CHAPTER 364: CHAPTER 394 NIAN CHUAN’S FOUNDATION ESTABLISHMENT

As the spiritual energy anomaly gathered above the Cultivation Cave Mansion, it drew the attention not only of Lu Ping and Lu Yuanshan, but also of others within the Cyan Mountain Sect.

In the neighboring Cultivation Cave Mansion, Lu Changfeng, upon detecting the strange spiritual energy outside, immediately ceased his cultivation state and opened his eyes.

"Is this... Zhang Nianchuan about to succeed in Foundation Establishment?"

The perception of a Foundation Establishment Cultivator is extremely sensitive, especially since the Foundation Establishment anomaly was so close. With a little thought, Lu Changfeng guessed that this must have been caused by Zhang Nianchuan.

The matter of Zhang Nianchuan’s secluded Foundation Establishment was no secret within the Cyan Mountain Sect. People like Lu Changfeng and Song Minghui were all keeping an eye on Zhang Nianchuan’s progress, hoping he would succeed in one go.

Breaking off his own cultivation thoughts, Lu Changfeng quickly got up, left the cave mansion, and walked to Lu Yuanshan.

"Big brother, it seems Nianchuan might be successful in achieving Foundation Establishment."

Lu Changfeng’s gaze was fixed firmly on the anomaly of Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi gathering above the Cultivation Cave Mansion.

"Yes, let’s be patient and wait; we must not disturb him."

Lu Yuanshan nodded slightly, praying that this time Zhang Nianchuan would triumph in Foundation Establishment.

Generally, reaching this stage of Foundation Establishment means it’s the final step, signifying that the cultivator begins to compress magical power and condense true essence within.

The Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi drawn in is the energy captured during the condensation of true essence.

This energy, alongside the cultivator, is refined and purifies the cultivator’s Physical Dao Body in the process of condensing true essence.

Not far away, a ray of sword light flew swiftly toward them, landing beside Lu Yuanshan in the blink of an eye.

"Little sister, you’ve come too."

Seeing Lu Zhiwei on the flying sword, Lu Changfeng greeted her.

"Yes, I came to see Nianchuan."

Lu Zhiwei also used Sword Control to come to the peak of Cyan Lotus Mountain, attracted by Zhang Nianchuan.

Meanwhile, outside the restricted area, some disciples gathered in small groups, observing from a distance.

Since they did not have permission, they dared not step directly into the restricted area, merely watched from afar, guessing what this signified.

Among them were figures like Song Minghui and She Qingqing.

"Come on, Junior Brother Zhang."

Song Minghui’s eyes shone with excitement.

Recognized as the senior sister of the Cyan Mountain Sect and the highest-ranking female disciple at the Eighth-Layer Qi Cultivation, witnessing Zhang Nianchuan nearing Foundation Establishment, Song Minghui felt no jealousy, only joy and anticipation.

Compared to Song Minghui, She Qingqing appeared extremely focused, silently clenching her fists and making two cheering gestures, "Senior Brother Zhang, you must succeed..."

Beneath such gazes, inside the cave mansion, Zhang Nianchuan was oblivious to the many people outside watching him.

Facing the most critical step in Foundation Establishment, the condensation of true essence, Zhang Nianchuan dared not slacken, allowing beads of sweat to drop from his forehead, his face determined and resolute.

Reaching this step in Foundation Establishment, the success or failure hinges on this single effort.

Fortunately, under Zhang Nianchuan’s efforts, the last and most crucial step was overcome in about the time it takes to burn a stick of incense.

Within his dantian, the Foundation Establishment True Essence was gradually taking shape.

At the same time, the gathered Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi above the cultivation cave mansion started to dissipate.

"Foundation Establishment, it’s done!"

Seeing this, the smile on Lu Yuanshan’s face grew wider, finally allowing him to let out a sigh of relief.

Lu Ping initially intended to float into the Cultivation Cave Mansion to check on Zhang Nianchuan’s secluded state.

But now it seemed unnecessary to check.

Judging by the current situation, this kid Zhang Nianchuan, achieved Foundation Establishment even without relying on the Foundation Establishment Pill.

This is something worth celebrating.

Years ago, optimizing his spirit root to enhance him to an Earth Attribute Celestial Spirit Root was not in vain.

This kid is truly promising.

Rumble.

As Lu Yuanshan and others watched outside the cave mansion, after a short while, the doors of the Cultivation Cave Mansion slowly opened from within, revealing a figure stepping out.

"Sect Leader!"

After succeeding in Foundation Establishment, Zhang Nianchuan, radiant and smiling, immediately noticed Lu Yuanshan and the other two waiting outside.

He also greeted Lu Zhiwei and Lu Changfeng.

"Grand Elder."

"Master!"

Zhang Nianchuan was Lu Zhiwei’s disciple and also Senior Brother to Li Weimiao.

Outside the restricted area, seeing Zhang Nianchuan emerge safely from the cave mansion, Song Minghui and others immediately burst into cheers.

"Senior Brother Zhang!"

"Junior Brother Zhang!"

Upon seeing Zhang Nianchuan, Lu Yuanshan immediately approached, and after feeling the aura of Foundation Establishment on Zhang Nianchuan up close, couldn’t help but praise him continuously: "Not bad, the fact that you achieved Foundation Establishment this time is quite an accomplishment!"

"You’re truly remarkable!"

Lu Changfeng also added, unable to suppress his admiration.

"I hope I didn’t embarrass the Sect Leader and Elders."

Lu Changfeng laughed, "Haha, not at all; achieving Foundation Establishment without relying on a Foundation Establishment Pill is an achievement that indeed humbles even me."

Finishing his words, Lu Yuanshan’s eyes brimmed with satisfaction as he spoke, "The new waves of the Yangtze River push forward the old, and our Cyan Mountain Sect has successors."

Recollections of his own experience filled his mind, having reached Ninth-Layer Qi Cultivation but not attempting Foundation Establishment for over a decade due to the lack of a Foundation Establishment Pill.

The risk was too high, and as the Sect Leader, he couldn’t take such a risk.

Not until later, upon acquiring the Celestial Cyan Divine Wood, did he succeed in Foundation Establishment.

Compared to Zhang Nianchuan, the cultivation resources he had acquired were indeed far superior.

This comparison made Lu Yuanshan quite emotional now.

Previously worried that if Zhang Nianchuan failed to achieve Foundation Establishment without the Foundation Establishment Pill, the Cyan Mountain Sect would lose an elite disciple, something he wouldn’t bear to see.

It now seemed those concerns were entirely unfounded.

Since Zhang Nianchuan had resolved to achieve Foundation Establishment without relying on the Foundation Establishment Pill, he must have believed in his own success.

And indeed, that was the case.

"Master."

Zhang Nianchuan’s gaze fell on Lu Zhiwei, who had been quietly observing, and bowed solemnly, "I didn’t disgrace your teachings; I succeeded in Foundation Establishment."

"Good."

Lu Zhiwei nodded, revealing a faint smile.

Before insisting on secluded cultivation for Foundation Establishment, Zhang Nianchuan naturally informed Lu Zhiwei.

Upon learning Zhang Nianchuan’s intentions, Lu Zhiwei did not stop him, merely advising him to be cautious during Foundation Establishment, as she did not want to lose a direct disciple.

Lu Yuanshan and his siblings surrounded Zhang Nianchuan, observing him for some time, recognizing that his Foundation Establishment aura was still unstable, needing more time to stabilize. They didn’t say more but reminded Zhang Nianchuan to consolidate his cultivation well.

"Nianchuan, now that you’ve become a Foundation Establishment Cultivator, it’s time for our Cyan Mountain Sect to add one more Elder."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Nianchuan was momentarily stunned.

From the Sect Leader’s words, did this imply that he was about to assume the position of Elder in the Cyan Mountain Sect?