In Emei, start by obtaining golden attributes.

Chapter 509 This composure was earned for you by your senior brother.

"Sigh~"

Faced with the restored Qi, even with Gu Shaoan's current state of mind, he couldn't help but gasp in shock.

It should be noted that even though Gu Shaoan possessed profound skills and unparalleled physical constitution, and given that the "Emei Nine Yang True Scripture" had the effect of rapidly restoring vital energy, it would still take Gu Shaoan at least fifty breaths to recover such a large amount of vital energy.

The difference may seem small, but in reality, they are worlds apart.

As the third technique of the "Four Symbols of Heavenly Will" technique, "Thunder God's Wrath" is not yet at a high level of mastery for Gu Shaoan, but it consumes several times more energy than the second technique, "Fire God's Wrath".

If Gu Shaoan is only using the second technique, "Fire God's Wrath," given his current rate of energy recovery, he is perfectly capable of maintaining a balance between energy consumption and recovery.

This means that Gu Shaoan can use "Fire God's Wrath" to refine the power of heaven and earth while protecting himself at any time and place.

It can be said that he can activate a protective shield for himself anytime, anywhere.

Combining Gu Shaoan's own "Invincible Vajra Divine Skill" with the "Invincible Vajra" and "Immovable as a Mountain" techniques, he will almost certainly be immune to being ambushed and injured in the future.

Not only that, but compared to the speed of energy recovery, there was something else that Gu Shaoan cared about even more.

Those were the strands of heaven and earth power that were drawn in and directly merged into his Gangyuan Golden Core when he was circulating his Gangyuan energy.

Thinking it over, Gu Shaoan withdrew the Thunder God Dharma Image behind him, and after a short rest, he circulated his Qi again.

This time, the circulation of Qi did not involve any martial arts training methods.

It simply travels through the meridians within Gu Shaoan's body.

Soon, in Gu Shaoan's perception, a wisp of the power of heaven and earth was drawn from the sky and then entered Gu Shaoan's body.

However, after these strands of the power of heaven and earth entered his body, Gu Shaoan found that they still could not be integrated into the divine seed or the blood and qi golden core.

It can only enter the Gangyuan Golden Core in the middle dantian.

This scene made Gu Shaoan marvel at the wonder of the power of heaven and earth.

Gu Shaoan originally thought he could directly control the power of heaven and earth with the [Eternal Life] entry, skipping the refining process.

In retrospect, it seems like a bit of wishful thinking.

However, the speed of his Qi recovery has been greatly enhanced, so Gu Shaoan will basically no longer need to worry about the depletion of his Qi.

This also put Gu Shaoan in a great mood.

A short while later, after Mei Jiangxue's strength and true energy had recovered, she leaped onto the boat at Gu Shaoan's invitation.

Immediately afterwards, without Gu Shaoan making any move, streams of energy emerged from the side of the boat, propelling it away from the riverbank and causing it to begin gliding on the river surface.

Once the boat had sailed into the middle of the river and begun to drift downstream, Gu Shaoan glanced at Mei Jiangxue, who looked thoughtful, then picked up the teapot on the table and refilled Mei Jiangxue's cup with tea.

"The way of cultivation emphasizes a balance of tension and relaxation. Once any martial art has been mastered to a high degree, further improvement no longer relies on arduous practice, but on comprehension."

"Your 'Sword II: Evening Wind' has only recently reached the level of transforming form into meaning. It will take a lot of time to step into the level of transforming meaning into domain. This process cannot be rushed."

Hearing Gu Shaoan's words, Mei Jiangxue calmed her thoughts slightly, picked up the teacup on the table, took a sip, and replied, "Now, in the Emei Sect, only Senior Brother is shouldering the main responsibility. Master, Senior Sister, and even the Sect Leader all feel that Senior Brother is working too hard alone."

"At Jiangxue's age, Senior Brother has already created top-notch martial arts such as the Emei Sword Manual and the Cloud Dragon Void Tour. He has also entered the Condensing Yuan Qi into Gang, ranking among the top masters of the world. Compared to him, how could Jiangxue dare to slack off?"

In response to Mei Jiangxue's words, Gu Shaoan smiled gently, his gaze falling on the clear, slightly green tea in his cup, as if it reflected the past and the future.

He took a sip, the warm aroma of the tea melting in his mouth, just like his calm tone at that moment.

“Jiangxue, do you know why those poor parents in the city always work day and night, risking their lives to earn just a few more copper coins?”

Gu Shaoan's voice was not loud, but it clearly reached Mei Jiangxue's ears, carrying a unique warmth that Gu Shaoan possessed.

Upon hearing this, Mei Jiangxue's cool eyes flashed with a hint of contemplation before she quickly replied with certainty, "It's so that our children can have enough to eat and wear, can read and write, can live a better life, and have something to look forward to in the future?"

"Not bad!"

Gu Shaoan nodded, turning his gaze to the shimmering river outside the boat, watching the flowing water and the reeds and willows on both banks slowly receding.

"Parents' love is far-reaching. No matter how hard or tiring it is for them, they will do their best to raise the sky a little higher for the next generation, even if it is only an inch higher, in order to pave a smoother road for them."

His voice paused, taking on a weighty tone, and his gaze became more profound.

"This concept of 'far-sighted planning' applies equally well to any sect or school."

"The Emei Sect was like a candle flickering in the wind in the years before I joined it."

"Master, a woman, struggled to support the sect and exhausted her energy, all to preserve a trace of Emei's tradition and leave a shelter for her disciples. Senior brothers like Juechen and Juejue did the same. They did everything they could to protect this mountain gate and the small place where their disciples practice martial arts."

“Every sect needs someone to shoulder some responsibility. So, after I joined the Emei Sect and sincerely put my master in my heart, and kept my seniors like Uncle Juechen and Uncle Juequan, as well as my senior sister and junior sister Yan'er in my heart, I prepared to take on the responsibility of protecting Emei.”

"This is not something I'm forcing, but rather what my heart desires and what my heart is attached to."

“At present, although the Emei Sect is only a first-rate force, only Wudang can compare with it in the Great Wei. The court and the martial arts world are completely under my control.” At this point, Gu Shaoan paused slightly, his tone becoming more peaceful: “I am not saying this to make you slack off, nor to make you give up your usual diligence.”

"On the contrary, I want you to understand that the Emei Sect is no longer as weak as it was before."

"The Emei Sect is now the greatest support for all its members when they are away from home."

"I am also your greatest support. As long as I am here, the sky of the Emei Sect will not fall down."

"You no longer need to worry like we used to, or like the children of those poor parents, constantly fearing that the roof tiles above your head will leak or the ground beneath your feet will collapse. You no longer need to bear the responsibility that I once bore."

"You can walk your path more leisurely, focus more on the way of the sword itself, and experience the mysterious process of 'Sword Two: Evening Wind' from form to meaning, and then from meaning to domain, and feel every subtle change in the fusion of sword and heart, heart and heaven and earth."

"This composure is something your senior brother fought for for you."

As he spoke, Gu Shaoan picked up the teapot and refilled Mei Jiangxue's cup with some tea.

"Only by broadening one's mind can one's horizons and thinking be expanded, and only then can the path of martial arts be smooth."

"As for your sword and your path, there is no need to worry about lagging behind. Just follow your heart, and step by step, lotus flowers will bloom. Eventually, the flowers will bloom and the light will shine."

"Too much of a good thing is bad. When forced, the natural agility of the sword intent is lost."

The river breeze swept by again, causing the snow-white gauze on the boat to sway gently, and also carrying Gu Shaoan's steady and powerful words into Mei Jiangxue's heart.

She looked at the young senior brother in front of her, who, like a mountain, had already supported the entire Emei Sect and created a bright and clear world for them. She looked into his calm eyes, which contained endless confidence and responsibility.

The pressure and sense of urgency that Mei Jiangxue had felt over the past few years were quietly dispelled by Gu Shaoan's words.

A clearer light gradually shone in those cool, clear eyes.

After taking a deep breath, Mei Jiangxue slowly nodded: "Jiangxue understands."

After saying that, Mei Jiangxue picked up her teacup and took a small sip.

The tea was warm, fragrant, and sweet. After taking a sip, the aroma seemed to permeate the heart and soul, easing the tension that had been weighing on Mei Jiangxue's mind for the past few years.

The slight frown that usually appeared unconsciously eased at this moment.

Amidst the river breeze and the aroma of tea, glancing occasionally at Gu Shaoan, then at the river and the mountain scenery, one feels a sense of tranquility and joy.

Taking in Mei Jiangxue's expression, Gu Shaoan nodded to himself.

Perhaps it was because Mei Jiangxue had experienced the pain of helplessness when her family was destroyed.

So, over the years, as Mei Jiangxue watched the Emei Sect being drawn into one conspiracy after another, she once again felt the helplessness that comes with insufficient strength.

As a result, her mental state began to suffer.

However, Mei Jiangxue hadn't spent enough time with Gu Shaoan, so the only way to help her adjust her mindset was to proceed gradually.

After a moment, Mei Jiangxue said with a smile, "No wonder Master kept saying that he wanted me to travel with you, Senior Brother, so that you could give me some guidance. This trip, spending several months with you, Senior Brother, has indeed made me more advanced than spending several years with Master on Mount Emei."

Hearing Mei Jiangxue's words, Gu Shaoan smiled lightly, then flicked his finger, sending a burst of energy straight to Mei Jiangxue's forehead. However, it did not cause Mei Jiangxue much pain; instead, it felt as if she had been gently touched.

"You dare to joke about your own master as soon as you relax. I'll tell Uncle Juejue when I get back."

Upon hearing this, Mei Jiangxue smiled and said, "Master wouldn't be so stingy. With my senior brother's guidance, I've improved so much in strength this time. Master is overjoyed!"

Gu Shaoan smiled slightly and said calmly, "Although Uncle Juequan has a pure heart, he is a bit impatient. He may be lacking in teaching disciples. If you take on disciples in the future, you should teach them according to their circumstances. Teaching martial arts is secondary; the way of dealing with the world and the way of being a person are the most important."

As dusk fell, Gu Shaoan and Mei Jiangxue had finished their meal at a fairly well-known restaurant in the city and were returning to the inn. They had just reached the entrance of the small courtyard they had rented behind the inn when Gu Shaoan suddenly stopped.

The next instant, a whooshing sound suddenly rang out from behind.

Sensing something amiss, Mei Jiangxue immediately turned around, channeled her true energy, and drew her sword.

Before Mei Jiangxue could draw her sword, Gu Shaoan's voice rang out.

"It's alright, they're not enemies."

As soon as the sound reached her ears, Mei Jiangxue's hand froze.

Immediately afterwards, Mei Jiangxue looked up and discovered that three zhang away from Gu Shaoan, there was a bamboo tube that seemed to be controlled by an invisible force and bound in mid-air.

Gu Shaoan slowly turned around, and with a slight lift of his right hand, the bamboo tube exploded, and a rolled-up piece of paper was pulled in front of him by Gu Shaoan's strength.

Unfolding the note, a line of small print immediately caught the eyes of Gu Shaoan and Mei Jiangxue beside him.

"The boat has reached the south bank of the river in Tongyang Prefecture."

Seeing this, Gu Shaoan smiled slightly: "It's a few days ahead of schedule."

Immediately, Gu Shaoan turned his head to look at Mei Jiangxue and said, "It's still early, would you like to go listen to a piece of music?"

(End of this chapter)