Dongting Immortal Clan

Having received the teachings from the small cauldron, Chen Xiaohu immediately secluded himself in Qingchi Villa for half a month, where he copied the "Quqing Xuanyou Scripture" and the "Shenyuan Lianpo Waipian Method" into jade slips and handed them over to his second brother, Chen Changhe, for safekeeping.

After becoming familiar with the technique, he sighed inwardly.

"Ancient methods that have been passed down since ancient times are truly extraordinary. Although this scroll is divided into two books, one for heaven and one for earth, both can be used to build a foundation for immortality after completion."

In the cultivation world, cultivation methods are divided into nine grades, or roughly into upper, middle and lower grades.

Most Qi Refining cultivators practice lower-grade techniques, at most gathering mixed Qi and barely managing to inquire about the Innate Realm. As for further cultivation and building a foundation for the Dao, these are all unattainable goals.

The cultivation methods of the middle three grades are much more complete. They not only have a complete set of cultivation methods, but also come with many secret techniques and incantations that can assist in cultivation and increase the speed of Qi refining.

For example, the "Huayin Cave Secrets" that Chen Xiaohu obtained from the Immortal Sect can help him condense the power of Taiyin.

Most ancient practices have either been lost over time or are no longer suitable for practice due to changes in the world.

The ancient methods that have survived to this day are naturally extraordinary.

"In ancient times, there were several great eras of cultivation, during which all living beings could cultivate and embark on the path to heaven."

As Chen Xiaohu pondered this, he couldn't help but recall his experience of cultivating the "Taiyin Lianxing Ganying Pian".

The cultivation technique transmitted by this mysterious little cauldron is extremely dependent on individual aptitude.

Without talent, no matter how much resources one has, spiritual practice will be incredibly difficult.

Fortunately, his aptitude was decent. Although his progress was slow when he reached the Spiritual Treasury Realm, his foundation was solid. Even if he changed his cultivation method later, it would not cause major problems in his cultivation.

This is also the beauty of this ancient method.

Like his eldest and second eldest brothers, their progress accelerated considerably after changing their cultivation methods.

Zhang Nianci is currently practicing the "Taiyin Method" to hone her foundation. If her cultivation slows down in the future, she will naturally switch to a method that is more suitable for her.

Chen Xiaohu sat silently by the Shangyuan Pond, quietly practicing this new method.

Knowing that he had reached a crucial moment in his cultivation, Chen Changhe and Chen Dajiang withdrew from the courtyard, leaving him alone to meditate by the pond.

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Chen Xiaohu closed his eyes and sat quietly, his mind sinking into his sea of ​​consciousness, observing the new methods he had learned and listening to the mysterious sounds of the Dao as they unfolded.

This "Quqingxuan Youjing" is truly mysterious and wondrous.

One of the Heavenly Books describes a cultivation method that requires ascending to the highest heavens and gathering and refining the Profound Pure Qi in a silent void called "Xuqing Heaven".

There are no clouds or fog, no light or sound, only eternal nothingness and desolation.

Only when the sun and moon shine together and yin and yang transform can a trace of innate energy be revealed.

Because it originates from the Void and Pure Heaven, it is named "Void and Pure Heaven Qi".

This energy is colorless and formless; it cannot be seen, heard, or touched. Only through spiritual perception can its existence be detected.

If a cultivator can use it to refine their Qi, upon completion of their cultivation, they can conjure up a "Pure and Clear Heavenly Phenomenon" in their Qi Sea, forming their own domain.

When facing an enemy, one can manifest unusual phenomena. Any external spiritual energy or magic that enters these phenomena will be affected.

If a superior cultivator were to use this technique on a subordinate cultivator, it would be like a devastating blow from the heavens, completely crushing the subordinate to the point of near-total stillness, not even daring to entertain a single thought.

This is an inherent characteristic of the Void Pure Heaven and has no effect on the cultivators themselves.

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"This method of practice is far too exaggerated."

Chen Xiaohu understood it thoroughly and found it unbelievable, a bitter smile appearing on his face.

Not to mention how many cultivators at the peak of the Spirit Realm possess the ability to ride the clouds and mist, a skill usually reserved for cultivators at the Innate Qi Refining level.

Even if it were possible, a cultivator could only fly a thousand feet off the ground at most, which is the limit of a cultivator's physical body.

Further up, there are all sorts of celestial winds, thunder, fire, and annihilating energy, which can not only shave off a person's flesh and bones, but also annihilate the cultivator's spiritual consciousness and soul.

Even a Foundation Establishment cultivator wouldn't dare to easily venture in.

"To gather such innate energy, perhaps only a True Person of the Purple Mansion who has entered the Void with a single thought can do it."

When a cultivator achieves the status of a True Person, they completely transcend the mundane world, no longer being a mortal, and can be called a "Land Immortal".

Within the Immortal Dynasty system, they are also a powerful figure who guards a region.

"The sect has already prepared the 'Moon Reflection Heart Mantra' for me. It was created by a senior with the Taiyin Immortal Body and can also open the Immortal Foundation [Huayin Wheel]. It is most suitable for this Immortal Body... There will definitely not be any True Person to collect 'Void Heaven Profound Pure Qi' for me."

Chen Xiaohu shook his head; he found this method difficult to practice.

Looking again at the Earth Scroll, its cultivation method is "Nether Abyss Profound Evil Qi". It requires entering the depths of the earth and seeking the abyss rift, where pure qi descends and mixes with earth evil and cold qi.

Because it is hidden in a deep abyss, it is called "Netherworld Mysterious Qi".

This aura is grayish-white and heavy as lead. It can devour external spiritual energy and spells, and can also devour human essence and soul, refining it within the body's inner palace and granting the cultivator the ability to hide in the shadows.

"This 'Netherworld Profound Fiend Qi' isn't as difficult to obtain as 'Void Heaven Profound Purity Qi.' You only need to find a deep abyss canyon to have a chance of successfully extracting its energy..."

Suddenly, Chen Xiaohu's eyes narrowed, and he muttered to himself:

"That Wulong Gorge is deep and unfathomable, and it also contains a water palace... Perhaps we can obtain this energy there."

"It seems my innate destiny has indeed come true in this canyon."

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For the next half month, Chen Xiaohu guarded the small cauldron and cultivated, pushing his cultivation to the limit of the Spiritual Treasury Realm. Unless he could break through to the Innate Realm, he could not advance any further.

In the past two weeks, he has channeled many spiritual veins on the east bank of Dongting Lake, finding many more spiritual fields for his family.

Several small, independent clans around the area, upon learning that the Chen family had produced a "Qi Refiner," all bowed down and submitted, willing to submit and be at their beck and call, and regarded the Chen family of Bishui as a superior clan.

The Chen family's territory extended another thirty miles north. There was an important town there called "Wushi Town," which was rich in a type of black gold mineral that could be burned and refined into refined gold.

Chen Xiaohu spent some time finding the mineral vein again, set up an array, and incorporated it into the Chen family's territory.

The Sun family of Baima Lake did send people to guard the area, but they were just a few minor cultivators at the first or second level of the Spirit Realm, and they had no means of resistance.

"It's a pity that the younger generation in the clan has not yet grown up, otherwise we could have taken White Horse Lake to graze the spirit beasts for our family."

Chen Xiaohu glanced at the lake below the distant mountains and felt a little regretful. He decided not to go north anymore and instead rode the wind to Linglu Mountain. He drove away most of the ferocious beasts on the mountain and then swept south for more than 20 miles. On a mountain ridge that resembled a coiled python, he marked out the territory and named the place "Snake Coil Mountain".

By this time, the territory of the Chen family in Bishui had expanded nearly tenfold compared to when he returned.

After doing all this, Chen Xiaohu went to find his second brother.

"I intend to go to the Immortal Market to buy some things. Would you like to come with me, Second Brother?"

Chen Changhe calculated the days and said repeatedly:

"Today is only the second day of the lunar month, and there are still a few days until the fifth day when the ferry to Guanjia is closed."

Chen Xiaohu laughed heartily, and the flying sword at his waist immediately unsheathed, transforming into a streak of azure sword light.

"There's no need for that kind of trouble."

"Deer Horn Mountain is only about 300 li away from White Fish Mouth. At my speed on my sword, I can arrive in just over an hour."

"I heard from the Guan family cultivators that the journey east to Baling is mostly through treacherous peaks and deep ravines, where monsters and demons roam freely. It would be safer to take the main road."

Chen Changhe said with slight concern.

"Are there any demonic creatures at the Qi Refining Realm?"

"Perfect timing to kill one or two and test that 'Divine Essence Refining External Appearance Method'!"

A crimson light flashed in Chen Xiaohu's eyes, indicating that he was somewhat eager to try.

Knowing that he had many tricks up his sleeve, Chen Changhe felt at ease and went with him.

Chen Xiaohu rode his flying sword, carrying Chen Changhe, and soared into the sky, disappearing into the eastern horizon in no time.