Chapter 1313
Hope for a Breakthrough in Cultivation
Two purple lightning dragons, carrying the Azure Dragon Dao Scripture, transformed into two streaks of purple lightning, whistling across the sky above the Flying Heaven Gate.
In the blink of an eye, it disappeared into the horizon, leaving only a few clear dragon roars.
Ye Yang stood in front of the cave entrance, watching them go, without immediately turning back to the cave.
He stood with his hands behind his back, a deep thought flashing in his eyes.
The shock of Li Bayuan's death was far more profound to him than it appeared on the surface.
The path of cultivation is inherently defying the heavens, wrestling with the heavens for longevity, battling the earth for strength, and fighting for one's life against others.
The journey is fraught with danger; a slight misstep could destroy one's foundation and cause one's soul to be scattered.
Even if one cultivates to the Dao Realm and becomes a powerful figure, one cannot guarantee that those around them will live long and healthy lives, nor can one prevent regrets from happening.
"The path of cultivation is inherently a solitary one, and the more so, the more we must bravely forge ahead."
Ye Yang murmured softly, his tone tinged with melancholy. As he finished speaking, a resolute glint gradually appeared in his eyes.
Without further hesitation, he turned back to his cave, slowly closed the stone door, and shut out the noise from the outside world.
The cave was filled with rich spiritual energy, and Ye Yang sat cross-legged on the jade bed in the center.
He formed a hand seal, and a flash of azure light appeared in his hands. The Azure Dragon Dao Fruit slowly emerged and floated in his palm.
The Dao Fruit is lustrous and greenish-blue, with fine Dao patterns covering its surface.
A vibrant, warm blue aura surrounded him.
It seems to contain the vitality of the entire spring; a gentle sniff can refresh the mind and calm the soul.
"Although the Azure Dragon Dao Fruit is a supreme treasure containing endless vitality, simply consuming it provides limited help to cultivators undergoing tribulation, and cannot fundamentally help them break through bottlenecks and solidify their Dao foundation."
Ye Yang stared at the Dao Fruit in his palm, pondered for a moment, and then had an idea.
With a thought, he probed into his storage ring.
A moment later, an ancient jade slip slowly flew out and landed in his hand.
The edges of this jade slip are yellowed, and it is engraved with several vigorous ancient characters.
Xuanwu Danjue (Black Tortoise Elixir Formula).
It was the precious technique that the Xuanwu divine beast had previously taught him.
This item comes from the legacy of the Xuanwu Holy Sect.
"The Xuanwu Pill Refining Manual contains countless advanced pill refining methods, especially the pure yang refining method, which is the most exquisite. If I can combine the vitality of the Azure Dragon Dao Fruit with the pure yang refining method of the Xuanwu Pill Refining Manual to deduce and refine a high-grade treasure pill, it might help me break through the bottleneck and greatly improve my cultivation."
A hint of anticipation flashed in Ye Yang's eyes. He then closed his eyes, concentrated, and devoted himself to comprehending the pill formula.
Time passed slowly, and the cave remained quiet.
Only Ye Yang's steady breathing and the spiritual light emanating from the Azure Dragon Dao Fruit slowly swirled in the air remained.
His consciousness was completely immersed in the Xuanwu Danjue, and soon its vast contents flooded into his mind like a tide.
Countless pill formulas, alchemy techniques, and methods for harmonizing Dao patterns rapidly circulated and settled in his mind.
"Found it! That's it!"
Ye Yang gave a low shout and quickly traced lines in the air with his fingers.
Mysterious patterns appeared in the air, gleaming with a faint golden light.
The patterns are clear and contain a rich Daoist charm, which are the basic alchemical patterns needed for alchemy.
"The Thunder Yang Treasure Pill is based on the Azure Dragon Dao Fruit, supplemented with high-grade pure Yang spiritual herbs such as Nine-Turn Profound Yang Grass, Thousand-Year Fire Ganoderma, Heavenly Heart Lotus Seed, and Purple Cloud Lingzhi. By using the pure Yang refining method of the Xuanwu Pill Technique to condense pure Yang Dao essence, it can help cultivators undergoing tribulation break through their current shackles and advance further!"
As Ye Yang deduced, he murmured to himself, his fingers tracing the red patterns faster and faster.
However, as the deduction progressed, the joy on Ye Yang's face gradually faded.
"Not enough... still not enough..."
A hint of helplessness flashed in Ye Yang's eyes.
"Although the Flying Heaven Sect has many spiritual herbs, including quite a few high-grade pure yang herbs, their purity and potency are ultimately lacking. To truly refine a precious pill that can help cultivators break through tribulation, it is necessary to use top-grade spiritual liquid to harmonize the medicinal power and maximize its effects."
Ye Yang fell into deep thought, his mind racing as he recalled all the top-tier spiritual liquids he knew.
They are filtering out the types that meet the requirements.
The Flying Heaven Sect currently possesses a collection of spiritual liquids, including the Nine Heavens Spiritual Spring and the Purple Mansion Immortal Liquid, which is a rare find even once in a century.
However, after deduction, Ye Yang discovered that these spiritual liquids were either not potent enough or had incorrect properties.
None of them can meet the requirements for refining a sixth-order Thunder Sun.
"Eastern Sea Eye, Divine Water of the Wood Element!"
Suddenly, Ye Yang seemed to have thought of something, and the names of two spiritual materials immediately appeared in his mind.
A flicker of excitement flashed in his eyes.
"Legend has it that deep within the eye of the East Sea, there surges the Divine Water of Wood, the purest treasure of wood in the world, containing endless vitality and pure yang energy. It can not only nourish the foundation of one's Dao and repair the soul, but also harmonize the medicinal power of various high-grade spiritual herbs. It is exactly the spiritual liquid I need!"
With that thought in mind, Ye Yang no longer hesitated and had already made up his mind.
He flashed out of the cave and flew towards the council hall on the main peak of the Flying Heaven Sect.
The Flying Gate Council Hall was solemn and dignified, with neatly arranged seats inside. The main seat was at the top, and the elders' seats were on both sides.
At this moment, Gu Xuan, Yan Qingying, Huo Bingshuang, and other core elders had received Ye Yang's order and gathered in the main hall to wait.
Gu Xuan's face was aged, his hair was gray, and there was still grief in his eyes after Li Bayuan's death.
Huo Bing Shuang was dressed in white, with a gentle figure and soft eyes, but she could not hide the solemnity between her brows.
Yan Qingying was dressed in a tight-fitting outfit, with a tall and straight posture, sharp eyes, and a powerful aura emanating from her. She was always on high alert.
When everyone saw Ye Yang suddenly appear, they all stood up and bowed.
"Greetings, Dao Ancestor!"
"Please, everyone, no need for formalities, please sit down."
Ye Yang waved his hand, his tone calm, and his gaze swept over the elders present, getting straight to the point.
"I have summoned you today to discuss two important matters concerning the future of our sect."
The elders all sat up straight, their expressions growing increasingly solemn, listening attentively without any sign of slacking off.
Yan Qingying spoke first, asking softly, "Senior brother, what important matter is it? Please enlighten me."
Ye Yang nodded and spoke slowly.
"The first thing I did recently was to study the Xuanwu Pill Manual and, combined with the characteristics of the Azure Dragon Dao Fruit, deduce a sixth-order Thunder Yang pill formula."
"This pill is specially designed for cultivators undergoing tribulation. If it can be successfully refined, it can condense a pure yang foundation and greatly enhance cultivation and combat power."
"Moreover, we can take this opportunity to re-determine and refine a second-grade Thunder Yang Pill, which will be of great use even to those in the Nascent Soul Dao Realm or the Refining Void Dao Realm."
Is this true?
Gu Xuan spoke first, his tone tinged with excitement.
She is now at the late stage of the Nascent Soul Dao Realm, but has been stuck at the bottleneck for a long time and has been unable to break through.
With Lei Yang's help, I will surely be able to break through to the late stage of the Thunder Tribulation and my combat power will be greatly enhanced. "This is absolutely true, and I have already completed the preliminary derivation of the pill formula."
Ye Yang nodded slightly, his expression firm, then changed the subject, his tone becoming serious.
"However, there is a major problem in refining this Thunder Yang Elixir: it requires a top-grade spiritual liquid to harmonize the medicinal power of all the spiritual herbs and maximize their effects."
"Senior brother, what kind of spiritual liquid is it? The Flying Heaven Sect's medicine storehouse has quite a few spiritual liquids, which may meet your requirements."
"All the spiritual liquids in the sect's medicine storehouse are insufficient to meet the requirements. Currently, only the Yi Wood Divine Water from the depths of the East Sea Eye contains endless vitality and pure Yang energy, making it the best main ingredient for refining the Thunder Yang Treasure Pill."
"East Sea? Yi Wood Divine Water?"
"The situation in the East China Sea is now chaotic, with demons running rampant. It is no longer the East China Sea of yesteryear. Ever since the destruction of the East China Sea Dragon Palace, that sea area has become a land of chaos."
Ye Yang looked around at everyone.
"Therefore, I need to go to the East Sea to search for precious materials during this period of time. The Flying Heaven Gate cannot be left unguarded."
Ye Yang's tone softened a bit, and his gaze fell on Gu Xuan as he slowly made arrangements.
"Sect Leader Gu is experienced, calm and mature. I entrust you with the overall management of all affairs of the sect, including the disciples. You must also keep the disciples at ease, safeguard the foundation of the sect, and prevent any trouble from arising."
"Yan Qingying and Huo Bingshuang, I need you two to assist the sect leader in stabilizing the situation within the sect, managing the sect's affairs, and ensuring the sect operates normally."
Gu Xuan nodded slightly.
"Rest assured, Dao Ancestor, I will do my utmost to manage the affairs of the sect, appease the disciples, and safeguard the foundation of the sect. I will never let you have any worries."
Seeing the two purple lightning dragons leave.
Ye Yang thought of Gu Qingshu.
Gu Qingshu is an elder of the Flying Heaven Sect. She is exceptionally talented and highly skilled, and was once one of the core combat forces of the Flying Heaven Sect.
Many years ago, in order to protect the sect, he forcibly broke through the Purple Mansion Realm and transformed into a three-headed Devouring Python, and could no longer return to human form.
Even now, her mind is sometimes clear and sometimes confused.
They could only hide deep within the forbidden area of the Flying Gate.
"The Azure Dragon Dao Canon was created specifically for scaled beasts. Elder Gu has now transformed into a three-headed Devouring Python. If we could let her cultivate the Azure Dragon Dao Canon, it might help stabilize her soul and even give her a chance to return to human form."
Ye Yang thought to himself, then changed his mind. He flashed away and instead of leaving the council hall, he flew towards the depths of the Flying Heaven Gate's forbidden area.
Deep within the forbidden area of the Flying Heaven Gate lies a place entirely different from the blessed lands and grotto-heavens of the outside world.
The spiritual energy here is thin, cold and damp, with scattered rocks and weeds everywhere. A faint chill permeates the air, making one shudder.
Deep within the forbidden area lies a dark cave, its entrance shrouded in a faint black mist, giving it an eerie appearance. This is where Gu Qingshu lives in seclusion.
Ye Yang moved swiftly and arrived at the cave entrance. He stopped and spoke softly in a gentle tone.
"Elder Gu, Ye Yang has come to visit. Please come out and meet him."
His voice wasn't loud, but it carried a faint Daoist charm, piercing through the black mist at the cave entrance and clearly entering the cave.
The cave was pitch black and quiet, without any movement, as if it were uninhabited.
Ye Yang remained calm and patiently waited at the cave entrance. A moment later,
A rustling sound came from inside the cave.
Immediately afterwards, a huge shadow slowly crept out of the cave.
It was an enormous three-headed serpent, its entire body covered in jet-black scales with faint golden patterns. Each of its three heads was the size of a house.
Upon seeing Ye Yang, the three-headed Devouring Pythons slowly raised their middle head, their scarlet vertical pupils staring at Ye Yang. A hint of familiarity flashed in their eyes, and their minds became clearer.
"Ye Dao... Dao Ancestor... it's you... how did you come here... I... in my current state... it's really... inconvenient for anyone to see me..."
Ye Yang looked at her and said.
"Elder Gu, there's no need to take it to heart. You have contributed a great deal to the Flying Heaven Sect and are a hero of the sect. No matter what you become, in my heart, you will always be an elder of the Flying Heaven Sect and my fellow disciple."
He paused, then continued.
"I have come here today because I have an opportunity to bestow upon you, Elder. I possess the Azure Dragon Dao Scripture, which was created specifically for scaled beasts and contains the pure Dao essence of the dragon race. You are currently transformed into a three-headed Devouring Python. If you can comprehend this Azure Dragon Dao Scripture, it will not only stabilize your soul and improve your beast form, but you may also be able to advance further and have the opportunity to return to human form."
As soon as he finished speaking, a flash of light appeared in Ye Yang's hand, and a stream of cyan light flew out and landed in front of Gu Qingshu.
The three-headed Devouring Python shuddered, and all three heads rose simultaneously.
In the six scarlet vertical pupils, an expression of disbelief was revealed, filled with surprise and disbelief.
"The Azure Dragon Dao Scripture, a secret technique practiced by the legendary Thunderous True Dragon of the Dragon Clan?"
She spoke with difficulty, her voice hoarse.
"Dao Ancestor...this item...is precious."
"Elder Gu, there's no need for further words."
"You have sacrificed too much for the Flying Heaven Sect. Now that you have this opportunity, it rightfully belongs to you."
"If you diligently study and cultivate, you will surely be able to regain your human form and become a core fighting force of the Flying Heaven Sect once again, protecting the Flying Heaven Sect with us."
Without waiting for Gu Qingshu's response, he vanished from the spot in a flash.
"Dao Ancestor... Your great kindness... I, Gu, will never forget it..."
Gu Qingshu's voice choked with sobs as she bowed her head three times in the direction Ye Yang had left.
"I, Gu, will certainly devote myself to studying the Daoist scriptures, live up to the Dao Ancestor's trust, and repay the Dao Ancestor's kindness in the future, and protect the Flying Heaven Gate!"
After leaving the forbidden area, Ye Yang did not linger and went straight back to his cave.
Instead of immediately heading to the East Sea, he sat cross-legged on the jade bed and took out the Xuanwu Pill Manual once again.
By incorporating the properties of the Yi Wood Divine Water from the East Sea Eye into the pill formula, the pill formula for the sixth-order Thunder Yang was re-examined and improved.
His fingertips shimmered with spiritual light, and mysterious cinnabar patterns intertwined and condensed in the void.
The life force of the Azure Dragon Dao Fruit, the pure power of the Yi Wood Divine Water, the masculine power of the Nine-Turn Profound Yang Grass, the fiery power of the Thousand-Year Fire Fungus...
The medicinal properties of various elixirs gradually merged and became more and more compatible in his deductions.
Time passed slowly, and Ye Yang remained immersed in the deduction of the pill formula, constantly adjusting the proportions of the spiritual herbs, perfecting the method of matching the pill patterns, and making up for any shortcomings.
After an unknown amount of time, when the last pill pattern condensed and took shape in the void, perfectly merging with the other pill patterns.
A complete sixth-order Thunder Yang Pill formula finally took shape before Ye Yang, radiating a faint golden light and containing rich Daoist charm and pure Yang energy.
"It's done! It's finally done!"
A look of wild joy flashed in Ye Yang's eyes. He let out a long sigh of relief, and a smile of relief appeared on his face.
"The Thunder Yang Treasure Pill uses the Yi Wood Divine Water as the main ingredient, the Azure Dragon Dao Fruit as the auxiliary ingredient, and is further combined with high-grade pure Yang spiritual herbs such as Nine-Turn Profound Yang Grass, Thousand-Year Fire Ganoderma, Heavenly Heart Lotus Seed, and Purple Cloud Lingzhi. It uses the pure Yang refining method of the Xuanwu Pill Technique to condense the pure Yang Daoist essence."
"If this pill is successfully made, it will be enough to give cultivators above the Nascent Soul Realm a slight chance to break through!"
Ye Yang took a deep breath, his mind stirring.
After doing all this, he slowly stood up.
At this moment, on the eastern horizon, Ye Yang's figure transformed into a streak of sword light, speeding towards the East China Sea.
The East China Sea stretches endlessly, its waves surging and towering hundreds of feet high. The water is a deep blue, seemingly without end. (End of Chapter)