Chapter 0001 A Small Repair on Qingping Mountain

Flowers fall and bloom, spring departs and returns

Wu Daoren coldly snorted and said: "Since you have not learned it all, then continue to learn."

On this day, after a year of seclusion, Daoist Wu emerged from his retreat. As was customary, he intended to assess the progress of his disciples' cultivation over the past year. Therefore, in front of the thatched cottage where he had secluded himself, beneath the old locust tree that resembled an umbrella, five meditation cushions were lined up in a row, and the disciples had long been waiting for their master to emerge.

Master, I am right here!

The Taoist priest Wu shook his head and sighed, saying: "You see, cultivation is like rowing upstream; if you do not advance, you will fall back. You must not be negligent."

The four major realms of Qi Refinement practitioners are: refining essence into Qi, refining Qi into spirit, refining spirit back to emptiness, and merging emptiness with the Dao. Each major realm is further divided into three minor realms. Each minor realm is also divided into four stages. Chen Xuanqiu has already achieved the Great Perfection in all twelve stages of the first major realm, refining essence into Qi.

The eldest disciple, Wuma Youxiong, was dressed in a sleeveless shirt, sitting cross-legged on a mat. He exuded a calm and composed demeanor, with a presence as solid as a mountain, and his breath was long and continuous, almost imperceptible.

A single sound rang out, not loud, yet it soared with a momentum that seemed to reach the heavens, lingering and extending, enduring without end

All the disciples rose and paid their respects according to the proper etiquette

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The young man, dressed in a simple linen robe, sat lazily with his legs crossed, resting his elbow on his knee and supporting his chin with his hand. His long hair cascaded over his shoulders, and as a gust of wind blew, it lifted his hair, revealing a nose reminiscent of a suspended gallbladder and lips with distinctly angular lines like those of a diamond. His enchanting peach blossom eyes had a captivating effect, truly stunning.

After Daoist Wu finished speaking, he turned and walked towards the thatched cottage

Chen Xuanqiu said with deep sorrow and indignation: "Yes, Master, it has been a full eighteen years."

With a loud bang, he was "taken away", and under the high temperature, not even a trace was left. When he woke up, he had become the seven-year-old Chen Xuanqiu. At that time, Chen Xuanqiu was practicing under a waterfall, exhausted and fainting; upon waking, he had become him

Upon hearing this, Chen Xuanqiu was overjoyed. Listening to his master's words, he thought to himself, I too am a person with a story! Could it be that all the experiences I have gone through were my master honing my skills? Is it possible that my legend is just beginning?

The "Classic of Eternal Creation" consists of eight volumes. The master said that this scripture encompasses myriad phenomena and is profound and extensive. The first volume discusses how to obscure the heavenly secrets and prevent deductions. The second volume addresses how to conceal one's form and hide one's presence.

Suddenly, a figure resembling a young girl appeared on the trunk of the old locust tree behind. With a charming and innocent demeanor, she spoke a single sentence, and then the girl surged forward. A translucent figure emerged from the tree, and as she gracefully approached Master Wu, clasping her fists in greeting, she had already solidified into a lovely girl dressed in a green skirt

The Daoist Wu sighed, saying: "Ah! It has been eighteen years now, and the past is but a faint memory, as if it were yesterday. Come with me, for I have something to tell you, something to entrust to you!"

Chen Xuanqiu gently touched the rosy little face that had been "tormented" by the two senior sisters, secretly smiling to himself

However, he also stopped at the stage of refining essence into qi. All along, he could only practice the so-called "Zao Hua Bu Si Jing," which sounds impressive but is actually quite vague in content. A qi refiner is only considered to have truly cultivated the Dao after passing through the second minor realm of refining qi into spirit, known as the Golden Core stage.

Daoist Wu glanced at her and coldly snorted, "Stop trying to cover for her; this girl has made no progress in her realm over the past year"

Chen Xuanqiu's lips trembled slightly as he said softly, "Master, do you not think that my talent does not match my appearance?"

Chen Xuanqiu angrily said: "Third Senior Sister, you are speaking sarcastically again. If I do not produce a golden elixir and do not achieve the primordial infant, this physical body will age in a few years, and after a hundred years, it will merely be a pile of yellow earth. You, who are well-fed, do not understand the hunger of the starving.

The young man named Chen Xuanqiu is the fourth disciple of Master Wu. Whenever Chen Xuanqiu thinks about the fact that today his master will assess the progress of his fellow disciples' cultivation, he feels a deep sense of frustration, as his own abilities and cultivation are entirely different from those of his peers. Every time he thinks of this, Chen Xuanqiu becomes filled with sorrow.

The thatched cottage's wooden door opens of its own accord, and an elderly man with white hair and a youthful face emerges gracefully, leaning on a walking stick.

Ye Li : ... ...

Chen Xuansheng's mindset completely collapsed at that moment. Who exactly compiled this "Dao Hua Bu Si Jing"? What exactly does this gentleman do?

Qingyin quickly interjected, "Master, please do not take it to heart. Junior Brother Xuanqiu was merely speaking out of anger. In fact, he did learn some things from the sixth volume. Just look at this outfit I am wearing; it was personally tailored by Junior Brother Xuanqiu, and it fits my figure quite well. The dishes cooked by Junior Brother Xuanqiu are also excellent; just look at how much Junior Sister Yeli has gained weight from eating them."

... ...

Chen Xuanqiu tilted his neck defiantly and said: "I haven't studied volumes six, seven, and eight!"

He did not integrate any memories of this entity, but it is still quite easy for a twenty-six-year-old man to pass himself off as a seven-year-old child

It is merely an ordinary jade green Daoist robe, with a jujube wood hairpin inserted in the hair bun, and not a single long object on the body. Yet, there is an elusive aura of Daoism flowing subtly, exuding a dignified presence. This is the founder of the "Yin Xian Sect," Daoist Wu.

The gaze of Master Wu fixed upon the Great Han, and he nodded with pleasure: "I remember, a year ago you were still in the early stages of your heart's movement, and now you have already formed the Golden Core, making remarkable progress. Once the Golden Core is formed, the formation of the Nascent Soul will be just around the corner."

The Daoist Wu sternly said: "Have I transmitted to you the 'Dao of Creation and Immortality'? Have you managed to cultivate it?"

However, Chen Xuanqiu had no choice; as he watched his fellow disciples steadily improve in their cultivation, he could only practice that cursed "Zao Hua Bu Si Jing." Chen Xuanqiu's heart, which yearned for immortality, was on the verge of extinguishment

The Master said with a smile, "Junior sister's wood element evasion technique has become increasingly refined."

Chen Xuanqiu looked at the martial arts of the Third Senior Sister, his eyes revealing a hint of envy. It would be easy for him to crash into this ancient tree, but he was completely clueless about such miraculous evasion techniques

The Taoist Wu walked past Chen Xuanqiu, but suddenly stopped, turned his head, and said in surprise: "What did you just say? Have you been on the mountain for... eighteen years already?"

Chen Xuanqiu is not actually a person from this world; he hails from Earth, a planet that has developed a technological civilization. He was originally an ordinary company employee. Under normal circumstances, his life trajectory would involve marrying, having children, supporting the elderly, and living out his life peacefully

Daoist Wu exclaimed with great surprise: "Ah~ Xuanqiu's face resembles the moon of the Mid-Autumn Festival, with a complexion like the flowers of spring dawn. Her beauty is not only in her appearance but also in her demeanor. With the grace of a dragon and the elegance of a phoenix, her natural charm is evident. Even when angry, she appears as if smiling, and when she casts a glance of reproach, there is still affection in her eyes. In just a year, she has become even more strikingly beautiful."

In the far west of Dayong, there is a vassal state, conferred by the Ji. To the west of the Ji state lies the boundless sea, which people refer to as the ends of the earth. At the ends of the earth stands a mountain, named Qingping

Chen Xuanqiu, upon seeing this, still felt there was some truth to it. One must consider defeat before victory in order to live a long life. In the novels he had read before, those cultivators often lived for tens of millions or even hundreds of millions of years, yet they were as unstable as old dogs; how could they attain the Great Dao?

This world is developing a cultivation civilization. The first time I saw my master traveling on a sword, like a long rainbow traversing the sky, Chen Xuanqiu was astonished and at a loss for words. Ascending to the heavens and descending to the earth, summoning the wind and calling forth the rain, this celestial realm was something I never expected to witness with my own eyes, and moreover, there was no 'green screen' behind my master

Qingyin happily said: "Thank you, Master, for the compliment!"

The third cushion remains empty, as if someone has yet to arrive

Another eleven years have passed, and now he has completely embraced the identity of Chen Xuanqiu, accepting his fate in this other world. However, he occasionally dreams back and feels sorrow over the eternal farewell to his loved ones, regretting the Okamoto 001 box he had meticulously prepared for Xiaoli, which he will never have the chance to open.

On the fourth mat sat a remarkable young man. The beauty of the young man was such that it could even make one overlook the self-appreciating maiden with her melodious voice beside him

At the age of eight, Master Wu Daoist brought him into the thatched cottage and solemnly imparted to him a copy of the "Dao of Creation and Immortality," leaving Chen Xuanqiu both astonished and delighted once again

Ye Li covered her lips and chuckled, saying, "Junior brother, what talent is needed? Being good-looking is enough."

Mu Li pouted his lips and replied perfunctorily, "I will strictly adhere to the master's teachings"

The founder of the Hidden Immortal Sect is named Wu Ciren. It has been twenty-seven years since the establishment of the sect. Due to his infrequent interactions with the mortal world, his reputation remains low-key. The Hidden Immortal Sect has never actively opened its doors to recruit disciples; instead, Master Wu descends the mountain at his leisure and accepts disciples based on fate. As a result, the sect has not flourished, and over the years, he has only taken in five disciples.

Wuma has met his mentor, Xiong.

The green willows descend towards the azure sea, pointing upwards to the blue sky. Between the sea and sky, there stands a solitary green peak, surrounded by white clouds, resembling a lotus flower, with white leaves and green buds. In the mountains, the forest and springs coexist, in serene joy. The Hidden Immortal Sect establishes its mountain gate here.

The senior brother Wuma Youxiong practices the "Great Transformation Celestial Technique," the second senior sister Man Qingyin cultivates the "Cave Profound Supreme Technique," and the third senior sister Ye Li studies the "Fire Leaving Wood Burning Scripture." Compared to these cultivation methods, the name "Scripture of Creation and Immortality" is in a completely different league.

The young girl performed a bow and said: "Ye Li has met the Master."

The Great Yong embraces the mandate of Heaven, abolishing the tyranny of the previous dynasty, and gaining the support of the multitude. Thus, it received the favor of Heaven, proclaimed itself emperor, and established a nation, known as the Central Capital, feudalizing the world. As the central nation, it governs the four seas, nine continents, and seventy-two routes of vassal states. Now, it has enjoyed the nation for four hundred and forty-four years, with abundant resources and prosperous people, bringing peace and stability to the country

When ~ ~ ~

Until one day, the goddess of his heart, Gong Li, whom he had pursued for a long time, agreed to spend the weekend on a getaway with him

As soon as Chen Xuanqiu opened the "Book of Eternal Life," he began to weep

Dressed in a pale yellow shirt, Manqing Yinyin had already pointed a finger to pierce the water mirror in the air as the sound of the bell rang. She stood there, pretending to be obedient, and at that moment sweetly exclaimed: "Qingyin congratulates Master on his emergence from seclusion"

Daoist Wu walked to the third mat, frowned his white brows, struck the mat with his cane, and shouted, "The rules are becoming increasingly lax, where has Ye Li gone!"

Mu Li said in a spoiled manner: "I just entered late, why not Master go into seclusion for another year? By the time you come out next time, my disciple's realm will have improved."

On the second mat sat a young girl in a pale yellow shirt, who was the second disciple, Man Qingyin. Feeling bored, Man Qingyin cast a spell to draw a "water mirror" in the air. She was looking into the mirror, searching for non-existent pimples on her plump, collagen-rich face.

The Daoist Wu approached Chen Xuanqiu once more. Chen Xuanqiu, like a jade tree standing in the wind, stood with his hands clasped behind his back, casting a sidelong glance at Daoist Wu, his expression unfriendly

Ah! Xiaoli, it's clear to see here. Come quickly, the meteor is coming! I want to make a wish, I want the meteor to take away... Wait, why is it coming towards me?

Only two people are traveling together, and they are a man and a woman. They are to spend two nights, Friday and Saturday, together outdoors. The girl can agree, which implies something that any man would understand, unless she is too much of a tease. For this, he has made ample preparations, but unfortunately, that night there are shooting stars in the sky, and the goddess of his heart wants to see the shooting stars

Daoist Wu stroked his beard and smiled, approvingly saying: "Although the realm of clear sound is still in the phase of integration, the true energy has become more rounded and solid. In another six months, it should be able to give rise to the sea of energy, indeed.

Soon, Chen Xuanqiu discovered another great surprise: he was extraordinarily beautiful, so beautiful that he seemed almost inhuman. With just a light touch of makeup and a subtle application of powder, he could undoubtedly sweep away countless cross-dressers in the realm of feminine attire, reaching the pinnacle of eternal legend. With such looks, he surely wouldn't have to worry about food, would he