novelapdf Chapter 198 Zhen Yuanzi's Harvest
Chapter 198 Zhen Yuanzi's Harvest
Chapter 198 Zhen Yuanzi's Harvest
Red clouds and yin and yang are in harmony with nature.
The three moved to the backyard, where they saw that the Four Symbols Banana Tree was still full of spiritual energy, with the four elements of earth, water, fire, and wind flowing endlessly, exuding a Taoist charm. Under this tree, their minds and spirits were at peace.
Qingfeng and Mingyue had already prepared a jade table and a futon, and brought out the Three Lights Divine Water in a jade bottle.
Zhen Yuanzi personally took out a small amount of tea leaves with a murky color and containing endless vitality—something he had obtained by chance while traveling on the edge of chaos.
Named "Chaotic Dust Sprout," it is not an innate spiritual root, but it is still extremely rare, containing a trace of chaotic Daoist charm.
He brewed it with the Three Lights Divine Water, and saw the chaotic dust sprout slowly unfold in the divine water that had merged the essence of the sun, moon and stars.
It exudes a strange Daoist charm that is neither fragrant nor rich, yet penetrates directly to the primordial spirit. The color of the tea also transforms into a hazy, chaotic hue, as if containing an unopened world within.
"With this Chaos Dust Sprout supplemented with the Three Lights Divine Water, I offer this as a token of my sincerity. Please, fellow Daoists."
Zhen Yuanzi raised his cup in invitation.
Hongyun and Yinyang Daoist were both powerful figures, and they could tell at a glance that this tea was extraordinary, especially its chaotic Daoist charm, which was very beneficial for cultivators of their level to comprehend the Great Dao.
The Yin-Yang Taoist praised, "Fellow Daoist, this gift for your guest truly reveals your thoughtfulness and profound wisdom."
The three raised their cups and drank together. As the tea entered their stomachs, a gentle yet powerful chaotic energy spread throughout their bodies.
It nourished their vital essence and spirit, which had been depleted by the great war.
The minor injuries left over from the previous fierce battle were slowly healed under the nourishment of the tea, and even the perception of the rules of the Great Dao seemed to be cleansed and made clearer.
After tea, the discussion naturally began.
This discussion is different from those of the past.
All three had just experienced a life-or-death battle with Demon Ancestor Luo, and had gained a deeper understanding of power, destruction, order, and balance.
Although Hongyun did not arrive in person, he was stationed in the rear, using the Fire Cloud Cave to connect with the earth's veins and support the Earth Book Array. He also had unique insights into the overall flow of fortune and the ebb and flow of calamity.
He explained the application of his "Four Symbols Returning to the Origin, Guarding the One and Being Carefree" philosophy in stabilizing the rear and regulating the earth, fire, wind, and water. The Four Symbols Banana Tree seemed to sense his Taoist charm, its branches and leaves swaying gently, scattering specks of spiritual light.
Yin Yang Dao Ren combines the destructive characteristics of the Zhuxian Sword Formation with his own Tai Chi balance to deeply analyze "order within destruction" and "undercurrents beneath order".
He pointed out that although Luo's Zhuxian Sword Formation is extremely destructive, its four swords standing separately and the formation diagram operating is itself an extreme form of "order" centered on destruction.
His Tai Chi diagram aims to resolve and encompass such extremes through a grander and more inclusive balance.
These insights were refreshing to both Zhen Yuanzi and Hongyun.
Zhen Yuanzi shared more of his insights on how he used the innate five elements formation to evolve chaos and forcefully suppress the final blow from the combined power of the four swords of Zhuxian.
And finally, when the Book of Earth is activated to channel the explosive power of the western ley lines, a deeper understanding of the earth's capacity to bear, contain, and transform "damage" is revealed.
He recounted his initial understanding of the integration of the three concepts of the Five Elements, Earth, and Chaos, with a natural flow of Daoist energy emanating from his body.
In the dim light, it seemed as if countless microscopic worlds were being born, dying, and evolving, causing Yin Yang and Hong Yun to be secretly alarmed, knowing that their cultivation had improved.
The three people's Daoist auras intertwined and collided in the backyard, sometimes like a spring breeze and rain, sometimes like thunder splitting the sky, sometimes like the earth falling silent, and sometimes like the beginning of chaos.
The Four Symbols Banana Tree benefited from this, its spiritual light shining even brighter; the innate gourd vine growing in the corner, with its seven gourds of different colors, also trembled slightly, as if it too was absorbing this rare nourishment of the Dao.
The debate lasted for a long time, until the moon was high in the sky and starlight was shining down.
All three felt they had gained a great deal. The fatigue and mental strain from the previous battle were completely restored, and their Dao hearts were polished to be more harmonious and clear, giving them a clearer understanding of their future path.
After the discussion concluded, the Yin-Yang Daoist was the first to rise. His breathing had become steady after the discussion and meditation.
However, knowing that he had narrowly escaped death and had listened to the profound truths of the Great Dao from Zhen Yuanzi and Hongyun, this was the perfect opportunity to go into seclusion to digest the knowledge and seek a breakthrough.
He cupped his hands in farewell to Zhen Yuanzi and Hongyun, saying, "Fellow Daoists, I have benefited greatly from this discussion, and I am also grateful for your help."
I need to return to my grotto and go into seclusion for a period of time. Firstly, I need to fully recover from this loss, and secondly, I need to sort out what I have gained, so that I can make further progress in the way of Yin-Yang balance.
After I emerge from seclusion, I will travel arm in arm with my two fellow Daoists and together comprehend the Great Dao.
Zhen Yuanzi and Hongyun knew his feelings and did not try to stop him.
"Fellow Daoist, please rest assured and go into seclusion. When your cultivation is complete, we will gather again to discuss the Dao," Zhen Yuanzi said with a smile.
"I look forward to hearing good news from you, fellow Daoist." Hongyun also bowed and saw them off.
Zhen Yuanzi and Hongyun personally escorted the Yin-Yang Taoist to the outside of Wuzhuang Temple, until he transformed into a ray of Yin-Yang light and disappeared into the sky, before returning to the temple.
After seeing Yin Yang off, Hong Yun looked at Zhen Yuanzi and said, "Fellow Daoist, you have traveled a long and arduous journey and fought a series of fierce battles. Although your cultivation has improved, you still need to consolidate it. I will take care of everything in the temple, so you can go into seclusion with peace of mind."
Zhen Yuanzi nodded. He did feel that although the magical power in his body was immense, his newly improved realm and his understanding of chaos and the fusion of the five elements still needed to be refined.
The Immortal Execution Sword, which is suppressed in the Innate Five Elements Formation, also needs to be dealt with as soon as possible to avoid any unforeseen complications.
"In that case, I'll have to trouble you, fellow Daoist." Zhen Yuanzi didn't stand on ceremony and turned to walk directly towards his clean room.
Upon entering the quiet room, he waved his hand and set up multiple layers of restrictions, isolating the inside from the outside.
Zhen Yuanzi sat cross-legged on the cloud bed, but did not immediately enter a meditative state. Instead, he first looked inward at himself.
His internal magical power surged like a raging sea, even more refined and powerful than before the battle. His control over the Five Innate Banners, his perception of the Earth Book, and his understanding of the "Great Earth Chaos Scripture" had all reached a new level.
Especially after the Five Elements Dao is perfected, it cycles on its own, endlessly regenerating, which makes his mana recovery speed and endurance far exceed those of his peers.
With a thought, the Zhuxian Sword, sealed by layers of five-colored divine light, appeared in his sea of consciousness. The sword still emanated an unwilling destructive aura, but under the suppression of the power of the five elements of chaos, it was difficult to stir up any trouble.
"This sword is too malevolent, and its principles of destruction are too extreme, which is inconsistent with my path."
Forced refining would yield more benefits than benefits. However, it contains innate killing intent, making it a rare and precious material—perhaps it can be used for other purposes in the future.
Zhen Yuanzi had already made up his mind. He would continue to use the Five Elements Formation to suppress and nurture the creature, tempering its ferocity, and deal with it when the time was right.
Then, he recalled the 12th-grade world-destroying black lotus and the god-slaying spear that had been blown away.
And Luo Li's great oath of "the rise of demons and the decline of the Tao," as well as Hongjun's meaningful gaze when he left—the future pattern of the prehistoric world is both clear and shrouded in mystery.
"Hongjun is about to attain enlightenment, and the Heavenly Dao is bound to flourish."
My path must be expedited—the Six Paths of Reincarnation beneath the Sea of Blood, the opportunity on the gourd vine, and—
"How can we secure a chance for the Earthly Path to transcendence under the future Heavenly Order? —" Various thoughts flashed through his mind, outlining a grand blueprint for the future.
Suppressing these thoughts for the time being, Zhen Yuanzi calmed his mind, focused on his inner self, and officially began his seclusion.
His body was filled with Daoist charm, with the mysterious yellow energy intertwined with the five-colored divine light, and the chaotic energy faintly appearing and disappearing.
Before Hongjun attains enlightenment and the great power of the Heavenly Dao sweeps across the primordial world, he needs to adjust his condition to its peak and make thorough preparations for the next step of his plan.
Inside the Wuzhuang Temple, all was silent for a moment, except for the profound sounds of the Great Dao echoing silently in the quiet room.