Mortal: Li Feiyu, who came from the realm of a supreme being

Han Li skillfully set up a simple array to isolate and detect the enemy before taking out a jade slip containing the "True Yang Technique" and handing it to Li Feiyu. His expression was complicated: "Quickly memorize it. But this technique cultivates the pure Yang power, which is extremely strong and Yang. What use do you have for it?"

"Furthermore, although I have mastered the Nine Apertures and improved my 'Burning Ascension Technique,' I've discovered that it's extremely difficult to cultivate. While it shares similarities with my current techniques, integrating them is quite challenging. What do you suggest I do?"

He fired off a series of questions, clearly harboring doubts about Li Feiyu's request for the cultivation technique and feeling quite lost about his own future in cultivation.

Li Feiyu quickly memorized the contents of the jade slip, and after a brief digestion, he answered: "The True Yang Technique is extremely Yang and strong, and it has other uses for me, so you don't need to ask any more questions. As for your choice of cultivation... The Burning Assault Technique is domineering and fiery, emphasizing 'burning' and 'explosion'; the True Yang Technique is pure and upright, emphasizing 'purity' and 'solidity'. Although both belong to the fire element, their focuses are different."

"With all nine orifices open and your inner world fully developed, your control over your true energy far surpasses that of ordinary Foundation Establishment cultivators. This is your advantage. In the early stages, you can try using the True Yang Technique to refine and purify the fiery energy of the Burning Qi Essentials, transforming its violence and increasing its purity to solidify your foundation. Once the two are initially harmonized, you can try a deeper level of fusion, or alternate between cultivating them as your main focus. This method may progress a little slower, but the foundation is more stable and the potential is greater. How you weigh the pros and cons depends on your own time and risk tolerance."

After listening, Han Li pondered for a long time, and his tense expression gradually relaxed.

Li Feiyu's words pointed out a feasible direction and highlighted the advantage of his mastery of inner world, giving him confidence.

Just as Li Feiyu finished memorizing the cultivation technique and was about to take his leave, Han Li suddenly called out to him, a hint of hesitation flashing across his face. Finally, he took out a shimmering silver page from the depths of his storage bag, a page that was neither silk nor leather: "By the way, Feiyu, you are knowledgeable and capable. Can you help me see what this is? I obtained it by chance in the Crimson Forbidden Land last time. The material is peculiar, and I have tried many methods, but I still can't figure it out."

Li Feiyu's gaze fell on the silver pages, and he already understood what was going on, but he remained calm on the surface, taking the pages and pretending to examine them closely.

He caressed it with his fingertips, infused it with a trace of magic to test it, and then examined it for a moment in the sunlight.

"This item is indeed extraordinary; its spiritual power is completely contained within, making it difficult for divine sense to penetrate." He weighed the pages in his hand and said slowly, "Try burning it with your true fire, but be careful to control the heat."

Han Li was skeptical, but he placed the pages between his hands and gently rubbed them together. Instantly, the silver pages were enveloped in a blazing red flame, making Han Li's face turn bright red.

But he didn't care at all, staring intently at the pages of the book in the flames, which were already melting due to the high temperature.

Suddenly, Han Li's expression changed, and then he showed joy. The silver pages that had melted on the surface were now emitting a golden light, indicating that there was indeed something special inside.

"This..." Han Li was stunned.

He only read the beginning before he froze, and then his face turned extremely pale.

Because this page contained a book that taught people how to operate flying swords and a sword cultivation technique specifically for cultivating sword energy. Although it seemed very mysterious, it was not what Han Li wanted at all.

Seeing this, Li Feiyu offered timely guidance: "Cultivating sword aura? No, this material is very special, it seems to have unique restrictions on it... Do you know any techniques for cultivating sword aura? Why not give it a try?"

Han Li's heart stirred, and he immediately activated the Azure Origin Sword Technique. A pale blue, extremely condensed sword light emanated from his fingertips and slowly touched the golden pages.

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After a long time, Han Li felt that his spiritual energy was about to be exhausted.

His fourth-level Azure Origin Sword Light should have been quite powerful, but seeing that his true essence was about to be exhausted, the pages still didn't react, which made Han Li secretly groan! He wanted Li Feiyu to help him try, but Li Feiyu had almost torn the pages apart with his sword energy just now, so he had to do it himself.

Moreover, he didn't know if all his efforts would be in vain if he didn't fully absorb the sword light from the book page in one go!

Just as Han Li was caught in a dilemma, the page of the book finally changed. It emitted a burst of golden light and no longer absorbed the sword light. Instead, it reflected it away, creating a sword hole in the bedroom wall.

The golden pages shone brightly, and countless tiny golden characters, as fine as mosquitoes, emerged as if alive, swirling and dancing, eventually transforming into two clear streams of information that plunged directly into Han Li's brow.

Han Li's body trembled, and his eyes instinctively closed. A complex expression of astonishment, ecstasy, and disbelief instantly appeared on his face. He immediately sat down cross-legged, his aura fluctuating, clearly trying his best to receive and digest the massive amount of information that had suddenly flooded into his mind.

Li Feiyu watched quietly from the side, neither disturbing the scene nor trying to find out what was recorded on the golden pages. He simply set up a barrier around himself to conceal his presence, then found a rock to sit on, patiently waiting like an ordinary protector.

This sitting lasted for three days and three nights.

During this time, Han Li's aura fluctuated, sometimes sharp as a drawn sword, sometimes obscure as a deep pool, gradually settling into a calm and collected state. It wasn't until dusk on the third day that he exhaled a long breath and slowly opened his eyes. His eyes shone with a sharp light, his spirit radiant, clearly indicating he had gained a great deal.

"Looks like you've had quite a bit of success?" Li Feiyu's voice rang out at the right moment, as casual as ever, as if it were just a normal greeting between friends.

He didn't ask what he had specifically received, because he knew perfectly well what had happened.

Han Li looked at Li Feiyu, a flash of gratitude crossing his eyes.

For the past three days, the other party has been staying by his side. Although he did not say it explicitly, he will remember this kindness in protecting him.

After a moment's thought, he decided to tell the truth, since this opportunity was, to some extent, due to the other party's guidance.

"It's more than just big..." Han Li's voice was hoarse with excitement, "It's the complete inheritance of the Azure Origin Sword Art, which points directly to the Nascent Soul stage! There's also a supplementary cultivation technique called the Three Revolutions Rejuvenation Technique."

"The Three Revolutions Rejuvenation Technique?" Li Feiyu asked with a hint of curiosity.

"Exactly." Han Li nodded and explained, "This technique is quite wondrous. When one reaches the late stage of Foundation Establishment, one must actively disperse one's power and start over. This process must be repeated three times to continuously compress and purify one's true essence."

"Each time after resuming cultivation, although one's cultivation level regresses to the early Foundation Establishment stage, the total amount and purity of true essence will far exceed those of other cultivators of the same level. According to the cultivation method, the success rate of forming a golden core using this method can be increased by nearly half, and the quality of the resulting golden core is also extraordinary."

Li Feiyu listened attentively, nodded, and showed an approving look on his face: "Dispersing one's cultivation and rebuilding from the ashes... the idea is indeed ingenious. Although this method is time-consuming and laborious, and there are risks involved, for you, combined with your ability to accelerate the ripening of spiritual herbs and refine pills, it is a practical and feasible path to forming your core. In that case, you have a good chance of forming your core."

His tone was calm, conveying heartfelt congratulations from a friend. He also pointed out Han Li's greatest reliance (the little green bottle), but showed no intention of exploring the specific details of the cultivation technique, as if it were merely Han Li's own path and opportunity.

Han Li felt a warmth in his heart; Li Feiyu's reaction dispelled the last trace of subtle emotions he had felt from obtaining such a precious treasure.

The other party was genuinely happy that he had found a way forward.

"However..." Li Feiyu's tone shifted, and that familiar, slightly calculating smile reappeared on her face. "I helped you unlock such a huge opportunity and protected you for three days. You should at least settle the fees for your hard work and protection, right? I see you have some money left over from your recent purchases. While listening to your explanation of the 'Three Revolutions Rejuvenating Technique,' I also thought about the potential problems you might encounter practicing the 'True Yang Technique.' So, the consultation fee..."

As he spoke, he began counting without any hesitation: "That Huangjingzhi of yours looks quite good, it seems very nourishing; give me a few of those Bingxiancao plants you mentioned last time; by the way, your alchemy skills have improved, so prepare ten or eight bottles each of Qi-replenishing pills and Yuan-nourishing pills for me, the quality can't be bad!"

Hearing this series of demands, Han Li's expression, still showing gratitude, was quickly replaced by pain. He couldn't help but complain, "Feiyu! You're too cruel! That Huangjingzhi was something I worked so hard to obtain... and I've already given you five Foundation Establishment Pills, why do you want more?!"

"Don't give me that! I bought your Foundation Establishment Pill. Now that I've helped you obtain the cultivation technique to directly reach the Nascent Soul stage, what's wrong with asking for a small fee for running errands and taking care of you? Knowledge is power, and power has to be paid for!" Li Feiyu glared at him, not giving him a chance to bargain, and directly reached out his hand.

With lightning speed, he precisely snatched the most spiritually vibrant thousand-year-old Huangjingzhi from the several jade boxes that Han Li had just taken out and hadn't had time to put away yet. He also casually picked up two strands of Thread Grass with leaves like ice crystals. Then, he calmly spread out his palm, indicating spirit stones and pills.

Han Li was so angry at his self-righteous attitude of "I'm taking your things to give you face" that he gritted his teeth. He could only take out spirit stones and pill bottles with a pained expression while muttering complaints under his breath.

"Li Feiyu! You... opportunistic bastard! Next time, next time..."

"Hahaha! Thank you so much! Brother Han is really generous! Next time there's something like this, remember to call me, Brother Fei!" Li Feiyu neatly put away what he had just received, laughed heartily, and didn't linger any longer.

Her figure rose like a gentle breeze, waved casually at Han Li in mid-air, and then transformed into a faint shadow, disappearing into the twilight-shrouded mountains.

Han Li stood there, gazing in the direction where Li Feiyu had disappeared.

After a long pause, he shook his head, but couldn't help but curl a small, helpless smile at the corner of his mouth.

He touched his storage bag. Although many good things had been "scraped" away, he didn't feel much resentment. Instead, he felt a strange sense of relief.

Today's gains are truly immense.

Li Feiyu not only revealed the secret of the book pages and protected him for three days, but also pointed out the way forward for him.

This friendship is far more valuable than any amount of spiritual herbs or stones. The other party's seemingly "robbery" actually lessened the heavy burden in his heart that he didn't know how to repay.

Perhaps this is how it is between brothers: some feelings are kept in the heart and don't need to be spoken all the time, but there will always be a chance to repay them slowly over the long years of companionship.

He calmed his mind and once again felt the two precious cultivation techniques in his mind, deeply engraving them into his memory.

After taking stock of the remaining supplies, he prepared to go into seclusion again to improve himself.

"Huh? Where are my Foundation Establishment Pills?" Han Li suddenly froze, then searched around, only to find the bottle containing the pills was nowhere to be found. "That damn Li Feiyu! Your father stole all nine Foundation Establishment Pills? When?"

Suddenly, a brilliant idea struck him.

Could it be... when he entered meditation and comprehended the golden pages?