Xuanjian Xianzu

Chapter 1242 Secret Communication

Li Quewan made a hand seal and sat quietly in the main hall. The imperial edict pill in front of her swirled and shimmered, radiating a silver-red color. After an unknown amount of time, she loosened her slender hand, opened her eyes, and her eyes became introverted.

She gently raised her hand, and the original injury on her wrist had disappeared, revealing a jade-like color. The 'Xuan Tu' energy surged forth and completely vanished.

Hou Shenshu possesses the virtue of nurturing, and with the blessing of the [Xuan Coffin Crimson Water] from [Fu Xuan], the two complement each other. The more than half a year of gentle care prevented her injuries from worsening. After taking this [Hui Shui Xuan Dao San], her injuries healed extremely quickly. Counting the days, only a little over four hundred days had passed.

As soon as Li Quewan broke through, she rushed back to the lake, dealing with one thing and defending another. Only after her injuries had healed did she finally have a chance to catch her breath today. She couldn't help but reflect on her gains and losses in that great battle.

'Ultimately, I lacked offensive tactics. My ability to outmaneuver Qingji was due to his lack of preparedness and being caught off guard… Without that silencing technique, my role in this great battle would have been far too insignificant.'

This is unavoidable. The lineage is the foundation of a cultivator. The 'Complete Elixir' lineage is not good at offensive combat. It does not have the destructive power of Duijin's 'Kill and Seal Palace' or Binghuo's 'Life-Slaying Elimination'. It is not even as good as the 'Great Separation Book'!

However, her family had an advantage: the all-encompassing cultivation techniques and spells within the Shanghuan Pavilion. If she absolutely needed a means of attack, she might have one. Yet, she still hesitated.

"Is this time... appropriate?"

In her view, her family already had enough means of attack. Not to mention the King of Wei, once her elder brother grew up, he could learn one or two more supernatural powers. Fire was a righteous power, so how could it be a sect that was easy to provoke?
Given this situation, Li Quewan realized that it was somewhat inappropriate for him to try to make up for this shortcoming at this time:
'Although it is said that "techniques that cannot protect the Dao will inevitably lead to death," the offensive techniques of "Complete Elixir" cultivation are indeed thankless and arduous. In such a short time... it is unlikely that much can be achieved, and it may even backfire in the end...'

What she understood even more was her own spiritual energy:

'【Minghui Daoxian】While their fighting skills are not weak, they are afraid of getting injured, which is not conducive to charging into the front lines. Their focus is on self-cultivation, and when they must take action, they will never delay…'

In this way, Li Quewan tends to favor techniques that can change and assist her supernatural abilities, have the ability to protect herself, and preferably be able to neutralize enemy spells and avoid injury—if they can be more ancient and simple, like witchcraft, pointing directly to the source, so that she can draw inferences from similar cases, that would be even better.

In this way, a name quickly came to mind.

【The Ultimate Technique for the Evolution of the Sleeve Residence】.

This technique was obtained by Li Zhouwei from the Cui family; it was the method of the Zhaoyuan Immortal Mansion back then!
This technique is extremely ancient and profound, an ancient cultivation method originating from the Daoist art of gathering and storing. Some cultivators cannot even grasp the basics after more than ten years. Once mastered, various changes occur within the sleeve, vaguely resembling another world...

The woman's eyes lit up at the thought of this benefit.

The art of "Complete Elixir" can transform spiritual objects and perform various wondrous feats. However, at a more advanced level, it requires setting up a high platform and a grand array. The transformation of more than ten streams of "Mysterious Moon Essence" that she described to Li Ximing back then was to set up a grand hall and arrange the spiritual atmosphere!

'But in this way, I can keep many of my 'complete elixir' items in my sleeve for constant monitoring, without being immobilized by helping to transform the spirits in my home.'

This really tempted her.

"And this is merely the beginning of this technique. If one can master it to perfection, one can also absorb the spiritual water, spiritual fire, spells, and magical artifacts of others, making it an extremely useful protective technique!"

Without hesitation, she immediately took out the jade slip and studied it carefully. With her other hand outstretched, light flashed between her five fingers as she felt its wonder.

Once she started reading, she couldn't stop. The light and shadow on her body constantly changed, and the speed at which the sun and moon shone was like flickering firelight, constantly leaping on her body. She felt as if she had sunk into a vast ocean of profound mysteries, where truth was everywhere.
'What a wonderful method!'

She was so engrossed in reading that it seemed only the time it takes for an incense stick to burn had passed when she suddenly awoke, did some quick calculations with her fingers:
"Another three hundred days have passed! No wonder it's said to be difficult!"

Although the spell was obscure, Li Quewan had seen witchcraft that was several times more obscure. Reading it now, however, felt like the difficulty was just right, a truly exhilarating experience. Even so, three hundred days was only enough to thoroughly read the beginning of the scroll—not that he had mastered it, but rather that his mind was alerted that the day agreed upon with Jin Yu was approaching…

Time flies!

Although she hadn't mastered it yet, she was already confident. Her steps became lighter, and she quickly got up and stepped into the void. She found that the lake island was extremely festive, with lanterns and decorations, firecrackers, and a lively atmosphere. She was slightly surprised and rode the light all the way to Zhijing Mountain, where she finally met her brother.

She secretly worked hard, and Li Jiangqian naturally wouldn't waste his time either. He was supposed to go to the desert to cultivate, but these days there were too many people and too many eyes on the lake. Li Quewan was in seclusion to heal her injuries. Just in case, Li Jiangqian simply practiced his magic on the lake. The raging fire in his palm was constantly changing, with faint golden and red flickering. It was a rather familiar magic.

【The Art of Separating the Sun】.

This technique is easy to learn but difficult to master. Both of the Li family's True Immortals used it. Li Zhouwei even achieved considerable cultivation when he was in the Foundation Establishment stage, but as his supernatural powers improved, he gradually abandoned this technique.

The reason is simple: the effort put in is far outweighed by the reward.

This is very similar to the [Great Li Bai Xi Guang]. Li Ximing calculated that an ordinary cultivator would not be able to finish practicing this Li Guang in a lifetime, but the [Great Li Book] supernatural power can facilitate it. The [Sun Responding to Li Technique] is also similar, derived from the [Heavenly Li Sun Departure Book], and complements this set of techniques. Only with the [Great Li Book] supernatural power can one truly cultivate the true essence!
This is why the "Sun Responds to Separation Technique" is named after the sun and is listed as a complementary technique to the Fire Separation Technique. The "Great Separation Book" is also known as the "Sun Gazing Manual," which perfectly matches the meaning of "Sun Responds to Separation."

Li Jiangqian had put in a lot of effort when he was building his foundation. He finally had some time, so he naturally seized the opportunity to improve his skills and master the technique completely. He didn't slack off at all. It wasn't until his younger sister landed in the mountains that he let go of her hand, opened his eyes, and the light of the flames in his eyes gradually faded.

"Is the injury healed?"

"Exactly."

Li Quewan said with a slight smile:
"But as soon as I came out of the pass, I saw that the island was so lively, as if something great had happened."

"They are related to the Chen family by marriage!"

Li Jiangqian stood up, a hint of uncertainty in his eyes, and said:
"You've come at the right time. I also need to discuss this matter with you."

He paced back and forth, hands behind his back, frowning as he said:
"At that time, in order to solve the urgent problem on the lake, a marriage was arranged for Chen Yin at the age of 18. Later, after seeing that the Chen family was also capable, the decision was made to accept it. Chen was very happy, and the old man personally delivered things to the lake."

Li Quewan still remembered Li Jiangqian's speculation a few days ago that Chen Yin and the Xiao family might cooperate. Her expression turned serious as she said:
"This is…"

Youth Road:
"Not to mention the various spiritual resources, they are quite generous. I estimate that the Chen family has probably contributed about 20% of their wealth... I will not mistreat Yu Sui in this matter. Whatever the Chen family gives, I will give her with it as part of her dowry."

This is twenty percent of the Purple Mansion Immortal Clan's wealth! It's an absolutely terrifying number. Unless someone is deliberately trying to curry favor, such a thing would never happen. Calling it a ten-mile-long red bridal procession is too demeaning. Yet, his tone was nonchalant, as he frowned and said:
"The important thing is the Purple Mansion level... Chen Yin, in the name of the Chen family... sent over a Purple Mansion spiritual item."

He flipped his palm, revealing a stone box. Inside lay a purple object that pulsated like a heart, emitting a dim light. Li Quewan raised an eyebrow and said:
"A 'Supreme Witch'? What an esteemed honor!"

"good."

Li Jiangqian said:

"This item is the Purple Evil Heart of the 'Upper Witch,' which is quite rare. My family is currently lacking spiritual items, so this item will come in handy if we need to exchange things with the Owl Sunflower in the future."

He didn't say much more, and continued:
"That's not all. Chen Wenyao sent over a spiritual resource, the [Noble Feather Breath Water]... and this Old Master Chen also sent my family a very powerful secret technique in his own name."

Even Li Quewan frowned at this—while Li Yusui's status was indeed noble, both families were at the Purple Mansion level, and a single spirit gift was already enough to enhance their image. This attitude, however, was far too eager. She then said:

"Brother accepted it?"

Li Jiangqian's expression wasn't overly joyful, but rather tinged with some doubt. He said:
“I didn’t want to accept it all, but when he delivered that secret technique to me, I changed my mind… After weighing the pros and cons, I finally accepted it.”

With a flick of his wrist, he revealed a jade slip as green as jade, which he handed to the woman before him, and said solemnly:
"Read it aloud."

Li Quewan focused his mind and touched the vast collection of texts and illustrations that flooded his mind. They were complex, intricate, and extremely difficult to understand, seemingly beyond the capacity of ordinary jade slips to contain!
【The Secret Method of Seeking Transformation for Hidden Dragons】.

Even with Li Quewan's profound knowledge and understanding, it took him a full half-incense stick's time to calm his mind and slowly withdraw the shock from his consciousness. His eyes filled with complex emotions as he said:
"What an amazing technique!"

Li Jiangqian nodded solemnly.

This technique can be described as both highly sophisticated and simple. It is a method of seeking the Dao through the Kan Water method, which uses various methods, spiritual objects, and even unusual phenomena to promote one's own cultivation. Although it is somewhat demanding, it can reduce the difficulty of breakthroughs.

'Straightforward yet powerful, that alone...is enough to be terrifying.'

There are very few secret techniques in this world that can help people break through their limits, and even elixirs are limited. The Li family is already considered extremely powerful among the Purple Mansion Immortal Clan, but so far they do not have any secret techniques that can clearly help people break through their limits!

'While using spiritual items from the Purple Mansion to break through to a higher level is a widely known method, it's far less targeted than this secret technique.'

What surprised the two Purple Mansions even more was the detailed explanation of how to combine and utilize the various supernatural powers of Kan Water. These supernatural powers are:

"Long Clouds Darken", "Old Man by the Stream", "Hateful River Flows Away", "Position from Danger", "Entering the Pit", "Jing Dragon King".

The Six Paths of Divine Power.

This secret method is written very clearly. There is no distinction between superior and inferior, nor is there any intention to complement or substitute for each other. It is simply the six realms of existence!

Li Quewan's gaze was solemn as he looked at Li Jiangqian, who said in a deep voice:
"From the perspective of supernatural powers, one of the methods of 'position in danger' and 'entering the pit' is what is commonly referred to in Jiangnan as 'occupying the mountain'. Each method is mysterious and appropriate in its principles, and the distinctions are clear."

Li Quewan reacted quickly, and drawing upon his own gains from his time in Zhentao Prefecture, he soon grasped the meaning and whispered:
"The vast sea is not something that Kan possesses; it is merely an external manifestation of the different Kan positions."

"Not bad!"

Li Jiangqian was clearly considering the same point, but compared to Li Quewan, he was not only considering the significance of the secret itself, but also the information conveyed by the secret method.

"It's hard to say whether Chen Yin has any other secret techniques, but he tried to use the vast sea to cross the purple ginseng, so he most likely used this method. Our previous concerns were not unfounded."

He said quietly:
"This technique is ancient and weathered, not only does it look very old, but it also has a concise and to-the-point quality, leaving most of the room for maneuver to the practitioner's cultivation... Since it can be used to break through to the fourth supernatural power, can it be used as the fundamental method to seek the five supernatural powers?"

“Such a sophisticated item could not possibly be obtained by Chen Yin on his own, much less be delivered to my family so openly.”

"This is probably him stating his position, or rather..."

His gaze gradually changed, and he said:
"It is the Xiao family that is making their stance clear, the method of seeking change and breakthrough for the Hidden Dragon... Senior Xiao has clearly expressed his interest in the Kan position—not only that, he will not back down in the face of Jin Yi!"

Li Quewan's expression was complex, tinged with worry, as he said:
"In other words, he helped Chen Yin become a great master, and at the same time pushed the Chen family to get closer to my family, while showing that he had his backing. It was probably a multi-pronged effort so that we could all stand behind him at a critical moment."

Li Jiangqian sighed and said:
"That's why I accepted the Chen family's generous gift..."

Li Quewan solemnly said:
"Brother, this is no small matter; we must ask our two elders!"

Nowadays, there isn't much contact between Xiao and Li, but in earlier years, they had many connections on the lake, and even Li Yuanjiao's lineage has half Xiao family blood... Once this matter is brought to the forefront, it might be difficult to handle. Li Jiangqian was well aware of this, and he whispered:

"Neither of you have emerged from seclusion yet, so it's best not to disturb you. I'm telling you this now not only to ask for your advice, but also to prepare you—you'll be going on the Golden Feather expedition, so be prepared to handle them!"

He was indeed also thinking about the trip to Jinyu. Li Quewan immediately understood his brother's meaning and felt a headache coming on.
"That's true. If Jin Yu were to say something to give us a warning, it would be troublesome enough."

"No..."

The young man before her shook his head solemnly, looking at her earnestly, and said:
"I just want you to know about this and recognize the possible traps in their words... But if you go to Jin Yu, you absolutely must not wrong yourself! At least for now, it is they who should be troubled by Father and appease us, not us who should be trying to please him!"

Li Quewan was taken aback, raising an eyebrow. The young man in the crimson robe had golden eyes that flashed with coldness, and he chuckled softly:
"The more someone plans their strategy, the more they fear you'll shatter their chessboard in one fell swoop. If you become cautious, they'll be more certain of their moves. We have nothing to cherish. If Mingyang fails, it's just a life... What difference does it make who takes it from us!"

Li Que's eyes held a resolute glint. She wasn't surprised, and with a soft smile, said:
"Brother, don't worry."

Li Jiangqian sighed softly, knowing that his younger sister was always gentle on the outside but strong on the inside, and he was usually not worried about her. However, Jin Yu's power was great, and her cultivation of the most taboo "Complete Elixir" had gone deep into the heart of the territory, which inevitably made him worry. He rarely spoke out of turn, but for now he only said:

"I wish I could go myself."