Primordial Era: Reborn as a Qi Immortal, Steadily Cultivating

Chapter 64 Understanding Oneself and Discussing Power
As Yunxiao finished speaking about the "general trend" of the formation.

Ma Yuan felt as if a thunderclap had suddenly exploded in his sea of ​​consciousness!
Mouth open!

"Momentum..."

He pondered the word repeatedly, and countless new insights into the Dao of Formations flooded his mind.

Yes!

Why be fixated on whether to "preserve" or "change"?
The essence of formations is to create a 'momentum' that belongs to oneself!
In this 'power', you are the absolute master!

I draw upon the power of heaven and earth for my own use, and gather the spirit of mountains and rivers as my own weapon. No matter how powerful you are or how many magical treasures you possess, once you fall into my 'power', you will be defeated.

It's like a fish in a boiling cauldron or a bird in a cage; they can only be slaughtered at my mercy.

This is the true essence of the Great Dao of Formations!

"The Way of Formations actually has such a profound meaning."

Having figured this out, Ma Yuan felt a sense of clarity and boundless joy.

He immediately shared his understanding of the Dao of Cause and Effect with this theory of the great trend, and discussed it with the Three Immortal Sisters without reservation.

The Three Immortals of Sanxiao also gained endless inspiration from Ma Yuan's unique theories of Taoism, and developed a deeper understanding of the ethereal workings of the Heavenly Dao.

All four were exceptionally talented and possessed profound understanding of the Dao.

Once they begin discussing the Dao, they become completely immersed in the search for the origin of the Great Dao, forgetting the passage of time.

The last time he discussed Taoism with Maitreya lasted for more than eight hundred years.

However, it was ultimately mixed with some probing and witty remarks, and not truly without reservation.

This time, all four were seekers of the Way with pure hearts.

They admired each other and considered each other close friends.

This debate lasted for over five thousand years!
Over five thousand years, the four people went from the theory of cause and effect to formations, from formations to the Five Elements, and from the Five Elements to the transformation of Yin and Yang.

They shared everything without reservation, corroborating and inspiring each other.

Everyone felt that their own cultivation had been greatly enhanced and consolidated during this exhilarating discussion.

Inside Qionghua Palace, Taoist energy flowed and strange phenomena appeared.

Sometimes the five elements of Daoist energy circulate in the void, and sometimes the clouds of heaven and earth gather above the spiritual pool, evolving into the mysterious scene of ever-changing winds and clouds, and the birth and death of all things.

Ao Xuan, the black dragon, who sat at a distance, listened with rapt attention.

Ma Yuan and Yunxiao are both top figures among the Taiyi Golden Immortals, while Qiongxiao and Bixiao, although they have not yet broken through, are already at the peak of the Golden Immortal realm, only one step away from the Taiyi Dao Fruit.

The understanding of the Great Dao Laws by these four individuals far surpasses that of him, a mere collateral branch of the Dragon Clan who has just entered the Golden Immortal realm.

For him, this five thousand years of listening in was nothing short of a transformative opportunity!

Although he listened with a sense of bewilderment and confusion, it was as if he had been enlightened, and he understood many of the constraints on his cultivation.

His newly broken-through Golden Immortal realm, which was still somewhat unstable, was completely stabilized under the subtle influence of the past five thousand years, and even showed signs of improvement!
On a certain day five thousand years from now.

The four of them slowly awoke from their meditative state of complete absorption in the world almost simultaneously.

"Alas... the path to enlightenment is boundless, yet time flies by in an instant!"

Yunxiao let out a heartfelt sigh first, her beautiful eyes filled with lingering emotions.

"A long talk with you, fellow Daoist, is more valuable than tens of thousands of years of arduous cultivation for my sisters! Your profound understanding of the origin of the Great Dao truly puts Yunxiao to shame."

"You flatter me, fairy." Ma Yuan also stood up and bowed to the Three Immortals.
"I have also benefited greatly, especially from the fairy's theory of formations, which has allowed me to comprehend many of the wonders of formations. I will remember this kindness in my heart."

This is by no means a polite remark.

These three immortals were influential figures who stirred up the Investiture of the Gods, and their understanding of Taoist principles was naturally unique.

Therefore, for Ma Yuan, the gains from these five thousand years of philosophical discussions can be described as enormous.

After the discussion, Ma Yuan accepted the invitation of the Three Immortals to tour the Three Immortal Islands. He observed that the Three Immortal Islands consisted of three main peaks: Yunxiao, Bixiao, and Qiongxiao, each with a magnificent Hunyuan Palace, which was the daily retreat of the three sisters.

Between the three peaks are numerous celestial landscapes such as Qionghua Palace, Baoling Pool, and Lingyao Garden, all connected by rainbow bridges and celestial arrays, their energy flowing freely and forming a unified whole.

Its scenery is exquisite and its formations are mysterious.

It was much more refined than his own somewhat rugged Skull Mountain.

On this day, night fell, and the moonlight was as clear as water.

Inside Qionghua Palace, beside the Spirit Pool.

The four held another banquet, and the topic of their conversation gradually shifted from the profound and mysterious Dao to the ever-changing primordial world.

Bixiao, the most unconventional and straightforward of them all, was the first to raise her jade cup and ask Ma Yuan:
“Brother Ma Yuan, the Wu and Yao races are currently locked in endless conflict, causing unrest throughout the entire prehistoric world. Although my sister and I have long resided on this overseas immortal island, we can still often sense that overwhelming aura of killing intent.”

"How do you think the world will evolve in the future?"

Upon hearing this, Ma Yuan simply smiled calmly and downed the fine wine in his cup in one gulp.

"The trend is like a tide, and it is beyond the control of rogue cultivators like you and me."

He said slowly, “When the tide comes in, we only need to stand on the shore and observe the changes. After the tide recedes, it’s not too late to go to the beach and pick up some seashells.”

His gaze swept over the three heavens, his voice indifferent.

"We cultivators have no intention of conquering the world; all we seek is longevity and carefree living."

Therefore, in my humble opinion, the best course of action is to ensure that one's own monastery is as solid as a rock, remaining undisturbed within the cave regardless of external storms.

These remarks about "watching the tide from the shore and picking up shells when the tide goes out" resonated deeply with the Sanxiao sisters.

They were not the kind of people who liked to fight and were eager to do something. Their greatest wish was to cultivate themselves and seek enlightenment on the Three Immortal Islands with their sisters.

"What you say is absolutely right, fellow Daoist!" Qiongxiao nodded in deep agreement.

"We share the same thought. However, in this vast wilderness, the trees may wish to be still, but the wind will not cease; sometimes, one cannot simply avoid it if one wishes to."

When this topic came up, Yunxiao, as the eldest sister, naturally thought of her brother who was away traveling all year round.

She looked at Ma Yuan, a gentle smile appearing on her face.

"Speaking of which, we also have an elder brother named Zhao Gongming. He is the most righteous and generous man, and is now a top figure among the Taiyi Golden Immortals. His Daoist temple is located in Luofu Cave on Mount Emei, near the East Sea."

"If he knew that my sister and I had met someone like you, he would be overjoyed. When the opportunity arises in the future, I will definitely introduce you to him."

Upon hearing this, Ma Yuan's heart stirred slightly.

Zhao Gongming.

Almost subconsciously, he thought of his twenty-four Sea-Stabilizing Pearls.

According to the original trajectory of Heaven's will, this treasure should eventually be obtained by this senior disciple of the Jie Sect's outer sect.

With this treasure, he could defeat the Twelve Golden Immortals of the Chan Sect without any chance to fight back, displaying his fierce power.

Come to think of it, I already have a karmic connection with this Zhao Gongming whom I have never met.

However, his mindset is no longer what it used to be, and he doesn't feel guilty at all.

The principle of cause and effect is profound and mysterious.

Although Zhao Gongming was a Taiyi Golden Immortal, he was not a great master who specialized in this path.

It's unlikely that they could sense that trace of cause and effect in the darkness, like Nuwa.

Moreover, with Ma Yuan's current cultivation level, he is not afraid of Zhao Gongming at all.

If the other party treats him with courtesy, he will naturally return the courtesy; if the other party is unreasonable, he will not be easily bullied.

With this thought in mind, Ma Yuan smiled frankly, raised his cup to Yunxiao and said, "It is my good fortune to be able to get to know a hero like Fellow Daoist Gongming."

(End of this chapter)