Immortality and cultivation begin with full comprehension.

Chapter 531 Explaining the Great Dao (Seeking Monthly Tickets)

"Sigh... I never thought that my 'Seven Star Palace' would have its glorious days again."

Second Elder Liu Qingyun's eyes were already red with tears as she repeatedly praised.

This woman is a peak Golden Core Realm expert and also a high-level array master. She is one of the pillars of the "Seven Star Palace".

As for the Grand Elder, he went into seclusion to prepare for breaking through to the Nascent Soul Realm.

"It was Junior Brother Liu who had the foresight to recognize a hero and brought the Vice Sect Leader into my 'Seven Star Palace'!"

Third Elder Chen Moyuan stroked his long, snow-white beard, tears of relief welling up in his eyes.

With trembling hands, he took out an ancient array diagram from his sleeve. "This is the 'Nine Heavens Thunder Dragon Demon-Trapping Array,' which I have studied all my life. I now give it to you, hoping that you can bring its power to its fullest potential."

"I told you back then that you were no ordinary person!"

Fourth Elder Zhou Honglie laughed loudly, gesturing wildly, causing the surrounding air to buzz: "Now that you have reached the second level of the Golden Core realm, even an old fellow like me would have to be wary of you!"

He boldly unfastened the thunder-patterned jade pendant from his waist, saying, "This jade pendant has been with me for many years. It can block an attack from a Nascent Soul Realm expert for you at a critical moment. You should accept it!"

"Sigh... I never expected this. I thought you were talented when you won first place in the outer sect competition, but I never imagined you would be such a genius!"

Elder Liu Shang also showed a look of admiration.

Looking back, he and the Grand Elder of the Outer Sect jointly hosted the Outer Sect's small competition. Little did they know that in this relaxing little game, they would find a rough gem for "Seven Star Peak".

In just twenty years, this rough gem has become the most dazzling pearl of the "Shenxiao Dao Sect" and even the entire Southern Heaven Continent!

Do not!
Not just the Southern Continent!

There isn't even a genius like this on the entire "Tianlan Star"!
Elder Liu Shang firmly believes!

"Elders, you flatter me. Yun Jing is just a bit lucky. He has been nurtured by the sect and helped by his seniors, which is why he has achieved what he has today."

Li Yunjing hurriedly cupped his hands in apology, a blush creeping onto his handsome face.

To be honest, Li Yunjing has heard people praise him before!

However, with so many important figures from the "Seven Star Palace," including a Grandmaster of Array Dao at the peak of the Golden Core Realm, boasting about themselves, Li Yunjing didn't feel elated at all; instead, he felt extremely uncomfortable.

He accepted the array diagram from Chen Moyuan with both hands, his fingertips tracing the flowing lightning patterns on the yellowed silk, and solemnly said, "The Third Elder's life's work, Yun Jing will study it day and night and live up to his expectations."

Faced with the "thunder pattern jade pendant" thrown by Zhou Honglie, he hurriedly took half a step back, not daring to accept it lightly.

This is a forbidden artifact capable of blocking an attack from a Nascent Soul Realm cultivator!
Elder Zhou Honglie didn't know which Supreme Elder had obtained the life-saving item from, and he gave it to Li Yunjing. How could Li Yunjing not dare to touch it?

It was precisely because he was so moved that he dared not accept the gift.

This is such a huge favor!
The elders of the Seven Star Palace were so enthusiastic.

This gave Li Yunjing an unbearable feeling.

"Just accept it as I told you to!"

However, Li Yunjing's concession was useless, and the Fourth Elder forcibly hung it on his waist: "Do you not despise my things?"

"I will always remember the kindness of the Fourth Elder. If we encounter a powerful enemy in the future, I will definitely use the jade pendant to protect the sect."

Li Yunjing could only smile wryly and bow in thanks.

"If it weren't for Elder Liu's discerning eye back then, how could Yun Jing have been qualified to enter my 'Seven Star Peak' and become a disciple of the Palace Master?"

When his gaze turned to Elder Liu Shang, he was equally wistful: "Yun Jing will never forget this kindness of being recognized and appreciated!"

He looked up at the plaque above the palace gate hanging high outside the hall, "Now that I am in charge of the deputy sect leader, Yun Jing can only do his best to restore the glory of 'Seven Star Palace' to live up to everyone's expectations."

"Don't underestimate yourself. Your temperament and talent are extremely rare, even after hundreds of thousands of years in the sect."

Liu Qingyun smiled and comforted her junior brother, adding, "If you encounter any problems with array formations in the future, feel free to come to your senior sister."

Li Yunjing nodded repeatedly, glancing out of the corner of his eye at the true disciples sitting in the hall.

The burning reverence in their eyes suddenly reminded him of himself when he first entered the "Shenxiao Dao Sect" thirty-five years ago.

"Today's glory belongs to every member of the 'Seven Star Palace'!"

He straightened his back and declared loudly, "If Yun Jing is fortunate enough to ascend to the position of sect leader in the future, he will do everything in his power to cultivate more promising young talents for the sect!"

Before he finished speaking, thunderous applause resounded throughout the "Seven Star Palace".

The true disciples could no longer contain their excitement, and gasps of amazement erupted from the crowd.

"Senior Brother Li is simply a celestial being descended to earth!"

A young disciple looked at Li Yunjing with admiration, his voice trembling: "To achieve such accomplishments in fifteen years of seclusion, you will surely become a peerless powerhouse renowned throughout the world!"

"Yeah yeah!"

Another disciple's eyes gleamed with fervent light, "Senior Brother Li not only possesses extraordinary cultivation, but he has also refined three great tokens. He is truly a role model for us all!"

"If I could receive even a little guidance from my senior brother, I would be willing to shorten my lifespan by ten years!"

These disciples, who were usually arrogant and haughty, gathered around Li Yunjing, eager to learn about his cultivation techniques.

Li Yunjing looked at the disciples who had gathered around him, his gaze sweeping over the eagerness and expectation in their eyes, and a sense of mission welled up in his heart.

He raised his hand to signal everyone to be quiet and said in a loud voice, "Since that's the case, I will dare to share my cultivation experience over the years with you all. If there are any omissions, I hope my fellow disciples will not hesitate to point them out."

As soon as he finished speaking, he flicked his finger, and a soft bolt of lightning condensed in the air into a three-foot-square floating platform, which he then slowly stepped onto.

As his fingertips swept across the void, phantom images of numerous cultivation manuals, such as the "Divine Firmament Path," appeared behind him, their flowing lightning power illuminating the entire hall.

"In the path of cultivation, a solid foundation is essential."

He held up a ball of lightning in his palm. "Just like this power of lightning, if one's meridians are weak and one's spiritual sense is superficial, even if one absorbs a lot of spiritual energy from heaven and earth, it will be nothing but a mirage."

"The method of lightning tempering emphasizes the balance of strength and gentleness."

"You see, these lightning threads may seem violent, but they can actually flow through the meridians like water. When you circulate your energy, you need to use your divine sense as a guide to direct the lightning power to your dantian, and then use the mental techniques and incantations of the Shenxiao Dao to refine it for your own use."

“I know that this method is easy to say but difficult to do.”

"But there are no shortcuts to spiritual practice. Only through continuous attempts and insights can one achieve a breakthrough."

After a pause, Li Yunjing looked around and, seeing that the elders were listening attentively, said, "Everyone, I am most skilled in thunder magic, and today I will begin to explain my cultivation in thunder magic!"

"The 'Thunder Path' is an important path of our 'Divine Firmament Dao Sect.' I will explain to you how to cultivate internally, communicate with the power of thunder, and achieve the state of communion between heaven and man, and the ability to exorcise evil and subdue demons..."

"Thunder is the pivot of heaven and earth, the creation of yin and yang."

“Internally cultivating the five internal organs leads to the Five Thunders, while externally responding to the five energies leads to the Five Emperors.”

"The fire of the heart rises and becomes thunder, the water of the kidneys surges and becomes lightning."

"When the Qi circulates, the Thunder City trembles; when the primordial spirit shines in stillness, all gods obey its commands."

……

What is the pivot of heaven and earth?

Before anyone could answer, Li Yunjing began to explain: "The primordial origin of the universe is symbolized by the power of thunder, and it is the key to the operation of heaven and earth."

"In Daoist alchemy, this corresponds to the explosive power of the body's innate Qi..."

"Internal cultivation of the five internal organs is the Five Thunders: Heart Fire Thunder (Thunderbolt), Liver Wood Thunder (Azure Spirit), Spleen Earth Thunder (Kun Pivot), Lung Metal Thunder (Radiant Splendor), and Kidney Water Thunder (Lightning)."

"Through internal alchemy cultivation, the essence of the five internal organs is transformed into thunderous energy..."

"The five external energies correspond to the five emperors, the five thunder emperors, which correspond to the Xuanmen concept of 'the microcosm of the human body'..."

This sermon lasted for seven days and seven nights, from Li Yunjing's initial encounter with the "Five Thunder Orthodox Method" to his development of his own path.

By integrating the power of the five elements, one can wield the "Five Elements Divine Thunder." Then, one comprehends the principles of Yin and Yang, condensing the "Yin-Yang Divine Thunder." Finally, one achieves the unity of the five elements and Yin-Yang, returning to the innate state, condensing chaotic energy, and comprehending the "Chaotic Divine Thunder"...

Li Yunjing shared almost everything without reservation, detailing every single point, which greatly moved the assembled "Seven Star Palace" leaders.

As high-ranking members of the "Shenxiao Dao Sect," who among them was unaware of some thunder magic techniques? Seven days later, everyone gained insights and re-examined their own learning, only then realizing how far behind they were in the art of thunder magic!

Li Yunjing's explanation almost pointed out the way for everyone, making them understand which direction to strive for in their next cultivation!

As for whether it was successful?

That depends on their skill and talent in using lightning magic.

As long as you have enough talent and the right opportunities, anyone can make a huge improvement by following Li Yunjing's guidance!

Seeing the joy in everyone's expressions.

Li Yunjing nodded slightly, knowing that his efforts had not been in vain.

He raised his hand and waved it lightly. In the void of the side hall of the "Seven Star Palace", thunder patterns intertwined with the five elements appeared. The thunder of the five colors of metal, wood, water, fire and earth intertwined, yet were clearly distinct.

"As you all know, the 'Five Elements Divine Thunder' may seem to be mutually reinforcing and mutually restraining, but in fact they can complement each other."

The Five Elements of Heaven and Earth are the foundation of cultivation. Almost everyone has cultivated these five great paths, so Li Yunjing began to demonstrate them to everyone using "Five Elements Divine Thunder".

With a slight twitch of his fingertips, the earth-yellow "Earth-Defending Divine Thunder" burst forth first, instantly forming an indestructible thunder shield on the ground. "Using earth thunder to defend, wood thunder to generate, and metal thunder to break, water and fire thunder complement each other, thus forming a cycle between offense and defense."

As soon as she finished speaking, Liu Qingyun lightly raised her jade hand, and a cyan wooden lightning bolt shot out from her fingertip, colliding with Li Yunjing's earthen lightning bolt.

The originally heavy earthen shield sprouted thousands of thunder vines as if they were alive, transforming into a barrier that could both attack and defend.

"I see!"

Her beautiful eyes widened, filled with surprise. "I used to use the 'Five Elements Thunder Technique' separately, but I never knew that it could be used so wonderfully after being combined!"

"I have studied thunder magic for decades, but only today do I realize that I have only seen a part of it."

Chen Moyuan stroked his long, snow-white beard with trembling hands, his eyes flashing with excitement: "The 'Five Elements Divine Thunder' mentioned by the Vice Sect Master perfectly blends the fierceness and gentleness of thunder magic. Such insight is truly unheard of!"

As he spoke, he formed a hand seal, attempting to condense "Five Elements Divine Thunder," but repeatedly failed because he couldn't grasp the technique.

Seeing this, Li Yunjing advised, "Elder, don't be impatient. The key to the 'Five Elements Divine Thunder' lies in grasping the word 'balance.' The five elements must be balanced. If you are not confident, do not attempt it!"

"The five elements of heaven and earth can only condense into the most powerful divine thunder by mutually embracing and transforming each other."

Under Li Yunjing's guidance, Chen Moyuan finally understood why he couldn't succeed.

"So that's how it is! Although I don't have the five elements spiritual roots, I can use external forces to supplement the five elements, try to balance them, and cultivate to a perfect state, then I can condense 'Five Elements Divine Thunder'!"

Chen Moyuan understood.

Although he knew it was easier said than done, he now had a direction, unlike in the past when he used his various elemental lightning techniques separately.

As Li Yunjing's explanation deepened, the entire "Seven Star Palace" was enveloped in dense thunderous power.

The extraordinary phenomenon of the Thunder Dragon rose into the air and lay horizontally on the roof of the "Seven Star Palace".

Those who listened to the teachings tried to integrate what they had learned into their own thunder magic, and occasionally bursts of exclamations erupted.

A true disciple who could only use the ordinary "Palm Thunder" was now able to draw upon the power of the five elements and comprehend the "Bing Fire Divine Thunder" and "Yi Wood Divine Thunder".

The elders benefited greatly, gaining new insights into the advanced lightning techniques they cultivated.

When Li Yunjing spoke of the Chaotic Divine Thunder, the spiritual energy of heaven and earth in the entire "Seven Star Palace" began to surge wildly.

As he raised his hand, a gray lightning bolt, imbued with the aura of creation, condensed in his palm. This lightning bolt had no dazzling colors, yet it caused everyone present to feel a tremor originating from the depths of their souls.

"The Chaos Divine Thunder is the ancestor of all thunder, containing the power of the beginning of heaven and earth."

His voice seemed to carry a Daoist resonance, "To comprehend the Chaos Divine Thunder, one not only needs profound cultivation, but also a deep understanding of the Great Dao of Heaven and Earth..."

Half a month has passed since the explanations of the Five Elements Divine Thunder, Yin-Yang Divine Thunder, and Chaos Divine Thunder were completed.

However, the members of the "Seven Star Palace" remained immersed in their insights from cultivation and were unable to extricate themselves.

Many people immediately sat down and began to immerse themselves in what they had learned.

Meanwhile, the elders, including Liu Qingyun, surrounded Li Yunjing, continuing to ask him various difficult questions.

This sermon not only greatly improved the lightning magic cultivation of everyone in the Seven Star Palace, but also gave them a completely new understanding of the path of cultivation.

Even for questions other than thunder magic, they could get answers from Li Yunjing.

In the "Nine Heavens Cloud Palace" deep within the Seven Star Palace, a phantom sat cross-legged on a futon formed of lightning. It was none other than Qin Jiuxiao, the palace master who was in seclusion trying to break through to the Nascent Soul Realm.

His eyes, which had been tightly closed, suddenly opened, and seven stars swirled in them as he looked toward the direction of the "Seven Star Palace" preaching area.

At this moment, the spiritual energy of the entire "Shenxiao Dao Sect" converged towards the Seven Star Palace, condensing into a huge thunder seal in the sky, which turned out to be the two characters "Chaos".

"What a precious disciple!"

Qin Jiuxiao clapped his hands and laughed, causing the ancient array patterns on the walls of the secret chamber to buzz. "When we first met in the 'City of Glory,' I knew he had great fortune, but I never expected that in just a few decades he would be able to comprehend the profound Dao of Thunder!"

A jade slip flew out from his sleeve, recording fragments of Li Yunjing's sermons. After repeatedly studying them, he found that what his disciple had said actually touched him.

This greatly shocked Qin Jiuxiao!
What a treasure.

Meanwhile, in other secluded places on "Seven Star Peak," the seven Supreme Elders were deducing celestial secrets on the "Star Gazing Platform."

When Li Yunjing explained the "Chaotic Divine Thunder," it also startled them.

"This boy's understanding of the Dao of Thunder is even more profound than that of us old folks who have lived for thousands of years!"

The leading elder, Xuanjizi, stroked his long, floor-length beard, his eyes filled with amazement: "The Five Elements and Yin-Yang are unified, pointing directly to the origin of the Great Dao. How wonderful, how wonderful!"

"No wonder the Qin Palace generals defied public opinion and took him as their last disciple."

Another elder, Chi Yangzi, sighed, "When I accepted him as a disciple, I thought he didn't have a distinguished background. Now it seems I misjudged him."

The elders all nodded, their eyes filled with admiration as they looked at the "Seven Star Palace".

The news of Li Yunjing's sermon quickly spread among the sect's higher-ups. Even the elders who usually stayed behind closed doors couldn't help but come out of seclusion to watch the grand spectacle of Li Yunjing's sermon from afar at "Seven Star Peak".

"Given time, this child's potential is limitless, and he may truly lead the 'Divine Firmament Dao Sect' to regain its former glory!"

Almost all the Supreme Elders had this thought in their minds!

Meanwhile, Li Yunjing was patiently answering Liu Qingyun's questions about the fusion of array formations and thunder magic.

Unbeknownst to him, from this moment on, many elders and supreme elders of the "Shenxiao Dao Sect" regarded him as the hope for the revitalization of the sect. Li Yunjing's position as the first deputy sect leader became more and more stable and almost unshakable!
A sermon not only changed the cultivation path of everyone in the "Seven Star Palace," but also quietly rewrote the future of the "Divine Firmament Dao Sect."

Li Yunjing stayed at the Seven Star Palace for a month, finally getting rid of the elders and true disciples and getting some rest.

He first returned to "Qiwu Mountain Villa" to check on the situation at home.

Fifteen years have passed, and Zhu Wanyun's cultivation has become increasingly advanced, now reaching the third level of the Foundation Establishment Realm.

Of course, Zhu Wanyun's strength was only in cultivation level. In terms of combat power, being able to deal with an ordinary cultivator at the fifth level of the Foundation Establishment Realm was already extremely rare.

After all, Zhu Wanyun is not a prodigy!
Xiao Huang's cultivation level has also increased.

The little creature's body hadn't grown; it was still three feet tall, but its entire body was golden, gleaming with a golden light, and it had some characteristics of the Golden-Winged Roc.

As soon as the little guy saw its owner return, a clear bird song pierced the air, and a golden light swooped down from the eaves like lightning.

Little Yellow transformed into a streak of light, circling around him. Its golden tail feathers brushed against his shoulder, emitting a cheerful chirp. It also held a fruit that shimmered with spiritual light in its paws, clearly wanting to present it as a treasure.

"Little Huang, stop fooling around!"

A familiar voice came from inside the courtyard. Zhu Wanyun was wearing a plain white dress and holding a jade hairpin, tying up her long hair.

Upon seeing Li Yunjing return, Zhu Wanyun rushed to him, her eyes instantly reddening: "Grand Preceptor, you're finally back..."

"Don't cry!"

Li Yunjing gently wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes, a pang of heartache rising in his heart: "You've had a tough time all these years."

Li Yunjing was quite satisfied with Zhu Wanyun's display of affection.

Whether it's genuine or just acting, there has to be some semblance of sincerity!
(End of this chapter)