Immortality and Cultivation: I Have Too Many Talents

Chapter 537 True Monarch Qingyun (Seeking Subscriptions)

Qingyun Sect, Hanyu Peak.

The cave dwelling, the training room.

Shen Xuan slowly opened his eyes, his gaze seemingly flowing like an icy river, with starlight flickering within them.

The immense internal energy surrounding him receded like the tide, eventually returning to stillness.

After three months of seclusion, his early Golden Core stage was completely consolidated, and his internal energy was powerful and pure, far surpassing others of the same level.

Before the jade table, a token radiating starlight and a rich aura of water floated above it.

As a reward, the Xuantian Sect allocated Star Radiance Island, a third-grade superior spirit island, to him.

This token is the key to the Starshine Island formation.

Starshine Island was the training ground he had carefully considered and specially chosen.

Located in the far sea of ​​the Song Kingdom, it is 20,000 miles away from the nearest Xuantianzong Hongcheng County, far from the front lines of the Yan and Song Kingdoms.

Beneath Starshine Island lies a high-grade, third-tier water-attribute spiritual vein.

The protective array designed by the Xuantian Sect's array masters draws upon the power of the stars and gathers the spiritual energy of the deep sea, continuously nourishing the spiritual veins of Starshine Island.

Over the years, it can be upgraded to a top-grade third-tier spiritual vein.

However, that would take hundreds of years and require a massive amount of resources to maintain the formation.

Previously, the master of Xinghui Island was the Golden Core True Person Canglan of the Xuantian Sect.

To reward Shen Xuan for his merit, they deliberately gave it to him.

"Star Island..."

Shen Xuan's consciousness sank into the token.

Information about the island's terrain, spiritual veins, and array formations appeared one by one.

"It is located in a remote area, rich in spiritual energy, and covers a vast area. There is a hidden water vein that leads directly to the deep sea..."

"If Master Canglan doesn't think much of me, then I'm just right for him."

Shen Xuan achieved the Golden Core stage.

Daily cultivation requires a large amount of spiritual energy.

Within Cold Jade Peak, there once lived the Cold Jade Immortal.

In addition, he inevitably found himself in a bit of a predicament.

Moreover, given his current status as a Golden Core cultivator, it is not appropriate for him to settle down on Cold Jade Peak.

Otherwise, it would be seen as the guest overshadowing the host.

Establishing a Taoist temple, creating a blessed land, cultivating influence, and gathering resources are inevitable steps.

Starshine Island is far from the conflicts on the mainland, making it a good choice for peaceful cultivation and alchemy.

"The sects of Yan and Song have temporarily ceased hostilities and are taking steps to negotiate peace."

Recalling the information on the intelligence jade slip, Shen Xuan pondered to himself.

This also led him to temporarily abandon his plan to distance himself from the State of Song.

As long as the Song Kingdom can persevere, he is still willing to stay in the Song Kingdom's sect and devote himself to cultivation.

"After achieving the Golden Core, it is difficult for a True Person's supernatural powers to make a qualitative leap in the short term."

In Shen Xuan's view, with the Nine-Colored Lotus, the Purple-Gold True Water Seal, and the Ice Soul Divine Sword, and having comprehended the Immortal Ice Lotus, the Profound Ice Dragon Shadow, and the Ice Soul Divine Light, he was more than capable of dealing with the vast majority of True Immortals.

However, the improvement of supernatural powers cannot be achieved in a short period of time.

"Fortunately, my physical body has undergone a qualitative leap and can fully withstand the pressure of the body-refining technique."

After achieving the Golden Core, the physical body's limits are broken, increasing seven or eight times.

"Therefore, my short-term goal is to enhance the power of my body-refining technique as soon as possible and break through to the Divine Power Realm!"

Shen Xuan finalized his training plan.

Having made up his mind, Shen Xuan got up and walked out of the training room.

Outside, Su Xueer was already waiting respectfully.

"My lord, the sect leader has arrived."

Su Xue'er said softly.

Shen Xuan nodded slightly.

In the reception room, Shen Xuan had met the Mysterious Master.

"Junior Brother Xuanbing, come with your senior brother to see the Supreme Elder."

Shen Xuan's body trembled slightly.

After returning to his sect, he asked Master Mizong whether he should pay a visit to True Lord Qingyun.

After all, he had condensed a Golden Core, making him a core figure for the future of the Qingyun Sect.

The Mysterious Master told him that True Monarch Qingyun was in seclusion and had not yet emerged.

"The Grand Elder has come out of seclusion?"

"You've emerged from seclusion. My junior brother has condensed his golden core, and he's been wanting to see you for a long time."

"Alright. I'll go with my senior brother to see the Supreme Elder now."

The two left the cave and transformed into two streaks of light, heading straight for the central main peak, Qingyun Peak.

It is thousands of feet high, and the wind is fierce.

The two streaks of light flew upwards.

At that moment, the rising sun cast its golden rays.

On Qingyun Peak, clouds and mist swirl around, and cranes spread their wings.

The higher you go, the denser the spiritual energy becomes.

Upon reaching the summit, the spiritual energy transformed into wispy mist, bringing a sense of exhilaration.

Just standing here, the internal energy within my body has subtly increased slightly.

An ordinary Foundation Establishment disciple would probably faint on the spot.

Overwhelmed by the dense spiritual energy.

"Junior Brother Xuanbing, how are you feeling?"

The Mysterious Master laughed.

As the sect leader, he was already accustomed to this place.

"This is the foundation of the Qingyun Sect, the core of its spiritual veins, and also the place where the Supreme Elders cultivate in seclusion."

Shen Xuan nodded slightly, a hint of amazement flashing in his eyes.

The purity of the spiritual energy here is ten times that of Hanyu Peak!
This is still outside the blessed land.

What's even more remarkable is that the spiritual energy here contains a vibrant vitality and a pure, ethereal charm that can nourish the soul and inspire various insights.

“Spiritual energy transforms into mist, and Daoist charm arises spontaneously; this is the true Daoist temple of a True Lord.”

Shen Xuan thought to himself.

"Junior Brother Xuanbing, please take a look."

As soon as he finished speaking, Shen Xuan felt a slight fluctuation in space, and the scene before him suddenly changed!
Ahead, various strange phenomena spontaneously evolved within the sea of ​​clouds.

Sometimes, blue lotuses bloom everywhere, exuding a pure and ethereal charm.

At times, ancient and simple Taoist texts appear in the void, evolving into the ultimate principles of heaven and earth.

Occasionally, ethereal birds would fly by, their cries echoing, leaving trails of rosy light behind them.

"Is this a manifestation of the Dao Domain?"

Shen Xuan's gaze sharpened.

A vast power of domain enveloped this world.

Within this realm, evil spirits cannot exist, inner demons cannot arise, and the great principles of heaven and earth evolve.

"Junior Brother Xuanbing has great insight."

The Lost Immortal stroked his beard and said, "This is the Azure Cloud Dao Domain of the Supreme Elder. Ordinary immortals can cultivate in this domain and one day is equivalent to ten days."

The two continued onward, passing through layers of spiritual mist and witnessing various strange phenomena in the Dao Realm, before finally reaching the summit.

At the summit, there were no palaces or pavilions, but a vast platform bathed in the glow of seven-colored clouds.

In the center of the platform stands an ancient jade gate. The gate is carved with patterns of the sun, moon, stars, mountains, and rivers.

The Daoist energy flowed, emanating mysterious and obscure waves.

On either side of the gate, there grows a towering ancient tree, hundreds of feet tall, blocking out the sun and exuding a vast and ancient aura.

Above the tree canopy, there are colorful birds such as sparrows and red-crowned cranes that perch and sing, their voices clear and melodious.

Above that portal, the spiritual mist transformed into the phantoms of a true dragon and a colorful phoenix, circling and playing.

The roar of dragons and the cry of phoenixes bring countless auspicious omens.

The spiritual energy of heaven and earth is almost liquefied; breathing it is like drinking fine nectar.

Everything before my eyes was like a fairyland from legend!
"This is Qingyun Cave Heaven."

Master Mizong, with a solemn expression, straightened his clothes and bowed respectfully: "Disciple Mizong, along with my newly promoted Golden Core junior brother Xuanbing, pays respects to the Supreme Elder!"
A moment later, the jade portal slowly opened, its light shimmering.

Inside, a misty purple aura swirled.

A pure and vast aura, seemingly containing the very essence of heaven and earth, emanated from within the door.

"come in."

His voice was calm and composed, yet possessed an imposing presence that inspired awe in all who heard it.

The Mysterious Master took a deep breath, glanced at Shen Xuan, and stepped inside first.

Shen Xuan calmed himself down and followed closely behind, stepping into the legendary Qingyun Cave.

Keep going.

The further you go in, the more peaceful the spiritual mist becomes.

A magical lamp shines with a dazzling array of colors.

On the opposite high platform, a man dressed in a blue robe, with an elegant and refined air, looked down at them, his body reflecting a seven-colored divine radiance.

His body seemed to be one with the cave.

"Elder, your disciple has disappeared and brought Junior Brother Xuanbing with him."

"Thanks for your hard work."

The voice of True Lord Qingyun was gentle and calm.

"This disciple will take his leave now."

The Lost Immortal bowed deeply and walked out of the cave.

"Junior Brother Xuanbing, I'll be waiting for you outside."

In his line of sight, True Monarch Qingyun nodded slightly.

"So you are Shen Xuan? A disciple of Han Yu?"

Shen Xuan bowed and said, "Yes. This disciple, Shen Xuan, is a disciple of True Man Hanyu."

Qingyun Zhenjun smiled slightly and asked, "Now that you have achieved the Golden Core, the path of cultivation is long and arduous. Have you considered this?"

Shen Xuan pondered for a moment, then raised his head, his gaze clear and firm.

"This disciple uses the [Divine Treasure Vast Ocean Technique] as the main cultivation method and the [Penetrating True Ice Heart Technique] to condense the Golden Core. Isolated Yin cannot produce, and solitary Yang cannot grow. This disciple intends to cultivate a fire technique as well, to comprehend the principles of water and fire complementing each other, Yin and Yang coexisting, and to use this as a foundation to refine the core essence and attempt to break through to the Nascent Soul stage!"

Upon hearing this, a hint of surprise flashed in Qingyun Zhenjun's eyes.

He cultivated both water and fire elixirs, but the two elements clashed.

Throughout history, very few have succeeded; most have died from their bodies exploding.

Shen Xuan's move can be described as extremely bold!
True Lord Qingyun revealed a hint of appreciation: "Very good! Not being confined by the power before one's eyes, nor bound by the achievement of a single path, but rather observing the changes of Yin and Yang, that is the true meaning of seeking the Dao!"

"Water and fire clash, yet they also generate each other. If you can master the dual golden cores of water and fire, the quality of your core essence will far surpass that of others of the same level, and you will have a better chance of passing the Nascent Soul tribulation."

"However, the balance of water and fire is no easy task. The slightest mistake can lead to the destruction of the elixir and death."

"You need to find a pure and yang fire-based cultivation method, and proceed step by step without being impatient."

Shen Xuan respectfully said, "This disciple thanks the Supreme Elder for his guidance."

"If I'm not mistaken, your fire elemental root seems to be somewhat lacking."

"Reporting to the Supreme Elder, this disciple possesses extraordinary bloodline. With the cultivation of fire techniques, I can gradually awaken my ancestral bloodline and enhance my fire spiritual root."

True Monarch Qingyun nodded: "The elixir is divided into yin and yang, and the Dao transforms into two poles. The fire elixir you condense should ideally be of similar quality to the ice elixir. At that time, with the two golden elixir as the foundation, yin and yang will converge, and water and fire will merge, and you may succeed in breaking through to the nascent soul stage."

Shen Xuan was completely convinced and repeatedly expressed his gratitude.

Qingyun Zhenjun was quite patient with this newly promoted Golden Core cultivator, explaining in detail the idea of ​​fusing the Water and Fire Cores to form an Infant.

After a long time.

"This is my idea, but no one has ever implemented it. You don't need to be bound by it."

"It was Qingyun Zhenjun who spoke slowly."

Shen Xuan fell into deep thought, still processing what he had just said.

at this time.

Shen Xuan's thoughts wandered freely, with all sorts of ideas arising and disappearing in a blur.

After pondering for a long time.

Shen Xuan bowed again in gratitude.

No matter how you look at it.

Shen Xuan felt that the Water and Fire Dual Golden Pill was the most suitable for him.

With his physical condition, he can withstand the impact of two Golden Cores.

Or rather, it is the most suitable for the mysterious jade talisman and the nine-colored lotus to exert their effects.

"Reporting to the Supreme Elder, this disciple has decided to cultivate both the Fire Technique and the Golden Core!"

Shen Xuan's voice was resolute.

Qingyun Zhenjun gave a serious reminder.

"Shen Xuan, you should think this through carefully. If you choose to cultivate fire magic as well, you cannot give up halfway."

"I have thought it through."

"very good!"

Upon hearing this, True Lord Yuanming encouraged him, saying, "Go ahead and do it. If you have any questions, you can come and ask me at any time."

"This disciple understands, and thanks the Supreme Elder."

"Alright, go and cultivate."

Shen Xuan bowed in thanks and left.

Outside Qingyun Cave.

The void surged.

Shen Xuan revealed himself.

"So, Junior Brother Xuanbing, what did the Supreme Elder say to you?"

The Mysterious Master, who had been waiting for a long time, asked Shen Xuan curiously after seeing him.

"Elder, please tell me to cultivate diligently."

"I knew he would say that!"

"The Mysterious Master said with a smile."

"Back then, when I had just condensed my Golden Core, he said the same thing."

"Yes, I should take my senior brother as my role model."

"Let's go back."

The two transformed into streaks of light and flew away from Qingyun Peak.

At this moment, Shen Xuan was unaware.

After he left.

Qingyun Zhenjun appeared in the void, and his figure disappeared into the sky.

"Exceptional bloodline? Ancestral bloodline?"

"What a hypocrite! He clearly possesses a rare treasure!"

(End of this chapter)