Translator: CinderTL
The mist enveloped the world, casting it in an eerie darkness.
A figure with a single horn stood atop a high-rise building, overlooking the structures within the danger zone.
It was already late at night. After Chen Yun had fallen asleep, Chen Feng returned to his bedroom and once again entered the dreamscape of Qinggang City.
"Mecha..."
He suspected that the technology Chen Yun had mentioned was likely related to this.
In the dream history of the Ancient Taiduo civilization, the might of the Mecha Warriors was undeniably evident.
Soaring through the skies, burrowing into the earth, heavy artillery bombardments, energy blasts—compared to these, he couldn't help but think once more about the pinnacle of martial arts on Earth.
The Pinnacle Realm.
The ultimate limit of the human body, where all mysteries are fully explored and developed, could be called superhuman.
Yet even so, it only reached the fifth tier.
"Martial arts shouldn't stop here."
"Beyond the Pinnacle Realm lies Transcendence, and beyond Transcendence, perhaps an even higher path..."
Chen Feng recalled the residual memories he had seen here last time.
Those several Elders of the Extreme Martial Style who had burned their lives—their power clearly surpassed the fifth-tier Pinnacle Realm.
But he didn't know what realm they had truly reached.
As these thoughts flashed through his mind, he once again looked down at the Extreme Martial Hall below.
The glass-fiber eyes glowed brightly, and Chen Feng immediately activated his Blood Wings, diving down.
Boom!!! A violent explosion echoed, and the instantaneous Black Flash illuminated the world.
His Mighty Arms erupted as he stomped the ground and twisted his waist.
With both hands, he grabbed the tusks of a Saber-Toothed Behemoth, sinking his stance and gathering strength before twisting his body and hurling it.
Thud!!
A magnificent shoulder throw, golden light flashing as he struck the vulnerable abdomen.
Squelch!!! "Roar!!!"
The sound of flesh tearing and the roar of pain echoed simultaneously as the Holy Shield Colossus descended from above.
In just over ten seconds, the battle ended, and the Saber-Toothed Behemoth slowly dissipated.
"Just an ordinary fifth tier."
Chen Feng shook his head. After comparing experiences over this period, he had gradually discerned the differences within the fifth tier.
Barely touching the threshold, ordinary level... So far, among all the fifth-tier humans and creatures he had encountered, the most troublesome was likely Adler from the Dead Crow Secret Realm.
His extraordinary artifacts were bizarre, and his methods were quite peculiar.
Shaking his head, he decided not to dwell on it further and quickly rushed into the Extreme Martial Hall, collecting all the Limit Breaking Orbs.
[Limit Breaking Orbs: 40]
The panel information flashed, and the incomplete iron book was also in his hands.
But to Chen Feng's surprise, the condition of this incomplete iron book was significantly better than the ones he had seen before.
His eyes narrowed, and he immediately took out his notebook from the black bag, flipping through it to compare the previously recorded formulas.
Soon, his eyes grew brighter and brighter.
After piecing it together, the formula for the second layer of the Extreme Martial Fist was finally complete at this moment.
[Falling Sun: Second Layer of Extreme Martial Fist!]
[At the minor mastery level, meteors can merge to form a comet impact; at the major mastery level, fists can condense into a sun, descending with the force of a celestial fall!]
[Specific cultivation formula: Visualize yourself with the Essence of Combat Diagram, condense your energy, and comprehend the meaning of the limit—gathering strength, pressure, and sinking force. Guide the energy through seventeen acupoints, condense the comet with the meaning of the limit, and transform infinite will into a celestial fall...]
One formula after another entered his vision, and all his past memories instantly took shape.
Though Chen Feng was thrilled, he didn't rush. Instead, he immediately checked the panel information.
[Extreme Martial Arts: 9]
[Limit Breaking Orbs: 40]
[Extreme Martial Fist: Meteor (1%)+]
Previously, without the formula for the second layer, he hadn't been in a hurry to allocate points to this skill.
But now.
"Upgrade!"
Nine units of Extreme Martial Arts instantly disappeared, and numerous insights flooded his mind.
With a focused gaze, Chen Feng didn't hesitate to consume the Limit Breaking Orbs as well.
[Extreme Martial Fist: Meteor (70%)+]
"As expected, the effect of Limit Breaking Orbs is significantly weaker when used to enhance skills of the Extreme Martial Style."
Chen Feng wasn't surprised, as a single Extreme Martial Art was equivalent to multiple Limit Breaking Orbs, not to mention the targeted skill enhancement effect.
The only regret was that the Meteor Fist hadn't broken through to the Falling Sun level.
"Take it slow, at least I've grasped the key now."
"This day shouldn't be too far off."
With bright eyes, Chen Feng clenched his fist.
Having the key was better than nothing, and it further solidified a thought in his mind.
Limit Breaking Orbs were manageable, but Extreme Martial Arts must be preserved as much as possible and not decomposed for other non-Extreme Martial Style True Art martial techniques.
With this decision made, he absorbed the incomplete iron book into residue and looked outside the Martial Hall.
The Holy Shield Colossus overlooked the world, and through shared vision, he quickly located the group of Masked Men and Faceless Ones hiding nearby.
After a few seconds.
Buzz!
[Perception LV5: 42/100]
Gray light orbs surged in, and Chen Feng reached out to grab the floating Extreme Martial Light Orb.
In an instant, residual memories reappeared, and he saw a different scene.
"The reason why we martial artists can stand alongside the transcendent."
"Is largely because Senior Luo Chao successfully broke through the limits back then, leaving a path forward for us in martial arts."
Inside the Extreme Martial Hall, there were many disciples.
Most wore white-gray martial uniforms, standing in neat rows, looking at the stage.
Following their gaze, an elderly man in ancient robes with white bird patterns, surrounded by several instructors, stood on the lecture platform, recounting the past.
"Grandmasters were considered heroes in ancient times, and those at the Pinnacle Realm were unstoppable overlords."
"But unfortunately, human strength has its limits, and relying solely on this to combat the mysteries of transcendent awakening is extremely challenging."
"In the early days of the High Wall Alliance, those with awakened transcendent talents ran rampant, and martial arts were in a dark, declining state. Fortunately, one by one, our seniors explored the path forward, bringing us the dawn."
Though the speech was somewhat official, the disciples listened with shining eyes, patient and focused.
"Elder Xu, is this path the later Transcendence Path?"
Someone raised their hand to ask, and the elder on the stage smiled slightly.
"Correct, the Transcendence Path, a martial path verified and left for us by our seniors."
"Since human strength has its limits, then let infinite will carry us, thinking and doing all that is possible."
"Using the infinite to continue the finite, we can break through limits and transcend the mundane!"
The elder's tone was calm, but the disciples below were wide-eyed, as if struck by thunder.
"Of course, Transcendence also carries risks, not everyone can maintain their original intent and forge ahead."
The white-robed elder seemed to think of something, sighed, and shook his head.
Someone curiously asked about the risks, but he didn't elaborate, only briefly mentioned.
"The Transcendence Path requires leaving behind enough legends."
"If any of you can reach this step in the future, remember this."
Buzz!!
The scene dissipated, and Chen Feng stood there, slightly dazed.
Using infinite will to break through limits and achieve Transcendence? To go higher and farther, one must leave behind enough legends? Somewhat confused, he didn't fully understand.
His gaze flickered continuously until more than ten seconds later.
"Phew!"
Exhaling a turbid breath, he silently chided himself for overthinking.
The immediate priority was to break through to the Pinnacle Realm as soon as possible.
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Suro, night.
"This body isn't bad."
Inside the underground base of Utopia, the white fluorescent lights shone brightly.
A burly shadow moved slightly on the gray metal floor. Looking up, one could see a figure clad in a black leather jacket standing there.
Over two meters tall, with broad shoulders and a robust build, he looked like a standing grizzly bear.
Boom!!
He attempted a punch.
Although it hit nothing but air, the virtual screen in front of him accurately displayed a number: 162 tons! "Oh? My strength has increased again."
"Is this Energy Device different from the last one?"
He inquired, his face fierce and full of muscle.
His eyes were brown, and his hair was of a similar shade.
The nearby lab technicians quickly nodded, answering cautiously.
An invisible pressure loomed, and many broke out in a cold sweat.
After all, everyone in Utopia knew of Lord Onit's temperament—unpredictable and prone to killing at the slightest provocation.
Tap, tap.
Just then, the crisp sound of boots hitting the floor echoed.
A woman in a black combat suit and a trench coat, with a tall and graceful figure, walked in.
Her skin was pale, and her eyes were emerald green. Many lab technicians hurriedly greeted her respectfully as Lord Hong Ling.
"This body is made of Radiant Alloy modules, with specially designed bionic skin added for you."
"The Energy Module and Force Field Device are both at the fifth level, which should be a step above your previous data."
She spoke calmly, her voice clear.
The man, who resembled a grizzly bear, frowned slightly but eventually nodded in gratitude.
"Thanks."
He knew the rules of the reboot.
Although the organization valued him and prepared resources for him.
But if someone tried to tamper with him during the reboot, whether by stealing modules or leaving backdoors, it was possible.
But he could be sure that she hadn't done so and had even provided some conveniences, otherwise, he wouldn't have rebooted so quickly.
"No need, it's all organizational requirements."
Hong Ling shook her head, not paying much attention.
She just gave him a once-over and then looked at the other testing equipment.
"It seems you like this body, so hurry up and get used to it."
"I hope you can give it your all when the time comes, to solve everything for me and the organization."
She emphasized, a cold glint flashing in her eyes.
Understanding her meaning and aware of her private relationship with Jin Wei, Onit nodded and responded in a deep voice.
"I'll cripple him and hand him over to you to deal with personally."
"But this favor between us ends here."
"Alright."
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The sky was blue, with white clouds drifting by.
Flying cars zipped through the air, and aircraft slowly docked atop tall buildings.
The sense of technological grandeur grew stronger. Chen Feng stood by the window of his villa, looking at the current Nanjiang. It was the first time he had seen the city from this angle.
More prosperous, yet more crowded.
"Time to eat, Xiao Feng."
His elder sister Chen Yun's call snapped him out of his thoughts.
"Coming."
Already washed up and accustomed to being alone, he felt slightly unaccustomed to her return and cohabitation.
As he entered the living room, he saw a pot of stewed chicken soup and meat porridge on the dining table. "Hmm?"
Chen Feng glanced at it, feeling a sense of familiarity.
"This is something Cao Tong just had delivered downstairs. He said you're at a crucial stage in your martial arts training and need to eat this kind of food."
Chen Yun smiled as she picked up a porcelain spoon and ladled him a full bowl, steam rising and the aroma filling the air.
"It's quite considerate of him."
Chen Feng nodded and took it, recognizing it as Golden Essence Porridge.
As the pillar of the Flame Tiger Sect, every aspect of his life and travel was being taken care of by others.
"By the way, I heard from him that you're leaving Nanjiang in the next couple of days?"
Chen Yun ladled another bowl of chicken soup and handed it to him.
Knowing he couldn't hide it from her, Chen Feng half-truthfully replied, "Yes, I need to make a trip, but it's not far, just to Luohe."
The situation in Suro was too complicated to explain, and he didn't want to worry her with too many details.
"Luohe? I've heard things are quite chaotic in Suro, and Luohe is affected too."
"Be careful. If you encounter unreasonable people, it's better to yield and avoid getting hurt."
Chen Yun's expression softened, but she still offered a few words of caution.
Chen Feng nodded, and then she asked again.
"When will you be back?"
With the New Year just a few days away, it would be best to spend it with family.
Her bright eyes held a hidden expectation. Chen Feng put down the hot porridge and smiled at her.
"I'll be back to celebrate the New Year together."
"Good."
Chen Yun's brows relaxed even more, clearly in a good mood.
Chen Feng felt a rare sense of peace. After breakfast, he planned to go to the Martial Hall to take care of some matters.
Buzz!
Suddenly, his phone vibrated.
It was Lin Hao calling.
"Fengzi?"
"Hmm?" Chen Feng was puzzled, sensing something odd in his tone.
"Did you make a splash again yesterday?"
Lin Hao asked with a chuckle on the other end of the line. Chen Feng raised an eyebrow.
"Heh, that guy named Zhang Quan is a small supplier for the Black Crystal Group, and he just arrived in Nanjiang not long ago."
"Probably scared out of his wits, he went through several layers of connections to reach out to me, asking me to put in a good word for him. He also wants to treat you to a meal."
"Of course, I wouldn't side with them. Do whatever you want; don't mind me."
Lin Hao said with a laugh. Chen Feng remained calm.
Too weak. He had no interest in dealing with that guy.
As for the grudge between him and Jiang Weiwei, as long as it didn't involve Chen Yun, he wouldn't care.
"No need for the meal," he politely declined.
"Alright."
Lin Hao responded with a smile, knowing he had let the matter go.
"Also, there's one more thing."
"Go ahead."
"Big Sis has arrived in Nanjiang. It seems she's planning to go to Suro too."
Chen Feng was surprised.
She's going too?
He could understand Lin Hao going, given the lack of depth and strong figures.
But Meng Anran had a rich family background and many cyborgs under her command. Wouldn't it be safer to remotely control things from within the country? "I heard there's been another change in the Secret Realm in Suro. It seems some ordinary people got caught up in it, managed to escape, and even brought out some high-grade Primordial Creature Blood Essence."
"A lot of people are getting restless."
Lin Hao explained, guessing that Meng Anran definitely wouldn't enter the Secret Realm herself but just wanted to be in Suro to establish communication links and get firsthand information.
"I see."
Chen Feng's confusion dissipated, and he nodded lightly.
After a brief chat, the call ended, and he looked out the window.
Ancient Civilization Ruins. He wondered what Suro's Ancient Civilization Ruins would be like. Shaking his head, he felt he was overthinking it.
This trip to Suro was merely to assist the military in completing a Martial Arts Exchange and, along the way, to hunt down members of the Divine Martial Alliance.
As for the Secret Realm, no one could yet confirm whether it would eventually be opened to the public.
With these thoughts flashing through his mind, he put down his phone.
And just at that moment.
A peculiar fluctuation rippled through his consciousness, and a strange call echoed once more.
"Sha!!"
Under the Soul Flame, he instantly understood its meaning.
The storm clouds over Eaglefall Island had finally reappeared!
(End of the Chapter)
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