Gou Zai Xi You Dao Chang Sheng

"When this technique is mastered to its peak, one can use the power of the stars to teleport. With one step, the stars shift and the constellations change, making one's location unpredictable."

Though it lacks the swiftness of the somersault cloud, its advantage lies in its silence and unpredictability, perfectly suited to your nature.

Li Yan focused his mind, and a profound escape technique immediately unfolded in his heart.

The "Zhou Tian Xing Yi Bu" is divided into nine levels.

The first level allows one to use the power of their natal star to teleport short distances silently.

The second level allows one to borrow the power of the main star of the Zhou Tian constellation, covering hundreds of miles in an instant, with an elusive trajectory.

The third level can draw upon the divisions of the twenty-eight constellations, shifting them thousands of miles away, concealing their vital energy.

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The ninth level allows one to mobilize the power of the Zhou Tian Star Array, taking a single step that shifts the stars and changes the order of the universe.

Even a Great Immortal would find it difficult to locate.

Moreover, this escape technique perfectly matches one's own Star Earth Dao Seed and the Zhou Tian Star Chart, making cultivation twice as effective with half the effort.

Every step taken can trigger the Daoist essence of the stars to temper the body, and also benefit the evolution of the grotto-heaven.

"Thank you, Master, for bestowing this Dharma!" Li Yan was overjoyed and kowtowed again.

With this escape technique, one's ability to protect oneself is greatly enhanced.

The patriarch nodded and said, "Remember my words."

"Disciple will respectfully follow your teachings."

Li Yan stood up and took a deep look at his ancestor, as if trying to etch the image of his mentor into his heart.

The patriarch remained silent for a moment, then with a flick of his whisk, the stone gate opened.

A faint smile played on his lips as he spoke slowly:

"After seven days of discussion, you have already glimpsed the path."

However, the Tao is like clouds and water, constantly gathering and dispersing.

When the time is right, the mountain gate opens wide to welcome guests from all directions.

When fate brings an end, clouds and mist shroud the land, and it returns to the desolate void.

A single stroke in the void, like plucking a flower, or brushing away dust.

A trajectory appeared, initially as fine as a silkworm spinning silk, almost imperceptible.

Then, like the roots of an old tree, they intertwined and tangled.

It eventually transformed into a chaotic nebula, constantly arising and disappearing.

"Three days later, at the third quarter of the hour of Yin (3:45 AM), when the east was just beginning to lighten, the mountain gate opened a crack."

The sound grew increasingly ethereal, as if from beyond the clouds:

"This line is not a door, but a gap where opportunities arise and disappear."

Once you step out of this narrow passage, you enter the mortal world.

Even retreating to this mountain, it remains a paradise.

Whether you leave or not depends on your own heart, not on the opening or closing of the mountain gate.

After speaking, he closed his eyes and lowered the curtain.

Its aura gradually merged with the entire Fangcun Mountain.

His body exuded a Taoist aura, like a bright moon sinking into a pool, its radiance restrained.

Li Yan and Sun Wukong exchanged a glance, knowing that the Zen riddle had been exhausted, and bowed again before retreating.

When we emerged from the Three Star Cave, the moon was already setting in the west.

The mountain path winds its way through the area, flanked by ancient pines as dark as ink.

Night dew condensed on the pine needles, reflecting the faint light of the remaining stars.

Sun Wukong scratched his head, his golden eyes shining brightly:

"Senior brother, Master's words... sound to me like he wants us to leave, but also like he wants us to stay."

What a narrow gap, what a matter of chance of birth and death, it's all so convoluted!

In my opinion, we should descend the mountain before dawn three days from now!

Li Yan walked slowly and deliberately, and said in a deep thought:

"The line mentioned by the patriarch may have been referring to something else."

"I have observed the evolutionary trajectory of the patriarch just now, and there may be a profound meaning in it..."

His mind mirror stirred slightly; the trajectory drawn by the patriarch had just been recorded by the mind mirror and was now being reflected and analyzed.

[Recording the path of the patriarch's Zen insights, comprehension of the Daoist essence +15]

[Trajectory analysis reveals the cycle of birth, dwelling, change, and extinction, the four phases of transformation, and a hidden glimmer of hope for escape.]

Sun Wukong ignored all of that and grinned:

"Who cares about any deeper meaning! Senior brother, I feel so empty inside."

"I've been on the mountain for ten years. Although I'm often reprimanded by my master, I don't know when I'll be able to return."

He suddenly remembered something, and his eyes lit up:

"That's right!"

Senior brother, as we part ways, we should leave Master with something to remember us by, right?

I, Old Sun, have nothing of value but my skills.

Although Master forbids us from mentioning his name to outsiders, he did not say that we, his fellow disciples, are not allowed to verify each other's identities!

How about... we have a proper exchange about the teachings that Master passed on?

Even if we're separated by distance in the future, at least we'll have some proof of each other's background, so we can support each other in case of trouble!

Li Yan was greatly moved.

This monkey may seem mischievous and unruly, but it is actually intelligent, affectionate, and, more importantly, has such a broad-minded and considerate mind.

The patriarch did not forbid fellow disciples from having close private relationships.

This exchange is not only a testament to deep friendship and mutual support on the path of life.

He nodded solemnly: "Excellent! Junior Brother's thought is excellent! It is in line with the meaning of striving together on the Great Dao and being of one mind and one heart."

The two found a flat rock among the pines and sat down facing each other.

The moonlight was like water, and the pine breeze seemed to whisper secrets, creating a scene reminiscent of a philosophical discussion.

Sun Wukong, being impatient by nature, spoke first, but his expression was unusually serious:

"Senior brother,"

I received the complete "Great Celestial Immortal Manual" from my master. This manual is the supreme fundamental method of the Xuanmen sect and the general outline of cultivating both nature and life.

When my master passed on the teachings to me, he said, "The teachings should not be passed on lightly, but if they are, it is hoped that they will be widely disseminated."

Today, I will recount its essence to my senior brother, hoping that it can be mutually verified with his path to enlightenment!

Having said that, he slightly closed his golden eyes and recited the true words.

Using divine thought as a guide, the profound meaning of the "Great Celestial Immortal Technique" was transformed into a golden light of inheritance and pointed towards Li Yan's brow.

Li Yan was deeply shaken and opened his Niwan Palace to receive them.

In an instant, a massive amount of profound information flooded into my mind.

The complete "Great Celestial Immortal Manual" is divided into nine chapters and eighty-one volumes.

From the most basic refining of essence into qi and gathering the five elements, to the convergence of the five qi and the gathering of the three flowers at the top of the head...

Then comes the Nine Revolutions of the Golden Elixir, the Nascent Soul Transformation into a Divine Body, and finally, shedding the mortal body to achieve an immortal form.

There are also various secrets for dealing with the three calamities and the supreme supernatural powers for avoiding disasters and escaping calamities... encompassing everything.

This is not merely a method of spiritual practice, but also a guide to how the microcosm within the human body can achieve perfection.

Ultimately, it resonates with the vast universe, becoming an immortal and supreme classic of the esoteric school.

[Received the complete "Great Celestial Immortal Manual" (the fundamental method of the Xuanmen)]

Comprehension of the Golden Core and Nascent Soul paths +150, profound understanding of dual cultivation of body and spirit, complementary Dao foundation +100

[Aura of Destiny +300 (Received Supreme Transmission, Foundation of the Path)]

Li Yan was immersed in the vast Daoist aura for a moment before slowly opening his eyes.

He bowed solemnly to Sun Wukong:

"The kindness of my junior brother in passing on the Dharma is heavier than mountains."

I have no way to repay you except with the three volumes of the *Zhou Tian Xing Tu Xuan Shu Jing* and the *True Explanation of the Thirty-Six Transformations of the Heavenly Gang* bestowed upon me by our patriarch.

In return, I hope this will be of some benefit to my junior brother's path of the Five Elements Golden Elixir.

As he spoke, the Mustard Seed Cave in the Niwan Palace trembled slightly.

The interplay of starlight and the Daoist principles of Earth, combined with the reflective power of the mind's mirror, reveals the essence of the three volumes of the *Zhou Tian Xing Tu Xuan Shu Jing*.

The outline of the Thirty-Six Transformations of the Heavenly Gang was condensed into a chaotic starlight through divine thought and pointed towards Sun Wukong's brow.

Sun Wukong's golden eyes shone brightly, and he gladly accepted.

"Wonderful! Wonderful!"

After receiving the package, Sun Wukong was so delighted that he scratched his ears and cheeks.

"Senior brother's approach is truly a world unto itself!"

Compared to my old Sun's internal cultivation method, one is external and the other internal; one is broad and the other refined.

When viewed together, it reveals both sides of the path to immortality perfectly!

The Master's transmission of the Dharma was indeed profoundly meaningful!

Li Yan also remarked with admiration, "Junior Brother's methods of the Nine Revolutions of the Golden Core and the Nascent Soul Transformation are all meticulously planned, laying a solid foundation step by step."

It also greatly inspired me in consolidating the initial form of my grotto-heaven and harmonizing the celestial and earthly energies.

Our paths indeed complement and reinforce each other.

The two smiled at each other, feeling all the burdens in their hearts lifted and their friendship growing stronger.

Then, Sun Wukong added, "The fundamental techniques have been exchanged, and the application of these techniques is also indispensable."

"My master has already elucidated the fundamental secrets of my somersault cloud technique, and I also have some insights, which I'll share with you, my fellow disciple, for your reference."

Li Yan nodded: "That's exactly right."

Although I am a beginner in learning the "Zhou Tian Xing Yi Bu" (The Shifting Steps of the Celestial Stars) taught by the patriarch, I am already quite impressed by its principle of using the power of the stars to move objects, with unpredictable trajectories.

This might also provide another idea for my junior brother's somersault cloud technique.

The two communicated again using their divine senses.

Sun Wukong meticulously shared the key details of the Somersault Cloud technique and his own insights into its cultivation.

Li Yan then frankly explained the method of Zhou Tian Xing Tuo Bu, including the possibility of combining star escape and earth movement.

[Understanding of Escape Techniques +70]

[Aura of Fate +100 (Top-tier escape technique exchange, complementary survival abilities)]

This in-depth exchange lasted until the moon was high in the sky.

The two discussed everything from fundamental principles to practical supernatural powers, from internal cultivation to external integration, from the Five Elements and Eight Trigrams to the celestial sphere.

They corroborated each other's findings and inspired each other, and both felt they benefited greatly.

Some previously unclear aspects of my spiritual practice have suddenly become clear, and my future path on the path has become more definite.

The moon is high in the sky, its clear light filling the mountains, and the sound of the pines is like the sea.

The excitement on Sun Wukong's face gradually faded, turning into a trace of longing and emotion.

He looked towards the direction of the Three Star Cave and sighed:

"Senior brother, now that we've exchanged our cultivation techniques and supernatural abilities, we feel at ease."

But for our master... this alone might not be enough.

The kindness of those who impart knowledge is as high as mountains and as deep as the sea.

I wanted to... leave my master something tangible and visible before I left.

Li Yan nodded:

"I share the same thought. However, the patriarch's realm has long transcended worldly affairs; ordinary treasures are nothing but dust to him."

The gift should not be valued for its material aspects, but for the sentiment behind it.

It also carries the memories of our time learning the Way in the mountains, and our gratitude towards our teachers.

As he spoke, a rough idea formed in his mind, and he looked toward the direction of his small herb garden courtyard.

"Meet me outside the mountain gate at dawn three days from now. At that time, we shall each prepare our own gifts."

"Alright!" Sun Wukong replied emphatically, his eyes filled with solemnity.

The two bowed to each other under the pine tree and moonlight, then turned and returned to their cave dwellings.