Crossing into Immortal Cultivation

  The two brothers didn't talk much and hurried on their way. After going through several days and nights, they returned smoothly to the sect.

  On this road, I haven't encountered any more hardships.

  After entering the sect, one should go to pay respects to the master.

  Two people arrived at Xiao Zhu Peak, but heard that the Master had already closed his door. Xu Ziqing was slightly stunned and asked Qiuzi: "Is the Master all right?"

  At this time, he was worried that his master would have some trouble in a few years, which is why he did so.

  Qiu Ze's face was filled with joy: "The Master has touched the key to breaking through, and has been trying in closed cultivation for a year now, surely nothing is wrong."

  Xu Ziqing was even more astonished.

  His master's qualifications and accumulation are only mediocre at best, and he doesn't even have any spiritual elixirs or miraculous medicines on him, so how can he possibly be about to break through so quickly?

  Qiu Zezi also saw the confusion of his second senior brother and said, "Reporting to Second Senior Brother, I don't know the reason either. It's just that one day Master suddenly mentioned closing up and sealed the cave."

  Actually, none of them had guessed that the true reason was that Qiu Hui Zhenren was deeply moved by the two disciples who offered him the precious Ba Suo fruit without hesitation. Although his aptitude was not good, his foundation was still solid, and after forming the Golden Elixir, he only needed to make a small breakthrough, but the fundamental reason was the constraints of his mental state. Apart from feeling that it was difficult for him to advance further, he also felt guilty because his most beloved disciple had become estranged due to his neglect in taking care of him when he was young, and had almost taken the path of ruthless killing with the sword, which was a dead end. Even though his most beloved disciple eventually succeeded in breaking through and obtained great power, bringing another extremely talented disciple, the regret in his heart still lingered.

  However, due to the matter of the peach blossom, Qiu He Zhenren only then realized that he was a mediocre person who was disturbing himself. The eldest disciple's heart was tied to the sword path, and as his master, it would be enough for him to make him happy. Even if the eldest disciple had frozen emotions, wasn't he still respectful towards him and protective of his fellow disciples? People's personalities are different, perhaps this eldest disciple, even if he didn't practice the ruthless killing sword path, was still like that by nature. There was no need for him to constantly worry about it, and instead hurt the good intentions of the other disciples.

  With this thought open, the psychological shackles disappeared immediately, and when he practiced again, it was much smoother.

  In this state, Qiu Hezhen suddenly felt that moment of breakthrough.

  Although it's not necessarily a breakthrough every time you retreat, but after all, it's about touching that membrane, and no longer being unable to see the path ahead.

  As for Xu Ziqing, he nodded after hearing Qiu Ze's words and didn't make things difficult.

  Soon, eight younger sisters also came to pay their respects to the two older brothers, while Long Xuan and Yue Jun, who were staying at Xiao Zhu Peak, were nowhere to be seen. According to Qiu Ze's words, they had also gone out for training.

  Xu Ziqing distributed some of the rare and precious items he had obtained from the secret repository to his fellow disciples, and also found some useful spiritual tools to give to them. Only then did he return to Xiaolü Peak with Yun Liao under the joyful gaze of his fellow disciples.

  This mountain peak still stands tall and proud, its sword-like aura piercing the sky, ordinary people dare not come here.

  Two brothers stood on the cloud head, and with a stroke of their fingers, they rewrote the three characters "Small Snow Peak" on the mountain wall below. The sharp meaning that burst forth from it was several times stronger than before.

  From then on, the boundary of this small peak was even more dangerous.

  The sound also startled people, and a spirit bird suddenly flapped its wings and flew out of a mountain cave below. It transformed into a simple and unadorned young man who bowed from afar at the foot of the mountain.

  Xu Ziqing smiled slightly and waved his hand for him to leave.

  The two then descended and landed on the summit.

  The peak still has a sword-like aura, even if the owner has been away for many years, it still lingers.

  Xu Ziqing looked around, feeling a sense of nostalgia in his heart.

  He has been reborn in this world for over twenty years, but only here at Xiaoluo Peak did he feel a sense of belonging.

  Only here did he feel exceptionally safe.

  The clouds were cold and still at the summit, and with a raised hand, several black gold sword energies shot out, setting up restrictions around the area, making the seal on this small mountain even more secure.

  This situation seems to be somewhat deliberate.

  Xu Ziqing did not stop him and stood waiting on one side.

  Before long, Yun Lian said, "Follow me."

  Xu Ziqing smiled and followed him up the steps.

  Although he often followed his senior brother to practice swordplay in the past, this peak was not a forbidden place for him, but the cave where his senior brother lived, he had never entered once.

  It did make him somewhat curious.

  Two people walked into the cave, which was very spacious inside.

  From the outside, this cave is only a few meters high and wide, but once inside, it has a depth of several tens of meters, with thick and solid walls on both sides.

  The four walls and the ground all have sword marks, and are not smooth and flat. There is no bed on either side, nor any furniture at all.

  Inside this cave, if there wasn't a stone platform at the edge, it would probably be completely empty.

  Xu Ziqing saw it and was taken aback at first, but then felt that it was only natural.

  As expected of Brother Shi's temperament, unnecessary things indeed don't exist in his eyes, no wonder this place is also so quiet.

  But this quietness actually made Xu Ziqing feel comfortable.

  At this moment, he pointed out one finger again, and a sword aura shot out, opening another stone room on the right side of the mountain wall.

  Xu Ziqing turned his head to look, and except for some splashing stones, the stone room was indeed smooth and flat.

  "You live here."

  What?

  Xu Ziqing suddenly turned his head: "I live in... this place?"

  Yun Lue nodded slightly: "If the residence is insufficient, it can be expanded again."

  Xu Ziqing felt somewhat embarrassed, but that wasn't what he meant.

  But he didn't know what "Shixiong" actually meant.

  Yun Liao said again: "After traveling for five years, I should be in seclusion, and you should also be like this."

  Xu Ziqing then somewhat understood.

  It turned out that Shixiong was still not very trusting of him, letting him cultivate in this place, probably for the convenience of taking care of him.

  He thought of this and felt a little grateful, but also sighed.

  It's all because he is too useless, and it's a pity that Master Brother has to worry about him so much. He should indeed work harder, as the days are short and some of his skills have not been fully mastered yet. Now that there are no major events, he should accumulate more and come out stronger.

  It's better not to travel and practice randomly from now on.

  After a moment of contemplation, Xu Ziqing smiled and said: "Thank you, senior brother, for taking care of me."

  He gave him a cold look and said, "No need to thank me."

  Xu Ziqing walked into the room and swept away the dust and debris that had fallen inside with his sleeve, tidying it up.

  He was different from Yun Liao, using only one technique to make the entire stone room's four walls covered with emerald green leaves, and similarly releasing a seed that grew into a large tree, supporting the roof. At this time, there was a refreshing wood aura surrounding him, but compared to the external cold sword aura, it seemed somewhat weaker, fearing that he would still be affected.

  Xu Ziqing thought for a moment, and an idea flashed through his mind.

  He immediately took out a few divine wooden seeds, rubbed them together, and transformed into pure wood energy, which was absorbed by the large tree.

  At this time, the wood energy of Jia and Yi circulates, forming a square, with a lush greenery and vibrant vitality.

  After collecting his thoughts, Xu Ziqing walked out again, only to see Yun Liao, who had been sitting cross-legged on the ground with her eyes closed, suddenly open them and stand up.

  "Could it be that Master is waiting for him? He felt a bit surprised but also a bit embarrassed: 'Master, you've waited long enough.'"

  He thought again, fearing that his senior brother had something to instruct him about.

  Yun Liao suddenly spoke up: "The killing intent on the peak is too strong, you should move the Cold Jade Pool to the lower cave mansion."

  Xu Ziqing reacted and indeed forgot about it, thanks to his senior brother's reminder.

  He naturally replied "yes", and then bid farewell.

  Unexpectedly, Yun Liao also stepped forward, as if wanting to go with him. He didn't think much of it and walked together with Yun Liao towards the foot of the peak.

  Xu Ziqing's cave had been uninhabited for many days, and Yanfeng, who was guarding the peak, couldn't come up to the mountain waist, so naturally there was no one to take care of the cave.

  But this didn't seem to bother him much either; with a wave of his sleeve, he had already swept it all away spotlessly.

  Then the two of them entered the cave.

  Xu Ziqing's cave is quite large, with lush vegetation and a very warm and cozy atmosphere.

  He took out the jade carving transformed from the Cold Jade Pool, sprayed a mouthful of cyan gas against it, and made a sacrificial gesture with his hand. Soon, the light on the jade carving became very bright, and it slowly descended to the ground, instantly merging with the ground in this cave.

  In an instant, a chill swept across, and the entire cave was filled with water vapor again, with frosty dots.

  It seems to have added quite a bit of color.

  The lotus flowers in the pond swayed gently, and Xu Ziqing shook his sleeves again, shaking out two balls of light.

  The red and white lights quickly turned into two phantoms, who were none other than Yue Hua and Yan Hua.

  The two of them were quite spiritual, and although they were hidden in their sleeves, Xu Zi Qing had not intentionally concealed them, yet they could still sense the outside situation. Naturally, they also understood that this was the master's cave dwelling. Seeing the calm and peaceful Cold Jade Pond, they felt even more grateful.

  The two of them immediately came over and paid their respects to the two masters, saying: "Thank you, masters."

  Xu Ziqing smiled and said, "This time, let the two of you come to recognize the mountain gate. From today on, just cultivate here." Afterwards, he took out the Yu Shou Pai, recited the incantation to open it, and in an instant, another white ball rolled out, and in another moment, a huge spiritual bird flew out rapidly, its wings stirring up a fierce gust of wind.

  Undoubtedly, this white fox is Hu Xue'er of the Tianhu Bloodline, and the divine bird is none other than the majestic eagle.

  They had been locked up for a long time and could no longer bear it, so as soon as they were released, they immediately rushed to Xu Ziqing's side, rubbing against him back and forth, and couldn't stop fawning.

  Xu Ziqing smiled with a hint of indulgence and said: "Xue'er, Chonghua, go and get to know Yuehua and Yanhua."

  The white fox cub opened its bright eyes, looking quite adorable. The eagle nodded its head, also appearing a bit silly.

  Yuè Huá and Yán Huá exchanged a glance, showing great respect for both beasts, and greeted each other politely.

  They were harmonious and gentle, and before long, they didn't have a bad impression of each other.

  Xu Ziqing saw this and also put his mind at ease: "After I leave, I will be closing up with my fellow disciples. All the resources are placed in this cave. Don't slack off, you need to cultivate diligently. Especially Rong Hua, you must work harder, otherwise next time we go out of the mountain, I'm afraid you won't be able to keep up."

  The higher the cultivation, the more danger there is. The rank of the Heavy Blossom is too low, it can't always be confined to the Beast Badge. Otherwise, taking it out and not taking it out are no different.

  Zhong Hua listened, and the eagle nodded in agreement.

  This was clearly explained, and Xu Zi Qing indeed left behind many beast Dans and other items, all of which were useful for dealing with demonic beasts and evil spirits. Afterwards, he returned to the peak top once again with Yun Liao.

  The two of them entered the cave this time, and Yun Liao immediately sealed the mountain gate.

  Xu Ziqing said to Yun Liao in a deep voice: "Senior brother, I'll be leaving now."

  About to return to the stone chamber.

  Yun Lue nodded slightly: "Wait for you to form the elixir, then hold a grand ceremony."

  Xu Ziqing was taken aback and nodded in response.

  Grand ceremony... He knew that after an ordinary cultivator condensed the dan, if there were no major events within the sect, they would usually hold a grand ceremony to invite friends and guests to celebrate. When his senior brother condensed the dan back then, things happened one after another, so it was not held.

  Now it's his turn, surprisingly Master wants to celebrate for him... It really made him feel happy and sad at the same time.

  It doesn't matter, now the most important thing is to get rid of the phlegm.

  Senior brother has a strong foundation, it's probably impossible to catch up with him for the time being. If he can accumulate more and refine his dan earlier, that would be barely enough to keep up with senior brother.

  Although he still can't match his senior brother in terms of martial arts skills at that time, it also gave him a lot more confidence.

  And...

  Since Shixiong remembers the matter of Hanshuichi, he must also remember all that happened in that demonic land.

  But his senior brother had never shown any estrangement towards him, perhaps... this was also what he hoped for.

  Xu Ziqing smiled slightly.

  After the duel, he might be able to confide in his senior brother.