sinovels Chapter 78 Heavenly Escape Sword Technique
Chapter 78 Heavenly Escape Sword Technique
Chapter 78 Heavenly Escape Sword Technique (Bonus Chapter, Please Subscribe)
"I see—there is actually a 'Foundation Pill Formula' similar to the Foundation Establishment Pill Formula for cultivators of the Qi Cultivation Dao who build their Dao foundation?"
"With this imperial edict, even if we gain nothing else from this trip to the blessed land, it will be enough."
Fang Qing silently studied the alchemical text and gained much insight.
"The most orthodox cultivation method for practitioners of the Qi-cultivation path is actually enlightenment and the foundation of the Dao"—through comprehending the Great Dao, one refines their own Dao foundation with their own cultivation, generating the most suitable Dao foundation for themselves—this is an ancient cultivation method, long since abandoned.
"I want to comprehend the Dao and build a foundation for it, but that's basically impossible—or rather, it was wrong from the start. But the ancient methods of cultivation aren't good either; they're difficult to learn and slow to improve—and have gradually been replaced by modern methods."
"So, it seems the 'Great Sun True Explanation' in my hand might be an ancient method? No wonder it's no longer possible to cultivate—"
"Besides that, there's the method of cultivating to the ninth level of Qi Refining, which involves using external objects to establish a foundation for one's Dao! This requires several specific spiritual objects; not just any kind will do—"
For example, Fang Qing still has a large amount of [Zhenshui] spiritual materials, many of which were taken from second-tier demonic beasts.
In ancient Shu, it would definitely be a Dao Foundation Spiritual Object of the Zhenshui, but could it enable a Qi Condensation Ninth Level cultivator of the Zhenshui to forge a Dao Foundation?
Obviously not!
Fang Qing had also tried to find the Dao Foundation Spiritual Object of [Ji Shui] on Jade Island, but this also required a kind of compatibility, a perfect match in terms of imagery and mystery.
For example, the foundation of his Dao cultivation in "Viewing the Black Tomb Book" is "Long-lasting Sweet Rain," and the spiritual objects that can assist in breakthroughs are "Sweet Yuan Spring Water," "Earth-Emerging Yuan Water," and "Heavenly Wind Spiritual Spring."
But even second-tier Ice Soul Water, or even third-tier Ice Soul Water, won't work.
The judgment required here is one's own expertise.
Fang Qing had only vaguely grasped the essence of the elixir before, but after reading this book today, he finally understood its key points.
"The last type is the Dao Foundation Pill," which uses the Dao Foundation of a Dao Foundation Great Demon as its main ingredient—somewhat similar to the second-tier demon core in the Qi Refining Dao, but since second-tier demon beasts here don't possess the profound Dao Foundation, its effects are much weaker.
"But this foundational core has multiple evolutions, the most bloody of which is the Human Core method"—the one with the highest success rate is the one that extracts the immortal foundation of a cultivator with the same Dao foundation to refine the core—for example, if I cultivate the "Ji Shui" Jiu Gan Lin Dao foundation, and can capture a cultivator with the "Ji Shui" Dao foundation, extract their immortal foundation to refine the core, and consume it, my probability of breaking through to the Dao foundation is almost 99%!"
"However, for cultivators who cultivate other foundational Dao methods related to the [Ji Shui] Dao, the effect will only be about 40% to 50%!"
"If we switch to a cultivator at the ninth level of Qi cultivation using the [Ji Shui] method, even if they absorb all of their mana using the Human Pill method, they would only have about 20-30% left—well, that's equivalent to a Foundation Establishment Pill. No wonder the Human Pill method was so popular in ancient Shu."
"However, the main ingredient of a genuine Dao Foundation Pill is still the immortal foundation of a Dao Foundation demon—its effect is slightly weaker than that of a Dao Foundation cultivator, but if you can find one that is compatible with your own Dao Foundation, then you've hit the jackpot—"
Fang Qing pondered silently; this "Notes on the Origin of Divination" had given him great inspiration in alchemy.
If one can gain more insight, perhaps refining the Foundation Establishment Pill in hand into a Dao Foundation Pill will increase the chances of success.
"At most, the effect will be slightly worse—but we can make more."
"I even have some ideas on how to transform the [Zhen Water] Great Elixir into the [Ji Water] Great Elixir—"
"This was a good deal!"
Fang Qing let out a long sigh and then turned his attention to Murong Jiu.
That blessed land of misty waves was truly vast. He studied the alchemical text for three days, but Murong Jiu still hadn't reached the core of the blessed land.
Of course, even if he reached the core of the blessed land, Murong Jiu would definitely not dare to go in. At most, he would linger on the periphery and try his luck.
a few days later.
Murong Jiu gazed at the sword blade that suddenly rose straight up into the sky, and took a deep breath: "We've arrived at the core of the blessed land—"
Aside from his initial gains, he had been engaged in numerous battles over the past few days, killing countless skilled fighters, but had only managed to find some metal ores.
Left with no other choice, I had to come to the heart of this blessed land of misty waves.
At the foot of the mountain, there is also an inscription.
"Hidden Sword Peak—Anyone who comes here may climb the mountain. After reaching a certain number of steps, they will be teleported to the true treasure trove, where they can obtain treasures, Dao techniques, or even the legacy of Master Yanbo?"
Inside the Xuanbi Cave, Fang Qing gazed at the inscription: "This Master Yanbo, is he really such a kind person? He even gave us a gift upon arrival?"
"Never mind, let Murong Jiu give it a try. It's not like I'm going myself—"
Following his instructions, Murong Jiu immediately stepped onto the steps of Cangjianfeng.
Boom!
Murong Jiu's expression changed, showing a hint of pain.
He managed to look up and saw the scattered cultivators on it, as well as the various Dao Foundation cultivators on the mountainside.
Even at the top of the mountain, a person was vaguely sitting cross-legged, none other than Tian Jinchen, the son of the Tian family!
"The successor is truly blessed; was he sent to the summit the moment he entered this blessed land?"
Murong Jiu thought to himself, then stepped forward.
After stepping onto the second step, the pressure from all sides increased.
Splash!
Suddenly, Murong Jiu dodged aside, making way for a rogue cultivator who was rolling down the mountain.
"Fighting should be prohibited here, otherwise it will provoke a counterattack from sword energy—"
"I wonder how many levels I'll have to climb to get that reward—"
Murong Jiu looked towards the mountainside and saw a Dao Foundation cultivator unable to withstand the pressure and tumbling down the steps.
Fang Qing actually recognized this person; it was Pi Xiuyuan!
Pi Xiuyuan cried out in surprise, but instead of tumbling down the mountain, his figure vanished in an instant.
"Is there always a reward for the location halfway up the mountain?"
Fang Qing glanced at the mountainside, then looked at Murong Jiu, and shook his head.
Although this person was able to cultivate to the ninth level of Qi Condensation among rogue cultivators, his aptitude and comprehension were not bad, but that was all.
Compared to those Dao Foundation cultivators, they are lacking in both aptitude and destiny.
Sure enough, after climbing dozens of levels, Murong Jiu gradually became exhausted.
He gritted his teeth and climbed another step.
suddenly!
A tremendous force surged forth, and Murong Jiu could no longer hold on, tumbling down the steps.
But inexplicably, his figure flashed and disappeared in mid-air.
"Oh? There's even a consolation prize?"
Fang Qing chuckled, knowing that Murong Jiu had probably reached the edge of the reward, or perhaps the requirements for Qi Condensation cultivators were different from those for Foundation Establishment cultivators.
He took over Murong Jiu's perspective and found himself standing in front of an ancient temple.
The entire hall was golden, and golden-armored soldiers stood in two rows around it, giving it a solemn and majestic appearance.
"Jin Yuandian?"
Fang Qing gazed at the plaque and slowly read out the name of the hall.
Before his eyes, the golden palace suddenly opened, revealing its boundless treasures.
In a flash, he spotted several [Ji Shui] spiritual items!
Metal generates water? This blessed land of metal does indeed have quite a few spiritual creatures associated with water.
But according to the ancient Shu tradition, shouldn't it be metal overcoming water? Mutual generation and mutual restraint?
Fang Qing's heart stirred, and a resounding voice rang in his ears: "Fifty steps above Hidden Sword Peak—a cultivation manual will be bestowed upon you!"
"Wait—could we change it to the [Ji Shui] spirit item?"
Murong Jiu spoke, but it was to no avail.
A golden light flashed and landed on Murong Jiu's brow.
Fang Qing read it and found that it was indeed a cultivation technique called "Lou Jin", named "Jin Yuan Ti". The foundation of cultivation is the Golden Thread Robe, and the highest level that can be cultivated is the late stage of the Foundation Establishment.
"Damn it—I have too many cultivation techniques, but now I need the [Ji Water] spiritual item! The divination clearly indicates great fortune—"
"Could it be—not Murong Jiu, but Xu Hei?"
Fang Qing made a few complaints, but then realized something was wrong.
"Huh? Why haven't they sent Murong Jiu out yet? Could it be that the restriction has broken?"
Splash!
Suddenly, something happened that horrified Murong Jiu.
The golden pillars surrounding the Golden Yuan Hall collapsed with a deafening roar, and the plaza cracked open, as if a giant beast had opened its jaws to devour all the golden-armored warriors.
The main hall was leaning precariously, its doors wide open, seemingly on the verge of collapse at any moment.
Splash—
An endless stream of precious light then emerged, containing artifacts, cultivation techniques, and even—flying swords!
"This...this place must be under attack from the outside!"
"It must be the Purple Palace (a specific feng shui location), they're going to take everything away—wait! Fortune favors the bold! Haha, an auspicious divination, here it comes!"
Fang Qing was overjoyed and immediately manipulated Murong Jiu to step forward. Several large, black hands flew out and frantically scooped up the various colors of light.
Whoosh!
A gleaming flying sword landed quietly in Murong Jiu's palm. It possessed extraordinary spirituality, like a living fish, still struggling.
Murong Jiu cast a spell to suppress the flying sword and also caught a wisp of golden light.
This ray of golden light fell directly into his brow.
Rumble!
Ten times more cultivation techniques and incantations than before suddenly appeared in Murong Jiu's sea of consciousness. It was a Purple Mansion Dao Technique called "Heavenly Escape Sword Technique" and "Chapter on the Foundation of Dao Cultivation"! More importantly, it contained chapters from the foundation of Dao cultivation to the Purple Mansion!
"I've struck gold! With this and a flying sword, I'm a sword cultivator now!"
Fang Qing was overjoyed, but he did not forget the purpose of his trip. Seizing the opportunity, he reached out and grabbed a bowl.
Inside the alms bowl, there was a pool of spiritual water, which murmured softly in the breeze.
"There's no mistake, it's the Heavenly Wind Spirit Spring!"
Just then, the Golden Yuan Palace let out a mournful cry and collapsed with a crash, revealing one of the array bases.
At the center of the array base, there was another object.
It looks unremarkable, like just an ordinary clod of earth by the roadside, or perhaps part of a clay figurine.
"What is this?!"
Fang Qing was unconsciously drawn to the scene and manipulated Murong Jiu to step forward.
Hidden Sword Peak.
A sharp glint flashed in Tian Jinchen's eyes: "I have inherited my master's mantle—this grudge will be avenged!"
He was about to get up when he noticed something was wrong with his mouth and nose. When he wiped it, he found his hands covered in black blood.
Moreover, this black blood transformed into insects, which are constantly wriggling.
"I—I—"
He subconsciously formed a sword incantation and struck the Hidden Sword Peak beneath him.
Rumble!
The mountain shook, and countless rocks tumbled down, instantly sweeping away all the cultivators at the Qi Refining and Foundation Establishment stages who were still climbing.
Then—the peak suddenly burst into light, thousands of golden lights converged on it, and rolling sword energy soared into the sky!
Its sword light shone like brocade clouds and sang like a dragon in flight!
It is the sword that Master Yanbo, one of the forty-nine famous swords of ancient Shu, carries with him—Xu Jin Huan!