On The Path Of Cultivation To Become God

"Little girl, you did not listen to me when I told you not to enter someone's private space without their permission," scolded Duan Shu with a stern expression on her face.

'This girl will never learn,' thought Duan Shu, frustrated. Despite countless warnings, the girl continued to disregard boundaries, causing Duan Shu to worry about her future.

"S-Sorry, I will not do it again," Yin Yun stammered, her eyes filled with remorse.

Duan Shu sighed, hoping that this time the young girl would truly understand the importance of respecting others' personal space.

As her teacher, Duan Shu knew it was her responsibility to guide Yin Yun.

"Now back to the topic, you said you got this Yang Qi from inside your friend's bedroom?" Duan Shu asked, trying to redirect the conversation.

Yin Yun nodded sheepishly, her face still flushed with embarrassment.

"And your friend is only a Qi Refinement Realm Cultivator?"

Yin Yun nodded again, her voice barely above a whisper.

"Impossible, there is no way such pure Yang Qi would come out from a Qi Refinement Realm Cultivator," Duan Shu exclaimed, her brows furrowing in disbelief.

The Yang Qi that she scanned using her Divine sense was too pure and potent to have originated from a Qi Refinement realm cultivator.

The energy inside one's Yin or Yang Qi can always change depending on their cultivation level and the techniques they practice.

But for how pure and potent the Yang Qi was, it could only belong to someone in a higher cultivation realm; inside everyone's body, there are always impurities that are hard to get rid of.

That's why every stage of the cultivation process focuses on refining and purifying the body. Through various techniques and exercises, cultivators are able to remove impurities and strengthen their qi, as many Dual cultivators have taken special treasures to strengthen their yang or yin Qi.

The energy inside the Yang Qi of a Qi Refinement Cultivator wouldn't have the same energy as that of an Establishment Foundation Realm Cultivator, but the quality of the Yang Qi would stay the same.

It is only after the Core Formation Realm that the Yang Quality would change, as cultivators form their cores and would undergo many changes in the process.

Of course, if the cultivator used a special treasure or technique to strengthen their Yang Qi, it would be a different matter.

It is highly unusual for a low-level cultivator to possess such powerful Yang Qi. Duan Shu's skepticism was understandable, as it defied common knowledge and expectations in the cultivation world.

Duan Shu's mind raced as she tried to make sense of the situation.

Perhaps there was something more to Yin Yun's friend than met the eye—something hidden.

'Maybe the kid has a special body that strengthens the quality of his Yang Qi?' Duan Shu thought to herself.

She knew that certain individuals were born with innate abilities or physiques that allowed them to cultivate at a much faster rate than others or have unique abilities.

Because she was also one of those individuals, Duan Shu understood the possibility of Yin Yun's friend possessing such a special body.

She also possesses a physique called "Radiant Moon Physique," a rare body that grants her enhanced control over moon-based energy and abilities.

It was a body that was considered an immortal-level physique, and only a few individuals in the entire cultivation world possessed such a physique. Duan Shu wondered if Yin Yun's friend had a similar, rare physique that granted him extraordinary control over Yang Qi.

(A/N: So about physique levels, let's just keep it simple to remember; I will follow the same thing I did with the pills, treasures, and techniques.)

Duan Shu decided that she would need to investigate further, and maybe even ask Yin Yun for more information about her friend's background.

The Yang Qi in her possession was too valuable to be wasted. The amount of energy inside it was too little for someone at her level, but if what her disciple said was true, then it is more horrifying.

The energy inside the tube could rival a Foundation Realm cultivator in terms of energy; as for its quality, if Duan Shu had to give it a rating, she would give it an 8 out of 10.

'This Yang Qi would work perfectly for the Flame Pulse Pill, but the problem is there not enough of it.' Duan Shu sighed as she pondered her options.

Her only option was to get it from the source.

"Yin Yun, can you ask your friend for more Yang Qi?" Duan Shu asked her disciple, hoping that her friend would be willing to provide the additional Yang Qi needed for the pill.

Hearing her master's words, a red flush immediately spread across Yin Yun's face.

There is no way she would make such a request!

"Master, I can't do that," Yin Yun replied timidly.

Duan Shu understood her disciple's hesitation and nodded in understanding.

"…Fine."

She would have to find another way to obtain the necessary Yang Qi for the Flame Pulse Pill.

"Then I will have to ask your friend for his Yang Qi," Duan Shu said.

"No! Master, you can't do that!" Yin Yun exclaimed in shock.

She knew her master and her brazen personality; if it was for making a pill, her master wouldn't hesitate to ask for such a request.

"Why can't I do that?" Duan Shu asked, raising an eyebrow.

For her, there was no way a sane person would refuse a Dao Emperor request, especially her, the youngest alchemy king.

People always respected her and were in awe of her skills.

However, Yin Yun knew the potential consequences of such a request. If her master asked for such a request, then Sister Bingxin and Chen Tian would surely know that she took his Yang Qi from their bedroom.

She can't risk the possibility of what she did being exposed, as it would not only damage her reputation but also embarrass her to death. She wouldn't dare show her face, especially in front of Chen Tian.

As she remembered Chen Tian, she recalled the taste of his Yang Qi.

She swallowed hard, trying to push the memory away.

The temptation to have a taste of his Yang Qi reappeared in her mind again, but Yin Yun knew she had to resist.

She couldn't let her desires cloud her judgment; it was wrong!

"Humph, little Yun, you don't have a matter in this; either you ask him or I just go and do it," Duan Shu threatened, her voice filled with frustration and impatience.

Duan Shu needed that kid, Yang Qi, or she wouldn't be able to make the pill for her disciple's breakthrough.

So she was willing to do whatever it took to get her hands on it.

Yin Yun's heart sank as she realized that her master was serious. She knew that if she didn't intervene, Duan Shu would definitely go to Chen Tian and ask him for his Yang Qi.

It would be better if she was the one to ask him, as she had a better relationship with Chen Tian and Su Bingxin.

"I-I will do it," Yin Yun stammered, her voice filled with determination.

"Good," Duan Shu nodded approvingly. "Remember, this Yang Qi is very important to create the pill needed for your breakthrough in your cultivation. I trust you to handle this task with care and bring back the Yang Qi."

Yin Yun nodded, her mind racing with thoughts of how she could convince Chen Tian to give her the Yang Qi.

'Maybe I should talk with Sister Bingxin first.' Yin Yun decided that seeking advice from Su Bingxin would be a wise move.

Maybe Su Bingxin could convince Chen Tian to lend her some of his Yang Qi, and talking with another woman was better than talking directly to Chen Tian himself.

At least Yin Yun wouldn't be putting herself in an embarrassing position by approaching Chen Tian directly.

Besides, Su Bingxin had a way with words and a charm that could sway even the most stubborn of individuals.

Yin Yun hoped that Su Bingxin would understand her problem.

'Ughh, I just can't bring myself to face to request something like that,' Yin Yun cried in her mind.

"Then, since it's decided, bring me the Yang Qi tomorrow," Duan Shu said firmly, interrupting Yin Yun's thoughts.

Yin Yun looked up at Duan Shu, surprised.

"Tomorrow! I can't!" Yin Yun exclaimed. "My friend isn't in the sect right now and is out completing a mission," she explained.

Duan Shu raised an eyebrow, studying Yin Yun carefully. "Well, it seems like you're not lying."

"When will he be back?" Duan Shu asked, and Yin Yun bit her lip, hesitating before answering. "I'm not sure; it could be a few days. He didn't specify," she replied, anxiety creeping into her voice.

Duan Shu sighed, her eyes narrowing as he considered the situation. "Fine," she finally said, relenting.

"I'll give you a week to bring me the Yang Qi. You can't wait any longer, or your progress will stagnate. Don't you want to show your family what you're capable of?" Yin Yun's expression changed as she listened to Duan Shu's words.

The mention of her family struck a chord within her, stirring up a deep-seated hatred that had been simmering beneath the surface for years.

She clenched her fists, determination replacing anxiety in her voice as she replied, "I will bring you the Yang Qi within a week."

"Good, come on. You still have to train for today."

"Um," Yin Yun nodded and started walking towards the practice area with Duan Shu. As they walked, Duan Shu couldn't help but notice that Yin Yun was absent minded Duan Shu let out a sigh inwardly.

'The mention of her family still affects her, even after all these years,' she thought.