Inside Danxin Cave.

The spiritual qi was so dense it almost turned to liquid, and a strong aura of earth fire permeated the air, yet it was not scorching, rather warm and mellow.

At the center of the cave abode.

The most striking was a Golden Cauldron, its body carved with patterns of sun, moon, stars, mountains, rivers, and plants. Below the cauldron, nine fire dragon phantoms circulated, inhaling and exhaling flame qi.

In front of the Golden Cauldron, an old man sat cross-legged.

With red hair and beard, he wore a saffron Daoist robe with the pattern of a three-legged mythical bird embroidered on the hem. Though his appearance was majestic, it carried a somewhat carefree air.

This person was Dragon Void Daoist. His eyes were half-closed, and his aura, as vast as the sea, seemed calm yet harbored an intimidating pressure.

Chen Sheng hurriedly bowed and greeted, his voice steady:

"Chen Sheng pays respects to the Hall Master."​

Dragon Void Daoist slowly opened his eyes, flames seemingly flickering within them. He stroked his red beard, smiling slightly:

"Since you've received my Purple Ying Gourd, what should you call me?"

Chen Sheng took a deep breath, bowed again with even more respect in his tone:

"This disciple is foolish; greetings to Master."​

Dragon Void Daoist laughed heartily, the laughter causing the spiritual qi in the cave to ripple slightly:

"Hahaha! Rise, from now on, you are my seventh disciple."

"There are several senior brothers above you; I will introduce them to you later."​

Chen Sheng stood up: "Thank you, Master."

Dragon Void Daoist's gaze fell on Chen Sheng. He adopted a slightly more serious tone:

"A master is one who transmits the Dao, imparts knowledge, and resolves doubts."

"Now that you've reached the fourth layer of Body Refining, do you have any thoughts on the future path of cultivation?"​

Upon hearing this, Chen Sheng hesitated slightly, organized his words, and replied:

"This disciple has only a Lower Grade Spiritual Root, with mediocre aptitude, and may be stuck at the Foundation Establishment Early-stage for life."

"Fortunately, in Body Refining, I have some talent and might achieve a bit of success."

Dragon Void Daoist's eyes flashed a touch of appreciation:

"Not bad, you have self-awareness and a heart toward the Dao. Since you plan to take the path of a Body Cultivator, some of my past experiences can help you a bit."​

Saying this, he waved his sleeve, and a purple glow flew out from within it, landing steadily in Chen Sheng's palm. It was a Purple Crystal Jade Scroll.

Chen Sheng received the jade scroll, which felt cool to the touch. As his spiritual sense penetrated it, he saw it contained a volume of a Body Refining Technique.

"Sea Overturning Flood Dragon Technique"

Dragon Void Daoist spoke:

"This technique is extremely profound, containing many deep secret techniques, fiendishly formidable, divided into seven layers, which can be cultivated to the Golden Core Early-stage."

"It was obtained by me early in life in some relic in the East Sea, and it also has my annotations on the first six layers."

"Back then, I failed to break through to the seventh layer, so I resorted to refining a Demon Pill and achieved a Fake Pill."

At this, Dragon Void Daoist revealed a regretful expression.

He looked at Chen Sheng with hopeful eyes:

"You possess the Dragon Vein Special Physique, and are fated with this 'Sea Overturning Flood Dragon Technique'. Cultivating this technique, you might surpass me and succeed to the seventh layer."

Upon hearing this, Chen Sheng was overjoyed. Such a complete High Tier Body Refining Technique was extremely rare, especially one that matched his physique, and he quickly bowed in gratitude:

"Thank you, Master, for bestowing this technique!"

Dragon Void Daoist nodded lightly, then spoke of old affairs:

"A few years ago, your sixth senior brother, brimming with youthful exuberance, was instigated by others and violated the rules... In the end, I punished him to ten years of secluded cultivation in the forbidden area, to temper his character."​

Upon hearing this, Chen Sheng suddenly realized.

It turned out that Sixth Senior Brother's punishment had some relation to him. No wonder Dragon Void Daoist took notice of him!

Now that Master brought up this matter, it was clear he wanted to reconcile and foster harmony within the sect.

Chen Sheng quickly took the opportunity to plead:

"Senior Brother already knows his mistake. Over these years in seclusion, he must have thoroughly reflected. I hope Master may pardon him considering his youth…"​

Before he finished speaking, Dragon Void Daoist raised his hand to interrupt:

"You do have generosity!"

"But save your pleas. Old Six is proud and ambitious; without properly punishing him once, he won't remember the lesson."

"When he emerges, have him come to apologize to you with humility."

Chen Sheng quickly bowed: "I dare not, Master speaks heavily; I am unworthy."

Seeing this, Dragon Void Daoist smiled gently:

"Each of my disciples is proud, but you, as the closed-door disciple, are indeed modest and reserved."

Thinking for a moment, he understood. Chen Sheng's early background as a Loose Cultivator cultivated his cautious nature, so he need not be too demanding. ​

Dragon Void Daoist turned to Chen Sheng, changing the topic:

"Regarding cultivation, let's set it aside for now. Show me your alchemy skills."

After a pause, he added:

"Do your best, no holding back!"

Chen Sheng cupped his hands: "As you command!"

Since it was for guidance, he naturally held nothing back.

Concealing anything would be unacceptable!

Saying this, Chen Sheng retrieved a small Tier One Top Grade Pill Furnace from his Storage Pouch.

With a pinch of a spell, he tossed it into the air, where it expanded with the wind into a half-human-tall pill furnace, with spirit light flowing over its body.

He then took out materials for refining the Gold Essence Pill. Before coming, Chen Sheng anticipated there might be an alchemy assessment, so he brought several sets of materials.

Soon.

Flames of spiritual fire rose from Chen Sheng's fingertips, evolving into a Yin Yang Formless Purgatory within the furnace, extracting the essences of the medicine.

The movements were smooth and fluid.

He then applied condensing pill and Spirit Lock techniques...

Throughout the process.

Chen Sheng's breath was steady, with only a slight pant.

After achieving Foundation Establishment in body, his endurance capacity had significantly improved, reducing the burden.

Before long, the pill furnace trembled suddenly, and a golden light burst from the furnace, accompanied by a rich medicinal aroma.

"Capture!"

Dragon Void Daoist reached out and grasped the Gold Essence Pill, about the size of a dragon's eye, smooth and full, it then landed in his palm.

After a careful inspection, he nodded slightly, showing a satisfied smile:

"Eighty percent medicinal efficacy, not bad!"

"In a short time, your fire technique has improved again; among peers, you are unmatched."

"However, your condensing pill and Spirit Lock techniques are still somewhat rough, which isn't your fault, as you haven't received more advanced teachings!"

With that, he flicked his fingertip, emitting a flow of light into the golden order on Chen Sheng's waist.

"I grant you 100,000 Contribution Points. Go to the Dharma Transmission Tower and carefully select the appropriate teachings."

"If you encounter questions, feel free to ask me for guidance!"

His words carried strong confidence that no matter what teachings Chen Sheng chose, he was sure to provide guidance.

This was the confidence of a Tier Three Alchemy Grandmaster!

Chen Sheng bowed deeply:

"Thank you, Master."

Dragon Void Daoist flicked his finger again, and another flow of light flew out, transforming into a small, exquisite Three-legged Treasure Cauldron, with mountain and river patterns on its body, vibrant with spirit qi.

"This is the Tier Two High Grade Spirit Cauldron 'Cyan Abyss', used by me in my early years, and today I bestow it to you."

"Among my disciples, you and Old Six have the highest alchemy talent, both having the potential to reach Tier Three Alchemist. Do not waste this talent."

The successive surprises left Chen Sheng a little numb, and he received the Cyan Abyss Cauldron with utmost respect, solemnly saying:

"Master's great kindness, this disciple is infinitely grateful!"

"I shall devote myself to the Alchemy Dao and not fail Master's expectations."

Dragon Void Daoist nodded with satisfaction:

"On the Pill Furnace Peak, there are several excellent cultivation grounds; later, let White Crane Child accompany you to select one."

"Regarding administrative duties, I have asked your Second Senior Brother to arrange some alchemy tasks for you, which won't take much of your energy."

"Since you are my True Inheritor disciple, there are some sect affairs you cannot avoid."

His tone turned solemn, and he advised:

"But you are still young, at a critical period of cultivation, so prioritize cultivation."

"Push away the mundane affairs that can be deferred. Do not be blinded by power, as we cultivators thrive on cultivation realm, not power."

"You have talent in both alchemy and Body Refining, focus your heart on the Dao. If one day you break through the Golden Core Profound Gate, you will live up to my expectations."​

Chen Sheng nodded repeatedly, his expression solemn:

"This disciple will remember Master's teachings!"

Dragon Void Daoist nodded lightly, adding a meaningful sentence in conclusion:

"Core Formation Spiritual Objects for Body Cultivators are rare, but there are other ways."

"Keep your heart toward the Great Dao, do not be delayed by mundane affairs."

Hearing this, Chen Sheng couldn't help but let his imagination run wild, and he quickly assured:

"This disciple understands!"

Dragon Void Daoist nodded: "Then you may leave."

Chen Sheng cupped his hands: "This disciple takes his leave!"

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