Jade Dynasty: Heaven-Defying Comprehension

"Master, Two Sleeves of Green Snakes doesn't have any strict cultivation requirements. As long as one's comprehension and talent are sufficient, practically anyone can succeed in practicing it," Ji Changfeng said with a smile.

"I'll head back later and write down the cultivation method."

"Then we can place it in the Technique Hall of our Great Bamboo Peak, so all the Senior Brothers can try cultivating it."

He didn't mind sharing the sword technique.

After all, having joined Great Bamboo Peak, he was now part of the family.

Contributing something was only natural.

Besides…

Whether Song Daren and the others could successfully cultivate it was another matter entirely.

Ji Changfeng had just made it clear: while Two Sleeves of Green Snakes had no strict barriers, it required sufficient comprehension and talent.

Without those, one could practice for a lifetime and still fail.

"Excellent! Truly worthy of being my disciple, Tian Buyi!" Tian Buyi exclaimed, visibly surprised by Ji Changfeng's generosity.

After all, this was a unique sword technique!

When he'd shamelessly asked earlier, he hadn't held much hope.

But Two Sleeves of Green Snakes was just too enticing.

Even someone with a low cultivation base, like Ji Changfeng at the second layer of Jade Purity, could perform it with impressive power!

If Song Daren and the others could master it, they'd surely secure a good ranking at the Seven Peaks Tournament in a few years.

"You lot, why aren't you thanking your Junior Brother?" Tian Buyi shot a glance at Song Daren and the others.

At his words, Song Daren and the group of senior brothers grinned and bowed to Ji Changfeng. "Many thanks, Seventh Junior Brother!"

There was no trace of jealousy in their demeanor.

On the contrary, they seemed delighted.

Heh heh heh. With Seventh Junior Brother around, we'll have someone to share shi niang's assessments!

"No need for thanks, Senior Brothers," Ji Changfeng said with a smile.

He quite liked the personalities of Song Daren and the others.

How to put it?

Tian Buyi had a keen eye for disciples, choosing those who were honest and straightforward.

At the very least, their presence ensured Great Bamboo Peak didn't devolve into the scheming atmosphere of other peaks.

"Old Seventh, there's no rush to write the cultivation method. Come with me for a moment; I have something to discuss," Tian Buyi said.

"Yes, Master." Ji Changfeng nodded slightly.

He felt a flicker of surprise. Something to discuss? What could it be?

With curiosity swirling in his mind, Ji Changfeng followed Tian Buyi to the backyard of the Serenity Hall.

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"Sit," Tian Buyi said, gesturing to a meditation cushion nearby.

"Thank you, Master." Ji Changfeng nodded and sat down casually.

Tian Buyi's face softened with a faint smile.

He appreciated Ji Changfeng's carefree nature.

Or perhaps… it was because Ji Changfeng reminded him of someone.

An old friend.

"Old Seventh, this is the cultivation method for the third layer of Jade Purity. Study it carefully, and come to me if you have any questions," Tian Buyi said, handing over a small booklet.

"Yes, Master." Ji Changfeng accepted it.

His heart swelled with emotion.

Finally, I have the complete cultivation method for Tai Chi Mysterious Clarity Dao.

Indeed, the core of Tai Chi Mysterious Clarity Dao consisted of only three layers, corresponding to the first three layers of Jade Purity.

Starting from the fourth layer, there was no systematic method to follow. Everything depended on personal insight.

This was why so many Qingyun disciples stalled at the third layer, unable to break through.

Their comprehension simply wasn't enough.

"Old Seventh, when you break through to the fourth layer of Jade Purity, be sure to let me know," Tian Buyi added.

"Is there something you need me to do, Master?" Ji Changfeng asked, curious.

"Nothing specific." Tian Buyi waved a hand dismissively. "Your Sect Leader Senior Brother mentioned a while back that once you reach the fourth layer, you should visit Tongtian Peak. He probably wants to meet you."

"Sect Leader Senior Brother?" Ji Changfeng's expression turned thoughtful.

The mention of Daoxuan Zhenren immediately brought to mind Wan Jianyi from the Ancestral Shrine.

Could it be…

Ji Changfeng had a hunch but didn't dwell on it.

No point overthinking. I'll deal with it when the time comes.

He set the matter aside.

Noticing a desk nearby with paper and ink, Ji Changfeng bowed slightly to Tian Buyi. "Master, since you have paper and ink here, why don't I just write down the cultivation method for Two Sleeves of Green Snakes now?"

"Alright." Tian Buyi nodded.

Ji Changfeng approached the desk, picked up a brush, dipped it in ink, and began writing on the blank paper.

In no time, the cultivation method for Two Sleeves of Green Snakes was complete.

Tian Buyi, who had been watching from behind, saw his expression shift from calm to solemn in less than three minutes.

"This sword technique's cultivation difficulty…" Tian Buyi's mouth twitched. "It's a bit high."

Didn't Ji Changfeng say that anyone with a bit of talent and comprehension could practice it?

With his Upper Purity cultivation and decent comprehension, even Tian Buyi could only grasp the subtleties of Two Sleeves of Green Snakes with difficulty.

If Song Daren and the others tried to learn it…

They'd probably need a decade or more to make any progress.

Tian Buyi rubbed his temples, a headache forming.

As expected, a monstrous genius's idea of an "ordinary person" is completely different from what normal people understand…

"Master, I'll take my leave now," Ji Changfeng said, unaware of Tian Buyi's thoughts. Having finished writing, he prepared to depart.

"Go on, go on." Tian Buyi waved him off.

He returned to studying the cultivation method on the desk, occasionally scratching his head in frustration…

He was so engrossed that he didn't even notice Su Ru enter the room.

"Buyi, what are you looking at?" Su Ru's gentle voice broke through his focus.

"Hm?" Tian Buyi snapped out of his reverie.

He turned to Su Ru and pointed at the desk. "Junior Sister, take a look at the cultivation method Old Seventh wrote."

"Let me see." Su Ru stepped beside him and carefully examined the text.

The more she read, the more shocked she became.

This… This is what Old Seventh calls "not difficult"? Something anyone can cultivate?!

Su Ru considered her comprehension to be quite high, yet even she could only grasp a fraction of the method's intricacies.

If someone of her Upper Purity caliber struggled, what hope did Song Daren and those Jade Purity "blockheads" have?

"This…" A helpless smile spread across Su Ru's delicate face.

As expected, a monstrous genius can't be compared to ordinary talents.

"Alas… It seems Daren and the others don't have the fortune to learn this," Tian Buyi said, though inwardly he was thrilled.

Old Seventh's comprehension is just too damn incredible!

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Meanwhile, Ji Changfeng returned to his small courtyard.

He was ready to begin cultivating the third layer of Jade Purity.

During his earlier spar with Su Ru, he'd wanted to try Sword Opens Heaven's Gate, but his low cultivation made it impossible to execute.

It probably requires at least the eighth or ninth layer of Jade Purity to fully perform.

Additionally, while Ji Changfeng had improved Tai Chi Mysterious Clarity Dao, he had no intention of revealing it yet.

Why?

At only the second layer of Jade Purity, announcing such a feat would draw too much attention.

Cultivating an existing technique was one thing, but improving a technique created by predecessors? That was another matter entirely.

Being a fast learner was fine.

But improving a technique shortly after starting cultivation? That was outrageously heaven-defying.

So, Ji Changfeng decided to wait until his cultivation was higher before sharing his improvements.

That way, he could avoid unnecessary trouble.

"Phew…" Ji Changfeng took a deep breath.

He spread out the cultivation method for the third layer of Tai Chi Mysterious Clarity Dao and began studying it carefully.

[You have studied the cultivation method for the third layer of Tai Chi Mysterious Clarity Dao, discerned its flaws, and made improvements—you have perfected the third layer!]

His heaven-defying comprehension triggered.

A mysterious aura began to emanate from Ji Changfeng's body.

Enlightenment!

He was entering a state of enlightenment again!

Without realizing it, Ji Changfeng began cultivating the third layer of Jade Purity…

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