Crossing the Cultivation Realm: Two Souls Coexist

Mr. Zhang's words made everyone present silent, and the atmosphere suddenly became tense.

Hu Qing's heart was finally at ease. It turned out that Mr. Zhang was still concerned about this matter.

Gu Yang picked up the teacup in front of him and took a sip. He felt hot all over and his back was soaked.

Elder Zhang continued, "During the last mission, you said he was your senior brother, but I sent someone to check the archives and found that his token was activated only one day later than yours."

Elder Zhang picked up the teapot and poured himself another cup of tea. This time he looked at Elder Han beside him.

"Han Ce, according to seniority, you have to call me Uncle Master. This is your Dameng Peak's business. I hope you can give me a reasonable explanation!"

Elder Han shook the teacup in his hand twice, sighed, and said:

"Then you really have to call Uncle Zhang. This is my decision. You know the current situation at Mengfeng. We are already in a period of transition.

He is the only new disciple in recent years. I see hope for the revitalization of Dameng Peak in him, and he will not pose any other threat to the sect."

Elder Han drank the tea in the cup in one gulp, and a bitter taste rose in his throat. Then he looked at Gu Yang, who looked terrified, and said:

"If something really happens in the future, I will be the first to step forward and clean up the mess. I won't bother you, uncles, with that."

Gu Yang and Hu Qing were both a little angry when they saw Elder Han's humble appearance. Gu Yang was about to stand up and take responsibility.

A blue light flashed, and the phantom behind him turned into a ball of spiritual energy that trapped Gu Yang's limbs and sealed his mouth and tongue tightly.

Old Zhang didn't say anything when he saw this scene. He knew very well the plight of Dameng Peak.

He had been sleeping in the sect's main hall for these years, and this was the first time he saw the new students of Dameng Peak.

Therefore, if there is a problem, we must come and check it out. Otherwise, if the sect is really in danger, we can also understand some of the situation.

Zhang Lao looked at the amber tea rippling in the cup, drank it all in one gulp, stood up, and said:

"Since Elder Han has his own plans, I won't bother him any further. This is your responsibility at Dameng Peak.

But let me be frank. Even if you were recommended by Senior Zheng Su, I have to tell you that if you do anything that harms the sect, I will be the first one to not forgive you, even if Senior Zheng Su comes personally."

Elder Han also stood up and prepared to give the lesson. Gu Yang's mouth was sealed and he could only cry out.

Zhang Lao looked at Gu Yang's token, and spiritual power emerged from his fingers. He went into it, modified some data, and said:

"Since you are the hope of Dameng Peak, you may use this Spirit Gathering Array freely without any restrictions, but the cost will be tripled.

I'm also looking forward to your performance in the freshman competition. I hope you won't disappoint me too much."

After Mr. Zhang finished speaking, he walked out of the house without looking back, and Elder Han stood up to see him off.

Old Zhang's figure gradually disappeared outside the courtyard gate, and his steps seemed a little heavy.

Elder Han stood in the courtyard and watched him leave until he disappeared from sight.

The plum tree in the yard swayed in the cold wind, its petals had withered and lost their former vitality.

Elder Han looked back and sighed, and that sigh seemed to contain endless worry and helplessness.

He walked into the house and touched the restriction on Gu Yang's body with his fingers. The phantom withdrew from his body and stood beside him with a respectful look on his face.

Elder Han looked around, formed seals with his hands, and an illusory spiritual power swept through, setting up a soundproof formation around him.

Gu Yang supported himself on the ground with his hands, breathing heavily, beads of sweat dripping from his forehead.

Hu Qing flew out of his Dantian, his heart filled with mixed emotions. He looked at Elder Han with a complicated expression and whispered:

"You don't have to do such a humble thing for us. At worst, we can confess voluntarily. Mr. Zhang can't kill us."

Gu Yang sat up and nodded. He felt uncomfortable looking at Elder Han's humble appearance.

Elder Han smiled bitterly and said, "Who knew Old Zhang would be so angry? If you really confess, he might dissect you and study your body structure for the sake of the sect's safety."

After hearing this, Gu Yang and Hu Qing fell silent. After all, it all came down to strength. As long as the strength was strong enough, there was nothing more to say.

Elder Han's mood quickly improved. He looked at Gu Yang and said:

"Take out your golden elixir and let me see. Has the inner demon been completely eliminated this time?"

Upon hearing this, Hu Qing summoned the golden elixir from his dantian and held it in his hand. It was still slightly warm.

"Elder, look, but I don't know what the pattern on it means. As for the inner demon, I don't seem to have too many obsessions. Only things that have scared me appear."

Gu Yang also curiously leaned over to take a look. He had never seen Ah Qing's golden elixir before.

Elder Han's gaze was fixed on the golden elixir in Hu Qing's hand. His weathered eyes were now filled with an incredible light.

He had no interest in the second half of Hu Qing's sentence, and stared at the eight-patterned golden elixir with a fiery expression.

The golden elixir slowly rotated in Hu Qing's palm, emitting a faint golden glow. The eight lines on it were clearly visible, swimming on the surface of the golden elixir like a living thing.

There was not much expression on Hu Qing's face. He just stood there quietly, letting Elder Han's gaze linger on his golden elixir.

Elder Han took a deep breath and tried to make his voice sound calm, but the slightly trembling ending still betrayed his excitement.

"Hu Qing, you...is this really the Eight-Patterned Golden Pill?"

Hu Qing nodded, his voice calm: "Yes, Elder Han."

A huge wave of emotion surged in Elder Han's heart. He looked at Hu Qing as if he was looking at a rare treasure.

Countless thoughts flashed through his mind. The young man in front of him would be the future of Daming Peak. No, he would be the future of the entire Tianyi Sect!

"Elder, what do these patterns represent? They look quite intimidating." Gu Yang asked curiously.

"In the world of immortal cultivation, after breaking through to the Jindan stage, a golden elixir will grow in the dantian. However, the golden elixir at this time is fragile and will absorb some of the substances it needs from the human body.

Then lines will appear on it. The lines represent a person's talent and potential. The more lines there are, the higher the talent, and the easier it is to break through to the Nascent Soul stage.

In the entire Tianyi Sect, oh no, in the entire world of immortal cultivation, most people only have four or five lines. Having six is considered a rare genius, and having seven is rare in the Tianyi Sect."

After saying this, the light in Elder Han's eyes grew even brighter, causing Hu Qing and the others to feel a pang of pain.

"As for the Eight-Patterned Golden Core, there's only one person in the entire Tianyi Sect who possesses it, and that's our Sect Master! Of course, there may be some talented disciples who are being hidden by other elders.

But on the surface, as long as it is an Eight-Patterned Golden Core, after it grows up, it will all be top-notch combat power, and it is the key to breaking through the Nascent Soul stage and even higher realms."

Hu Qing was stunned when he heard this. Is this thing really that powerful? It doesn't seem to give him much of a boost.

Gu Yangze was also looking at Hu Qing eagerly. He was indeed Ah Qing, a genius!

Elder Han was so excited that he stroked his beard over and over again without any impatience.

After Hu Qing told him his doubts, he also became serious and talked about some matters in the Jindan stage:

"Once you become familiar with the patterns of the golden elixir, you will naturally discover a unique skill within it. The higher the pattern, the stronger the skill.

But don’t rush to get familiar with it now, but think about the future.”

"future?"

Hu Qing was a little puzzled. Shouldn't he break through to the late Jindan stage first?

"Yes, do you know the concept and difference between a true Yuanying and a false Yuanying?"

Gu Yang shook his head. These concepts were so unfamiliar to him. It was really strange that there were real and fake Nascent Souls!

Hu Qing nodded, then shook his head: "I've heard of it, but I don't know the corresponding concept."

Fang Ming mentioned it once, Senior Xiao Qian mentioned it, and Senior Zheng Su also mentioned it, but they never told him what a true or false Nascent Soul was.

Unexpectedly, the problem that has been bothering me for a long time was solved here.

"Then do you know the difference between the Nascent Soul stage and the Core Formation stage?" asked Elder Han.

"I know this. A Nascent Soul will appear in the body during the Nascent Soul stage, but not during the Core Formation stage." Gu Yang answered quickly. This question was too simple.

"Yes, that's right. This is the most fundamental difference. Do you know how the Nascent Soul came about?"

Gu Yang was lost in thought. Hu Qing had thought of the answer. After waiting for Gu Yang for a while, seeing that he did not respond, he said:

"It evolved from a golden elixir, right?"

“Yes, it is evolved from the Golden Core, and here the true and false Nascent Souls can be distinguished.

The true Yuanying is a breakthrough method passed down from ancient times. It is difficult to practice and one must constantly use spiritual power to nourish the golden elixir, gradually nurturing it to develop limbs until it becomes a true Yuanying.

As for the pseudo Nascent Soul, it is a shortcut cultivated by modern cultivators. They use spiritual power to strike the Golden Elixir until it breaks into pieces, and a Nascent Soul will naturally be generated in the body.

The strength of a fake Nascent Soul is probably only 60% of that of a true Nascent Soul, but it has the advantage of being quick to cultivate. If there are no special circumstances, I suggest you cultivate the true Nascent Soul, which will also be helpful to you later."

Elder Han finished speaking in one breath and was already thirsty. He just picked up the teacup, but it was already empty. Gu Yang diligently filled it for him.

"So that's how it is, Master Han, I understand, thank you!" Hu Qing finally understood the difference after hearing this. No wonder Fang Ming was so arrogant.

With 40% less combat power, it's not easy to fight against the fake Yuanying?

Seeing that Hu Qing had chosen a method of cultivation, Elder Han explained to him some basic precautions and methods of cultivation, which benefited both of them greatly.

Hu Qing gained new knowledge and ran to the side with joy to start nurturing the eight-patterned golden elixir. His spiritual power passed through the patterns on it, bringing a tingling sensation.

Gu Yang looked at Elder Han eagerly, wanting to gain some knowledge from him.

"Why are you looking at me? You had a lot of questions to ask me before, so tell me now." Elder Han said calmly.

Seeing this, Gu Yang took out the box of scrap metal from the storage ring and placed it on the coffee table.

Elder Han looked at the fragments inside curiously. It looked like a broken weapon.