Ning Qi's eyes flashed.
Five years ago, he transmigrated and immediately faced a crisis. If he hadn't awakened his max-level comprehension and held on until Dragon Mountain Daoist arrived, he would have likely died again.
Although he could perceive some things back then, it wasn't comprehensive enough, and he didn't know the full story.
"You are not an orphan picked up from the mountains by your Master. Your parents were Ning Ye and Jiang Xuemei of Snow Plum Manor. They were harmed by villains, and your Master brought you out of the fire."
Dragon Mountain Daoist slowly explained. When he brought Ning Qi back, he had publicly claimed that Ning Qi was an orphan found in the wilderness.
Seeing Ning Qi's serious but not overly shocked expression, he finally resolved a doubt in his heart.
"Xiao Jiu, you truly are born with knowledge."
He sighed deeply.
Back then, he had wondered if the baby's cries, when he arrived at the fire, were intentionally made to attract his attention.
Now it seemed that was indeed the case. This Disciple of his was born with spiritual wisdom, able to discern good from evil, and his instinctive desire for survival made him wait for his Master.
Ning Qi tacitly agreed.
He trusted Dragon Mountain Daoist enough.
"Master, I want to know, who were the people who killed my parents back then?"
At that time, he only knew of a 'Lord Feng,' but he didn't know his specific background or why Snow Plum Manor was annihilated.
Dragon Mountain Daoist fell into contemplation:
"Five years ago, I received an invitation from your parents to celebrate your birthday and discuss important matters. I didn't expect that by the time I arrived, Snow Plum Manor would be devoid of any living souls, and the culprits would have already fled. Fortunately, your Innate Qi was sufficiently dense, protecting you for so long."
"These past few years, your Master has been secretly investigating, and finally, there are some clues."
"The culprits from back then might be related to the Blood Rain Tower, which has risen in prominence in recent years, but the investigation is still ongoing. Your Master doesn't yet know if others were involved, nor why Snow Plum Manor was annihilated. I only surmise it might be related to the important matter your father mentioned."
His eyes held a hint of apprehension.
Ning Qi's eyes also narrowed slightly.
He had heard his Senior Apprentice Sisters and Senior Apprentice Brothers, who had gone down the mountain for training, mention the Blood Rain Tower. It was an extremely powerful assassin organization, with four top-tier assassins known as 'Wind, Rain, Thunder, Lightning,' all of whom were in the Gang Yuan Realm. There were even rumors of the four of them jointly retreating unscathed from a Heavenly Human Realm expert, making them unrivaled for a time.
"'Wind, Rain, Thunder, Lightning'? Lord Feng?"
Ning Qi pondered in his heart.
Seeing Ning Qi remain silent, Dragon Mountain Daoist stroked Ning Qi's head and comforted him:
"Qi'er, the reason your Master is telling you this today is simply because you have the right to know. However, you must remember not to let hatred blind you and give rise to baseless obsessions. With your talent, if you diligently Cultivate with your Master for twenty years, seeking revenge in the future will be effortless."
"Don't worry, your Master will also help you then!"
His care and affection were evident.
In reality.
Dragon Mountain Daoist had hesitated for a long time. He had originally intended to slowly inform Ning Qi about this after he came of age.
However, as Ning Qi's performance became increasingly monstrous, and the mental fortitude he displayed far surpassed ordinary people, he set the goal of informing Ning Qi of the truth when he reached the Inner Yuan Realm.
Because he suspected that Ning Qi was born with knowledge, and perhaps had already perceived some things while still an infant. Rather than concealing it, it was better to be open and honest. This would prevent Ning Qi from bottling it up, as he worried Ning Qi might develop an obsession and inner demons.
In the Martial Dao, if one develops inner demons that cannot be removed, one is almost half-crippled.
Ning Qi bowed respectfully.
"Master, your Disciple understands."
"Your Disciple will not forget the revenge for the annihilation of my family, but your Disciple will also not act impulsively. Once I achieve sufficient strength in the future, I will definitely eliminate those culprits."
Ning Qi said firmly.
With his max-level comprehension, there was no need to rush.
Now that he knew his goal, he would be even less hasty.
"Blood Rain Tower..."
He slowly savored the name in his heart.
Dragon Mountain Daoist stroked his beard with satisfaction:
"That's good. Since you have now stepped into the Inner Yuan Realm, if you need anything in the future, just tell your Master directly. As for now, your Master will tell you more about cultivation in the Inner Yuan Realm..."
Ning Qi smiled and sat cross-legged opposite Dragon Mountain Daoist.
He assumed a listening posture.
Dragon Mountain Daoist spoke at length, and Ning Qi occasionally offered different insights, often leaving Dragon Mountain Daoist speechless. In his heart, he was both amazed and gratified. He realized that there was less and less he could teach Ning Qi. Perhaps the only thing he could do was create a good environment for Ning Qi.
After a long time.
Looking at Ning Qi, who walked away with his hands behind his back like a little adult.
Dragon Mountain Daoist stroked his beard with satisfaction.
"With such a Disciple, what more could one ask for?"
...
Ning Qi sat with his eyes closed in the Seeking Dao Courtyard.
His conversation with Dragon Mountain Daoist had been very beneficial.
After learning that the culprits were from the Blood Rain Tower, he didn't feel anxious; instead, he felt a sense of stability. At least now he had a goal, unlike before, when it was just a vague hypothesis.
"Let alone advancing to the Heavenly Human Realm, even if I reach the Yuandan Realm, I can probably easily destroy the Blood Rain Tower."
Ning Qi had never unleashed his full power, but his combat strength at the same level was actually extremely exaggerated, and fighting above his level was not difficult. One day, when he stepped into the Gang Yuan Realm, he would most likely be able to contend with a Heavenly Human Realm expert.
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He didn't dwell on this for too long.
Ning Qi began to introspect.
"Inner Strength and the Physical Body have fully established a connection. From Master's cultivation experience, the initial transformation of the Physical Body won't take too long, and I'll make it in time for the New Year."
Without hesitation.
Ning Qi began to eat.
Exotic beast meat, three-leaf ganoderma, century-old ginseng, qi and blood fruits... Ning Qi consumed various highly nourishing items. He ate slowly but steadily. Before long, all the prepared items were devoured.
He felt a slight fullness in his stomach.
Ning Qi had already instructed White Ape to guard him.
Within the True Martial Sect, it was also very safe.
With the door locked, Ning Qi slowly lay down.
His aura visibly weakened at a speed discernible to the naked eye. His complexion turned pale, then ashen, and his originally lustrous skin became dull and withered. In just a short moment, Ning Qi gradually resembled a corpse.
He had begun his first 'death' of the Physical Body.
The Physical Body, only by achieving rebirth in stillness, could undergo the ultimate transformation.
This was very dangerous, but Ning Qi had the Great Dream Nine Deaths Art protecting his Dao.
At this moment.
The various highly nourishing items he had consumed internally had already begun to take effect, transforming in a miraculous way into the deepest parts of his Physical Body.
Wondrous changes were occurring within Ning Qi's Physical Body.
Outside the house.
White Ape sensed something, and his pupils were filled with worry, resisting the urge to go in and check.
Ning Qi had instructed him to guard while he was in seclusion.
White Ape made up his mind not to go anywhere for the next few days, just waiting for Ning Qi to wake up.
Time passed leisurely.
The festive atmosphere on Zhenwu Mountain grew stronger, as the New Year approached. Especially after Luo Wentian proposed the True Martial New Year Grand Competition, it made the Disciples even more eager to try their hands.
In contrast, the Seeking Dao Courtyard seemed a bit deserted.
White Ape would listen for movement outside the house every day.
But there was no aura inside, as if it were empty, which made him extremely anxious, but he dared not disobey Ning Qi.
Fortunately.
This anxiety did not last too long.
Seven days later.
A familiar aura reappeared inside the house.
White Ape was overjoyed.
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