How it Works

Li Wei stood motionless in the center of the cave, his chest rising and falling with slow, controlled breaths.

His entire body felt different—stronger, lighter, and filled with an energy he had never experienced before.

He clenched his fists. The moment his fingers curled, a faint golden aura rippled around his body.

Foundation Establishment.

He had finally stepped into a realm where true cultivators began their journey. No longer just a Qi Refinement weakling—he was now a warrior with a solid foundation.

Yet, deep inside, something else stirred.

The Celestial Seal.

It had reacted when he absorbed the beast's energy. He could feel its power awakening further—but not completely.

Not yet.

Li Wei emerged from the cave, the first light of dawn painting the sky in soft hues of orange and pink. The cool morning air filled his lungs as he stepped onto solid ground.

Jinhai was waiting.

The older cultivator leaned against a rock, chewing on a blade of grass. His sharp eyes scanned Li Wei, noting the change in his aura.

Jinhai smiled. "Well, well… you actually did it."

Li Wei nodded, standing taller. "I've reached Foundation Establishment."

Jinhai spat out the blade of grass. "Took you long enough."

But despite his words, there was something in his expression—approval.

"Show me," he said.

Li Wei exhaled slowly, then focused.

A surge of golden Qi exploded from his body, crackling like lightning.

The ground beneath his feet trembled slightly, and the air around him distorted from the sheer force of his energy.

Jinhai raised an eyebrow. "Hoh… Not bad."

But then—he vanished.

Li Wei's eyes widened. In a split second, Jinhai appeared behind him, a fist aiming straight for his ribs.

Instinct took over.

Li Wei spun, raising his arm—and blocked the strike.

A sharp gust of wind blasted outward from the clash.

Jinhai stepped back, laughing. "Now that… was impressive."

Li Wei flexed his fingers, still feeling the raw power coursing through him. He had reacted to Jinhai's speed—something he never could have done before.

"I feel… different," Li Wei admitted. "Faster. Stronger. But most of all… more in control."

Jinhai's smirk deepened. "Good. Because now—it's time to see how far you can push it."

Jinhai walked over to a nearby boulder, placing a hand on it. "Listen up, kid. Now that you've reached Foundation Establishment, it's time to understand the real power structure in the cultivation world."

He raised a finger. "There are several major realms of cultivation. Each one is a massive leap in power."

1. Qi Refinement (1st to 9th Stage) – The beginner stage. Most people remain stuck here for life.

2. Foundation Establishment (1st to 9th Stage) – Where real cultivators begin. Stronger bodies, refined Qi, and the ability to use true martial techniques.

3. Core Formation (Early, Mid, Late, and Peak Stages) – The realm of true experts. Here, Qi solidifies into a core, drastically increasing energy reserves and power.

4. Nascent Soul (1st to 9th Stage) – At this stage, a cultivator's soul takes form, allowing near-immortal lifespans. A Nascent Soul cultivator can obliterate mountains with a single strike.

5. Soul Ascension (Low, Mid, High, and Peak) – Legendary cultivators. Their bodies become vessels of pure spiritual energy. Their attacks can shatter space itself.

Jinhai gave Li Wei a pointed look. "Right now, you're just Foundation Establishment First Stage. Stronger than before, sure, but if you think that makes you powerful… you're in for a rough awakening."

Li Wei absorbed the information, his mind racing. If Nascent Soul cultivators could destroy mountains, then what about the realms beyond?

Jinhai continued, "But there's another factor—Spiritual Energy Types."

He gestured toward Li Wei. "And you… you've got something beyond rare."

Li Wei's breath hitched.

The Celestial Seal.

Jinhai's eyes gleamed. "It's time to figure out exactly what makes your power so special."

Li Wei's heart pounded as he processed Jinhai's words. The Celestial Seal—the legendary energy said to be beyond anything in existence—was inside him.

Jinhai crossed his arms. "Tell me, kid. Have you ever tried to control it?"

Li Wei hesitated. "I… I don't even know how."

Jinhai chuckled. "Of course you don't. Something like that doesn't just reveal itself easily. But now that you've broken through to Foundation Establishment, your body should be strong enough to handle it."

He pointed to a large ancient tree nearby. "Try channeling your Qi into a single strike—without holding back. Let's see if that 'Celestial Seal' of yours is just a fancy name or the real deal."

Li Wei took a deep breath. He focused on his dantian, the core of his energy, feeling the newly refined Qi surging through his meridians.

Then—

He swung his palm forward.

A burst of golden Qi exploded from his hand, shooting toward the tree.

BOOM!

The tree shook violently, but it didn't break.

Jinhai frowned. "Hmph. Not bad, but not impressive either. That's just normal Foundation Establishment power. Try again."

Li Wei clenched his fists. He could feel it—the Celestial Seal lurking deep inside him. A power that had yet to fully awaken.

Come on…

He closed his eyes. Instead of forcing it, he listened.

And then—he felt it.

A pulse.

A deep, ancient energy stirred within him, like a sleeping beast slowly opening its eyes. His heart pounded as his meridians began to glow with a faint golden light.

His breath grew sharper. His vision clearer.

Then—

Something clicked.

Golden energy surged through his veins, brighter, purer, and heavier than before. It wasn't just Qi—it was something beyond it.

The Celestial Seal had responded.

Li Wei's eyes snapped open, now glowing with golden light. He struck forward—

And this time—

BOOM!

The air shattered.

A golden shockwave erupted from his palm, tearing the massive tree from its roots and sending it flying dozens of meters away.

Jinhai's eyes widened slightly.

Li Wei gasped, staring at his own hands. The power he had just unleashed—it felt limitless.

Jinhai let out a low whistle. "Well… I'll be damned."

Jinhai scratched his head. "Alright, kid. That settles it. The Celestial Seal isn't just rare—it's on a whole different level."