Xuan's gaze was calm as he looked at Duobao's pupils, which were slightly constricted due to tension, and he slowly spoke:
" The Path of Hunyuan lies in three points."
" Dao Heart and an iron will."
"Deeply rooted, with a perfect origin."
"To transcend... the Great Dao Tribulation."
He spoke each word clearly and distinctly:
"Your foundation is not bad; you were transformed from Duobao Rat, and your origin is pure."
" The Great Dao Tribulation is a matter for later, and will not be discussed here."
"The key lies in the second point... Your origin, though seemingly pure, is still influenced by the imprint of the Heavenly Dao and is not truly perfect."
Duobao's heart sank.
really...
He cultivated the Shangqing Immortal Method for hundreds of millions of years, and the traces of the Heavenly Dao Laws were already engraved in his Dao Fruit.
To achieve complete perfection and shed the imprint of the Heavenly Dao... how easy is that?
"But..."
Xuandu changed the subject:
"It is not unsolvable."
Duobao suddenly looked up, his eyes blazing with unprecedented hope:
"Please enlighten me Vice Sect Master!"
The Martial Dao Rune in Xuandu's palm shimmered with light and slowly drifted toward Duobao:
"This is a projection of the Martial Dao Origin Rune, containing the True Meaning of tempering the body, Soul Refining, and Root Consolidation of Martial Dao Body Tempering."
"You can also cultivate martial arts, using the Martial Dao True Meaning to Temper Oneself, refine your Dao fruit, gradually peel away the imprint of the Heavenly Dao, and complete your origin."
"Once the foundation is perfected and the Dao Heart is firm, then initiating the Great Dao Tribulation... may be a gamble."
Duobao's breathing became rapid!
Practicing martial arts as well?!
To refine one's own Dao fruit and replenish one's origin with the Martial Dao True Meaning?!
this...
He stared intently at the slowly drifting Chaos Rune, his eyes flashing wildly.
He had witnessed the power of martial arts firsthand.
The Vice Sect Master used martial arts to confront Saints, crippled Laozi, killed Nuwa, Gather Fortune, and proved the Hunyuan... This has already shaken the Great Wilderness.
If one can obtain the Martial Dao True Inheritance, perhaps one can truly... make up for one's shortcomings and embark on that Path of Transcendence!
" Vice Sect Master... this favor... this disciple..."
Duobao's voice trembled, unable to contain his excitement.
Xuandu shook his head slightly:
No need for thanks.
"By teaching you martial arts, I am also helping the Interception Sect to forge a new path."
He paused, his gaze sweeping over the Magic Treasure Embryo and Array Formations on the cave walls:
"You are skilled in Artifact Refining and formations; these are your strengths."
"Martial arts training can also be combined with this."
"Using the methods of Artifact Refining, Body Tempering into a precious treasure; using the principles of formations, one structures the Blood Qi like an array."
"Martial arts is not a dead end; it can integrate all techniques, and that is its true mystery."
Each word was like a sudden awakening, exploding deep within Duobao's mind!
Martial arts... can be integrated into Artifact Refining? Can it be integrated into formations?
Yes!
The Vice Sect Master once used the Chaos Divine Light to break through the Zhou Tian Star Dou Great Array. That divine light contained supreme Martial Dao Will and also faintly revealed the profound mystery of the array's flow!
It turns out that martial arts... is not just about brute force, nor is it simply about physical tempering!
It can encompass, it can evolve, and it can... complement other Great Dao!
"Disciple... understands!"
Duobao suddenly understood; the confusion in his eyes vanished, replaced by an unprecedented clarity and determination!
Without further hesitation, he stretched out his hands and respectfully accepted the Chaos Rune.
The rune settled in my hand, feeling a slight weight on it.
The next moment.
"Boom!"
The vast and boundless Martial Dao True Meaning surged into the depths of Duobao Purple Mansion like Breaching Dam Flood!
The surge of Blood Qi is like the roar of a dragon!
The Muscles and Bones Harmonize, like thunder!
A united will, as solid as a pillar reaching the heavens!
Countless insights into Martial Dao Body Tempering, Soul Refining, battle intent, and breaking limits, surged forth like a tide, imprinting themselves on his Dao Heart!
Furthermore, a Martial Dao Will transcends all laws and is supreme begins to merge with his own Dao Fruit, slowly refining those subtle imprints originating from the Heavenly Dao Laws!
"Well..."
Duobao grunted, veins bulging on his forehead.
Refining the Dao Fruit and removing the imprint is by no means an easy task.
It was like scraping the bone to remove poison, an excruciating pain that pierced the Divine Soul!
But he gritted his teeth and persevered, his eyes growing brighter and brighter!
But it's worth it!
This is the beginning of Transcendence! The first step in breaking free from shackles!
Xuandu sat quietly opposite, his gaze calmly watching Duobao's aura fluctuate violently. The treasure's light and the Chaos Colored Martial Dao Radiance intertwined and rotated, showing faint signs of transformation.
He nodded slightly.
Duobao's foundation is indeed solid, and his temperament is also resilient enough.
The compatibility between him and the Martial Dao True Meaning was even higher than he had expected.
At this rate, it may not be long before Duobao is able to initially integrate martial arts into himself and begin to truly refine his Dao fruit.
"Buzzing..."
Inside the cave, the energy surged and churned.
A full half Shichen passed.
The radiance surrounding Duobao slowly subsided.
He slowly opened his eyes, the precious light in them still shining, but now with a deeper, Chaos Color, and a sharp, sword-like Martial Dao Will was also emerging.
Although the aura did not surge dramatically, the sense of harmony and profoundness originating from the Life Origin was crystal clear!
How are you feeling?
Xuandu spoke calmly.
Duobao took a deep breath, stood up, and bowed deeply to Xuandu:
"Disciple... thanks to the Vice Sect Master for imparting the Dao!"
"The path of martial arts is profound and vast, like the sea. I have only just begun to understand it, yet I feel that the road ahead is already clear and bright!"
"This path... truly can integrate all methods and mend all deficiencies!"
Xuandu nodded slightly.
Now that you have understood, then diligently cultivate yourself.
"Three days from now, in the Biyou Palace, I will gather my Personal Disciple to formally impart the Martial Dao True Meaning."
" Head Disciple, you should set an example."
Duobao nodded emphatically:
"This disciple will certainly not fail the Vice Sect Master's expectations!"
Xuandu said no more and stood up.
"Consolidate it well."
He left behind a sentence, and with a flicker, he disappeared into the cave.
Duobao stood alone in place, motionless for a long time.
He slowly raised his hand, and in his palm, a wisp of Chaos Color Martial Dao True Meaning quietly flowed, merging with the original Jade Purity Immortal Light. There was no conflict whatsoever; on the contrary, they seemed to complement each other.
"Martial Arts... Hunyuan..."
Duobao murmured softly, his eyes shining with an unprecedented brilliance.
That once unattainable and perilous Path of Transcendence...
Now, finally, a glimmer of light has appeared beneath his feet.
Without further hesitation, he turned and sat cross-legged on the jade platform.
He focused his mind Purple Mansion refining and comprehending the projection of the Martial Dao Rune.
Outside the cave, the sea of clouds surged and the sunset glowed.
Deep within the Biyou Palace.
The Sect Leader Tongtian stood atop the palace with his hands behind his back, gazing towards Duobao Peak, a slow smile playing on his lips.
"Here we go..."
He muttered to himself, his eyes gleaming with Sword Intent.
The changes in Duobao's aura naturally did not escape the perception of this Sage.
That new, vibrant aura, imbued with the sharp edge of martial arts, is slowly merging with the original Shangqing Immortal Path of the Interception Sect, giving birth to unprecedented possibilities.
" Xuandu... do you truly intend to... pave a new chapter for the Interception Sect?"
Tongtian slowly raised his hand, and the illusory image of the Qingping Sword silently appeared in his palm.
The sword's blade shimmered with a clear light, reflecting the entire Golden Ao Island, the magnificent spectacle of ten Myriad Immortals Come to Court, and even more so... the ever-shining Martial Dao Light rising from the East Sea Coast.
"If that's the case..."
Tongtian's eyes suddenly sharpened, and his voice rang out like a sword's cry:
"Then This Master... will protect you on your path!"
"Let's see which of these Great Wilderness Saints dares to obstruct my Interception Sect's Path of Transcendence!"
The sound wasn't loud, but it carried an unwavering resolve, quietly echoing in every corner of the Biyou Palace.
The Immortal-Slaying Four Swords hummed softly deep within the palace.
The Sword Intent soared to the sky, tearing through the clouds.