Dao Qi Wu Zang Guan Guan: I became a Daoist Master in the 1990s

Chapter 14 The Mind Opens!

Once the pain subsided, the will to fight arose again.

Qi Yun's mind was clear and his movements were no longer hindered, gradually entering a mysterious rhythm.

With palms like pushing mountains, feet stepping on the nine palaces, body moving with the breath.

The fifth move, "Vermilion Bird Spreads Its Wings," combines strength and gentleness. The arms are stretched out like wings, and as the chest and abdomen open and close, the heart suddenly sinks and then bounces high into the air!

"My Crimson Hunt Immortal Flame has such effects; it truly lives up to its name as an immortal flame!"

Qi Yun was overjoyed and began to cultivate again and again.

After he typed it seven times in one go.

"boom--!"

A deep yet clear thud suddenly erupted from deep within his left chest!

It was as if a divine being had struck the Kui Pi drum, which had been silent for thousands of years. The sound waves penetrated flesh and blood and echoed faintly in the small guest room!
It was as if a hole had been opened in the heart area.

The mind is opened!

Like a red bird finding its way back to its nest, the Crimson Hunting Fire plunged into the newly opened acupoint!
Inside the ventricle, a spark of pure gold took root and resonated with the heartbeat.

"Crash-!"

The blood in my body immediately started flowing faster.

The scalding blood, carrying abundant warmth, washes over every inch of the meridians, nourishing every bone and muscle.

The large tendons, like the string of a strong bow, throbbed beneath the skin.

Qi Yun stopped his stance and stood still. The breath he exhaled from his mouth and nose actually brought a faint warm breeze, which made the remaining candle flame on the table sway violently.

He slowly raised his hands and looked down.

An invisible force seemed to surge between his palms and fingers, and the outline of his muscles and bones appeared clearer and stronger.

A transformative energy permeated my entire body, and the fatigue from the journey was completely burned away by this newly ignited inner fire, leaving only a feeling of complete comfort.

He slowly closed his five fingers, clenching them into a fist.

The foundation of the Great Way was quietly forged in this humble abode, within the confines of a fist.

According to the Five Organs Boxing Manual, one only needs to open any one of the five internal organs to enter the basics!

"It's done! The mind's secret is complete!" Overjoyed instantly overwhelmed all composure.

What six months? It's just half a day! No, not half a day at all, it's only half an hour at most!
In just half an hour, Qi Yun had mastered the basics!

"call!"

He threw a powerful punch, the blade tearing through the air with a short, clear, sharp sound.

Power! A much stronger sense of power than before surged through my muscles and tendons, making every swing of my arm exhilarating.

He immediately started throwing punches, feeling the power he had gained after his enhancement!
Just as he was full of vigor and his fists were whistling through the air, the dilapidated door creaked open.

Xuanji Zi's gaunt figure appeared at the doorway, the hem of his faded Taoist robe stained with the yellow dust unique to Qingyang City.

He had just stepped one foot across the threshold when his cloudy but sharp old eyes caught sight of Qi Yun wildly throwing punches inside the house.

Qi Yun's movements froze instantly, his fist hanging in mid-air.

He was thinking rapidly. If he told the old Taoist priest now that he had already entered the path, it would be too shocking. If he exposed the secret of the Crimson Hunting Fire, it would be bad!

Xuanjizi paused slightly, his gaze lingering on Qi Yun for a moment.

He knew Qi Yun was practicing the Five Internal Organs Fist, but seeing his haphazard punches reminded him of his own past, which was exactly the same. He couldn't help but smile, but still didn't ask any questions.

He walked straight to the table and placed a package of oiled paper on it. "Pack your things and come with me."

Qi Yun felt much more relaxed when he saw that the other party didn't ask any questions. To be honest, he didn't really want to lie to the old Taoist!
Upon hearing this, he hurriedly asked, "Where are you going?"

"Catch the ghost!"

"Is it to exorcise ghosts for the Zhang family, the wealthy Zhang Dashan?"

"Hmm." Xuanjizi responded, opened the oil paper package, inside were several coarse grain buns, "Those who cultivate the Dao, before attaining immortality, are ultimately mortals."

My stomach is empty and my legs are weak.

He had only a few copper coins left in his purse, and was about to starve.

The Zhang family's act of offering a reward is not only a means of livelihood but also a good deed, accumulating some small merit.

He broke open a steamed bun; it was dry, hard, and crumbled.

"Disciple understands!" Qi Yun nodded immediately, the slight elation he felt due to the Immortal Fire Fist Technique instantly dissipating.

Yes, no matter how mysterious the celestial fire or how profound the martial arts technique, it can't buy a hot steamed bun right now.

The everyday life, the mundane details of daily life, are what truly matter at this moment.

He grabbed a steamed bun, took a big bite, the texture rough and scratchy, but it felt satisfying.

The master and apprentice hastily ate their fill and then left the dilapidated "Yuelai" shop.

As the sun began to set, it cast long shadows of the houses scattered throughout Qingyang City, and the narrow streets and alleys were filled with cooking smoke, dust, and the faint smell of livestock manure.

Xuanjizi walked slowly, leading Qiyun away from the bustling crowds of the main street. After several twists and turns, the area became increasingly desolate, with the buildings on both sides becoming more and more dilapidated, and the pedestrians all turning pale.

Qi Yun sensed something was wrong. How could a wealthy man like him live in such a place?

"Master, are we heading in the direction of Master Zhang's house? Have we gone the wrong way? Should I go and ask for directions?"

"That's right, but not the Zhang family's!"

"Huh?" Qi Yun was completely dumbfounded, standing there in a daze, his mind a complete mess from this sudden change of command.

If we don't go to the Zhang family, where else can we go?
(End of this chapter)