I've already become an immortal lord, and only now is the spiritual energy reviving?

The way of Heaven is constant; a decade passes in the blink of an eye.

Under your guidance, Guanhua Gate survived a decade of life-or-death crisis.

[Event Recap:]

[Year One: With the revival of the Ancestral Master's Sacred Furnace, Hua Yangzi and others unearthed a broken ancient formation and a small abandoned mine on the barren slopes of the back mountain, barely managing to establish a foothold in the desolate Qinglu Mountain.]

[In the second year: Through Hua Yangzi's matchmaking, the second disciple Chai Wu and the third disciple He Qin became Daoist partners. The two were of one mind, and the sect became even more cohesive.]

[In the third year: Chai Wu recruited Shu Yan, a rare genius with a spiritual root of "one foot and five inches," from Liu Family Village. Hua Yangzi treasured her and bestowed upon her the incomplete and unique copy of the "Jade Condensation Technique of the Cold Pool."]

[Year Four: The Third Elder, He Qin, gave birth to a son, named Chai Dingwei; the sect's population gradually increased, and the mortal settlement began to take shape, acquiring a secular air thanks to everyone's diligent efforts.]

[Year Six: Hua Yangzi, concealing his identity, infiltrated Shulufang and spent a fortune of 120 spirit stones to purchase the "Jade Bright True Qi"; Shu Yan used this to break through to the Qi Refining stage.]

[Seventh Year: Shu Yan received the Dao, her mind matured early, and she began to intervene in the sect's management, revising sect rules, establishing the Hall of Merit, and improving planting methods, bringing a new atmosphere to Guanhua Sect.]

[Year 8: Facing pressure from surrounding forces, the sect established the "Soldier Assassination Battalion." Under Chai Wu's leadership, the disciples practiced combined attack techniques day and night, sharpening their swords in preparation.]

[Year Nine: The sect officially expands westward, conquering several villages; Chai Wu accidentally enters a forbidden area in Kufeng Pass, consumes the "Earth Marrow Spirit Mushroom," and obtains the inheritance of the ancient method "Mount Sumeru King View," causing his physical body to begin to transform.]

[Year Ten: Chai Wu led his troops to victory, and all members of the annihilated camp returned to the sect, marking a resounding success in the westward expansion plan; the sect formulated its grand ambition to annex the Chixia, Wensi, and Cangchun factions, aiming for the position of overlord of Qinglu Mountain, an unstoppable force.]

When the text scrolls to the end, several lines of large, gold-plated text appear:

[Ten-Year Rating: Ding Zhong (The Beginning of ZTE's Resurgence)]

[Comment: The sect was on the verge of destruction. You grasped at the last straw and managed to give the spark a tiny bit of strength.]

Based on this prosperity rating, the rewards are as follows:

[1. Special sect building blueprint: Altar of Sacrifice.]

[2. Special Gift: The Method of Observing Qi.]

"Official perk! What a real perk!"

Nothing makes a player feel more refreshed than receiving a free reward.

Qingyuan pressed the "Yes" button heavily, his expression revealing a hint of urgency.

A refreshing coolness made him shiver.

Deep in my mind, the obscure images and text were deconstructed and transformed into primal instincts in an instant.

【The Method of Observing Qi】

It is called a "law," but in reality it is a "pupil technique."

The so-called "observation, auscultation, inquiry, and palpation" of worldly doctors only look at the outward appearance.

This technique focuses on the "core" of destiny and fortune.

All living things are accompanied by their own destiny and fortune.

Colors are divided into five hues, which determine rise and fall in fortune. A bright moon signifies nobility, while a dull, ashen cloud signifies disaster; all this can be discerned in a single, illusory glance.

At the end of the introduction, a line of tiny, enticing characters reads:

The more frequently it is used, the stronger the power of the eyes becomes; reaching its ultimate state, one can perceive the workings of the Heavenly Way.

Qingyuan stroked his chin, his heart burning with excitement.

Proficiency level skills?

He's familiar with this setup!

"Wait, what if we combine it with 'The Monkey King'..."

My thoughts raced, and a wonderful picture came to mind.

The "Mind Monkey" can hear sounds, understand people's thoughts, and know what they want to do.

"Observing Qi" reveals one's fortune, one's destiny, and one's ability to "achieve success."

It's like someone smiling on the outside but harboring malicious intentions; the "monkey mind" has already given a warning.

A quick glance revealed that the man's face was dark and he was plagued by bad luck.

Then why bother running?

Just pull up a chair, eat sunflower seeds, and watch the show.

The unlucky guy might trip over his own feet and fall half to his death after only a couple of steps.

One inside, one outside; one feint, one real—it's a sure-fire life-saving technique.

The only thing that's frightening is the scarlet warning line at the bottom:

The practitioner must not observe themselves, as this could disrupt their own destiny.

Qingyuan subconsciously touched the tip of his nose.

In life, it's a blessing to be a little oblivious; all you need to do is see through other people's secrets.

Satisfied with accepting the pupil technique, Qingyuan's gaze shifted to another major reward.

The icon depicts an ancient stone altar surrounded by runes, exuding a sense of antiquity.

Special Blueprint: Altar

[Gather the strengths of all schools of thought to lay the foundation for the great way.]

【Function: Derivation Method】

[You can input at least three cultivation manuals (of any rank) that have compatible attributes and similar themes, consume time, refine them, integrate them, and deduce a brand new secret manual.]

[Note: The body is formed from mortal bones, and imbued with the soul by the Ancestor. The creations made by the disciples are merely inanimate objects. Only Your Excellency can wield this power.]

"Isn't this... a synthesis platform?"

With a light tap of my finger on the table, the long-standing problem was solved.

Shu Yan is thirteen years old now and has already reached the third level of Qi Refining.

Even without resources, he can endure the hardship. With his extraordinary talent of only one foot and five inches, he is certain to reach the threshold of Foundation Establishment within ten years.

Unfortunately, "The Jade Pendant in the Cold Pool" is only partially completed, as the foundation-building chapters were lost in the war.

Could a prodigy be rendered unable to progress due to a break in his cultivation technique?

What a waste!

"The road is open."

Qingyuan retrieved the Daoist Canon catalog that he had previously obtained by "spying" on neighboring sects.

"Water element, predominantly yin and cold, emphasizes strong roots..."

Rapid screening.

The result was rather meager.

In my own warehouse.

Apart from the incomplete version being revised by Shu Yan, there is only one book, "The Stream Flowing Skill," which I "observed" from my neighbor Yu Si Ge and it barely touches on the subject, so it can be used as material.

Two are missing one.

One more book is needed to initiate the "starting price" synthesis ceremony.

However, since they are paving the way for their own core disciples, they can't just use any cheap, low-quality goods.

A three-in-one starter kit?

That's the base model configuration.

If you're going to do it, do it to be the best of the best!

"We've already figured out everything about our neighbors."

"It seems we need to broaden our horizons and take advantage of more powerful forces. After all, scholars value mutual learning and exchange."

The ten-year plan has a very clear blueprint.

As for the quota for the [Derivation Method], it must be used wisely.

Only exceptional talents like Shu Yan and Chai Wu, who excel in certain areas, deserve the painstaking efforts of the ancestor to provide one-on-one personalized services.

The rest of the people?

It's fine to practice with common items. The Ancestor has limited energy, so why bother focusing on ordinary NPCs to get full sets of divine equipment?

The blueprint has been finalized.

Qingyuan glanced at the bottom right corner of the screen.

【02:15】

"Holy crap, it's two o'clock?!"

Games can mislead people, and cultivating immortality can lead to ruin!

I have to report to Feiyue Science and Technology Innovation Center tomorrow.

If you arrive late on your first day of work with panda eyes, leaving a bad impression on your boss, your long-term job security might be in jeopardy.

You must understand that every penny earned in reality will eventually become the fuel that supports the sect's development.

After all, no income means being unable to pay rent and utilities, and power and internet outages mean your computer has to shut down.

The computer shuts down, the "Heavenly Way collapses" at Guanhua Gate, and everyone is doomed.

Making money is for the sake of better cultivating immortality!

pat.

Press [Pause].

The screen freezes.

At the summit of Qinglu Mountain, the morning sun breaks through the clouds, and all things begin to thaw and come to life.

Turn off the computer and turn off the lights.

After a quick shower, Qingyuan lay down in bed.

The bed frame was a bit hard, which made me feel unusually secure.

He mentally reviewed the other three forces that he had not yet acquired.

The old coins from Yusi Pavilion, the lewd songs from Cangchun Valley...

Over the past decade, Guanhua Gate has been reborn.

And he, as an ordinary mortal, gradually adapted to his identity as the ancestor.

All of this is like climbing a mountain.

We've just reached the foot of the mountain.

The moonlight outside the window was gentle, and two owls cried from an unknown place.

Tomorrow will be another battle.