Chapter 121

He smiled, then flew into the sky, surprising everyone.

Boom! A bolt of lightning struck him, causing everyone to tense.

But a green light enveloped him, easily deflecting the lightning. Zhang Sanfeng’s eyes widened in surprise.

Ning Changge had once gained enlightenment during a thunderstorm, creating two techniques: the Kui Wood Green Primordial Shield and the Jade Pivot Heavenly Thunder Technique. He had often meditated during thunderstorms since, though he hadn’t created new thunder techniques.

Now, inspiration struck again, with all conditions in his favor.

Another thunder dragon struck, seemingly punishing Ning Changge for his audacity. Ning Changge flicked his finger, releasing a terrifying deep purple lightning bolt. The two bolts collided and dissipated, leaving everyone in awe, even Zhang Sanfeng.

Ning Changge’s eyes shone brightly as new insights into thunder techniques filled his mind. “The heavens have Five Elements and Five Thunders: Heavenly Thunder, Earthly Thunder, Water Thunder, Dragon Thunder, and Sheling Thunder!”

“The Five Thunders also divide into Yin and Yang, forming Ten Thunders: Jade Pivot Thunder, Divine Firmament Thunder, Great Cavern Thunder, Immortal Capital Thunder, North Pole Thunder, Supreme Unity Thunder, Purple Mansion Thunder, Jade Dawn Thunder, Supreme Firmament Thunder, and Taiji Thunder.”

“I previously created the Jade Pivot Heavenly Thunder, not knowing it was part of the Yin-Yang division. And Heavenly Thunder and Earthly Thunder correspond to the Yin-Yang of heaven and earth.”

Zhang Sanfeng’s lecture had given him new insights into the Five Elements, heaven and earth, and Yin-Yang, which he applied to thunder techniques. Ning Changge couldn’t help but laugh. Facing another bolt of lightning, he flicked his finger again, releasing a pale purple lightning bolt.

“This is the Divine Firmament Heavenly Thunder!”

He then rapidly formed hand seals, releasing various lightning bolts, each with terrifying power, overshadowing the natural lightning. Song Yuanqiao and the others were stunned, barely able to keep up.

They saw four types of lightning: deep purple, pale purple, deep green, and pale green.

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System Prompt:

[You gain insights into the relationship between thunder and Yin-Yang during the lecture. You practice and verify these insights, discovering that the Jade Pivot Heavenly Thunder is Yang. You create the Immortal Dao technique, Divine Firmament Heavenly Thunder!]

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[You create the Jade Pivot Heavenly Thunder and Divine Firmament Heavenly Thunder, understanding Yin-Yang thunders. You further create the Immortal Dao techniques, Great Cavern Earthly Thunder and Immortal Capital Earthly Thunder!]

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In one night of enlightenment, Ning Changge created three new thunder techniques, achieving a small mastery in thunder techniques.

With the completion of Heavenly and Earthly Thunders, his divine abilities grew even more powerful. He descended from the sky, landing before the astonished Zhang Sanfeng and the Seven Heroes of Wudang, feeling joyful.

He bowed again, “Thank you, Master, for your guidance, which helped me comprehend thunder techniques.”

Zhang Sanfeng’s mouth opened slightly, then he shook his head with a wry smile, “I merely explained the basics. Your insights are due to your own talent.”

Even though he was accustomed to his junior disciple’s extraordinary talent, he was still amazed each time. It was like explaining elementary math to someone, only for them to solve a world-class problem. The impact was indescribable. But Zhang Sanfeng felt more pride and admiration than anything else. With such a talented disciple, what regrets could he have in life?

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After Zhang Sanfeng emerged from seclusion, Ning Changge’s life didn’t change much. He continued to study the Dao and read scriptures in the Sutra Pavilion.

Zhang Sanfeng, having just become a Land Immortal, also needed to consolidate his cultivation. However, there was one change. Zhang Sanfeng enjoyed playing with Jin Ling. Knowing the little monkey’s formidable combat abilities, he often sparred with him, calling it “guidance.”

He felt he might not be able to defeat Ning Changge, so he used Jin Ling as a sparring partner. Ning Changge could only shake his head and laugh at his master’s antics, like an old child. For instance, Zhang Sanfeng was now drinking spiritual tea handed to him by Jin Ling, sighing,

“CHANGGE, THIS TEA IS EXCELLENT!”

Ning Changge couldn’t help but laugh, knowing his master’s little scheme. The spiritual tea tree had improved significantly over the past year, both in taste and efficacy.

Zhang Sanfeng was clearly too embarrassed to ask directly, so he made such comments. Ning Changge waved his hand, and several packets of tea appeared before Zhang Sanfeng.

“These are reserved for you, Master. But use them sparingly; the next batch will take some time.”

Zhang Sanfeng’s eyes lit up. “How can I take your things?” he said righteously, but his hands quickly stashed the tea away.

“Do you need anything else, Master? I need to study the Dao,” Ning Changge said, raising the scripture in his hand, signaling the end of the conversation.

Zhang Sanfeng laughed, “Changge, I heard you have five spiritual swords. Lend me one. I’m planning to visit some old friends, and my old weapon can’t handle my true power anymore.”

Ning Changge didn’t hesitate. “Choose whichever you like, Master.”

Zhang Sanfeng pointed to the Bi Shui Sword, “This one suits my Taiji true power.”

Ning Changge smiled, “Take it, Master. I’ll forge a new one for you later.” It was a small matter for him. Song Yuanqiao and the others had the Seven Star Swords, so making a suitable sword for his master was no big deal.

Satisfied, Zhang Sanfeng left the Sutra Pavilion, smiling. Ning Changge shook his head and continued reading, not suspecting anything. Zhang Sanfeng called Song Yuanqiao and the others, announcing his intention to visit friends. He declined their offer to accompany him, gave a few instructions, and left Wudang alone.

But once he left Wudang, his cheerful demeanor turned cold.

“Dare to bully my disciple and talk about karma? Hmph! Do you think I’m easy to bully?” He hadn’t borrowed the sword to visit friends. He was going to settle scores!

Note: The Bi Shui Sword (碧水剑) is one of the Five Elements Spiritual Swords, representing the element of water.