Yinshan Record

Chapter 489 A Rare Return of Master and Disciple to the Mortal World
The second level is the way of various supernatural abilities and responses.

The so-called *Taiyi Donghua Jade Book* uses the characters "Taiyi" to represent both the celestial sphere and the Dao itself, symbolizing a primordial state before the aggregation of all things. "Donghua" is an extension of the concept of the great sun, representing the vast sun that rises from the east and brings life with its sunlight. The "Jade Book" serves as the vessel for these concepts, guiding them to various esoteric practices such as talismans, internal alchemy, spiritual cultivation, and thunder magic.

This classic text, as the foundation of the ancient Azure Emperor Lingwei Yang's legacy, vividly displays his cultivation path and insights, truly showcasing the fundamental secrets that enabled this ancient great being to rise to the ranks of the Five Emperors.

Su Che also searched through ancient books and compiled a list of the various names of this ancient Green Emperor.

For example, the name Yuanyang Fusang Emperor refers to Fusang, who possesses one of the innate spiritual roots and has the power to control the yang energy.

The phrase "Like the bright and radiant sun, the Emperor of the Sun Palace" is a praise for this Green Emperor who wields the essence of the sun and can manipulate the power of the great sun for his own use.

For example, Donghua Zifu Shaoyangjun and Donghua Dasiming refer to this person who wields the power of thunder and lightning, and whose unparalleled supernatural power can bring all things to life or destroy yin and yang with a single thought.

These various names, though listed in a seemingly disparate way, also subtly reveal their own paths of cultivation. All of this is condensed within the jade pendant in Su Che's palm, though it is mostly what Su Che can currently comprehend. To truly grasp the whole picture, one would likely need to ascend to the Xuandu Palace and examine what exactly that image left by the ancient Azure Emperor was.

However, now, Su Che is able to skillfully extract a trace of Yang energy from the changes of Yin and Yang in the world to replenish the deficiencies in his primordial spirit and physical body, and transform it into a life force that directly affects his body.

The so-called Yang energy refers to the subtle and subtle changes that arise from the interaction of Yin and Yang in all things.

With the supernatural powers in the "Taiyi Donghua Jade Book", Su Che can now easily use them and transform them into benefits for himself.

Judging from the Nine Methods of Heaven and Man, Su Che believed that the focus of the "Taiyi Donghua Jade Book" was probably on the method of Yin and Yang. Then, based on the method of Yin and Yang, it continued to deduce the lineage of other methods. Overall, it was very compatible with the "Zhou Jue Yin Tian Secret Manual" that he had been practicing.

If he could rely on the true meaning contained in the jade pendant, Su Che felt that not only could he not only condense the Rejuvenating Pill, but he should also be able to truly cultivate the Void Step Domain.

Therefore, while being beaten, he was also trying to comprehend the changes in the "Taiyi Donghua Jade Book". He didn't know if it was because his nature was compatible with this technique, or if his "Six Harmonies Azure Dragon" destiny played a role in pushing things forward.

In any case, Su Che learned the technique with incredible speed and quickly mastered it, eventually developing a remarkable skill.

Of course, these behaviors also made Yu Lizi act a little more harshly when she took action.

"Teacher, it seems like you were a bit harsher today than in the past few days."

The eldest brother was a kind-hearted person after all. He quickly used up the small bottle of spiritual medicine and then took out a few pills from the purple-gold gourd next to him and gave them to Su Che to swallow.

"Junior Brother Su might not be able to handle it..."

"is it?"

Yu Lizi frowned slightly as she watched Su Che silently refining the Yang energy.

"I think your junior brother still has plenty of room to maneuver."

As Yu Lizi was speaking, there were sudden bursts of lightning and thunder in the air, as if the entire training ground was covered by dark clouds.

"Archer, let's try the changes within the Thunder Magic again."

"Master, please wait a moment, your disciple..."

Lightning flashed and thunder roared, hills and mountains crumbled.

Liu Tixuan watched the chilling changes in the lightning magic and slowly shook his head. He roughly calculated the amount of medicine his junior brother would need later, and silently hurried towards the alchemy room.

If I keep falling like this, I don't know if Junior Brother Su will be in trouble, but I'm afraid my back will hurt for a few days.

Yu Lizi had been training in this way for several days, and Su Che had gradually become more proficient in various Daoist techniques. The biggest benefit was that the escape technique of Yin-Yang Yuan Magnetism had become much faster. In addition, under Yu Lizi's guidance, he had gained a deeper understanding of the two words "fighting techniques".

Of course, the progress of "Taiyi Donghua Jade Book" was also quite rapid, at least reaching the level of the Rejuvenating Elixir. This naturally aroused Yu Lizi's dissatisfaction.

In the end, the old master pulled out his trump card, ordering his eldest brother to take out a copy of "The Great Sun Nine Profound True Method" from the library and give it to Su Che, telling the Third Young Master Su to study it carefully.

"Our sect's 'Supreme Six Dragons Returning to the Sun True Technique' is the fundamental Daoist method that can only be obtained by practicing the six supernatural powers together. Your 'Zhou's Absolute Yin Heaven Secret Record' is one of them. There is also this 'Great Sun Nine Profound True Method'. This method is extremely domineering. It follows the path of pure Yang and extreme strength, practicing the true fire of the sun. When it is practiced to a high level, nine suns can emerge at the same time, burning rivers and boiling seas."

Yu Lizi's eyes held a hint of warning.

"Since your master has sent you down to the mortal realm to preside over the Zhixin Temple, you must not forget to practice. You should know that in addition to the sect rules, we also have family laws. Especially this 'Great Sun Nine Profound True Method'. If you neglect your practice and are blinded by the worldly affairs, don't blame your master for being heartless."

The eldest disciple, who had been listening silently, couldn't help but glance in their teacher's direction.

When did we ever have any family rules? I've been a disciple for so many years and I've never heard of them.

However, the eldest brother was a kind-hearted person and knew that some things could only be understood intuitively, so he immediately nodded in agreement.

Su Che was completely bewildered.

What are the punishments for family discipline? They won't arrest you and make you do hard labor for a few years, will they?
Today was indeed a bit strange. The teacher not only stopped the special training of being beaten, but also called him to the dormitory and gave him such a serious reminder.

Could it be that something new has happened within the sect? It's not yet time for Yu Lizi to take his duty.

"You have made great progress these past few days, which makes me very happy. It's just a pity that your grandmaster sent someone to deliver a decree today, ordering you to go down to the mortal realm to take over the Zhixin Temple. It's true that my master and I are separated more often than not. But for cultivators, the world is vast and they can roam freely. If you go down, I can come and see you."

Yu Lizi paused for a moment before adding, "I will have to test you then. Think it over carefully, cultivate diligently, and don't make a mistake."

"teacher."

Su Che was also somewhat moved.

Regardless of others, Master Yu Lizi truly had nothing to say to him. There might be some unspoken arrangements made by Master Huang Tiandao, but this mentor genuinely treated him as a disciple, offering his sincere heart, so naturally, he should repay him with the same sincerity.

To be honest, Su Che quite enjoyed his time at the Huangtiandao Sect. Although he often had to endure beatings, it was a life of ease, a proper cultivation far superior to the petty squabbles of the mortal world.

Moreover, what's the point of fighting and vying for power in that realm below, which could be destroyed at any moment?
The universe is vast, and the void is boundless; this is the carefree realm where immortals roam.

"You came from the mortal world, and now your worldly ties are not yet severed; this is something that cannot be helped."

Yu Lizi smiled as he looked at Su Che's face: "Back in the day, your master also walked the mortal world, tested his sword in the East Sea, and shook the Northern Demon with thunder. He had some reputation. You must also establish a good reputation in the underworld, so that people will not look down on our lineage."

"Yes, teacher. Your disciple..."

"Here is a batch of elixirs. Take them first. For ordinary people, they can add ten years to their lifespan. For cultivators, they can heal injuries. You will inevitably have to fight people down there this time, so keep them safe."

The senior disciple next to him presented a purple-gold gourd, which Su Che solemnly accepted with both hands.

"I originally wanted to pass on some magical artifacts to you, but things are different now than before, and giving you too many might not be a good thing."

Yu Lizi shook his head and said, "Now that the final calamity is about to begin, all sides are secretly vying for power. It will probably be long before everything comes out into the open. Since you have entered this mortal world, you are now a member of our sect, and you have a heavy responsibility on your shoulders. You need to be careful and take care of yourself first."

"The mortal world is full of turmoil, fame and fortune are all poisons to immortality. Now that you have returned to this world, you will have to endure these constraints again. It is a good opportunity to hone yourself in the mortal world. Remember that you are a seed of immortality, and do not go astray."

Yu Lizi waved his hand as he looked at his disciple. "Alright, don't keep Senior Brother Shouchang waiting. Ti Xuan, see Che'er off, I still need to see your grandmaster later."

Su Che looked at his teacher, who looked like a young man, and bowed deeply, unable to contain his emotions.

Since I came into this world, this is the only person who has ever been truly good to me without any ulterior motives or demands.

"Master, I will now descend."

"Alright, alright, going down isn't like dying, why act like a child and make yourself a laughingstock? Let's go, I've already said we're immortal beings, we mustn't let our emotions get the better of us."

Yu Lizi said irritably, "If you really don't want to leave, I'll teach you some more ways to get beaten up."

After bidding farewell to their teacher, the eldest brother led Su Che out, offering him endless admonitions and reminders along the way.

Su Che listened while secretly lowering his head.

Some things are better left unsaid.

The final calamity is about to begin. What is the final calamity? Su Che probably had a thought in his mind.

The world below is now undoubtedly shattered, and it is only thanks to the Xuandu Palace that it is patched up and maintained. But what is the price for this?

That future world is bound to undergo a great change.

The slightest oversight could lead to a major disaster.

Since he is going down to the mortal realm to reveal his identity as the reincarnation of the "Ancient Azure Emperor," he will inevitably become the focus of attention from all sides and a target of further criticism.

This is not the best option.

But Su Che had no choice but to face it head-on.

Because of his destiny as the "Azure Dragon of the Six Directions," his previous incarnation was framed and plotted against in Jiankang City. Now that he has revealed his identity as the "reincarnation of the Azure Emperor," he fears that a hundred or even a thousand times more schemes await him.

Su San Gongzi knew that he was not the kind of person who would rather "take things by the straight path than by the crooked path," but he was not without one.

Su Che never looks back. Once he has taken this step, there is absolutely no reason for him to turn back.

“Ti Xuan, Junior Brother Su.”

Li Shouchang was still as dashing and carefree as ever, dressed in white, waving enthusiastically at the two of them.

"Hehe, Junior Brother Su, this time we're going to be your assistant. Please, Abbot, be lenient and don't make things difficult for us."

"Is Senior Brother Shouchang coming down to the mortal realm with me this time?"

"I'm really looking forward to it. I've heard that Jiankang is one of the richest and most prosperous places in the mortal world. I'm hoping to hone my Dao heart in the mortal world. Let all those brothels and pleasure houses come and test me. Let's see if my profound Dao heart is more powerful or these beautiful but shady women are more formidable."

Li Shouchang winked and made faces, causing the senior disciple on the other side to cough a few times.

"Yes, of course. This time, I'm mainly just running errands to send you down, Junior Brother. When we'll meet again depends on the sect's arrangements. In the past few days, our Grandmaster has invited fellow practitioners from the Celestial Masters Sect and the Divine Firmament Sect, and I estimate that some of the people from the Xuandu Palace will also be coming. After all, this involves the ancient underworld, so this matter is no small thing, and we'll probably have to come up with a plan."

Li Shouchang seemed to regret his words at this point: "I should have known better than to send you off in the first place. The Patriarch has given me this job. I should have sent that gatekeeper thief, Jiang Shoucheng, down below; that would have been a good thing..."

A cough sounded from the side.

Su Che gently tugged at Li Shouchang's collar.

The "thief" Jiang Shoucheng was wearing a Taoist robe, holding a whisk in his hand, and looking over here with a smile.

"Senior Brother Shoucheng."

Senior Brother is a kind person, and he bowed to Jiang Shoucheng.

"Oh dear, Ti Xuan, there's no need for such formalities. I heard that Junior Brother Su was going down, so I specially handed over my duties and came to see him off."

As he spoke, he glanced coldly at Li Shouchang beside him.

"After all, some people said they were taking Junior Brother Su to broaden his horizons, but he ended up meeting two demon cubs instead. It's really laughable. I don't know if they were going to hunt the Starry Night Serpent or if they were being fished out by someone else."

Knowing he was in the wrong, Li Shouchang saw Jiang Shoucheng chuckling strangely.

"Look at our Senior Brother Jiang, he's such a kind and gentle man. He even wants to see Junior Brother Su off. After all, we're related. He's really..."

"No, I, a thief, can't accept that title."

Jiang Shouchang shook his head and said, "Let's go. I'm really worried about you taking Junior Brother Su down there."

"I'm worried, I'm worried. We're really not reliable, otherwise they would have definitely sent us to guard the main gate. That's the most important place in the sect, Junior Brother Su, don't you agree?"

Su Che naturally couldn't say anything more.

The two brothers were flirting and teasing each other; after all, they came from the same school, so all I could do was stand by and laugh along.

The group walked directly out of the sect. The senior brother naturally went back to report, while Li Shouchang and Jiang Shoucheng, two experts at the Void Step level, followed Su Che down the path.

The journey back was quick.

Li Shouchang's Cave Abyss Divine Ship broke through the Nine Heavens Divine Barrier directly. This time, he didn't need to listen to Yu Lizi's lecture; its speed was incredibly fast.

Along the way, the three of them looked at the mountains and rivers of Cizhou while listening to Su Che recount his family's cultivation years. The atmosphere was much more harmonious than when they were in the sect.

With Cizhou City looming in sight, Jiang Shoucheng reluctantly took his leave of Li Shouchang.

"Junior Brother Su, please take care on this journey. When you step into the Void Realm, I will be waiting for you at the sect."

"What are you saying? You're guarding the gate for ten years, and you expect Junior Brother Su to reach the outer realms within those ten years? Aren't you just making things difficult for him? Junior Brother Su, I'm not trying to cause trouble, but your character, Senior Brother Jiang..."

"Who said I'd only guard the gate for ten years?"

Jiang Shoucheng said lightly, "Our master just decided that because you're going to be the deputy abbot, I'll be guarding the gate for thirty years, understand?"

Su Che was speechless for a moment, wondering how all of this was calculated.

(End of this chapter)