250: Chapter 250 My Path...is You All

With a flash of light, five graceful figures appeared in the Original Courtyard almost instantly.

Upon seeing Ling Hao, Chi Wanhe's eyes lit up. She let out a cheer and spread her arms to pounce on him, but Ling Hao extended a finger and pressed it against her forehead.

"Go sit down nicely."

Chi Wanhe pouted, gave an unwilling "Oh," and walked over to a stone stool to sit down, her almond-shaped eyes still glued to Ling Hao.

Once all five were seated, Ling Hao looked around.

Xiao He was at the eighth layer of the Soul Transformation Stage, Xiao Xue at the seventh layer of the Soul Transformation Stage, Yu Qing at the Major Achievement of the Imperishable Realm, Xiao Changning at the seventh layer of the Soul Transformation Stage, and Xiao Wei at the eighth layer of the Soul Transformation Stage.

"On the path of cultivation, one begins to make initial contact with the Laws of the Dao at the Soul Transformation Stage. The Laws of the Dao are divided into Entry, Minor Achievement, Major Achievement, Inception, Perfection, and the Embryonic Form of the Dao."

"Although the comprehension of the Laws of the Dao is not linked to the advancement of Realms, as your Revered Master, I hope that before you enter the Body Integration Stage, you will have comprehended at least one of your chosen Laws of the Dao to the 'Minor Achievement' Realm. To break through to the Void Refinement Stage, you will need to reach 'Major Achievement' in the Laws of the Dao."

"For the Tribulation Transcendence Stage, you should pursue the 'Inception' of the Laws of the Dao. As for the Mahayana Stage, Perfection is the starting point."

Seeing that all five were listening attentively, Ling Hao nodded slightly and continued:

"You have all been in the Soul Transformation Stage for some time now. I summoned you here today because I want to know what thoughts you have regarding the 'Dao' you wish to follow in the future."

Chi Wanhe's eyes sparkled, and she was the first to answer:

"Revered Master! I have comprehended the basic Laws of the Dao of Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth, but I feel that the Talisman Dao is the most interesting! Drawing Talismans in the void is what makes one truly impressive!"

She flicked her fingertips, and a glowing Talisman flashed and vanished in the air.

Ling Hao nodded with a smile:

"With your Void Spirit Root talent, it truly complements the Talisman Dao. Actually, if you are willing to try, you could also explore the 'Myriad Derivation Dao,' though this path is exceptionally difficult, requiring one to derive all myriad methods and return them to oneself."

Chi Wanhe immediately giggled:

"Whichever path Revered Master wants me to take, I will take! I will listen to Revered Master!"

Ling Hao laughed:

"The Great Dao lies ahead, but ultimately, it is your own choice. As long as you like it, that is fine."

His gaze turned to Qin Zhaoxue. This second Disciple had a gentle temperament and a calm voice:

"Disciple has gained significant insights into the Alchemy Dao and the Yin and Yang Dao, and I wish to choose one to delve deeper into."

Ling Hao recalled the scene of them in the Scripture Pavilion and nodded:

"The 'Dao Scripture' is profound. Walking the Yin and Yang Dao is a majestic and upright path that aligns with the Origin of the Great Dao. Furthermore, with your 'Tai Chu Three Lights Cauldron Record,' the 'Three Luminaries Dao' (Sun, Moon, and Star) is also worth a try."

A look of contemplation flashed in Qin Zhaoxue's eyes, and she replied seriously:

"Disciple will consider it carefully."

"What about you? Yu Qing?"

Ling Hao turned his head to look at Du Yuqing. She stood tall and straight, wearing a black gauze cross-collar outer robe, lined with a deep navy-blue jacquard long skirt.

"Disciple wishes to walk the Dao of Strength."

As a Body Cultivator, this choice was not surprising.

Ling Hao praised:

"With your Myriad Tribulation Holy Lotus Physique, the Dao of Strength is most suitable. Actually, the 'World Purifying Dao' could also carry the great power of your Holy Lotus."

Du Yuqing thought for a moment and said firmly:

"Disciple still wishes to choose the Dao of Strength."

Beside her, Qin Zhaoxue heard this, her eyes shifted, and she teasingly interjected:

"Third Junior Sister, at the extreme of strength, a single punch breaks ten thousand methods and clears the dust of the Universe—is that not also a form of 'World Purification'?"

Chi Wanhe immediately clapped in agreement:

"Right, right, right! Second Junior Sister is absolutely right!"

Du Yuqing was stunned, as if she had never considered her path from this angle, and for a moment, she was quite bewildered. Her rare, dazed expression made everyone present unable to hold back their laughter, and even the usually aloof Lin Xiwei's lips curled up slightly.

Ling Hao smiled and shook his head, his gaze falling on Lu Changning:

"Xiao Changning, then you naturally want to walk the Sword Dao?"

Lu Changning nodded obediently, her voice clear and crisp:

"Yes, Revered Master. Disciple's heart leans toward the Sword Dao."

"The Exquisite Ice Heart Physique paired with a Sword Heart of Clarity—that is also not bad." Ling Hao gave his affirmation.

Finally, everyone's gaze focused on Lin Xiwei. Her delicate face was full of hesitation:

"Disciple... admires the subtlety of the Talisman Dao and the Formation Dao, and also feels the Dao of Reincarnation is profound... I am tempted by all three."

Ling Hao raised an eyebrow, a mischievous smile flashing in his eyes:

"Xiao Wei, you are certainly one who pursues the Great Dao; you want everything."

Shaking his head, seeing the genuine longing for the Great Dao in Lin Xiwei's eyes, Ling Hao smiled:

"Since you want them, then just have them all!"

Hearing this, a light flashed in Lin Xiwei's eyes, but it was quickly covered by worry:

"Revered Master, Disciple understands the principle that trying to chew too much leads to indigestion. Perhaps I can manage it now, but in the future, every Great Dao is as vast as the sea and consumes endless time. Cultivating all three, Disciple fears that in the end, I will be mediocre in everything..."

Ling Hao laughed heartily and said confidently:

"What are you afraid of? Since you want it, as your Revered Master, I naturally have a way to pave the path for you!"

"The Talisman Dao and the Formation Dao are originally from the same source but different branches. If you can Cultivate both to the Peak, you can touch upon the Chaos Creation Dao!"

Ling Hao traced his fingertips through the air, as if endless Talisman scripts and formation patterns were flowing.

"At that time, Talisman scripts will be like the basic particles that construct the heavens and earth, and formations will be the skeletal structure that supports the world!"

"With a snap of your fingers, you can set up a Talisman formation that covers the Major Thousand Worlds. With one thought, Talisman scripts turn into stars and the Universe; with one thought of destruction, the formation collapses, triggering the return of an era to nothingness!"

"Creating and destroying ten thousand worlds, all within a single thought!"

This description was so grand that it stirred the heart and soul. Chi Wanhe's eyes lit up as she listened, and she immediately jumped up to hug Ling Hao's arm and shake it:

"Revered Master, Revered Master! I want to learn the Formation Dao too! I also want to Cultivate the Chaos Creation Dao!"

Ling Hao helplessly flicked his finger against her smooth forehead:

"No."

"Why?!" Chi Wanhe immediately pouted, her almond eyes wide with grievance.

"With your jumpy temperament, it is already not easy to Revered Master the Talisman Dao. And you want to add the Formation Dao?" Ling Hao deliberately put on a stern face, "As your Revered Master, I fear you are only interested for three minutes, and in the end, you will have nothing."

Chi Wanhe was unconvinced and pointed at Lin Xiwei:

"Then isn't Fifth Junior Sister also dual-cultivating Talismans and Formations? Revered Master, aren't you afraid she will fail?"

Ling Hao turned his gaze to Lin Xiwei, who was standing quietly to the side, and the corners of his mouth curled up:

"Xiao Wei is meticulous and has a firm Dao Heart; she is naturally different." The trust in Lin Xiwei was evident in his tone.

"Revered Master is biased!" Chi Wanhe instantly flared up, like a cat whose tail had been stepped on, and she hugged Ling Hao's arm and bit down on it!

"Hiss—" Ling Hao was caught off guard and gasped, "Damn! Xiao He, when did you learn to bite people? Let go!"

Chi Wanhe wouldn't let go. Ling Hao tried to pull his arm away. Qin Zhaoxue covered her mouth and chuckled, Du Yuqing wanted to step forward but didn't know how to intervene, and Lu Changning hurriedly stepped forward to try and pull Chi Wanhe away:

"Eldest Senior Sister, let go quickly! You cannot be disrespectful to Revered Master!" Lin Xiwei stood to the side, feeling somewhat at a loss.

Suddenly, "Xiao He, where is your hand going?"

This remark immediately startled the others, and their first reaction was... You, Eldest Senior Sister, are actually taking advantage of Revered Master under the guise of this.

"Eldest Senior Sister, let go of Revered Master..."

The scene suddenly descended into Chaos. After some pulling and entangling, things finally calmed down.

Ling Hao tidied up his disheveled collar and cuffs, which still bore a shallow tooth mark, and his face also had a few lipstick marks from who knows whom.

Looking at the few Disciples, their hair was slightly messy, their clothes were ruffled, and they were disheveled, no longer as dignified as when they first arrived.

"Alright, alright," Ling Hao calmly smoothed out his collar and wiped away the lipstick marks, as if this were a daily occurrence.

"Since you have all initially determined your directions, seize the time to Cultivate diligently. Elder Shangguan and the others are currently organizing the Laws of this world, and you can go help them; it will be of great benefit to comprehending your own Laws of the Dao. Strive to comprehend your chosen Laws of the Dao to the Minor Achievement Realm as soon as possible and break through to the Body Integration Stage."

"If you can break through to the Body Integration Stage, in three months, your Revered Master will take you to a good place to have some fun."

"Where are we going to have fun, Revered Master?" Chi Wanhe immediately forgot about the "biting incident" just now, and her eyes lit up again. The other girls also looked at him curiously.

Ling Hao smiled mysteriously: "It's a secret."

Chi Wanhe and the others prepared to take their leave. Lin Xiwei paused, suddenly turned back, looked directly at Ling Hao with her beautiful eyes, and asked softly:

"Revered Master, what is your Dao...?"

At this moment, the bright moon happened to rise in the east, and the moonlight spilled onto Ling Hao, coating his handsome silhouette with a soft silver edge.

Ling Hao was slightly taken aback. His gaze swept over the many Elders and Disciples at the foot of Tianzhu Mountain, and finally landed on the five Disciples before him, who were all different in style yet all peerlessly elegant, and a brilliant smile appeared on his face.

"Your Dao is my Dao."

"And my Dao... is you all."