Beginning with the Five Animals Fist to Become a Saint

Chapter 767 Visiting Wang Jin!
In the afternoon, the sunlight slanted down, and the snow reflected in the courtyard, making it bright and clear.

Jiang Ning returned to the courtyard, sat cross-legged in the pavilion, calmed his mind, and entered a state of meditation once again.

Upon introspection, the silvery moonlight shone brightly on the spiritual platform, reflecting the golden sun in the dantian.

After forming a unified inner world, the circulation of essence, energy, and spirit becomes increasingly harmonious and unimpeded, and every strand of blood, true essence, and divine thought is as easy to control as an arm or finger.

With a slight thought, he noticed every subtle change in the body.

Blood surges like a raging red river, true essence condenses like flowing golden liquid, and divine thoughts are clear like shining silver light. The three are constantly purified and sublimated in the resonance of the three flowers.

[Lingtai Cave Illumination of True Self Dharma Experience Points +315]

[Lingtai Cave Illumination of True Self Dharma Experience Points +318]

[Lingtai Cave Illumination of True Self Dharma Experience Points +320]

……

Experience points are steadily increasing.

Within the inner world, the rotation of the sun and moon gradually reached its perfection. Where the golden and silver radiance mingled, a faint aura of chaos permeated the air, further solidifying the foundation of the "domain".

Jiang Ning could feel that the spiritual light between his brows was becoming increasingly brilliant under the nourishment of the lingering Yin energy and his own pure Yang energy, as if it were about to break free from its cocoon and become a butterfly.

Time passed quietly, and the occasional sound of firecrackers outside the courtyard made the courtyard even more tranquil.

As the sun began to set and dusk fell, Jiang Ning slowly finished his practice and opened his eyes to look at the control panel.

[Skill]: Lingtai Cave Illumination of True Self Method (Breaking Limits Three Times: 33763/40000)

"At this rate, breaking the limit tomorrow is within reach." He was certain of this, and got up to brush the fallen plum blossoms off his clothes.

The Primordial Domain unfolded naturally, and within a three-zhang radius around him, wind and snow were impervious, his aura as calm as an ancient well or deep pool.

As night falls, the lights of the year-end celebrations gradually come on.

Jiang Ning looked towards the depths of the Imperial Preceptor's residence, where wisps of smoke rose from chimneys and laughter could be faintly heard, filling his heart with a sense of peace.

Although there are still storms ahead and crises in the outside world, the self-contained world and the formation of the Primordial Chaos Domain are enough to deal with them calmly.

He smiled slightly, turned around and walked towards the front hall.

Tonight, he will spend the New Year with his family, quietly awaiting the dawn of the new year.

As dusk settled, the lights of thousands of homes in the capital gradually came on, and the sporadic sounds of firecrackers added to the warm and peaceful atmosphere within the Imperial Preceptor's residence.

In the front hall, the charcoal fire was burning brightly, with blue flames rising and dispelling the chill of the winter night.

The eight-immortal table was already full of dishes.

In the center is a chicken soup that Lvyi has been simmering all day, with bright green scallions floating on the golden surface.

Liu Wanwan's braised pork looked glossy and tempting.

Zhong Lingbao's dumplings are round and plump, revealing the tender green of shepherd's purse and fresh meat.

There was also steamed sea bass, crystal shrimp dumplings, fried spring rolls, and several kinds of seasonal vegetables, all steaming hot and fragrant.

All of these dishes, a total of sixteen, were neatly arranged on the octagonal table.

At this moment, Xiaodoubao had already climbed onto the chair, his eyes sparkling as he stared at the shrimp dumplings, and Liu Wanwan smiled and gently tapped his forehead.

"Little glutton, wait until everyone is here before you eat."

Although Jiang Yiming sat upright, his gaze kept drifting towards the braised pork, even though the boy, who had been practicing for half a day, was already starving.

at this time.

Jiang Ning and Su Qingying took their seats side by side. Jiang Li stood up and poured warm wine for everyone, raising his glass and saying, "May the year end with family reunion, and may everything go smoothly, peacefully and happily in the new year."

Everyone raised their glasses in celebration, and even the little dumpling held up its bowl of sweet soup and clinked glasses in a serious manner, eliciting light laughter from the room.

During the meal, Xiaodoubao's cheeks were bulging from eating, but he still remembered to put food on Jiang Ning's plate: "Uncle, eat meat, it'll make you strong!"

Jiang Ning smiled and took it, then ladled a spoonful of chicken soup for her.

Liu Wanwan and Lüyi whispered about the ingenious design of the window decorations, while Zhong Ling listened quietly, occasionally smiling to herself.

Jiang Li and Jiang Yiming talked about the fun they had during the day when they practiced martial arts. The boy's eyes lit up as he demonstrated the new moves he had just learned.

Su Qingying's usually aloof features softened considerably under the candlelight. She ate her food slowly, her gaze sweeping over everyone before finally settling on Jiang Ning's profile, a faint warmth appearing in her eyes.

Outside the window, snow fell silently; inside, laughter filled the air.

The crackling of charcoal fires and the aroma of food mingled with the rich fragrance of rice wine, creating the most ordinary yet most precious flavor of the Lunar New Year.

As Jiang Ning watched this scene, the world in his heart that had been tense due to cultivation finally returned to a warm and solid state.

As everyone toasted and clinked glasses, dusk deepened.

Suddenly, fireworks lit up the sky outside the window, illuminating the dark night sky. Clusters of dazzling fireworks exploded with a "bang," transforming into golden chrysanthemums, silver willows, and red butterflies, their shimmering colors casting a play of light and shadow on the snow-covered ground.

"Look! Fireworks!" Little Bean was the first to jump off the chair, run to the window, press his little face against the cold glass, and open his eyes wide.

Everyone stood up and looked over.

Little Bean pointed to the largest golden peony and exclaimed excitedly, "Uncle, look at that one!"

Jiang Ning walked to the window, stood behind Xiaodoubao, and said gently, "Yes, it looks very nice."

Su Qingying also came over at some point and stood side by side with Jiang Ning.

The flickering light of the fireworks danced across her cool profile, softening her aloofness and adding a touch of human warmth.

She tilted her head slightly, looking at the dazzling fireworks, and said softly, "The New Year's fireworks in the capital are so lively; I never noticed them in previous years."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Ning smiled and said, "Because in previous years you were all alone and lacked human warmth, you naturally wouldn't have noticed these things."

Beside her, Liu Wanwan smiled and put her arm around Jiang Li's, leaning on his shoulder as they looked at the sky.

Then he looked at Jiang Ning, then at Xiao Doubao, then at Lü Yi and Zhong Ling, a faint smile on his face.

Jiang Ning's gaze shifted from the night sky, passing over the little boy beside him who was looking up in amazement, the excited young boy Yi Ming, the elder brother and sister-in-law leaning on each other, and the green ripples and Zhong Ling talking and laughing in hushed tones, before finally settling on Su Qingying's clear eyes reflecting the fireworks beside her.

Outside, there is dazzling but fleeting hustle and bustle; inside, there is a peaceful atmosphere with lights always on.

At this moment, there is no urgency for spiritual progress, no undercurrent of external storms, only the simple warmth of family gathered together to enjoy the fireworks.

Another firework soared into the sky, bursting into a shower of stars and enveloping everyone in a soft halo of light.

After about half a cup of tea's time.

Jiang Ning suddenly spoke up: "Brother, sister-in-law, I need to go for a walk!"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Li glanced at Jiang Ning and then nodded: "Okay!"

"Remember to come back soon, Aning!" Liu Wanwan also said.

"Okay!" Jiang Ning nodded.

After a while.

Jiang Ning walked out of the capital, and in a flash, disappeared into the dark night.

At that moment, he felt as if he had become one with the entire world.

The world seemed to be shrinking in his eyes, and his speed was getting faster and faster.

There was no resistance, no wind.

Like a fleeting shadow, it traversed mountains and rivers in an instant.

Whether it's trees or mountains ahead, it's all unobstructed and cannot be hindered in the slightest.

At this moment, he also felt the vital energy flowing endlessly within his body.

Because the body forms its own microcosm, its own domain.

The energy consumed in the previous moment was mostly recovered in the next moment, with no power leaking out, and then returned to the body.

Previously, the loss of power mainly came from external leakage.

Of all the power one possesses, only one or two parts can be used at most; the rest will be wasted and released into the outside world.

It is not very efficient in terms of energy utilization.

But now it's different; apart from the energy consumed, all other energy returns to the body.

This creates a continuous cycle of life.

As the observation ended, his speed increased.

In the darkness of night, they silently crossed mountains and seas.

After a while.

He saw a winding, flowing river.

Boom——

With a roar, he plunged into the river.

In an instant.

Upon touching the river, he activated the Great Five Elements Water Escape Technique, and his aura completely disappeared.

After a breath.

He has appeared on the other side, hundreds of miles away.

It rose from the river, but without making a sound.

They constantly used various methods to get around.

It was less than half an hour.

He appeared in the sky above Luoshui City and landed on the city wall.

On New Year's Eve, in Luoshui City, the city lights were scattered, and the occasional sound of firecrackers came from the deep alleys, but it could not mask the silence of the winter night.

Jiang Ning stood atop the city wall, overlooking this familiar city.

The snow has stopped, and a thick layer of white has accumulated on the roof tiles, reflecting the hazy moonlight, as if they were draped in a silver veil.

With a slight movement, like a snowflake falling, he appeared silently in front of the Canglang Martial Arts School.

The moment he arrived in Luoshui City, the entire scene of the county town was vivid in his mind.

He also knew that Wang Jin was now the only one at the Canglang Martial Arts School.

After a moment's hesitation, he stepped forward and placed his hand on the martial arts school's door.

Click——

The bolt came down, and then he slowly pushed the door open.

It was late at night, and the Canglang Martial Arts School was completely silent, with the ground covered in a layer of frost.

However, he could see that many people left footprints at the martial arts gym during the day.

But now, late at night, on the eve of the Lunar New Year, there was only one person in the entire martial arts school, making it seem cold and desolate.

He silently crossed the front yard of the martial arts school and arrived at the gate of the back yard.

The door behind remained closed, but a faint light shone from behind it.

After thinking for a moment, Jiang Ning decided not to knock but to gently push the door open.

He immediately pushed open the closed backyard door.

Ahead, there was a layer of frost-white snow piled up in the backyard.

However, faint candlelight shone through the windows and cracks in the doors, and the smell of food and alcohol wafted out.

He smiled faintly and walked forward.

Their actions were silent and stealthy, leaving no trace in the snow.

Arriving at the slightly ajar door, he gently pushed it open with both hands.

creak-

The door opened with a click, and a gust of cold wind rushed in.

Hearing the door open, Wang Jin looked up. When he saw who it was, a look of surprise flashed across his weathered face, which then turned into delight.

She suddenly stood up: "Jiang Ningning?! You... why are you back at this hour?"

Jiang Ning walked into the house, casually closed the door to keep the chill out, and put on a gentle smile.

"Master, wishing you a peaceful and healthy year-end. I've come back to Luoshui specifically to visit you."

Wang Jin quickly walked around the table, looked Jiang Ning up and down, his eyes full of emotion.

"Okay, okay! Please sit down! Your sudden return is such a wonderful surprise!"

Then he laughed and said, "You've come at the perfect time. How about having a few drinks with your teacher?"

"It would be impolite to refuse!" Jiang Ning smiled gently and took his seat.

Upon seeing this, Wang Jin picked up the wine pot that he had just warmed.

"I'll take it!" Jiang Ning quickly took the wine pot from Wang Jin.

Gurgling gurgling——

As the sound of wine being poured into glasses rang out, the glasses in front of the two men were instantly filled.

"This cup is for my master, to express my gratitude for his protection and guidance back then!"

Jiang Ning raised his glass and said.

at the same time.

Wang Jin looked at Jiang Ning, his expression filled with emotion.

"The best and luckiest thing I've ever done in my life is taking you as my apprentice!"

As soon as he finished speaking, he raised his wine glass, clinked it with Jiang Ning's, and the two drank it down in one gulp.

Gurgling gurgling——

Jiang Ning picked up the wine pot again and filled the wine cups in front of the two men.

"Come on, let's eat some food first, then drink some wine!" Wang Jin said.

"Master is truly prescient. Knowing I would be returning tonight, he prepared chopsticks and wine cups well in advance!" Jiang Ning smiled faintly.

His gaze fell on the bowls, chopsticks, and wine glasses in front of the seats to his left and right, before he looked away.

At this moment, Wang Jin was clearly in a good mood.

Her complexion was rosy and her eyes were bright.

"I really didn't expect to see you tonight, kid."

Jiang Ning smiled faintly: "On New Year's Eve, I must come and have a couple of drinks with my master!"

"What about your family? Did you abandon them?" Wang Jin asked.

"No, not at all!" Jiang Ning smiled gently and continued, "I came over after having New Year's Eve dinner with my family!"

Finished New Year's Eve dinner?!
Upon hearing these words, Wang Jin was immediately stunned.

The chopsticks in his hand froze in mid-air, and his gaze immediately turned incredulous.

"The capital is about 10,000 li away from Luoshui County, isn't it?" he said slowly.

Upon hearing this, Jiang Ning smiled but did not say anything more.

At this moment, Wang Jin's gaze toward Jiang Ning became quite complex, tinged with a mixture of amazement and regret.

Then, his throat bobbed.

"Come on, drink!"

"Okay, let's drink!" Jiang Ning nodded.

After several drinks, Wang Jin's spirits rose even higher.

His face was glowing with happiness, as if he were riding high on a spring breeze.

"Master, is everything alright at the martial arts school lately?"

“Very good!” Wang Jin nodded and continued, “But I no longer recruit disciples, so it seems a bit deserted.”

As he spoke, his face glowed even brighter.

"The reason I took on so many disciples back then was so that I would have someone to rely on in my old age and wouldn't be beaten to death in the street because of my declining health! Now that I have another opportunity and the possibility of further advancement, I'm too lazy to take on any more disciples!"

"Then congratulations, Master! I wish you even greater success this year!" Jiang Ning raised his glass and said.

"That's certainly true!" Wang Jin said with a broad smile.

Afterwards, the master and apprentice continued to drink together, and after several rounds of drinks, the dishes on the table were gradually emptied.

Wang Jin's face was slightly flushed with alcohol, but his eyes were exceptionally bright. He talked on and on about the changes in the martial arts school this year, about the whereabouts of the disciples who had long since left the school, and occasionally couldn't help but sigh about how quickly time had passed and how Jiangning had changed.

Jiang Ning mostly listened quietly, occasionally responding with a faint smile.

Outside the window, a light snow began to fall again, pattering softly into the courtyard, making the lights inside the house seem even warmer.

After the pot of wine was emptied, Wang Jin's tone gradually softened.

He looked at Jiang Ning, his eyes filled with relief but also a touch of melancholy: "Now you are a dragon soaring through the heavens, and this small town of Luoshui can no longer keep you."

Jiang Ning put down his wine glass and said gently, "My achievements today are also thanks to my master's guidance back then!"

Upon hearing this, Wang Jin waved his hand and continued, "Someone like you will eventually soar to the heavens."

Jiang Ning smiled and shook his head, not bothering to argue.

After sitting quietly for a while, the Luoshui County outside the window gradually became quiet as well.

"Master, it's late, I should go back."

"Okay!" Wang Jin nodded.

Seeing Jiang Ning get up, he also got up.

"Master, please wait!"

Jiang Ning walked to the door, but suddenly seemed to remember something, took out a palm-sized jade bottle from his bosom, and handed it over.

“Master, there are three Qi-Nourishing and Foundation-Strengthening Pills in this bottle. Their medicinal properties are mild yet mellow, making them most suitable for nourishing Qi and blood and consolidating the foundation. Master is currently undergoing a transformation of Qi and blood, and these pills may be of some help.”

Wang Jin took the jade bottle; it was warm to the touch and the jade was of fine texture, clearly not an ordinary item.

Although he had never heard of the name of this elixir, given Jiang Ning's current cultivation level, anything he produced must be extraordinary.

He was grateful, but did not refuse. He simply accepted it solemnly and said in a deep voice, "You're very kind."

"May Master make further progress soon." Jiang Ning clasped his hands in a salute, then moved slightly, like a wisp of smoke, silently merging into the snowy night outside the door, disappearing in an instant.

Wang Jin held the still-warm jade bottle, stood quietly in front of the door for a moment, gazing in the direction Jiang Ning had left, his expression filled with emotion.

"The capital is more than ten thousand miles away! He had his New Year's Eve dinner at home and came here to drink with me. I really don't know how far he has come!"

Then he shook his head, turned around, and closed the door.

The charcoal fire inside was still warm, and the wine in the cup was still lukewarm.

(End of this chapter)