Immortality and Cultivation: This old man seeks enlightenment through mere survival.

Lu Zaian caught the ring; the spiritual imprint of the remnant soul on it had long since vanished.

If you immerse yourself in it, you can feel an overwhelming sense of vicissitude and decay.

If the internal space of a storage ring is not nourished by the owner's magical power, it will collapse and break down over time.

Beside him, the voice of the remnant soul began to grow weak.

"You cannot cultivate this ice-based technique, but ice and water techniques have similarities, so perhaps you can learn something from it."

In addition, that set of rune arrays is the culmination of half my life's work.

If you're willing to learn, then study it on your own.

If you are unwilling... I hope that when you encounter promising young talents in the future, you will be generous in passing on my knowledge and skills, and carrying on my legacy..."

The Complete Explanation of Talisman Arrays?

Lu Zaian's heart stirred, and he remembered the "True Explanation of Talisman Arrays, Volume 1" that he already possessed, instantly connecting the clues.

Yes, I obtained my first volume from the Blood Spirit Orb.

The Blood Spirit Orb's owner appears to be this senior's disciple, so it's normal that there's a half-scroll rubbing of it.

"To be honest, senior, I have already mastered the first volume of 'True Explanation of Talisman Arrays'."

Currently, he can be considered a low-grade first-tier array master, and he is about to reach the middle-grade level...

Lu Zaian spoke with absolute certainty, but his words stirred a ripple in the remnant soul's expression.

"What?!

I see... No wonder you were able to get here.

Even with the Xuanwen Token, it is still necessary to break through some of the outer formations.

It seems that it's because you've already learned some of the principles of array formation.

"To be able to enter the Dao of Arrays with only Qi Refining stage cultivation, it seems you truly have a destiny with this old man..."

The remnant soul had a complex expression.

Originally, he only regarded Lu Zaian as an ordinary person with whom he had a connection.

In order to fulfill his last wish, the remnant soul made this karmic deal with Lu Zaian.

He also thought of using his legacy to benefit future generations of cultivators, and to accumulate some good karma for himself after his death.

To everyone's surprise, aside from feeling that Lu Zaian was a bit older, the remnant soul was increasingly satisfied with him in every other aspect.

Be polite and know when to advance and retreat.

It has a causal connection with oneself and can inherit one's own array formation mantle.

Moreover, the remnant soul saw not a trace of the weariness of old age in Lu Zaian.

This has nothing to do with physical aging.

Rather, it is a spirit that arises from the heart of a cultivator.

Though old, I am still vigorous and will never change my mind even in my old age.

Even in poverty, one remains steadfast and never abandons one's lofty aspirations.

This shows that Lu Zaian's determination to pursue the Tao is unwavering, and he has never been discouraged despite his advanced age.

Combined with his previous performance, this also shows that Lu Zai'an is naturally cautious.

Caution is good; only in this way can one go further on the path of cultivation...

Even after Lu Zaian and Xiao Yi share their talents, once they break through to the Foundation Establishment stage, lifespan will no longer be an issue...

"Not bad, not bad. The cultivation world is full of deceit and treachery, and the strong prey on the weak."

I initially thought you were mediocre and not old enough, and I was worried you wouldn't go far.

Now it seems that you have your own ideas and a firm belief in the Way.

Moreover, his talent was also transformed by this, making him a late bloomer.

There might actually be a sliver of a chance to reach the Nascent Soul stage.

As for the realms beyond that, it's beyond my ability to speak of...

It's important to know that the cultivation world values ​​more than just talent...

Talented people are as numerous as carp crossing a river; throughout history, how many people have possessed extraordinary talent?

But how many people can truly leap over the dragon gate and steadfastly reach the end?

"For hundreds of thousands of years now, there has been no legend of an ascension to immortality in the entire Mountain and Sea Realm..."

The remnant soul spoke in a serene tone, clearly having abandoned its bystander mentality and now regarding Lu Zaian as its disciple to inherit its mantle.

He then earnestly instructed:

"You must always remember to maintain a sense of awe towards the path of spiritual practice!"

We should not be complacent because of a little achievement.

Looking ahead on the long path of cultivation, you and I... are nothing more than insignificant seekers and climbers...

Back then, I became complacent and arrogant after obtaining a treasure in a secret realm.

Later, he provoked a powerful enemy and was seriously injured before fleeing to this northern airspace.

Later, I tried to forcefully break through to the Nascent Soul realm.

However, due to an internal injury, his efforts were in vain, and he perished...

Even the remnant soul couldn't help but sigh as it spoke.

He imparted his life experiences, insights, lessons learned, and lessons understood to Lu Zaian without reservation.

This is a rare and precious treasure.

It even has significant implications for Lu Zaian's future path, subtly influencing him throughout...

Of course, this is a story.

At this moment, Lu Zaian was naturally able to sense the remnant soul's goodwill and intention to teach.

He bowed again in thanks:

"Thank you for your earnest teachings, senior. I will always keep them in mind."

I wonder who that powerful enemy was that caused the senior to be seriously injured?

"Having received such kindness from you, senior, I will certainly avenge you if I ever encounter that person again when I have the ability!"

Since this senior soul had benefited him without reservation, Lu Zaian was not a heartless person.

The enemy should also be a Core Formation cultivator, or at most a Nascent Soul old monster.

If the cultivation level were higher, the senior couldn't have only been severely injured back then...

Lu Zaian was no fool; he possessed the Longevity Body and only needed to develop it in secret.

If that person reaches the Core Formation stage, I will cultivate to the Nascent Soul stage before going there.

If that person is a Nascent Soul cultivator, then I will cultivate to an even higher level.

If that person were to die from outlasting him, that would be a different story...

Let's go straight to his grave and dance.

Just as Lu Zaian was considering this, he heard the remnant soul give a soft shout.

"You, I just told you to maintain a sense of awe and not to be overly ambitious."

You're only at the Qi Refining stage, yet you're already thinking about enemies several levels higher than you?

...Besides, to be honest, I'm not exactly a good person.

I was blinded by greed back then, and I brought this upon myself. I have no one else to blame...

Even without that serious injury, I might not have been able to break through to the Nascent Soul stage.

So, you don't need to think about avenging me.

The remnant soul lectured Lu Zaian, while also confessing that it was an embarrassing thing he had done in his previous life.

When a person is about to die, their words are often good.

He didn't want Lu Zaian to repeat his mistakes.

"Alright, alright, I've said everything I needed to say, and there's nothing more I can give you."

I hope you will take good care of yourself from now on, climb the great path, and not let our fate together today be in vain…

The remnant soul waved his hand, his tone utterly carefree.

His time is almost up.

The entire illusory remnant soul became transparent, blooming into countless ice-blue fluorescent lights.

Lu Zaian was filled with mixed emotions and bowed deeply one last time.

"Senior, may you rest in peace. May you be reborn and ascend the Great Dao once more!!"

This is the highest respect and blessing for a monk who is about to pass away.

"Reincarnation? Does reincarnation really exist in this world?"

Very well, let this old man go down there and take a clear look!

My life ends today, my soul departs but my body remains…

The remnant soul remained calm, like countless fireflies dispersing and rising into the sky before slowly dissipating.

Lu Zaian suddenly looked up, as if remembering something, and gazed at the sky.

"Senior! I have yet to ask your name, so that I may always remember your kindness!"

Amidst the scattering of countless streaks of light, a lingering echo could be heard.

"Hahaha, after four hundred years of cultivation and a thousand years of lingering life, in the end, all that's left for the world is a name."

And remember this—I, Han Xiangzi, am departing!

The laughter echoed through the space, lingering for a long time...