Zhou Ping'an entered the Subduing Demon Order's Trial Illusion Realm twice.
The first time, he acquired the usage of the Shield and Spear Technique as well as the Intricate Talent, which was a gift from He Sifang.
The Shield and Spear Secret Technique was nothing too remarkable, even if it were more refined, it couldn't surpass the Wave Subduing Blade Technique or the Canghai Sword Codex. This remained true even though it incorporated a trace of the mysteries of the wind.
However, He Sifang's experience and insights into the intricate control of the body and martial techniques were invaluable.
It was as if something came out of nothing, directly bestowed upon him, granting Zhou Ping'an this innate secret technique.
In comparison, "A Stone's Throw, Worlds Away," the movement technique he picked up from Fang Sheng, a disciple of the Penglai Immortal Sect, was an unexpected delight.
The first trial's gains were substantial.
But in essence, they all came from "companions."