Zhang Jian called Zhang Chang'an in and immediately imparted the Foundation Establishment Technique from the "Red City Technique" to Zhang Chang'an.
After a moment of thought, Zhang Jian also handed over the Thousand-Year Fire Marrow to Zhang Chang'an.
Zhang Chang'an, with a fire attribute constitution, could stabilize his foundation and refine his physique by absorbing the Fire Marrow Pearl within the Thousand-Year Fire Marrow, which would greatly benefit his future cultivation.
After teaching Zhang Chang'an, Zhang Jian focused once again on the "Taiyin Scripture," "Profound Scripture," and "Jade Chapter of Moon Birth" before him.
As his gaze swept over, a portion of the profound mysteries of the Path of Heaven and Earth within the ancient texts seemed to unveil the veil of obscurity directly before his eyes, causing a Taiyin Spiritual Light to surface around him.
The Taiyin Mark, condensed by the "Taiyin Refining Form Technique," manifested, making him appear as if transformed into an eternal Bright Moon, leaping into a vast and majestic Taiyin Realm, with his Yang Spirit continuously absorbing Moonlight Power, as if becoming the Taiyin Star Monarch.
Taiyin Moonlight greatly benefits the pure Yang Spirit, strengthening it.
Zhang Jian keenly sensed that advancing the "Taiyin Refining Form Technique" to the Primordial Spirit Level would significantly benefit his Yang Spirit.
At this moment, a vast Taiyin Radiance gathered around him, forming in shape, with a Jade Rabbit's divine form emerging behind, gradually completing and undergoing several divine transformations.
This is the most mystical aspect of the "Taiyin Refining Form Technique," allowing for six divine transformations, which continually refine the Yang Spirit, ultimately condensing into the Taiyin Moon Rabbit Dharma Aspect.
He had accumulated heavily, actually just a step away from this transformation!
At this moment, he casually pushed open that step!
As the Taiyin Moon Rabbit Dharma Aspect formed, a layer of dynamic Taiyin Refining Form Divine Light emerged around him, containing the profound mysteries of the Path of Taiyin, seemingly capable of refining all forms, strengthening or freezing any divine shape with its power.
This is a Primordial Spirit Immortal Technique on the side of the Primordial Spirit.
...
Just as Zhang Jian's power was increasing.
In the heartland of Beichu, Qianhai True Monarch's advancement was extremely swift.
With the might of King Jun's Golden Man suppressing the Dragon Qi, Qianhai True Monarch was completely unafraid of the Dragon Qi's oppression in Beichu, single-handedly suppressing the many high-ranking experts of Beichu, capturing cities with unstoppable momentum.
First breaking Shuangyuan County, then Changjing County, successively piercing through the most well-known Jue Long Ridge Mountain Range in Beichu, marching directly towards Guangyuan City, the capital of Beichu.
An Ruming led the Daqian's 600,000 strong army in the rear to clean up the aftermath along the way.
The Primordial Spirit Masters accompanied the army, simultaneously eradicating the remaining forces of Beichu, preparing for the assault on Guangyuan City, and trying to alleviate the pressure on An Ruming.
This was a major battle concerning the fates of the two nations.
The Primordial Spirit Masters also understood the urgency of the time.
The more they could deplete Beichu's effective strength at this time, the easier it would be for Daqian.
At this moment, in the rear army, Huang He Master, witnessing this scene, couldn't help but show a joyful expression, feeling optimistic.
"To think that Beichu would fall because of this!"
Beside him, Chao Mu's gaze remained calm. He glanced at the long line of supply carts next to him, yet his expression was not as optimistic.
Huang He Master noticed Chao Mu's expression and smiled, reassuring him.
"Chao Zhenren, there's no need to worry excessively. As long as we continue advancing at this speed, even if those high masters of the Immortal Sect Dao Lineage react, they can't make bricks without straw!"
"You said Beichu is being destroyed and incorporated into the Daqian's territory, with the Dragon Vein revived and covering everything; what do they have to compete against Qianhai True Monarch?"
Upon hearing this, Chao Mu slightly shook his head internally. He had recently had a few premonitions, worried that things up ahead might not go as smoothly.
A broken ship still has three nails, and Beichu, having dominated the Northern Land for so many years, has always been on equal footing with Daqian. They won't be easy to deal with.
Furthermore, those sect elders won't give Qianhai True Monarch such an opportunity.
...
In Haojing City, the dignity around Emperor Jingwu grew stronger daily.
Jingming Daoist discovered that, as reports of victories from the front lines came in continuously, Emperor Jingwu's progress in cultivation had also increased, having achieved some success in Qi Cultivation within just half a month.
For this, Emperor Jingwu had even personally summoned several disciples of Dong Shen Temple to inquire about his progress.
Upon learning that he belonged to the 'genius' category, he was quite pleased.
"State Preceptor, how do you assess my cultivation speed? Continuing at this rate, how long until I achieve a level of magical power similar to yours?!"
In Jingtai Hall, Jingming Daoist couldn't help but smile upon hearing these words, but he replied with a grin.
"Your Majesty's cultivation progress is extremely fast; if all goes well, you might achieve the Yin Spirit realm within a hundred years. If you cultivate as long as this humble Daoist has, you will naturally surpass me!"
Upon hearing this, Emperor Jingwu's face brightened with joy. He was in high spirits and sighed.
"Unfortunately, as the Emperor, I must review memorials every day, appease ministers, and balance state policies. If I could spare all the time I spend on politics, my cultivation progress would surely be faster."
Jingming Daoist smiled and said, "The Saint King's Mysterious Technique also requires balancing Yin and Yang, clarifying turbid and clear aspects. Only with both literacy and martial prowess is it the proper path!"
Emperor Jingwu nodded, then spoke again.
"It's a pity that I haven't yet learned of the whereabouts of the Noble Lady Feng. In the "Divine Emperor's Secret Record," there is a secret technique whereby her assistance would make my cultivation progress by leaps and bounds!"
Jingming Daoist replied, "As long as Your Majesty continues to cultivate diligently, there'll be no shortage of Noble Lady Feng in the future."
Emperor Jingwu nodded.
"The State Preceptor's words are very true!"
Emperor Jingwu slowly walked out of Jingtai Hall, with Jingming Daoist closely following.
Roar, roar!!
At this moment, the two stood within the Imperial Palace and could seemingly hear the joyous Dragons' Roar above the Imperial City, as countless Dragon Qi flowed in from afar, re-filling Haojing City, raising the Dragon Qi concentration again.
This was the blood of Beichu being taken to extend Daqian's lifeline.
It seemed successful for the moment.
But at this moment, Jingming Daoist's expression changed suddenly, his gaze sharply turning toward a particular direction in Haojing City.
Seeing the change in Jingming Daoist's expression, Emperor Jingwu showed slight surprise, asking, "State Preceptor, what is it?"
Jingming Daoist replied, "Scholar Zhang seems to have discovered a big fish. He's asked me to verify it!"
Emperor Jingwu chuckled, "Looks like some monster has sneaked into Haojing City again? Go on, State Preceptor!"
Jingming Daoist nodded immediately, turned, and his figure disappeared from the spot.
Watching Jingming Daoist's disappearing figure, a tinge of envy surfaced in Emperor Jingwu's eyes.
...
In the Zhang Family Mansion, the East Emperor's Treasure Mirror floated before Zhang Jian, and within the mirror, a clear reflection showed a graceful and delicate silhouette appearing in the Treasure Mirror, which was the 'big fish' he had locked onto.
A cultivator at the peak of the Yin Spirit Realm.
He had already informed Jingming Daoist.
Zhang Jian was only responsible for monitoring; taking action was always Jingming Daoist's task, and if necessary, Tiangang Master would handle it, and as a last resort, he himself would intervene.
He noticed that soon after, Jingming Daoist, accompanied by several strong existences from Dong Shen Temple, directly confronted this High-tier Female Cultivator, setting up a Celestial Net Array without a word.
"Exposed so quickly?"
At this moment in the courtyard, Liu Rui's expression changed. She looked up only to see streaks of light cutting through the air under the bright silver moon, several figures with majestic Spiritual Mechanism sealing off the courtyard surroundings.
Her heart kept sinking deeper.
Jingming Daoist, wearing the Grotto God Robe billowing around him, locked his gaze on the High-tier Female Cultivator before him, directly warning.
"You have not reported at Dong Shen Temple and entered Haojing City privately, please surrender and accept our investigation. Rest assured, if you truly are a Daoist friend from a Noble Family Dao Lineage, we shall release you after the investigation. Even a Loose Cultivator poses no issue; once we've confirmed with our Secret Technique that you bear no malice, we will not target you deliberately..."
Saying this, Jingming Daoist flicked his hand, and the Celestial Net above emitted a bright Spiritual Light, covering the vast surrounding void.
Upon hearing this, Liu Rui smirked coldly, not believing a word, yet her heart was filled with regret.
Despite priding herself on her steadfast Dao Heart, she had still fallen into a trap, and now there was no escape in sight.
Her gaze then focused on Jingming Daoist.
However, no matter what, she must still strive for a glimmer of chance.