Chapter 5, Zhenwu Hall, Baishui River
Unity of self and the external world, with a mind free of distractions, naturally leads to rapid progress in cultivation
As the three individuals stepped out of the grand hall, a warm ray of sunlight suddenly enveloped them. The long-awaited sunlight made the once snow-covered landscape shimmer with a brilliant glow.
Lu Sheng glanced at Zhong Li's figure and hurriedly said: "I will diligently follow the teachings of Master Zhong."
"This junior sister, may I ask where you are from? If you need any assistance, feel free to speak up. My name is Jiang He," a young man said as he approached Li Mengyun.
It is evident that Yi Su has reached the realm of transforming true energy into essence, as he is able to emanate vitality. Meanwhile, Bai Shui He seems to still instill a degree of caution in Yi Su, indicating that Bai Shui He's realm is not inferior to that of Yi Su. These terrestrial beings quickly came to this realization.
It turned out that just now, Li Mengyun's plain dress was lifted by a surge of energy, and her scream immediately drew the attention of everyone around.
"This place is not like the outside; you must pay attention to your words and actions here, and do not bring the filth of the mundane world into this place." Zhong Li said as he walked straight ahead without looking back
Li Mengyun turned around and looked at Lu Sheng: "Lu Sheng, you no longer need to call me 'Miss.' The Li family is no more, and I am no longer the young lady of the Li family. You are no longer a servant; you can just call me Mengyun."
"You! What’s wrong with my surname Jiang? Have I provoked you?" Jiang He was so embarrassed that his face turned completely red.
Lu Sheng pushed Li Mengyun slightly and pointed at Zhong Li's back. Li Mengyun understood Lu Sheng's meaning and said: "I apologize, Master Zhong, Mengyun did not hear just now"
Zhong Li turned around, initially intending to teach Li Mengyun a lesson, but suddenly recalled hetushu.com and Li Mengyun's tragic experiences, and could only suppress his anger: "This place is not like the outside; here, you are no longer the young lady of the Li family. I will send you to Yun Tai Peak, where there are disciples of various physical realms. Once you arrive there, you must adhere to the rules of the teachings."
Zhong Li entrusted the two individuals to Bai Shichun and, after saying a few words, floated away. Bai Shichun had already cultivated to the fourth level of the Heart and Spirit Realm, the Purple Yuan Wisdom Sea, and the immense vitality allowed him, nearing eighty years of age, to still appear radiant and full of vigor
Meng Yun understood... Meng Yun said softly, then let out a long sigh, transforming into a white mist that gradually disappeared into the air
Treading on the thick snow, Lu Sheng followed closely behind Zhong Li, weaving through the dense shadows of the pine trees on Mount Hua. He was soon captivated by the enchanting snowy scenery along the way, while Li Mengyun remained furrowed in deep sorrow, evidently grieving for the loss of her father.
The winter sun is always so warm, Mengyun. On this wonderful day, you should forget your pain and live well, Bai Shuihe said gently to Li Mengyun
It seems that I need to strengthen my physical exercise, as physical weakness requires nourishment. Medicinal materials such as ginseng, fo-ti, reishi, and snow lotus are excellent tonics. Unfortunately, I am financially constrained, Lu Sheng thought to himself
I will be fine; I still want to live well and avenge my father
"What are you thinking about? You seem quite focused on your practice, having not stopped for several hours," Li Mengyun said, patting Lu Sheng on the shoulder.
This Bai Shui River is of a similar age to himself, and his appearance is more outstanding than his own. In terms of martial arts realm, it is even more of a world apart. Lu Sheng suddenly felt a sense of shame, a feeling he had never experienced even when he was a beggar.
Ah!" Li Mengyun suddenly screamed
Lu Sheng nodded: "Yes, we must avenge the head of the Li family and restore justice for you"
Li Mengyun, due to her feelings towards Jiang Yang, harbors a dislike for all individuals with the surname Jiang. Upon witnessing Jiang He being reprimanded, a wave of laughter suddenly erupted in the grand hall
Bai Shuihe stood alongside Li Mengyun and, noticing Lu Sheng's surprised expression, said: "It seems that Brother Lu will surely achieve great proficiency in martial arts in the future. Since it is getting late, shall we go for a meal first?"
After approximately half a day's effort, Lu Sheng had essentially comprehended the entire Snow Wolf Body Training Technique. However, due to Lu Sheng's inherent weakness, the strength of his body and the accumulated force were still insufficient, leading to a subtle feeling of inadequacy when performing actions such as pouncing, grabbing, and thrusting.
Lu Sheng found this scene very amusing, but Li Mengyun suddenly looked at him and walked over. Lu Sheng had no choice but to suppress his laughter and pretended to be contemplating the characters and images on the wall
Li Mengyun gently lifted her delicate head, gazing at the Baishui River with her eyes, which were even more beautiful than the snow-covered ground, and she smiled softly
The snow wolves of the Tianshan Mountains in the Western Regions, in their middle age, endure extreme cold, climb icy rocks, pounce on snow foxes, dig into the rocks to create dens, and lie on the cold ice as their beds, exhibiting remarkable physical strength
Hmm? Zhong Li halted but still did not turn around, "Li Mengyun, why do you not answer me? Have you heard my words?"
Lu Sheng and Li Mengyun walked into the hall, and Li Mengyun's beauty immediately attracted the attention of countless people
In the Zhenwu Hall, over a hundred disciples are practicing various martial arts techniques, some resembling a fierce tiger swinging its tail, while others stand like cranes atop a peak, each displaying a unique form. Surrounding the Zhenwu Hall are numerous martial arts texts, filled with intricate diagrams and characters.
Lu Sheng himself was unclear about why he felt this way, yet he could not articulate anything, only gazing resentfully at the words and images on the wall
Bai Shichun instructed someone to bring the clothes of Li Mengyun and Lu Sheng, gave a few more instructions, and then returned to the cave to continue his seclusion
"This is the Snow Wolf Body Training Technique, a method suitable for those at the first level of physical realm, and it is indeed appropriate for a beginner disciple like you," Bai Shuihe said with a smile to Lu Sheng.
Lu Sheng felt a wave of joy when Li Mengyun called him Lu Sheng instead of Li Sheng: "Mengyun, what are you doing here? The deceased is gone, and the living should live well, which is perhaps the greatest tribute to the deceased"
Lu Sheng suddenly felt a sense of aversion towards Bai Shuihe's smiling face. At first glance, Bai Shuihe's smile seemed warm, but Lu Sheng found it to be overly sweet and hypocritical. Seeing Bai Shuihe take the initiative to explain, he felt it was inappropriate to offend him during their first interaction, so he could only reluctantly express his gratitude.
However, Li Mengyun remained immersed in sorrow, walking with her head down along the way, and did not hear what Zhongli had said
Upon arriving in this place, Lu Sheng naturally intended to explore the surroundings. The pavilions, towers, temples, and grand halls atop the North Peak are all nestled among the snow-covered pines, appearing and disappearing intermittently. Among them, the Zhenwu Hall serves as the location for the disciples to practice their cultivation techniques.
Lu Sheng exclaimed in surprise, "Meng Yun, what is wrong with you?"
Lu Sheng gradually became immersed in the training of the Snow Wolf and the illustrations of the book, forgetting everything in the outside world. In this moment, the entire world consisted solely of himself, mimicking the actions of the figures depicted on the wall and pondering the meaning of each phrase. Those who have reached the realm of the Seven Elements Returning to One would be able to discern that Lu Sheng was currently in a state of formlessness and thoughtlessness, a state of formlessness and thoughtlessness, not contending for vital energy nor causing harm; unafraid of the brilliance of wisdom, unperturbed by the harmony of the myriad deities; free from worry, feeling cool and serene. Those who have reached the realm of the Seven Elements Returning to One would be able to discern that Lu Sheng was currently in a state of formlessness and thoughtlessness, a state of formlessness and thoughtlessness, not contending for vital energy nor causing harm; unafraid of the brilliance of wisdom, unperturbed by the harmony of the myriad deities; free from worry, feeling cool and serene.
Laughter erupted once again in the hall, and Li Mengyun's delicate face turned into a rosy hue, reaching all the way to her ears
Lu Sheng came to the Five Mountains Sword Sect with the intention of diligently practicing. He finally came across a scroll of cultivation techniques and began to study it carefully. This Snow Wolf Body Technique was originally created by a master who comprehended the movements of the snow wolves on the Tianshan Mountains in the Western Regions. It can be considered a fairly good cultivation technique.
This is the method for condensing true energy into four levels of physical refinement. You haven't even entered the first level of bone forging and flesh molding; do you understand this four-level technique
The Huashan School is established at Huashan, the Western Peak among the Five Great Mountains. The main peak rises over 2,000 meters above sea level, with the Nine-Bend Yellow River at its feet, the vast Weihe Plain to the north, and the majestic Qinling Mountains to the south. The ceaseless vitality of nature has shaped this enchanting and extraordinary sacred mountain.
The Baishui River looks very warm when it smiles, and even Lu Sheng finds it quite pleasant to look at. However, when Li Mengyun saw the Baishui River, her face turned even redder, and she nodded slightly.
"Is your surname Jiang?" Li Mengyun said coldly as she looked at the boy, "Get lost, I don't want to see you."
The Zhenwu Hall is located at the summit of Yuntai Peak, facing the vast sky, exuding an imposing grandeur. Lu Sheng walked to the open area outside the Zhenwu Hall and saw Li Mengyun standing in a plain dress on the snow-covered ground before the cliff. He felt anxious that Li Meng and Tushuyun might be in distress, and hurriedly called out: "Miss, Miss"
The Five Great Sword Sects consist of five factions: Taishan Sect, Hengshan Sect, Huashan Sect, Songshan Sect, and Hengshan Sect. Among them, the Huashan Sect is further divided into five peaks: East, South, West, North, and Central. The East Peak is known as Chaoyang Peak, which serves as the residence of the elder Chaoyangzi of the Huashan Sect. The South Peak, known as Luoyan Peak, is also the highest among the five peaks, where the sect leader Zhongli resides. The West Peak, called Lianhua Peak, is overseen by a female elder named Cuiyun Xianzi. The North Peak, known as Yuntai Peak, is home to individuals who are all engaged in cultivating their physical realms, except for Elder Baishichun. Some of these individuals are descendants who have made significant contributions to the sect, while others are princes and royal descendants. As for the Central Peak, it is the forbidden area of the Huashan Sect, and those who trespass shall be executed without mercy.
Lu Sheng scratched his head and gave a silly smile to Li Mengyun, who helplessly rolled her eyes.
"Yi Su, is it not excessive for you to treat the new junior sister this way?" At this moment, a young man with an extraordinary demeanor stepped forward and said sternly. He then turned to Li Mengyun and smiled, saying, "Junior sister, hello. I am Bai Shuihe. If you encounter any difficulties in the future, you can come to me."
Hehe. Lu Sheng smiled foolishly, then suddenly changed to a look of surprise, "What, has it been several hours? Why do I feel like it has only been half an hour?"
Meng Yun forced out a faint smile, her pale face resembling a blooming white rose, which made Lu Sheng feel a wave of heartache.
Li Mengyun nodded slightly, indicating her agreement with the suggestion of Baishui River. Lu Sheng also felt embarrassed to decline, and the three of them walked out of the main hall side by side
Meng Yun, however, no longer paid him any attention, instead focusing intently on the illustrations and text on the wall. Jiang He could only awkwardly walk away.