Invincible Divine Doctor of the Beautiful Lady
Chapter 1004: 978 Hero's Path

Chapter 1004: Chapter 978 Hero’s Path

Tangyu followed Liu Bocheng to the Main Peak. Liu Bocheng had something to attend to, leaving Tangyu alone in front of the Sect Master’s palace. Tangyu was pondering whether to go in directly to find his Master or to request permission from outside.

However, this problem was evidently unnecessary for Tangyu to consider, as a voice entered his ears the moment he arrived in front of the palace door: “Disciple, just come in directly!”

Hearing this voice, Tangyu was slightly taken aback, then he smiled. With his Master’s abilities, knowing that he had arrived was not surprising at all.

Tangyu directly entered the palace and soon met the Yanshan Sect Master in the depths of the palace.

“Greetings, Master!” Tangyu stepped forward and performed a salute.

Yan Nantian waved his hand and said, “There is no need for such formality.” With his gaze settling on Tangyu and sizing him up, Yan Nantian completely perceived Tangyu’s strength, and nodded approvingly: “Not bad, it seems your recent training trip has brought you significant gains. In just a short month and a half, your progress is indeed pleasing. How is your progress with the Great Rift Vajra Technique?”

Tangyu replied directly, “Master, please guide me.”

After speaking, he proceeded to demonstrate the technique and then looked towards Yan Nantian.

Yan Nantian nodded slightly and said, “Not bad, the Second Layer is nearly perfected, but there are still minor imperfections. Let me show you how it’s done.”

As he spoke, Yan Nantian moved his hand and conjured a sword, then executed the Second Layer of the Great Rift Vajra Technique. Witnessing this flawless display, Tangyu was momentarily stunned, and even after Yan Nantian withdrew his hand, Tangyu was still savoring the performance: “Exquisite, exquisite. When wielded by Master, it feels incredibly refined, truly much more perfect than my execution. So, power can be utilized this way, and the flow of techniques can seamlessly merge multiple moves into one, like a continuous stream.”

With Yan Nantian personally guiding him, Tangyu gained tremendous insights, as if a new door had been opened for him.

Tangyu originally thought that his Great Rift Vajra Technique’s Second Layer was very close to perfection, and he was now contemplating training for the Third Layer. But he was now startled to realize that he was still some distance away from perfection.

This surprise also awakened Tangyu to the fact that perhaps he had overestimated himself.

Yan Nantian said, “You need not worry too much about these things. Without anyone guiding you previously, it’s inevitable to have some imperfections when relying solely on your own efforts. What you have accomplished on your own is already commendable.”

Tangyu nodded, thinking to himself that he should seek his Master’s guidance more often in the future. Listening to a wise saying from a mentor exceeds studying books for ten years, indeed it feels like this.

“How about your Bright Moon Sword Art?” Yan Nantian asked again.

Tangyu shook his head and said, “I have no clues at all.”

Yan Nantian said, “No rush, this is not something that can be hurried. Creating a spell is always the act of the Great Powers. Even as your Master, I dare not claim I could create a spell. Even if I could create one, it would be a rather low-grade spell, nothing significant. I find your Bright Moon Sword Art to be quite extraordinary; if you could create a perfect Six Style, I estimate it would at least reach the Daoist Art level. This path will be very long and arduous.”

Tangyu nodded, acknowledging it truly is difficult, extremely challenging. Since completing the Mindful Style, Tangyu hadn’t had a singular clue on how to create the Second Style, having not a single definite idea. Or rather, there were many chaotic ideas, but none applicable.

The power in the Mindful Style has already left Tangyu very satisfied.

Although Tangyu is currently only at the Third Layer of the Mystic Law Realm, with the Yin Yang Dao Foundation and Mindful Style, Tangyu feels confident challenging masters at the Fifth Layer of the Mystic Law Realm, and it’s not impossible to contend with those at the Sixth Layer.

Of course, Tangyu isn’t very confident about the Sixth Layer, but he’s absolutely confident about the Fifth Layer.

“Alright, go and cultivate now,” Yan Nantian waved, indicating for Tangyu to leave.

Tangyu immediately said, “Master, this disciple has another thing to ask for your help with.”

Yan Nantian replied, “Alright, tell me about it.”

Tangyu said, “It’s like this, Master, could you help me obtain a blackheart stone?”

“Blackheart stone?” Yan Nantian was also slightly taken aback, looking at Tangyu: “The blackheart stone is indeed a rare gem of the world, extremely precious, and not easy to come by. But why do you need the blackheart stone? Is it something you can use?”

Tangyu replied, “I won’t hide it from you, Master. During this disciple’s venture into the Dark Nether Region, I happened upon a fortuitous encounter and gained a Secret Technique, which requires a blackheart stone to practice. That’s why I’m asking you, Master.”

“What, a Secret Technique!” Yan Nantian was also surprised again, but his face soon turned jubilant: “Ha ha, good, a Secret Technique is exceedingly rare and highly valued; each one can make Golden Core Realm experts envious. It seems your gains this time are indeed substantial. Having such a fortuitous encounter marks good fortune for you. Since you need it to practice the Secret Technique, I will ensure to obtain it for you regardless. Give Master three days, and I will certainly procure it. Fortunately, while the blackheart stone is rare, it’s not excessively valuable and can be acquired. By the way, how much do you need?”

“Let’s see how much the Master can get, of course, the more the better, but at the very least, it should be the size of a fist,” said Tangyu.

Yan Nantian nodded and said, “No problem, I can guarantee the size of a fist, let’s see how much I can get. Haha, secret techniques, my disciple, whatever you need in the future, just tell me. As long as it’s essential for your cultivation, no matter the cost, I’ll get it for you. I won’t just lavish resources on you, but I’ll ensure you have what’s necessary.”

Hearing this, Tangyu’s heart warmed. Apart from Ghost Doctor, Yan Nantian was the second Master who showed him such care.

He even found a bit of Ghost Doctor’s presence in Yan Nantian, making him deeply grateful.

Being able to study under Yan Nantian seemed indeed like a bit of good fortune for Tangyu.

“Thank you, Master, I won’t stand on ceremony, I’ll take my leave now,” Tangyu said.

“Go ahead.” Yan Nantian waved his hand.

Leaving the palace, Tangyu felt relieved; having the Master find the Black Heart Stone saved him a lot of effort. He didn’t intend to hide the matter of the secret technique. First, there was no need to hide it from the Master, and more importantly, he wanted the Master’s help in finding the Black Heart Stone. Otherwise, finding it himself would be difficult and costly.

Leaving the Main Peak, Tangyu headed towards the Disciple Peak.

Tangyu arrived directly at Zi Cang’s residence. Zi Cang, seeing Tangyu, immediately brightened up and came out to greet him: “Third Brother, you finally came out, it’s not easy to see you.”

Tangyu smiled and said, “Elder Brother, you look in good spirits, did you gain something?”

Zi Cang nodded and said, “Yes, a bit. This time’s training and subsequent seclusion led to a breakthrough to the Third Layer of the Mystic Law Realm.”

Tangyu said, “Congratulations, Elder Brother. The Third Layer of the Mystic Law Realm, your strength is now at the upper-middle level among our batch. I wonder how Zhuang Qian is doing now, let’s go find him.”

“Yes, let’s go.” Zi Cang nodded.

“Haha, no need to look for me, here I am. I sensed your presence from afar, Tangyu, and hurried over.” As they were about to find Zhuang Qian, he appeared himself, his hearty laughter travelling from afar.

Tangyu glanced at Zi Cang and said, “Well, Zhuang Qian, don’t tell me you’ve broken through to the Fourth Layer of the Mystic Law Realm?”

Zhuang Qian grinned, “Why not?”

Indeed, he had broken through to the Fourth Layer of the Mystic Law Realm. Given that Zhuang Qian was originally at the Third Layer and had been in Yanshan Sect for two months, it was only natural. After all, Zhuang Qian’s talent was astonishing, slightly weaker than Tangyu but comparable with Ye Liu.

Even stronger than the likes of Yao Jiguang, Yang City Four Virtues, Wang Qilong, and Hai Fei. Now, among the new Yanshan disciples, Tangyu, Zhuang Qian, and Ye Liu were undeniably the most famous and acknowledged as the strongest trio.

Tangyu playfully said, “Looks like it’s not easy for me to catch up with you. I just reached the Third Layer of the Mystic Law Realm, and you’ve already reached the Fourth Layer, leaving me behind again.”

Zhuang Qian said, “Don’t mock me. What’s the use of being at the Fourth Layer of the Mystic Law Realm? If we really fought, I’d still be the one being beaten. You’re a complete abnormal.”

“Uh…” Tangyu felt embarrassed. How was he abnormal? He was definitely a refined gentleman.

Zhuang Qian continued, “By the way, Tangyu, shouldn’t we walk the ‘Hero’s Path’?”

“Hero’s Path?” Tangyu was slightly startled, the term was somewhat familiar yet unfamiliar.

Zhuang Qian looked at Tangyu: “Tangyu, you don’t still not know what the ‘Hero’s Path’ is, do you? Alright, you’re truly oblivious to outside affairs. The Hero’s Path is the greatest trial at Disciple Peak, passing it earns points and a place on the Hero Ranking. Being on the Hero Ranking represents honor, strength, and status. It’s the honor every Yanshan Sect disciple strives for.”

Tangyu then remembered what the ‘Hero’s Path’ was and nodded, “It’s time to challenge it. We’ve been quiet for so long that people might have forgotten about us.”

Zhuang Cai said, “Exactly, we must challenge it. I just came out of seclusion and felt confident to challenge it. I was going to find Zi Cang to discuss, didn’t expect you’d come yourself. Perfect, the three of us can challenge the Hero’s Path together. Haha, the most distinctive trial of Disciple Peak, we must experience it well. So far, no new disciples have made it to the Hero Ranking. Everyone’s speculating on who’s going to be the first among the new disciples.”

“Haha, there’s even bets being placed, most people are betting on me or Ye Liu. Ye Liu has already attempted but unfortunately didn’t make it to the Hero Ranking. Getting on it isn’t easy. I myself don’t have much confidence, not even in clearing the First Layer. This time, it’s just to get a sense, and consider aiming for the Hero Ranking afterward.”