Spirit Guiding Seed in Spirit Field Valley

Qin Haoxuan's face flushed as many eyes fell upon him. Despite his maturity for his age, he was still a young man full of vigor, and quite shy.

Similarly, Xu Yu, his cover blown, lowered his head and walked off the testing platform, his face reddening all the way to his neck.

It was fine before his identity was revealed, but now, recalling sleeping entwined with the stranger Qin Haoxuan all night, and knowing that quite a few people were aware of it, he wondered how he would ever face anyone again.

As soon as Xu Yu stepped off the testing platform, he was immediately surrounded by disciples eager to curry favor. He was startled by the scene and fumbled, casting a pleading glance at Qin Haoxuan, the only familiar face.

Still blushing, Qin Haoxuan quickly pushed through the crowd, shielding Xu Yu behind his broad, strong back. Looking at Qin Haoxuan's tall, sturdy back, Xu Yu felt a great sense of peace. Qin Haoxuan always gave her a sense of security that others lacked, unrelated to her talent or strength.

Hiding behind Qin Haoxuan, Xu Yu once again drew much animosity for him. Those who wanted to approach Xu Yu now hated Qin Haoxuan without reason. Qin Haoxuan paid no mind to the hostility and ill will in others' eyes, as these were the very things that fueled his journey to become stronger.

Just then, Li Jing also approached, dispersing the disciples surrounding Xu Yu. He cupped his hands with a smile, "Junior Sister Xu, I was blind yesterday. I never expected the small and thin Junior Brother Xu to actually be a charming young lady. Please forgive me if I offended you."

"Congratulations, Junior Sister Xu. You no longer have to fear being bullied by certain people, nor worry about someone stealing your blanket at night," Zhang Kuang's cold voice came from behind Li Jing. "However, Junior Sister Xu should still draw a clear line with Qin Haoxuan. You are a supreme Purple Seed, while my fellow townsman here is merely a Colorless Weak Seed. The difference is like heaven and earth. If you get too close, people will think he's riding on a woman's coattails! He's a man who cares a lot about his reputation."

Li Jing's expression immediately soured. Zhang Kuang, true to his name, dared to provoke him so directly and mock Qin Haoxuan so impatiently. However, beneath his arrogant demeanor lay a cunning side; he saw that Li Jing intended to win over Xu Yu and immediately came to disrupt things.

At this moment, the Sect Master, True Lord Huang Long, announced from the stage, "The final test for this year's new disciples concludes here. Regardless of the strength of your Immortal Seed, I hope you will remain humble and diligent in your studies, otherwise even the best talent will be wasted. You will now begin a three-month introductory training period. These three months will determine your fate for life!"

With that, several elders led the two hundred new disciples onto a large, fully enclosed Immortal Cloud Carriage, heading to a place called Spirit Field Valley.

Emperor Huang Peak, Sect Master's Hall

All the high-ranking officials of Taichu were gathered.

True Lord Huang Long rested his hands on the armrests of his grand chair, his expression grave. "Everyone, regarding the matter of the Purple Seed today, please return to your respective halls and ensure the news is contained. If this information leaks beyond the sect gates from any hall, and Taichu is destroyed, none of us will have the face to see our ancestors."

The others nodded one after another. The previous atmosphere of vying for disciples had vanished, replaced by solemn expressions. They all knew that the Purple Seed was no trivial matter. If the ancient sects were to find out... they would likely attack the mountain in an instant. While Taichu could still inflict some damage on an ancient sect, it would surely be annihilated. Those were... terrifying existences that had survived the tribulations of ten thousand years.

The Immortal Cloud Carriage soared into the sky, breaking through the clouds halfway up the mountain.

"Because three of you have produced Purple Immortal Seed disciples, the Sect Master has granted you the privilege of viewing the entirety of Emperor Huang Peak. Emperor Huang Peak secretly aligns with the Heavenly Dao; this is a rare opportunity, so you may study it carefully!"

After the elder's announcement, the sealed windows of the Immortal Cloud Carriage slowly opened. Several elders made hand seals, projecting streams of Spiritual Qi. The protective mountain array guarding the main脉 of Emperor Huang Peak was activated, and the mist lingering in the air dispersed.

Even the well-traveled and noble Third Prince Li Jing showed a look of excitement. The layout and scenery of Emperor Huang Peak were infused with the insights into the Heavenly Dao of generations of ancestors, secretly aligning with the Great Dao. Even a glance was a profound cleansing for one's state of mind. This was a reward granted only to disciples who had made significant contributions to the sect.

Thanks to the three Purple Seed disciples, over a hundred other disciples, who might never have had the chance to see the full view of Emperor Huang Peak, also benefited. If they could grasp even a fraction of it, it would be immensely helpful for their future cultivation. Even if they couldn't understand anything, this experience would be excellent material for bragging rights.

The Immortal Cloud Carriage flew smoothly and steadily through the air, offering a panoramic view of Emperor Huang Peak. The various buildings, arranged in a well-ordered fashion, and the growth of every blade of grass and tree were so natural and perfectly placed that it was breathtaking. Many distracting thoughts and worldly concerns vanished, replaced by a benevolent and compassionate demeanor befitting a sage.

While laymen might see a spectacle, experts would see the underlying principles. Several elders meditated with focused minds, their legs crossed, contemplating the Great Dao. Even as elders, opportunities to view the entire Emperor Huang Peak were rare. As for the new disciples, apart from a few with exceptional comprehension, most were captivated by the scenery, which was as beautiful as a fairyland. The views from the pavilions halfway up the mountain were already stunning to these new disciples, let alone Emperor Huang Peak, shrouded in immortal energy.

The azure sky was like a mirror, clean without a trace of clouds. A gentle breeze blew, and occasionally, cranes would gracefully fly past the Immortal Cloud Carriage. Compared to the excited shouts of the new disciples, it remained calm and elegant.

Emperor Huang Peak seemed to have its summit sliced off by a giant axe. The peak was a vast, flat expanse, upon which stood the Taichu Treasure Hall, the object of longing for all in the Xianglong Kingdom. It covered over a thousand acres, immense and majestic, exuding unparalleled grandeur, with the sounds of bells and Daoist incantations echoing endlessly.

Below the Taichu Treasure Hall, numerous buildings and courtyards, even more exquisite and grand than those halfway up the mountain, were built along the mountain's contours, layered upon each other, appearing and disappearing amidst towering ancient trees. Those who could enter these areas were undoubtedly the senior experts and core disciples of the Taichu Sect.

The Immortal Cloud Carriage moved at high speed, circling Emperor Huang Peak once before descending into a valley behind the peak.

Spirit Field Valley, as the name suggests, was a valley rich in spiritual energy. It was like fertile soil, where new disciples, generation after generation, began their journey of cultivation, planting Immortal Roots, and growing into talented individuals.

Qin Haoxuan's batch was no exception. In a meticulously constructed schoolhouse, under the expectant gazes of two hundred new disciples, a middle-aged man dressed as a scholar gracefully appeared before them.

"I am your Enlightenment Immortal Master, Elder Chu Cai of Spirit Field Valley. For the next three months, you will learn spiritual techniques and plant your Immortal Roots here in Spirit Field Valley. Disciples who successfully break through the Seed stage and sprout into seedlings, reaching the Immortal Seedling Realm within these three months, will be specially cultivated by the sect, possibly even directly entering the inner sect and becoming disciples of the four main peak masters. Furthermore, the sect's support stipend will increase from two hundred taels per year to four hundred taels per year. If you cannot sprout within three months, you will be assigned work, starting as a menial disciple."

Elder Chu spoke directly, then distributed a grey pill, the size of a longan and containing dense spiritual energy, to each person.

"You are all mortal now and cannot perceive the pure spiritual energy of heaven and earth. If you proceed conventionally, even disciples with excellent comprehension would need at least a month to sense the existence of spiritual energy. To accelerate the process of guiding spiritual energy into your bodies, you will each receive one Spirit Guiding Pill daily for the next three months. This will allow you to instantly sense spiritual energy. As for how long it will take to guide spiritual energy into your bodies, that depends on your own fortune. Remember, after taking a Spirit Guiding Pill, its effects last only half an hour. If you fail, you can only try again tomorrow!"

"Guiding spiritual energy into your body tests your Dao heart and aptitude. Remember to remain calm and patient, and do not be arrogant or restless, otherwise you will not succeed! Remember, remember!"

After explaining the method for guiding spiritual energy into the body and repeating his admonishments, Elder Chu lit a long stick of incense.

This incense served to calm the mind and also acted as a timer, killing two birds with one stone.

Finally, it was time to cultivate. The two hundred excited new disciples each chose a spot, sat down, calmed their minds, and swallowed the Spirit Guiding Pills. Whether it was for the four hundred taels of annual support or the chance to become a disciple of one of the four peak masters, everyone was determined to succeed as quickly as possible.

The Spirit Guiding Pill melted in the mouth, turning into a liquid that flowed into the abdomen. Moments later, Qin Haoxuan felt a lightness in his body. The air, previously empty, now diffused with pure spiritual energy from heaven and earth, floating invisibly and colorlessly, bringing a sense of peace and comfort.

Although Qin Haoxuan's body was sensing spiritual energy for the first time, he was no stranger to it. He had sensed it countless times when his soul possessed the little snake.

Even the most barren places had spiritual energy, it was just more sparse. Many spiritual herbs and exotic plants also emitted various types of spiritual energy. The little snake, with its extremely sensitive spiritual energy perception, could detect even the slightest variations, which allowed it to find various spiritual herbs and exotic plants.

While Qin Haoxuan was still immersed in the wondrous sensation of his body sensing spiritual energy for the first time, some of the other new disciples had already begun attempting to guide spiritual energy into their bodies.

"Bang!" A sky-piercing aura erupted from the northwest corner. Li Jing was the first to successfully guide spiritual energy into his body. As royalty, he had received systematic training since childhood, growing up on spiritual pills and medicinal baths. The vitality of his Immortal Seed was undoubtedly the strongest among this batch of new disciples. After taking the Spirit Guiding Pill, his aura surged, and he instantly absorbed spiritual energy into his body, nourishing his Immortal Seed, which trembled slightly and extended a minute root.

After guiding spiritual energy into his body, Li Jing's complexion became radiant, and a subtle spiritual aura emanated from him. His eyes were much more lively than before. Already handsome and refined, he now possessed an even more elegant and imposing demeanor, making people want to approach him yet feel inferior.

Li Jing had already far surpassed everyone else. For the next three months, he would focus solely on guiding spiritual energy into his body, nourishing his Immortal Seed, and urging it to sprout as quickly as possible. This speed astonished the Enlightenment Immortal Master, Elder Chu, whose old face turned red with excitement.

It was said that the current Sect Master, True Lord Huang Long, took the time of a cup of tea to successfully guide spiritual energy into his body. As expected of someone from royalty with a Purple Immortal Seed, he had almost immediately guided spiritual energy into his body after taking the Spirit Guiding Pill, breaking open his Immortal Seed and crossing the first threshold of cultivation.

Elder Chu sighed inwardly. No wonder those supreme sects fought tooth and nail for a Purple Seed disciple. With such powerful aptitude and comprehension, judging solely by the speed of guiding spiritual energy into his body, his future achievements were limitless!

Guiding spiritual energy into the body was the first step in cultivation, breaking open the Immortal Seed and sprouting the Immortal Root. For those with exceptional aptitude, it was as easy as flipping a hand, while it could trap many disciples with weaker seeds at the stage of guiding spiritual energy into their bodies for a long time.

Shocked by Li Jing's display, most of the new disciples opened their eyes, and many exclaimed in admiration. Elder Chu counted carefully; only fewer than ten remained unaffected, their eyes still closed in contemplation. Qin Haoxuan was one of them.

His gaze lingered on Qin Haoxuan for a moment. The young man faintly exuded a spiritual energy that was different from the spiritual energy of heaven and earth. It was very weak but exceptionally pure, much purer than the spiritual energy of Dayu Mountain, at least.

Chu Cai, who had been an Enlightenment Immortal Master his entire life, had never before seen someone who had not yet guided spiritual energy into their body but already exuded such a mellow and pure spiritual energy. It was a pity that the young man's talent seemed very ordinary.

While Elder Chu was still pondering Qin Haoxuan, suddenly, a person next to Qin Haoxuan erupted with the characteristic aura of successful spiritual energy guidance, completely capturing his attention.

This time, it was Xu Yu who guided spiritual energy into her body. After doing so, her complexion became rosy, and a woman's exceptional grace faintly emanated from her. Her bright eyes swept over Qin Haoxuan. Seeing that he was still meditating with his eyes closed and showing no reaction, she ignored the envious and fawning glances of others and closed her eyes to breathe, absorbing spiritual energy to nourish her Immortal Seed, striving to enter the Immortal Seedling Realm as soon as possible.

Even though it was happening right beside him, and under the influence of others' powerful auras and presence, Qin Haoxuan showed no reaction. Judging by his expression and breathing, he was neither anxious due to others' success nor felt inferior. This unshakeable state of mind even earned silent praise from Chu Cai, who lamented only his mediocre aptitude.

Before Elder Chu could sigh again, Zhang Kuang, not far away, also erupted with the characteristic aura of successful spiritual energy guidance, accompanied by a surge of wildness. As the saying goes, "aura arises from the heart."

In less than thirty breaths, three Purple Seed disciples had successively guided spiritual energy into their bodies and broken open their Immortal Seeds.