Beginning with the Five Animals Fist to Become a Saint

Imperial Prefecture.

Jiang Ning's thoughts stirred slightly, and the weather changed again.

The weather was already clear and sunny, and the few clouds floating high in the sky had completely dispersed.

The entire sky was now completely clear of clouds.

The sun shone directly down, without any clouds to block it.

Although it was early morning, without any shelter, it felt like the height of summer, warm and slightly hot.

Only when the wind blows does the heat lessen somewhat.

At that moment, Jiang Ning looked up at the rising sun in the east.

The morning sun shines down without any obstruction, making every pore on my body open up, establishing a mysterious connection between my body and the blazing sun in the sky.

next moment.

He opened his mouth and took a deep breath, facing the distant, great sun.

In an instant.

Wisps of golden light burst forth from the void, dazzling and blinding. As he inhaled, the golden light gathered and condensed into a cloud-like rosy hue, which then flowed into his nasal cavity.

In an instant.

The colorful clouds flowed into my internal organs, and instantly burst forth like oil gushing from a raging fire.

A golden auspicious light suddenly appeared on every pore of the body.

"strong enough!!"

"That's domineering enough!!"

"It's definitely different from before!"

He thought to himself.

The internal organs seem to be forged by the blazing sun, constantly refining away impurities, and then rapidly regenerating under the nourishment of boundless vitality.

He could clearly feel that with each breath, the purest and most precious primordial energy of Japan descended from the void, merging into his body, flowing into his limbs and bones, and transforming into fuel for his physical transformation.

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Each hint that appeared brought him a direct increase in experience points.

Its efficiency is so high that it is completely different from before.

He understood that this was the effect of the Great Sun Divine Body, and it was also related to his mind connecting with heaven and earth, changing the celestial phenomena, and the fact that there were no longer any clouds obscuring the sky.

"At this rate, it won't be long before the progress is complete. The only thing missing is the source point." The thought flashed through his mind. Then he focused his mind and continued to breathe in the essence of the great sun and the origin of the sun's radiance.

After a long while.

He slowly opened his eyes.

call--

He exhaled a breath of stale air and then stood up.

Because he could smell the aroma of food wafting from the courtyard not far away.

"I'll go have breakfast first. There's no rush for the rest of the things I need to do," he thought to himself as he looked at the panel.

[Skill]: Internal Alchemy Cultivation Technique (Six times to break the limit 60017/70000) (Characteristics: Longevity Seed (Light Gold), Great Sun Divine Body (Light Gold), Great Sun Furnace (Dark Purple))
In less than half an hour, his progress in the Internal Alchemy Cultivation Technique increased by more than a thousand experience points through his breathing exercises.

He knew that the remaining progress could be completed in at most half a day.

So he wasn't in a hurry anymore.

He looked in the direction of the palace.

At this moment, the rising sun was already high in the eastern sky, casting its golden rays across the capital.

"Ji Xuan is currently making no move, and the Yellow Heaven Sect is also currently making no move. Next, I only need to wait for my primordial spirit to be completed, and that will be the time for me to soar again."

Having made up his mind, he closed his eyes slightly.

Within the spiritual platform, the Dao embryo floats quietly like a primordial egg, with the mysterious light of Yin and Yang flowing around it.

Each rotation is like the pulse of a nascent soul breathing.

After observing for a moment without any movement, he slowly opened his eyes and then walked towards the main hall in the front yard.

After breakfast.

"Uncle, are you really going to take me out?" Little Bean jumped up, looking at Jiang Ning with a face full of surprise.

"Hmm!" Jiang Ning looked at the little bean buns' excited appearance and couldn't help but smile. "The weather is nice today, let's go out for a walk. It's not good to stay cooped up in the mansion all the time."

Then he looked at Zhong Ling and Ji Mingyue.

"You two should come too! I feel like you'll get sick sooner or later if you stay cooped up in the mansion."

"My lord, me?" Zhong Ling stared at Jiang Ning, momentarily stunned.

"Okay!" Jiang Ning nodded.

Upon hearing this, Zhong Ling fell silent for a moment.

"My lord, it's getting a bit hot."

"It's alright!" Jiang Ning said calmly. The weather will turn cloudy soon, it won't be so hot, and there will be a cool breeze.

Upon hearing this, Ji Mingyue looked at Jiang Ning with some surprise.

She understood the meaning behind Jiang Ning's words.

After a while.

At Jiang Ning's request, Zhong Ling and Ji Mingyue stopped refusing, went back to change their clothes, and then went out with Jiang Ning and Xiao Doubao.

When the group went outside, the weather had turned cloudy, with white clouds blocking most of the sunlight, and a gentle breeze blowing through the streets, bringing a touch of coolness.

The streets of the capital were especially lively under the spring sunshine.

The streets were bustling with carriages and horses, and the crowds were dense.

Little Bean Bun held Ji Mingyue's hand in one hand and Zhong Ling's hand in the other, its eyes curiously looking around.

Jiang Ning, dressed in casual clothes, followed behind the three, looking at the three figures ahead with a sense of contentment.

Bringing the two of them out was not a spur-of-the-moment decision.

Rather, he had noticed over the past few days that Zhong Ling had been sullen ever since she and Lü Yi came to the capital.

He had considered sending Zhong Ling back, but she refused.

Moreover, he knew that the Five Sacred Mountains Prefecture was now even less safe.

Because Wuyue Prefecture is also adjacent to the site of the Yellow Heaven Sect's uprising.

Ji Mingyue has been quite depressed these days, and has lost her former radiance.

He has plenty of time now, and he is not under pressure.

Because of the limitations of the source point, even if he accumulated enough progress in his internal alchemy cultivation technique, he could not break through.

What he is waiting for now is the natural growth of his divine power and the day when his primordial spirit breaks free from its shell.

At this moment, walking on the street, led by Xiaodoubao, the two women occasionally stopped at the stalls selling sugar figurines and clay figurines.

With Xiaodoubao's startled reactions, the two of them gradually became more spirited and lively.

Watching this scene from behind, Jiang Ning nodded inwardly; this was the effect he wanted.

After a while.

Jiang Ning followed the three with a gentle expression. Zhong Ling and Xiao Doubao in front of him kept laughing and chatting, and Ji Mingyue's laughter would occasionally flash by.

The two of them completely relaxed, occasionally stopping to look at jewelry shops or calligraphy and painting stalls.

As they arrived at Zhuque Avenue, they saw sedan chairs belonging to several court officials and their families in the distance.

One of the sedan chair curtains was slightly lifted, revealing a familiar face—it was Princess Ji Mingya, the second princess.

She spotted Jiang Ning and his entourage, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes. Then, a charming smile curved her lips, and she nodded in greeting from afar. Without stopping, the sedan chair headed straight for the palace.

Jiang Ning pretended not to see them and continued to stroll around with the three of them.

His purpose in going out today was simply to stroll around; he didn't want to get involved in anything or pay attention to anything.

The bustling city was easily overlooked by those who stayed in the Imperial Preceptor's mansion. Now, being there, listening to the hustle and bustle of the city, and watching the people busy with their livelihoods or happy and sad about trivial matters, the tension in my heart caused by my improved strength and potential threats quietly eased a little.

Ahead, Little Bean spotted a sugar figurine stall. The stall owner was skillfully sketching a phoenix with outstretched wings using scalding hot sugar syrup.

Little Bean Bun tugged at Zhong Ling and Ji Mingyue's sleeves, gazing longingly at them, muttering soft exclamations, its eyes sparkling as if they were shining.

Zhong Ling looked at Xiao Doubao with eyes full of affection and couldn't help but ruffle his hair. This brief time together brought her and Xiao Doubao even closer.

At this moment, Ji Mingyue was also attracted by the exquisite craftsmanship and temporarily forgot her worries.

"Which one do you want?" Jiang Ning stepped forward slowly and asked gently.

"I want a phoenix!" Little Bean Bun said crisply, pointing to the phoenix outlined in the sugar syrup.

Jiang Ning paid the money and watched as the stall owner turned his wrist, and golden sugar threads quickly took shape on the stone slab.

Little Bean Bun was engrossed in watching, while Zhong Ling whispered something to Ji Mingyue. It was probably because she had seen similar things in the Five Mountains Prefecture when she was a child, which made Ji Mingyue cover her mouth and chuckle. Her eyes, which were originally somewhat dim, were now sparkling.

Before long, the sugar phoenix was completed, crystal clear and lifelike.

The little bun carefully took it, held it in its hand, looked at it from left to right, and was reluctant to take a bite.

Ji Mingyue joked, "If you don't watch where you're going, the phoenix might fall to the ground and become inedible."

“You can eat it too!” Little Bean Bun clutched the candy phoenix in his hand and said, “Uncle said that anything that falls on the ground can be eaten as long as it’s within three seconds.”

"Three seconds?!" Ji Mingyue was stunned when she heard this familiar word.

Then looking at Jiangning, in the Great Xia Dynasty, the second was not used as a unit of time measurement.

At this moment, Xiaodoubao also shifted his gaze from the sugar phoenix and stayed close to Jiang Ning.

The four of them followed the flow of people and unknowingly arrived near the famous "Listening to the Rain Bridge" in the capital.

The river water under the bridge is clear, and weeping willows line both banks.

Even during the daytime, there are painted boats moored, and the faint sounds of string and wind instruments can be heard, creating a unique sense of leisure.

There are many stalls selling trinkets and food at the bridgehead, and the air is filled with delicious aromas.

"My lord, we've been walking for quite a while, why don't we take a break?" Zhong Ling suggested softly, her gaze drifting toward a clean tea stall by the river.

Jiang Ning nodded: "Alright."

The tea stall was simple, with only a few tables, but it had a wide view, facing the river and the stone bridge.

They ordered a pot of tea and several plates of Beijing specialties, such as pea flour cake and jujube paste pastry.

Little Bean Bun carefully placed the sugar phoenix on the corner of the table, then eagerly picked up a piece of pea flour cake and stuffed it into his mouth, puffing out his cheeks and squinting his eyes in satisfaction.

Zhong Ling poured tea for Jiang Ning and Ji Mingyue.

The tea was of poor quality, far inferior to the delicacies served in the Imperial Preceptor's residence, but it possessed a unique, down-to-earth charm.

Jiang Ning picked up the rough earthenware bowl, took a sip, glanced across the river, and looked at the majestic palace walls in the distance.

The outline of the palace was faintly visible in the distance, but he no longer felt the oppression and self-mockery he had felt during court assemblies.

Increased strength brings confidence and, more importantly, a change in mindset.

Ji Mingyue followed his gaze, her eyes dimming slightly, but she quickly regained her composure.

She picked up a piece of jujube paste pastry, took a small bite, and suddenly whispered, "Actually... this is very good."

She didn't specify what "like this" meant, but Jiang Ning understood that she was referring to this moment of simple and peaceful leisure, far removed from the turmoil of the royal family.

“Going out for a walk occasionally can really soothe the mind,” Jiang Ning said. “The capital has eight hundred years of history, and there are many interesting things hidden in the streets and alleys.”

After swallowing the pastry, the little dumpling asked curiously, "Uncle, what else is fun?"

Jiang Ning laughed and said, "I've heard that there are acrobatic performances in the West Market, storytellers in the South City theaters every day, and occasional classical music in the East Market teahouses at night... There are many interesting places."

Just then, Ji Mingyue smiled and looked at the painted boats on the river ahead.

"And there's even music playing in these brothels!"

Following Ji Mingyue's gaze, Jiang Ning looked over.

Several painted boats floated on the river, and the sounds of string and wind instruments and the melodious singing of women seemed to drift over.

He knew that these pleasure boats were places for seeking pleasure and entertainment.

He was quite famous throughout the entire capital.

It is because of these painted boats that the bridge is even more famous.

His gaze suddenly sharpened as he looked at the pleasure boats on the river.

All that could be seen was the railing of a painted boat.

A young woman of about sixteen appeared, wearing a long purple dress. Her eyes were bright and alluring, her face was chiseled, and her chin was slightly pointed.

She stood by the fence, slender, with her navel exposed, large expanses of skin bare, her waist so thin you could wrap your hand around it, and her feet bare.

As their eyes met, the girl gave Jiang Ning a strange smile from afar.

"What is Your Excellency looking at?" Zhong Ling had been observing Jiang Ning's expression and noticed the change in his face, so she asked curiously.

"Have you seen her?" Jiang Ning asked.

"Who?" Ji Mingyue asked curiously.

“A woman wearing a long purple dress with her navel exposed,” Jiang Ning said.

Ji Mingyue glanced at the painted boat in front of her a few times, then shook her head.

"Does Your Excellency like this kind of attire?" Zhong Ling suddenly asked.

Jiang Ning smiled and shook his head.

Then he saw the girl in the purple dress slowly turn around towards him, revealing her slender waist and back, before entering the painted boat.

"Something's weird!" he thought to himself.

He was certain that neither Ji Mingyue nor Zhong Ling had seen the girl in the purple dress.

In the brief moment their eyes met, he was certain that the girl in the purple dress knew him and was most likely there for him.

He trusted his gut feeling.

Just then, the faint sounds of conversation from several tea drinkers at the next table drifted over.

"...Have you heard? The Prince's Mansion has been closed for several days, and even the court meeting that was supposed to be held a few days ago has been canceled."

"That's right. Everyone says that since the King of the South returned, ... cough, anyway, the King of the Northern Cang is the one who's been visiting the palace more often now."

"Sigh, how can we ordinary folks understand the affairs of these important people? Let's worry about our own food supplies. This spring weather has been a bit dry..."

"Yes, it was sunny and hot this morning, but now that there are more clouds, it's cooler."

The murmurs were kept low, but they were clearly audible to Jiang Ning.

His expression remained unchanged, and he no longer dwelled on the girl in the purple dress from earlier.

As for these unknown beings who were enemies of Ji Xuan, who was known as the second strongest in the world, he didn't think it was necessary to dwell on them too much.

His current strength gives him the confidence to do so.

Then, he picked up the teacup and took a sip.

After resting for a while, Jiang Ning got up to pay the bill. Leaving the tea stall, they didn't go to the bustling market, but instead strolled slowly along the riverbank.

Willow catkins drifted gently like snowflakes, while sunlight streamed through gaps in the clouds, casting shimmering golden light on the river's surface.

Little Bean Bun hopped and skipped along, holding Zhong Ling's hand in one hand and carrying a half-eaten candy phoenix in the other.

Ji Mingyue walked slightly behind Jiang Ning, remained silent for a moment, and then suddenly spoke softly, "Thank you!"

Jiang Ning turned his head to look at her.

Ji Mingyue gazed at the shimmering river ahead, her voice soft: "I know you brought us out today on purpose. It was a bit stifling in the manor. Seeing Xiaodoubao and Sister Zhongling so happy makes me feel a little better."

"It's good that you're happier," Jiang Ning said. "There are many troubles in the world, but there are always some simple joys worth cherishing."

Ji Mingyue gave a genuine, faint smile and nodded: "Yes, I've got it."

As the sun gradually set in the west, it lengthened their shadows.

After walking around for a while, Xiaodoubao got a little tired and yawned while leaning on Zhongling's shoulder.

Seeing that it was getting late, Jiang Ning said, "Let's go back. Qinghe and Hongmian should be preparing dinner."

The four of them retraced their steps, crossed the long street where lights were gradually being lit, and headed toward the quiet, secluded residence of the Imperial Preceptor.

During his leisurely stroll that day, the only thing that caught his attention was the girl in the purple dress on the painted boat.

We walked to the last street leading to the Imperial Preceptor's residence.

When they were less than a mile from the Imperial Preceptor's residence, Jiang Ning suddenly stopped.

"What's wrong?" Ji Mingyue also stopped and looked at him.

"You and Zhong Ling take Xiaodoubao back first! I'll be back in a bit!" Jiang Ning said.

Upon hearing this, Ji Mingyue glanced at Jiang Ning.

After their eyes met, she nodded: "Okay!" (End of Chapter)