This is the true immortal of the Taoist sect.

This was the first time Chen Jing had heard the terms "Taoist sect" and "Taoist cultivation."

They also understood why Li Daoxuan often referred to himself as "this humble Daoist," and why Qingfeng referred to himself as "this minor Daoist."

Chen Jing couldn't help but wonder, in the more than two hundred years of history of the Great Zhao martial arts world, and before the Great Zhao, when was there ever a sect called Daoist? When was there ever a path of cultivation called Daoist?

He had no memory of this at all.

Therefore, Chen Jing couldn't help but wonder if this so-called Taoist sect was founded by Li Daoxuan.

If that's true, it would be truly shocking.

In the days that followed, Chen Jing would practice breathing exercises with Qingfeng and Mingyue every day.

Although Li Daoxuan did not lead him into Taoism, he did teach him the Taoist breathing techniques.

He also modified Chen Jing's own martial arts training to enable him to cultivate both internal and external skills.

It's worth mentioning that the martial arts in the Great Zhao martial arts world are all taught step by step, from body tempering to qi cultivation.

No matter what kind of martial art it is, it must start with tempering the body. When the qi and blood are condensed to the extreme, a wisp of innate true qi will naturally be born.

This wisp of innate true energy is the foundation for the subsequent condensation of martial arts true energy.

By refining the blood and qi with this wisp of innate true qi, one can gradually strengthen and improve it step by step.

However, the Taoist cultivation method follows the path of unifying essence, energy, and spirit, so it directly focuses on refining energy from the very beginning.

Moreover, it can absorb the external world to nourish the body's microcosm, and gradually strengthen its cultivation by combining it with external elixirs such as Qi-replenishing pills and Yuan-nourishing pills.

Therefore, the starting point of Taoist Qi cultivation can be considered as the cultivation level of the fourth realm of martial arts.

However, due to the lack of physical training in the early stages, the combat power of a Taoist who has just entered the Qi Refining stage is far inferior to that of a martial artist without the use of talismans and Taoist magic.

Li Daoxuan modified Chen Jing's martial arts from this point onward, allowing Chen Jing to enter the Qi Refining stage ahead of time while continuing to temper his physique.

Chen Jing initially refused to accept it no matter what, because such a profound and exquisite mental cultivation method was far too valuable.

If this were to happen in the martial arts world, it would surely cause unimaginable bloodshed and chaos.

But under Li Daoxuan's repeated insistence, he had no choice but to accept it with trepidation.

In the days that followed, Chen Jing spent his time practicing martial arts and discussing sword techniques with Qingfeng.

At first, Chen Jing naively thought that Qingfeng, who practiced martial arts, probably wouldn't have much skill in it.

But when Chen Jing discovered that Qingfeng had successfully mastered the internal energy cultivation method that Li Daoxuan had modified for him and condensed his first wisp of martial arts true energy in just a few breaths, he understood that Li Daoxuan's request for him to guide Qingfeng was merely a way of giving him face.

Not only his internal strength, but also his swordsmanship suffered a great blow.

As the most talented disciple of the Flying Cloud Sect in this generation, he believed that he had already mastered the Flying Cloud Sword Technique, the sect's ultimate skill.

Even if Qingfeng didn't use his magic and only fought him with sword techniques, he was still no match for him.

In Chen Jing's view, Qingfeng's swordsmanship had transcended the level of ordinary swordsmanship, reaching a height that he could neither describe nor imagine.

Qingfeng's sword has no fixed style; each move is made according to his will.

Just when Chen Jing thought he had succeeded with a single sword strike, Qingfeng would always unexpectedly use a method to counter it that he could never have imagined.

Chen Jing could only be completely convinced and admired him wholeheartedly.

After that, Chen Jing no longer looked down on Qingfeng at all. On the contrary, he respected him very much. Whenever Qingfeng was free, he would approach him and humbly ask for his advice.

Qingfeng didn't mind and answered all questions.

After obtaining Li Daoxuan's permission, he brought Chen Jing into the study and took out those Daoist scriptures for Chen Jing to read.

He frankly stated that all the great principles of the world are contained within these Taoist scriptures.

Chen Jing opened those Taoist books, but upon first reading them, he felt completely lost and didn't understand anything.

He recognized most of the words in the book, but he couldn't understand them at all when they were put together.

For example, the first sentence of the Five Thousand Words is: "The Way that can be told is not the constant Way; the name that can be named is not the constant name."

No matter how many times Chen Jing watched it, he was still completely confused.

What is the Dao? If the Dao that can be spoken of is not the constant Dao, then why is it not the constant Dao?

What does the character 恆 mean? What does it represent?

What is a name?

Chen Jing was completely baffled, so he took the book to ask Li Daoxuan.

Li Daoxuan laughed and said:

"Brother Chen, there's no need to rush, nor is it necessary to insist on a precise definition. Try to understand it yourself first. Read a book a hundred times, and its meaning will become clear. Once you have your own understanding, then come and ask me for confirmation..."

Chen Jing had no choice but to ponder the matter on his own, filled with questions.

For several days in a row, Chen Jing held the book "Five Thousand Words" in his hands, as if he were completely immersed in it.

Seeing this, Qingfeng couldn't help but ask curiously:

"Does Master intend to guide Young Master Chen into the Daoist path?"

Li Daoxuan nodded and smiled:

"Chen Jing's mind is pure and flawless. If he can enter the Dao, he will surely be an excellent seed for cultivation. As his teacher, I naturally have this thought."

Qingfeng nodded noncommittally and sighed:

"In the past few days, I have been interacting with Young Master Chen and I have often felt that he has a great talent for cultivating the Tao. Moreover, he is gentle, humble, and in harmony with the Tao."

"only..."

The breeze seemed to want to speak but then stopped.

Li Daoxuan knew what he wanted to say, and nodded in agreement:

"Your concerns are valid. Although Chen Jing is an excellent candidate for cultivation, he is entangled in worldly affairs and has too many karmic entanglements. If he cannot resolve these issues, he may end up harming himself in the future..."

Qingfeng nodded and tentatively asked:

"Master, should we ask Young Master Chen?"

Li Daoxuan remained silent for a long time before replying:

"Let's talk about it the day he leaves..."

Chen Jing was unaware that Li Daoxuan and his disciple Qingfeng were already plotting to poach members from their Feiyun Sect.

He remained immersed in the book, studying it day and night without eating or drinking.

And so, the days passed quickly.

In the blink of an eye, it's Lunar New Year's Eve again.

This year's Lunar New Year's Eve was even more lively than last year's.

Early in the morning, Scholar Wang delivered a cartload of New Year's goods, something he always did during the New Year and other festivals, as a way of fulfilling the teacher-student relationship between Wang Yangming and his sister Wang Jingshu.

However, besides Wang Juren, there was another person who also sent a lot of New Year's goods.

It is Yang Haotian, the owner of Fuyang Manor.

Looking at those expensive New Year's goods, Li Daoxuan couldn't help but chuckle.

Of the two powerful figures in the martial arts world of Lijiang Prefecture, it is clear that this Master Yang is more adept at understanding human relationships and worldly affairs.

The letter that came with the New Year's gifts was so perfunctory that since Li Daoxuan could accept the gifts without any qualms, he couldn't help but feel grateful for the favor.

At least then we'll have a reason and an excuse to interact with each other in the future.

"This guy's aiming to be an angel investor..."

Li Daoxuan couldn't help but think to himself.

Since that was the case, Li Daoxuan accepted it with a smile. This kindness was insignificant to him, but after all, he was the founder of a sect with disciples and followers, and sometimes he needed some connections.

On New Year's Eve, Li Daoxuan's second year in this world came to an end.

Compared to when he first arrived, Li Daoxuan was no longer as sentimental.

I woke up to find it was already the start of a new year.

The world is beautiful, the path to enlightenment is lofty, so cherish every moment...