Chapter 1: Cultivation of Severed Meridians

There are even more formidable individuals who, after becoming martial practitioners, refine stellar elemental energy, continuously strengthen their own power, break through the martial realm, and open star gates, thereby connecting with more stars and condensing various star souls

"Yes, go ahead, remember to rest early, and also, do not absorb the essence of heaven and earth," Qin Wentian advised.

Ah... The white-haired Qing beside her was almost startled into exclaiming, covering her mouth with her small hand. She looked at Qin Wentian's frenzied actions and then glanced at her sister, Bai Qiuxue.

Hold steadfast to your true self; pain is merely a matter of thought. Empty yourself and imagine that in this moment, you are a beautiful spirit soaring through the celestial river of stars, admiring the splendid beauty of the stars, as if in a dream. As for pain, it will pass like a fleeting dream.

"Qing'er, how many types of star souls have you heard of?" Qin Wentian inquired.

"Father, if it weren't for Brother Wentian, my sister might not have been able to condense the Star Soul," Bai Qing muttered. Only then did Bai Qingsong look at Qin Wentian, smiled, and said, "Wentian, you have worked hard today as well. You should rest early. Qiu Xue and I will take our leave now"

According to legend, the most formidable martial cultivators of the Nine Heavens Continent can open a star gate with each breakthrough in their realm, thereby connecting to a star. Ultimately, they can establish their own martial destiny stars in the Nine Heavens, transforming into the transcendent war gods of the Nine Heavens.

In the Third Heaven, my sister communicated for the first time about the condensation of star souls from the stars of the Third Heaven. Doesn't that mean it will be easy to condense the second and third star souls in the future? That's wonderful; I will go tell Father. Bai Qing seemed even happier than her sister.

The meridians are distributed throughout the human body, connecting the physical form. A disruption in the meridians is akin to a disability, representing an incomplete body. Practitioners of martial arts must continuously expand their meridians, and even after reaching the stage of body refinement, they must reshape the meridians, forging the nine major meridians and connecting to the seven primary orifices, the five internal organs, and the limbs and bones, thereby enabling the continuous excavation and development of human potential

There are very few people in Tianyong City who can condense star souls. I haven't heard much about it. What about you, Brother Tian?

"Practicing in dreams, allowing one to dream, is truly miraculous," Bai Qing murmured softly

People on the mainland revere martial arts. From a young age, individuals perceive the vital energy of the universe through meditation, practicing breathing techniques to cultivate their spirit and refine their skills, ultimately becoming martial practitioners.

Heber once said that Tianyong City is too small; in the face of the continent, it is merely an ant

As Bai Qiuxue's body gradually calmed down, Qin Wentian took out nine silver needles and pierced them into Bai Qiuxue's head

Qin Wentian's voice was gentle, drifting with the wind into Bai Qiuxue's eardrum, causing the tremors in her body to become much more subtle

Most people absorb the vitality of heaven and earth while contemplating the stars. This way, even if they cannot become martial destiny practitioners, it will not hinder their martial cultivation. However, Brother Wentian, your approach is to firmly believe that you must condense the star soul and become a martial destiny practitioner. Isn't that quite risky? If you fail to become a martial destiny practitioner, it would delay your cultivation.

Bai Qing's beautiful eyes widened, this is the star soul phantom... Sister, are we really going to condense the star soul

"Qing, come with me. Don't disturb your brother Wentian," Bai Qingsong said to Bai Qing. However, Bai Qing stuck out her tongue and replied, "Why didn't Father force me to call him brother-in-law today? I'm just chatting with brother Wentian here. You and sister can go ahead and get busy."

In an instant, Qin Wentian's face was filled with a look of anguish; this pain was more than ten times what Bai Qiuxue had endured, yet he still gritted his teeth firmly

"I heard that I am born with a severed meridian and cannot cultivate, is that true?" Qin Wentian said with a smile, then sat up and continued, "Who says that being born with a severed meridian means one cannot cultivate? I will definitely become a martial practitioner."

Having absorbed the essence of heaven and earth, the vital energy now resides within the meridians and acupoints of the body, which inevitably weakens the sensitivity to the power of the stars, thereby diminishing the hope of condensing the star soul. Qin Wentian lay on the ground, gazing at the myriad stars in the sky

Under the night sky, the starlight above continuously falls upon Bai Qiuxue, illuminating her graceful figure and her fair skin, which is faintly visible through her sweat-soaked clothing. However, at this moment, Qin Wentian has no mind to appreciate this beautiful scene

Bai Qingsong glanced at Bai Qing and then nodded, leaving together with Bai Qiuxue

Qin Wentian's voice carried a hypnotic power, and slowly, above Bai Qiuxue's head, a phantom gradually took shape, that of a golden crane spreading its wings, filled with curves and a sense of powerful beauty

State of Chu, Tianyong City, Bai Family

The first star soul of my sister has already communicated with the stars of the third heaven. Father is surely going to consult the family elders with the books again, and I have no desire to go. Bai Qing smiled slightly as she saw Bai Qingsong leave: "Brother Wentian, I used to not believe it, but I didn't expect you really did it. You previously didn't allow my sister to absorb the essence of heaven and earth, nor did you let her condense the star soul in advance. Was it all for today?"

When Qin Wentian initially damaged his meridians, he nearly became a cripple. However, Hei Bo used medicinal substances to cleanse his body, preventing him from becoming disabled. Coupled with Qin Wentian's daily physical training, which he never interrupted, he was able to possess the physique of a normal person

Qin Wentian's eyes also revealed a brilliant smile, infused with a naive, sunny aura, completely devoid of the seriousness from earlier

The third layer. Bai Qiuxue also smiled, radiantly and, of course, beautifully. Bai Qiuxue is sixteen years old this year and is one of the four great beauties of Tianyong City, the young lady of the Bai family

On Bai Qiuxue, the starlight shone brilliantly. Finally, with a sound of a crane's call, the golden crane solidified, and a terrifying power of the stars spread out. Bai Qiuxue's beautiful eyes opened, bright as the stars.

Bai Qiuxue's forehead was drenched in sweat, as if she were in great pain, yet she still gritted her teeth and persevered

Understood. Bai Qing stuck out her tongue at Qin Wentian and then jogged away. Watching Bai Qing's graceful figure, Qin Wentian suddenly realized that, unknowingly, this girl had already grown up. At fifteen, she was already tall and elegant, no longer the little girl he had met three years ago. A clean smile appeared on Qin Wentian's face.

In the Nine Heavens Continent, above the firmament, there are nine rivers of stars, each formed by an endless interweaving of celestial bodies. These nine rivers of stars are also known as the Nine Layers of Heaven

Saying this, she unceremoniously kissed Qin Wentian on the face

"From now on, it will depend on you." Qin Wentian thought to himself, a hint of seriousness appearing on the still somewhat youthful face of the boy.

However, I heard that..." Bai Qing hesitated to continue her words

Gather the Lion Star Soul, which grants you the power of a fierce beast, allowing you to easily tear apart tigers and leopards; there is the Heavenly Eye Star Soul, which enhances your visual perception, enabling you to see further and perceive more acutely during battle; there is the Forging Star Soul, which transforms you into a powerful blacksmith; there is the Great Dream Star Soul, which allows you to cultivate in your dreams and can also trap others in a dream, among others

Seeing Qin Wentian's confident smile, Bai Qing also smiled gently: "I also believe in Brother Wentian, so I will take my leave now, so as not to disturb Brother Wentian in becoming a martial arts practitioner"

No need. A middle-aged man was seen approaching from a distance; it was Bai Qingsong, the father of Bai Qiuxue and Bai Qing. His hands were slightly trembling as he looked at Bai Qiuxue and said with a smile: "Qiuxue, you have worked hard"

However, the shattered meridians are certainly not Qin Wentian's objective. The records of the Starry Meridian state that only broken meridians can forge the most perfect Starry Wheel Meridian, which is referred to as "breaking before establishing"

In the Nine Heavens Galaxy, the Martial Destiny Stars are endless, and each Martial Destiny Star corresponds to a unique Star Soul

"Draw the power of the stars into the body, traverse the meridians, and seal the star gate." Qin Wentian's voice was dreamlike, continuing to drift into Bai Qiuxue's ears, causing the power of the stars to be continuously absorbed into her body, circulating throughout her being.

"It worked!" Bai Qing jumped up in joy, and then she immediately hugged Qin Wentian tightly, exclaiming incoherently, "Brother Wentian, it really worked!"

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After Bai Qing's departure, Qin Wentian began his cultivation. He closed his eyes and entered a meditative state. Within Qin Wentian's body, his meridians were almost completely shattered; it was more than just a congenital deficiency. However, he seemed utterly unconcerned, drawing the stars into his body, circulating them through his severed meridians. The turbulent star essence continuously surged towards the fragile meridians, as if intent on completely shattering them.

The continent is vast. I have heard that in the outside world, many powerful individuals possess multiple Star Souls, enabling them to soar through the skies and traverse the earth with ease. Only the Martial Destiny cultivators can claim dominion over this continent, while ordinary martial cultivators are akin to ants, unable to become Martial Destiny cultivators; it is better not to cultivate at all. A fervent determination shone in Qin Wentian's eyes; he was resolute in his ambition to become a powerful Martial Destiny cultivator, to gather various Star Souls, and to venture out to explore the world.

"Alright, Uncle Bai," Qin Wentian replied with a smile. Ever since the Qin and Bai families arranged a marriage contract three years ago, Bai Qingsong had often invited him to stay at the Bai residence, being amiable and treating him very well

Return to the ethereal; you are now a conscious entity. Find the star you favor and merge your consciousness with it

"Which level of heaven?" Qin Wentian asked his fiancée with a smile.

Highly perceptive individuals can, through meditation, sense the existence of the Nine Heavens and the Star River, absorb the power of the stars, and even communicate with one of the stars,凝聚 the essence of the stars, becoming esteemed martial practitioners.