noffsinger Chapter 177 Seclusion to Digest the Gains
Chapter 177 Seclusion to Digest the Gains
Chapter 177 Seclusion to Digest the Gains
After bidding farewell to Hongjun, Wuzhuang Temple returned to its former tranquility, but beneath this tranquility surged an unprecedented vigorous vitality and profound power.
Zhen Yuanzi stood alone under the Four Symbols Banana Tree, his gaze sweeping over every blade of grass and tree in the temple, finally settling on the hazy earthen light curtain that enveloped the mountains.
Hongjun and Yangmei visited one after another, mainly to discuss the Dao and make transactions, but the meaning they represented and the subtle restlessness brought about by the collection of the five innate flags made him feel alarmed.
"The tree may wish to remain still, but the wind will not cease."
Zhen Yuanzi spoke softly, a glint of wisdom flashing in his eyes.
"The great power of the primordial world is about to rise, and undercurrents are surging. Even if one wishes to live in a secluded corner, one must have sufficient strength to protect this peace. Moreover, my path is the path of progress and the path of transcendence."
With a thought, he connected with the Earth Book within his body, which was closely linked to the origin of Longevity Mountain.
In an instant, the entire book appeared in his mind, turning pages with a whooshing sound, each page seemingly carrying a vast land and exuding an incomparably profound and majestic aura that could stabilize the universe.
"With the earth's veins connected, and the foundation of Earth as our base, Heaven and Earth are firmly established, impervious to all laws!"
With a deep shout from Zhen Yuanzi, the Earth Book suddenly burst forth with an unprecedentedly dazzling and mysterious yellow light!
This ray of light was not confined to Wuzhuang Temple, but spread rapidly like ripples on water, merging into the entire protective array that enveloped Longevity Mountain.
"Buzz—!"
A deep, resonant hum echoed throughout Longevity Mountain. The previously hazy curtain of Earth Essence energy became incredibly solid, its color deepening, as if it had transformed into a true barrier of Xuanhuang divine stone!
On the light screen, countless complex and profound innate Dao patterns seemed to come alive, moving and combining to evolve into illusory images of mountains and rivers.
The image of rivers and streams, and the state and its universe.
The aura of the entire formation suddenly increased several levels, becoming more substantial, stable, and profound, as if it had become completely integrated with the boundless primordial earth beneath its feet, making it unbreakable!
The formation's autonomous defense and counterattack capabilities have been enhanced to the extreme. Ordinary Great Luo Golden Immortals would probably feel their souls tremble just by getting close. Even for a Primordial Golden Immortal, it would be no easy task to forcefully break through it.
This was not a whim of Zhen Yuanzi's; rather, it was because he sensed he was about to enter a deep seclusion and needed to ensure the safety of the Daoist temple. Strengthening the protection of the Earth Book was the top priority.
After doing all this, Zhen Yuanzi nodded slightly, and with a flash, he disappeared under the banana tree. The next moment, he appeared directly in the most central secluded meditation room of Wuzhuang Temple.
This place is a node where the spiritual energy of Wanshou Mountain's earth veins converges, and it is also the core area shrouded by the power of the Earth Book, so it is safe and secure.
The quiet room was empty except for a futon in the center that exuded a calming and tranquil atmosphere.
Zhen Yuanzi sat down cross-legged, but did not immediately begin refining the Five Directions Flags. Instead, he spent some time first.
He carefully reviewed the insights he had gained from discussing the Dao with Hongjun and Yangmei, as well as his own understanding of the Dao of Chaos, resulting in a clear mind, a solid foundation for his Dao, and a state of optimal condition.
Then, he took a deep breath and his gaze became incredibly focused.
With a flick of his sleeve, five precious banners, each shimmering with different brilliance and radiating distinct yet shared Daoist charm, floated before him.
The Central Wuji Apricot Yellow Flag, the Southern Lidi Flame Flag, and the Northern Xuanyuan Water Control Flag.
The three precious flags, which he had already refined into his body, were the first to respond, moving their surfaces without wind and radiating a warm resonance.
The two newly acquired banners, the Western Plain Cloud Banner and the Eastern Azure Lotus Banner, floated quietly, awaiting their fusion with their new master.
Zhen Yuanzi decided to start with the easy tasks and move on to the difficult ones, beginning with the Northern Xuan Yuan Water Control Flag, which was closest to his origin and with which he had already established a preliminary connection.
This flag was a gift from the Taoist master of Yin and Yang, and it contains the essence of primordial water.
He extended his right hand and gently tapped the small black flag with his index finger.
The moment his fingertips touched the flag, a cool and gentle, yet profoundly cold and all-encompassing, water-like Daoist energy surged into his body like a river bursting its banks!
In an instant, Zhen Yuanzi felt as if he were at the bottom of a boundless ocean, or as if he were traveling in the clouds above the heavens.
He "saw" trickles of water converge into streams, streams rush into rivers, rivers roar into the sea, and the sea, after absorbing all rivers, evaporates into clouds and rain, nourishing all things and completing a great cycle.
He felt the gentleness of water—soft as silk, penetrating everywhere; he also felt its strength—raging waves, capable of destroying cities and splitting rocks; and he felt its inclusiveness and purification, washing away filth and nurturing life.
This pure water-based law immediately reacted and merged with the original earth-based essence and fire-based essence that he had mastered.
"Earth can overcome water, but dikes need both earth and water to keep them moist; otherwise, the earth will lose its nature and turn into a desert."
Zhen Yuanzi had an epiphany. The essence of the earth element in his body was no longer simply blocking the water vapor, but he tried to guide and contain it.
Under his precise control, the water elemental power of the Xuan Yuan Water Control Flag seeped into the thick Wu Earth, making the originally somewhat "dry" earth elemental energy moist, soft, and more vibrant and malleable.
It was as if the parched earth had received sweet rain. Although their natures were mutually antagonistic, under Zhen Yuanzi's all-encompassing and all-evolving grand will, they began to move towards mutual generation and mutual benefit.
"Water can extinguish fire, but fire can also warm water. Boiling water turns into vapor, and its power is even greater."
At the same time, he also guided the water elemental power to come into contact with the fire source of the Southern Flame Banner.
It is not a brutal annihilation, but rather a simulation of natural phenomena in the world.
A wisp of the essence of the fire was poured into the water elemental energy, but it did not extinguish instantly. Instead, under the subtle manipulation of Zhen Yuanzi's powerful divine sense, it maintained a marvelous balance.
This causes the water temperature to rise, partially transforming into a more dynamic and penetrating essence of Gui water, whose energy and transformation far exceed that of simple cold water or raging fire.
This is not a simple matter of mutual restraint, but rather an opportunity for mutual generation found within mutual restraint, evolving into new forms and forces.
The process of refining the Xuan Yuan Water Control Flag is a deep analysis and reconstruction of the relationship between water and soil, and water and fire.
Zhen Yuanzi's understanding of the Dao of "water" deepened at an unprecedented speed. More importantly, he initially built a more complex and mysterious bridge for the transformation between "earth, water, and fire".
His magical power began to contain a trace of the fluid and ever-changing nature of water, making his originally heavy and powerful force more enduring and agile.
After an unknown amount of time, the unusual phenomenon of water vapor in the quiet room gradually subsided.
The Northern Profound Origin Water Control Flag transformed into a mysterious stream of light, disappearing into Zhen Yuanzi's body. It resonated with the other two flags, becoming part of his Great Dao foundation.
Zhen Yuanzi paused briefly to adjust his breathing, feeling the more harmonious power within his body. Then, his gaze fell upon the Western plain-colored cloud banner that exuded a tranquil, peaceful, and purifying aura.
This flag is associated with the element of "gold," but its "gold" is not the gold of killing and warfare. Rather, it leans towards the gold of purifying, restraining, purifying, and protecting, representing rules, order, and stable boundaries.
He extended his index finger again and pointed at the plain white flag.
"Clang!"
It was as if a clear and melodious sword cry resounded in my mind!
A sharp, chilling, yet pure and resolute Daoist aura instantly surged into Zhen Yuanzi's limbs and bones!
This is not an attack, but a manifestation of the fundamental essence of the Golden Path.