The moon was hanging in the west, and the cups and plates were in a mess.
Li Changshou stood in front of the Pill Chamber and looked in the direction where Jiuwu had left. The smile on his face gradually faded.
He had temporarily stabilized this Aunt-Master.
Ever since Jiuwu had given him a meaningful look in the North Continent that day, Li Changshou knew that the meticulous short Daoist was already "curious" about him.
In addition, he had been very close to his Aunt-Master Jiujiu during this period of time. He had asked Aunt-Master Jiujiu to help him do many things. That would definitely arouse Jiu Wu's "interest".
Curiosity and interest could easily develop into suspicion, which was a latent threat to oneself.
How could he eliminate the threat that Jiu Wu posed to him?
It was very simple. He could just kill him.
Ahem, I'm just joking.
I have no enmity with Uncle-Master Jiu Wu. What's more, Uncle-Master Jiu Wu is very powerful and is a famous executive in the sect.
If anything happens to any of the Nine Jiu Immortals, it would cause a huge commotion in the sect.
Plotting against Jiuwu would simply be courting death.
Among the remaining methods, the safest and most reliable one was to invite this Aunt-Master over and have an open discussion.
In front of Jiu Wu, he would swear that he would not do anything to harm the sect.
At the same time, he would reveal some of his hidden cultivation level to make Jiu Wu feel that he had already figured out his Disciple-Nephew's background …
In that case, not only would Jiu Wu not think too much about him, but he would also be able to win the favor of this senior in the sect.
This time, he could be considered to have taken the initiative to turn a future crisis into some opportunities.
Li Changshou recalled the details of his conversation with Jiuwu. His mind seemed to be playing a slow-motion movie as he reviewed it frame by frame.
The topic of their conversation, the rhythm and direction of their conversation, and even the subtle changes in their expressions and demeanor were all deduced repeatedly by Li Changshou.
After confirming it, Zhang Xuan felt that there shouldn't be any additional information revealed, and it wouldn't cause Uncle-Master to think otherwise.
'Will there be other misunderstandings because of what I said?'
Li Changshou was still a little worried. He continued to recall and savor every word.
Then, he touched his cheeks and recalled his every action and expression, as well as Jiu Wu's ever-changing gaze …
There shouldn't be any mistakes.
A light pink figure appeared at the edge of his vision. Li Changshou turned his head to look and saw Ling'e flying over the forest on a white cloud.
Her long black hair danced in the wind, and her light pink dress reflected the red flowers.
She carried an empty bamboo basket and jumped in front of Li Changshou. Under the illumination of the candlelight, her face, which had light makeup on, was indescribably delicate and pretty.
"Senior Brother! How is it? Have you settled that Uncle-Master? "
"Barely," Li Changshou replied with a smile. "Actually, this is just a small aftereffect from the last time I went to the North Continent. As long as I don't go out in the future, I won't attract the attention of such senior experts."
Lan Ling'e blinked. "Senior Brother, how did you do it? Did you reveal your hidden cultivation to Uncle-Master Jiu Wu? "
Li Changshou glared at his junior sister and sent a voice transmission helplessly.
"I revealed a portion of it. Otherwise, I wouldn't have been able to settle it.
Didn't I tell you many times not to say these things out loud?!
The walls have ears, and the wind has immortal senses. You really haven't understood half of what I've taught you in the past ten years.
There might be some kind of clairvoyant that's listening to this place. "
"Oh." Lan Ling'e pursed her lips and said gloomily, "It's not like I did it on purpose. I'm just concerned about you. I'm going to clean up the dishes …"
She lowered her head and took two steps. Suddenly, she turned her head and leaned forward. She placed her slender hand on her senior brother's shoulder and blew into Li Changshou's ear.
She asked softly, "Senior Brother, what realm is your cultivation level now? Have you already caught up to Master? Are you about to become an immortal? "
"Guess."
Li Changshou glanced at her and hummed a tune. He walked out of the building with his hands behind his back.
Lan Ling'e made a face at Li Changshou and ran to clean up the empty bowls and chopsticks.
At the same time, on the white cloud that returned to the Heaven-Breaking Peak …
"This alcohol is quite strong. As expected of the Ganges River's Old White Wine. It really went to my head."
Jiuwu's cheeks were red, and he was slightly tipsy. His entire body was swaying, but his eyes were still clear.
He had used a sorcery to prevent his Vital Spirit from being intoxicated.
As they approached the Heaven-Breaking Peak, Jiuwu chuckled, but he was deeply moved.
This Martial Nephew Changshou's cultivation level was actually at the Fifth Level of Void Return! He could be ranked among the top disciples of this generation!
He had reached this level after cultivating for a hundred years. He was the best of the best!
His comprehension was also amazing. Previously, when he was testing the Dao of Formations, he understood many things with just a hint.
The rarest thing was that his temperament was excellent. Compared to Yuan Qing, it was like the bright moon and the mud.
Jiuwu bowed his head and sighed. He said in a low voice,
"Although he didn't say it, how could I not guess the reason why he was hiding his cultivation level?
When they were drinking, he obviously wanted to say something but stopped himself several times. The subtle expressions that he hid actually revealed the helplessness in the bottom of his heart.
Martial Nephew Changshou must have hidden his cultivation level because he didn't want to cause more trouble for Xiao Qiong Mount, which already had a small number of disciples. Even if he couldn't get the focus of the sect's training, he didn't want Junior Brother Qi Yuan to have any unnecessary trouble.
What a good disciple, what a good disciple.
If Junior Brother Qi Yuan fails to pass the tribulation, ask Eldest Senior Sister or Second Senior Brother to come out and bring Martial Nephew Changshou and his Junior Sister to the Heaven-Breaking Peak. "
He sighed with emotion. The Heaven-Breaking Peak was already in front of him.
Jiuwu looked at his Junior Sister's pavilion and found that she had already activated the protective formation. She should be resting.
"I'll ask Junior Sister to bring some ancient books to Martial Nephew Changshou later.
Hmm, I'll talk to the Technique Imparting Elder another day. It shouldn't be a problem for this kind of immortal seedling to start cultivating the "Inaction Sutra" before becoming an immortal.
Xiao Qiong Mount …
Junior Brother Qi Yuan has taken in a good disciple. I'm really envious. "
Jiu Wu shook his head and sighed. Then, he returned to his pavilion and activated the array formations around him. He floated towards the bed that still had a faint fragrance lingering in it and began to meditate and cultivate.
…
Another two days passed after he chatted with Jiuwu.
Li Changshou was finally sure that this Martial Uncle did not do anything extra.
This made him feel gratified. His cultivation life had finally returned to the peace that had lasted for a hundred years.
These small disturbances were actually all because of the two Immortal-Emancipating Herbs.
By now, the Immortal-Melting Pill had been refined, and the disturbance had subsided. Li Changshou was quite satisfied with both the process and the outcome.
In the afternoon, Li Changshou was in the Pill Chamber. He wrapped an Immortal-Melting Pill with a special layer of sugar.
At this point, the preparations for the first plan had been completed.
Then, Li Changshou looked at the extra eleven Immortal-Melting Pills that he had refined. He split them into three portions and carefully kept them.
Very few people refined this item. It was a treasure that people who had no hope of becoming immortals could use to avoid the Heavenly Tribulation and extend their lifespans. If there was a chance, he would go to a busy town and sell a few of them. He would exchange them for other precious materials to refine array foundations.
Of course, he had to keep two in reserve.
He was 80% confident that he would be able to survive the Heavenly Tribulation. Furthermore, his confidence would slowly increase as he accumulated more experience.
His junior sister's success rate in breaking through to the Immortal Realm would definitely be above 60%.
However …
The world was unpredictable. No one could predict what would happen in the future.
With one more Immortal-Melting Pill in reserve, he could at least ensure that he would be able to survive the Heavenly Tribulation in the future.
With one more Immortal-Melting Pill in reserve, he could at least help his junior sister to replicate Master's plans for old age.
As a disciple and a senior brother, this was the most he could help them.
However, as he looked at the Immortal-Melting Pill, Li Changshou fell into deep thought.
What if — what if — Master could not even survive the first Heavenly Tribulation and was turned into ashes by the Heavenly Lightning? What should he do then?
"Although the first plan is complete, I should proceed with the second and third plans at the same time.
If Master suddenly has an epiphany and can successfully survive the Heavenly Tribulation and become a normal immortal, that would be for the best. "
With a sigh, Li Changshou stood up and placed the Immortal-Melting Pill, which was wrapped in sugar, into his sleeve. Then, he strolled out of the Pill Chamber.
An hour later …
Li Changshou stood at the place where his master was cultivating in seclusion. He cleared his throat and bowed to the door.
"Master! I would like to ask you a few questions about cultivation!
I am deeply ashamed to disturb Master's cultivation! "
The wooden door was quickly opened. Qiyuan Laodao walked out with a smile and waved at Li Changshou.
"Let's go to the lake. I have neglected to teach you in the past few years."
Li Changshou sighed in his heart.
Master opened the door so quickly. It was obvious that he had not entered a meditative state just now.
Is it difficult for him to enter a meditative state? It seems that the Heavenly Tribulation is really not far away.
The master and disciple arrived under the willow tree by the lake. Qi Yuan took out two meditation cushions and sat opposite Li Changshou.
Qi Yuan said warmly, "If you have any doubts, feel free to ask."
Following that, Qi Yuan's gaze dimmed. He sighed and said, "If I can't pass the Heavenly Tribulation, I'm afraid I won't have the chance to teach you like this in the future."
"Master, what are you talking about?" Li Changshou smiled and said, "You will definitely be able to survive the Heavenly Tribulation.
Master, didn't you often say that if you don't even have that bit of confidence, how can you face the hardships and trials given by the Great Dao? "
"You're so afraid of death, but you're actually teaching me!"
Qiyuan Laodao reprimanded him with a stern expression.
Li Changshou squinted and smiled. He quickly cut to the chase and asked about the doubts he had during his cultivation.
In the first three questions, Li Changshou asked were relatively ordinary. They were all questions that he would encounter during his cultivation in the Void Return realm. Qi Yuan answered them in detail.
In the fourth question, Li Changshou asked about the meaning of "Spirit returns to its spirit, Qi returns to its Qi, the five Qi returns to the beginning, and the Heavenly Cycle is like one's will".
Qiyuan Laodao was stunned by the question. Then, he sat by the lake and pondered quietly.
Li Changshou did not stop. He asked three more questions that were obviously beyond his scope. Qiyuan Laodao did not know how to answer all of them.
He did not mean to embarrass his master. He just wanted to tactfully remind his master that if his master encountered a bottleneck in his cultivation, he could explore it from these aspects.
At that moment, Qiyuan Laodao thought that his chances of surviving the Heavenly Tribulation were slim. He wanted to try his best to teach his disciple. He was also thinking about his understanding of the questions and did not dare to mislead his disciple.
Gradually, Qi Yuan fell into deep thought.
Not long later, Qiyuan Laodao closed his eyes and focused.
After another while, some flower petals floated around Qiyuan Laodao. This was a phenomenon that often appeared when a cultivator was about to undergo the Heavenly Tribulation and enter a meditative state.
However, the color of the flower petals around Qiyuan Laodao was very faint. The outline of the flower petals was also not complete …
Li Changshou carefully set up a simple soundproof barrier around his master. Then, he turned around and went to his straw hut to get busy.
This was the main part of the second plan — to increase his master's strength as much as possible and increase his understanding of the Great Dao.
'Sigh, if only I could share a small portion of the epiphanies that I have every few days with my master.'
Li Changshou sighed in his heart and began to prepare the supplementary plan for the second plan.
As for the supplementary part of the second plan, it was even more impressive …
Li Changshou took out the treasure pouch marked 'Mystic Thirty-Two' and retrieved several three-foot-long strips of purple wood, as well as six six-foot-long seven-colored metal rods. Then, he began to tinker with them.
[Thunderfall Wood]: Commonly used in setting up lightning-type spell formations. Able to guide the power of lightning.
[Lightning-Containing Seven Deities Metal]: Also commonly used in setting up lightning-type spell formations. Able to store and disperse the power of lightning.
According to the 'knowledge' that Li Changshou currently possessed, the destructive power of the Heavenly Tribulation came mostly from the power of lightning. The other half was caused by the impact of the Great Dao.
If he could create a Lightning Rod that could be transferred twice, when the Heavenly Tribulation struck the body of the person who was transcending the tribulation, it could draw out more than half of the power of lightning from the body of the person transcending the tribulation. That way, he might be able to increase the probability of transcending the tribulation successfully.
In theory, it would not cause the power of the Heavenly Tribulation to increase.
In any case, he had to give it a try.
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