Becoming a leader of the immortal path begins with sowing the seeds of inner demons.

One month later.

Zhou Jiangyuan, who had become accustomed to the pain of yang energy entering his spirit, quietly obtained the energy on an ordinary evening.

When she entered her body with her consciousness and discovered that she could feel the Qi in her dantian, she became excited and lost control of her power again, smashing the thick brick with added ingredients to pieces with one palm.

boom!

Da Jin, who had gained even more weight, immediately looked up, his mouth stuffed with dried fish. He looked warily toward the source of the sound, and only relaxed when he saw it was Zhou Jiangyuan's room. His cheeks, which were almost puffed up like balls, bounced as he ate and turned back to ask.

"Dad, are we going to have to sleep somewhere else again tonight?"

"Let's switch." Lu Ming, lying on the wicker chair, opened his eyes and said in a light tone, "It doesn't matter where I sleep."

The seed of inner demons has been used up, and all the hosts' cultivation has gotten back on track. The only thing to do now is to check how much the inner demons have matured each day.

He has no worries about daily life; he can sleep until he naturally wakes up every day, and meals are prepared and delivered to his room.

Moreover, although Zhou Jiangyuan's cultivation level did not increase due to the feedback after obtaining the Qi today, his physique underwent a tremendous change.

Previously, his physique was comparable to that of a demon beast, but compared to his current physique, which he can control at will, it's about the same as tofu.

Feeling the changes in his body, Lu Ming stretched contentedly.

What's there to complain about when you can level up just by lying down?

My second-stage Heart Demon has reached 80 points, and it won't be long before I break through.

Joining the Jade Flower Sect at that time would provide an additional layer of protection.

After listening to Lu Ming's words, Da Jin thought about it and felt that it made sense. He then plunged into the mountain of dried fish, wiggling his buttocks with satisfaction.

Seeing this, Lu Ming said nothing. Ever since the Jin army recruited soldiers and horses to rescue him, his thoughts had undergone a subtle change.

Even though Da Jin now spends far more time eating and drinking than cultivating, he no longer urges him, only occasionally offering a reminder.

His future as the leader of his inner demons was bright, and the seeds of his inner demons could even increase.

It's just a big golden retriever that loves to eat; it's not like I can't afford to keep it.

Thinking of this, Lu Ming reached out and gently patted Da Jin's bottom: "Eat slowly, no one's going to take it from you."

Da Jin wiggled his butt, pretending not to hear.

"You unfilial son." Lu Ming chuckled, preparing to slap him again, when he suddenly heard a familiar voice.

"Master? Master, are you there?"

"This disciple has something to ask you."

Zhou Jiangyuan?

Lu Ming was taken aback.

This is the first time that the host of the inner demon has taken the initiative to contact him.

She just broke through to the next level; instead of consolidating her cultivation, why is she looking for me?

Filled with curiosity, Lu Ming entered the Inner Demon Record, transformed into a human form, and sat cross-legged on a lotus stone seat, saying calmly, "Speak."

Zhou Jiangyuan bowed respectfully, took the red string from his neck, and held it up in front of Lu Ming with both hands. "Master, now that I have achieved some success in my cultivation, can I eat it?"

Is this thing edible?

Lu Ming was taken aback. Facing Zhou Jiangyuan's expectant gaze, he quickly flipped through the "Guide" and said indifferently after a moment.

"Is this how you cultivate yourself, so eager for quick results?"

The voice was unreadable, yet it made Zhou Jiangyuan's heart tremble. He quickly said, "Master, please calm down. This disciple had no such intention."

Master, you left this item back then, saying that if your disciple could comprehend the path of Tao from your true words and achieve success in cultivation, then you could take this item and attain the Tao of Yin and Yang.

disciple......"

Zhou Jiangyuan couldn't continue speaking and lowered her head in shame.

Having said that, she realized she was indeed getting a little anxious.

Lu Ming remained silent, secretly flipping through the "Matters".

The fact that Yang energy enters the spirit proves that people and events in the cultivation world of the Nine Provinces cannot be judged or thought about based on common sense.

Do not act rashly before you are certain of the effects of the Yin-Yang Reversal Fruit.

Lu Ming quickly noted this down, then asked, "Do you think you've already achieved success in your cultivation?"

However, some people are lucky and have a strong physique. They think they can look down on the heroes of the world as soon as they get their hands on something.

In this vast land, there are countless seeds of immortality like you, but only one in ten thousand has the chance to leap into the heavens.

Having passed through countless trials, you are but a golden carp in a pond, while towering peaks rise into the clouds on the shore, and the sun, moon, and stars hang high in the blue sky, overlooking the mountains... And now, you say you have achieved success in your cultivation?"

Zhou Jiangyuan was sweating profusely and looked ashen, as if he could already see countless unattainable figures.

Just then, she heard the familiar heartbeat again.

The warmth and strength finally eased her expression somewhat.

She took a deep breath, bowed, and said, "I will remember what happened today."

Thank you for your guidance, Master.

"From now on, I will never utter such falsehoods again."

"Okay, go ahead."

After exiting the Heart Demon Record, Zhou Jiangyuan took one last look at the Yin-Yang Reversal Fruit, then, without any further hesitation, stuffed it back into his chest, closed his eyes, and sat in meditation, feeling the true energy within his body.

Master is right. Cultivating the Tao requires perseverance and constant self-reflection. One must not be complacent.

I've indeed become somewhat complacent due to my recent successes...

"Is the Jade Flower Sect's disciple selection about to begin?"

Several days later, in the kitchen.

In a fit of excitement, Zhou Jiangyuan swung her knife down, instantly splitting the stove in two. The shattered pieces flew everywhere, striking her with a crisp metallic clang.

Zhou Yunting, who had come to deliver the good news, froze with a smile. He instinctively wanted to back away, but fearing he would hurt his daughter's feelings, he could only stand there with a stiff upper lip. "In just three days, notices will be posted in the city."

only......"

"Just what?"

Seeing the longing in Zhou Jiangyuan's eyes, Zhou Yunting hesitated, then said, "It's alright. Just focus on your cultivation and don't overwork yourself."

"I know, Dad." Zhou Jiangyuan immediately thought of Lu Ming, casually agreed, and ran out of the kitchen to share the good news.

Zhou Yunting stood there, watching the carefree figure walk away, his smile gradually fading into a soft sigh.

Since his daughter began practicing cultivation, everyone else in the family felt that the Zhou family had a good chance of prosperity, but he was the only one who was worried.

He had also heard many stories from other states, such as one cultivator killing and robbing treasures, or another cultivator having their soul searched and spirit stolen.

It sounds like something to talk about while drinking at a dinner party, but upon reflection, it's quite frightening.

To be fair, he didn't want his daughter, whom he had raised single-handedly, to live a life that sounded precarious.

Moreover, after Zhou Jiangyuan began his cultivation, he became increasingly taciturn, which made him want to advise his daughter many times that if things really didn't work out, then so be it.

To live a peaceful life is, in itself, a form of spiritual practice.

But his daughter was adamant, so he had no choice but to compromise.

Fortunately, my daughter is no longer alone. Now that she's joined the sect, she has someone to support her.

Thinking about this, Zhou Yunting felt that bringing Lu Ming into the Zhou family was the wisest decision he had ever made in his life.

Since she arrived at the Zhou residence, her daughter's personality has become much more cheerful, and her cultivation has also progressed rapidly.

Two low-grade spirit stones... what a steal!

"Ah Qiu".

in the courtyard.

Lu Ming rubbed his nose and looked curiously at the boy wandering around the courtyard.

The boy looked about seven or eight years old, with black and shiny hair tied into a bun at the back of his head. He wore a jade-white Taoist robe, but it didn't seem to fit him well, with a large part of it dragging on the ground.

The boy, however, didn't care at all. He swung his sleeves and curiously looked around the courtyard. When his gaze fell on Da Jin, he paused for a moment, and when it landed on Lu Ming, his eyes widened slightly.

Lu Ming didn't sense any malice in the look in Da Jin's eyes, but he still reached out and picked up Da Jin, preparing to leave.

In the world of cultivation, respecting the elderly and caring for the young is fundamental; underestimating the elderly and children will not end well.

He has too many secrets. It would be unwise to cross paths with him before figuring out his identity and intentions.

"Meow meow meow meow!" Da Jin kept Lu Ming's instructions firmly in mind and didn't say a word no matter how anxious he was. He could only watch the dried fish get further and further away in despair.

"etc!"

The child's voice rang out, but Lu Ming pretended not to hear it and walked faster and faster.

"Hey, don't be in such a hurry to leave."

As soon as he finished speaking, Lu Ming found himself standing in front of the boy!

Before he could even be shocked, the boy's words plunged him into an icy abyss.

"When the Qi is fully refined, the consciousness reaches its highest Yang."

A body of pure Yang, yet capable of absorbing the essence of the Yin moon...

Are you male or female?