"Another type of Dao body?"
Zhang Jian looked over, his expression somewhat astonished.
This exceeded his expectations a little.
Possessing a substantial materialized primordial spirit and the East Emperor’s Treasure Mirror, Zhang Jian believed he would not be mistaken.
But after a moment’s thought, Zhang Jian recalled Zhang Chang’an’s unusual fortune.
The physical body is the easiest to examine, the soul body comes next, but there are rarer Dao bodies found within the mysterious Life Plate, destiny, fortune, and even lifespan, which require ’specialists’ to detect.
"Could it be..."
Zhang Jian looked towards True Monarch Yu Xiao, who said.
"Chang’an has another type of body, called the Innate Fortune Dao Body!"
"Innate Fortune Dao Body? Truly related to fortune!"
A hint of surprise flashed through Zhang Jian’s eyes.
True Monarch Yu Xiao’s eyes also showed a hint of joy, as the Zhang Chang’an before her had both the Postnatal Phoenix Dao Body and a hidden innate special Dao body, which could be considered an excellent root bone.
If accepted into the Guangling Immortal Sect and given some training, in a thousand years, the sect might have another powerhouse to anchor it.
Consequently, True Monarch Yu Xiao’s perception of Zhang Jian improved significantly, her previously indifferent expression now displaying a slight smile.
True Monarch Yu Xiao observed Zhang Jian’s demeanor and smiled, continuing.
"Junior Zhang, you may not be very familiar with the Phoenix type Dao bodies. Most Phoenix Dao bodies are greatly linked to the Divine Phoenix race; possessing a Phoenix type Dao body often comes with subsidiary Dao bodies, like flame, blessing, destiny, etc.!"
"The phoenix never lands in a place without treasures?"
Zhang Jian’s expression shifted slightly, then he couldn’t help but ask, "Then do True Dragon type Dao bodies also easily conceal the presence of subsidiary Dao bodies?"
True Monarch Yu Xiao was in a particularly good mood at this moment and didn’t mind enlightening Zhang Jian, nodding as she said, "Indeed!"
"The Dragon and Phoenix races in ancient times both stirred up great waves of gods and demons!"
"After all, these two races still have some legacies!"
Her eyes carried a bit of emotion, and then she looked at Zhang Jian.
"Junior Zhang, I will personally accept Chang’an as a disciple and make her a direct disciple. After she joins the sect, I will personally oversee all resource allocations, ensuring she is not wronged!"
Hearing this, a smile appeared in Zhang Jian’s eyes, and he said, "For Chang’an to be able to apprentice under Master Aunt is her great fortune!"
Even though Zhang Chang’an possessed another innate Dao body, Zhang Jian did not have any thoughts of reneging.
If his conjectures were correct, with the Guangling Immortal Sect’s background in the Outer World, he believed Zhang Chang’an’s current choice would buy her a much broader future.
Moreover, the Guangling Immortal Sect was not weak at present either.
Saying this, Zhang Jian summoned Zhang Chang’an, saying, "Chang’an, hurry and pay respects to your Master!"
Zhang Chang’an had long been instructed by Qi Yuhua, and immediately performed a grand gesture towards True Monarch Yu Xiao: "Disciple pays respect to Master!"
"Good!"
Seeing this, True Monarch Yu Xiao’s jade-like face also revealed joy.
Obtaining such a fine talent and beautiful jade on this trip truly satisfied her immensely.
She casually took out a small fragrance pouch from her waist and handed it to Zhang Chang’an with a smile: "This is some Dharma artifacts I used before achieving enlightenment. Consider it a meeting gift for you today. Cultivate it well, it will benefit your cultivation, but do not use it recklessly!"
Finally, she offered some advice, her expression turning serious as she said.
"Our Guangling Immortal Sect places great importance on rules. Even if you are my disciple, should you cause trouble and commit evil, I will excommunicate you!"
Zhang Chang’an obediently replied, "Yes, Master!"
Zhang Jian stood by, watching the obedient Zhang Chang’an, as if recalling the obedient but mischievous Qi Yuhua when they first met, causing a faint smile to appear at the corner of his mouth.
Although Zhang Chang’an smoothly became a disciple, Zhang Jian still invited True Monarch Yu Xiao to stay a few days to allow the Zhang Family to fulfill their duty as hosts and to give Qi Yuhua and her daughter time to say goodbye.
...
Three days later, True Monarch Yu Xiao departed Haojing City with the ten-year-old Zhang Chang’an, returning directly to Red City Mountain.
Inside the residence, Qi Yuhua leaned tearfully against Zhang Jian, heartbroken.
Zhang Jian held Qi Yuhua in his arms, softly comforting her.
He told Qi Yuhua that this was not a farewell of life and death, but the fledging eagle spreading its wings.
Beside them, Zhang Zhao’s expression was also somewhat melancholy.
However, he was more pleased for his sister, who had found a good place, and they would surely meet again on the path to longevity in the future.
With the protection of a Primordial Spirit True Monarch, Zhang Chang’an would undoubtedly have a smoother path than others.
...
Zhang Chang’an’s departure was but a minor interlude for Zhang Jian. After Qi Yuhua’s period of sorrow, her attention was drawn back to the younger Zhang Xian.
The young Zhang Xian was at his most active, running around everywhere, also distracting Qi Yuhua from her worries.
Zhang Jian continued to focus on the Nine Dragon Scripture.
With the external Dragon Qi emitted by the Zhang Family Dragon Vein, the practice of this Saint King Technique progressed rapidly.
The significant growth in magical power made cultivation much simpler.
After about a month of cultivation, the Sheji Dragon Qi around his body faintly took shape, forming into a Red Dragon.
Under the large jujube tree, the Red Dragon soared around Zhang Jian, its countless dragon scales clear and distinct, its neck curved, head held high, dragon whiskers flowing, and its dragon gaze emitted a strong red glow, seemingly possessing spiritual wisdom.
In fact, the Nine Dragon Scripture’s Nine Vein Golden Dragons were living creations in the end, possessing a portion of their own spiritual wisdom, and could protect their master independently.
"Cultivation is not as difficult as imagined!"
The Red Dragon manifested around Zhang Jian, its gaze carrying a smile.
This was already a Pure Yang Level Immortal Technique; the next step was to solidify the internal structure of the Primordial Spirit Technique, allowing it to truly ’come alive,’ transforming virtual into real, and condensing into the tangible true body of the Red Dragon.
This involved creation, living beings, life and death, yin and yang, the five elements, reincarnation, and other profound mysteries of the Heaven and Earth Dao Laws.
This could be considered a composite-type magic, requiring the comprehension of many true intents of the Heaven and Earth Dao and then combining and integrating them.
But this was Zhang Jian’s forte.
Firstly, he himself had broad knowledge of many Heaven and Earth Dao Laws, and secondly, he had exceptional comprehension.
...
As Zhang Jian initially succeeded in cultivating the first Guardian Red Dragon, a premeditated ’rebellion’ was happening below the Observatory Platform!
Over a hundred armored cultivators burst through the main gate into Dong Shen Temple, killing on sight, heading directly towards the Observatory Platform. These cultivators, cloaked, were armed to the teeth.
However, as soon as they set foot in the plaza beneath the Observatory Platform, they were trapped by a magnificent grand array.
That was the Celestial Net Array.
Dozens of cultivators appeared, holding Celestial Net Dharma Artifacts, prepared to net everyone.
Simultaneously, squads of black-clothed guards in armor appeared, wielding high-tier triple-bolt crossbows, arrows raining down on the plaza, instantly eliciting countless screams.
"A bunch of scoundrels! Deserving of death!"
Below the Observatory, two Dong Generation Elders watched the scene, their faces livid with anger.
Beside them, Zhang Lu was surrounded by many black-clothed martial artists, having been appointed by Zhang Jian as Deputy Commander of the black-clothed guards, tasked with quelling this rebellion.
"By dealing with this stubborn rebellion, the Zhang Family will smoothly complete the transition next!"