Chapter 158

Chen Zhangsheng pointed to the wooden chair outside Cao Wu.

Ye Chen chuckled, "Third Junior Brother, this belongs to the master. If I see you lying on it without cultivating, I'll beat you, oh."

Chen Zhangsheng: "……"

Soon.

Chen Zhangsheng, swept up by the enthusiasm of Ji Fuyao and Ye Chen, stepped into Cao Wu, "forced into business."

Lu Xuan, meanwhile, lay on the Yan Chuang outside Cao Wu, gazing at the clouds on the horizon, clouds rolling and unfurling, his mind tranquil.

Recalling the scene before the Grand Dao Bell, he secretly marveled.

Old third this guy can actually discern the location of the Grand Dao Bell, and after startling it, he can pacify it.

Indeed, there are two brushes.

Inside Cao Wu.

Ji Fuyao took out a jade slip, handed it to Chen Zhangsheng, and said solemnly, "This contains the master's meticulously compiled recipe jade slip, encompassing all kinds of dishes."

Chen Zhangsheng took it, slightly furrowing his brow.

He felt that, regarding the transmission of cooking experience, Senior Sister and Second Senior Brother seemed overly enthusiastic.

Chen Zhangsheng extended his divine sense into it, and immediately saw a vast sea of dishes within the jade slip.

From steaming, to sweet and sour, to deep-frying, to stir-frying… everything, all present.

Ji Fuyao's eyes flowed, "Zhangsheng, don't think cooking wastes cultivation time. Actually, cooking is also a form of cultivation. Cultivation is like cooking a small fish; there's great learning here."

Chen Zhangsheng vaguely felt something was off, but couldn't put it into words.

Ji Fuyao said, "Cooking involves the way of spiritual fire, the union of body and Dao, the way of balance… so much, so much."

Chen Zhangsheng let out an "oh," and looked toward the Yan Chuang outside the window.

He also imagined the master lying like that.

Let Senior Sister and Second Senior Brother do the cooking.

After all, he is now cultivating the Scripture of Non-Action; the more non-action, the faster the cultivation speed.

However, Ji Fuyao and Ye Chen's earnest enthusiasm was hard to refuse; they guided him wholeheartedly, leaving him momentarily unable to find a reason to decline.

Ji Fuyao smiled charmingly, "Third Junior Brother, have you decided what to make?"

Chen Zhangsheng nodded, "I've decided."

He took out several Dragon Flame Divine Fruits harvested from the Martial Emperor's Secret Realm, then also took out a few Quasi-Emperor rank Fire Dragon eggs.

Chen Zhangsheng said, "Senior Sister, Second Senior Brother, today I will make Stir-Fried Dragon Flame Divine Fruit with Fire Dragon Egg."

Ji Fuyao compared it with the dishes in the jade slip, her eyes shining, "Third Junior Brother, excellent, you've already learned to apply one example to many."

Shortly after.

Ji Fuyao and Ye Chen stood aside, "supervising the work," guiding.

Chen Zhangsheng unleashed a stream of spiritual fire, striking it against the Dao Xuan Iron Pot.

Instantly, the Dao Xuan Iron Pot burst forth with incomparably blazing divine radiance; the engraved "momentum" suddenly appeared, revealing ancient palaces, the grand momentum of mountains and rivers, the faint silhouettes of powerful figures, filled with "Dao" and "Resonance".

Chen Zhangsheng felt a hint of astonishment, "Six-Star Imperial Armament!"

Who would have thought that this cooking iron pot, which looks ordinary at first glance, would only reveal its true Dao Resonance when used for cooking?

Ye Chen said with a smile, "Third Junior Brother, this object is called the Dao Xuan Iron Pot; when cooking, it can infuse 'Dao' and 'Rhyme,' which is greatly beneficial to us."

Chen Zhangsheng nodded, his heart slightly astonished.

Although the Six-Star Imperial Armament is not particularly high in rank, this unique effect is nonetheless one of a kind!

Next.

Chen Zhangsheng crushed the Fire Dragon eggs, then chopped the Dragon Flame Divine Fruit.

The Dragon Flame Divine Fruit is fist-sized, appearing intensely red, juicy and full, exuding an enticing aroma.

Ji Fuyao's beautiful eyes slightly narrowed, "Quasi-Emperor rank spiritual fruit!"

Chen Zhangsheng said, "The master gave it to me."

Ji Fuyao tilted her snow-white neck slightly and nodded.

After preparing the ingredients, Chen Zhangsheng could warm the Dao Xuan Iron Pot.

"Zizzle!"

Oil droplets splashed in all directions.

Chen Zhangsheng began to stir-fry lightly according to Ji Fuyao's guidance.

Shortly after, Ye Chen pointed to the corner, "Third Junior Brother, add a bit of Qingming Heavenly Water."

Chen Zhangsheng came before the large vat and was instantly stunned in place.

"Are all of these Qingming Heavenly Water?"

Ji Fuyao and Ye Chen nodded.

A tremendous wave surged in Chen Zhangsheng's heart.

Where did the master obtain so much Qingming Heavenly Water?

That day, while discussing the Dao in Baiya Prefecture, the master took out a jug, and he had already been astounded.

Who would have thought that on Xuan Qing Feng, there is actually a whole vat!

This far exceeds the reserves of numerous hegemon-level powers!

Even the Grand Dao Sect probably doesn't have this much Qingming Heavenly Water!

Chen Zhangsheng calmed his emotions and carefully scooped out a small amount of Qingming Heavenly Water.

Ye Chen chuckled, "Third Junior Brother, the master said not to skimp. Once this Qingming Heavenly Water is used up, there are even better heavenly treasures!"

Chen Zhangsheng's face twitched, "Okay."

Chen Zhangsheng scooped out a big spoonful.

Continue cooking.

Under the blessing of the Dao Xuan Iron Pot and Qingming Heavenly Water, Chen Zhangsheng felt a profound and mysterious Dao Resonance permeating the surroundings, making his mind clear and his spirit cleansed, giving him an indescribable feeling.

He knew that Senior Sister and Second Senior Brother, due to their low cultivation, could not yet comprehend this profound mystery of the Dao.

But he can actually touch it!

Originally, he resisted the idea of cooking.

But now it seems that, for him, cooking is indeed a form of cultivation.

Now lowering his standards, besides cooking, he does nothing else.

Thinking of this.

Chen Zhangsheng said, "Senior Sister, Second Senior Brother, as long as I am at Xuan Qing Feng, I will handle the cooking."

Ye Chen laughed and said, "How won't that work? We can take turns, and master can also enjoy different flavors."

Chen Zhangsheng paused for a moment, "Okay."

At this moment.

Outside the Cao Wu hut, Lu Xuan suddenly remembered there was still some Heaven-Reaching Mystic Powder he hadn't taken out, and immediately said, "Fuyao, when cooking in the future, you can add some of this."

Upon hearing this, Ji Fuyao walked out of the Cao Wu hut.

With a thought, Lu Xuan directly placed a large basin of Heaven-Reaching Mystic Powder into Ji Fuyao's arms.

Ji Fuyao's beautiful eyes flickered as she asked, "Master, what is this?"

She could feel that the substance in the basin exuded a refreshing, spirit-lifting qi and gave off a faint fragrance; at a glance it was clearly not mundane.

Lu Xuan smiled and said, "This is called Heaven-Reaching Mystic Powder. Adding some when cooking can enhance freshness and fragrance."

Ji Fuyao immediately recalled seeing an introduction to Heaven-Reaching Mystic Powder in ancient classics.

This item is an extremely rare Heaven-Earth Marvel!

It is renowned alongside Qingming Heavenly Water!

Thirteen types of Imperial-grade Spirit Herbs require tens of thousands of years to grow and must be nurtured in an environment imbued with the supreme principle of heaven and earth before they can be refined into a small vial.

If a small vial of Heaven-Reaching Mystic Powder were to appear in Nan Huang, it would surely provoke countless hegemonic forces to vie for it.

But the master actually has another large basin!

Thinking of this, Ji Fuyao's heart was overcome by a tremendous wave.

She immediately carried the basin of Heaven-Reaching Mystic Powder into the Cao Wu hut.

Ye Chen quickly came over to have a look.

He is an alchemist, and at a glance he could see the nature of this basin of Heaven-Reaching Mystic Powder.

It is formed from the essence of Imperial-grade Spirit Herbs, brimming with the qi of Dao and Resonance.

The jade pendant on Ye Chen's chest flickered faintly.

Ya Lao exclaimed in shock, "So much Heaven-Reaching Mystic Powder! My Ya family, after endless ages of consumption, has only about a bowl left! Peak Master Lu's foundation is truly immense!"

Ye Chen was shocked.

Even the ancient Ya family's foundation amounts to only a bowl.

But in the master's eyes, this is merely a seasoning for cooking.

Ya Lao was so excited he almost cried, "If the old fogies of the Ya family knew there was a vat of Qingming Heavenly Water and a large basin of Heaven-Reaching Mystic Powder in the Cao Wu hut, they would surely come attack Xuan Qing Feng right now!"

Ye Chen was both laughing and crying.

Chen Zhangsheng turned his head and remained silent for a long time.

He was shocked again.

This basin of Heaven-Reaching Mystic Powder is enough to drive the entire Nan Huang into madness!

Because of this Heaven-Reaching Mystic Powder, its uses are infinite; even for a Nine Star Great Emperor it is greatly beneficial, whether in alchemy, healing, or cultivation, it can exert tremendous effect.

Ya Lao sent a mental message to Ye Chen: "Chen'er, could you ask your master for a small amount?"

Ye Chen immediately sent a mental message to Lu Xuan to inquire about this.

Lu Xuan said, "A small amount isn't enough; when the time comes, give Ya Lao ten bowls!"

Ya Yan exclaimed in astonishment, "One bowl is sufficient, one bowl is sufficient!"

Soon.

Ji Fuyao placed the basin of Heaven-Reaching Mystic Powder in the corner.

Chen Zhangsheng asked, "Master, placing it here, aren't you afraid it might be stolen?"

Lu Xuan smiled and said, "Besides us, no one can recognize it; rest assured."

Ji Fuyao gave a bright smile, "Junior Brother Changsh

Chen Changsheng nodded, scooped a spoonful of Heaven‑Piercing Mystic Powder, and added it to the Dao Xuan Iron Cauldron.

Soon, three mysterious forces swirled about, leaving Chen Changsheng utterly astonished.

He thought to himself, "My master is truly selfless."

Such a heaven‑earth treasure of this rank is actually being given to a disciple to use as he pleases!

Under the heavens, there truly is no second master like him!

If one regularly ate the dishes from the thatched hut, even a pig could become an emperor.

Simply because the supreme principle of heaven and earth contained within these treasures is immeasurably vast.

Outside the thatched hut, Lu Xuan sneezed and thought to himself, "Which birdbrain is gossiping about my looks again?"

Ji Fuyao and the two others all smiled.

I'm afraid only another giant would have the right to gossip about the master behind his back!

At this moment, Lu Xuan said lightly, "Remember, never spare. This kind of thing, I have plenty of."

Ji Fuyao and the three nodded.

After the time it takes to burn an incense stick.

Chen Zhangsheng walked out of the thatched hut carrying a wooden basin.

"Master, it's time to eat."

Lu Xuan slowly rose from the recliner and came to the stone table.

The four sat around, the scene warm and cozy.

Lu Xuan looked at this dish, his face twitched.

"Isn't this tomato scrambled eggs?"

He took a light taste, "Not bad."

Ji Fuyao's beautiful eyes shone as she looked at Chen Zhangsheng, "Third Junior Brother, today is your debut at the thatched hut; being able to earn such praise from Master, you have already succeeded."

Chen Zhangsheng laughed, "Senior Sister and Second Senior Brother, your guidance is good."

Lu Xuan ate heartily.

The three disciples, while eating, generally sensed the profound wonder of the Dao Resonance power.

Chen Zhangsheng looked at Lu Xuan's appearance, feeling immensely shocked.

With each bite he took, he needed half a day to digest it, but Master seemed as if nothing had happened.

Clearly, these Dao Resonances within Master's body could not stir even the slightest ripple!

The gap between him and Master is plainly visible!

Not long after.

Lu Xuan had already finished eating and lay down to one side.

Ji Fuyao and the three ate slowly, while Chen Zhangsheng pretended, eating even slower than Ye Chen.

This meal, laced with Heaven-Reaching Mystic Powder, contained Dao Resonance and the supreme principles of heaven and earth to an astonishing degree.

Ji Fuyao and Ye Chen ate for several hours straight.

Chen Zhangsheng also steeled himself, and the three ate from high noon until the sky was filled with stars.

Lu Xuan had already returned to his cave dwelling and was lying down.

At night.

Chen Zhangsheng tidied up the Cao Wu, and after Ji Fuyao and Ye Chen returned to the cave dwelling, he extended a thread of divine sense to observe Xuan Qing Feng.

Not long after.

Chen Zhangsheng frowned slightly.

Xuan Qing Feng lies at the edge of the Grand Dao Sect's many spirit peaks; its position is actually not bad.

Unfortunately, it has no security whatsoever.

In fact, not a single defensive formation has been set up!

This made him completely unable to focus on cultivation.

Previously, his cave dwellings in White Cliff Province and Dengchuan Province were all equipped with numerous formations.

Only when his master arrived was he captured ten times.

If other powerful beings descended, the result would be completely opposite.

Thinking of this.

Chen Zhangsheng sent a mental message to Lu Xuan: "Master, I have something to discuss; may I enter your cave dwelling?"

Lu Xuan, half-asleep and groggy, said: "What matter? Let's talk tomorrow."

Chen Zhangsheng said solemnly: "Master, this is extremely urgent. If this matter isn't resolved, my Xuan Qing Feng might collapse overnight!"

Lu Xuan was stunned for a moment.

His intuition told him that Lao San was about to cause trouble.

Chen Zhangsheng's enthusiasm was too high; he had to meet him tonight.

Things having come to this, Lu Xuan could only agree to let Chen Zhangsheng enter his cave dwelling.

Shortly after.

A mysterious black shadow drifted into Lu Xuan's cave dwelling, casually casting countless seals and restrictions.

Chen Zhangsheng carefully surveyed Lu Xuan's cave dwelling, slightly surprised.

He never expected his master's cave dwelling to be so shabby.

A table, several chairs, a bed, hardly any decoration.

Lu Xuan rose from the Mystic Ice Bed, came to the wooden table, and said with a smile, "Zhangsheng, sit."

Chen Zhangsheng sat down and was immediately attracted by Lu Xuan's masterpiece on the wooden table.

He carefully flipped through it.

"Jiang Taigong's Electric Fishing Diagram."

"Lin Daiyu Uproots the Willow."

"A line of migrating geese flies south, two roasted ducks walk north."

"..."

Chen Zhangsheng didn't understand them, but his mind was greatly shaken.

A moment of silence.

Chen Zhangsheng suddenly said, "Master, may I take these back to study?"

Lu Xuan was utterly stunned.

Ah this……

Chen Zhangsheng said, "Unfettered and imaginative, unrestricted by convention; only someone like Master, a supreme mastermind, could have such a marvelous idea. I will go back and contemplate it; perhaps it will inspire me."

Lu Xuan's face twitched as he said, "Alright. Zhangsheng, what did you just say you have?"

Chen Zhangsheng immediately told Lu Xuan about the matter of setting up the formation on Xuan Qing Feng.

Lu Xuan slightly startled, "This small matter, you can handle it yourself."

Chen Zhangsheng handed over a jade slip; the jade slip contained the formation's structural concept.

Lu Xuan glanced at it.

Another multi-layered linked great formation!

The first layer is an upgraded version of the Nine Turns Seal Heaven Formation, sealing heaven and locking earth; without a token, anyone from outside Xuan Qing Feng who steps in without cause will be directly sealed.

The second layer is the Displacement Formation, and the third layer Power Source Formation are linked together like iron chains, forming an integral whole.

This is exactly the upgraded version of the formation when Lu Xuan previously captured Chen Zhangsheng ten times!

If a powerful external enemy breaches the first layer formation, the second and third layer formations will suddenly be activated.

The stronger the enemy, the farther they are sent; it is completely instantaneous teleportation!

After this upgrade, the teleportation cannot be interrupted unless one falls to the ground.

Lu Xuan secretly thought, This is Chen Zhangsheng's insight that he entrusted to me, also integrated into the formation.

Chen Zhangsheng said, "Master, I plan to add a fourth layer formation."

Lu Xuan asked, "What idea?"

Chen Zhangsheng said, "When encountering an ultimate strong enemy, if the first three layers are broken, the fourth layer formation will directly launch Xuan Qing Feng, then lock onto Master's aura and instantly traverse the void to come find Master."

"Of course, this situation will only occur when Master is not on Xuan Qing Feng. After all, if Master were present, you could sweep aside any enemy!"

Lu Xuan: "……"

Wandering Xuan Qing Feng plan?

Chen Zhangsheng asked, "Master, what do you think?"

……