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Chapter 146: Pushing Towards Half-Step Nirvana
"Taiqing Sky Step, an advanced Creation-level martial technique…"
As he examined the jade slip in his hand, Lin Langtian's eyes lit up with excitement. This technique was not only high-level but also a rare form of body technique, or "movement skill," which was even harder to come by on the continent. In combat, having a strong movement skill could give one an unbeatable edge, especially in avoiding attacks. Many advanced Creation-level movement techniques were considered as powerful as some attack-based spirit martial arts.
For Lin Langtian, despite his impressive physical strength and combat skills, speed and agility were still weak points. With the Taiqing Sky Step, he would undoubtedly elevate his overall battle prowess.
He also remembered that in the original timeline, Lin Dong had obtained a fragmentary version of the Taiqing Sky Step, given to him by an elder. However, it was only an incomplete version, and only an eighth-tier martial art. But now, Lin Langtian held the complete, advanced Creation-level version in his hands—a significant gain.
With a slight smile, he closed his eyes and focused, letting his spirit energy flow into the jade slip to absorb all the knowledge it held. Moments later, Lin Langtian opened his eyes, filled with newfound admiration for the technique. The Taiqing Sky Step, unique to the Nine Heavens Taiqing Palace, was indeed a masterwork, so intricate it could rival certain spirit martial arts.
Reflecting on his recent battle, Lin Langtian felt even more grateful he had swiftly defeated the robed elder. Without the overwhelming force of his spirit martial arts and the curse's power, the elder would have escaped effortlessly with this very movement skill. That was the sheer strength of advanced body techniques.
Determined to learn the skill, he began to assimilate every detail in his mind. Soon after, Lin Langtian collected himself and stood up, ready to move on from the mountains. Although he had killed the elder, he felt no less wary—who knew if his death would catch the attention of the Nine Heavens Taiqing Palace? Or if others were also on the hunt for the Devouring Ancestral Symbol?
Not lingering any longer, he leapt onto his black-gold crow, which needed no prompt. With a loud cry, it flapped its massive wings and soared swiftly away, leaving the mountains behind in silence once more.
Ultimately, Lin Langtian's worries did not come to pass. Although the elder had ties to the Nine Heavens Taiqing Palace, he had neither high rank nor great influence. It was unlikely the Palace would mount a large-scale hunt to avenge a minor outer sect elder.
While he hadn't drawn the attention of the Nine Heavens Taiqing Palace, Lin Langtian still traveled quickly, moving steadily toward Dayan Prefecture. The clash with the elder had ignited an inner spark, pushing him closer to a breakthrough to the half-step Nirvana stage. He felt compelled to return to Lin City as soon as possible to begin secluded training and capture this breakthrough.
Nonetheless, the journey had been exhausting, so halfway there, Lin Langtian found a safe spot to rest for two days, restoring his energy before resuming his travel. During this time, he also began practicing the Taiqing Sky Step. By drawing upon memories absorbed from the elder's essence, which included training experiences with various techniques, Lin Langtian's proficiency with the Taiqing Sky Step quickly grew.
When fully executed, the Taiqing Sky Step granted Lin Langtian an elusive, almost ghostly presence, making him far harder to trace in battle. He was pleased with its effectiveness. As an advanced Creation-level technique, it only came second to his Great Desolation God Palm, which was the most powerful martial art in his arsenal.
The addition of Taiqing Sky Step also meant that Lin Langtian would now have a higher chance of survival even against Nirvana-level foes. Still, as he trained in the Taiqing Sky Step, he did not let up on his main practice. While the breakthrough opportunity for half-step Nirvana was close, it was not quite there yet. Lin Langtian continued to refine his strength and prepare his mind and body, knowing he was only one step away.
Intent on reaching his peak, he turned his attention to the abundant beasts in the mountains. By engaging in real combat with them, he could not only test out his new martial skills but also sharpen himself further. The feeling of a breakthrough became clearer, like a door waiting to open.
Dayan Prefecture, Lin City.
Dayan Prefecture had two major cities: the royal capital, home to the emperor's palace, and Lin City, base of the Lin clan.
Lin Langtian's return to Lin City was the talk of both Lin City and Dayan Prefecture. His strength, confirmed on the recent journey to the Great Desolation Tablet, only added to his growing reputation, now known throughout the Dayan Kingdom—even among children. Most believed he was a shoo-in for selection in the Seed Tournament, and many anticipated his future success on the ancient battlefield of the Hundred Dynasty War.
But Lin Langtian himself paid little attention to the speculation surrounding him. Upon arriving at the Lin clan's estate, he learned that the clan leader, Lin Fan, was in seclusion, so he turned back toward his courtyard, where he could focus entirely on his next step.
"It's finally time to make a push for half-step Nirvana…"
In the privacy of his courtyard, Lin Langtian looked down at the storage pouch, filled to the brim with Nirvana Pills, and felt a surge of excitement. He had spent the past two years preparing for this moment, amassing a stock of nearly two hundred thousand Nirvana Pills.
The time had come to reap the rewards of his hard work.
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