Inside the light column, dense and numerous light spots emerged immediately, like a group of fireflies gathering together, completely covering Meng Qis body, constantly drilling in and out.

  Meng Qi only felt his muscles and skin tearing in pain, especially in the Dan Tian area. However, his body was controlled by an inexplicable force, making it difficult for him to move or even speak. He could only endure this suffering, as if he had been tortured in the eighteen layers of hell repeatedly.

  Just as Meng Qi was about to collapse, his vision began to blur, and a warmth appeared in his lower abdomen. The true energy that had filled the various orifices naturally surged out, flowing back into the dantian that had just been condensed, before returning to their respective orifices along different routes, leaving behind only a faint warmth within the dantian.

  This warm intention circulated through the fixed meridians for several rounds, connecting some orifices, constantly developing and expanding, and tempering these orifices, preparing for future condensation.

  Thus, the route of internal power operation was deeply imprinted in Meng Qis mind.

  The light faded away, and the severe pain was also gone, but that feeling still lingered in Meng Qis heart, making him unable to "forget" for a long time.

  "Exchange complete." The voice of "The Master of Six Paths Reincarnation" rang out without any fluctuations.

  Meng Qi couldnt help but stay within the light pillar, moving his hands and feet, only to feel that his strength had increased greatly. Then, he patted his body, feeling as if he was patting a thick layer of fabric, without any pain at all.

  "Hmm." Meng Qi let out a breath, it seemed that his external cultivation was fine. Next, he tried to drive the true qi in his dantian, following that simple route and running two circles, striving to quickly make these into his own true possessions.

  "Is everything all right?" Jiang Zhiwei asked with concern and curiosity from outside the light pillar.

  Meng Qi shook his head: "Comparatively successful."

  As they spoke, he flipped through "Qigong Period Martial Arts" and selected "Shen Xing Ba Bu".

  A burst of light, and Meng Qis hand inexplicably held an additional grey, dusty ancient book written in a style similar to regular script, titled "Divine Steps Eight".

  After casually flipping through it, Meng Qi confirmed that this was a light skill manual. Without time to read carefully, he first tucked it into his bosom and walked out of the light column.

  "This Master of the Six Paths is indeed a wonder that defies age." Meng Qi smiled at Jiang Zhiwei, Zhang Yuanshan and others.

  Jiang Zhiwei nodded slightly and said with a hint of a smile, "Little monk, you must be extremely careful, or else Ill try out your Iron Shirt?"

  "Alright." Meng Qi naturally didnt want to be careless on a matter of life and death.

  Although the iron shirt belongs to external skill, it has already merged into the skin and muscles, and there is no problem that it will only be effective if internal energy is used, but he still brings up internal power, striving to maximize the effect of the iron shirt.

  Just as he was about to catch his breath, Meng Qis vision blurred for a moment, and all he saw was a flash of sword light shooting towards him like a meteor, piercing his left shoulder before he could even react.

  Puff, the long sword made a sound like a defeated drum, only the tip of the sword was inserted a little deeper, and Meng Qi felt a slight stinging pain.

  The long sword was drawn out, and only one drop of fresh blood flowed out.

  Jiang Zhiwei sheathed his long sword, wiped the tip of the blade, and nodded slightly: "This iron shirt is indeed not deceiving, just now that sword, I have used four parts of my strength, and this White Rainbow Piercing Sun Sword of mine still belongs to the sharp instrument level. Hmm, Im afraid I need to use five parts of my strength to truly break through your iron shirt."

  "Not bad, not bad!" Although he could only block Jiang Zhiwus attacks that were below 50% of his strength, Meng Qi was already very satisfied. Just a moment ago, he wasnt even as strong as Jiang Zhiwu at 10% of his power!

  Zhang Yuanshan was also very satisfied on the side, smiling and saying: "Ordinary Jianghu people who are still in the stage of accumulating energy and small achievements, if they dont go all out and have a good weapon, Im afraid its impossible to truly hurt you, Brother Zhending. However, when facing those who have achieved great success in accumulating energy, you must also be careful, try to exchange injuries for injuries, and quickly end the battle."

  "Ah, thank you for your advice, Brother Zhang." Meng Qi understood what Zhang Yuanshan meant. His newly formed "Iron Cloth Shirt" might not be able to withstand a full-force attack from someone who had built up their internal energy, but it would still have some effect in reducing damage. Therefore, during battle, he should utilize this advantage to exchange light injuries for heavy ones.

  At this time, Qi Xia chuckled and said, "Dont let Little Monk become arrogant."

  She turned her gaze to Meng Qi: "There are still many weaknesses in the Iron Cloth Shirt, you know it well yourself. In battle, one must be careful of these places. Moreover, different types of weapons have varying effects on the Iron Cloth Shirt, and you should study this thoroughly."

  At some point, she followed Jiang Zhiwei and started calling him Little Monk.

  Meng Qi solemnly acknowledged, knowing that Qi Xias words were not in vain. He knew that his own eyes, temples and other areas were currently vulnerable, while the Iron Shirt was a horizontally practiced external skill that had been tempered through pounding and striking, with excellent defensive effects against clubs and sticks. However, when facing attacks from knives and swords, it would be much weaker.

  "Here, the Five Tigers Breaking Gate Knife technique." Qi Xia handed Meng Qi a secret book, also with a dusty exterior, but the paper looked very new.

  Meng Qichen sincerely thanked him and put it away after flipping through it casually. Jiang Zhiwei walked to the light pillar and brought out the "Exchange Spectrum".

  She didnt directly let the exchange spectrum display to the position of "Tiancong Pill", but instead started from the beginning, her eyes scanning the list, only briefly stopping at the top of the sword techniques such as "Jietian Seven Swords", "Taishang Sword Classic", "Wusheng Thirteen Swords", "Xian Shou Changsheng Sword", "Zhi Ge Sword Method", "Kanxu Sword Method" and "Dugu Nine Swords". Her eyes were focused, slightly burning with intensity.

  "Ah." She let out a sigh full of meaning, and on the exchange list appeared "Tiancong Pill".

  "Alright." She reached into the light column, pulled out a wax-sealed dan medicine, and lightly scratched the tip of her finger to break open the wax skin. A refreshing fragrance wafted out, and then she carefully smelled the scent and nodded slightly: "Its indeed Tiancong Pill."

  Zhang Yuanshan smiled and walked to her side, exchanging the "Tian Can Di Que 108 Swords" for "Hun Tian Hei Di". Then he put away the thin pages of paper, turned his head to look at Qi Zhengyan: "Now its Master Zhengyans turn, have you thought about what you want to exchange?"

  Qizheng bowed his hands and said sincerely: "My martial arts skills are mediocre, my knowledge is shallow, please advise me, Master Zhang, Miss Jiang, and Miss Qi."

  Zhang Yuanshan pondered for a moment before saying: "Zheng Yan, I observe that your main cultivation is the Long River Swordsmanship?"

  "Right, the solitary smoke in the vast desert is straight, and the long river sets with a round sun." A hint of bitter smile appeared on Qi Zhengyans rigid face.

  This made Meng Qi stunned, were they talking about the cut?

  Xuan Xin was supposed to introduce the various factions to the new disciples, but he loved talking about his own Jianghu anecdotes. He was also lazy and often procrastinated, so some factions were only briefly mentioned, while others hadnt even been discussed yet. The Huahua Sword Faction belonged to the latter category.

  Jiang Zhiwei saw Meng Qis stunned expression and smiled, explaining casually: "The founder of the Huahua Sword Sect was well-read in poetry and books, and hid in the deep mountains during the change of dynasties. He happened to meet an immortal and obtained a divine technique that surpassed the world, creating the Huahua Sword Sect. Because of his hobby, each door of the orthodox martial arts in the Huahua Sword Sect is named after one or two sentences of ancient poetry. For example, this sword technique is called Great Desert Solitary Smoke Straight, Long River Sunset Round, while ordinary Jianghu friends are not patient enough to recite poems and give these martial arts brief names, such as Long River Sword Technique."

  Qizheng cleared his throat and did not refute him. He knew that the founder of their sect was just a poor scholar, so he would name it in this way. How could he be considered a well-read person? And such blasphemy against the founder, he naturally couldnt say it out loud. He secretly thanked Jiang Zhimiao for leaving some face for himself and his sect.

  "Yes." Zhang Yuanshan also said with a smile, "We call it Xian Shou Changsheng Sword of the Huahua Sword Sects town sect sword classic. The full name is Immortal supports my top, hair knot grants longevity."

  "Theres also Bright Moonlight Gives Birth to a Sword, little monk, do you know which poem it is?" Qi Xia added with a smile.

  Ancient poetry...... Meng Qi slightly furrowed his brow, was it a coincidence or another reason?

  "The bright moon and the tide are born together on the sea."

  "Not bad, judging from your previous outfit of fine leather and tender skin, youre indeed not from an ordinary family background." Qi Xia said to Jiang Shangs son and daughter, speaking quite boldly, and Meng Qis response confirmed her previous guess.

  Meng Qi pursed his lips, and before he knew it, he was being tested. At such a young age, how could he be so cunning!

  As for the matter of ancient poetry, he quickly threw it to the back of his mind, anyway, there was no way to investigate it temporarily. At the same time, he thought with a slight joy in his heart: "In the future, when I am dressed in white clothes, with a long sword hanging from my waist, shaking a folding fan, and reciting poetry, I wont be questioned because of the lack of origin of the poem..."

  "After a brief conversation, Zhang Yuanshan continued the previous topic: Zheng Yan, the "Long River Swordsmanship" is known for its rigor and also contains killing moves. In my opinion, it suits your temperament very well, but ultimately lacks flexibility and adaptability when facing enemies. It has an excess of defense but a lack of offense. I suggest you first choose a swordsmanship that excels in unpredictability to practice as a supplement, and after mastering the related nine major acupoints, accumulate good deeds during the next task and exchange them for "Tiancong Pills"."

  "With your current state, even with Tian Cong Wan, Im afraid you wont be able to break through." Jiang Zhiwei pointed this out bluntly.

  Qizheng nodded solemnly: "The nine orifices related to the eyes, I have indeed only condensed six of them. There is still a need for further refinement through hard work. Lets follow Zhang Shixiongs suggestion and exchange it."

  After he agreed, everyone took out their own jade books to help him screen similar and affordable swordsmanship. Finally, Meng Qi, who had "seen much and knew widely", found a martial art that made Qizheng very satisfied.

  Zheng spoke to Meng with a slight bow: "Thank you, Brother Zhēn Dìng. I originally wanted to exchange for the Ròu Xià Yǔ Gū Wù Qí Fēi, Qiū Shuǐ Gòng Cháng Tiān Yī Sè style, but it ultimately belongs to our schools secret transmission sword method. If I were to practice it rashly and get discovered later, Id be accused of stealing the technique. This Bǎi Biàn Qiān Huàn Yún Wù Shí Sān Shì, on the other hand, is not only agile and unpredictable, with its strength lying in its changes, but also allows for unexpected encounters."

  "Falling Clouds and Autumn Water Sword..." Jiang Zhi whispered to Meng Qi "Common Name".

  "This is too arrogant! Meng Qi secretly ridiculed the founder of the Huahua Sword Sect, but his face smiled and said: "Im just a casual glance, no need to thank you.""

  "This Bai Bian Qian Huan Yun Wu Shi San Shi is the secret transmission of Mount Heng Sect in The Smiling, Proud Wanderer, Meng Qi had once thought of exchanging it, but unfortunately, the carefree swordsmen temporarily have no fate with him."

  This sword technique costs 150 good deeds in total. If exchanged separately, the general outline requires 20 good deeds, and each style requires 10 good deeds. Therefore, Qizheng Yan exchanged the general outline and four styles, and the remaining 10 good deeds were used to exchange a bottle of "Lingzhi Qiwan", which is used to improve internal strength and quickly condense the acupoints.

  "Now only Qi Shimei is left." Zhang Yuanshan smiled warmly at Qi Xia, "You exchanged ordinary secret books and miscellaneous studies with the Master of the Six Paths of Reincarnation to exchange for good deeds. Im afraid youve already set your sights on something?"

  Qī Xià smiled and nodded: "Elder brother Zhangs eyes are like torches, little sisters thoughts cant escape you. Ive taken a liking to the crafting and usage of that Tang Flower."

  "Tang Flower?"

  "Tang Flower?"

  The same words spoken from different mouths, yet the feeling is completely different. Zhang Yuanshan and others are curious and puzzled, while Meng Qi is shocked. "Tang Hua" one of the three great absolute dark weapons in the "Divine State Hero" series? Not a unique door, not a strange door, but an absolute door!

  Qiu Xia looked at Meng Qi and asked: "Little monk, did you see how this hidden weapon was made?"

  "Hmm, I initially thought that my martial arts skills were not good enough, so I wanted to find some powerful hidden weapons and means of self-defense." Meng Qi could only explain it this way.

  Qī Xià didnt say much, smiling at Zhāng Yuǎn Shān and Jiāng Zhǐ Wēi: "I was scolded by my father since I was young for not focusing on martial arts, indulging in miscellaneous studies. So, until today, I havent been able to open my eyes to the truth. Among those miscellaneous studies, Im particularly fond of mechanisms and hidden weapons. Unfortunately, within the Dà Jiāng gang, these two aspects of miscellaneous studies are not outstanding. Although my uncles have similar unique skills, they wont teach me without hiding anything. Today, seeing the method of making Táng Huā, Im delighted."

  "Having multiple masters of the Imperial Court and experts in hidden weapons is a good thing for us, as we can respond to more situations." Zhang Yuanshan and Jiang Zhiwei both agreed with Qi Xias choice.

  "Tang Flower" is a rare and precious hidden weapon from the Tang Sect in Shu, with an extremely high exchange price. A single "Tang Flower" made from corresponding hidden weapons and hand techniques, even if used once and rendered ineffective, requires 300 merits to acquire. If one receives guidance from the "Master of the Six Paths Reincarnation", mastering how to create and use it, initial comprehension requires 300 merits, while complete mastery requires 600 merits. However, if one directly exchanges for a diagram containing the methods of creation and usage, then gathers materials themselves, risking various dangers to study, it only requires 150 merits.

  Qī Xià exchanged some secret recipes and miscellaneous studies, finally gathering a total of one hundred and fifty good deeds, obtaining the method for making and using "Tang Flower".

  "Exchange complete, choose the items you need to store and then return to your own world, waiting for the next cycle to begin. During this time, it is impossible to enter or exit this place. If you want to cultivate here, you must exchange time now." The majestic voice of the Lord of the Six Paths Reincarnation echoed.

  Because he couldnt come and go as he pleased, Meng Qi naturally carried the secret book with him and roughly checked his "territory".

  Behind the White Jade Gate is an empty room. If you want a bed or chair, you need to exchange for them.

  A burst of light poured down, enveloping Meng Qi and the others as they returned to the square. Then, Meng Qi completely lost consciousness.

  Dark and heavy, Meng Qi struggled hard, suddenly turning over and sitting up, just in time to see a patch of moonlight like water, peaceful and quiet.

  Then, the familiar sound of Zhen Hui and Zhen Guans sleeping breathing also entered his ears.

  Back in the Zen room... As soon as this thought arose, Meng Qi unconsciously held his breath, and a warmth spread from his dantian, a gentle stream slowly rising.

  "Huh, little jade Buddha..." Overjoyed to find that everything he had exchanged for still existed, Meng Qi suddenly discovered that the small jade Buddha he wore around his neck had split into two pieces, and there was no longer that kind of transparent warmth and peace.

  He was shocked and suspicious, tossing and turning, unable to fall asleep. After a while, the familiar bell rang out, but it didnt have its usual calmness. One ring followed another, as if something big had happened in the temple!