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Chapter 59 - 55: Five Elements Dao Body!

Chapter 59: Chapter 55: Five Elements Dao Body!

In the room, the two men sat opposite each other.

Yan Changqing tasted the rich tea and smacked his lips, frowning as he said, "This red apricot tea has too strong a rouge flavor, not conducive to calming the mind and cultivating qi. It’s only enjoyable to drink this tea amidst the willow towers of the brothels."

"Shall we go then?"

Jiang Shouzhong opened the door.

Yan Changqing was taken aback, "Go where?"

Jiang Shouzhong said very seriously, "Isn’t preceptor hinting at me to go to Fireworks Alley to taste the flavor of red apricot and rouge? I dare not dream of the Oiran top courtesan, but I can find an old, worn-out coffin for you, which might be passable when covered with a quilt.

In the aspect of teaching in bed, preceptor clearly looks like an expert."

Yan Changqing’s face twitched, and he said helplessly, "Do you have any complaints about me, lad?"

Jiang Shouzhong shook his head, "I have no complaints against you, I just want to know what your purpose is for approaching me? The secret manual you gave me, does it harbor any ill intentions?"

Yan Changqing smiled and lifted his hand gently.

The book that had previously been sold flew out from Jiang Shouzhong’s bosom and landed in his palm.

"This book has not a single word on its pages. But it has a name, called ’Tianyuan River Map Book.’ Does it sound familiar?"

Yan Changqing said with a smile, "It is one of the four great wonders of the world, coming from the Taoist sect. You have one on your person, which is the upper volume, and what I am holding is the lower volume.

These two books have their own spirit. One could say it wasn’t me who found you, but rather... it found its companion."

While Yan Changqing spoke, the ancient book struggled to break free and returned to Jiang Shouzhong’s embrace.

Yan Changqing cursed with a laugh, "What a heartless little brat, I trudged over mountains and through rivers, weathering wind and dew, and with great difficulty, I brought you to your little companion, and this is how you treat me?"

Jiang Shouzhong’s expression was somber.

The ’Tianyuan River Map Book’ was given to him by the waning scholar, Zhang Lang.

At that time, Zhang Lang had said it was a treasured heirloom passed down by his ancestors, but Jiang Shouzhong didn’t think much of it, assuming it was just a tattered book. He had no idea it was actually a supreme treasure of the Taoist sect.

Yet at this moment, Jiang Shouzhong felt no joy, but rather his mood was heavy.

A man does not grow rich without sudden windfalls nor does a horse grow fat without wandering to find grass, but fortune might not always be a blessing.

With his cautious nature, he now had to consider whether the appearance of Zhang Lang might be a deliberately orchestrated "coincidence"?

Seeing Jiang Shouzhong’s demeanor, Yan Changqing stroked his slightly disheveled beard and smiled, "Good, you understand the worries of fortune and misfortune, not becoming cocky at the beginning. After all, the Taoist River Map is a true test of one’s state of mind."

Yan Changqing said, "Why the Taoist River Map chose you as its master, I do not know, and I do not wish to delve into its mysteries.

But personally, I mean you no harm. From today on, if you are willing, I can teach you cultivation and martial arts. You need not worry about your root bone and talent, since the Taoist River Map dared to choose you, it means you are qualified for martial arts cultivation."

Jiang Shouzhong asked, "If it truly was this book that found me, then your task to escort it is completed. Why then do you kindly offer to teach me cultivation? There is no such thing as a free lunch in this world."

"Though in the end, cultivation depends entirely on the individual." Yan Changqing did not mind Jiang Shouzhong’s ever-present guard, taking a sip of tea with a warm smile, "But if there is no master to guide you, your own groping in the dark all your life would be futile. The River Map has its spirit, but ultimately it cannot teach you how to cultivate."

Possibly realizing that his explanation hadn’t hit the nail on the head, Yan Changqing candidly said:

"Teaching you cultivation is naturally self-interested. On one hand, I want to see why the Taoist River Map chose to recognize its master at this time and why it was specifically you.

On the other hand, I once promised someone that I would find a worthy master for this Taoist River Map. If I find you unworthy of possessing it, regardless of how reluctant the River Map may be, I will forcibly take it away to prevent defiling this sacred Taoist scripture.

There’s also a private matter that it is inconvenient to tell you. Of course, you don’t have to call me master, let’s just consider it a matter of fate between us."

Looking into Yan Changqing’s clear and candid eyes, Jiang Shouzhong fell into deep thought, undecided.

If other cultivators saw this scene, they would probably stomp their feet and beat their chests, cursing Jiang Shouzhong for his obtuseness.

After all, in this world, how many people have the fortune to be guided by the Sword Demon?

The third young master of Famous Sword Villa, Fang Ziheng, was just given two phrases of guidance and was already overflowing with gratitude. His state of mind was transformed from life to death, and from death back to life, gaining an immense opportunity.

Yan Changqing did not hurry him, leisurely sipping tea.

After a long while, Jiang Shouzhong raised his head, his gaze serene, and spoke in a deep voice, "I am willing to take a gamble!"

Yan Changqing smiled and said, "Cultivation most fears going against one’s heart. You do not trust me in your heart, so why force yourself onto the path of cultivation? The word ’gamble’ might well lead to a road of no return."

Jiang Shouzhong replied, "Even if it goes against my heart, I must gamble. Moreover, in my view, what is called cultivation and seeking the Dao is essentially deceiving the heavens. Aspiring to immortality, validating heaven and earth, it defies nature; in essence, it is all about going against the heavens. Whether it goes against the heart is no longer important.

If you really want to know my reason, I will tell you frankly, I wish to cultivate to gain the power to avenge a loved one. Now that the opportunity presents itself before me, why should I refuse it?"

Upon hearing Jiang Shouzhong’s words, Yan Changqing unexpectedly felt a moment of distraction.

Initially, it was a spur-of-the-moment decision to assist the other party in cultivation, but at this moment, he suddenly hesitated.

It wasn’t that Jiang Shouzhong was unsuitable, but rather...

This lad’s thought processes were too transparent.

He could see the essence of any matter.

In the path of cultivation, understanding the profound from the superficial, seeing far and clear naturally brings no small advantage. However, seeing too clearly from the beginning could greatly impact one’s mental state during cultivation.

Ordinary eyes see the extraordinary, while Daoist eyes see the constant.

Before reaching that realm, it is best not to pry.

A frog in a well views the sky, certainly limited, but at least it can focus on the present, pay attention to the minute details, and strive to see the difficult environment it is surrounded by clearly. Instead of trying to find shortcuts to climb out from the beginning, in search of a wider blue sky."

The Taoist River Map is different from others; it values being down to earth the most.

Jiang Shouzhong’s temperament is not to be favored.

Just as Yan Changqing was about to change his mind due to Jiang Shouzhong’s "intelligence," he unintentionally caught sight of the notebook on the desk that the other party often used for case notes.

Picking up the booklet filled with dense penciled text, he flipped through a few pages and could not help but smile.

His own worries were somewhat superfluous.

This fellow before him paid greater attention to the details than anyone else. Investigating cases is the same as cultivating; one seeks the truth, and the other seeks the Dao.

Such a meticulous thinker is indeed suitable for this cultivation technique.

Yan Changqing no longer harbored many concerns and hesitations and started explaining, "Let me first briefly tell you about the wonders of this Taoist River Map Book.

There are countless methods and martial arts in the world of cultivation, varied and vast, some conventional and some strange. Some people have special physiologies, and some are limited by their environments.

For instance, a person with a Yin body would benefit most from practicing a Yin-biased martial cultivation technique. If they practiced an Ultimate Yang Skill, not only would the effectiveness be halved, but it could also damage their meridians.

For another example, if someone has cultivated an Evil Repelling Sword Manual, giving them a traditional Daoist art would certainly be beyond their ability to practice. Some are born to wield the sword, or have a physique naturally suited for practicing with blades. Men and women practice different cultivation techniques depending on gender..."

Yan Changqing said a lot, moistened his throat with a sip of tea, and then returned to the main subject, "However, the Tianyuan River Map Book emphasizes the cycle of Yin and Yang and forging the Five Elements Dao Body. All martial arts in the world can be learned!

It is not restricted, does not harm one’s own veins, and does not reduce effectiveness.

Whether it’s Ultimate Yin or Ultimate Yang, both are suitable for cultivation.

If you want to practice the sword, there is Sword Dao to enhance you. If you want to practice Yin and Yang Skill, there is no need to be picky. If you want to develop the Buddhist Vajra Body, there it is."

Jiang Shouzhong listened, dumbstruck, and mused inwardly, ’Does that mean one doesn’t need to be castrated to practice the Evil Repelling Sword Manual?’

Yan Changqing continued, "In addition, the Taoist River Map has another characteristic—it is unfair."

"Unfair?"

Jiang Shouzhong was utterly confused.

Yan Changqing nodded with a smile, "With the Five Elements Dao Body, it’s like you’ve become five different people. You can choose to cultivate one Dao Body or cultivate them all. In this way, say you encounter an enemy of the Second Grade Martial Artist realm, and all five of your Dao Bodies also reach the Second Grade.

Second Grade against Second Grade, it seems fair at a glance. But in reality, there are five Second Grade versions of you fighting one person.

That’s called... ganging up."

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