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Chapter 287: The Scholar's Enlightenment
Chapter 287: The Scholar's Enlightenment
After finishing their business discussion, Su Chen actually wanted to inquire about Autumn Frost's situation.
She looked to be in a truly poor state.
Just as he was about to ask, Autumn Frost took the initiative to chat about some trivial matters.
They talked about daily life and other mundane topics, engaging in small talk.
Autumn Frost was actually trying to understand if Su Chen was still facing any difficulties and if she could offer some assistance.
During their conversation, they brought up Jin Yue.
"The last time I visited your Celestial Capital, I saw your junior sister.
She looked quite lively and adorable.
She seems to have some affection for you. Is there something between you two?"
Autumn Frost's face carried a smile, but this time, there was a hint of teasing in her tone.
"Senior Autumn, there's nothing between Jin Yue and me. We're just fellow disciples.
Jin Yue comes from a renowned alchemy clan in Great Zhou, an extraordinary background.
A power like the Jin family is beyond my reach. It's best not to aim too high."
Upon hearing these words, Autumn Frost's expression turned serious.
"Perhaps they haven't recognized your talent yet? With your current strength and rate of improvement, you surpass many of Jin Kingdom's geniuses.
In your Great Zhou, with such talent and potential, it's others who aren't worthy of you.
Or, do you need some help from me?"
Hearing this, Su Chen shook his head repeatedly.
"It's best for Jin Yue and me to remain as fellow disciples.
Without those obstacles, it would still be difficult for us to be together."
"Is there something lacking in her?"
"She's great in every aspect, but there are some strange things. My heart instinctively feels that we're not a good match."
Su Chen furrowed his brows, his thoughts becoming complicated.
This reason seemed a bit weak, but when Autumn Frost heard it, she nodded, seemingly convinced by this explanation.
After chatting about her own affairs, Su Chen felt he could also ask Autumn Frost a similar question.
However, after some hesitation, he realized that she was still his senior, after all.
To be honest, Su Chen was quite curious.
Amidst his hesitation, Su Chen noticed that Autumn Frost's condition seemed even worse than before, appearing increasingly fatigued.
"Senior Autumn, are you injured?"
Su Chen couldn't help but ask.
Upon hearing this, Autumn Frost took out a brass mirror.
Seeing her reflection, she seemed to realize her own state.
"During my experimentation with a cultivation technique, I suffered some backlash.
Thanks to your help last time, I obtained the ultimate treasure from the Heavenly Demon and have now reached the pinnacle of the Transformation Realm.
However, in transitioning from this realm to the Unity Realm, I haven't found a suitable method.
There's a cultivation technique in my family, but its meaning is extremely difficult to comprehend.
My current state is a result of misunderstandings in the cultivation method, leading to some chaos in my inner energy and blood."
Autumn Frost spoke lightly, but the backlash she suffered was indeed minimal.
As a powerful cultivator in the Transformation Realm, she wasn't afraid of this minor backlash.
However, the problem was that her cultivation direction had gone awry.
Every time she cultivated and improved, the backlash on her body intensified.
Hearing this, a hint of hesitation appeared on Su Chen's face.
"Senior Autumn, may I take a look at this cultivation technique?"
Su Chen knew this request was a bit bold, as cultivation techniques were typically highly confidential matters.
Moreover, this was a technique that had caught the eye of a top-tier cultivator like Autumn Frost.
If such a technique fell into the hands of any sect in Great Zhou, it would likely become a treasured artifact.
Autumn Frost seemed more generous than Su Chen had imagined.
He expected her to hesitate, but she was straightforward and readily took out the cultivation technique.
"The complete version is a unique edition, so I've kept it in my family."
I only have a portion of the reproduced scroll here, take a look.
But whatever you see here, you must not cultivate based on this.
This cultivation technique has its foundation in the unique edition of my family's cultivation technique.
Even if others use this cultivation technique, it might be difficult for them to benefit from it, even if they are compatible.
It's very likely that they'll encounter backlash worse than what I experienced."
Su Chen took the cultivation technique from Autumn Frost and nodded.
Sitting in the courtyard, he began to read the scroll.
【Scholar】 Heaven's Destiny Activation, Su Chen read carefully.
This profound cultivation technique was specifically for Transformation Realm cultivators.
Su Chen was well aware that even with the activation of 【Scholar】 Heaven's Destiny, it would be difficult for him to understand its true meaning.
But Su Chen still wanted to give it a try.
After reading 【Scholar】 Heaven's Destiny for some time, he would gain enlightenment.
As long as he could attain enlightenment, he would be able to help Autumn Frost in some way.
Senior Autumn Frost had always been helping him, and Su Chen wanted to repay her.
During Su Chen's diligent study, Autumn Frost took a break to stabilize herself.
Her body's energy and blood surged, but it wasn't a big issue for a Transformation Realm cultivator like her.
However, it wasn't an ideal state.
Su Chen stayed in the small courtyard from dawn till dusk.
Autumn Frost's maid indeed had sharp eyes, and as the sky darkened, she brought a lamp for Su Chen.
Perhaps she was already accustomed to this.
For powerful cultivators like Autumn Frost, there were times when they focused intently, their minds free of distractions.
During such moments, one must not disturb them, lest they disrupt their concentration.
It wasn't until the afternoon of the next day that Su Chen finally attained enlightenment.
There were numerous cultivation methods in the world, and perhaps the path to improvement was the same for all.
However, the specifics of cultivation could be as different as heaven and earth.
For example, the Yunyang Sect and Celestial Capital.
The cultivation techniques of Celestial Capital emphasized physical constitution training, valuing physical strength.
On the other hand, the Yunyang Sect valued intent, or rather, mental state, more.
In cultivation, they favored clever techniques.
Many of the cultivation methods Su Chen was reading now were quite unique.
They should be the exclusive cultivation methods of the Xiao Family.
Su Chen's enlightenment this time didn't grant him insight into the deeper mysteries of this cultivation method.
But with this enlightenment, Su Chen was able to understand the content.
Seeing Su Chen stand up, the maid by his side quickly approached.
"Senior Frost is in the main hall of the small courtyard. Please come with me, Young Master Su."
After speaking, she led Su Chen towards the main hall.
After several hours of rest, Autumn Frost's face regained some color.
"After entering the Transformation Realm, one must not rush cultivation.
My cultivation speed is already fast enough, and slowing down a little won't be a problem.
This technique has been in the Xiao Family for many years, and only a few have truly comprehended it.
My senior family members always boasted that they had the best talent in the world, but even they didn't grasp the profound meaning of the 《Autumn Journey Scripture》.
Moreover, this is just one scroll, and after several hours of reading, if you haven't understood its meaning, it doesn't mean your comprehension is lacking."
Seeing Su Chen, Autumn Frost comforted him.
She seemed to believe that Su Chen hadn't understood the true meaning.
"Senior Autumn Frost, I have some thoughts I'd like to discuss with you."
Su Chen replied softly, not arguing.
Whether he understood the meaning or not, he wanted to talk to Autumn Frost, and she could judge for herself.
Hearing this, Autumn Frost nodded.
Although she didn't believe him, she gave Su Chen some patience.
(End of Chapter)
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