Chen Shuangbai strolled through the lush bamboo forest, his steps seemingly casual, but in reality, each step was measuring the array patterns of this place. At the same time, he released his spiritual sense, which far surpassed that of his peers, to sense the array patterns underground and on the ground.
"According to Zhuang Wen Bi Sheng, the formation surrounding Spring-Venerating Daoist Academy is called the Jade Wave Green Bamboo Formation. No wonder it's built in the middle of a bamboo forest."
Chen Shuangbai sensed it carefully and understood in her heart.
This formation is still not classified as a high-grade formation. Originally, it could only be considered a mid-grade formation. However, Senior Brother Tian adapted to the local conditions. In addition, the bamboo forest here is abundant, absorbing the earth's energy and containing a trace of the pure energy of green bamboo, which is why he upgraded its grade to a high-grade formation.
If this formation were placed within the Jade Spring Sect, it would only be considered ordinary, because the Jade Spring Sect has several first-tier formation masters, as well as second-tier formation masters including Daoist Lingxiu. Even without mentioning these, just taking the Jade Spring Sect's protective formation as an example, it is a third-tier formation!
After observing for a while, Chen Shuangbai realized that she had slightly overestimated her skills in array formations.
"For now, let's plug the hole and repair it after we get the gold seal back, following the veins along the way."
Thinking this, Chen Shuangbai flicked his sleeve, and a smooth array plate flew out. Six array flags were stuck on the array plate. Driven by Law Power, they transformed into six streams of light and landed in the six corners of the bamboo forest, beginning to absorb the earth's energy.
Chen Shuangbai Hand Seals incantations, activating the array plate with her Law Power. Then she tossed it into the air, and the array plate spun rapidly, emitting a bright light before disappearing. It had sunk into the ground, covering the original array formation and adding another layer to it.
This is the Six Directions Primordial Light Formation that Chen Shuangbai purchased from the Expenditure Hall before descending the mountain. It is a top-grade array, specifically for use in today's situation.
As soon as the Six Directions Primordial Light Formation was completed, a series of crackling sounds came from the bamboo forest. The remaining rats hidden in the bamboo forest were killed by the array.
Chen Shuangbai didn't take it to heart and returned to the Listening to the Waves Pavilion to continue her cultivation.
He is currently at the Qi Refining Fifth Layer. His cultivation has slowed down considerably since he left the abundant Spiritual Qi environment of the Jade Spring Sect. However, with the blessing of Lord of the First Month, his cultivation speed has unexpectedly become faster than before.
"In the cultivation world, no matter how skillful your Law Technique or how exquisite your Divine Ability, nothing can compare to your cultivation level."
Chen Shuangbai remembered that among the four major families in this area, there were cultivators at the Late Qi Refining Stage of Qi Refining, such as the Seventh Layer of Qi Refining.
Time flies like an arrow; it passes in the blink of an eye.
Three days later.
Chen Shuangbai sat in the Listening to the Waves Pavilion, facing the bamboo forest and clear lake behind the mountain. The invisible fluctuations around him, the abundant aura, and the pure and clear magical Law Power flowed more and more harmoniously.
Zhuang Wen Bi Sheng pushed open the door and entered, standing quietly to the side, waiting for Chen Shuangbai to finish her practice.
A moment later, wisps of smoke, like dragons, were drawn back from Chen Shuangbai's nostrils and returned to his Dantian.
The young man in green opened his eyes and said gently, "Junior Nephew Bi, congratulations."
Compared to a few days ago, Bi Sheng has now made a breakthrough and reached the Qi Refinement Fourth Layer.
Bi Sheng bowed deeply and said, "Thank you for your guidance, Uncle-Master. Without it, I would not be where I am today!"
Chen Shuangbai waved his hand and said, "It's your hard work that finally paid off; I was just going with the flow... Let's not talk about that. Today, you'll come with me to the county town. Nephew Zhuang, I'll teach you the formation of the Six Directions Primordial Light Formation. Keep an eye on the Daoist academy."
Both should claim to be.
After leaving Listening to the Waves Pavilion, Bi Sheng led the way, and soon they arrived at the entrance of the Daoist temple, where a palanquin was already on the bluestone platform.
This palanquin was nothing more than an ordinary palanquin used by high-ranking officials and nobles in the mortal world. It was carried by four strong and powerful Daoist servants. However, upon closer inspection, these four servants were full of Qi and Blood and walked with steady and powerful steps. They had obviously practiced some basic martial arts and were not comparable to ordinary sedan chair carriers.
The palanquin itself is made of bamboo from the bamboo forest. This type of green bamboo is hard and suitable for making all kinds of furniture. A blue cloth curtain hangs in front of the palanquin, and a small copper bell hangs at each of the four corners of the palanquin top. It makes a crisp but not harsh "ding-dong" sound in the breeze.
Chen Shuangbai continued to scrutinize the palanquin, and then noticed that at the front of the palanquin, two young Daoist boys were holding specially made wooden frames that held a pair of exceptionally beautiful white jade Pixiu statues.
Under Chen Shuangbai's spiritual perception, the pair of white jade Pixiu did not appear to be any Law Artifact. However, over time, they had been worshipped with incense and had developed a slight spirituality, possessing a trace of the effects of attracting wealth, warding off evil, and calming the mind.
Bi Sheng swallowed hard. This was his master's personal carriage, which he had brought out to enhance Chen Shuangbai's prestige.
Chen Shuangbai said lightly, "Thank you for your thoughtfulness," then lifted the blue curtain and calmly stepped into the palanquin.
Bi Sheng nodded to Zhuang Wen, then walked to the palanquin and said in a deep voice, "Rise, let's go to the banquet!"
The four sedan chair carriers took a step, and the next moment they felt something soft and yielding beneath their feet. Looking down, they discovered that something like a white cloud had appeared under their feet, lifting them up.
It was Chen Shuangbai's Flowing Cloud Flying Pouch.
Chen Shuangbai controlled the Flowing Cloud Flying Pouch to slowly grow larger, transforming it into a pale golden cloud about ten feet in diameter that lifted the group of people into the air. Then, a clear and steady voice came from behind the blue cloth curtain.
The four sedan bearers were initially startled, but then they found that the clouds beneath their feet were as solid as the ground, and a gentle force was stabilizing their bodies, which reassured them somewhat, though their faces were still a little pale. The two Daoist boys holding the Pixiu looked around in amazement.
Knowing that this was his senior uncle's flying Law Artifact, Bi Sheng's slight unease subsided, and he rebuked him in a deep voice.
"Stand still, we're leaving."
The Flowing Cloud Flying Pouch stopped rising and instead flew steadily toward Wind Howling County at a pace that was slow but clear enough for pedestrians below to look up at.
The bronze bells at the four corners of the palanquin jingled in the wind, producing a continuous and melodious "ding-a-ling" sound that blended with the wind, adding to the ethereal and otherworldly atmosphere.
Before long, the not-so-tall city wall of Wind Howling County was clearly visible.
The Flowing Cloud Flying Pouch soared directly into the city from above the city gate, passing over the many people and merchants below. Under the watchful eyes of many, it flew all the way towards the garrison headquarters located in the west of the city.
Chen Shuangbai sat upright in the carriage, seemingly oblivious to the commotion outside the window and the countless gazes that converged upon him.
The speed of the Flowing Cloud Flying Pouch may not seem fast, but it is actually far faster than that of carriages and horses. The relatively quiet street where the government office is located is already ahead.
Unlike other bustling places in the county town, this place was relatively quiet, but it was still crowded with people, including local commoners and cultivators, all looking at the chariot in the sky.
Amidst the swirling clouds, the palanquin hovered silently, its interior shrouded in a low blue curtain, adding to its mystique and majesty.
After a brief silence, an official in blue robes emerged from the government office gate, followed quickly by several clerks, all bowing deeply in the direction of the imperial carriage.
" Wind Howling County, Chang Yuan, respectfully welcomes the Immortal Master of the Jade Spring Sect!"