Xuantian Immortal Cultivation Record

While protecting the three people refining the Golden Scale Fruit, Zheng Yuandu sent over twenty spiritual herbs for refining Bitter Origin Pills.

Zhang Yuanjing asked him if he needed to register them or purchase them with spirit stones. Zheng Yuandu repeatedly said it wasn't necessary, claiming that these spiritual herbs were obtained by the disciples of the palace in the Profound Origin Realm and offered as tribute. The palace master could dispose of them at will without reporting to the Hall of Profound Governance.

Zhang Yuanjing immediately understood that these deacons and miscellaneous disciples of the Profound Origin Palace often sneaked into the Profound Origin Realm to scavenge for things, or received gifts from other disciples entering the Profound Origin Realm by providing convenience, a portion of which was naturally contributed to the palace master.

He was too lazy to care about this, only nodding to indicate he understood, and then let him leave.

In the following half month, he started refining Bitter Origin Pills, successfully producing 123 pills. Among them, there were seven high-grade pills. The medium and low-grade pills were divided into three portions and given to Zhou Zhengming, Liu Jinglong, and Mei Zhenyi. Each of them received one high-grade pill, and the remaining four were all given to Yuan Zhilin, instructing him to take them when his cultivation reached the late stage of Foundation Establishment and he encountered a bottleneck.

After sending the four away, Zhang Yuanjing went to the third floor of the East Pavilion where Daoist Fire Crow resided.

"Yuanjing is here! Are all the matters in the palace properly arranged?" Daoist Fire Crow said from inside the room, his tone revealing an indescribable weariness.

Zhang Yuanjing pushed the door open and entered, seeing the old Daoist sitting cross-legged on a leather futon, with three jade slips placed on the low table in front of him.

This futon was the one Zhang Yuanjing brought back from the mustard seed space of the Thick Earth Sect, and he had been using it for meditation and cultivation, as it had the effect of calming the mind and spirit. Because he felt it was quite profound, he lent it to Daoist Fire Crow to study his cultivation techniques.

Seeing Zhang Yuanjing enter, he stood up and said with a smile, "The three cultivation methods bestowed by True Person Tong are all orthodox inheritances of the Xuanmen, upholding the Great Dao, expressing distant intentions, and being concise and comprehensive, with every word being precious. Comprehending them is quite arduous, but once you gain something, it is like being enlightened, awakening the deaf and dumb, making this old Daoist truly feel like 'hearing the Dao in the morning, one can die content in the evening'."

Zhang Yuanjing carefully considered his words and slowly said, "Senior, I know that you regard these three Daoist books as treasures, wishing you could comprehend them yesterday after receiving them today, but deducing cultivation methods is the most mentally exhausting, often requiring a very long time. It can't be rushed or forced."

Daoist Fire Crow sighed softly, "How can this old Daoist not know, but time waits for no one! This old Daoist has little lifespan left. If I don't seize the time, how can I deduce the Nascent Soul level cultivation method of the Myriad Beast True Fire Art!"

Zhang Yuanjing said, "The path of cultivation methods certainly requires continuous effort, but it also emphasizes opportunity. Often, what is eagerly sought is not obtained, but sudden inspiration yields effortless gains."

Daoist Fire Crow shook his head, "Relying on enlightenment is even more illusory and untrustworthy. This old Daoist would rather work hard every day, so at least I won't regret it in the future."

Zhang Yuanjing said with a wry smile, "Since Senior is so determined, I won't say more. In a few days, I will ask Yuanqing to see if the sect has any notes left by senior experts who have studied Nascent Soul cultivation methods, and exchange them for a few copies for Senior to consult, which may be beneficial."

Daoist Fire Crow was overjoyed, "That would be great. This old Daoist finds many words in the Daoist books obscure and difficult to understand, and I am distressed that I don't know who to ask for guidance. If there are notes from senior experts to explain and dispel doubts, comprehension will naturally be smoother!"

The old Daoist thanked Zhang Yuanjing, and then asked, "Yuanjing, what brings you here today? Is there anything you need me to do?"

Zhang Yuanjing originally wanted to talk about the possibility of a large-scale attack from the Abyss of Heavenly Demons, but seeing the old Daoist's wholehearted focus on comprehending the cultivation methods, he didn't want to disturb his state of mind, so he said, "There are two things, I hope they won't take up too much of your time."

Daoist Fire Crow said solemnly, "Yuanjing, please speak."

Zhang Yuanjing said, "These past few days, I have been protecting Junior Brother Yuan and the others while they consume the Golden Scale Fruit, and the progress has been quite smooth, and the effects are very good. Junior Brother Liu and Nephew Mei only need to diligently cultivate with Bitter Origin Pills for a few years, and they can enter the middle stage of Foundation Establishment. Junior Brother Yuan has a solid foundation, and with the Golden Scale Fruit cleansing his marrow and bones, there are no obstacles to reaching Great Perfection, only accumulation."

Daoist Fire Crow solemnly bowed deeply, "Thank you, Yuanjing, for caring about my unworthy disciples! This old Daoist is truly grateful!"

Zhang Yuanjing quickly reached out to help him up, "Senior, don't be so polite! Junior Brother Yuan and the others, along with Senior, have traveled tens of millions of miles with me, and have been busy all over the place for the sake of the sect. I feel very guilty. Being able to assist them in their cultivation can only be considered a token of my appreciation."

He took out the Spirit Locking Armor, explained its mysteries, and said, "While Senior is comprehending the cultivation methods, you might as well explore the mechanism of this thing, which may provide some inspiration."

Daoist Fire Crow gladly accepted it, "Such a wondrous item is just what I wanted, thank you Yuanjing!"

Only then did Zhang Yuanjing turn the topic to the Profound Origin Palace, saying, "This place is under the surveillance of the Abyss of Heavenly Demons, and all entrances and exits are under the enemy's eyes. Therefore, I would like to ask Senior to open an entrance to the great array underground to avoid the enemy's eyes and ears."

Daoist Fire Crow pondered for a moment and said, "It shouldn't be difficult to just open an entrance. However, this array was established by the sect after all. Is it necessary to obtain the consent of the Hall of Profound Governance before changing it without authorization?"

Zhang Yuanjing said, "I will talk to Yuanqing about this matter myself. Please prepare for it first, Senior. The one responsible for maintaining the array here is an old Foundation Establishment cultivator. I will have him cooperate with Senior."

Daoist Fire Crow nodded, "In that case, this old Daoist will start preparing immediately."

Zhang Yuanjing added, "This Profound Origin Realm is also a relic left after the Void Demon World was eliminated, and may contain mysteries. I will choose an opportunity to enter and investigate. When I am not here, I will need Senior to preside over the affairs of the palace. This will inevitably take up Senior's time for comprehending cultivation methods. There is really no one else who can take on this important task!"

Daoist Fire Crow revealed a look of surprise, saying, "Is there any danger in this Profound Origin Realm? Why don't this old Daoist go with Yuanjing!"

Zhang Yuanjing shook his head, "There must be someone in charge of the palace, otherwise, it would be dangerous if the Abyss of Heavenly Demons attacked."

Daoist Fire Crow pondered for a moment and said, "Yuanjing's words are prudent. However, in this old Daoist's opinion, this secret realm is not a must-have place, and the possibility of the Abyss of Heavenly Demons sending heavy troops to attack is not high. If only some Core Formation cultivators come, they will not be able to break through this great array. On the other hand, if there is any danger in the Profound Origin Realm, it would be safer with this old Daoist taking care of things."

Zhang Yuanjing hesitated for a moment, but still felt that he should reveal some information to the old Daoist, saying, "Back then, a late-stage Nascent Soul Great Cultivator from the Abyss of Heavenly Demons led two True Persons and dozens of Core Formation cultivators into the Void Demon World, and in the end, the entire army was wiped out. The Abyss of Heavenly Demons wants to investigate this matter, and may come looking for me. Therefore, I am worried that they may send heavy troops here, so I dare not leave only some Foundation Establishment cultivators to guard the Profound Origin Palace."

Daoist Fire Crow's eyes flashed, realizing the seriousness of the matter, and also having some guesses about Tong Tianfu's arrangements, but he did not reveal them, only saying in a deep voice, "If that is the case, then this old Daoist will take charge of the Profound Origin Palace when you leave. You can go and explore the Profound Origin Realm with peace of mind!"