Chapter 003: Carefree Years

Over the past six years, at the northern peak of Huashan Xianmen, I have been living quite well, carefree and without worries

Of course, the primary reason is that the martial arts technique is excellent

The one named Ye Fang has as his master the Junzi Sword Fang Ru among the Six Sword Immortals of the North Peak, and he ranks ninth among the top ten true disciples. As for the plump and round Ye Yuan, his master is the Yuanrong Sword Ye Yangrong, also among the Six Sword Immortals of the North Peak. Ye Yuan himself ranks tenth among the top ten true disciples, thus these two are his ninth and tenth junior brothers.

Two young boys appeared

If others are so delicious, they should have long been plump, yet I have never been fat myself

The third layer of the twelve meridians refers to the channeling of vital energy through the twelve meridians within oneself

Ye Fang laughed heartily: "With wine and meat, it is truly delightful"

A thin and long stick

Forget it, thinking of meat, I will go hunt for game and also roast some meat.

I suddenly remembered, eating meat

My favorite is eating meat. When I was in Donglin Town, I didn't have enough to eat, only consuming four types of meat: pork, chicken, goose, and dog meat. At that time in Donglin Town, I longed for beef, but unfortunately, cattle were prohibited from being slaughtered. If one were to slaughter a cow, they would have to go to the government office obediently. However, after arriving at the Huashan Immortal Gate, I was able to indulge. An important motivation for my cultivation of techniques and swordsmanship was that with higher magical power and improved sword skills, it became easier to hunt various wild game. Since then, wild boar, wild chicken, wild rabbit, wild dog, and even wolf meat could not escape my appetite. After arriving at the Huashan Immortal Gate, I was able to indulge. An important motivation for my cultivation of techniques and swordsmanship was that with higher magical power and improved sword skills, it became easier to hunt various wild game. Since then, wild boar, wild chicken, wild rabbit, wild dog, and even wolf meat could not escape my appetite.

I must say, coming to Huashan Xianmen six years ago was indeed the right decision

In legend, most immortals primarily consume a vegetarian diet. To be precise, the majority of cultivators from the Huashan sect indeed follow this practice.

The second layer is the true energy of the practitioner, transforming the sensation of energy into the true energy of the cultivator

This rabbit is plump and has almost started to release its fat from being roasted

On the northern peak, there are countless palaces and pavilions. To construct so many palaces and pavilions in such a perilous and extraordinary location is truly commendable of the celestial beings. Behind the northern peak, there is an exquisite villa known as Changchun Residence, which is the residence of Li Yuanbai, the ninth elder of the northern peak.

One boy has a chubby and round figure, while another boy is thin and has an average appearance

No matter how much one is scolded, it will not result in losing a piece of meat

Lu Yuan has always believed that he is a natural foodie

The six most renowned figures of Beifeng, collectively known as the Six Swordsmen of Beihe and Tushufeng, include their own master Li Yuanbai, Ye Fang's master Junzi Jian Fang Ru, and Ye Yuan's master Yuanrong Jian Ye Yangrong, all of whom are listed among them

At this moment, I am at the fourth level of the Qi Refinement stage, focusing on the Eight Extraordinary Meridians, and I am using my true energy to impact the Eight Extraordinary Meridians

Upon hearing this, the sword light suddenly ceased

Indeed, this cunning boy of fifteen or sixteen years old is Lu Yuan

Master Li Yuanbai holds a prominent position within the sect, and the reason for this is that he is one of the top ten true disciples of the North Peak. The skills he has acquired are of the highest caliber, including the two most powerful techniques of North Peak: the Cloud Dragon Heart Method, which belongs to the category of mental techniques, and the Wind and Cloud One Hundred and Eight Swords, which pertains to swordsmanship.

Returning to the topic, in fact, both Ye Fang and Ye Yuan are also food enthusiasts

Six years ago, I slipped and fell, which led Master Li Yuanbai to believe that I had an exceptionally good disposition, capable of sacrificing myself to save others, and thus he took me as his disciple. It was truly a slip that brought about this celestial fate. In the following six years, I followed Master Li Yuanbai in cultivation at the Changchun Residence on the North Peak of Mount Hua.

Changchun Residence is surrounded by lush and verdant trees, with a fence encircling the area.

The first level of the Qi Refinement stage is the sensation of Qi, at which point the sensation of Qi arises. This stage is relatively easy to attain

Six years of training, which cannot be considered too arduous, and I was often scolded by my master Li Yuanbai for being a lazy good-for-nothing.

Unfortunately, Lu Yuan is a sycophant

Alright, as for the matters of cultivation that I do not wish to engage in, I will first take a nap and then discuss it later. I call this a balance of work and rest. As for being called a lazy bum by my master, I have long since become accustomed to it; I have been referred to as a lazy bum for six years now.

The incident where the two others attempted to ambush and snatch food while the rabbit was being roasted, as just described, is not the first of its kind. Of course, if Ye Fang and Ye Yuan were the ones cooking something delicious, they would not hesitate to snatch it themselves. Everyone would be scrambling for food, thoroughly enjoying the chaos.

Otherwise, how could there be such comfortable days now

Engaging in swordplay, roasting mountain chickens and hares, occasionally practicing martial arts, or napping under the sun, truly represents a carefree period of youth

"Lu Yuan, you lazy fellow." A voice filled with helplessness and age came from the center of Changchun, belonging to Li Yuanbai

Hehe, it will be another enjoyment

Lu Yuan added cumin, and the rabbit seasoned with cumin looked particularly enticing, making one want to take a few bites immediately for satisfaction

These two, the plump and round one is called Ye Yuan, while the slender and thin one is called Ye Fang

The techniques I have mastered are the two most powerful skills of Beifeng: the Cloud Dragon Heart Method and the Wind and Cloud One Hundred and Eight Swords

In the realm of cultivation, ordinary individuals simply do not possess the qualifications to acquire superior cultivation techniques

Fortunately, the qualifications are not too poor

The yellow wine has long been prepared beside us. After a while, when the rabbit is roasted to perfection, we can enjoy a hearty meal with the yellow wine and the rabbit, truly a great pleasure

The sun is high in the sky, just right for a nap

If being called a lazy person is the case, then so be it; it is not a big deal

The sound of clashing swords echoed, the waves of blades rolling fiercely, the intent of the swords chillingly sharp. In an instant, numerous strikes had already been exchanged, the incessant sound of sword clashes filling the air. Amidst this cacophony, Lu Yuan shouted, "You two gluttons, do you really need to be so obvious in trying to snatch food? Don't worry, this time I've caught three rabbits, and there will be a share for you."

Indeed, days filled with wine and meat are certainly comfortable

If Master Li Yuanbai were to know that the techniques he taught, including his swordsmanship, were primarily used to hunt game and satisfy one's appetite, he would surely be infuriated

"After practicing for so long, I am feeling a bit tired. Where should I go for a stroll?" A sly boy of about fifteen or sixteen said with a grin, as he quickly climbed up a tree: "First, I'll take a nap in this warm sun on the tree, and then I'll think about it." After saying this, the boy fell asleep on the tree.

This young man is not particularly tall, somewhat slender, and has a lively appearance, with a pair of eyes that reveal a hint of cunning

Speaking of meat

A rabbit is roasting above.

At this moment, in the courtyard of the residence in Changchun, there stood a boy of about fifteen or sixteen years old

At that moment, a beam of sword light swiftly flew by from the side, coming from the east, directly aimed at the rabbit that was about to be roasted. Simultaneously, another beam of sword light swept in from the west, also targeting the same rabbit. The two beams of sword light surged forth at the same time, exuding an extreme chill. Lu Yuan was not the least bit surprised; he drew the long sword from its sheath and instantly positioned it to guard against both the east and west, firmly protecting the rabbit.

Above the North Peak, clouds entwine and winds swirl

The more meridians that are opened, the more abundant the true energy becomes

Only a very few individuals can attain exceptional martial arts techniques

The Xianmen of Mount Huashan is hidden amidst the glow of the clouds and the winds.

With the blessing of the Cloud Dragon Heart Method, I have reached the fourth level of the Qi Refining Stage and the Eight Extraordinary Meridians in just six years, without putting in much effort in my cultivation.

Lu Yuanyi is fond of good food, and his brothers Ye Fang and Ye Yuan share the same passion. On one occasion, the three of them met by chance and became good friends. Their shared interests led to a strong bond among them.

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The differences in cultivation methods have a significant impact; if you use an inferior method, your efforts will yield minimal results, whereas employing a superior method will lead to greater outcomes with less effort