Cultivation: I Have Studied Abroad in the Modern World-Chapter 1238 - 548: Divine Dao System, Qingnvโs Decision (Part 2)
The three Taiyin Fairies were surrounding Zheng Fa, their gazes vigilant, as if protecting him. Seeing him awaken, they all breathed a sigh of relief. ๐ณ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐.๐ฐ๐ ๐ฆ
Just as Zheng Fa was about to express his gratitude, he saw the three simultaneously stand up and bow to him with disciple etiquette, saying: "Thank you, Master Zheng, for imparting your teachings."
The expression on Qingnvโs face was especially remorseful: "It was my fault; I misjudged Master Zheng."
Zheng Fa flapped his wings and honestly said: "I did it for my own sake; itโs not worth the three of you being so concerned."
Qingnv blinked a couple of times, her face growing more full of admiration, and praised quite frankly: "Master Zheng is truly a good person!"
Zheng Fa shook his head, considering himself not much of a good person, just heavily influenced by the Modern World... making him stand out in the Xuanwei Realm.
Qingnv seemed straightforward; once she found Zheng Fa admirable, she spoke openly: "Master Zhengโs โYellow Court Scriptureโ is truly remarkable. Inside, there is... the Yang God Technique, Dharma Body Technique, and it appears thereโs also Tianhe Venerableโs cultivation technique?"
"Yes." Zheng Fa replied candidly, "Iโve indeed benefited from the various cultivation techniques of predecessors."
Qingnvโs expression increasingly showed envy: "If one cultivates the โYellow Court Scriptureโ, they wouldnโt have such troublesome Divine Dao Skills, right..."
Zheng Fa shook his head, also feeling that the Yaochi Cultivators were somewhat unfortunate.
Actually, the Dharma Body Technique and Yang God Technique are relatively betterโessentially, they mainly focus on oneโs own part, even if their nature is somewhat biased, they are still somewhat self-contained.
The problem with the Divine Dao Skill is that it relies on cultivating from the multitude of beings, inevitably becoming contaminated by them.
Aside from the Pure Land of Leiyin Temple, Zheng Fa to this day hasnโt figured out how anyone remains completely undisturbed.
Seeing Qingnvโs envious expression, Zheng Faโs mind moved, and he proposed: "If the three of you are willing to join my Jiushan Sect and shift to cultivating the โYellow Court Scriptureโ, itโs not impossible."
This idea was not meant to deceive them; the โYellow Court Scriptureโ is inherently all-encompassing, and shifting to it most of Qingnv and Taiyin Fairyโs achievements could actually be preserved, allowing them to quickly restore their original cultivation level.
On the other hand, he also possessed the Great Sun True Fire, so even though his current cultivation was insufficient, he could help them modify their cultivation techniques in the future.
Qingnv and Taiyin Fairy exchanged a glance, appearing somewhat tempted.
Zheng Fa continued: "Of course, I wonโt hide a few truths from you, fairies. My Nine Mountains Immortal Court now has an established system, even the Nine Nether Emperor isnโt exemptโnaturally, as a Taiyi Golden Immortal, he can create value that far exceeds that of others, thus the resources he can obtain are naturally greater."
According to the current distribution system of the Immortal Court, cultivators with higher cultivation levels still hold a significant advantage, what Zheng Fa can assure is that the lower-level cultivators and ordinary people always have their channels and opportunities to voice their concernsโthis feature might be insignificant in the Modern World, but it indeed imposes many restrictions on golden immortals like Taiyin Fairy in the Xuanwei Realm.
These golden immortals were once considered supreme, now persuading them to accept such an idea is naturally extremely difficult. If not because of the dire situation faced by Taiyin Fairy and Qingnv, and the significant issues with the Divine Dao Skill, Zheng Fa wouldnโt even bring this up.
Taiyin Fairy was silent for a long while before asking: "Master Zheng, whatโs your opinion on the Divine Dao Skill? Is it a dead end?"
Qingnv also looked over, her gaze somewhat anxious and expectant.
"No, itโs not." Zheng Fa thought for a moment, then mentioned the Nine Mountains Immortal Court, "Fairy might not know that our Nine Mountains Immortal Court now has a Divine Dao Inspection Institute, where disciples mainly cultivate Divine Dao Skills."
"The Divine Dao Skill is one of the most crucial forces of our Nine Mountains Immortal Court and also the foundation of our Jiushan Sect."
"How do you plan to address the Evil God issue, Master Zheng?" Taiyin Fairy asked with a furrowed brow.
"This, Iโve just recently figured out." Zheng Fa smiled, "Iโm planning to revise the Divine Dao Skill."
"How will you revise it?"
"Establish a deity position system."
This concept gradually developed after encountering the Evil Water Mother, just as there were three cultivators most adept at Divine Dao Skills here in Xuanwei, Zheng Fa also wanted to solicit their professional opinions.
"Deity position?"
"If Iโve guessed correctly, in Yaochi, those ordinary people revere specific figures, right? For instance, the Rangsui Goddess is in charge of agricultural seasons without others involved."
Taiyin Fairy nodded in agreement.
"What I mean by deity position is to separate the divine duties from the cultivator and have other cultivators rotate in fulfilling them."
Actually, this point isnโt new; Zheng Fa intended this from the start, but at that time, his aim was simply to limit the disciplesโ power, without a clear deity position system.
Now, examining this system again, Zheng Fa has gained new insights.
"For example, a cultivator who has undergone training in Jiushan Sect and is not particularly interested or talented in Taoist skills, or wishes to do more for the secular world, he can apply for a deity position and enjoy offerings." Zheng Fa explained, "But this deity position and offerings arenโt his permanent possession. After a period, he must relinquish the position and abandon the Divine Dao Skill."
"Abandon the Divine Dao Skill?"
"Yes, and transition to another cultivation method using the โYellow Court Scriptureโ to counteract the effects of the Divine Dao Skill."
The three Taiyin Fairies paused to ponder upon hearing this.
"For cultivators, the Divine Dao Skill is merely a method to accelerate their cultivation, with little impact."
"What Iโm considering now is how to shape the deity positions..." Zheng Fa thought for a moment, then added, "Ideally, there should be something akin to the Cave Heaven Treasures, to carry the deity positions."
The Sun and Moon Clock faintly possesses such a function, although currently only as a prototype.
Taiyin Fairy pondered for a long time and finally sighed, "If Master Zhengโs concept is feasible... it would probably be the best solution besides the Pure Land of Leiyin Temple."
The Pure Land of Leiyin Temple... Speaking of it, Zheng Fa also has many questions. This thing is actually quite peculiar, even the Thunder Sound Buddha gave him a strange feeling.
"This method is only usable by Master Zheng, no one else." Qingnv scratched her head and agreed, "Only the โYellow Court Scriptureโ allows such easy transformation of cultivation techniques."
To put it clearly, Zheng Faโs idea provides cultivators with an exit mechanism. This mechanism benefits the renewal of the entire Divine Dao system and the cultivators alike.
The only requirement is that cultivators must seamlessly shift their cultivation methods, enabling swift appointment and dismissal.
This, aside from the โYellow Court Scriptureโ, cannot be achieved by anyone else!
"What do the three fairies think?"
Zheng Fa looked at the three Taiyin Fairies expectantly; for the three Taiyin Fairies today, Yaochi seemed done for:
The lower levels were invaded by the Paradise Heavenly Girl.
The Water Mother turned into the Evil God.
Zheng Fa felt that if they did not want to take refuge with Lu Yao, then the Nine Mountains Immortal Court was an excellent choice.
For Zheng Fa, he would also welcome more allies; as long as the three recognized the rules of Jiushan Sect, he wouldnโt have any other opinion.
The current strength of Jiushan Sect was still at a disadvantage, and two golden immortals would be a significant boost.
Unexpectedly, Taiyin Fairy and Qingnv exchanged a glance as if they had long decided. Taiyin Fairy looked at Lord Nichang and said, "Ni Chang, from now on, follow Master Zheng and assist him in perfecting the Divine Dao Skill."
Lord Nichang widened her eyes.
"Lady Taiyin!"
Taiyin Fairy shook her head slightly towards her, bowed deeply to Zheng Fa, and softly said: "Thank you, Master Zheng, for your regard. I sincerely look forward to what the new Divine Dao of Jiushan Sect will be like."
"But..."
"We are people of Yaochi."
Taiyin saw that Lord Nichangโs face showed guilt and waved her hand, "We are not saying loyalty to Yaochi, but the Water Mother sealed the Evil Water Mother here, and we are also responsible for ensuring it doesnโt escape."
"Master Zheng might not know, this Evil Water Mother, despite being bizarre, is the ultimate Dao Fruit of the Divine Dao Skill, posing a significant threat to us. Once it emerges, it will affect all Yaochi cultivators practicing the Divine Dao Skill, causing endless harm."
After hearing Taiyin Fairyโs words, Zheng Fa recalled the murmurs of the Evil Water Mother earlier.
"If it were to escape, my Taiyin Immortal Realm would be destroyed, and so would Qingnvโs. When the Water Mother confined herself here, she probably intended to preserve us." Taiyin Fairyโs eyes shifted towards Zheng Fa, "I donโt know if Master Zheng has a perfect escape method, but we do not."
Zheng Fa fell silent, honestly speaking, he was unsure whether he could prevent the Evil Water Mother from escaping while dismantling the array.
"Qingnv and I decided a long time ago." Taiyin Fairy seemed to have anticipated this, smiled, looked at Qingnv, and delivered a speech that even Zheng Fa had not anticipated, "When Master Zheng prepares to exit the array, Qingnv and I will hold back the Evil Water Mother. We kindly ask Master Zheng to take Lord Nichang back with you to preserve Yaochiโs offerings and allow her to observe Jiushan Sectโs new Divine Dao for us."
Lord Nichangโs heart surged with emotion, "I also..."
Qingnv snorted, "What use is it for you to stay? My life was saved by Master Zheng; fighting for a way out for him is only right."
"Back then, the Water Mother was able to abandon her path for us." Qingnv looked at Lord Nichang, "I can do the same."
