.
As for the so-called resentment, unlike Grandmaster aura, it is something that acts on the Mental Energy level.
Martial Artists at the Grandmaster Realm possess quite powerful Mental Energy, and even after death, a certain amount of their mental will can remain.
And these mental remnants are resentment.
Lin Sheng immediately thought of why Rashid had targeted him after killing Saint Kamura.
It was most likely due to this so-called mental remnant; after all, the Tianluo Sect's secret techniques were bizarre, and it was not impossible for them to achieve this.
With the confusion in his mind resolved, Lin Sheng immediately began cultivating this Heavenly Purity Qi Guiding Method.
The cultivation difficulty of this secret technique was not low, and its conditions were quite stringent, especially the extremely high demands on Mental Energy strength.
However, for him, it was still within an acceptable range.
His current Mental Energy strength was already comparable to a Divine Form Peak Martial Artist.
After one day, he had already gained an initial understanding of this secret technique.
If he wanted to master it, it would probably take some more time.
But gaining initial understanding was enough; after that, he could already check for any possible auras and imprints on his body.
He thoroughly checked his entire body, and only after confirming that there were no abnormalities did he finally relax.
And at this moment, someone came to visit.
In the room, Lin Sheng's face showed respect as he looked at the strong figure opposite him.
"Junior greets Supreme General Huyan."
"Dispense with it."
Huyan Ji looked at Lin Sheng, a strange look in his eyes, and after sizing him up, he finally spoke.
"The matter with Weiya was our military's mistake. What I promised you before still stands. I have already contacted Donghai Prefecture, and coincidentally, there is a royal family member there. Once you arrive in Donghai, someone will naturally seek you out."
"Thank you, Supreme General Huyan."
Lin Sheng cupped his hands in another bow.
"Alright, when do you plan to leave?"
"I'll leave today."
"Do you need me to send someone to escort you to Beihai?" Huyan Ji said calmly.
"Thank you for Your Generous offer, but there's no need. Junior already has arrangements."
"Very well. The Tianluo Sect is finished, so no one should target you anymore."
Huyan Ji nodded, his gaze still fixed on Lin Sheng, a strange expression on his face.
After speaking, Huyan Ji, busy with military affairs, did not stay long.
Watching his figure disappear into the distance.
Lin Sheng's eyes flickered.
From the other party's words and attitude, it seemed he still didn't know that Lu Qing was killed by him.
Clearly, Tang Zhong had helped him conceal it.
This would save him a lot of trouble.
This Great Grandmaster had no ill intentions towards him, but that didn't mean other Grandmasters wouldn't be indifferent if they found out.
"It's better to leave early."
Muttering to himself, Lin Sheng no longer lingered.
However, after only the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, a plain-clothed figure had already left Jushi City with a departing caravan.
It wasn't until he had traveled dozens of miles, extending his perception to its maximum, and confirmed that no one was paying attention, that he finally shook off the caravan and plunged into the mountain forest.
At this moment, on the top of a low hill with dense vegetation, a hundred miles outside Jushi City.
A figure stood with hands clasped behind his back, gazing into the distance, staring at the majestic city in his line of sight.
The figure was slender, dressed in black, with a rugged face, constantly toying with a black jade stone in his hand.
A faint glow emanated from the black jade, flickering on and off, seemingly on the verge of extinguishing at any moment.
Suddenly, a wisp of breeze swept past behind him, and another black-clad figure appeared out of thin air.
"How are things?"
"Lu Qing's Xuanbird aura has completely disappeared; it must have been erased."
The rugged-faced man in black shook his head slightly and spoke slowly.
"Since that's the case, let's go back, lest that old fellow Tang Zhong notice. It would be more trouble than it's worth then."
"So be it."
After a brief exchange, the two figures vanished from the low hill.
Southern Qi military camp.
Huyan Ji went straight to Tang Zhong's residence.
Seeing his elder brother brewing tea, he couldn't help but ask,
"Big Brother, this kid Lin Sheng's talent is indeed extraordinary, but is it really necessary to have Lingyu Princess make a trip to Beihai?"
Huyan Ji's face showed a hint of confusion and surprise, seemingly not understanding the meaning of Tang Zhong's action.
But soon, he seemed to realize something and spoke with some hesitation,
"Big Brother, you're not thinking of pairing Lingyu Princess with this kid... How is that possible!? That girl Lingyu's temperament and vision would absolutely not..."
"That kid's talent is stronger than you imagine, and by a lot."
Tang Zhong picked up the boiling teapot, poured himself a cup, and said unhurriedly.
"No matter how strong he is, how strong can he be!?"
Huyan Ji frowned and said.
"Looking at the entire Southern Qi, no one of the younger generation can compare to him. Perhaps, to be more precise, even adding Northern Yan, it's still the same."
Tang Zhong's next words left Huyan Ji stunned.
"Even I, back then, felt ashamed of my inferiority."
"Even you, Big Brother, feel ashamed of your inferiority, just because of that kid!?"
Huyan Ji's eyes widened, his face full of surprise.
"Do you know the clear cause of Lu Qing's death?"
Tang Zhong asked softly.
"I've already sent people to investigate. Also, I'm preparing to contact Dark Star to see which Dark Star Envoy has arrived in Southern Qi."
Huyan Ji raised an eyebrow and said.
"No need to waste your energy. Lu Qing died at that kid's hands."
"Died at that kid's hands!! Big Brother, he's only in the Bone Transformation Realm. How could Lu Qing, a dignified Grandmaster, be defeated by a Junior, no matter how useless he is!!?"
Huyan Ji's subconscious reaction was that it was impossible.
He only felt that Tang Zhong was joking, but looking at the other party's calm eyes, he still reluctantly accepted the fact.
He only felt his throat dry, and taking a few steps forward, he also poured himself a cup of tea and gulped it down.
"Alright, I will write a letter to Jing Emperor. This is my intention. Whether it succeeds or not is for them to decide. Also, regarding that kid's cultivation, do not leak it for now."
Looking at Huyan Ji's astonished expression, Tang Zhong showed a faint smile.
"You, ah, your cultivation hasn't made any progress these past few years. How dense were that kid's Xuanbird aura and resentment, and you didn't even notice..."
Until he walked out of the tent, Huyan Ji was still somewhat dazed.
"Bones Transformation Realm killing a Grandmaster!?"
If it weren't for his elder brother saying it himself, he would never have believed it.
"Hoo... This kid really is..."
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Southern Qi Central Imperial City.
Within the majestic and solemn Imperial City.
Yingwu Courtyard.
In the vast courtyard, as gusts of wind sounded.
A large number of leaves in the courtyard seemed to be drawn, enveloped by an invisible force, and gathered in mid-air.
Forming a giant yellow Dragon made of countless leaves.
At a glance, it was dozens of feet long, lifelike, in a posture of roaring up to the sky.
At that moment, a low Dragon roar actually sounded from within it.
In the center of the courtyard, a tall woman dressed in a practice uniform had her eyes tightly closed, her long sword dancing, and as the sword's edge pointed, the yellow Dragon in mid-air also followed closely.
Suddenly, the woman's eyes snapped open, and she turned, pointing her long sword towards one side of the courtyard.
An old woman, whose figure was also slightly stooped, had appeared in the courtyard at some unknown time.
The giant yellow Dragon let out a Dragon roar, opened its huge mouth, and its massive body, carrying the might of the heavens, charged straight towards the old woman.
The old woman raised a Dragon-headed staff in her hand and slowly pointed it, striking the yellow Dragon's head directly.
Space and time seemed to pause for a moment.
Immediately, the giant yellow Dragon began to collapse from its head.
Until it completely turned into a ground covered with withered yellow leaves.
"Clap, clap, clap..."
"It seems the Princess's Grand Beginning Dragon Spirit Sword has improved again. Such talent among the royal family's peers is already unmatched!"
The old woman clapped her hands lightly, a relieved smile on her face.
"In this old woman's opinion, Princess, you will likely enter the ranks of Grandmaster within 30 years."
"Granny Shi, you jest. The Grandmaster Realm is not that easy to Breakthrough."
The woman in the practice uniform now stood with her sword sheathed, shaking her head and saying calmly.
"Granny Shi, is there something you need to discuss by coming here while I'm practicing?"
She knew very well that the other party usually wouldn't disturb her during practice unless it was something important.
"His Majesty is looking for the Princess. He is waiting for you in the Grand Beginning Hall."
The old woman said with a smile.
"Is it Royal Uncle? I understand."
A hint of surprise appeared on the woman's face.
Half an hour later.
Grand Beginning Hall.
Lingyu Princess walked out, her brows slightly furrowed, a hint of displeasure on her face.
"To have this Princess go to Donghai Prefecture?"
"Granny Shi, go investigate that kid named Lin Sheng. I want all his information."
Behind her, the old woman nodded and quickly disappeared.
Not long after, in Yingwu Courtyard.
Lingyu put down the documents in her hand, her gaze sweeping over the portrait.
It was a face with sharp features and a strong profile. It was none other than Lin Sheng.
"Dark Star Blazing Star Envoy, a Disciple of the Green Robe Divine Lord who once shook the world. He does have some background, but that's all it is."
Lingyu's eyes were calm, she shook her head slightly, flicked her finger, and the portrait in front of her shattered.
"From what Father Emperor implied, it seems he intends to arrange a match between me and this person."
"What!?"
At this moment, the old woman beside her frowned, speaking with some surprise.
"Although Dark Star has some power, he's merely a Blazing Star Envoy, not even having stepped into Divine Form. How could he be worthy of Your Highness? Even if that Green Robe Divine Lord's cultivation was extraordinary, that's ancient history now. As this old woman knows, this Divine Lord encountered problems in his cultivation, and who knows how many years he has left to live."
"How could His Majesty suddenly come up with such an absurd idea?"
As a royal Grandmaster, she could say she had watched Lingyu Princess grow up from a young age, step by step showcasing her extraordinary talent.
Although she was not the daughter of the current Jing Emperor, she was the daughter of Jing Emperor's closest brother. After that prince's early death, Jing Emperor almost treated Lingyu Princess as his own daughter.
With various rare resources for cultivation and Lingyu Princess's unparalleled talent combined, her cultivation progressed by leaps and bounds. At only twenty-five years old, she had already entered the Divine Form Realm.
It could be said that among the younger generation of the royal family, no one could surpass her.
With such status and talent, how could she suddenly be paired with a mere Dark Star Blazing Star Envoy who had not yet entered the Divine Form Realm?
"Why don't this old woman go see His Majesty and push this matter aside?"
Thinking of this, Granny Shi spoke in a deep voice, seemingly about to go see Jing Emperor to explain the matter.
"Not for now."
Lingyu Princess suddenly stopped her, shaking her head slightly.
"Although this child's cultivation has not yet entered Divine Form, according to his intelligence, he can be considered extraordinarily talented. Bone Transformation Realm defeating Divine Form is quite good."
"Being able to defeat Divine Form at Bone Transformation Realm is indeed extraordinary, but it's only relatively speaking. Among the Genius seeds in those top powers, it's not considered outstanding."
Upon hearing this, the old woman frowned and said.
"Your Highness, you don't have to be troubled. With this old woman's intervention, His Majesty will reconsider this matter."
Hearing this, Lingyu's face showed a slight smile.
"Granny Shi, rest assured, Royal Uncle wouldn't trouble me. He only mentioned it just now."
"It's been a long time since I've been out anyway. A trip to Donghai Prefecture would be good. I am somewhat curious about this child, after all, this matter, strictly speaking, is that person's intention."
"That person..."
Granny Shi's eyes narrowed slightly, her face full of surprise as she said.
"Your Highness, are you saying this matter is the God of War's intention!?"
She was inwardly startled.
She naturally knew that Great Grandmaster quite well.
He had always been calm, only enjoying brewing tea and painting, generally not concerning himself with other trivial matters.
Suddenly wanting to play matchmaker was truly intriguing.
"That's right. That person's letter just reached Royal Uncle, and this matter was his instruction. To be able to make this Great Grandmaster actively send a message, this child might have something unusual about him."
Lingyu's face showed a hint of interest.
"Whether he is a Dragon or a worm, I will know once I see him."
"Granny Shi, have someone prepare. We will depart for Donghai Prefecture tomorrow to meet this Dark Star Blazing Star Envoy."
Seeing this, Granny Shi said no more, responded, and her figure disappeared from the courtyard.