A daily divination, from family tortoise shells to immortal clans.

The chivalrous man says: Read this book!

Two months later, Chen Qingmo, who had become somewhat numb, was thrilled to see the changes in the handwriting.

He had been setting up the formation according to the instructions and had received many rewards, but it was clear that these rewards were not the great opportunities mentioned in the divination.

Chen Qingmo knew that the great opportunity lay within this cave, but apart from setting up an array, there was nothing else he could do.

Fortunately, perseverance pays off, and after such a long time, change has finally arrived.

[Sixth-grade array formation is no challenge for you.]

To inherit my legacy, both talent and temperament are indispensable.

[I bestow upon you a seventh-grade formation. If you can comprehend it within a year, the true celestial realm will open to you.]

Then, a scroll and three sets of array materials appeared on the ground.

Chen Qingmo frowned slightly. He had been practicing the seventh-grade formation for a long time but had not been able to break through. One reason was that his cultivation was too weak, and the other reason was that the mystery of the seventh-grade formation far exceeded that of the sixth-grade formation.

The words displayed before him now demanded that he achieve the seventh rank of array formation within a year, a task that was undoubtedly extremely difficult.

"Senior, do we need to successfully set up the formation?" Chen Qingmo asked in a deep voice to the empty cave.

Although the handwriting only mentioned "comprehension," the rewards for the preceding tests were only given after the formation was successfully set up.

If it were truly necessary to set up a seventh-grade formation, Chen Qingmo definitely couldn't do it; his mana reserves alone wouldn't be enough, let alone anything else.

If you can comprehend this, I will have a method to help you set up the formation. Don't worry about it, just do it with confidence.

Upon receiving the reply, Chen Qingmo felt much more at ease.

It seems that the master of the cave wanted to see how talented he was in array formations, rather than assigning him an impossible task.

Chen Qingmo picked up the scroll in front of him and began to examine it carefully.

A seventh-grade formation, the Spirit Gathering and Yuan Transformation Formation!

It can significantly increase the concentration of spiritual energy in the formation, assisting cultivators in the early stages of the Golden Core stage to refine spiritual energy into true essence within their bodies, and can even slightly increase the probability of breaking through bottlenecks.

Chen Qingmo couldn't help but wonder if the master of the cave had seen through his situation clearly, otherwise how could this formation look like it was tailor-made for him?

If he had the assistance of this seventh-grade formation when he was trying to break through to the Golden Core realm, his chances of success would be much greater.

With this in mind, Chen Qingmo began to comprehend it.

The formation is about three zhang in circumference and consists of two layers, an inner and an outer one. The outer layer is mainly used to absorb the spiritual energy of the surrounding heaven and earth, making the concentration of spiritual energy in the formation several times that of the outside world.

This enhancement cannot last long; it should be stopped for a period of time after about ten days to avoid absorbing all the surrounding spiritual energy.

Draining the pond to catch all the fish is not a good thing.

The inner array is responsible for purifying spiritual energy, similar to the process of a Golden Core cultivator refining it within their body. For Chen Qingmo, a Foundation Establishment cultivator, the purified spiritual energy is a nourishing substance.

Conversely, the inner layer of the formation would be more difficult for him to cultivate, since he didn't know how this transformation worked.

Comprehending the formation was a long and tedious process, but Chen Qingmo calmed his mind and studied its key points bit by bit.

Time flies, and half a year has passed.

Zhou Tinglong, who had already returned to Yuanjian Sect, frequently sent messages to Chen Weisheng, inquiring whether Chen Qingmo had returned to Taixuan Mountain.

But the answer never changed: Chen Qingmo never returned.

Fortunately, Chen Qingmo's life force within the Chen clan had not been extinguished, which put him at ease.

At the summit of Mount Taixuan, several Foundation Establishment cultivators gathered together.

"What exactly happened to Father in Huangzhong Gorge? Why hasn't he come out yet?"

Chen Weisheng's expression was grave, and his tone was full of worry.

He originally intended to search for him, but after hearing from Zhou Tinglong that Chen Qingmo had disappeared four thousand miles away in Huangzhong Gorge, he had no choice but to give up the idea.

The detailed map of the Chen family had been taken away by Chen Qingmo, and there was no backup. Chen Weisheng was powerless to help. As a pseudo-core cultivator, without the map to guide his path to immortality, he would certainly have difficulty escaping if he encountered a third-tier demon beast.

"Qingmo is a lucky man, and his delayed return must be due to some kind of opportunity. His life force is still strong, so you all don't need to worry unnecessarily." Chen Mingzheng was trying to comfort everyone, but the worry in his eyes was no less than theirs.

But they really had no choice but to wait quietly.

Without the protection of a Golden Core cultivator, one cannot pass the Golden Sand Elephant trial, and venturing into the Yellow Bell Gorge would only be a pointless death.

"Let's listen to Fellow Daoist Chen. Wei Sheng and Wei Lan must not risk going to Huangzhong Gorge," Iron Sword Master echoed.

Seeing that both elders said so, Chen Weisheng and Chen Weilan nodded helplessly and took a deep look in the direction of Annan Prefecture.

Huangzhong Gorge, inside the cave of Yuheng Zhenjun.

Chen Qingmo sat slumped on the ground, his eyes devoid of any light.

There was a node in the array diagram of the Spirit Gathering and Yuan Transformation Array that he pondered for nearly a month, but could not grasp the key point.

He had a feeling that once he fully grasped the essence of this place, comprehending the formation would only be a matter of time.

"In just half a year, he has mastered the Spirit Gathering and Yuan Transformation Array to such a level. I was right about this kid."

"But when will you be able to comprehend this last crucial point? This one-year deadline I set was not set lightly. Let's see if you are qualified to inherit my mantle."

This figure is the lingering remnant of True Lord Yuheng, whose purpose is to select a suitable successor.

Chen Qingmo was unaware of the situation outside. He was still immersed in comprehending the formation, constantly consuming and replenishing his divine sense.

Nearly three months passed, and Chen Qingmo's dull eyes gradually brightened as the array patterns in front of him began to take shape.

"Oh? So fast! This kid is quite surprising."

Yuheng Zhenjun stroked his chin, a look of surprise in his eyes.

According to his prediction, even if Chen Qingmo successfully comprehended the formation, it should have been near the end of the time limit, but now it has happened several months earlier.

Jade Balance True Lord raised his hand and flicked it, and dense spiritual energy gathered around Chen Qingmo, helping him complete the final inscription of the formation.

A moment later, the light burst forth and then receded, and the waters of the spirit lake in front surged violently, transforming into streams of water that rushed toward the formation.

Chen Qingmo sat cross-legged, feeling refreshed and invigorated.

"It's a success!"

With a joyful expression, he couldn't help but say happily.

Chen Qingmo was just about to test the effect of the formation when, in the next instant, the entire Spirit Gathering and Yuan Transformation Formation gradually shrank under his astonished gaze, eventually being imprinted on a formation plate.

Then the scene before him changed. All sorts of items appeared in the empty cave, especially various array materials. Only the spiritual lake remained.

"The true face of this grotto!"

Chen Qingmo said in a low voice, unable to hide his excitement.

This is the cave dwelling of a Nascent Soul cultivator, enough to drive most cultivators mad.

"I am Jade Balance True Lord. Young man, what is your name? Do you recognize my name?"

Suddenly, a majestic voice echoed within the cave.