Chapter 2, I want to give it a try
Seeing the young men of the Ji family fall silent at his light reprimand, Ji Yuxing narrowed his eyes and said seriously: "Chang Kong, according to family rules, you are qualified. However, it seems somewhat inappropriate for you, who cannot gather the essence of heaven and earth, to participate in such an intense trial. You must think carefully; family trials do not allow any assistance from others and must rely solely on oneself. Qingyan Mountain is not particularly high, nor is it particularly low, but the ascent from here is extremely steep. A single misstep could lead to injuries far beyond mere bruises..." You must think carefully; family trials do not allow any assistance from others and must rely solely on oneself. Qingyan Mountain is not particularly high, nor is it particularly low, but the ascent from here is extremely steep. A single misstep could lead to injuries far beyond mere bruises...
In the warm climate of March, there is no green grass or blooming flowers on Qingyan Mountain, only the hard blue rocks. As the sun rises, its brilliant golden light shines upon Qingyan Mountain, transforming into a myriad of splendid colors as it refracts off the blue stones and scatters at the foot of the mountain
"You still haven't thanked the Lord of the City!" Ji Yusheng snorted coldly and reprimanded Ji Changkong.
"Seven Star Celestial!" Ji Yuxing exclaimed in surprise.
The realm of the Primordial Heaven requires the ability to circulate primordial energy to every corner of the body in order to refine the physical form. This process is divided into five stages: the energy permeates the skin and flesh, the meridians, the internal organs, the bone marrow, and the mind. Only by successfully passing through these five stages can one hope to break through to the Duality Heaven
This is what can truly temper those little brats. Ji Yuxing smiled, glanced around, and noticed that besides the direct descendants of the Ji family, some collateral descendants had also gathered. He nodded and then spoke to Nie Yuanshan: Since the city lord has arrived, shall we begin
He knew that Nie Yuanshan had a past friendship with his father, Ji Haotian, who had been missing for many years. Therefore, while others referred to Nie Yuanshan as the city lord, he called him Uncle Nie, which was Nie Yuanshan's own request
Three years ago, Ji Changsheng and Ji Changle could only allow the primordial energy to flow through their meridians. However, after spending three days in the Scripture Pavilion, they emerged and broke through three light barriers. Today, they are capable of channeling primordial energy to the most difficult area, the mind. Perhaps they are only one moment of enlightenment away from breaking through to the Two Instruments Heaven with the *Diagram*.
The lord of Qingyan City, Nie Yuanshan, glanced at Ji Yusheng and then at the clear-eyed Ji Changkong. Suddenly, he smiled and said: "Let Changkong give it a try. Don't worry, with me here, Changkong will be absolutely fine"
The cultivation of celestial beings is divided into ten realms, which are: One Origin, Two Forms, Three Powers, Four Symbols, Five Elements, Six Harmonies, Seven Stars, Eight Trigrams, Nine Palaces, and Ten Directions
From here to ascend Qingyan Mountain, the slope is almost at a right angle. Apart from the protruding hard green rocks, there is hardly any place to step or gain leverage. Not to mention humans, even monkeys would find it difficult to climb Qingyan Mountain from this point.
In just three days, it is unclear what benefits Ji Changxiao gained on the third level. Three days later, when he emerged from the Scripture Pavilion, he had surprisingly broken through to the realm of Two Instruments Heaven
All direct and collateral descendants of the Ji family, regardless of gender, are eagerly preparing, their expressions revealing an unmistakable excitement and agitation
At the foot of the eastern side of Qingyan Mountain, the Ji family, both young and old, are waiting for something
At the foot of the mountain, there were more than ten male and female members of the Ji family gathered. Among these members were the direct descendants Ji Changxiao, Ji Changsheng, Ji Changle, Ji Yueqing, and Ji Xiaolian. Three years ago, during the assessment, Ji Changxiao emerged victorious, allowing him to stay on the third floor of the Scripture Pavilion for three days. Today, three years later, Ji Changxiao has already broken through to the Two-Element Heaven
No way! Absolutely not! Ji Yusheng, furious like thunder, roared: "If you want to die, that's your business, but I will never agree to it!"
"My lord, it is truly an honor for the Ji family that you have taken the time out of your busy schedule to attend the testing of my son. This has greatly enhanced the prestige of the Ji family." Previously, Ji Yuxing, who had held a high and mighty demeanor in the kitchen, now slightly hunched over, wore a beaming smile on his face
The most precious place in the Ji family is the Scripture Pavilion, which houses the secrets and techniques of celestial cultivation. The secrets consist of a step-by-step celestial cultivation method that progresses from low to high levels, while the techniques involve various skills and methods for utilizing the primordial forces of heaven and earth for attack, defense, and the use of divine weapons.
As soon as Ji Changkong's voice fell, the Ji family young men who were originally poised to act all scoffed with disdain on their faces
"Nonsense!" Ji Yusheng, who had been wearing a gloomy expression since Ji Chang Kong's appearance, suddenly shouted angrily, his eyes wide open as he glared at Ji Chang Kong and said: "Do you think the assessment is a game? Every assessment is extremely dangerous; if one is not careful and falls, even those with Yuan power can be severely injured! With your physique, if you fall midway, there will only be one outcome: death!"
Grandfather, I want to give it a try! The obedient Ji Chang Kong, for once, has become willful, her clear eyes gazing directly at Ji Yu Sheng, unafraid, her voice resolute
"You are being too polite." The Lord of Qingyan City, Nie Yuanshan, first smiled in response, then his gaze passed over Ji Yuxing and landed on Ji Yusheng and his daughter Ji Wanyun behind him. He nodded slightly before walking over with his steward, Shao Kang
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Before long, two figures gradually appeared in the distance, walking towards this side at a steady pace. Upon seeing the approaching individuals, Ji Yuxing immediately went to greet them, followed by the entire Ji family.
Ji Changkong's eyes were fixed intently on the left hand that Nie Yuanshan had just extended, as if she wanted to see every detail of the veins and patterns on his palm clearly
"Hehe, it should have started long ago; you insisted on waiting for me to arrive," Nie Yuanshan said淡淡.
Even Ji Yuxing, the head of the Ji family, is merely a Six Harmonies Celestial.
For the young men of the Ji family, the Scripture Pavilion is a place that can transform them completely, which is why the assessment every three years has become their greatest anticipation. In preparation for this day, they have been accumulating strength over the past three years, hoping to achieve a good ranking and gain the opportunity to stay in the Scripture Pavilion for three days
Not only he, but also Ji Changsheng and Ji Changle, who stayed in the second-level scripture storage building for three days, both gained significant rewards
Such a method left the entire Ji family, young and old, astonished
Ji Yuxing was just about to issue orders for the assessment when he suddenly noticed Ji Changkong arriving in dirty clothes. He couldn't help but be taken aback, seemingly feeling that Ji Changkong's unkempt appearance brought shame to the Ji family. He frowned and asked, "Changkong, didn't I say you didn't need to come for today's assessment?"
And today marks the triannual Ji family assessment
The Ji family assessment takes place once every three years. All descendants of the Ji surname, regardless of gender, are eligible to participate once they reach the age of fifteen. Three years ago, Ji Changkong was fourteen and did not qualify to participate. Today, three years later, Ji Changkong is seventeen and is considered qualified.
Ji Changkong was filled with excitement, gritting his teeth to suppress any exclamations, yet his heart raced violently. He thought to himself: This...! ... Is this the power of the Celestial Master? Truly earth-shattering!
As Tian Shi breaks through to a new realm, he enters a completely new world in his cultivation. Therefore, each realm is often accompanied by the character "Tian". For example, the First Yuan Realm is referred to as First Yuan Tian, and the Two Instruments Realm is called Two Instruments Tian, and so on.
Two years ago, I just stepped into the realm of the Seven Stars. Currently, I can only traverse the stars of Tian Shu and Tian Xuan. By harnessing the powers of Tian Shu and Tian Xuan, I can barely soar through the sky, which is not particularly impressive. " Nie Yuanshan smiled slightly, then glanced at Ji Yusheng and said, " Sheng Bo, with me watching over the vast sky, you should feel at ease, right? "
Taking a deep breath, Ji Yuxing smiled enviously at Nie Yuanshan and said: "Congratulations, City Lord. I did not expect that in these three years, the City Lord has already broken through to the realm of the Seven Stars of Divine Travel, refining the soul body with the power of the Seven Stars. The Seven Stars Celestial can now soar through the sky using the power of the Big Dipper. With the City Lord here, those little brats today would find it difficult to even get hurt..."
Ha, it would be surprising if he could reach the mountain top; let's hope he doesn't fall to his death right from the start
All the young rabbits who have not yet reached the age of three can prepare their books and maps. In a moment, whoever rushes to the top of the mountain first will have the privilege to stay on the third floor of the Scripture Pavilion for three days, freely browsing through the cultivation secrets and techniques of the celestial beings within the pavilion. The second and third individuals to reach the summit can stay on the second floor of the Scripture Pavilion for three days. Even those who do not place can still go to the first floor of the Scripture Pavilion for three days, selecting one celestial secret or technique for cultivation.
The secret lies in cultivating the fundamentals, while the secret technique is the means of utilizing primordial energy; the two complement each other and are both indispensable
Ji Chang Kong slightly bowed and said softly: "Thank you, Uncle Nie"
Three years ago, Ji Changxiao was still wandering in the First Yuan realm, unable to make a breakthrough. However, after winning first place in the last assessment, he was allowed to stay in the Scripture Pavilion for three days
Nie Yuanshan casually cast a beam of starlight, seemingly nonchalantly circling around Qingyan Mountain, reducing nearly one hundred pieces of blue rock on the mountain to powder.
If one can obtain suitable secrets and techniques in the Sutra Repository for personal cultivation, it will undoubtedly help to avoid many detours on the path of cultivation as a celestial being, further enhancing one's strength and allowing one to stay ahead of others
"Chang Kong, do not be willful! Your body's vital energy cannot be gathered, and your aunt will find a way for you. Do not act impulsively at this moment!" Ji Wanyun felt anxious in her heart and hurriedly advised him. In her view, Ji Chang Kong was far more sensible than the average young man of the Ji family, and it was not the right time for him to act recklessly.
At the foot of the mountain, Nie Yuanshan looked up at the Qingyan Mountain, which was about 200 zhang high, and said with a smile: "Although Qingyan Mountain is not high, it is indeed a bit dangerous to approach it from this angle"
In an apparent effort to reassure Ji Yusheng, Nie Yuanshan raised his hand, and a beam of silvery starlight shot forth from his palm. The starlight coalesced into the shape of two stars, trailing a long, ribbon-like glow as it circled around Qingyan Mountain. A series of explosive sounds immediately followed, as the mountain-sized pieces of Qingyan were reduced to powder by the passing starlight, scattering with the wind
The facts are evident, and all the sons of the Ji family regard the Scripture Pavilion as a sacred place in their hearts
Qingyan Mountain is not very high, measuring approximately 200 zhang, and is renowned for its green-colored rocks that cover the entire mountain
"Chang Kong, choose a place for yourself," Ji Yuxing instructed. Seeing Ji Chang Kong stand in a relatively secluded area with few people, he then thunderously shouted, "Charge to the top!"
Hmm..." Ji Yuxing lightly uttered, and the murmurs of discussion immediately ceased.
At that moment, the sound of "tap tap" footsteps came from afar, and Ji Chang Kong's frail figure slowly emerged under the sunlight. He was still dressed in the same dirty green attire, but his small face had been washed clean.
What a joke, if one cannot even gather the elemental energy of heaven and earth, participating in the assessment would be akin to seeking death
Ji Chang Kong approached everyone, first bowing to the Lord of Qingyan City, Nie Yuanshan, and Shao Kang, then proceeding to pay respects to the elders of the Ji family, including Ji Yuxing and Ji Yusheng. After completing the formalities, Ji Chang Kong looked at Ji Yuxing, his gaze clear, and softly said: "Second Master, I am seventeen this year, and according to the family rules, I should also be qualified to participate."
At this moment, the young men of the Ji family calmed their minds and raised their heads to gaze at the steep angles of Qingyan Mountain, each pressing their hands against the protruding green rocks, poised and ready, waiting for Ji Yuxing's command.
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Hmph, he also wants to participate in the assessment, truly insane
Indeed, I have cultivated my primordial energy to the meridians. During the last assessment, I nearly met with death; he truly dares to think that way
Nie Yuanshan nodded with a smile, glanced coldly at Ji Yuxing, and asked, "Can we begin now?"
The third floor of the Scripture Pavilion is where the most precious secrets and techniques are stored. It is absolutely not open to the public on ordinary days. Only those disciples who emerge victorious in the triannual Ji family assessment are qualified to stay on the third floor of the Scripture Pavilion for three days to select the heavenly secrets and techniques that suit their cultivation.