Cultivating immortality relies on spatial abilities; defying fate to become the protagonist.

Chapter 87 A Trace of Daoist Essence

In that hazy, confused state, it seemed as if a soft, mysterious voice was whispering something in my ear.

Between heaven and earth, where there is yin, there is yang; where there is primary, there is secondary; where there is deficiency, there is fullness; where there is cause, there is effect…

The path to immortality is fraught with hardship and danger; the line between good and evil is often thin. Cultivation is not only about physical refinement but also about cultivating the mind; the direction of the mind determines the destination of the spirit…

Words like "human nature," "fate," "luck," and "cannon fodder" flashed before my eyes like a revolving lantern.

Gu Shihan felt as if her head had exploded, with countless fragmented memories surging in like a tidal wave.

There were times of panic, worry, hesitation, and resentment;
There are moments of heart-wrenching pain, moments of joy and happiness, and moments of finally letting go and finding peace.

Looking further ahead, the images gradually become more relaxed, presenting a sense of relief and unwavering determination.

It's as if, in some deep corner of my heart, a long-standing shackle is slowly loosening.

Cultivation begins with cultivating one's state of mind; one must firmly uphold that pure and resilient Daoist heart.

But what exactly is the Dao heart? And where exactly is my path?

A faint, ethereal voice resounded: "The Tao that can be told is not the eternal Tao. The name that can be named is not the eternal name."

The nameless is the origin of heaven and earth; the named is the mother of all things.

Therefore, one should always be in the state of nothingness in order to observe its wonders; one should always be in the state of existence in order to observe its boundaries.

These two have the same origin but different names, and they are both called xuan.

Mysterious beyond mystery, the gateway to all wonders...

Venerable Danhua was resting with his eyes closed in the main hall when suddenly a thought struck him, as if a mysterious force was calling to him.

He slowly opened his eyes, stood up, and walked towards the palace gate.

As he reached the doorway, he flicked his sleeve, and a flash of light instantly activated the powerful array of Danjian Peak.

At this moment, a figure appeared in the distant sky; it was none other than Venerable Miaoyin.

She rode on auspicious clouds and flew swiftly towards Danjian Peak, landing in front of Venerable Danhua.

"Senior brother, I suddenly sensed a trace of Dao aura just now, and this aura emanated from your Danjian Peak. Could it be..."

Before Venerable Miaoyin could finish speaking, she suddenly seemed to realize something, turned her gaze to the top of Danyun Peak, and showed a look of surprise on her face.

Venerable Danhua nodded slightly, indicating his agreement with Venerable Miaoyin's guess.

After exchanging a glance, the two simultaneously leaped into the air and stood atop the clouds.

They closed their eyes and quietly sensed that extremely faint trace of the Great Dao.

Although this essence was faint, it contained endless mysteries and energy, which captivated both Venerable Ones.

Time passed by, and half an hour had quietly slipped away in the blink of an eye.

And that faint Daoist aura finally subsided, as if it had completed its mission.

Although the Dao essence had vanished, Venerable Danhua and Venerable Miaoyin's understanding of the Great Dao had deepened to a new level. A sense of relief unconsciously emanated from their brows and eyes.

"Senior brother, your young disciple is extraordinary. At such a young age, he has already grasped a faint trace of the Dao. His future is promising!"

With a smile on his face and his eyes full of appreciation, Venerable Danhua nodded slightly, then turned around with Miaoyin and slowly walked towards the main hall of Danjian Peak.

Before long, they returned to the main hall of Danjian Peak and took their seats.

Danhua Venerable smiled and said to Miaoyin Venerable, "Miaoyin, your little disciple is also very good! He is exceptionally talented and was able to form a core upon entering the sect. He is truly a rare talent."

However, such a disciple needs proper guidance to prevent him from going astray. I wonder if his background has been thoroughly investigated?

Upon hearing this, Venerable Miaoyin nodded earnestly and replied, "Senior brother, rest assured, I have investigated this matter thoroughly. This young man is from the Shi family of Nancheng, and was originally supposed to be the future young master of the Shi family."

Unfortunately, fate is unpredictable. The head of the Shi family and his wife were killed, leading to a change in the family's fortunes.

The Shi family is now under the control of the First Elder, Shi Kuan, which has led to a change in the young master of the Shi family. He was being hunted down and was rescued by his junior apprentice, Qing Luo, in the Soul Devouring Forest.

The moment I saw him, something seemed to stir in my heart. After some calculations, I was surprised to realize that this person was someone with whom I had a predestined master-disciple relationship.

And it was precisely that destined disciple, so he immediately decided to take him under his wing!

"Oh, I see! But I wonder if you know that this child is also a soul from another world?"

Venerable Danhua's gaze was deep and far-reaching, as if he could see through all the secrets.

Upon hearing this, Venerable Miaoyin sighed and said, "Alas, how could I not know about this? I had already sensed it long ago."

Those charlatans from the Heavenly Mystery Sect, always acting mysteriously and elusive, are constantly searching for the whereabouts of otherworldly souls. No one knows what they're after…

Senior brother, the saying goes, "A person of destiny could be a soul from another world—this sounds rather mystical. Is it a blessing or a curse?"

Venerable Danhua put his hands behind his back, tilted his head slightly and looked into the distance. After a long silence, he finally spoke slowly.

"We really don't need to be overly anxious. As the saying goes, the Great Way is fifty, the Heavenly Way is forty-nine, and man escapes one."

Our embarking on this long path of cultivation is itself an act of defying the laws of nature, and what we seek is nothing more than that which has vanished.

Even if this variable exists, it has its own trajectory; the difference between good and evil often lies only in a single thought, and can be guided with care.

After he finished speaking, a brief silence fell over the surroundings.

After a moment, Venerable Miaoyin spoke up: “What you say is absolutely right, Senior Brother. I have been observing the celestial phenomena lately and have discovered that the peaceful situation in the Spirit Realm that has been maintained for so long is probably not going to last. Therefore, we need to plan ahead and make many preparations in advance.”

Venerable Miaoyin frowned slightly, her expression grave, and continued, "There is still a year before the Heavenly Water Secret Realm opens. I intend to send Wuchen and Mochen there to search for the legendary immortal artifact. In addition, Moyu and Qingluo can also give it a try!"

Upon hearing this, Venerable Danhua nodded slightly in agreement, but also reminded him: "It would be great if we could find a celestial artifact, but such treasures are not something that can be easily obtained simply by having the will."

Firstly, one must rely on that ethereal luck to encounter it, and this luck is not something that can be easily controlled by human power.

Secondly, even if one were fortunate enough to encounter it, one would still need sufficient strength and ability to protect that incomparably precious treasure.

“Senior brother! I know, it’s just that the thought has crossed my mind.” Venerable Miaoyin sighed, her voice somewhat unsteady.

(End of this chapter)