It's a pity that nowadays in the martial world, apart from those ancient sects that remain concealed, most of the sects outside focus on cultivating various national arts.

True martial arts are only inherited by those ancient sects...

Such as Shaolin, Tang Sect, Kunlun Sect, among others...

Qin Fang has clashed with experts from both Tang Sect and Shaolin. Tang Nan can be disregarded; he tried to outsmart Qin Fang in their encounter, using either poison or hidden weapons, but neither worked against Qin Fang, and ultimately he died in vain.

From Shaolin, Shen Wuben is considered an expert. Qin Fang exchanged blows with him, just a simple spar, but also witnessed the formidable inner strength of Shaolin, and Shen Wuben is merely a secular disciple.

As for Monk Wukong, his Shaolin inner strength is extremely pure. Though his strength may not appear profound, his power definitely ranks him as the top martial artist just below grandmaster level in Qin Fang's knowledge.

That's already something, but Qin Fang is confident that once he takes that crucial step, his own cultivation won't be weaker than Monk Wukong's.

However, Qin Fang knows that even if he truly reaches grandmaster-level, he still won't be able to defeat Monk Wukong. This bald monk has cultivated the Shaolin Secret Transmission's Reed Crossing River Technique, which allows him to perform incredible feats, leaving Qin Fang unable to land a hit...

"Little Monk Wukong, looks like you'll have to endure it..."

But today, Qin Fang is feeling particularly pleased, already imagining himself able to easily defeat that showy bald monk Wukong in the future.

Why?

Because the thing hidden in this painting is actually a martial arts manuscript, to be precise, a light body technique manuscript.

And that's why Qin Fang was so excited upon seeing this painting.

Qin Fang lacks ordinary cultivation techniques, but this light body technique manuscript is what he desires the most.

Light body technique has long been lost, only retained by a very few ancient sects. According to Qin Fang, only Shaolin and Kunlun Sect have it passed down; even Tang Sect seems not to have it, at least according to Tang Xin, who said she hadn't seen it.

That scarcity makes it exceptionally precious. Monk Wukong has the Reed Crossing River Technique, which frustrates Qin Fang endlessly.

Bloody-handed Demon Tu San seems to possess some kind of light body technique too, though only remnants, yet still far superior to most experts. This is evident in his skill at dodging bullets.

Now, Qin Fang finally obtained a light body technique manuscript, so he wouldn't need to always think of targeting Monk Wukong or Bloody-handed Demon Tu San, especially since even if he explosively defeated them, he might not necessarily get that manuscript.

Moreover, with Qin Fang's current strength, he's hardly a match for either of these people... Rashly trying to defeat them would surely result in him being counter-defeated.

However, the emergence of this painting spared Qin Fang from those dangers and troubles.

"Snow Traversing Step... It's the secret technique of the Snow Mountain Sect!"

With the scroll in hand, Qin Fang's scouting skill continuously observed it, gradually uncovering the secrets hidden within the painting...

This manuscript is actually the painting itself, without a single word or phrase, only the painting's artistic conception...

In the past, during the most prosperous time of the martial world, understanding was a crucial criterion for accepting disciples, while qualifications were less important.

A martial artist with good understanding might not cultivate as quickly as those with good qualifications, but once they understand, their strength would suddenly leap forward, reaching a high level in a very short time, even challenging the top experts in the world.

Similarly, many sects' cultivation techniques and secret skills are comprehended by martial artists with good understanding and then refined over generations to form a complete cultivation system.

The light body technique Qin Fang acquired, named Snow Traversing Step, is one of the renowned secret techniques of an ancient sect.

The name of this sect is the Snow Mountain Sect...

Simply mentioning the Snow Mountain Sect might not ring many bells in the martial world, but among ancient sects, it is legendary.

Their reputation might not be as prominent as Shaolin, Kunlun, or Tang Sect, but in terms of strength or heritage, they are equally formidable.

Qin Fang learned about the existence of the Snow Mountain Sect from Tang Xin, and previously, not only Qin Fang but many people from Dragon Country thought of this sect as merely fictional.

Because the Snow Mountain Sect's location is in Tianshan, and their mountain gate is called... Lingjiu Palace!

Tianshan Lingjiu Palace, Misty Peak...

Famously mentioned in Elder Master Jin's "The Eight Parts of the Heavenly Dragon", this place indeed exists but is known to very few.

Of course, the sect residing here is the Snow Mountain Sect, not the Tianshan Childlike Elder's, and definitely not the Xiaoyao Sect; it is an ancient sect comparable to Kunlun and Shaolin, just more mysterious and rarely seen.

"Didn't expect the Snow Mountain Sect's light body technique to be spread..."

Qin Fang felt fortunate. The Snow Mountain Sect has few members and passes down their legacy very secretly, with disciples rarely venturing out. Unexpectedly, even their secret manual Snow Traversing Step could be leaked; it's hard to imagine...

Earlier, he also used Mind Reading Technique on that middle-aged man, and this painting is indeed passed down from his ancestors. As for how his ancestors obtained it, it remains unknown.

"Doesn't matter, now that this secret technique is in my hands, there's no need to be courteous..."

Qin Fang is not one to shy away from trouble. Cultivating the Snow Mountain Sect's unique light body technique is sure to stir up some issues, like if the Snow Mountain Sect knew, they might send someone to demand it.

However, these light body technique manuscripts are sparsely passed down, already incredibly fortunate to have stumbled upon one. Qin Fang has long desired it.

Now the secret technique is in his possession; he cannot just look at it without practicing it.

"When weapons come, block them; when water comes, cover it with earth. Who's afraid of whom?"

Anyway, Qin Fang has so many foe already that another Snow Mountain Sect doesn't matter.

Moreover, if the Snow Mountain Sect comes looking for trouble, it might not necessarily be hostile. If they approach with good manners, Qin Fang wouldn't mind returning the Snow Traversing Step manuscript...

Of course, if the Snow Mountain Sect behaves like Tianchi Sect, Qin Fang won't be polite to them...

Qin Fang certainly plans to cultivate this secret technique, but this place isn't suitable. After returning Young Master Liang's two million, he had no intention of staying any longer.

The Snow Traversing Step light body technique is waiting for him; not rushing back to practice and swiftly mastering it makes Qin Fang impatient.

Light body technique!

Qin Fang has longed for it for a long time, how could he possibly stay still!

"It's just not interesting anymore, I'll head back first..."

Qin Fang took the painting scroll, bid farewell to Young Master Liang, and planned to return to the hotel to quickly study this light body technique.

"Yeah, not much interest, let's go together..."

Young Master Liang felt slightly unsatisfied but seeing Qin Fang didn't want to stay anymore, staying alone seemed pointless.

Comparing gambling skills, Young Master Liang is a novice, a sucker next to Qin Fang. When Qin Fang was around, he naturally followed Qin Fang's bets, almost always winning, but if Qin Fang left, betting alone, his over two million chips would likely be gone soon...

Earlier, he observed the situation with the middle-aged man who sold the painting, and within a short time after getting two million, he'd already lost over fifty thousand, this speed...(To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets on Qidian.com; your support is my biggest motivation.)

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