Xiao Han thought in his heart. As the sect master of a small sect, Venerable Ku Mu's entire life's fortune was probably in this storage ring.
I'm going to make a fortune this time!
Unexpectedly, when his mental power entered Venerable Ku Mu's storage ring, Xiao Han only 'saw' a space of two feet square.
One had to know that Hua Rong's storage ring contained a space of five feet square, while Venerable Ku Mu's storage ring had less than half of the space inside!
"A martial artist is indeed a martial artist … so poor … even the quality of his storage ring is so low …" Xiao Han laughed involuntarily.
In the next moment, Xiao Han carefully checked the items inside the storage ring.
He saw a black cloak, an old tree bark, a bamboo scroll, and a lifeless withered wooden stump in the storage ring.
This withered wooden stump was dead silent, emitting a withering aura. The wrinkles on the bark were dim, and the artistic conception was extremely bleak.
Apart from that, there were only a thousand True Martial coins.
There was nothing else.
"Eh … This Venerable Ku Mu is too poor and dejected …" Xiao Han was speechless.
He casually took out the bamboo scroll.
With the dim light in the cave, Xiao Han saw that the bamboo scroll was filled with densely packed tiny words.
After reading for a while, it turned out that the bamboo scroll recorded the situation of 'Withered Wood Sect'.
Withered Wood Sect was indeed a small sect in the Beacon Fire Empire.
It had a history of around two thousand years. Until now, it was still lacking in manpower, with only a few hundred disciples.
The founder of Withered Wood Sect was a True Qi Realm expert, but it was short-lived.
Among the younger generation, there were no more True Qi Realm experts.
The previous sect masters were at most at the Blood Transformation Realm.
Moreover, as a small sect in the martial world, they lacked resources. Even if they reached the Blood Transformation Realm, they did not have enough resources to break through to the True Qi Realm.
This Withered Wood Sect was not declining, but it was just an unknown small sect. In front of a colossus like the Cloud Rain Sect, it was simply like an ant.
After putting the bamboo scroll back into the storage ring, Xiao Han took out the old tree bark.
He took a look …
"Withered Wood Collection."
It was actually a martial art manual!
"Eh?
This is interesting. "Xiao Han's interest was piqued as he studied the old tree bark with great interest.
There were only two moves recorded in the Withered Tree Treasure Record.
Withered Wood Palm … Upon mastering this move, wood rings would appear on the center of one's palm and one would be able to experience the vicissitudes of life.
With a palm strike, all living things withered and withered.
The meridians and internal organs of those struck by the palm withered.
Moreover, the middle part of the palm was bark-like, wrinkled and crisscrossed, and medicine could not cure it.
Wooden Dragon Pillar … His entire body's strength transformed into a cylindrical pillar. It had the power to uproot mountains and fill up rivers. It was capable of sweeping away thousands of enemies with astonishing power.
Moreover, this move carried a strong bleak concept. Withered leaves fluttered about, the autumn wind murderous, and it threw one's mind into chaos.
In addition, to practice the two moves recorded in the Withered Wood Treasure Record, one must visualize a piece of withered wood that had been passed down for generations in the Withered Wood Sect.
In fact, Xiao Han had not only seen Venerable Deadwood use the Withered Wood Palm and the Wooden Dragon Stump, but he had also forcefully endured these two moves.
Objectively speaking, these two moves were still very powerful.
It was just that Venerable Deadwood's cultivation and strength were not up to par, so he was unable to display the true essence of these two moves.
Suddenly, a thought flashed in Xiao Han's mind … "My Son of Heaven's Divine Fist must be my trump card, a secret skill that cannot be easily used.
Then … I must cultivate another martial skill … Why don't I cultivate this Withered Tree Treasure Record? "
As he thought of this, Xiao Han was eager to make a move.
"Alright!
I'll immediately cultivate the Withered Wood Treasure Record! "
Xiao Han easily made a decision.
First, Xiao Han repeatedly read the Withered Wood Palm and Wooden Dragon Stump recorded on the old tree bark, the circulation route, and the force exertion technique of these two moves a few times until he could memorize them like the back of his hand.
Subsequently, Xiao Han took out the withered wood pillar that seemed like it was on the verge of death.
This withered wood pillar was very old, and it was unclear what tree it was cut from.
It looked ordinary and lifeless, but it gave Xiao Han a very profound concept.
"To cultivate the two martial skills in the Withered Wood Treasure Record, I must visualize this withered wood pillar and thoroughly comprehend its charm.
In fact, this is also a type of 'Force' in martial skills. "
Xiao Han sat cross-legged and placed the withered wood pillar on his knees. His eyes were focused on his nose, and his nose was focused on his heart like an old monk in meditation. His soul force spread out, and he quickly entered a profound state where he forgot all about honor and disgrace.
In terms of comprehending 'Force,' Xiao Han had extremely rich experience.
After all, he had comprehended the Son of Heaven's Force contained in the Son of Heaven's Divine Fist.
There were three thousand Great Daos, but they all led to the same destination.
The method of comprehending 'Force' in any martial skill was actually the same.
In fact, to comprehend the 'Force' contained in this withered wood pillar, there were traces that could be followed.
After all, this withered wood pillar was real, and it was placed in front of Xiao Han.
Compared to Illusory Force, it was much easier to comprehend.
The successive Sect Leaders of the Withered Wood Sect were not necessarily geniuses, and there was even no lack of people with mediocre aptitudes. However, they were always able to grasp the withered wood pillar and comprehend the Force contained within it.
Everyone knew how to follow the diagram to seek the steed.
Xiao Han carefully visualized, and very quickly, his spirit formed a mysterious connection with the withered wood pillar.
He did not know whether it was because Xiao Han had comprehended the Emperor's Force, which was even more difficult to comprehend, or because Xiao Han was a transmigrator, and his soul force was naturally stronger than ordinary people.
In just half an hour, Xiao Han had already experienced the endless bleak and withering concept from this withered wood pillar!
The frosty wind was chilly, and everywhere the red and green colors were fading. The mountains were covered with clouds, and looking back in the sky, there was smoke everywhere.
Outside the setting sun, there were thousands of jackdaws, and the water flowed around the lonely village.
The autumn leaves fell, and the north wind was cold. The road ahead was long, and he was alone.
Suddenly, Xiao Han raised his right palm, and there was actually a faint wooden pattern on his palm. He struck out with his palm, and the autumn wind blew, and the leaves rustled.
Retract the palm.
Strike again. Retract the palm, strike again.
Every time he struck out, the concept in Xiao Han's palm technique would weaken a little.
Cultivation knew no time.
Xiao Han had completely forgotten about time. He kept repeating the movements of retracting and striking, and he did not know how many times he had repeated it.
In the end, the wood rings appeared on Xiao Han's palm, and when his palm struck the air, there were faint tree bark wrinkles in the air.
…
Xiao Han hugged the air, and his energy surged, forming a wooden pillar covered with old tree bark. It was mottled, and had an antique charm.
As he waved, the wooden pillar exploded in the air, and everywhere it passed, everything withered and withered.
…
"Phew ~ ~ ~" Xiao Han exhaled, "I have been cultivating for two days and two nights without sleep or rest.
The two techniques recorded in the Withered Wood Collection, the Withered Wood Palm and the Wooden Dragon Pillar, I have achieved initial success.
In the future, I will often visualize this withered wood pillar, and my martial arts will become more and more profound. "
Xiao Han smiled with satisfaction.
Shockingly!
"What?!"
While visualizing this withered wood pillar, Xiao Han's mental energy was closely connected with it. After two days and two nights of cultivation, the connection between his mental energy and the withered wood pillar became more and more intimate.
However, at this moment, Xiao Han found that his mental energy had unknowingly penetrated into the withered wood pillar, and he actually found that there was something mysterious inside!
"Could it be that there is a hidden secret?" Xiao Han was excited. He hesitated for a moment, and with a strike of his right palm, he actually split the withered wood pillar in half!
With a loud bang, a wisp of green mist emerged from the decaying and withered wooden stump!
Xiao Han focused his eyes and saw that within the withered wood pillar, there was actually a green sprout!
An inexhaustible life force diffused from this green sprout!
The entire cave was filled with the concept of spring, and all living things were coming back to life!
"Break and rebuild, the withered wood comes back to life!"
A majestic thought, like the morning bell and evening drum, resounded in Xiao Han's mind.
Xiao Han's spirit was greatly shaken!
"Boom!"
Xiao Han struck out with his palm, and wooden patterns, growth rings, and bark appeared on his palm. The air was filled with the rustling of leaves, and it was cold and somber.
However, the concept suddenly changed, and it actually came back to life. Like a withered wood meeting spring, it regained its vitality!
"Bang!"
An explosion sounded in the air!
"Hahahahaha!
I understand now!
I finally understand now!
This is the true meaning of the Withered Wood Collection!
The concept of the Withered Wood Collection was not decay, but rebirth!
In the instant that the old tree came back to life, it exploded with a terrifying vitality and power!
This was the essence of the Withered Wood Collection!
They cultivated it wrongly!
All the sect masters after Withered Wood Sect's founding master cultivated it wrongly!
Hahahaha!
No wonder after the founding master, Withered Wood Sect never had a True Qi Realm cultivator appear again!
So, none of them discovered the true secret of the Withered Wood Collection and all went astray!
Hahahaha! "
At that moment, Xiao Han's thoughts were clear and he was incomparably carefree. He actually let out a long howl.
The secret was hidden in this withered wood. He had to destroy the withered wood and rebuild it!
However, this was a treasure passed down by Withered Wood Sect's founding master. Which successive sect master would dare to damage it?
They could not even wait to worship it!
Damage?
That was blasphemy!
They did not even dare to think about it!
It was no wonder that they could not discover the shocking secret hidden within!
"Oh?
Cloud Rain Sect's lad, you're indeed hiding here. Quickly come out and receive your death! "Right then, a voice that was as calm as water but as arrogant as an emperor's sounded outside the cave.
It was Shangguan Yi's voice.
The cave that Xiao Han was hiding in was located behind a waterfall. The sound of water reverberated like thunder. For Shangguan Yi to be able to make such a calm voice pass through the waterfall and into the cave clearly, his skills were truly brilliant!
"Hehe ~ ~ ~" Xiao Han's lips curled into a strange smile as killing intent bloomed in his eyes.
He tossed the damaged wooden stump into his storage ring and strode out of the cave.
Xiao Han leaped and his body tore through the waterfall, landing on the ground.
At that moment, the sun was shining brightly. Birds chirped and water trickled in the mountains. It was an indescribable picturesque scene.
On the left side of Xiao Han, on a protruding rock, stood a short man. He looked at Xiao Han quietly, his eyes flashing with the ferocity and ruthlessness of a jackal, a tiger, or a leopard. From within his body, a wolf's howl could even be heard.
This person was extremely savage and would easily pluck the hearts of others. He was the Mountain Wolf that would turn pale at the mention of his name.
"Leave this kid's heart to me." The Mountain Wolf stuck out his tongue and licked his lower lip. He stared at Xiao Han's heart and swallowed.
To the right of Xiao Han was a huge man that looked like an iron tower. His face was crisscrossed with knife scars. His energy transformed into a sea of blood above his head. Corpses and bones were piled up and his killing intent filled the air.
The huge man crossed his arms and bared his teeth.
"Kid, kneel down and kill yourself. You can avoid the pain before you die."
In front of Xiao Han.
Shangguan Yi wore a golden robe, a jade crown, a brocade belt, and soft leather boots. He looked handsome and unrestrained.
His hands were empty, but his eyes were filled with sword qi that cut through nothingness.
He had chased after Xiao Han for several days and nights. At that moment, he was still clean and spotless. His every movement was filled with nobility and arrogance.
Behind Shangguan Yi were four beautiful girls. Their faces were tender and tender. They each held a sword, a huqin, a flute, and a guzheng.
"Your Highness, you've finally found this servant."
The sword-wielding girl presented the hilt of the sword to Shangguan Yi. "Your Highness, please kill this person."
"There's no need to use a sword to kill him," Shangguan Yi said coldly.
"He's not worthy."
"Hehe …" Surrounded by strong enemies, Xiao Han was not afraid. His spirit and aura rose steadily as he squinted his eyes.
"This Crouching Bull Mountain has beautiful scenery. The mountains are green, the water is clear, and the mist is boundless. However … there's a group of dogs barking here right now. It's a waste of resources and spoils the scenery."
"What?
What did you say? "Shangguan Yi's expression changed.
"I said you're all dogs!" Xiao Han said sternly.
"Want to kill me?
One-on-one or group battle?
One-on-one, I'll kill you one on one. Group battle, I'll kill you all together! "
"How dare you!
You're still so stubborn when you're about to die?
I'll break all the bones in your body first. Let's see if you can still be so stubborn! "
The scar-faced giant standing on the right side of Xiao Han roared in anger. His figure flashed and rushed forward. He struck with his right palm. His palm was blood-red, and his Qi force condensed into a blood palm print the size of a water tank. In an instant, the wind howled and the cries of the Cuckoos and Blood Apes could be heard. It was a bleak scene!
"Blood Evil Palm Print!"
Xiao Han's body was like stone or wood. He remained motionless. He raised his right palm, and the leaves on his palm withered and the annual rings appeared. "Deadwood Palm!"
"Bang!"
Xiao Han and the scar-faced giant's palm met. However, when Xiao Han's Deadwood Palm was released, there was an explosion of vitality amidst the dead silence and withering. The artistic conception changed abruptly, and the withered tree came back to life!
"Pfft!"
The scar-faced giant's Blood Evil Palm Print instantly collapsed and disintegrated into pieces!
In the next moment, Xiao Han struck out with another palm strike, striking the center of the scar-faced giant's chest, causing him to fly out horizontally. The clothes on his chest were torn apart, revealing a wrinkled tree bark palm print. Then …
"Bang!"
The explosive power of the withered tree came back to life exploded in the scar-faced giant's body. All the bones in his body were broken, and blood flowed out of his orifices. He fell to the ground and spasmed.
"You're just a piece of trash. How dare you roar in front of me!" Xiao Han looked at the scar-faced giant lying on the ground and vomiting blood as if he was looking at an ant.
Xiao Han thought, 'I'm only at the middle stage of the Viscera Refining Realm. Without using the Son of Heaven's Divine Fist and the Demon Thearch Palm, I can easily defeat this famous martial artist. If I reach the peak of the Viscera Refining Realm, my strength will double.