Copying Cultivation Methods

Second floor of the library.

Compared to the vast number of miscellaneous books on the first floor, there were far fewer books here, so the arrangement was quite different.

The bookshelves on the first floor were simply filled with books, but here there were no bookshelves at all, only antique-looking book stands.

Each book stand held only one Daoist Book, and each book's cover exuded a unique fragrance, an oil-based scent to prevent insects and decay.

Beneath each Daoist Book was a wooden plaque briefly introducing its content and essence.

Daoist Book: Nine Revolutions of Waves

Synopsis: The cultivator uses a Sea Beast Companion to stir up waves, guiding the power of the tides to form a ferocious attack technique.

After reading the synopsis, there was no need to even flip through the book.

Li Shuidao's Toad Companion could never stir up waves in the ocean; this was a Daoist art that cultivators with giant Sea Beast Companions would need to cultivate.

Daoist Book: Rain Dew Heart Method

Synopsis: By absorbing the essence of rain and dew, the cultivator can enhance their Magical Power, improving their cultivation and combat strength.

Li Shuidao took out this Daoist Book and flipped through it briefly.

This Daoist Book was far inferior to Jade Toad Qi Cultivation Art for him.

Li Shuidao's Companion was a Jade Toad, making Jade Toad Qi Cultivation Art twice as effective with half the effort, while Rain Dew Heart Method would be half as effective with twice the effort.

The path of cultivation valued quality over quantity.

After a cursory glance at Rain Dew Heart Method, Li Shuidao returned it to its place and walked towards the third book stand.

Ice Water Heart Scripture, Blue Water True Skill, Cold Ice Soul Sealing Method, Water Moon Flowing Pearl, Toad Hard Qi Technique...

He walked past several book stands. For some, he only read the synopsis, while for others, after reading the synopsis, he even flipped through the book for a detailed read. Only Water Moon Flowing Pearl and Toad Hard Qi Technique seemed somewhat useful.

Cultivating Jade Toad Qi Cultivation Art and Golden Toad Qi Locking Method every day took up a significant amount of Li Shuidao's time. After all, it was difficult to travel a thousand miles without taking the first step.

Later, he wanted to refine some pills himself to enhance his cultivation, and he simply didn't have that much time to cultivate unrelated Daoist arts.

He had to find Daoist arts that could quickly form combat power and complement his current cultivation methods.

Water Moon Flowing Pearl: The cultivator can control the power of water and moon to cast healing Daoist arts.

The description of water and moon power seemed to complement the move "Jade Toad Gazing at Moon."

Toad Hard Qi Technique: A common cultivation method for Toad Companions in the Five Poisons Sect.

This was a defensive Daoist art, something Li Shuidao lacked.

Li Shuidao pondered for a long time and decided to copy Water Moon Flowing Pearl, abandoning Toad Hard Qi Technique.

Water Moon Flowing Pearl seemed to complement "Jade Toad Gazing at Moon," allowing for a more profound understanding.

That would be like adding another fruit to the tree of Jade Toad Qi Cultivation Art.

Adding another fruit was more convenient than planting a new tree.

Although Toad Hard Qi Technique was a defensive cultivation method, it had too many flaws. It must have weak points and couldn't defend against spells. It was completely ineffective against fire and lightning-based Daoist arts, only excelling at defending against physical attacks, with no other strengths.

On each book stand, there were several blank sheets of Xuan paper and ink brushes. This was for those interested in Daoist Books to copy them themselves.

Li Shuidao picked up a brush, dipped it in ink, and began to write quickly on the Xuan paper.

He meticulously copied, his expression focused, understanding and contemplating as he transcribed...

The white-haired Ninth Uncle came behind him several times, but he remained oblivious.

Night fell...

Ninth Uncle arrived quietly. He gently lit the candle on the table, illuminating Li Shuidao's focused eyes. He took out a steamed bun and placed it on the table.

The aroma wafted out, and Li Shuidao stopped writing and looked up.

Ninth Uncle smiled gently, "Your mother made this by hand, and your father specially brought it over."

Li Shuidao was slightly taken aback. He reached out and took the steamed bun Ninth Uncle offered. Smelling its aroma, a warmth spread through his heart.

The family was still good, and his direct blood relatives treated him with kindness.

Although some rules were inhumane, in the end, they were for survival, for all clan members to better establish themselves in this world.

"Thank you..." Li Shuidao continued copying while taking bites of the steamed bun.

The brush in his hand made a rustling sound. Each page was the crystallization of his hard work, and each character was his pursuit of cultivation.

Finally, after a long night, Li Shuidao completed his manuscript. He carefully bound the copied secret manual into a booklet, transforming from a stack of loose papers into a complete scroll, a testament to his effort and dedication.

"Books on the second floor of the library cannot be taken away, not even handwritten copies. However, your Daoist Book is recorded in secret script, so you can take it. Will you come again tomorrow?" Ninth Uncle inquired.

"I will!" Li Shuidao said decisively.

The next day.

Li Shuidao discovered two more suitable cultivation methods: Ice Heart Jade Water Sword and Clear Pool Sword Dao.

Ice Heart Jade Water Sword: The cultivator fuses the sword with ice-attribute power, transforming the sword into ice, giving it a cold and sharp attack power.

Clear Pool Sword Dao: Through cultivating the Clear Pool Sword Dao, practitioners can grasp the essence of sword dao in water, making their swordsmanship more sharp and allowing them to rise from the water to launch surprise attacks on enemies.

After much deliberation, Li Shuidao still decided to cultivate the Ice Heart Jade Water Sword.

The reason was simple: there weren't many water pools in Black Mountain, and even fewer deep ones, making the terrain difficult to utilize.

The third day.

Li Shuidao was attracted by a spell, the Water Surge Stealth Technique.

Water Surge Stealth Technique: This technique allows one to conceal themselves in water using the power of water, achieving undetectable stealth.

This meant Li Shuidao didn't need to find deep pools; even a shallow stream would suffice. Li Shuidao could use Water Surge Stealth Technique combined with Clear Pool Sword Dao for stealthy ambushes.

Deep pools were indeed rare in Black Mountain, but streams were extremely common.

Li Shuidao kept White Feather Cranes, and the White Feather Cranes would catch small fish by the streams.

He knew exactly where water could be found on Poison Dragon Ridge.

In that case, wouldn't it be great to be a specialist in ambushes, a sneaky sixth man?

Li Shuidao spent two days copying down both the Water Surge Stealth Technique and the Clear Pool Sword Dao.

That's all for now!

In total, Li Shuidao copied four Daoist arts from the second floor of the family library: Water Moon Flowing Pearl, Ice Heart Jade Water Sword, Clear Pool Sword Dao, and Water Surge Stealth Technique.

Jade Toad Qi Cultivation Art was the foundation of his cultivation.

Golden Toad Qi Locking Method was used to conceal his cultivation.

Water Moon Flowing Pearl was for healing.

At the same time, both Golden Toad Qi Locking Method and Water Moon Flowing Pearl were internal breath techniques that could complement Jade Toad Qi Cultivation Art, allowing them to be cultivated together.

Clear Pool Sword Dao + Water Surge Stealth Technique were for killing enemies and escaping.

He would not cultivate Ice Heart Jade Water Sword for now, saving it for later.

Currently, Li Shuidao still had significant weaknesses, lacking Daoist arts for movement and defense.

However, there was no need to rush. After all, the path of cultivation was long. Six months later, upon returning to the sect, his master would still teach him Daoist arts. He couldn't possibly not cultivate them after being taught.

Currently comprehending: Water Moon Flowing Pearl, Clear Pool Sword Dao, Water Surge Stealth Technique.

Just six months was already very tight.

Returning to his family from the Five Poisons Sect, Li Shuidao spent four days transcribing the cultivation methods. During these four days, four new couples had already paid respects to their ancestors and consummated their marriages