He started as a shepherd and took on countless jobs.

Palaces and temples.

Pei Si and Huang Ting sat facing each other.

Huang Ting pointed his sword, and a small booklet floated in front of Pei Si.

Pei Si sat upright, listening attentively.

"Qi cultivators are also known as seekers of the Dharma. Let me first tell you about the initial stage of Qi cultivation, which is called self-cultivation and foundation building."

Self-cultivation is the cultivation of the mind; building a foundation is the foundation of life.

When the mind is calm, the spirit is focused; when the spirit is focused, the vital energy gathers. When the foundation is solid, the Way arises; when the Way arises, longevity can be expected.

This is one of my lineage's methods for self-cultivation and foundation building, called "The Song of Guarding the One and Repairing Leaks at the Mysterious Pass." Please take a look.

Pei Si accepted the "Song of Guarding the Gate and Mending Leaks," and Huang Ting continued, "In addition to cultivation techniques, there should also be methods for killing and defeating enemies."

"I observe that you have opened up the twelve regular meridians and the Ren and Du meridians, and your qi and blood are like pillars. You have already entered the path of martial arts and are practicing swordsmanship."

At this point, Huang Ting paused, Yuan Shan frowned slightly, and continued, "I am skilled in swordsmanship, but I have not studied knife techniques in depth. Would you like to learn?"

"Swords and sabers are ultimately different. If you are not willing to learn my lineage of swordsmanship, there are other masters in the temple who specialize in saber techniques. I can introduce you to one."

"This disciple is willing to learn! It is nothing more than practicing day and night without ceasing." Pei Si's tone was firm as he looked directly at Huang Ting.

Huang Ting hummed in agreement, his face expressionless, and rose with a flick of his sleeve, saying loudly, "Since you wish to learn, I will naturally teach you."

"Listen carefully, my swordsmanship is called the Jiazi Dragon-Slaying Technique!"

"Master my swordsmanship, and all aquatic creatures, demons, and spirits in the world will have to give way before you!"

"This sword is a spiritual weapon, and it will stay with you."

"I will pass on to you another life-saving sword talisman. This talisman contains a wisp of my pure sword energy, enough to save your life."

After saying that, Huang Ting lightly touched Pei Si's brow with one finger and his own brow with the other.

A powerful sword technique transformed into a seed and entered Pei Si's brow.

Then two streaks of light flew out. One streak stopped at Pei Si's waist and transformed into a spirit sword, while the other streak went straight into Pei Si's hand and transformed into a talisman.

"You can study it on your own. If you don't understand anything, come and ask me."

Huang Ting turned and left.

Pei Si stood there, inwardly smiling bitterly, "Old man Lin, you've found me a good master."

They immediately taught him the methods of Qi cultivation, swordsmanship, and gave him spiritual weapons and life-saving sword talismans.

The newbie gift pack is full.

Pei Si's gaze was deep and unfathomable; his master was cold on the outside but warm on the inside.

Pei Si opened the "Guarding One and Mending Leaks" book and read it attentively.

It turns out that "refining oneself and building a foundation" is a general term for a major realm.

Self-cultivation is divided into three minor realms.

Stop thinking, introspect, and understand your true nature.

Stopping thoughts means calming the mind and locking away distracting thoughts, locking away the restless mind.

Pei Si sat quietly on the futon, his palms facing the sky.

As soon as he closed his eyes, Pei Si began practicing the cultivation method of the "Mysterious Pass Guarding One and Mending Leaks Song".

Mengshan, the mountain god temple, the Red Lantern Goddess, the Yellow Demon—all sorts of things floated into Pei Si's mind, giving rise to delusions, distractions, and restlessness.

The Daoist art of "Pure Heart of the Blade" has been bestowed upon him.

【Clear Heart】: When cultivating, one can instantly enter a meditative state, free from distractions. When practicing sword techniques, one's comprehension is enhanced, and the cultivation speed increases by 30%. Sword techniques can be used to subdue demons and evil spirits!

When practicing meditation, one should enter a state of deep concentration in an instant and abandon all distracting thoughts.

In an instant, Pei Si entered a state of stillness.

"Master of Appraisal, Pei Si, is in charge of the [Qi Refining Warrior]!"

"Martial Arts Proficiency +1, Proficiency 1/100".

[Judge: Pei Si]

【Position: Qi Refiner (None, 1/100)】

[Taoist Arts: None]

[Job Evaluation: By absorbing the spiritual energy of heaven and earth into one's body, one refines one's character and lays the foundation for the Dao. Then, one refines essence into qi, and qi into spirit, and so on. Wielding supernatural powers, one can attain the mysteries of moving mountains and filling seas, traversing the earth with golden light, and bringing the dead back to life. Therefore, one is also known as the Seeker of the Law! Those with great supernatural powers ascend to the Jade Capital!]

[The Qi Refiner (White)] can obtain the Daoist art of [Gathering Rainbow Qi].

"【Gathering Rainbow Qi】: After rain, at dawn and dusk, contemplate the rainbow in the heavens and earth, which contains the essence of the sun, moon, and clouds. Absorb the primordial pure Qi and the essence of the five elements from the rainbow's light into your body, refine yourself, and nourish your life foundation!"

[Promotion Requirement: Enter a meditative state 100 times]

Pei Si narrowed his eyes. This method of "Gathering Rainbow Qi" could nourish the foundation of life, and was actually a method to prolong life. It could also help him refine himself and build his foundation.

Wonderful.

Suddenly.

Within the sea of ​​consciousness, the [Comprehensive Mirror of All Trades] trembled slightly, enveloped by a wisp of pure energy, clearly indicating that a change had occurred.

"The appraiser has already assumed the positions of six professions: Shepherd, Warrior, Swordsman, Paper Craftsman, Yin-Yang Master, and Qi Refiner!"

"【Comprehensive Guide to All Trades】Elevate and Unlock New Classes!"

"There is a possibility that different professions may merge, resulting in a completely new profession."

In the "Comprehensive Record of All Trades," the six major professions are listed at the top.

Two slots appear in the middle of the bronze mirror.

Pei Si was overjoyed. He never expected that the All-Encompassing Mirror of All Trades could be upgraded, and that after upgrading, it could be integrated with professions.

Pei Si had a thought and placed the [Shepherd] into the slot, but nothing changed.

"It seems there is currently no profession that can be integrated with the shepherd."

Pei Si tried them one by one until he placed the [Paper Craftsman] in the slot, when suddenly something unexpected happened.

The Yin-Yang Talisman vibrated slowly, as if resonating with the Paper Craftsman, their voices complementing each other.

With a thought, Pei Si placed the [Yin Yang Talisman] into the card slot.

"【Paper Craftsman】+【Yin-Yang Master】=【Taoist Priest】!"

Note: After merging and upgrading to a new profession, the original profession will not disappear and can continue to advance in rank, mastering various arts!

Note: When integrating a new profession, there are rank requirements for the prerequisite profession!

"Only those who are skilled in paper crafting (blue) and Yin-Yang talisman making (blue) can meet the requirements!"

Pei Si was greatly shocked; it was Duan Gong.

Pei Si knew something about Duan Gong.

In short, a Taoist priest is a folk sorcerer who can exorcise evil spirits and control demons.

Pei Si's eyes flashed with a sharp light.

If we can raise the Duan Gong to a certain rank, can we refine the Red Lantern Goddess into a mad soldier and use her for our own purposes?

A completely new and unimaginable path unfolded before Pei Si.

Pei Si took a deep breath, suppressing his thoughts.

Pei Si is still unable to cultivate the true seed of the Jiazi Dragon-Slaying Technique located between his eyebrows.

One must reach the second stage of self-cultivation and the inner vision stage before one can begin cultivation.

Pei Si knelt before the desk, holding a writing brush.

In his previous life, he was a test-taker in a small town, and his mother pushed him hard from a young age, enrolling him in extracurricular classes.

Pei Si studied calligraphy and has a solid foundation. He has also posted videos of himself practicing calligraphy on Douyin.

At that time, there was a wave of "Slender Gold Style" calligraphy on Douyin, and Pei Si also followed the trend and posted it, gaining a small but significant amount of traffic.

"The righteous spirit of the three mountains, the alliance's might to vanquish evil, to slay the wicked and slay the demons, and to make ghosts and monsters bow down..."

Pei Si copied the books quickly. As the sun began to set, he shook his slightly numb wrists and muttered, "How come I haven't managed to become a 'writer' by copying books?"

"I've already figured out the method: I can copy books incredibly fast, and whatever book I copy, I can acquire the abilities of that book."

"No one understands why I buried my books in a sea of ​​texts. When the Demon Lord descends and wreaks havoc on the mortal realm, I will copy the Sword Manual and become a terrestrial sword immortal!"

"Then I'll add another line: From the moment I wielded a sword as a child, I knew I was the best in the world!"

"Ha ha ha ha!"

Pei Si laughed as he copied.

"【Promotion Requirements: Copy the basic talisman of the 'Three Mountains Exorcising Evil Talisman' 100 times (52/100)】"

Outside the palace/temple.

"Senior sister, has junior brother gone mad from copying talismans?" Qingfeng was confused. How could someone copy talismans and still laugh?

Mingyue shrugged. "Who knows? The Demon Encounter has just passed. Let's go to Canghong Mountain with our junior brother!"