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The valley was utterly still.
Looking at Li Qingshan's upright figure in his blue robe, standing with his hands behind his back, Yu Xin felt that his figure was more majestic than the surrounding mountains, shielding her from all the wind and rain and the uncertainty of the road ahead.
Overwhelming joy and gratitude surged like a burst dam, instantly overwhelming all her restraint.
Without any hesitation, she took three steps back and very carefully straightened her clothes, which were slightly disheveled from the previous fierce battle and emotional turmoil.
He then respectfully knelt down on both knees and bowed deeply in the most solemn ancient ceremony of apprenticeship:
"Disciple Yu Xin, I am deeply grateful to the senior for not abandoning me and for repeatedly rescuing me from danger. I am even more willing to pass on this supreme Dao, for the kindness is like being reborn!"
Her voice was clear and firm, each word imbued with a devotion and resolve that came from the depths of her soul.
" Yu Xin earnestly begs the senior to accept me as his disciple!"
This disciple hereby swears that I will diligently cultivate myself, never slacken, strictly abide by my teacher's teachings, and never forget my teacher's kindness. If I disobey, may Heaven and Earth forsake me!
His head slammed down, his smooth forehead touching the cool earth, producing a soft yet incredibly firm sound.
Li Qingshan turned around and accepted her three deep bows with composure.
This is the cornerstone upon which the master-disciple relationship is established, and the solemn beginning of the transmission of the Great Dao.
When she looked up, her clear eyes were glistening with tears, which were more than just joy.
It is also the relief that her anxious and wandering soul, after being separated from Chen Zhan and his wife, finally found its home, and the determination to embark on a new path.
He spoke slowly, his voice still calm and even, yet it naturally carried the weighty authority and profound responsibility befitting a teacher:
"Once you enter my school, you must abide by my rules. My school does not have many complicated rules, only one core principle."
One must not betray one's teacher or ancestors, nor betray one's lineage. One must uphold righteousness and integrity, forge ahead on the path of righteousness, and never slacken.
"Can you do it?"
"I can do it!"
Without Yu Xin, Yu Xin's voice was as resounding as the clash of metal, carrying an undeniable firmness, as she bowed deeply once more.
"Good." Li Qingshan nodded slightly, and an invisible force gently lifted Yu Xin up.
"From this day forward, you are my second disciple, personally instructed by Li Qingshan."
"Disciple Yu Xin greets Master!"
The girl's voice was tinged with a barely suppressed sob, but more than that, it conveyed an unwavering determination and a sense of pride in having found her direction.
Thus, the master-disciple relationship was formally established.
Having already accepted a disciple, Li Qingshan no longer hesitated.
His expression turned solemn, and the surrounding air seemed to freeze. He said in a deep voice:
" Xin'er, the foundation of the ' Supreme Forgetfulness Record ' within you is like a bone-deep sore. Although it has been temporarily suppressed by my power, its essence is still constantly eroding your origin and is the biggest obstacle preventing you from truly embarking on a new path."
Today, I will take action to completely eliminate it. The process may be painful, so you must remain focused and attentive.
Yu Xin, who should now be called Li Qingshan's second disciple, Yu Xin a stern expression, her eyes showing no fear, only a resolute determination to burn her bridges.
"Please grant my request, Master; I have no fear!"
She had absolute trust in Li Qingshan, a trust that transcended her fear of pain.
"Dispersing one's original power is like scraping the bone to remove poison."
During the process, illusions may arise, or your mind may waver. You must firmly hold onto the " Present Self " you have just established. Whatever you feel or hear, regard it as illusory dust; do not indulge in it, and do not waver.
Li Qingshan gave careful instructions, then extended a finger, and a point of chaotic light quietly condensed at the fingertip. The light seemed weak, but it contained the supreme meaning of Nirvana and the annihilation of all things.
It was as if he could stabilize the universe and recreate the Heaven-Opening. He gently pointed to the location of Yu Xin's dantian.
"Buzz,"
A slight tremor emanated from Yu Xin's body.
Her body trembled violently, and she felt the cold Tai Shang Dao aura that had become intertwined and merged with part of her own life essence in her meridians, acupoints, and even the depths of her soul.
Like ice and snow thrown into raging flames, it instantly began to boil, struggle, and melt violently!
An indescribable, bone-chilling cold, mixed with the excruciating pain of her meridians being forcibly stripped of foreign power, instantly engulfed her limbs and bones like a tidal wave.
It was as if it wanted to freeze, tear apart, and turn her body, meridians, and even soul into nothingness.
She couldn't help but let out a muffled groan, her cheeks, which had regained some color, instantly turning ashen white.
Fine beads of cold sweat instantly soaked through her plain white dress, and large beads of sweat rolled down her forehead, landing on the grass beneath her.
She kept her master's teachings firmly in mind, biting her lower lip tightly, and even tasted a hint of metallic sweetness.
With the " Present Self " will that had been gradually and gradually solidified over those three years as its core, it was like a reef, tenaciously guarding the last bit of undying clarity in the mind.
With her inner "vision," she "saw" the Tai Shang Dao essence within her body, which was originally like countless delicate yet resilient silver threads, deeply entwined around the meridian barriers and permeating her soul and consciousness.
Under the gentle yet irresistible cleansing and purging of the master's chaotic light, it was as if it had encountered its natural nemesis, and it was defeated step by step.
It continuously emitted silent wails, disintegrating and evaporating inch by inch, turning into wisps of pure yet cold blue smoke, which were forced out and dissipated from the pores of her body.
The temperature throughout the valley seemed to drop a few degrees as a result.
This process lasted for a full hour.
For Yu Xin, it felt like she had gone through countless reincarnations.
Several times she felt as if her consciousness was about to be swallowed up by the boundless cold and pain, plunging into Eternal darkness.
They all relied on the warm bonds they had with their loved ones, such as Chen Nan and Chen Zhan, deep in their hearts; their absolute trust in their master, which was as reliable as a mountain; and their strong desire to embark on a new path after breaking free from their shackles.
In addition, the " Present Self " will, which was honed and refined under extreme pressure, struggled back from the brink of collapse time and time again.
Li Qingshan remained seated cross-legged in front of her, his body as steady as a rock, his fingers never leaving her dantian (lower abdomen) more than three inches away.
The chaotic light seemed to possess life, precisely controlling every bit of the power and range of the transformation, like the most skilled surgeon, ensuring that the stubborn Tai Shang Being was uprooted and completely eliminated.
It also protected Yu Xin's life essence, meridian foundation, and the nascent seed of profound skill from damage to the greatest extent possible.
When the last wisp of coldness and Tai Shang Dao energy was completely expelled from her body and dissipated into the air like a shadow, Yu Xin felt an indescribable lightness throughout her body.
As if she had unloaded a heavy burden she had carried for many years, a sense of clarity, ease, and freedom welled up from the depths of her soul, making her almost want to roar to the sky.
Although her energy was nearly depleted and she was so weak that she could hardly stand, her soul felt cleaner, clearer, and more vibrant than ever before.
The cold force that had plagued her for years, seemingly whispering in her ear and trying to strip away all her emotions, finally vanished completely and could no longer affect her in the slightest!
"Concentrate your mind and calm your spirit, maintain focus and concentration, and do not let your guard down."
Li Qingshan's calm and steady voice rang out at the opportune moment, carrying a reassuring power.
"The old problems have been cured; it is time to establish a new foundation."
Next, following my guidance, we will practice the new Foundation Establishment Chapter, completing one cycle to strengthen our foundation and cultivate our vital energy.
A gentle, vast, and extremely pure life force, containing boundless vitality and fragments of the Great Dao, flowed slowly from Li Qingshan's fingertips into Yu Xin's nearly parched meridians and dantian, like the first warm current of early spring.
This is not ordinary spiritual energy of heaven and earth, but rather the primordial power that Li Qingshan refined and condensed from the depths of the Void with his supreme cultivation, which is most nourishing to the foundation.
Yu Xin dared not be negligent in the slightest. She immediately suppressed all distracting thoughts, guarded her mind, and followed the profound and mysterious Foundation Establishment Chapter of the Eight-Nine Profound Art that was already imprinted in her mind.
Carefully guiding this pure and gentle vital energy, it slowly circulates within the body along a specific trajectory.
This new method is completely different from the " Supreme Forgetfulness Record " she practiced before. It no longer pursues the cold and ruthless " Heavenly Dao " and no longer regards emotions as impurities that need to be eliminated.
Instead, it emphasizes the precise perception, absolute control, and harmonious unity of every subtle part of one's own body, every flow of energy in the meridians, and even every strand of energy.
At the same time, the practice naturally guided her to use her " Present Self " will as the core, to comprehend the accumulated wisdom of her Departed Self," and to remotely sense the direction of transcendence pointed out by her " Dao Self."
In this process, one's spiritual essence is subtly refined, and one's understanding and wisdom are enhanced.
At first, the practice was somewhat sluggish, as the newly generated vital energy, like a toddler learning to walk, explored unfamiliar meridian pathways.
But under the meticulous guidance and protection of Li Qingshan's vast, star-like divine sense, she quickly grasped the mysterious rhythm and gradually entered a state of cultivation where she forgot herself and the external world.
Wherever the vital energy passes, the meridians that were originally slightly damaged and weakened due to the transformation of energy are quickly nourished and repaired by this primordial power containing vitality.
It became more resilient and expansive, faintly gleaming with Ruyu- like luster;
The nearly dried-up dantian began to regain its vitality, and wisps of pure, ancient, and profound new profound energy began to slowly condense like a nebula;
Her soul was immersed in the unique Daoist rhythm where " the Present Self, the Departed Self, Dao Self " intertwined, as if cleansed by a clear spring, shedding the last trace of dust.
It becomes increasingly solid and clear, and the speed of thinking, comprehension, and even the perception of the surrounding environment are all quietly improving.
After the first Great Zhou was completed, Yu Xin slowly opened her eyes. Her originally pale face finally regained a healthy rosy glow, and it even faintly revealed a layer of warm, precious light.
Her eyes were filled with indescribable shock and heartfelt joy as she carefully experienced the power within her body that was completely different from before.
Although this new Xuanneng energy is newly born and not yet large in quantity, it is full of infinite vitality and the potential to encompass everything, and its nature is neutral and peaceful.
It resonated perfectly with her own life essence, functioning smoothly and effortlessly, without any trace of the coldness, alienation, or subtle sense of rejection she had felt before.
"Master." She looked at Li Qingshan, a thousand words stuck in her chest, but in the end, they all turned into a deep bow, all her gratitude and respect unspoken.
Li Qingshan withdrew his finger, and the vast aura surrounding him subsided. He nodded slightly.
"The foundation has been transformed, and a new path has been opened."
From now on, you just need to follow the steps, study diligently, and solidify your foundation.
Remember, proceed step by step, let things take their natural course, and never be greedy for quick results or try to force things to grow faster than they should.
"Your disciple will humbly follow your teachings!"
Yu Xin responded respectfully, engraving these words firmly in her heart.
From then on, Li Qingshan officially began systematically teaching his second disciple, Yu Xin.
In the valley, the scenery of lakes and mountains remains as beautiful as ever, but the presence of this master and disciple adds a touch of vibrant Daoist charm and vitality.
Li Qingshan's teaching method is not rote memorization or rigid admonition; he is more like a guide.
In the everyday details, profound truths are elucidated, the essence of power is analyzed, and Yu Xin is guided to observe, think, and experience for herself.
This led to her own understanding of "Tao".
In the early morning, the valley was still shrouded in a thin, veil-like mist, and dewdrops rolled on the blades of grass.
Li Qingshan called Yu Xin to the smooth blue stone by the lake.
Look at this lake.
He pointed to the smooth, mirror-like surface of the lake, reflecting the morning light and the colors of the mountains, his voice calm.
When the wind is calm and the waves are still, it can clearly reflect the sky and clouds, the colors of the mountains and flowers, and reveal every detail;
When a strong wind suddenly rises, it can also gather strength to create towering waves that smash the rocks.
Your heart, your will, and your control over power should be like this lake.
In stillness, one must be as clear as a mirror, able to see even the smallest details;
When in motion, it must be vast and unstoppable. The right path lies in the balance of strength and gentleness, and in the ability to control both power and movement at will.
Yu Xin gazed at the lake, lost in thought.
She tried to mobilize the newly generated, all-powerful Xuan Gong Yuan Qi within her body, condensing it at her fingertips, sometimes transforming it into a gentle, peaceful, meandering trickle, nourishing a slightly wilted orchid beside her;
At times, it would suddenly change, transforming into a raging torrent that contained the implication of thunder and was poised to erupt. Though it did not erupt, it caused the surrounding air to tremble slightly.
At first, the transition seemed abrupt, and the control of power lacked finesse, but with Li Qingshan's seemingly casual yet crucial guidance,
"Power precedes intention; when intention moves, power follows."
"Steel cannot last, and softness cannot be maintained."
The key lies in the opportunity for transformation.
"Feel the 'emotion' of the energy itself, rather than forcibly driving it."
Her control over her own power is becoming increasingly refined and subtle.
"Master," Yu Xin couldn't help but ask curiously after finishing her morning lessons one day.
"Why do I always feel that when I circulate my vital energy according to the new method, especially my spirit and soul seem exceptionally clear and comfortable? Even many long-forgotten childhood memories have become unusually clear, and I seem to understand things much faster?"
Li Qingshan stood with his hands behind his back, his gaze sweeping over the ripples on the lake's surface, and said calmly:
This is the natural effect of " the Departed Self ".
All past experiences, whether joyful or sorrowful, smooth or rough, are the sediment of life, the precious resources that constitute "your" existence.
Remembering the Departed Self doesn't mean wallowing in it, but rather drawing lessons from it, refining wisdom, and understanding your origins. Only then can you more clearly distinguish right from wrong, understand Cause and Effect, and make informed choices.
Over time, the spirit is naturally tempered, becoming stronger and more resilient, and the mind becomes increasingly clear and transparent.
This is also a crucial part of the Foundation Establishment Chapter, which focuses on refining one's foundation.
Yu Xin suddenly realized, and her respect for her master deepened even further.
Only then did she realize that the seemingly basic methods in the " Eight-Nine Profound Art " actually contained such profound and mysterious effects, far beyond simply increasing strength.