Immortality and Cultivation: I Have Too Many Talents

Chapter 646 One Hundred Days of Foundation Building (Seeking Further Subscriptions)

That night, the commotion in the Crimson Cloud Peak cave was too great.

Intense fluctuations in spiritual energy, a vortex of spiritual energy swirling in.

Such an astonishing celestial phenomenon instantly alarmed all the cultivators on Flame Island.

Outside Crimson Cloud Peak, more than a dozen figures rushed over.

These are all Foundation Establishment disciples of the Fire Cloud Sect.

Standing at the very front was Zhong Suming, a direct disciple of Master Mingshen.

His expression was solemn as he looked towards the cave on Crimson Cloud Peak. At first, he was shocked, but soon he became somewhat puzzled.

The infusion of spiritual energy was so powerful and impressive, it resembled the scene when the foundation of the Dao was being built.

"Senior Brother Zhong!"

A junior disciple at the Foundation Establishment stage couldn't help but ask, "The spiritual energy is flowing back from the direction of the Crimson Cloud Peak cave, and the momentum is extraordinary. Could it be that Senior Brother Shen's cultivation has greatly improved and he has broken through to the late Foundation Establishment stage?"

Generally speaking, minor hurdles in the Foundation Establishment realm do not produce any unusual celestial phenomena.

He remembered that Shen Haoming seemed to be at the fourth level of Foundation Establishment.

Could it be that Shen Haoming's cultivation level is hidden, and he is actually at the sixth level of Foundation Establishment?

Have you now broken through to the seventh level of Foundation Establishment and entered the late stage of Foundation Establishment?

If that's the case, then the Fire Cloud Sect has truly gained another skilled fighter.

Fire-based cultivators in the late Foundation Establishment stage also possess exotic flames like the Crimson Cloud Primordial Flame.

In the entire Fire Cloud Sect, apart from True Person Ming Shen, only Zhong Suming and Zeng Yuyuan can compare.

A fierce glint flashed in Zhong Suming's eyes, and he said in a low voice, "Shut up. Master has already decreed that no one is allowed to speak ill of Junior Brother Shen in private."

"Junior Brother Shen is a secret disciple of Master Yuan Huo, and his status is noble. How can we presume to know him?"

The junior brother, having been reprimanded, quickly lowered his head and agreed, a hint of resentment flashing in his eyes as he muttered under his breath, "Hmph, in the end, we're all at the Foundation Establishment stage, what's the difference between us!"

Zhong Suming pretended not to hear.

As soon as Shen Haoming arrived, Master Ming Shen treated him with special respect and courtesy.

This subtly undermined his position as the senior disciple of his sect.

Moreover, Shen Haoming didn't take him seriously at all.

They didn't even have the most basic respect for him, the senior disciple of the sect.

Judging from his eyes and attitude, he was no different from the other Foundation Establishment disciples in the sect.

Zhong Suming could even sense that Shen Haoming was somewhat dismissive of him.

The secret fire technique of Crimson Cloud Elemental Fire was passed down without any consideration for his suitability.

At this point, his outward appearance was one of reprimand.

Actually, the goal was to incite these junior disciples to harbor resentment towards Shen Haoming.

At this moment, Zhong Suming looked towards the cave on Chixia Peak and observed intently.

To his surprise...

The vortex of spiritual energy showed no sign of calming down.

This is not common sense!

Zhong Suming said in a deep voice, "It's not Junior Brother Shen's breakthrough. This spiritual phenomenon is magnificent, but if you look closely, the spiritual energy is mottled, the foundation is weak, and it is chaotic and disordered."

"It's more like a breakthrough for a Qi Refining cultivator."

"What? Breakthrough in the Qi Refining Realm?"

The dozen or so Foundation Establishment disciples behind him were stunned by what they heard.

"How could a breakthrough to the Qi Refining Realm cause such a commotion?"

"Yes, this is simply unheard of!"

"Could it be the newly initiated junior sister Yang Huofeng?"

Someone thought of a possibility.

"No way? She only moved to Crimson Cloud Peak three months ago, and she was only at the second level of Qi Refining at the time. How could it be her?"

"Who else could it be but her? In the cave on Crimson Cloud Peak, there are only Senior Brother Shen, Junior Sister Yang, and her father Yang Yunfan. It couldn't possibly be Yang Yunfan, could it?"

“What you say makes sense. If it really is Junior Sister Yang, in just three months, she went from the second level of Qi Refining to the third level of Qi Refining, and then broke through to the mid-stage minor realm, triggering a spiritual phenomenon. This Senior Brother Shen is quite capable.”

One of the more mature disciples murmured.

Another person exclaimed in a low voice, "To have such power after breaking through to the mid-stage of Qi Refining, Junior Sister Yang's talent is truly outstanding!"

For a moment, everyone was talking about it.

Just then, a bright red figure rushed over.

The light dissipated, revealing Zeng Yuyuan.

Her gaze swept over the crowd, and she said loudly, "Everyone, this is the decree of True Person Ming Shen. The strange phenomenon in the Crimson Cloud Peak cave is simply Junior Brother Shen's cultivation. It is a normal matter and there is no need to disturb him. Everyone, please disperse immediately and return to your caves. Do not discuss it further, and do not reveal it to anyone."

Upon seeing Zeng Yuyuan personally come to convey the True Man's decree, the disciples, though curious, said nothing more, bowed respectfully, and then vanished in streaks of light.

After everyone left.

Zhong Suming turned to Zeng Yuyuan and asked in a low voice, "Junior Sister Zeng, was it that girl Yang Huofeng who made such a commotion just now?"

Zeng Yuyuan nodded slightly and said softly, "Senior Brother Zhong is right. It is Junior Sister Yang who is breaking through. Master said that Junior Sister Yang is exceptionally talented and has a hidden fire spiritual root. Her dantian was sealed by a mysterious Taoist technique when she was young."

"For the past three months, Junior Brother Shen has been using the secret Daoist techniques passed down by Senior Uncle Yuan Huo to remove the restrictions from Junior Sister Yang's body."

"Only now is the task truly complete. Junior Sister Yang's bloodline has been awakened and activated, causing extraordinary phenomena in the spiritual energy of heaven and earth."

Zhong Suming suddenly realized: "So that's how it is!"

"Junior Brother Shen truly lives up to his reputation as a secret disciple of Master Yuan Huo. His discerning eyes and extraordinary skills are remarkable. He was able to discover such a gem from the ordinary, adding another genius disciple to our Fire Cloud Sect. It is a great fortune for our sect!"

He spoke sincerely and had a smile on his face.

Zeng Yuyuan nodded, showing admiration.

"Yes, Master said that Junior Brother Shen's Taoist skills are profound and his future achievements are limitless. He asked you and me to befriend him well."

"Junior Brother Shen was able to choose Junior Sister Yang and receive Master's approval, there must be a reason for it."

The two exchanged a few words.

Zhong Suming praised Shen Xuan repeatedly.

However, after Zeng Yuyuan turned around and disappeared in a stream of light.

The smile on Zhong Suming's face vanished instantly.

He looked at the still unsettled Crimson Cloud Peak cave, a hint of jealousy and resentment flashing deep in his eyes.

"What a wonderful disciple of Master Yuanhuo!"

Then, Zhong Suming also transformed into a streak of light and disappeared into the night.

……

Yang Huofeng walked briskly out of the inner layer of the cave.

At this moment, her cheeks were flushed with a healthy blush, her bright eyes were strikingly clear, and her whole body exuded an irrepressible, vibrant energy.

The surge in her cultivation made her feel incredibly light, as if she had inexhaustible energy, and even her breathing became hot and smooth.

Yang Yunfan, who had been waiting outside the door, immediately rushed to greet him upon hearing the sound.

His face was full of worry. He looked his daughter up and down several times to make sure she was safe and sound before he finally breathed a long sigh of relief.

My heart, which had been hanging in suspense, can finally be put at ease.

"Fire Phoenix, are you alright? There was quite a commotion inside just now."

Yang Yunfan asked kindly.

"It's alright, Father, don't worry, nothing could possibly happen to me!"

Yang Huofeng smiled and took her father's arm, her voice clear and loud, with a hint of pride.

"My senior brother is incredibly powerful; he helped me break the Daoist restrictions within my body. I feel great now, better than ever before!"

After calming down, Yang Yunfan quickly noticed that his daughter was acting strangely.

He was, after all, a Qi Refining Level 6 Water Magic cultivator.

The daughter was like a warm furnace, constantly radiating intense fiery energy, forming an invisible heat wave around her, swirling and lingering.

"Fire Phoenix, what is your cultivation level?"

It was only then that Yang Yunfan realized that his daughter's aura was far too strong.

"Ah, this..."

Yang Huofeng was a little embarrassed, but soon revealed a smug look.

"My senior brother said that I have great talent, but it was sealed before. After he helped me break the seal, he also used his supernatural powers to help me improve my cultivation level."

"An improvement? How much is 'one point'?"

Yang Yunfan's voice trembled slightly.

This was the first time he had ever heard of a senior brother helping a junior sister improve her cultivation level.

If he hadn't known that the Fire Cloud Sect was a Daoist sect, they might have mistaken Shen Haoming for a demonic cultivator.

"Well, not much."

Yang Huofeng recalled briefly and said uncertainly, "My senior brother said that I think I've reached the ninth level of Qi Refining."

"Ninth level of Qi Refining?"

Yang Yunfan stood there, mouth agape, as if petrified.

for a long time.

He seemed to suddenly wake up.

"You jumped seven levels in one night, from the second level of Qi Refining to the ninth level. Fire Phoenix, are you really alright?"

"It's nothing. What could possibly be wrong!"

Yang Huofeng laughed heartily, "Father, don't worry. I feel great now, I have inexhaustible energy."

No sooner had she finished speaking than she suddenly cried out, clutching her stomach and screaming in surprise.

Yang Yunfan's heart jumped: "Fire Phoenix, what's wrong?"

Yang Huofeng said with a bitter face, "Father, I'm so hungry. I've never been this hungry before. I feel like I could eat a whole bull."

"You girl!"

Yang Yunfan was taken aback at first, then laughed and scolded, "You almost scared your old man to death!"

Yang Yunfan quickly recovered and solemnly instructed, "Being hungry is a good thing; it means your body urgently needs nourishment. You should stay obediently in the cave and not go out."

"I'll go to the market right now and buy you some spiritual food."

"Know it."

Yang Huofeng nodded repeatedly, "My senior brother told me to go back to my room to consolidate my cultivation and comprehend the secret Daoist techniques, and forbade me from leaving the manor. I remember that!"

"Listen to your senior brother."

Yang Yunfan gave several instructions before hurriedly leaving the cave and heading to the market.

No wonder he's so cautious.

He was in his sixties and had never heard of such a thing.

In one night, he went from the second level of Qi Refining to the ninth level of Qi Refining.

Moreover, Yang Huofeng had just turned fifteen.

If this gets out, the consequences could be unpredictable.

Fortunately, this is Flame Island, which is completely controlled by the Fire Cloud Sect.

His daughter was promoted to a direct disciple of the Fire Cloud Sect.

As long as the Fire Cloud Sect stands, my daughter will be fine.

"Is Shen Haoming really just a mid-Foundation Establishment cultivator?"

"Can a Foundation Establishment cultivator possess such supernatural abilities?"

Considering Ming Shen Zhenren's attitude towards Shen Haoming, Yang Yunfan had a vague guess in his mind.

"The actions of a master are unfathomable. All I need to do is submit and obey."

"It is Huo Feng's good fortune to have met such a master."

"At fifteen, you've reached the ninth level of Qi Refining; surely you'll be able to establish your foundation someday!"

Thinking of this, Yang Yunfan couldn't help but feel happy.

My steps were also much lighter.

He never progressed beyond the mid-stage of Qi Refining in his entire life.

The fact that his daughter broke through to the Foundation Establishment stage is a great honor for the family.

At this time, Yang Yunfan was unaware of this.

His daughter achieved foundational cultivation much earlier than he had imagined.

The cave became quiet.

Yang Huofeng suppressed her smile, obediently returned to her room, and sat cross-legged.

With five hearts facing the sky, concentrate your mind and gather your energy, embrace the primordial unity.

Following the [Crimson Cloud Primordial Fire Technique] in her sea of ​​consciousness, Yang Huofeng began to guide the fire spiritual power within her body, circulating it throughout her body to consolidate her realm. In the meditation room, Yang Huofeng sat cross-legged, her hands forming the Fire Separation Seal.

As she circulated her cultivation technique, a layer of crimson-gold light gradually emanated from her body, flickering like flames.

Pure fire elemental energy surged from her dantian, flowing along her meridians and faintly condensing into the phantom of a divine phoenix behind her.

The phoenix phantom spread its wings slightly and stretched its neck toward the sky. Although it did not let out a long cry, it already possessed an extraordinary aura of being reborn from the ashes and about to take flight.

The pure fire elemental energy was drawn in, like a hundred birds paying homage to a phoenix, merging into the illusory image and making it even more solid.

At this moment, Yang Huofeng was like a fledgling phoenix nestled in flames, gathering strength to soar into the sky.

……

Half an hour later.

Master Mingshen quietly arrived at Crimson Cloud Peak and paid a visit.

Shen Xuan personally welcomed him into the inner part of the cave.

Along the way, Master Mingshen marveled at the layout of the cave dwelling.

When they saw the several array formations inside the cave.

Master Ming Shen's expression changed.

"These formations were set up by Fellow Daoist Xuanbing?"

Shen Xuan smiled and nodded.

Master Ming Shen's expression suddenly changed.

"Fellow Daoist Xuanbing, you have studied the Dao of Arrays?"

"I know a little bit."

Shen Xuan was unwilling to discuss the matter further and changed the subject. "Brother Ming Shen, let's go inside and talk."

"it is good."

Master Mingshen then realized the truth.

Just now, I accidentally violated a taboo of high-level cultivators.

Inquire about the other party's methods of protection.

In the main hall, Shen Xuan brewed tea.

"This is the Frosty Soul Spirit Tea, which has a slight effect on nourishing the spirit and enlightening the Dao. Fellow Daoist Ming Shen may wish to savor it carefully."

Master Mingshen took a sip and exclaimed, "Excellent tea!"

He was a fire mage.

This Frosty Soul Tea is perfect for neutralizing the dryness in the body.

"Brother Mingshen likes it, I'll take a jar back with me later."

The Liushuang Hanpo tea trees planted by Shen Xuan are growing well.

Each year, you can harvest more than ten kilograms.

He carried over 80 kilograms with him on this trip.

He uses only three tea leaves per cup of his spiritual tea.

I use three to five kilograms every year.

The rest can be used to do favors.

"Then thank you very much, Fellow Daoist Xuanbing."

Master Mingshen was not polite either.

The two exchanged a few pleasantries.

Master Mingshen explained his purpose.

"Fellow Daoist Xuanbing, were you able to completely break through the restrictions in Yang Huofeng's dantian yesterday?"

Master Mingshen's voice carried a hint of anticipation.

Since he was appointed to a critical mission ten years ago, leading part of the Fire Cloud Sect's legacy and some carefully selected young disciples, he has traveled through mountains and rivers to come to this Yue Kingdom, and he has not had a single good day.

He was especially heartbroken when he heard that Lingyuan Zhenren had failed to form his Nascent Soul and that the Demon Winged Roc, along with its demonic birds, had breached the Fire Cloud Immortal City and the sect's gates, resulting in the deaths of all his fellow disciples.

Even after ten years.

He still often thinks of his fellow disciples who studied and practiced Taoism with him.

It tragically ended up being devoured by the Demon-Winged Roc.

I couldn't help but burst into tears.

He is quite old.

Although it is the late stage of True Core.

The path is blocked; it is impossible to ascend to the next level.

Even achieving the perfect elixir is impossible.

Not to mention the Nascent Soul Path.

He is no longer the respected senior master of the Fire Cloud Sect.

They were nothing more than stray dogs.

Living under someone else's roof means having no roots.

The reason they put on a brave face and lingered on was to force themselves to stay alive.

They always held onto the belief of revitalizing the sect.

Shen Xuan's arrival was like a shot in the arm for him.

Now that the dawn is breaking, how could he not be excited?
"Hmm. Yang Huofeng is quite lucky. Last night, I completely broke the Daoist restriction in her dantian."

Shen Xuan took a sip of tea and spoke slowly.

"Then, what happened last night?"

“Yang Huofeng has an extraordinary background, possessing a trace of the bloodline of the divine bird phoenix. I suspect that she is a human from the spirit realm who has descended to this place.”

Shen Xuan's words left Master Ming Shen speechless.

half an hour.

He then cautiously asked, "Fellow Daoist Xuanbing, this matter is of great importance. It's not that I don't believe you. However, is it true that Yang Huofeng possesses a trace of the divine bird phoenix bloodline?"

Shen Xuan glanced at Master Ming Shen.

"It's absolutely true. However, you didn't have much hope either. That trace of bloodline is extremely faint."

Shen Xuan himself cultivated the [Nirvana Phoenix Body].

This kind of intuition, originating from the bloodline of the true spirit, can never be wrong.

"Great!"

Master Ming Shen was overjoyed.

"Senior Brother Yuan Huo was right. Sure enough, the revival of the sect will fall on Yang Huofeng!"

Even a trace of the divine bird phoenix bloodline should not be underestimated.

His talent and aptitude are comparable to those of a celestial spirit.

The Fire Cloud Sect, in particular, primarily uses fire-attribute techniques, which are extremely compatible with the bloodline of the divine bird, the Phoenix.

If Yang Huofeng can successfully condense her golden core, the sect's revival will be just around the corner.

Master Ming Shen asked excitedly, "By the way, Fellow Daoist Xuan Bing, what caused such a commotion last night? Is there anything wrong with Yang Huofeng's health?"

"No."

Shen Xuan pondered for a moment and said, "The person who sealed Yang Huofeng possessed profound Taoist skills. He left a gap when he sealed her."

"Although most of the spiritual energy was isolated, it actually had little impact on Yang Huofeng."

"When the restrictions were lifted, Yang Huofeng's phoenix bloodline was awakened at the same time, unleashing its potential."

“I imprinted the true method of Yuan Huo Zhenren into her sea of ​​consciousness. At this moment, her cultivation level is the ninth level of Qi Refining.”

After hearing Shen Xuan's words, Master Ming Shen felt incredulous.

"She's already at the ninth level of Qi Refining? That's too fast. Yang Huofeng isn't even sixteen yet."

“Yang Huofeng’s body is very different from ours. Therefore, I suspect that she is a human from the spirit realm and I don’t know how she descended here.”

"impossible!"

Master Mingshen shook his head and said, "The passage from our Xuantian Realm to the Spirit Realm has been severed for ten thousand years."

"so long?"

"Didn't True Monarch Qingyun tell you? In the past ten thousand years, the only way to ascend from the Xuantian Realm is to ascend to the Demon Realm."

"How could this be?"

Master Mingshen sighed.

"I've heard that a cataclysmic event occurred ten thousand years ago. After that event, the passage to the spirit world was completely severed. I don't know the specifics of what happened."

"Only those Nascent Soul True Monarchs know the details."

Shen Xuan said calmly, "I will ask True Monarch Qingyun again after I return to the sect."

"But there is one thing that is urgent."

"Oh, what's the matter?"

Shen Xuan glanced at Master Ming Shen.

“Yang Huofeng will be able to build the foundation of his Dao after three or four months of polishing.”

"what?"

After recovering from the shock, Master Ming Shen asked, "So fast?"

“I have examined her body. After her bloodline is awakened, within three months, her physical body, consciousness, spiritual power, and soul will all reach the peak of the Qi Refining stage at the Foundation Establishment stage.”

"hiss!"

Master Ming Shen gasped.

A Foundation Establishment cultivator at the age of sixteen!

This is too exaggerated.

“I’ve already said it. She is very likely a human from the Spirit Realm. It is said that humans from the Spirit Realm can establish their foundation upon reaching adulthood.”

Shen Xuan explained.

"I see!"

Master Ming Shen took out a medicine bottle from his storage bag and poured it out.

More than a dozen fire-attribute Foundation Establishment Pills were poured onto the jade table.

Master Mingshen selected three of the best quality coins, but he didn't know which one was the best.

"Fellow Daoist Xuanbing, which Foundation Establishment Pill do you think is the best?"

"This one, please."

Shen Xuan casually lit one.

"Sigh, I've used up all the best Foundation Establishment Pills these past few years. If I had known, I should have saved one."

“Brother Ming Shen, there is no need to worry. I will personally protect you, and Yang Huofeng will surely establish a superior Dao foundation.”

"Ah! That's great!"

Master Ming Shen smiled broadly, his face beaming like a chrysanthemum.

He is really happy.

In the past ten years, I haven't laughed more every day than I have today.

Next, the two discussed Yang Huofeng's development plans after she achieved foundation building.

A simple sentence.

The Fire Cloud Sect is providing full support.

He was willing to give anything to Yang Huofeng, as long as it was something the Huoyun Sect possessed.

After all, it's a Golden Core sect.

Even in decline, there are still some good things to offer.

"There's one more thing, I wonder if Brother Mingshen has considered it?"

Shen Xuan reminded him.

"what's up?"

"Brother Mingshen, Yang Huofeng's Foundation Establishment has caused quite a stir. Have you considered how to keep the news under wraps?"

"This……"

Master Mingshen pondered for a while.

“Disciples of the sect are easy to deal with. These disciples will keep the secret after the decree is issued.”

"Many of those sect servants were locals from Yue Kingdom, and they all knew Yang Huofeng."

Master Mingshen sighed.

“Fellow Daoist Xuanbing, when the time comes, I will issue a decree forbidding them from revealing this to the outside world. However, this matter cannot be kept secret for long.”

"Let's keep it a secret for a while first."

Shen Xuan thought that Ming Shen was too optimistic.

Not to mention the servants, even the sect disciples might leak information about Yang Huofeng to outsiders.

This kind of thing can't be kept secret for long.

Fortunately, Yueyun Sect is also a Taoist sect.

They wouldn't openly poach people.

"It's good that Brother Mingshen knows what's going on."

Shen Xuan was just giving a reminder.

The specific response should be left to Master Ming Shen himself.

He was merely a guest here.

Ten years later, after entering the Spirit Stream Secret Realm and collecting the Primordial True Water, you will leave.

What will become of Yang Huofeng in the future? Will the Huoyun Sect be able to revive?

He simply did his best and left the rest to fate.

"In any case, Ming Shen still wants to thank Fellow Daoist Xuan Bing."

"If there's anything Ming Shen can do, please feel free to ask, Fellow Daoist Xuan Bing."

Master Mingshen said solemnly, his face grave.

"Let's talk about it later. Brother Mingshen, you should keep this a secret for now."

"We'll discuss this further once Yang Huofeng has laid the foundation."

Shen Xuan suggested.

“Fellow Daoist Xuanbing is right. I will go and issue the decree immediately, designating Crimson Cloud Peak as a restricted area, where entry and exit are strictly prohibited.”

Master Mingshen left in a hurry with a happy expression.

He also wanted to choose a Foundation Establishment spiritual item to give to Yang Huofeng.

Three months later.

Inside the cave on Crimson Cloud Peak, the fire elemental energy was surging wildly.

Inside the inner training room.

Yang Huofeng sat cross-legged, her eyes slightly closed, radiating a scorching aura.

Shen Xuan set up a large spirit-locking array for her.

Place high-grade fire spirit stones directly to increase the concentration of fire spirit energy in the training room.

Yang Huofeng sat at the core of the formation, her aura powerful, having reached the peak of the Qi Refining stage, perfectly flawless.

She opened her eyes, a hint of nervousness in them, which quickly turned into a determined look as she gazed at Shen Xuan not far ahead.

"Master, your disciple is ready."

Shen Xuan nodded slightly, his expression calm: "Concentrate your mind and calm your spirit, draw upon your spiritual power, proceed step by step, condense your energy into liquid, and transform it into a sea of ​​fire. With me here, there is no need to worry, you will surely be able to build a superior Dao foundation."

After hearing Shen Xuan's words, Yang Huofeng felt much more at ease.

She took a deep breath, activated the Crimson Cloud Elemental Fire Technique, and channeled the fire elemental energy within her body to begin her attempt to break through to the Foundation Establishment stage.

Previously, Master Ming Shen had set up multiple layers of arrays and restrictions outside Crimson Cloud Peak, strictly prohibiting anyone from entering or leaving.

However, the moment Yang Huofeng initiated the Foundation Establishment, the sky above Crimson Cloud Peak suddenly changed.

(End of this chapter)