Immortality and cultivation begin with full comprehension.

Chapter 514 The Teacher Takes Action (Seeking Monthly Tickets)

"Hehe! A sip of soup is quite nice!"

Li Yunjing looked at the sword formation and smiled slightly: "Teacher has arrived. Let's unravel the mystery of the sword formation. It seems that there are even more amazing secrets hidden in the inheritance left by Senior Xuanxiaozi. We will benefit endlessly from just a little bit of it."

"Yes! That makes sense!"

Yu Yunyi, Lü Ruoxi, and Fu Chao were much calmer and nodded in agreement.

A quarter of an hour later, with a loud "boom," a force as powerful as the blazing sun tore through space and entered the barrier directly.

It was Qin Jiuxiao who arrived.

Even without the token for the barrier, this important figure didn't waste much time and calmly entered the underground barrier.

"is teacher!"

Li Yunjing was overjoyed and immediately got up to greet him.

Fu Chao, Lü Ruoxi, and Yu Yunyi followed behind Li Yunjing, chests out and heads held high, to greet this legendary figure from the "Shenxiao Dao Sect" in the best possible manner.

As a beam of clear light descended, Qin Jiuxiao appeared before everyone. His aura shifted, becoming indistinguishable from that of an ordinary mortal.

Li Yunjing knelt down on one knee first and said loudly, "Disciple Li Yunjing respectfully welcomes Master!"

He stood tall and straight like a pine tree, his eyes filled with reverence and joy.

Fu Chao, Lü Ruoxi, and Yu Yunyi exchanged a glance and hurriedly followed suit in bowing.

"Junior Fu Chao has long admired the name of Ancestor Qin. It is my great honor to meet you today!"

Fu Chao's movements were a little clumsy, his knees hitting the ground hard, but he endured the pain, straightened his back, and spoke loudly.

"Junior Lü Ruoxi greets Palace Master Qin."

Lu Ruoxi gracefully bent down and knelt, placing her hands folded on her knees. The soft sword made a soft sound with her movements. Her tone was calm and composed, and she had long lost her usual coquettishness.

"Junior Yu Yunyi greets Senior Qin."

Yu Yunyi gracefully bowed, the jade hairpin in her hair trembling slightly with the movement, and said softly.

Before this great man, everyone paid their respects with utmost sincerity.

"Rise, all of you. There's no need for such formalities."

Looking at the talents of the "Shenxiao Dao Sect", Qin Jiuxiao raised his hand in a gesture of support and smiled gently.

His voice was like a clear spring, carrying a reassuring power, "Yun Jing, you have made a great contribution this time. After you break the sword formation, you will be richly rewarded when you return to the sect."

After saying that, he glanced at the three of them, a hint of appreciation flashing in his eyes, "You were able to venture into the secret realm with Yun Jing, which shows that you are both of excellent character and strength. If you have any cultivation problems in the future, please feel free to ask."

"This is what a disciple should do!"

Li Yunjing straightened his back, clasped his hands and bowed at a ninety-degree angle: "It was truly a coincidence that we were able to find Xuanxiaozi's Daoist temple this time."

Ancestor, we've been guarding this sword formation for four months, and our eyes are practically calloused from staring at it!

Before he could finish speaking, Fu Chao had already jumped forward, scratching his head and grinning, "With you here, these flying swords will definitely obey!"

Yu Yunyi and Lü Ruoxi, standing to the side, also flattered her, saying many nice things to this senior.

"Haha! You guys!"

Qin Jiuxiao was in a good mood, and smiled slightly as he listened to the flattery from the sect's prodigies.

"By the way! Teacher, this is a summary of my experience that I just came up with. Please take a look!"

Li Yunjing seemed to remember something and respectfully handed over a jade slip.

Qin Jiuxiao nodded slightly, took the jade slip, and scanned the densely filled notes with his sharp eyes. He smiled slightly and said, "You are meticulous and thoughtful, which is rare."

As for Li Yunjing's skill level?

Even someone like Qin Jiuxiao didn't offer any criticism, which shows that Li Yunjing's mastery of formations greatly satisfied this important figure.

Master of Array Formation!

Putting aside Li Yunjing's combat strength, his very identity makes him a treasure in the "Shenxiao Dao Sect".

You need to be taken care of by everyone in the sect!

If Li Yunjing didn't possess such formidable combat power, the sect would have to invite several Golden Core Realm experts from other peaks to protect him whenever he went out!
This highlights the importance of technical talent!
Within the "Shenxiao Dao Sect," masters of array formations, alchemy, weapon crafting, puppetry, celestial secrets, and talismanic arts are all treasures!

Far more important than an ordinary Golden Core cultivator!

This is an open secret!
The ordinary Golden Core cultivators had no objections either!

Everyone knows that exceptional talents play a far more important role in the development of the entire sect than "mediocre" people like them.

At this moment, Qin Jiuxiao quickly finished reading Li Yunjing's summary, and he was very satisfied. He also gained some understanding of this formation.

He slowly walked towards the jade platform, his aura as a Nascent Soul cultivator emanating from him, transforming into an invisible barrier to isolate him from external spiritual interference.

His withered fingers brushed across the suspended sword array, and the eighty-one flying swords suddenly trembled, drawing star trails in the void. The wisps of sword energy could not shake his flesh and blood body in the slightest.

"Sure enough!"

Qin Jiuxiao's pupils contracted slightly, and he formed a hand seal, causing the nine sword formations to begin rotating in reverse.

The bamboo slip in the center of the sword formation unfolded automatically, and the words turned into streams of light that entered his sea of ​​consciousness, stirring up a violent storm of spiritual energy.

After standing quietly for an hour, a semi-transparent phantom of a star map appeared behind Qin Jiuxiao, perfectly overlapping with the sword formation.

The instant the star map phantom overlapped with the sword formation, Qin Jiuxiao's aura suddenly surged, and surging spiritual power swept across the entire space like a tidal wave.

His beard and hair moved without wind, his robes fluttered, and he seemed to be one with the heavens and stars.

The nine sword formations released dazzling light as they rotated in reverse, and the eighty-one flying swords hummed continuously, with the runes on their blades moving as if they were alive.

"rise!"

Qin Jiuxiao let out a loud shout and formed a complex hand seal with his hands.

In an instant, nine "Zhou Tian Xing Chen Sword Formations" soared into the sky, arranged in a unified pattern in mid-air below. Spiritual energy flowed between the sword formations, forming a huge nine-palace diagram.

The seven-colored spring water of the underground lake was also drawn in, transforming into a pillar of light that shot straight into the sky, reflecting the light of the sword formation.

Li Yunjing and the other three were so overwhelmed by the overwhelming aura that they could hardly breathe and retreated backwards, simultaneously unleashing their magical treasures to defend themselves.

"This is too scary!"

Fu Chao's eyes widened in surprise. "Ancestor, are you going to drain all the spiritual energy from the entire dojo?"

"Don't speak! Our senior is at a critical moment. We will protect him with all our might!"

Yu Yunyi's face was pale, but she forced herself to speak.

At this moment, Qin Jiuxiao had no energy to care about what Li Yunjing and the other three were thinking. All his energy was focused on subduing the "Zhou Tian Xing Chen Sword Formation".

Even this important figure, someone who was almost at the peak of the Nascent Soul realm, found it difficult.

His forehead was covered with fine beads of sweat, and his consciousness frantically shuttled between the sword formation and the star map.

Each time he formed a hand seal, it caused a spatial tremor, as if the surrounding air was being torn apart, revealing dark void cracks.

If Qin Jiuxiao hadn't released his Nascent Soul Realm aura early on and taken control of the barrier, the entire world would have collapsed under his terrifying power.

The spiritual energy storm within the sword formation grew increasingly fierce, and the characters on the bamboo slips transformed into golden arrows, continuously shooting towards Qin Jiuxiao's sea of ​​consciousness.

Suddenly, Qin Jiuxiao let out a muffled groan, and a trickle of blood spilled from the corner of his mouth.

"Teacher, I'll lend you a hand!"

Seeing this, Li Yunjing immediately activated the "Ancient Bronze Bell," and the sound of the bell transformed into tangible sound waves, forcibly suppressing the rampaging sword formation.

As for Yu Yunyi, Lü Ruoxi, and Fu Chao, they could only worry helplessly, without any recourse.

Li Yunjing's intervention could have some effect and influence, but their actions were completely useless and superfluous.

"Can not give up!"

At this moment, Qin Jiuxiao gritted his teeth and persevered, a resolute glint in his eyes.

He suddenly summoned his natal magic weapon, a jade pendant engraved with star patterns. The jade pendant floated in the center of the sword formation and instantly absorbed all the spiritual energy storm.

Under the guidance of the jade pendant, the nine sword formations slowly returned to calm, and the bamboo slip in the center of the sword formation also stopped attacking.

As the last trace of spiritual energy dissipated, Qin Jiuxiao let out a long sigh, his whole body swaying slightly as if he had lost all strength.

"It's done! This 'Zhou Tian Xing Chen Sword Formation' truly lives up to its name. It's not only capable of both offense and defense, but it also contains the mysteries of the laws of space!"

But his eyes gleamed with excitement.

Qin Jiuxiao reached out and summoned eighty-one flying swords, which transformed into streams of light and surrounded him, emitting cheerful chimes.

"Congratulations, Master (Ancestor)!"

Seeing that Qin Jiuxiao had successfully suppressed the "Zhou Tian Xing Chen Sword Formation", Li Yunjing and the other three said in unison, their faces full of admiration and joy.

"The reason I was able to master the sword formation so quickly is all thanks to the experience you summarized." Qin Jiuxiao smiled and looked at Li Yunjing: "This sword formation will be studied and carried forward by you and me, master and disciple!"

Qin Jiuxiao raised his hand and waved it lightly, and four streams of light flew out from his sleeve, each entering the forehead of Li Yunjing and the other three.

Fu Chao scratched his head and grinned foolishly. In his sea of ​​consciousness, there was a jade slip containing the method of refining high-level talismans. Lu Ruoxi's soft sword suddenly emitted an icy blue light. She had actually obtained a set of sword techniques that could resonate with the sword formation. Yu Yunyi's jade flute hummed and ancient array patterns appeared. The secret techniques contained within it instantly improved by several realms.

It can be said that even a small reward was enough to make Yu Yunyi, Lü Ruoxi, and Fu Chao feel incredibly fortunate.

This knowledge is priceless.

It's far more useful than rewarding people with spirit stones or array plates.

After all, the knowledge gained can benefit one for a lifetime and truly enhance a cultivator's strength.

"This is for you."

Qin Jiuxiao then took out four jade tokens engraved with star patterns. "These are the passes for Xuanxiaozi's Daoist temple. You can use them to enter and exit the barrier and to access the spiritual spring in the future."

He looked at Li Yunjing with expectation in his eyes, and handed him an ancient array plate: "This 'Celestial Evolution Myriad Phenomena Plate' was obtained by my own fortuitous encounter in my early years, and it is perfect for you to study arrays."

Li Yunjing solemnly accepted the array plate with both hands. The moment his fingertips touched the surface of the plate, he felt thousands of array patterns flowing around him, as if he had opened up a new world of arrays.

"Thank you for your guidance, Master. I will definitely work with you to unravel the mysteries of the sword formation!"

Li Yunjing was overjoyed. With this treasure, he could work with the "Seven Star Treasure Book" to accelerate his comprehension of formations, which was of great benefit to him given his limited time.

Qin Jiuxiao laughed loudly, his magical power surging around him. The spiritual spring in the underground lake suddenly surged and condensed into four crystal clear spiritual pearls that floated in the air: "These 'Marrow Cleansing Spiritual Pearls' can help you consolidate your foundation."

"Thank you very much, Master (Ancestor)!"

Li Yunjing and the other three hadn't expected there to be any benefits, and they happily accepted the "Marrow Cleansing Pearls".

"However, remember that such opportunities are easily coveted."

Qin Jiuxiao's gaze swept over everyone, and his expression turned serious: "From today onwards, I will go into seclusion here for three months to ensure that the sword formation is fully integrated with my own cultivation."

After saying that, he raised his hand to form a hand seal, and the barrier around the entire dojo shone brightly, completely concealing the area from the inside out.

Without the strength of a peak Nascent Soul Realm cultivator and the level of a Grandmaster of Array Dao, it would be impossible to discover the anomalies in the "Endless Mountains".

Three months passed in the blink of an eye, and spiritual energy surged like a tide in the underground dojo.

Li Yunjing sat cross-legged in the crystal pavilion, with the "Celestial Evolution Myriad Phenomena Disc" floating in front of him. His fingertips swept across the array disc, and nine small sword arrays rotated accordingly, creating a wonderful resonance with the "Zhou Tian Star Sword Array" floating in the distance.

These nine sword formations were top-grade magical artifacts that Li Yunjing casually crafted as experimental subjects to comprehend the "Zhou Tian Xing Chen Sword Formation".

After all, the original artifact is still with the teacher, and it's not his turn to study it yet.

For the past three months, he has been studying the formation and the Seven Star Manual day and night, and now he can unleash 30% of the power of the "Zhou Tian Xing Chen Sword Formation".

As for Fu Chao, he set up a simple workshop by the spiritual spring and studied the talisman jade slips bestowed upon him by Qin Jiuxiao until he was thoroughly familiar with them.

At this moment, he held a cinnabar brush and quickly sketched on the specially made talisman paper. As the last stroke fell, the talisman paper exploded with a bang, and nine bolts of lightning shot out like dragons.

"It's done! The Nine Heavens Thunder Talisman!"

He waved the talisman excitedly.

Seeing Fu Chao's happy expression, Li Yunjing nodded slightly, then turned to look at Lü Ruoxi, who was practicing her sword by the lake.

Lü Ruoxi incorporated the newly acquired sword technique into her swordplay. The icy blue sword light, imbued with a chilling sword intent, slashed the lake surface with each swing, leaving ice marks over ten feet long.

Her figure was graceful and ethereal. Her sword energy merged with the spiritual power of the underground lake, condensing into an ice crystal sword array above her head. With the creation of the sword array, her swordsmanship improved significantly.

Judging from Lü Ruoxi's performance, Li Yunjing secretly calculated that Lü Ruoxi's combat power had improved very quickly. At least, cultivators at the eighth level of the Foundation Establishment Realm from small sects and families were no longer her match.

As for Yu Yun, she has also made great progress.

It can be said that Li Yunjing brought the three of them out for training this time, equipped them with a set of magical artifacts, and the crises they encountered severely tempered them.

The three of them, upon returning to the "Shenxiao Dao Sect," could be considered to be at the second-tier level among the true disciples, second only to those top-tier true disciples.

It should be noted that before this, the three of them were only at the middle level among the true disciples.

"Boom!"

The restrictions on Qin Jiuxiao's secluded cultivation spot suddenly dissipated. He raised his hand and gently clenched it, and the "Zhou Tian Xing Chen Sword Formation" floating in the center of the dojo shrank in response, turning into nine streams of light that entered his palm.

"After three months, I've finally grasped about 70% of the essence of this sword formation."

He glanced at the four of them, his eyes full of satisfaction. "Your progress has surprised me."

Li Yunjing led his men forward and respectfully bowed.

"Yun Jing, your ability to comprehend the mysteries of the stars through your self-made sword formation is beyond my expectations."

Qin Jiuxiao raised his hand to support him and said in a deep voice, "Although I control this sword formation, the responsibility of passing it on will ultimately fall on your shoulders."

As he spoke, he took out a jade slip engraved with star maps, "This is the complete method for operating the sword formation. Study it carefully."

"Thank you teacher!"

Li Yunjing was overjoyed; he understood what his teacher meant.

"No need to thank me! If anyone should thank me, it's you!"

Qin Jiuxiao smiled and said, "I have gained some insights during this seclusion, and perhaps I can reach a higher level."

"This disciple wishes Master in advance success in breaking through to the Nascent Soul Realm and attaining the position of True Lord!"

Upon hearing this, Li Yunjing's mind raced, and he immediately realized what was going on, shouting loudly.

Yu Yunyi, Lü Ruoxi, and Fu Chao then realized what was happening and joined Li Yunjing in offering their congratulations loudly.

"hehe!"

Qin Jiuxiao did not refute, but said calmly, "That step was fraught with difficulties and dangers. I only have a glimmer of hope now. What the future holds is still unknown."

However, Qin Jiuxiao's smile revealed to Li Yunjing and the other three that this ancestor was quite confident!
"Ancestor, when we go back this time, will we be able to walk around like we own the place?"

Fu Chao scratched his head and came closer, still clutching the Nine Heavens Thunder Talisman he hadn't had time to put away, and asked with a grin.

"You're just being ridiculous!"

Qin Jiuxiao chuckled upon hearing this and flicked his forehead: "While this sword formation is powerful, it is also the easiest target for covetous eyes. On this return journey, be sure to keep a low profile."

"Teacher, what is the background of this Senior Xuanxiaozi? What is his cultivation level?"

Li Yunjing asked curiously.

"It should be at the high-level of the Nascent Soul Realm!"

Qin Jiuxiao nodded slightly, but his expression grew increasingly solemn: "Such a person, in the end, died of old age here. It is both tragic and lamentable."

"Ugh……"

Upon hearing Qin Jiuxiao's words, Li Yunjing's heart sank.

If even such highly accomplished individuals cannot become immortals, where will their path to immortality lead?

"Teacher, what will happen to the dojo here?"

After a long while, Li Yunjing regained his composure and continued to ask.

"This is a treasure trove!"

Qin Jiuxiao frowned slightly. "It's temporarily sealed off. Once I break through to the Nascent Soul Realm, I'll settle here directly! At that time, no one will dare to compete with my 'Divine Firmament Dao Sect'!"

"Ok!"

Li Yun nodded, a thought suddenly occurring to him.

It seems I still know too little about this place!

Perhaps after the teacher arrived, the teacher gained much more than just a "Zhou Tian Xing Chen Sword Formation".

"The Endless Mountains are rife with undercurrents. During my exploration of the 'Heavenly Ruins Secret Realm,' I sensed the presence of many powerful beings."

Qin Jiuxiao added, "You must not let your guard down on the return journey."

After saying his last sentence, he turned his gaze to Fu Chao.

When Fu Chao was met with Qin Jiuxiao's gaze, he was startled, his heart skipped a beat, and he showed a hint of embarrassment.

"Alright! Let's go!"

With that, he flicked his sleeve, and Li Yunjing and the other three were swept up and lifted out of the ground.

Li Yunjing and the other three looked back and saw that the barrier around the dojo was slowly closing.

As the last barrier dissipated, the group transformed into streaks of light and disappeared into the clouds and mist of the "Endless Mountains".

Unbeknownst to them, a pair of eerie green eyes were fixed on the direction they had left, a sinister smile playing on their lips, hundreds of miles away from the dojo.

(End of this chapter)