Qi Cultivation Starting from the Repair Panel

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After all, he had a heart that cherished talent and thus came to plea for leniency today.

In his eyes, since Chu Zheng had gifted such a Spirit Ginseng and spent a year accompanying Bai Nian in this desolate small city, investing so much time and effort, he presumably held considerable expectations for Bai Nian.

Had he known of Bai Nian's lack of ambition, this Qi Cultivator would have likely been infuriated, possibly even turning hostile on the spot.

Hearing of the Qi Cultivators' unpredictability and unhesitating wrath, he was concerned that he might not be able to manage the situation, prompting his special plea.

"I thought it would be some significant matter, Mr. Xi has misunderstood."

Upon hearing this, Chu Zheng shook his head:

"Bai Nian already spoke to me about this last night, if he doesn't wish to be an official, then he won't be. After all, there are more paths in life than just officialdom, and besides, what he wishes to do has nothing to do with me, does it?"

"That's Bai Nian's forfeit pay, please take it with peace of mind, Mr. Xi."

After speaking, he pushed the long box back and casually took out a brocade box, tossing it over:

"This covers our lodging for the past year. Thank you for your care during this time, Mr. Xi."

Xi Ji'an caught the brocade box in a daze, Chu Zheng's response left him somewhat flabbergasted. Coming to his senses and his complexion changing immediately, he said:

"This mustn't be! I'm by no means a famous teacher; I merely helped Bai Nian with his beginnings. The Spirit Ginseng is already a rare treasure, too much for me to accept, how can I take anything more from you?"

As he spoke, Xi Ji'an attempted to return the brocade box; however, his body suddenly stiffened, unable to move the slightest bit.

"Mr. Xi, don't panic, the Binding Technique will release itself after the time it takes to drink a cup of tea."

Chu Zheng mentioned casually, glancing at the morning sun outside, made a quick calculation with his fingers, and shortly after, smiled faintly:

"The wind is clear, and the sky is bright; it's an auspicious day for travel. With this, I take my leave."

With the sound of those words, Chu Zheng's figure was no longer in the room.

Quickly, Xi Ji'an felt his body relax, the binding spell lifted, and he hastily opened the brocade box in his hands.

Inside the box lay a Jade Pendant, luminous and transparent, with gentle water-light seemingly flowing within it. Capable of autonomously absorbing spirit to nourish the body, it would certainly bolster the health of scholars. Worn over a long period, it would undoubtedly bring great benefits.

"This..."

Looking at the Jade Pendant, Xi Ji'an was at a loss for words. He'd intended to return the Spirit Ginseng, yet he hadn't expected to receive such a generous gift in return.

Could it be that all Qi Cultivators were so lavishly generous?

"Ah, what to do..."

Xi Ji'an felt uneasy, unable to settle down. After contemplating for a while, he turned back to his room, walking to his desk and began to draw.

A moment later, Bai Nian's portrait appeared vividly on the paper, and then, he proceeded to write a letter.

Rolling the letter and portrait together, he inserted them into a message tube, Xi Ji'an approached the window and beckoned to a strange bird, no longer than a foot, with three-colored spiritual feathers and bright, intelligent eyes.

After Xi Ji'an secured the message tube, the bird took off, heading towards the Da Li Royal Capital, the Yujing Divine Palace.

Having received two wondrous treasures from Chu Zheng, Xi Ji'an wouldn't feel at ease without doing something in return. If Bai Nian truly went to Yujing, this letter should be able to help him with some minor troubles.

After completing these tasks, Xi Ji'an finally felt a sense of relief. However, not long after, his expression changed.

Bai Nian left in such a hurry, had he taken any provisions with him?

Traveling to Yujing, through high mountains and long rivers, how would he manage if his purse was as empty as a whistle?

Upon reflecting on this, Xi Ji'an reconsidered, uncertainly telling himself:

Perhaps... Chu Zheng had already provided?

Certainly, given Chu Zheng's generous manner, it was unlikely he would not prepare these things for Bai Nian.

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Leaving Huanhua Academy, Chu Zheng searched the deep mountains and old forests, heading straight for the wilderness seldom trod by humans.

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He had already reached the pinnacle of the Tongxuan Realm, his cultivation was gradually becoming uncontrollable, and he was about to step into the Immortal Tribulation Secret Realm.

Remaining within the academy any longer would inevitably lead to complications and endanger innocent people.

Soon, Chu Zheng found a desolate area with mountains surrounding water, stretching tens of thousands of miles, all rugged and majestic peaks.

He found a lofty peak and sat down cross-legged amidst the continuous snow and ice. He took a deep breath, swallowed a handful of Spirit Pills, his Five Elements Immortal Root within his Dantian stirred lightly, digesting the medicinal power, and began moving towards a brand-new domain.

In the blink of an eye, more than a month had passed.

Within ten feet of where Chu Zheng sat, the snow had melted, grass grew, and flowers bloomed, as if spring had arrived.

Ten days ago, he had already half-stepped into the Immortal Tribulation Secret Realm, but he had not yet crossed over, and had been preparing all this time.

Once he stepped into the Immortal Tribulation Secret Realm, it meant that his cultivation had reached the Seventh Order. Currently, as a Repair Master, his own level was also only at the Seventh Order, and he could not infinitely repair his body. Therefore, for the sake of crossing the tribulation, he must make thorough preparations.

Chu Zheng calmed his mind and spirit, adjusting himself to the ideal state before suddenly opening his eyes and looking up at the sky, his eyes filled with a cold hue.

Crack—

With a light sound, the last barrier within him shattered.

A stream of pure white Immortal Qi was born from the Five Elements Immortal Root, climbing up along his spine, passing through the Yin Yang Immortal Bone, before returning to the Dantian, transforming into pure Immortal Power.

The birth of Immortal Power meant that Chu Zheng had completely stepped into the Immortal Tribulation Secret Realm.

He took a deep breath and looked up at the clear sky, preparing for the arrival of the Heavenly Tribulation.

Time passed, and more than half a day went by. The night grew darker, yet there was still no sign of any response in the sky.

During this half-day, Chu Zheng's Immortal Power within his Dantian had accumulated quite a bit, enough to unleash Immortal Techniques and Divine Skills, but the heavens above remained still.

In an instant, the bright moon hung in the sky, and the stars adorned the night, utterly magnificent.

Staring at the unchanging sky, Chu Zheng became lost in thought.

Where was the Heavenly Tribulation?

On second thought, he gradually noticed something amiss.

His body indeed possessed Immortal Power, and there was no doubt that he had stepped into the Immortal Tribulation Secret Realm, but he had not experienced the purification of the Heavenly Tribulation, and yet Immortal Power had emerged, seemingly defying normal conventions.

Something was not right...

In an instant, Chu Zheng's expression changed, and with careful sensing, he suddenly realized that the aura of tribulation surrounding him had surged enormously, almost bursting forth, evolving into a tribulation.

A flicker of enlightenment crossed his mind, and a sense of shock emerged.

The Immortal Path and the Qi Refining Lineage had begun to intermingle within his body, something Chu Zheng had already noticed. However, he had never imagined that the two paths had already fused to such an extent.

Previously, the Qi Refining Lineage, influenced by the Immortal Path, saw a rapid increase in cultivation. Now, the Immortal Path was similarly affected by the Qi-refining Technique, with the Heavenly Tribulation being erased, and instead, the Tribulation Qi had been accumulating.

Heavenly Tribulation was essentially a test given by the Heavenly Dao to living creatures. In essence, it was no different from the tribulations faced by Qi Cultivators—merely a difference between natural disasters and man-made calamities.

Now that the Heavenly Tribulation had disappeared, but the Tribulation Qi hadn't, it had accumulated, transforming into his own tribulation.

Chu Zheng's complexion turned solemn. Rather than facing this tribulation, he would have preferred to cross the Heavenly Tribulation, as at least that was controllable. As for his own tribulation, other than embodying it, he didn't know what other unexpected events it might trigger.

With the amount of Tribulation Qi that had accumulated on him now, even if he embodied it, it would likely be too late, and it wouldn't be long before troubles came knocking.

After a while, Chu Zheng steadied his spirit and began searching through his accumulated possessions, looking for a new Protective Treasure.

After a lengthy selection, Chu Zheng chose a fragment of a Supreme Treasure he had obtained from a battlefield beyond his realm.

[Emperor Jade Wall (Eighth Order): Forged from Innate Spirit Jade from the Chaos, it includes major medical scriptures such as "Four Qi Regulation Scripture," "Yin Yang Wan Xiang Lun," etc. It was shattered during a great battle and can be repaired (/500)]

Medicine's study of the human body had reached the peak. The theory of Yin Yang harmony within it should also significantly benefit Chu Zheng's cultivation.
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