Chapter 8, the fetal breath has formed, and the heavens and the earth are clear

A woman like her, although holding a higher status than an ordinary maid in the villa, is merely a high-class plaything, meant to please others. Even if she feels deeply saddened inside, she must greet others with a smile, with no choice in the matter

Jing Younan took a deep breath, opened her arms wide, and felt a profound joy in her heart

Jing Younan could only hear as if a bolt of lightning split the darkness deep within her soul, accompanied by the rumbling of thunder, while gentle spring rain fell, nourishing her heart

In this case, it would be better to raise Yuzhen at the villa, as it is not too far from Baiyun Temple, and one can easily find time to visit and discuss the Great Way together

The area around the navel began to pulse slowly yet firmly, resonating one sound after another, like a grand bell, clear and resounding

Jing Younan raised her head, smiled, and said, "How did you sleep last night?"

Jing Younan gently stroked the jade ruler, its raised patterns incomplete and dull.

At this moment, a chillingly sweet and ethereal fragrance wafted from behind, penetrating the heart and soul

Jing Younan looked at the young girl before him, his mind stirred, and he made a plan. "Yuzhen, are you willing to learn the ways of Dao?"

In the chamber, silver candles burn brightly, and a warm fragrance lingers in the air

The jade ruler is truly a precious treasure

After the phenomenon dissipated, the jade ruler transformed directly into a beam of white light and entered Jing Younan's body

Today, I have encountered a great opportunity, gaining insights into the universe and comprehending profound truths, taking a step ahead of others in this regard, a step that is immensely precious

Thoughts are formless, empty and ethereal; the heart and breath are in harmony, perceiving nature and entering the path

What he did not expect was that this beauty, positioned as a chess piece, gave him an immense surprise

As long as one masters the principles and methods, one can rid oneself of such a shameful identity and attain a new life

In a state of daze and confusion, it seems as if there is a spiritual essence of heaven and earth, entering through the navel and exiting from it, finely tuned, allowing for breathing not through the mouth or nose, but through the navel. It is akin to being in the womb, almost resembling a state of innate nature.

Yuzhen was overwhelmed with joy and wept, her tears gliding down her fair and translucent face like scattered pearls, soaking her gauzy garment

Suddenly, Jing Younan let out a cry; his finger was cut by a sharp protrusion on the jade ruler, and the crimson blood flowed onto the jade ruler, disappearing at a visibly rapid pace.

Hearing the laughter, Yuzhen felt so embarrassed that she could not lift her head, her cheeks flushed with a rosy hue

Under the delicate gauze window, a fragrant agarwood couch is placed, draped with a lotus pink flower curtain, and covered with a scarlet cotton sheet. At the front, there is a large red golden python backrest, accompanied by pomegranate red mandarin duck pillows, and a mattress made of gossamer-thin silk satin.

Once Yu Zhen had calmed down, Jing Younan began to teach her the meditation and breathing techniques from the "Zhen Yi Jing." As for the "San Yuan Tai Xi Guan Guang Ling Fa," Jing Younan, although aware of its profoundness, truly could not comprehend it herself, and thus was naturally unable to impart it.

The jade ruler suddenly emitted a dazzling white light, and layers of substantial ripples spread out like water. Mysterious celestial sounds echoed through the space, and various incredible scenes flowed by like a revolving stage, elusive and unfathomable

Jing Younan smiled and shook her head, "You, oh you, don't think too much."

After a while of conversation, Jing Younan pondered for half a day and then said: "In a couple of days, I will be leaving. You should stay obediently at the villa and not wander around."

With the aid of the power of the jade ruler, combined with three years of relentless day and night cultivation, Jing Younan's "Three Yuan Fetal Breathing Observation and Spiritual Method" has finally made a further breakthrough, transforming from ordinary breathing to fetal breathing.

In the coming days, the two will travel together, enjoying the moon and admiring the flowers, lingering among the mountains and pavilions. They may drink and revel, or sing and dance, reaching the height of their joy, making vows as deep as the mountains and seas, envying only the mandarin ducks and not the immortals

Although its origins remain unknown, the fact that it helped me break through to the胎息 realm after being refined with my blood indicates that this jade尺 is certainly not an ordinary item. It possesses various mysteries waiting for me to explore gradually

Fortunately, with his resilient spirit and the blessings of a clear mind, he transformed negative emotions into positive ones. Soon, he felt refreshed, his eyes sparkled with vitality, and all inner demons vanished. The entire person radiated like a warm sunlit gem, shining brilliantly

After listening to Ailang's explanation, Yuzhen also realized that Ailang genuinely cared for her well-being, feeling a sense of joy in her heart. She agreed to come, only hoping that Ailang could visit her a few more times.

This is the true world.

At the fourth watch of the night, the moon is bright and the stars are few

By the time the lamps are lit, every household in the neighborhood plays flutes, and every door resounds with songs. A crescent moon rises in the sky, its colorful brilliance condensing into a pure and bright glow

Jing Younan rose in her robe, surrounded by numerous exotic flowers and rare plants in the courtyard. Some were climbing vines, some were trailing tendrils, either hanging from the mountain peaks or growing through the crevices of the rocks, with green tendrils winding around the stone steps and jade-like blossoms hanging from the eaves.

Two days later, Jing Younan widened her eyes, looking at the girl sitting cross-legged on the fragrant couch with disbelief. Her voice was filled with shock, "What? You have developed a sense of qi in your dantian?"

Sitting cross-legged, he took out the ancient jade ruler obtained from the mysterious stone chamber and placed it in the center of his palm. A warm and gentle aura emanated from it, enveloping him as if he were soaking in a hot spring, feeling warm and extremely comfortable

With her delicate willow-like brows arched and her red lips pouted, she appeared dissatisfied: "Indeed, my lord, am I not very foolish, having taken such a long time?"

Yuzhen raised her head in disbelief, her beautiful eyes wide open, not blinking at all: "Daoist, is it possible for me?"

It must be said that Jing Younan's actions were not in vain, as there was an added sense of joy and happiness in Yu Zhen's beautiful eyes, making her increasingly gentle and obedient towards Jing Younan, with genuine sincerity.

Thank you, Daoist priest

He has his own plans; Yu Zhenmei possesses an innate beauty, delicate and charming, truly captivating. Moreover, her extraordinary talent allows her to progress in her cultivation at an astonishing rate. Bringing such a stunning beauty back to the sect, he knows he lacks the strength to protect her. Not to mention the lecherous and indulgent senior brothers in the sect, even the old Daoist Baiyun would surely take action.

The originally obscure and difficult incantations from "The Three Yuan Fetal Breathing Observation and Spiritual Method" flowed through my heart, each character radiating brilliance like an octagonal light, dispelling all the original turbid energy and distracting thoughts.

Two people are sitting on one side, conversing quietly

Jing Younan was left speechless. He had devoted himself to understanding the essence of energy, nourishing his spirit with medicinal meals day after day, enduring over half a month of arduous training, to the point where he appeared neither human nor ghost. Yet, the young girl before him effortlessly accomplished the same in just two days. The disparity between people is truly vast.

Boom

Since Jing Younan arrived in this world, everything has felt so unfamiliar. In pursuit of immortality, she has been entangled in daily schemes and deceptions with others. Although it has been less than two months, a considerable amount of frustration and resentment has already accumulated in her heart. Today, provoked by the astonishing speed of her opponent's cultivation, it has finally erupted completely, her mind no longer clear, burning fiercely.

Yuzhen is naturally intelligent and exceptionally bright, possessing a mind as clear as ice and snow. After listening several times, she sat in meditation in the courtyard, entering a state of concentration without any distracting thoughts. However, the method of breath regulation is not something that can be mastered overnight; she has yet to find the right approach. After several attempts, she became mentally fatigued, and her delicate face appeared somewhat pale

Jing Younan smiled slightly and deliberately emphasized, "Of course, my family's Yuzhen can."

To comprehend the universe and to attain the ultimate principles is undoubtedly the pursuit of all practitioners seeking enlightenment and longevity. However, the paths of heaven and humanity are distinct, and the heart of heaven differs from that of humanity, making the understanding of the universe exceedingly challenging

Jing Younan smiled gently, and with a thought, a jade ruler appeared in the palm of his hand, emitting a shimmering light, clear as water

At both ends are a pair of hollowed-out plum blossom coffee tables, each adorned with a delicate jade vase, inside which are arranged everlasting flowers of all seasons, exuding a subtle fragrance

He lay flat on the ground, in a state that seemed neither fully asleep nor fully awake. The "Three Yuan Fetal Breathing Observation and Enlightenment Method" within him began to operate autonomously, and his breathing at the mouth and nose became increasingly gentle, until finally, it was as fine as silk and barely audible

Yuzhen suddenly raised her head, tears shimmering in her beautiful eyes, "Does the young master find Yuzhen displeasing?"

In the distance, Jing Younan nodded slightly. As long as one perseveres in practicing this breathing technique, even if one cannot cultivate a sense of qi, it can still strengthen the body, making it light as a swallow and immune to ailments. After all, this is merely a piece set up for the future; gaining it is fortunate, while losing it is fate.

Opening my eyes, everything before me becomes much clearer, the colors more vibrant. The dragonflies flitting nearby, the patterns on the vines in the distance, the entire world is unprecedentedly vivid, as if I can hear the joy of flowers, birds, fish, and insects

This is certainly a treasure, but my experience is too limited to discern its usefulness