Gou Zai Xianwu Chaos World, Physical Sainthood

Chapter 129 Heavenly Rank High-Grade Cultivation Technique

[Minor Longevity Technique - Qi Refining → ? ? ?]

[Rank: High-grade Earth Rank → ??? (Under Improvement)]

[Level: Beginner (1/200)]

Looking at the changes in his mind, especially the words "Upgrading".

Lu Cheng was initially incredulous, but then overjoyed.

The grade of "Minor Longevity Technique" can actually be upgraded?

Wouldn't that make it a Heaven-Rank cultivation technique, just like the "Purple Qi Spirit Guiding Technique"?

But what follows is caution and a difficult decision.

The reason why the "Minor Longevity Technique"—no, the new technique—is still being improved is not because it lacks advancement references like the previous "River-Blocking Halberd Technique," but because Lu Cheng needs to make a choice.

In the scene of the handwritten true meaning evolving, Lu Cheng comprehended four different realms of meaning.

All four of these can improve the grade of a cultivation technique and will also determine the direction of a new cultivation technique.

As for which specific grade it can be upgraded to, that's hard to say.

The first interpretation is that water generates wood in the Five Elements theory of mutual generation and restraint.

It was Lu Cheng who nourished the tree roots with rainwater, allowing them to bypass the metal and stone and draw nutrients from a wider range of soil, thus reviving the tree.

The second meaning is "a dragon lurking in the abyss, patiently awaiting its opportune moment."

The tree was on the verge of dying, but it was revived by the rain.

It means that when one is in a difficult situation, with the slightest external influence, one can break free from the shackles and soar to new heights.

The third meaning is to overcome strength with gentleness.

In the true meaning of the image, the tree roots use their own softness to bypass the hard metal and stone through the cracks, then absorb nutrients, grow tenaciously, and slowly strengthen themselves.

As for the fourth type, it is the constant cycle of Yin and Yang, which can bring about a new life even in the most desperate situations.

As the saying goes, when Yin reaches its extreme, Yang will emerge; when things reach their worst, they will turn around.

The stones beneath the tree are so dense, yet there is still a gap that keeps the sapling alive. This shows that in any desperate situation, there is always a glimmer of hope. If you feel there is no way out, it is because you have not yet seen the end of the cycle of yin and yang.

Each of these four true meanings has its own characteristics, and the advanced techniques will definitely have great power, but Lu Cheng couldn't make up his mind.

Torn between his thoughts, Lu Cheng returned to Xijian Peak.

At this moment, Han Lingxiao was discussing the matter of establishing a separate sect with several elders from outside the eleventh lineage.

After waiting for ages, the opportunity finally came.

Upon hearing that Lu Cheng had "seen" the scene, Han Lingxiao was overjoyed.

Before he could praise him, Lu Cheng went on to explain the result of having "absorbed" the true meaning of the handwritten message.

Han Lingxiao was silent for a moment, then smiled and said, "So what? The rules for comprehending the handwritten text were set long ago, but how much true meaning one can comprehend is not set. You can rest assured."

"However, I am also very curious, what exactly did you see that caused the handwritten message to change?"

That is because the true meaning was manifested too strongly, causing the vessel to be unable to bear it.

Han Lingxiao even felt that if the true meaning on it hadn't already been diluted, he probably would have burned the handwritten letter to ashes this time.

Lu Cheng also wanted to ask Han Lingxiao about the superiority of those four true meanings, so he immediately described the scene he had seen.

It includes four personal insights.

After listening, Han Lingxiao immediately fell silent.

After a long while, he shook his head and said, "I have not seen the true meaning of the scene. Even if you describe it in its entirety, I will not have any understanding of it, so naturally I cannot explain anything to you."

"As for the four insights you mentioned, they seem quite different to me. The first and third are clearly techniques of the Tao," while the second and fourth are somewhat more theoretical.

"Compared to the traceable nature of 'technique,' 'principle' seems more abstract and ethereal."

"But often, this very ethereal and intangible realm holds a deeper inner meaning for you to discover. Once you gain something, you can't stop. All eleven founders of the sect gleaned their insights from handwritten true meanings," which laid the foundation for their subsequent entry into the Martial Sect and the establishment of their own lineage.

"However, you have only just entered the Qi Refining Realm. It is too early to consider these things. When your realm is higher in the future, you will naturally have more insights when you look back."

"Technique and principle?" Lu Cheng murmured. According to Han Lingxiao, the second and fourth methods were obviously better.

So, that makes things simple, and Lu Cheng instinctively chose the fourth option.

"Give me the Lesser Longevity Mantra—"

Lu Cheng had only recited half of the mantra, just reaching the phrase "Minor Longevity Mantra," when he suddenly stopped.

A sudden flash of inspiration struck him, and he realized, "The Lesser Longevity Technique, the Lesser Longevity Technique! The cultivation method I'm trying to improve isn't about truly comprehending its essence. Since I'm aiming to improve, I should naturally choose the one that best suits me!"

"Although the second and fourth true meanings are profound, they are clearly not very consistent with the Lesser Longevity Technique."

"Moreover, once the true meaning has been grasped, it will not disappear. When one's realm becomes more profound in the future, one can naturally turn back to it."

Very risky.

I almost went down the wrong path.

With this in mind, Lu Cheng resolutely chose the first option.

Compared to the Yin-Yang Reversal, Water nourishes Wood, which is clearly more suitable for the Lesser Longevity Technique.

The key point is that the final scene of the purple lightning striking down and igniting the giant tree, although there was no follow-up, clearly implies the idea of ​​"wood generating fire".

Given that the handwritten note was only a fragment, Lu Cheng had every reason to suspect that the complete handwritten note was meant to demonstrate the complete interaction of the Five Elements.

The person who wrote the letter already wanted to express this meaning, so there's no reason to choose any other "one-sided" interpretation.

As Lu Cheng made his choice, the light from the "Minor Longevity Manual" in his sea of ​​consciousness shone even brighter.

The information changed the next moment.

The Secret to Longevity

[Rank: High-grade Heaven Rank]

[Level: Beginner (1/200)]

It's actually a top-grade Heaven-rank item!

Lu Cheng instantly lost control of his expression, and the joy on his face was impossible to hide.

A single word difference, and he rose three ranks! A leap across an entire level!

What was originally a mediocre martial art instantly became a top-tier martial art!

"Why are you suddenly so happy? Have you suddenly realized something?"

Han Lingxiao, who was standing to the side, was quite surprised to see Lu Cheng suddenly smile.

Lu Cheng couldn't explain anything to Han Lingxiao, only saying that he felt happy thinking about the future.

Han Lingxiao nodded and said, "The time has been set. The duel will begin ten days from now on Guiyuan Peak."

Lu Cheng nodded with a smile.

Once your skills are improved, you'll need a large amount of resources for cultivation.

Lu Cheng wished he could roar to the heavens.

Barely suppressing the turmoil in his heart, Lu Cheng declined Han Lingxiao's invitation to "discuss" the matter in the main hall and went straight back to his room.

Upon entering the room, he couldn't wait to try out the new practice method.

After just a short meditation session, he was even more pleasantly surprised.

The Qi in the Dantian rotated much faster than before, more than ten times faster.

It's so fast that the absorption rate of the primordial energy of heaven and earth can't keep up with the refining process!

"Judging from this, as long as resources are sufficient, wouldn't it be even faster to cultivate to the point of perfect Qi refinement than before?"

It should be noted that other Qi Refining martial artists typically take ten years to make a breakthrough.

Which of the four—Yun Lingzi, Han Lingxiao, and the others—hadn't been in the Qi Refining Realm for over twenty years?

After that, Lu Cheng had no other activities; he spent his days practicing martial arts.

On the fourth day, Sword Washing Peak suddenly became noisy.

"Lu Cheng, come out!"

"Get Lu Cheng out here!"

"I will atone with my death!"

Upon hearing the sound, Lu Cheng knew what was going on without even thinking. He sighed inwardly and went outside the palace.

Dozens of people, including the leaders of the eleven meridians, the peak masters, and the elders, rushed up to the Sword Washing Peak.

Even Yun Huizi, who was still recovering from serious injuries, was carried over.

Yunxiazi tried to calm everyone down with a furrowed brow, but it didn't work very well.

Han Lingxiao stood proudly in front of the hall, facing the crowd.