Chapter 175: Great Perfection of Qi Condensation

Chapter 175: Great Perfection of Qi Condensation

Until now, he had been at the Foundation Establishment stage for ten years, yet he still hadn't made a single move.

Recalling how he had always wanted to take action but never got the chance, Wei Fan couldn't help but sigh.

But soon after, his eyes lit up.

Next, he would be heading to Linked Mountain Immortal City.

What kind of place was Linked Mountain Immortal City?

It was currently the battleground between the Earth Sect and the Seven Stars Sect.

Although there hadn't been any large-scale conflicts between Foundation Establishment True Persons, being in Linked Mountain Immortal City made it much easier to find opportunities to act.

Even though his cultivation might not match that of any enemy Foundation Establishment expert, even if he couldn't defeat them, dealing with low-level Qi Condensation cultivators or enduring an attack from a Foundation Establishment opponent was well within his capabilities.

At the very least, it was far easier than staying cooped up in an Immortal Market or remaining idle in the Earth Sect.

Back when he was at Bamboo Mountain Immortal Market, he had no chance to act.

After entering the Earth Sect, the opportunities became even rarer.

Now, the Sect Master had sent him to Linked Mountain Immortal City—wasn't this the perfect chance to make a move?

With this thought flashing through his mind, Wei Fan looked at He Song and felt that even the lingering sorrow of parting had dissipated somewhat.

"I understand. When I leave the sect, I'll inform him."

Ignoring Wei Fan's questions about what method he would use to travel, He Song nodded and agreed.

This was a minor matter.

He Song rarely stayed within the Earth Sect these days. When he did return, it was usually to handle some affairs. Once those were done, he would leave again.

Informing True Person Round Mountain before leaving wasn't out of the question.

As for whether it would inconvenience True Person Round Mountain, given what He Song had said, even if he did bother him, True Person Round Mountain would likely agree without hesitation.

"However, for this trip to Linked Mountain Immortal City, Brother Wei must be extra cautious. It's not like being inside the sect—danger can strike at any moment."

"If things look bad, prioritize your survival above all else."

"Acting together with Old Meng will provide mutual support."

"Don't be careless under any circumstances."

Seeing that Wei Fan seemed about to ask again about his method of travel, He Song quickly changed the topic and began offering advice.

Meng Guan had already lived in Linked Mountain Immortal City for several years. During that time, there had been no news of Meng Guan encountering any danger.

Thus, while advising Wei Fan, He Song reminded him to stick with Meng Guan.

Traveling together was always safer than going alone.

Moreover, the bond between the three of them was strong enough to trust each other with their lives.

In such a situation, having a reliable friend by his side was undoubtedly safer than acting alone.

"Rest assured. The word 'caution' is already deeply ingrained in my mind. I won't do anything unless I'm certain of success."

"By the way, do you think using the Earth Traveling Art while traveling would make me safer?"

Wei Fan nodded, seemingly taking He Song's advice to heart. But the question that followed left He Song momentarily speechless.

Ignoring Wei Fan's query, He Song chatted idly for a while longer before personally escorting Wei Fan out of the main gate.

At the entrance of the Earth Sect, He Song watched as Wei Fan's figure gradually disappeared into the distance.

Like Meng Guan before him, Wei Fan wasn't traveling as a beam of light toward Linked Mountain Immortal City but instead speeding across the land.

Both Meng Guan and Wei Fan were newly promoted Foundation Establishment cultivators who hadn't revealed themselves outside the sect.

Wei Fan, in particular, hadn't left the sect at all after reaching Foundation Establishment.

Thus, the Seven Stars Sect had very little intelligence on these two individuals. Under such circumstances, it was best for them to remain hidden.

Staying low-key in Linked Mountain Immortal City would allow them to catch the enemy off guard if needed.

Once Wei Fan's figure vanished into the distance, He Song didn't return to the Earth Sect. Instead, he headed directly toward his own cave residence.

Currently, He Song's cultivation was nearing Great Perfection of Qi Condensation.

Only because Wei Fan was his close friend did He Song come out of seclusion to see him off.

Otherwise, he would likely still be in his cave residence, striving hard toward achieving Great Perfection of Qi Condensation.

Why would he appear outside his cave residence otherwise?

After seeing Wei Fan off, several hours later, He Song returned to his cave residence.

Closing the door behind him, he entered the meditation room.

Feeling the dense spiritual energy around him, He Song took a deep breath, as if trying to inhale all the abundant spiritual energy directly into his body.

However, spiritual energy wasn't absorbed that way.

Shaking his head, he sat down on the meditation cushion, his expression quickly becoming calm.

From now on, no one would disturb him.

For this period of closed-door cultivation, he wouldn't leave until he achieved Great Perfection of Qi Condensation!

A trace of determination flashed in his eyes as He Song quickly immersed himself in cultivation.

Thin strands of spiritual energy flowed into his body and, through the operation of the Earth Scripture, were continuously converted into his own spiritual power.

As time slowly passed, the spiritual power in He Song's body steadily increased.

Over the past three years, aside from mastering the Mountain-Linking Earth Traveling Art to the point where he could use it effortlessly without losing potency, He Song had also fully learned the Dantian Settling Technique, which he could now employ at will.

At the same time, he never neglected his core skills.

After mastering the Minor Spirit Gathering Formation and the Mist Veil Formation, He Song turned his attention to other formations recorded in the Introduction to Formation Dao.

The formations described in the Introduction to Formation Dao were numerous and varied.

However, two types of formations caught He Songs's eye: offensive formations and defensive formations.

There were many offensive formations, and He Song found himself overwhelmed by the choices.

After careful consideration, he ultimately selected one formation to study next.

The Seven Kill Heavenly Fire Formation.

An offensive formation.

Once the formation plate and flags were prepared, the array could be set up at any time.

Upon activation, it trapped enemies inside and burned them with heavenly fire, dealing immense damage.

Of course, the "heavenly fire" in the Seven Kill Heavenly Fire Formation wasn't actual heavenly fire but rather spiritual fire converted from spiritual energy.

The name simply sounded more imposing.

The heavenly fire in the Seven Kill Heavenly Fire Formation could burn through spiritual power.

Over time, those trapped inside not only had to rely on their spiritual power to resist the burning but also had to endure the massive consumption caused by the fire.

If they couldn't break out of the formation quickly or destroy the array's core to escape, their spiritual power would soon deplete entirely, leaving them at the mercy of others.

He Song had chosen to study this formation precisely because of its ability to burn spiritual power. Not for any other reason.

Soon, he would reach the Foundation Establishment stage.

Once he successfully broke through, he would be able to learn the Soul Searching Technique.

First, he would use the Seven Kill Heavenly Fire Formation to drain the opponent's spiritual power completely, then release them and follow up with a Soul Searching Technique.

The thought of it.

Ordinary people wouldn't dare to experience it.

But if they were He Song's enemies, even if they didn't dare, He Song would make sure they experienced it.

As for defensive formations, He Song hadn't yet decided which one to study.

However, once he completed studying the Seven Kill Heavenly Fire Formation and could successfully deploy it, his next goal would naturally shift to defensive formations.

Time passed slowly as He Song continued his cultivation.

In the blink of an eye, a month had gone by.

During this month, aside from daily cultivation, He Song spent the rest of his time studying the Seven Kill Heavenly Fire Formation.

His understanding of it improved rapidly.

Moreover, He Song was fully immersed in his cultivation every day, unable to tear himself away.

One day, while sitting on the meditation cushion, thin strands of spiritual energy continuously flowed into his body from all directions.

Just as He Song thought today's cultivation would proceed as usual, a sudden, intense obstruction arose within his body.

His eyebrows furrowed instantly as he felt a strong sense of discomfort.

It was as if he were eating and already full, yet his hand kept trying to stuff more food into his mouth—his entire body resisted the intake.

At this moment, He Song felt the spiritual power in his meridians become extremely sluggish.

Even with external spiritual energy flowing in, operating the Earth Scripture couldn't convert the energy into spiritual power.

Upon sensing the obstruction in his meridians, He Song opened his eyes.

"Great Perfection of Qi Condensation—complete!"

A hint of joy crossed his face as he paid no heed to the discomfort caused by the obstruction in his meridians.

Great Perfection of Qi Condensation.

His body was now filled to the brim with spiritual power.

No matter how much more he cultivated, not a single bit of additional spiritual power would accumulate.

Reaching this stage was called Great Perfection of Qi Condensation. From here, only breaking through to Foundation Establishment would allow further progress.

The idea of condensing Qi for tens of thousands of years and emerging to dominate the world was impossible.

The body simply couldn't hold that much spiritual power. Any additional spiritual energy absorbed would be rejected, and one's cultivation would no longer improve.

This was the limit of the body and the limit of the Qi Condensation stage.

After successfully achieving Great Perfection of Qi Condensation, He Song naturally ended his seclusion.

Leaving the meditation room and stepping outside his cave residence, he glanced at the surrounding scenery with satisfaction.

This was the cave residence he had personally chosen, and he was deeply pleased with the view.

Now, after breaking through to Great Perfection of Qi Condensation, being surrounded by such beauty would help calm his mind and allow him to find the opportunity to break through to Foundation Establishment sooner.

Breaking through to Foundation Establishment required an opportunity—a moment when a cultivator felt a strong urge to attempt the breakthrough.

(End of Chapter)