Diligence System: From Servant to Martial King-Chapter 380 - 283: Five Elements Command Flags, Involving the Five Elements, Taking Crane Elixir Shows Miraculous Effect

Chapter 380: Chapter 283: Five Elements Command Flags, Involving the Five Elements, Taking Crane Elixir Shows Miraculous Effect

Jin Shichang delivered two treasures and strange objects, namely the "Five Elements Command Flags" and the "Blood Nourishment Treasure Cup." The Blood Nourishment Treasure Cup was initially intended as a reward, a pale red, thumb-thick small silver cup. Fresh blood is dripped into the cup, along with herbs for nurturing Qi-blood, the cup wall neutralizes the medicinal properties, enhances the quality of the blood, and fills the cup.

The blood in the cup can be drunk to fortify and strengthen the blood and Qi. The treasure cup has the purpose of neutralizing medicinal power and can also test medicinal properties for use in medical practice.

The "Five Elements Command Flags," on the other hand, have a simple utility, divided into five palm-sized flags corresponding to the five elements of "Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, Earth," which can be used for Feng Shui arrangements, securing homes, setting up labyrinth arrays...

Jin Shichang said, "These Five Elements Command Flags were acquired recently by chance, and for the method of use, you can consult with Vice Envoy Yan Hao. In pure quality and usefulness, the Blood Nourishment Treasure Cup is a notch stronger."

Li Xian thought to himself, "I cultivate the Five Viscera Avoiding Dross and Gathering Yang Scripture, where the five viscera refine impurities and nurture blood essence, enjoying similar benefits with the Blood Nourishment Treasure Cup. These Five Elements Command Flags conceal the mysteries of Feng Shui, arrays, and the five elements, making me even more curious. The Flower Cage Sect excels in the Five Elements and Eight Trigrams, if I have the chance... I should learn such skills to navigate the Jianghu and establish myself... Only by mastering all paths can I face anything with composure."

He decided to take the "Five Elements Command Flags." Jin Shichang was slightly surprised, carefully scrutinizing Li Xian. The Five Elements Command Flags and Blood Nourishment Treasure Cup are of similar quality; the Blood Nourishment Treasure Cup strengthens the blood effortlessly, while the Five Elements Command Flags have endless wonderful uses but require mastery of the five elements, combined with the topography, making the threshold quite high, otherwise they are nothing but wasted flags, only to be sold off.

He said no more, gave the command flags, and turned to leave.

... 𝒇𝒓𝙚𝒆𝔀𝓮𝓫𝒏𝓸𝙫𝓮𝓵.𝓬𝙤𝙢

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Cyan Ox Residence.

Li Xian refined impurities with his five viscera, dispelling the effects of alcohol. He closed the door, undisturbed by anyone. Nangong Liuli sat quietly in the hall, waiting, and seeing Li Xian unharmed, she exhaled a slight sigh of relief.

Nangong Liuli said, "How was the banquet? Did they make things difficult for you?" Li Xian said, "Not really, I even got a treasure."

He took out the Five Elements Command Flags. The flagpoles were gilded with colorful patterns, and the triangular flags fluttered without wind. Li Xian and Nangong Liuli studied and pondered the wonderful uses of the command flags together.

Nangong Liuli said, "These things are related to the principles of the five elements, requiring mastery of the five elements and relying on the environment to be useful." With her discerning eyes and broad vision, she quickly recognized the utility of this item.

Li Xian said, "I was just planning to study this path, so I chose to take a look."

Nangong Liuli said with exasperation, "You are quite willful, do you think treasures are so easy to come by?"

Li Xian just smiled without speaking. He toyed with the command flags, feeling their warm and fine craftsmanship. Treasures and strange objects are nurtured by heaven and earth, but both the "Five Elements Command Flags" and the "Blood Nourishment Treasure Cup" had undergone postnatal carving, losing some innate natural aura and elegance.

He thought of the layout of this residence, with green trees planted in the east, flowing water in the west, golden tiles on the top, and solid ground... embodying the mysteries of the five elements.

Then, he placed the Five Elements Command Flags in their corresponding positions. Suddenly, the command flags fluttered and gradually blended into the environment. The Feng Shui around them changed, and Li Xian faintly sensed the transformation, but exactly what kind of change was hard to articulate.

Nangong Liuli said, "Ah! This is...?" Li Xian asked, "What is this?"

Nangong Liuli replied, "My second uncle loves setting up Feng Shui arrangements; this is a ’Fixed Wind and Water Formation.’

Li Xian pulled out the command flags and placed them in reverse. The gold flag inserted in the earth, the earth flag inserted in the water, the water flag inserted in the grass, the wood flag inserted in the fire... randomly inserted upside down. Once the flag was placed, it became hidden, making it extremely difficult for others to recognize.

Suddenly, he felt a stifling sensation, extremely uncomfortable. After waiting for a moment, the room became like a steamer, unbearably stuffy, and after opening the window for ventilation, a dry wind blew in. No matter how lavish the house was, with such a layout of Feng Shui, it would be difficult to live in for long. He would rather live in a clay house.

Nangong Liuli said, "It’s bad... The layout has changed; this reversed arrangement of the five elements will surely bring bad luck if stayed in for too long."

Li Xian immediately pulled out the command flags and waited for a moment. The formless changes returned to normal, and he understood the wonderful use of the command flags: "The command flags contain the five elements, and through arranging them in the five elements and relying on the environment to set layouts, it can affect Feng Shui and set up labyrinth arrays with many mystical purposes."

The evolution of the five elements creates all things, containing many mysteries. The changes of the five elements on the Water Altar Island are so exquisite that it’s hard to enter and exit, even if a master accidentally enters, they will obediently face difficulties.

The clever uses are numerous, but require a depth of knowledge as a foundation. Li Xian, deeply interested, tried several times, placing the command flags in various locations, adjusting the five elements in the courtyard, and consequently pulling the Feng Shui layout. He altered the five elements layout, playing to his heart’s content until midnight, then withdrew the command flags, daring not to randomly arrange them.

Nangong Liuli had already fallen soundly asleep. Li Xian, knowing that her sleep was not easily achieved, feared disturbing her, as her clothes would be a nuisance, causing her to complain incessantly. Hence, he gently covered her with a layer of quilt, shielding her entire body, and went back to his room to sleep.

The command flags were placed by the bedside.

"When the time comes, I will place the command flags in suitable positions, arranging Cyan Ox Residence into a five-element labyrinth array that can block sound, enhance Feng Shui, and ward off external enemies... that would be ideal!"

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The next day.

Li Xian studied the command flags, placing the flags in five locations throughout the residence. Although it couldn’t be turned into a "labyrinth array," it isolated external sounds, connected to Feng Shui internally, and the combination of the five elements formed a small world, which was more than sufficient.

In the early morning on Cyan Ox Street, the traffic of carts and horses, the hawking and shouting, and the playful children created a lot of noise. Li Xian calmed his mind, and even in such a noisy scene, he was able to avoid being affected. Nevertheless, having a serene and quiet environment is always better.

With the command flags arranged, the scenery of the courtyard seemed even more vivid. Quiet and pleasant, it was well-suited for leisurely living and recuperation. Li Xian thought, "There are more wonderful uses for these Five Elements Command Flags, but my abilities are limited. For now, I will temporarily treat it as it is, and once I master the arrangements of the five elements, I will utilize them more effectively."

He diligently practiced martial arts, repeatedly training in various Martial Arts of punches, kicks, fingers, body, and swords, accumulating skill levels. When demonstrating the Setting Sun Bloodsword, the heat waves were scorching and imposing, making the display quite intimidating.