The Star Pivot Stirs the Star-Picking Pavilion; Dao Enlightenment in a Quiet Stone Chamber

----In the Star-Picking Pavilion

"Firstly, before Qingxuan left, he met with True Person Cloud Trust Joyful Sight Mountain, a Daoist master from the Ancient Mysterious Circuit. In his words, he expressed great admiration for the master, suggesting that the alliance between the two families is indeed unbreakable. The master need not worry about this afterward."

With the guarantee of the name 'Taiyi,' Qingxuan assures Joyful Sight Mountain that it will not venture further west. The Three Southwest Circuits will one day forever be the realm of Star-Picking, untouched by anyone. This is a letter True Person Cloud Trust; please take a look, Master.

When True Person Qingxuan spoke, his tone was firm, which softened the gaze of Bai Canhong, the Master of the Star-Picking Pavilion.

He had been exchanging letters with Yuejian Mountain for so long, and even facilitated Yunfu Zhenren's ruthless scheme to harm Huquan Zhenren, who was both his master and brother, yet he still refused to let the cultivators of Yuejian Mountain set foot on either side of the mountain.

Even after the Cloud Marsh Shaman Venerable Hall was destroyed by the Ying Prefecture Fei Household and the Chongming Sect, and most of the Huangpi Circuit fell into the hands of the Office of the Duke of Qin, Bai Canhong's stance remained unchanged, revealing his deep-seated concerns.

This is because Joyful Sight Mountain is also a major sect with a profound history. It was already very prosperous during the previous dynasty. Before the fall of Emperor Taizu two thousand years ago, it produced several Nascent Soul True Person were all subdued by several sects.

At that time, in terms of prestige, Joyful Sight Mountain was almost second only to Supreme Unity Temple, the leader of the Daoist sect. Even the former Master of the Star-Picking Pavilion Tower had to defer to him.

Although it has suffered many setbacks in recent years, in terms of the number of disciples and the depth of its foundation, it is far superior to a sect like Five Old Mothers Mountain and a Hehuan Mountain sect that has not exerted its full strength.

This means that even though True Person Cloud Trust, a mere Nascent Soul Early Stage cultivator, is currently in charge of the overall situation at Joyful Sight Mountain, Bai Canhong still feels somewhat wary of him.

However, with True Person Qingxuan guaranteeing the existence of the name "Taiyi," Bai Canhong's thoughts became much clearer.

He was indeed True Person to Nascent Soul Late Stage cultivator. After Joyful Sight Mountain's army retreated to the Mountain South, if they truly had some ambition, even True Person Cloud Trust might not have the ability to achieve it.

After seeing Bai Canhong nod almost imperceptibly, True Person Qingxuan's smile deepened, and he then made a promise:

"Secondly, our abbot has now invited twenty-seven loyal and righteous men from various sects, all of whom are people who have perverted and harmed Emperor of Wei. Among them are many elders who are in charge of various Nascent Soul sects."

Once you, sir, raise the banner of righteousness in the southwest and utterly defeat that brat Kuang Liuting, my abbot will surely respond promptly. At that time, countless followers will gather, armored men Like a Mountain and as vast as the sea!

Afterwards, the world will be ablaze with sparks, like a prairie fire! Once we conquer Great Abyss Capital and establish a new emperor, we'll have plenty of freedom."

What surprised True Person Qingxuan was that Bai Canhong's expression remained unchanged after hearing these seductive words.

As for the rest of the people in the hall, they had already been so shocked by True Person Qingxuan's words "establish a new emperor" that they were too astonished to even begin to ponder the matter.

Bai Canhong knew that True Person Qingxuan's words were not entirely deceptive, but he also knew he could not believe them easily. If he believed Jiuzhen, but was blinded by the last falsehood, he might very well sever the lineage of Daoist practitioners.

Even at this point, Bai Canhong still hadn't completely abandoned the idea of switching allegiance to the Kuang Household. After all, being made a target of public criticism by the Supreme Unity Temple might not be much better than being taken in as a lackey by the Kuang Household.

This is also why Supreme Unity Temple is considered the leader of the Daoist sect and enjoys a stellar reputation.

Even if we take a step back and establish a new ruler, will the one in the outer seas react? What if the current emperor were to replace him on the throne, and that Dragon Spawn were instead invited to sit there?

In this way, the legitimate and illegitimate sons of the Kuang Household and figures like Bai Canhong seem insignificant. However, once Kuang Chexiao becomes the next Emperor of Wei, he will not be as benevolent and incompetent as the current emperor.

Then he would truly be the supreme ruler, his words carrying the weight of heaven's laws! Wouldn't all his efforts to overthrow the Kuang Household's direct lineage just be a self-inflicted wound?!

However, True Person Qingxuan was not so naive as to believe Bai Canhong, the number one cultivator in the southwest, with mere words and make him board the Supreme Unity Temple ship. Especially since the Three Southwest Circuits seemed to be under the watchful eye of the person from the Outer Billowing Dream Palace.

Before Bai Canhong could react, True Person Qingxuan spoke again:

Before my departure, my abbot repeatedly instructed me to make it clear to Master Bai that there is no reconciliation between the legitimate and illegitimate sons of the Kuang Household, and that I need not worry about the future.

"Oh?" Bai Canhong raised his eyebrows slightly. Although the Kuang Household family's brothers could vividly recount the infighting among themselves, even the ordinary Qi Refinement could be described for a long time, the real secrets were unknown even to someone like Bai Canhong, far less than the Supreme Unity Temple Master.

Seeing Bai Canhong's reaction, True Person Qingxuan didn't keep him in suspense any longer. However, when he spoke, he used a secret voice transmission so that only Bai Canhong could hear him:

"Back then, following the orders of his master, the True Lord Miaoxin of Bitter Spirit Mountain, the Great Ancestor specially obtained a section of the Fourth Tier Dragon-Locking Udumbara that had been tainted with the bloodline of a True Dragon from Bitter Spirit Mountain and transplanted it here. Not only would ordinary True Person Immortals find it difficult to defeat, but even the Palace Master of Billowing Dream would still find it difficult to enter the capital region without advancing to the True Lord."

At this moment, Bai Canhong's expression truly changed. He didn't retort with pointless questions like "Is this really true?" but instead wore a hesitant look. However, when True Person Qingxuan spoke again, it was like a heavy hammer, making it impossible for him to maintain his composure any longer:

"Our abbot said that if Master Bai is willing to do his part for the sake of all living beings, forcing Kuang Liuting to retreat to the southwest and annihilating all the henchmen of the three immortal Immortal Dynasty, then when the Nine Revolutions Star Pivot Lamp is relit after sixty years, Master Bai can be one of the three main guests at this year's Lantern Festival."

Upon hearing this, Bai Canhong's eyes immediately lit up with a series of changes, as if all the promises of being the ruler of the southwest and having all the Daoist masters submitting to him were not as tempting as the "Nine Revolutions Star Pivot Lamp" spoken by True Person Qingxuan.

The reason is that the Nine Revolutions Star Pivot Lamp of Taiyi Supreme Unity Temple is not as simple as being famous among the Nascent Soul True Person of Great Wei.

This lamp is a sacred object of Supreme Unity Temple. The lamp base is made of two top- Fourth Tier spiritual materials, "Star Sand from Beyond the Heavens" and "Dark Firmament Jade", and is in the shape of a dodecahedron. Each side is dedicated to the Big Dipper and the five planetary stars.

This lamp must be placed on the Supreme Unity Temple's Star Contemplation Platform. Every three hundred years, it will gather the power of the three luminaries (sun, moon, and stars) and illuminate several people.

Bai Canhong unconsciously stroked the jade cup on the table with his fingertips. The runes on the cup were enough to keep the tea boiling, but he was completely unaware of it. Just now, True Person Qingxuan's words "Nine Revolutions Star Pivot Lamp Host and Guest" were like a thunderclap, echoing in his mind for a long time.

Although he had lived in the southwest for a long time, he had long heard of the fame of the Star Pivot Lamp. Those who received its light were generally at the Nascent Soul, which could help them to comprehend the Dao.

Since the establishment of the new dynasty, Supreme Unity Temple has suffered a great loss of vitality. Although it has not produced any more Transformation True Lord, it has produced top-notch Nascent Soul in every generation, thus securing its position as the leader of the Daoist sect. This lamp has undoubtedly played a crucial role in this.

Even the direct descendants of the Kuang Household, who have experienced the struggle for the capital among six kings and the voyages of eight dukes, might not possess such treasures hidden in secret. The Star-Picking Pavilion, tucked away in a corner of the southwest...

Bai Canhong is indeed the number one cultivator in the Southwest, but he has been stuck at the Nascent Soul Middle Stage for over three hundred years. The hardships he has endured are too numerous to recount.

Unlike ordinary major sects, the Star-Picking Pavilion is a secluded sect. If it weren't for needing resources, why would it engage in armed conflict with the Kuang Household's clan?!

Even though he knew he shouldn't ask, Bai Canhong couldn't help but blurt out, "Fellow Qingxuan, is what you say true? Did the Abbot really say that?!"

True Person Qingxuan had the upper hand, chuckled softly. At this moment, a hint of smug satisfaction appeared in his eyes. When he spoke again, his tone was still gentle, but the certainty in it was greater than before:

"What, Master Bai? My abbot himself said so, and you still don't believe him?"

"I dare not disbelieve your words, Master. However, this matter is of great importance, so please allow me, Fellow Qingxuan, to consider it carefully before giving my reply."

"Excellent. Joyful Sight Mountain the clear and Qingxuan then greeted True Person Cloud Trust of the Ancient Mysterious Circuit with a warm welcome."

"Respectfully seeing you off, fellow Daoist."

After True Person Qingxuan returned the greeting with a faint smile and left gracefully, the simple council hall of the Star-Picking Pavilion fell silent.

Bai Canhong's obsequious demeanor was impossible to conceal. Even though those in the hall couldn't hear what the two were saying, they all knew that the former had already been swayed by the words of the True Person Qingxuan's persuader, and that it wouldn't be long before he made up his mind.

Compared to the Three Administrations managers, Xiang Tianxing, was naturally more impatient.

Just as he was about to muster the courage to ask, he saw Bai Canhong drink the scalding hot tea in one gulp, then close his eyes and remain silent, lost in thought, leaving no one with any idea what he was thinking.

This caused Xiang Tianxing's face to darken, and he remained silent afterward.

As for the thoughts of the Three Administrations managers, they are even more unpredictable. However, they have one advantage over the other high-ranking cultivators of the Star-Picking Pavilion —no matter what, they don't have to worry about how to choose.

Meanwhile, the only sound around the Spirit Pool of the Star-Picking Pavilion was the soft rustling of water vapor brushing against the stone railing. The fine-scaled fish that Bai Canhong had casually promised "Demon Officer" to suddenly surface from the shadows at the bottom of the water.

Its tail fin swayed gently, stirring the shimmering starlight reflections on the pool's surface, as if it too sensed the sudden tension that had quickly settled within the hall.

Jingnan Prefecture, White Sand County

After several fierce battles, Sect Leader Kang Da was closely watched by his opponents. As soon as he made a move, he was guarded by Qiu Yunsheng, Golden Core Qiu Yunsheng with many years of experience. So even though he was very dazzling on the battlefield, he was unable to take down any more Golden Core cultivators, which was a pity.

Several years ago, the Fei Household patriarch Ye Shui had said that Ying Prefecture Fei Household, regardless of whether they were legitimate or illegitimate, should be sent to serve in the southwest.

However, for some unknown reason, the number of Fei Household members who came was still not large, which made it difficult even for the Ying Mountain Army to stop the advance of the Two Instruments Sect.

This rural sect must have received some kind of bonus; the proportion of Foundation Establishment cultivators among its disciples is quite high, even surpassing that of the She Mountain Hall, which, with the strong support of the main branch, has been rebuilt and can almost be called a completely new Ying Mountain Army.

Fortunately, even after repeated retreats, the Fei Household cultivators still had Fei Tianqin, the old ancestor with the flat hair, as a shield. Therefore, despite the series of defeats, the Ying Mountain Army's own casualties were still not high.

Among the Golden Core sects and powerful families under the jurisdiction of the Fei Household, there are naturally some who are close to the others. Kang Dabao's Double Brightness Alliance will naturally receive more care from that old ancestor, Bianmao.

After several fierce battles, the achievements were few and the casualties were not many, which suited the wishes of Sect Leader Kang Da himself.

Kang Dabao considered it lucky if he could achieve something in Huangpi Circuit without becoming a target of public criticism; as for anything else, he didn't have much ambition.

This is a battlefield where even Nascent Soul True Person have to personally participate. For someone of his caliber to have achieved such a level as Ma Gu is already more than enough. If he were to attract Bai Canhong's attention and be struck by a chain, it's uncertain whether Hu Lu could even protect his life.

However, what brought a slight sense of satisfaction was that the Two Instruments Sect, which should have been advancing triumphantly, inexplicably stopped moving forward.

Even the Fearless Tower was caught in a fierce battle. Kang Dabao had to muster up the courage to ask Fei Tianqin before he learned that the people were from overseas. This startled Bai Canhong Star-Picking Pavilion, who immediately lost his arrogance and dared not make any rash moves.

This gave the cultivators under Sect Leader Kang Da a rare moment of leisure to rest and recuperate.

The autumn colors in White Sand County are more pronounced than in previous years. The dust raised by the battles of the past few days has been suppressed by a light rain last night, and the air is filled with the damp earthy scent of the spiritual fields and the medicinal fragrance of cultivators' healing wounds.

The Double Brightness Alliance's temporary camp was set up next to an abandoned spirit mine outside White Sand County. The mine had been simply repaired, a few array masters had tidied it up, and a geomancer had been sent to sort out the Spirit Vein, which then became a temporary resting place for the wounded soldiers.

Outside the mine, on the open ground, the training ground paved with bluestone gleamed coldly. The cultivators who had just retreated from Ink Cloud Marsh were gathered in twos and threes. Some were wiping their Law Artifact, while others were meditating cross-legged. Occasionally, there were low conversations, but the tension of wartime had disappeared.

Kang Dabao stood atop the void, gazing at the neatly arranged military tents below, his fingertips unconsciously stroking the handle of the Jade Palace Impurity Breaker Halberd.

The dark red bloodstains on the halberd blade had been wiped clean, but a trace of indelible Sha Qi remained—the only mark left by Preceptor Huang Mi.

Following behind Sect Leader Kang Da was Jin Shilun, whose armor still bore traces of the erosion left by Ink Cloud Marsh, but whose expression was more relaxed than during the battle.

"Master, the Fei Household's patriarch Tianqin has sent word that the Two Instruments Sect has retreated to Fire Qilin Valley outside the county and will not attack again in the short term. We may have several months to rest and recuperate."

Kang Dabao nodded for a moment, his gaze falling on a corner of the training ground.

Duan Anle was leading several disciples to inventory the broken magical Law Artifact recovered from the battlefield. Some swords had chipped blades, and some robes had holes corroded by voodoo, but they were all carefully sorted and stacked.

Coming from humble backgrounds, the disciples were influenced by their teachers from a young age and were not accustomed to the extravagant Fei Household. Even after receiving assistance from the government, with sufficient supplies and a full range of alchemy, artifacts, and talismans, they still knew the importance of thrift.

This can be seen from the fact that Kang Rongquan was directing the cultivators to set up new military tents not far away.

The roof was made of Buddhist banner fabric seized from the Cloud Marsh Shaman Venerable Hall. Although it was stained with blood and still had the afterglow of Buddhist light, it could be considered Higher Vehicle dwelling for the various righteous followers who had been recruited to risk their lives for the Dao Path of enlightenment.

"First, settle the wounded soldiers properly." Kang Dabao's voice was gentler than during the war. "The medicines we have prepared are not of high quality. Have Brother Yan go and get a slip from Fifth Master Fei, who manages the Fei Household's treasury, and request some Higher Vehicle pills."

In addition, distribute the Spirit-Purifying Sand retrieved from Ink Cloud Marsh so that cultivators can use it daily with spiritual spring water to cleanse their meridians and completely remove any remaining witchcraft poison.

Although Fei Nanfeng, Kang Dabao's uncle-in-law, had already formed False Core and severed his Dao Path, he was still considered a key figure in the now much more prosperous She Mountain Hall because of his relationship with Fei Nanying and his daughter and Fei Shuhe.

Sect Leader Kang Da has always been pragmatic and down-to-earth, and he doesn't hold grudges. Even before Core Formation, he was very courteous, and after Core Formation, he didn't act like a senior at all. As for settling scores later or being arrogant after gaining power, Fei Nanfeng and the other Fei Household cultivators had never heard of such things.

After nearly a century of living together, I have genuinely developed some feelings for this son-in-law whom I used to dislike.

Having this connection is certainly convenient; at least for ordinary matters such as requesting medicine for injuries, Kang Dabao no longer needs to ask the elders of the Fei Household for help.

Jin Shilun bowed and replied, "Yes, disciple will take care of it immediately. However, will the Fei Household be reluctant? After all, we already borrowed several supplies from Fei Household when we defeated Huang Mi."

Kang Dabao chuckled lightly, "Don't worry, my uncle-in-law might not speak to the elders about it. Besides, your master's wife will settle the debt."

Upon hearing the words "Master's wife," Jin Shilun's tense expression immediately relaxed considerably. Having grown up in the Chongming Sect since childhood, he knew best the significance of Fei Shuhe in the Fei Household.

He bowed and replied, "Disciple understands," then turned and strode away, the long sword on his back swaying lightly with each step, making him appear more agile than when he arrived.

Kang Dabao watched his retreating figure, the smile on his lips fading slightly, and his gaze returned to the camp.

Not far away, Kang Changzhao was squatting by the spiritual spring, carefully sprinkling the Spirit-Purifying Sand into the water. The pale blue sand particles dissolved upon contact with the water, shimmering with fine light patterns along the spring flow, as if draping the spiritual spring with a thin veil.

He chanted Hand Seals, drawing spring water that transformed into a mist that fell upon the wounded soldier. Gradually, some color returned to his pale face, and even his breathing movements became much smoother.

"My son is kind-hearted," Sect Leader Kang Da said with a faint smile, but he had no time to talk to Kang Changzhao. Instead, he turned his gaze elsewhere and then strolled over.

In the open space not far away, Jiang Qing was standing under a lush ancient tree. The long sword in his hand gleamed with a pale blue light, Luminous Sword Ape squatted at his feet, occasionally flicking at the fallen leaves with its claws, looking quite leisurely.

As soon as Sect Leader Kang Da approached, Jiang Qing Qingxuan sheathed her sword, turned around, and bowed to Kang Dabao, saying, "Senior Brother."

Kang Dabao gazed at the sword in his hand, a hint of approval flashing in his eyes, but he still warned, "You've only just emerged from seclusion. If you're thinking of going to find the False Core cultivator across the way to practice your swordsmanship, you might be caught off guard by Golden Core cultivator and might not be able to leave."

Jiang Qing smiled and looked at the Luminous Sword Ape: " In the Nascent Soul battlefield, how can you be so arrogant, Junior Brother? These days you've been honing your sword with the Sha Qi of war, and you've gained some unique insights."

"Hmm, you are a sword genius who appears only once every thousand years in Cloud Horn Prefecture, you are destined for this. But don't let it interfere with your own cultivation," Kang Dabao added, giving further instructions. Jiang Qing smiled, pulled out a corner of a plain brocade box from his sleeve, and said softly:

"I remember the teachings Jiang Qing my senior uncle and elder brother, and I won't delay. I just need to refine my Core Thesis and reach a state of perfection before I can give it a try."

"Indeed, I have never worried about your cultivation."

For once, a hint of pleasure appeared on the face of the Sect Leader Kang Da, but not long afterward, he summoned the heads of various households under his jurisdiction to discuss matters such as pensions and rotations.

After entrusting all matters, big and small, to Ye Zhengwen and Duan Anle for their assistance, Sect Leader Kang Da also had a rare opportunity to cultivate.

Even amidst continuous battles, the Double Brightness Alliance, situated on the former site of the Changning Sect, still managed to create a secluded place suitable for Golden Core cultivator like Kang Dabao.

This place was originally the abandoned scripture storage stone chamber of the Changning Sect, but Sect Leader Kang Da could not find any trace of his old friends here. Although it lacked the ornate carvings and abundant Spirit Vein of the elegant chambers of aristocratic Aristocratic Clan and sects, it had been simply organized by the array masters.

The cracks in the stone walls were filled with Spirit-Purifying Sand to block out noise, and the ground was covered with a layer of cloud-patterned brocade as thin as a cicada's wing. In the corner, there was a small bronze incense burner burning "tranquil incense" seized from the Cloud Marsh Shaman Venerable Hall. It barely lived up to the words "making do with what we have" and was enough to isolate the noise of the battlefield.

Kang Dabao slowly walked into the stone chamber, raised his hand and Jade Palace Impurity Breaker Halberd into the solid rock beside him. This Law Treasure, which had once pierced Preceptor Huang Mi's Golden Core, now had a chilling gleam at its tip. As soon as it touched the stone, a soft "hiss" was heard, and the Hardness rock was easily cut open like tofu, forming a groove that perfectly fit the halberd's body, becoming a perfectly formed weapon stand.

The halberd hung in mid-air, and a faint black Sha Qi slowly emanated from its tip, intertwining with the faint Spiritual Qi in the stone chamber. Gradually, it condensed into a semi-transparent light membrane, completely isolating the faint sounds of military tents and cultivators training from outside. Only the light smoke from incense burning inside slowly swirled within the light membrane.

Thanks to the good habits he developed during those hard times, Kang Dabao was able to obtain a Higher Vehicle jade futon, nearly of the Third Tier.

The futon is light blue in color and is made of a mixture of thousand-year-old agarwood core and black jade sand. It feels warm and smooth to the touch, and when you sit on it, it can spontaneously draw in the surrounding Spiritual Qi, helping cultivators to quickly calm their minds.

He sat cross-legged, lightly pinched the "meditation mudra" with his fingertips, interlocked his thumb and forefinger, and naturally extended the other three fingers, slowly closing his eyes.

In an instant, scenes from the battlefields of the past few months flashed through my mind like a revolving lantern: the dark brown miasma permeating the Ink Cloud Marsh, the blood-red Preceptor Huang Mi's brows, the golden Brahma light unleashed by Fei Donggu's Nirvana Thunder Sound Vajra, and the figures of the Double Brightness Alliance disciples clad in blood-stained robes, charging forward with swords in hand.

These images that had once troubled his mind gradually settled down like the receding tide as spiritual energy slowly circulated, transforming into pure nourishment for enlightenment that seeped into the depths of his Dantian.

"Hoo--" Kang Dabao exhaled a breath of turbid air, his chest rising and falling slightly. As his spiritual energy circulated, the three jade pendants that had been hidden in his Storage Bag suddenly flew out, each returning to its place and emitting a soft spiritual light, echoing each other and forming a subtle cycle of Spiritual Qi.

Even though his cultivation had reached the Golden Core Early Stage, Kang Dabao still didn't know the origin of these three jade pendants. However, over the years, he had been able to deduce the "Military Strategy Taught by the Halberd-Holder of the Wood Mansion Star Lord" to such a profound level.

It can perfect the "Delusion-Breaking Golden Eyes" and see through the illusions of the world; it can clearly understand all the methods recorded on the Black Bone;

To be able to thoroughly comprehend such a high-level Cultivation Method technique as the "Profound Clear Withering and Flourishing Secret Manual";

These three jade pendants have made a great contribution to helping people thoroughly understand the "Nine Tribulations Dao Planting" and attain the Upper-Grade Golden Core.

Based solely on his above-average Spirit Root aptitude, let alone advancing to the Golden Core within a century, even achieving a minor mastery of a single Cultivation Method would be a pipe dream.

Not to mention his current state, his skills are not lacking even among noble Aristocratic Clan. You should know that even Fei Nanying, the next head of the Ying Prefecture Fei Household, may not be able to surpass him in terms of the breadth and depth of his mastery of Cultivation Method.

Kang Dabao currently lacks only two things: a high level of cultivation and an excellent magic Law Treasure.

Compared to the former, the latter is barely adequate.

After all, although the Jade Palace Impurity Breaker Halberd was not a top-grade magic Law Treasure, it was still quite remarkable after being cleansed and tested by some Golden Core Essence Blood. This shows that Ancestor Tianqin had enough influence to make a weapon master like Gu Rong tailor-make it for Sect Leader Kang Da.

In addition, there are several Third Tier Law Treasure captured from the battlefield in the Storage Bag, which is enough to deal with ordinary battles. Moreover, Law Treasure cannot be rushed and must be sought slowly with fortuitous opportunity and resources.

The path of spiritual cultivation allows no room for slackness; it requires diligent practice day after day to make even the smallest progress.

At this moment, Kang Dabao temporarily put aside the life-and-death feuds and wars outside, and his Divine Sense was completely immersed in cultivation. The Golden Core in his Dantian slowly rotated, and spiritual power surged through his meridians like a stream. The stagnation of spiritual power left over from past battles gradually became unblocked under the nourishment of the jade pendant's Spiritual Qi and spiritual objects.

He could clearly feel that the patterns on the surface of the Golden Core were becoming clearer, and the spiritual energy was more condensed than before. Although it had not yet reached the barrier of the Middle Stage of Golden Core, it had taken a solid small step forward.

However, his smooth cultivation was not long-lasting, as the sounds of fighting outside seemed to gradually grow louder.