This humble Taoist priest, Qianhe, begins his quest for immortality by slaying demons and monsters.

Chapter 14 The Supreme Purity Dragon Elephant Technique, Re-entering the Sutra Repository

Reaching the third level of Qi Refining is a threshold.

For most Maoshan disciples, reaching the third level of Qi Refining is enough to leave the mountain and go to various places to guard a region.

but……

For disciples like Zhong Bai, who are personally taught by various halls and pavilions, they need to reach the sixth level of Qi Refining before they can go down the mountain to establish their own dojo.

Therefore, both the third and sixth levels of Qi Refining can have the opportunity to enter the Scripture Pavilion to select a method.

However, for direct disciples, there is a lack of enthusiasm and a tendency to try to do too much at once. Most direct disciples only cultivate one supernatural power before reaching the Foundation Establishment stage.

A very small number will choose auxiliary supernatural powers, such as the Wooden Stake Technique that complements the Lightning Strike Fist.

Frequent use of Thunder will damage the body's vitality, while the Wooden Stake Great Law can restore vitality.

However, Zhong Bai's Divine Firmament Five Thunder Technique did not have these problems.

Therefore, even Master Qian Yuan was unsure whether Zhong Bai needed to choose a new supernatural technique.

Upon hearing that he actually had the opportunity to learn new supernatural powers, Zhong Bai's eyes lit up with a smile.

That joy was undisguised.

"Master, your disciple needs it!"

With just one sentence, Zhong Bai made his attitude clear.

Master Qian Yuan did not refute this, but remained very calm and composed.

“Disciple, your Divine Firmament Five Thunder Technique is now more than enough for killing. The only supernatural abilities you lack are for defense and daily travel.”

The defensive supernatural power my master cultivated was the Golden Light Divine Mantra, one of the eight great mantras of Taoism.

The master who cultivated the "Traveling Divine Power" technique was a fragment of the "Shrinking the Earth to an Inch" technique, a great supernatural power.

If you find these things acceptable, I can teach them to you!

Of course, my disciple, you may also go to the Sutra Repository and choose carefully.”

It can be said that Master Qian Yuan really held nothing back, revealing almost everything about himself.

Upon hearing the Golden Light Mantra and the incomplete Shrinking Earth technique, it would be a lie to say that Zhong Bai didn't yearn for it.

But... now that he has the demon-slaying panel, Zhong Bai thinks he might be able to try something more difficult.

"I understand Master's meaning, but I would like to choose a cultivation technique from the Scripture Pavilion that can cultivate the physical body..."

? ? ? ?
Upon hearing Zhong Bai's words, Master Qian Yuan was immediately puzzled.

After thinking for a moment, he still spoke up: "If you only want to improve your physical body, you don't need to choose any other cultivation methods."

My disciple, I know that I haven't paid any attention to you since you achieved minor success in the Shangqing Body Tempering Technique.

Actually, there's one point to note: the Shangqing Body Tempering Technique is merely the foundational part of the Shangqing Dragon Elephant Technique.

Speaking of the Shangqing Dragon Elephant Technique, it was a renowned physical cultivation method a thousand years ago!

Once upon a time, there was a patriarch who achieved the Nascent Soul realm through the Shangqing Dragon Elephant Technique. He could break through all laws with his power and, in the state of "Law of Heaven and Earth," he dominated the world.

Of course, such a miracle is impossible now, but it's more than enough to strengthen the physical body.

Upon hearing this, Zhong Bai was also somewhat dazed. Since achieving minor success in the Shangqing Body Tempering Technique, he had not continued to cultivate it, but instead devoted all his attention to the Shenxiao Five Thunder Technique.

The reason is simple: he didn't have a demon-slaying panel back then, so where would he find the time to cultivate a body-tempering technique that he didn't know when he would be able to obtain?
Now, reminded by his master, Zhong Bai's already aroused expression became even more fervent.

"Master, then this disciple will enter the Sutra Repository to select the Shangqing Dragon Elephant Technique!"

Upon hearing this, Master Qian Yuan couldn't resist smacking Zhong Bai on the head.

Somewhat annoyed, he said, "Are you out of your mind? You haven't even mastered the Shangqing Body Tempering Technique yet, and you're already thinking about getting the Shangqing Dragon Elephant Technique?"
That's a waste!

I'm saying all this so that you won't rush to choose a physical cultivation method. First, practice the Shangqing Body Tempering Technique. The important thing now is to choose a travel-enhancing technique!
Do you really think you can learn my skill of shrinking the distance to an inch right now?
Hehe, I'm not afraid you'll laugh at me. I've had this Shrinking Earth to an Inch technique for decades.

To this day, I have only learned the basics; a single step covering tens of meters is my limit.

You'd better choose an easier way to travel first!

amount……

It was quite awkward. Zhong Bai lowered his head, his face slightly flushed, while Liu Gang, who was watching the show from the side, was all smiles. He had to admit, the master and disciple were both exceptional; well, what a juicy duo. "However, Zhong Bai, remember, don't let small things cause you to lose sight of the bigger picture. The Divine Firmament Five Thunder Technique is the most important thing for you."

"Yes, I understand this principle and will not lose sight of the bigger picture because of it."

"That's good. Go to the Scripture Pavilion and choose a travel-enhancing technique. I won't go with you this time."

"Yes, Master, this disciple takes his leave!"

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Outside the Sutra Repository.

When Zhong Bai arrived at the Sutra Repository, the doors opened automatically, and without thinking, Zhong Bai stepped inside.

"Disciple Zhong Bai pays respects to Grandmaster Ming!"

May my grandmaster uncle enjoy boundless blessings and peace!

Zhong Bai inquired about etiquette, and amidst the boundless ancient texts, Ming Wanqian's smile did not reach his eyes. Looking at the fluctuations in the aura emanating from Zhong Bai, he could not help but nod repeatedly.

"Good lad, it hasn't been long and you've already reached the third level of Qi Refining. I don't know if it's because you're exceptionally talented or if this Divine Firmament Five Thunder Technique is destined for you."

However, although some people have practiced the Divine Firmament Five Thunder Technique in the past, their speed was faster, but it was not as fast as this.

It's really unpredictable...

As Ming Wanqian walked out, Zhong Bai, somewhat nervous, also glanced sideways and raised an eyebrow.

There was no way around it; his cultivation speed was indeed a bit too fast, and it was impossible to hide it from his grandmaster uncle right under his nose.

"Grandmaster Uncle, I am so grateful for your blessing. Grandmaster Uncle, you don't know, but ever since I met you, I have been extra motivated to cultivate!"

All Zhong Bai can do now is try to distract himself.

"That's why, whenever there's an opportunity to choose a magic technique or supernatural ability, I come to the Scripture Pavilion to visit my grandmaster uncle."

"Pah, you little rascal, don't try that on me."

Clearly, Ming Wanqian wasn't buying it. He wasn't some three-year-old child; did Zhong Bai really think he could fool him with just a few words?
However, Ming Wanqian did not choose to delve further. Everyone has their own secrets, and as long as Zhong Bai did not accelerate his cultivation by violating the sect rules, Ming Wanqian would not bother with him.

"Alright, your master has already conveyed to me the purpose of your visit to the Scripture Pavilion: to select a supernatural power for your journey."

Hmm... Qian Yuan's "shrinking the earth to an inch" technique is indeed not suitable for you now.

However… this old Taoist knows of a travel-enhancing technique that would suit you!

After saying this, Ming Wanqian lowered his eyes and remained silent.

Zhong Bai, who was waiting to hear what kind of supernatural power it was, was suddenly stunned.

"Master-uncle?"

…………

"Master-uncle?"

He called out several times, but his own grandmaster uncle in front of him did not move at all, looking exactly like an old tree sculpture.

"Alas! Since my grandmaster knows which travel-enhancing techniques are suitable for me, yet he pretends not to hear and toys with me like this, I am heartbroken..."

After saying that, Zhong Bai squatted down in the corner, his eyes becoming vacant.

The old man and the young boy put on a dramatic showdown, neither giving an inch, until Ming Wanqian let out a cry of pain.

"Cough cough, I'm really getting old. My back hurts terribly, it's affecting my nerves, and I can't hear anything anymore. What were you trying to say, kid?"

No, why do you look so wronged? It's just a supernatural power.

There are plenty of travel-time abilities, but the only one suitable for you is…

Huh? Just as Zhong Bai was about to listen carefully, he felt a sharp pain in his ear.

"Ouch, Grandmaster Uncle, be gentle, be gentle!"

"Hmph, kid, you're the first one to play around with an old Taoist like this!"

(End of this chapter)