Yet, Demon Buddha Jaya sensed that the Daoist Technique might not be the opponent's trump card.
At this moment, he was eager to try. He wanted to test the mysteries of that powerful Daoist Technique.
More so, he desired to compete with Zhang Jian.
The path that was blocked by Zhang Jian earlier, Demon Buddha Jaya had remembered it well.
However, after Zhang Jian suppressed the Seven-tailed Celestial Fox, he did not continue seeking trouble with other Demon Fiends in the Demon Suppression Tower.
...
After Zhang Jian secluded himself for a period of time, he activated a Mysterious Technique from the Treasure Record, piercing through the Heaven and Earth Profound Sect. This time it was a Yin Spirit Divine Travel, directly returning to the depths of Tongshan Dao Lineage.
Tongshan
The Heaven-Supporting Divine Mountain stood towering amid the mountains and seas, surrounded by an expansive and magnificent great marsh. This marsh was shrouded with misty clouds, appearing immensely vast.
But compared to the Divine Mountain, it seemed almost 'exquisite', 'small' like a stream.
Zhang Jian's figure flew across a thousand miles of water surface, bearing the Magic Talisman of Heaven and Earth Profound Sect, his escape speed was extremely fast.
At Demon-slaying Peak, Tie Xin Daoist received the news and personally came to welcome him.
From afar, seeing a Yin Spirit light descend, he smiled and said.
"Junior Zhang, I've been waiting for you for a long time. Elder Sister is waiting for you on the mountain!"
Zhang Jian descended the Escape Light and cupped his hands upon hearing.
"A small matter, yet it troubles you to make a trip!"
Tie Xin Daoist waved his hand, immediately leading Zhang Jian into the depths of Demon-slaying Peak.
Zhang Jian was already familiar with the path.
Inside the Demon-slaying Hall, Zhang Jian saw True Monarch Zhanmo who had been waiting there.
"Master!"
Zhang Jian was the first to bow in ceremony.
True Monarch Zhanmo, clad in purple, stood tall. Her loose robes fitting snugly on her figure, her gaze fell upon Zhang Jian's solidified Yin Spirit and scanned it with some surprise in her eyes.
Mildly pondering, she sighed.
"Ah Yu, it's best if you practice a Daoist Technique that can diversify your Yin Spirit, making it easier to walk within the Sect!"
Upon hearing, Zhang Jian nodded obediently.
Having a solidified Yin Spirit wandering within the Sect was indeed somewhat ostentatious.
True Monarch Zhanmo gave Zhang Jian a look, then asked again.
"Ah Yu, what brings you to the Sect this time?"
Zhang Jian responded without hesitation: "Master, disciple wishes to request transmission of the Yin Spirit cultivation method!"
True Monarch Zhanmo smiled and nodded at this, which did not take her by surprise.
Without dismissing anyone, she began teaching Zhang Jian right there in the Demon-slaying Hall.
Initially, True Monarch Zhanmo explained the Yin Spirit Venerable's cultivation method and how to establish a Primordial Spirit Foundation, confirm one's path, cut away delusion, and comprehend the True Spirit, combining it with the Yin Spirit.
After the imparting, the master-disciple duo engaged in a Q&A session, starting with True Monarch Zhanmo testing Zhang Jian, followed by Zhang Jian asking questions.
Such one-on-one teaching is what Yin Spirit Venerables dream of.
After all, ordinary Yin Spirit Venerables have no hope of apprenticing under a True Monarch to be taught face-to-face.
Tie Xin Daoist stood aside listening, soon after Bai Xianyin also arrived.
Later, two Cultivators, exuding intense Divine Light, arrived.
One was a robust figure, carrying a giant sword on his back, with a rugged face and an imposing aura, akin to a worldly hero.
The other was a typical young Daoist, surrounded by manifesting Clear Dao Rhythm.
Unexpectedly, these two Cultivators also chose the Lifebound Technique of the Treasure Record, namely the Tongshan Pure Treasure Record, rather than the Nine Qi Essence True Scripture.
Both pursued the Essence One path.
Several hours later, Zhang Jian awoke from his concentration, now glancing at the sky, expressing a bit of sentiment.
"To hear the Dao in the morning, one could die contently in the evening!"
True Monarch Zhanmo gave Zhang Jian a casual look upon hearing this, yet she too felt some surprise.
In this process of imparting knowledge, Zhang Jian's accumulation on cultivation became apparent.
Though his training time was very short, Zhang Jian's understanding of the Path of Heaven and Earth was by no means inferior to those Yin Spirit Venerables who laboriously trained for millennia, instead, it was remarkably superior.
In True Monarch Zhanmo's view, this was already close to a Primordial Spirit Master.
However, some areas were still lacking, ultimately due to the short cultivation period. Some parts of experience can only be obtained through practice, not knowledge.
Yet aside from various Hundred Skills of Cultivation, in comprehending Heaven and Earth Techniques and many Heaven and Earth Laws, Zhang Jian's accumulation was astonishing.
Many insights contributed greatly to her enlightenment.
Zhang Jian benefited greatly from the tutelage, but she too reaped rewards.
Possessing the Seven-Orifice Exquisite Heart, this Saintly Body's trait is indeed extraordinary.
However, for those close to Zhang Jian, how is this not a fortunate event?
While she may currently be teaching Zhang Jian, once he matures, she will receive enormous feedback.
Many unresolved issues she struggles with, perhaps in the future, Zhang Jian can provide answers.
At this moment, Zhang Jian also observed the other two Cultivators, his eyes lit up, immediately standing and ceremonially greeting them.
"First Senior Brother, Second Senior Brother!"
The two Daoists, also somewhat reluctant to leave, returned the greeting.
"Fifth Junior Brother!"
True Monarch Zhanmo witnessed this, with a slight smile emerging. Before Zhang Jian, she already had four disciples, who were chosen through fortuitous encounters, very much to her liking and having achieved considerable accomplishments.
Of course, compared to the 'glorious' achievements of the past, when faced with this little disciple, it seemed somewhat lacking.
The brawny Chi General laughed:
"Congratulations, Junior Brother, on successfully achieving Yin Spirit, Primordial Spirit within reach!"
"First Senior Brother flatters me!"
Zhang Jian modestly replied.
He had heard about the deeds of his Senior Brothers and Sisters from Bai Xianyin beforehand.
The robust figure with a worldly vibe was the First Senior Brother of the Zhanmo Lineage, Chi General, who carried a chivalrous aura.
Legend has it that he originated from a mundane Martial Artist of Jianghu centuries ago, known for helping the needy. After being saved by True Monarch Zhanmo, he successfully established his Foundation and was eventually brought into Demon-slaying Peak.
While the Second Senior Brother emerged from a worldly Daoist Temple, named Chuyunzi.
This Second Senior Brother shared common interests with him, reportedly excellent in scholarship, possessing outstanding comprehension. Despite only cultivating for five hundred years, he had already perfected his Golden Core and was about to break through to the Yin Spirit Realm.
Chuyunzi's clear gaze looked at Zhang Jian, sighing.
"I used to consider myself a genius, perfecting Pill Qi within five hundred years, a rare talent in the Cultivation Realm. But compared to Fifth Junior Brother, I truly feel ordinary!"
Upon hearing this, Zhang Jian could only smile awkwardly, unsure how to comfort this Second Senior Brother.
Chi General laughed: "Second Junior Brother, this is something bound by Opportunity, not something we can insist upon!"
Zhang Jian's gaze fell on Chi General.
Chi General is the first Yin Spirit Venerable of the fourth generation of Demon-slaying Peak.
He has cultivated for over seven hundred years, pushing his Dao Practice to the Yin Spirit Venerable Realm. His talent is indeed distinctive.
If it were another Yin Spirit Venerable, the average achievement age is beyond a thousand years.
At this time, True Monarch Zhanmo offered relief.
"All right, it is rare for you three to return to the Sect together, why not gather for a while and exchange insights? It will hugely benefit your cultivation!"
Chuyunzi's eyes brightened at the suggestion: "Wonderful, interacting with two Yin Spirit Venerables is a huge advantage!"
"First Senior Brother, Fifth Junior Brother, you must let me bask in the light!"
Chi General and Zhang Jian smiled at this.
Zhang Jian also decided to stay at Demon-slaying Peak for a day. His Flesh Body at the Champion Scholar's Mansion's temple posed no concerns.
Zhang Jian also wished to seize the opportunity to find a suitable teacher for Zhang Yi.
Earlier, he had set his sights on Chi General and Chuyunzi, initially targeting Chi General.
Given Chi General is the first disciple of the fourth generation of Zhanmo Lineage and the only Yin Spirit Venerable among the five siblings.
But after interacting with Chi General and Chuyunzi, Zhang Jian gradually leaned toward Chuyunzi.
Chuyunzi shared similarities with him, being adept at learning and summarizing, entities like these are more meticulous and comprehensive.
He indeed excels in teaching according to aptitude.
While Zhang Jian found Chi General's chivalrous character and exceptional talent promising, he was also a person of emotions.
Possibly teaching a hero might pose no problem.
But to cultivate a suitable leader for a Cultivation Clan, Zhang Jian felt it incredibly challenging.
Yet, although he preferred Zhang Yi to apprentice under Chuyunzi, to achieve this goal smoothly without offending fellow disciples or damaging Chi General's reputation was somewhat troublesome for Zhang Jian.