After explaining the principles and basic theories of cultivation, Ancestor Jin Xi proceeded from the shallow to the profound, discussing matters that required attention during the Qi Refining stage: how to quickly raise one's cultivation, how to swiftly break through bottlenecks, the taboos of Taking Pills, and how to eliminate Pill Poison from the body.
She then spoke of common knowledge, precautions, and key matters of the Foundation Establishment Realm—how to avoid detours, how to lay a solid foundation, and how to increase the chances of breaking through to the Purple Mansion Realm.
Many cultivators listened and were suddenly enlightened.
Even Lu Xuanji was deeply moved as he listened.
Hearing this allowed one to avoid certain lightning pits and great traps.
She then spoke of the Purple Mansion Realm, but this time, her explanation was vague, only giving a rough outline.
When she reached the Golden Core Stage, her explanation became even more concise.
She merely mentioned the Golden Core Ninth Layer, Golden Core Ninth Revolution, Jiazi magic power, and the like.
At last, Ancestor Jin Xi said, "Purple Mansion cultivators may each ask one question."
A Purple Mansion cultivator spoke up. "May I ask, Ancestor, how does one achieve Golden Core?"
"Foundation Establishment has three disasters, the Purple Mansion has nine hardships, and Golden Core has twelve tribulations. When a cultivator reaches the Purple Mansion peak, they must undergo twelve tribulations before becoming a Golden Core cultivator. These twelve tribulations may be understood as the twelve conditions for advancing to Golden Core." Ancestor Jin Xi spoke with an imposing tone.
"First, True Essence must be transformed into magic power. Second, one must accumulate ten Jiazi of magic power. Third, the quality of one's magic power must reach Golden Core First Revolution. Fourth, at least three Minor Divine Powers must