Chapter 287

In the past fifteen years, besides going to the thunderclouds to temper his body with the Heavenly Thunder and then going into closed-door cultivation, Shi Xuan would go to the edge of the endless void every two years to display the Tai Chi diagram and feel the magnificence of the creation of heaven and earth, as well as the magical and mysterious operation of good fortune. Although there were still no direct gains, his understanding of the laws, Taoist techniques, and magic arts had deepened, and he could finally control that magical state of mind of good fortune. Of course, it was just an empty shell used to scare people, and it did not have any actual power.

In fact, Shi Xuan did not know that these benefits had actually been integrated into his cultivation bit by bit, laying a solid foundation for his future. Even those Divine Soul Stage cultivators who only indirectly felt the power of good fortune through Shi Xuan had more or less gained something.

Shi Xuan's life weapon, the Tai Chi diagram, had more than sixty-one layers of restrictions, and he was only four years away from reaching the peak of the seventh layer. At that time, he would be able to display power that was not inferior to the Heavenly Thunder Demon Sword, and even more magical and mysterious. The Yin Yang Dual Qi Bottle was still twelve years away from reaching the peak of the seventh layer, but as long as the other party was not a veteran Divine Soul Stage cultivator whose life weapon had reached the peak of the eighth layer, it could absorb both the person and the weapon.

Shi Xuan had completely mastered the Thunder Loch Divine Sword at the peak of the eighth layer and the set of seven Yi Wood Azure Dragon Swords at the peak of the seventh layer, especially the latter, Shi Xuan had even refined two layers of restrictions on it. In any case, apart from cultivating hard, refining a weapon was just a matter of convenience.

As for the Wanxiang Shadowless Sword, it was already at the peak of the sixth layer, but Shi Xuan could only put it aside, because without the Invisible Divine Iron and the refining method, this weapon that had accompanied Shi Xuan for the longest time could no longer be refined with the Earth Fiend Restriction. In the future, it would become Shi Xuan's collection instead of a combat weapon.

Therefore, Shi Xuan planned to take some time to go to the West Wilderness and participate in the high-level underground auctions where rare treasures occasionally appeared, to see if there was the Invisible Divine Iron and the refining method. However, Shi Xuan's main purpose was not this, but the two rare treasures, the stomach of the Kun Peng and the blood of the Phoenix. If he could buy them, Shi Xuan could start to refine the magic weapon, the Heaven and Earth Landscape Landscape River Diagram. After reaching the peak of the Divine Soul Stage, the Pearl of Mountains and Rivers could be controlled by Shi Xuan and moved out of the Purple Palace Knowledge.

Of course, the hope of buying these two materials was very slim, so Shi Xuan did not have much hope. He just tried his best.

The Enchanting Flag had also passed the sixth layer, but its power was far inferior to the spiritual weapons and magic weapons that Shi Xuan currently used. Similarly, it could only be temporarily kept as a collection. However, when it became a spiritual weapon, it could be combined with a Taoist technique in the Treasure Record to set up the Great Formation of Life and Death of the Nine Heavens and Ten Earths. It could then challenge spiritual weapons that were one layer higher than it, or formations with the same power. This Taoist technique was called the Great Cycle of Life and Death of Yin and Yang. In the Treasure Record, there was also a name for it after it advanced into a celestial technique: the Six Paths of Reincarnation.

And the Fan of Five Flames and Seven Birds had reached the peak of the fifth layer, which meant that Shi Xuan could use the Greater Teleportation Technique once every ten days. As for Shi Xuan's natural talent, other than the Cardinal Thunder of Shangqing, which was already an eighth level spell, the others were still about two years away from the eighth level.

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In front of the True Immortal Temple, the Grand Supreme Elders and Sect Masters of several large sects had already arrived. They were waiting for the seniors in the temple to open the door. Fifteen years was not considered short for cultivators, but it was also far from long. Therefore, those who appeared here were the same old faces, such as Cui Deshou, Lin Hanrong, Yi Fulang, and Chi Hou.

Cui Deshou, Lin Hanrong, and the other cultivators outside of Yunxiao Sect looked at Chi Caibo and Chi Zhengde with slight jealousy. Lin Hanrong sighed and said, "You two kids are really fated to be able to receive Senior Shi's guidance. I'm afraid you're not far from the Qi Channeling stage now. Back then, which one of us didn't reach the threshold of the Qi Channeling stage in our fifties? Aren't you going to exchange for some Supreme Sensing Pills this time?"

Ever since he displayed the Unity of Heaven and Man realm, Senior Shi had not appeared in front of the cultivators. Only the two kids from Yunxiao Sect could enter the temple and receive his guidance. How could they not feel jealous? Especially after that time, the few Soul Formation experts' cultivation bases, which had been stagnant for many years, had a slight breakthrough. They were extremely eager to receive the True Immortal's guidance. Even if he did not give them any guidance, it would be fine if he displayed the Unity of Heaven and Man realm again! However, the result was extremely disappointing.

Chi Zhengde shook his head. "Our cultivation bases have already improved very quickly. There's no need to use the Supreme Sensing Pill to break through. We'll be able to advance to the Qi Channeling stage in eight or nine years at most. "

For the two of them, their current cultivation environment was so superior. Due to the imperfect Heaven and Earth Laws, other cultivators' cultivation bases were on the slow side. They were envious of the duo's cultivation progress, so there would not be an atmosphere of contempt and disdain like Penglai deliberately created. Thus, the two of them could cultivate in peace. In fact, if it were not for the Small Chiliocosm itself, Chi Caibo and Chi Zhengde could rely on their own strength to break through to the Qi Channeling stage in three years at most. However, relatively speaking, the two of them did not have the experience of having a firm Dao Heart.

With a creak, the wooden door slowly opened, and a familiar figure walked out. Although he had changed into a moon-white Daoist robe, the cultivators were still surprised and delighted. Thus, they bowed solemnly and said in unison, "Junior greets Senior Shi!" Their voices were filled with joy.

Shi Xuan's spirit had reached perfection a few days ago. Seeing that there were only a few days left until the first day of the new year, he simply stayed behind to preside over the Daoist temple. At the same time, he asked Chi Caibo and Chi Zhengde if they were willing to participate in Penglai's spell assembly to recruit disciples. He also wanted to test the state of mind that reflected the power of creation. After all, he only felt it before. He could not be sure how others would feel when they saw it, so he needed to demonstrate it again.

The test subjects were naturally the cultivators he had seen before. After all, this was a method that Shi Xuan could use as a trump card. If he showed it too much when he returned to Penglai, it would be easy for others to see through it. After all, those people knew Shi Xuan's cultivation base, and this was an empty shell to fool others. It would be useless if it was seen through. Therefore, Shi Xuan made up his mind to experiment here.

"Everyone, please rise. Give me all the materials you have and tell I what you want." As Shi Xuan repeated his opening speech, he thought about whether he should show it directly or induce them to ask.

The Grand Supreme Elders and Sect Leader looked at each other and understood from each other's eyes that they had the same idea as themselves. (In front of a True Immortal senior, no one dared to communicate privately with their divine senses or spiritual sense) So they bowed to him again. "We are willing to offer our materials. Senior, please show us the state of the Oneness of Heaven and Men again!"

To be honest, Shi Xuan was startled. Shi Xuan somewhat understood what they meant by the Oneness of Heaven and Men. But why did they want to see him show it? He had racked his brains thinking about how to induce them to ask, but he did not expect them to be so self-aware. "Why do you want to see I show the Oneness of Heaven and Men?" As a senior, he had to be straightforward. Even if he asked the wrong question, it would only be regarded as a senior distinguishing character or interrogating the Taoist Heart. Then, the juniors would fill in the blanks themselves and come to a perfect conclusion.

At this time, Chi Caibo, who was more familiar with Shi Xuan, answered, "Senior, because more than ten years ago, after we saw you inadvertently show the Oneness of Heaven and Men, we all gained something, especially several seniors at the Divine Soul Stage. Their cultivation, which had been stagnant for many years, made a breakthrough again. So, everyone wants to see you show the Oneness of Heaven and Men again."

Shi Xuan did not expect that the aura that he revealed when he was immersed in the mysterious creation of the world could let the cultivators have such a great harvest. Could it be that they could indirectly feel the mystery of creation through him? This was very likely! If so, should he show it in front of his master? In this way, he would have a little more confidence in achieving the Primordial Spirit.

After thinking for a while, Shi Xuan had already made up his mind. His master treated him very well. Although there was a possibility that his secret would be exposed, the possibility was not high. It was even less likely than when he asked about the Natal Celestial Artifact. Facing the Minor Chiliocosm and having an epiphany of the laws, or witnessing the wonders of creation by chance, were all reasonable explanations. It would not involve the Treasure Record. Besides, his master often mentioned that those who could reach the Divine Soul Stage and the Golden Core Stage did not have any fortuitous encounters or secrets. The sect would not pay too much attention to them.

The plan had been decided. Shi Xuan did not answer the other cultivators. Instead, he directly immersed himself in that state of mind. If he failed, he would immediately say no to avoid losing face. If he succeeded, then it would be better to remain silent than to make a sound.

Yi Fulang and the others were still looking at Senior Shi nervously, not knowing whether he would agree or not. Suddenly, that feeling appeared. It was as if they saw the sun and the moon rising and setting in the east and setting in the west. It was as if they saw the stars moving in order. It was as if they saw the wind, rain, thunder, lightning, snow, and wind alternating. It was as if they saw the sea slowly drying up and then a mountain rising from it. It was as if they saw the life of people growing old and dying …

This was the most ordinary, the longest, and the most forgotten scene. At this moment, it was displayed by Shi Xuan's aura. The cultivators were dazzled and deeply immersed in it. Unknowingly, they felt touched, respectful, and understanding.

"Alright, let's stop here." Seeing the cultivators' intoxicated and respectful expressions, Shi Xuan knew that he had indeed mastered this state of mind and could emit a trace of the mysterious aura of creation.

Seeing that the senior in front of them had regained his normal aura, Cui Deshou, Yi Fulang, Chi Caibo, Chi Zhengde, and the others felt a sense of loss. However, they understood that this was a gift from the senior and could not be forced. Therefore, they respectfully kowtowed three times and nine times to thank Shi Xuan. Then, apart from the people from Yunxiao Sect, the other cultivators left after leaving behind their materials.

Shi Xuan felt a headache when he saw the materials they left behind. In the end, he decided to pick items of equal value from the storage bags given by the sect and put them into his Yin Yang Twin Qi Bottle. He would then hand over the materials as they were. The items of equal value were mainly Spirit Stones. After all, since Shi Xuan was going to the West Desert Auction, he would have to change hands again if he wanted other items, so he might as well take Spirit Stones directly. Therefore, Shi Xuan obtained eight top-grade Spirit Stones in total.

After leading Chi Caibo and Chi Zhengde into the quiet room, Shi Xuan sat on the cattail hassock with his legs crossed. After answering the questions for the day, he spoke with a solemn expression, "I have something to ask you. You must ask yourself and don't answer hastily."