Chapter 78

And it subtly resonated with the instinct for consumption and evolution within his Black Water Mystic Snake bloodline.

【You observe the ebb and flow of the ocean, comprehend the cycle of yin and yang, the harmony of hardness and softness, the ultimate principles of consumption and nurturing…】

【You deeply contemplate the general outline and upper volume's Internal Energy Cultivation Method of the Nine Yin Manual, penetrate the mysteries of Daoist internal alchemy, and understand the method of yin-yang transformation and the balance of water and fire…】

【You combine Master Huang Yaoshi's Grandmaster notes and comprehend the key to forming the elixir, condensing true qi, uniting spirit and qi, and harnessing the power of heaven and earth…】

【You sense within your Black Water Mystic Snake bloodline the latent, primal instinct for consuming all things and evolving yourself, along with its immense power…】

You attempt to merge the human martial arts method of elixir formation and the essence of Daoist internal alchemy with the traits and innate talents of your demonic snake body, forging a unique cultivation path that transcends the mundane...

Countless flashes of insight flashed, collided, and fused within his mind like a meteor shower across the sky!

He seemed to see a brand-new, golden-lit path leading towards a higher realm slowly unfolding before him!

That path contained the subtlety of martial arts, the ferocity of demonic cultivation, and the profundity of heaven and earth's natural mysteries.

Boom!

He did not know how long it had passed—perhaps an instant, perhaps eternity.

Ning Chuan felt a deafening roar within his mind, like the splitting of heaven and earth!

All insights, all knowledge, all flashes of insight merged into one at this moment, coalescing into form!

【You have successfully created the Water Mystic Snake Method—Elixir Formation Chapter!】

Elixir Formation Chapter!

This was not a simple imitation or replication of the human martial arts Grandmaster Realm.

It was created by Ning Chuan through combining his own snake body's traits, the Black Water Mystic Snake bloodline's evolutionary instinct, the essence of Daoist internal alchemy from the Nine Yin Manual, and Master Huang Yaoshi's breakthrough experience.

A cultivation method uniquely his own, leading towards a higher realm!

This cultivation method had already subtly transcended the realm of pure martial arts, beginning to advance toward true demonic cultivation.

This cultivation method possessed the characteristics of human martial arts elixir formation: accumulating energy, condensing true qi, and projecting it outward.

It also integrated the demonic beast bloodline's instinct for consumption and evolution, strengthening the flesh and awakening potential.

It could be said to be a bold and perfect fusion between traditional martial arts and the future Yaoxiufa Sect!

It showed Ning Chuan how to condense the vast, chaotic energy he consumed into a single "Snake Elixir" imbued with his bloodline's origin and the true essence of his martial arts.

Ning Chuan carefully contemplated the profundity of the Elixir Formation Chapter.

According to the cultivation method's description, to succeed and condense the "Snake Elixir,"

one needed not only one's internal power to reach the peak of primordial stage, with true qi of absolute purity and mastery over one's power to the finest degree,

but also to further awaken and purify one's Black Water Mystic Snake bloodline, drawing forth the most primal force of consumption and evolution deep within the blood.

Only with the bloodline as the guide and primordial true qi as the foundation, comprehending some primordial force of heaven and earth, could the Elixir Formation succeed!

The former, Ning Chuan already possessed.

His primordial internal power, in both quality and quantity, far surpassed ordinary primordial-stage martial artists, and his control over power was exquisite to the extreme.

Next came the latter—awakening the bloodline, comprehending the primordial force!

This required vast energy as support, and deep excavation and guidance of one's own bloodline.

Once the Elixir Formation succeeded, his primordial true qi would undergo a revolutionary transformation, becoming more condensed, more ferocious, and more sentient—"demonic yuan" or "snake yuan."

His flesh would also evolve again under the refining power of this force, becoming even stronger.

He might even prematurely touch upon purer and stronger heavenly forces, gaining preliminary mastery over some demonic innate abilities!

His strength would surely surge again in a cataclysmic fashion!

At that time, within the realm of ordinary Grandmasters, he would be utterly unmatched—even against a Grandmaster of the Highest Realm, he might still have a chance to fight!

Ning Chuan was overjoyed!

He seemed to see a golden-lit highway stretching before him!

At the end of that path lay transformation into a dragon-serpent, becoming a true demonic cultivation master!

At this moment, his Black Water Mystic Snake bloodline also seemed to respond, beginning to stir restlessly, emitting a constant cry of yearning for evolution!

…

Having successfully created the method, Ning Chuan's mood was excellent.

He remembered his promise to Zhou Botong.

Although he had already "extracted" the complete content of the Nine Yin Manual from him—his goal had been achieved,

he still did not wish to break his word to take him out for a trip.

After all, this old fool, though eccentric, was a man of deep emotion, and he truly believed in Ning Chuan as his "elder brother."

After thinking it over, he decided to visit the forbidden cave where Zhou Botong was imprisoned.

He also wanted to see how this old fool had fared during the days without his "company."

When Ning Chuan reappeared before Zhou Botong,

the old fool immediately rushed toward him like a savior, nearly embracing Ning Chuan's thick snake body.

He cried out repeatedly: "Elder Brother! Elder Brother! You've finally come to see me! I thought you'd forgotten me!"

His face bore both the excitement and joy of seeing a loved one, as well as a hint of grievance and loneliness born from prolonged confinement.

His expression was exactly like a child who had not seen his parents for a long time and had been wronged.

Ning Chuan looked at him and felt both amused and helpless.

It seemed the title of "Elder Brother" was now permanently stuck to him.

Yet, having such a powerful yet innocent "younger brother" didn't seem like a bad thing.

He spoke in a slightly awkward but gently warm voice: "Younger brother, today I've come to fulfill my promise—to take you out for a walk."

Upon hearing this, Zhou Botong danced with joy, somersaulting wildly in the cave, laughing "hehe hahaha."

"Wonderful! Wonderful! Finally, I can go out and play! I was bored to death! Elder Brother, you're the best!"

Ning Chuan, seeing his excitement, added, "However, let me state this first."

"I can take you out of this cave, but you must stay on Taohuadao and cannot leave at will. After all, you know Huang Laoxie's temper."

"Moreover, you must not cause trouble on the island, and you absolutely must not damage the flowers and trees, especially the precious varieties; otherwise, if Huang Laoxie goes mad, I cannot protect you."

"Can you agree to this?"

Upon hearing this, Old Wonton was slightly disappointed that he could not leave Taohuadao, after all, the world outside was so vast, and he had not played enough yet.

But thinking of being able to leave this stifling cave, go outside to breathe fresh air, see the scenery, and perhaps even find some fun things.

He immediately nodded repeatedly and agreed, "Good, good, good! Whatever Big Brother Ning says goes! I, Old Wonton, promise to be obedient!"

"I will stay by Big Brother Ning's side, not run around anywhere, and absolutely cause no trouble! If I accidentally break any flowers or plants, Big Brother Ning, just go ahead and spank my bottom!"

He patted his chest, promising solemnly, looking utterly innocent.

Ning Chuan, seeing his serious expression, could not help but laugh silently.

Asking Old Wonton not to cause trouble? That would be harder than climbing to the sky.

However, with him watching, he supposed no major trouble would arise.

He said no more and led Zhou Botong away from that forbidden cave.

Afterwards, Ning Chuan found Huang Rong and Qu Lingfeng, who was practicing diligently on the martial arts ground.

He briefly informed them of Zhou Botong's situation and his plan to let him stay on the island for the time being.

When Huang Rong, Qu Lingfeng, and others saw Old Wonton Zhou Botong, who usually existed only in legends, whose head and tail were rarely seen, and who had been imprisoned by their Master/Father.

He was actually following Ning Chuan behind respectfully, step by step, calling him "Big Brother Ning" with incredible warmth and naturalness.

That attitude was simply more respectful and attached than towards a biological father, as if if Ning Chuan said one, he would absolutely not dare to say two.

Everyone was left dumbfounded, their chins almost dropping to the ground, their eyes filled with incredulous shock and confusion.

This... what is this situation?!

Old Wonton Zhou Botong was a supreme expert of the same generation as their own Master/Father!

Yet he was calling Island Lord Ning "Big Brother"?!

Could it be... that Island Lord Ning's seniority is even higher than Master/Father's?

Or does Island Lord Ning have some mysterious identity and background unknown to others?

Everyone's hearts were filled with countless questions and guesses; their gazes towards Ning Chuan became even more reverent and curious, feeling that this Acting Island Lord was truly becoming more and more unfathomable.

Ning Chuan did not explain the "twists" in this matter to everyone in detail.

He only said this was some "connection" between him and Zhou Botong, and there was no need to probe deeper.

He told Qu Lingfeng and others not to worry; regarding Zhou Botong's affairs on the island, after Huang Yaoshi emerges from seclusion, he would explain everything clearly to Huang Yaoshi.

He asked them to properly "entertain" this Old Wonton in their daily lives, ensuring he did not cause any trouble, and to try to satisfy some of his "reasonable" requests.

Although Qu Lingfeng and others were full of doubts in their hearts, they naturally obeyed Ning Chuan's words without question and immediately respectfully agreed.