Zhenwu Sect, Su Nu Peak, beside Taisu Pond.

Lian Qingchen held the textbook compiled by Qing Yu, sitting upright on the rocks beside the pond, chanting, "Water descends, fire ascends, wood bends and straightens, metal yields and transforms, earth sows and reaps······"

Since deciding to cultivate the Circulation of Six Voids Technique, Lian Qingchen has borne the weight that should not be carried at her age. From dawn to dusk, she has to study endless classics and occasionally complete some assignments set by Qing Yu.

To be honest, if her master Xuanzhen were not an esteemed figure in medical Dao, proficient in various nurturing methods, Lian Qingchen might have started losing hair at her young age.

"The theory of the Five Elements does not only refer to the five substances of metal, wood, water, fire, and earth, but encompasses the nature of all things in nature. Water is cold, moist, descending; wood grows, ascends, extends, and flourishes······"

As Qing Yu spoke, he waved his hand to manifest five streams of True Qi, combining them into a circulation, forming a ring, "The mechanism of creation requires both growth and control. Without growth, development is impossible; without control, it becomes rampant and harmful. The cycle of creation and restraint must continue without cease; therein lies the eternal Dao of heaven and earth."

"Qingchen, you must understand, only by comprehending the essence can you achieve great success, else viewing matters superficially is but trivial pursuit."

Yin and Yang, Five Elements, are not merely singular natures but encompass myriad phenomena of the world, just like the Five Elements, Yin and Yang are not just two attributes of Qi but narrate the opposition and interdependence of all things.

Like two sides of a coin, Yin and Yang exist within all things.

Qing Yu's words, appearing to be directed at Lian Qingchen, were more of a soliloquy, outlining his own vision of martial arts.

He too once fixated on appearances, viewing Yin and Yang, Five Elements as mere substances, yet looking back now, he realized he was indeed a bit myopic.

With thoughts arising, Qing Yu lifted his hand, and three-colored Heavenly Crystals—indigo, golden, blood-red—appeared in his palm, each deconstructing into three strands of Primordial Qi, surging into Qing Yu's body.

In the past couple of months, Qing Yu had already refined six pillars of Heavenly Crystals; now with three more refined, the first nine layers of "Primordial Treasure" were thoroughly perfected.

Cross-shaped ancient Dao marks appeared in his pupils, as Qing Yu completely refined the Essence of Ten Directions Destruction, integrating it wholly, aligning the Nine-layered Pure Heaven True Force within his body in harmonious sequence, a sense of perfect fulfillment arose within Qing Yu's heart.

Boundless Daoist Essence emanated from Qing Yu's body, where his Qi reached, life thrived. Though it was nearing winter with desolate scenery, suddenly it seemed spring returned, barren trees budded, fragrant flowers bloomed anew.

"Wow——"

Lian Qingchen's small mouth widened to an exaggerated arc, like witnessing the descent of an immortal, her eyes filled with reverence and admiration towards Qing Yu.

"Senior Brother, have you become an immortal?"

"An immortal? If you talk about my current realm, one might as well say so."

Qing Yu chuckled lightly, yet in the sky, thunder suddenly rumbled, lightning streaks flashed rapidly, resembling an apocalyptic scene.

But in an instant, the lightning scattered, hexagonal snowflakes fell, fluttering and dispersing.

Thunder not supposed to release, lightning not supposed to appear; when thunder and lightning manifest, snow should not fall again. All lose harmony. Thunder and lightning, yang; rain and snow, yin. When thunder emerges unseasonably, it indicates yang failing to restrain yin, letting yin Qi run amok, which would be harmful.

Thoughts summon wind and thunder, thoughts conjure rain and snow, the mysteries of Yin Yang creation, now entirely in Qing Yu's grasp.

After refining the Essence of Ten Directions Destruction, the Great Wisdom Space became Qing Yu's instinct. After several months of serene comprehension, assisted by the Great Wisdom Space, Qing Yu finally reached this stage.

"So beautiful!"

Lian Qingchen extended a hand, letting the pure white snowflakes land on her palm, her lively eyes filled with exclamation and wonder.

After all, she was still a child. These months of daily hard study and nightly assignments were tough on her. Now suddenly witnessing this scene, her childlike nature surfaced.

"Cultivate the Circulation of Six Voids Technique well, and you can do this too in the future." Qing Yu smiled, patting Lian Qingchen's head.

Though mainly focusing on his own understanding these months, occasionally explaining the essence to Lian Qingchen to summarize his insights, after all, they had spent months together, there was some sentiment.

If Lian Qingchen truly masters the Circulation of Six Voids Technique, Qing Yu would not mind having her continue to cultivate the Heaven and Earth Supreme Skill, grooming her as the future leader of the Zhenwu Sect.

"Okay, Senior Brother." Lian Qingchen nodded repeatedly, her large eyes brimming with curiosity and expectation.

Sometimes drawing a grand vision for a student to chase is a basic quality of a teacher. Just like Qing Yu's past schooldays, where those teachers always said high school would be easier, college would be relaxing, entering society would be complete liberation.

Young ones, with their yet immature mindset, always favor beautiful futures.

Of course, if Lian Qingchen truly has the capability, Qing Yu wouldn't hesitate to train her, not just drawing false visions like those teachers. But whether she can reach Qing Yu's current state depends on her own efforts.

As for now······

"Enjoy yourself well, there's an exam tomorrow." Qing Yu said with a smile.

Occasional tests are necessary to verify what a student has learned.

"Ah······"

The cheerful little face instantly fell.

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"Strange phenomena in the sky, it seems the Sect Leader has achieved Great Success in Divine Skill."

At the top of Wanfa Peak, Xuanfeng looked at the falling snowflakes, eyes filled with amazement and delight.

These months Qing Yu had been focusing on comprehending martial arts, something Xuanfeng and the other high-ups had heard about.

Now with strange phenomena appearing above Zhenwu Sect's sky—lightning flashing, clear sky thunder, and then suddenly thunder disappearing with scattered snowfall—this truly seems like a sign of Divine Skill's Great Success, doesn't it?

Perhaps, the Sect Leader has broken through to the strongest's realm.

Xuanfeng still didn't realize Qing Yu had long reached this realm, thinking he was at the "World's Number One" level, now having achieved success in Divine Skill and breaking through.

"Junior Brother Xuan Shang, haven't you seen the truth yet? Now, with Zhenwu Sect in the Sect Leader's hands, it may not be soaring but it's certain to stand at the world's peak in the future. I know you have a great relationship with Xuanfa, but you need to realize, it's not us, not Qing Yu who betrayed Xuanfa, but Xuanfa betrayed everyone."

Xuanfeng turned back, looking again at the sloppy Daoist lying on the lounger, engaging once more in his daily earnest persuasion.

Years ago, when Xuanfeng returned to Zhenwu Sect, he lay there dissipating day by day. After Qing Yu sealed his memories, he just kept lying there.

Now, Xuanfeng stood up, but Xuan Shang lay down.

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