Breathing technique?
Lin Qingling was momentarily stunned, then quickly said, "Xiaoshuang. This opportunity from the Bronze Eye is now yours alone. Although I've never possessed a Bronze Eye, I still know the most basic rules. Anything exchanged from within can only be cultivated by oneself and must not be spread. There was once someone who forcibly spread something, and as a result, they touched upon the trading laws of Wanfa City. Even though they were thousands of miles away, the person who violated the rules was instantly struck down by a bolt of lightning and turned to dust. The fact that you obtained a soul cultivation method is your own fortune. Such a technique, you should cultivate it yourself and absolutely must not reveal it to others."
Upon hearing this, Li Shuang immediately knew Lin Qingling had misunderstood.
She shook her head and said, "Master. This breathing technique is not from the Bronze Eye, it's something I..."
Li Shuang felt a little embarrassed but still said, "It's something I comprehended myself."
This thing, in fact, came from the Heaven and Earth Furnace.
But the existence of the Heaven and Earth Furnace was too crucial; even to Lin Qingling, Li Shuang absolutely could not reveal it.
Lin Qingling's expression froze.
Comprehended it herself?
She felt a little relieved.
It seemed she had overthought things.
Given Li Shuang's current cultivation, she couldn't create a very profound secret manual. Her submitting this breathing technique was probably because she wanted guidance?
Lin Qingling's face immediately lit up with joy.
Li Shuang's talent was too high; as Li Shuang's master, there were many times when she felt no sense of accomplishment.
But now it was different.
Now Li Shuang was actively seeking her help!
As a master, putting everything else aside, her experience and knowledge far surpassed Li Shuang's.
Let her guide Li Shuang through the迷津 (maze of confusion)!
Lin Qingling suppressed the corners of her mouth and cleared her throat: "You comprehended it yourself? Alright, then I, your master, will take a look. Creating a cultivation technique is not an easy task. Since this is your first time creating a technique, there are bound to be many errors and omissions. You don't need to be disheartened; since you have this intention, I, your master, will definitely help you well."
Li Shuang's expression became a little strange.
But she said nothing, merely respectfully handed over a jade slip.
Lin Qingling smiled and took it.
Then, she swept her divine sense over it and began to study it carefully.
This cultivation method should be a relatively basic one.
After all, what peerless technique would be simple and clear, with only the three words "Breathing Technique"?
The content of the technique was also very simple; it actually taught people how to breathe.
Ordinary people breathe normally, one inhale and one exhale. But according to this breathing technique, where the breath enters, where it exits, and the time spent on each breath were all clearly and precisely detailed.
Every twelve breaths constituted a cycle.
Inhale for four counts, hold for two counts, exhale for six counts.
How to inhale, how to hold the breath, how to exhale, everything was written in meticulous detail.
Lin Qingling read it once, feeling a bit puzzled.
Just by looking at it, she had no idea what profound meaning this breathing technique held.
"Xiaoshuang, wait a moment," Lin Qingling said. "Let me try it."
Lin Qingling's idea was simple.
No matter what this technique was like, she would know once she cultivated it.
Cultivating this technique required no specific posture, only a change in breathing.
Lin Qingling followed the description in the method: when inhaling, the qi entered through the Yongquan acupoint.
The rhythm of the four breaths was also different.
Two long breaths, two short breaths, with extremely precise intervals in between.
After Lin Qingling inhaled as instructed, her expression subtly changed.
Just this change in breathing rhythm.
She actually felt her feet warm up, and a peculiar energy generated within her body.
Lin Qingling then held her breath.
This energy immediately sank to her Dantian, like an old tree, deeply rooted.
When she exhaled, clear qi was generated within her body, turbid qi dispersed, and this energy actually rose all the way, rushing directly towards her Sea of Consciousness.
Lin Qingling was startled.
This technique actually involved soul power?
One must know.
Any technique involving soul power was absolutely not simple!
Li Shuang's technique, despite being merely a simple change in breathing, the clear qi generated according to this method actually rushed directly towards the soul!
What kind of method had her disciple actually developed!
Lin Qingling deliberately offered no defense, allowing this power to surge in unimpeded.
After a while.
This clear qi naturally dissipated in her Sea of Consciousness, leaving no trace.
This breathing technique...
Lin Qingling frowned slightly.
Li Shuang suddenly remembered something and couldn't help but say, "Master, due to my cultivation level, this breathing technique is currently only useful for cultivators below the Soul Transformation stage. For cultivators above the Soul Transformation stage, it has no effect."
Lin Qingling's lips trembled, and she couldn't help but look at Li Shuang: "Then... if cultivators below the Soul Transformation stage practice it, what is the effect of this method?"
Li Shuang honestly replied, "It should be able to assist in soul cultivation."
Lin Qingling was silent for a moment.
???
Assisting in soul cultivation?
Although this couldn't compare to a true soul cultivation method, it was merely an auxiliary method.
But!
Any technique that had an effect on the soul, even if just a little, was a priceless treasure on this Southern Orchid Continent!
"Master, why don't we call the senior brothers and sisters and let them try it?" Li Shuang suggested.
"Wait!" Lin Qingling's expression also became serious.
She immediately summoned her disciples.
Lin Qingling didn't mention the origin of the breathing technique, only asking them to memorize the breathing rhythm.
Practicing the breathing technique was not difficult.
Jiang Yi had a pure heart; her mind was incredibly clear. In just half an incense stick's time, she had completely mastered it.
Luo Mingyue mastered it shortly after.
As these two breathed and exhaled, Lin Qingling observed carefully. Just as Li Shuang had said, this breathing technique had no effect on those above the Soul Transformation stage.
Luo Mingyue used the breathing technique, but it produced no effect.
But Jiang Yi...
Lin Qingling focused her vision to the extreme and could actually see a faint layer of clear qi surrounding her.
Jiang Yi circulated the method a few times, and an expression of immense comfort appeared on her face.
With the change in her breathing method, her soul felt as if it were soaking in warm water, a comfort she had never experienced before.
Moreover.
Because it was her first time cultivating, her long-stagnant soul realm actually stirred.
In an instant.
The bottleneck broke.
Jiang Yi actually broke through to the late Golden Core stage on the spot.
Jiang Yi opened her eyes with some joy. Although she wasn't one for many words, she couldn't help but say, "Master! This breathing technique seems to be of great benefit to the soul."
Luo Mingyue listened, somewhat bewildered.
An effect on the soul?
She hadn't experienced it.
Lin Qingling was silent for a moment.
Li Shuang had not exaggerated at all; this breathing technique... could indeed promote the growth of soul power.
Such a method...
In terms of rank, it wasn't very high.
But on this Southern Orchid Continent!
This was a priceless treasure!
If this technique were to be offered, any sect would be willing to pay an enormous price to acquire it.
A technique that assists in soul cultivation, even if it only works for disciples below the Soul Transformation stage, was already an astonishing method.
Lin Qingling suppressed the tremor in her heart.
She continued to watch Liu Juncheng and Sui Jin.
These two were still comprehending.