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Chapter 33: Enraged
Chapter 33: Enraged
The True Martial Library was built within the depths of Dragon and Tiger Mountain, shrouded in secrecy.
The interior was spacious, with intricate carvings covering the walls.
"These writings are the work of generations of Celestial Masters," explained Master Cang Qing.
"They contain the very essence of cultivation."
"You shouldn't spend too much time admiring them."
"An occasional glance will suffice."
"Prolonged exposure may hinder your training."
Master Cang Qing, the head of the manor, offered this reminder, as all eyes, except for Lin Yuan's, were glued to the intricate writings on the walls.
Only after his words did the disciples reluctantly tear their gazes away.
"From now on, your primary focus will be on comprehending the Fire Pearl and the Ice Pearl." Master Cang Qing led everyone to the center of the library, where two stones rested. One shone with a fiery red surface, while the other was a deep, mesmerizing blue. Faint traces of heat and cold radiated from them.
"These pearls, crafted from Sky Crystals from the depths of the East Sea, can absorb and preserve all sorts of energies," Master Cang Qing continued. "Generations of Celestial Masters from my manor have infused their power into them over the years, resulting in the Fire Pearl and Ice Pearl you see before you today."
Lin Yuan, standing nearby, furrowed his brows at this revelation.
These pearls were likely a heavily weakened version of the solar and lunar powers contained within the True Martial Sword.
Attempts by the Celestial Masters to replicate those powers had led to the creation of these imitation pearls.
However, whether due to the quality of materials or the vast disparity in strength, even with the combined efforts of the Celestial Masters, the Fire and Ice Pearls fell far short of the true solar and lunar powers within the sword.
They were like fireflies compared to the sun—this was Lin Yuan's first impression.
As Lin Yuan pondered this, Master Cang Qing continued, "Your main goal now is to comprehend the solar and lunar powers within the Fire and Ice Pearls."
"The strong cultivators of my manor typically follow one of two paths."
"The Yin Extreme or the Yang Extreme."
"Whichever path you choose, be it Yin or Yang, once you understand three to four parts of it, you will be able to enter the Celestial Phenomenon realm."
Master Cang Qing scanned the room, ensuring everyone was paying attention.
This was the path laid out by the first Celestial Master for future disciples of the manor.
And indeed, it had proven to be a powerful path. Cultivators from the manor who reached the Celestial Phenomenon realm were consistently stronger than their peers outside.
This was all thanks to the Yin Extreme or Yang Extreme paths.
Even the Celestial Masters themselves followed one of these two paths.
However, they had the advantage of being able to study the true nature of the solar and lunar powers within the True Martial Sword.
The boost they received from this was immeasurable, allowing them to progress far along the Yin Extreme or Yang Extreme paths.
After finishing his explanation, Master Cang Qing dismissed the four disciples.
He then turned to Lin Yuan.
"You need not bother with the Fire and Ice Pearls." Master Cang Qing fixed his gaze on Lin Yuan.
Although he was unaware of the True Martial Sword's secrets, the records of the manor suggested that the chosen Celestial Masters of generations past had shown little interest in the Fire and Ice Pearls during their training here.
Despite this, they had still managed to forge ahead on the Yin Extreme and Yang Extreme paths.
Thus, Master Cang Qing surmised that they must have had an alternative method of cultivation.
"Instead, focus on studying the writings on the walls. They contain the insights and epiphanies of the Celestial Masters, and they will be of great help to you." Master Cang Qing saw Lin Yuan as the future Celestial Master. Hence, he offered this advice.
"Alright." Lin Yuan nodded.
The Celestial Masters of the manor were beings who had transcended the Celestial Phenomenon realm.
Their insights would undoubtedly benefit him.
"If you have any questions or encounter any difficulties, don't hesitate to call for me," Master Cang Qing said before leaving. His words made it clear how highly he regarded Lin Yuan.
From then on, Lin Yuan remained within the True Martial Library.
Disciples from the manor brought him food and drink, and he had no reason to leave.
Even if he wanted to, he could only wander the Dragon and Tiger Mountain—a restriction placed on all chosen Celestial Masters before their ascension.
The primary reason for this rule was to ensure the True Martial Sword remained secure.
The sword was pivotal to the creation of a Celestial Master, and its loss would be catastrophic.
Time flowed on.
In the blink of an eye, half a year passed.
Lin Yuan sat cross-legged before a stone wall, his eyes scanning the numerous writings etched upon it.
These were the words of the eighteenth Celestial Master of Dragon and Tiger Mountain, detailing his insights into the Yang Extreme path.
[Your comprehension ability is heaven-defying. By studying the stone walls of the Celestial Masters, your understanding of the Yin-Yang Dao has deepened.]
Half an hour later, Lin Yuan opened his eyes.
"Finally, the complete transformation," he said, a smile spreading across his face.
During this period, Lin Yuan had not only been comprehending the Yin-Yang Dao but also converting all his previous Celestial Phenomenon realm true energy into solar and lunar powers.
Using either of these powers as a foundation, one could enter the Celestial Phenomenon realm with a strength two to four times greater than normal.
This was just the beginning of the changes.
In terms of potential and cultivation speed, the Extreme Yin and Extreme Yang paths also outperformed many other Celestial Phenomenon cultivators.
Originally, Lin Yuan would have needed fifty years to surpass the Celestial Phenomenon realm.
But after converting his foundation to the Extreme Yin and Extreme Yang paths, even without drawing upon the insights of the true solar and lunar powers within the True Martial Pendant, he estimated that it would take him only two or three decades to surpass the Celestial Phenomenon realm. This meant a savings of nearly half the time.
"Peak Brother," called Qingping, the little Daoist disciple, as he scampered over.
"How's your insight coming along?"
"Ai, the Fire Pearl is too difficult to comprehend. I still haven't figured anything out yet," Qingping said with a dejected look on his face.
"Take it slow. There's no rush," Lin Yuan consoled him.
Qingping had chosen the Extreme Yang path, so he was trying to comprehend the Fire Pearl. Even though its effects were far inferior to those of the True Martial Sword, it was better than nothing. With Qingping's talent, which had been recognized by the Heaven Master's Sword, he would surely gain something if he patiently cultivated it for several years or even a decade.
"How about you, Peak Brother? How's your insight coming along?" Qingping asked, his eyes sparkling with anticipation.
"I've made some progress," Lin Yuan replied, thinking for a moment. He raised his right hand, and a strand of Extreme Yin power and Extreme Yang power swirled and collided between his fingers.
"Wow!" Qingping exclaimed, his eyes widening. "Peak Brother, you're amazing!"
Although he was astonished, Qingping didn't show any signs of disbelief. Ever since Lin Yuan had held the True Martial Sword in the Sword Tomb, all the little Daoist disciples had sensed that irresistible aura from him.
Later, Manor Master Cang Qing had repeatedly reminded them not to compare themselves to Lin Yuan. As the future Heaven Master, Lin Yuan was destined to tower over the world, and comparing themselves to him would only lead to a disturbance in their hearts, making it difficult for them to enter the Celestial Phenomenon realm.
"Wow, Peak Brother, you're so cool!" the other three little Daoist disciples exclaimed, their big eyes blinking with envy.
Half a month later, Manor Master Cang Qing and two other Celestial Phenomenon cultivators arrived to check on the disciples' progress.
First up was Qingping. He lifted his hand, and a faint thread of scorching aura could be seen swirling around it.
"Not bad. You've entered the initial stages," Manor Master Cang Qing nodded in approval.
Having walked the path of Extreme Yang himself, he was especially sensitive to the scorching auras of the world.
Next were the three Daoist disciples. One of them, like Qingping, had barely entered the initial stages of the Extreme Yin path. The other two had yet to enter.
"The Extreme Yin and Extreme Yang paths are abstruse and profound. Even with the Fire and Ice Pearls to aid your comprehension, it's not easy to enter the initial stages," Manor Master Cang Qing said, encouraging them not to lose heart and to continue cultivating patiently.
After inspecting the four disciples' progress, Manor Master Cang Qing turned his gaze to Lin Yuan.
Not only Manor Master Cang Qing, but the other two Celestial Phenomenon cultivators as well, were keenly interested in Lin Yuan, who had been chosen by the True Martial Pendant and was the future Heaven Master.
Among the four disciples, two had entered the initial stages of comprehending either the Extreme Yin or Extreme Yang paths. So, as the most talented of them all, what progress had Lin Yuan made? Manor Master Cang Qing and the other two Celestial Phenomenon cultivators were eager to find out.
"Manor Master," Lin Yuan stepped forward and raised his right hand.
The Extreme Yin power and Extreme Yang power appeared, constantly colliding and intertwining, and a deeper, more profound aura seemed to emanate from their interaction.
"Amazing!"
"Peak Brother has become even stronger!"
"I wonder when I'll be able to reach Peak Brother's level," the other four disciples exclaimed, their eyes shining with admiration.
Among them, even the two who had entered the initial stages could only gather a strand of Extreme Yin or Extreme Yang power as thin as a hair. But Lin Yuan had managed to gather strands as thick as his thumb, the difference was obvious.
What the little Daoist disciples didn't notice was that as Lin Yuan manipulated the Extreme Yin and Extreme Yang powers simultaneously, Manor Master Cang Qing's expression suddenly turned ugly.
"Who told you to cultivate both the Extreme Yin and Extreme Yang paths at the same time?" Manor Master Cang Qing's face reddened, and he looked at Lin Yuan with a pained expression. "Either the Extreme Yin or the Extreme Yang path alone is a path to transcendence. But cultivating both at the same time is a dead end, a path to destruction. Yin and Yang are fundamentally opposing forces, and cultivating them together may not show any issues initially, but it will only become more troublesome as you progress. Our Heaven Master Manor's third generation Heaven Master attempted to cultivate both, infusing his body with Extreme Yin power, but it ended in his body exploding and his death."
"Have you thought about the consequences of your reckless actions?" Manor Master Cang Qing was so angry that he couldn't help but reprimand Lin Yuan.
(End of Chapter)
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