Inquiries About Longevity Chapter 228: Unraveling the Mysteries of Arrays - Novel Cool

Chapter 228: Unraveling the Mysteries of Arrays

Chapter 228: Unraveling the Mysteries of Arrays

Mo Hua was completely stunned.

Only by reaching the Foundation Establishment stage could one possess the spiritual sense of a Foundation Establishment cultivator, and he needed that spiritual sense to become a Foundation Establishment cultivator...

As the saying goes, a good swimmer can drown, and an expert rider can fall.

Originally, his strong spiritual sense was a good thing, but now it had become an obstacle.

Mo Hua silently counted the ways to enhance his spiritual sense: First, he was currently at the seventh layer of Qi Refining, and if he broke through to the eighth and ninth layers, his spiritual sense would also increase.

Secondly, he could practice arrays on the Dao stele.

Normally, drawing arrays could exercise one's spiritual sense, resulting in some improvement. This was also why array masters tended to have stronger spiritual senses than regular cultivators.

However, drawing arrays on the Dao stele, with clear thoughts and sudden insights, seemed to enhance one's spiritual sense even more noticeably.

Aside from that, Mo Hua couldn't think of any other ways to strengthen his spiritual sense.

Mo Hua asked, "Teacher, is it really possible for me to have the spiritual sense of a Foundation Establishment cultivator before I reach that stage?"

"How would you know if you don't try?"

Zhuang Xian's eyes flickered, "With your current rate of spiritual sense improvement, it's not impossible."

Mo Hua nodded, but still felt uncertain, "Teacher, is there any other way to enhance my spiritual sense?"

Mo Hua thought for a moment, and his eyes lit up as he said, "For example, the visualization charts you mentioned before."

"Visualization charts..." Zhuang Xian hesitated for a moment, his eyes narrowing slightly, "Visualization charts are extremely rare, and they contain hidden dangers. Unless it's an absolute necessity, it's best not to touch them, let alone rely on them."

Mo Hua's heart skipped a beat at his words.

Zhuang Xian continued, "There aren't any other good methods either. You can only rely on drawing arrays, learning more, and practicing more. However, the things you practice can be a bit different."

Zhuang Xian took out a booklet and an ancient-looking array chart from his bosom, "This is the Collection of Array Solutions, and here's an array that's a bit special."

Mo Hua glanced at Zhuang Xian, "Teacher, did you prepare these beforehand?"

Otherwise, how could he have taken them out right after mentioning them...

Zhuang Xian looked at Mo Hua helplessly. This kid was too clever.

"In everything, preparation is the key to success, and lack of preparation leads to failure. The same is true for learning and teaching." Zhuang Xian advised.

Mo Hua nodded in agreement. The same was true for demon hunting—one had to be well-prepared to act appropriately in any situation.

Zhuang Xian pointed to the Collection of Array Solutions and said, "This is a book on solving arrays. It records some complex principles, which are more difficult than the previous book I gave you. Take it back and study it carefully. Practice solving arrays when you have time."

"Drawing arrays can exercise your spiritual sense, and solving arrays can do the same, but with even better results."

Mo Hua looked at the other array chart and asked, "What about this array?"

"This array is also for you to practice your spiritual sense."

Mo Hua looked at the array and asked curiously, "This array seems to be incomplete?"

Zhuang Xian nodded, "The incomplete version is enough. You won't be able to draw the complete one."

"I won't be able to draw it?" Mo Hua looked at it carefully again and was surprised, "Teacher, is this a first-grade array? Why are there nine and a half array lines?"

Wasn't it said that a single first-grade array could contain a maximum of nine array lines?

Zhuang Xian's eyes darkened, and his expression became more solemn:

"Do you remember when I told you that the grades of the Dao Court are determined by their rules, but that heaven's path has its own variations and does not follow human norms?"

"Nine lines are first-grade, ten lines are second-grade, and ten lines of the first-grade are the variations of heaven's path!"

"This Reverse Spirit Array contains ten first-grade array lines. It is a variation of heaven's path and is not within the norms of the Dao Court's array legacy."

Mo Hua was shocked by what he heard. This was the first time he had come into contact with such profound array legacy.

With a serious expression and respectful eyes, Mo Hua carefully examined the Reverse Spirit Array chart once more, feeling awe.

The chart was simple and ancient, the array lines obscure, and the array pivot abstruse. Just by looking at it, one could sense an indescribable profundity.

It was indeed as Zhuang Xian had said, filled with the variations of heaven's path.

Moreover, the chart was torn at one corner, making its origins seem even more profound and weighty.

Mo Hua asked cautiously, "Was this chart damaged during its legacy?"

"No." Zhuang Xian replied casually, "I just tore it."

"Ah..." Mo Hua's thoughts were in disarray.

"The complete Reverse Spirit Array is too difficult. You won't be able to learn it, so I tore off a corner, leaving nine and a half array lines for you to study."

Mo Hua was at a loss for words.

"Most cultivators can't learn it anyway. It would just gather dust if I kept it," Zhuang Xian replied. "Study it well. If you can master these nine and a half lines, I'll give you a complete set."

"Yes, Teacher!"

Then, something clicked in Mo Hua's mind. "'Reverse Spirit Array'... Those words seem familiar," he murmured, his eyes lighting up as he asked, "Is the Reverse Spirit Array used to break formation eyes?"

The formation eye of an array was usually a Gathering Spirit Array, and to break it, one would need to use a Reverse Spirit Array.

However, Mo Hua had flipped through numerous array books and had never come across any mention of the Reverse Spirit Array.

It was said to be a profound array, often passed down secretly within influential families skilled in arrays, and rarely taught to outsiders.

Only now did Mo Hua understand why. A ten-line first-grade array, a variation of heaven's path, and a legacy of powerful clans—no wonder it wasn't recorded in ordinary array books.

Zhuang Xian nodded. "So these two tasks are actually one and the same—breaking formations. One is to learn how to break the formation lines, and the other is to learn the Reverse Spirit Array to break the formation eye. Different paths, same destination."

Mo Hua's eyes widened in realization, and he marveled at Zhuang Xian's foresight.

From now on, he just needed to focus on practicing breaking formations and honing his spiritual sense.

As long as his spiritual sense was strong enough, there was hope for him to reach the Foundation Establishment stage.

"That reminds me, Teacher," Mo Hua asked, his curiosity getting the better of him, "Aside from 'improving intelligence and leisure' and training spiritual sense, are there any other practical applications for breaking formations?"

Mo Hua believed in the principle of "learning to be useful," feeling that it was best to be able to apply what one learned, otherwise, it would be a waste.

Zhuang Xian's eyes glinted with a hint of amusement. "Breaking formations is naturally used to, well, break arrays."

"Can't we just use force or spiritual power to break them? What advantage does breaking formations have?"

"Breaking them with force is too crude and creates too much of a ruckus," Zhuang Xian said with a hint of disdain. "Breaking formations is much more sophisticated and discreet. You can undo someone else's array without them even realizing it."

Mo Hua nodded, starting to understand.

"There's one more thing," Zhuang Xian added. "Breaking formations not only breaks the array itself but can also break the heart of the array master."

"The heart of the Dao?"

"When the array that another array master takes pride in is broken line by line by you, their heart will waver. If their heart is not firm enough, they might even crumble completely."

A smile played at the corners of Zhuang Xian's mouth, a mischievous glint in his eyes.

Mo Hua looked at him strangely. "Teacher, have you done this sort of thing often in the past..."

Zhuang Xian ruffled Mo Hua's hair with his slender fingers. "Always prying."

Mo Hua chuckled.

Zhuang Xian waved his hand. "Go and study. A skilled array master must not only know how to create arrays but also be proficient in breaking them."

"Yes, Teacher!"

Mo Hua carefully placed the Collection of Array Solutions and the tattered Reverse Spirit Array into his storage bag, then bid farewell to Zhuang Xian.

As Mo Hua walked away, Zhuang Xian shook his head and sighed. "This disciple... He's not going to be easy to teach."

Kui Lao appeared beside him, his expression calm. "You've chosen a good cultivation technique for him."

Zhuang Xian heard the subtle mockery in his tone but didn't mind. "If he aspires to become an array master, spiritual sense is the most important thing. Honing his spiritual sense will not only help him learn arrays more easily but also facilitate his breakthrough. It's a double benefit."

"Have you ever seen a cultivator who hasn't reached the Foundation Establishment stage but possesses the spiritual sense of one who has?" Kui Lao asked.

"It's been recorded in the classics, but I've never seen it myself..." Zhuang Xian's gaze drifted through the corridor, beyond the courtyard, and landed expectantly on Mo Hua, who was chatting with the Bai siblings under the big locust tree.

"So I want to see it for myself."

Kui Lao's eyes narrowed slightly. "That won't be easy."

"I know," Zhuang Xian said. "But I underestimated this cultivation technique. This Heavenly Variation Technique is worth any price as long as he can break through."

Kui Lao was slightly taken aback by his words.

Zhuang Xian's eyes took on a distant look as he gazed at Mo Hua, his eyes growing deeper:

"Heavenly Variation... The variations of heaven's path..."

(End of Chapter)

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