Chapter 5, The Essence of the Dao Embodied

Jiang Yue's eyes grew redder and redder, "Why didn't I arrive at the Immortal Gate earlier? If I had learned this Cloud and Rain Technique sooner, so many people in Jiangjia Village wouldn't have died due to the severe drought. My father, my mother, and my younger brother all died, all because it didn't rain."

That is the Cloud and Rain Technique, a spell that can be learned at the first level of Qi cultivation, and it is not considered difficult

With a stiff upper lip, Jiang Yuebai hurriedly called out and chased after Tao Fengnian.

Tao Fengnian trembled all over, staring in astonishment at the drifting green leaves transforming into colorful petals around Jiang Yue Bai. A mysterious and profound aura emanated from her, spreading like ripples.

A matter that can be resolved with a mere wave of the wind, why must you exert yourself to...

Tao Fengnian nodded

Grandfather, was that spell you just performed difficult to learn

The rhythm of the Dao comes swiftly and departs just as quickly. The river moon shines upon a six-year-old girl, who, under the effect of golden light, momentarily perceives the way of heaven, yet is unable to deepen her understanding.

Flowery words and extravagant expressions, embodying the essence of Dao, cleansing the sinews and marrow, transforming the bones and elevating the roots

The bright red spirit fruit was placed into Jiang Yuebai's hands, and she hurriedly bowed, "Thank you, sister... sister"

In just one night, she had already acquired a spiritual radiance, causing Tao Fengnian to tremble slightly

Tao Fengnian let out a cold laugh upon hearing this, "At such a young age, you possess quite the skill in boasting. In my day, it took me twenty-seven days to reach the first level of Qi training. If you can succeed in six days, I might consider keeping you. If not, you should leave as soon as possible"

This is an extremely rare omen of enlightenment from the Dao of Heaven

Tao Fengnian finally could not hold back any longer, "Once you enter the Immortal Gate, there are no longer any titles from the mortal realm. Those with higher cultivation levels than you at the same rank are all addressed as senior brothers or senior sisters, while those with lower levels are called junior brothers or junior sisters. Those one rank higher are referred to as uncles, and those even higher are known as Golden Elixir True Person or Nascent Soul True Monarch, to be addressed with their honorific titles."

After preparing the meal, he did not call Jiang Yuebai. The little girl approached with a beaming smile, and only after Tao Fengnian finished eating and set down his chopsticks did she clean up the remaining food in the pot and wash the dishes.

Five Spiritual Roots

Jiang Yuebai hid the red cherry fruits that he was reluctant to eat in his collar. When he looked up, he saw Tao Fengnian's fingers dancing, as wisps of white mist gathered from all directions, passing through his fingers and converging above the rice fields, forming a thin layer of white rain mist

Grandfather, look, I have cleaned the entire yard

Tao Fengnian frowned slightly, but upon further reflection, she still felt it was a far-fetched tale. If she were a single or dual spiritual root, with the aid of elixirs, it would still be possible within six days in a place rich in spiritual energy

... ...

He let out a heavy sigh, "My wife lost her life back then due to a broken leg from being crushed by a cart, but in the realm of immortality, healing bones and injuries can be accomplished with just two spells."

Ah?

Remember, the path of immortality must be fought for

The moonlight of the river is bright, and the subtle golden gleam has completely vanished into the depths of the eyes

Good child, take this red cherry fruit and eat it

Tao Fengnian feigned indifference, raising his right hand. As his fingers danced, a glimmer of light burst forth, transforming into a gentle breeze that swept over the fallen leaves beneath the moonlit river. In an instant, they all gathered at the foot of the tree

Tao Fengnian hurriedly took out a set of formation flags and arranged a barrier formation around her to conceal her presence, fortunately, there were no people nearby at that moment

As they left the village, Jiang Yuebai noticed that almost everyone greeted Tao Fengnian with great respect, as if he were the village chief

Even a Golden Core True Person may not be able to immediately resonate with the rhythm of heaven and earth; she is still just a child who has yet to enter the Dao

In the past, Jiang Yuebai fought to have enough to eat and to avoid being bullied, but now, she strives even more to resist the inevitabilities of aging, illness, and death, as well as natural disasters and human misfortunes, in order to break free from the constraints of fate and the laws of heaven

Of course, the most important thing is that on that day, the destined root value of one's fate, which is difficult to change, will experience an enhancement. This only occurs once in a cultivator's lifetime, at the moment they first comprehend the Great Dao.

Wow! Is this magic? Grandpa, you are amazing

But she was sent here to hasten his demise

Tao Fengnian had finished applying rain to more than twenty acres of land, and after expending a significant amount of energy, he stopped to rest. Turning around, he saw Jiang Yuebai, who had just been lively and energetic, now sitting under the old locust tree, hugging her knees, with red-rimmed eyes, trying hard not to cry.

Every day, as usual, Tao Fengnian donned his bamboo hat and set out with a hoe to inspect the fields.

If it does not rain from the sky, she will make it rain herself

Hello, you lovely and charming young lady, are you Master Tao's apprentice

Even if he was academically successful and mentally composed in his youth, it still took him three days to draw in the first trace of spiritual energy. Moreover, in the initial stages, without knowing when the spiritual energy would accumulate fully, it is exceedingly easy to become restless and anxious.

Hearing the sound, Tao Fengnian turned around and saw Jiang Yuebai standing in front of Song Peier with a very obedient expression.

Although it is said that drawing energy into the body is not difficult, for beginners, sitting still is contrary to their nature. Moreover, it is even more challenging to calm the mind and feel the spiritual energy, which makes it difficult for many beginners to overcome the hurdle of stillness.

The little girl, dressed in a gray servant's uniform, had a crooked bun and clumsily dragged a broom larger than herself, sweeping the golden fallen leaves under the ginkgo tree with a rhythmic motion, panting heavily and drenched in sweat

Jiang Yuebai wiped the sweat from his forehead with his sleeve and noticed Tao Fengnian standing at the door of the northern room, his face immediately breaking into a smile like the morning sun

The river moon nodded in a way that seemed to understand yet not fully comprehend, unaware that the 'golden light' left for her by the 'female immortal' was guiding her to grasp the underlying principles. "I think I somewhat understand why I need to cultivate immortality..."

Jiang Yue's bright, crystal-clear eyes were filled with admiration, showing no signs of being discouraged by the wasted effort; instead, she looked at Tao Fengnian with eagerness

[Cultivation Method] Qi Induction Technique (3/21)

Immediately after, her expression suddenly darkened, the smile on her face also vanished, and she lowered her head, tightly clutching the hem of her clothes.

It has been a long time since anyone called me sister, little girl, do you know that this year I have already reached the age of sixty-one

He pushed open the door and stepped outside, noticing that the small courtyard with blue bricks had suddenly become tidy and clean, with everything looking brand new.

It turns out that cultivating immortality goes against such a heavenly fate

If I learn, will I be able to water the millet like you do

The gale rises from the ground, the old trees rustle, and the leaves fall like rain

Although it will not enhance her cultivation, it can help her establish an unparalleled determination in the Dao, allowing her to achieve twice the result with half the effort in her future practice when facing mental barriers

Unless all the root values reach nine, forget it!

Someone greeted by the roadside, but Tao Fengnian was in a bad mood and did not want to respond

Tao Fengnian placed his hand behind his back and said, "If you want to learn magic, you must first enter the first layer of Qi Refinement"

Hello, sister, you are beautiful, like a fairy in a painting

Tao Fengnian ignored her, set down the hoe at the edge of the field, crushed a handful of rice grains in his palm, and checked the growth status of the rice against the book.

Jiang Yuebai widened her eyes in surprise and fear, as the person before her appeared to be no more than in their early twenties, completely unlike the wrinkled face of a woman in her sixties.

"I remember, Grandpa, do you want to eat the red cherry fruit?" Jiang Yuebai held up the fruit as if presenting a treasure, secretly swallowing his saliva.

Tao Fengnian's gaze was filled with sorrow and helplessness, "Perhaps this is the reason why countless mortals strive desperately to seek immortality. The fate of mortals is predetermined by heaven, while the destiny of immortals is grasped against the will of heaven"

"Alright, Grandpa, you must not lie!" Jiang Yuebai said with full confidence

Jiang Yuebai raised his head, sniffing, with tearful eyes

Mr. Tao, you are here so early today

However, she already possesses spiritual radiance, indicating that she has not only passed the stage of meditation but has also sensed the presence of spiritual energy and absorbed it into her body

Grandfather, rest assured, in six more days I will be able to reach the first layer of Qi training

Tao Fengnian ignored them, while Jiang Yue, clever and warm-hearted, called out chaotically to everyone, addressing them as uncles, aunts, older brothers, and older sisters

Before long, the rain began to fall gently from the mist, the raindrops cool and refreshing, soaking into the rice fields, causing the heavy rice grains to sway slightly, once again emanating vitality and spirit

Jiang Yuebai gazed at the rain and mist before him, his pupils trembling violently, his heart experiencing an immense shock.

The voice of the celestial maiden resonated in her mind, and Jiang Yuebai felt something being infused into her body by that beam of "golden light breaking through the top, guiding the rhythm of heaven and earth," causing her entire soul to tremble, and the world in her eyes instantly became extraordinarily clear

Noticing that the grains had shriveled and lacked moisture, Tao Fengnian furrowed his brow as he glanced at the increasingly scorching sun, quickly stepping back two paces and raising his hands to form a gesture.

Tao Fengnian looked at Jiang Yuebai for a moment again. Her small face, now clean, was indeed very charming, always smiling and easily endearing to others.

In the gentle breeze, the rice waves surge, with deep yellow hues appearing both near and far, in varying shades of depth.

Tao Fengnian felt a bit irritable, yet he still walked over with his hands behind his back, "Suddenly, what happened?"

Others cultivate immortality for strength, for wealth, for power, and for longevity

Song Peier, dressed in a long cherry blossom pink gown, was beaming with joy at Jiang Yuebai's compliments

But she discovered that the spiritual root value in the cultivation panel had changed

Tao Fengnian cultivated for an entire night, his cultivation level as solid as a rock, showing not the slightest sign of loosening

Tao Fengnian's eyes flickered as he looked at Jiang Yue, whose calm demeanor and serene expression reminded him of Hong Tao's words about her resolute character

Huaxi Valley resembles an earthly village, where all the farmers reside in a small village at the valley's entrance. Behind the village lies a vast expanse of fertile fields, primarily cultivating spiritual grains

She stayed up all night capturing the light clusters. Although it was very difficult and slow, she could directly see the improvements and goals, full of enthusiasm. At this pace...

Jiang Yuebai silently glanced at her cultivation panel

The rooster crows three times, and the morning light is faint.

Grandfather, may I learn this spell

Such occurrences are a blessing for the outstanding individuals of cultivation families, but for her, an ordinary woman with no background, it is a calamity

The river moon was buried with its head down, its shoulders trembling with silent sobs, and Tao Fengnian suddenly felt his eyes redden, a pang of bitterness in his heart

Gathering clouds to bring rain

Children of immortal cultivation families are born to cultivate immortality, without ever considering why, or perhaps just to please their parents

Why, Grandpa, is it that something that can be resolved with just a flick of a finger by an immortal cultivator has cost the lives of everyone in our village? I do not understand, I truly do not understand

Shaking his head, Tao Fengnian went to the kitchen to cook. Following his usual practice, he scooped a bowl of spiritual rice, and just as he was about to rinse it, he paused and angrily added half a bowl more.