UGB Chapter 1830 [Ancestral Mark] Guidance!
Chapter 1830 [Ancestral Mark] Guidance!
'What sins have I committed?'
Why bring these living ancestors along to meet Father?
Cheng Ping'an sighed inwardly, feeling that bringing these brats along was even more exhausting than when he ventured into dangerous places alone back then.
Just as Cheng Ping'an was trying to calm himself down and silently recite the Mind-Clearing Mantra, the chattering "Sound Transmission Seminar" started again:
"Look, Grandpa isn't responding!"
If it were any other time, if I praised my great-grandfather like that, he would have been smiling so much his eyes would have been squinting, and he might even have rewarded me with a spiritual fruit!
So our great-grandfather definitely didn't hear our telepathic message!
The girl who had been "testing the waters" came to a "conclusion," speaking with considerable confidence.
"This shouldn't be happening..."
The cultivation knowledge recorded in the clan's ancient texts shouldn't be wrong, right?
"Hai Di" was starting to have doubts about life, his voice filled with confusion.
"..."
Cheng Ping'an closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and decided to temporarily ignore these troublesome little guys and refocus his attention on his father.
He only hoped that his father would not think that the younger generation of the Cheng family were all unruly, noisy, and ill-mannered people.
Just as the little guy called "Hai Di" was looking confused, secretly questioning his life, and wondering why his clan knowledge didn't match the "abnormality" before him...
Cheng Buzheng, who had been standing quietly listening, finally revealed a clear smile on his lips.
That smile was gentle, carrying an all-knowing understanding and a hint of gentle amusement at the naivety of the younger generation.
He shook his head slightly; his voice was soft, yet it reached the ears of everyone present clearly.
Especially those little guys who are having a "heated discussion":
"Alright, little ones, stop secretly chatting down there."
His gaze swept over the children, who froze instantly, their eyes wide with surprise, his tone remaining gentle:
“Your great-grandfather brought you here not so that you could have a ‘secret meeting’.”
These words, like a light but not heavy thunderclap in spring, struck the hearts of several young men and women.
"..."
The little ones were completely stunned.
As if frozen in place, they stared dumbfounded at the ancestor who had a gentle expression and seemed to be just chatting casually.
Their dark eyes were filled with disbelief, panic, and a hint of regret that "we're doomed."
So... you really can hear it?
It turns out that... all their "high-minded discussions" about "finding a Daoist partner," "whether it looks good," "scheming," and "testing" had been overheard.
The children's faces flushed red instantly, then quickly turned pale; they wished they could disappear into the ground right then and there.
The "wit" and "triumph" he had just felt had vanished without a trace.
Cheng Buzheng did not continue to "make things difficult" for the few helpless little ones. His gaze turned to Cheng Ping'an, who was clearly relieved but also showed some helplessness. His tone returned to calm as he spoke:
"Peace and safety, let's get down to business first."
"Pass that bloodline divine power on them."
"Yes, father."
Cheng Ping'an's expression turned solemn, and he respectfully agreed.
He ignored the few little quails who were practically burying their heads in his chest, flipped his right hand, and a flash of spiritual light appeared in his palm, revealing a dozen blank jade slips of the same size and with a warm, smooth texture.
With a solemn expression, he pointed his fingers like a sword, gathering a point of pure golden core magic power and divine light at his fingertips, and quickly began to inscribe on the jade slips.
As fingertips traced the surface of the jade slip, they left behind a series of profound and complex patterns, shimmering with a faint light and emanating a strange, subtle energy.
It is clearly some kind of extremely profound method of inheritance and imprinting.
A moment later!
Once all the jade slips were engraved, their radiance was subdued, giving them an ancient and mysterious appearance.
With a flick of his sleeve, Cheng Ping'an unleashed a dozen or so streaks of light that hovered precisely in front of each of the Cheng family's younger generation.
Regardless of youth?
They were still teenagers, and everyone got one.
"Hand it over."
Cheng Ping'an's voice was calm and steady as his gaze swept over the crowd.
His gaze lingered for a moment, especially on the faces of the young cultivators and the few kids who had just "caused trouble," before he solemnly instructed them:
"This bloodline supernatural power is extraordinary. It is a special method that our ancestor painstakingly developed to enhance the self-protection and combat capabilities of the family's descendants when they travel outside."
Its intention is for when you face a life-or-death crisis, and ordinary means are insufficient to overcome it...
It can unleash the hidden power deep within one's bloodline, achieving unexpected victories and turning the tide of battle.
He paused, then emphasized, his tone carrying an undeniable authority:
"Similarly, this method is also one of the core inheritances of my Cheng Clan Immortal Clan, and is restricted by both clan rules and soul seed restrictions."
Remember, the contents of the supernatural powers must not be revealed to anyone outside the Cheng family bloodline in any way, whether by oral transmission, divine thought, photographic record, rubbing, or any other form.
Those who violate this rule will be met with immediate retribution from their souls, and the clan rules will show no mercy!
Do you all understand?
Sensing the unprecedented solemnity in Cheng Ping'an's tone, and the heavy pressure brought by words like "soul seed" and "clan rules"...
Not only were the normally composed young cultivators solemn,
Even those little ones who were just blushing and restless have completely put away their playful spirit. Their little faces are tense, and their eyes reveal a seriousness that is beyond their years.
They responded in unison, their voices, though young, were exceptionally clear and firm:
"Grandpa, rest assured, we have memorized the clan rules and regulations and would never dare to spread them!"
"Grandfather, we know what's important!"
The young cultivators also solemnly cupped their hands: "We will follow our great-grandfather's teachings and keep this secret as our life's mission!"
"Well, that's good to know."
Upon seeing this, Cheng Ping'an nodded slightly, his expression softening.
He stepped aside to make way, looked at Cheng Buzheng standing quietly under the ancient tree, and said respectfully:
"Father, we can begin."
Then, he turned to the group of younger people and said loudly:
"Now, you will all be here, before the Ancestor, to study and practice this supernatural power."
With the patriarch personally protecting you, suppressing your minds and regulating your blood vessels, you need not worry about the dangers of misdirected energy flow or backlash from your blood vessels.
This is an extraordinary opportunity; you must calm your mind and concentrate on understanding it carefully!
"Thank you for protecting me, Ancestor!"
The young monks immediately bowed in gratitude.
The children realized what was happening and quickly followed suit, bowing and calling out in their clear voices:
"Thank you, Ancestor!"
"You're so kind, Ancestor!"
This time, they were speaking from the heart, their eyes filled with reverence and reliance.
With a legendary powerful figure like the Ancestor personally protecting me, I feel incredibly safe!
Cheng Buzheng smiled, nodded, and said gently:
No need for formalities.
Simply calm your mind and contemplate; if you encounter anything unclear, or if your blood circulation feels stagnant, you can directly ask the deity for clarification.
"Yes!"
Everyone responded in unison, feeling reassured.
Then, at Cheng Ping'an's signal...
The younger generation of the Cheng family reached out and solemnly caught the jade slip floating in front of them.
The moment my fingertips touched the jade slip, a warm, smooth sensation came over me.
They exchanged a determined look, sat down cross-legged, focused their minds, and immersed their consciousness into the jade slip to examine and comprehend this mysterious and powerful bloodline supernatural ability, personally deduced by their family patriarch.
The backyard of the small courtyard was quiet for a moment, with only the leaves swaying gently and a breeze blowing.
Sunlight filtered through the lush foliage of the ancient trees, casting dappled shadows that enveloped the young figures who had closed their eyes in deep contemplation, beginning to explore the power deep within their bloodlines.
Cheng Buzheng stood quietly, watching them with a peaceful gaze.
Cheng Ping'an stood by, ready to handle any emergencies.
As the descendants of the Cheng Clan immortals immersed their divine senses into the jade slip, carefully comprehending the incantation of that bloodline divine ability...
An indescribable sense of awe gradually replaced the curiosity and solemnity on their faces, clearly emerging in the depths of everyone's eyes.
"This... there is such a wondrous bloodline technique in this world!"
A young monk exclaimed inwardly.
"Using one's own bloodline as a guide, tracing back to the source, and resonating with the power of one's ancestors... What an ingenious idea!"
Even the usually composed disciple couldn't help but feel a surge of emotion.
The more astute youth had already grasped the truly terrifying aspect of this method, his mind racing:
"If one can successfully trace back to the bloodline of one's ancestors using this secret method, even if one encounters far more powerful enemies while traveling in the future..."
"If this technique is activated at a critical moment, wouldn't it allow us to borrow a wisp of our ancestor's boundless power, achieving a stunning reversal and a comeback from the brink of defeat?"
Similar thoughts, like pebbles thrown into a still lake, rippled through the hearts of the younger generation of the Cheng family.
This filled them with boundless longing and anticipation for this supernatural power.
Immediately!
These descendants of the Cheng Clan suppressed their excitement.
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On the bluestone slabs, under the shade of ancient trees...
Young figures closed their eyes, concentrated, and formed hand seals, beginning to try to cultivate this profound method according to the inheritance in the jade slip.
Although this supernatural power is of extremely high grade and very mysterious, due to its unique bloodline resonance mechanism, it actually has no hard requirements on cultivation level!
This is also the most unique aspect of this supernatural power.
now!
Not only can young cultivators in the Foundation Establishment stage comprehend it smoothly.
Even those few Qi Refining stage kids could barely keep up with the basic operation of the method, trying to sense the mysterious river of bloodlines.
However, getting started is far more difficult than imagined.
Not long after...
A young cultivator named Cheng Wennian was the first to open his eyes, his face showing a hint of confusion and resentment.
He stood up, respectfully bowed to Cheng Buzheng and Cheng Ping'an who were standing guard beside him, and said:
"Ancestors, great-grandfathers, there is something I do not understand."
Why is it that even though I strictly follow the instructions to circulate my mind and blood, I always feel as if I'm separated by a veil of mist, unable to reach that so-called 'river of blood'?
Is it even more impossible to escape into it?
Upon hearing this!
Several clansmen nearby, whose brows were also furrowed and whose breathing was slightly disordered, immediately raised their heads and focused their gazes on them.
Clearly, they have all encountered the same bottleneck.
Sitting calmly under the ancient tree, Cheng Buzheng did not speak directly, but merely glanced at Cheng Ping'an beside him.
Having received the signal, Cheng Ping'an nodded slightly, but did not answer immediately. Instead, he looked at Cheng Nian and asked in return:
"Wen Nian, tell me, what is the core incantation of the very first line of this supernatural power?"
Cheng Nian dared not be negligent and immediately recited it clearly:
"It is to 'seek the laws of heaven and earth, hide within the divine, and merge the laws and the divine into one.'"
"Yes, that's exactly it."
Cheng Ping'an's eyes showed approval, and then he gave some pointers.
"You already know the character 'law', but you are too fixated on 'seeking' and neglect 'integration'."
The "laws of heaven and earth" in this mantra refer to both the laws of the Great Dao and the unique life rhythm inherited from my Cheng family bloodline.
You try to forcefully 'enter' the long river with your mind, but you forget that your own bloodline is a tributary of the long river, so why do you need to 'enter' it?
The key is to relax your mind and guide your blood and energy to resonate naturally, experiencing that natural 'fusion' rather than deliberately seeking 'escapism'.
This is the key to solving your problem.
Upon hearing this, Cheng Wennian was slightly taken aback at first, then the confusion in his eyes vanished, replaced by a bright light. He bowed deeply.
"I see!
Thank you for your guidance, Grandpa. Nian'er understands now!
"My grandson was too impatient."
With Cheng Nian as an example, other junior colleagues who encountered problems also boldly asked questions.
"Grandfather, I sensed the fluctuations of the River of Blood, but it was like watching a fire from across the river; I couldn't draw upon its power. Why is that?"
"This is because your mental strength is still lacking and your cultivation is insufficient. You only need to establish a stable connection little by little."
"Ancestor, when I try to resonate, my mind is filled with distracting thoughts, making it difficult to focus. How should I deal with this?"
This time, Cheng Buzheng spoke gently, his voice penetrating directly into the depths of his consciousness:
"Contemplate the roots of an ancient tree, deeply embedded in the earth, letting its branches and leaves sway, yet remaining steadfast."
The same applies to thoughts; let them come and go as they please, simply anchoring them to the single spark of inspiration at the source of your bloodline.
"...!"
Cheng Ping'an patiently answered questions, while Cheng Buzheng occasionally offered insightful advice, often hitting the nail on the head.
As time went by, one by one, questions and difficulties in cultivation were raised and resolved.
Until about fifteen minutes later...
No one in the backyard asked any more questions.
At this moment, every figure sitting cross-legged on the ground began to emanate a strange and harmonious mysterious fluctuation.
The fluctuations were initially faint, spreading out like ripples, but gradually, they resonated with each other.
It was as if a connection had been established with some unseen force.
The atmosphere in the entire backyard became solemn and dignified, with only the faint rumble of blood vessels and long breaths intertwined.
Cheng Buzheng and Cheng Ping'an exchanged a glance, both seeing a hint of satisfaction in each other's eyes.
As time went by...
The scene in the backyard began to change.
The moment Cheng Huixiang opened his eyes, the crimson light receded like a tide, but the subtle fluctuations emanating from his body did not completely dissipate.
This disturbance was like a pebble thrown into a calm lake, creating invisible ripples in the backyard.
Cheng Buzheng keenly noticed that after Cheng Huixiang successfully cultivated the [Ancestral Mark], the bloodline fluctuations permeating the entire backyard seemed to have become more active.
It was as if some kind of resonance was quietly forming!
That's a natural connection between people of the same bloodline.
"It seems that the appearance of the first cultivator can drive the progress of subsequent cultivators."
Cheng Buzheng thought to himself, a knowing glint in his eyes.
He had foreseen this when he created this supernatural power—
When someone successfully locates the 'ancestral bloodline imprint' in the bloodline river, it will make the corresponding node in the bloodline river clearer in a short period of time.
This reduces the difficulty of perception for later users.
...(End of this chapter)