"Master, I have something else to give you."
Taoist Longshan looked over curiously and saw Ning Qi handing over a prescription.
An improved version of the Body Tempering Powder.
"In my free time, I thought the original Body Tempering Powder had room for improvement, so I made some modifications. The effect is more than doubled compared to before."
Taoist Longshan was stunned, then overjoyed.
He didn’t doubt Ning Qi’s words.
With the True Martial Stance as precedent, Taoist Longshan accepted it quickly.
The True Martial Stance was already an incredible delight, and this improved Body Tempering Powder is visibly beneficial to the True Martial Sect, enough to allow True Martial disciples to grow even faster. It enriches the foundation of the sect—a treasure of unparalleled value!
Taoist Longshan looked at Ning Qi with gratitude in his eyes.
Perhaps bringing Ning Qi to the True Martial Mountain years ago was the wisest decision of his life.
With a disciple , what more could one ask for?
"Jiu, if you have any needs, feel free to tell your master. Since you are now a True Martial Path Guardian, you can freely use any resources of the True Martial Sect in the future."
Taoist Longshan said solemnly.
The True Martial Path Guardian remains hidden, the absolute trump card of the True Martial Sect, naturally enjoying excellent treatment.
Not to mention Ning Qi’s contributions to the True Martial Sect.
At this point, Taoist Longshan had completely abandoned his prior thoughts. Just after closing his session, he was still thinking about planning a path to Martial Saint for Ning Qi to not waste his talent. However, upon seeing Ning Qi’s monstrous talent, he changed his mind.
For such a genius, the best way to teach is to provide abundant resources and let him grow freely.
There’s no need to intervene in other areas.
Otherwise, if he misguides him, Taoist Longshan would never forgive himself.
Ning Qi felt slightly excited in his heart, not expecting these benefits after becoming a Path Guardian.
What did he long for the most?
It must be the Scripture Pavilion of the True Martial Sect.
Inside, there are not only various martial arts secret manuals but also numerous Taoist scriptures, geomancy, and medical books.
In the past, even though Taoist Longshan was very fond of him, he could only view part of it. After all, without rules, nothing can be achieved; even the many true disciples with better treatment must pay attention to contribution and cannot take freely. Otherwise, the sect will inevitably decline or even perish in the long run.
"Master, can I live in the Scripture Pavilion in the future?" Ning Qi asked expectantly.
It takes time to borrow and read each time; otherwise, he might as well move there.
Although the True Dragon Stance can be considered an unparalleled stance skill, Ning Qi is still not satisfied. If he uses the many martial arts in the Scripture Pavilion as a foundation, perhaps he can create an even more formidable stance skill.
If he could transform the whole Scripture Pavilion into his foundation, Ning Qi’s growth path would undoubtedly be smoother.
Even though full-level insight is powerful, it also requires constant self-cultivation.
Taoist Longshan paused momentarily, not expecting Ning Qi to ask for such a condition.
He thought for a moment and said:
"Living in the Scripture Pavilion might be inconvenient; you won’t be able to practice freely. How about this? I’ll have someone build a new residence for you near the Scripture Pavilion, where it’s quiet and undisturbed. You can go to the Scripture Pavilion to read books if you feel like it and practice in your own residence."
Ning Qi was overjoyed; this was naturally better.
"However, the vast scriptures in the Scripture Pavilion, you must not be dazzled by them. You need to grasp the right measure."
Taoist Longshan smiled slightly.
"Then mention them in the future when you think of them."
He motioned Ning Qi to sit down.
"Since you’re here today, I might as well talk to you about the checkpoints on the Martial Path, an experience from many years as your master."
"The Body Tempering Eight Realms, skin, flesh, tendons, and bones are the outer four realms, while organs, marrow, blood, and spirit are the inner four realms. When inner and outer combine, it is perfection..."
"In the outer four realms, Bone Refining is the most critical, as it is the bridge connecting inner and outer..."
"In the inner four realms, Refining Spirit is the most dangerous and requires the most patience..."
Taoist Longshan talked enthusiastically.
He only spoke from his experience, leaving it up to Ning Qi how much he could apply.
Ning Qi listened intently.
This unreserved teaching was precisely what he needed most and could help him avoid detours.
At this moment, Ning Qi already had a series of spiritual insights appearing in his mind, and suddenly he realized there were several imperfections in the True Martial Stance he had created earlier.
The sunset’s glow slanted, and master and disciple discussed together.
Time passed leisurely by.
Ning Qi had already stepped into the Great Success in Refining Flesh, with the strength of eight hundred jin in one arm, quite exaggerated for a three-year-old child, but reasonably normal given that the Flesh Refining Realm naturally increases strength. Coupled with the unparalleled foundation built by Ning Qi’s True Martial Stance, it was even more remarkable.
Ning Qi was packing his things.
The residence at the Scripture Pavilion was finally ready.
Third senior sister Ye Qinghe and fourth senior brother He Yan, along with fifth senior brother Jiang Baishan, came to help.
"Tsk tsk tsk, Jiu, be honest, are you secretly the master’s illegitimate child?"
Ye Qinghe teased while packing, pinching Ning Qi’s cheeks.
Ning Qi rolled his eyes and pushed her hand away.
"Third Senior Sister, if you have the guts, say that to the master."
He Yan and Jiang Baishan exchanged glances, both smiling wryly.
If it were them, they wouldn’t dare to say such things.
Ye Qinghe, being the only female disciple among the Nine Great True Inheritors, was greatly cherished by Taoist Longshan, but to really say such things in front of him would still result in transcribing scriptures as punishment.
She wrinkled her nose, voicing the thoughts that He Yan and Jiang Baishan shared.
"Humph, why else would the master allow only you to live by the Scripture Pavilion and instruct us not to disturb you when practicing martial arts?"
All three felt a bit jealous.
They thought their master was a bit biased but mostly wanted to tease Ning Qi.
Ning Qi’s eyes lit up, smiling as he said:
"Do you really want to know?"
Three pairs of eyes looked over simultaneously.
"Because I’m an unparalleled genius!"
Ning Qi hoisted his pack, leaving the three with the back of a Long Aotian character.
Ye Qinghe and the others were dumbfounded, feeling a bit annoyed, but then they exchanged smiles:
"Arrogant little Jiu."
Although they felt a bit envious, they didn’t feel imbalanced. Ning Qi’s talent was evident to all, and many true disciples had subtly started to see Ning Qi as the future of the True Martial Sect. Besides, they had watched Ning Qi grow up day by day, considering him like a younger brother.
The four arrived at Ning Qi’s new residence.
Ye Qinghe and the others couldn’t resist teasing again, gave some advice, and then left.
"Jiu, take care of your cultivation; you can reach out to us anytime if you need anything."
Ning Qi watched them leave, then started looking around his new home, feeling joyful inside.
The courtyard was spacious and quiet, located behind the Scripture Pavilion, where normally no one would disturb him.
He looked towards the distant Scripture Pavilion, excitement gradually filling his eyes.
To him, that was the foundation for immortality.