Chapter 1, Little Ling'e

I ask you, what binds you to your hometown, as the sages of old endured hardships to achieve their destinies

Three people

Ling'e, please listen carefully

Ling E, you must remember this, " Qi Yuan looked down at his precious disciple, whom he had just picked up from a vast world, his expression serious, his eyes shining with light, and the wrinkles on his face seemed to form two large characters.

Master, but there are only the two of us

As the master and disciple entered the formation, several white cranes swooped down from the clouds, upon which stood a few young individuals dressed in Daoist robes and colorful skirts, who were the disciples responsible for patrolling the mountains at that moment

Falling before the thatched cottage, the white clouds disperse on their own

The sunlight in the mountains has just set, and the surface of the small lake shimmers with glimmers of light

sound of water

The melodious sound of the bell drifts back and forth among the clouds. As the center of the three thousand worlds, the five continents of the primordial wilderness welcome the dawn of a new day. The sun rises from the eastern sky, while the stars retreat into the firmament.

Master Qi Yuan looked up at the few white clouds drifting in the sky and lightly remarked, "You still have a senior brother above you, a disciple I took in a hundred years ago. Nowadays, he can also be considered... well, a talented individual capable of standing on his own.

As the jade talisman shimmered with a gentle green light, a crack slowly appeared in the protective mountain formation, allowing the old Taoist to lead the young girl into the interior

The girl's cloth boots tread upon the short grass still glistening with dew, soft and gentle. The fragrance of the grass and trees mingles with the gentle breeze, causing her to unwittingly become enchanted by the beautiful scenery of the lake, her delicate pink lips unable to resist a soft exclamation of admiration

The young girl blinked her eyes, and although she was somewhat puzzled, she still obediently nodded in response

The senior brother practicing in the Immortal Gate must be a wise and powerful immortal, possessing an elegant demeanor, surely resembling the heroic figures from the legendary stories I have heard since childhood, those who vanquish demons and eliminate evil

The old master suddenly let out a soft sigh, as if feeling deflated, and said in a low voice: "Your senior brother has encountered some issues in his practice, hmm, he often speaks nonsensically and also espouses some heretical views.

Accompanied by the morning light, a white cloud slowly drifts in from the eastern sea, flying directly to the vicinity of this grand formation

You must remember that our sect is called "Duxianmen". The founding master is the renowned Du'e Zhenren from the current list of celestial beings in the West Kunlun. The doctrine passed down is known as "Yiqi Zhengtiandao", which is an extremely profound method for attaining longevity

The girl's focus was not at all on 'monopolizing the hill'; she counted on her fingers.

In a low murmuring voice, the old priest led the young girl towards the thatched cottage, raised his hand to push open the two wooden doors, and a strange medicinal fragrance wafted towards him. The old priest's eyes widened as he saw the source of the aura he had sensed.

To guide others and oneself across the dark river, to bring laughter to others and to the divine to dispel calamities

Master, when will Ling'e be able to ride the crane and soar through the sky

Then listen to the old priest sing with emotion

Under the shining sun, the great array's walls refract a faint rainbow glow, with visible streams of spiritual energy drifting back and forth within the array

The formation here only serves to block external probing. Due to the regulations of the Immortal Sect, within the protective mountain formation, only the forbidden area at the back mountain is equipped with a defensive array

In some open spaces beside the forested lofts, there are also many figures sitting cross-legged, practicing breathing exercises, and soaring in dance, creating a picturesque scene of a celestial mountain.

In the dense jungle, one can see many rare birds and animals, and the only few buildings are two thatched cottages by a small lake halfway up the mountain, along with several medicinal herb gardens beside the cottages

Cough! The old master covered his mouth and coughed, "In my earlier years of cultivation, I made some mistakes, but I achieved immortality in the past twenty years or so

The young girl suddenly felt the world spinning around her; although she was being held by her master, she immediately leaned to the side and fell over.

The old man, quite pleased, stroked his beard and smiled, and in his moment of pride, he did not forget to flick his whisk.

The old man and the young girl suddenly began to sway back and forth. The old priest's expression changed, and he hurriedly pulled the girl back, unable to restrain himself from cursing loudly

That is a small paper figure placed on a wooden bed

Just as she was about to fall, the girl could not help but look towards the sound of the water

On the surface of the lake, a tall figure is soaring into the sky. He is wearing only a pair of black long pants, and his strong, well-proportioned muscles glisten with a faint light under the sunlight, while his wet long hair cascades down like two shimmering waterfalls.

Indeed, hehehe...

The old master observed the reaction of his young disciple with a smile and said in a loud voice, "Changshou, why don't you come out and meet your junior sister?"

Unlike the scenes within the mountain gate where "carved beams and painted rafters are hidden in the forest, and flying eaves and pagodas hang from pointed tops," this mountain peak is more rustic and simpler, resembling a place seldom trodden by people in everyday life

Although our lineage now consists only of the three of us, master and disciple, we have indeed claimed a mountain peak within the sect, which is truly a great honor

However, the thatched cottage is quiet and still, with no movement inside

The young girl performed a proper bow with her hands clasped, saying, "Disciple is here!"

Oh? Did I not tell you along the way? Look at my memory.

In the future, you may seek his guidance on your practice, but above all, do not listen to his teachings on the principles of being a person

"Yes! The disciple understands!"

I will first take you back to our peak, and then I will handle various matters related to your entry.

Today, I will lead you into this immortal gate. From now on, you must diligently cultivate and not show the slightest negligence. Strive to achieve success in your cultivation as soon as possible, tread the path of immortality, seek longevity, and attain that carefree Dao fruit

I do not see the Immortal Platform and the Ascending Pavilion, I only hear the song of the Nine Flowers in the Heavy Sky

When

The young girl tilted her head and quietly asked, "But Master... have you ascended to immortality?"

The young girl stood on tiptoe and said, "Master, your smile is quite strange."

The young girl's large, sparkling eyes reflected the graceful figures of the two female disciples in the background

This place is the Eastern Victory Divine Continent, a top-tier cultivation ground in the Three Realms

The little girl in the lotus dress softly asked, "Master, why don't we go to Central China to occupy a spiritual vein?"

The delicate wisps of smoke rise, while the subtle strings of music descend

Indeed, it is as I imagined...

The primordial chaos gives rise to the calamity of dragons and phoenixes, while ten thousand events pass in the blink of an eye

"If we can occupy a spiritual vein in the vicinity of the Central Divine Land, our sect's strength will be immensely formidable"

Let us go and follow the master into the formation

Oh no, it's the soft immortal fragrance paired with longevity!

The old man shouted again, "Changshou? Why are you hiding inside the house? Are you still feeling embarrassed or what?"

Following the tip of the whisk that fluttered upwards, one could see, nestled between several towering peaks, a somewhat "underdeveloped" low hill.

Several ethereal fish leaped out of the water, adorned with glistening droplets, as if greeting the newly arrived young Qi refiners

The old man, at ease and content, rode on a white cloud, taking the young girl directly down to the halfway point of the mountain, passing through a simple formation.

In the mountains, celestial birds and spiritual beasts frolic within; amidst the clouds and mist, a few figures occasionally appear like startled swans.

She responded, her voice resembling the first chirp of a fledgling, melodious and enchanting, yet tinged with a hint of timidity, "Hmm, it is quite impressive!"

Linger, ah

The old man was momentarily at a loss for words, chuckling awkwardly, "There are too many formidable figures in the land of Central China, and one cannot find peace while occupying the spiritual veins there; it is far better to be at ease and tranquil in this place...

The young girl nodded earnestly, while the old priest flicked his dust whisk and slowly approached the large formation on a white cloud, also taking out a palm-sized jade talisman.

Strange, the breath is clearly inside

They greeted the old Taoist with a salute, addressing him as 'Master Qi Yuan', and after inquiring whether the young girl was the old Taoist's newly accepted disciple, they gracefully departed, stepping on a white crane.

Yes! The disciple has remembered everything

The sunlight was just right, and the young man's somewhat handsome face reflected in the girl's eyes, causing her small face to flush instantly

However, she has not yet cultivated her skills, how could she withstand the effects of the medicine? Before she completely fell, she had already fainted, her small face still flushed.

On the clouds stood two figures, one tall and one short. The tall one was an elderly Taoist priest with graying hair, accompanied by a delicate young girl who appeared to be around eight or nine years old

Look, this is our Little Qiongfeng

The young girl subconsciously glanced at the closed door of the hut, a hint of anticipation rising within her heart

Oh?

Wow

Since the ancient battle between the Lich and the gods, the Way of Heaven has flourished for the human race. Our human alchemists have gradually occupied most of the lands, except for the Northern Julu Continent, spreading across the Three Thousand Great Worlds and countless Small Thousand Worlds. However, the Southern Zhanbu Continent, being the source of human fortune, restricts our entry and exit.

"Ling'e, do you see those celestial mountains ahead? They are indeed exquisite and majestic, aren't they"

The valiant and formidable senior brother

Serious

The white clouds drift leisurely, and so does my heart; with the gentle breeze by my side, what need is there for sorrow?

The little girl nodded obediently, her bright eyes gently blinking, and her slightly chubby face was adorned with a smile full of anticipation

The old Daoist finally let out a slight sigh of relief, gently waving the whisk in his hand towards the front.

In terms of interpersonal relationships, the teacher will place emphasis on teaching you

In the northwest of Dongsheng Shenzhou, in an inconspicuous corner near Central Shenzhou, a vast array, smooth and delicate like a turned-over glazed bowl, envelops dozens of emerald peaks within it

Can you remember all of this? This will be your guide from now on, so do not forget it

"Once you have refined the five energies within you, you will be able to manipulate objects and move freely," the old Daoist Qi Yuan said with a smile as he stroked his beard. "What you see as celestial cranes are, in fact, transformations of various magical tools. Do not be anxious; cultivation must be approached gradually.

When Qi Yuan spoke of these matters, a hint of pride also appeared on his weathered old face.

The young girl is exceptionally gifted and quite clever; from a young age, she has been knowledgeable in etiquette and learning. Upon seeing her master so serious, she immediately perked up and focused intently on the instruction

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