Chapter 229

Chapter 229"Master truly possesses extraordinary talent, to comprehend the Fire and Water Breathing Technique ('Li Shui Breathing Technique') so quickly." Lu Qing felt the fluctuations of spiritual energy in the surrounding space, a bit surprised. The 'Fire and Water Breathing Technique' was specially selected from the Li Huo Sect's inheritance, meant to be the most suitable for his master. The 'Li' in the name symbolizes fire. 'Li Shui' means both fire and water, making it a Qi absorption technique for cultivating both elements. His master had previously comprehended the fusion of fire and water, with precelestial true qi of both elements within him, making this technique perfect for him. After a while, the spiritual energy fluctuations in the surrounding space subsided, and peace was restored. The old doctor opened his eyes, filled with amazement. "Master, how do you feel?" Lu Qing hurriedly asked. "This Qi absorption technique is indeed mysterious, following the path of meridian and acupoint circulation. It is much more refined compared to the martial way of refining the elemental energy of heaven and earth," said the old doctor. "Indeed, the Qi absorption method is much more advanced in refining Qi than the martial precelestial techniques," Lu Qing agreed. The precelestial martial arts techniques also absorb and refine the elemental energy of heaven and earth to strengthen oneself. However, their refining method is straightforward and somewhat crude. The absorbed elemental energy directly enters the Qi acupoints, where the martial artist uses soul power to slowly refine it and make it their own. The Qi absorption method is different. Spiritual energy enters the body, not directly into the Qi acupoints, but first circulates through the meridians, then falls into the Dantian Qi acupoints, and slowly refines into one's spiritual power. Comparatively, although the Qi absorption method only adds a step of circulation, this step makes a significant difference in the cultivation methods. Circulating through the meridians and acupoints involves various intricate and complex systems. It can be said that the various Qi absorption methods of cultivators differ greatly because of the unique meridian and acupoint paths taken during the refining process. "The path of meridian and acupoint circulation is profound and difficult to grasp, even for us in the precelestial realm. It's amazing that the ancients had already thoroughly studied it and created such mysterious Qi absorption techniques. Their wisdom is truly admirable," the old doctor sighed. "Master, we need not belittle ourselves," Lu Qing smiled. "The Qi absorption techniques emerged during the era of abundant spiritual energy. "In that era, there were many great cultivators with the ability to fly and escape, creating techniques was naturally easier for them than for us. "Now that spiritual energy is reviving, if we live long enough and study diligently, we might also create such cultivation methods." "This makes sense," the old doctor nodded, "Ancestors were indeed formidable, but the present generation is not necessarily inferior. Otherwise, we wouldn't have accumulated so many medicinal prescriptions and theories in the medical path to benefit the world." "Master, now that you've comprehended the 'Fire and Water Breathing Technique,' can you absorb and refine spiritual energy?" "Not so fast," the old doctor shook his head, "This 'Fire and Water Breathing Technique' is extremely profound. I have only had a slight comprehension. To truly master it, I will need a few more days of study." "A few days to master it is already very fast. Your talent is indeed remarkable," Lu Qing praised sincerely. This is a cultivation technique. To have some comprehension upon first contact, his master's aptitude is extraordinary, even in the era of cultivation. "Even my disciple is teasing me," the old doctor laughed and scolded. "Old doctor, Brother Lu Qing, dinner is ready!" Mago's voice came as the master and disciple were chatting. "Alright, let's go eat," the old doctor said. Lu Qing nodded, and the two jumped down from the boulder and walked towards the carriage. After dinner, the sky had darkened, so Lu Qing and the others set up tents in the forest for the night. After setting up the tents, the old doctor went to rest, continuing to ponder the 'Fire and Water Breathing Technique.' Lu Qing and Mago, along with others, sat around the campfire chatting. "Brother Lu Qing, I checked the itinerary, and we should be able to enter Yunzhou in two days. Yunzhou is the territory of the Flowing Cloud Sect. What do you plan to do?" Mago asked. "No special plans," Lu Qing replied, "We'll just head directly towards the Flowing Cloud Sect according to Master Fang's marked location." "We're just going to charge in?" Mago was stunned. "Yes." Mago took a deep breath. After a few moments, he smiled wryly, "That's just like you, Brother Lu Qing." He had originally thought that Lu Qing and the old doctor had some detailed plan. He didn't expect their method was to charge straight in. However, he recalled how Lu Qing, shortly after starting his martial training, dared to venture alone into the Happy Fort and slaughtered everyone there. He felt at ease. With Lu Qing's personality, this was indeed his style of doing things. Thinking of this, Mago also felt a bit excited. He was also displeased with the Flowing Cloud Sect's actions, slaughtering even civilians, no different from evil sects. If they could teach the Flowing Cloud Sect a lesson, it would be satisfying. As for Wei Zian, being young and hot-blooded, and having just proven his strength, he had no fear. Knowing they were going to challenge a major sect, he felt nothing but excitement. Anyway, with Lu Qing and the old doctor around, he just had to follow along. That was also what the ancestor had instructed before they set out. After chatting for a while, everyone went to rest. The night passed without incident. Early the next morning, after breakfast, Lu Qing and the others set off again. For the next two days, the carriage traveled continuously. Fortunately, none of them were ordinary people, even Xiao Yan had an extraordinary constitution. Otherwise, they might not have been able to withstand such a journey. On the third morning, after preparing breakfast, Lu Qing noticed that his master had not come out yet. He went to the side to practice Health Nourishing Boxing. Xiao Yan, who also woke up early, followed him and practiced alongside. Over the past two years, although Lu Qing had not formally taught Xiao Yan cultivation, he had imparted a simplified version of Health Nourishing Boxing to her. This simplified Health Nourishing Boxing had simple movements and did not require activating Qi and blood, just coordinating with breathing. It was effective for strengthening the foundation, suitable for children, and designed specifically for Xiao Yan by Lu Qing. The siblings practiced diligently, while Xiao Li lazily watched from a nearby tree stump. Mago and his disciple were also practicing in another part of the forest. "Since refining the Earth Spirit Pearl, under the nourishment of this Earth-element treasure, my physical body and soul have been slowly strengthening, nearly doubling in power, with no sign of stopping. "I wonder how powerful my body and soul will be when I reach my limit," Lu Qing thought while practicing. During this period, with the continuous nourishment of the Earth Spirit Pearl, his physical and soul strength had greatly increased, almost doubling. Even so, he had not felt any slowdown in the rate of strengthening. Lu Qing couldn't imagine how powerful he would become once this transformation reached its limit. At that time, he might be able to wrestle with precelestial realm experts without entering a perfect burst state. After practicing for a while, Lu Qing was puzzled why his master was up later than usual today. Suddenly, he felt the surrounding spiritual energy agitating and quickly gathering towards a certain spot. It was where his master's tent was. "Has Master broken through?" Lu Qing was delighted and immediately stopped practicing, rushing to his master's tent. In his soul perception, the spiritual energy within a mile was being drawn and gathered into the tent. Inside the tent, a powerful aura was building up, astonishing. After a while, the aura inside the tent gradually dissipated, returning to calm. The tent flap opened, and the old doctor stepped out. Seeing the old doctor, Lu Qing's eyes lit up. Searᴄh the Nôvel(F)ire.nёt website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. His master's aura was ethereal and elusive, with a unique quality compared to before. "Master, did you break through?" "Yes," the old doctor nodded, "After days of pondering, I finally managed to absorb and refine spiritual energy, producing a strand of spiritual power." Lu Qing was overjoyed at the news. He immediately activated his ability to observe his master closely. Out of respect, Lu Qing rarely used his ability to probe his master. However, this breakthrough was significant, and he couldn't help but check. He saw a dense golden aura emanating from his master. [Chen Songqing: Skilled in medicine, kind-hearted, respected, an excellent old physician.] [Cultivation: Precelestial small completion peak, dual-attribute true qi of water and fire.] [Possesses the power of merit, can avert misfortune, with deep blessings.] [Remarkable comprehension, small completion in precelestial domain.] [Comprehended the fusion of water and fire, controls dual-attribute precelestial true qi, greatly enhancing cultivation speed and power.] [Initial manifestation of Dao foundation, possessing dual-attribute spiritual power of water and fire.] Indeed, he had cultivated spiritual power! Moreover, his cultivation had also reached the peak of precelestial small completion, just a step away from precelestial great completion. "Master, how do you find the difference between spiritual power and precelestial true qi?" Lu Qing asked. The old doctor pondered for a moment. "In terms of power, spiritual power is superior to precelestial true qi. Naturally, it is also harder to cultivate. "Furthermore, perhaps due to the changes in the world, I feel that spiritual power has a closer connection with the laws of heaven and earth." "I see," Lu Qing nodded thoughtfully, "The Wandering Immortal once mentioned in his writings that after the depletion of spiritual energy, the world set a limit. Martial artists could only reach the peak of the precelestial realm. "Further breakthroughs became extremely difficult, almost impossible. "Now, with the revival of spiritual energy, you sense a closer connection between spiritual power and the laws of heaven and earth. "It seems that in the future, if we want to break through the precelestial realm, we must start with spiritual power." This reminded Lu Qing of Li Weitian. Li Weitian had once comprehended a higher realm from the formation runes in the Yuhua Cave and died trying to break through. At that time, Li Weitian felt regret, believing that if he had more time, he could have fully comprehended the runes and succeeded in breaking through. In retrospect, it was just an illusion. The world's limits meant he could never truly step into that realm, even if he comprehended it. Li Weitian never knew this truth, leaving it uncertain whether it was fortunate or unfortunate for him. "Master, does having both precelestial true qi and spiritual power affect you?" Lu Qing suddenly thought. "Not for now," the old doctor shook his head, "Both are cultivated by me and infused with my soul's will, entirely under my control. "They share the same origin and do not conflict. "I even feel that as I comprehend the 'Fire and Water Breathing Technique' more deeply, I can nourish spiritual power with precelestial true qi, allowing it to grow rapidly without harming my cultivation." "Really?" Lu Qing's eyes lit up, "Does this mean that even if spiritual energy is not yet abundant, you can still quickly reach the peak of Qi refinement and step into the Foundation Establishment stage?" No, that couldn't be right! Lu Qing quickly realized it wasn't that simple. If it were that easy, the Wandering Immortal wouldn't have been so desperate, and the powerful cultivators of the Immortal Era wouldn't have vanished. "It's not that simple." The old doctor smiled, "Humans depend on the world. Even we cultivators are no exception. "If I now convert precelestial true qi into spiritual power to quickly enhance my Qi refinement. "There will be no issue in the short term, but over time, I won't be able to control the spiritual power from dissipating because the world's laws have not yet evolved to that extent." "I see, it's like being in a dry, scorching desert. Even if you drink a lot of water, the lack of moisture and the hot environment will eventually cause it to evaporate," Lu Qing understood. The old doctor nodded, "Though not entirely accurate, the principle is similar." It seemed that the powerful cultivators of the ancient era might have disappeared for this reason. The changing world could no longer accommodate such powerful cultivators. After chatting with his master, Lu Qing gained significant insights. His master's breakthrough was also a pleasant surprise. This made their upcoming journey to Yunzhou even more secure. Table of content