I cultivate the Chaos Technique

Chapter 111 Preparations for Breaking Through to the Nascent Soul Stage

Standing on the banks of the Qianshui River, Zhang Yifan gazed at the shimmering water, his heart filled with countless emotions.

The arduous journey in the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons is still vivid in his mind. Every life-or-death struggle with demons and every thrilling moment of breaking through difficulties has become a valuable asset on his cultivation path.

The bloodshed of every battle and the pain of every defeat are the driving forces that keep him pushing himself to surpass himself.

He couldn't help but recall those past scenes, those nights of fierce fighting, those moments when his heart raced as he faced death, yet he always managed to pull through at the last moment.

At this moment, he could clearly feel the surging spiritual power within his body. After being tempered in the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons, his cultivation had reached the Great Perfection of the Golden Core stage, just one step away from the Nascent Soul stage.

He knew that breaking through to the Nascent Soul stage was not merely an improvement in cultivation, but also a challenge to the limits of his mind and spiritual power. Entering the Nascent Soul stage meant he would enter a completely new realm, facing even more powerful enemies and more unfathomable heavenly tribulations.

He knew that breaking through to the Nascent Soul stage was an extremely dangerous and crucial process that allowed no room for carelessness.

The formation of a nascent soul is often accompanied by drastic changes in the world, violent fluctuations in the spiritual energy of heaven and earth, and a massive surge of spiritual power. If one is not careful, one may suffer a backlash or even lose all one's vital energy.

Therefore, he must make full preparations for this, not only in terms of material resources, but more importantly, in terms of mental and spiritual refinement.

So he began searching along the banks of the Thousand River for a secluded place suitable for a breakthrough in his cultivation.

Along the way, mountains, rivers, forests, and grasslands seemed to have formed some kind of mysterious connection with him.

After several days of searching, he finally found his ideal place in a secluded valley.

That valley, seemingly isolated from the world and far removed from its hustle and bustle, was exactly the quiet place he needed at that moment.

The valley is surrounded by dense forests and towering mountains, forming a natural barrier.

There is a waterfall in the valley. The waterfall plunges down and crashes into the pool below, making a crisp and melodious sound. The water splashes and forms a series of beautiful rainbows under the refraction of sunlight.

The pool water is crystal clear, reflecting the surrounding green mountains, making it feel like a paradise.

More importantly, some rare spiritual herbs grow around the pool. These herbs emit a faint spiritual energy, which not only has a unique auxiliary effect on cultivation, but also effectively purifies the impurities of the spiritual energy of heaven and earth, providing a purer spiritual energy environment for breaking through to the Nascent Soul stage.

Each herb contains the essence of heaven and earth, absorbing the purest spiritual energy in the valley, and is full of vitality.

Zhang Yifan chose a clearing near the waterfall in the valley, intending to establish a cave dwelling there. The environment here was undoubtedly extremely suitable for secluded cultivation; the fresh air, the tranquil atmosphere, and even the sound of the waterfall seemed like a natural lullaby, allowing one to involuntarily enter a meditative state.

He first used earth magic to move the surrounding soil and rocks, creating the initial shape of the cave.

As he cast his spell, the ground began to tremble, and the earth and rocks slowly moved and piled up according to his will. Zhang Yifan's magical control was extremely powerful; his earth magic could instantly turn a rock into a pile of earth, or easily move the surrounding soil away.

He meticulously designed the layout of his cave dwelling, dividing it into different areas such as a cultivation room, a storage room, and an alchemy room. Every detail was carefully considered, taking into account not only convenience but also safety and the flow of spiritual energy.

The cultivation chamber was the heart of the entire cave dwelling. He had inscribed various defensive and spirit-gathering runes on its walls. These runes were not merely decorations; they embodied Zhang Yifan's profound understanding of spiritual energy, the result of years of accumulated experience. Every stroke was meticulously crafted based on his own cultivation level, blood and qi, and sensitivity to spiritual power. He carefully integrated these runes into every corner of the cave dwelling to enhance the cultivation chamber's ability to gather spiritual energy and minimize potential external interference.

Defensive runes can resist external interference and potential attacks, while spirit-gathering runes can continuously gather the surrounding spiritual energy into the cultivation room, providing ample spiritual power support for his breakthrough. Each time he completes a rune, his finger lightly touches it, and instantly, a strong surge of spiritual energy emerges, as if an invisible force is attracting the spiritual energy in the surrounding air, transforming it into a rich energy that gathers around him.

He meticulously organized the items in his storage ring as he arranged the storage room. He took out many precious materials he had collected during his previous adventures, including rare ores for crafting magical artifacts, spirit crystals that could enhance the speed of spiritual energy recovery, and some alchemy materials with special effects. These supplies appeared disorganized, but for Zhang Yifan, they were all essential equipment for his path to higher cultivation levels. He categorized and stored these materials, each with its specific use, so that he could quickly respond to any unexpected situations that might arise during his breakthrough process.

The alchemy room was a crucial place for him to replenish his elixir supply during his breakthrough preparation. Elixirs, especially certain special ones, were vital for breaking through to the Nascent Soul stage. He took out an alchemy furnace from his storage ring; it was a high-quality furnace that he had obtained by chance. The furnace's surface was covered with complex runes and arrays, each line containing a mysterious flow of energy. Although it was just an ordinary furnace, in Zhang Yifan's hands, it could unleash power far exceeding its original capabilities.

He began preparing the materials for alchemy, selecting some elixir formulas that would aid in breaking through to the Nascent Soul stage. One particularly important elixir was called the "Golden Essence Pill." The Golden Essence Pill possessed extremely potent medicinal power, helping cultivators concentrate their inner energy and prevent the loss of control over their spiritual power during the Nascent Soul breakthrough. The formula for this pill was extremely demanding, requiring a wide variety of medicinal herbs, including thousand-year-old ginseng, Spirit Void Grass, and Purple Flame Flower—each one incredibly precious. Even the slightest mistake could lead to failure in the alchemy process.

Zhang Yifan carefully placed the medicinal herbs into the alchemy furnace, then used fire magic to control the heat. The alchemy process requires extreme concentration; the slightest mistake could lead to failure. He watched the changes within the furnace intently, adjusting his spiritual energy output based on the color of the flames and the reactions of the herbs. Each adjustment required meticulous judgment and control, yet he maintained a clear mind, as if he had become one with the herbs, the flames, and the spiritual energy within the furnace.

After several hours of refining, the first batch of "Golden Essence Pills" was finally successfully refined. The moment the pills came out of the furnace, a rich medicinal aroma filled the entire alchemy room, and the air was filled with a refreshing scent that invigorated the spirit. At this moment, Zhang Yifan was filled with a sense of accomplishment. He knew that these pills would be a powerful support for his breakthrough to the Nascent Soul stage.

Besides the "Golden Essence Pill," he also refined several other pills to aid in breakthroughs, such as the "Mind-Concentrating Pill," which helped him maintain mental stability during the breakthrough process; and the "Meridian-Protecting Pill," which protected his meridians from damage under the impact of spiritual energy. Each pill embodied his expectations and beliefs for breakthroughs.

After completing the construction of his cave dwelling and the refining of the elixir, Zhang Yifan did not relax. He began to adjust his state, using meditation to optimize his mental state. Breaking through to the Nascent Soul stage not only requires powerful spiritual energy and ample preparation, but also a stable mental state. In this quiet valley, he closed his eyes, calmed his mind, and reflected on his cultivation path. From a novice cultivator to now facing a breakthrough to the Nascent Soul stage, the joys and sorrows along the way had become the foundation for tempering his mental state.

He sat quietly before the waterfall, listening to its sound and feeling the rhythm of nature. He emptied his mind, allowing his inner self to merge with the surrounding environment. In this state, his spiritual energy also slowly circulated, becoming purer and more concentrated, as if his body and mind had become one with the power of nature.

He continued like this for several days until he felt that his body and mind were in their best condition before he prepared to begin the formal breakthrough.