Journey to the West: Starting with the True Lord of the Pure Land

Chen Jiao calmed down and tried to comprehend the many mysteries of the Vermilion Bird's incarnation.

Just like Xuan Ling's body, which naturally possesses the [Vast Sea Whale Dragon Mystic Chapter] that is compatible with the bloodline of the ancient Xuan Jiao.

This newly formed Vermilion Bird incarnation also had a inherited memory awakened deep within its bloodline, manifesting on the Dao scroll and reflecting the true form of the crimson-robed Daoist.

With a slight thought, Chen Jiao felt an ancient and profound scripture, containing the true meaning of the fire element, flow from the scroll and enter his mind.

【The Crimson Brightness Refining Spirit Cave Yang True Scripture】.

"Red light opens the map, fire energy flows with light."

Separate the essence from within, and the divine transforms without limit. Refine the samadhi to attain truth, and gather the Southern Brightness to penetrate the Yang.

The spirit dwells in fire, and fire nourishes the spirit. When the spirit and fire temper each other, the true constant is revealed. Externally, all impurities are burned away, and internally, the spiritual altar is illuminated. When nature and life are mutually strengthened, the Dao body begins to flourish.

"Li is the essence of fire, and also the light of the heart. Holding to the center and righteousness, one can govern the eight directions..."

The opening few words have already outlined that this scripture is based on the Southern Bright Fire and is fundamentally about tempering the soul.

The path of cultivation that combines inner and outer practice to ultimately achieve the unity of spirit and fire, and to see the true nature of reality.

Chen Jiao silently recited the scriptures, understanding them intuitively.

The path of the Vermilion Bird and Crimson Sky lies in refining and perfecting, in using the wondrous power of the Fire of Departure to forge impurities, temper true nature, illuminate the netherworld, and refine the heart of elixir.

This perfectly aligns with his original intention in creating this avatar: to master alchemy and artifacts and to seize control of the Fire Element.

On the scroll of Tao, extraordinary phenomena manifested.

Jiang Xiao's true form has been completely solidified, and the phenomena it manifests are completely different from those when Xuan Ling was first born.

Xuanling is a misty vapor that begins with gentle ripples, gradually surging and eventually converging into a vast expanse.

As soon as the true form of the Crimson Bird was formed, the originally magnificent and flowing Southern Bright Fire, which illuminated the chaos, suddenly contracted inward, and all the light was gathered into a single gap.

All the outward blazing light and surging Daoist energy returned to the body of the young man in crimson robes.

Immediately, a warm and solid crimson light shone brightly from Jiang Xiao's dantian.

Its light is not intense, its brilliance is subtle, it is shaped like a chicken egg, and its color is like the rising sun. It floats quietly and rotates slowly.

It naturally interacts with the fire element in the universe, circulating endlessly.

This level of attainment, manifested outwardly as the Golden Elixir!

The elixir of immortality is formed naturally.

Subsequent cultivation is simply to continuously stimulate and strengthen this inner light, illuminating the outside from within, and refining the spirit and penetrating the yang.

Chen Jiao reflected on it and was slightly surprised, but then he understood.

Xuanling was an ancient Xuanjiao, born from the interaction of primordial water essence and a point of pure yang thunder essence. The primordial water essence was its origin, while the pure yang thunder essence gave it the ability to transform.

Its essence lies in water, its value lies in its ability to flow downwards and accumulate momentum, gathering trickles into a stream, and ultimately becoming a vast expanse.

This is the path of nourishing the internal from the external, and gathering streams to form a sea; therefore, it must begin with refining qi and gradually grow stronger.

From the moment the first wisp of water-based spiritual energy is drawn in, the meridians of rivers and streams are opened within the body, laying the foundation for the Dao.

Only when the water element is abundant and the profound meaning is perfectly integrated can the true essence be condensed and the Xuanjiao Golden Elixir manifest.

This is the righteous path of water, and it is also the way Chen Jiao followed the natural order and proceeded step by step when he first embarked on the path of incarnation.

However, Jiangxiao is different.

The Vermilion Bird is formed from the essence of the primordial fire, and its path lies in fire. Its value lies in "the essence of fire contained within, and its divine transformation without limit".

The nature of fire is bright and penetrating, emanating from within.

Both of them have extraordinary origins.

Firstly, the mysterious water accumulates its power, flowing into the sea, gradually becoming significant. Secondly, the fire within is inherently potent, its divine transformation arising spontaneously, achieving perfect harmony from the very beginning.

"With the Golden Elixir complete, the Great Dao is glimpsed for the first time."

Chen Jiao muttered to himself.

In the world, most cultivators at the Golden Core stage are called "True Persons," as they have already embarked on the path to immortality and can be said to have attained the Dao.

From this day forward, this Vermilion Bird incarnation can be called the Crimson Sky Immortal!

Chen Jiao was naturally delighted. Although there were no bottlenecks in his cultivation as an incarnation, it would save him some time, which was excellent.

He continued to mentally observe the Daoist scriptures.

The scenes in the Daoist scrolls are already different.

The scroll contains the three true forms of Golden Thunder, Mysterious Water, and Separating Fire. Each has its own system of energy, yet they are subtly connected, forming a tripartite balance that flows continuously.

Metal generates water, water nourishes fire, and fire refines metal. Although the five elements are not yet complete, a rudimentary cycle has already begun to take shape.

The Golden Thunder Form stands firmly in the center of the sky, its majestic aura a testament to the true immortal realm.

The Xuanling Xuanshui is deep and vast, and the Nascent Soul Realm is already perfected, only a hair's breadth away from breaking through.

The Crimson Flame was newly born, and although the golden elixir's radiance was still somewhat immature, it was pure, clear, and full of vitality.

Thereupon, the three forms of energy subtly intertwined, and a mysterious, cyclical Daoist rhythm quietly arose.

Metal generates water, and the water flows abundantly, subtly supporting and nourishing the fire.

The newly formed True Form of Fire, with its pure Yang energy rising, is also nourishing that mysterious water aspect.

Chen Jiao's true form was one with the Dao scroll, and at this moment he suddenly felt something.

Xuan Ling has reached the Nascent Soul stage and is about to break through to the Divine Transformation stage.

The key to the transformation of the spirit lies in "the exhaustion of yin and the purity of yang, the transformation of yin spirit into yang spirit". It requires the guidance of pure yang energy to transform the yin spirit and achieve the pure yang primordial spirit.

The difficulty of this challenge lies in the scarcity of opportunities to attain pure Yang energy.

He originally planned to wait until Xuan Ling had a more thorough understanding of the Heavenly Manifestation and Earthly Manifestation Divine Power before attempting to break through using the bit of True Solar Fire obtained from the Cleansing Spring as a catalyst.

At this moment, Jiang Xiao's true form of the Vermilion Bird, which was transformed from the essence of the innate fire, was born. Its origin was the purest and most refined Yang energy of the fire!

It shares the same Daoist source as Xuanling Water, and they naturally resonate with each other.

This fiery energy, though not as fierce and domineering as the true fire of the sun.

However, it is more in line with the pure yang mechanism of "warming and rising, water and fire in harmony" required for the transformation of water into spirit!

It shares the same Daoist source as Xuanling Water, and they naturally resonate with each other.

This fiery energy, though not as fierce and domineering as the true fire of the sun.

However, it is more in line with the pure yang mechanism of "warming and rising, water and fire in harmony" required for the transformation of water into spirit!

Water needs the tempering of fire to create clouds and rain; yin needs the transformation of yang to form the foundation of pure yang in the spirit and soul!

Chen Jiao carefully comprehended the profound truth of the Fire of Separation, and then compared it with his own Golden Thunder Dao and Xuanling Water Technique. He felt that the path ahead was becoming clearer and broader.

After a long while, in the quiet room.

Chen Jiao slowly exhaled a long breath, opened his eyes, and looked pleased.

The Crimson Cloud Immortal, having completed the elixir and departed from the fire, his divine light began to shine!

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The door to the quiet room opened silently.

Chen Jiao walked out slowly, his black cloak fluttering and his jade pendant hanging down.

Xuan Ling's breakthrough to the Nascent Soul stage requires him to thoroughly comprehend the Heavenly Manifestation and Earthly Manifestation Divine Power; there is no need to rush it.

Outside, the sky was still bright, and the clouds were rolling and swirling.

The Lei residence was orderly, with generals, officers, and soldiers performing their respective duties, and a busy scene of preparations for the hunting expedition unfolded before our eyes.

The time spent in seclusion is but a fleeting moment in the outside world.

Chen Jiao walked to the corridor of the main hall, put his hands behind his back, and looked towards the eastern horizon.

Deep within the sea of ​​clouds, there lies a place of clear, shimmering light and auspicious mist—this is the location of the Eastern Wonderful Rock Palace.

He decided to take advantage of this break to visit the Eastern Wonderful Rock Palace and pay homage to the Great Sage Who Saves from Suffering.

He never forgot the invitation from the Celestial Venerable.

That was when Chen Jiao had just been promoted to the position of True Lord and suddenly gained great power. He was feared by the gods, and there were countless people who were openly and secretly hostile and jealous of him.

At that time, although he had risen in rank, his footing was not yet secure, and he had not yet formally become a disciple of a teacher.

This celestial being, who resides in the realm of eternal bliss and is renowned for saving people from suffering and calamity, spoke gently as his cloud chariot was about to dissipate, inviting him to visit the palace when he had some free time.

This caused many eyes in the shadows to temporarily withdraw.

Chen Jiao has always been clear about his gratitude and grudges, and he has always kept this friendship in his heart.

Now that his power has increased and he has received generous gifts from the Jade Emperor and the Queen Mother, he is at the height of his power.

Especially now, we must not forget the kindness shown to us in the past.

The Celestial Venerable's invitation cannot be delayed indefinitely.

With the upcoming inspection tour, everything has been arranged, and there is still some time to spare.

Visiting at this time is both polite and shows that you haven't forgotten your old friendship.

Moreover, the Great Savior of Suffering, Taiyi, is a man of vast knowledge and unfathomable spiritual attainment, and may be able to offer some guidance on the matter of the imperial tour.

Having made up his mind, Chen Jiao no longer hesitated.

He summoned Fei Peng, gave him a brief explanation, and stated that he wished to visit the Heavenly Venerable at the Eastern Wonderful Rock Palace.

Immediately, Chen Jiao rode the Xie Zhi directly eastward. The Xie Zhi's four hooves emitted a clear light as it traversed the clouds, moving swiftly and steadily.

The Thunder Mansion receded into the distance behind them, while the cloud road ahead opened up.

Only in the easternmost direction can one see the wondrous aura of Qinghua Changle faintly connecting with the sky.