Chapter Seven, Entering the Condensed Qi

The innate energy within the sea of consciousness is exceptionally active during the hour of the rat, drifting and dancing back and forth. After being captured by the divine consciousness of the White Cloud Tower, several strands of pure energy will gradually flow in from the chaotic space beyond the sea of consciousness.

After a moment, a barely noticeable ripple seemed to pass by in the upper right corner, fleeting and ephemeral

Half a stick of incense later, the White Cloud Tower finally found the second wisp of pure energy. After enveloping it with spiritual awareness, the two wisps of pure energy were combined into one, noticeably becoming more robust.

Young master, you are being greedy, aren't you

The pure qi may indeed be the innate qi, thus the Baiyun Tower began to concentrate and search above the sea of memories

Last night, Baiyun Tower finally connected the Ren and Du meridians. Although the passage that was established is extremely narrow, it is finally possible to circulate the Minor Heavenly Cycle.

The sphere of divine consciousness successfully enveloped it, attempting to devour it in vain; however, the wisp of pure energy wrapped in the divine consciousness seemed to have been marked by it.

With the experience of gathering Qi in the Dantian, Baiyun Tower proceeded with ease, employing the incantation to nurture this hidden orifice with innate true Qi

The practice has reached a threshold, so there is no need to rush; there is plenty of time ahead. It is time to set off, as Uncle Li is probably waiting anxiously at the inn.

Before parting, a letter was left behind, asking the young Taoist who guards the mountain path to deliver it to the old Taoist, which contained expressions of gratitude

After several rounds of nurturing, Baiyun Tower felt a slight sense of fatigue. After a brief hesitation, it relaxed its consciousness, and its awareness leaped out of the sea of consciousness, returning to the quiet chamber

On the second day, I slept in the Baiyun Building until the sky was bright, and when I woke up, I felt refreshed and invigorated

Then hurry up, I am already a bit hungry

Baiyun Tower hurriedly focused his consciousness and moved towards the location of the fluctuation, and indeed, he came into contact with a subtle yet tangible stream of air

After further attempts, ordinary spiritual energy clusters can also pass through this narrow meridian channel to reach the third acupoint

After the midnight hour, the innate energy becomes exceedingly languid, moving slowly. Even if the innate energy within the sea of consciousness is completely captured, the amount of innate energy that can escape into the chaotic space is also very limited

Throughout the entire sea of consciousness, this ocean of memories is formed from the chaotic memories acquired later in life, which can be regarded as the sinking murk. Where there is murk, there should also be the rising clarity

Time flows, and it has been five days since I bid farewell to the Flowing Clouds View. The past few days of cultivation have been quite smooth, and my sea of consciousness has expanded to a radius of thirty feet. Each day, I can devour more than ten azure glowing points.

In the sea of consciousness, the spirit of the White Cloud Tower silently observed the fluctuations of the innate energy, yet did not rush to take action

Only the moon is seen slanting over the western mountains outside the window, it is already late at night, the White Cloud Pavilion is indifferent and does not pay attention, it simply lays down to sleep, as for the matters of cultivation, it is best to go with the flow and be at ease

In recent days, Baiyun Tower has utilized approximately half of its innate energy to cultivate the Heavenly Eye, while the remaining half has been employed to refine true energy and open the meridians

Walking down the mountain slowly towards the rising sun, I suddenly paused and looked back. I saw the Chuyun Peak faintly shrouded in a mist of spiritual energy under the sunlight, exuding an ethereal aura. I couldn't help but be taken aback; the heavenly eye had seemingly opened to me overnight.

Upon approaching, the divine consciousness detected a hidden orifice the size of a yellow bean, shaped like a pine nut. This was a secret orifice, not located on any meridian. Baiyun Tower did not hesitate; with a flash of divine consciousness, it infused the innate energy into it.

The innate true energy gradually permeated the acupoints, establishing a faint connection between the acupoints and the consciousness, and the previously desiccated acupoints were revitalized by the nourishing innate true energy

Having initially nurtured this hidden passage, the consciousness of the Baiyun Tower became somewhat sharper. Upon returning to the sea of consciousness, in less than the time it takes to brew a cup of tea, the consciousness captured three strands of innate energy

Subsequently, Baiyun Tower enveloped this wisp of pure energy with spiritual awareness and sank it into the dantian, then operated the incantation, focusing the mind and gathering energy

... ...

Uncle Li understands me, hahahaha

Uncle Li turned around and replied, "Alright, young master, you are just in time. Up ahead is Zhao Family Market, and today happens to be the double market day, which is the largest market within dozens of miles around here."

Then, the Baiyun Tower attempted to release it back into the sea of consciousness, and indeed, it could still sense the direction of this wisp of clear energy

Subsequently, taking advantage of the half hour just before midnight, Baiyun Tower operated dozens of small circulations of innate energy, ultimately condensing a brilliant spiritual energy orb within the dantian, which slowly rotated, becoming round and solid, with its aura permeating throughout.

It appears that the consumed spirit orbs have nourished the previously parched acupoints and meridians

After the small circulation is completed, the true qi circulates autonomously within the Ren and Du meridians with each breath, gently nourishing the meridians and the physical body. As the spiritual energy in the dantian rotates, it gradually condenses the scattered spiritual energy throughout the body, eliminating any concerns of dissipation

Baiyun Tower, with a calm and unhurried demeanor, used its spiritual consciousness to control the operation of the new aura group in the small circulatory system, and this time it seemed to proceed much more smoothly

This stream of pure energy successfully coalesced into a spiritual energy sphere, while the Baiyun Tower operated its energy gathering technique, causing the spiritual energy around the body to gradually condense into the dantian, merging with the spiritual energy sphere formed by the pure energy.

Baiyun Tower leaned against the car window, gazing at the undulating green mountains outside the carriage window, the distant village with curling smoke rising, her thoughts swaying with the wind, her heart filled with joy, she called out to the driver: "Uncle Li, please stop at the next town."

After using a little more than half an hour, I barely captured three strands of pure energy. My consciousness enveloped the innate energy that had been fused and slowly moved it to the place marked by the old Daoist seal

Baiyun Tower returned to the inn, called for Uncle Li, paid two taels of silver to rent a horse-drawn carriage, and set off. The journey to Xinlu Academy spans over three hundred miles, and with half a month remaining before the academy opens, there is ample time, so there is no need to rush.

In the warm spring month of March, as the grass grows and the orioles fly, the spring breeze caresses the face, while the White Cloud Pavilion leans against the carriage window, gazing at the scenery outside.

It is evident that this strand of pure energy brought by the divine consciousness must be the innate true energy. Baiyun Tower did not attempt further and redirected its thoughts back to the sea of consciousness

In recent days, the Baiyun Tower has generally grasped the规律 of the innate energy. The innate energy drifts within the sea of consciousness, sometimes gathering and sometimes dispersing, but there is a general constant. As the sea of consciousness expands and enlarges, the innate energy also increases accordingly

The Heavenly Eye has already approached a small level of achievement, subtly giving a sense of breakthrough. While focusing and exploring the innate energy in the sea of consciousness, one can already see a faint white glow emanating from the innate energy.

Although the old Daoist has only achieved minor success after more than ten years of cultivation, his strong and resilient spiritual awareness, along with the powerful innate true qi, allows him to attempt the practice of the Heavenly Eye technique. If he can make a breakthrough, it should also be beneficial.

This hidden passage is indeed marvelous; now that the hidden passage has come to life, the consciousness of Baiyun Tower seems to have gained a bit more vitality in an instant

It was not until the third acupoint was reached that it was completely exhausted, and the meridians through which the spiritual energy had flowed were left with a narrow passage that never closed again

Upon deep contemplation, this innate energy is extremely difficult to perceive. If the Daoist's teachings on the Heavenly Eye can be successfully cultivated, it should aid in the exploration of innate true energy

Having perceived this pattern, the cultivation at Baiyun Tower has also become systematic

We set out at sunrise and rest at sunset, traveling along the official roads. With Uncle Li accompanying us, every step of the journey is meticulously arranged.

Finally, on the deep night of the fifth day of cultivation, Baiyun Tower broke through to the Qi Condensation stage, truly stepping into the realm of cultivation.

Having gained an experience in nurturing, subsequent attempts became increasingly proficient, and this hidden key was gradually refined through nurturing.