Gou Dao and Cultivation of Immortals, Start from Farming

Qixuan Sect, back mountain, tribulation platform.

The sky was covered with thunderclouds.

Li Mu and Xue'er were floating in the air, looking at the sky above the Tribulation Platform from afar. They had solemn expressions and were looking at the rolling thunderclouds in the sky with awe.

In the thunderclouds, lightning flashed like a giant dragon swimming around. Every flash was accompanied by a deafening roar, foreshadowing that the coming thunder disaster would be of great severity.

"Boom!"

The first thunderbolt finally couldn't hold back the might of heaven, and it suddenly cut through the sky, carrying destructive power, heading straight for the giant golden tiger on the tribulation platform.

The golden giant tiger was transformed from a golden Taoist weapon. It radiated a faint golden glow all over its body, its eyes were like torches, and its murderous aura was overwhelming. Facing this devastating blow, it not only did not show any fear, but instead let out a long roar to the sky, shaking the world, and its body was filled with golden light.

"Roar!" The giant tiger moved in response, its body flexibly moving in the air, turning into a series of golden afterimages, facing the bombardment of the thunder head-on.

The golden afterimage was like the toughest shield between heaven and earth, fiercely colliding with the thunder, stirring up layers of air waves, and shaking the surrounding void.

However, is it so easy to deal with a thunder tribulation? The second and third thunder tribulation came one after another, each more violent than the last, as if they were going to tear the golden tiger apart.

The golden tiger was not afraid at all and confronted the enemy head-on, releasing dazzling light and deafening explosions.

"Crack!" A thicker lightning bolt struck from the depths of the thundercloud, its power far surpassing the previous one, as if it was going to swallow up the entire world. Facing this fatal blow, the golden tiger not only did not retreat, but instead aroused a stronger fighting spirit. Its whole body was emitting golden light, and brilliant arcs of electricity flowed between its scales, as if it had merged with the lightning bolt and turned into the most dazzling existence between heaven and earth.

"Roar!" The giant tiger let out an earth-shaking roar, and its entire body suddenly expanded, turning into an even larger golden beast, and directly met the thick thunder. The two collided violently in the air, bursting out with dazzling light and deafening roar, and the entire back mountain seemed to be shaking at this moment.

The huge commotion shocked all the disciples of the Qixuan Sect.

"Who is going through the tribulation? How scary!"

"In that golden light, is it... a spiritual beast in human form? Is it a Taoist weapon refined by the sect master? Is it going through the weapon tribulation?"

"Such a terrifying tribulation thunder, it's obvious that someone is going through a tribulation! But a thunder tribulation of this magnitude, even the elders in the sect can't trigger it, right?"

"Look, that golden giant beast doesn't seem to be a living being, it should be a weapon spirit! That is the Taoist weapon refined by the sect master that is going through the weapon tribulation!"

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The disciples were talking about it, their faces full of disbelief. They were either standing on the top of the mountain or floating in the air, their eyes fixed on the golden beast on the Tribulation Stage and the raging thunderclouds, their hearts filled with shock and curiosity.

The only three remaining elders of the Qixuan Sect, Qin Wentong, Zhong Zilin, and Ge Xinyu, appeared beside Li Mu and Xue'er.

Looking at the giant golden tiger that was undergoing a thunder tribulation above their heads, the three of them showed unconcealable joy on their faces.

"Congratulations, Sect Master, for refining such a top-grade Taoist weapon!" Qin Wentong was the first to bow to Li Mu and congratulate him, with an excitement on his face that was difficult to conceal.

Zhong Zilin nodded repeatedly, his eyes sparkling with joy: "The Sect Master's talent is beyond the reach of our generation. This Taoist weapon not only has amazing defensive power, but it can also shake off thunder. It will certainly be an eighth-level Taoist weapon in the future. Congratulations, Sect Master!"

"Yes! The sect master's weapon-refining skills are becoming more and more sophisticated." Ge Xinyu congratulated him with envy and admiration.

Li Mu smiled slightly, looking deeply at the golden giant beast on the tribulation platform, feeling both relieved and expectant in his heart. He raised his hand gently, condensed a powerful golden spiritual power in his palm, and injected it into the golden giant tiger to help it pass the tribulation.

With the injection of Li Mu's golden spiritual power, the golden giant tiger seemed to have received some kind of mysterious blessing. The golden light on its body became more dazzling, and each scale seemed to contain infinite power, making it easier to fight against the thunder tribulation.

"Roar!" The golden beast roared again, this time with more confidence and composure. It stretched its body and drew a perfect arc in the air, deftly avoiding several lightning bolts that were about to fall. At the same time, it opened its mouth and sucked the surrounding lightning power into its body, as if enjoying the baptism of this lightning calamity.

The thundercloud seemed to be angered by the provocation of the golden tiger. The thunder power gathered crazily, forming an unprecedented huge lightning column, rushing straight into the sky, and suddenly struck the golden tiger. This attack gathered all the power in the thundercloud, and its might was strong enough to change the color of the sky and the earth.

The giant golden tiger was glowing with golden light all over its body, and the sharp golden energy of its golden hair and the blue lightning pillar complemented each other. In full view of everyone, it suddenly jumped up and headed directly towards the huge lightning pillar. The two collided in a shocking manner in the air.

"Boom!" A loud noise that was unprecedented in history spread throughout the Qixuan Sect, and even spread to thousands of miles away.

At this moment, time seemed to freeze and space was distorted. The point where the golden tiger and the lightning pillar collided burst into a dazzling light, like the rising sun, illuminating the entire back mountain.

As the light gradually faded, the thunderclouds also began to dissipate, revealing the long-lost blue sky.

The giant golden tiger on the tribulation platform became even more powerful after being baptized by this thunder tribulation. Although its body did not expand anymore, the sense of power radiating from the inside out made people feel awe.

Seeing this, Li Mu's mouth curled up into a satisfied smile. The 'Tiger King Golden Armor' had successfully survived the weapon calamity and became a true top-grade Taoist weapon. He waved his hand lightly, and the golden giant tiger turned into a stream of light and fell into his palm, turning into an exquisite golden armor pendant, flowing with a faint golden glow, gradually becoming restrained, but it could not conceal its extraordinary demeanor.

At this moment, the entire back mountain seemed to be silent, with all eyes focused on him with immense admiration.

"This weapon is a gift made for Chen Daojun. Whoever of you can advance to the combined mirror stage first, I can personally make a Taoist weapon for you!" Li Mu looked at the three elders and said with a smile.

Hearing this, a hint of excitement and encouragement flashed in the eyes of the three people. They knew what Li Mu's promise meant. A Taoist weapon could often determine the strength and destiny of a cultivator, and a Taoist weapon that he could refine personally was even more valuable.

Qin Wentong took the lead and stepped forward, bowing and saying, "Master, your kindness will be remembered in our hearts. We will practice diligently and strive to break through the realm of refining emptiness as soon as possible and live up to your high expectations." Li Mu smiled and nodded, then said goodbye to the three people and flew to Xuantian Sword Sect with Xue'er.

Xuantian Sword Sect has already entered an unprecedented busy and grand scene in preparation for hosting Chen Daojun's promotion ceremony. Starting from outside the sect's mountain gate, an avenue paved with spiritual stones leads directly to the main peak. On both sides of the avenue, there are blooming flowers and the sounds of spiritual beasts, adding a bit of vitality and solemnity to this solemn occasion.

Inside the sect, above the towering sword peak, there was mist shrouded in clouds, and the sword-riding disciples shuttled through it, making it seem like a fairyland.

On the top of the main peak, a magnificent altar stood tall, engraved with complex and mysterious sword runes, flashing with a faint spiritual light, echoing the stars in the sky. Around the altar, there were various rare spiritual herbs and fruits...;
The sect's disciples were dressed in uniform, moving busily and orderly between various corners. Some were responsible for setting up the venue, some were rehearsing celebration ceremonies, and others were preparing various precious spiritual materials and elixirs in case of emergency.

Li Mu, carrying Xue'er, slowly flew over.

Li Mu was wearing a yellow brocade robe of the Supreme Elder, with his long hair tied up in a green crown, and his sleeves fluttering. The robe was embroidered with exquisite sword patterns, which contained a profound sword meaning. At a glance, one could feel his extraordinary sword skills. His face was gentle, but his eyes revealed determination and wisdom, as if he could see through the essence of all things in the world.

Xue'er was wearing a white dress, with a face like the cold moon and skin like cream, like a fairy descending to the earth, untainted by dust. Her eyes were clear and bright, as if they contained the tenderness and depth of the autumn sky, making people involuntarily intoxicated by them at a glance. Her long hair was like a waterfall, gently falling on her shoulders, swaying gently with her movements, exuding a faint fragrance, which was refreshing.

Her white dress is not an ordinary piece. The gauze is thin and transparent, but it can reflect a faint luster in the sun and contains a powerful aura. The hem of the skirt sways gently in the wind, like clouds and mist, adding a bit of elegance and mystery.

Xue'er followed closely beside Li Mu. Their temperaments complemented each other. One was otherworldly, the other was gentle as a fairy. It was like a moving painting, attracting the attention of the surrounding disciples and elders, who secretly admired them in their hearts.

"Hahaha, Elder Li, you're here!"

As Li Mu appeared, Master Chen Jian appeared in person and greeted him warmly.

For a moment, all the distinguished guests of the sect, the patriarchs of the eight major families, the Tianji Pavilion - Old Man Tianji, the Ziyang Sect - the Sect Master, the Taiyi Taoist, ..., and other sect ancestors who were invited to attend the ceremony, all looked sideways, their eyes full of curiosity and respect. Among them, there were many people with profound cultivation and wide knowledge, and naturally they knew the origin of Li Mu, the new supreme elder.

However, they could never have imagined that this young supreme elder would be so valued by Chen Daojun.

Li Mu waved his hand and a golden light flashed.

"This weapon is the 'Tiger King Golden Armor', which I painstakingly refined by combining the Taoist principles of sharp gold. I hope it can help Chen Daojun to advance in swordsmanship." Li Mu handed over the golden armor and said slowly to Chen Daojun while looking at him.

Although Li Mu's voice was soft, it was clearly heard by everyone present. The consciousness of the ancestors fell on the golden armor one after another, and they all showed expressions of shock.

"The best Taoist weapon!"

"The power of thunder has not yet dissipated. This Taoist weapon must have just experienced a calamity."

"Elder Li, you... you can actually refine such a treasure!"

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The patriarchs of the eight major families and the ancestors of various sects at the scene were shocked. They were all amazed by Li Mu's handwork and looked at the golden armor Taoist weapon with envy.

People are divided into high and low levels, and tools are divided into good and bad ones.

A Dao weapon that has gone through a weapon tribulation means that it has been recognized by the will of Heaven and has the qualification to continue to advance to a higher grade. It is a one in a million existence.

However, Li Mu was able to refine such a Taoist weapon and was willing to give it to others, which demonstrated his extraordinary confidence and chest muscles. Top-grade Taoist weapons are often regarded as the treasures of a sect or an individual, not to mention those that have just experienced a weapon disaster and have unlimited potential.

"This kind of work is truly a blessing for Chen Daojun!"

Old Man Tianji of Tianji Pavilion stroked his beard and sighed, with a strange light flashing in his eyes. As the helmsman of Tianji Pavilion, he knew all the rare treasures in the world, but what he saw today still made him feel unprecedentedly shocked.

No one knows Li Mu's background better than old man Tianji. Three hundred years ago, at the instigation of the ancestor of the Ji family, he used the Tianji Mirror to deduce him, but suffered backlash from the way of heaven.

Therefore, knowing that this boy was a man with great luck, Old Man Tianji had always had a deep fear and curiosity about Li Mu, so he constantly collected intelligence about him through the people below him and witnessed his growth. However, what he saw today forced him to re-examine his judgment of Li Mu.

"Hahaha! Good, great! The treasure given by Elder Li is deeply appreciated. I will remember this deep friendship forever." Chen Daojun's voice trembled slightly with excitement. He tightly grasped the 'Tiger King Golden Armor' and looked at Li Mu with gratitude in his eyes.

"Your Excellency, you are too kind!" Li Mu smiled modestly and congratulated him, "Although this armor is good, it needs the right person to bring out its true power. You have a clear mind and lofty sword intentions, so you are the perfect owner of the 'Tiger King Golden Armor'. Help Your Excellency to point your sword to the sky, eliminate all injustices in the world, and achieve an immortal sword career."

"Haha, good!" Chen Daojun nodded happily. Looking at Li Mu, Xue'er invited him enthusiastically, "The ceremony is about to begin. Elder Li, sister-in-law, please take your seats!"

Li Mu nodded, and took Xue'er with him, and walked into the distinguished seats that had been prepared for them under the gaze of all the guests.

As Li Mu and Xue'er took their seats, the atmosphere of the entire ceremony seemed to become even more lively. The disciples of the sects cast glances of admiration and envy at them, while the ancestors of the sects and the patriarchs of the families frequently saluted Li Mu to show their respect and friendship.

The ceremony officially kicked off with the sound of solemn drums. Teams of disciples dressed in the sect's true disciple uniforms entered the venue. They held long swords in their hands and marched in unison, releasing their flying swords at the same time.

For a moment, flying swords were like shooting stars streaking across the night sky, dazzling and interweaving into a spectacular picture of sword rain. Each flying sword contained the spiritual power and hard work of the disciples. They circled, intertwined, and collided in the air, emitting bursts of crisp sword sounds that resounded through the sky.

As the flying sword danced, the entire venue seemed to be shrouded in a faint sword spirit, and the air was filled with a strong sword-fighting atmosphere. The disciples of the sect were focused, their eyes revealed their persistence and love for the sword, and they exuded endless sword-fighting intent.

Soon, thousands of spirit swords surrounded the center of the venue, setting up the Xuantian Sword Sect's unique "Xuantian Sword Formation". Thousands of spirit swords flashed, interweaving into a dazzling light net, showing the solemnity of the ceremony and the majesty of the Sword Sect vividly, as if a special ceremony was being performed to invite a mysterious existence. (End of this chapter)