Cultivation Starts with Rejuvenation

As the Earth Element Magic Power entered the Dantian, the Wood Magic Power swept towards the Earth Element Magic Power first, entirely out of the instinctive counteraction.

Fortunately, the Fire Element Magic Power also nourished the Earth Element Magic Power while dispelling the Wood Magic Power, maintaining a temporary balance between the Wood and Earth Elements.

However, such balance is temporary; the Wood Magic Power is consumed by the Fire Element, while the Fire Element nourishes the Earth Magic Power. The Earth Magic Power is not consumed, and the Wood Magic Power is not replenished, eventually leading to an inevitable counteraction that breaks the balance.

Thus, Ning Sujin began cultivating the Gold Element Technique again. Once the Gold Element Technique is achieved, it can receive nourishment from the Earth Magic Power, consume the Earth Magic Power, and temporarily maintain balance once more.

The further it goes, the easier the temporary balance within the Dantian is broken and the tighter the timing becomes.

Also, due to the interaction of various elemental powers within the Dantian, the environment becomes extraordinarily complex, affecting both the refinement of Spiritual Qi by the Dantian and the effectivity of the new cultivation technique.

This increases the difficulty of precisely controlling the entry of new magical powers into the Dantian.

Profound Origin Celestial Monarch had the most failures at this stage in his personal experience.

No matter how well planned in advance, when it comes to this stage, unexpected instances always occur due to different conditions within the Dantian.

The duration and quantity of new magical power entering leave diverse impacts on the Dantian environment.

”Disperse!” Ning Sujin wasn’t an exception. Just as the Earth Element Magic Power temporarily stabilized, she hurriedly cultivated Gold Element Magic Power. Yet before refining Gold Element Magic Power, the Earth Element Magic Power showed signs of losing control, prompting Li Ji’an to immediately speak.

”Swoosh~” Ning Sujin’s face sank, decisively dispersing the Dantian Magical Power.

The Dantian instantly turned vacant once more.

Fortunately, with Ning Sujin’s Divine Soul Sensing at Primordial Spirit level, the dispersing was timely, preventing any backlash on the Dantian.

”Sujin, do not lose hope. Even Profound Origin Celestial Monarch, when he first cultivated Chaos Technique, only succeeded after seventeen attempts,” Li Ji’an handed over an Essence Calming Pill to nourish the Dantian, softly comforting.

”Mm.” Ning Sujin agreed lightly, but her heart was clouded with disappointment.

Profound Origin Celestial Monarch did claim to succeed only after seventeen attempts, but that was entirely through self-exploration, without any reference.

She herself had the insights and experiences of Profound Origin Celestial Monarch, detailed documentation, nine years of preparation, and assistance from Divine Soul at the Primordial Spirit level, believing she could achieve in one smooth attempt, only to fail on the fourth cultivation technique.

After swallowing the Pill Medicine, she adjusted her state briefly, replaying the previous experiences frame by frame in her Sea of Consciousness, carefully reflecting on the issues.

Half a day later, she had a clearer understanding and decisively adjusted the quantity of each element’s magical power and the refinement speed of the techniques.

”Let’s go again!” Once the Essence Calming Pill’s effects were fully imbued and the Dantian was steady again, Ning Sujin began her second cultivation of the Chaos Cultivation Technique.

This time, the earlier techniques’ cultivation speed improved significantly, and the refinement efficiency greatly increased.

Unfortunately, after three days of retrying, the Earth Element Magic Power again lost control during Gold Element Magic Power cultivation, necessitating another dispersing of magical power.

Finally, Ning Sujin completely set aside her slight superiority, reviewing together with Li Ji’an, combining insights from the Profound Yuan Chaos Scripture, and simulating various possibilities.

Three months passed in the blink of an eye, and Ning Sujin from initial hint of arrogance turned somewhat reticent.

At this moment, she had to acknowledge the difficulty of cultivating this technique, and marvel at Profound Origin Celestial Monarch’s true genius.

She devotedly prepared for nine years, even with guidance from techniques, insights, and analysis from Li Ji’an, she’d already failed eighteen times, still unsure of success next try.

Li Ji’an seemed unfazed, having factored in potential issues during real operations from the outset and understanding that common people couldn’t possibly succeed as it stood.

His initial plan was to gather accumulations over several lifetimes, at least personally cultivate all four techniques completely to ensure effortless control.

Ning Sujin practiced Profound Level Lower Grade technique, much less challenging than the Celestial Grade technique he’d intended to cultivate.

”Sujin, don’t lose heart, you’re almost there,” Li Ji’an tenderly touched her cheek and kissed her forehead.

Ning Sujin silently nodded, feeling rather embarrassed.

A month later, as strands of Water Element Magic Power slowly trickled into Ning Sujin’s Dantian, Li Ji’an instantly focused fully.

Buzz~

After a tea time later, a faint melody suddenly rang out.

Immediately thereafter, Li Ji’an sensed an aura from Ning Sujin’s body characteristic only of infants.

This aura, although very faint, seemed innate, dating back to the beginning of the universe, harboring limitless possibilities.

”Success!”

”Is this the Innate Chaos Qi?” Ning Sujin’s face finally lit up with joy.

”Sujin, attempt to operate the technique once more,” Li Ji’an instructed after careful sensing.

Ning Sujin delightedly nodded and began sensing the Spiritual Qi, endeavoring to refine magical power.

”My dear, my affinity with Spiritual Qi has increased greatly!” Upon slight sensing, Ning Sujin immediately widened her eyes in amazement.

Li Ji’an smiled and nodded: ”This is the wondrous nature of Innate Chaos Qi; however, this is merely an entry, each elemental powers are sparse, Chaos Qi insufficient. Await substantial Five Elements Magical Power entering the Dantian and fusing, equivalent to ordinary Qi Cultivation 1st Layer cultivator’s Chaos Qi, you may then expect a significant upsurge, hopefully rivaling Celestial Spirit Root.”

”Thank you, my dear!” Ning Sujin cried tears of joy, tightly embracing Li Ji’an.

”Don’t rush to celebrate; now is merely the first step, Five Elements Magical Power is scanty. Upon truly commencing cultivation, massive fusion of magical power will occur; be extremely cautious, deviations then could injure the Dantian at the least, or lead to death and soul dispersal at worst.” Li Ji’an sharply warned again.

”Mm!” Having experienced hardship from this technique, Ning Sujin agreed emphatically, no longer harboring the slightest negligence.

Li Ji’an nodded secretly; without the twenty-plus failures, he would’ve honestly worried Ning Sujin would overestimate her comprehension and be heedless later.

Now, he can be completely at ease.

Moreover, after four months of tempering, Ning Sujin has completely comprehended the essence of all element techniques. Unless influenced by an external force, there should be no worries.

”Review it carefully once more, and take some time to rest. When you’ve become well acquainted with the Chaos Qi in your Dantian, then proceed with the actual Chaos Technique cultivation.”

After giving instructions, Li Ji’an returned to his own cave mansion.

This time, witnessing Ning Sujin’s cultivation of the Chaos Cultivation Method up close allowed him to understand this technique more deeply.

Ning Sujin shared his subtle feelings without reservation, making him truly empathize.

After nine years of waiting, there is finally a result. Not only has it practically verified the true efficacy of the ”Profound Yuan Chaos Scripture,” but it has also given Ning Sujin hope to follow his footsteps, which satisfies him greatly.

And during these nine years, while Ning Sujin comprehended the Five Elements Technique, he has also advanced steadily.

The realm of Tier Three Body Cultivator is completely stabilized. Now, his physique not only has an abundant supply of life force, but it is also reinforced by Earth Element Spirit Charm, which makes his defense astonishing.

Through nine years of practice, supported by the robust blood and qi of a Tier Three Body Cultivator, the ”Taigu Demon-Suppressing Fist,” which embodies a Dao Charm, finally reached the 3rd Floor. Every punch and move has Dao Charm circulating, once it unleashes the Dao Charm, even the defense of Gugu at the early Golden Core stage is like tofu.

Furthermore, the greatest achievement is in puppetry skill.

Relying on the large accumulation of puppet materials from the Ten Thousand Merchants Domain, within these nine years, he spared no expense to advance his puppetry skill another step, stepping into the realm of a Tier Three Puppet Master.

At the same time, the secret technique ”Thousand Mechanisms Guide” has borne fruit, allowing the splitting of two Divine Souls in a short time, personally controlling two puppets simultaneously.

Upon returning to his cave mansion, he saw Gugu wantonly tormenting the two puppets he crafted.

These two puppets are his current pinnacle creations, both are roughly humanoid. Though not entirely realistic, adding props like hats and veils makes it hard for ordinary people to distinguish between real and fake.

And the material reinforcement of each has the power of an early-stage True Core.

However, to fully utilize their power, the Puppet Control Technique is needed for manipulation; otherwise, their mobility is too limited.

Before Li Ji’an left, he used split soul to control the two puppets to spar with Gugu, who was utterly overwhelmed.

Now, Gugu is clearly taking revenge.

The puppets, without the control of a Divine Soul, despite being Tier Three, only have the solid-state commands given by Li Ji’an, inevitably lacking flexibility, and can only exert the strength of a Fake Pill, being easily defeated by Gugu is expected.

Fortunately, both puppets are made of Tier Three heavy armor material. As long as Gugu doesn’t unleash the Crescent Saber, it cannot break their defense.

”Gua~” Gugu, in the midst of his triumph, suddenly shrieked and unhesitatingly burrowed underground.

Because the two puppets were once again under the control of Li Ji’an’s split soul, their momentum abruptly shifted.

Li Ji’an glanced at Gugu with a smile, then promptly retracted the two puppets.

”To report to the Supreme Elder, Qin Chuan of Purple Bamboo Mountain seeks your audience on urgent matters.” At this moment, a Communication Talisman trembled, delivering a message from the Sect Leader of the Biyun Sect.

”Approved.” Li Ji’an immediately replied.

Nine years ago, just shortly after Li Ji’an took up the responsibility of the Supreme Elder of Biyun Sect, Qin Chuan had represented the Qin Family to offer his congratulations.

Besides both the Qin Family and Biyun Sect being the only remaining major powers in Cangyun State, it is also due to Qin Family’s ties to Li Ji’an’s past life.

Actually, nowadays, with Wu Weixiong openly offering protection to the Qin Family, within the Celestial Cyan Domain, no one dares trouble them. After all, Wu Weixiong’s terrifying power as a Tier Three Body Cultivator is something ordinary Demon Cultivators would avoid provoking, and the Shadowless Sect is not like the Corpse Puppet Sect that openly advocates the law of the jungle; they still exhibit protective behavior.

Nevertheless, Qin Chuan continues to regard Biyun Sect in high esteem, considering it the leader here.

His attitude towards Li Ji’an is even warmer.

”Qin Chuan greets the Supreme Elder.” Momentarily, when Li Ji’an arrived at the sect hall, Qin Chuan quickly performed a profound salute.

”Patriarch Qin, no need for formalities. What brings you to seek me?” Li Ji’an nodded slightly.

”Supreme Elder, this matter pertains neither to the Qin Family nor the Upper Sect, but concerns Sect Leader Qiao of the Odd Stone Forest.” Qin Chuan’s expression gradually turned grave.

Li Ji’an raised an eyebrow slightly, somewhat puzzled.

Nine years ago, using the Earth Spirit Charm provided by Xiaoqiao, he advanced to a Tier Three Body Cultivator, firmly consolidating his realm over the past nine years, but seeking further progress severely lacked Earth Spirit Charm.

He wished for Xiaoqiao to stay by his side long-term, providing Spirit Charm periodically, so their communication had never ceased.

A few months ago, they had exchanged messages.

”Sister, what happened?”

”I happened to pass by the Odd Stone Forest and decided to visit Sect Leader Qiao, only to encounter some trouble. However, my strength is limited, and I am truly powerless. After careful consideration, I believed the Supreme Elder should be informed.” Qin Chuan narrated honestly.

”What trouble is that?”

”I saw the Four Sects’ Saint Child at the Odd Stone Forest.”

”The Four Sects’ Saint Child? Gathering at Odd Stone Forest? For what reason?” Hearing this, Li Ji’an instantly became tense.

Currently, the Four Sects of the Celestial Cyan Domain are the four major sects that were once the strongest in the Boundless Domain and the Yellow Heaven Domain.

The first is the Corpse Puppet Sect, the second the Joyful Union Sect, the third Blood Spirit Sect, and the fourth Yin Ghost Sect.

”Specific reasons are unknown, but the Saint Child of the Joyful Union Sect has taken fancy to Sect Leader Qiao. Although it appears affectionate, with sincere emotions, apart from expressions of love, there are no excessive actions. However, Sect Leader Qiao’s attitude is resolute... Qin worries it may ultimately anger the Saint Child of the Joyful Union Sect, leading to disaster!”