Sharing Insights into Spirit Transformation, the Dao of Lightning Can Be Cultivated!

The ancestral peak of the mountain bear is named Thick Earth Peak.

The mountain is translucent and yellowish-brown, with its Spirit Vein clearly visible in the rock strata; the palace complex on the summit rises in layers along the mountain's contours, creating a magnificent spectacle.

Shan Li, familiar with the route, led Shi Jian through several barriers and flew straight to the depths of the summit.

Along the way, they encountered many demons from the Mountain Bear Lineage, most of whom were at the mid-level of the Golden Core Realm. They bowed respectfully to Shan Li, and when their gaze fell on Shi Jian, their eyes were filled with curiosity and awe.

The name of the Tyrant had long been known throughout the clan.

Shi Jian remained calm as he landed in front of a simple stone hall with the Shan Li.

The stone hall was not large, and compared to the magnificent palaces along the way, it even seemed somewhat shabby; however, as Fang Yi Shi Jian's Divine Sense touched the hall's door, he sensed an extremely profound Spirit Transformation power.

That aura was profound and restrained, like a sleeping ancient mountain; it was neither ostentatious nor outward-looking, yet it gave people a sense of oppression that it might collapse at any moment.

"Father, the person has been brought."

Shan Li shouted into the hall, showing no hesitation whatsoever.

The palace doors slowly opened.

An old bear, its body entirely earthen yellow, sat upright on a futon like a cultivator, its body extremely robust; even when sitting cross-legged, its size was several times larger than that of an ordinary Nascent Soul bear demon.

The Earth Dao energy flowed around him like water, making the air inside the hall thick and heavy.

He was Shan Li Shan Wanling, the father of Shan Li and one of the three Nascent Soul Spirit Transformation of the Mountain Bear Lineage. Middle Spirit Transformation and had cultivated two Immortal Foundation.

Shi Jian bowed respectfully. "Junior Shi Jian greets Ancestor."

Shan Wanling opened his eyes, his vertical pupils scrutinizing Shi Jian; his gaze swept from head to toe, taking several breaths to assess him.

"Um."

With just one word, he remained unusually silent. Shan Li rolled his eyes. "My father, say something!"

Shan Wanling glanced at Shi Jian again before speaking, his voice low and rumbling like thunder.

"Thinner than I expected."

Shi Jian's lips twitched.

Shan Li chuckled, "What did I tell you? That's just how my dad is, he never minces words."

Shan Wanling glared at his daughter, then waved his hand, gesturing for Erxiong to sit down.

"I've read Li Yatou's letter," Shan Wanling said calmly. "You certainly have some skill, young man. Nascent Soul Perfection, invincible among those of the same level. That's an understatement."

He paused, a hint of approval flashing in his eyes, but he didn't say anything.

"I didn't call you here today for a casual chat."

Shan Wanling raised his hand, and an earthen-yellow Jade Slip flew to Shi Jian's front.

"Now that you Nascent Soul Perfection, your next step is to break through to the Spirit Transformation; although I cultivate the Earth Dao, the barriers on the Spirit Transformation path are interconnected across all paths."

"There are some things I can advise you on."

Shi Jian accepted the Jade Slip and said solemnly, "Please enlighten me, Ancestor."

"The core of the path to Spirit Transformation lies in comprehending the Dao of Immortal Foundation and transforming the power of the Immortal Foundation into a part of one's own Dao essence."

"To put it simply, it means inscribing the rules of the Great Dao of Heaven and Earth into your Nascent Soul, thereby gaining complete control over them."

The Shan Wanling stretched out two fingers.

"There are two major hurdles. First, the speed at which one can comprehend a single Immortal Foundation. Some Demon Cultivator are stuck on a single Immortal Foundation their entire lives, never reaching its perfection before they die."

"Secondly, when breaking through to the Spirit Transformation stage, one will directly face the Great Dao of Heaven and Earth; this process is similar to breaking through to the Golden Core and Nascent Soul, where the physical body and soul will gradually be assimilated by the Great Dao."

Therefore, it requires a firm mind, but it shouldn't be difficult for you.

"As for the compatibility between different Immortal Foundation after Spirit Transformation, there are various impacts. Since you cultivate the Dao of Lightning, it's relatively easy to deal with the Dao of Lightning Immortal Foundation, after all, most of them come from the same lineage; a rational balance is possible."

"However, if one cultivates more Immortal Foundation in the future, one will need to consider the conflict of Daoist principles."

Shi Jian secretly noted it down, then asked, "This junior cultivates the Purple Pivot Lightning, which is below the Divine Firmament Dao Fruit; may I ask, Ancestor, are there any taboos in the Divine Firmament path?"

Shan Wanling nodded slightly, his vertical gaze showing a hint of solemnity.

"You've hit the nail on the head."

Below the Divine Firmament Dao Fruit, there are six types of Immortal Foundation.

"You have already mastered the Purple Pivot Lightning, so there's no need for further explanation; the rest are: Purple Firmament Lightning, Righteous Yang Lightning, Radiant Yang Lightning, Purple Radiance Lightning, and Heaven-Controlling Lightning."

"These six types of Immortal Foundation all belong to the Divine Firmament Dao Fruit; if you can comprehend all six types of Immortal Foundation, you will have the opportunity to touch the threshold of the Divine Firmament Dao Fruit."

Shi Jian's heart skipped a beat.

Of the six types of Immortal Foundation below the fruition level, he only cultivated one.

"But you don't need to worry too much."

Shan Wanling waved his hand. "Currently, among the Nine Realms of this world, there is no Dao Venerable in charge of the Divine Firmament, so you can cultivate with peace of mind."

"Even within the entire Dao of Lightning, of its four sacred positions, only [Profound Lightning] has a master, and that master is Dao Venerable from my Beast Realm."

"You can focus on your cultivation. If you hope to attain the Divine Firmament in the future, [Profound Lightning] will also pass on his position to you after his passing."

"But that's all in the future."

"The Early Spirit Transformation requires one Immortal Foundation, the middle stage requires two, the late stage requires three, and the perfect stage requires four; as for the fifth and sixth stages, that is the Spirit Transformation Extreme Stage, beyond the reach of ordinary Demon Cultivator."

"You have currently cultivated the Purple Pivot Lightning Dao. You only need to fully comprehend it and seek proof from Heaven and Earth before you can attempt to break through to the Spirit Transformation."

Shi Jian pondered for a moment, "Then the cultivation methods for these six types of Immortal Foundation..."

Shan Wanling scoffed, "Do you think the methods of Immortal Foundation cultivation are like cabbages, something you can just come and get whenever you want?"

He held up four fingers.

"My Giant Bear Clan, despite tens of thousands of years of accumulation, has only mastered the complete cultivation Cultivation Method for four Immortal Foundation below the Divine Firmament Dao Fruit: Purple Pivot Lightning, Purple Firmament Lightning, Righteous Yang Lightning, and Radiant Yang Lightning."

"The remaining two types, Purple Radiance Lightning and Heaven-Controlling Lightning, only have incomplete Method Formula in the clan; to fully comprehend them, you must seek them out yourself."

Four types are inherited, two types rely on oneself.

Shi Jian thought to himself, this is already a great convenience.

It should be noted that many small clans do not even have a complete inheritance of a single Immortal Foundation, relying entirely on self-comprehension; the fact that the Giant Bear Clan has accumulated four types demonstrates the profound foundation of the royal family.

"As for the future, after you break through to the Spirit Transformation, which type of immortal Immortal Foundation should you cultivate first? My suggestion is Purple Firmament Lightning."

Shan Wanling spoke with certainty.

"The Purple Firmament Lightning and your Purple Pivot Lightning share the same origin, making them highly compatible in terms of Daoist principles; moreover, the Purple Firmament Lightning emphasizes frenzied attacks and suppression, which perfectly compensates for your weakness in sustaining power."

Shi Jian thought about it and agreed.

He had fought many battles before, and although he was unparalleled in attack, he was injured repeatedly. If he had a partial protective immortal foundation, he would have more confidence in surviving when facing a Nascent Immortal Foundation 'Spirit Transformation encirclement and attack in the future.

"Thank you for your guidance, Ancestor." Shi Jian bowed again.

Shan Wanling stared at him for a long time, then suddenly let out a cold snort.

"Don't stand on ceremony with me, you're Li Ya's husband, why are you calling me 'Grandpa'?"

Shi Jian was taken aback.

Shan Li, laughing so hard his shoulders shook, nudged Shi Jian's arm. "Call me 'Dad'."

Shi Jian remained silent for a moment, then cupped his hands and bowed his head.

"... father in law."

Shan Wanling snorted, which was taken as an agreement.

He stood up, walked up to Shi Jian, and slapped him hard on the shoulder; the slap carried the aura of Spirit Transformation, and Shi Jian's bones hummed.

"I don't care if Li girl follows you; but if you can't break through to the Nascent Spirit Transformation, you won't be able to live up to the reputation of my Mountain Bear Lineage, and you won't even be able to protect the lineage of your own clan."

"Nascent Soul is still Nascent Soul. In this Beast Realm, there's no shortage of blades to kill Nascent Soul."

Shi Jian looked up and met the gaze of the Shan Wanling.

"I understand."

Shan Wanling clapped his hands, turned around and walked back to the meditation cushion, where he sat down cross-legged.

"Go. That Jade Slip contains some insights I gained during my cultivation of the Spirit Transformation; though it's Earth Dao, the principles are the same. Figure it out yourself."

"The Territory Enfeoffment Ceremony is still a few days away; you should stay at the ancestral temple for now."

"Little girl, take your man to your territory and settle down. Don't get in my way."

Shan Li chuckled, then put his arm around Shi Jian's shoulder and led him outside.

"Come on, my husband, I'll show you around the ancestral temple; it's your first time here, so I need to broaden your horizons and let you see the rich heritage of my Giant Bear Clan!"

Shi Jian was led outside by her arm, holding the earthen-yellow Jade Slip in his hand, his fingertips caressing the jade surface, his heart filled with excitement.

Spirit Transformation.

There are six types of Immortal Foundation. Four are inherited by the clan, and two more must be comprehended by oneself.

The road may be long, but the direction is clear.

After walking a few steps out of the stone hall, Shan Li suddenly lowered his voice.

"Oh, by the way, there's something you need to keep in mind during the ceremony."

"What's up?"

"The Giant Bear Lineage recently submitted a proposal."

Shan Li's smile faded, and his expression darkened slightly.

"They need to rearrange the sequence of the inner border branches among the seven major veins."

Shi Jian paused slightly in his steps.

"To put it bluntly, they want to take over our territory."