Chapter 003: Establishing the Nine Heavens of Foundation
With both hands forming seals, Lin Tian closed his eyes. The Nine-Nine Return to One method circulated around him. Under the illumination of the silver moonlight, strange waves of pitch-black mist began to rise from his body, and in an instant, the black mist enveloped Lin Tian completely.
Hahaha... Despite having lost all his cultivation, Lin Tian's expression showed no signs of dejection. Instead, he stood up and laughed wildly, his laughter shaking the branches of the trees in the courtyard.
When the vital energy of heaven and earth circulates within the eight meridians and reaches a critical point where it can no longer accommodate any more vital energy, Lin Tian, sitting cross-legged, suddenly opens his eyes. Two brilliant beams of light burst forth from his pupils, and the vital energy of heaven and earth that has condensed within his meridians rushes towards his heart meridian.
Lin Tian thought to himself in this manner, and then continued his secluded and simple cultivation in the room
The unblocking of the heart meridian signifies that the primordial energy of heaven and earth is about to condense into true qi within the body. Only then can it circulate through the channels of the Great Zhou Tian, and the combat power of the martial artist will become even stronger as the primordial energy of heaven and earth is refined into true qi.
The recovery of the meridians went smoothly. On the day he broke through, Lin Tian pushed open the door, and bright sunlight poured in, causing him to squint slightly. His once pale and bloodless face now radiated a rosy glow.
The courtyard where Lin Tian resides is located in a remote area of the Lin family estate, thus his laughter is heard by only a very few people. Many consider Lin Tian to be mad again and pay him no attention.
Is it worth it? ... ... Lin Tian couldn't help but ask himself
Getting off the bed, Lin Tian rubbed his temples and walked to the window, breathing in the fresh air
As Lin Tian pondered, the door was slowly pushed open by a figure clad in a pink long dress, her skin as white as jade, and her bright eyes, reminiscent of autumn waters, radiated intelligence. Her unparalleled beauty could be described as a captivating beauty that could enchant a city.
In the courtyard, Lin Tian moved like a dragon, leaping like a monkey. Each move appeared as light as a gentle breeze, yet was as powerful as thunder. Every punch he threw into the air produced a dull sound, and the slightly cool yet warm essence of the world continuously seeped into his body, gathering within.
It must be acknowledged that, in Lin Tian's heart, he has feelings for Murong Xier; however, given his identity and status within the Lin family, it is entirely impossible for him to be worthy of her.
Moreover, with this experience, Lin Tian is completely confident that in nine days, he will be able to achieve the ultimate unity of nine into one
Xi Er walked out of the door with disappointment in her heart, while Lin Tian accompanied her. As he watched her lonely figure turning back every three steps, he smiled and watched her leave, ultimately closing the door.
Returning to unity, once achieved, indeed brings great benefits; however, it also requires a commitment to spend more time lingering in the foundational realm.
According to common reasoning, a useless individual who cannot cultivate would inevitably feel very inferior in such an environment. However, from Lin Tian, she not only never saw any signs of inferiority, but instead, his youthful and resolute face was always radiating with confident sunshine.
Boom
The Heavenly Eye bestowed upon Lin Tian an unparalleled talent for cultivation. As the boxing technique gradually unfolded, fierce gusts of wind from his punches stirred up clouds of dust and fallen leaves, giving rise to a profound artistic conception of the martial art. Lin Tian felt as if he had transformed into a solitary and proud thunder dragon, gazing down upon the myriad beings of the world.
The young girl named Murong Xier is the daughter of the Murong family in Yunmu City. Due to the deep-rooted friendship between the Murong family and the Lin family, this quirky little girl recently came to visit the Lin family.
Suddenly, Lin Tian's face became resolute, and he coldly murmured as if to himself: "Why hesitate? One must give up to gain!"
The so-called martial intent refers to the will of the martial artist, which symbolizes the state of mind that emerges only after the martial artist has attained a certain level of understanding in the martial way. Each martial artist is unique, and thus the state of mind they cultivate is naturally different.
Given that such a powerful method is placed here, if it were to be left unattended and ignored, Lin Tian felt that it would be a sheer waste of a precious resource
Not bad, during the first cultivation, although it is still insufficient to break through and open the meridians to advance to the first level, it is only a hair's breadth away. While eating at the stone table in the courtyard, Lin Tian thought to himself with some joy.
Has that Third Brother found a solution yet? Murong Xier asked curiously. She was naturally aware of Lin Tian's situation. Unlike the ridicule, mockery, and disdain from others, she was always filled with curiosity about Lin Tian.
"Hmm, don't worry, I won't forget." Smiling and nodding, Lin Tian really wanted to reach out and pinch Xi Er's nose, but in the end, he refrained from doing so
Give it a try. With a confident smile at the corners of his mouth, Lin Tian murmured to himself, if the speed of cultivation is difficult to accept, then he could simply give up midway
Using the innate vital energy to nourish the meridians and employing the method of returning to unity through the practice of the Nine-Nine, this is Lin Tian's plan for the future
A full thirteen days, plus the previous four days, amounts to a total of seventeen days. Aside from his father Lin Wei and Mu Rong Xi'er, who often came to visit Lin Tian during this period, it seems that the other members of the Lin family have forgotten about his existence.
The foundational cultivation is the first step for a martial artist, requiring the unblocking of the eight extraordinary meridians throughout the body, allowing the vital energy of heaven and earth to circulate in the small universe between the eight meridians. By connecting the eight meridians to the heart meridian, one constructs the great universe, which is equivalent to hetushu.comcom, marking the completion of the final step in foundational cultivation
Oh... well, you must come then. The bright sparkle in her eyes suddenly dimmed, and Xi'er pouted her little lips in disappointment
Certainly, this is merely a hint; with Lin Tian's current cultivation, he is still unable to manifest martial intent. True martial intent can exert pressure on opponents and even shake the heavens and the earth
Unbeknownst to him, it was not until a servant came to deliver food and pushed open the courtyard gate, causing a sound, that Lin Tian was awakened from the realm of his martial arts.
Hehe, whether or not there is, Third Brother, will you accompany me to go out for a stroll? Being cooped up in the house all day, don't you find it bothersome? Xi'er’s smile has always been so radiant, in Lin Tian's eyes, it is as brilliant as fireworks.
Due to the cultivation of the meridians with each practice, even after the energy is dispersed, although the extraordinary meridians and the heart meridian are indeed blocked, the strength of the meridians is still retained. This means that Lin Tian, at the first level, can condense the natural energy of heaven and earth that an ordinary martial artist at the eighth level can condense. Consequently, the cultivation of the ninth level of foundation establishment can be described as effortless and enjoyable
This set of martial arts is named "Thunder Moves Across the Nine Heavens" and is classified as a Level 5 technique. Only the direct descendants of the Lin family are permitted to practice it. Apart from Lin Tian, the only others in the entire Lin family qualified to cultivate and comprehend it are his two elder brothers and his father, Lin Wei
Generally, martial artists develop their own martial intent only after a long period of cultivation. However, Lin Tian was somewhat surprised that he was able to touch the edge of martial intent so quickly
A smile appeared at the corners of Lin Tian's mouth, yet he did not expect that merely practicing the Thunder Movement of Nine Heavens for the first time would lead to a tendency to generate martial intent. This is undoubtedly a delightful matter
Having lived for eight years amidst ridicule and scorn, Lin Tian's character is both resolute and reserved. He does not seek to publicize his own matters, as it is essential to harbor no ill intentions towards others while remaining vigilant against potential harm from them.
Gazing up at the sky, he was unaware that the sun had already set, and dusk had fallen. Lin Tian continued to practice his boxing, immersed in the arduous training. Whenever he felt fatigued, he would sit cross-legged to meditate and absorb the vital energy of heaven and earth. Once he had recovered, he would resume his boxing, repeating this cycle over and over again
In just three days, a period that would astonish anyone who hears of it, a dramatic transformation occurred in Lin Tian's life.
In just three days, he cultivated to the ninth level of Foundation Establishment; if this were to be spread, it is likely that no one would believe it. However, this truly happened to Lin Tian.
I heard that San Ge has locked himself in his room for four days, thinking he was ill, so I came to check on you. Murong Xier playfully stuck out her pink tongue and walked gracefully towards Lin Tian.
"How could that be? San Ge is in good health; he has recently been focused on researching how to cultivate, which is why he has been in seclusion"
Gains and losses are, in themselves, a way of achieving balance in the universe
A wave of excruciating pain, as if his heart were being torn apart, spread throughout Lin Tian's body. His mind went blank, and the mysterious door seemed to gradually open before him. A surge of vibrant life force surged within him like a gushing divine spring, while the vast energies of heaven and earth seemed to converge towards him in a frenzy.
"Third brother, why are you alone in the room?" The girl's voice was like a silver bell, echoing in the ears, truly pleasant and melodious
As the saying goes, "Accumulating knowledge leads to a sudden breakthrough." Although Lin Tian has been unable to cultivate for eight years, his comprehension of the hundreds of martial arts techniques in the library has allowed him to grasp the essence of martial arts, even surpassing that of his father. What would take others several years to achieve in cultivation, for him, is merely a matter of three days.
Fate is not predetermined; it is something that one must take control of oneself. Everything one wishes to possess must be fought for with one's own hands and a persistent heart.
The appearance of the black mist obstructed the continuous influx of the world's vital energy converging towards Lin Tian. The power of the black mist was extremely cold, and Lin Tian could feel the energy within his meridians being incessantly eroded. The trace of true energy that had just been condensed was also devoured by the black mist. In the blink of an eye, the previously opened extraordinary meridians and heart meridian were once again blocked, instantly reverting to their original state
It seems that a solution has been found. With a gentle smile, Lin Tian did not mention the matter of the Primordial Qi Enlightenment Technique and the Nine-Nine Return to One Method.
The innate vital energy nourishes the Eight Extraordinary Meridians. Although the days of cultivation are monotonous and arduous, for Lin Tian, they pale in comparison to the ridicule and mockery he has endured over the years.
True Qi is the power refined from the primordial energy of heaven and earth to a certain degree. When True Qi permeates the entire body's meridians, it signifies the foundation of the Nine Heavens.
Even if Murong Xier herself is willing, her family would not permit a useless person who cannot cultivate to marry the family's precious daughter. After all, Murong Xier is the only daughter of the head of the Murong family, destined for a brilliant future
Walking into the courtyard, Lin Tian raised his hand to practice boxing. In martial arts training, aside from the conventional practice of sitting cross-legged, practicing boxing simultaneously allows the vital energy of heaven and earth to permeate the body through breathing and the pores, enhancing the effectiveness of the training. Moreover, it also deepens the practitioner's understanding of the techniques and principles of boxing.
"Recently, San Ge has been busy. In a couple of days, I will come to find you, and then we can go out and have some fun, how about that?" However, under Xi Er's hopeful gaze, Lin Tian suddenly declined.
For a martial artist, the elevation of strength represents a significant turning point in the cultivation of martial arts, allowing one to advance to a stronger realm; however, for Lin Tian, it requires a sacrifice.
"Hehe, why has Xi Er come?" Lin Tian turned his head and said with a smile