Cultivation Starting from Full Talent-Chapter 661 - 659: True Yang Immortal Fire

Ning Daoran wore a helpless expression.

What kind of Spiritual Fire Technique is this? It’s clearly the Divine Fire Sect’s forbidden Absolute Skill, the Divine Fire Technique!

Moreover, the complete version of the Divine Fire Technique isn’t something just anyone in the Divine Fire Sect can learn. At the very least, one must serve as an Elder or become a True Disciple to acquire the full mental method.

This Old Dragon Head’s gift of opportunity was truly simple and direct!

"Ahem, ahem..."

Ning Daoran didn’t point it out and merely replied, "Spiritual Fire Technique? Ah, good... Spiritual Fire Technique is good..."

"Hmph!"

The Old Dragon Head, his belly stuffed full, stood up and said, "I’ve eaten and drunk my fill. Time for sleep now. Help yourself, young friend."

"In that case, I shall not disturb you further, senior."

Ning Daoran rose, packed up the barbecue grill, and cleaned up the mess.

"..."

The Old Dragon Head had already lain down preparing for rest when his Divine Sense swept over and found this lad cleaning up the trash. He felt even more speechless—this lad was even concerned about environmental cleanliness? Truly inscrutable.

Once Ning Daoran finished tidying up, he clasped his hands lightly in salute and transformed into tunneling light, departing.

After returning to his cave mansion, he decided to initiate a closed-door retreat: one part to temper his cultivation, the other to practice the Divine Fire Technique.

...

Time flew by in treacherously swift currents.

In the blink of an eye, five years had passed. This year, Ning Daoran reached 470 years old.

At this moment, his physical body and Divine Soul had been tempered to become increasingly powerful. Just before exiting seclusion, he infused years’ worth of refined time into cultivating the Divine Fire Technique. In the span of a single tea’s brewing, he traversed thousands of years of cultivation in an instant, carrying the Divine Fire Technique to the pinnacle—Return to Nature!

"Swish~~~"

The moment the Divine Fire Technique achieved Return to Nature, a crimson cloud, nearly impossible to capture with the naked eye, surged skyward from the cave mansion. Soon after, the cloud condensed in the air into a blood-red sunrise, an unusual phenomenon resembling divine fire descending upon mortal realms from the horizon’s end.

"Hmm?"

At the rear mountain, outside the Fierce Sun Sky Pool.

The Old Dragon Head abruptly raised his head, gazing at the blazing crimson divine fire within the city. Unable to suppress his inner joy, he laughed and said, "After all these years, someone has finally cultivated the Divine Fire Technique to Return to Nature... This truly is great fortune for our Divine Fire Sect, simply wonderful... But... but who could it possibly be?"

He unleashed his Divine Sense, recklessly sweeping through the city to search.

Ning Daoran stepped out from his cave mansion, cheerful, and leisurely enjoyed Spiritual Tea freshly brewed by Little Bai under the flower trellis outside his residence.

Meanwhile, his Divine Soul World underwent significant changes once again.

A strand of gold-red flame emanated and coiled around the Fierce Sun Divine Tree.

This flame did not originate from elsewhere; it was a derivative of the Divine Fire Technique’s evolution to Return to Nature.

Through refined time deduction, Ning Daoran discerned the essence of this flame—

True Yang Immortal Fire!

This was an opportunity transmitted from the Ancient Era, profound and mystic. Not only could True Yang Immortal Fire burn its enemy’s physical body, it could simultaneously scorch their Divine Soul, a truly "chaotic damage" effect.

Moreover, True Yang Immortal Fire offered significant benefits for quenching one’s own Divine Soul.

Thus, the strand of True Yang Immortal Fire in his Divine Soul World instinctively sought out its kindred source—the Fierce Sun Divine Tree. Now cloaking the tree in the True Yang Immortal Fire, it formed a celestial cocoon-like sheath, immensely empowering the Fierce Sun Divine Tree’s strength.

Indeed, an eminent opportunity!

Secretly joyous, Ning Daoran felt his efforts in frying dishes for the Old Dragon Head had not been in vain. This Divinity Transformation senior truly delivered meaningful opportunity.

...

"Ning Guest Elder!"

Suddenly, a streak of blood-red tunneling light slowly approached from afar.

It was Huang Xianyu. A hand rested behind him as he exuded the aura of Nascent Soul Middle Stage cultivation.

Passing disciples of the Divine Fire Sect bowed respectfully, calling out, "Martial Uncle Huang."

At this moment, Huang Xianyu had finally earned the esteem befitting his position as the Third Elder within the sect.

"Fellow Daoist Huang!"

Ning Daoran gestured and pushed forward a freshly poured cup of Spiritual Tea: "Taste it."

"Good!"

Huang Xianyu didn’t seem in the mood for tasting tea; he downed it in a gulp and transmitted his voice, "I, Huang, know that Ning Guest Elder is an Array Master. Coincidentally, last month during my excursion, I came upon an opportunity related to the Array Path. Would Fellow Daoist be willing to come to my cave mansion for a view?"

"Hmm?"

Momentarily startled, Ning Daoran furrowed his brow. Based on past experience, an invitation like this would generally lead to slapping someone like Huang Xianyu to death, but... Huang Xianyu, like Chen Ningfeng, was an honest man.

So, this time Ning Daoran chose to trust him: "What sort of opportunity warrants a visit to your cave mansion, Fellow Daoist Huang?"

"The opportunity... is substantial!"

Huang Xianyu grinned boldly.

"Alright!"

Ning Daoran laughed heartily: "Let’s go!"

"Let’s go!"

Two Nascent Soul Cultivators ascended into the skies, transforming into tunneling light toward the rear mountain.

Inside the cave mansion.

Ning Daoran laid eyes upon the opportunity Huang Xianyu had mentioned.

It was substantial indeed—a cave mansion piled high with remnants of ancient arrays, pure stone-sculpted formations. Evidently, Huang Xianyu had transported the stones batch by batch with great care, ensuring the original arrangement wasn’t disrupted.

"Ning Guest Elder, what do you think?"

Huang Xianyu asked expectantly, "Does this array hold any value?"

"It does!"

Ning Daoran offered a firm response.

Without hesitation, Ning Daoran took out a Jade Scroll and began inscribing the formations onto it using Nascent Soul Divine Sense. Afterward, he waved his sleeve, collecting all the stones into his Storage Ring.

"Fellow Daoist Huang."

He spoke earnestly, "This is an ancient lost array. Though its name and function remain uncertain to me, if there are no surprises, it should be a Fifth-rank Lower Grade incomplete array. While it’s not a Fifth-rank array inheritance, the array path principles contained within hold immense value for someone like myself. So... I truly thank you for this, Fellow Daoist Huang!"

"As long as it is of use... as long as it is of use..."

Huang Xianyu nodded fervently.

"The opportunity offered by Fellow Daoist Huang may serve as the tipping point in my breakthrough to becoming a Fifth-rank Array Master."

Ning Daoran mused, "I cannot take this opportunity from Fellow Daoist Huang without expressing my gratitude. I must offer at least some token in return."

"No need, no need..."

Huang Xianyu shook his head firmly and replied, "Since Ning Guest Elder and I are friends, there’s no need for such formalities. Besides, my breakthrough to Nascent Soul Middle Stage was entirely due to Ning Guest Elder’s assistance. That debt of gratitude is something I will always hold dear. Compared to that, this incomplete array is trivial. So please, Ning Guest Elder, refrain from being so polite, or it will feel distant."

"Fellow Daoist Huang speaks truth."

Ning Daoran chuckled, "However, what I wish to gift Fellow Daoist Huang is an opportunity you likely cannot refuse."

"Oh?"

Huang Xianyu smiled and asked, "What might Ning Guest Elder want to gift me?"

Ning Daoran immediately extracted a handbook from his Storage Bag—a fresh manuscript written just before exiting his cave mansion. He declared, "This handbook contains detailed insights into cultivating the Divine Fire Technique to the Transformation Realm, providing a clear roadmap to avoid many unnecessary detours. May I ask if this opportunity is something Fellow Daoist Huang would refuse?"

"Ah?"

Huang Xianyu was stunned beyond words.

This opportunity was immense...

If Huang Xianyu were truly able to cultivate the Divine Fire Technique to the Transformation Realm, given his accumulated foundation and resources, there was a substantial chance he could directly ascend to Nascent Soul Late Stage!

Once he reached Nascent Soul Late Stage, Huang Xianyu’s standing within the Divine Fire Sect would soar dramatically!

"I... thank Ning Guest Elder!"

Huang Xianyu accepted the handbook and impatiently skimmed through its pages. His expression immediately shifted—the handbook indeed contained a comprehensive explanation of cultivating the Divine Fire Technique to the Transformation Realm, meticulously detailed down to the exact methods of energy channeling.

Even those with lackluster talent and less-than-stellar comprehension could, by following these precise instructions, achieve breakthroughs in the Divine Fire Technique to the Transformation Realm.

For disciples of the Divine Fire Sect, such a handbook was invaluable!

Even prodigies like Long Xian’er and Zhang Naiqian, who had cultivated the Divine Fire Technique to the Transformation Realm, couldn’t possibly write something like this. If they could have, it would’ve already circulated widely among True Disciples and Inner Sect Disciples.

Thus...

Huang Xianyu, looking back at Ning Daoran, was filled with admiration—this man was truly unfathomable.

Setting aside how Ning Daoran had obtained the Divine Fire Technique, the fact that he could create such a detailed Transformation Realm guide implied his mastery of the Divine Fire Technique had likely surpassed the Transformation Realm. Reflecting on the crimson sunrise phenomenon earlier in the city, Huang Xianyu seemed to piece together a clearer picture.

"Ning Guest Elder’s immense kindness... is something Huang will never forget!"

Huang Xianyu bowed deeply toward Ning Daoran in gratitude, lowering his stature considerably.

"No need for formality, Fellow Daoist."

Ning Daoran laughed, "We are friends, after all. This is merely a small favor."

He chuckled lightly, "I need to carefully digest the mysteries contained within this ancient array. Conversely, Fellow Daoist Huang ought to commence retreat, meditating on the methods detailed for cultivating the Divine Fire Technique to the Transformation Realm. For now, I shall take my leave!"

"Very well. I shall see Ning Guest Elder off!"

Huang Xianyu escorted him to the door, watching Ning Daoran depart.

Gazing at the handbook in his hand, Huang Xianyu suddenly felt a surge of warmth in his heart.

Ning Daoran had written the handbook prior to leaving his cave mansion, signifying that even if Huang Xianyu hadn’t provided the ancient incomplete formation, Ning Daoran would likely still have gifted the handbook to him.

"Ning Guest Elder has truly shown great thoughtfulness..."

He clasped his fists toward the direction in which Ning Daoran had disappeared: "This kindness of Ning Guest Elder shall be remembered by Huang Xianyu forever!"

...

Inner Sect of the Divine Fire Sect.

A figure appeared upon the mountain path, walking neither hurriedly nor slowly, strolling with utmost tranquility.

The individual was none other than Ning Daoran.

He did not rush back to the cave mansion to study the remnants of the ancient array; the array was too incomplete, leaving scant traces of information. Even a single array pattern or formation structure required rounds of meticulous deduction, an exceedingly arcane undertaking that wouldn’t yield swift results.

Hence, he opted to take advantage of his good mood and visit the Divine Fire Tower, aiming to elevate his ranking further.

A mere sixth place at the seventy-second layer—it was far too easy for others to surpass this position. To solidify his qualification for the Fierce Sun Sky Pool ten years later, he had to occupy the top three!

Better yet, he had to claim first place! Only first place would be truly secure!

...

Various disciples of the Divine Fire Sect paused along the roadside, watching this increasingly renowned Guest Elder within the sect.

"That’s the Ning Guest Elder who defeated Senior Brother Zhang Naiqian?"

A young, cute female cultivator remarked, "He doesn’t look as fierce and wicked as the rumors claim. I think Ning Guest Elder is rather refined and handsome..."

"Shh, I heard from the Senior Brothers at Fire Sun Peak that this man is a murderer and arsonist, pillaging and defiling young women—even thousand-year-old female demons didn’t escape his hands. He is said to commit every imaginable atrocity. Junior Sister, don’t be deceived by his outward appearance!"

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