Continuous Insight into High-Level Arts, Pacifying Barbarians Merit List Opens!
Zhao Xing emerges from the pass! (Two parts combined)
On April 25th, the Nine Ring Mission ended, and Zhao Xing was already Official Seventh Rank, Lower. He no longer served as the Waterways Magistrate Cloud City.
After the Nine Ring Mission ended, he would return to the combat ranks of the Divine Might Army. Xia Jing also returned to the Black Armor Army, but his new appointment had not yet been issued, so he returned to the Ten Yang Grotto-Heaven.
The main purpose was to return to deal with the spoils of war, comprehend the three great secret scriptures, consolidate one's own realm, and learn new high-level techniques.
Long Xiao Aotian Meow also returned, because the Pacifying Barbarians Merit List was about to open, and he also needed to return to the Grotto-Heaven base to make preparations.
Old Chen wasn't at the Grotto-Heaven camp; he had taken on a farming assignment and had already crossed the river.
Ten Yang Grotto-Heaven, Yang City, Arsenal.
"Phew~"
An Arrowfish Flying Boat wobbled and landed in the plaza in front of the Arsenal. There were many airships there, and next to them were piles of treasures. Around the treasures, many people were picking and choosing.
This is the Yang City Armory. You can exchange spoils for items by selling them directly to the Arsenal.
"Have you made an appointment with the appraiser?" Long Xiao asked.
"It's arranged," Zhao Xing nodded. "Look, he's here."
"Da da da~"
A familiar figure galloped towards us from afar.
It was precisely because of the Gao Ming of the Mechanism Master.
"Whoa~" Gao Ming stopped in front of the Bamboo Horse Flying Boat horse. "Zhao Xing, congratulations, you've Regular Seventh Rank."
"It was all by chance." Zhao Xing jumped off the flying boat. "Brother Gao, you came really fast. I just arrived and you're here already."
"Of course, work comes faster when there's something to do." Gao Ming stood on tiptoe, looking around at the Arrowfish Flying Boat. "Wow, brother, you've really struck it rich! The boat is completely full of stuff, Magic Array is operating at full capacity!"
"I just went to the Southern Wilderness to collect some junk," Zhao Xing said modestly. "It's just that there's a lot of it, but it's not actually worth much money."
"Whether it's valuable or not, I'll figure it out myself," Gao Ming said. "You should remove everything."
"Alright." Zhao Xing waved his hand, and a gust of wind entered the cargo hold of the flying boat. Soon, a large number of items flew out of the ship and were piled up on the square.
Before long, a small hill, fifteen meters high, appeared next to the airship.
"Tsk tsk, tsk tsk, how many tribes have you taken down? The styles of the treasures are all different." Gao Ming marveled as he looked them over.
The things Zhao Xing released were numerous and varied in style, which stemmed from the different beliefs of the different tribes.
After looking around, Gao Ming found that the quality was not bad.
Indeed, Zhao Xing is Seventh Grade official, so naturally he would prioritize choosing the best prizes when it comes to challenges.
"Brother, you're being modest. This place has at least 150,000 points!" Gao Ming said, looking at Zhao Xing.
"Only 150,000 points?" Zhao Xing thought he could reach 200,000 points.
But thinking about it, I feel relieved.
In most cases, Military Realm are allowed to dispose of spoils of war at their own discretion without having to hand them over.
Of course, the imperial court didn't just spend money without receiving any income.
Military Realm regulations stipulate that spoils of war must be returned to the Arsenal, and no military Arsenal is allowed to conduct private transactions with merchants or engage in reselling.
The recycling price is set by the Military Realm, and the selling price and the recycling price are different, in order to reduce the cost of war.
Of course, launching a war will still result in losses, but this way the losses will be smaller, and as long as suitable habitable land can be captured, it will still be profitable in the long run.
Of course, the low price is not entirely due to this regulation. As the spoils of war from various armies increase, their recycling prices also fluctuate. In addition, the equipment and weapons manufactured by the Southern Barbarians are generally inferior to those of the Great Zhou.
Take, for example, the 'Earth Dragon Leather Armor' that Gao Ming is looking at right now.
"Although both are Earth Dragon Leather Armor, the one made by the Southern Barbarians has a defense that reaches the Lower Fourth Tier, but its durability is lower than that of the Earth Dragon Leather Armor of our Great Zhou. Ours can withstand 500,000 blows from a fourth-grade weapon, while the Southern Barbarians' armor can only withstand 50,000 blows."
"Counterfeit products are naturally cheaper."
"And this Seven Star Curved Saber, it was forged using a material called water-scarce blue crystal, which is scarce in the Southern Barbarians. They use a substitute, and its durability and power are lower than the standards of our Great Zhou."
"And this one..."
Gao Ming examined the matter very carefully, and even explained it to Zhao Xing in case he didn't understand.
"Brother, it's not that I'm trying to lower the price, it's just that I have to make it clear to you that I don't make any profit in this business."
"Brother Gao, you're too kind. Of course, we're based on the standards of the Arsenal."
The Mechanism Master Gao Ming; it took him more than an hour to finish counting Zhao Xing's spoils and to give a total price.
"Calculated, total recycling price: 165462."
"I've made a list for you. Take a look and see if there are any problems," Gao Ming asked.
Zhao Xing took out the Earth Mirror and saw that there was indeed a message about the inventory of spoils of war.
"No problem."
"That's good. I'll need your help, brother, to get the goods onto this cargo ship," Gao Ming said. "I don't know any Wind Art."
"No problem."
Zhao Xing waved his hand and sent these items to the cargo airship summoned by Gao Ming.
Transaction complete.
I also got 167,000 points.
"These small tribes are still too poor," Long Xiao said lazily. "You risked your life to fight so many tribes, and this is all the money you got."
Zhao Xing nodded; indeed, there weren't many.
Think about when Qi Shan was in power in a region, he embezzled more than three million taels of silver in three years, while 1 point in the Military Realm is roughly equal to 1.5-2 taels of silver.
Zhao Xing has managed to amass over 100,000 points in the past two months, thanks to fighting battles. Otherwise, if he had slowly accumulated them over three years, he wouldn't have been able to embezzle as many as others.
What are your plans?
"Now that I've brought you back, I also need to hone my swordsmanship." Long Xiao stroked his sword. "It hasn't been drawn in a long time. We'll meet again when your official appointment in the army comes through."
"Okay." Zhao Xing nodded and parted ways with Long Xiao.
With 160,000 points in hand, Zhao Xing immediately went to the Four Great Academies the Yang City Ministry of Agriculture to exchange for more entries into the treasure land.
During his two-month internship, he gained new insights into many spells.
Even though the Nine Ring Mission wasn't over, he planned to take some time to return to Ten Yang Grotto-Heaven.
"Currently, among my Time Law, only the Water Drop Art and the Thunder Technique are of high level."
"The Wind Art and Cloud Method have already shown signs of breakthrough, and it's time to revisit the Solar Terms Monument."
Zhao Xing went to the Celestial Timing Academy and purchased one more chance to meditate from the Earth Mirror.
The number of times you can study the 108 Solar Terms Monument is limited. A single ticket costs 50,000 points and has no time limit.
Since he has already completed the training, the discount is gone. However, his ability to earn points has improved, so the discount is no longer relevant.
Upon arriving at the Celestial Timing Academy, Zhao Xing discovered that the guardian of today's Solar Terms Monument was Ge Jinsong.
"Lord Ge, I've come to study the Solar Terms Monument."
Ge Jinsong, who was sitting at the door, was stunned when he heard the familiar voice. "Zhao Xing? You, why are you back?"
"Lord Ge, I have completed the Nine Ring Mission in the Military Realm, so I have returned," Zhao Xing said, bowing.
So fast? Only two months have passed!
Ge Jinsong's lips twitched. "Fine, you can go in."
"Yes."
Zhao Xing Repeat Movement and entered the Hall of Seasonal Phenomena.
Watching Zhao Xing's retreating figure, Ge Jinsong couldn't help but mutter, "I really misjudged him; he's already Regular Seventh Rank!"
"Throughout the entire Ten Yang Grotto-Heaven, he was the fastest Agriculture Official to complete the Nine Ring Mission. Shi Yong was still at the seventh ring..."
Ge Jinsong hadn't paid much attention before, but now that he'd checked, he immediately discovered that Zhao Xing was already Regular Seventh Rank!
"Won't this kid have a higher official position than me in the future? Will I still have to call him Lord Zhao then?" Thinking of this, Ge Jinsong's face turned red, as if he had been slapped in the face again.
Inside the tall and majestic palace, 108 Solar Terms Monument are shrouded in a light mist.
"I now have four Solar Terms Decree, which have reached the Fourth-Turn of the Knowing Realm, namely [Rain Water], [Autumn Equinox], [Start of Summer], and [Start of Spring]. The others have all reached the Third-Turn Knowing Realm."
"From the three Solar Terms Monument, I comprehended three advanced techniques: the Autumn Equinox, I comprehended the Soaring Serpent Transformation; the Start of Summer, I comprehended the Thunder Breaking Illusion Finger; Rain Water, I comprehended the Dripping Water Drop Art."
"Only Start of Spring has not yet comprehended the high-level technique. The [Mist Concealment] technique that he comprehended is already at the mid-level perfection."
"Thunder Breaking Illusion Finger, this self-created high-level technique, also has the prototype of a second form."
"[Heavenly Frost] and [Heavenly Fire] are intermediate-level techniques that I gleaned from [Frost Descent] and [Start of Summer], and they have already reached the intermediate-level perfection."
Upon entering the Hall of Solar Terms again, Zhao Xing was overwhelmed with insights, and for a moment he didn't know which stele to begin his study.
"Let's start with the beginning of Start of Spring and try to break through [Mist Concealment]."
Zhao Xing sat down cross-legged in front of the fifty-meter-high monument commemorating the "Start of Spring" Solar Terms Monument.
The Mist-Hiding Art is one of the life-saving spells in the Time Law, and sometimes it is even more useful than escaping underground.
In certain environments, one may not be able to burrow underground. For example, when one is on the open sea, the Divine Swift Guard will be greatly reduced. Or, in some places where the Earth Vein are completely isolated, such as the "Earth Severing Three Origins Formation" set up by the Engineer School, one simply cannot burrow underground.
"Phew~"
Not long after Zhao Xing looked at the Start of Spring Solar Terms Monument in front of him, a mist spread out and enveloped him completely.
"Huh? What a thick fog!"
Zhao Xing suddenly realized that the stone tablet in front of him had disappeared, and the surrounding area was a vast expanse of white with visibility of only about one meter.
The Bright Eyes Art was completely blocked, making it impossible to see through the fog in front of him.
"Try a different spell."
Zhao Xing activated the [Five Elements Observation] skill. At this moment, the vast white mist before his eyes became like wisps of silk, with dense, thread-like 'qi' filling his vision.
It was this "qi" that hindered his observation.
"Is this the Qi of the Five Elements between Heaven and Earth?" Zhao Xing pondered. "How similar it is to the Qi seen in the Inner Observation of the Five Elements in the Yin Yang True Self Scripture."
The three major sects were never independent, but interconnected. At this moment, Zhao Xing was observing the Five Elements internally and the fog externally, trying to comprehend the [Mist Concealment] technique from different angles, and was immediately moved.
"The Inner Five Elements Heavens, and the outer Five Elements Heaven, are connected and communicated through the Spirit Bridge. Observe Heaven is observing True Self."
"When I used the Mist-Hiding Art before, it was always from the outside in, using the Start of Spring Equinox to cast the spell, but I never tried to use the inner world to respond."
Looking at the wisps of mist before him, Zhao Xing subconsciously mobilized his internal energy to imitate them.
"Phew~"
A white mist emanated from Zhao Xing's body, and he merged into the mist. This was similar to the feeling of Soaring Clouds from the Ground into the clouds, but while the Cloud Method involved rising, the mist formed by the Mist-Hiding Art remained stationary around him.
"Boom!" The mist suddenly spread outwards, rippling in circles, carrying scorching heat waves, and the surrounding area turned dark red.
"Whoosh~" The next moment, the fog suddenly turned from dark red to blue, and then became extremely cold.
As Zhao Xing internally observed the Five Elements and regulated their Qi to resonate with the surrounding mist, the shape and color of the mist constantly changed, sometimes golden, sometimes green, sometimes blue...
After an unknown amount of time, Zhao Xing opened his eyes and smiled.
He glanced at the panel records.
[You have comprehended the Start of Spring Solar Terms Monument Five Elements Mist Concealment '!]
[Five Elements Mist Concealment: Beginner]
[Effect: By merging the body with the Earth's Energy, one can isolate oneself from all detection and mobilize the five elements within the body to produce various effects.]
"The Five Elements Mist Concealment can not only be used to hinder enemies and escape, but also to kill enemies."
"I remember that the secret technique of this method can generate 'miasma', which disrupts the balance of the five elements in the human body, damages the physical mechanism, and achieves the effect of poisoning."
The surrounding fog had dissipated, and Zhao Xing found the Earth Mirror. Then, in the section on spells and secret techniques, he found a spell called [Five Elements Miasma].
"It's quite cheap, only 18,000 points." Zhao Xing immediately placed an order. Compared to "Water Drop Domain," which is a complete set of magical secret techniques, "Five Elements Miasma" emphasizes the method rather than the technique. As long as you master "Five Elements Mist Concealment," casting "Five Elements Miasma" is not as complicated as the Water Drop Art.
"In this way, I will have a fifth high-level law."
Thunder Breaking Illusion Finger, the strongest single-target spell.
Divine Swift Guard is a technique of escape.
The Water Drop Art is an area-of-effect spell.
The Soaring Serpent Transformation is a long- Transformation of Seasons Art.
The Five-Element Mist Shadow serves as a concealment and support skill; after learning the Five Elements Miasma, it can also be used to kill enemies.
"Continue to contemplate."
Zhao Xing then walked back and forth among the 108 Dao Stone.
He had no particular purpose; he simply looked at the changing seasons and the magical patterns on the stone tablet, only stopping when something touched him.
There are relatively few people meditating in the Hall of Seasonal Phenomena, and the place is large enough that one will not be affected by others.
"Um?"
Suddenly, Zhao Xing came to a smaller stone tablet.
The Solar Terms Monument, for [Awakening of Insects].
"Boom!"
As soon as Zhao Xing sat down cross-legged, he immediately sensed something. A clap of thunder seemed to shake his soul out of his body, and the moment he sat down, his scalp tingled.
"Boom!"
When the second clap of thunder sounded, Zhao Xing found himself standing in a patch of loose soil. As soon as the thunder roared, countless insects and beasts crawled out of the ground.
"Boom!"
The ground began to tremble, and a small hill suddenly rose up in front of us, as if something had burst out of the ground.
"Squeak~"
Suddenly, a tree sprouted from the top of the arched hill, swaying and growing ever taller toward the sky.
Upon closer inspection, Zhao Xing realized that this was not a tree at all, but an enormous earthworm!
"This is..."
With a thought, Zhao Xing appeared on the robust earthworm.
"Boom!"
The third bolt of lightning struck the earthworm.
"Click click click~"
The earthworm's fleshy skin began to peel off, revealing a thick layer of black scales.
"Boom boom boom!"
Thunder rumbled incessantly, earthworms chased after the lightning, and countless insects and beasts on the ground convulsed wildly.
Suddenly, a five-colored cloud of energy appeared between heaven and earth, accompanied by lightning. Each time it struck the earthworm, its size and appearance underwent a dramatic change.
Zhao Xing stared intently at the earthworm's changes. When the fourth bolt of lightning struck it, its two antennae fell off, and a sharp horn grew out.
The fifth lightning bolt struck.
"Hiss~"
The gray-black scales on its abdomen suddenly parted, revealing blurry flesh and blood. A multicolored cloud of energy entered it and suddenly sprouted powerful claws.
"Roar!"
After dozens of lightning strikes, the earthworm completely disappeared.
The creature roaring towards the sky is an earth dragon!
"The Awakening of Insects Seasonal Transformation; earthworms transform into dragons."
Zhao Xing watched the process unfold before his very eyes; each lightning strike was accompanied by intense physiological changes.
The five elements within it form vortexes throughout the body, like a meat grinder.
"The three phases of the Awakening of Insects are marked by the first change: earthworms transform into earth dragons. The power of these phases is terrifying."
Zhao Xing closed his eyes.
Sitting atop this earth dragon, I carefully contemplate the dramatic changes that heaven and earth bring to all living beings.
I don't know how much time passed.
When Zhao Xing opened his eyes again, all the strange phenomena around him disappeared.
[Your Awakening of Insects Solar Terms Decree has reached the Fourth-Turn of the Knowing Realm, comprehending the Startling Thunder Transformation Art.]
[Startling Thunder Transformation: High-Level Spell (Beginner)]
[Effect: Can cause alien beasts to advance to the next level, First-Turn Transformation of Seasons Art with a success rate of less than 10%. If the alien beast's element is Earth, the success rate of the Transformation of Seasons Art is doubled. If the spell fails, it will cause irreversible damage to the target.]
"I didn't expect to grasp the second Transformation of Seasons Art so quickly."
"The form of the spell is quite peculiar; it actually uses lightning." Zhao Xing couldn't help but laugh.
The Startling Thunder Transformation is a supplementary method used to raise exotic beasts.
Of course, this needs to be practiced to perfection to be considered a training spell.
If not practiced properly, it will definitely be a deadly spell.
"The advancement of life can be resolved with a single bolt of lightning. No wonder immortals in ancient legends had so many Divine Beast mounts."
"The Startling Thunder Transformation and the Soaring Serpent Transformation are different. The Soaring Serpent Transformation is an external Transformation of Seasons Art of pure destructive power, while internal cultivation can transform one into the legendary Divine Beast Soaring Serpent."
One is mainly used for self-cultivation and killing enemies, and it is aimed at the ultimate goal of change.
One is used to cultivate exotic beasts, which covers a wider range, but the level is not as profound.
"The first clap of thunder at the Awakening of Insects breaks the closure of heaven and earth in the cold winter, and the spiritual energy of heaven and earth is concentrated and released at this moment. That five-colored light ball should be spiritual energy that is a level higher than primordial energy."
"The success rate of nurturing spells is higher in blessed lands, and I'll definitely need them in the future."
After the Pacifying Barbarians War, there were not many battles during Emperor Jing's reign. If Zhao Xing, the Agriculture Official, wanted to be promoted, the only way was to farm and raise horses.
After comprehending the Startling Thunder Transformation Art, Zhao Xing left his seat and continued to wander around the Celestial Timing Hall.
As the guardian of the Solar Terms Hall, Ge Jinsong had been observing Zhao Xing with the Earth Mirror ever since Zhao Xing entered.
His duty is to ensure the safety of those seeking enlightenment during the process, and to detect and save lives if they go Going Berserk or become possessed by demons.
Especially when one begins to comprehend the laws of seasonal changes through the practice of the Solar Terms Decree, the practitioner may be attracted by the newly comprehended spells and involuntarily begin to cast them.
If it's an external projectile, it's fine, as it's protected by Magic Array inside and can't harm anyone else.
However, if Transformation of Seasons Art, that would lead to serious problems.
There was once a genius who, while trying to understand the Solar Terms Monument, turned himself into a donkey.
It took more than half a year, with the help of a powerful person, to turn back.
"He's gotten up again, and in less than three days, he's changed places quite a few times."
"His comprehension is astonishing, he can comprehend spells in such a continuous manner."
Indeed, the 108 Solar Terms Monument are a treasure trove, capable of quickly helping people comprehend them.
But Zhao Xing's comprehension speed is too fast.
"He only served in the field for two months, and such a big change has occurred? Did fighting on the battlefield really help that much?"
Zhao Xing's process of understanding the truth inspired Ge Jinsong to tears.
They wished they could rush onto the battlefield and fight themselves.
"Brother Ge, Lord Ge?!" Cheng Qingming arrived to take over the shift. Seeing Ge Jinsong staring intently at the Earth Mirror, he couldn't help but ask in surprise, "What are you looking at? You seem so engrossed?"
Ge Jinsong turned the Earth Mirror over, revealing a Solar Terms Monument on top and Zhao Xing sitting cross-legged below.
"They're laughing at us. This kid has only been here for three days, and the Solar Terms Monument has trembled multiple times. He must have comprehended at least two high-level spells."
"Only three days... sigh..."
Cheng Qingming: "..."
Half a month later, Zhao Xing left in front of the 108 Solar Terms Monument.
When he came out, he saw Cheng Qingming and Ge Jinsong standing guard at the door, looking at him with strange eyes.
"Lord Ge, Lord Cheng," Zhao Xing touched his face, "Is there something wrong with this humble official?"
He was afraid that he would get too engrossed in his understanding and Going Berserk without even realizing it.
He touched his head, and thankfully, there was no bump or bulge on his head.
"Zhao Xing," Ge Jinsong said, "Have you comprehended a high-level technique?"
"Yes. It was a lucky find," Zhao Xing said modestly.
"Are you running out of points? You've mastered advanced spells, so you'll definitely need to learn more spell techniques," Ge Jinsong said. "Lord Cheng and I can lend you a hand and give you one for free."
Huh? Such a good thing?
Zhao Xing was taken aback.
"How can I possibly accept such kindness from you two esteemed officials?"
Refuse them first, and see what their intentions are before making a decision.
"You deserve it." Cheng Qingming was getting impatient. "It's an honor to receive such a gift from an elder. Tell me quickly. What secret techniques do you need? Lord Ge and I will buy them for you!"
"Is Mashiro a gift for me?" Zhao Xing asked cautiously. "My lords, are there no other instructions?"
"No, we are simply drawn to your talent." The two shook their heads to show their sincerity and good intentions.
Seeing the two of them eagerly offering him points, Zhao Xing was a little confused. This wasn't considered bribery, was it?
That doesn't make sense. There's nothing I can do to help them, and I have no vested interests in them.
"Why not take it if it's free?" After some thought, Zhao Xing readily agreed.
"Thank you both for your patronage. I need to make a purchase..."
Zhao Xing stated his needs, which were not many, just a few tens of thousands of points.
Ge Jinsong and Cheng Qingming immediately placed an order, which was then delivered directly to the Eighteen Locust Willow Courtyard.
Watching Zhao Xing's departing figure, the two exchanged a glance, smiled in unison, and breathed a sigh of relief.
"Heaven Defier, I'm back." At the Eighteen Locust Willow Courtyard, Zhao Xing pushed open the courtyard gate.
"Meow!!" The Mountain Cat darted out and climbed into Zhao Xing's arms, meowing incessantly.
You finally know to come back? The cat's starving!
"How could you be hungry? Didn't I buy you a month's worth of food before I went to meditate?" Zhao Xing stroked the Mountain Cat's head.
Meow~
"What? You finished it in seven days? And then you're starving? I'm impressed, you glutton..."
"Meow!"
"Okay, don't worry, I'll buy you something to eat right away."
Zhao Xing looked around the yard and saw that the Mountain Cat had eaten a lot of the grass they planted; they must be really hungry.
"Da da da~"
Before long, Gao Ming arrived riding Bamboo Horse.
He ran over with a shout, threw his things into the yard, and turned to leave.
"Brother Gao, wait a moment!"
Zhao Xing quickly called out to Gao Ming.
"Brother Zhao, what's the matter?"
Zhao Xing said, "Brother Gao, if you have time, could you please come and deliver some food to the Mountain Cat? I'll buy a month's worth of food, and you can just drop it off every three days. Afterward, I'll give you 50 points as a tip."
Gao Ming laughed and said, "I thought it was something important. Okay."
After saying that, he walked away with a clattering sound.
After resolving the Mountain Cat issue, Zhao Xing continued his cultivation.
After the Celestial Timing Academy, the next one will be the Earthly Advantage Institute.
After deducting 50,000 points, Zhao Xing entered the Earth Vein Hall to meditate.
"The Earthly Advantage Faction's spells, apart from the high-level Divine Swift Guard, include Yin Wind, Rolling Ground Thunder, Five Elements Earth Splitting Art, Earth Treasury Return to Origin, Boundless Earth Palace, which are all only mid-level."
"The Earthly Advantage Faction magic is extremely useful when entering the Southern Wilderness; a single high-level spell is still not enough."
The guardian of the Earth Vein Hall this month is none other than his teacher, Tian Yan.
"Teacher," Zhao Xing bowed.
"Yes, you're here." Tian Yan smiled. "Let's go in. There aren't many people in the Earthly Advantage Hall today."
"Yes."
Upon entering the Earthly Advantage Hall, Zhao Xing went straight to the inner hall.
Inside the inner hall, there is a long gallery of murals that record the Earth Vein of the Nineteen Provinces.
"Each Earth Vein represents a state."
"The state-level Earth Vein are all above level nine."
"The Earth Vein of Pinghai Province are dominated by water veins in the east due to its proximity to the Vast Sea. In the areas near the Southern Wilderness, the soil veins are more abundant."
Zhao Xing's first task was to study the Earth Vein of Pinghai Province, not only for enlightenment, but also to memorize these large Earth Vein, which would be beneficial for the upcoming Pacifying Barbarians War.
On the first day of his comprehension in the Earth Vein Hall, the Rolling Ground Thunder spell was the first to break through.
[Earthly Fiend Thunder: High-Level Spell]
[Progress: Not yet a beginner]
[Effect: Attracts Earthly Baleful Thunder; the exploding lightning ball is accompanied by corrosive fiendish energy.]
"This Nether Thunder Law, he's actually the first to break through."
Zhao Xing looked at the few illusory blue orbs floating in front of him. The blue orbs danced around Zhao Xing, looking neither imposing nor even cute.
"With the combined power of the Boundless Earth Palace and the suppression of Cloud Method, a single explosion can wipe out a large area."
On May 20th, a Yin Wind swept through the Earthly Advantage Hall.
Zhao Xing comprehended another advanced technique.
[The Netherwind of the Fiend: A High-Level Spell]
[Progress: First-Turn]
[Effect: The Yin Wind carries malevolent energy, causing both physical and spiritual annihilation]
"Compared to the mid-level Yin Wind, the Netherwind of the Fiend has an additional Earthly Fiend power, which not only blows away the soul but also has a great destructive effect on the Seven Po of the physical body."
The breakthrough of Yin Wind is First-Turn, because it has the intermediate-level technique as a foundation. As for new techniques like the Transformation of Seasons Art technique, it is still in its infancy, and it has only just grasped the basics.
Zhao Xing then spent another ten days meditating in the Earthly Advantage Hall.
To his surprise, the Gambler's Tactic actually broke through.
[Volcano Art: High-Level Spell]
[Progress: First-Turn]
[Effect: Causes one or more small volcanoes to randomly form on the ground, erupting with Earth Vein fire.]
"Volcano Art." The image that Zhao Xing had just comprehended appeared in his mind: a volcano tens of thousands of feet high erupting, the sky turning completely red, smoke and dust billowing everywhere, the earth completely cracking open, making it difficult to even burrow underground.
"High-level Volcano Art are no longer just about Earth Splitting Art; they're now considered part of 'Mountain Art,'" Zhao Xing thought to himself.
Mountain Art all start at an advanced level and include many categories, such as Mountain Opening Method and Mountain Sealing Spell.
Spiritual Mountain Law, Volcano Art, Snow Mountain Art, and so on.
On June 1st, Zhao Xing entered the Primordial Dao Field again.
All the points I had were used up.
The four spells of the True Self Faction are among the most difficult to master, and Zhao Xing's progress is the slowest.
Aside from its Savage Growth, it's a perfect achievement.
The Barren Condense Essence Art is not yet perfect; it is only at the Nine Turns level.
The [Hundred-Li Essence Analysis Art] only has Seventh-Turn.
The "Nine Dragons Node-Bending Art" only has five levels.
"The requirements are not high. Just reach the intermediate level of the True Self Four Arts and the remaining three principles."
"The True Self Faction magic is the main direction for future development."
If you want to farm, the True Self Faction School of magic is of paramount importance.
"Zhao Xing." Guarding the Primordial Dao Field Great Granary Institute was Lu Bang. "I heard from your teacher that you've already grasped advanced techniques in the Heavenly Timing Earthly Advantage Institute schools, but not yet in the True Self Faction?"
"Yes." Zhao Xing nodded. "The True Self Faction is profound and complex; I find it difficult to even grasp the basics."
Lu Bang was very pleased to hear this, because he was a practitioner of the True Self Faction of magic, and he was naturally happy that Zhao Xing was praising the True Self Faction.
"I see you've gone astray in your True Self Faction of the Esoteric School of magic," Lu Bang said. "I've come specifically to remind you."
Did we go astray? Zhao Xing was taken aback.
"Please enlighten me, sir."
"Your focus on revising the 'Yin Yang True Self Scripture' to analyze the essence of the Five Elements and Yin-Yang is a good idea," Lu Bang explained. "But what rank are you at? You're already thinking of directly pointing to the Great Dao?"
"You have neglected to comprehend the All Things Growth Chart, which is why you find it very difficult to understand."
"The All Things Growth Chart is the form of life. The Yin Yang True Self Scripture is the principle of life."
"Only by combining form and principle can one truly enter the Dao in the art of the True Self Faction."
"You can go to the Primordial Dao Field, but take this picture with you when you go in."
Lu Bang waved his hand, and a scroll flew over from behind him, landing in Zhao Xing's hand.
The scroll felt incredibly heavy.
Zhao Xing's hand sank, and he was extremely surprised.
This is a manifestation of the Tao, and it brings a sense of oppression.
What's going on lately? Why do people keep sending me things?
Lu Bang seemed to see through Zhao Xing's thoughts and laughed, "I'm not like Ge Jinsong and Cheng Qingming. Those two are trying to salvage their reputation by giving you these things."
"This fifth-order rubbing of the All Things Growth Chart was drawn by your teacher at my request, so don't overthink it."
"I see." Zhao Xing suddenly understood, but he still bowed and said, "Thank you for the painting, Lord Lu."
"Go."
"Yes."
Zhao Xing, carrying the scroll, passed through the pale blue vortex and entered the Primordial Dao Field.
Time flies, and it's already June 20th.
Great Granary Institute, Primordial Dao Field.
Long Xiao paced back and forth anxiously.
With the Pacifying Barbarians Merit List already published, the war machine of the Nine Heavens Responding Origin Prefecture has been put into operation.
The Divine Might Army has entered the war effort, but Zhao Xing remains in the Primordial Dao Field.
"Lord Lu, he hasn't come out yet?" Long Xiao asked. "Could you call him?"
"What's the rush?" Lu Bang said calmly. "Is a little combat skill more important than enlightenment? He's at the most crucial moment now. As long as he breaks through in the True Self Faction of magic, what merit will he gain on the battlefield?"
"I..." Long Xiao was speechless. What he said made sense. Sharpening the axe wouldn't delay the work of chopping wood. If Zhao Xing could become stronger, he really wouldn't care about these Heavenly Timing.
"Then I'll come again tomorrow." Long Xiao was about to leave.
"No need to wait any longer." Just then, Lu Bang suddenly called out to Long Xiao, a smile appearing on his face. "He has achieved enlightenment and is coming out."
Happy Dragon Boat Festival! Wishing all test takers the best of luck on their exams!
I'm having a bit of writer's block, so I'm a little late today.
That's all for today. I'll make up for the missed updates after the Dragon Boat Festival.