Patriarch Zhou Fan's voice carried a hint of caution as he spoke to the First Elder, Wu Xingshi. "Wei Ying Wu, despite his exceptional talent,he may still awaken a common bloodline."
Wu Xingshi's eyebrows furrowed, his expression a mixture of concern and skepticism. "You think so, Patriarch? I had hoped that the young Wei Ying Wu would awaken a noble bloodline, one that would bring honor to our clan."
Patriarch Zhou Fan's gaze remained measured. "We cannot afford to be overly optimistic, Elder Wu. The awakening of a bloodline is never certain, and even the most talented individuals can be hindered by their innate constitution.".
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Wei Ying's eyes clouded with concern as he assessed his predicament. "The Elusive Reincarnation Pill... I used the revered 'Nine Cycles of Purification' technique to refine it," he muttered to himself, his brow furrowed in unease. "But it seems this technique that i obtained from gu yao inheritance has a critical flaw – it can't fully purge the pill's residual energy. This energy has infected my spiritual roots, spreading poison through them.The inheritance mentioned it clearly to think it was this. "
His gaze fell, a hint of frustration creeping into his voice. "I need resources to eliminate the poison, but... I have none.I have yet to even awaken my bloodline"
A resigned sigh escaped his lips, but it was swiftly followed by a spark of determination. "Tomorrow," he whispered to himself, a hint of anticipation dancing in his eyes, "will be an interesting day indeed.''
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The next day
The dimly lit underground chamber, hidden beneath the earth, was abuzz with the murmur of conversation. Representatives from each of the esteemed clans had gathered, accompanied by their most promising youths and talents. The air was thick with anticipation.
One of the disciples, a young man with a puzzled expression, spoke up, "Why is there nothing here?" He glanced around the empty space, his eyes scanning the barren walls and floor.
Patriarch Zhou Fan, standing at the forefront of the gathering, smiled enigmatically. "Patience, young one. The true purpose of this gathering will soon be revealed."
But right at the next moment the elders of four clans Bai, Wu,Zhang,liu diactivate the formation revealing a river full of spiritual energy
Just as Patriarch Zhou Fan finished speaking, the elders of the four clans - Bai, Wu, Zhang, and Liu - stepped forward in unison. With a subtle gesture, they deactivated the formation that had been concealing the true nature of the underground chamber.
As the formation dissipated, the room was bathed in a radiant glow. The disciples' eyes widened in awe as a majestic river, teeming with spiritual energy, was revealed before them. The river's crystal-clear waters shimmered and rippled, as if alive, and its surface seemed to be adorned with a mesmerizing pattern of glowing, ethereal runes.
A collective murmur of excitement rippled through the crowd as Patriarch Zhou Fan paused, surveying the group with an expectant gaze.
"Now, let us begin with the fundamentals of accumulating spiritual energy," he continued, his voice dripping with anticipation. "Listen carefully, for the secrets I am about to impart will lay the foundation for your future growth."
Patriarch Zhou Fan's eyes swept across the gathering, his voice clear and authoritative. "To cultivate your inner strength and unlock the secrets of your bloodlines, you must follow these five steps:
"First, each of you must find a suitable location within the Jade Essence River to cultivate your dantian. Attune yourself to the river's energy and select a spot that resonates with your inner self.
"Second, focus on your lower dantian, concentrating on the energy emanating from it. As you sense this energy, gradually spread it throughout your body, nourishing your vital organs and increasing your overall vitality.
"Third, slowly absorb the qi from the river into your body, allowing it to circulate and stimulate your cells and tissues. Be cautious, for this step is the most perilous; improper circulation can lead to devastating consequences.
"Fourth, as your qi circulatory system matures, visualize a radiant, golden light emanating from your dantian. This light will represent your nascent spiritual core. Focus on nurturing and stabilizing this core, for it will serve as the foundation of your future growth.
"Fifth, once your spiritual core is stable, attempt to harmonize your inner energy with the Jade Essence River's energy. This synergy will allow you to tap into the river's profound spiritual power, accelerating your cultivation and unlocking the secrets of your bloodline."
Patriarch Zhou Fan's eyes swept across the gathering once more, his expression serious. "Now that I have imparted the fundamentals of cultivation, commit them to memory. Remember, the path to true power is fraught with peril, and only those who grasp these principles will succeed."
He nodded to the elder of the Bai Clan, who stepped forward with a dignified smile. "Very well, let us begin. I will call out your names, one by one. When you hear your name, you will enter the Jade Essence River and commence your cultivation."
Some of the disciples whispered among themselves, their faces filled with concern. "How can we possibly remember all those details in such a short time?" one of them asked.
Another disciple nodded in agreement. "I know, right? The Patriarch explained it so quickly, I barely caught half of it."
The elder of the Bai Clan 'Bai Yizhen', shot them a stern glance. "Silence! You will have time to reflect on the Patriarch's words later. For now, focus on your cultivation. First, we have... Liu Feng of the Liu Clan!"
The elder's voice continued to echo through the chamber, calling out the names of outsiders who had come to awaken their bloodlines. "Next, we have... Chu feng! Followed by... Di Ming!"
Elder Bai Yizhen's voice echoed through the chamber:
"Next, we have... Bai Yun of the Bai Clan!"
Bai Yun stepped forward, his eyes shining with determination.
"Followed by... Wei Ying Wu of the Wu Clan!"
Wei Ying Wu nodded, his face set in a calm expression.
"Then, we have... Zhang Mei of the Zhang Clan!"
Zhang Mei walked forward, her long silver hair flowing behind her, a look of quiet confidence on her face.Her skin was snowwhite and she had blue eyes.
The other disciples who were left behind couldn't help but stare as Zhang Mei walked forward. One of them, a young man, whispered:
"Woah, I didn't know that Zhang Clan has such a beauty!"
"Looks like Zhang Clan's got more than just brute strength going for them!"
The group of disciples continued to whisper among themselves, their voices filled with a mix of admiration and envy. Meanwhile, Zhang Mei remained oblivious to the commotion she had caused, her focus solely on the cultivation ahead.She enters the river.