Starting with warding off evil and disaster, one can ascend to immortality after countless tribulati

Looking at the ancestor with delight, He Huan smiled from the bottom of his heart.

He has never been highly regarded in the family, and he rarely gets to enjoy any of the good things that happen in the family.

Just because he met Jiang Ming and helped him with a small favor, he was able to gain the old patriarch's special attention. Indeed, no matter how hard a person tries, it is not as good as the help of a benefactor.

"Thank you for your guidance, Ancestor. I will definitely work hard..." Overjoyed, He Huan made a silent resolution.

Today, the Ye and Cheng families have surpassed all other major families in Tongzhou City.

If the He family doesn't keep up, they may fall out of the ranks of the four great families in the future.

If the family wants to prosper, it must be on good terms with Jiang Ming.

With this in mind, He Huan secretly made up her mind to send Jiang Ming more spirit stones, hoping that she could have more opportunities to speak with the True Person compared to other members of her clan.

In this way, his position in the family can be more secure.

Unaware of He Huan's thoughts at that moment, Jiang Ming was on his way back to the sect.

With talent and spirit stones secured, the rest is up to time. Given time, even the most inexperienced overseas cultivator will be able to obtain a few gold cards, allowing them to progress further on their path.

Jiang Ming, a member of the outer sect of the Wanfa Sect, decided to settle down here and patiently cultivate these disciples.

The reason this matter wasn't assigned to the outer sect elders is...

The main concern was that they might not understand external teachings and thus hinder the disciples' cultivation.

In addition, Jiang Ming was also worried that they were greedy for spirit stones.

Having plundered seven branches of the Myriad Star Alliance, Jiang Ming now possesses seven million spirit stones.

If used to train a disciple, these resources would be more than enough to train a Foundation Establishment disciple, but Jiang Ming was not interested in whether these people could actually establish a Foundation Establishment.

Foundation building is difficult; allowing them to integrate their five elements and join their own path is relatively simpler.

Jiang Ming's current goal is to accomplish the greatest task with the least amount of spirit stones, and if one-third of these ten thousand cultivators can succeed.

His cultivation level will increase significantly, and if he succeeds in most cases, he can easily reach the mid-stage of Foundation Establishment.

Of course, all of this needs to be done gradually.

It is absolutely unacceptable to force a seedling to grow faster than it should be.

They temporarily stayed in Zhou Yi's attic at Luhuo Peak.

Fearing that he might disturb Zhou Yi's peace and quiet, Jiang Ming had already sent him to the inner sect to enjoy a life of luxury, where there were more resources.

Although Zhou Yi is advanced in years, with the support of massive resources, reaching the ninth rank is not a problem.

It's a pity he's past the right age and doesn't meet the conditions for the fusion of the five elements; otherwise, out of gratitude, Jiang Ming would have found a way to help him build his foundation.

Furnace Peak, thanks to the addition of these disciples.

Wang Yousheng has become an officer in charge of hundreds of people, responsible for guiding these overseas cultivators in forging weapons for sale abroad.

For a long time, the outer gate has been lifeless.

Now, under Jiang Ming's leadership, this place is brimming with vitality.

evening.

Having confirmed that Jiang Ming was in the attic, Wang Yousheng came to visit him with a pot of wine and a few dishes, smiling obsequiously. Beside him was his Daoist partner, who was not particularly beautiful, but was gentle and polite and not unpleasant.

Looking at the little girl behind the two, Jiang Ming's face showed a look of reminiscence. He quickly recognized her as the little girl who had followed Zhou Yi back then, and also Wang Yousheng's beloved daughter.

The girl is just over ten years old and has not yet reached the age of marriage.

She has decent looks and a quirky, mischievous charm.

"You want her to become your apprentice? Why don't you go to my grandfather? She has a good relationship with the old man and can get very good guidance from him."

After sizing up the girl, Jiang Ming calmly asked a question.

Wang Yousheng felt an invisible pressure, scratched his head, and said a little embarrassedly, "Brother Jiang, all I've ever hoped for in my life is for Han'er to make something of herself."

I originally intended for this girl to cultivate under Steward Zhou, but Steward Zhou felt that since the child was young, she could try to pursue the Foundation Establishment Realm.

That's when I mustered up the courage to bring her here. Could you please do me a favor and take her in? From now on, I'll have her acknowledge you as her godfather...

Seeing Wang Yousheng so humble, and remembering how Wang had been beaten and had his leg broken when he bought pills for him, Jiang Ming nodded and finally stopped refusing.

"Alright, let her stay and give it a try. I've been a bit bored in the outer sect lately..."

"Thank you, thank you, Brother Jiang. Come on, let's have a drink."

"Girl, mistress, come quickly and offer us a toast..."

Overjoyed, Wang Yousheng quickly filled the wine glass to the brim and drank it all in one gulp.

Wang Yuhan knelt down timidly to pay her respects, sized up Jiang Ming, and then respectfully called him "Master."

Nodding in agreement, Jiang Ming glanced at the child and immediately noticed that the child's physical attributes were quite ordinary, but as someone with extremely poor physical attributes...

Jiang Ming naturally didn't care at all; after all, how could someone be worse than him?

"At your age, you're at the first level of the Qi Refining Realm. It's suitable for you to find a water-based cultivation technique to start with. I have a third-grade technique here."

"Take this and study it. If there's anything you don't understand, think about it some more. If you really can't figure it out, then come ask me." After giving these instructions, Jiang Ming took out several hundred spirit stones from his storage bag.

He handed it over to Wang Yuhan very generously, and couldn't help but feel a little emotional.

Foundation Building and Qi Absorption are clearly only one major realm apart.

The treatment was completely different. Back then, he only received his first 500 spirit stones when he reached the fifth rank at Furnace Peak.

These days, these spirit stones are as easy as sprinkling water.

"Go back and cultivate diligently; you'll reach Foundation Establishment soon." After offering a few words of encouragement, Jiang Ming ruffled the girl's hair in a bun and watched her and her family leave the pavilion.

Half a month later.

He is currently instructing disciples in the outer sect.

Elder Bai from the inner sect rushed over, as if he had encountered a problem. His face was red, and he didn't know whether to speak or not. "What's wrong? Speak quickly."

After being reprimanded, Elder Bai gradually regained his composure and, without further hesitation, revealed the situation directly: "I have news about Junior Brother Li."

The disciples discovered that a cultivator was manipulating Junior Brother Li to commit evil deeds outside Tongzhou City. Based on the disciples' descriptions, I guessed that the person was the old demon Yun Shou of the Witchcraft Cult, with a mid-Foundation Establishment cultivation level…”

"I understand. I'll settle accounts with him after I've stabilized the outer disciples." With a sigh, Jiang Ming immediately understood Elder Bai's hesitation.

At the mid-stage of Foundation Establishment, he is indeed no match for him.

We can only let Old Man Li hold on for a while longer.

Once most of these outer disciples have achieved the fusion of the five elements, it will be the day when the enemy pays the price in blood!

"Sigh, this is the only way. Master Jiang, don't put too much pressure on yourself. I've also been trying to build a foundation through unorthodox methods recently."

Although I am old and many things are beyond my control, I will not give up on rescuing Junior Brother Li as long as there is even the slightest chance.” Elder Bai solemnly swore.

It's clear that he and Old Man Li have a very good relationship.

After watching him leave, Jiang Ming returned to the main hall of the Wanfa Sect to perform rituals and guide overseas cultivators.

Half a year.

Ao Shu arrived at the outer gate of the Wanfa Sect and asked Jiang Ming for protection.

This descendant of the Dragon Palace achieved the fusion of the five elements in just two years. Of course, this was also closely related to the fact that she was already at the peak of the Qi Consumption Realm.

Other cultivators would not have been able to move so quickly.

"Ready? Here's a wind-avoiding bead and some healing pills. Take them and use them, but it's best not to use them unless absolutely necessary."

Otherwise, the blessings from heaven and earth will be reduced..." He handed over the treasures bestowed upon him by the Heavenly Furnace Immortal to Ao Shu and patiently gave her some pointers.

Ao Shu took it as a treasure that Jiang Ming had specially prepared for her, her eyes filled with tenderness. She gently embraced and kissed him, saying sweetly, "Wait until I successfully break through..."

They exchanged a glance, and Jiang Ming, sensing the burning desire in the other's heart, nodded and readily agreed.

If I could have more Foundation Establishment helpers, what would be wrong with teaching them everything I know?

With her aura at its peak, Ao Shu set up the prepared rituals, then leaped into the air to attempt to break through to the Foundation Establishment realm.

Whoosh! Boom!

Unlike the strong winds that Jiang Ming encountered back then.

The tribulation Ao Shu faced was even more complex. In mid-air, a dragon-shaped phantom hovered above her head, transforming into a bolt of lightning, ready to strike at any moment.

"Why have you suffered even more calamities than I have? Is it because you betrayed the Dragon Palace's lineage, which attracted heavenly lightning?"

A thought flashed through Jiang Ming's mind, and he couldn't help but feel a little worried.

Based on his judgment, Ao Shu could only survive one of the gale and the lightning tribulation on her own.

In that case, a choice must be made.

The gale can be blocked with the Wind-Avoiding Pearl, and then all your strength can be concentrated to fight against the dragon-shaped heavenly lightning.

In her original form, Ao Shu was pure white, with shimmering scales that exuded an air of nobility.

"Dragon Palace! These are cultivators from the Dragon Palace! They've actually come to the Great Zhou to cultivate!"

"Hiss, if she succeeds, the Myriad Laws Sect will have two Foundation Establishment True Persons in charge. Congratulations!"

"No, I heard that the cultivator who abducted the Dragon Palace's descendant back then has already been killed by the Dragon Clan!"

Could it be that the Dragon Palace is fabricating lies to cover up a scandal and deceive us?

"Let's not talk about that now, let's observe the breakthrough process."

Whether we succeed or not, it will greatly benefit our future spiritual practice…”

He ignored the discussions among his disciples below the stage.

Jiang Ming looked at Ao Shu's battered body and felt a surge of tension; the intensity of the gale was extremely high.

Ao Shu, however, had no intention of using the Wind-Avoiding Pearl. Instead, she took pills and persisted on her own path.

Seeing her stop, Jiang Ming took a deep breath, feeling a cold sweat for Ao Shu. Reaching this point meant the most difficult part of Gangfeng Pass. Once they stopped, they would have to continue forward without knowing the direction.

All the efforts would be in vain.

After writhing for a moment, Ao Shu clearly regained consciousness, her body covered in blood from the baptism of the gale.

Pale golden blood streamed down, splashing onto the ground and releasing a scorching heat.

Boom!

A flash of lightning appeared, followed by a vast and imposing dragon-shaped phantom charging towards them.

This imposing aura was something Jiang Ming had never seen before!

Struck straight by lightning, Ao Shu let out a wail, her breath plummeting to rock bottom. However, at the critical moment, a golden light burst forth from her body.

Her injuries were instantly healed, and at the same time, Ao Shu pressed on and charged straight into the sky.

Become!

My heart calmed down for a moment.

Seeing that Ao Shu had successfully established her foundation, Jiang Ming immediately stepped forward to help her.

This state represents the weakest moment for a Foundation Establishment cultivator.

If an enemy were to launch a surprise attack, it could very well be fatal, robbing Ao Shu of her hard-won achievements.

Fortunately, the golden light seemed to have the wonderful effect of concealing one's aura.

Within a radius of hundreds of miles, not a single gaze was cast upon them, a stark contrast to the scene when Jiang Ming broke through.

Back when he first broke through, many veteran Foundation Establishment cultivators in Tongzhou sent their divine thoughts to him. If it weren't for the three Foundation Establishment cultivators protecting him at the time, Jiang Ming would probably have been devoured by those old fogies in no time.

"So tired." With a delicate sigh, Ao Shu didn't have time to explain the origin of the golden light before collapsing into Jiang Ming's arms.

He took her back to the inner sect to rest, and Jiang Ming silently watched over her for half a month before Ao Shu's cultivation was completely stabilized.

At the same time, Jiang Ming's aura also improved, which was obviously a benefit brought to him by the expansion of the Daoist lineage's influence.

"Finally, it's a success! I've been waiting for all this for so long." With a hearty laugh, Ao Shu's voluptuous figure surged like ocean waves.

Her plump bottom nestled gently against him, her eyes filled with tenderness, "Jiang Lang, isn't it time for you to keep your promise...?"

Jiang Ming gave Tao's buttocks a hard slap as punishment, but instead of indulging in pleasure, he curiously inquired about the source of the golden light.

With a sigh, Ao Shu did not hide anything and patiently explained, "That is the True Lord Gold Element that my mother obtained for me. It can save my life in critical moments."

Unfortunately, I was not filial enough; I rebelled against the Dragon Palace and failed my parents' expectations…

"Parents only hope that their children can live a good life. Although the Dragon Palace is a vast world, it's not bad to follow me."

If you were to spar with someone in the early stages of Foundation Establishment in the Dragon Palace, you would definitely have the advantage. There's nothing wrong with our path to enlightenment.

Right now, we only lack some influence. But as more and more cultivators join us, I'm confident that one day I can lead you back to your homeland in glory!

His ambition was expressed with soaring spirit.

Ao Shu smiled gently and nodded without doubt, "I trust you, and I don't regret coming out with you."

Jiang Ming sat up contentedly, quickly dressed, and said, "I'll stay in charge of the inner sect for you. I need to continue training those disciples."

"I'm trying to break through to the mid-game as soon as possible so I can rescue a senior who helped me in my early years."

"Jiang Lang is a man of integrity and loyalty. Since that's the case, go ahead with peace of mind."

"Once you break through to the mid-Foundation Establishment stage, even if it's a dragon's den or a tiger's lair, I'm willing to brave it with you." After straightening Jiang Ming's collar, Ao Shu whispered a few words to him and immediately obediently stayed in the inner sect, comprehending his current abilities.

……

Several months passed in the blink of an eye.

Encouraged by Jiang Ming, dozens of disciples in the outer sect have successfully achieved the fusion of the five elements and joined Jiang Ming's lineage.

Feeling his strength gradually increasing, Jiang Ming was excited. If he could maintain this pace, the mid-Foundation Establishment stage would be just around the corner...