Chapter 89: Summoning and Refining Generals [asking for monthly tickets and subscriptions]
A training room in a side courtyard of the An Mansion.
Qiu Zhen sat cross-legged on a cushion, and in front of him, the [Demonic Ape Calming the World Diagram] was slowly spread out.
In the painting, a huge demon ape stands tall, as majestic as the green mountains behind it. Its body is covered with thick black hair, its face is ferocious, its eyes are red like flames, its sharp fangs protrude, and it is filled with murderous aura. Faintly, it can be heard making roars like thunder.
Qiu Zhen had already opened the "Xuanguan Acupoint" long ago. By visualizing this picture, he could immediately refine the "turbid air of heaven and earth", condense the gods and evil spirits, and gather the "innate true qi" of martial arts, becoming an innate martial artist that the outside world envied.
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Qiu Zhen shook his head. He could only choose between cultivating immortals and the "divine martial arts".
As an immortal cultivator, there is no way he would lose sight of the important and pursue the trivial.
This time I went to the An Mansion to ask Master An for advice, and there were both joy and sorrow.
The good news is that after listening to Master An’s words, he has a comprehensive and systematic understanding of the pursuit of Taoism.
Especially the theory of "consciousness of the soul" opened his eyes.
The metaphors of kings, princes and warlords are easy to understand.
When he first entered the world of immortal cultivation, he awakened his "primordial spirit and dharma body", which was equivalent to a young king awakening his innate wisdom. At a young age, he already had the skills and shrewdness of a mature king, and he also began to train his own royal guards. As he continued to grow and become stronger, he always controlled the situation in the court, and his words were law, and his words were law, and he issued orders to all directions.
This is also why he can refine and absorb the devil's "spiritual essence" that ordinary cultivators dare not touch, and use the devil as a great medicine for cultivation.
The source of everything comes from his introduction to the Dao of Alchemy.
Just as Pharmacist An said, he has a huge advantage over other cultivators in his pursuit of immortality.
It has to be said that this was a huge benefit, and it further strengthened his determination to pursue the truth.
However, there is bad news.
It’s no longer possible to pretend to be a “martial arts master”.
To be precise, it is impossible to disguise yourself as a martial arts master in today's world.
The inner alchemy method he practiced was the "dual cultivation of sex and life" method, which involved refining the "pure energy of heaven and earth" and focusing on sex, but his life and physical body were not at all inferior.
For example, if he were to use his innate martial arts [True Yang Sword Technique] right now, he could unleash the power of an innate martial artist, but there was no "divine evil" in his sword energy. People would see through him at a glance as a cultivator, a "Yin Shen master", rather than a pure "innate martial artist".
If he couldn't pretend to be a "congenital master", he probably wouldn't be able to stay in "Qiujia Village" for too long.
After all, his reputation as a "fate genius" has spread. It doesn't matter if he doesn't achieve success in one or two years. He can still find an excuse that he has encountered a bottleneck and waste a few more years. Over time, it will easily attract the attention of outsiders.
"It's better to disguise yourself as a congenital martial artist. This can save you a lot of trouble. It's the best solution."
Qiu Zhen did not give up easily.
He is definitely not the only one who is troubled by this situation. I am afraid that any "immortal cultivator" will have this kind of trouble.
I don't know how Fairy Yunrou and the others solved it.
Qiu Zhen was curious, and his consciousness sank into [Miro Palace], leaving a message:
"Yun Rou, Monk, do you know the magical power of disguising yourself as a congenital martial artist?"
About half an hour later.
Monk Zhenkong sent a telepathic message.
"If I had this method, I wouldn't have to travel around the world, alas~"
There was a hint of loneliness in the voice transmitted by Monk Zhenkong.
Back then, he was also a martial arts genius. The masters in the temple had high hopes for him, hoping that he would one day become a master and spread Buddhism.
Unfortunately, he accidentally learned the true teachings of Tantric Buddhism and gained an "enlightened mind". He was unwilling to cultivate good fortune for the next life, but only sought to become a Buddha in this life and transcend the world.
The result is self-evident.
He had achieved perfection in his acquired self-cultivation at the age of fifteen. He was extremely talented, but he had been unable to make a breakthrough. After two or three years, there was no progress. After four or five years, the monks in the temple were extremely disappointed.
As a last resort, Monk Zhenkong had to travel around the world, claiming to be looking for a breakthrough opportunity. In fact, he could not go back.
I will never see my master, brothers or junior fellow apprentices again. From then on, I wander around the world as a lonely wandering monk.
Qiu Zhen didn't know about Monk Zhenkong's past, but from his long sigh, he could guess what Monk Zhenkong had experienced.
Not long after, a clear and beautiful voice was transmitted from the [Miro Palace].
"I specialize in swordsmanship, not only the art of controlling a sword, but also martial arts swordsmanship. Without using any magic, I can kill ordinary innate martial artists with my sword. It's a pity that I can't hide my identity. One or two moves may not reveal my true strength. If we really fight, anyone with a discerning eye will quickly see through our identities as immortal cultivators."
Qiu Zhen was secretly a little surprised.
Immortal cultivators cultivate both their body and soul, and their physical bodies are not weak. However, in a martial arts fight, under the same conditions, they are still not as domineering and powerful as innate martial artists who gather the energy of gods and demons.
Fairy Yunrou was able to win the fight, which shows her amazing talent in swordsmanship.
It’s a pity that even though she has this martial power, she dare not use it on a normal day, and she always claims to the outside world that she is “struggling to reach the innate level.”
"Over the years, I have been looking for ways to cover it up, and I do have some clues."
"Fairy Yunrou, please give me some advice!"
Qiu Zhen and Monk Zhenkong both became interested.
“The ancient talisman lineage widely practices the [Summoning and Combining Generals Method]. When refining Qi, one can imagine the names and appearances of the gods and generals in heaven, combine one’s own Qi with the Qi of heaven and earth, and combine one’s own spirit with the spirit of heaven and earth, and then one can refine one’s own general.”
"This divine general is formed by the combination of the pure and turbid qi of heaven and earth. With this divine general, from the outside world's perspective, he is no different from today's martial arts masters. As long as it is not a life-and-death fight, even if he is forced to use magic, I'm afraid he can cover it up."
There is actually such a method!
Qiu Zhen was delighted, but soon frowned slightly.
If there is such a method, why does Fairy Yunrou sound a little frustrated?
"Fairy Yunrou, if that's the case, why do you sound so depressed? Is it because the method is hard to find, or is it hard to practice?"
"I have already mastered the method."
Fairy Yunrou sighed slightly:
"It's a pity that the path of summoning and refining generals is not feasible. Just like the decline of the talisman lineage, to practice this method, one needs the [Fa Lu] granted by the Heavenly Court. Without the proper [Fa Lu], the legendary Heavenly Court's approval, this method of refining generals is a castle in the air."
Sure enough it's not that simple.
Qiu Zhen sighed in his heart, feeling quite regretful.
He was aware that the talisman tradition was in decline.
In fact, although the [Qingwei Dan Jue] he is currently practicing is a technique for practicing inner alchemy, the Qingwei lineage is a serious lineage of talismans, practicing both inner alchemy and talismans.
The core of the talisman tradition is the [magic talisman].
The Heavenly Court has bestowed upon you the [Dharma Scrolls], and you will become a reserve member of the Heavenly Court, a Taoist who truly "enforces justice on behalf of Heaven", and a judge who enforces the law on behalf of Heaven. As long as you have a legitimate reason, you can rely on the [Dharma Scrolls], cast spells to summon heavenly soldiers and generals, subdue demons and eliminate monsters, and have omnipresent magical powers.
Without the [Magic Talisman], many of the powerful magic spells of the Talisman lineage became ineffective and could not be practiced, and the Talisman lineage completely declined.
Qiu Zhen was very determined and was not disappointed. He said:
"Fairy Yunrou, I wonder if you can teach me your [Summoning and Refining Generals Technique]. What do you need in exchange? Pills, magical herbs, or magical skills."
"If you want, I will teach you. There is no need for a deal. If you figure out something, just share it with us."
Although Fairy Yunrou said this, she did not hold out any hope at all.
The core of "The Method of Refining Generals" lies in "generals" and "talismans". If this method can be perfected, the Taoist talisman lineage will not decline completely.
Fairy Yunrou sighed and soon stopped talking. She changed the subject and asked:
"Monk, Qingwei, for us, improving our cultivation is the most important thing. There are many immortals in the mountains. I have a clue. Do you two want to go?"
(End of this chapter)
