439 - Made-Up Martial Arts, Have You Really Mastered Them, Disciple?

Chapter 439: The Foe from the Tai-Kun Realm Jiang Tianming's gaze turned cold as he spoke indifferently, "If it isn't a family secret, just say it outright. Yan'er is not an outsider." Upon hearing this, Liang Quan suddenly realized that this woman was Yun Yan'er. Instantly, he respectfully and obsequiously said, "Third Young Master, please forgive me. This matter is indeed somewhat special, but since it concerns Miss Yun Yan'er, there's no need to avoid it." "Speak, what is it?" Jiang Tianming lightly moved his hand, already prepared to annihilate Liang Quan. In his view, Liang Quan was merely a martial artist from a subsidiary force, akin to a Jiang family servant, so how could he possibly know any confidential matters? "Reporting to the Third Young Master, a few days ago, I went to the Changyun Realm and encountered someone..." Liang Quan paused for a moment, his voice becoming grave, "Jiang Buping, I encountered Jiang Buping!" Jiang Tianming raised an eyebrow, and Yun Yan'er also looked over. "Oh, he's not dead yet?" Yun Yan'er laughed lightly. "If that's the case, it's not much of a secret. You interrupted me for something like this..." Jiang Tianming's gaze gradually turned menacing as a killing intent emerged. Cold sweat almost broke out on Liang Quan, and he hurriedly said, "Third Young Master, Jiang Buping has recovered; he hasn't lost his mind, and his strength is even greater than before!" "What did you say?" Yun Yan'er suddenly stood up. "Impossible, he lost his sanity long ago!" Jiang Tianming also stood up with a grim face, "Liang Quan, you should know that Jiang Buping's loss of sanity and descent into a stupor was confirmed by the clan elders." "Third Young Master, Miss Yun, I speak the truth. When I saw him, I couldn't believe my eyes, but it is indeed true. Not only has he not lost his mind, his strength has also grown, and he seems to have cultivated a powerful Divine Soul Secret Art. He single-handedly slew a Sky Spirit Titan Beast..." Liang Quan hastily and thoroughly reported. "Third Young Master, I knew this matter was significant, so I hurried back to report it." Jiang Tianming frowned, and Yun Yan'er's complexion turned grave, attempting to speak several times. "Have you reported this to anyone else?" After a long pause, Jiang Tianming asked. "Third Young Master, you are the first I reported this to; I haven't told anyone else," Liang Quan replied respectfully. "Good, very good. I appreciate people who understand the situation. You may stay at this villa and follow me; you will not lack for rewards." Jiang Tianming said with satisfaction. Liang Quan had come to pledge his loyalty to him and was indeed a perceptive person. "Thank you, Third Young Master!" Liang Quan was overjoyed. From this point on, he became one of the entourage of the prominent young master of the Jiang family, with a status far higher than his own family head. "Alright, you may leave." Jiang Tianming nodded. "Your servant takes his leave!" Liang Quan retreated respectfully. "Brother Tianming, how is this possible? Could it really just be someone who looks like him? After all, similar-looking people do exist in this world." Once Liang Quan left, Yun Yan'er couldn't help but speak up. "Soul contamination from the Unyielding Qi will inevitably lead to a loss of sanity. Let alone a True King Heavenly Venerable, even martial artists above the Immortal Realm cannot escape this fate if contaminated. "Jiang Buping's soul was contaminated by the Unyielding Qi; it's an irrefutable fact, confirmed by the clan elders. It was precisely for this reason that they abandoned him and exiled him. "And now he's regained his faculties? This matter is extraordinary!" Jiang Tianming's expression was extremely serious. Jiang Buping had been ambushed, leading to his soul contaminating with Unyielding Qi, which was not a secret. The clan elders were all aware, and since he had become a useless person with no further value, it naturally wasn't worth pursuing further. As for Yun Yan'er, she was destined to marry into the Jiang family since she was the 'culprit.' If the Cloud Sect Master did not agree, the Jiang family would have an excuse to act. Having crippled a supreme genius of the Jiang family, an explanation was surely warranted. Those aware of these internal matters naturally understood, and Jiang Buping himself surely knew who had schemed against him. Thus, once he rose again, he would undoubtedly demand an explanation. "Brother Tianming, what should we do now?" Yun Yan'er asked with a furrowed brow. "Kill him, simple as that!" Jiang Tianming replied coldly. "Yes, kill him. We were too careless back then." Yun Yan'er nodded with delight. "This is but a trifling matter. Even if he hasn't reached the Immortal Realm, and even if he does, he is doomed. Don't worry about it, I will handle everything." Jiang Tianming reassured her with a smile. "Uh-huh!" Yun Yan'er nodded. "If even the Unyielding Qi can be dispelled, what secrets does Jiang Buping possess? If I could obtain them, wouldn't..." Jiang Tianming pondered deeply. To dispel the Unyielding Qi and recover was an opportunity or technique that could captivate anyone's heart. In the depths of Yun Yan'er's eyes, there were also certain thoughts brewing. The Tai-Kun Realm remained tranquil, with no outbreaks of chaos in the Heavenly Abyss for several hundred years, entering a relatively peaceful period. On this day, two Immortal Heavenly Venerables departed from a certain Jiang family villa. Shortly after their departure, another Immortal Heavenly Venerable left from the Cloud Sect, crossing the boundary gate. Yuanping Realm. Jiang Buping had just finished cultivating, his expression brimming with excitement. He had successfully merged another trace of Unyielding Qi, further strengthening his soul, advancing his Extreme Soul Martial Path slightly. "Tai-Kun Realm, Jiang family, Yun Yan'er, just you wait. I, Jiang Buping, will wash away all disgrace. Your so-called glory, in my eyes, is but a joke." Jiang Buping clenched his fists, his gaze cold and fierce. "Hunt down that outer sky true spirit equivalent to the Immortal Realm." Jiang Buping was thrilled. With one successful experience, hunting down a second outer sky true spirit of the Immortal Realm level was naturally not a problem. Boom! As this outer sky true spirit fell, the weaker ones were spooked, hastily fleeing the Heavenly Abyss, returning to the outer sky. However, Jiang Buping knew that soon another wave of outer sky true spirits will descend. To these beings, the Heavenly Abyss was a treasured land more comfortable than the outer sky. If not for the restrictions within the Abyss, immortal-level outer sky true spirits would have long infiltrated. The martial community of Yuanping Realm was stirred. Someone had achieved the unprecedented feat of slaying two immortal-level outer sky true spirits without being at the Immortal Realm themselves, though through sneak attacks. Yet, it was unprecedented. The tale of Jiang Buping cultivating immensely powerful Divine Soul Secret Arts naturally spread, and only a supreme genius from a major realm could cultivate such arts. Due to this, even those Immortal Heavenly Venerables tempted by his secrets dared not act against him. Jiang Buping continued honing his skills in the Yuanping Realm, waiting for another opportunity when immortal-level outer sky true spirits appeared, resuming his hunt and spending more time collecting and extracting Unyielding Qi. The title of " Gun God" started echoing across the Yuanping Realm. Some wished to befriend Jiang Buping and perhaps figure out which major realm he hailed from, but he remained aloof, discouraging any close approach. "Roar!" The Heavenly Abyss resounded with a heart-stirring roar, causing the onlooking martial artists to flee swiftly. Jiang Buping finally met a setback! "What makes this creature's soul so strong?" Jiang Buping was frustrated, it was his first mishap; this outer sky true spirit's sense of danger was far sharper than the previous true spirit. It likely belonged to a higher-tier class among the outer sky spirits. Unable to target the medicine, it continued its furious assault. Left with no choice, Jiang Buping had to evade its blunt force. However, the outer sky spirits marked him and relentlessly attacked. Before long, another outer sky spirit joined the fray. Before long, an entire swarm of outer sky true spirits was after Jiang Buping, as if a beast tide had erupted. "Flee, the Gun God failed!" "Run! Never have I seen so many angry outer sky true spirits. The Heavenly Abyss is no place to stay." "Damn! I just killed an outer sky true spirit, haven't even taken it yet!" The Heavenly Abyss martial artists fled, escaping from the Abyss altogether. It was terrifying. The entire abyss was seething with furious outer sky true spirits, killing whatever they encountered, chasing relentlessly. Normally, they only attacked if one encroached on their territory or if they sought prey, never like this before. Clearly, the outer sky true spirit Jiang Buping attempted to assault was high-ranked, akin to a beast king, driving all the spirits into a frenzy upon its roar. "The Heavenly Abyss cannot be lingered in for now." ### New Term Translations: - **Yuanping Realm (淵平境)**: This realm is where Jiang Buping continues his cultivation and battles with the outer sky spirits. The name could possibly allude to tranquility or balance, as "Yuanping" implies deep peace. - **Changyun Realm (長雲境)**: This realm suggests a place characterized by long or enduring clouds, possibly symbolizing stability or lingering challenges, given the context of family secrets and dealings. - **Gun God (槍神)**: A term that has started circulating to describe Jiang Buping due to his prowess and achievements, especially in the Yuanping Realm. - **Sky Spirit Titan Beast (天外真靈巨甲獸)**: A powerful being equivalent to the Immortal Realm that Jiang Buping reportedly slew. "Sky Spirit" suggests an origin or connection with the heavens, emphasizing its otherworldly power. ### Explanation: - Liang Quan refers to Jiang Tianming with great honorific "Third Young Master" (三少), indicating a formal and respectful stance in addressing him due to their hierarchical and social difference. - The term "云煙兒" (Yun Yan'er) directly implies someone associated closely with clouds or mist, contributing to an ephemeral or elusive character description. - "太崑境" (Tai-Kun Realm): The term "Tai-Kun" may imply a vast or magnificent realm, reflecting its importance or power within the narrative context. - "不化之氣" (Unyielding Qi): A malevolent, sanity-destroying energy that poses a significant threat, as previously seen in Jiang Buping's backstory, akin to a curse or corrupt force. Jiang Buping fled hurriedly; it was terrifying. The entire Heavenly Abyss's outer sky true spirits went mad, all charging toward him with blood-red eyes. Boom! With one shot, he destroyed an outer sky true spirit blocking his path, and Jiang Buping surged out of the Heavenly Abyss. Once he exited the Heavenly Abyss, Jiang Buping intended to find a secluded place to close off and cultivate. He planned to return to collect Unyielding Qi once the situation in the Abyss calmed down. At the boundary gate of the Yuanping Realm, two figures emerged. "May I know from which realm the two brothers hail, and what brings you to our Yuanping Realm?" The Immortal Heavenly Venerable overseeing the boundary gate of the Yuanping Realm appeared before them. "Tai-Kun Realm, Jiang family, ordered to capture a fugitive," one of them said coldly. "Oh, so they are from the Tai-Kun Realm," the Immortal Heavenly Venerable of the Yuanping Realm thought, his expression becoming slightly more respectful before retreating. Since it was an internal affair of the Jiang family, it was not his place to interfere. After the two Immortal Heavenly Venerables from the Jiang family departed, another Immortal Heavenly Venerable emerged at the boundary gate. "And you, brother..." "Tai-Kun Realm!" The newcomer responded coldly and quickly departed. "Are they Jiang family members from the Tai-Kun Realm? Could something have happened with the Jiang family?" The Yuanping Realm's Immortal Heavenly Venerable pondered in confusion. "Better not meddle in the grudges of such prestigious families," he thought, shaking his head, opting not to pay further attention. Though he was an Immortal Heavenly Venerable, he felt no confidence confronting formidable individuals from a major realm. Jiang Buping was just about to leave the Heavenly Abyss, communicating with his Third Senior Sister through a messaging talisman, when suddenly his expression tightened, grabbing his Extreme Soul Divine Weapon instantaneously. An Immortal Heavenly Venerable! And an unfriendly one at that! "Jiang Buping, you really have recovered!" One of them expressed slight shock. Jiang Buping looked at the two indifferently, letting out a cold laugh, "So what if I have recovered? Who sent you to find me?" "Jiang Buping, since you have recovered, come back with us," another said. "To recover from the Unyielding Qi, you are truly a monstrous talent. After returning, the family will surely invest heavily in cultivating you!" "Ridiculous!" Jiang Buping scoffed, "You really think I don't know anything? If two of the old, undying clan elders were here, I might believe they want me back in the Jiang family. But who are you two? Though you are Immortal Heavenly Venerables, you are not part of the Jiang family's core. What right do you have to speak these words? "If my assumption is correct, it was Jiang Tianming who sent you?" Jiang Buping was somewhat surprised. Even though he had stayed within the Yuanping Realm and hadn't revealed his name or origins, Jiang Tianming had received word so quickly. "Jiang Buping, recognize your place. Since you refuse to come quietly, don't blame us for using some methods!" one of them said, stepping forward, forcing Jiang Buping as an intense Immortal Heavenly Venerable aura bore down upon him. He was utterly confident, believing Jiang Buping, no matter how gifted, hadn't reached the Immortal Realm, and could be easily subdued. Jiang Buping's eyes went cold. The opponent's underestimation was the perfect opportunity to strike! Buzz! With a fierce thrust, his spear gleamed with chilling light, slaughtering ruthlessly. "A mere ant..." The Immortal Heavenly Venerable sneered disdainfully, yet the next moment, his expression shifted into horror as a cold dread surged within. A crisis, a severe crisis descended abruptly! Moreover, in that instant, he was startled to find Jiang Buping's spear seemed not to pierce his body but his very soul; the spear light appeared not in his visual field but within his own being! Boom! In the face of impending peril, he hastily executed a secret art, his soul power rapidly condensing into a shield to block the spear's light. As an Immortal Heavenly Venerable from the major Jiang family, he naturally cultivated Divine Soul Secret Arts. This soul defense technique had withstood multiple assaults before. Pfft! However, the soul-power shield, like mere paper, was pierced through with one thrust, the spear burrowing into his soul. "Aaah!" The searing agony wracking his soul elicited a blood-curdling scream from him. "You court death!" The other Immortal Heavenly Venerable's expression changed dramatically, unleashing a vigorous aura, commanding the power of heaven and earth as he sought to seize Jiang Buping. Having succeeded with one strike, Jiang Buping backed away quickly. His opponent's soul defense was, to him, laughably low-level and pathetic, and in such a rush, how could it withstand his attack? Yet, it was only that one strike. Now aware and wielding heaven's power, he could no longer unexpectedly penetrate their soul. "My strength is still lacking!" Jiang Buping sighed inwardly. If he could enhance his prowess slightly, even Immortal Heavenly Venerables would be unable to block the might of his Extreme Soul Divine Weapon. Currently, faced with two Immortal Heavenly Venerables, with one merely having a wounded soul, he could only avoid direct confrontation. "Seize him, his Divine Soul Secret Art is incredibly potent!" The injured Immortal Heavenly Venerable grunted, consuming a divine pill while enduring the agonizing soul pain to pursue Jiang Buping. "Go back and tell Jiang Tianming to wash his neck and await his end!" Jiang Buping maneuvered adeptly, breaking free from their grasp on heaven's power, preparing to flee but was instantly alerted, thrusting his spear while shifting aside in a flash. Boom! The spot where he had been standing was cleaved by a blade's gleam. Yet another Immortal Heavenly Venerable appeared. ### New Term Translations: - **Extreme Soul Divine Weapon (極魂神兵)**: A potent weapon associated with Jiang Buping, reflecting the power derived from his cultivation in the Extreme Soul Martial Path. Terms like "extreme" suggest a peak capability, and "divine" indicates its formidable nature. - **Third Senior Sister (三師姐)**: Indicates Jiang Buping has a mentor-apprentice relationship with others, structured in a hierarchical order, with this particular character being the third in seniority. ### Explanation: - The name "Jiang Buping" comes back into play, emphasizing narrative continuity surrounding his character's journey and personal vendettas. - "Heavenly Abyss" and "outer sky true spirits" illustrate a mysterious, high-stakes area rife with dangers, akin to alien or supernatural threats from beyond usual realms. - "Jiang family" and "Tai-Kun Realm" further connect the narrative thread of powerful families and regions involved, providing context for the profound conflict experienced by Jiang Buping.