I will teach you how to cultivate immortality

Chapter 198 This is a shortcut, but also a demonic path (13)

"Purpose?"

He blinked, puzzled.

At this moment, Xuan Sigu's eyes revealed a kind of clear foolishness.

It seems that Li Jingshu did reveal some information to Xuan Sigu.

However, she remained tight-lipped about some crucial intelligence and key information.

"Yes, just as the purpose of 'breathing techniques' is to continuously strengthen the physical body, cultivate vital energy, and ultimately achieve longevity and an immortal body..."

"The purpose of the 'Perception Method' is to awaken the innate spirituality hidden in the sea of ​​consciousness, and ultimately allow it to manifest in the form of the primordial spirit, becoming a true bridge to communicate with the primordial energy of heaven and earth."

“In this process, consciousness, spiritual awareness, and even the yin and yang spirits manifested in the form of spiritual bodies are all merely byproducts.”

"Only when your primordial spirit resides permanently will you discover that this world is completely different from the world you see with your naked eyes."

"Even if you were not born a saint and were not favored by the primordial energy of heaven and earth, you can still perceive and control the primordial energy of heaven and earth through your primordial spirit."

Li Boyang paused slightly at this point.

"Essence is the physical body, Qi is the primordial Qi, and Shen is the primordial spirit..."

"To make it easier for me to distinguish between them, I call the stage of practicing the 'breathing method' 'refining essence into qi' and the stage of practicing the 'perception method' 'refining qi into spirit'."

"You can tell from these two terms that this is a higher level of understanding."

"Through the physical body, the essence of the five grains is transformed into vital energy, and then the vital energy is used to strengthen the innate spirituality, ultimately achieving the goal of perceiving and controlling the vital energy of heaven and earth."

"That's what I always thought..."

With a puzzled look, Xuan Si Gu blinked and asked, somewhat perplexed.

"Is not it?"

Even the relatively ignorant Susan thought this was a perfectly normal step.

"Of course not, or rather, not entirely."

Li Boyang smiled and shook his head, taking the initiative to deny it.

"The physical body, primordial qi, and primordial spirit—these three require a lifetime of dedicated cultivation. How can there be any talk of advancement?"

"It's just that the 'breathing technique' has a relatively low barrier to entry..."

"Even an ordinary person with no talent or aptitude can at least improve their physical fitness through 'breathing techniques'."

"On the other hand, the 'Perception Method,' although I have repeatedly lowered the threshold..."

"But that ultimately involves the spiritual, and it's difficult to describe that feeling using language and words that are commonly understood."

"Unless someone is born with a powerful soul or is exceptionally gifted, and is more sensitive to the soul than to the body."

"Then the threshold for him to practice the 'Perception Method' may even be lower than that for the 'Breathing Method'."

Li Boyang's words successfully reminded Xuan Sigu of the three-eyed baby in Shan'ao Village.

Without a doubt, those born with divine abilities, like the three-eyed infant, are among the very few exceptional individuals naturally suited to cultivate the "method of perception."

"Now that we've clarified that, let's go back to our original topic."

"Since refining essence into qi and refining qi into spirit are not strictly speaking a progressive relationship, but rather a relationship between low threshold and high threshold."

"So, once the essence, qi, and spirit all reach the threshold, should we simultaneously practice the 'breathing method' and the 'sensory method'?"

When Li Boyang turned his gaze to Xuan Sigu, she immediately understood his meaning.

Suspended Silk Maiden was originally a spirit.

The strength of his body and the abundance of his vital energy can be seen from his physique alone.

Not to mention, she is currently practicing the Transformation Technique, which specializes in physical transformation.

It is no exaggeration to say that Xuan Si Gu did not need to undergo the most basic "refining essence into qi" at all; her physical body and primordial qi were already very powerful.

Therefore, practicing "breathing techniques" mainly serves as a follow-up enhancement, gradually leading to perfect control over the physical body and vital energy.

Perhaps, at most, one could also cultivate a "protective qi" derived from the life essence?
As for the spiritual potential required for practicing "perception techniques"?
This is a bit of a mystery.

However, one can still glean some insight from Xuan Sigu's quick wit and specific personality traits.

"Can I really practice both 'breathing techniques' and 'sensory techniques' at the same time?" Although, according to common sense, Xuan Si Gu does indeed meet the requirements for practicing both of these methods simultaneously.

The problem is that it was precisely because she had practiced the complete "Breathing Method" that Xuan Si Gu knew how difficult it was to get started.

A low barrier to entry simply means it's easy to practice.

To truly master it, one needs a long period of adaptation and training.

At the same time, one should cultivate the three aspects of essence, energy, and spirit.

Xuan Si Gu truly had no confidence in advancing her cultivation progress simultaneously.

"When the primordial energy is strong, the physical body is immortal; when the spirituality manifests, the primordial spirit is indestructible..."

"Anyway, if you want to follow my path, strong essence, energy, and spirit are indispensable."

"Instead of cultivating one path to its peak and then completing another, perhaps the best choice is to advance on both fronts simultaneously?"

Li Boyang's words were not an exaggeration at all.

As a pioneer, he had already embarked on this path that no one had ever trod before.

Once the physical body, primordial energy, and primordial spirit become powerful enough...

Naturally, one will enter a state of unity of essence, energy, and spirit, and thus achieve the true way of "unity of heaven and man".

This is how Li Boyang's primordial energy came about, and it is also one of the pieces of evidence for this pioneering path.

Whenever he thought of this, Li Boyang felt deeply sorry for Shi Tianjun.

Forcibly unifying essence, energy, and spirit before they are fully developed.

While Shi Tianjun achieved the Yuan Dan, he also lost the possibility of comprehending the "unity of heaven and man".

Of course, this doesn't mean that Shi Tianjun has gone down the wrong path.

To be in harmony with heaven and earth is the "Tao," but isn't upholding one's own purity also a kind of "Tao"?

As the saying goes, people with different ideals cannot work together.

Perhaps the Eclipse Lord also despised Li Boyang for trying to take shortcuts and use the essence of heaven and earth to achieve his own success?

"I see! I'll give it a try then!"

Without much hesitation or doubt, Xuan Sigu nodded in agreement to this brand new attempt.

Supernatural abilities are innate, while magic is a secret that is not passed on.

This is common sense and common understanding in this era.

Now that Li Boyang is willing to break this common sense and perception, Xuan Sigu naturally cannot refuse this unexpected blessing.

"You should be able to read, right?"

After receiving a positive reply from Xuan Sigu, Li Boyang smiled slightly.

Then, as if he had expected it, he pulled a brand new book out of his coat.

The book is prominently titled "First Edition: Variation Type: Perception and Advanced Method of Primordial Qi of Heaven and Earth".

"Then try following what's written in this book first."

"'Entering meditation' is only one way to perceive and awaken the primordial spirit, but it is not the only way."

“When the mind is at peace, spirituality manifests itself, and vice versa.”

"The pain you endure while practicing the 'Transformation Method' may also awaken the spirituality hidden deep within your consciousness."

"Compared to 'entering meditation,' this method of awakening does not require you to have perfect control over the flow of your own vital energy."

"Therefore, the requirements for 'breathing techniques' can be appropriately lowered, and there is a possibility of quick mastery."

"Its only drawback is that the forced awakening of spirituality can affect the balance between the physical body and the vital energy, greatly increasing the possibility of going astray."

"This is a shortcut, but also a demonic path."

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