After making his acquaintance and joining the Divine Fire Villa.
During this time.
The relationship between the two became increasingly close, and their interactions more frequent.
Under Dongfang Guyue's guidance, Liu Chang'an finally took the first step on his path to cultivation.
"The first step in cultivation lies in entering deep meditation to cultivate magic power. The second step, the most crucial one, is object manipulation. The third step..."
Dongfang Guyue elaborated slowly, explaining every stage in meticulous detail.
It must be said.
The other party was truly responsible.
Every time, Dongfang Guyue taught by personal example and verbal instruction, never holding anything back.
He was very generous.
Even the Divine Fire Art, a foundational family technique, he was willing to impart completely, without reservation.
It showed the high hopes he placed on Liu Chang'an.
Another few days passed.
Dongfang Guyue noticed that the figure under the big tree had been cultivating for three days and three nights, with no sign of waking up.
Seeing this, Dongfang Guyue couldn't help but sigh inwardly.
The path of cultivation.
Relied too much on innate talent.
Some people could cultivate Qi at three years old and manipulate objects at seven.
But some people could only stay at the Qi refining level their whole lives.
Although Brother Han was outstanding.
He started practicing too late.
Ten years old was not too old, but it was certainly not young either.
Dongfang Guyue himself started at three and diligently practiced for twelve years to achieve his current realm.
As for Brother Han starting at ten, his starting point alone was already far behind those noble family disciples.
He came to check on him for three consecutive days.
Just before dawn on the third day.
He finally saw Liu Chang'an get up.
Seeing this, Dongfang Guyue immediately stepped forward and comforted him gently: "Brother Han, don't be discouraged if you haven't cultivated your magic power."
"Back when your elder brother first started cultivating, it took a full two months of hard practice just to condense a single wisp of magic power."
"You've only been at it for three days. It's completely normal not to have cultivated magic power yet. The path of cultivation doesn't only rely on talent; perseverance is just as important."
He spoke softly and sincerely.
As his first important partner and a rare soulmate in his life.
Dongfang Guyue naturally didn't want to see the other party become discouraged and dispirited because of this.
However.
After listening to Dongfang Guyue's words, Liu Chang'an was silent for a moment.
Then, raising his hand.
He asked softly.
"Magic power?"
"Big Brother, are you talking about this thing?"
Though extremely faint, Dongfang Guyue clearly detected it.
The trace of magic power flowing at the tip of the other party's finger.
Wait!
Magic power?
"You... how do you suddenly have magic power?"
Dongfang Guyue was dumbfounded.
Liu Chang'an retracted the faint wisp of magic power and answered calmly: "Didn't you teach me, Big Brother? The first step of cultivation is to enter meditation and draw in the spiritual energy of the world, which is then tempered and transformed into magic power that humans can utilize."
"I... I taught you?!"
Dongfang Guyue's mind stalled.
He suddenly realized.
Three days ago, he had personally confirmed that the other party had never practiced any cultivation technique.
And he had been the one personally teaching him these past few days.
His heart shook.
He suddenly realized a startling possibility.
The other party had cultivated magic power.
Had it only taken him three days, all told?
If he hadn't seen it with his own eyes, he would find it unbelievable.
One must know.
Back then, when he was cultivating in the blessed land of the Dongfang Spirit Clan in Aolai Kingdom, in an environment with extremely abundant spiritual energy, it still took him two and a half months to cultivate his first wisp of magic power.
And the person in front of him.
Had only taken three days?!!
Watching Dongfang Guyue's shocked expression, almost as if he were questioning reality.
Liu Chang'an looked vaguely understanding, as if he had grasped something.
Three days...
Was that still too fast for a cultivation speed?
If he let the other party know that he had actually cultivated his magic power the very first day he started, the moment the spiritual energy completed its first minor circulation.
Wouldn't Dongfang Guyue's Dao Heart shatter even more?
To avoid further demoralizing him, Liu Chang'an thought about it carefully and ultimately decided to let the three-day claim stand.
But even just three days was enough to make the future Fire God, who would create the Divine Fire Villa single-handedly.
Dongfang Guyue feel somewhat depressed.
The other party: three days.
Himself: two and a half months.
As the saying goes, no comparison, no harm.
Dongfang Guyue did not know that Liu Chang'an's cultivation was so fast not because his talent was astonishing, but entirely because of the influence of his natal magic treasure, the Small Green Bottle.
Furthermore, with his Innate Divine Strength, he had already unblocked his main meridians.
Once such a person embarked on the path of cultivation, it was like sailing with the current, completely unimpeded.
"Brother Han's cultivation talent is truly unprecedented and unmatched."
Although they had known each other for many days.
Every time, Liu Chang'an could always give him a new surprise.
He had truly stumbled upon a treasure this time.
Therefore, he became even more dedicated to teaching by personal example and verbal instruction.
In less than half a month.
Liu Chang'an gained an incredibly clear understanding of the cultivation system in the Fox Spirit world.
Body (Tǐ)!
Skill (Jì)!
Mind (Xīn)!
These were the three core components of the cultivation system in this world.
In simple terms.
"Body" refers to the total amount of magic power or demon power. Longevity-rich monster races naturally hold an advantage here.
"Skill" refers to supernatural abilities, spells, and the mastery and proficiency of various techniques.
"Mind" relates to the utilization of magic treasures, as well as the power of the spirit, emotions, and other psychological aspects.
Monsters, with their long lifespans, often hold the advantage in Body and Skill.
Although humans have short lifespans, they are more adept at utilizing magic treasures, using the power of the Mind to compensate for their deficiencies in Body and Skill, thereby achieving a balance to contend with the monster race.
Although it sounded somewhat obscure at first, Liu Chang'an gradually understood the deeper meaning hidden in Dongfang Guyue's words.
Cultivation alone was not enough.
If the human race was to compete with the monster race, they must also rely on external objects, namely powerful magic treasures, to secure their place.
"Brother Han."
"Keep up the good work; I have high hopes for your future." Dongfang Guyue patted Liu Chang'an's shoulder, his eyes full of expectation.
Liu Chang'an nodded solemnly, his attitude humble: "Big Brother is right. I will surely work even harder in the future."
Neither arrogant nor impatient.
Calm and composed.
People said a young man should be high-spirited, but Dongfang Guyue saw none of that in Brother Han.
He simply gave off a sense of being extremely steady.
Steady as an old dog.
This temperament secretly impressed Dongfang Guyue.
...
In the following days, the two spent time together day and night and became very close.
In just over half a month, they forged a deep friendship.
However, all good things must come to an end.
Dongfang Guyue longed to travel the world, broaden his knowledge, and establish a powerful family.
What Liu Chang'an sought, however, was stability.
It would be best to find a quiet, secluded corner with no disturbance and enter seclusion to cultivate.
Cultivate for a few decades before emerging.
Although Dongfang Guyue intended to invite Liu Chang'an to travel with him and make a name for themselves in this chaotic world.
Liu Chang'an was devoted to stability and unwilling to step into the limelight.
The path Dongfang Guyue was taking was too dazzling; it was a path that would be exposed to everyone's eyes.
Such dazzling brilliance could certainly lead to temporary glory.
But a brief flash in the pan.
Was not what Liu Chang'an desired.
After declining several times, Dongfang Guyue had no choice but to embark on his journey alone.
The sun set in the west. In the bamboo pavilion by the Huai River, the two said their final goodbyes.
"After this parting, I wonder when we will meet again..."
"Brother Han, take care." Dongfang Guyue cupped his fists and bowed, looking back repeatedly as he walked away.
Looking at the lonely figure receding under the sunset, Liu Chang'an also said sincerely: "Goodbye, Big Brother. We two brothers will surely meet again."
"That day won't be too far off."
A gentle breeze blew.
The bamboo forest by the Huai River rustled, and the bamboo leaves fluttered, as if playing a farewell melody
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