The celestial observer noticed the celestial master's less-than-ideal demeanor and offered concerned inquiry: "Are you truly all right?" "I'm fine, Master. Please continue." Zhang Yuanqing shook his head, silencing the surging thoughts. Subsequently, the celestial observer detailed numerous combat strategies involving the night-wandering deities paired with star officials, including several passive and active skills that could be combined into over a dozen distinct formations. Zhang Yuanqing took meticulous notes; once understood, these formations—much like techniques—required consistent practice. "Master, I'd like to know specifically how to specialize in the Yin, the Stars, and the Sun," Zhang Yuanqing asked, voicing a question he had harbored for some time. The celestial observer paused, carefully phrasing his response: "In plain terms, a typical spiritual realm practitioner is akin to a bachelor's degree graduate—what you learn represents only the most fundamental and introductory skills. Specializing, however, is like pursuing a master's degree, involving in-depth study and focused research on a particular power." "Indeed, that's clear and straightforward." Zhang Yuanqing nodded, glanced at Zhao Chenghuang: "So right now I'm just an ordinary undergraduate student, while he's preparing for his postgraduate studies. Once they both enter society, he'll find it easier to land a job and have a brighter future than me." The Star Observer thought for a moment, then said: "That's exactly what I mean. Let me explain the principle using the power of the Moon as an example. Each Night-Wanderer embodies the body of the Moon, but their degree of harmony with the Moon's power varies, resulting in different skill levels. The most basic way to utilize this power is to activate the Moon's energy, which dramatically boosts one's physical condition." "Oh, I know this," Zhang Yuanqing said. "During the match, Zhao Chenghuang used this move to overwhelm me, only to be defeated by my superior natural talent—using his own method against him." Zhao Chenghuang, who had been meditating closed-eyed, couldn't help but coldly remark, "You really talk too much." The Star Observer smiled. These two young people—one reserved and cool, the other lively and warm—had such contrasting personalities; their interaction was quite interesting. "For the more advanced cases, practitioners remain active throughout the night, journeying with living companions, enhancing their self-healing abilities and amplifying the moon's influence—overall attributes are comprehensively strengthened. Yet this is an exceptionally lengthy process, dependent on one's innate talent. For instance, Zhao Chenghuang has a natural affinity with the Yin aspect and must begin refining his abilities from the extraordinary stage, progressing all the way to the Master rank before achieving initial success." The Starry Observer explained. "Should there be a special technique involved?" Zhang Yuanqing asked promptly. The Starry Observer nodded: "This concept was proposed by the Master, who is among the first to achieve the Spiritual Realm and currently stands as the strongest night-traveling deity of our age, holding a semi-divine status. It is said that the Master drew inspiration from ancient night-traveling deities' cultivation methods and developed a unique technique tailored specifically for Spiritual Realm practitioners. "This is a closely guarded secret of Taiyuan Sect—exceptions include Zhao Chenghuang and other senior descendants." "Then, can I purchase this?" Zhang Yuanqing asked with urgency. The Starry Observer shook her head: "In principle, the technique is not transferable or tradable." Taiyimen holds its secret techniques in the highest regard. When transmitting a disciple's secret methods, a non-disclosure agreement must be signed, and the elders use the Taiyin Secret Method to conceal memories of the techniques, rendering the effects of spirit consumption, hypnosis, and dream manipulation ineffective. "You may request the headquarters of the Wuxing Alliance to intervene—there's a chance, though." The headquarters has been thinking of ways to press me... Zhang Yuanqing murmured to himself, "I would like to specialize in the power of the Sun." He remembered Yin Ji had advised the Demon King not to focus on the Sun, hence this question. Upon hearing this, the Stargazer remarked: "I do not recommend that you specialize in the Sun. First, there's the matter of time. As I mentioned earlier, this is a lengthy process. If you focus on Taiyin and the Stars, by the time you ascend to the rank of Sovereign, you will have truly mastered the art. However, if you choose the Sun, you'll have to wait until you reach Sovereign rank before beginning—this will be far too slow. Second, specializing in Taiyin and the Stars presents a recurring issue: you may remain stagnant "The elder masters of Taigong discovered that every time a character's card infuses strength, the physical body becomes purer and more aligned—like a hammer being repeatedly tempered, removing impurities. "However, the intervals between the masters entering the dungeons have been too slow. "Ultimately, the secret technique created by the gate master, the 'Solar Chapter,' remains incomplete and underdeveloped. He specializes in the Stars and has reached a state of perfection; perhaps he no longer feels the need to refine the Solar Chapter." Ah, so that's why—Zhang Yuanqing suddenly understood and said, "Then, since I am now a Saint, should I focus more on the Stars?" "It depends on your natural aptitude—whether you are more inclined toward the Yin or the Stars. I observe that you have a strong talent in celestial astrology. How about your proficiency with Yin energy?" asked the Observer of the Stars. "This is primarily reflected in two aspects: the spiritual scrolls and the spirit-consuming ability. Therefore, try to control the spiritual servants within the island and see how many you can manage at once." That’s easy—I’ve mastered the Soul-Command Technique from the Pure Yang Sect, obtained directly from the Sect’s Master. Zhang Yuanqing immediately activated his Phasing Spirit Energy, spreading a dark energy across his eye sockets. His aura grew more enigmatic and ethereal, with an aura of mysterious elegance and refined grace. Taking a deep breath, he roared upward. The sound echoed through the dense, solemn forest. A spectral spirit clinging to the sycamore tree above let out a soft "plink" and fell, drifting outside the tree’s shade, then gracefully executed a shoulder-shake dance under Zhang Yuanqing’s control. One by one, spectral spirits from around the forest drifted in, joining the awkward dance ensemble. "Controlling up to thirteen spectral spirits at once—excellent, truly impressive talent," the Stargazer praised. Just as he finished speaking, his expression suddenly changed. He lifted his gaze toward the deeper part of the forest, where a steady stream of spectral spirits was arriving—fifteen, twenty, twenty-five, thirty… steadily accumulating until a total of ninety-eight. They formed a perfect square formation, moving in unison, their shoulders shaking in perfect rhythm, as if the afterlife’s awkward dance trou Zhao Chenghuang interrupted his breathing and opened his eyes, his pupils filled with shock, his expression stiff. "This... this is impossible," the stargazing observer exclaimed, utterly stunned. Reflecting on his own capabilities, he couldn't imagine manipulating nearly a hundred yuanling to dance with such precision. Moreover, he believed that ninety-eight was not the limit of Yuanshizhen Tianzun, but rather the limit of Jixin Island. The scene before him had already left the stargazing observer breathless, but Zhang Yuanqing's next words completely overwhelmed his ability to manage his expression. "Regarding the spiritual records, I also have some insights," Zhang Yuanqing said, lifting his finger and swiftly drawing symbols in the air, creating a seal imbued with the essence of the Dao: "This is a Seal of Spirit Confinement." He then drew several more: "This is a Seal of Body Stabilization. "This is a Peach Blossom Seal. "This is a Seal of Evil Expulsion... Teacher, what level is it to be able to draw symbols out of thin air?" Zhao Chenghuang and the stargazing observer stared at him, dumbfounded. After a long pause, the stargazer cleared his throat and struggled, asking, "How much do you charge for one private lesson?" "...” ... Zhang Yuanqing had collected two million yuan from the two students for teaching them soul-control techniques—a rather basic and unremarkable spell, in the memory of the Pure Yang Master. As for the ability to draw symbols in mid-air, he politely declined, citing it as a secret not to be shared. While the two students practiced soul-control, Zhang Yuanqing found an excuse to leave and slowly walked to the shore, donning the King of Beasts' bracelet and immersing his palm into the lake water. A green glow spread swiftly across the surface. Closing his eyes, he sensed the lake's creatures through the feedback from the bracelet. Soon, he spotted a moonlight fish and instantly guided it through the bracelet, sending it swimming hundreds of meters to the Hundred-Beasts Island. With the armored man's earlier disturbance, the Hundred-Beasts Island was now under constant surveillance by the academy's teachers and the sea-people and the Tiger King. He could no longer venture into the water without caution. Fortunately, the Dragon King's bracelet obtained from Yin Ji grants control over animals and allows one to perceive their senses. In Zhang Yuanqing's mind, fish-eye vision emerged, revealing the conditions beneath the lake. Soon after, the Moonfish swam near the Hundred-Beast Island, and from a distance, he spotted two graceful, beautiful merfolk holding long spears, patrolling at the island's base. They possessed exquisite, refined faces, long dark-green hair flowing like sea grass, and their green, luminous eyes were enchanting—so much so that even their full, plump fish tails seemed sensually appealing, stirring in Zhang Yuanqing a desire for mating. Oh, the wooden spirit items always seem to awaken a sense of sexual longing... Zhang Yuanqing gritted his teeth in exasperation and ended the control. "A typical adult merfolk would be around level 3; I could swiftly subdue them. But if the Merfolk Queen discovers us, we'll face the risk of being blocked at the door." "The steady approach is to have someone hold off the Queen of the Serpentine People during my time inside the stone gate—this isn't urgent, and it's only the second day, so we can proceed at our own pace." Zhang Yuanqing rubbed the hot, solid golden staff, suppressing his mounting desire to mate. He then turned his attention to the identity of the armored figure, feeling that he simply couldn't uncover it—lacking both opportunities and means. "Well then, if I enter the stone gate quietly and retrieve the treasures quietly, no one will know it was me. The armored figure is likely even unaware that the gate has opened. Even if he does know, he won't be able to find me—searching for someone is a mutual challenge." As he thought about it, a strong impulse to return to nature surged within him. Immediately, he took out the Wind-Bringer gloves and rode the wind toward the Island of Spirit Plants. "Hmm, Master Celestial, how come you've also come? Weren't you teaching at Jixin Island?" said the Peony Immortal with a warm smile. "Don't speak—let me savor the herbs nature has provided me. And stay away from me, or I'll make you enjoy my herbs," said Zhang Yuanqing in a low, resonant voice. The female students were startled, clutching their chests and fleeing in panic. ... At 2 p.m., all the academies gathered at the library. The instructor was still Li Yanxi, the dean. Today, he taught three consecutive classes. After today, he would no longer have any classes.