"S-level key prop?"
Lu Yuan's face remained expressionless.
But inside, he was quite moved.
Even though he didn't know the specific function of this incomplete map.
Judging by the hints, this map could definitely help him significantly advance the main tasks!
"Still not enough."
Lu Yuan said without any expression.
Chen Hongyu paused for a moment and took out another item from the drawer.
"This is a newly developed energy potion of mine, with effects equivalent to high-level spirit medicine!"
"Not enough."
"This is a special-level biological battle armor made of nanometer active materials, which can automatically cover the entire body and resist most death ray weapon attacks!"
"Not enough."
"This is the Cyan Frost Sword forged from Celestial Meteorite Iron, capable of cutting through iron like mud, able to slice through a heavy armored vehicle with a single strike!"
"Not enough!"
"In the Nova database, there are hundreds of advanced martial arts from around the world, tens of thousands of ordinary martial techniques, and a vast sea of martial arts classics."
"I can give you partial Nova access!"
"Not enough."
Chen Hongyu's forehead veins twitched violently in anger, and he pulled out a button from his pocket.
"Underneath this laboratory, there's explosives with a yield of hundreds of millions. If I press this switch, even the Martial Arts Extreme Realm won't..."
"Enough!"
Lu Yuan knew well to stop while ahead.
One day later.
Lu Yuan left his genetic data behind and returned loaded with spoils.
Back to Mount Emei.
Lu Yuan used his Inner Strength to heal the injuries of Tao Yaoyao and others.
When everyone's injuries were healed.
He suddenly remembered that incomplete map and immediately asked.
"Seniors, have you ever heard of the Ancient Qi Refiner?"
"Qi Refiner?"
Everyone looked perplexed, even the Sweeping Monk said he had never heard of it.
Only the Wudang Old Grandmaster thought for a moment before solemnly saying.
"In a journal left by our Wudang founder, there is indeed a record of the Qi Refiner."
"According to the founder, during the Ancient Times, there existed a brilliant Qi Refining Civilization."
"The strong among the Qi Refiners, with mana beyond comprehension, could pluck stars and seize the moon, roaming space."
"Yet for unknown reasons, the Ancient Qi Refiners vanished overnight as if erased from history entirely."
The Elder Grandmaster sighed.
Back then, Master Zhang had sought traces left by the Qi Refiners, but unfortunately found nothing.
Ancient Qi Refining Civilization?
Lu Yuan felt a stir within.
He thought of that Tier Seven anomaly slumbering in the core of the Sun.
Based on the anomaly's situation.
Rather than saying it slumbers.
It's more fitting to say it was sealed by someone for tens of thousands of years.
And the one who sealed it must be the Ancient Qi Refiner!
"Guanghan Palace map?"
"Could it be a palace left by the Ancient Qi Refiner on the Moon?"
Lu Yuan put away the map without rashly acting.
Even though he is now in the Martial Arts Extreme Realm.
If facing the Tier Seven anomaly, he wouldn't even dare to look it in the eyes.
Moreover, this map was severely incomplete, virtually unusable.
Several days later.
Lu Yuan returned to the Martial Extreme Daoist School Headquarters.
Once again starting a closed-door training session.
Three months later.
When he maxed out his power, unable to progress any further.
He finally realized a very serious problem.
In this End of Dharma Era with scarce spiritual energy.
He has likely reached the end of the Martial Dao.
To go further, he must find a new path.
So.
He fervently browsed through Martial Arts Classics, unearthing more information about the Ancient Qi Refining Civilization from the vast records.
Even found a fragment of a cultivation method.
Unfortunately.
The Ancient Qi Refining Cultivation Method requires a large amount of spiritual energy and resources, which is even more unattainable in this End of Dharma Era.
"Since the previous cultivation methods are ineffective, I shall create a new martial arts system myself!"
With the help of [Flash of Inspiration].
A wild idea suddenly formed in Lu Yuan's mind.
Think and act.
[Heaven Rewards Diligence, activate!]
[Flash of Inspiration, activate!]
Half a year later.
After pouring endless energy and effort, even risking several Nova overload failures.
Lu Yuan finally explored the prototype of Qi Blood Martial Dao!
Using Qi Blood instead of spiritual energy to unlock the secrets of the body and tap into one's potential.
Not cultivating various methods but only focusing on one's own body!
This path, when cultivated to the end.
Enables one to tear the cosmos apart with a mortal body and still transcend!
What's more important.
The Qi Blood Martial Dao isn't as harsh on the martial artist's talent and aptitude.
Even ordinary people can cultivate!
Once spread wide.
Everyone becomes like dragons, citizens practicing martial arts would be no dream!
[Heaven-defying Fate Change: You have created Qi Blood Martial Dao, accomplishing an unprecedented feat, bringing a sliver of new hope to this martial arts world on the brink of destruction!]
[Reward: 50,000 Simulation Points!]
[Main quest completion: 70%!]
[Simulation Evaluation upgraded to SS-level!]
[Calamity of the (Five Obstacles) postponed by thirty years, you can stay in this world for another 75 years!]
[Heaven Rewards Diligence duration increased to 24 hours!]
[Due to your outstanding performance, you've caught the attention of the World Will!]
[The World Will has completed your Guanghan Palace map!]
[Your Guanghan Palace map has been upgraded to an SS-level prop!]
[You received blessings from the World Will, your power has greatly soared, becoming the strongest being of the current age!]
Hiss!
Seeing the string of prompts.
Lu Yuan took a deep breath.
Especially the last reward, which thrilled him beyond his expectations.
The strongest in the world!
Simple, violent.
Defying the heavens!
"Will of the Heavens, I wish to know what's inside Guanghan Palace?"
Lu Yuan tentatively asked, without truly hoping.
After all, he had never heard of anyone conversing with the Will of the Heavens.
But after a few minutes.
The Will of the Heavens actually responded to him.
[Hint: Guanghan Palace holds the forgotten truth of this world, which will affect the destiny direction of this world!]
"Is Guanghan Palace dangerous?"
Lu Yuan asked again.
But this time, he received no answer.
Based on the hints from the Will of the Heavens, Guanghan Palace is very important.
He must see it for himself.
Moreover, after receiving the blessing from the Martial Dao World Will.
Lu Yuan's power increased significantly, making him the strongest in the current age.
By his estimate.
Even facing a Tier Two anomaly, he would still have the strength to fight.
Lu Yuan contemplated for a long time.
Decided to follow the map and set off for Guanghan Palace.
Mount Tai.
Lu Yuan followed the map's guidance and climbed to the top of the mountain.
At that moment.
The Beast Hide Scroll in his hand suddenly emitted a dazzling divine light.
Lu Yuan, enveloped by the light, vanished from where he stood.
When he opened his eyes again.
He found himself in an unfamiliar place.
Looking around.
A thousand miles of ice, ten thousand miles of snow.
Even the undulating mountains were covered in ice and snow.
As if this place wasn't the Moon, but a lifeless world of ice and snow.
A cold wind blew, making him shiver down to his bones!
It's worth noting.
He was now in the Martial Arts Extreme Realm, with a flesh body capable of withstanding artillery shelling without harm.
Even bathing in an ice room at minus hundreds of degrees, he would be unharmed.
But now.
A mere gust of cold wind caused fine cracks to appear on his skin, hinting at a trend of frostbite!
At this moment.
The Beast Hide Scroll in his hand emitted light again, enveloping him.
All the chill dispersed.
Lu Yuan felt like he was soaking in a hot spring.
His whole body was warm, even his stalled cultivation improved somewhat.
No doubt it's an SS-level prop; truly extraordinary!