Xia Zihan, oblivious to the change in Qin Luo's expression, continued explaining to him as if she were talking to herself.
"The moment the spiritual sea is successfully gathered, it signifies a breakthrough to the first stage of the Spirit Gathering Realm. At this stage, the cultivator initially masters the ability to actively absorb the spiritual energy of heaven and earth, but the amount of spiritual energy that can be absorbed each time is relatively small, the spiritual energy stored in the sea of qi is thin, and the spiritual energy flow in the meridians is slow. Physical fitness is slightly enhanced, and strength and endurance are slightly improved."
"Upon reaching the second stage of the Spirit Gathering Realm, the speed of absorbing spiritual energy increases, spiritual energy gradually accumulates in the Qi Sea, the meridians adapt to the flow of spiritual energy, and the body's flexibility and reaction speed improve."
"Upon reaching the third stage of the Spirit Gathering Realm, one can absorb spiritual energy more efficiently, expand the capacity of the Qi Sea, and facilitate smoother flow of spiritual energy. Strength is significantly enhanced, speed is improved, and one can initially resist weaker attacks."
"This is also the first expansion of the Qi Sea in the body. After reaching the third stage of the Spirit Gathering Realm, the Qi Sea in the cultivator's body will expand to twice its size, thus being able to accommodate more spiritual energy from heaven and earth."
Upon hearing this, Qin Luo's already pale face turned even more ashen. He had thought one silver dollar would be enough to get him into serious trouble, but he never expected it to double!
Xia Zihan continued explaining.
"Upon reaching the fourth stage of the Spirit Gathering Realm, the efficiency of absorbing spiritual energy increases significantly, the abundance of spiritual energy in the Qi Sea increases, and it begins to nourish the internal organs, enhancing the body's resistance and recovery capabilities. One can easily use spiritual energy to enhance the attack power of fists and feet."
"Upon breaking through to the fifth stage of the Spirit Gathering Realm, one's spiritual energy absorption becomes rapid, the Qi Sea expands further, and spiritual energy circulates freely in the meridians. Physical fitness is comprehensively improved, and the body's strength can withstand attacks from ordinary weapons, allowing one to emit relatively weak spiritual energy waves for attacks."
"This is the second and final expansion of your internal energy sea. At this time, your energy sea will double in size again."
Qin Luo: Destroy it, I'm tired...
"When one reaches the sixth stage of the Spirit Gathering Realm, the cultivator's control over spiritual energy becomes more proficient, and the Qi Sea stores abundant spiritual energy, which can maintain the circulation of spiritual energy within the body for a long time. Strength and speed are significantly enhanced, and one can cast a simple spiritual energy defense to cover the body and protect oneself."
"At the seventh stage of the Spirit Gathering Realm, the cultivator absorbs spiritual energy at an extremely fast rate. The Qi Sea is close to saturation, and the spiritual energy begins to transform the bones, making them more solid. They can condense spiritual energy onto their weapons to enhance their attack power and further improve their defensive capabilities."
"Upon reaching the eighth stage of the Spirit Gathering Realm, cultivators can almost instantly absorb a large amount of spiritual energy, filling their Qi Sea with spiritual energy and continuously strengthening various bodily functions. They can use spiritual energy for short-term flight or rapid movement, and their spiritual energy attack methods are diversified."
"Finally, there is the ninth stage of the Spirit Gathering Realm. At this stage, the cultivator's absorption of spiritual energy from heaven and earth reaches its peak. The spiritual energy in their Qi Sea is incredibly abundant, and it is perfectly integrated into every cell of their body. Their physical strength is astonishing, and their speed is as fast as lightning. They can freely use spiritual energy to unleash powerful offensive and defensive spells."
"Because I was previously at the Spirit Vortex Realm, my body has already undergone all these enhancements, so my internal organs can temporarily withstand the use of spiritual energy. That's why I suggested that Fellow Daoist Wang Wu enter the Southern Region."
"Eh? Fellow Daoist Wang Wu, is there something you didn't quite understand? Why do you look so gloomy?"
Xia Zihan looked at his gloomy face and asked with some confusion.
"Fellow Daoist Zhao Jiu explained it very thoroughly; I just have some thoughts to share."
Qin Luo forced a smile as he answered.
"Then I won't disturb Fellow Daoist Wang Wu any longer."
Xia Zihan didn't say much about his answer. After explaining, she simply said something and turned to walk into the temple. But after taking only a few steps, a complicated expression appeared on her face. She then paused and said:
"Fellow Daoist Wang Wu, it's getting late. You should go back and rest early, since you still have a long journey ahead of you tomorrow."
After saying that, he didn't linger and quickly walked into the temple.
Qin Luo, oblivious to this oddity, was feeling miserable about his elusive path of cultivation.
After a long while, Qin Luo finally came to his senses and sighed helplessly. Since it was already set in stone, he could fill the Qi Sea, even if it was as wide as the Pacific Ocean!
Thinking of this, he began to circulate the Myriad Phenomena Return to One Technique. He figured he'd fill in as much as he could, Qin Luo thought helplessly.
But soon he sensed something was wrong. The purple spiritual energy in his body began to spread out from his dantian and then spread throughout his entire body.
He could feel his entire body being slowly improved under the nourishment of this spiritual energy. His meridians, internal organs, and bones were all being nourished by the spiritual energy in an equal manner.
"But I remember Xia Zihan just said that nurturing can only be done when you reach different stages in the Spirit Gathering Realm? How come I started it at the first stage of the Spirit Gathering Realm?"
Qin Luo began to doubt Xia Zihan's words, but then he thought that she had no reason to deceive him, and it wouldn't do her any good.
"Could it be thanks to the 'All Things Return to One' technique?"
To verify his thoughts, Qin Luo stretched out his palm and began to circulate the Purple Star Breaker he had just obtained.
Instantly, streams of purple spiritual energy surged out from his dantian and converged in his hand into a dazzling purple sphere.
"I was right. It seems my technique can break through the limitations of the Spirit Gathering Realm. You should know that the ball of spiritual energy in my hand can only be gathered at the fifth level of the Spirit Gathering Realm."
Qin Luo looked at the Purple Star Broken in his hand and said calmly. Then, with a thought, the purple light sphere instantly transformed into countless dazzling purple rays of light, shooting towards a large tree in the distance.
With a few soft popping sounds, the center of the tree was covered with countless tiny holes.
"Not bad." Qin Luo nodded with slight satisfaction, and then began to concentrate on absorbing the spiritual energy between heaven and earth. After all, even a small mosquito is still meat.
Moreover, Xia Zihan has now broken through to the Spirit Gathering Realm, and without elixirs, there is unlikely to be any further breakthroughs in the short term. Now, he can only place his hopes on that cave dwelling, hoping that the opportunities inside will satisfy him.
Early the next morning, Qin Luo stopped cultivating, stretched his body at the entrance of the temple, and then quietly waited for Xia Zihan.
He didn't have to wait long; soon Xia Zihan, dressed as a man, appeared in front of him.
It has to be said that her disguise was really convincing. Not only was her Adam's apple slightly protruding, but her chest was also surprisingly flat. If it weren't for the system's prompt, Qin Luo might not have been able to discover her fake identity.
"Fellow Daoist Wang Wu, now that we're ready, let's set sail."
Xia Zihan nodded slightly when she saw that he had gotten up so early in the morning, and then started walking towards the Southern Region. Qin Luo followed closely behind.
And so, the two began a new round of their journey...
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