The Cultivation Technique "Profound Yellow Heart Refining Art" Took Action

Aboard the Flying Skiff.

The atmosphere of their discussion was at its peak.

Jiang Li continually expounded on his insights into the Sword Dao.

These insights came from the spell art "Dragon Slaying Sword." He knew how, but not why—like a sniper holding a Barrett, able to wield the weapon perfectly yet unaware of how it functioned.

Yet as he spoke, he gained a deeper understanding of those enlightenment-like insights.

Gradually, he began to fully integrate them.

Below.

Shen Lin listened as though intoxicated, sometimes suddenly enlightened, sometimes frowning, sometimes positively beaming.

At some point, Murong Qing had also walked over.

She stood there quietly.

A thoughtful look appeared in her clear eyes.

Her aura was rising; the chill around her lessened, while her sharpness increased.

She had clearly gained some insight.

That was right.

Murong Qing used a sword as well.

She simply did not specialize exclusively in the Sword Dao.

Yet her Sword Dao realm had still reached the level of Sword Qi Transformation.

What Jiang Li was explaining now was no different from imparting the Dao.

She benefited immensely.

It was not until two hours later.

That this discussion, initiated by Shen Lin and led by Jiang Li, officially came to an end.

Shen Lin woke as if from a dream.

There was a trace of regret in his eyes.

As though he felt it still was not enough.

The sponge in his brain could still be squeezed a little more, could still absorb a little more experience.

"Brother Jiang, can I listen to you impart more Sword Dao experience in the future?"

Shen Lin looked eagerly at Jiang Li.

He felt ashamed of his earlier overestimation of himself.

This was a towering Buddha.

Why would he need Shen Lin to impart any experience to him?

This so-called discussion was merely Jiang Li unilaterally imparting Sword Dao experience to him.

And because what Jiang Li taught was too profound, Shen Lin had even needed him to explain simpler insights.

The gap between them was as vast as that between a gold-medal lecturer and an average student.

Jiang Li smiled faintly.

"There will be opportunities."

Teaching the Dao could help him digest the insights brought by his Sword Dao realm more quickly.

That was a good thing.

He could completely hold a session every so often.

"Then Brother Jiang, you must save me a spot. I'm one of your first sword fans."

Shen Lin did not find it awkward in the slightest.

There was even a hint of flattery in his words.

Fang Shi, the burly man in leather armor, could not stand watching any longer. He said quietly, "Isn't that laying it on too thick? He's only a mid Qi Refining stage disciple. Comprehending Sword Qi Transformation should already be his limit. You're a Spirit Transformation seedling who often listens to Transformation Class instructors—could your Sword Dao insights really be inferior to his?"

Shen Lin shook his head. "That's not it."

"That's more like it..."

Before he could finish speaking.

Shen Lin added, "Comparing my Sword Dao attainments to Brother Jiang's would simply be insulting Brother Jiang."

Fang Shi: ...

Looking at Shen Lin's expression, he lost confidence.

His voice was dry. "Is his Sword Dao attainment really that impressive?"

Shen Lin lowered his voice and said with utter conviction, "I suspect Brother Jiang has already reached the realm of Sword Aura Manifestation. That's why he gives me the feeling of an uncrossable chasm."

"What!? Sword Aura Manifestation? You're not joking, are you? How could a Qi Refining stage disciple possibly comprehend Sword Aura Manifestation? Even an Innate Sword Body would only be so much, wouldn't it?"

Fang Shi did not believe it one bit.

As Transformation Class disciples, every one of them was a genius among geniuses within the Heavenly Mystery Holy Land, a Spirit Transformation seedling entrusted with great expectations. Yet even they could not possibly comprehend the second great realm of a Sword Cultivator while still in the Qi Refining stage.

"Believe it or not. In any case, my instincts can't be wrong. Brother Jiang is absolutely a one-in-ten-thousand Sword Dao genius, someone who can stand shoulder to shoulder with an Innate Sword Body."

Shen Lin directly transformed into a Jiang Li fanatic.

He lavished Jiang Li with praise.

His words were sincere.

Every sentence came straight from the heart.

Over on the other side.

Li Xi, the young woman in green, also moved closer to Murong Qing and asked curiously, "Senior Sister Murong, is Senior Brother Jiang's Sword Dao attainment really that high? High enough for you and Senior Brother Shen to treat him so seriously?"

Murong Qing thought carefully for a moment. "Very high. More importantly, when he imparts Sword Dao experience, he analyzes his insights from a beginner's perspective. Even the teaching elders cannot do that. I think he could actually teach in the Transformation Class."

Li Xi's little mouth formed an O.

Teaching as an instructor while still a disciple was an exceedingly high evaluation.

Those capable of such a thing were without exception elders at the Golden Core stage or above.

Was this really not a case of beauty lying in the eye of the beholder?

For a time.

The Flying Skiff fell completely silent.

The gazes of the six Transformation Class geniuses all focused on Jiang Li.

Their thoughts churned endlessly.

As for this.

Jiang Li was somewhat helpless as well.

He truly did not want to become famous.

It was just that...

The moment he casually showed a little ability, this group of geniuses was utterly won over.

It gave him the feeling that what he took for granted seemed miraculous to outsiders.

Under such circumstances, unless he hid in his Cave Residence and cultivated without ever coming out, he would draw attention no matter what.

Jiang Li thought, Sooner or later, being too famous will expose my Undercover Identity.

Perhaps he should not think about how to hide, but instead create conditions where, even if his Undercover Identity was exposed, no one would believe he was an undercover agent.

Time moved on.

In the fourth hour after their departure, the Flying Skiff arrived at Long River County, a county-level town of Frostfeather City.

Murong Qing formed a hand seal and put away the Flying Skiff.

"Three kilometers ahead lies a secret stronghold of the Yin Puppet Sect. To conceal it from prying eyes, the stronghold was built within Mortal Manor. Security is tight, and disciples of the demonic sect patrol both inside and outside. We need to silence those patrolling disciples in the shortest possible time."

"Understood."

The six answered.

Although their combined strength was enough to take this stronghold by force, it would create further complications and lead to unforeseen changes.

A sneak attack was the best strategy.

However...

When the group approached, an unforeseen development occurred.

A formation appeared out of thin air around the vast outer perimeter of Mortal Manor, enveloping the entire estate.

It gave off a hazy, indistinct feeling.

"There's a formation here too?"

Shen Lin knitted his brows.

"Can you tell what kind of formation it is?"

Murong Qing asked.

Li Fu, one of the twins, looked at it for a few moments and said confidently, "It's an Illusion Formation. It can trap even Foundation Establishment cultivators. Unless someone inside leads you in, you'll lose your way within it."

"Can you break it?"

"I can, but I need to observe it from close range, or forcefully break the formation. But that would cause quite a commotion."

Upon hearing this.

The group was all at a loss.

The only option before them was a frontal assault.

Murong Qing said nothing and merely canceled the original plan.

She was the team leader.

She had to ensure everyone's safety.

At that moment.

Jiang Li suddenly spoke. "There's no need to cancel the plan. I'll go in alone and open the formation from the inside."

At those words.

All six were startled.

They looked at Jiang Li in confusion.

What nonsense was he talking about?

What did he mean, going in alone?

Was he seeking death?

That was a demonic sect stronghold. Once discovered, death would be the only outcome.

"No."

Murong Qing refused coldly.

Jiang Li had grievances he could not voice. He did not want to stand out so much either, but...

The cultivation technique "Profound Yellow Heart Refining Art" is restless. We cultivators, even if we must feed our bodies to demons, what is there to fear? Destroying a demonic sect stronghold is a duty we cannot shirk.

The cultivation technique "Profound Yellow Heart Refining Art" was about to take over his body.

With the nature of this technique, choosing to venture in alone was inevitable.

Since he could not stop it, he might as well suggest it himself, so the others could provide support.

As for his safety, to be honest, he was not overly worried.

After all.

During Cultivation Technique Hosting, the Shield of Justice was a perpetual-motion machine.

Even if one was broken, the next could seamlessly take its place.

Children and grandchildren without end.

"I'm confident. You only need to carry out the original plan the moment the formation opens."

Jiang Li said seriously.

Seeing that Jiang Li had made up his mind, the others were deeply shaken.

They all looked toward Murong Qing.

Murong Qing's face was cold, her lips pressed together. "Fine. But you must take this. Crush the Jade Pendant, and I'll immediately choose a frontal assault."

As she spoke.

Murong Qing handed over a Snowflake Jade Pendant.

Li Xi, the young woman in green, also took out a spirit artifact shaped like a turtle shell.

"Senior Brother Jiang, this turtle shell can block three attacks from Foundation Establishment cultivators. Use it without worry. It doesn't matter if it breaks."

Li Rong, one of the twins, scratched his head and handed him a talisman. "Junior Brother Jiang, this is a Diamond Talisman. It can likewise block attacks from Foundation Establishment Realm cultivators. Just stick it onto your body, and it will automatically protect its master."

Shen Lin and Fang Shi patted their chests and said, "Don't worry, Brother Jiang. The moment you crush the Jade Pendant, we'll break through this damned formation within two minutes and rush in to join you."

Jiang Li: No, why are you making it sound like I won't be coming back?

He accepted these treasures.

And thanked them for their goodwill.

Doggie, it's your time to shine.

Jiang Li muttered inwardly.

The next second.

A cold system notification sounded.

Ding, the cultivation technique "Profound Yellow Heart Refining Art" began to take action.