Immortality and cultivation begin with full comprehension.

Chapter 162 Learning the Dao of Arrays
Li Yunjing also demonstrated his understanding of "water and fire working together".

This made Xu Wuyi regard Li Yunjing as a celestial being!

That's why the plan was temporarily changed and the teaching was accelerated.

Geniuses have special privileges; they don't need to learn in the same way as ordinary people.

Xu Wuyi is really looking forward to seeing how well Li Yunjing can get started!

When Li Yunjing returned to Qiwu Manor, he immediately went to the secluded training room to work on the new material he was learning.

After calming himself down, Li Yunjing took out a series of materials, including refined iron and red copper, from his "treasure bag." The "Three Yang Fire" appeared in his hand and immediately began to burn all the materials.

Watching the materials melt completely in a short time, Li Yunjing continued to use his divine sense to drive his magic power, constantly forging these materials into shapes that met his requirements.

An hour later, the materials Li Yunjing needed were ready.

On this day, Li Yunjing experimented repeatedly, trying to use these materials to set up a "Water and Fire Harmony Formation".

As a result, reality dealt him a heavy blow!
Several experiments destroyed a lot of materials. No matter how he tried to condense the magic power, inscribe runes, or use talismans, he could never manifest his "Water and Fire Harmony" spell in the form of an array.

"Sigh! It seems it's not that simple! I still don't know enough. I need to see how Steward Xu sets up the formation!"

After several hours of fruitless work, Li Yunjing sighed, utterly defeated.

After exchanging messages with a few friends and exchanging a few words, I stood up and prepared to go back and get a good night's sleep.

After ten days of dedicated study, Li Yunjing was also somewhat fatigued.

After sleeping for two whole days, Li Yunjing finally got up refreshed, tidied himself up, and came to the "Council Hall" again.

"Have you gained any other insights into formations in these three days?"

Upon meeting, Xu Wuyi couldn't help but ask.

“Dean Xu, I did try to integrate my ‘Water and Fire Harmony Technique’ into this array plate, but I failed, whether by using talismans or by inscribing runes with magic power.”

As Li Yunjing spoke, he took out the discarded materials.

He then explained one by one the problems he encountered while figuring out the formation.

"Ha ha……"

Seeing these discarded materials, Xu Wu smiled wryly.

This proves that Li Yunjing is a young man who likes array formations!

Failure is not scary!
If someone knows everything, what's the point of having them?
As long as Li Yunjing has the will to learn, that's more important than anything else!

"Besides the materials, crafting techniques, rune quality, elemental energy attributes, array principles, array control techniques, mutual generation and restraint, and even the array eye and the control of the elemental energy of heaven and earth, there are many other details that need to be perfected when refining an array plate. It's not something that can be done so easily."

"Ignorance is nothingness," he said calmly.

After hearing what Xu Wuyi had to say, a look of surprise flashed in Li Yunjing's eyes. Only then did he realize that he had underestimated the Dao of Formations.

This is definitely not knowledge that can be mastered in a short time!

Li Yunjing was initially overconfident, thinking that as long as he had enough materials, he could seal the supernatural powers and spells in the array plate using a special method and activate them, which would be considered a success.

He truly applied his knowledge of talismanic arts to the art of array formations.

Now he realizes he was terribly wrong.

The complexity of array formations far surpasses that of talisman formations.

This involves a great deal of meticulous research. The study of a single array plate is even more rigorous than that of a magic weapon. Every detail must be flawless in order to form a complete whole and fully unleash the power of the array.

Li Yunjing is only good at "rough work"; he's far from being able to study "refined" things.

The system of cultivation arts is incredibly complex, and it is only through the refinement of generations of cultivators over many years that the complete system we have today has been summarized.

Let alone formations, even farming requires mastering countless complex knowledge about soil, seasons, climate, fertilizer, water sources, and so on.

At this moment, Li Yunjing suddenly realized after hearing Xu Wuyi's words that cultivating the Dao of Arrays was a long-term process that could never be accomplished overnight.

"Li Yunjing, you need to know that the higher the level of the formation, the more materials, formation flags, and formation plates are needed in the early stages of setting up the formation!"

Xu Wuyi added, "In our 'Seven Star Palace,' some array masters take days, months, or even years to refine a mature array plate."

"This is delicate work!"

Finally, Xu Wuyi added one more sentence.

"I understand! From now on, I will study diligently and guard against arrogance and impetuosity!"

Li Yunjing nodded in agreement and expressed his support.

"Hmm! It's good that you think that way! Today, I'll teach you a formation technique and see how good you are at it!"

Li Yunjing's attitude was very good, and Xu Wuyi nodded in satisfaction.

After thinking for a moment, Xu Wuyi took out a jade slip from his storage ring.

He tossed the jade slip to Li Yunjing, then said solemnly, "This is a top-grade first-tier 'Minor Five Elements Formation,' combining offense and defense. Even a cultivator at the Great Perfection of the Qi Refining Realm would find it difficult to break!"

"Whether you set it up at home or carry it with you, it's a good choice."

"You have the five elements spiritual root, that's why I'm willing to teach you this array!"

"Thank you, Steward Xu!"

Li Yunjing happily accepted the jade slip and immediately began to examine it. A quarter of an hour later, he had memorized all the contents before returning the jade slip.

"Huh? You memorized it so quickly?"

Xu Wuyi asked, somewhat shocked.

Although this formation is only ranked first, its quality is not low, and it involves the five elements, making it intricate and complex. The contents of the jade slip are so difficult to memorize that Xu Wuyi thinks Li Yunjing would need at least half a day.

Who would have thought that I would memorize it in just fifteen minutes?

Is this even a human brain?
It's really annoying to compare people to each other!
When Xu Wuyi was cultivating, it took him a full three hours to memorize everything!

He even wanted to crack open Li Yunjing's skull to see what was inside and how he could be so smart.
"Hehe! Steward Xu, this disciple has noted it down! It's just that I can't understand it. I'm afraid it will take me ten days to half a month to grasp the principles behind it."

Li Yunjing said with a hint of smugness.

"You're really smart, kid!"

After a long while, Xu Wuyi sighed.

However, the fact that a bright student made Xu Wuyi somewhat happy.

A smart person learns quickly; a fool would probably waste too much time here.

Li Yunjing's intelligence, in a way, also reduced Xu Wuyi's teaching pressure.

He was the nominal head of the "Council," and he had many responsibilities. It was already quite difficult for him to find time to instruct Li Yunjing.

It's fine as it is now!

Perhaps, in three months, Li Yunjing will be able to graduate!

Thinking of this, Xu Wuyi breathed a sigh of relief.

Completing his apprenticeship in three months doesn't mean Li Yunjing has become a grandmaster of array formations!
Instead, they learned the basics and were able to skillfully set up some small things.

As for his future achievements, it depends on Li Yunjing's own comprehension and his desire for the Dao.

Moreover, just like other places in the "Shenxiao Dao Sect", Li Yunjing also has to pay to learn advanced knowledge!
These three months are the perks that "Seven Star Palace" gave to Li Yunjing!

There won't be any more good deals like this in the future!

At this moment, Li Yunjing asked with a hint of longing in his eyes, "Deacon Xu, could you explain this 'Minor Five Elements Formation' to me?"

"Alright! Come with me to the formation training ground. I'll personally teach you how to set up formations!"

Xu Wu stood up and, with Li Yunjing in tow, pushed open a door to the room.

That's where Xu Wu usually works on his formations.

As a powerful steward of the "Seven Star Palace," he was naturally very proficient in formations and had a great passion for them.

"The 'Minor Five Elements Formation' is a formation that combines offense and defense. Now, I will explain the five elements materials required..."

With a series of flashes in his hand, more than a dozen Five Elements spiritual objects appeared in front of him. He sat cross-legged on the ground and began to condense these materials with his own magic power.

While refining the materials, Xu Wuyi told Li Yunjing the required quality and quantity of the five elements materials.

The five elements must be in perfect balance to form this array.

Therefore, material selection is a very important matter.

In the world of cultivation, there are countless materials of the five elements. However, to quickly find five similar materials that form a balance requires a cultivator to have a profound understanding of the five elements.

Li Yunjing possesses a top-grade Five Elements spiritual root, making him highly compatible with Five Elements spiritual objects.

However, if asked to name a set of five elements spiritual objects that could be combined to form a balance, Li Yunjing couldn't name even one.

At this moment, Li Yunjing greatly admired Xu Wuyi's extensive knowledge.

At the same time, Li Yunjing also realized that his foundation was shallow. He had good talent, but not enough time to learn and grow.

He's way too bad!

Recently, Li Yunjing has achieved some success, and he has unconsciously become arrogant.

Now, having experienced the devastating blow of nothingness, he has finally calmed down and devoted himself fully to cultivation.

For the next period of time, Li Yunjing lived in the "Council Hall" and was almost inseparable from Xu Wuyi, specializing in learning the crafting method of the "Minor Five Elements Array".

Time flies, and three months have passed in the blink of an eye.

Inside the Qiwu Mountain Villa, Li Yunjing sat on a futon and suddenly burst into wild laughter.

Before him lay an intricate array plate, covered with countless runes, placed on the ground.

Li Yunjing, on the other hand, held a triangular flag.

Li Yunjing waved the small flag, controlled the array plate with his divine sense, and silently chanted incantations. With a "boom", the array plate lit up and countless flames rose up.

In the next instant, Li Yunjing's formation training ground turned into a sea of ​​fire.

The futon where Li Yunjing sat seemed to have become the only sanctuary, untouched by the flames.

Li Yunjing waved his command flag again, and instantly, the sea of ​​fire within the formation surged back and entered the formation plate.

The next moment, sharp stone cones emerged from the ground, turning the training ground into ruins.

Then, Li Yunjing waved the command flags repeatedly, unleashing his water, metal, and wood elemental powers, each with such power that it was definitely at the level of the Great Perfection of the Qi Refining Realm.

Of course, they can't be compared to a pervert like Li Yunjing.

They are all at the normal Great Perfection of Qi Refining Realm!
As for the integration of the five elements, Li Yunjing has only mastered one technique, "Water and Fire in Harmony." The integration of the others is not something that can be accomplished overnight, so there is no need to rush it for now.

The power that the "Minor Five Elements Formation" could unleash this time had already satisfied Li Yunjing greatly.

If Li Yunjing were to personally oversee the formation and employ various methods to defeat the enemy, he would not be afraid of even ordinary Foundation Establishment cultivators at the first or second level.

This level of strength greatly satisfied Li Yunjing!
With a cultivation level of the eighth stage of Qi Refining, it is not impossible for him to kill a cultivator at the first level of Foundation Establishment!
If Li Yunjing were to advance to the Great Perfection of the Qi Refining Realm, his combat power would increase significantly. According to Li Yunjing's estimation, even if he were no match for a cultivator at the third level of the Foundation Establishment Realm, he would still have a great chance of escaping unscathed.

After completing three months of study, Li Yunjing was given a two-week vacation.

After putting away the array plate, the array in the training ground activated, and the ground, which had been in complete disarray, began to writhe and was restored to its original state!
"Hey! The masters of the Seven Star Palace are truly amazing! Only when I thoroughly understand the formations in my manor will I be truly renowned in the art of formations!"

Looking at the changes before him, Li Yunjing murmured to himself.

"It's time to ask Fu Chao for help."

After thinking for a moment, Li Yunjing sent a message to Fu Chao to see if he was in seclusion.

"Hey! I just came out of seclusion and you're already looking for me? Let me tell you, my cultivation has also broken through to the eighth level of Qi Refining!"

Fu Chao replied immediately.

Since learning that Li Yunjing had gone out and advanced to the eighth level of Qi Refining, Fu Chao became extremely anxious and announced for the first time that he would go into seclusion and refuse all invitations.

Unexpectedly, three months later, this kid actually advanced to the eighth level of Qi Refining, catching up with Li Yunjing's progress.

However, Li Yunjing didn't care. Fu Chao's eighth level of Qi Refining was worlds apart from his own. If we don't count the powerful weapon in Fu Chao's hand, Li Yunjing could beat ten of him.

"Yeah! Let's get together! I need to talk to you about something!"

Just as Li Yunjing sent the message, his "Ten Thousand Mile Communication Talisman" suddenly vibrated again. He picked it up and saw that it was Jin Shouyun who had sent the message.

"Senior Brother Li, Su Guo and I have both advanced to the seventh level of Qi Refining and completed the task of joining the inner sect. What should we do now?"

Upon seeing Jin Shouyun's message, Li Yunjing realized that the two brothers had come to seek refuge with him.

What else is there to say!

Li Yunjing was eager to find talented subordinates, so how could he let one go?

"You two go to the inner sect's 'Affairs Hall' at 'Tianzhu Peak' and wait for me!"

Li Yunjing quickly replied with a message.

Soon, Jin Shouyun responded, saying he would meet at "Tianzhu Peak".

Shortly after, Fu Chao replied: "Great! Shall we invite Yu Yunyi and Lü Ruoxi too?"

"No need! Just the two of us!"

Li Yunjing replied immediately, adding, "Let's go to 'Yaxiang Garden,' just you and me!"

"Okay! All mysterious! See you tonight!"

Fu Chao replied with one sentence, and the two ended their conversation.

These "Ten Thousand Mile Communication Talismans" are very expensive. Once the matter is settled, that's enough. Of course, you can't use this thing to ask all sorts of questions. How many spirit stones would that cost?
The two of them were not yet extravagant to that extent.

Some things can wait until we meet before we ask them!
After leaving his home, Li Yunjing immediately used the teleportation array of the "Seven Star Palace" to go to "Tianzhu Peak".

Before long, at the summit of Tianzhu Peak, Li Yunjing saw Jin Shouyun and Su Guo, whom he had not seen for a long time.

Even if an outer disciple's cultivation level breaks through from the sixth level of Qi Refining to the seventh level, they still need to complete a task before they can be promoted to an inner disciple.

This is a test for the sect.

Li Yunjing was chosen by an important figure last time, and he also won first place in the outer sect competition, so naturally he doesn't need to do it again.

"Senior Brother Li!"

Jin Shouyun and Su Guo saw Li Yunjing going up the mountain and their eyes lit up immediately, so they ran over.

"Hahaha! Good! Congratulations on your promotion to inner sect!"

Li Yunjing was also very happy to see his two old subordinates, and he looked them up and down.

At this time, Jin Shouyun and Su Guo had changed into the attire of inner disciples, having completed all the procedures for entering the inner sect.

Right now, the only thing stuck is the allocation of one item.

The two voluntarily stopped their plans temporarily, waiting for Li Yunjing to make arrangements for them.

Only when Li Yunjing's side is unable to make arrangements will Jin Shouyun and Su Guo be assigned by the sect to other places to complete the sect's daily tasks.

"I understand what you mean!"

Li Yunjing didn't waste any words and went straight to the point: "The threshold for 'Seven Star Peak' where I am is quite high, it's like this..."

He quickly recounted the rules for recruiting disciples at "Seven Star Peak".

"what?"

Jin Shouyun and Su Guo were dumbfounded when they heard this.

The two of them used to work in the "Scripture Pavilion," so it's not that they haven't read those books on formations, but they're just like scribbles, and the two of them can't learn them at all!
Li Yunjing understood what was going on as soon as he saw their expressions.

These two are the worst of the worst students at "Seven Star Peak"!

"It seems you two aren't cut out for learning formations!"

"Then the second option remains: you will not join any other places for the time being, but instead stay at the foot of the mountain as temporary disciples of 'Seven Star Peak'!"

"When there are tasks, we'll complete them together. I've already told you about the benefits—they're above average for a normal inner disciple! What do you think?"

Li Yunjing continued to ask.

He very much hoped that the two of them could stay at "Seven Star Peak". Although there were no promotion benefits, the treatment was not bad.

It also gave the two more personal space in terms of time.

"There's nothing to say! Wherever Senior Brother Li is, that's where I'll go!"

Jin Shouyun nodded without any hesitation.

"I agree! This is great! We can get spirit stones and contribution points for free without doing any work. What a wonderful thing!"

Su Guo also agreed with a smile.

The treatment of external staff at "Seven Star Peak" is actually quite good.

(End of this chapter)