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[Techniques: Golden Light Mantra (Perfected), Yang Five Thunders (Mastered), Great Ruyi Force (Mastered), Purifying the Dao Body (Mastered), Earth Turtle Breathing Technique (Beginner)]
[Note: The foundation is solid, and the amount of Qi is far more refined than that of others of the same level.]
The consumption of the Golden Light Mantra has been greatly reduced, and the Yang Five Thunders are unparalleled in their power.
He is proficient in the Dao of Purification and Extinction, and is not afraid of any poison.
He has already demonstrated the ability to challenge opponents of higher ranks in actual combat; he needs to quickly integrate various inherited techniques to form a unique fighting style.
He clenched his fist slightly, feeling the immense power flowing through his body and the ultimate sense of control.
The power flows through the meridians, like a tamed tiger; with a thought, it can unleash thunderous might.
His state of mind, however, remained as calm and undisturbed as an ancient well.
My mind is clear and bright.
Chapter 18: The Lu Family Celebrates Their Birthday – The Most Memorable Scene is Here!
On this day, a beautifully crafted, gold-embossed invitation was delivered to the Celestial Master's Mansion on Longhu Mountain.
The Lu family, one of the four great families, is celebrating the patriarch's birthday and has invited many people from the world of supernatural beings to come and offer their congratulations.
Zhang Jingqing looked at the invitation and pondered for a moment.
He originally intended for Zhang Yunyuan to continue his secluded cultivation on the mountain, since things were not peaceful down below, with various forces mixed together, and it was better to avoid trouble.
"Master, I want to go too."
Zhang Yunyuan had somehow gotten close, his eyes sparkling as he looked at the old master.
“I’ve been living in the mountains for so many years, I’m almost going crazy from being cooped up. Please let me go with you and see the world.”
He said he was bored, but he was thinking about something else entirely.
That's Lu Jin's family, one of the future Ten Elders.
This prestigious family with a long history is definitely a high-quality spot for taking photos!
Seeing the longing look in her apprentice's eyes, Zhang Jingqing finally softened.
Since coming up the mountain, this child has indeed been too diligent and has hardly enjoyed the fun that his peers should have.
The old master nodded helplessly, but still gave serious instructions.
"However, the Lu family's birthday banquet was crowded with people, including some who had grudges against Longhu Mountain."
"On your journey, you must stay close to me and your fellow disciples at all times. Do not wander off on your own, understand?"
"I understand, Master!"
Zhang Yunyuan happily agreed.
A few days later, the Celestial Master personally led his eldest disciple Zhang Zhiwei, his third disciple Tian Jinzhong, and his "closed-door disciple" Zhang Yunyuan down the mountain.
Just as they reached the halfway point of the mountain, they saw several disciples from the Enforcement Hall escorting a group of black-clad men, who were tightly bound by lightning magic restrictions, back up the mountain.
Those people were weak and had a cold, evil aura about them; they were the Quanxing demons.
When the disciples of the Enforcement Hall saw the Celestial Master and his entourage, they immediately stopped and bowed in respect.
The old master frowned slightly.
"what happened?"
One of the disciples answered respectfully.
"Reporting to the Celestial Master, recently, for some unknown reason, the Quanxing demons at the foot of the mountain have been extremely active, often appearing in groups of three to five nearby, as if they are plotting something."
We were ordered to increase patrols, and we just happened to run into these guys.
Zhang Jingqing's gaze darkened.
Those troublemakers from Quanxing are up to their old tricks again.
He waved his hand, signaling the disciples of the Enforcement Hall to take the person back for strict interrogation. Without saying anything more, he led Zhang Yunyuan and the others down the mountain to the Lu family.
The Lu Family Compound is located in a prime location in Jiangnan, and it is now decorated with lanterns and colorful decorations, with guests filling the house.
People from all over the world gathered together, some talking loudly, others exchanging whispers, creating a lively atmosphere.
Almost all the leading figures of the younger generation are present.
As soon as Zhang Yunyuan stepped into the Lu family compound, the long-awaited notification sound rang in his mind.
[Ding! Check-in point detected: Lu Family Compound.]
【Check-in successful! 】
[Congratulations, host, you have obtained: Original Qi Sensation (Beginner)]
[Effect: Passively enhances perception and understanding of the core Qi of "Orthodox Xuanmen Kung Fu," and allows for clearer capture of its Qi circulation trajectory and inner meaning.]
A cool sensation entered Zhang Yunyuan's soul, and he felt his senses instantly become countless times sharper.
The guests, who he had initially perceived as merely "qi clusters" of varying strengths, now presented a completely different picture to him.
He could "see" the supple, water-like Qi flowing slowly within the bodies of the Taoist priests of Wudang Mountain, following a smooth and unobstructed path.
He could "see" the powerful yang energy within the bodies of the Shaolin monks, as solid as a mountain and as immovable as a bell.
The core Qi of all sorts of orthodox cultivation methods seemed to have shed their outer garments and revealed their most fundamental operating trajectories before him.
This ability is so useful!
Just as Zhang Yunyuan was immersed in this novel experience, several unfriendly gazes fell on his group from Longhu Mountain.
Not far away, Lu Shou, the head of the Lu family, was leading a group of Lu family members over.
When he saw Zhang Yunyuan behind Zhang Jingqing, a cold glint flashed in his eyes.
Standing beside him, Lü Ci made no attempt to conceal his hostility; his cold gaze was like a knife scraping against Zhang Yunyuan.
Three years ago at that birthday banquet, Lu Yan, the genius scion of the Lu family, was crippled by Zhang Yunyuan with a single punch, his meridians were all broken, and he was completely rendered a cripple.
This feud has been brewing for a long time, turning into an irreconcilable blood feud.
Zhang Jingqing remained expressionless, but subtly pulled Zhang Yunyuan behind her, shielding him from the malicious gazes.
At this moment, a young man dressed in a white robe, with a refined demeanor and a spirited air, walked over surrounded by a crowd.
He was none other than Lu Jin, the most beloved grandson of the birthday celebrant.
As Zuo Ruotong's prized disciple of the Sanyi Sect, Lu Jin was already a renowned young master in the martial arts world.
The assessment of her as having lived a "flawless life" is already beginning to emerge.
He is widely recognized as one of the leading figures of today's younger generation.
At this moment, Lu Jin was confident and composed, with a pure and powerful aura emanating from his body, which was the unique fluctuation of the Reverse Life Triple Realm.
That pure, innate energy drew the attention of countless people present.
Zhang Yunyuan's attention was also completely drawn to him.
However, within his newly acquired sense of righteous Qi, he keenly perceived that beneath this seemingly peaceful and warm atmosphere, there were several extremely faint yet chilling Qi.
Those few streams of Qi were completely incompatible with the cultivation methods of all the righteous sects present, like venomous snakes mingling with a flock of sheep, silently lurking in the shadows.
He frowned, but couldn't pinpoint its exact source.
Chapter 19 One Palm Stuns All
Inside the banquet hall, toasts were exchanged and the atmosphere was lively.
Taking this opportunity, the extraordinary individuals from various sects exchanged pleasantries and shared their recent cultivation experiences and observations of the martial world.
Zhang Yunyuan had no interest in these polite social interactions.
He sat alone in a corner, immersing himself completely in the novel experience brought about by the [True Source Qi Sensation].
His "gaze" pierced through the surface of flesh and blood, directly "looking" at the ceaseless flow of Qi within the bodies of every extraordinary expert in the arena.
The Tai Chi energy of Wudang is smooth and flowing, with yin and yang in harmony.
The Yi Jin Jing of Shaolin is powerful and profound, combining strength and gentleness.
These profound techniques, which could only be imagined through descriptions in ancient texts, are now being presented in the most direct way in his world of perception.
He was particularly interested in Lu Jin.
That young talent, hailed as having a "flawless life," possessed a triple-layered Qi of reversal within him, as pure and powerful as a warm sun.
Zhang Yunyuan could clearly "see" that the pure innate Qi was constantly evolving and rising within Lu Jin's body according to a mysterious trajectory.
Each cycle of the body's energy continuously cleanses his physical body and soul, giving him an almost "immaculate" sense of purity.
This intuitive understanding of the true meaning of "reversing the original state" allowed Zhang Yunyuan to ponder in secret, deepening his understanding of his own Daoist practices.
As the banquet reached its climax, the atmosphere also reached its peak.
Some senior figures familiar with the Lu family started to laugh and jeer.
"Grandpa Lu, today is a joyous occasion, but just drinking and eating won't be enough to fully enjoy it!"
"Yes! Why not let the young talents have a friendly competition, so that we old folks can broaden our horizons and add some excitement to the birthday banquet!"
The suggestion was immediately met with approval from all the guests.
As the representative of the younger generation of the host, Lu Jin smiled confidently upon hearing this, calmly stood up, and walked to the open space in the center of the hall.
He clasped his hands in a fist salute to the four directions and said loudly.
"Since this is to celebrate my ancestor's birthday, I, Lu Jin, would like to offer my humble opinion as a starting point, and I would appreciate any guidance or advice from my fellow disciples!"
His gaze swept across the entire room, finally settling on Longhushan's seat.
There was no provocation in his eyes, only respect for top experts of his generation and a challenge to be challenged.
On the Longhu Mountain side, Tian Jinzhong and several other senior brothers immediately started jokingly shoving Zhang Zhiwei next to them.
"Senior Brother, it's your turn!"
"That's right, the Lu family has already joined the fray, so Longhu Mountain can't afford to lose face!"