Big Data Cultivation

The Xia Family has been fighting with Master Ma for over twenty years, how could they not know that Master Ma is just an alias?

That's right, it really is an alias. Don't be fooled by the fact that he's a master, using an alias in society is quite normal.

Master Ma doesn't use his real name, not only because he doesn't want to trouble his family but also because he wants others to fear him more—a master whose origins are unknown is someone people generally avoid provoking.

So the moment Xia Ziling heard Feng Jun say he knew of the other party's origin, her attitude immediately changed.

She has already expressed where her hatred for Master Ma stems from: not just because he killed her father and brother, but because he's been continuously putting enormous pressure on the Xia Family for over two decades.

This kind of pressure... without experiencing it firsthand, it's hard to truly understand. It's coming from all directions. The Xia family members have to be extremely cautious even when stepping outside, and their enemies often subtly use this as a threat.

What's more crucial is that the Xia Family is in a defensive position while Master Ma is always on the offensive—it's said that there are only a thousand days for the thief, but not a thousand days to guard against thieves.

The hatred she's accumulated against Master Ma is unmatched by any ordinary person. If she could, she would hope Master Ma's family would also endure equivalent suffering—otherwise, her heart wouldn't be at peace.

So when she heard that Feng Jun had some related news about Master Ma's family, her mood underwent a drastic change—as harshly as he bullied my family back then, the Xia Family's revenge would be just as intense.

Feng Jun smiled, "If I gift you the news about his family, will it be enough to request a Golden Core Technique?"

"It's enough," Xia Ziling nodded without hesitation, thinking that if the elders in her clan knew they could get such information, they might even be willing to give two sets of Golden Core Techniques. The resentment has been pent up for far too long.

Of course, this kind of information will once again stir up a bloody storm, but even Xia Ziling, this woman, doesn't find anything wrong with it. The Cultivation World is inherently cold and ruthless, as flamboyant as one is in success, as tragic they'll be in failure.

"Since it's enough, then let's discuss the price," Feng Jun responded deeply, "I'm not particularly interested in knowing all the Golden Core Techniques your Xia Family has. I just want to know if you have the Golden Core Technique of the Devouring Primordial Heaven."

"Devouring Primordial Heaven Technique," Xia Ziling's eyes flickered, hesitatingly asked, "Just the Golden Core Stage content of this technique?"

"That's right," Feng Jun nodded, "if you have this technique, a trade can be made. If not, then it would require two sets of Golden Core Stage techniques, the specifications of which are not restricted."

"Two sets of Golden Core Stage techniques," Huang Fu Wu Xia couldn't help but make a face, "Mountain Master Feng, you really are generous."

Golden Core Stage Techniques are something that ordinary Mortal Realm families cannot even hope to come across.

"That's quite normal," Kong Ziyi replied casually, "knowing where your enemies are and exacting revenge is a liberating experience, and clarity of mind and heart is more important than anything else."

Xia Ziling tilted her head, thought seriously, and asked, "May I know why... why do you specifically request this technique, Senior Feng?"

Feng Jun answered casually, "Because I'm cultivating the Devouring Primordial Heaven Technique, is that reason enough?"

This statement left not only Xia Ziling but everyone else stunned, as it was the first time they heard about Mountain Master Feng's foundational technique.

Then, Kong Ziyi nodded in sudden realization, "No wonder your advancement speed is so fast."

In her view, Feng Jun's advancement speed was ridiculously quick. She used to want to ask this question, but it was too sensitive and planned to ask when the timing was right—it was best to wait for him to mention it voluntarily.

Now that she knows he's cultivating the Devouring Primordial Heaven, she understands why his progress is so quick. That kind of extraordinary technique is challenging to begin with, has high entry requirements, but once you start, there are practically no bottlenecks.

Huang Fu Wu Xia gasped, covering her small mouth, looking at Feng Jun in surprise, "So, you're the true wealthy one, actually daring to cultivate such an extravagant technique."

She hails from a Golden Core Family, cherished by her ancestors, is in the Tiantong Commercial Alliance with her own relatively independent slice of influence. Even within the Huang Fu Family, she is a well-respected little wealthy figure.

But in her eyes, the Devouring Primordial Heaven Technique is still an extravagant technique she couldn't afford—barely cultivating it might be possible, but it would at least consume a massive amount of her resources, leaving no room for anything else.

Master Xiaosong had other thoughts, and his eyes lit up, "Feng Xiaoyou, doesn't your sect have the Golden Core Technique of the Devouring Primordial Heaven?"

"There is, of course, a technique," Feng Jun casually nodded, replying nonchalantly, "but the Golden Core Technique of this Devouring Primordial Heaven doesn't have a standard form, each family's Golden Core Technique varies..."

He paused as he said this, but the eyes of others brightened, having already guessed what he was about to say.

Predictably, Mountain Master Feng did not conceal his ambition, "I want to acquire more sets and devise a Golden Core Technique of my own... Of course, this is just a thought; whether I can achieve it remains uncertain. My arrogance may make Master Xiaosong laugh."

"How could I dare laugh at a prodigy like you?" Master Xiaosong rolled his eyes helplessly. He might be an Immortal Second Generation, feeling quite good about himself usually, but compared to Feng Jun, he genuinely felt worthless.

At the mere Out-of-Dust Stage, he's planning to tailor-make and devise a Golden Core Stage Technique for himself. Such a thing... who has ever heard of it?

Were it another Out-of-Dust Stage someone bold enough to say such a thing, Master Xiaosong would truly spit in the person's face. However, when Feng Jun said it, he couldn't actually doubt it, considering Feng Jun had already tailored a technique for Tang Shixun, modifying the famous "Yang Thunder Scripture."

Kong Ziyi spoke up to ask, "Mountain Master Feng, devising a technique for yourself isn't just ordinarily difficult. The taboo of 'physician cannot self-heal,' you must carefully consider this."

"Thank you for your reminder, Daoist Friend Zi Yi," Feng Jun replied with a smile and a salute. "I know the difficulty is exceptionally high, but the temptation of tailoring a technique for oneself is overwhelming. No matter what, I must try it before I can rest."

Master Xiaosong nodded impulsively upon hearing this, "Indeed, I would feel restless if I didn't attempt it myself."

"Then I wish you success," Kong Ziyi saluted elegantly and graciously.

However, Huang Fu Flawless took out a book, flipped through it for a moment, then nodded, "Indeed, the Golden Core Technique for Devouring Primordial Heaven is incredibly varied. I wonder, Mountain Master Feng, what were you thinking when you chose this technique?"

What's there to think? It was the only technique available, Feng Jun cleared his throat and saluted towards the sky, "My master devised it..."

No more words needed, Mountain Master Feng's ability to devise techniques is astonishing; as for his master's level... it's truly uncertain how high it could be.

Master Xiaosong briefly moved his hand, wanting to snatch that book from Huang Fu Flawless— although he was an Immortal Second Generation, he wasn't omniscient and wasn't clear on the details of Devouring Primordial Heaven Technique, eager to understand some more.

But he held back in the end; Huang Fu Flawless was not a Taiqing disciple and was a female cultivator. Although he was a Living Entity, it was best not to leave people with the impression of "bullying the small."

In fact, he was more interested in Feng Jun's master, "May I ask, what is your master's cultivation level?"

Feng Jun shook his head and answered directly, "I dare not speak presumptuously about my master, I hope Master forgives me."

Actually, this was not a matter of asking for forgiveness, Master Xiaosong nodded with a smile, "Not at all, I was presumptuous. I'm actually quite interested in your master's ability to devise techniques."

Feng Jun smiled and didn't continue the topic but turned to Xia Ziling, "I've laid out the conditions. If you can't make the decision, go discuss it with your clansmen, but you need to give me a deadline."

"No need to discuss," Xia Ziling answered decisively, "I can answer you now, my family has the Golden Core Stage technique for Devouring Primordial Heaven... initially thought of as useless, but surprisingly, it's useful now."

"Alright," Feng Jun nodded, "Go fetch the technique, and I'll provide you the heads and information."

Xia Ziling saluted and took her leave. Huang Fu Flawless cleared her throat, revealing her purpose and expressed that Taiqing didn't mind; whether to fight or negotiate was up to him.

"What do I think..." Feng Jun mused for a moment, smiling as he replied, "I don't mind either, but since they sent Golden Core Masters to kill me, an apology is certainly necessary."

Huang Fu Flawless couldn't help but defend the Qinggang Sect, "They didn't send Golden Core Masters to kill you, just to capture you."

"You're wrong there, Flawless," Kong Ziyi interjected, "What would they do if they couldn't take you? They would certainly kill... Any talents that can't be used must be eliminated."

"Alright, I was mistaken," Huang Fu Flawless nodded cleanly, "I was just anxious, but my point is you should consider what compensation you need. It's a rare chance to take advantage."

"What do I need..." Feng Jun looked at her, pondered for a moment, then suddenly recalled an old thing, "They have techniques for building Transmission Arrays, right?"

"Transmission... should be no problem," Huang Fu Flawless thought a moment and nodded, "The Qinggang Sect has considerable expertise in small Transmission Arrays. If they say they can't, you can delegate to our Tiantong to finish it. From where to where do you want to build this Transmission?"

Feng Jun answered without hesitation, "From White Pebble Beach to Mount Zhige."

"Not mistaken, are you?" Huang Fu Flawless knew Feng Jun was rather capricious, but to such a degree was quite astounding, "The distance between these two points exceeds a million miles—it's quite expensive... The construction is pricey, and the usage is costly too."

Actually, Transmission Arrays aren't afraid of being expensive; the key issue remains... the other side is the Mortal Realm, and we don't act so capriciously.

(August's first update, seeking August's baseline monthly votes.)