Immortality and Immortality: Liver Experience Begins in the Desert

Although the old man's technique is simple, it reveals a profound foundation.

Every movement he made was like casting some kind of magic, especially that gentle stirring, which seemed to guide the surrounding spiritual energy to gather.

Jiang Qiong's eyes involuntarily focused on the old man's fingers, and vaguely, he felt a faint fluctuation of spiritual energy.

"The next step is the most important one." The old man took the hawthorn out of the syrup and quickly put it into a basin filled with ice water. The syrup quickly solidified in the cold water, making a crisp sound.

"This step is to allow the syrup to cool quickly and form a tough shell to ensure the taste and shape of the candied haws."

Jiang Qiong watched intently. He realized that this seemingly simple operation actually contained a profound technique.

He observed carefully and found that the moment the old man put the hawthorn in, his fingertips moved slightly and actually drew an invisible seal in the air.

The seal spread out like water waves, instantly attracting the surrounding spiritual energy and gathering it into a gentle yet powerful force, helping the syrup to solidify in an instant.

"Old senior, your actions just now..." Jiang Qiong couldn't help but ask, with a hint of respect in his tone.

The old man smiled and said slowly, "Young man, you have a good eye. This is actually a small technique that I have practiced for many years, called the 'Spirit Gathering Seal'. It can gather the surrounding spiritual energy in a short period of time, and then condense an item."

The old man paused, as if thinking about how to explain the mystery of this technique to Jiang Qiong.

"However, this technique is not easy to master. You need to have a clear mind and strong hands to use it freely."

Jiang Qiong was shocked. The "Spirit Gathering Seal" the old man mentioned was indeed a profound seal technique.

He thought to himself that the principle of this technique was quite similar to the use of spiritual energy he had learned, but the old man's technique was obviously more subtle and delicate.

The old man continued to work, taking the candied haws out of the ice water and shaking them gently. The syrupy shell sparkled with an attractive luster in the sunlight.

He gently scratched the surface of the candied haws with a knife, peeling off a thin layer of sugar coating to reveal the fresh hawthorn, and then dipped it back into the syrup to form a second layer of shell.

“This layer of sugar coating not only adds to the taste, but also protects the flesh inside.”

As the old man spoke, he placed the candied haws on the bamboo sticks. Finally, he flicked it lightly with his fingers, and the candied haws stood steadily on the stall, like a work of art.

"Senior, you are truly an expert!" Jiang Qiong couldn't help but admire him, and his admiration for the old man grew even deeper.

The old man smiled slightly, with some satisfaction in his eyes: "Young man, if you can learn this 'Spirit Gathering Seal', you will be able to make further progress on the road of cultivation in the future."

At this point, the old man paused, as if considering what to say next, and continued: "However, the path of cultivation is difficult. You need perseverance and patience to truly understand the mysteries."

Jiang Qiong secretly took note of it and decided to keep the old man's teachings in mind.

"Old senior, could you teach me the specific method of this 'Spirit Gathering Seal'?" Jiang Qiong asked with a smile.

The old man was slightly stunned, then smiled and said, "Young man, if you are willing, I will teach you. However, you need to start from the basics and slowly comprehend it."

He pointed to the empty space next to him and said with a smile: "Try to use your spiritual energy first and feel its flow and gathering."

Jiang Qiong nodded, her heart full of anticipation.

He slowly closed his eyes, calmed his mind, and felt the flow of spiritual energy around him.

In this bustling square, spiritual energy flowed around him like a stream. He gathered a large amount of spiritual energy, trying to form an invisible seal in his heart.

The old man observed quietly with a faint smile on his face, as if he was looking forward to Jiang Qiong's performance.

The hustle and bustle around him gradually faded away, and all that remained in Jiang Qiong's heart was the perception of spiritual energy and the persistent pursuit of magic.

In this process.

The old man was not idle. He transmitted some skills and methods to Jiang Qiong through the air.

Following the old man's careful instruction, Jiang Qiong's mind became clear after a while. The spiritual energy gathered around him into a gentle light, like a trickle, slowly flowing to his fingertips.

A strong inspiration surged in his heart, as if he saw the outline of the seal.

"Spirit Gathering Seal!" Jiang Qiong chanted silently in his heart, and then lightly drew a graceful arc in the air with his fingers. Spiritual energy gathered at his fingertips, forming a faint light and shadow.

The old man smiled slightly, his eyes flashing with satisfaction, and said with satisfaction: "Not bad, keep it up and feel the flow and changes of spiritual energy."

Under the guidance of the old man, Jiang Qiong finally mastered the use of the "Spirit Gathering Seal" after a long period of repeated practice.

With a light stroke of his fingertips, spiritual energy rippled in the air like water waves, forming bright rays of light and shadows, as bright and colorful as the twinkling stars.

Every time he cast a spell, he could feel the flow and gathering of spiritual energy, as if he had reached a tacit understanding with the spiritual energy between heaven and earth.

The "Spirit Gathering Seal" not only allowed him to take a step further in his spiritual practice, it also opened a whole new door for him, allowing him to create things out of thin air, which was quite magical.

After mastering this technique, Jiang Qiong respectfully thanked the old man in front of him.

Afterwards, he stood up and said goodbye, always thinking about Bai Yao's whereabouts in his heart, wanting to find this enchantress.

So he turned around and went to look for the Liu brothers and sisters.

Seeing Jiang Qiong coming over, the two of them quickly came to her side.

"Senior, you seem to be very focused. Are you thinking about something?" Brother Liu Feng asked respectfully when he saw Jiang Qiong coming.

"I'm thinking about how to better master the Soul Gathering Seal." Jiang Qiong smiled faintly, and then asked, "Are you ready to take me to the Liu family?"

"We are ready, please follow us!" Sister Liu Wan said in a low voice.

The three of them took off into the air again and flew towards the Liu family.

The Liu family is located in the most prosperous area of ​​the city. The surrounding environment is elegant, with green trees and the fragrance of flowers.

Flying over the Liu family's home, Jiang Qiong looked down at this elegant mansion, with its blue bricks, white tiles, carved beams and painted buildings, which looked very majestic.

After landing, Liu Feng and Liu Wan took Jiang Qiong to the Liu family. As soon as they entered the door, several senior members of the Liu family were already waiting at the door. Jiang Qiong glanced at them and couldn't help but admire them. There were five senior members who greeted him, namely the head of the Liu family, Liu Yun, the elder Liu Shuang, the second elder Liu Feng, the third elder Liu Xue, and the family's guardian Liu Lie.

Among them, Liu Yun was wearing a luxurious green robe, with a handsome face and extraordinary demeanor, giving people a sense of majesty;

Liu Shuang is a middle-aged woman, tall, with a gentle smile on her face, dressed in simple and elegant clothes, looking dignified and generous;
The second elder, Liu Feng, is a white-haired old man. Although he looks old, he is full of energy and his clothes are simple but elegant.

The third elder, Liu Xue, is a young woman with skin as white as snow and lively eyes. She wears a lavender dress and looks fresh and refined.

The final guardian, Liu Lie, is a burly man with a serious face and dressed in black armor, giving people a strong sense of security.

"Senior, welcome to the Liu family!" Liu Yun spoke first, his tone respectful, his expression showing a hint of nervousness, and he slowly said, "We have long heard of your reputation in the cultivation world. It is truly an honor for our Liu family that you are here today."

"You're welcome." Jiang Qiong nodded slightly.

"Please follow me." Liu Shuang said softly, leading Jiang Qiong through the spacious hall and into the inner room.

The hall is richly decorated, with family heritage scrolls hanging all around, telling the history and glory of the Liu family.

Walking into the inner room, Jiang Qiong saw a long table filled with spiritual fruits and tea, and the air was filled with a faint fragrance.

After Jiang Qiong sat down, Liu Yun and others also took their seats, with anticipation in their expressions.

"Senior, you are here to look for the relics of Lord Bai Yao. Our family has some legends and clues about her." Liu Feng said, "We hope to be able to help you."

"I want to know more about Bai Yao." Jiang Qiong said bluntly, with a hint of determination in his eyes.

"When Lord Bai Yao was alive, she had close ties with our family." Liu Xue continued, her voice clear and pleasant, and she spoke slowly: "It is said that she left some relics in our family's ancestral home, including several scrolls."

"Scrolls?" Jiang Qiong raised his eyebrows slightly, and asked with a thought in his mind, "Where are those scrolls now?"

"It is said that it is in the secret room of the ancestral home, but the entrance to the secret room of our family is sealed, and only someone who has a specific key can open it." Liu Wan interrupted.

"Does your family have the key?" Jiang Qiong asked.

"Senior, don't worry, the keys are in the hands of the head of the family. If you want to go in, we will do our best!" Liu Yun said firmly.

"Okay, then we'll go to our ancestral home." Jiang Qiong stood up with a determined look in his eyes.

"Senior, you have just arrived at the Liu family. Why don't you take a rest for a while? We have prepared a small banquet for you to entertain you." Liu Yun smiled slightly, his eyes full of enthusiasm and respect.

Jiang Qiong thought for a moment, then nodded and agreed: "In that case, I'm sorry to bother you."

Liu Yun and Liu Shuang smiled at each other, then took Jiang Qiong out of the inner room, crossed the spacious hall, and walked towards the banquet hall.

Along the way, family scrolls hanging on the walls come into view, depicting the glorious history of the Liu family and the heroic deeds of their ancestors.

Inside the banquet hall, the flickering candlelight illuminates the gorgeous decorations all around. The long table is filled with delicious dishes. The air is filled with enticing aromas, making people salivate.

Dozens of dancers dressed in light gauze danced in the hall like fairies, their graceful dance moves were pleasing to the eye;
The girl playing the zither beside her was concentrating on her instrument. Her fingertips moved nimbly and the sound of the piano was as clear and moving as flowing water, which was refreshing and pleasant.

"Senior, please take a seat." Liu Yun respectfully pulled out a chair for Jiang Qiong, and then everyone sat down one after another, and the atmosphere gradually became lively.

"Senior, your reputation in the cultivation world has long spread far and wide. Can you share some of your experiences with us?" Liu Wan asked expectantly, with curiosity gleaming in her eyes.

Jiang Qiong smiled slightly, picked up the wine glass, took a sip, and then slowly said: "I was just lucky and broke through to a high level by chance. The path of cultivation depends more on persistence and hard work."

Jiang Qiong could see that the cultivator from the Liu family was trying to trick him.

So I didn't respond and just responded casually with one or two sentences.

"Senior, you are too modest. Your achievements are what we, the younger generation, look up to." Liu Shuang said gently, with admiration in her tone.

At this time, the dancers' dance gradually reached its climax. Their light skirts flickered in the candlelight, like stars of light, making everyone present hold their breath and stare.

The sound of the piano also became passionate, like surging waves, which made people's hearts surge.

"This dance is the 'Heavenly Dance' that has been passed down in the Liu family for a long time. It is performed every year during the family feast." Liu Feng explained with a smile, his eyes flashing with pride, and said with a smile: "I hope you will like it."

"It is indeed a beautiful dance." Jiang Qiong nodded in praise, secretly sighing in her heart that the Liu family is indeed a famous and prestigious family, even the arrangements for the banquet are so exquisite.

As the banquet progressed, the conversation among the people became more and more heated.

Liu Lie was observing quietly from the side. Although his face was serious, he showed a gratified smile from time to time.

"Senior, if you are interested in the history of our family, you might as well listen to our legend." Liu Wan said softly.

"Of course, I'd be happy to." Jiang Qiong responded with a smile, becoming more and more curious about the origins of the Liu family.

"Legend has it that a long time ago, Lord Bai Yao once lived in our family's ancestral home. The formation she set up personally affected every member of our family." Liu Xue continued, her voice as pleasant as a clear spring, "And the relics she left behind are also the precious wealth of our family."

"There is a scroll among the relics, which is said to reveal the secret method to a higher realm." Liu Feng added: "Unfortunately, this scroll is sealed in a secret room and no one has seen it so far."

Hearing this, Jiang Qiong nodded gently.

The current clues mainly revolve around the scroll.

During the conversation, Jiang Qiong casually glanced at the spiritual food on the long table. The delicious dishes made him look forward to it.

Jiang Qiong first picked up a piece of spiritual fruit and gently put it into his mouth. The sweet juice instantly burst out in his mouth. The refreshing taste was as refreshing as morning dew, making him unable to help but close his eyes and savor it carefully.

Then, he tasted a few spiritual dishes: a bowl of brightly colored spiritual vegetable soup, with several crystal clear spiritual leaves floating on the surface. It tasted warm and smooth, like a spring breeze, refreshing and pleasant;
One of the dishes is the pan-fried eel, which is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with just the right amount of seasoning. The fresh and fragrant taste blooms on the tip of your tongue, intoxicating.
There is also a plate of spiritual rice. The rice grains are plump and distinct, and accompanied by the fragrance of spiritual vegetables, it actually makes people feel hungry.

"Senior, what do you think of these spiritual meals?" Liu Wan couldn't help asking when she saw him eating with gusto.

"It's delicious and unforgettable." Jiang Qiong smiled slightly, put down her chopsticks, and became more and more appreciative of the Liu family's efforts.

The atmosphere of the banquet became more lively with the combination of food and dancing, and the communication between people became more harmonious and laughter continued. (End of this chapter)