"Now that things have come to this, the most important thing is to increase our strength."
Han Xuanji changed the subject, her tone becoming serious.
"I observe that your cultivation has already reached the Eternal Dao Master Fifth Layer, with a solid foundation. However, you are lacking in Cultivation Method. The inheritances from the outer sect of the Five Elements Pavilion are too rudimentary and do not match your talent."
He took out two Jade Slip from his bosom, placed them on the stone table, and pushed them in front of Li Tiantong.
"These are the ' Star Soul Secret Canon ' and the ' Five Elements Great Dao Secret Canon '."
Han Xuanji said calmly, "The two Cultivation Method complement each other. If you can switch to cultivating these two, your future progress will be much faster than it is now."
Li Tiantong was stunned.
He looked down at the two Jade Slip on the table, picked one up, and probed it with his Divine Sense.
In an instant, a vast Dao essence rushed towards him, ten or even a hundred times more exquisite than any Cultivation Method he had ever seen.
"This... this is..."
Li Tiantong's voice trembled slightly.
Either of these two Cultivation Method would be enough to make a second-rate power go to great lengths to fight for them.
And now, Han Xuanji simply placed it in front of him, as if giving him two ordinary books.
"Fellow Daoist Han, this is far too precious."
Li Tiantong put down the Jade Slip, his expression solemn.
"I have already received too many favors from you, I cannot..."
"Fellow Daoist of Tiantong."
Han Xuanji interrupted him, her tone gentle yet firm.
"When I was in the Immortal Realm, I received your inheritance, which was the highest inheritance in the Immortal Realm and even in the endless Chaos. Why bother with such things?"
He picked up his teacup and took a sip:
"Besides, only by giving them to you for cultivation can their true value be realized. If you feel bad about it, you can help them out more when you have achieved success in your cultivation."
Li Tiantong looked into Han Xuanji's calm eyes and remained silent for a long time.
He recalled the years when he first arrived on the Eternal Continent, when he had to run errands, watch over mines, and do hard labor in order to earn a bottle of Eternal Spirit Liquid.
For a rudimentary Cultivation Method, he had to humbly beg for help and endure ridicule and mockery.
Now, a young man I've just met is offering me two Cultivation Method that would make even Eternal True God envious, without any conditions or demands.
"Fellow Daoist Han..."
Li Tiantong's voice was a little hoarse, "I, Li Tiantong, will forever remember this kindness and gratitude. Words cannot express my thanks, and I will never refuse to help you in the future."
Han Xuanji waved her hand and smiled:
"You flatter me. First, master the Cultivation Method and improve your cultivation level. With your talent and willpower, you'll make a name for yourself sooner or later."
Li Tiantong's ability to attain the position of Dao Venerable in the Primal Chaos, and to survive countless near-death experiences after transcending the mortal realm, demonstrates a level of willpower and perseverance that is unmatched by ordinary cultivators.
Given enough time and resources, it wouldn't be difficult for Li Tiantong to grow.
"You can stay here for the time being. I'll have someone arrange a quiet room for you."
Han Xuanji stood up and walked deeper into the cave abode.
"If you need anything in your spiritual practice, just tell me."
Li Tiantong stood up and bowed deeply.
Thank you.
Han Xuanji waved her hand without turning around.
As dusk deepened, the koi in the pond quieted down, and the surface of the water returned to calm.
From his time of transcendence until now, he has wandered the Eternal Continent for many years, enduring countless scornful looks and cold treatment.
Today, for the first time, he felt that he was no longer alone.
Li Tiantong stood for a while before leaving the main cave abode.
A middle-aged steward in a gray robe had been waiting for some time. He bowed slightly, his attitude perfectly respectful.
"My name is Zhao Boyong, the manager of the Purple Soul Grotto-Heaven."
The middle-aged manager spoke in a gentle tone.
"Young Master Han instructed me to take you to settle in. Please follow me."
Li Tiantong nodded and followed Zhao Boyong.
The two walked along several cobblestone paths, around a rockery, and arrived at a secluded courtyard on the outskirts of the cave abode.
The courtyard was not large, but it was decorated with great elegance and was filled with Spiritual Qi.
"Lord Li, this is your accommodation."
Zhao Boyong pushed open the door to the cultivation room and let Li Tiantong go in and take a look.
"At the beginning of each month, someone will deliver cultivation resources, including Spirit Stone, pills, and Cultivation Method materials—everything you need. If you have any other requirements, please feel free to let us know."
Thank you.
Li Tiantong cupped his hands in a respectful gesture towards Zhao Boyong.
Zhao Boyong quickly returned the greeting, not daring to accept his courtesy:
"Lord Li, you are too kind. Your master's guest is a distinguished guest of the Purple Soul Grotto-Heaven."
Please feel free to stay here. If you need anything, just tell the servants.
If anyone dares to slight you, please tell me.
After he finished speaking, he gave a few more instructions and then took his leave.
The courtyard fell silent.
Li Tiantong looked around, his heart filled with mixed emotions.
The place where he used to live had very little Spiritual Qi.
Here, you can feel a rich Spiritual Qi in every corner, which is completely incomparable to the previous environment.
Inside the main cave abode, Han Xuanji sat cross-legged in the cultivation room, took out a jet-black communication token from his robes, and flipped it twice in his palm.
The token was engraved with dense array patterns, which shimmered with a dim light.
He has spent a lot of time in seclusion these past few years and has had little contact with the outside world, but he will still contact Hui Feng every time he emerges from seclusion.
The other party was also a promising prospect; in Han Xuanji's eyes, this person's potential was no less than Xiao Yan's.
He is a person with great potential for emulation.
Over the years, Hui Feng's growth rate has far exceeded Han Xuanji's expectations.
When they last contacted each other, Hui Feng was already attempting to break through to the Eternal Dao Master Ninth Layer, just one step away from the peak.
At this rate, breaking through to the Eternal True Lord will probably not be much slower than him.
Of course, the main reason is that cultivating the Dao of Principle is much more difficult than cultivating the Dao of the Physical Body.
" Hui Feng Brothers."
Han Xuanji sent a message through the token, getting straight to the point.
Help me find a place.
A moment later, the token lit up, and Hui Feng's voice came from the other end, filled with surprise:
"You finally found me! I thought you'd forgotten about me."
Stop being so talkative.
Han Xuanji smiled. "Let's get down to business."
He quickly gave a brief account of the situation in the Dao Xuan Secret Realm, which was the place where the Dao Ancestor disappeared.
"I remember this being a high-level secret realm of the Sacred Court..."
Hui Feng pondered for a moment, "It's a bit troublesome, but not entirely hopeless. I know a few people in the Sacred Court. Although they're not key figures, I should be able to get some information."
Wait for my news; I'll let you know when I have some progress.
"Good."
Han Xuanji nodded and thanked him:
"Thanks a lot."
After exchanging pleasantries, Han Xuanji didn't dwell on it too much.
The most urgent task at hand is to enhance our strength.
Cultivation is fundamental. Only by becoming strong enough can one deal with all kinds of open and covert attacks.
Entering the cultivation room, Han Xuanji closed his eyes and began meditating.
Cultivation knows no time; within the cave, one is unaware of the passing years.
Spring goes and autumn comes, and another year quietly passes by.
Soon, a message arrived that interrupted Han Xuanji's cultivation.