Cyan Cloud Sect, Cold Jade Peak.
Cave Mansion, Practice Room.
Shen Xuan slowly opened his eyes, in which icy rivers seed to flow, and starlight flickered.
All around him, the imnse power of the elixir core receded like tides, finally settling into tranquility.
After three months of seclusion, the realm of the early stage of the Golden Core was thoroughly consolidated, with forceful and pure core power, far surpassing the sa tier.
In front of the jade table, a token emitting starlight and rich water spiritual energy hovered above it.
As a reward, the Profound Celestial Sect allocated the Tier Three Upper Grade Spirit Island, Starlight Island, to him.
This token is the array secret key to Starlight Island.
Starlight Island was a cultivation ground he had pondered over for a long ti and deliberately chosen.
Located in the distant sea of Song Country, twenty thousand miles from the nearest Hongcheng Prefecture of the Profound Celestial Sect, far from the frontline battlefield between the countries of Yan and Song.
Beneath Starlight Island, there is a Tier Three Upper Grade Water Attribute Spirit Vein.
The Island Protection Array, designed by the array masters of the Profound Celestial Sect, channels the power of the stars, gathers deep sea water spiritual Qi, and constantly nourishes the spirit vein of Starlight Island.
Over the years, it can even be elevated to a Tier Three Top Grade Spirit Vein.
However, that requires hundreds of years and a massive amount of array nurturing resources.
Previously, the Island Master of Starlight Island was Golden Core True Master Cang Lan of the Profound Celestial Sect.
To reward Shen Xuan, they specially ceded it to him.
"Starlight Island..."
Shen Xuan’s Divine Sense imrsed in the token.
The island’s topography, spirit veins, array layouts, and other information slowly erged.
"The location is remote, the spiritual Qi is abundant, the area is vast, and there is a hidden water spirit vein leading directly to the deep sea..."
"True Master Cang Lan didn’t care for it, but it’s just right for my use."
Shen Xuan achieved the Golden Core.
Daily cultivation requires a large amount of spiritual Qi.
In Cold Jade Peak, there was originally True Master Cold Jade.
Adding him would inevitably stretch resources thin.
Moreover, given his status as a Golden Core True Master, residing at Cold Jade Peak would be inappropriate.
Otherwise, it would seem like overshadowing the host.
Establishing a cultivation ground, creating a Grotto Heaven Blessed Land, cultivating followers, and gathering resources is a necessary step.
Starlight Island, being far from the continent’s disputes, is a good choice for calmly practicing alchemy.
"The sects of Yan and Song countries have temporarily ceased fighting and are moving towards a truce."
Recalling the information from the intelligence jade scroll, Shen Xuan pondered in his heart.
This also made him temporarily abandon the idea of leaving Song Country.
As long as Song Country could hold on, he was willing to stay in the sect of Song Country, focusing on cultivation.
"After achieving the Golden Core, a True Master’s divine powers are unlikely to make a qualitative leap in the short term."
In Shen Xuan’s view, with the Nine-colored Treasure Lotus, Purple Gold True Water Seal, and Ice Soul Divine Sword, he had comprehended three great divine powers: Immortal Ice Lotus, Profound Ice Dragon Shadow, and Ice Soul Divine Light, sufficient to deal with most True Masters.
Only, enhancing the power of divine abilities isn’t sothing that can be achieved in a short ti.
"Fortunately, my flesh body has made a qualitative leap and can fully withstand the pressure of body refining techniques."
After achieving the Golden Core, the limit of his physical body’s endurance had increased seven or eight tis.
"Therefore, my short-term goal is to quickly enhance the power of body refining techniques and to strive for the Divine Power Realm!"
Shen Xuan set his cultivation plan for the coming future.
With a determined mind, Shen Xuan stood up and left the practice room.
Outside, Su Xue’Er was already respectfully waiting.
"Husband, the Sect Leader has arrived."
Su Xue’Er said softly.
Shen Xuan nodded slightly.
In the reception room, Shen Xuan t with the Mysterious Trace True Master.
"Junior Brother Xuanbing, co with to see the Supre Elder."
Shen Xuan trembled slightly.
After returning to the sect, he had asked the Mysterious Trace True Master whether he should visit True Monarch Qing Yun.
After all, having condensed the Golden Core, he was a future core figure of the Cyan Cloud Sect.
Mysterious Trace True Master inford him that True Monarch Qing Yun was in seclusion.
"The Supre Elder has co out of seclusion?"
"He has. Since you have condensed the Golden Core, the elder has long wanted to et you."
"Alright. I will go with Senior Brother to et the Supre Elder."
The two left the cave mansion, transforming into two streaks of escape light, flying directly towards the central main peak, Cyan Cloud Peak.
Reaching a thousand feet high, fierce winds howled.
The two streaks of escape light flew upwards.
At this ti, the morning sun had just risen, casting tens of thousands of rays of golden light.
On the Cyan Cloud Peak, clouds swirled, and celestial cranes spread their wings.
The higher they flew, the more abundant the surrounding spiritual Qi beca.
Upon reaching the peak of the main peak, the spiritual Qi turned into thread-like spiritual mist, refreshing and uplifting the spirit.
Just standing here, he could feel a slight growth in the power of his Elixir Core.
Ordinary Foundation Establishnt disciples here would likely faint directly.
Overwheld by the rich spiritual Qi.
"How does it feel, Junior Brother Xuanbing?"
Mysterious Trace True Master smiled and asked.
As the Sect Leader, he was already accustod to this place.
"This is the foundational core of Cyan Cloud Sect, the central spirit vein, and also the place where the Supre Elder ditates in peace."
Shen Xuan nodded slightly, a hint of amazent crossing his eyes.
The purity of spiritual Qi here was ten tis that of Cold Jade Peak!
This was still outside of the Grotto Heaven Blessed Land.
More uniquely, the spiritual Qi here contained a vibrant vitality and clear Dao Rhy, capable of nourishing the Divine Soul and inspiring various insights.
"Spiritual Qi transforming into mist, Dao Rhy naturally arising, this is the true domain of a True Monarch."
Shen Xuan thought to himself.
"Look, Junior Brother Xuanbing."
Just as the words fell, Shen Xuan felt a slight spatial fluctuation, and the scene before him suddenly changed!
Amidst the sea of clouds ahead, various visions spontaneously manifested.
Sotis, azure lotuses blood everywhere, exuding clear Dao Rhy.
Sotis, ancient Dao text appeared in the void, deducing the ultimate truths of heaven and earth.
Sotis, phantoms of celestial birds flew by with a long cry, leaving trails of glow.
"Is this the manifestation of a Dao Domain?"
Shen Xuan’s gaze focused.
A vast domain power enveloped this realm.
Within this domain, no evil could remain, heart demons could not arise, and the great Dao of heaven and earth evolved.
"Junior Brother Xuanbing, such keen insight."
Mysterious Trace True Master stroked his beard and said: "This is the Qing Yun Dao Domain of the Supre Elder. In this domain, an ordinary True Master can cultivate in one day equivalent to ten days elsewhere."
The two continued forward, passing through layers of spiritual mist, observing various Dao Domain visions, finally reaching the peak.
Atop the peak, there were no palaces or pavilions, but a vast platform shrouded in a seven-colored glow.
At the center of the platform stands an ancient jade portal.
Engraved upon the portal are patterns of sun, moon, stars, mountains, and rivers.
Dao Rhy flows, emitting mysterious and esoteric waves.
On either side of the portal, towering divine trees, over several hundred ters tall, cast a shadow upon the sky and release an ancient aura.
Among the treetops, multi-colored spiritual birds like Dan-top cranes reside and chirp lodiously.
Above the portal, spiritual mist transforms into shadows of true dragons and colorful phoenixes, swirling and frolicking.
With dragon roars and phoenix cries, auspicious signs abound.
Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi nearly liquefies, as if drinking nectar with each breath.
Everything before the eyes is akin to a mythical Immortal Realm!
"This is the Cyan Cloud Grotto Heaven."
Mysterious Trace True Master, with a solemn expression, tidied his attire and respectfully bowed: "Disciple Mysterious Trace, bringing new Golden Core junior brother Profound Ice, greets the Grand Elder!"
Monts later, the jade portal gently glowed and silently opened.
Inside, purple qi coiled and swirled.
Pristine and vast, as if containing the essence of Heaven and Earth, the aura emanated from within.
"Co inside."
The voice was calm and serene, commanding respect without anger.
Mysterious Trace True Master took a deep breath, glanced at Shen Xuan, and stepped forward.
Shen Xuan cald his emotions and followed, entering the legendary Cyan Cloud Grotto Heaven.
Onward he walked.
The deeper he ventured, the more tranquil the spiritual mist beca.
A spirit lamp emitted dazzling and colorful light.
Ahead, a man in a flowing azure robe gazed over, his body reflecting rainbow brilliance.
His form seed to rge with the grotto heaven.
"Grand Elder, disciple Mysterious Trace has brought junior brother Profound Ice."
"You’ve worked hard."
True Monarch Qing Yun’s voice was gentle and still.
"Disciple shall take leave."
Mysterious Trace True Master bowed, departing the grotto heaven.
"Junior brother Profound Ice, I will wait for you outside."
True Monarch Qing Yun nodded slightly.
"You are Shen Xuan, apprenticed under Cold Jade?"
Shen Xuan bowed and said: "Yes. Disciple Shen Xuan, apprenticed to True Master Cold Jade."
True Monarch Qing Yun smiled faintly, asking: "Now that you have achieved Golden Core, do you have reflections on your path?"
Shen Xuan pondered for a mont, then raised his head with clarity and resolve in his eyes.
"Disciple’s main cultivation technique is the Divine Treasure Vast Sea Technique, and I condensed my Golden Core using the True Ice Heart Technique. Yin alone cannot grow, and Yang alone cannot flourish. Disciple plans to dual cultivate a Fire Technique, comprehending the balance of water and fire, the symbiosis of yin and yang, using this foundation to temper the Elixir Core and pursue the Nascent Soul path!"
Upon hearing this, True Monarch Qing Yun’s eyes flashed with a hint of surprise.
Dual cultivation of Water and Fire Golden Core, the Five Elents conflict.
Throughout history, few succeeded, most resulting in body explosions.
Shen Xuan’s intent was exceedingly bold!
True Monarch Qing Yun revealed a trace of admiration: "Excellent! Do not be confined by present strength, unbound by singular achievent, perceiving the transformation of yin and yang is the true essence of seeking the Dao!"
"Water and fire clash, yet also nurture each other. If you can master the Water and Fire Dual Golden Core, the quality of your Elixir Core will exceed those of the sa tier, enhancing your chances to transcend the Nascent Soul tribulation."
"However, combining water and fire is no easy task. A slight mistake may lead to core destruction and death."
"You must seek a Fire Technique that is pure and unyielding, proceeding step by step, without haste."
Shen Xuan respectfully said: "Disciple thanks the Grand Elder for guidance."
"If my guess is not mistaken, your Fire Spirit Root seems to be lacking."
"Reporting to the Grand Elder, disciple’s bloodline is unique, awakening ancestral bloodline with Fire Technique cultivation, enhancing the Fire Spirit Root gradually."
True Monarch Qing Yun nodded: "Core differentiates between yin and yang, transforming into extres. The Fire Pill you condense should mirror the quality of the Ice Pill. Then, with the two Golden Cores as foundation, yin and yang converge, water and fire ld, and you might successfully reach Nascent Soul."
Shen Xuan was deeply gratified, continually offering thanks.
True Monarch Qing Yun had patience for this new Golden Core, expounding in detail on the integration of dual cores for Nascent Soul.
After a long while.
"This is my conception, unexecuted by anyone before. You need not be bound by this."
True Monarch Qing Yun said leisurely.
Shen Xuan fell into contemplation, still processing what was spoken.
At this mont.
Various thoughts flickered in Shen Xuan’s mind.
After lengthy deliberation.
Shen Xuan again offered respectful thanks.
By all considerations.
Shen Xuan found the Water and Fire Dual Golden Core most fitting for him.
With his flesh body’s capacity, he could withstand the dual cores’ impact.
Or rather, it was most suited for the Mysterious Jade Talisman and Nine-color Treasure Lotus to take effect.
"Returning to the Grand Elder, disciple decides to dual cultivate the Fire Technique Golden Core!"
Shen Xuan’s voice was resolute and firm.
True Monarch Qing Yun soberly reminded.
"Shen Xuan, you must consider carefully. If choosing dual cultivation in Fire Technique, do not abandon halfway."
"Disciple has thought it through."
"Very well!"
True Monarch Yuanming encouraged upon hearing: "Proceed boldly. If questions arise, feel free to consult ."
"Disciple understands, thanks the Grand Elder."
"Alright, go cultivate now."
Shen Xuan offered thanks and departed.
Outside the Cyan Cloud Grotto Heaven.
A ripple passed through the void.
Shen Xuan’s form erged.
"How was it, junior brother Profound Ice? What did the Grand Elder say to you?"
Mysterious Trace True Master, who had waited long, asked curiously upon seeing Shen Xuan.
"The Grand Elder advised to cultivate diligently."
"I knew he would say that!"
Mysterious Trace True Master replied, smiling.
"Back when I first condensed my Golden Core, he said the sa."
"Hmm, I shall emulate brother as an example."
"Let us return."
The two transford into escape light, departing Cyan Cloud Peak.
At this mont, Shen Xuan was unaware.
After his departure.
True Monarch Qing Yun’s form erged from the void, gazing afar at his silhouette, vanishing from the sky.
"Unique lineage? Ancestral spirit bloodline?"
"What a deceitful little fellow! Clearly possesses an exotic treasure!"
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