Li Qingshan closed his eyes. His mind was blank, but he felt like he had returned to the black water, where he had chased the blackwater salamander for three days and three nights. ("")
His heart condensed into water. His front, back, left, right, and every direction became flowing water.
Like a tangible wave, it surged into the surroundings endlessly. The Qi Practitioners in the shop retreated subconsciously, circulating their true qi to block it. Only when the huge wave passed through them did they realise it was just an illusion formed from blue light.
The wave even surged out of the bookstore, reaching the streets. The Qi Practitioners on the way were all extremely shocked, looking at one another in shock.
"What's going on? How can such a powerful illusion appear when testing the five elements? "
"Who knows how many talented geniuses there are in this world. There's nothing we can do to be envious of them. Stop wasting time. Go buy some pills and prepare to enter secluded cultivation. We have to stand out in the Herb Gathering ceremony this time." The Qi Practitioner beside him glanced at the bookstore again before pulling his companion away.
The old man said slowly, "You can rise now, sir."
Li Qingshan stood up and said politely, "What do you think, uncle? Which cultivation method suits me?"
To cultivators, choosing a suitable cultivation method was basically ten times more important than choosing a suitable wife for mortals. If mortals married the wrong wife, they could still get a divorce. If it really did not work out, they could only endure it for a few decades at most. However, if cultivators chose the wrong cultivation method, they might lose a few hundred years of their lifespan, or they might die a violent death in battle.
Li Qingshan was extremely cautious about this. He was not knowledgeable himself, so he obviously had to consult an expert.
The old man stowed the formation scroll away slowly and said, "I've tested the constitutions of many independent cultivators for so many years. The number of people with such great talent in the innate five elements can be counted on one hand! If you cultivate Gui Water true qi, you'll definitely be able to advance valiantly and advance at a tremendous pace. The water element techniques you use will also be far more powerful than regular people! "
Li Qingshan knew he was not some talented genius. This was probably due to the effects of the Spirit Turtle's Method of Sea Suppression. When he practised a certain daemon's ability, he seemed to possess the nature of that daemon. The spirit turtle was a divine beast of the water. Controlling the ocean was as easy as a child playing in a bathtub. The Sacred Temple
Even if Li Qingshan had only inherited a sliver of the spirit turtle's intelligence, it would be perfectly normal for him to possess talent like this. His talent in metal and earth was probably related to the Ox Demon and Tiger Demon's divine abilities.
Other cultivators probably wouldn't believe him. Apart from a small number of spirit herbs, no one had ever heard of a cultivation method that could change one's talent. Talent was a gift from the heavens. Although hard work could make up to it, it was not enough. However, the abilities that the black ox had taught Li Qingshan had completely changed his body and race. His so-called talent had instead become insignificant, not even worth mentioning.
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The old man's eyes flickered. "Actually, with your talent, it's nothing difficult for you to find a sect that specialises in Gui Water true qi. You don't have to buy a cultivation method from me. For example, a certain school in the Hundred Schools of Thought specially requires their disciples to specialise in Gui Water true qi. I just happen to be acquainted with their school leader … "
Li Qingshan said in admiration, "Uncle, you really are kind-hearted. You really are a scholar after all. However, I'm used to being free and undisciplined. I don't want to be restricted." He lowered his head and studied the bamboo slip again. With a thought, the various water element cultivation methods were all listed out.
These cultivation methods were not too expensive. The more expensive ones were only a few dozen spiritual stones each, while the cheaper ones could be bought for around a dozen spiritual stones. Just Now, the spiritual stones he had earned from selling water were enough for him to buy the Gui Water Method of Condensing Qi.
Qi Practitioner was still at the initial stage of cultivation after all. Qi Practitioner cultivation methods were not some divine arts or secret manual, so it was obviously impossible for them to be ridiculously expensive. Moreover, only a nouveau riche like Li Qingshan would think that a few dozen spiritual stones were not expensive. It was unknown how many years it would take for an ordinary individual cultivator to accumulate enough spiritual stones.
Therefore, on the catalog, there were several spiritual stones marked. The entire set of cultivation methods was sold separately. For example, the first three levels of the Gui Water Method of Condensing Qi only needed five spiritual stones.
The few Qi Practitioners in the shop exchanged glances and whispered a few words.
"In that case, let this old man think about it. You can take a look for yourself first!" The old man lowered his eyes as if he was disappointed that Li Qingshan insisted on buying his cultivation method. However, he also seemed to be relieved. He stroked his beard and pondered. Such a good material, as long as he chose the right cultivation method, he would definitely have a boundless future.
Li Qingshan was filthy rich. He immediately found the most expensive water cultivation method. Although the most expensive was not necessarily the best, it was definitely not too bad.
"The Arts of the Boundless Ocean is worth a hundred and ten spiritual stones. It has a very high requirement for talent. When testing the five elements, you need to conjure a wave at the very least to be able to practise it. The difficulty of practising it is also marked as extremely difficult, but after practising it, your true qi will surge like the tide, boundless."
However, it was labelled as "incomplete" at the back. Even if it was incomplete, it could still be practised to mid Foundation Establishment. This cultivation method was no longer just a method of practising qi, which was why it was so expensive. No, this price was already a bargain.
Li Qingshan thought, I cultivate the Spirit Turtle's Method of Sea Suppression as a daemon. Wouldn't it be a perfect match for me if I practised the Arts of the Boundless Ocean as a qi practitioner?
"Uncle, how about I practise the Arts of the Boundless Ocean?"
"The Arts of the Boundless Ocean was originally a core cultivation method of a sect called the Ocean sect. Once you practise it to the ninth layer, you can condense an Ocean pearl in your body, which is about the same as the golden core of daoism and the śarīra of buddhism …"
Li Qingshan's eyes lit up even more. After undergoing the second heavenly tribulation, he would be a great master in this world. Even if he did not run amok, he would be able to move about freely. He never thought he would actually come across a cultivation method like this in this tiny bookstore. Wasn't this luck equivalent to buying a god artifact from a street stall or picking up a divine beast from the side of the road?
"However, I don't recommend you practise this cultivation method."
Li Qingshan was surprised. "Why's that?" Even if it was incomplete, he could find a way to gather the complete one. Once he reached Foundation Establishment, his strength as a daemon would definitely become even greater. As long as he found the Ocean sect, he refused to believe he could not obtain the second half, whether it was through trickery or by force.
The old man seemed to see through Li Qingshan's thoughts. He sighed. "The Ocean sect has already been annihilated in the cultivation world a thousand years ago. Otherwise, why would I be bold enough to sell the sect's secret manual?"
"Annihilated? Who annihilated it?"
"Rather than saying that it was annihilated, it would be more accurate to say that it was unable to recruit suitable disciples. The one who sold this half of the cultivation method to me was a descendant of the Ocean sect. His aptitude was not enough to cultivate this cultivation method, and I don't know where the second half is. I've been trying to find out all these years, but I've found nothing. Otherwise, the value of this book would be more than ten times higher."
Li Qingshan was immediately disappointed. Even the old man who specialized in buying and selling books had said so. If he wanted to find it, it would be like looking for a needle in a haystack. However, he still held a glimmer of hope. "Perhaps I can try to use this incomplete manual to cultivate to Foundation Establishment first. At most, I'll just switch to another cultivation method." The power of this cultivation method was truly tempting.
At this moment, among the few Qi Practitioners in the bookstore, a middle-aged man with a red face and a red robe said, "Fellow Daoist, there's something you don't know. Not to mention how difficult it is to reach Foundation Establishment, the stronger the cultivation method, the more unique the nature of the True Qi. When that time comes, it will be difficult for you to switch to another cultivation method."
Li Qingshan was no fool either. He immediately understood what he meant. They were both water, but there was the water of the ocean, as well as the water of the clouds and mist. Although they were both derived from the word "water", they were like the many branches of a large tree. The higher they extended, the further apart the branches would be. Jumping from one branch to another would become more and more difficult. It was just like the old granny of the Black Yin True Qi. If she wanted to learn the art of refining corpses, she would be asking for trouble.
"Thank you for your reminder, Fellow Daoist. May I ask for your name?"
The red-faced man said, "I don't deserve my name. Fellow Daoist can choose a cultivation method first. Later, I'd like to invite Fellow Daoist for a drink. Please don't refuse."
Li Qingshan nodded slightly. The old man said, "That's right. The more profound the cultivation method, the more guidance is needed from a senior. Seeing that Fellow Daoist doesn't lack spirit stones, I have a cultivation method to recommend." The old man took the cultivation method catalog from Li Qingshan's hand and chose a cultivation method for Li Qingshan.
Li Qingshan took a look and could not help but smile bitterly. It was actually another Gui Water Method of Condensing Qi, but upon closer inspection, the Gui Water Method of Condensing Qi was actually priced at ninety-five spiritual stones. It was more than three times more expensive than the regular Gui Water Method of Condensing Qi. It was labelled with the words "General Reference". He could not help but raise his head and look at the old man.
The old man said, "The Gui Water Condensation Method has been improved by countless people. It can be considered a royal cultivation method. Not only is it easy to cultivate, but the Gui Water True Qi cultivated is also the most moderate. If Fellow Daoist can cultivate it to the highest realm, you can use it as a foundation to cultivate almost any advanced water cultivation method.
"But Fellow Daoist is a rogue cultivator. Without the guidance of a master, it can be considered to be innately disadvantageous. This Gui Water Condensation Method records the cultivation experiences of many great cultivators. It will definitely be of great help to Fellow Daoist. "
Li Qingshan nodded. It turned out that not only was this a cultivation method, but it was also a cultivation note. Of course, following the path of predecessors was much easier and safer than finding one's own path. Moreover, the old man was very far-sighted. If Li Qingshan could cultivate this cultivation method to the highest realm, his vision would no longer be limited to this store. He would have the opportunity to encounter more advanced cultivation methods.
"But this price is a bit too high."
The red-faced man agreed and said, "Yeah, who would buy such an expensive cultivation method?" Even if he and his companions put it together, they wouldn't be able to gather so many spirit stones.
The old man smiled and said, "Knowledge is priceless. Moreover, this General Reference Manual has seven more water element spells than the ordinary [Gui Water Qi Condensation Technique]. Whether Fellow Daoist wants to pick herbs or fight with others, it will be very useful."
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