Volume 1: Wrath of the West Chapter 14 Meishan Kung Fu
"As for blood transfusion and marrow cleansing, even I have never glimpsed the mysteries involved. I hope that one day, you can reach this peak."
"Disciple will definitely try his best."
The old man smiled and nodded.
"Your talent is so good that I have never seen it before. You must not slack off in your practice, or you will regret it too late."
After nodding solemnly, Xu Rui continued, "Teacher, after marrow washing, is there a higher realm in martial arts?"
"Of course there is more. The marrow cleansing is complete, the body is completely transformed, and the Dantian produces an innate energy, which allows people like me with dull aptitude to also have the foundation for cultivation. That's why it's called the 'Innate Wonderful Realm'."
"Practicing Taoism? Can you become an immortal?" Xu Rui's eyes were fiery.
"Haha, cultivation does exist, but becoming an immortal is only a legend."
It's rare to see a good seedling, and the old man wants to say a few more words.
"Rumor has it that there are nine levels of cultivation."
"The ninth level is also the first level on the path, called 'foundation building'."
"For people born with spiritual bodies, it only takes a hundred days at most to lay down a foundation and become a cultivator at the foundation-building stage. That's why there's a saying in the cultivation world that 'a hundred days to build a foundation'."
"Are there very few spirits?" Xu Rui asked.
"One in a million."
“That’s too little.”
"Humans are the most intelligent creatures in the world. After they are born, they have innate energy in their bodies. However, as they eat grains and are exposed to the filth of worldly life, the innate energy in their bodies will gradually dissipate. Most people will completely transform into acquired mortal bodies before the age of six."
"Acquired mortal body?!"
Xu Rui instantly thought of his qualifications displayed on the panel.
"…Only those with great talents or special opportunities can keep their innate spiritual energy in their bodies before entering the Dao. Practitioners call these people 'spiritual bodies'. They are good materials for practicing the Dao and are extremely rare."
"However, 'The Forty-Nine Heavenly Daos, the Only One to Escape.' Even if one has an acquired mortal body, if one has a desire to improve and practices diligently, one has a chance to achieve enlightenment ."
"Innate in martial arts?" Xu Rui suddenly realized.
The old man had a teachable look on his face.
"Train the flesh, strengthen the bones, change the blood, cleanse the marrow, and then achieve the innate. Return to the innate from the acquired, and transform the mortal body into a spiritual body. Then the path of cultivation will be completed."
"It's a pity that this road is difficult. Training the flesh, tempering the bones, changing the blood, and washing the marrow are all difficult. Even if I have practiced hard for thirty years, I am still stuck at the stage of strengthening the bones and still have difficulty in changing the blood. As for washing the marrow, unless there is a great opportunity, there is no hope in this lifetime."
The tone was sighing, with a hint of loss.
An accidental opportunity brought him into contact with Taoism, but unfortunately he lacked the aptitude and missed the opportunity.
This has been his biggest regret over the years.
But after so many years, he has figured it out. The Taoist said that it was the end of the world now, and even if he practiced Taoism, he would only be able to prolong his life and live a few more years.
Instead of wasting time on it, it is better to enjoy wealth in the world.
Over the years, he has lived in Xiangling and has enjoyed a lot of wealth and splendor. Spreading Meishan martial arts has also replaced practicing Taoism and become his wish.
After all, people always have to have some goals in life.
Looking at the tall young man in front of him, the old man shook his head.
It's a rare opportunity to see a good seedling, so I was very happy and talked a lot.
"Practicing Taoism is too far away, you should practice martial arts first. With your aptitude, if you practice hard, you may have the opportunity to enter the innate realm in the future." The old man encouraged.
"yes."
Xu Rui looked at the percentage progress behind the aptitude on the panel. He was now almost certain that if it could be completed, the aptitude would definitely be able to achieve a spiritual body.
"There are only two marrow cleansing points left."
My heart is full of anticipation.
He really wanted to ask more about the matter of cultivation, but the old man was no longer prepared to talk about it.
"Come here, I'll teach you another arrow stake."
Compared to the casualness at the beginning, this time Xu Rui clearly felt the old man's attention. Not only did he explain the key points of exerting force clearly, but he also taught him personally, not letting go of even the smallest mistakes.
After the arrow stakes come the nail stakes.
Under the old man's personal instruction, he quickly mastered it.
"I have taught you all the stances of Meishan martial arts. You don't have to practice the routines today. Just stay here and experience the differences and practices of the three stances of Meishan. If you have any questions, feel free to ask me."
"Disciple obeys your command."
The old man left with satisfaction.
Xu Rui continued to practice his standing meditation, and he could feel the difference in himself.
When he was in school, although he was considered a good student, he still relied more on his own efforts.
But now, he clearly felt that his mind was clearer, and his memory and understanding were higher than before.
He could remember and understand quickly after the old man explained it once or twice.
Obviously, this was the change that the marrow cleansing point brought to him.
"Just adding the marrow cleansing points has already brought about such obvious changes. If I transform into a spirit body...!"
A strong desire rises from the bottom of my heart.
"It's a pity that the marrow cleansing points are too difficult to collect."
There are still too few ghosts.
Thinking of this, he couldn't help but think of the token in Shi Hu's hand.
…
Chen Yulou walked out of his father's room covered in dust and dirt.
Following behind him was Hua Maguai, who was wearing a gray double-breasted shirt.
He stopped suddenly and Hua Maguai almost bumped into him. Fortunately, he had good control of his feet and was able to escape the disaster.
"Young Master...?"
"Kidnapper, you must go to Xiangyin in person tomorrow and make sure to get to the bottom of the matter of the 'Xuan Gui Bagua Order'." Chen Yulou said with a gloomy face.
"yes."
The Xuan Gui Bagua Token is a treasure of Xiling. There are four "Heaven and Earth Xuan Huang" Tokens in total. When put together, they can form the "Four Symbols Xuan Gui Array" with infinite power.
He used it for a while, and after taking it back, one third of the ghosts in the "Xuan Zi" Bagua Order were gone, and the strongest top-grade ghost was also lost. The power was directly reduced by half. He didn't know how much energy he would have to waste if he wanted to raise it back.
Bai Wushuang and his friends seized on this matter and caused him to be scolded by his father in front of everyone.
"If I leave, what about setting up the 'Blood Hall'...?"
He hesitated for a moment.
"Let Hong Gu go. She is meticulous and has the unique skills of the Moon Gate. There will be no mistakes." After a pause, "By the way, have the people in Ni'er's Society made any unusual moves?"
"I have been staying in the other courtyard and have never gone out."
Chen Yulou nodded slightly and said, "Keep an eye on them."
"The young captain is worried that they have other purposes."
"I don't know. But it's a little suspicious that he traveled thousands of miles from outside the Great Wall to Sanxiang and offered a precious magic just for two talismans. Anyway, it's better to be prepared."
"yes."
