Killing Dao Fruit
Chapter 191 - 188 Enlightenment of True Qi, Long Shao’s Invitation

Chapter 191: Chapter 188 Enlightenment of True Qi, Long Shao’s Invitation

Rustle, rustle, rustle...

The incessant rain had just ceased for a few days, and now it began to fall heavily and unrelentingly again.

The Imperial Dragon Government Office, transformed from the Mountain Spirit Temple, initially housed dozens of Golden Jade Demons and naturally had no shortage of rooms and houses. Wang Yuan directly occupied an entire elegant courtyard.

In the courtyard, a lush parasol tree spread its branches, creating a tranquil space amidst the rainfall.

"Fragrant, truly fragrant!"

Mr. One-Eyed had set up a fire and was busily roasting Deceit Skin rolls with a "sizzle, sizzle."

The one responsible for tending the fire was none other than the newly appointed Fire Official, the Fox Demon Xing’er.

After transforming into a demon from a Fox Spirit, Xing’er’s change wasn’t significant. Out of respect for her cultural habits, Wang Yuan thoughtfully allowed her to continue wearing her flamboyant red dance dress.

Bright and alluring, charming and moving.

Using the Fox Tail Fan to stoke the Fox Fire for roasting, the meat rolls turned out exceptionally fragrant. Seasoned with fine salt, cumin, and chili powder, they were delicious and highly nourishing.

A crowd of ghosts and monsters were close to crying out of craving.

After slaying the Fanatic in Deceit Market that day, Wang Yuan immediately started to focus on seclusion (and grilling skewers), preparing to step into the realm of True Qi.

Different beings perceive the same crisis in entirely different ways.

A puddle that could easily drown hundreds of ants can be effortlessly crossed by a frog, while an elephant could crush it with a single step.

Since the imminent crisis was unavoidable, the best course of action was to become stronger swiftly, to change from an ant into a frog, or even an elephant!

To give the evildoers a tremendous surprise.

Even though the cursed Colonel had strained his back due to the sudden self-destruction of those Fanatic’s clones, Wang Yuan did not solve the mystery for them.

Since the overall situation had stabilized, there was naturally no need to expose Huang Wu anymore.

Just like the time when a passing expert resolved the issue with the Taoist Inheritance Artifact, Thousand-Handed Buddha, maybe that same expert has made a move again? Regardless of whether you believe it or not, I do.

The downfall of the Fanatics also brought an unexpected joy.

Qiu Shaobai once said that once he had accumulated enough merits, he could exchange them at the Duwei Mansion for Daoist Skill Cannons; after the destruction of the Fanatics, everyone was substantially rewarded with merit.

Wang Yuan’s merits were now sufficient to exchange for three Divine Might General Cannons, slightly inferior to the Demon Suppression General Cannons.

He would receive them in a few days.

They say: Dignity lies only at the edge of the sword, and truth only within the range of a cannon.

At that time, holding Morality in my left hand and Truth in my right, I will see who dares to speak loudly to me!

Besides, there were at least dozens of Fanatic’s clones killed by the Netherworld Ghost Soldiers and stripped of their Deceit Skin.

Thanks to the selfless crowdfunding of these kind souls, Wang Yuan’s Daoist Skill finally gathered enough substantial nourishment for his advancement.

As the Fire Official took her place, after several days of indulging in unrestrained feasting, she reached a critical point today.

Clang—!

A clear and penetrating heavenly sound suddenly resonated, striking to the very core.

A Jade City Golden Que Dharma Seal, forged from the arduous practice of the Earthly Que Golden Book, burst forth from the Mud Ball Palace, extending several meters.

It then transformed into a spectacular Altar city illuminated by the colorful glow of layers upon layers of complex talismans and Seal Script.

Within it, a jade Treasure City and wondrous Immortal Palaces emerged, surrounded by clouds, with a majestic Prince dressed in Crown Robe sitting in the center, while a Yin Official presided over each of the four corners of the city.

Upon seeing this, Fire Official Xing’er couldn’t care less about the rolls that were still roasting and leapt onto the red Altar City.

Sitting within it, she formed the Five Senses Mandala Seal with her hands, exuding the splendor of sanctity.

Immediately after.

The Spirit Light from the Wood Official, Golden Official, Earth Official, and Fire Official all connected, creating a unified brilliance, which, although slightly less perfect without the Water Official, harmonized just fine.

With Wang Yuan’s body, at the peak of Refining Marrow and Changing Blood and half a step from Dao General, serving as the foundation, the balance of the five elements and organs adjusted themselves naturally.

Assisted by the Innate Divine Ability, Water and Wind Attire, and powered by two extraordinarily strong kidneys, a dark stream of Water Qi seamlessly filled the gap.

Enabling his Daoist Skill to grow rapidly.

The gold and green radiance within the Jade City Golden Que Dharma Seal surged, expanding swiftly to a width of 2.8 meters and still growing, looking as if it would overflow at any moment.

Inhale—Exhale—

Red and white Qi dragons continuously inhaled and exhaled from his nose and mouth, in constant communion with the Heavenly Spirit Qi and Earth Spirit Qi, refining his own Qi to turn it progressively solid and real from the ephemeral and false.

At the same time, Wang Yuan, seated in a lotus position, meditated within his Sea of Consciousness.

Several beautiful Heavenly Girls, adorned with Golden Bracelets and jade bangles, extended their tender white hands to massage his body, ensuring a smooth flow of Qi throughout his meridians.

This step in the cultivation of the Earthly Que Golden Book was known as "Jade Maidens at Dawn."

The Jade Maidens refer to wondrous Qi that takes form upon response. Pure, bright as jade, hidden yet nourishing, apparent but without flaw.

The mystical Dao Qi responds to every detail, leading in succession from the lowly to the revered. Hence: By day, the Jade Maidens guard the palace; by night, the Girl attends to matters, overcoming dangers and ascending the Dao platform.

The Jade Maidens Wang Yuan envisioned were none other than his own distinguished Yin Officials and cousin Huang Wu.

Although he was seriously cultivating in an utterly earnest manner, there was an inexplicable subtlety as if he was enjoying a peculiar kind of fortune.

In short, cultivation makes me happy!

Time passed unknowingly.

The luminance within the Five Senses Altar City had completely overflowed, and a drop of water, almost indiscernible, slowly fell towards the Dantian.

Suddenly, something sprouted within the Dantian, and Wang Yuan’s body shook violently.

Then, the golden cyan water cascaded uncontrollably, like a waterfall hanging from the Nine Heavens.

Roar...

The sound of a river’s surge filled his ears as droplets of True Qi gathered into streams, gradually filling his meridians and acupoints.

Eventually, a vast network formed, perfectly integrating the essence, energy, and spirit of his entire body.

If one looked closely, they would discover that each strand of this golden cyan True Qi was composed of extremely fine Rune characters.

Like the Heavenly Spirit Qi, it was both energy and information.

The figure in Crown Robe seated at the top of the Five Senses Altar City, appeared refreshed by a long-awaited rain. With every circulation of True Qi, the figure’s outline became clearer by degrees.

One could vaguely discern the young Prince in that silhouette; indeed, it was Wang Yuan himself.

A Cultivator wields Daoist Skill to protect the self, ultimately seeking immortality.

Impervious to fire, untouched by water; unharmed by axe or spear; forewarned against sudden malicious thoughts; enduring beyond the cycles of time, tranquil and joyous within, enjoying boundless freedom and ease.

And in this world, the one constant is change. Orthodox Cultivators wield all spells without depending on them, focusing instead on cultivating a detached Light of Spirit, ever-changing with the world, yet undying and immortal.

Once the figure becomes indistinguishable from a Sage in appearance, it indicates that Wang Yuan has reached the peak of the Red Seal [Yin God] realm.

In the next moment.

The [Five Senses Mandala Seal] collapsed instantly, returning into the Dantian and transforming into a [Divine Power Talisman] that resembled the glowing Green Sun.

The Spirit Light ebbed and flowed, dominating the central nexus of the entire True Qi network.

Whew!

Wang Yuan took a deep breath out. Without casting any Spell, the rainwater above the entire courtyard rolled back up into the sky, splattering noisily in all directions.

He opened his eyes, a flash of lightning in his gaze, and a white light filled the room.

This was the greatly enhanced essence, energy, and spirit manifesting outwardly, exhibiting an Abnormality.

Having just broken through the [True Qi] realm, Wang Yuan had fully activated the surrounding Spiritual Qi. Even ordinary people could spot the difference at a glance, finding it vibrant with flourishing life and full of Daoist charm.

If one listened carefully, they might even hear the faint hum of chanting.

"Only a power that responds immediately to thought, that is true and solid, can be considered [True Qi]."

Looking at his hands that were as smooth and unblemished as white jade, Wang Yuan felt that he had undergone a tremendous transformation compared to before.

With a thought, he drew a Taiyin Talisman in the air without the need for Talisman Paper or Vermillion, effortlessly writing it with the fluid grace of a dragon or snake.

As soon as the talisman was completed, a spiritual response occurred, and a full moon appeared in the courtyard.

"The ability to create magic with a single thought, this is indeed true Daoist Skill!"

Only having truly stepped into this realm could Wang Yuan genuinely appreciate the might of [True Qi].

[True Qi] itself is a versatile Daoist Skill.

Beyond fortifying one’s physique and nourishing the Divine Soul, it can also exert a tangible influence on the outside world out of thin air, serving as a bridge between the soul and all natural beings.

It simplifies the process of casting, acting as a [Dharma Guide], and many minor Daoist Skills have become readily available.

Although far from directly harnessing the Mana to connect Heaven and Earth, it’s still, at least, several times stronger than the [Dharma Seal] realm for casting talismans, practicing, and drawing Spells.

This also marked a critical step for Wang Yuan on the Immortal Dao.

"If beyond the [Heavenly Gate] lies the Heavenly Spirit Qi, and beneath the [Earth Gate] exists the Earth Spirit Qi,

Then the [True Qi] within this human body is the Human Spirit Qi, which belongs solely to the Cultivator’s self, ’Qi’.

It carries the Magician’s truth and knowledge, bearing a distinct personal imprint, and can bless any Daoist Skill of one’s sect."

Wang Yuan watched the golden cyan True Qi ebbing and flowing from his fingertips and gained a clear understanding.

Even if Magicians practice the same teachings, the [True Qi] they eventually cultivate will inevitably differ subtly.

Beginning from this realm, Magicians will gradually acquire some of the characteristics of the [Deceit] and [Deceit Object],

They can use their own [True Qi] to refine (impurify) talisman paper, ores, treasures, spiritual medicines, and magic artifacts... achieving a host of extraordinary effects.

It enables long-term spiritual response in talismans, which can be handed down to disciples and followers for use.

What’s more, after a lingering presence in a place, certain unique Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures may emerge.

Those who can establish their own sects within the Cultivation World, such as temples and palaces, must have at least one Magician at the [True Qi] realm as its foundation.

As it was with the Purple Ganoderma Temple, which seemed to have three Magicians at the early stage of the Red Seal [Dharma Seal] realm, they could only struggle to survive in the wilderness, barely a part of the lower echelons of the Cultivation World.

If a Tao Lineage doesn’t even have a single [True Qi] realm Magician, no matter how many disciples enter the path, it can’t establish a foundation, inherit the teachings, or be recognized by peers.

Now that Wang Yuan has stepped into this realm, he had achieved the liberty and unrestraint that a Cultivator should possess, and could truly start his own school or sect!

Suddenly.

Wang Yuan’s ears twitched. He swung his hand to open the gate of the small courtyard.

A paper crane that had been rapping aimlessly at the door for who knows how long finally flew in.

Unfolding it, he discovered a letter from Jin Shengshui from the Black Water Temple, and his eyes lit up.

"Mrs. Long Shao is inviting me to meet at Mirror Lake? Just what I needed, as I was preparing to pay a visit to this Blessed Earth God... Water Virtue Flood Dragon!"

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