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Chapter 944 Su Hui, Divine Elixir Formula
This third major lesson by Qingyang Immortal was not about supernatural powers or magic, nor was it about cultivation practices; rather, it was about a divine formula, the Stone Oil Divine Formula.

This was a common path to immortality before the Great Xia Dynasty—using various divine formulas to refine elixirs, consuming them to refine one's physical form and transcend the physical realm, thus attaining immortality.

The practice of alchemy and qi cultivation can be considered a watershed moment in the history of Taoism. It is completely different from the cultivation practices, various aspects of spiritual cultivation, and even the final immortals created by the divine elixir formula.

In the era when divine pill formulas were popular, cultivators from all three sects were ethereal and aloof, living in seclusion. Even after achieving immortality through pills, they remained detached from worldly affairs and strife. It was only after the rise of alchemy and Qi cultivation that cultivators became active, seeking to join the ranks of the Taiyi True Stream and actively participating in the great affairs of heaven and earth.

In Ji Ming's understanding, the reason for this is that the cultivators of the Divine Pill Formula spend their entire lives searching for and refining medicines. As their cultivation progresses to the Tianzhou stage, the growth of the cultivator population, influenced by the teachings of Daoism, intensifies their plundering of the essence of heaven and earth, such as minerals and spiritual herbs.

At that time, among the gods and men, the slanderous saying arose: "Heaven creates all things to nourish man, yet man has nothing to offer to Heaven."

Of course, there was also the response at that time: "Heaven and earth are the thieves of all things; all things are the thieves of man; man is the thief of all things. When the three thefts are in harmony, the three realms are at peace." Ji Ming sometimes thought that if the method of alchemy and qi cultivation had not been developed, his current cultivation environment would certainly be terrible.

If this were the era, he would probably still be searching high and low for divine formulas and elixirs, fighting against numerous cultivators. Under such circumstances, he would probably reincarnate quite frequently.

The alchemy and Qi cultivation method created by that Yuan Yang Ancestor rapidly expanded the immortal community and alleviated the conflict between cultivators and heaven and earth, and even the three great gods. This conflict shifted from resources to the less intense struggle over the Great Dao.

Inside the pavilion, Qingyang Xian's voice emanated from the sound of the waves and gentle breeze within the Taoist temple.

"This divine formula is based on the Earth element and is divided into two grades: True and Wonderful. It can seize the essence of the three lights, practice the method of reversing the five elements, and refine the acquired to return to the innate. It is not made of metal or stone poisons, but is the essence of the true Qi of heaven and earth. The True grade can soothe the five internal organs, harmonize the hundred meridians, and strengthen the original essence, while the Wonderful grade can make one ascend to heaven."

I am passing on this divine formula not so that you may laboriously refine these supreme treasures and abandon the orthodox Qi-refining methods of the Xuanmen School, but rather to use this divine formula to supplement your Qi-refining practice.”

"Please enlighten me, teacher."

Ji Ming bowed and said.

Qingyang Xian's gaze lingered on Ji Ming for a few moments. After forty years of separation, he could no longer see through Ji Ming and knew that he could no longer speak to him in the tone of a senior immortal.

"Whether it is external alchemy or internal alchemy, it is all about stealing the secrets of heaven and earth."

The difference is that external alchemy steals the true essence of the spiritual substances of heaven and earth, transforming one's own mortal body, which will eventually decay, into a true body that lives as long as heaven and earth. Internal alchemy, on the other hand, absorbs the spirituality of all things in heaven and earth to achieve the purpose of cultivating truth through falsehood.

Even in this age of Qi cultivation, external alchemy still has its uses.

For example, in the late Foundation Establishment stage, after refining Golden Blood Jade Marrow, those who wish to achieve the Taiyin Refining Form technique for a superior Golden Elixir need to use spiritual pills derived from various divine pill formulas.

Ji Ming listened intently. On Taiping Mountain's Yi Peak, there is the "Western Classic Divine Elixir Formula" left by the ancestor Bai He. It is said that this divine elixir formula was passed down from Heaven to the ancestor Bai He.

"The so-called genuine product of the stone fat divine prescription is to take five ounces of red stone fat, grind it into an extremely fine powder, put it in a bag made of brocade or silk, soak it in a basin of water, and rub it to extract its true properties."

The red ochre from the mountains is the essence of the earth element, but the quality of the mountain rocks is inevitably tainted by the turbid energy of the earth veins. By using this method, you can obtain the essence of the ochre. After undergoing the processes of steaming with the three lights and refining with the four elements and combining them, you can take it and activate the inner landscape of the five elements in your body. By studying this method, you can travel a thousand miles a day.

If this genuine stone fat formula is combined with the genuine jade spirit formula and taken for a long time, the wood and earth elements will counteract each other, potentially leading to a complete understanding of the great escape of the inverted wood and earth elements, the "spiritual root plateau of blessings."

"I know that."

Zao Ling'er said excitedly, "Many senior brothers in the sect are secretly refining various divine pill formulas, hoping that when they are taken together, the opposing and antagonistic properties of the medicines can be used to enhance the internal essence of the body and greatly increase the external true methods."

"Nonsense!" Qingyang Xian's expression changed drastically. He said to Zao Ling'er, "This is heresy and evil talk. Instead of curbing it within the sect, it is being encouraged. How is this any different from the heretical and demonic practices?! This kind of divine pill formula requires only one dose, and one must achieve a high level of refinement in both body and spirit before it can be used."

Taking two medicines at the same time, with their opposing properties, is no different from an extremely potent poison. If one's cultivation is even slightly insufficient, even a deity would find it difficult to save them.

Among the three lineages of Huangting Palace, only three or four have achieved success in refining the physical and spiritual aspects, and have the confidence to attempt it. For the other disciples to use this method is no different from committing suicide by poison.

After being scolded, Zao Ling'er muttered under her breath, "The Thunder Department is frequently making changes, sending mountain ghosts and summoning underworld officials at the foot of Turtle Mountain in Wushui County. Everyone knows that a calamity is coming. Moreover, the sect leader and the three elders have been traveling to Dayu Mountain, the source of Wushui, several times to investigate the strange movements of the demon palace there. It is obviously related to that giant evil spirit."

Once this calamity suddenly appears, the Central Plains will inevitably suffer an unprecedented catastrophe. At this time, the hearts of the people will be restless, and it is understandable that they yearn for a perilous shortcut to prepare for the future tribulation.

Ji Ming's expression shifted. Over the past decade or so, he had been closely monitoring the great calamity that would befall the Central Plains.

Since the beginning of Heaven's reign, the Water Immortal of the Wo River has been the most ferocious god in the two ancient eras of Emperor Yuan and Emperor Tian. He is the only great god under the Yellow Heaven who raised the banner of rebellion and openly defied Heaven. In that chaotic world, he can be called a hero among demons.

Even in this day and age, his name is still prominently displayed on the Thunder Department's Black Book (the Nine Heavens Thunder Demon-Slaying List), ranking third.

Judging from the current situation, the greater the calamity in the Central Plains, the more deeply Zhao Tan is involved, and the better his situation becomes.

However, Ji Ming still hasn't gotten his hands on that "heart-turned-to-the-sun" love. The one in the Red Beauty Cave of the Rock of Ill-fated Life is still in seclusion. It is said that she has traveled to the four dimensions and beyond the heavens and has not returned for sixty years. Ji Ming has no choice but to wait patiently.

After more than a decade of secluded cultivation, Ji Ming also realized that when cultivation reaches a profound and subtle level, a single practice or a small enlightenment can take ten years to complete. To break through in ten days or half a month as before is nothing but wishful thinking unless one has a sudden enlightenment.

His current studies consist of daily Five Elements exercises, focusing primarily on cultivating his primordial body, followed by gathering the Eight Winds, mastering the Divine Qi, comprehending the Mirage Qi, and advancing in Illusionary Arts.

After reprimanding Zao Ling'er, Qingyang Xian continued to explain the divine prescription.

"The exquisite recipe for stone fat is made through a process that is very similar to the original, but the stone fat used in this exquisite recipe is not ordinary red stone fat."

Ancient texts record that "in famous mountains and great rivers, within caves and grottoes, divine dragons and spirit turtles roam. Where the harmonious energy emanates, stone fat is produced, and consuming it grants immortality." Refining this stone fat can cleanse the spirit of all impurities, perfecting the yang spirit, and allowing one to immediately ascend to the outside world.

However, for you at present, such miraculous remedies are now of little use.

However, the true essence of the divine formula, because both Fellow Daoist Fire Dragon and Lingxuzi possess unparalleled magical power and extraordinary character, even if they take both formulas together, the conflicting effects of the medicinal properties can be countered, allowing you both to greatly improve your cultivation. Today, I have explained this divine formula, hoping that you two will soon attain enlightenment and transcend the mundane."

"Thank you, Teacher Qingyang."

Ji Ming spoke up.

In the pavilion, after the lecture, Qingyang Xian became solemn and began to talk about serious matters. Perhaps because he was too concerned about this matter, there was a hint of unease on his face.

Fei Hu Daoist rushed forward and said with concern, "Master, Ancestor Heshan is a man of great virtue. Today, Ancestor Heshan's descendant Ling Xuzi is here, which allows the old man's innate wisdom to be awakened. This is planting good seeds and reaping good fruit. There will certainly be no mishap."

“My brother has been in a state of depravity for too long. Today he deserves his just deserts, he deserves his just deserts.”

Qingyang Xian was deeply moved. He bowed to Huolong and Ji Ming and said, "Fellow Daoist Huolong, Lingxuzi, the rest is up to you."

(End of this chapter)