Three days later, at the preaching platform of the Inner Academy, a group of teachers and students gathered.
Today was the day Elder Han Feng would preach. This legendary figure of the Black-Corner Region had too many dazzling halos on him.
The most direct reflection of his status was the word "Dou Venerate."
On this Dou Qi Continent, a Dou Venerate was undoubtedly a first-tier expert. Even the young masters and mistresses of the great families in the Central Plains would not dare to be arrogant in front of such an expert.
Han Feng arrived at the dojo on time. He swept his gaze over the dark crowd below and found many new faces.
Since the cultivation mode of the students in the Inner Academy was autonomous, and there were no teachers usually, they would often join student associations or create their own associations to achieve cooperation and competition among classmates.
Unless they were quite confident in their own strength, few people would choose to be rogue cultivators.
Because in the resource rating of the Inner Academy, associations had a natural advantage.
Like this preaching, the top-ranked student associations had better listening positions.
The batch of students from a few years ago, the association led by Chen Xiaoyu, had now changed personnel. Looking at those confident faces, Han Feng smiled slightly.
The theme he was going to talk about today was about the energy of heaven and earth.
The energy of heaven and earth is everywhere. The first step for a cultivator to start cultivating is to sense the energy between heaven and earth, thereby stimulating the Dou Qi in their own body.
This step is for foundation building and is usually not divided by attributes.
"The heaven and earth are vast, divided into righteous and evil qi. Although only cultivators above the Dou King level can comprehend the heaven and earth, in fact, from the moment we stepped into cultivation, we have learned this skill. Dou King is just amplifying this ability."
Han Feng spoke slowly, his voice grand and melodious.
"The act of comprehending heaven and earth will run through a cultivator's life. Do not think that Dou Qi is the root of everything. It is just a way for the energy of heaven and earth to manifest in the individual."
Han Feng's words were sometimes profound and sometimes simple. Some students understood, while others were confused.
Su Qian sat in the elder's seat, listening to Han Feng's words, a dark light flashing in his eyes.
He really came to the right place this time. Even he, a veteran Dou Ancestor, felt that he benefited a lot from the cultivation principles Han Feng spoke of.
If he re-examined the relationship between himself and heaven and earth, was there another path he could explore?
Was his cultivation, which had not progressed for a long time, really limited by his own aptitude, or by his own cognition?
Su Qian didn't want to think too much about many of the difficulties he had encountered in cultivation before, fearing that the more he thought about it, the more wrong he would be, and he would go astray. But now listening to Han Feng's preaching, Su Qian suddenly felt enlightened.
A wise teacher!
If not for his identity as the Great Elder, Su Qian would have wanted to be a student and ask Han Feng questions.
This preaching lasted for a full three days. Han Feng used soul techniques to put everyone into a deep learning state.
If the audience of this preaching were cultivators with higher cultivation, he could probably talk for another month.
But these Dou Masters and Dou Grandmasters couldn't bear it for too long.
Han Feng slowly closed his mouth, and that profound artistic conception dissipated at this moment. Everyone woke up suddenly, and when they looked at Han Feng again, he had already left.
"Is it over?"
Some students were immersed in their comprehension and had forgotten the time completely, still wanting more.
If their stomachs hadn't reminded them, they would have thought only a few minutes had passed.
Those students who saw Han Feng for the first time, such as Lin Xiuya, Liu Qing, Lin Yan, and Han Yue, all developed admiration and adoration for Han Feng.
This preaching was enough to change their cognition of their own cultivation path, so as to fill in the gaps and make corrections.
Among them, Lin Xiuya agreed with Han Feng's words very much. Before listening to Han Feng's preaching, he had some of his own ideas about the power of heaven and earth. Implementing these ideas into practice made him a prodigy among his peers.
What Han Feng brought him today was a more complete vision, as if the preaching was prepared for him!
A thought suddenly rose in Lin Xiuya's heart: to take Han Feng as his teacher.
He was originally the young master of the Lin family in Heavenlybright City in the Central Plains. He came to Jia Nan Academy in the Northwest Continent to train himself and make friends with some talented peers.
As for finding an excellent teacher, it was not within his consideration originally.
But Han Feng's appearance tempted him too much.
If he missed it, Lin Xiuya felt he would definitely regret it.
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On the other side, after resting for a while, Han Feng came to the Sky Burning Qi Refining Tower.
Su Qian hesitated to speak beside him.
"Elder Han, I have some questions about cultivation. Can I ask you for advice?"
Han Feng was stunned, then nodded happily.
"Of course. When I come out this time, I will sit and discuss the Dao with Elder Su."
Su Qian thanked him repeatedly, then opened the seal leading to the magma world for Han Feng.
Han Feng jumped into it, his speed increasing sharply, and soon disappeared from Su Qian's sight.
Su Qian stroked his beard, a smile appearing at the corner of his mouth.
Although he was a little embarrassed, there is no seniority in learning, and no order in seeking the Dao.
With the guidance of a famous teacher like Han Feng, he suddenly felt that he might be able to strive for the Dou Venerate realm.
In the magma world, Han Feng arrived at the previous marking point.
This time, his intuition was replaced by a strong induction. The Tou She Ancient God's Jade in his storage ring lit up with a faint light at this moment.
Han Feng's soul power was instantly pulled into a dark space, and a huge purple-gold beast pupil slowly opened.
Boom!
In just an instant, Han Feng was pierced by this gaze.
The next second, he woke up abruptly.
Was that... the previous Ancient Void Dragon Emperor?
Han Feng guessed in his heart.
Because he knew that a peak nine-star Dou Saint level expert was hidden in the Tou She Ancient God's Mansion.
Combined with the pressure given to him by that beast pupil just now, it was definitely top-tier on the continent.
Han Feng had reason to suspect that that was the location of the Tou She Ancient God's Mansion.
Han Feng took out the Tou She Ancient God's Jade and held it tightly in his hand.
Then, his eyes were firm, and he flew in the direction he had just sensed.
On the way, Han Feng encountered teams of Flame Lizards. Before each encounter, Han Feng would use Heavenly Flame to cover his figure to avoid being discovered.
But as he went deeper, the number of Flame Lizards also increased.
"Could it be that this Tou She Ancient God's Mansion is in the lair of the Flame Lizards?"
Han Feng thought to himself.
"The Flame Lizards here already have the fluctuation of Dou Venerate level experts."
Han Feng slowed down and observed carefully.
The crimson magma was used by the Flame Lizards as a comfortable hotbed, and lizard eggs were placed in piles.
Han Feng followed the sensation, carefully swam past the dwellings of the lizard babies, and went deep into the Flame Lizard's nest.
"It's just ahead."
Han Feng's spirit was shaken, and he was just about to explore further.
Suddenly, a fluctuation of a peak Dou Venerate level dispersed.
Flames swept over Han Feng's location, and the overly powerful Dou Qi directly dispelled Han Feng's disguise.
"Discovered!"
Han Feng felt slightly unwilling in his heart, but reason made him choose to stop.
Fighting in the opponent's territory, Han Feng's strength had not yet reached the point where he could do whatever he wanted.
Han Feng gripped the Void God Stele tightly in his hand, and the next second he disappeared from the spot.
Boom!
The moment after he left, a pillar of fire rose from the position where he had originally stayed.
The Flame Lizard, already at the peak Dou Venerate level, slightly contracted its beast pupils, its facial expression very vivid, carrying some annoyance.
It searched around and found no trace of Han Feng, so it could only retreat back to its lair.
In the courtyard, Han Feng's figure flashed.
The light on the Void God Stele flickered slightly, indicating that the energy was less than one-third.
The Void God Stele had been used a bit frequently recently. Zi Yan would have to work hard tonight.
Han Feng put away the Void God Stele and wiped the sweat from his forehead.
In fact, he was already very close to the Tou She Ancient God's Mansion. He had roughly figured out the specific location this time.
It was deep in the Flame Lizard's nest.
It was just that Han Feng hadn't expected that there would be a peak Dou Venerate level expert among the Flame Lizard tribe.
It was probably unrealistic to want to go again in a short time.
He hadn't seen the mansion with his own eyes yet. Who knew if there would be Half-Saint or even Dou Saint level Flame Lizards existing deeper inside?
After all, it was the inheritance place of the Tou She Ancient God. The energy was rich, so it was normal for the surrounding species to be stronger.
Fortunately, the Flame Lizards couldn't survive on land, otherwise Jia Nan Academy would be in trouble.
After calming down, Han Feng felt that he should still remind Su Qian.
Ordinary Flame Lizards couldn't survive on land, but Flame Lizards above the Dou Ancestor level could probably explore the land just like humans.
In case of a Flame Lizard invasion, preparations should be made early.
"Master, you're back?"
Lin Xian'er walked into the courtyard and trotted over when she saw Han Feng.
"Master, why are you covered in sweat?"
Lin Xian'er took out a handkerchief and wiped Han Feng's forehead.
"Went for a spin in the magma world."
Han Feng said, then summoned the Sea Heart Flame and washed himself.
The outline of his fit body was revealed the moment his clothes got wet, but they dried quickly.
Lin Xian'er withdrew her hand with a slightly red face, pulled Han Feng into the house to sit down, and poured him a cup of tea.
"Master, many classmates have come to look for you recently."
Han Feng took a sip of tea.
"Looking for me?"
"Mm, many people felt that they gained a lot from your preaching this time, so some wanted to come and thank you, some wanted to ask questions, and some wanted to become your disciple..."
Han Feng smiled.
"So you've entertained them all for me?"
Lin Xian'er leaned forward and hugged Han Feng's arm.
"I just said you were busy and asked them to go back first."
Actually, she added one more sentence, specifically for those classmates who wanted to take Han Feng as their teacher.
Lin Xian'er wanted to monopolize Han Feng and didn't want others to share her master's love.
So she took the liberty of saying that she was Han Feng's closed-door disciple.
Lin Xian'er rested her head on Han Feng's shoulder, secretly watching Han Feng's profile as he drank tea.
She wondered if Master would punish her after finding out.
"What's wrong?"
Han Feng looked at Lin Xian'er, who clearly had something on her mind.
"Nothing!"
Lin Xian'er laughed.
Han Feng shook his head helplessly.
His disciple has grown up and has her own little secrets.
It seems he has to pay more attention in the future and not let Lin Xian'er go astray.
Seeing Han Feng shake his head, Lin Xian'er panicked instantly.
"Master, Master!"
She shook Han Feng's arm gently, leaning against him and shaking along.
"Xian'er was wrong."
Han Feng put down the teacup and looked at his disciple.
"What did you do wrong?"
Lin Xian'er pursed her lips and told him about the closed-door disciple matter.
Hearing this, Han Feng amusedly flicked Lin Xian'er's forehead.
"Master can't even manage you alone, how can I have the mind to accept others?"
Hearing this, Lin Xian'er was delighted.
So Master wouldn't accept anyone else as a disciple in the first place?
Han Feng looked at the distant scenery and sighed slightly.
"Xian'er, next, Master is going to do some relatively dangerous things."
"You have to start understanding how to become a true expert."
Han Feng gently stroked the top of Lin Xian'er's head.
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Lin Xian'er quietly enjoyed Han Feng's touch. She was used to growing up carefree under Han Feng's wings.
Regarding Han Feng's words, Lin Xian'er didn't think too deeply.
"Master, are you leaving again?"
Lin Xian'er asked.
Han Feng nodded.
He didn't explain anything. Xian'er was grown up now.
The master and disciple leaned together silently, tacitly not speaking.
"It's all my fault for being too weak to help Master."
Lin Xian'er whispered.
Han Feng glanced at his disciple.
"If you know, then hurry up."
But he quickly added:
"Don't be too anxious either. You are already excellent. When Master was your age, I was far worse than you."
"Really?"
Lin Xian'er was surprised.
Han Feng knocked her on the head.
"Master is the type to come from behind. What, do you look down on Master?"
Lin Xian'er lowered her head and smiled: "Xian'er wouldn't dare."
"Master, will I be more powerful than you in the future?"
Han Feng looked speechlessly at his little disciple who didn't know the immensity of heaven and earth.
"Then you have to work hard."
"If you cultivate the 'Poison Pill Method' completely, you won't be worse than me in the future."
The master and disciple enjoyed a moment of tranquility, then returned to their rooms to cultivate.
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Central Plains, Southern Region, Falling Star Pavilion.
Venerate Feng hurried back to the Sky Star Mountain Range.
Mu Qingluan notified him that something urgent had happened and he must come back quickly.
As a result, after Feng Xian entered the Falling Star Pavilion and flew all the way, he didn't find anything unusual.
He asked a few disciples along the way, and they all said nothing dangerous had happened. However, the fact that there were super strong energy fluctuations over the Star Tower before, suspected to be someone refining an eighth-grade pill, surprised Feng Xian a little.
Could it be that Feng'er is back?
Feng Xian came to the back mountain and was just about to find Mu Qingluan to ask what happened, when suddenly, a breeze blew.
The aura of an old friend made Feng Xian's heart skip a beat.
Thump, thump, thump!
Footsteps sounded from behind.
It was a very familiar rhythm.
Feng Xian's eyes slowly widened, seemingly unable to believe what he was thinking.
At this time, a voice that he had been longing for day and night came, like a breeze, brushing away all worries and longing.
"Feng Xian."
Feng Xian turned around slowly. Because he was too excited, his movements were even a bit stiff.
"Yao Chen..."
The two looked at each other. The emotions in their eyes collided at this moment, blooming like fireworks.
"I'm back."