The Legend of the Netherworld

Under the big locust tree at the entrance of the village, the warm sunlight shines through the leaves, casting mottled shadows.

Under the tree, there were children from the village sitting, ranging in age from five to fifteen, with curiosity and yearning in their eyes.

The Feng Shui Academy's recruiting envoy stood beside the tree, smiling as he explained the cultivation methods of this world.

Lin Xiao and Lin Jiao just arrived here and saw that the crowd was already packed, so they sat on the ground at the outermost edge.

He looked around and found many familiar faces - these were children who grew up together in the village.

Despite this, his feelings at the moment were far more complicated than those of the children. He knew that this seemingly ordinary lecture might determine his future destiny.

The recruiting envoy was a tall, thin, middle-aged man wearing a gray robe from the Feng Shui Academy, with a bright gaze.

He spoke slowly, his voice not loud, but full of majesty and power, penetrating everyone's ears.

"Today, you are fortunate to learn about the cultivation methods of this world. This will be the first step in your journey of spiritual practice." The messenger looked around at the crowd, his gaze deep. "You may have heard that the most powerful beings in this world are six supreme beings. In the entire human world of cultivation, they are the highest mountains and the longest rivers."

The children fell silent and stared at the messenger intently, afraid of missing a word.

"These six mighty beings are the Dinghai God, Venerable Haoyue, Taoist Xuanqing, Queen Mother of the West, and Lady of the Nine Heavens, as well as the Jiaxu God, Holy Emperor Haotian, and Taoist Shenming. Five hundred years ago, their figures vanished from the world, leaving behind only legends and myths.

Everyone thought they had long since passed away, but just six years ago, they suddenly appeared in the world, having both broken through to the pinnacle of cultivation, becoming the Dinghai God and the Jiaxu God.

Lin Xiao's eyes instantly turned cold, and he clenched his fists. He was incredibly familiar with those names—these were the six powerful beings who had destroyed his family and the Xianyun Sect. He had etched these names into his heart since childhood, vowing revenge.

Now when I hear these names again, it feels like my heart is being hit by a heavy hammer, and my heartbeat is getting faster and faster.

The messenger continued, “If you have the opportunity to practice in the future, you may also embark on their path, but that is in the distant future.

Today, I will introduce to you the basic rules of spiritual practice and how to embark on the path of spiritual practice from an ordinary person."

He paused, as if guiding everyone's thoughts: "Cultivation is divided into two types - Qi cultivation and body cultivation. Your choice of one in the future will determine the direction of your cultivation.

Qi practitioners cultivate internal skills and mental methods to generate Qi, thereby mastering various mysterious techniques. The power of Qi can be transformed into various attributes such as fire and ice, and can also be used to deploy formations or form defensive shields to resist enemy attacks.

The children around were stunned and filled with longing. In their eyes, the powerful power of Qi cultivation was extremely mysterious and fascinating.

"As for physical cultivation," the messenger continued, "it's another direction. Physical cultivators train their bodies to become invulnerable to weapons and become agile, primarily focusing on close combat. Physical cultivation emphasizes physical strength, relying on martial arts techniques and cultivation methods to elevate one's realm."

Lin Xiao listened to the messenger's explanation and began to think seriously. He already knew the cultivation system of this world, but he still needed to determine which path was most suitable for him.

Qi cultivators and body cultivators have their own strengths. The former are good at long-range attacks and spell control, while the latter have powerful melee strength. In addition, the secret techniques and martial arts they master are also divided into high, medium and low grades.

"Whether it's Qi cultivation or body cultivation," the messenger continued, "there are six major realms. Qi cultivators call them the Six Dings, which are Ding Chou, Ding Mao, Ding Si, Ding Wei, Ding You, and Ding Hai.

Those who cultivate the physical body call it the Six Jias, which are Jiazi, Jiayin, Jiachen, Jiawu, Jiashen, and Jiaxu. Each realm has nine minor realms, from one to nine. Only after overcoming the tribulation can one break through to the next major realm.

The messenger's words were like a door, opening the door to a new world for Lin Xiao and all the children present.

They began to understand that cultivation is not something that can be achieved overnight, but is a long and arduous process that requires countless upgrades and tribulations before reaching a higher level.

"Qi cultivators improve their realm by absorbing immortal jade and herbs, practicing meditation, and even fighting," the messenger explained in detail. "Tie cultivators, on the other hand, need to practice techniques, cultivate martial arts, and even increase their strength through combat. Furthermore, consuming elixirs and comprehending the laws of nature can also help improve their cultivation."

Lin Jiao's eyes lit up as she listened. She took Lin Xiao's hand and whispered excitedly, "Brother Lin Xiao, which kind of cultivation do you think we should choose? Qi cultivation sounds amazing, but body cultivation feels so cool!"

Lin Xiao didn't answer in his heart. The scene of the destruction of Xianyun Sect and the figures of the six powerful people kept appearing in his mind.

He knew that no matter whether it was Qi cultivation or body cultivation, the ultimate goal was only one - to become stronger, strong enough to take revenge.

The messenger's voice continued, "Perhaps some of you will become Qi cultivators, mastering the power of heaven and earth; or perhaps some will become body cultivators, tempering their bodies and becoming powerful warriors. But no matter which path you choose, only a very few will be able to reach the final peak and become Ding Hai God or Jia Xu God."

The messenger's eyes swept across each child's face, finally stopping on Lin Xiao's face.

Lin Xiao's eyes were deep, as if he was pondering the future. He didn't show any abnormality, but he had already made a decision in his heart.

"The road ahead is still long." Lin Xiao said to himself silently.