Chapter 22

Moreover, only by using a technique can one utilize the spiritual energy of heaven and earth to nourish the meridians in the body, preparing for the subsequent Meridian Opening realm.

"According to the rules of the Dao Yi Sect, after a miscellaneous disciple reaches the perfection of the Body Refining realm, they can go to the Technique Hall to receive an introductory technique."

He thought that after breakfast, he would take the time to go to the Technique Hall to receive an introductory technique.

But just at this moment, Hong Zun, who hadn't left yet, felt Ye Changqing's blood energy fluctuate suddenly, and then said with some surprise:

"Kid Ye Changqing, you've broken through?"

Hearing this, Ye Changqing replied with a smile.

"I broke through by luck."

Looking at the smiling Ye Changqing, Hong Zun felt that he had underestimated this kid's talent.

But he didn't think too much about it and asked with a smile:

"Having reached the perfection of the Body Refining realm, are you planning to go to the Technique Hall to choose a Qi Sensing technique?"

Faced with Hong Zun's inquiry, Ye Changqing didn't hide it, as there was nothing to hide.

"The disciple does indeed have that intention."

"Don't go; with your status as a miscellaneous disciple, you won't be able to get any good techniques even if you go. I'll pass one on to you directly."

Who would have thought that Hong Zun would refuse directly?

With Ye Changqing's status, going to the Technique Hall would only get him the most basic and ordinary Qi Sensing technique, which was useless.

And the Qi Sensing technique that Hong Zun would pass on would certainly be countless times better than the basic techniques in the Technique Hall; the two could not be mentioned in the same breath.

As he spoke, without waiting for Ye Changqing to reply, Hong Zun pointed a finger, and a stream of spiritual power went directly into Ye Changqing's mind.

In an instant, a technique called the Mind-Clearing Technique appeared in Ye Changqing's mind.

The grades of techniques are divided into Heaven, Earth, Profound, and Yellow, and each grade is divided into upper, middle, and lower levels.

And the Mind-Clearing Technique that Hong Zun passed on to him was actually a Heaven-grade Mid-tier Qi Sensing technique.

Not only could it make it easier for people to sense the spiritual energy of heaven and earth, but it also used a special operation method to nourish the meridians and could even help one achieve clarity of mind.

Such a perfect technique—Ye Changqing looked at Hong Zun in disbelief; he didn't expect him to pass it on to him so simply.

Faced with Ye Changqing's gaze, Hong Zun seemed to have guessed what he was thinking and smiled indifferently.

"Don't think too much; just cultivate it properly. If there's anything you don't understand, you can ask me."

Starting to charge toward the Qi Sensing realm, Ye Changqing had now truly stepped onto the path of cultivation. Next, Ye Changqing did indeed ask Hong Zun many questions.

And in this process, Hong Zun also discovered that Ye Changqing's comprehension was quite good.

Theoretical knowledge—as long as he said it once, Ye Changqing could basically remember it.

Although there might still be a gap compared to personal disciples like Lu Youyou, it had at least reached the Heaven-grade level.

"Is this kid's comprehension really this high?"

He was secretly surprised in his heart. With such comprehension, becoming an outer sect disciple shouldn't be a problem; why would he be a miscellaneous disciple?

And soon, Hong Zun discovered where the problem lay.

The theoretical knowledge was very good, but when it came to actual cultivation, it was a completely different story.

He stumbled, and even a single technique required Hong Zun to demonstrate it many times himself.

He confirmed that this kid just had good comprehension, but his talent and root bone were still too weak.

However, considering those delicious foods, Hong Zun showed rare patience and taught Ye Changqing the Mind-Clearing Technique bit by bit.

Personal guidance from the Peak Master, and one-on-one at that—such treatment would probably make even personal disciples envious.

As for the effect, it was also obvious; after two hours, Ye Changqing had mastered the Mind-Clearing Technique.

"Next, it depends on your own cultivation. The master leads you to the door, but cultivation depends on the individual."

Leading Ye Changqing to the entrance had already made Hong Zun exhausted.

As for what level Ye Changqing could cultivate the Mind-Clearing Technique to in the future, that would depend on his own ability.

However, according to Hong Zun's estimation, reaching the "Small Success" stage would be the limit.

Hearing this, Ye Changqing nodded in response, not discouraged. Seeing that the time was about right, he began to prepare lunch.

Speaking of eating, Hong Zun immediately became spirited, and without realizing it, he had actually stayed at this kid's place for the whole morning.

There was no help for it; this kid was sometimes too frustrating, and when he got anxious, he would forget the time without realizing it.

"No, I have to eat two more bowls at noon."

Lunch was still stir-fried meat and Mapo Tofu, with no new dishes because there were no ingredients for the time being; he had to wait for Qian Youcai to deliver them in the afternoon.

The praise for Mapo Tofu had also reached 100 yesterday, and the system rewarded him with a new dish: Braised Pig Trotters.

Once Qian Youcai delivered them in the afternoon, he could start making it. As for lunch, he would just make do.

But as the lunch hour arrived, the number of people who came left Ye Changqing stunned. Good grief, it directly exceeded a thousand people.

When mealtime approached, Ye Changqing was still cooking in the kitchen, and Hong Zun was alone in the courtyard.

Vaguely hearing a series of footsteps, the number of people was clearly not small. He released his divine sense, and for a moment, Hong Zun was stunned.

"So many people came?"

Yesterday there were only two hundred people; how did over a thousand people come all of a sudden today?

With a flash, Hong Zun was the first to stand in front of the large table, followed by Bai Bai, and then a group of people rushed in through the courtyard gate.

"Holy crap, why did so many people come today?"

"I don't know, even outer sect disciples and inner sect disciples have come."

"Did someone leak the secret? Who the hell can't keep their mouth shut?"

"I remember Li Dazui came to eat yesterday."

"It must be that guy; that mouth of his doesn't have a gate at all."

Li Dazui was very famous among the miscellaneous disciples of Divine Sword Peak because his mouth was simply rare in the world; things he knew would basically spread throughout the entire Divine Sword Peak the next day.

The miscellaneous disciples cursed angrily, while the outer sect disciples and inner sect disciples were all incredibly curious.

"Is it really as delicious as the rumors say?"

"It shouldn't be bad, look at how excited these miscellaneous disciples are."

The numerous disciples were crowded together. At this time, the late-arriving Xu Jie, Liu Shuang, and Lu Youyou saw this scene and were also stunned—there were too many people today.

But for just a moment, this time it was Xu Jie who regained his senses first.

"Senior Sister, Junior Sister, use your movement techniques; if we are slow, we probably won't be able to eat."

Yesterday, being slow just meant no extra food, but today there were over a thousand people; if they were slow, they probably wouldn't even be able to drink the soup.

As he spoke, Xu Jie was the first to move.

"Spirit Stealth Step."

"Falling Flower Movement Technique."

The three of them instantly accelerated, quickly rushing through the crowd and into the courtyard.

Feeling a wind blow past them, the miscellaneous disciples hadn't reacted yet, but the few inner sect disciples had their expressions change.

"Movement technique?"

"So fast, I didn't even see it clearly."

"Who cares about that now? These guys are using movement techniques to grab spots."

Someone reacted; those were people using movement techniques to grab spots. In an instant, numerous outer sect disciples and inner sect disciples also followed suit, utilizing their movement techniques.

"Good grief, almost got sniped by them."

"Charge over."

"Holy crap, who the hell kicked me? No martial virtue, right?"

As everyone utilized their movement techniques, for a time, the courtyard entrance was in chaos. Some people not only used movement techniques but even launched sneak attacks.

All of this was to grab a spot further in the front. As for the courtyard, Hong Zun, Bai Bai, Xu Jie, and others, who had already occupied the first five spots, were all looking at their noses and hearts, just waiting to eat, with no intention of paying attention to the chaos.