Chapter 519: Reflection of Spiritual Purity
Chapter 519: Reflection of Spiritual Purity
Within the training hall, Xue Laoshi and Chen Chuan sat facing each other, with a row of wide windows beside them, gazing out at the dim sky.
Under the heavy dark clouds, raindrops pattered against the windows. Although the hall had excellent soundproofing, they could still hear the faint yet dense sound of raindrops, and the flickering light beneath the clouds reflected onto the windows, flashing intermittently beside them.
Xue Laoshi's voice echoed in the empty hall.
"After overthrowing the old empire, the Dachun government obtained numerous cultivation manuals from the ancient state religion and the former imperial family. They organized and compiled these materials."
"Following technological advancements, a new set of methods more suitable for the present was developed, and many resources were invested in further refinement and optimization."
"The method I taught you is one of these refined techniques."
"However, this method is now prohibited from being passed on, and many related materials have been sealed and destroyed."
Chen Chuan was surprised. "It's been banned?"
Xue Laoshi explained, "To be precise, this method has never been openly taught outside. It was only taught privately within a limited scope, and even monopolized by certain individuals, hmph..."
He chuckled derisively, then lightly patted his leg. "In any case, the reasons are complex, and I won't go into details now. You'll understand in time."
"Since this method has been destroyed, it no longer has a name. I'll use the old name as a placeholder. Let's call it the 'Reflection of Jade Clarity' method."
He recited, "Wash away the spirit's impurities, and the heart's lamp illuminates jade clarity. Reflecting others, reflecting oneself, reflecting the void, returning to see the heavenly void and leaving behind the impure form."
"The ancient state religion's theory suggests that the human spirit originates from the 'void.' By holding onto the self and returning to the void, one can achieve great transcendence."
"However, this is just a theory. Whether it's achievable or not, no one knows. But I've always believed that if the torch of inheritance keeps burning, one generation after another, perhaps one day, we can reach that realm."
"Well, I'll teach you this method now, Chen Student. Are you ready?"
Chen Chuan immediately held his breath and focused. "Yes."
Xue Laoshi sat still, but his eyes shone with light.
Chen Chuan felt as if countless insights and techniques were reflecting into his mind. After a while, he withdrew from this receptive state.
He inquired and found that besides the sensing and absorbing essence techniques mentioned by Xue Laoshi, there was also a set of exercises for expelling foreign corruption.
Xue Laoshi waited for him to sense for a while before continuing, "I've mentioned that foreign corruption and essence come together. Some people neglect the expulsion of foreign corruption and only crave for essence, which is the most common pitfall."
"You might not sense foreign corruption at first, but it will subtly change you over time."
"Many people don't realize their issues until it's too late, and by then, the foreign corruption has become one with them, indistinguishable. At that point, there's no turning back."
His voice softened, "They might be able to progress far, but in the end, their cultivation might lead to a self that is no longer themselves. By the time they no longer see themselves as human, the consequences will be dire."
He paused, not continuing further, and instead, he continued to teach about this method.
With a solemn expression, he said, "Chen Student, to break through this stage and reach higher limits, both your spirit and body must be perfected."
"I won't dwell on physical cultivation; you should pay attention to it yourself. I'll mainly focus on spiritual cultivation."
"Usually, it's impossible to ascend to the spirit realm in one go. You need to gradually wash away the impurities and filth in your spirit, returning to the innate purity from the taints of the mortal world. This is the process of refining and purifying."
"Typically, what a fighter can do is what you've been doing—repeatedly refining and accumulating through battles, hovering at the threshold, gradually nurturing and refining."
"But when the heavenly gate opens, and essence descends, if you can gather enough essence to refine your spirit, it will significantly shorten your spiritual cultivation time."
Chen Chuan nodded unconsciously.
Xue Laoshi smiled and then spoke, "But this is still insufficient because the world has changed. This method was most effective in a world without the World Ring."
"Now, with the World Ring, relying solely on this method will only provide you with a relatively stable cultivation environment. But your spirit won't be able to reach greater heights."
"You might not understand what I mean, but let me put it this way. While expanding your spiritual breadth, you also need to pursue height."
"The more your spirit ventures into the depths of the heavenly gate, the more essence you can theoretically obtain."
"If you can leave a trace of your spirit at that height, the next time you reach there, you can quickly ascend to that level and, naturally, acquire more essence."
"So, when practicing this method, you can't just focus on the cultivation technique and remain stationary. You also need another method to propel your spirit upwards."
As he spoke, a glint of determination flashed in Xue Laoshi's eyes.
"And we, as fighters, naturally use combat to prove ourselves and achieve fulfillment."
He looked at Chen Chuan, "Chen, when the Heavenly Gate opens, fight with all you've got. Experience the joy of battle, pursue your goals, and elevate your spirit."
A smile graced his face as he continued, "You need not worry about finding opponents. When that day arrives, you won't lack for challenges."
"After the World Ring is established, due to the decrease in danger, many fighters and organizations from various countries will actively try to break through the Heavenly Gate to gain power. However, this will undoubtedly lead to severe consequences, so it's jointly blocked by governments and companies worldwide."
"Every time a Realm Organism splits in Central City, it attracts numerous eager fighters seeking advancement."
"So, on that day, there will surely be many Third Limit Fighters who walk this path and enter Central City. They will seize this opportunity to gain more power, while various organizations and groups will strive to achieve their goals."
"You should know that when the World Ring is breached, and the Mumia Realm Organism is about to split, such an opportunity may not come again for decades. That's why I tell you not to miss this chance."
At this moment, Chen Chuan suddenly realized that Three Cities Wilderness had come here, challenging him verbally but quickly backing down, saying he would stay for a while.
There must be a reason for this.
Taking a deep breath, he said, "Student understands."
"However, when choosing opponents, be mindful of certain situations."
Xue Laoshi solemnly advised, "When a fighter elevates their spirit to a certain level, they gain some ability to interfere with matter, which is the external manifestation of the Heart Jade's illumination."
"At that point, they're already halfway across the threshold of the past."
"Those fighters who are about to break their limits exist in this realm. They haven't undergone the final refinement, still carrying a trace of human impurity, but their strength is undoubtedly formidable. If you encounter them, be extremely cautious."
Hearing this, Chen Chuan's heart stirred. It seemed that Chen Bitong might have reached this level. He nodded and said, "Thank you, Laoshi, for the reminder."
Xue Laoshi hummed in agreement and added, "There's one more thing. When the Heavenly Gate opens, and you use this technique, your spirit will connect with the opponent. The deeper the connection, the more your spirit will be tempered and purified."
"However, when your spirit elevates to a certain degree, the dangers you face will increase accordingly. You may attract the attention of the other side, so you must find a way to protect yourself."
As he spoke, he took out an object and handed it to Chen Chuan.
"This is for you. It can protect you for a certain period, but remember, if it changes color, stop immediately. Otherwise, problems may arise. You must be cautious."
Chen Chuan took it; it resembled a bracelet with beads of an unknown material, somewhat like amber, each bead shaped like a teardrop.
"Thank you, Laoshi," he said, then asked, "Laoshi, when will the Mumia Realm Organism split, approximately?"
Xue Laoshi replied, "The exact time is uncertain, perhaps not even determined yet. But as a fighter embarking on the path of spiritual cultivation, you should be able to sense the Mumia's agitation. You should have noticed it when you took the special medication, right?"
Similarly, when the Mumia splits, its spirit will be the first to stir. You can judge the timing from its specific reactions; it will happen within that time frame, give or take a little."
Chen Chuan's heart was unsure.
When he absorbed the special medication, he would shut out all distractions, but now, with Xue Laoshi's words, he could go back and try it.
Xue Laoshi stood up from the ground, his tone relaxed. "Well, I've said what I needed to. Let's end today's lesson here. If you have any more questions, feel free to contact me."
Chen Chuan stood up and bowed slightly, "Thank you, Laoshi, for your guidance."
Xue Laoshi smiled and waved him off before leaving.
Chen Chuan watched him depart, then gazed at the thick rain clouds outside. After a moment's thought, he turned and left. In the elevator back to his dormitory, Jie Ping suddenly flashed.
He glanced at it, and Yan Yi's voice came from within, "Mr. Chen, the company recently received a document from the government regarding security matters. We'd like to invite you to the company."
Chen Chuan's thoughts shifted. He guessed this was related to that matter. Currently, he held the position of Security Director at Fusion Boundary Corporation, and he was responsible for some company matters as well. "Alright, I'll head to the company soon."
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