Chapter 36: Chapter 34: Small Cloud Rain Technique Perfection Ji An’s mind was shaken, instantly realizing that it must be a special transformation caused by the Small Cloud Rain Technique. He immediately sank his mind into his dantian, connecting with the Stone Turtle. [Master: Ji An] [Dao Rhyme: 0] [Spiritual Mechanism: Kan Spirit 0.8, Kun Spirit 0.3, Xun Spirit 0.1] [Magic Technique: Small Cloud Rain Technique (Perfection 1%) Thick Earth Technique (Great Success 66%) Life and Death Technique (Great Success 25%) Flame Fire Spell (Mastery 53%) Sharp Gold Technique (Minor Achievement 69%)] The Small Cloud Rain Technique indeed reached the level of perfection. Ji An laughed heartily three times, then began to ponder calmly. Kan, within the Five Elements represents water, symbolizing flow, change, purification, and nourishment. The special aura contained within the Spirit Rain just now should be a manifestation of the property of nurturing all things with water. However, it was unexpected that the Small Cloud Rain Technique at the realm of perfection could actually accelerate the growth of Spirit Valley Talisman Grass. Li Changfeng said that once a magic technique reaches the realm of perfection it is akin to the Dao, which he previously did not believe, but now he does! With this thought, he was extremely excited. Practicing Planting Technique to perfection allows a glimpse of the Five Elements True Intent, so what would he comprehend if he practiced the Small Cloud Rain Technique to true perfection? However, his heated heart soon calmed down, wondering if his rapid progress in magic techniques would attract the attention of those with ill intentions. He now understood that great success in magic techniques and perfection were two entirely different concepts, hence this concern arose. However, with the Stone Turtle residing in his Qi Sea Acupoint, it should theoretically remain undetected. He had faced Foundation Establishment cultivators before, and they were completely unaware, which confirmed this belief. 𝓯𝓻𝓮𝙚𝙬𝓮𝙗𝒏𝙤𝒗𝙚𝙡.𝒄𝒐𝓶 Therefore, as long as he has a reasonable explanation, he can disclose his comprehension of perfection-level techniques to the outside world. From the sect’s various rules and regulations, it seems that the higher-ups are indeed willing to nurture talented disciples. It makes sense too; for the sect to thrive against numerous competitors after relocating to the Western Continent, if there were any internal conspiracies, how could they withstand the external storms?! The area where the sect resides is a buffer zone for war, and the higher-ups must be well aware that under external pressure, internal unity is imperative, otherwise they’d have disbanded long ago. Ji An made a decision; if he can find a reasonable explanation, he will reveal his comprehension of the perfection-level Small Cloud Rain Technique. Displaying talent will certainly earn him special training opportunities, not to mention the chance to cultivate atop a spiritual vein, which would be highly beneficial. The Stone Turtle would absorb more Spiritual Mechanism, making greater use of his Golden Finger. With this thought, Ji An took out the Talisman Bird, hastily infused it with spiritual power, and when it grew larger, eagerly mounted it, flying towards Jade Water Marketplace. Among the people he knew, Wei Songnian was the most knowledgeable, making him the perfect person to inquire about such matters. It was still morning, and Wei Songnian was likely not at the market yet, but Ji An’s impatience drove him to go before noon. The Talisman Bird was a gift from Zhao Mengyao, and it was already old, making creaking sounds while flying. The memory of his last lake crash resurfaced, instantly halving Ji An’s anxious feelings. Upon reaching Jade Water Marketplace, he felt completely at ease. It was still early, so he casually landed in an uninhabited area by the lake to practice the Sharp Gold Technique on his own. Gold Element Magic and Fire Magic have always been the strongest offensive techniques; without the corresponding Spiritual Mechanism, Ji An had to diligently practice on his own. The miraculous changes brought by improving the Small Cloud Rain Technique to perfection taught him that practicing these basic techniques would also aid him later, at least in assisting his comprehension of the Five Elements True Intent. No path walked in life is in vain; each step counts. Golden threads flashed from his fingers, gathering and dispersing at will, with occasionally all threads concentrating and emitting a fierce killing intent when the golden light shot out. ... Wei Songnian counted the talisman papers and inks, saying with a cheerful expression: "140 sheets of Tier One Lower Grade Talisman Paper, 48 sheets of Tier One Middle Grade Talisman Paper, and six bottles of Tier One Lower Grade Talisman Ink, totaling 734 Spirit Crystals. Junior Brother, your harvest this season is outstanding even among the elder spirit farmers. How about more Jade Pills?" In his eyes, this junior brother’s future was the brightest among those he intentionally befriended. The concentration of Demon Beast Essence Blood varies, and making Talisman Ink is not easy; it requires a high intensity of Divine Sense to detect the subtle changes in the Spiritual Qi within the ink, so as to adjust the formula accordingly. Many elder spirit farmers only know how to make talisman papers, and the ink they concoct is practically useless. More importantly, this junior brother is completely different from those elder spirit farmers who desperately hoard Crystal Stones. Not only does he sell him materials, but he is also willing to spend Flower Crystal Stones. Besides the family disciples, he has never seen such a generous disciple. "Yes, thirty Jade Pills," Ji An took out two Spirit Stones, ensuring his cultivation speed first, before considering saving Crystal Stones. "Alright then," Wei Songnian happily took the Spirit Stones, packed up thirty pills, and handed them over along with some change in Crystal Stones. All said and done, he made a net profit of about two Spirit Stones—Wei Songnian wished he could meet such clients every day. Ji An tucked the pills and Spirit Crystals into his sleeve and asked: "Senior Brother, you have broad knowledge; have you heard of any treasures that can accelerate the comprehension of magic techniques?" "There are many, but if you still want a treasure to speed up the comprehension of magic techniques, then who can still live?! Junior Brother, you must have been born with a strong Spirit Soul and remarkable comprehension, otherwise you wouldn’t have progressed so quickly in the cultivation techniques." Wei Songnian began counting on his fingers, speaking eloquently: "You know about the Water Element Essence that Old Huang refines every day, right? This stuff not only enhances the spirituality of Magical Artifacts and Magical Treasures but also, if refined by us, can improve comprehension of Water Attribute Magic over a certain period; all Five Elements Essences yield similar effects. Enlightenment Tea is a type of Spirit Tea that can temporarily enhance comprehension when consumed, greatly aiding the understanding of cultivation techniques and magic practices; the higher the grade of the tea, the stronger the effect. It is said that long-term consumption can also nourish the Spirit Soul and enhance Divine Sense intensity. Soul Nourishing Wood, a Tier Two or higher-level Spirit Wood, when crafted into Magical Artifacts or Treasures, nourishes the Spirit Soul and can temporarily boost comprehension, making magic practice twice as effective." "Since we’re talking about Magical Artifacts and Treasures, I once heard from a sect uncle that there’s a type of Companion Spirit Treasure, developed along with the cultivator in the mother’s womb, often possessing incredible powers. These cultivators with Companion Spirit Treasures are even rarer than those with Celestial-Grade talent." Wei Songnian clicked his tongue continuously, sighing: "If I had a Companion Spirit Treasure, Foundation Establishment and Chao Origin would be nothing; the Golden Core would be my starting point. Every time I think of this, my heart aches—such is fate, how unfair heaven is!" "Senior Brother Wei, maybe your Companion Spirit Treasure hasn’t manifested yet!" A familiar cultivator nearby jested. "Shoo, shoo, Companion Spirit Treasures manifest at birth; just mind your own stall." Ji An’s eyes tightened, and he softly said: "If the news of a Companion Spirit Treasure gets out, wouldn’t that put the owner in danger?" Wei Songnian shook his head: "A Companion Spirit Treasure is blood-bound to the cultivator and is only useful to the one it’s born with; others can’t use it even if they take it. Otherwise, wouldn’t all Companion Spirit Treasures be seized by those powerful cultivators?"