"Finally, a breakthrough!"
Han Xuanji murmured to himself, feeling not excessive joy, but only a calm that came naturally.
He knew that such a breakthrough speed would be considered astonishing in Thousand Souls City or even the entire Nine Mysteries Prefecture. It would not be surprising for ordinary cultivators of the Dao of Principle to take thousands or even tens of thousands of years to break through from the fourth level of the Eternal Dao Master to the fifth level.
After all, improving one's cultivation level is often easy, but condensing powerful Dao Principles is not easy, and mastering these Dao Principles is even more difficult.
He achieved this in just three years, a speed that seems like a gift from heaven, but in reality, it was all due to the accumulation of foundation and resources.
The heavenly materials and earthly treasures he obtained from the Purple Soul Grotto-Heaven each contained a massive amount of pure energy. Combined with the efficient conversion of the Star Soul Secret Canon and the perfect compatibility of his own powerful physique, this allowed him to achieve such an incredible cultivation speed.
"If it weren't for these treasures, I could never have progressed so quickly."
Han Xuanji thought to himself, tapped his finger to bring up the system panel, and his gaze fell on the Eternal Point Count column, a hint of satisfaction flashing in his eyes.
Over three years, he steadily gained 1 Eternal Point Count every day, and now he has accumulated a total of 1200 Eternal Point Count.
Even if the Five Elements Pavilion requires more points, he feels it's enough.
Looking at the remaining treasures in the System Space, Han Xuanji sighed.
"Once you break through to the fifth level, the effectiveness of these treasures diminishes considerably."
Han Xuanji shook his head slightly. The thirty sign-ins he had made in the Purple Soul Grotto-Heaven had mostly yielded rare and heavenly materials and earthly treasures to the Star Dao. Now that he had condensed the Star Dao Principle and his cultivation had broken through to the Eternal Dao Master Fifth Layer, these remaining Star-type treasures were becoming less and less helpful to him. At most, they could only be used to assist in breaking through realms, and could no longer provide him with a qualitative improvement like before.
"Hopefully, my check-ins at the Five Elements Pavilion and other places imbued with Daoist essence will yield treasures related to the Dao Principles of the Five Elements, Yin and Yang, and life and death. Ideally, I'd like rewards with even more powerful attributes."
After arriving in the Eternal Continent, apart from the Mystic Heaven Creation Physique and the Eternal Dao Heart, the many entries that Han Xuanji had previously signed in had become less and less effective, to the point that they could be considered negligible.
"Set off."
Han Xuanji put away the system panel, stood up, and stretched his limbs.
For three years he sat still, yet his body showed no signs of stiffness. The power of the stars not only tempered his soul but also elevated his physique to a new level.
This is also a major advantage of the Dao of Principle cultivation. It is difficult, but it has few shortcomings. Both the physical body and the soul will become stronger by comprehending the power of heaven and earth, and the upper limit is extremely high.
Han Xuanji glanced at the message on the communication jade talisman. Sure enough, Hun Qianling had already arranged everything for him. He only needed to go to the Five Elements Pavilion and find an elder named Fang Xuanhe.
This person has a good personal relationship with an elder of the Soul Household, so we can arrange for him to be admitted to the Five Elements Pavilion.
"It seems staying with the Soul Household isn't so bad after all."
Han Xuanji picked up the jade talisman to send a message of thanks, then tidied his appearance and left the cave abode, heading south towards Thousand Souls City.
The Five Elements Pavilion is located in the Thousand Souls City. It is a sect power that is built directly in the city, a model that is extremely common in the Eternal Continent.
While locating the sect headquarters in the city may impose some restrictions on it due to city rules, preventing it from expanding recklessly or waging wars, it offers a high level of security.
After all, if a sect's stronghold is built in the wild, although there are not many restrictions, it is extremely easy to be attacked by ferocious beasts or by enemy forces, and it could be destroyed if not careful.
Within the city, one only needs to pay a fee according to the rules to develop peacefully under the city's protection. For a force like the Five Elements Pavilion, which lacks a powerful Sage to oversee it, this is undoubtedly the best choice.
Before long, Han Xuanji arrived outside the Five Elements Pavilion.
From afar, the Five Elements Pavilion appears magnificent, constructed entirely of crystals of five different colors, corresponding to the five elements of metal, wood, water, fire, and earth. The tower is layered upon layered, countless in number, and one can vaguely see the five kinds of spiritual light flowing and intertwining between the towers. One can feel the rich aura of Principle from a distance.
The area in front of the building was bustling with people. Most of those coming and going were disciples of the Five Elements Pavilion dressed in uniform, as well as many visiting cultivators who came to become disciples, seek guidance, or exchange items.
Han Xuanji slowed his pace and walked slowly towards the gate of the Five Elements Pavilion Tower.
His gaze swept over the cultivators coming and going, and he secretly observed them. He discovered that most of the disciples recruited by the Five Elements Pavilion were cultivators who practiced the Dao of Principle, and all of them were inclined towards the Dao of the Five Elements metal, wood, water, fire, and earth.
Of course, very few people can truly master the Five Elements Dao Principle theory. Most disciples choose to master one of the Five Elements or combine two of them. To achieve the unity of the Five Elements is as difficult as ascending to heaven.
His purpose in coming here was to use the Dao essence of the Five Elements Pavilion to comprehend the Five Elements Dao Principle. If he could condense and integrate the Five Elements Dao Principle, he would have taken another big step toward breaking through to the Eternal True Lord level.
At first, most of the disciples and cultivators coming and going only glanced at him briefly and did not pay much attention. After all, many outside cultivators came to the Five Elements Pavilion every day. Han Xuanji concealed his aura and looked no different from an ordinary Eternal Dao Master cultivator, so he naturally did not attract attention.
But soon, Han Xuanji's actions attracted everyone's attention.
When he arrived at the gate of the Five Elements Pavilion, the disciples guarding the gate immediately stepped forward, their expressions respectful yet measured.
"Fellow Daoist, are you here to seek apprenticeship and guidance, or do you have other important business?"
The Five Elements Pavilion has strict rules and treats visiting cultivators with great courtesy. Throughout its history, it has prioritized peaceful development and strictly forbids its disciples from showing off their power, for fear of causing any serious trouble.
After all, Thousand Souls City full of hidden talents, and you might inexplicably offend someone you shouldn't one day.
Without further ado, Han Xuanji produced a token bearing the identity of the Soul Household.
"I was introduced by the Soul Household to the Five Elements Pavilion to find Elder Fang Xuanhe."
Upon seeing the Soul Household's token, the gatekeeper's expression instantly became even more respectful, and he quickly stepped aside to bow.
"So you're a distinguished guest introduced by the Soul Household! My apologies!"
The Soul Household is a top-tier power in Thousand Souls City, and the Five Elements Pavilion naturally dared not offend them, especially since the Soul Household had recommended Han Xuanji. They immediately treated him as an honored guest.
" Elder Fang is inside the building. I can lead the way."
The gatekeeper disciple regarded Han Xuanji as an honored guest and immediately got up to lead the way.
Han Xuanji nodded slightly and followed the gatekeeper disciple, slowly stepping into the Five Elements Pavilion.
This scene has aroused the curiosity of many people.