A Feng Shui Master’s Guide to Cultivation

Chen Xiao was a Feng Shui master before his death. He changed his fate to save his master, but died of old age.

When he opened his eyes, he came to a world of immortal cultivation where there...

Chapter 124 First Disciple

When the new dynasty was established, although Shen Yanxing did not fight on the front line, he also worked hard to make plans in the rear. However, as the number of vassals increased, even this role as a staff member was replaced by cultivators with cultivation.

After the rebellion was pacified, the new king rewarded his brothers according to their merits. His brothers were all given titles and fiefs, but he was left in the palace because he had no cultivation. Without cultivation, there was no future. He didn't even have the opportunity to defend a place like his brothers and cultivate his own power. Everyone thought that the new king loved him the most, but they didn't know that Shen Yanxing was abandoned in disguise, and he just ate and waited for death every day.

Shen Yanxing was depressed, but finally came to his senses. Everyone has their own way of living, and there is no need for him to lose confidence. He seriously lived a life of luxury and even developed a hobby of collecting antiques and jade. As long as it did not affect the royal family, no one cared what Shen Yanxing did. Rather than saying that Shen Yanxing was traveling this time, it would be better to say that he was depressed and came out to relax.

After recounting the past, Shen Yanxing said earnestly, "I don't want to waste my life like this. I originally wanted to delve into a subject and write a book. I want to leave my name in history and have a chance to come to this world. I chose antiques and jades before, but after I saw Feng Shui, I fell in love with it even more." After a pause, Shen Yanxing's face showed a request, "Master Chen, please don't despise my stupidity and teach me the Feng Shui technique." Although Feng Shui is an auxiliary way, it can be related to the world of immortal cultivation. Shen Yanxing was still unwilling to give up. If he failed to become an immortal, he would be satisfied with the second best.

Chen Xiao said in embarrassment: "I have only studied Feng Shui for a few short years, and I haven't even fully comprehended it, so how can I be your master?"

His words made Shen Yanxing unable to hide his disappointment. Shen Yanxing was very well-mannered. He did not want to lose his composure, so he tried to persuade him: "The master is the wisest. Master Chen's knowledge is enough to be my master. I know that my lack of spiritual talent is my shortcoming, and I cannot inherit the tradition of Feng Shui. I can only follow Master Chen and learn some basic knowledge, and I will be satisfied."

Shen Yanxing's dim eyes contained expectation and pleading, which reminded Chen Xiao that he once thought that ordinary people had no way out, but in the end he still found a way to cultivate immortality with the help of Feng Shui.

Shen Yanxing was no different from him, the only thing he lacked was a compass to replace his spiritual root. This made Chen Xiao sympathize with him. Sometimes, a change of thought is enough to change a person's life.

After thinking about it, Chen Xiao said slowly: "You are so sincere, and it would be unkind of me to refuse you. However, I am still far from knowledgeable at this moment, and if I really accept you, I don't know how many years it will take for you to graduate."

Seeing that he was somewhat relenting, Shen Yanxing was overjoyed and said, "Master Chen is too modest. With your Feng Shui, you will sooner or later be able to attain the Great Dao and overcome the calamity to become an immortal. I do not seek to become your apprentice, I only seek the opportunity to learn under your tutelage."

Chen Xiao smiled faintly: "I accept your good words. However, I am only in the Body Refining Stage now. As a prince, it will not be good for your reputation if you join my sect. How about this, I will teach you for the time being, and when my cultivation level is higher, I will officially let you join. You don't have to call me Master, just call me Teacher."

Shen Yanxing was overjoyed and immediately performed a proper disciple's salute: "Disciple greets the teacher."

The incident happened suddenly, and Chen Xiao had nothing to teach him. So he asked Shen Yanxing to go back first and come back in five days.

After Shen Yan left, Chen Xiao let out a long sigh and leaned back in his chair. After a while, Xi Yunting came to his yard.

"Brother Xiao, I heard that you accepted Shen Yanxing as your disciple. Is this true?"

Chen Xiao jumped up and asked Xi Yunting to sit aside to talk. He nodded: "Shen Yanxing sincerely wants to learn Feng Shui from me. Now that I have become a Feng Shui master, I can't let it become a lost art. Naturally, I have to pass it on to disciples and establish a sect. But I think that I will establish a sect after I have a higher level of cultivation and reputation, at least the reputation of a master. Doing this now will only make the world think that I am frivolous and arrogant. Brother, am I overestimating my ability by accepting an apprentice now?"

Xi Yunting said, "Brother Xiao, you misunderstood. Founding a sect has nothing to do with passing on unique skills." Chen Xiao looked at him puzzled, and Xi Yunting patiently said to him, "There are many independent cultivators in the world of immortal cultivation, and most of them are taught by one person. Even if these people don't have a sect, don't they also accept disciples to pass on their skills? A sect cannot rely on just three or five people. It must not only have a reputation and a legacy that can be continued, but also a mountain gate, assets, and many disciples."

Chen Xiao said, "I understand."

Xi Yunting said: "Whether a sect can survive and grow depends on excellent disciples. Since you are determined to establish a sect, it is not too early to start preparing now. From now on, you should look for suitable candidates and list them as apprentices."

Chen Xiao breathed a sigh of relief and said with a smile: "It seems that Big Brother agrees that I should accept Shen Yanxing?"

Xi Yunting nodded in affirmation: "That's right. And accepting Shen Yanxing will be of great help to Brother Xiao."

Chen Xiao was a little surprised and asked, "What's the benefit?"

Xi Yunting said: "Although he has no title, his influence as a prince cannot be underestimated. He can improve the status and influence of Feng Shui masters in the Gengsheng Small Heaven Realm. If Shen Yanxing can achieve success in his studies in the future, ordinary people in the aristocratic families will consider investing in Feng Shui. The more Feng Shui masters there are, the more stable Xiaodi's status will be. It will be more beneficial for establishing a sect."

Chen Xiao was enlightened after hearing Xi Yunting's words. In the past, he and his master could support a sect, and the Dongyu Sect was passed down from generation to generation. So Chen Xiao thought about establishing a Feng Shui sect in this world, but he thought it was simple, thinking that he could just accept a few disciples like in his previous life. With Xi Yunting's guidance, he understood the correct way to establish a sect in the world of immortal cultivation.

Chen Xiao couldn't help but smile at Xi Yunting and said, "Luckily, I have big brother by my side, otherwise I don't know how many detours I would have to take. Forget about establishing a sect, it would be good enough if I wasn't regarded as a wild and casual cultivator. Big brother is really my mentor and helpful friend."

Xi Yunting looked at him with an especially gentle gaze: "I don't dare to be Xiao's mentor, but being able to help as a good friend is also my duty as a big brother."

Xi Yunting looked at Chen Xiao and felt a little embarrassed. He touched his nose and said, "I thought that big brother didn't like Shen Yanxing and would object to me taking him as a student."

Every time Shen Yanxing came, Xi Yunting's face was very cold. Chen Xiao was not stupid, of course he could see that Xi Yunting was not welcome. In the previous few times, Xi Yunting accompanied him to entertain guests, but in the past two days, he was in a state of not seeing him and not being annoyed. Chen Xiao was very confused and could not find the reason why Xi Yunting was so disgusted.

This time when Xi Yunting talked about Shen Yanxing, his tone was no longer cold. Although his attitude could not be called fondness, it could be called ordinary.

Xi Yunting paused for a moment before saying, "I don't dislike it, it's just that big brother is naturally like this, and he is good at entertaining outsiders. After Shen Yanxing became Xiao's apprentice, he became Xiao's first disciple. Xiao and I are brothers, so naturally I am considered as the uncle. As the master, I should take care of him."

Chen Xiao was somewhat surprised. Before, Shen Yanxing was considered an outsider, but after becoming Chen Xiao's apprentice, he could be considered a junior and became one of his own. Xi Yunting was no longer aloof and his attitude became friendly.

If Chongxuan's nephews heard this, they would be dumbfounded. How come they had never felt this warmth like a spring breeze before? When they were with Xi Yunting, they could only feel the chill of cold. I have to say that this heart is too biased!

In his previous life, due to his physical condition, Chen Xiao accepted apprentices but never taught them seriously. These apprentices only worshipped him as their master because they were curious about Feng Shui masters or had other needs, and none of them intended to make this their career.

Chen Xiao didn't care that these disciples were not pious. He chose these people just so that after he died, someone would take care of Master Fang Gu instead of him. Fang Gu could just make a phone call and call someone to do his bidding when he needed them.

This time, Shen Yanxing was different. He could be said to be his first true disciple. To take on the responsibility of being the first disciple, one must teach with all one's heart and at least master a solid foundation. Recalling how Master Fang Gu had devoted himself to the cause, Chen Xiao felt that he would do things according to that standard.

Chen Xiao locked himself in the room for five days and five nights without coming out. He combined what he had learned in his previous life with the specific conditions of this world and compiled a book called "New Feng Shui Introduction". It contains most of the terms of Feng Shui, basic theories, and all the Feng Shui cases he has worked on.

Chen Xiao had put a lot of effort into this book. When he handed the book to Shen Yanxing, his face turned pale. Shen Yanxing held the thick book with the scent of ink and bowed solemnly. Shen Yanxing had never thought that Chen Xiao would compile the textbook for him so seriously. He was so moved that his eyes were red.

"I will work hard and never let my teacher down."

Chen Xiao smiled: "It's not enough to just learn the book thoroughly, you have to remember to combine it with reality. If you have the time and energy, you can visit more places and see the cases with your own eyes, so that you can have a deeper understanding."

Shen Yanxing bowed his head and said, "Disciple will follow your instructions."

It is not enough to read the book by yourself without someone to explain it to you. So Shen Yanxing simply moved into the place where Chen Xiao rented a few books, and asked Chen Xiao for help when he encountered something he did not understand.

On this day, the elusive Tang Ru came to find Chen Xiao with a serious face. It was the first time that Shen Yanxing saw a minority group like the dwarves, and he couldn't help but take a curious look at them.

Tang Ru was preoccupied. He ignored Shen Yanxing who was watching and said directly to Chen Xiao, "Chen Xiao, I need your help. Tong Nuonuo and I found clues about the evil cultivator, but the two of us are not enough."