Chen Ping's Sword

When he had a conflict with someone and resisted the Seven-Colored Hall, his name was recorded on the Hidden Dragon List, it had only been a month’s time."

Shui Wuyan was full of amazement as she spoke: "Didn’t you hear? The speed of this person’s growth is simply astonishing. I, as the Commander, have seen many geniuses, but some people have practiced martial arts since childhood and being able to make it onto the Hidden Dragon List at the age of fifteen or sixteen is considered an impressive achievement.

But Chen Ping? In just one month, he’s traveled a path that takes many geniuses ten years of hard work. Since being recorded on the Hidden Dragon List, he’s been climbing, no, flying up a level every month. Now, with July’s heat, he’s traveled a path in half a year that others spend a lifetime on, reaching the Peak of Unity Realm."

"I absolutely do not believe that there is such an extraordinarily talented person in this world."

Shui Wuyan’s mouth curved into a slight smile.

"Unusual events always have strange causes. I’m certain that Chen Ping harbors an enormous secret."

"That’s right. If he were one of those legendary figures from the Ancient Great Confucian or the Daoist and Buddhist Sects, it might be possible to achieve such accomplishments in just half a year.

In those legendary stories, there are even instances of breaking into the Divine Martial Realm in a day and establishing a Dao Foundation in the time it takes to drink a cup of tea.

But no matter who they are, they’ve all become famous young, with profound understanding and vast knowledge, so that when they accumulate enough, one epiphany will allow them to rise to the top."

At this point, Tang Jue also understood.

No wonder, when he first heard the news, something felt off.

This is where the discrepancy lies.

Chen Ping seemed odd because, for the first sixteen years, he was just an ordinary person.

His academic skills were not high; he had attended private school for two years.

His martial arts weren’t good either; he was said to have farmed for two years.

The only commendable thing was that from a young age, he was kind-hearted and couldn’t stand seeing others suffer in front of him, and he could not hold onto silver coins.

It seems on several occasions, the East Sea Fairy Fubo’s activities were exposed due to Chen Ping’s unintentional kindness, which attracted enemies and caught the Government’s attention.

Overall, Chen Ping wasn’t anything noteworthy before age sixteen.

However, after turning sixteen and arriving at Xingqing Prefecture, especially after injuring his leg, he immediately soared to success, becoming unstoppable.

The transformation was so significant, it was as if he became a different person.

"A different person?"

Chi Mei’er also suddenly let out a small gasp.

"Isn’t it reminiscent of the signs of a legendary figure reincarnating and lifting the veil of ignorance from their past life?"

Shui Wuyan’s eyes flickered, and she took a deep breath.

"Often, those powerful individuals, before realizing their previous lives, are always unsuccessful and downcast. But once the dust settles, and they understand their essence, they fly like a dragon in the sky, unmatched."

"Yan Beifei seems to have seen through this, which is why he pivoted to gather forces and ally with various forces in Jiangnan to oppose Chen Ping. Although he hasn’t said anything, his actions already indicate that he sees himself not as Chen Ping’s match. Facing King Ping alone, he has no confidence in victory."

"Indeed, only such extraordinary figures can achieve rapid advancement in martial arts while being well-informed, strategic, and adept at governance and administration, all with unparalleled finesse."

Chi Mei’er, upon reflection, broke out in cold sweat.

Speaking of martial arts, suffice it to say, if the killing of Divine Master Duran was the battle that made him famous,

then the subsequent battle, where he defeated nine Grandmasters, already made him renowned worldwide. Whether others acknowledge it or not, he is already a martial arts titan of worldwide renown.

Unless a recluse Venerable from the Divine Martial Realm intervenes, who dares to underestimate him and claim victory over him?

One’s energy is always limited.

Given that Chen Ping’s combat power in martial arts is so extraordinarily unreasonable,

he should not also be highly knowledgeable in political strategy, military command, and civil administration.

These are entirely separate paths.

Even for a great genius, achieving half of his success in just one path would be remarkable.

Not only is he proficient in all, but he is also at the top tier in everything.

In terms of strategy, even Feng Yuantu from North Wen Mountain and South Yuan Map cannot gain any advantage.

In martial arts, the True Martial King Ji Changfeng, feared throughout Celestial South, can’t block more than three moves from him.

If he’s not an extraordinary talent, then who is?

"In this light, this person’s threat surpasses that of Yan Beifei.

Even if Yan Beifei pacified Jiangnan, and even attracted Southward intervention from the Nanli Court, what’s notable? Over the years, Ji Tang, that old specter, has excessively drained the Dynasty’s Destiny Refining Technique, damaging the foundation of the Central Plains.

And Ji Changshou has strayed onto a crooked path, foolishly attempting to gather a hundred Yin energies to face the sun, intending to use a Profound Yin female body as a furnace for condensing Dragon Qi—utterly ludicrous.

However, at this moment, he might be having wishful thinking, just hoping to extend his life without intending to advance too far in the martial path; he’s not a cause for concern.

Besides, even if their royal family relocated south and the military mobilized, it’s only just buying more time to live."

"On the other hand, Yan Beifei himself must not be lightly moved.

This person is a disciple of Venerable Yuxiao’s line, placed with great hopes. He is involved in the Shenxiao Sword Sect’s plans.

Venerable Yuxiao, as recorded in archives, was known as Master Yufeng a hundred years ago. It’s conceivable how unscrupulous and ruthlessly effective this person is; do not provoke if unnecessary.

Trust that he won’t dare attack a major official of our Great Zhou himself.

In the future, others will naturally restrain and handle him, so we need not concern ourselves."

"Therefore, in the Jiangnan territory, the greatest threat is Chen Ping. Since this person is presumed to be a reincarnated extraordinary talent, his actions cannot be judged by common sense. Our opportunity to act is a singular one, and it must be swift."

The implication of this was clear to Tang Jue, Chi Mei’er, and the others.

If the opponent indeed has a secret ace hidden away,

then they must not treat him merely as a peak Unity Realm Grandmaster.

We must be ever vigilant, lest he silently breaks through into the Divine Martial Realm.

If too much time passes,

with Chen Ping’s unparalleled combat power, once he breaks through the realm, the world may tremble thrice.

Then, who can stand against him?

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Chen Ping was unaware that two formidable forces were scheming against him.

But there’s no need for him to know, either.

The situation in Jiangnan is already very clear.

He is merely exploiting a time gap.

Before the True Martial King could react, and before all forces could respond, he directly eliminated the True Martial King Ji Changfeng, rushed overnight with his army to besiege Xionggcheng, and invaded the Vice Capital, Liiyang.

He accomplished a feat akin to a snake swallowing an elephant.

When Chen Ping led his troops into the city, the True Martial Royal Mansion had just received the news, and the heir of True Martial, Ji Xuanwu, and others, issued orders and sent riders to muster troops, with the messengers still on their way.

The six Chief Officials hadn’t even begun their duties yet.

The Chief Eunuch on guard duty had just climbed off his eighteenth concubine, about to order breakfast.

Dragon Soaring General Xie Daocheng was defeated by one move, flew thirty yards, and immediately bowed on the ground, referring to him as "Your Majesty."

In less than half an hour, the ancient capital city of Liiyang, all key nodes were already under King Ping’s Army’s control, and even the True Martial Royal Mansion had been directly breached. Ji Xuanwu only blocked two moves before being killed by Han Xiaoru with two sword strikes, and the rest surrendered.

The battle was set, decrees were issued to the Three Southeast Prefectures, with officials surrendering before the troops even arrived.

Chen Ping no longer had any plans to lead troops into another expedition.

This time, he had gained too much, to the point of discomforting excess.

Not because the Tribulation Value gained was substantial; in fact, conquering Liiyang City and controlling the Three Prefectures granted him only 216 Tribulation Points, hardly worth a glance.

What he valued was the expanded territory, which, after proper governance and arrangement, will yield a new wave of rapid growth in his Fortune.

Reaching the Divine Martial Realm, the gap in Tribulation Points is so vast that over two thousand more points are needed, unable to be gathered urgently.

He could only accumulate more Fortune, accelerating cultivation to save on the required Tribulation Points.

Of course, there’s another thing that needs to be dealt with promptly.

During the time of slaying the True Martial King Ji Changfeng, the Trace Origin and Steal Fortune talent activated, and not only did it activate, but the resulting light sphere was actually purple.

How could he deserve such? This prince who couldn’t withstand three moves from him managed to provide a purple outcome in terms of chance and destiny.

It’s worth noting, even the treasure sphere obtained from Tang Lin’er was merely gold.

It was enough to comprehend the path to the Divine Martial, and he had seized the opportunity of the Heaven-Reaching Tower.

So, what benefits could the True Martial King offer here?

Chen Ping dismissed those around him, found a quiet room, and could no longer restrain himself from checking his fortune.

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