The four of them sparred twice before heading back.
On the way back, Qin Yu sidled up to Lu Yun, hooked his arm around his shoulder, and asked, “How do you Cultivate? How are you so abnormal?”
Lu Yun smiled and replied, “I Cultivate the same way you all do. We’re always together when we practice, aren’t we?”
Qin Yu said, puzzled, “That’s exactly why I’m curious. I practice a movement Secret Manual, yet I couldn’t even touch the hem of your clothes. You’re a freak.”
Of course, Lu Yun couldn't tell him about his Cultivation of the Eternal Life Art.
Speaking of the Eternal Life Art, it was also strange. Ever since his Breakthrough to the first level of Qi Refinement Stage last time…
He had been Cultivating for nearly half a year, but still couldn't Breakthrough to the second level of Qi Refinement. This Cultivation Technique was too difficult to Cultivate.
He could only feel that the sense of Qi in his body was stronger than when he first Broke through to the first level of Qi Refinement.
That night, as Lu Yun continued to Cultivate, perhaps due to the day's activity, he was on the verge of a Breakthrough.
During this period, he felt as if his Dantian Qi Sea was already saturated, with no signs of progress during Cultivation.
However, not long after he started Cultivating tonight, the Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi around him continuously flowed into his Dantian Qi Sea through his Meridians.
Lu Yun was in so much pain that he broke out in a cold sweat. After a short while, there was a 'pop' sound, like something shattering.
Then, the pain in his entire body instantly vanished, and he felt so comfortable he wanted to scream.
Just as Lu Yun was Breaking through, an old man passing by outside the Newbie Area frowned.
He looked towards the Newbie Area and muttered, “How can there be Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi fluctuations in this place?”
Then, he shimmered and appeared outside Lu Yun’s Cultivation room, glancing at Lu Yun who was Cultivating.
He wondered, “How can there be a Cultivator here? This kid is at a critical moment of Breaking through to the second level of Qi Refinement.”
When Lu Yun Broke through and was excitedly admiring his Cultivation achievements,
a voice suddenly came from beside his ear: “Come out to the room for a chat.” Lu Yun was startled by the sudden voice.
After a while, he came out of the room and saw a shifty-looking old man, disheveled and with messy hair.
The old man got straight to the point: “Who are you? Why are you Cultivating in a place like this?”
Lu Yun was a bit confused and said, “I am a Disciple of the Green Dragon Gang’s Newbie Area. If I don’t Cultivate here, where should I Cultivate?”
The old man frowned upon hearing this and said, “I’m asking you, a Cultivator, why did you come to this godforsaken place to Cultivate?”
Lu Yun heard this and strangely asked, “What is a Cultivator?”
The old man saw that Lu Yun didn't seem to be faking it and continued to ask, “Where did you get the Cultivation Technique you practice from?”
Lu Yun looked nervous and said, “Why are you asking that?”
Seeing Lu Yun’s reaction, the old man probably understood what was going on. The truth was likely that this kid had obtained a Cultivation Technique from somewhere, and had been fumbling his way to the second level of Qi Refinement.
After figuring out the general situation, the old man smiled and said, “You are very good. I am Dong Wuming from Medicine Valley, and also a Protector of the Green Dragon Gang. Are you willing to become my Disciple?”
Hearing this, Lu Yun was a bit at a loss and froze.
The old man continued, “I remember that in your Newbie Area, there’s an assessment after one year. Only those who pass the assessment and have excellent Aptitude can become Disciples of the various Grand Elders and Protectors.”
Lu Yun nodded and said, “But there’s a rule that all new Disciples must participate in the assessment.”
The old man merely pursed his lips and said, “It doesn’t matter. As long as you become my Disciple, none of these will be a problem.”
Lu Yun now understood that he had met a master tonight, and this was an opportunity not to be missed.
He suddenly thought of Liang Zi and quickly asked, “I agree to become your Disciple, but can I bring a friend?”
The old man shook his head like a rattle drum and said, “No. If it weren’t for you, kid, being good, I wouldn’t even bother taking you as a Disciple. Have you made up your mind?”
Lu Yun thought to himself, “Liang Zi, you can only rely on your own fortune.”
Then, Lu Yun performed the grand Disciple-bowing ceremony to the old man, who smiled contentedly and said, “Alright, go back. Come find me at Medicine Valley tomorrow.”
After saying that, the old man disappeared without Lu Yun even seeing him move. Lu Yun secretly thought, “He truly is a master. But what did he mean by Cultivator? Never mind, I’ll ask when I go to Medicine Valley.”
It was still early before dawn, so Lu Yun went to take a bath again.
Just like the first time he guided Qi into his body, this Breakthrough to the second level of Qi Refinement also cleansed his Meridians and marrow once more.
After bathing, it was still not yet dawn, so Lu Yun consolidated his Cultivation for a while.
The next morning, when Lu Yun told the others that Dong Wuming of Medicine Valley was going to take him as a Disciple, they were all envious.
Qin Yu leaned over and said, “You’re amazing, buddy. When you’ve found your footing, don’t forget about us brothers.”
Lu Yun remembered that the old man would only take him, and he felt helpless.
He comforted them, saying, “Don’t worry, if there’s a good opportunity, I’ll fight for you all.”
After bidding farewell to the others, Lu Yun went to Medicine Valley.
Medicine Valley is located northwest of the Newbie Area, about ten li away.
When Lu Yun arrived at Medicine Valley, he saw that the vast Medicine Valley, apart from a few servants, only had Dong Wuming.
Medicine Valley is a large canyon running from north to south, with only a living area, a kitchen, and a main hall building.
There were also many various precious medicinal herbs growing everywhere.
When he arrived at the main hall, the old man was reading. There were many books in the hall, including various medical books, Martial Skill Secret Manuals, and various strange tales.
Lu Yun waited on the side for about two quarters of an hour before the old man finished reading and looked up.
The old man looked at Lu Yun and asked, “Don’t you think you are Cultivating a profound Internal Skill Secret Manual? Show me your Cultivation Technique Secret Manual.”
Lu Yun hesitated for a moment. He knew that since he had taken this old man as his master, the matter of the Cultivation Technique Secret Manual would definitely not be kept secret.
He then pulled out the cloth-wrapped package from his bosom, opened it, and took out the yellowed Cultivation Technique Secret Manual, handing it to the old man.
The old man took it, looked at it for a while, and then nodded with a solemn expression, saying.
“Not bad. This Cultivation Technique is a bit different from the popular Cultivation Techniques today; it should be quite old. How much do you know about the Cultivation World?”
Lu Yun shook his head and said, “I don’t even know what the Cultivation World is.”
The old man nodded and said, “Let me give you a general overview. Don’t you think that when you Cultivate this Cultivation Technique, you are much stronger than those who Cultivate the Green Dragon Gang’s Cultivation Techniques?”
Lu Yun nodded in agreement after hearing this.
The old man smiled and said, “That’s because your Cultivation Technique is an Immortal Cultivation Technique. So-called Immortal Cultivation is the process of Mortals achieving Immortal Ascension.
Even if a Mortal Cultivates Martial Arts to their peak, the most powerful they can become is in the Innate Realm, or those so-called emperor Realms, which cannot be compared to a Cultivator.
Because a Cultivator’s Spiritual Qi can condense powerful attack methods based on different Spells, this is far beyond what Internal Energy can compare to.
However, low-level Qi Refinement Stage Cultivators have limited Spiritual Qi reserves in their bodies, and powerful attacks will run out after only a few uses.
And those powerful Martial Artists, as long as they can dodge the Cultivator's first few waves of attacks, killing a Cultivator is as simple as killing a chicken.
Therefore, Cultivators who are just beginning their Qi Refinement Cultivation should try not to offend powerful Martial Artists casually.
Of course, when Qi Refinement Cultivation reaches the Late Stage, then there’s no need to fear worldly Martial Artists, understand?”
The old man threw the Cultivation Technique back to Lu Yun and said, “This Cultivation Technique is good, continue practicing it in the future.”
Then, he threw over a set of black Gang uniforms for elite Disciples.
“Put this on. It will make things much more convenient for you in the Gang later on.
Remember, before you Break through to the sixth level of Qi Refinement, it's best not to go outside, because you might accidentally be killed by worldly Martial Artists.”
The old man pulled out a bottle of Medicinal Pills from somewhere and placed it on the table, saying, “Take these. Eating them will make your Cultivation twice as effective with half the effort.”
Then, he suddenly remembered something and said, “Give me your hand. Let me see your Spiritual Root Aptitude.”
Lu Yun walked in front of the old man and, as instructed, extended his left hand.
The old man placed his fingers on Lu Yun’s arm, closed his eyes, and sensed carefully for a while.
Then he frowned and said, “It’s actually Five Spiritual Roots, extremely poor Aptitude. It’s a miracle that you were able to guide Qi into your body.
How long did it take you to Cultivate from the first level of Qi Refinement to the second level of Qi Refinement?”