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Chapter 392: Understanding the Situation
Chapter 392: Understanding the Situation
Heavenly Fragrance Pavilion.
The entire pavilion was filled with a subtle fragrance, unlike the common rouge and powder sold outside. Its scent was light and delicate, carrying a tantalizing allure that stirred one's desires.
On the fourth floor, in the fourth room, a sign with the character 'Four' hung on the door. Inside, the room was spacious, with a bed in the inner chamber and a large hall in the outer chamber, ample enough to accommodate several dancing girls.
Flower Shadow and Flower Petal pushed open the door and stepped in with graceful strides, carefully closing it behind them.
Inside the room.
A stranger sat on an elegant seat, his expression calm as he observed them.
Despite his unfamiliar appearance and aura, the sisters barely hesitated. They removed their wooden clogs at the door, revealing two identical pairs of bare feet that stepped onto the yellow pear wood floor. They approached the man and gracefully bowed.
"We pay our respects, sir. Thank you for your timely assistance in resolving today's crisis."
The stranger was none other than Chen Mu.
Although his appearance and aura were disguised, the sisters could not mistake him. Earlier, when he had helped them, he had used the Yin-Yang Power, and the final mind transmission was in his original voice. Naturally, they recognized him.
Chen Mu sat in the chair, observing the twin sisters bowing before him. He picked up the teacup on the table and took a sip, saying, "It's been a while. Your martial cultivation has progressed significantly. This Yin-Yang technique is indeed exquisite. If both of you can break through the Mystic Gateway and enter the Marrow Washing Realm, working together, you might even rival the World-Class Masters."
As he spoke, Chen Mu also observed Flower Shadow and Flower Petal, his expression turned thoughtful.
This wasn't the first time he had encountered the sisters. While he might not know every inch of their bodies, he was well-acquainted with their skills. They had previously told him about their training in the Yin-Yang technique, but at that time, he hadn't delved deeper into it. Now, witnessing their abilities, he felt a sense of wonder.
Twin conjoined sisters were already rare, and even fewer survived separation. Among those who survived, possessing exceptional martial talent was even rarer, let alone becoming true disciples of their sects. Such a pair was truly one in a billion.
Earlier, when Flower Shadow and Flower Petal had joined forces against Helian Cheng, Chen Mu had already arrived at the Heavenly Fragrance Pavilion but hadn't intervened immediately. Instead, he had observed from the shadows, wanting to see their current abilities. And indeed, he was impressed.
Among martial artists, using formation arrays and interconnected vital energy flows was not an uncommon method.
For example, the group of guardians he had encountered from the Mystic Pavilion used the Four Seasons Rotation Technique, allowing their vital energies to form a cyclical whole, enabling them to contend with stronger opponents.
However, formation arrays were ultimately a combination of various external forces, relying on one of the rotations between heaven and earth as the core. It wasn't a true fusion but a forced assembly, falling far short of the power one could achieve by mastering the Four Seasons Realm alone.
The Four Seasons Formation used by the Mystic Pavilion required four people to combine their vital energies, but in reality, it was challenging for the combined power of four people to reach even twofold strength.
Flower Shadow and Flower Petal were different.
Their combined technique was more exquisite and effective. Working together, they could almost completely synthesize their True Energy and intent, reaching at least eighty percent of their combined power.
This was already an impressive feat.
If both sisters could reach the Grandmaster Realm in the future, with each mastering half of the Yin-Yang technique, their potential among Grandmasters would be extraordinary. As long as they perfected their Battle Bodies, they would essentially reach the level of Yuwen Hao. In the Grandmaster Realm, they would be considered powerful.
In such a scenario, their combined strength would be on par with top-tier Grandmasters.
Furthermore, if they could comprehend domains, they would individually rank among the top Grandmasters. If they could then merge their powers, their combined strength would undoubtedly reach the level of World-Class Masters, becoming nearly invincible in the Blood Replacement Realm.
"It's just a minor side technique, unworthy of your praise," Flower Petal said with a charming voice, looking up at Chen Mu. Her large eyes shimmered with ripples, still in awe of Chen Mu's battle at the Earth Abyss. It had taken her a while to recover from the shock.
"You've already accomplished much," Chen Mu praised, addressing both women.
In the past, Flower Petal had ranked in the top ten on the New Talent List, while Flower Shadow had entered the top ten in the last year. On the surface, the sisters didn't seem like the most exceptional talents in Cold Northern Ice Province, but if they were considered as one, it was an entirely different story.
At least in Chen Mu's current understanding, the potential of Flower Shadow and Flower Petal was not far behind Zuo Qianqiu. The only challenge was that they were not the same person, making it much more difficult for them to both reach the Marrow Washing Realm in the future.
"Have you come here regarding the Sea-Stabilizing Pearl?"
Yan Hong looked up at Chen Mu.
Chen Mu nodded slightly, "Alright, let's talk over here. We are old acquaintances; there's no need to be so formal. Besides the Sea-Stabilizing Pearl, I also want to inquire about Dragonwood Island and the Seekwood Heavenly Realm. I believe you should have some information about these places, so please share everything you know."
Although he had learned a lot about Dragonwood Island and the Seekwood Heavenly Realm from Yan Hong, it was only one side of the story. They were merely acquaintances, having met by chance, and were previously strangers, so it was natural for Chen Mu to seek more details from the Flower sisters, Hua Nongyue and Hua Nongying, to better assess the situation.
The Flower sisters' attitude towards him had become increasingly respectful, which was understandable. In this world, strength was revered, and in the eyes of the public, Chen Mu was now on par with the Blood Replacement Realm cultivators. Even in the Flower sisters' eyes, he was seen as a lofty figure, even among those of the same generation. Once a cultivator reached that level, they were considered elite.
"Yes."
The Flower sisters responded in unison and approached Chen Mu.
Hua Nongyue poured a fresh cup of tea for Chen Mu from the teapot on the table and began to narrate the details about Dragonwood Island and the Seekwood Heavenly Realm. Meanwhile, Hua Nongying quietly came up behind Chen Mu and gently placed her delicate hands on his shoulders, slowly massaging them.
Chen Mu shook his head inwardly, amused by Hua Nongying's actions. He had told them to be at ease, but he didn't expect such boldness. Still, as she didn't overstep any further, he let her continue.
"Among the three major sects in the Outer Sea, Tide Listening Cliff isn't the strongest, but it does have a Supreme Elder who has reached the Heaven Person Realm. The Dragonwood Island Master is second only to this Heaven Person Supreme Elder in the Tide Listening Cliff."
Hua Nongyue paid no heed to her sister's actions, quietly recounting the information they had gathered.
As Chen Mu listened to Hua Nongyue's account, he occasionally nodded in agreement.
Although the Qiuanzong had some information about the Outer Sea, their long-standing principle of 'seclusion' meant they had no branches there, resulting in limited intelligence compared to the Joyful Union Sect.
The strength of the three major sects in the Outer Sea was as Chen Mu had anticipated. Together, they boasted four cultivators at the Heaven Person Realm and around twenty to thirty Blood Replacement Realm experts. While this was far less than the entire Great Xuan's ninety-nine provinces, it was still an impressive number for a single sect. Aside from the imperial court, no other power in Great Xuan could produce more than ten Blood Replacement Realm cultivators.
"The Seekwood Heavenly Realm is inhabited by the Spirit People, who are semi-human and semi-demon but possess intelligence comparable to ordinary humans. Their population numbers at least ten million, and among them are over ten Grandmasters. However, their most formidable member is their Spirit People Ancestor, who is even stronger than the Celestial Demon Sect's Sky Demon Ancestor, Yu Wenhao, and is exceptionally powerful within the Blood Replacement Realm."
Hua Nongyue paused and leaned towards Chen Mu, "If you plan to explore the Seekwood Heavenly Realm, the ordinary Spirit People won't pose much of a threat, but you should exercise caution if you encounter their Ancestor."
Although Chen Mu had defeated Yu Wenhao in the Earth Abyss of Ice Province, the intelligence suggested that the Spirit People Ancestor was even more formidable. Compared to the Dragonwood Island Master, who was at the pinnacle of the Blood Replacement Realm just below the Heaven Person Realm, the difference in strength might not be significant.
However, Hua Nongyue's warning was due to the limited information flow from the Outer Sea.
Currently, the only news from the Outer Sea was Chen Mu's battle in the Earth Abyss. The news of his encounter with the Lord of Blood Concealment Tower and his successful defense against the assassination attempt had not yet reached the Flower sisters.
Otherwise, Hua Nongyue might not have issued such a warning, as even with the Spirit People Ancestor's formidable abilities, they were likely only on par with the Headmaster of the Mystic Tower or the Lord of Blood Concealment Tower. Chen Mu had already proven he could handle the latter's assassination attempt.
"Hmm."
Chen Mu took a sip of tea, deep in thought.
His contemplation wasn't about the Spirit People Ancestor's strength but the Seekwood Heavenly Realm itself. As Hua Nongyue had described, it was not a vast place, perhaps comparable in size to a single province in Great Xuan. Yet, this small world had produced a cultivator rivaling the Blood Replacement Realm.
Considering the vastness of Great Xuan, which was hundreds of times larger than the Seekwood Heavenly Realm, Chen Mu now believed that the Blood Replacement Realm might not be the pinnacle of cultivation in Great Xuan. It was just that, having not yet entered the Blood Replacement Realm himself, he couldn't yet perceive the heights that lay beyond.
Action:
Chen Mu inquired further into the details, while Hua Nongyue provided answers to each question.
Comparing the information from both Yan Hong and Hua Nongyue, there seemed to be no contradictions. It appeared that Yan Hong, the princess or county princess from Zhongzhou, was indeed being truthful with him, perhaps even harboring thoughts of winning his affections.
If she knew his true identity, Chen Mu wondered what her intentions would be. He shook his head with a wry smile, but didn't dwell on it. In his current state, he saw no difference between a princess and a commoner.
"So, the opening of Seekwood Heavenly Realm is estimated to be in ten days," Chen Mu said thoughtfully. "It seems I've arrived at the right time."
For Chen Mu, forging a suitable Heaven-Earth Spirit Weapon was important, but his martial cultivation was even more crucial. The Wood Seeking Spirit Liquid had numerous uses, and its effectiveness for body refinement was top-notch. If he had arrived later and missed the opening of Seekwood Heavenly Realm, even with the Sea-Stabilizing Pearl, he would still need to explore and seek resources in the Outer Sea.
The timing of his arrival was just right.
"Does the Seekwood Heavenly Realm also reject Blood Replacement Realm cultivators?" Chen Mu asked, slightly lost in thought.
This was the only concern on Chen Mu's mind at the moment. He had never experienced this kind of repulsion from a Heavenly Realm before and wasn't sure how it worked. He wanted to understand the specifics and the effects it produced.
Hua Nongyue and Hua Nongying couldn't answer this question. Their cultivation levels hadn't reached the Bone Marrow Washing Realm, so they had no knowledge of it.
However, Chen Mu didn't dwell on this issue for long. No matter the situation, he would find out once he was there in person. He now had some understanding of the Void and Heavenly Realms, having already come into contact with them and even forging a Void Spirit Armament himself.
After all the questions were asked, Chen Mu finally turned his gaze to Hua Nongyue and Hua Nongying. He scrutinized them, and suddenly asked, "I noticed that when you two used your secret technique, your Vital Energy Flow and even your thoughts seemed to be connected, as if your souls were briefly united?"
Souls Connected.
This was a mysterious phenomenon.
Even at Chen Mu's current level, he couldn't control Soul Force alone and perform tasks like Soul Perception or Mind Transmission. If he were to do so, it would require the unification of his soul with the heavens and earth, using them as a bridge to perceive or transmit his thoughts over long distances. In essence, it was still a manipulation of his Conceptual Realm.
Souls couldn't exist independently of the body, nor could they exist without the heavens and earth to support them.
Therefore, the soul connection between Hua Nongyue and Hua Nongying was quite mysterious. Although Hua Nongying had mentioned this to him before, Chen Mu had thought it was just a special trait. He never imagined they could turn this situation into a practical application, connecting their Vital Energy Flow and even sharing their thoughts.
"Your insight is remarkable, sir. When my sister and I activate the Yin-Yang Cycle secret technique, our thoughts indeed become one," Hua Nongying said, her big eyes sparkling.
"Can you share memories as well?" Chen Mu asked, his gaze unwavering.
Hua Nongyue and Hua Nongying exchanged a glance, and Hua Nongyue responded, "No, but sometimes I can see glimpses of her experiences, and she can see some of mine."
"Oh?" Chen Mu's interest was piqued.
The ability to share memories to some extent made this even more intriguing. If their memories and thoughts were connected, one might consider them as a single person. Were they two distinct individuals or had they become two different 'avatars' of the same person due to a twist of fate?
"Can you still use the technique?" Chen Mu asked, looking at them.
"Yes," they replied in unison, their identical big eyes shimmering with vitality.
They were well aware of how unique their situation was. In the Joyful Union Sect, their condition had attracted attention and curiosity from numerous elders and the sect leader. With Chen Mu's exceptional martial cultivation level, it was no surprise that he was intrigued.
(End of Chapter)
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