Chapter 1632
The First Rank 5 High-Grade Array Master
"Father, Mother, you are too easily bribed."
"Besides, I've given you plenty of nice things over the years. Even though you didn't accept them, I've given you just as many as my second sister."
"How can my child be worse than a second-tier child?!"
"Your favoritism is so obvious."
But Ling Chengmie, standing to the side, was somewhat unhappy and said indignantly.
"Ha ha ha ha……"
The Ling Pengyun couple were amused.
The family was immediately overjoyed.
……
the other side.
Inside the cave dwelling owned by Ling Penglin and the Star Origin Array Master couple.
“My husband, the book on formation techniques that you gave me before is really good. I plan to study it first.”
"Furthermore, my husband, I owe my family a great debt of gratitude. As far as I know, my clan has collected a lot of high-level array materials through the cultivation of various spiritual plants and through various channels of the Cangxuan lineage."
"Therefore, after some time, I would like to ask you to work together to improve the protective formation of Brother Pengyun's cave, as well as some of the family's high-level formations."
"I wonder if you would be willing to help."
After seeing off all the guests from the previous banquet and cleaning up the mess, Ling Penglin had a private conversation with her husband, the Star Origin Array Master.
Although her array formation skills have reached the mid-level of the fifth rank, it would be difficult for her to completely strengthen the array formations throughout the family on her own.
However, Xingyuan Array Master had received the true teachings of two profound array masters, Xinghai Ancestor and Xingqing Elder, and had already entered the fifth-order mid-grade array path.
His expertise in this area is quite good.
With their help in perfecting the formation, this matter will be much easier.
"That is certainly possible."
"It's not a big deal."
The Star Element Array Master had no objection to this, and he had already regarded Ling Penglin as one with him.
Therefore, after Ling Penglin broke through to the next realm with the help of the Ling family, he also wanted to give back to the Ling family.
"My husband, you are so good..."
Ling Penglin felt a warmth in her heart upon hearing this.
Afterwards, the two spent some time together, and Ling Penglin immediately took the array manual given to her by the Star Origin Array Master and went into seclusion.
The Star Origin Array Master temporarily sought out high-level array masters such as the Star Sea Ancestor to continue studying the fifth-tier top-grade Rock Ghost Array of the Rock Demon Clan.
……
In a blink of an eye.
Several years passed.
'The gains from this seclusion have been truly numerous. Furthermore, my cultivation recently advanced to the mid-stage of the Nascent Soul realm, resulting in significant improvement, which has also benefited my understanding of formations.'
'Upon careful calculation, I estimate that the probability of me successfully setting up some mid-grade fifth-tier formations that I am proficient in is around 40% to 50%.'
'This is enough to place him among the top-tier array masters of the same level, and he's not far from becoming a high-grade fifth-tier array master.'
After Ling Penglin thoroughly understood the classic text on formation techniques compiled by Ancestor Xinghai and Elder Xingqing, she benefited greatly, and a hint of joy appeared on her face.
She then sought out the Star Origin Array Master, and together they improved the protective array of Ling Pengyun and his wife's cave dwelling.
Although the formation was still only of the middle grade of the fifth rank, its power had increased considerably, making it a mid-to-high-grade formation among those of the same rank.
Its full power is even enough to block two or three mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivators, which is quite impressive.
In addition, she worked with the Star Origin Array Master to improve some of the family's fifth-tier low-grade arrays to fifth-tier mid-grade arrays using some high-level array materials from the family's warehouse.
They only stopped when all the array materials accumulated by the family were exhausted.
Their actions also strengthened the family's array formation foundation by several times.
'The family's decision to help Penglin reach the mid-stage of the Nascent Soul realm was truly a wise one.'
Furthermore, as the family's array formation capabilities improve, the security of the family's various treasure troves will also be greatly enhanced.
After learning everything, Ling Pengyun felt somewhat relieved.
……
Some time passed.
After Ling Penglin and the Xingyuan Array Master couple finished dealing with all the miscellaneous matters, they returned to their normal routine and assisted Xinghai Ancestor and other high-level array masters in comprehending the Rock Ghost Array.
During this period, Ling Penglin's mastery of formations improved considerably in recent times.
In addition, during the process of comprehending the formation, everyone learned from each other's strengths and made up for their weaknesses.
Ling Penglin's presence accelerated everyone's understanding of the formation.
The benefits of this matter are extraordinary, since if everyone can comprehend the formation as soon as possible, they can also rebuild it into a righteous formation sooner.
Furthermore, because Ling Penglin often discussed Dao with other high-level array masters, her improved skills also greatly helped them in their array Dao.
"Penglin, your improvement in cultivation has indirectly benefited the formation quite a bit."
"Moreover, upon closer examination, your mastery of formations has improved remarkably quickly."
"Perhaps it won't be long before you surpass this old man."
"But when the time comes, remember not to forget this old man."
"By the way, Xingyuan, you also need to work harder. Look at Penglin, his array formation skills have been continuously improving, and then look at you."
"In the more than ten years since you embarked on the path of mid-grade fifth-order formations, you haven't made any progress."
Elder Xingqing, who was in charge of comprehending the ghost formation, showed countless expressions of appreciation and approval on his kind face. He made a joke and nodded to the Star Origin Formation Master.
The Star Origin Array Master's aptitude for array formations is actually quite good. Logically speaking, even though the path of fifth-order mid-grade array formations is relatively complex, he should be able to steadily improve his proficiency in this path.
However, in recent years, in order to gather resources for Ling Penglin as soon as possible and help her break through to the mid-stage of the Nascent Soul realm, he has been using the Dao of Formations to set up or improve various formations for major forces in order to make a profit.
Indirectly, he wasted a lot of time trying to comprehend the principles of formations.
Elder Xingqing, being his master, naturally knew about this matter.
Moreover, since Ling Penglin has now entered the mid-stage of the Nascent Soul realm, he intends to have the Star Origin Array Masters refocus their main attention on the Way of Arrays.
Regardless, the Star Element Array Master was the true disciple he valued most, and he had high expectations for him.
In addition, although he and Ling Penglin were not from the same faction.
However, the relationship between Xinghai Pavilion behind him and Ling Penglin's Ling family is extraordinary.
Moreover, since nearly a thousand years ago, when Ling Penglin reached the fifth level of array formation, he often followed him to practice array formation.
Ling Penglin was also very talented in formations, even comparable to him, which made him extremely admire her.
In addition, Ling Penglin was his Daoist partner, a disciple of the Star Origin Array Master.
He had long regarded Ling Penglin as one of his own.
“Master, my husband’s skill in array formations has been stagnant, mainly because of me.”
"But rest assured, from this day forward, I will do my utmost to help my husband comprehend the Dao of Formations."
"Furthermore, while the improvement of my cultivation has benefited my understanding of formations, this benefit is not enough to directly increase my formation skills by such a large margin; it can only increase gradually." "The main reason is that I owe a great deal to the formation experience manual compiled by Master Xingqing and Grandmaster Xinghai."
"..."
Ling Penglin did not take credit, but smiled modestly.
"Master, please rest assured, I will definitely keep your words in mind and will not let you down in the future."
Upon hearing what Madam Ling Penglin said, Master Xingyuan felt a warmth in his heart, and he also guessed what Elder Xingqing meant, so he immediately spoke up.
"Alright, I'll wait until the day you improve your array formation skills."
"Besides, Penglin, you really have a sweet tongue."
"And it is a good thing that you two, as a couple, can support each other."
"I hope that you two, as a couple, can go even further in the path of formations."
Elder Xingqing's kind face couldn't help but show a smile.
Afterwards, he discussed the art of formations with Ling Penglin and gained some insights.
In addition, he has gained a lot of insights during his recent years of studying the fifth-grade top-quality rock ghost formation.
Moreover, he has been studying the principles of formations for nearly two thousand years, and his knowledge of formations is profound.
In his early years, when Xinghai Pavilion and other forces from Cangxuan Realm were venturing into Tianhe Realm, they acquired many array inheritances that could directly reach the fifth-order high-grade level, so he did not need to worry about inheritance for the time being.
He then went into seclusion, intending to attempt to master the fifth-order superior-grade array formation.
At the beginning, he did encounter some setbacks.
But as time went by, after more than a decade, he finally succeeded after several attempts.
Because he did not intend to cover it up, those who were close to him, such as Ling Penglin and Ling Pengyun, all learned about it.
Since this matter was so astonishing, Ling Pengyun and the others immediately went to the door to offer their congratulations.
"Congratulations to Senior Sister Xingqing for entering the fifth-order superior array path."
"Moreover, upon closer examination, you can be considered to have pioneered the art of array formation in our Cangxuan Realm. You are the only array master in the history of our Cangxuan Realm to have stepped into such an extraordinary realm. You are truly remarkable."
Ling Pengyun held him in the highest esteem.
"Yes!"
"If this matter were to spread back to the Cangxuan Realm, it would probably be enough to make you famous throughout the entire Cangxuan Realm. In fact, you might even become the founding ancestor of all array masters in our Cangxuan Realm and be worshipped by all array masters."
"..."
Ling Penglin and the Star Origin Array Master and others said with joy.
"Hey."
"That being said, these are all just empty titles."
"Moreover, my ability to reach this realm is actually related to you, Pengyun. If it weren't for you, Pengyun, wielding the Netherworld Blade, helping me and my sect reach the Heavenly River Realm, the place of the Dao Path, and thus obtaining extraordinary benefits, even the inheritance of a high-level array master."
"Otherwise, I'm afraid that even if I dedicate my entire life to the art of array formations, I will only reach the lower or middle grades of the fifth rank, just like the predecessors of array formations in my Cangxuan Realm."
Elder Xingqing sighed and then spoke to Ling Pengyun with a hint of gratitude.
His words also resonated with Ling Penglin, the Star Origin Array Master, and other powerful figures standing nearby.
They, like Elder Xingqing, arrived in the Heavenly River Realm because of Ling Pengyun, which is why they have reached their current status.
They were especially grateful to Ling Pengyun.
"There's no need for that, everyone. You've all helped me a great deal since you arrived in the Heavenly River Realm."
"Then you all owe nothing more."
Ling Pengyun said with a smile.
But what he said is also true.
His initial reason for bringing Elder Xingqing and the others to the Heavenly River Realm was not simply out of kindness.
At that time, his cultivation level was only at the early or middle stage of the Nascent Soul stage.
While such strength is commendable in the prosperous Tianhe Realm, it's unlikely to make a significant name for oneself.
However, if powerful figures from all the major forces in the Cangxuan Realm were to assist them, the situation would be different.
It is precisely because everyone has come together that the Cangxuan lineage is now able to dominate a region in such a precious land as the Tianhe Realm.
They are even indispensable.
After chatting for a while, the group presented various gifts to Elder Xingqing.
Elder Xingqing did not accept those good things for nothing; she took out a large amount of high-grade spirit wine and other treasures to entertain Ling Pengyun and the others.
After everything was settled, Ling Pengyun and most of the other guests gradually dispersed.
However, Elder Xingqing secretly kept Xingyuan Array Master and Ling Penglin, who were closer to her, behind.
"Master, why have you kept my husband and me here?"
The Star Element Array Master and Ling Penglin and his wife were somewhat puzzled.
"My entry into the fifth-order superior path is both a good thing and a bad thing."
"This path is extremely profound. After I entered this realm, my progress in array formations became extremely slow."
"I'm afraid that I will never be able to reach a higher level of array formation in the future."
"I plan to dedicate more time in the future to helping you two little ones comprehend the Dao of Array Formations, and even to cultivate more high-level array masters for my Star Sea Pavilion, as well as to study the Rock Ghost Array."
"If you are currently facing any problems with formations, please speak them out directly, and I will do my best to help you resolve them."
Elder Xingqing's brows furrowed with a mixture of helplessness and determination.
The situation he is facing is something most array masters have encountered, and it is difficult to resolve.
Furthermore, his ability to reach this level far exceeded his initial expectations when he began his quest for enlightenment.
He was quite satisfied and came to terms with it, deciding to change his approach and shine in the art of formations.
“Master… I am truly grateful for such kindness, but you don’t need to think that way. Although the predicament you are facing is difficult to resolve, if you fight hard, there may be hope of breaking through.”
Upon hearing this, Ling Penglin and the Star Origin Array Master felt somewhat heavy-hearted and offered words of comfort.
"I understand what you're saying, but I know my own situation best."
Elder Xingqing gave a wry smile and then urged them to begin their discussion.
Although Ling Penglin and the Star Origin Array Master still tried to persuade her, Elder Xingqing had already made up her mind, so they could only sigh helplessly.
However, Elder Xingqing's mastery of formations has improved significantly since her breakthrough.
After receiving their guidance, they reaped extraordinary rewards.
"After receiving guidance from Master Xingqing this time, as long as we go into seclusion to digest it, we may be able to save at least several decades of arduous training in formations."
"The benefits of having a mentor are truly immense."
Ling Penglin and the Star Origin Array Master were secretly delighted. They then thanked the Star Clear Array Master and entered seclusion.
"I wonder how far these two little ones will go in the path of formations in the future."
As Elder Xingqing watched their departing figures, he revealed boundless expectations, and he also placed his long-cherished wish of creating an even more magnificent array on them.
This is also why he was willing to share all his knowledge. (End of Chapter)