Shrouding the Heavens: The Ultimate Daoist Venerable

Chapter 434 Becoming an Apprentice and Cultivating Skills
Although Emperor Xuanwu came from Yuhua Divine Island, this is the first time he has seen the entire island.

Now that he had become Emperor Xuanwu, he could see that Jade Flower Divine Island was like an independent world, far more vast and wondrous than the Kunlun Immortal Mountain he had visited before.

Such a huge difference between two strange places must be the work of my master, Lingbao Tianzun.

Despite the barriers of the world and the grand array of the field, Emperor Xuanwu could still faintly sense the unique laws and traces of the Dao, and even the spiritual energy of heaven and earth.

Emperor Xuanwu took a deep breath and then approached Jade Flower Divine Island.

The field, which had been perfectly integrated with the world barrier, automatically separated, opening a portal for the Xuanwu Emperor. Clearly, the Lingbao Heavenly Venerable within already knew of his arrival.

Xuanwu Emperor entered Jade Flower Divine Island and felt a sense of comfort as he sensed its familiar aura. His Jade Flower Divine Blood was incredibly active, resonating with the laws and Dao traces within. Even the Jade Flower Immortal Scripture he had cultivated was naturally circulating under the guidance of this energy.

Emperor Xuanwu was almost one with the Jade Flower Divine Island, sharing its breath and destiny, as if he were one with the heavens and man.

Even because the Xuanwu Emperor's long-cherished wish of ten thousand years had finally been fulfilled, his state of mind became even more fulfilled.

In this state, Emperor Xuanwu felt that his Jade Flower Divine Blood and Jade Flower Immortal Scripture could continue to improve and challenge a new peak.

This is indeed a very rare insight for an emperor who has established himself in the ultimate realm.

However, Emperor Xuanwu did not immerse himself in this state. Instead, he withdrew his mind and headed towards that special, almost otherworldly, aura.

Faced with this aura, even the now-powerful Xuanwu Emperor could only feel awe and reverence, completely unable to perceive what kind of realm it was.

Soon, Emperor Xuanwu saw a celestial palace carved entirely from natural divine jade, inscribed with the name Biyou Palace.

After sensing his presence, Xuanwu Immortal Medicine, also known as Wansui, curiously peeked out from Biyou Palace and stared at him intently.

Emperor Xuanwu also sensed a subtle connection, and his innate talent array activated naturally, as if giving him some hints.

For Emperor Xuanwu, who already knew about the Path to Immortality in the Mortal World, he instantly understood the reason for his premonition.

The White Tiger can evolve further with the help of the White Tiger Elixir of Immortality, and he can naturally evolve towards the direction of the Immortal Spirit Black Tortoise with the help of the Black Tortoise Elixir of Immortality.

At this moment, the Zhuxian Sword appeared at the entrance of the main hall and said, "Master is waiting for you inside."

Emperor Xuanwu was immediately shocked; the Immortal Execution Sword was actually a veritable immortal artifact. Although he knew that mastering the Immortal Path of the Mortal World could make one an exceptionally powerful immortal, this was, after all, just theory.

Emperor Xuanwu was still shocked when he saw with his own eyes that the immortal could forge a celestial artifact before even becoming an immortal.

He cupped his hands and said, "Should I call you 'Master Uncle'?"

The Immortal Execution Sword said, "Of course."

Each person entered the main hall in their own room. In the center of Biyou Palace, a Taoist priest sat upright, intently contemplating the creation of a Taoist diagram. He only stopped when he saw Emperor Xuanwu enter.

Upon seeing Lingbao Tianzun, Xuanwu Huang bowed deeply and said, "Greetings, Master."

Lingbao Tianzun asked, "Why do you call me Master?"

Emperor Xuanwu said, "If it weren't for the Dao diagram left by my master that enlightened my mind, I would have lived a muddled life. This is a life-saving grace." "Afterwards, my master also guided me to cultivate the Lingbao Dao Scripture and led me on the path of transformation. You have the grace of imparting knowledge and teaching me, so you should naturally be my master."

Lingbao Tianzun said, "Back then, I only sent you to the mortal universe to prove your Dao because I saw that you had extraordinary talent and it would be a waste to keep you on this Jade Flower Divine Island. Now that you have this intention, I will accept you as my disciple."

Emperor Xuanwu said, "Thank you, Master."

Looking at Lingbao Tianzun, who was still in his prime and seemed to be in his youth, Xuanwu Emperor couldn't help but ask, "Master, are you about to become an immortal?"

Lingbao Tianzun said, "You should have already learned the details of the Path to Immortality in the Mortal World from your senior brother, Lihuang. This Path to Immortality in the Mortal World is as difficult as ascending to heaven. Even I felt like I was walking on thin ice and almost failed several times."

"Although I have now lived through my seventh life, there are still a few final hurdles to overcome before I can become a true immortal in the mortal world."

Upon hearing this, Emperor Xuanwu was also startled. The seventh incarnation of Lingbao Tianzun still had more than one hurdle to overcome, a difficulty that made Emperor Xuanwu sigh.

Lingbao Tianzun continued, “You are luckier than your senior brother, Lihuang. You still have the Xuanwu Immortal Elixir and the Nine-Turn Immortal Pill to extend your life for two lifetimes. By using the Jade Flower Immortal Scripture to evolve the Jade Flower Divine Blood, you may be able to live another lifetime. Even studying the Xuanwu Immortal Elixir to evolve yourself into the Immortal Spirit Xuanwu is also a method of transformation.”

"Even if you cannot become a mortal immortal, the transformation and reversal of fate will still have great benefits, no matter which path you choose to become an immortal in the future. I hope you can cultivate diligently and not slack off."

Emperor Xuanwu said, "I will follow my master's teachings."

Then, Lingbao Tianzun began a new round of guidance. Whether it was the Jade Flower Immortal Scripture, the personal Dao and Dharma of the Xuanwu Emperor, or even the research methods of the Xuanwu Immortal Elixir, Lingbao Tianzun handled it all with ease.

Under his guidance, Emperor Xuanwu's horizons were broadened, and he gained a comprehensive understanding of his future path.

This made Emperor Xuanwu sigh. This Lingbao Heavenly Venerable was indeed an extraordinary person. He, as an emperor, was like a child in front of him and could not reach his level at all.

However, this also filled Emperor Xuanwu with confidence for the future.

After Lingbao Tianzun's guidance ended, Lihuang's innate Dao diagram continued to evolve, helping him to fully absorb all the insights he gained during the process.

After Xuanwu Emperor had largely accepted and digested these achievements, Lingbao Tianzun handed over the Dao diagram he had just created using the Dao of Field to Xuanwu Emperor: "Your senior brother really has no talent for the Dao of Array Patterns, let alone this even more superior Dao of Field."

"Your talent in this path is decent, and you should be able to achieve something. This diagram can not only enhance your deductive abilities and allow your innate Dao diagram to evolve further, but it also contains the Dao of Fields."

"Perhaps this method will also be of great benefit to you."

This Dao diagram was specially created by Lingbao Tianzun when he sensed that Xuanwu Emperor was coming towards Yuhua Divine Island. In essence, it is a special secret artifact condensed using the field method.

Emperor Xuanwu took the diagram and was immediately captivated by its complex structure and endless variations. He said, "Thank you, Master."

The master and disciple then went on to cultivate separately.

Emperor Xuanwu toured Jade Flower Divine Island, comprehending its laws to cultivate the Jade Flower Immortal Scripture while simultaneously perfecting his state of mind.

The Xuanwu Immortal Elixir was also attracted by his aura and followed him on a journey around Jade Flower Divine Island.

After that, Emperor Xuanwu also entered into a period of arduous cultivation.

(End of this chapter)