Chapter 131: Mindful Seal, Formless Dao Canon

Chapter 131: Mindful Seal, Formless Dao Canon

Ji Jingqiu once again descended from the airship and stepped into Grand Wei City.

He looked up, and his eyes were met with the lush greenery of summer. The vegetation outside the airport created a visually appealing effect with its varying heights and dense foliage.

In the distance were pavilions and towers, and beyond that, the continuous mountain ranges.

Unlike Celestial Market City, Grand Wei City was vast, encompassing an entire mountain range. It was less of a city and more like a collection of various Dao grounds scattered among the mountains, completely different from Celestial Market City, which was home to the Starlight Corporation's divisions.

The difference between the two represented not only varying aesthetic standards but also distinct cultivation philosophies.

This time, it wasn't Master Song Youde who came to greet him, but Chen Yi, the young leader from the Central Zone who had come last time.

During their previous friendly sparring session, Ji Jingqiu successfully demonstrated his strength, causing Chen Yi to respectfully address him as 'Master Ji'.

Ji Jingqiu asked, "Master Ji, what progress have you made in your cultivation?"

In 1.619? A book, a bar, a look, a wrong version!

He now had a more direct and concrete understanding of the concept of principles.

Recently, Ji Jingqiu had been following online debates.

As he entered the Dragon Tiger Dojo for the second time, the disciples who had been waiting at the entrance for a long time made Ji Jingqiu realize once again that he was indeed 'different'.

In return for their hospitality, he offered the Concentration Seal.

Stone Xuanzhen paused, "This is difficult to explain, but at this stage, martial artists will instinctively sense what they need to do to approach their final transformation. It's worth mentioning that each person's transformation opportunity is unique, varying from person to person. Some may find it easy, while others may struggle."

"Then for now, it's definitely Master Stone. He's much older than Master Ji."

How did the disciples in the group view Master Ji? Would they think the contrast was too great? Stone Xuanzhen spoke up, "I've thought about it, and I still want to thank Master Ji in person for his previous advice."

After giving his instructions, Master Song slowly left.

"Which one do you think is stronger, Master Ji or Master Stone?"

After a moment, Stone Xuanzhen shook his head, "Master Ji has chosen the path of simplicity, so there's no comparison. I don't have much to say about this path anyway..."

Enjoying the 'offerings' of the dojo, they didn't need to do anything for the dojo in their daily lives. They only had to step in to protect the dojo's heritage during critical moments.

Recalling the 'bulk literature' about Master Ji, Ji Jingqiu smiled and forced himself to appear gentle and elegant.

Why? Because his displayed talent had already made those people fear being proven wrong.

"Martial arts? I'm currently at the level of Mind Illumination. If you want to achieve Divine Sight, Master Ji, in addition to your daily cultivation, you might want to try the Heart Fire Technique. I've heard that your mental cultivation is exceptionally high, and it would be a waste not to follow this path."

Stone Xuanzhen sighed, "It's a pity that this year's Great Martial Arts Tournament is too early. You probably won't have time to polish yourself to your peak before the tournament, and you'll have to wait until next year."

Ji Jingqiu listened to Master Stone's words, which were as calm and steady as a mountain stream, neither hasty nor impatient, giving off a sense of comfort.

Of course, this had nothing to do with talent but was related to age.

"Master Stone, Master Ji is here," Chen Yi called out to the courtyard and bid farewell to Ji Jingqiu, turning back several times as he left.

Speaking of this, Stone Xuanzhen showed a hint of regret.

"Don't worry, Master Ji. I understand. This secret technique, as I see it, seems to be related to the Mu family..."

White Deer Daoist suddenly waved his sleeves as if fighting an enemy, but this projection prevented Stone Xuanzhen from seeing the other side.

...

And the one beside him had just defeated a genius martial artist from the Mu family a few days ago! First, there was the eighth level, and then the Mu family's disciples served as stepping stones.

It wasn't until Master Stone helplessly waved his hand, truly exhausted, that he reluctantly left to continue his cultivation, eager to delve into the Formless Dao Canon, a treasure of the dojo.

"Hmm... Master Stone has returned, and they say he has already reached the standard of the Bright Moon... No, he didn't participate in the selection tournament but instead defeated a Bright Moon martial artist during this trip."

Ji Jingqiu, the current young man, was now at the forefront of the younger generation.

Ji Jingqiu's eyes lit up. When would Master Ji arrive?

Ji Jingqiu was touched, knowing that Master Ji was promoting him.

Ji Jingqiu nodded cautiously.

The wind seemed to slow down, and the surroundings became calm and peaceful. Sunlight filtered through the gaps in the leaves, casting dappled shadows, and from a distance, the quiet chirping of birds could be heard...

"Oh?" Stone Xuanzhen mentally calculated and said sincerely, "Master Ji, your progress is incredibly fast. At this rate, you can expect to achieve perfection within two months. I've heard that your compatibility is very high."

Soon, as the contemporary disciple of the Dragon Tiger Dojo, Master Stone would refresh Master Ji's friend list as a Bright Moon martial artist.

The two of them arrived at the nearby martial arts arena.

Master Stone spoke solemnly, "Master Ji, I've also learned a secret mental technique. You can experience it next and feel the power it contains."

To be included in the list of superior Dao bodies, the development of divine abilities must possess replicability.

Stone Xuanzhen spoke seriously, his expression stern, "Read more books."

For example, in the history of the Dragon Tiger Dojo, there was once an accidental acquisition of a seed of spiritual power, which was cultivated into a divine ability with immense power. However, it lacked replicability.

Finally, Ji Jingqiu hinted that Master Stone should not spread this secret technique, and the latter nodded,

Master Stone's mudra trapped Ji Jingqiu for two seconds.

Ji Jingqiu humbly replied, "I have some insights."

Stone Xuanzhen was speechless.

All major powers have their own legacies, and these legacies have a traceable lineage.

Stone Xuanzhen nodded, "You're not wrong, Junior Brother. Remember this—only through the understanding of principles can you counter principles!"

He truly is the embodiment of the eldest senior brother! Ji Jingqiu thought to himself, wondering if certain people would still say, "This young man lacks vigor," after meeting Stone Senior Brother.

Ji Jingqiu shook his head. This rascal had recently found a playmate and was slacking off. It was time to get him back on track.

Recently, he had come across some "miscellaneous books" in the Dragon Tiger Armory, which discussed the secret legacies of certain powers in the Federation.

"Yes, 95.8%," Ji Jingqiu nodded.

Not long after Ji Jingqiu left, Stone Xuanzhen arrived.

He was the current disciple of the Dragon Tiger Dojo, Stone Xuanzhen.

"Just now, I used the 'Mindful Seal' to borrow the power of principles. No matter how strong your mental cultivation is, it's difficult to counter the power of principles. Unless you reach Steadfastness and can free your mind, directly using your mental power to sense and borrow the power of principles."

"What kind of person is Stone Senior Brother?" Ji Jingqiu asked curiously.

"He has a temperament. Stone Senior Brother is too steady. Seeing him is like seeing my master; the pressure is overwhelming... Still, Senior Brother Ji is gentle and humble, graceful and elegant!"

He savored the intricacies of the Concentration Seal and the profound meaning of impermanence within it, and said solemnly:

"Regarding martial arts cultivation, does Senior Brother have any better advice for me?"

"That's good. The higher the compatibility, the later your bottleneck will arrive, and the less time and resources you'll need to polish it to 99.9%."

Personal luck and coincidental encounters are not enough to be included in the legacy system.

"I heard that Junior Brother Ji chose the Formless Dao Body. How far has he progressed?"

"98.1%," Stone Xuanzhen replied openly, "The next step is to seek 'Inverse Transformation of Innate.'"

Ji Jingqiu pondered, wondering what the eldest senior brother would be like in traditional loose literature.

In the projection, White Deer Daoist seemed to be in a battlefield, surrounded by intertwining principles, creating a heavenly realm. Behind him, a majestic Dharmakaya stood tall.

Stone Xuanzhen was astonished, "Isn't the fourth Divine Ability of Master Wan Fa uncopyable?"

In the end, they either directly break through to Divine Roaming, not participating in the Sun's contest, or they stay in place, polishing their mental cultivation, waiting for the Great Martial Arts Competition.

However, their sense of superiority completely vanished before the heirs of the six great families.

"Hmm... This should be a secret Buddhist method," Stone Xuanzhen said in surprise. After pondering for a moment, he praised, "This mental secret method is extraordinary, and it even contains the meaning of impermanence!"

"Please instruct me, Senior Brother," Ji Jingqiu said expectantly.

Do the disciples of the Dragon Tiger Dojo need someone to evaluate them?

"Alright, it's here," Song Youde led Ji Jingqiu to a secret room and carefully took out the Formless Dao Canon.

Ji Jingqiu shook his head. Although he was already a top model, he was currently only at the stage of Mind Residence, still quite a distance from Steadfastness.

He looked up at Ji Jingqiu, and a strange light appeared in his eyes, "Has Junior Brother mastered this hand seal?"

"Senior Master, Junior Brother Ji's talent may be even higher than we thought. He might have already understood the subtleties of impermanence. For him, the Formless Dao Body is absolutely the most suitable!"

They completely didn't understand what they possessed.

"Don't worry, Junior Brother," Stone Xuanzhen said seriously, "What I just demonstrated was the 'Mighty Spirit Official Subdues Demons Seal' from the ancient planet's Liujia Secret Incantation, also known as the 'Mindful Seal.'"

"Based on my understanding, what Junior Brother needs to focus on right now is the cultivation of the body, not just building it, but digging deep!"

If Ji Senior Brother became a disciple and inherited the Dragon Tiger Dao Body, those online theory analysts wouldn't have a reason to speculate that Ji Senior Brother's future development might lag behind the heirs of top-tier powers...

"You can meditate here. If you need anything, just notify me through the terminal, and I'll have someone bring it to you."

"Junior Brother should have heard that although the Formless Dao Body is strong, it has disadvantages compared to the core Dao Bodies of other families. However, both I and White Deer Senior Master believe that with Junior Brother's talent, there shouldn't be any problem in interpreting the Formless Dao Body to manifest four Divine Abilities. A thousand years ago, a senior who entered the master level with the Formless Dao Body manifested four Divine Abilities, but unfortunately, it wasn't included in the legacy."

"Please sit, Junior Brother Ji," Stone Xuanzhen gestured and explained, "I originally wanted to go and pick you up myself, but Chen Junior Brother and the others were very enthusiastic. If I were there, everyone might feel a bit restrained."

"At our level, some powers cannot be calculated on paper. Understanding principles is one of them."

Ji Jingqiu sat down opposite Stone Xuanzhen and carefully examined Senior Brother Stone.

The most astonishing thing was that this calm and restrained demeanor wasn't superficial but seemed to emanate from his very core, like a well-polished jade that had finally become a masterpiece.

Stone Xuanzhen arrived slowly.

Ji Jingqiu kept finding various excuses to stay with Senior Brother Stone, eager to learn more about the wonders of principles.

"Outsiders only see that the Formless Dao Body is not as well-ordered as the core Dao Bodies of other families, but they don't know that the most compatible one is the best."

Stone Xuanzhen suddenly laughed, "I heard that Junior Brother Ji has mastered a mental secret method, catching many off guard and causing them trouble."

The Yang Master is finally about to break through!

Ji Jingqiu had heard of the Heavenly Sword Dao Canon of the Heavenly Sword Dojo...

It was a sword, and the cultivator needed to comprehend the highest inheritance from the dojo.

"I feel like Master Ji is more handsome than Master Shi!"

Master Ji nodded, as this method was something Dao Brother had mentioned before.

Master Shi had a private courtyard within the dojo, and his status was even higher than that of the various instructors.

Speaking of which, Master Shi indeed possessed the qualities of a senior brother. He highly acknowledged it! After bidding farewell, Master Ji found Master Song and asked him to guide him to comprehend the Formless Dao Canon.

Master Shi Xuanzhen called Senior Master White Deer.

In a month's time, he could make Senior Brother use only one hand!

If Master Shi had been born later, perhaps Master Ji would have been the chosen disciple of this generation in the dojo!

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White Deer Daoist said, "It's hidden within that Formless Dao Canon. If he has the right affinity, he will naturally attain enlightenment from it!"

"Has Senior Brother already developed a spiritual resonance?"

"Junior Brother!" Master Song's smile was as bright as before, "I contacted your master not long ago. He is currently at a critical moment in his Heart Phase breakthrough and won't be coming to the Central Zone for a short while. However, Senior Brother Luo will bring his disciple to enter the Central Zone through the normal procedures in a month."

Master Ji slowly opened his eyes, concluding his comprehension.

"Master Shi... Hmm, he's the kind of person who looks like a senior brother at first glance, very composed!"

But what truly surprised him was that he didn't feel the impact of heartcurrent carrying the power of the mind! It was as if he had been pulled into the "small world" created by Master Shi Xuanzhen without any resistance! A moment later.

He heard Master Shi Xuanzhen's evaluation and his eyes flashed, "He has even comprehended the wonders of Formlessness? Then he might be able to replicate Senior Wan Fa's old path and develop the fourth divine anomaly without having to think of another way."

This power was too overwhelming! It was like a dimensional strike!

He probably wouldn't dare.

"Yes. I will meditate for a month, allowing my body and mind to reach perfection, seeking the emptiness and tranquility, the ethereal vessel and the void, to welcome the innate transformation from within, and this is my opportunity for transformation."

So far, among the cultivators Master Ji had encountered, the one with the strongest power was Yin Wushuang from the Celestial Sword Dojo.

Even within the dojo, he had "obsessed fans."

At this moment, Master Ji's perception was amplified, but this amplification also trapped his thoughts in a quagmire-like state, making them extremely slow.

He turned his back to the crowd and rubbed his cheek.

It wasn't a real fight, just a pure test of martial arts skills between the two.

After surpassing the compatibility threshold of the superior cultivation body, if one wanted to make further progress, it required either a unique understanding of principles and the Dao body or the expenditure of precious resources.

"I just recently forged the Embryonic Dharmic Body."

A senior brother at first sight?

From Master Chen Yi's tone, Master Ji could sense his respect for Master Shi.

It wasn't exactly regional discrimination, but more of a sense of superiority stemming from environmental cognition and experience.

Originally, he was just trying to make a good connection, but he didn't expect to gain an unexpected harvest.

"While I'm here, I also want to understand the gap between myself and Senior Brother," Master Ji said frankly.

The others, like Diao Xingyun and the others, would temporarily be a step behind.

He was a little curious.

He didn't inquire further about where Master Ji obtained it, but everyone had their own opportunities. Otherwise, he wouldn't have taken the initiative to share it with Master Ji.

Master Ji said, "Please guide me, Senior Brother."

The so-called Formless Dao Canon wasn't a book, but a smooth, colorless bead, and it was impossible to tell what material it was made of.

He paused for a moment, then suddenly laughed, "Anyway, as long as Junior Brother can maintain the advantage of his powerful moves, as long as he's not a Heart Enlightenment cultivator, they'll be helpless, and you can compete with me in principles."

Panda Tiger, who was watching from the side, was anxious and jumped on the spot.

Master Shi Xuanzhen heard from his master that the dojo might restart the Guardian system because of Junior Brother Ji.

White Deer Daoist pulled at the corners of his mouth, "If someone with a True Seed Realm comprehends the wonders of Formlessness, do you think it's replicable?"

In the courtyard, a young man sat cross-legged, his eyes calm and deep like a pool, revealing a steady and restrained temperament.

"How should we replicate the fourth divine anomaly left by Senior Wan Fa?" Master Shi Xuanzhen prepared to tell Master Ji the good news later.

Master Ji paused for a moment, then took a big step forward.

"Formless, unchanging..." Master Shi Xuanzhen said with a strange expression, "No wonder Junior Brother has a 95.8% compatibility with the Formless Dao Body. I feel like our Dragon Tiger Dojo has intercepted a branch of the Buddhist lineage."

"Yes, yes, yes, Master Ji is the type who gets more handsome the longer you look at him!"

Master Shi Xuanzhen didn't seem to be joking at all, and he spoke slowly, "Traveling ten thousand miles and reading ten thousand books are both indispensable steps in our cultivation journey. Junior Brother, after forging the cultivation body, might as well spend your free time reading some books."

"And if you want to innovate and deeply explore the superior Dao body, it's not just a matter of talent, but also requires vision, knowledge, and long-term research. So, Senior Master White Deer and I both have a suggestion for you."

"As for the effect, it enhances control over one's own body and mind, and naturally, it can also interfere with others, causing their bodies and minds to have loopholes. When the gap is significant, I can even control their bodies for a short time."

According to Zhuang Yanxing's words, people like Master Shi, who were slightly older and faster in their progress, were already seeking the final perfection.

"..." Ji Jingqiu forced himself to remain calm and quickly changed the subject, "I also heard about this method from others, but I'm not sure if it will work. As long as Master Ji is satisfied, that's all that matters."

Stone Xuanzhen stood up first, followed closely by Ji Jingqiu.

As his consciousness immersed itself in the Formless Dao Canon, the opening lines slowly appeared in his mind—

Steadfast...

As a young man from the Central Zone, he usually looked down upon his peers from other zones.

The Guardian is a unique system within each Dao Ground.

After bidding farewell to his junior disciples and sisters, Ji Jingqiu followed Chen Yi into the depths of the dojo.

Similarly, it's unlikely that anyone today would dare to point at themselves and say that this young man lacks vigor.

Later.

In the driver's seat, Chen Yi answered Ji Jingqiu's questions, occasionally glancing back at the latter with a hint of admiration in his eyes.

"It's a pity, I wonder if Master Ji will participate in this year's Great Martial Arts Tournament..."

In the world of martial arts geniuses, a few months' difference before entering the stagnation period on the cultivation platform can create an insurmountable gap.

But apparently, it wasn't enough, leading them to question whether he would fall behind the core disciples of major forces due to his choice of Power Body.

"What you need to do now, junior, is to quickly push your Power Body to the Great Accomplishment stage. At that time, you'll be able to borrow the power of the Law Principle to better comprehend the profundities between the laws."

Ji Jingqiu pondered these words in his heart.

Afterward, Stone Xuanzhen took the initiative to propose an exchange with Ji Jingqiu regarding the "Mindful Seal" he possessed.

Stone Xuanzhen shared his recent insights, and both he and the dojo held this junior, Ji Jingqiu, in high regard.

Stone Xuanzhen thought for a moment and said, "This method indeed can't be considered orthodox, but as long as it works, that's all that matters. Although it inevitably attracted some criticism, I've already discussed it face-to-face with certain people and cleared up any misunderstandings."

"The Three Realms are within the heart, and the myriad laws are within the self."

For example, within the Dao Ground factions, some of them originated from ancient planet periods and were once ancestral homes of Daoism. The Dragon Tiger Dojo was one such ancestral home.

Ji Jingqiu asked in confusion, "Has there been no progress at all?"

After saying this, Stone Xuanzhen pulled Ji Jingqiu to spar briefly.

Hmm... Ji Jingqiu silently praised him, and indeed, with such a demeanor, Stone Xuanzhen's words carried great conviction! The two chatted about their recent experiences and then moved on to the main topic.

Stone Xuanzhen explained the differences between them in terms of Power Body, Law Principle, martial arts, and combat techniques, and finally returned to the topic of Power Body.

"Then let me be an example, so you can get a glimpse of the level of your future opponents." Stone Xuanzhen paused and added, "Knowing what lies ahead gives you a direction and motivation to pursue."

And some people, even if they question his future and believe that he might fall behind due to his choice of Power Body, would still add a "high probability" or "possibility" as a qualifier.

Ji Jingqiu sat cross-legged on the meditation cushion, holding the Formless Dao Canon, and the Formless Qi in his Inner Landscape World, which was playing with the fat tiger, seemed to sense something. Suddenly, the illusion dissipated, returning to its most fundamental form.

"I was just about to ask Master Stone about the true meaning of Inverse Transformation of Innate."

Listening to the whispers behind him, Ji Jingqiu almost stumbled, nearly losing the "graceful demeanor" he had just cultivated.

Junior Ji not only possessed talent but also had a personality that aligned with the "temperament" of the Dragon Tiger Dojo.

He had a vague understanding, and this was the power of the Law Principle.

"In simple terms, it's about Heavenly-Human Sensation, breaking through limitations, and more easily cultivating the Innate Constitution."

Ji Jingqiu's Concentration Seal contained the principle of Impermanence, and in the future, when he comprehends Mind Residence and Steadfast, they will have great benefits, and their value is by no means inferior to his Mindful Seal.

His face stiffened slightly as he recalled his previous act.

Ji Jingqiu's face showed a hint of confusion. "The ancients said that reading history can make one wise, reading poetry can bring joy, and reading extensively can broaden one's knowledge."

Ji Jingqiu showed great respect, and it turned out to be the "Mindful Seal" from the Daoist Nine-Character Mantra. It was like a thunderbolt to his ears! He quickly pointed out his previous doubts and speculations.

Listening to Stone Xuanzhen's personal explanation of his understanding of Inverse Transformation of Innate, Ji Jingqiu gained a general understanding and began to speculate about his own transformation opportunity.

"A person's achievements often depend on what they have seen and known. The best way to broaden one's knowledge is to read."

"Oh?"

"Usually, at 97%, you can stop. This progress relies on 'Inverse Transformation of Innate,' and there's hope to directly reach 99.9%." Stone Xuanzhen explained.

With Ji Jingqiu waiting solemnly, Stone Xuanzhen formed a seal with his hands.

"Without seeing the True Self, how can one see the Great Dao?"

Ji Jingqiu's face showed regret, "With the news spreading so quickly, everyone will surely be prepared in the future."

Stone Xuanzhen smiled helplessly, "This is unavoidable. In the Federation's martial arts struggles, information gathering is also an important aspect."

White Deer Daoist spoke indifferently, "I have a different view. Let's wait and see."

Stone Xuanzhen suddenly asked, "Has Master White Deer arrived?"

"En." White Deer Daoist nodded and said solemnly, "Although this place is not the Wasteland of Divine Kings that we imagined, it can definitely rival the great opportunity of the 'Mind Sea' from ten thousand years ago!"

"Ji Shuai's calculations were not wrong. This generation is indeed a prosperous era! It's a prosperous era for us martial artists, and even more so for the Federation!"

(End of Chapter)

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