Chapter 585
Nangong Wan's eyes fell on the "Kungfu Experience" given by Jian Wuhen. She gently turned the pages and saw that it recorded Jian Wuhen's unique insights on swordsmanship. A hint of excitement flashed in her eyes, and she said, "Shao Ping, this Kungfu Experience will be of great benefit to me. I can use it to improve my swordsmanship and prepare for future battles." Fu Shaoping nodded and smiled, "Wan'er, your swordsmanship is already outstanding. With this Kungfu Experience, you will definitely be able to reach a higher level."
Then, Fu Shaoping picked up the "Heavenly Secret Compass" given by Tianjizi. The surface of the compass was engraved with complex runes, as if it could peek into the secrets of heaven. A trace of thought flashed in his eyes, and he said: "This Heavenly Secret Compass can deduce the secrets of heaven and guide the direction. We can use it to explore the secret realm and find more cultivation resources." Nangong Wan nodded in agreement and said: "Yes, the road to immortal cultivation is long, and we need more resources to support our cultivation."
After counting the gifts, the two of them were grateful and moved. Fu Shaoping took a deep breath and said, "Wan'er, these gifts are not only a recognition of our achievements, but also the expectations of the major forces for our future development. We must make good use of them and live up to their high hopes." Nangong Wan smiled slightly, with a hint of determination in his eyes, and said, "Shaoping, we will definitely go further and become the top powerhouses in the world of immortal cultivation."
In the early morning, the headquarters of Tianyuan Chamber of Commerce was shrouded in a light mist, and the air was filled with the fragrance of spiritual herbs. In front of the Chamber of Commerce's main hall, a group of young disciples were lined up neatly, with expressions of expectation and nervousness on their faces. They were fortunate to be selected today and would receive the preaching and teaching of Fu Shaoping, the Chamber of Commerce's new fusion stage monk. For these young monks, this was undoubtedly a rare opportunity.
In the hall, Fu Shaoping sat on the high platform, wearing a green robe, with a calm but dignified expression. His Taoist partner Nangong Wan sat beside him, looking at the disciples below the stage with gentle eyes. The hall was surrounded by the flags of the Chamber of Commerce, and the walls were engraved with ancient runes, emitting a faint light, which looked solemn and mysterious.
Elder Li Qingyun stood in front of the stage, cleared his throat, and said loudly: "Today, our Tianyuan Chamber of Commerce has the honor of inviting Senior Fu Shaoping to preach and teach the Dharma to all disciples. Senior Fu has just broken through the fusion stage, has profound cultivation and rich experience. I hope everyone will cherish this opportunity, listen carefully, and ask for advice with an open mind."
The disciples in the audience nodded one after another, their eyes sparkling with excitement. A young female disciple couldn't help but whisper to her fellow disciple beside her, "I heard that Senior Fu's cultivation experience is extremely valuable. It is our blessing to be able to hear his teachings today."
Fu Shaoping smiled slightly and slowly said: "My fellow disciples, the road to immortality is long and arduous, but every step is worth our efforts. Today, I will share with you some of my experiences in cultivation, hoping that it will be helpful to you."
He paused and continued, "The path to immortality is based on foundation. Whether it is the foundation-building stage or the golden elixir stage, the solidity of your foundation determines your future achievements. Therefore, you must not rush for success, but must take steady steps in each realm and lay a solid foundation."
The disciples in the audience were listening intently, and many of them had already taken out their jade slips and carefully recorded Fu Shaoping's words. A young male disciple raised his hand and asked, "Senior Fu, how can we better consolidate our foundation during the foundation-building period?"
Fu Shaoping nodded and replied, "The foundation-building stage is the starting point of the road to immortality. The key lies in the accumulation of spiritual energy and the opening of the meridians. I suggest that when you practice, don't just pursue speed, but spend more time on refining spiritual energy. At the same time, you can take some mild spiritual medicine to assist in your practice, but remember not to rely on external objects."
Another disciple immediately asked, "Senior Fu, we often encounter bottlenecks in our cultivation. How can we break through?"
Fu Shaoping smiled and said, "Bottleneck is a problem that every cultivator will encounter. The key lies in adjusting your mentality. When you encounter a bottleneck, don't be impatient, but calm down and reflect on whether your cultivation method is wrong. Sometimes, proper relaxation and adjustment can bring unexpected results."
Nangong Wan also added: "In addition, breaking through bottlenecks often requires opportunities. You can go to the secret realms to practice more, or exchange experiences with other cultivators, and perhaps you will find an opportunity to break through."
The disciples nodded one after another, with a look of sudden enlightenment on their faces. A disciple who looked younger asked timidly, "Senior Fu, we heard that you went through many hardships when you broke through the fusion stage. Can you share your experience with us?"
Fu Shaoping pondered for a moment and said slowly: "Breaking through the fusion stage is indeed a challenging journey. At that time, Nangong Wan and I found a thousand-year-old spiritual herb in a secret realm. With its power, we were able to break through. But before that, we experienced countless failures and tests. The road to immortal cultivation is never smooth, but as long as you persevere, you will eventually gain something."
The disciples in the audience were moved, and many of them had a determined look in their eyes. One disciple said excitedly: "Senior Fu, your experience has inspired us deeply! We will definitely work hard to practice and live up to your teachings!"
Fu Shaoping nodded and said gently: "Although the road to becoming an immortal is difficult, as long as you have faith and keep your feet on the ground, you will be able to achieve your goal one day. I hope that in your future practice, you can constantly break through yourself and pursue a higher realm."
After the sermon, the disciples came forward to thank Fu Shaoping and Nangong Wan. Elder Li Qingyun also came forward and said with a smile: "Senior Fu's teachings are really enlightening, and the disciples have benefited a lot. It is a blessing for us to have a strong person like you in charge of the Chamber of Commerce."
Fu Shaoping smiled slightly and said, "Elder Li, you are too polite. It is my honor to contribute to the Chamber of Commerce."
Nangong Wan also smiled and said: "These disciples have good talents. As long as they are willing to work hard, they will definitely have great potential in the future."
Outside the hall, the sun shone through the mist, casting a golden glow on the entire Chamber of Commerce. The disciples left in twos and threes, with satisfied and longing expressions on their faces. Fu Shaoping and Nangong Wan stood at the door of the hall, watching them leave, and felt a little relieved in their hearts.
This sermon not only pointed out the direction of cultivation for the young disciples, but also injected new hope into the future of Tianyuan Chamber of Commerce. The breakthroughs of Fu Shaoping and Nangong Wan are quietly changing the pattern of the world of cultivation, and every step they take will have a far-reaching impact on this world.
In the meeting hall of Tianyuan Chamber of Commerce, sunlight shines through the carved window lattices onto the ground, casting mottled shadows. The atmosphere in the hall is solemn and dignified. Ten young disciples stand neatly in the center of the hall, looking nervous but full of expectation. They were summoned here today to accept the selection of Fu Shaoping, a new fusion-stage cultivator of the Chamber of Commerce, and become his personal disciples. This is a dream opportunity for any young cultivator.
Fu Shaoping sat on the high platform, wearing a green robe, his eyes were deep and calm. His Taoist partner Nangong Wan sat beside him, with a gentle expression, his eyes slowly swept over the ten disciples. Elder Li Qingyun stood in front of the stage and said loudly: "Today, Senior Fu Shaoping will select one of you ten as his personal disciple. This is your opportunity and also your test. I hope you can go all out and show your strength and potential." Fu Shaoping nodded slightly and slowly said: "On the road to immortal cultivation, talent is important, but character, perseverance and wisdom are also indispensable. Today, I will set up three levels to test your comprehensive abilities. Only those who pass these three tests are qualified to become my disciples."
The disciples in the audience held their breath and concentrated, their eyes flashing with determination. Fu Shaoping continued, "The first test is called the Mirror of Heart and Mind. You will enter a fantasy world and face your deepest fears and desires. Only those with a firm heart and mind who are not swayed by external things can pass."
As soon as he finished speaking, Fu Shaoping raised his hand and waved it. A ray of light flashed, and the ten disciples were instantly brought into an illusory space. The fog was all around, and different scenes appeared in front of everyone's eyes. Some disciples saw endless wealth, some disciples saw powerful strength, and some disciples saw the scene they feared the most.
A disciple saw himself standing on a mountain that towered into the clouds, with an endless abyss beneath his feet. He was so frightened that his legs went weak and he almost fell to the ground. But he took a deep breath, tried to calm himself, and finally took a firm step and walked out of the illusion.
Another disciple saw himself holding a powerful magic weapon, and countless monks around him knelt down to worship him. He was so proud that he almost indulged in it. But at this moment, he suddenly remembered his original intention and realized that this was just an illusory temptation, so he resolutely turned around and left the illusion.
After a while, ten disciples came out of the illusion one after another. Three of them failed the test and were eliminated. The remaining seven disciples stood in the center of the hall, their expressions more determined.
Fu Shaoping nodded slightly and continued, "The second test is called 'The Ladder of Perseverance'. You will climb a ladder made of spiritual energy. Each step will put tremendous pressure on your body and consciousness. Only those with strong perseverance and who don't give up easily can reach the top."
He raised his hand and a staircase made of spiritual energy appeared in the center of the hall, reaching up to the sky. The seven disciples began to climb without hesitation. At first, the pressure of the stairs was not great, but as the height increased, the pressure gradually increased.
When a disciple was halfway up the climb, he felt his legs were as heavy as if they were filled with lead, and his consciousness began to blur. He gritted his teeth and tried to hold on, but in the end he could not bear it, fell to the ground, and was eliminated.
Another disciple climbed up step by step. Although his clothes were soaked with sweat and his consciousness was almost collapsed, he never gave up. Finally, he successfully reached the top and stood at the top of the stairs with a victorious smile on his face.
After the second test, two more disciples were eliminated. The remaining five disciples stood in front of Fu Shaoping with firm expressions and eyes full of expectation.
Fu Shaoping smiled and said, "The last test is called 'Chess of Wisdom'. You will enter a chessboard world and face a complicated chess game. Only those who are extremely wise and good at strategy can crack the game and get out of the maze."
He raised his hand and waved it, and the five disciples were instantly brought into a chessboard world. All around them were crisscrossed chessboard lines, and every step was full of unknown challenges. The five disciples began to think individually, trying to find a way to crack the chess game.
One disciple quickly analyzed the chess game, found the key breakthrough, and walked out of the maze step by step. The other disciple was trapped in a complicated chess game and could not find the right path, and was eventually eliminated.
After three tests, only one disciple successfully passed all the levels. He stood in front of Fu Shaoping, his expression excited, tears flashing in his eyes. Fu Shaoping smiled and said, "You have a firm mind, strong perseverance, and extraordinary wisdom. You are exactly the disciple I am looking for. From today on, you will be my direct disciple."
The disciple knelt down excitedly and said respectfully: "I will live up to Master's teachings and practice hard to pursue the great way!"
Nangong Wan also smiled and said: "Congratulations, I hope that in your future practice, you can continue to break through yourself and become a strong person in the world of immortal cultivation."
Elder Li Qingyun stepped forward and said with a smile: "Senior Fu's test is really exquisite. It is not easy for this disciple to pass it. It is a blessing for our Chamber of Commerce to have a strong man like you in charge."
Fu Shaoping nodded and said, "The road to becoming an immortal is long and arduous. I hope he can go further on this road."
Outside the hall, the sun was shining, casting a golden glow on the entire Chamber of Commerce. The disciple stood beside Fu Shaoping, with a look of satisfaction and longing on his face. Fu Shaoping and Nangong Wan watched the other disciples leave, and they also felt a little relieved in their hearts.
The atmosphere in the meeting hall of Tianyuan Chamber of Commerce was solemn and dignified. The Chamber of Commerce flag was hung in the hall, and the walls were engraved with ancient runes, emitting a faint light. In the center of the hall, an altar carved from spiritual stone stood tall, on which were placed incense burners, spiritual fruits and an ancient book. The sunlight shone through the carved window lattices onto the ground, casting mottled light and shadows, adding a bit of sacredness to the entire ceremony.
Fu Shaoping sat on the high platform in front of the altar, wearing a green robe, with a calm but dignified expression. His Taoist partner Nangong Wan sat beside him, looking at the people below the stage with gentle eyes. Elder Li Qingyun stood in front of the stage and said loudly: "Today, our Tianyuan Chamber of Commerce will hold an important apprenticeship ceremony. Senior Fu Shaoping will officially accept you as a disciple and pass on his cultivation experience and the true meaning of the Tao."
(End of this chapter)