Chapter 86: Chapter 80 Sermon
The crowd had different thoughts.
Some people, who had only heard of the Enlightenment Tea Tree, felt that Ancestor Wang was being very generous despite past differences, but those with more knowledge understood that this seed actually had little value. However, as it came from a Celestial Human Realm expert, no one dared to comment.
Ning Qi watched from below, and a look of anticipation flashed through his eyes.
Since he began researching and cultivating the True Martial Peach Tree, he had developed some insights in this area. Perhaps he could plant this Enlightenment Tea Tree seed, and even optimize it in the future.
At that time,
True Martial Sect could have one more foundation, and it could also help him attain enlightenment.
However, the specific process would still require understanding the condition of the seed.
Ancestor Wang’s nervousness did not last long, as gazes gradually shifted to Cyan Bull Blade Master.
Of all the Celestial Human Realm experts present, he had yet to present a gift. Coupled with his identity on the Celestial Being List, it made everyone look forward to what kind of treasure he would bring out.
Even True Man Baihe and the Carefree Monarch were somewhat curious.
After all, Celestial Being List experts were always mysterious, and opportunities to meet them were rare.
Cyan Bull Blade Master, unhurried, as if oblivious to others, kept eating large chunks of meat. After swallowing a mouthful of it, he exhaled and laughed loudly:
"Long Shan, I came in a hurry this time and did not prepare a proper gift for you. Luckily, on the way here, I encountered a vicious tiger harming people, so I took its Inner Core. Hold on to it, and I’ll give you a better gift next time."
As he spoke,
a lightning-infused Exotic Beast Inner Core hovered from Cyan Bull Blade Master’s hand, with an incredibly fierce aura, which faintly roared like a mighty tiger, causing even Gang Essence Realm experts to feel a slight tremor of mind.
True Martial Dojo gradually quieted, and many eyes fell on the lightning-infused Inner Core, full of awe and admiration.
"Beast King Inner Core!"
"Such ease and leisure, is this the strength of a Celestial Being List expert?"
"Could this be the Inner Core of the Thunder Tiger Beast King of Lei State? I once had the chance to glimpse it from a distance in Black Water Marsh. I never expected to see it again in this way; truly, things are unpredictable."
Whispering discussions continued, and the appearance of the Celestial Being List expert immediately overshadowed all previous contributions.
Ning Qi looked at that Inner Core, his eyes filled with amazement.
What qualifies as a Beast King?
Only exotic beasts that rival Human Race Celestial Being Realm experts can be called Beast Kings.
In other words,
This Cyan Bull Blade Master effortlessly slaughtered an exotic beast comparable to the Celestial Human Realm and presented its Inner Core as a gift, revealing his immense strength. Moreover, this Beast King Inner Core is incredibly precious.
Exotic Beast Inner Cores are already rare, only cultivated by outstanding exotic beasts. For instance, the previously developed Gang Condensing Pill by Ning Qi primarily used Exotic Beast Inner Cores. But using a Beast King Inner Core to refine a Gang Condensing Pill would be an overkill; it has more valuable uses.
"On that Inner Core, there seems to be lingering Power of Heaven and Earth?" Ning Qi’s eyes flickered, developing an unusual desire for the Inner Core.
Amid the exclamations,
Taoist Longshan expressed his gratitude emotionally:
"Cyan Bull Brother’s presence at True Martial Mountain is already the most precious gift!"
This was not mere flattery.
The news of Cyan Bull Blade Master attending Taoist Longshan’s Celestial Being Grand Ceremony would ensure that any other Celestial Human Realm who contemplated moving against True Martial Sect would weigh the significance of this Celestial Being List expert.
Cyan Bull Blade Master just smiled and waved his hand.
He had long favored Taoist Longshan.
Now it was further proof that his judgment was accurate.
On the True Martial Dojo,
the crowd was still somewhat immersed in awe.
One treasure after another broadened everyone’s horizons, which is one of the significances of attending grand events—gaining knowledge and having something to boast about later.
However,
as the enthusiasm for presenting gifts gradually waned, the crowd’s anticipation was building for what would be the highlight of the Celestial Being Grand Ceremony.
Taoist Longshan was not one to linger.
He stood up, his Taoist robe gently fluttering, his gaze surveying the venue with a smile:
"You all traveled thousands of miles to True Martial Mountain to attend my Celestial Being Grand Ceremony. I am deeply grateful and have nothing to repay you with, except to share the Path of Celestial Being with you."
"However, I am only beginning to glimpse the Celestial Dao, so if there are any errors in my discourse, I ask for your tolerance."
This last line was directed at the four Celestial Human Realm experts.
After all, his experience was the shallowest, having entered the Celestial Human Realm the most recently.
However,
Taoist Longshan had his confidence.
He was insightful, and after meditating for more than six months, he had developed his own understanding of the Path of Celestial Being. Most importantly, he possessed the ’Unity of Heaven and Man’ Secret Technique previously given by Ning Qi. This technique had elevated his understanding of resonating with the world to an entirely new level!
The audience at the dojo loudly proclaimed in unison:
"We are grateful beyond words for the True Man’s teaching!"
Eyes were burning with passion, especially those of the Primordial Core Realm experts.
Even several Celestial Beings grew serious.
Those who could ascend the Celestial Human Realm were never simpleminded, hearing others’ insights was not a bad thing for them. Although Taoist Longshan had just entered Celestial Being, probably not as adept as the other four, respect was necessary.
The True Martial Dojo was so quiet that a pin drop could be heard.
Taoist Longshan sat cross-legged, his form gradually rising.
He slowly closed his eyes, myriad thoughts coursing through his mind, and began to speak:
"The so-called Path of Celestial Being is to unite man with heaven, to unite spirit with heaven. How to achieve this? It is by merging the spirit with the Primordial Core, reaching a state of no thought, no desire, no defilement, no dust..."
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"By resonating with the world, human force can manipulate the Power of Heaven and Earth, turning decay into miracle and impossibility into possibility..."
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"In the Celestial Being Realm, one cultivates the Three Flowers of Heaven, Earth, and Human. The Human Flower pertains to essence, the Earth Flower to qi, and the Heaven Flower to spirit. When the Three Flowers of Heaven, Earth, and Human gather at the head, marvelous things occur..."
"..."
Taoist Longshan spoke slowly, his voice imbued with a mysterious power. He was attempting to communicate the Power of Heaven and Earth, trying as much as possible to clearly convey his insights.
The guests had come from afar, bringing valuable gifts, so Taoist Longshan naturally wouldn’t be stingy. Though he wouldn’t impart all his knowledge as he did with Ning Qi, he shared as many beneficial insights as possible so that they wouldn’t leave empty-handed.
At this moment,
many Martial Path experts listened mesmerized; some showed joy, quickly falling into contemplation, while others caught a glimmer of insight and struggled to retain that spark of opportunity.
Some, with lower cultivation levels, couldn’t understand a thing, frantically grabbing their ears yet striving to memorize the lecture.
Everyone felt genuine admiration for Taoist Longshan. Whether he was offering real substance was something they could sense.
Not only on True Martial Mountain,
but even as Taoist Longshan began to teach, True Martial disciples hurried back and forth, conveying his teaching to True Martial City. Although not as impactful as attending in the dojo, it ensured completeness and accuracy.
True Martial City was equally abuzz.
Meanwhile, several Celestial Human Realm experts,
also nodded silently, with slight admiration in their eyes, Taoist Longshan indeed had exceptional insight.
But that thought didn’t last long.
Suspicion crept into their hearts, their expressions grew more serious.
Taoist Longshan continued his discourse:
"In the Realm of Celestial Being Unity, uniting the spirit with the Primordial Core is one way. But could there be another? The Primordial Core is achieved postnatally, but could there be something innate within the human body that resonates with the universe?"
This time, even Cyan Bull Blade Master’s gaze became solemn.
Could it be that...this was actually insightful?