Entering the territory of Great Wei, Shen Han felt he walked with more ease.

Within Qianyang Country, there was always a sense of discomfort.

Upon reaching the town, the first task was to locate the postal station.

Shen Han wrote two letters, one to the Shen Family saying he would return on time and not to harm any innocent people.

The second letter was addressed to Madam Yun, who must have been worried about him in these recent days.

In the entire Shen Family, probably only she and Cailing would be concerned about him, so giving peace of mind to them should suffice.

After sending out the letters, Shen Han found a farmhouse in this small town and rented a room.

Although the room was simple, it came with quite a large courtyard.

A month was spent in the forest.

But there was still a month and a half until the fifteenth day of the twelfth lunar month, and the agreed time with Shen Lingsheng was still one month away.

With spare time, Shen Han naturally did not want to return to the Shen Family immediately.

Someone was watching him at the Shen Family, and his cultivation advancement faced numerous restrictions.

Moreover, he had consumed half a piece of Heavenly Material and Earthly Treasure, and his power was now at the Peak of Grade Seven.

The timing was perfect to step into the Sixth Grade.

Renting this farmhouse for a month cost only three maces of silver.

Thinking about how a night at Good Fortune Inn in Qianyang Country cost a full fifty taels, it was truly extortionate.

After moving into the farmhouse, Shen Han began his cultivation every day.

The harvest from this journey was substantial, and his main goal was to seek a set of advanced cultivation techniques.

To speak of it, the Gen Mountain Secret Technique, which he acquired, had yet to be studied.

Besides the Gen Mountain Secret Technique, Shi Yuezhu had guided him enormously over the past month.

The instruction from a Peak of Grade Four expert might be more valuable than the Gen Mountain Secret Technique.

Moreover, her guidance was extremely detailed, even the secret techniques were shared generously without reservation.

These teachings, Shen Han meticulously recorded in his small notebook.

In the future, they would require constant review.

Especially the plan for how each realm and grade should be advanced, Shi Yuezhu had thoughtfully prepared.

The Sixth Grade is a convergence, a comprehensive enhancement of all previous cultivation abilities.

To step from the Seventh Grade to the Sixth Grade, one must master all cultivation skills thoroughly.

Each skill must be wielded as naturally as eating or drinking water, and furthermore, be taken to the next level.

After these gains, came the fruit of the Heart-Breaking Vine.

Shen Han had never intended to seize this Heavenly Material and Earthly Treasure; as a Seventh Grade Martial Arts Cultivator, he was not yet qualified to compete for such a treasure.

Unexpectedly, he ended up consuming half a piece.

This month of training was indeed worthwhile.

With his current power, the second and third young masters of the clan had been left far behind.

Achieving such strength after dedicated cultivation for just four months left Shen Han confident in his future.

The rented room was quite similar to his one at Shen Mansion, both rather humble.

However, Shen Han did not mind; he was here to cultivate, not to indulge.

Flipping through the Gen Mountain Secret Technique.

Shen Han did not have much understanding of this cultivation technique.

Advanced cultivation techniques are proprietary secrets within large families and major powers.

No matter its quality, the Gen Mountain Secret Technique was at least the only technique accessible to him at present.

In the forest, Shi Yuezhu had explained much to him.

Returning now to study the Gen Mountain Secret Technique, Shen Han found he could understand quite a bit.

His innate comprehension was not poor.

However, Shen Han did not wish to spend time on enlightenment; a [simple and easy-to-learn] label fell upon the Gen Mountain Secret Technique.

In the blink of an eye, the content of this booklet began to change.

Originally difficult passages became clear and detailed.

In cultivation, the hardest part is truly the comprehension of techniques.

Most people need at least several months to fully understand a volume of cultivation techniques.

If the content is obscure, the time spent can even be measured in years.

This was Shen Han's greatest advantage.

Even the hardest techniques took him little time to comprehend.

The sole difficulty lay in his lack of resources and the need to gather as many as possible.

Sitting upright in the room, Shen Han began to study the Gen Mountain Secret Technique.

In contrast to the Mountain and River Body Refining Skill, which is a foundational cultivation technique, its principles primarily focus on body refining.

The mountain's stability and the river's gentle flow serve as its foundation, refining a robust physique.

Mental and Primordial Spirit-related content is seldom touched upon in the Mountain and River Body Refining Skill.

This is the limitation of the Mountain and River Body Refining Skill; as martial artists progress, body refining alone is insufficient.

The Martial Path involves cultivating oneself but isn't exclusively about body refinement.

Intent and momentum are the fundamental assets for martial artists to become formidable powerhouses.

The Gen Mountain Secret Technique is entirely different from the Mountain and River Body Refining Skill.

The techniques shown hardly mention body refining.

Advancement in cultivation relies on the perception of spiritual power, intent, and momentum.

In concentrated thought, as instructed by the Gen Mountain Secret Technique, Shen Han began exploring this profound "intent."

With a thought, Shen Han felt as if he had fallen into a vast expanse between heaven and earth.

Surrounded by a boundless prairie, he bowed his head to look at the grass nearby, many of which were still adorned with small pale yellow flowers.

The scent of fragrance could even be detected amidst his breath.

The Gen Mountain Secret Technique could create a miniature world within the sea of consciousness for cultivation and insight!

The differences between advanced cultivation techniques are substantial.

In the forest, Shen Han also heard Shi Yuezhu introduce various techniques.

Yet, among the techniques she mentioned, none had such capabilities.

He casually chose an open spot and sat cross-legged.

The mind pursued that wisp of "intent" according to the Gen Mountain Secret Technique.

Shen Han was not unfamiliar with "intent."

As early as his days at the Shen Family, Senior Sister Liu Xilan had lent him a volume of Misty Sword Intent for study.

But Misty Sword Intent was the insight of other sages, and his understanding was merely an appreciation of their achievements.

For martial artists to reach higher and farther, understanding one's inner intent is crucial.

From the Sixth Grade onwards, each step is a chasm, and "intent" is within that chasm.

Some have entered the Sixth Grade but struggle to comprehend the "intent" of predecessors.

Those who do grasp it often find their understanding shallow and lacking depth.

From the Sixth Grade, the disparity in power among martial artists will increase dramatically.

Mental explorations roam between the heavens and the earth, seeking inner intent.

The mystique of the Gen Mountain Secret Technique became evident at this moment.

After consuming the Heart-Breaking Vine's fruit, Shen Han had already sensed his power reaching the Peak of Grade Seven.

Only one step remained before stepping into the Sixth Grade.

As mental explorations continued, the entire body was gradually becoming unified and coordinated.

In this vast world, Shen Han held a Sword Shadow in his hand.

Sword Technique, Sword Intent, Sword Momentum.

Numerous techniques began to merge, stepping into the Sixth Grade, which would dramatically enhance his bodily control and technique coordination.

A thought triggered, leaping forward with the wind.

Stepping into the Sixth Grade.

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