Inside the quiet chamber, a white-haired old Daoist sat cross-legged.
Xuanming first familiarized himself with the divine ability of Samadhi True Fire, then assimilated the God-Sealing Art. After restoring his essence, qi, and spirit, he devoted himself fully to breaking through.
Before that, he flicked his sleeve and sent out the Peachwood Sword. It flew ten thousand miles and pierced a Great Demon’s skull, saving the ever-troublesome Li Zizai and the Spirit Deer, Longevity.
"Master!"
"My lord!"
After their delighted surprise, the man and the demon felt guilty.
They had sneaked out, after all.
Now that they had been caught, they would surely face a harsh punishment upon returning.
Li Zizai and Longevity instantly pulled long faces. Who could have guessed that the winding mountain path would open onto a new vista the very next moment? A voice came from the Peachwood Sword.
"When traveling away from home, act carefully. Guard against impatience and rashness, and do not act impulsively. Observe more, think more, and perform more good deeds. Take my sword with you, but do not use it unless there is absolutely no other choice.
"As for your punishment for sneaking out, that will depend on how you conduct yourselves this time..."
After these brief instructions, the Peachwood Sword flew into Li Zizai's sleeve. Overjoyed, the man and the demon bowed.
"This disciple will remember your teachings, Master."
"This humble demon will remember your guidance, Master."
Inside the quiet chamber, Xuanming's eyelids stirred.
Young eagles had to leave the nest eventually.
They could not shelter beneath his wings forever.
Li Zizai and Longevity now possessed some strength and had learned quite a few Divine abilities. It was time they left him to travel and gain experience.
Only by suffering setbacks could they grow swiftly and learn how high the