"In the Three Clearings Dao, there are countless methods, with many later generations making improvements and repetitions, but there are only thousands of superior techniques. The types of techniques are diverse, and even some minor schools need to be detailed. I cannot explain each one to you."
"I haven't mastered all the techniques in the Three Clearings Dao. I will only teach you the techniques of the Jade Clearing Sect, okay?"
Yù Huá didn't beat around the bush at all.
As soon as she sat down, she began to explain.
Gu Wen naturally had no objections and listened to the professional.
"At the beginning of a Xuanmen disciple's cultivation, it is generally external skills and internal methods. Among them, the heart method is the most important, as it is the foundation of cultivation. A good cultivation technique can allow a cultivator to go further and cultivate faster. These are usually not passed on to outsiders, and the Three Clearings Dao is no exception. However, as things reach their extremes, they will reverse. Most methods of becoming an immortal are extremely difficult to cultivate and progress very slowly."
Gu Wen pursed his lips.
It seemed that it wasn't because he was too poor, but rather that the Jade Clearing Heart Method was difficult to cultivate without cheats.
Not to mention whether he could even get started, at the rate he was going, it would take him at least ten years of non-stop hard work to reach the first level.
He asked, "How does the method of becoming an immortal compare to other ordinary cultivation methods?"
Yù Huá replied, "Cultivating Qi is like drawing in Qi into the body, while building the Dao is like creating a sea from the land, using the power of heaven and earth with every movement. In terms of combat, it is easy to defeat enemies of higher realms, and in some cases, one can even defeat enemies two realms above."
Cultivating Qi to kill a Golden Core cultivator? It seems that the difficulty of building the Dao also has its benefits.
Gu Wen asked again, "The Jade Clearing Dao has nine levels of foundation. Is reaching above the ninth level equivalent to becoming an immortal?"
"Above the ninth level is the Dharma Form, which is the method of True Immortals and Buddhas. For cultivators, starting to build the Dao is their end goal," Yù Huá replied.
She continued, "Don't aim too high. Having a foundation of six levels already qualifies you to strive for True Immortality. Reaching the ninth level can make you a top expert in the world, but most people only aim for the sixth level."
"Your aptitude is better than most people's. Perhaps you can strive for the ninth level."
Gu Wen slightly lowered his head, a hint of contemplation flashing in his eyes.
He estimated that he would reach the third level in another month.
If each realm consumes ten times more than the previous one, then indeed, reaching the ninth level is difficult.
But at least he has a clear path ahead of him.
Returning to the topic, Yù Huá continued, "The second aspect is external skills, also known as the method of protecting the Dao. These are techniques that can be used to fight enemies, such as eighteen types of weapons, the Five Elements techniques, or body-refining techniques."
"The Jade Clearing Heart Method has the effect of refining the body, so there is no need for body-refining techniques. Here, I have a set of Jade Clearing Sword Techniques and a set of Xuanming Spear Techniques. The former is one of the Ten Great Sword Techniques of the Three Clearings, while the latter is just a Qi cultivation technique casually left in the scripture repository."
"Which one do you want?"
Gu Wen raised an eyebrow, looking at the faintly smiling face behind the light veil, feeling as if she was laughing.
And this question seemed very obvious, extremely testing his willpower.
On one side was one of the Ten Great Sword Techniques of the Three Clearings, and on the other side was a Qi cultivation technique.
Even without thinking, it was clear that the sword technique was definitely stronger.
But upon further consideration, there must be something special about comparing these two things together.
Because Gu Wen thought with his brain, he chose the spear technique.
"I choose the Xuanming Spear."
"Why?"
"Immortal Yù Huá, did your master ask you the same question back then?"
Yù Huá was visibly taken aback for a moment, tilted her head, then realized that she couldn't use her master's method to trick the other party, feeling a bit disappointed.
Gu Wen's emotions were too stable, making it difficult to discern his thoughts, perhaps due to the environment he was in.
She said, "I chose the best back then, for a sect competition. But I was eliminated in the first round. Because my talent was not enough, I couldn't comprehend the Jade Clearing Sword Techniques in a short time, and there was only a month left until the competition."
"We were all new to cultivation at that time, just like your current situation. We were all still under the suppression of fate."
Gu Wen understood her meaning.
The Xuanming Spear might not be the best choice, but it was something he could master in a short time.
He complimented, "I have learned a lot from you. A respected master must be a highly accomplished individual."
"You have great willpower. Your master will surely like you."
Yù Huá's voice carried a hint of joy, clearly pleased with the compliment, extending her hand and saying, "I will pass on both techniques to you. Learn the Xuanming Spear first, and consider the Jade Clearing Sword Techniques later."
Hiss! It's all about flattering, it seems that even immortals are human.
Gu Wen skillfully held Yù Huá's soft hand as before, feeling a cold sensation entering his body from her palm.
But this time, he could clearly sense an additional clear Qi flowing through his meridians, and he seemed to be able to block it.
As the clear Qi entered his brow, countless scriptures appeared in his mind.
《Xuanming Spear》《Jade Clearing Sword Techniques》.
He couldn't understand the latter, but with just a glance at the former, he could grasp most of it.
At least he understood the various versatile moves and techniques of how to exert force.
Opening his eyes, Yù Huá stood up and moved to a more spacious area in the room, saying, "We still have some time. I can teach you the Xuanming Spear first."
Gu Wen said, "But I don't even have a stick here."
"No problem. Guide the Qi through your meridians and cultivate the profound."
He approached Yù Huá, who lightly touched his acupoints, causing a clear Qi to flow through his body, moving his body and true Qi.
The movements of the Xuanming Spear techniques were extremely simple, involving actions like poking, smashing, lifting, flicking, entwining, and dancing.
However, what set them apart was that each action was accompanied by the circulation of true Qi, achieving a power that an ordinary person could not reach in a single move.
For example, the 'poke' move.
Yù Huá could blow out a candle three steps away with just a poke of her fingertip.
If she used a large spear, it could be as if the armor was nothing.
Gu Wen had decent talent in martial arts, and with Yù Huá's careful guidance and the unique manipulation of true Qi, he successfully grasped the basics in one night.
Although he hadn't fully mastered the Xuanming Spear techniques yet, at least he knew how to handle a spear.
Perhaps if he were given a large spear, the royal guards of the Wang Mansion might not be his match.
It was not only due to his physical prowess but also a recognition of the quality of the Great Gan's military forces.
Yù Huá felt a bit puzzled.
Shouldn't Gu Wen, with his talent, learn and comprehend everything in one go? Perhaps he wasn't good at external cultivation techniques.
Some people excel in Qi cultivation but struggle in other aspects.
There was never a genius who excelled in everything; they were all prodigies who excelled in one particular path.
The rooster crowed, and the sky gradually brightened.
Yù Huá bid farewell and said, "There are many opportunities to become an immortal. Although you have missed one, it doesn't mean there won't be new chances. But now, many opportunities are chaotic. Focus on your cultivation for now and wait for clarity before making a move."
"Lastly, there is a True Immortal from the Zhao Family, and they are in Bianjing."
With that, Yù Huá leaped onto the roof and disappeared into the mist with a few flashes.
Gu Wen watched her departing figure, exhaling a breath of cold air at the end of the long night.
A top-notch sword technique, a spear technique that countless mundane martial arts couldn't compare to.
To obtain them so easily and also receive the favor of an immortal.
Gu Wen could feel that his relationship with this immortal had already transcended the category of strangers.
Her attitude towards him had undergone a very obvious change, almost treating him as an equal.
Compared to the Zhao Family treating him as a servant, Yù Huá treated him as a partner.
This was the immense benefit hidden behind the danger of showcasing talent.
And this was just the talent of reaching the first level of building the Dao, while he was already at the second level.
This was enough.
Leading by half a step was being a genius, leading by a full step was being a lunatic.
Reaching the second level of building the Dao in four days was too frightening; he needed to hold back a bit.
"Shouldn't a True Immortal correspond to the ninth level of the Dao Foundation? Will the Great Gan's Dharma Form be invincible in this world?"
He muttered to himself, then turned and returned to the room, sitting cross-legged on the bed.
As he felt a slight vibration in his Heaven Qi, the scriptures of the Jade Clearing Sword Techniques seemed to transform into a sword, soaring into the sky.
The fire of the Heaven Core turned into a raging celestial fire, engulfing the jade sword, melting away all obscurities, unraveling the complexities, allowing Gu Wen to understand, grasp, and wield the jade sword.
In an instant, it was as if millions of immortal swords were rushing like the Yangtze River.
With each breath, he asked the sword for guidance!
The Jade Clearing Sword Techniques were grasped.
Heaven Core, one day.
Gu Wen slowly opened his eyes.
In the previously serene Blackwater Pond, there was now an unparalleled jade sword emitting an unmatched sharpness.
The entry into the Jade Clearing Sword Techniques had given him a strand of sword intent.
This strand of sword intent was still too weak, almost unable to cause any harm.
"It only took one day to grasp the basics of the sword techniques. It seems far inferior to the heart method. In that case, I shall refine it to perfection!"
A peerless genius is someone whose talent, efforts, and resources are beyond reach.
If he, who was born with the fate of a Red Dust Immortal, could still be caught up to, then he couldn't be considered a peerless genius!
He had no backing, just a bit of talent.
So what?
He had cultivated to the second level of the Jade Clearing Dao Foundation in four days, and mastered the Jade Clearing Sword Techniques in one night.
Wasn't that reasonable?
Heaven Core! I will refine it!
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