C103 Ice Crystal Fire Body(2)

A vision of a woman in a pure white gown, her beauty unmatched even without makeup, appeared before Woo Zhengyang. As she faded into points of white light, disappearing into the air, Zhengyang felt as if the world around him became steeped in sorrow.

Zhengyang understood that the woman's lingering spirit was gone. What remained were only feelings of regret, longing, and unfulfilled desires.

"I will forever remember your name and your image, ensuring your presence in this world accompanies me to the pinnacle of martial arts," Zhengyang vowed to the empty air, his voice more resolute than ever.

Though this wasn't a parting of life and death, it was an unforgettable moment for Zhengyang. To avoid such regrets in his future, he knew he must break free from all constraints and achieve eternal greatness.

The Ice Crystal Fire Palace was taken away, and the Ice Crystal Fire Formation dispersed, leaving the surroundings barren. Even the magnificent icy mountains began to melt away.

Zhengyang sat there for a day, unusually not engaging in his usual training. In this place, he gained insights far more valuable, a profound understanding of martial arts and life that transcended his years.

"Young Master!" A voice echoed in his mind, pulling Zhengyang from his deep contemplation.

The woman had mentioned that the four dual-spirit girls in the palace could be unsealed, and it seemed to have happened sooner than expected.

A thought crossed Woo Zhengyang's mind, and a point of light appeared before him. In an instant, he found himself in the Ice Crystal Fire Hall. Four graceful figures were moving around inside, their expressions complex as they looked at their sisters still encased in ice.

When they saw Woo Zhengyang appear, the four turned simultaneously, suddenly realizing something. Blushing, they hid behind the frozen girls. Woo Zhengyang had momentarily forgotten about this situation and felt quite awkward. Fortunately, Gongyang Qiusheng's Hidden Heaven Bag contained plenty of clothing, including women's garments. He quickly took them out and tossed them to the four before leaving the hall.

After a while, a voice called out, "Young Master, you can come in now!" Re-entering, Woo Zhengyang saw the four young women now dressed, though their cheeks were still flushed as they looked at him. They bowed in unison, saying, "Young Master!"

"Why that title?" Woo Zhengyang asked, a bit taken aback.

"It's what the Palace Lord instructed us in her message," one of the young women explained.

"Uh... alright then," Woo Zhengyang replied, not refusing. It was the last wish of Nalan Yan'er, and he couldn't bring himself to deny it.

"Young Master, my name is Bing'er!"

"I'm Li'er!"

"I'm Jing'er!"

"And I'm Huo'er!"

The four individuals introduced themselves in turn, and then the woman named Bing'er began teaching Woo Zhengyang the "Ice Crystal Fire Technique." This technique isn't exactly a martial art; rather, it's a method for harmonizing the two opposing energies within the Ice Crystal Fire Body. It wasn't difficult to learn, and before long, Woo Zhengyang had mastered it.

In ancient times, the Ice Crystal Fire Palace, as Woo Zhengyang had imagined, focused on both body strengthening and energy cultivation. The technique involved using fire to temper the body and ice to refine the meridians. Initially, Woo Zhengyang didn't notice much, but after gaining control, he observed changes in his body.

With the Flesh Condensing Technique in operation, Woo Zhengyang felt his vitality brimming with endless fire energy. Although he couldn't yet unleash it due to his current level, he anticipated that in the future, every punch might carry intense heat or even flames.

As for the effects of the ice energy, it was integrated into his genuine qi. Despite the freezing nature of ice energy, it didn't slow down the flow of genuine qi; instead, it made it easier to refine. This was incredibly valuable for any cultivator, as faster refinement equated to quicker progress.

This benefit was equally advantageous for Woo Zhengyang's practice of the "Sword-breaking Void Technique." Thanks to the ice energy, the strength of his meridians had increased several times over, eliminating concerns about damage from the sword-shaped genuine qi and significantly boosting his cultivation speed.

Apart from the "Ice Crystal Fire Technique," Bing'er and her companions also possess a set of body-strengthening and energy-cultivating methods, along with corresponding martial skills. This approach differs from modern sects, where disciples typically focus on a single technique or skill, unlike today's sects that eagerly collect techniques from all over. However, the quality of techniques and skills is more important than quantity. Even if one were to gather all the techniques in the world, they might not compare to the comprehensive methods of ancient times.

Unfortunately, these techniques and skills are exclusive to women, leaving Woo Zhengyang only to dream about them. Yet, considering the unique nature of the "Sword Sacrifice Void Technique," Woo Zhengyang feels content. As another ancient secret technique, the "Sword Sacrifice Void Technique" offers a different path, which holds more allure for him.

Bing'er and her friends have just recovered, currently possessing the strength of a One-star Martial Disciple. While they are eager to explore the world, they understand that strength is crucial in any era. Ultimately, they decide to stay in the Ice Crystal Fire Hall to train further.

After storing the Ice Crystal Fire Hall in his mind, Woo Zhengyang heads toward the Light Door of the Ice Fire Mystic Realm...